Chapter 4: The Tower of Glass Flashes and Dazzles

On February 21 of the thirtieth year of Emperor Hongwu’s reign, the frigid winter had yet to recede. The streets of Seoul were still gleaming white with snow, as long icicles trailed down from the rafters of the roofs. The sky was exceedingly blue and far away, appearing all the more deserted.

Messenger Zhao Pang made directly for Gyeongbok Palace after returning to Seoul, presenting himself at Geunjeongjeon Hall