The Emperor pondered, not yet decided, when Aunt Shang already hastened over from behind and knelt, saying, "Your Majesty, the Empress has awakened. Knowing that the Crown Prince and Your Majesty wish to grant clemency to all under heaven, she became somewhat anxious. Her Majesty says she understands this is the Crown Prince's filial piety and Your Majesty's kindness, but if this leads to the release of vicious people back into the populace, and if they harm others again in the future, then it would be her fault. Therefore, Her Majesty asks Your Majesty to rescind the decree."
The Emperor glanced at the Crown Prince, then turned and said, "I shall go see the Empress."
The Crown Prince immediately followed, and upon seeing this, the Third Prince also started to follow.
The Princes and Princesses immediately flocked toward the rear palace, and Manbao looked towards Imperial Doctor Zheng.
Imperial Doctor Zheng made a gesture with his eyes, signaling her to follow.
