Li Qingmu has been living in the Imperial Palace for more than a month, in the Emperor's side hall no less. At first, people didn't think much of it, but as time went on, many became envious.
Isn't that the Emperor's sleeping quarters? Spending all day with the Emperor?
Though it's said that serving the Emperor is like serving a tiger, who wouldn't want to take such a risk to be the Emperor's trusted companion?
"That lad is surely bound to rise high in rank!"
As the morning court session dispersed, several officials who didn't get along with Li Qingmu gathered to whisper amongst themselves, their eyes green with jealousy and their necks stiff with envy.
But the favor he earned was exchanged by risking his life, which as ministers, they couldn't argue against, nor dare to impeach the Minister for residing in the Emperor's quarters, an act against regulations?
If the Emperor doesn't mind, what use is there in their rebukes? Isn't it asking for a reprimand?
