On the eighteenth day of the first month, in the afternoon, the Empress sent Li Daquan to Qianqing Palace to invite His Majesty for dinner.
Kneeling on the ground in Qianqing Palace, Li Daquan was somewhat anxious, but he managed to speak properly.
"Our lady says, 'Please come over for a sit-down, Your Majesty.' The Empress has not been feeling well lately, brooding over things. Lady mentioned that it has been a long while since she has had a sit-down with His Majesty, and she has some words she would like to share with you."
Fourth Master was inclined to say no, but after some thought, he became curious about what the Empress might have to say.
"Since the Empress has invited me, I shall come over tonight," he decided. Let it happen; he was eager to see what strategies the Empress would employ.
Li Daquan breathed a sigh of relief, promptly acknowledged, and withdrew.
