Rumors have been circulating recently in the common folk.

It is said that Princess Chang is not only favored by the Emperor because she is his sister, but also because she has an improper relationship with the Emperor.

Every late night, the Emperor indulges in revelry in Princess Chang's chambers, and the sounds that emanate are unbearable.

The rumors have spread widely, even the maids in the palace know about it, not to mention the court officials.

The Emperor sent people to investigate, but they could never find the source of the rumors. He wanted to arrest and execute someone, but didn't know who to target. He couldn't possibly kill all the commoners.

Memorials piled up on Li Huaiyan's desk like snowflakes.

Some commoners petitioned together, hoping the Emperor would deal with the unruly Princess Chang.

Some officials submitted memorials, hoping to relocate Princess Chang outside the palace.

Some even suggested that the Emperor should kill Princess Chang to quell the rumors and maintain the royal family's reputation.

And these people were not in the minority.

Li Huaiyan had a headache.

He hadn't set foot in the harem for several days.

The Empress carried a bowl of soup into the study, and when she came out, her brows were relaxed.