His Hidden Condition 10

Northern Liang Palace.

Imperial Study. 

The woman who was dressed in imperial robes looked young. She was twenty-three years old and was the current empress of Northern Liang.

The empress was seated on the imperial throne. She had picked up a sealed report from the desk and pushed it across gently.

Below the desk stood a young man, his body in a slight bow. The young man was dressed in a black, ceremonial uniform. Compared to the magnificence of the imperial study, his appearance oozed harsh antiquity.

The empress said, "State Preceptor, I'm sure you've seen the outcome report from the Qingzhou City government office." 

The young man was the current State Preceptor, Li Ruoxuan. He looked clean and refined; his eyes and brows were calm and there was a hint of coldness in his gaze. 

His hands were clasped behind his back.