Snow whirled outside the window, and the gilded incense burner spread a faint warmth.
"This concubine must denounce Noble Consort Li for having an illicit relationship with the royal physician!"
This sudden voice awakened Li Mumu from her deep thoughts.
What caught her eye were the splendid palaces and the whispering palace maids and eunuchs around.
Shen Qingxi, dressed in a brocaded robe exuding grace and luxury, sat in the seat of honor, holding a teacup, slowly turning her gaze toward her.
"Noble Consort Li, is there such a matter?"
Li Mumu glanced at the melon seeds and candied fruits on the table, grabbed a handful and put them in her palm, calmly said, "To catch a thief, hold the loot; to catch an adulterer, catch the pair. Who accuses, must provide proof. Surely I'm not expected to prove my innocence just because any Tom, Dick, or Harry makes baseless accusations?"
