The night was tranquil, with the entire Capital shrouded in a veil of darkness, yet the Imperial Palace to the north was ablaze with lights.
Outside the sleeping quarters of the Empress was a room designated for meeting foreign ministers.
Xu Zhenguan, her face devoid of emotion, listened to the minister's report.
Not long ago, Yuan Li, Chief of Staff of the Ministry of Justice, and the newly appointed Minister of the Ministry of Justice had come to the palace together to seek an audience with the Empress.
Xu Zhenguan, who was ready to rest for the night, rose again to receive them.
"Your Majesty," the Chief of Staff of the Ministry of Justice took the initiative, without shirking responsibility. "The death of Wang Chusheng is due to the Ministry's neglect. I, as the Chief of Staff, should bear full responsibility!"
Hearing this, the other two who did not want to be left behind, hurriedly admitted their guilt.
