Jiang Yu's eyes were dark as he responded to each memorial. His vermilion brushstrokes were heavy, and even his approvals were written with a fierce, murderous intent.
In the end, he didn't go to Kunning Palace.
He thought he'd give her the cold shoulder for a while, let her know that the Emperor's authority was not to be challenged. Then, they could start over. He would have her give birth to an imperial heir, and she would enjoy endless favor under his protection.
Ultimately, he couldn't bear to be truly harsh with her.
"Your Majesty, Attendant Lai Kang requests an audience."
Jiang Yu paused, frowning. "What is it?"
Eunuch Zhang looked troubled. "This... This servant does not know."
Lai Kang didn't wait to be escorted in. She scurried inside, and upon seeing Jiang Yu, she dropped to her knees, her face pale. "The Empress... she says she knows her guilt and is too ashamed to face you. She implores you to depose her..."
