Prince Dai's Residence
Since there was no need to attend the morning court today, many officials slept in, and Su Ziji was no exception.
When he woke, it was already the hour of the Dragon. In summer, the sky had long been bright by then. As he rose, Ye Buhui beside him was still asleep. Bu Hui was pregnant and prone to sleepiness, while Su Ziji felt that his own sudden relaxation had made his sleep particularly deep.
He quietly went out and had someone prepare hot water, a towel, and rinsing water. The snow-white towel was soaked in scalding water, then pressed against his face, instantly clearing his head.
The exhaustion and drowsiness vanished at once after the hot towel covered his face for a while.
After rinsing his mouth and eating breakfast, he heard footsteps outside. Cen Rubai and Wen Xunpeng had arrived. Smiling, he stepped into the corridor.
A fine rain was falling outside, and autumn was growing stronger. Su Ziji smiled. "The weather has been hot for so long. At last, it has rained."
Cen Rubai smiled as well. "It has rained. After a few more showers, the weather will cool down. Your Highness and the Princess Consort will be able to enjoy some cool days too."
"That is true. Bu Hui has had it hard. I feared chilled things would harm her, so she did not even dare use ice. It has truly been difficult for her. Now it will be much better." As Su Ziji spoke, he noticed Wen Xunpeng standing silently, seemingly lost in thought. He could not help smiling. "Mr. Wen, what are you thinking about?"
"Your Highness, I was thinking about the memorial that Mr. Jian and I drafted yesterday. I wonder whether there are any omissions or errors. As for