Lin Zhong was extremely unwilling to participate in this matter, but who was he to resist when his position was gained solely through his sister's whispers in the Emperor's ear?
Besides, the Virtuous Consort assured him that, once the matter was settled, the Emperor would certainly not blame him. On the contrary, he would be grateful and might even grant him a promotion.
Thus, Lin Zhong had no choice but to return to the woods with haste.
In the grove, Nan Feng watched as the Emperor finished his first bowl, only to request a second serving.
Since Nan Feng had initially planned to share the meal with Xiaoqing, she had only cooked five or six bowls' worth. Now that the Emperor was present, Xiaoqing couldn't join them, and the portion apparently still wasn't enough.
