Chu Qianli did not want to talk much with the Empress Dowager.
However, she still asked the Empress Dowager for three days' time.
So, in the following two days, Chu Qianli indeed had two days of peace.
The Empress Dowager issued an imperial edict, forbidding anyone to disturb her.
Therefore, the people from the Duke Residence had no choice but to become quiet for these two days.
But on the third day, a significant figure arrived at the Duke Residence.
The Li Courtyard where Chu Qianli resided was heavily guarded tonight.
Yet in the side hall, there were only two people.
One was Chu Qianli, who was "invited", and the other was the Emperor, seated on the Jade Chair.
"I've heard that the Duke is gravely ill and hasn't recovered yet?" the Emperor said, gazing at Chu Qianli.
Chu Qianli remained neither servile nor haughty, "If Your Majesty has something to say, please speak frankly."
The Emperor frowned, a trace of displeasure on his face.
