Even the Emperor Gossips

"Mother enjoys quiet." The young emperor leaned against his cushion. A eunuch brought some swallow's nest soup, which the emperor drank. The emperor then frowned slightly and dismissed all the eunuchs and palace girls. For the moment, the entire hall was silent.

Fan Xian gave a light bow. "What are your orders, Your Majesty?"

Seeing this official from the south being so polite, a hint of amusement flashed in the emperor’s eyes. "Minister Fan, you will be returning in a few days. You must treat the Great Princess well on the journey."