Worshipping the heavens and praying for blessings, anyone with some smarts knows, is merely a means of comforting people's hearts.
But since the people place their hopes in it, the imperial family and the imperial court should also give comfort and hope to the people.
This must be done.
Jiang Ning asked her father, "Others can't see the Emperor, but you, as the Senior Grand Secretary of the Cabinet, can see him every day. Why don't you ask him directly?"
"I reminded him subtly, but it seems that the Emperor is not very interested." Jiang Ruobai was somewhat helpless, "As his subject, I can't be too bold and keep bringing it up."
"Are you so cautious in front of the Emperor, father?"
"Only you are bold and unscrupulous in front of the Emperor." Jiang Ruobai gave her a stern look, "You should know why, don't push your luck."
Everyone knew that the Emperor indulged the Princess Consort, mainly because she was the daughter of Lin Zizi and had a face very much like hers.
