Ming Shu destroyed the painting, which irritated the emperor very much. Add that to Ming Shu's offensive behavior in the royal study room last time, and the emperor was going to hold her accountable.
However, it seemed the master and the emperor had reached some kind of secret agreement, and Ming Shu wasn't punished by His Majesty in the end.
After three days in the dark room, Ming Shu was let out. The feeling of seeing food again was just wonderful.
But before she could enjoy the wonderful moment, the master, who no longer had his usual kind appearance, walked over with a serious look. "Leave us alone."
Zhi Qi and others looked at each other, worried and fearful, then quickly left, leaving the venue to Ming Shu and the master.
"Master, I have something to tell you."
Ming Shu spoke first, which made the master swallow back the words at the tip of his tongue.
"What is it?"
