Silver Fox.

Summary

In Chapter 13 of "Half a Verse," Zhao Wan, a princess, reassures her lady-in-waiting, Shui Zhu'er, not to worry about her withheld salary, as her noble status ensures their well-being. Zhao Wan plans to learn horseback riding and the Western language, preparing for a future journey to the Western Regions. Despite her father's anger over her refusal to marry, Zhao Wan remains defiant. Shui Zhu'er, loyal and outspoken, criticizes the societal norms that allow men multiple wives, vowing never to become a concubine. As snow falls, the two women bond, contemplating their future amidst palace intrigues. Meanwhile, Xia Song, a retired official, reflects on his strategic self-imposed guilt to navigate court politics, observing the ongoing palace renovations and the emperor's absence.

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