C793 The Old past

Firefly thought to herself that this might be her last chance to act freely, and also her closest opportunity to be near Pei Xuanzhang.

"My Lord," Firefly began softly, "The Empress has asked me to help oversee the palace affairs. In gratitude for her favor, I feel obliged not to hide anything from her."

"Bang." Pei Xuanzhang slammed his hand on the table, his eyes narrowing like a hawk's