Zhao Li Xin was having a midnight meeting with Jin Hao in his study room when Bei Li Yan visited the manor. The three discussed the recent events as they knew the Imperial claws would soon seek them. Zhao Li Xin remained calm despite the incoming storm. The current Emperor's position was not stable as the previous Emperor's shadow was too great. The generals and the citizens, including some influential families in Liangzu still adored and respected the previous Emperor. They would all be outraged if they learned what the current Emperor had done.
Lory and Girsha were in their comfortable bed while this was happening, but Lory got up as she craved for ginger tea. She left the room and found a maid nearby. The maid, who knew Lory's preference, nodded politely when Lory requested for tea. Lory was about to return to her room but halted her steps when she saw a woman's beyond the moon gate in the garden.
