Song Jiyun only hoped that her new inclusion would draw the attention of others, allowing the powerful figures in the palace to be aware of her existence so she could find a way to advance her case.
For two consecutive days, she followed the nanny in the Buddha Hall of the Cining Palace, helping to clean the incense burners.
It was natural that those who had never seen her before asked her, "Which palace were you transferred from? How come I have never seen you before?"
Song Jiyun would briefly explain her origins and would also express, "I don't know why, but I've been particularly unlucky recently. I took it upon myself to come and clean the incense burners in the Buddha Hall. I hope the Bodhisattva sees my devotion and blesses me, allowing me to change my fortunes."
When the palace maids heard her say this, most of them would laugh lightly, while others pursed their lips and continued cleaning in silence.