Joy of Life
A family inclined to kindness and charity would grace the descendants. Thanks to one small act of kindness, by providence she comes across a grateful friend; Fortunate that her mother, has done an unperceived good deed…. Men should rescue the distressed and aid the poor… Who would have guessed that kindness in this world ultimately would be the road that one must choose, that proverbial fork in the road? Clouds of rain float on eastern winds as new vines start to blossom. Though drums of war roar too loudly and their brilliance has been lost, a green grass carpet greets the sun by the break of morning. Let us wait for the yellow leaves, a few gourds are harvested.
Discussing Marriage, Discussing Merit
Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
After the rebellion in Jingdou, a large number of people in control died in the palace. The connections became much simpler. The overall atmosphere also became more respectful and direct. The empress died, but it seemed the Emperor had no intention of installing a new one. The empress dowager died. There was no longer an old woman sitting up above watching the concubines. Lady Shu apathetically accepted the result of her son's death. She only fasted and prayed in her silent palace. The Emperor not banishing her to the Cold Palace was already a kind act.
In the palace, the women with the most sway were the mother of the Third Prince, Yi Guipin, and the Great Prince's mother, Lady Ning. These two mistresses had both been hurt in the rebellion and formed a friendship bound by blood during the battle. Together, they handled the matters in the palace. It was very harmonious.