After the peace negotiations in Sannan, Xie Jue had little to do and did not enjoy socializing. He spent his days hiding away in the study, enjoying some peace and quiet. Ningzhou had been extremely hectic these past years, leaving him without much time to rest. Now, it felt like a revenge-fueled holiday, a leisurely time where his involvement extended only to the Empress's wedding. The Rituals Bureau and Ministry of Rites had their procedures in place, and Xie Xun was assertive with his own decisions, so the royal marriage scarcely required Xie Jue's attention, leaving him even more idle.
"Ting Feng, come, let's have some late-night snacks together!"
