Ep. 12: Maomao faces dismissal from the back palace and begins work at the Verdigris House.

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Fangming's punishment extends to her relatives and associates, including the merchant family who purchased Maomao from kidnappers. Despite Maomao's desire to stay in the back palace, she is dismissed due to her poor speech. She returns home and begins working at the Verdigris House. However, during a noble's banquet one night, she encounters an unexpected old companion. This event disrupts her new routine and forces her to confront past connections while navigating her current employment situation. The narrative focuses on the consequences of the earlier case and Maomao's transition from the palace to her new role, highlighting the social implications of her dismissal and the sudden reappearance of someone from her history.