However, with Kou Chun by his side, he maintained his customary caution. He pretended to be a normal infant, his days consumed by eating, drinking, sleeping, and the usual bodily functions. Consequently, he didn't need to expend too much energy on the Bloodline World for now. This period was opportune for managing court affairs, reasserting control over the court hierarchy, and preparing to pass the imperial throne to Xu Zhang...
Just as he stepped out of the secret chamber, Empress Zhao Yunniang sent the results of the Three Law Divisions' joint hearing on Yu Ci to a side hall of Ziwei Palace.
"Your Majesty has not personally managed court affairs for many years," Zhao Yunniang said. "I am unfamiliar with the current backgrounds of the officials, so I have added some notes to the memorial Yu Ci submitted to Your Majesty."
