At this moment, Jiang Wan Hua was naturally unaware of her destiny, immersed in the immense joy of soon reuniting with her family.
The palace has strict rules, especially during the Emperor's mourning period. Jiang Wan Hua acts cautiously, first sending someone to deliver a message, then going to Jiaofang Palace to kneel in mourning. She waited until dark, when Prince Dongping and his son finally arrived.
Prince Dongping led the Princely Heir to pay respects to Empress Dowager Zheng, both expressing their profound grief over the Emperor's passing.
In terms of blood relations, Prince Dongping is a proper close branch of the Imperial Family, being a cousin of the late Emperor for many years. During Emperor Taikang's lifetime, he also called him Uncle.
Da Liang has five Vassal Kings with real power in their territories. Previously, Prince Nanyang was the leader; after his death, Prince Dongping, being the oldest, became the senior.