Eastern Palace Courtyard.

Dongfang Liuli sat cross-legged, her five hearts facing the sky as she meditated on the fortunes of the Wilderness. It wasn't until the sun set and the night sky was filled with stars that she slowly opened her eyes.

Golden dragons intertwined with imperial phoenix intent flashed deep within her eyes.

Dongfang Liuli glanced sideways at Meng Qingzhou, who was cooking in the kitchen. Wu Die was helping to light the fire, while Su Qingqiu was diligently chopping vegetables and passing seasonings.