Chapter 484: Going Mad

After the song and dance performance ended, a palace maid brought forth a Persian cat of exquisite appearance, and the Empress Dowager said with a smile, "Recently, I have taken quite an interest in these fluffy little animals. Someone gifted me one a few days ago, and the critter does seem rather well-behaved."

The cat was incredibly cute, and many concubines couldn't help but pass it around, exclaiming, "Look at those eyes, aren't they just beautiful!"

"This fur feels so soft too. Empress Dowager, no wonder you kept one. It makes us concubines quite envious."

The Empress Dowager appeared to be in a good mood, "This little creature is precious, and requires meticulous care. If you wish to keep one, it may indeed demand quite an effort."

Mingshu eyed the cat; it was cute, but the thought that it belonged to the Empress Dowager instantly dampened her interest.