Taking a Beating

Xiao Shi waved her hand and mentioned, "I don't dare to take it. After all, I don't even know whether he'll return during these ten days. I think it's best that you take it back and discuss it with the Emperor instead."

"Consort Xiao, isn't this against protocol?" the elderly officer voiced his complaint in a low tone.

Xiao Shi rolled her eyes at him. "So you expect me to just take the decree? I don't even know where Chu Li currently is!"

"Sigh…" The elderly officer shook his head in helplessness. "It will not end well for you if you go against the Emperor!"

Xiao Shi's expression sank, and with an ice-cold tone, she asked, "Are you saying that Chu Li is purposely hiding inside the residence to avoid receiving the decree? Is that what you're trying to imply?"

"Er… Of course not." The elderly officer rapidly shook his head. "I doubt that he's that huge of a rebel!"