The Emperor, however, turned back carelessly and asked Bai Qingyan, "I heard... that your chess skills are excellent?"
She clenched her hand tightly and lowered her eyes, remaining silent. The Emperor's stance in protecting the Marquis of Loyalty and Courage was so blatant that the court officials would certainly follow his lead. When news of the Bai family's defeat came back, those sycophants good at speculating the Emperor's intentions wouldn't hesitate to step on them.
No wonder, in her previous life, everyone knew of the Bai family's loyalty and bravery, yet no one dared to argue for them in court.
High-ranking officials imitated their superiors' behavior. With the Emperor already so displeased with the Bai family, who among the court officials would dare to speak out for them?
She bowed deeply, "I only understand a little."