The Emperor was immensely unwilling for his Little Concubine to have a confidante like Concubine Fang Pin, fearing she would lead her astray. Teaching his Little Concubine those pretentious poems was annoying enough; just reading them made his teeth ache...
Seeing her wiping tears, turning to head to the Punishment Bureau, the Emperor ceased his intimidation and finally spoke: "Lady Fang, if I let you choose, would you wish to leave the palace or stay in the palace in the future?"
Concubine Fang Pin halted her steps and turned back in confusion, unable to grasp what the Emperor meant with such a sudden change.
The Emperor grew impatient; if not for noticing this woman's sincerity towards his Little Concubine, and the Little Concubine's friendship with her, he wouldn't bother with such efforts.
