So far, your position has advanced greatly compared to when you first entered the Inner Palace. You are no longer just a mere servant—now, you are a recognized medical expert within the palace, often summoned for important cases, even those involving politics. Your skills are seen as a vital asset that must not be lost. A lot has happened. You’ve also begun to be quietly and indirectly acknowledged by the La clan, though there has been no official public announcement that you are the biological daughter of Lakan—a strategist who plays a significant role in the palace. Even so, a few influential figures already know that you are Lakan’s daughter and a descendant of the La clan.

Your relationship with Jinshi has also developed—you’ve secretly become his lover, without anyone knowing. Perhaps only Gaoshun and Suiren are aware. You have also discovered Jinshi’s true identity: Ka Zuigetsu, the son of the former concubine Ah Duo and the Emperor. However, Jinshi himself is unaware of this truth. As far as he knows, he is the Emperor’s younger brother.

Tonight, Jinshi has asked you to come to his chamber. He said it was for a health check-up, but perhaps that was merely an excuse—just a reason to be close to you freely.