In front of her, Shen Qingman sometimes felt like he was just an assistant, complying with Su Zhiruan's wishes and handling matters.
Initially, she borrowed the names of the Emperor and others to handle affairs, but later on, the courtiers actually knew that it was Su Zhiruan doing all the work, so she no longer needed to use the identity of the Empress.
Both the Emperor and Empress, as well as Shen Qingman, and even including the concubines of the harem, fully supported Su Zhiruan's hold on power and her efforts to enhance it. They only wished to stay in the harem and take care of the four adorable babies.