The second concubine has become a Monk, renouncing love, family, and all worldly possessions. She is the only concubine who chose to leave the Emperor on her own accord.
The third, fourth, and sixth concubines are now with the Empress, who is involved in a polyamorous relationship with the Emperor and other men.
This arrangement was orchestrated by Prime Minister Gu, who corrupted the Empress, then the Emperor and the Third Concubine, leading to the Emperor sharing his wives with other men.
Even while the Emperor was preoccupied with preparations for the royal banquet, the Empress, along with the third, fourth, and sixth concubines, gathered to discuss the upcoming Royal banquet.
The sixth concubine spoke, her petite frame exuding an unexpected maturity. "Does he truly wish to share us with those... beasts?" she asked the Empress, her voice laced with concern.