Compared to Chu Mingyuan, who was seated in the imperial study, Noble Consort Xiao found Chu Yihan's ability to make a grand entrance without causing chaos in the palace more reassuring.
Granny Song was genuinely startled by Noble Consort Xiao's demeanor. While she admired her positive attitude, she had to consider her welfare. "If the emperor dies, Your Majesty's position as Imperial Consort will be at risk. And the Ninth Prince... he'll inevitably be affected."
"Don't worry!" Noble Consort Xiao reassured Granny Song, patting her hand with the book. "Why do you think I allowed Ling'er to get close to his Ninth Imperial Uncle? Ling'er doesn't have the ability or desire to vie for the throne. As long as he enjoys this honor and lives happily, the Ninth Prince won't harm him because of their familial bond. As for certain individuals..."
