In the Palace, upon exiting, Zhou Shuren happened to encounter the returning Crown Prince. It was indeed a coincidence, "This servant pays respects to the Crown Prince."
The Crown Prince nodded, thinking it was best to keep his distance from Mr. Zhou at this time.
Zhou Shuren watched the hurried Crown Prince, wondering if something had happened?
The temple prayers had ended, and the Empress left with the Crown Princess Consort ahead of others. A few Princess Consorts, having lost face today, departed with particularly unsightly expressions, followed by the families of the officials gradually returning to the city.
Zhulan, accompanying her daughter, received many scrutinizing glances. After exchanging a few words with some acquaintances, she and her daughter boarded the carriage.
As soon as Xue Han entered the carriage, she exhaled, "Mother, did you feel Lady Du's gaze?"