The Empress Dowager is a middle-aged woman.
In ancient times, early marriage and childbirth were typical, with many becoming grandmothers by forty or fifty years old.
Though the Empress Dowager has aged, she retains her charm, hinting at her grace in her youth.
Many good resources in this world are prioritized for the powerful and noble. For example, beauties wish to marry wealthy men, and wealthy families choose brides with good looks. This tradition passes on through generations, ensuring the genes remain strong.
However, the Empress Dowager appears frail, occasionally coughing, seeming unwell.
Qu Fulan knelt to the ground, "Greetings, Your Majesty the Empress Dowager, may you live a thousand, thousand, ten thousand years!"
Then the gentle voice of the Empress Dowager came from above, "Rise, let me take a good look at you."
Qu Fulan stood and faced the Empress Dowager, lowering her eyes. The Empress Dowager could look at her, but she dared not stare back.
