Alright, the whole majority of this episode was comedic gold. The possibility what the sisters came and could be the one that brought those guns is an intriguing possibility. I am curious who is specifically out to get Jinshi.
Gaoshun in these last few episodes is turning into one of the more interesting characters. With that being said, what happened where he angered the Empress I wonder? Still hearing him call Maomao was a bit surprising, but it makes sense with everything that has been happening in these past few episodes.
As he mentioned, Jinishi can't be in his current position forever. Though who are they referring to as the one locked away in his room. My only guess is: They believe Kousen is locked away when that isn't the case when he is acting as Jinshi. It's amusing as Gaoshun name-drops Jinshi as the Moon Prince he is having some interesting banter with Maomao.
Though this aligns with what Maomao was describing as unable to get a handle on other emotions. She was basically ignored until her sisters were freed up from work. Honestly, working with Gyokuyou may really serve to help her grow regarding that. Since before coming to the palace, Maomao was pretty isolated all things considered.