At the entrance of the Imperial Palace, the King of South Ming dismounted from his carriage.
Even though he was deeply favored by the Emperor, he could not ride the carriage into the Imperial Palace.
The King of South Ming glanced at the imposing Qinghua Gate of the Great Zhou Imperial Palace and paced slowly into the palace.
The guards stationed by the palace gates, recognizing the visitor as the King of South Ming, most favored by the Emperor of Great Zhou, did not dare to step forward and inquire for the jade token, allowing him to pass directly.
The King of South Ming made his way into the Imperial Palace and arrived outside Taihe Hall.
At this time, during the royal assembly, the provincial officials and ministers were discussing state affairs with Emperor Zhou in the court above.
Voices echoed from within Taihe Hall.
