They weren't the only ones in the courtyard. People originally assigned to serve in the inn would also come to clean, run errands, and deliver food and water.
No one knew who was walking around or who had been to this courtyard. How could they investigate who it was?
The commotion outside alarmed Consort Su. She quickly sent someone to find out what was happening.
When she heard the news, she was furious. "Investigate! Investigate immediately! This is preposterous!"
Nanny Ling had already rinsed her mouth and felt a bit better. Upon hearing Consort Su's command, she was very touched. She hurriedly expressed her gratitude, saying, "I'll investigate this personally!"
Consort Su nodded and replied with a cold smile, "Go quickly! If you find out who did this, they will be flogged to death!"
Daring to scheme against her trusted aide was akin to slapping her in the face. If she let this matter go easily, what would happen next?
