Cining Palace.
As noon arrived, the Emperor brought Xiao Yeyang along with him.
Within the Empress Dowager's palace, apart from Prince Ping, the Empress was also present.
"Imperial Brother!"
Upon seeing the Emperor, Prince Ping immediately rose to pay his respects, then, upon noticing Xiao Yeyang following behind, couldn't help but snort.
Xiao Yeyang didn't pay him any mind and stepped forward to pay his respects to the Empress Dowager and the Empress.
The Empress Dowager, with a face full of affection, let Xiao Yeyang rise and then turned to the Emperor, saying, "The meal is ready, let's eat first."
The Emperor smiled and said, "As the Empress Dowager decides." His attitude was polite yet distant.
The Empress Dowager seemed not to notice at all, still smiling broadly, while the Empress demurely helped the Empress Dowager over to the dining hall.
Prince Ping looked at the Empress Dowager, then at the Emperor, wearing an expression of helplessness.