Yao Xian was confined to her quarters.
Qiao Xiaomai and Tong Sanlang were rewarded by Yang Wenxiao, who issued a formal imperial edict: Qiao Xiaomai was to serve as the head chef of the Imperial Kitchen, and henceforth, all affairs of the Imperial Kitchen were to be managed by her.
Accompanying the imperial edict was a pile of rewards, including fine silks and satins, precious supplements, and exquisite jewelry.
This was Yang Wenxiao's way of compensating Qiao Xiaomai for the fright she experienced that day.
After inspecting each item, Qiao Xiaomai calmly accepted them, indeed needing comfort for her startled little heart.
In the late afternoon, she and Tong Sanlang left Da'an Palace and headed to the Imperial Kitchen.
Yang Wenxiao had instructed them to go in the evening, as it was mealtime and, as chefs, they needed to arrive early.
