The old Emperor's move was actually within Ye Jiu's expectations.
During her few visits to the palace, she invariably encountered the Emperor's presence. If it were just a coincidence, she absolutely didn't believe it.
The Empress might indeed harbor some affection for her, as Ye Jiu could feel, but as for the old Emperor, though he showed apparent love for her, Ye Jiu always felt uneasy behind his back.
She was merely a minor Commandery Princess, yet she was granted Jingyang as her fief, which was enough to make many envy her.
However, precisely because of the old Emperor's unusual favor, Ye Jiu became increasingly cautious at heart.
She truly hoped that she was overthinking. Otherwise, if the old Emperor had any designs on her, it would indeed be a major problem, much more troublesome than the Crown Prince.
As these thoughts crossed her mind, she had already arrived at the Empress's palace.
