The shifting of power

Mister Ni and Ni Sheng are shocking to hear her harsh word toward Ni Qing. This is the first time that she can say something about Ni Qing. 

"Mother, can you lower your voice? Everyone can hear your wrong accusation toward sister Qing. We rushed back for sister Lang burial and Sister Qing needs to discuss some war strategy with the Emperor. Can you just take rest and come again when your mind and body refresh mother?" Ni Sheng is giving her a scold. He can see his second sister relation with the emperor, and it is exactly as her mother word, but this is not the right time for her to talk about it.

Mister Ni forces his wife to retreat to their side room for resting and leaves the hall to Ni Sheng. He can see that she is upset with the fate for their daughter. Ni Sheng asks his mother maid to make a calming concoction for his mother. At least, it will make her into a deep slumber.