Song Yunzhao knew Xu Mingying had just offended Consort Shu. The harem was managed by the three concubines. Princess Consort Wan typically didn't involve herself in management, and Song Yunzhao never tried to steal Consort Shu's spotlight, so Consort Shu handled most of the day-to-day affairs of the harem.
Xu Mingying wanted to go for a short stay at the Royal Temple. She should have requested permission from the three concubines first, but she had gone straight to the Emperor. It was a good thing the Emperor hadn't paid it any mind. Had he taken it to heart, he might have assumed the three concubines were neglecting the other concubines and failing in their duties.
Song Yunzhao didn't put in a good word for Xu Mingying this time; she was feeling rather unsettled herself.
Princess Consort Wan was even quieter than usual. Moreover, she hadn't slept well the previous night, and her complexion was indeed looking rather poor.
