'Passionate, righteous young scholars are the perfect people for a task like this—rallying the public to pursue justice and fight evil to the bitter end.'
Anshun asked no further questions. He simply accepted the order and left the palace.
Song Yunzhao summoned Xiangxue and her other maids to help her with her hair and attire. Once she was ready, she led her attendants toward Taiji Palace.
This time, Meng Jiuchang was far more enthusiastic. Seeing Song Yunzhao arrive, he personally went out to greet her, pushing Zhang Maoquan right aside. "Lady, what brings you here at this hour? The Emperor is currently occupied. If you would please wait a moment, I shall announce your arrival."
Song Yunzhao was a little taken aback by Meng Jiuchang's enthusiastic reception, but she remained perfectly composed. She nodded. "Thank you, Manager Meng."
Meng Jiuchang smiled, uttered a humble reply, and went into the hall to announce her presence.
