Chapter 480 - 314: Summoning
Ran Yan had washed up, and since she had nothing to do, she had Wan Lu fetch a few bolts of white folded cloth mixed with silk from the storeroom, and they began making clothes based on Xiao Song’s own undergarments.
Just as the patterns were drawn, Xiao Song strode in and had Wan Lu fetch his official uniform for him.
"What’s the matter? Are you going to the Government Office to handle affairs?" Ran Yan asked in surprise.
Xiao Song shook his head, "I’m not going to the Government Office. The Emperor has summoned me to the palace, but I don’t know why."
Ran Yan immediately had the maid bring in water for washing and prepared some plain congee and light dishes for him. Ran Yan helped him change into his official uniform. Xiao Song hurriedly washed up, had a small bowl of congee, rinsed his mouth, and then quickly left.
Xiao Song pondered over and over but couldn’t guess exactly why the Emperor chose this time to summon him. If it were a matter of promotion or transfer, it shouldn’t have happened so quickly...
As he traveled, his thoughts circled back several times, quickly reviewing recent events. He felt the most likely reason was that the Emperor wanted to inquire about the case involving Princess Wenxi. Therefore, he prepared numerous drafts in his mind as he walked towards Ganlu Hall after entering through the Anshang Gate. Even if the Emperor’s question wasn’t about this matter, there would be no loss for him.
As he entered, a guard helped him with his horse, and a pale, beardless monk came up to greet him softly, "Assistant Minister Xiao, the Emperor commanded me to receive you."