Watching Sinyeong shudder at the mere thought of marrying her, the empress slowly nodded, as if willing to let the matter rest—for now.
“...Very well. In any case, I’m relieved that your health hasn’t declined. However, I would prefer to avoid another incident like last night. Her Majesty the Dowager Empress and His Majesty are deeply concerned.”
She sighed, recounting how she had been startled awake before dawn, spending the entire morning rushing about, utterly drained.
Sinyeong lowered his head slightly.
“I apologize for that.”
“For now, with so many eyes on you, it would be best for you to remain here at Baekryeon Lodge until tonight. I suggest returning to your residence tomorrow afternoon.”
“Understood.”
“I will have tea with Sinhui before I leave, so in the meantime, at least pretend that your taking a rest.”
“Yes, Mother.”
With her plan meticulously laid out, the empress rose gracefully and left the room.
