Lady Ming of the Jinyu Pavilion, for having gifted His Majesty with a birthday present, delighted the emperor tremendously, and he bestowed upon her numerous fine things.
It is said that there are even pieces of jewelry being fashioned in the Imperial Household Department yet to be finished!
This news spread like the wind throughout the Forbidden City.
Everyone was naturally curious about what Ming Pin had gifted!
Forces from all corners were inquiring. After all, if they knew, they too could present such gifts in the future! Wouldn't His Majesty then favor them in the same way?
Even leaving favoritism aside, just consider the recent rewards: a substantial amount of gold and silver were granted.
As if worrying that Ming Pin wouldn't have enough to spend!
What need had Ming Pin to arrange anything herself? Eager supporters were already rushing to provide assistance.
Yet this is just how the world and its people are, rendering one helpless.
