Sheng Li, after checking the work in the Capital Governor's office, returned to the Palace. He reached the Palace Grounds when the rain started pouring. Quickly Xing-Fu opened the oil paper umbrella for the Crown Prince. He covered Sheng Li from it, and they quickly arrived at the Eastern Palace. They ascended the stairs, turned towards the Eastern Corridor. Xing-Fu closed the umbrella and handed it to the servant.
Crossing the corridor, Sheng Li found Lei Wanxi in the Pavilion. He halted, and so did Xing-Fu, who looked in the direction where Sheng Li was looking. "Go to the Chamber. I will be there soon," commanded Sheng Li and walked ahead. Xing-Fu bowed and left for the Crown Prince's chamber.
Lei Wanxi was lost in some deep thoughts. "Wanxi," Sheng Li put his hand on his shoulder, who came out of his thoughts and greeted Sheng Li. "You seemed lost. Is everything okay?" Sheng Li was anxious for Lei Wanxi after Brother Nianzu left the Palace.
