Shen Qi strolled leisurely as she led her army into the imperial palace, but the Imperial Guards seemed to intentionally overlook them. This made the Fifth Prince, who was being held captive behind, become increasingly anxious.
Upon arriving at the main hall, they witnessed a group of palace maids cleaning the bloodstains from the steps at the entrance.
Silence pervaded the surroundings, sending shivers down one's spine.
"I arrived late, Father. Are you alright?" Shen Qi's tone was calm as she entered the room.
She saw several princes kneeling on the ground, their faces showing signs of collapse. The Emperor sat on the large chair, his eyes closed, lightly tapping the armrest with his fingers.
"You came."
The Emperor slowly opened his eyes.
"When I arrived, Father, I saw that you had sent people out?"
"Yes, I had them find some people."