Forfeit!

"How can this humble subject dare to resent your majesty, it is already my honour to have such chance to be by your majesty's side but I am afraid this lowly subject is not qualified to become your majesty's person in the palace, so I have chosen your second option," 

Although he wasn't happy to hear that she would rather reopen her pavilion in the capital than live in the palace, he still appreciates the fact that she is still at his disposal in the capital.

"Madam Ju need not be bothered about it, You can reside in the palace until you restart your business in the capital, as long as Madam Ju needs anything, please don't hesitate to inform me,"

She dropped to her knees and waved her sleeves before cupping her hands together then she pushed them forward and bowed her head.

"Your grace is immeasurable,"

"Please rise,"