Soon, the news of their discord reached both Pei Chengye and the Empress.
"What's your take on this matter, Cheng'er?"
"This son believes the matter still requires investigation, it's possible that the two of them were putting on an act, intentionally for our viewing," Pei Chengye voiced his suspicion.
The Empress nodded in agreement, "This palace also feels that their sudden discord isn't likely genuine. They must be plotting something, so we should remain cautious, especially since both of them are greatly favored by the Emperor."
"Hmph, an ungrateful woman, I am indeed curious to see what end she will meet, daring to reject me publicly time and again." Pei Chengye harbored a persistent grudge about this, as no one had ever dared reject him before.
The Empress also thought Shao He was being too excessive, rejecting Pei Chengye and causing her embarrassment!