Chapter 1242: Famous Across the Capital
Whatever Manbao had said and done in the hall naturally could not escape the Empress's awareness. So, just as Manbao finished a new round of treatment and exited the palace, the Empress was already informed inside the hall.
Manbao carried an empty basket with some snacks given to her by the Empress. Even though her frequent trips in and out of the palace were already well-known, one still needed a convenient excuse.
For example, carrying a basket to make it look like she's out shopping; the next time she enters the palace, she'll carry a basket again. Whether it's empty or full, as long as she's holding something, it counts as "purchasing items" and bringing them in.
Indeed, the guards at the gate were precisely this "negligent" in their duties.
Manbao followed a young palace maid out, carrying her basket in hand, when she suddenly stopped before leaving Taiji Hall.
