After settling her son, Consort Liu wiped away her tears.
She walked out of the bedroom and saw Wu Wang waiting outside the door.
Wu Wang cupped his hands in a salute. "This servant greets you, Noble Consort."
Consort Liu's eyes were still red, but she put on the airs of an Imperial Concubine and asked arrogantly.
"What are you doing here?"
Wu Wang answered truthfully, "The Saint heard that the Fifth Prince was ill and was very worried. He specially sent this servant to see if there is anything I can do to help."
Consort Liu knew she should thank the Emperor for his concern, but she couldn't stop herself from asking a question.
"Why didn't the Saint come himself?"
Her tone was laced with resentment.
Wu Wang said, "Please forgive him, Noble Consort. There were a great many matters at court today. The Saint cannot get away for the moment."
Consort Liu's lips twitched into a sneer.
