The Empress invited Su Xinyi to follow her into the inner hall, "Sit down and talk."
Su Xinyi replied with a smile and then took a seat below the Empress, looking up at her but not initiating conversation.
The Empress looked at Su Xinyi and after a long while, slowly began, "What do you think about the merchant caravan matter Prince Rong mentioned before?"
Su Xinyi was startled, not expecting the Empress to ask about this matter. She was at a loss for what to say and hesitated.
The Empress smiled and said to Su Xinyi, "I know what you're worried about. I might have been displeased in the past, but now I have to admit that it is the best choice for Prince Rong to follow the Crown Prince. You have seen his character; he is restless. It's better to let him out."
