By all logic, after Huang Lian announced her choice of Emperor Lord, either she would not attend this poetry gathering, or she would normally bring the Emperor Lord with her. Since the news had only just been announced, it was only natural for her to bring him along. Under normal circumstances, she should have.
And this so-called Emperor Lord was not some busy man. He was a top-tier master—if he had not come, it could not possibly be because he was busy with something, right?
Therefore, he was more likely to be a fake Emperor Lord!
"Everyone, there is no need for such formality. This Emperor is a guest today."
Huang Lian spoke blandly.
Why had she come to attend this poetry gathering?
First, the gathering was being held on her territory. Second, there were enough strong experts here that, whether Huang Lian wished to maintain her imperial influence or for some other reason, she should attend. Third, she also liked poetry, mainly because her mother liked it.
Normally, her mother would definitely have attended this poetry gathering, but she was refining the Supreme Glazed Life and therefore could not come this time. However, Huang Lian thought that if she could bring a few new and particularly good poems back for her mother, she would probably be quite happy.
"Your Majesty Empress, please take your seat."
Huang Lian nodded and sat down.
"The poetry gathering has not begun yet, has it?"
Huang Lian asked.
"That's right. We are waiting for the hundred Talented Scholars and Talented Women who advanced from the first round to enter before the poetry gathering officially begins. Everyone is chatting for now."
Huang Lian nodded. "Mm, that is fine. But have there been any particularly good poems recently? This Emperor would like to appreciate some first."