A direct refusal left Prince Wu'an embarrassed, his face losing all composure.
Given the fiery temper of Prince Wu'an, he might soon have a fall-out with Nanyang County Princess.
Many courtiers had already started to observe them. Vice Minister Dong of the Ministry of Rites, tasked with overseeing the mourning, looked on with wary eyes. Ready to reprimand Prince Wu'an for disturbing the memorial hall, should he utter anything disrespectful.
However, Prince Wu'an's reaction was unexpected. He swallowed his anger and dryly agreed, "Shao Hua speaks reasonably."
In the memorial hall, raising one's voice was inappropriate, nor was laughter fitting. Prince Wu'an soon fell silent.
In contrast, Prince Huaiyang was much more diplomatic and subtle. He whispered to Jiang Shaohua, "I wish to see Prince Dongping and his son. Might you grant me this convenience?"
