As soon as Empress Dowager heard Xuan Cheng, she realized her presence, she was perplexed upon seeing her and replayed her introduction in her mind. Meanwhile, Consort Jiang initiated the courtesy and others followed, they all greeted the Empress in unison, "May Your Majesty live a long and healthy life."
Empress smiled at each of them and nodded, accepting their greetings except she didn't spare a glance at Imperial Noble Consort, and she had to remain kneeling while other Consorts and Concubines were excused.
"Aye....did you just say that you are my sister-in-law Shu's granddaughter which means you are the prime minister's daughter?" Empress Dowager questioned raising her eyebrows.
"Technically, but I introduced myself as her Granddaughter not his daughter," Xuan Cheng replied sharply and instantly, still her voice sounded pleasant to the ears which made everyone confused if she was being disrespectful.
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