After all, the old duke was the elder brother of the Empress Dowager. During her time as the crown prince consort, he had exerted considerable effort to secure her position.
In the past, he had been a supportive and caring brother.
However, his current aspirations to seize the throne and condemn her to eternal damnation erased the memory of his past benevolence.
Despite harboring resentment, the Empress Dowager refrained from exposing that incriminating document in her possession. Instead, she chose to address a matter relevant to him.
The old duke expressed gratitude, saying, "I am genuinely thankful for the Empress Dowager's concern."
She responded, "I will never forget that you are my biological brother."
Directly, the Empress Dowager queried, "What transpired in the court?"
The late emperor's countenance darkened, and he displayed no intent to answer.
The old duke proceeded to narrate the events.
