Two glasses of Chrysanthemum Brew, a plate of Chrysanthemum Fish, two large plates of crabs, and two platters stacked with various pastries made by the Imperial Kitchen.
Eunuch Cao bowed with a smile and said, "My lord, this Chrysanthemum Brew was buried by the Imperial Grandson last autumn, and today it has been brought out to honor the Emperor, the Empress, the Empress Dowager, the Crown Prince, and the Crown Princess Consort. The Emperor was pleased, saying that the Imperial Grandson, thanks to your guidance, conducts himself more properly now. When offering a toast, one must not forget one's mentor, so the Crown Prince and the Imperial Grandson have sent me to add wine to your table."
These words elevated Du Gongfu greatly.
Du Gongfu was so excited that he trembled, handed his cane to the maid beside him, and shakily knelt in the direction of the Forbidden Palace.
Everyone else also knelt together, bowing three times.
