C276 Defend Knowing too Much!

"Thud..." The sound echoed as the palace maids and eunuchs turned pale with fear, immediately dropping to their knees. Not a single one dared to plead for mercy; they clenched their jaws tight, barely breathing, terrified that any noise might provoke the Emperor or Noble Consort Yang.

The National Advisor stood nearby, head bowed, trying to blend into the background. Yet