As the weather grew colder, Song Ci heard news of the death of the Fan Family's Grand Madam. Prime Minister Fan immediately submitted a request for mourning leave to the palace and organized the funeral at his residence. The palace reacted swiftly, approving Prime Minister Fan's mourning leave and bestowing a posthumous title, honoring the Fan Family's Grand Madam as the esteemed Madam of Peace and Glory.
Having held office for over a decade, Prime Minister Fan had many disciples, and a significant number of them came to pay their respects. The inns and guesthouses in the capital were filled, as many disciples sought new prospects following Prime Minister Fan's mourning leave, engaging in various dealings.
Even the Song Mansion received many visitors wishing to offer their allegiance, with a considerable number coming to pay visits.
