To Drag her Out!

Nianzu could not converse with his father the previous night. Therefore, he decided to talk about the matter in front of everyone in the 'Hall of Greetings.'

As he walked in, he saw the First and the Third Prince with their respective wives. Even Princess Zhu Lin was present there. They all greeted each other and took their respective seats. Han Wenji came there with Empress Deng Hui and his other consorts. Seeing them, they stood up and bowed in front of them.

Han Wenji took his seat while Deng Hui sat beside him, followed by the other Consorts. "You all may sit," Han Wenji told them.

"Father, Brother Yongzheng and Brother Wanxi might have reached the Northern Province with Huo Jin last night. In a day or two, they all will return after ending the matter with Tan Gengxin," Jian Guozhi informed Han Wenji. 

"That's a relief. Any news from the Crown Prince's side?" Han Wenji asked. 

"No, Father," replied Jian Guozhi.