The grand sacrificial ceremony left Zhou Shuren feeling nothing but exhaustion. He wanted to adjust his official hat multiple times but had to endure it, claiming it was a "live version," yet in reality it was rather pitiful—since it was a bit far and the sunlight somewhat glaring, the passage of time became an ordeal.
This ordeal wasn't suffered by Zhou Shuren alone; practically all the ministers felt tormented, which is why the most detested events were those major ceremonies.
Zhou Shuren was also feeling thirsty, drinking too much made him need the bathroom, but without a drink, he would get thirsty over time.
The atmosphere was much better on the Emperor's side, as Rongchuan had returned to the royal family and was subsequently named Prince Qin, with Xue Han now formally recorded in the royal Jade Decree as Princess Qin.
The title bestowed upon Rongchuan clearly showed the Emperor's favoritism towards Prince Qin.
