Consort Xi heard the decree of her demotion, but she wasn't particularly surprised.
This was expected.
In fact, it was much better than she had anticipated.
She originally thought she would end up in a situation similar to Li Daying.
Now, she still holds the rank of Consort and is the head of a palace, which isn't too bad after all.
Yet, her frustration and depression did not stem from the demotion, but rather... can the Fourth Prince still become the Crown Prince?
Now that the Noble Consort is so steady, His Majesty is likely very satisfied with her.
Even when the Eighth Prince accidentally poisoned His Majesty, it seemed like His Majesty didn't care at all.
The affection His Majesty has for the Eighth Prince also reflects the Noble Consort's favor.
In this way, the Fourth Prince's position is precarious.
"How is the Fourth Prince?" Consort Xi asked.
