Inner Hwangjin
Prince Chun arrived and was accommodated in the Joheun Huimang Palace, Inner Hwangjin. He was offered two days of rest, in case he needed to get accustomed to the drop in oxygen that sometimes guest experienced. The Prince was informed that the meeting will be in the form of a private and group audience in the Heavenly Palace. He would be received in the Throne Hall, as it is customary, by Queen Hong. Other senior ministers would be present as well.
The day of the meeting, Prince Chun was received by Royal Secretary Hongju at the enter of the Heavenly Palace. "I welcome you in the name of Her Grand Royal Highness", the Royal Secretary said. "It is a pleasure to meet you".
A few minutes later, the visitor was announced in the Throne Hall. Queen Hong was awaiting, sat down on the throne. She was the only one who was sat down, as the rest of people in the room were standing up. They politely bowed to the visitor, while the Queen remained silent until he was formally introduced by the Royal Secretary.
In the audience, there were also present, besides the visitors and the Royal Secretary, the three senior ministers, including Chief State Minister Jungjin Um, the head of the government, and two royal diplomats who served as translators. The Prince was indicated to approach the center of the hall, in front of the platform where the Queen was placed. There was a large cushion in which certain distinguished guests as himself were allowed to sit down if they consider it opportune for their comfort and convenience.
"Welcome to our lands", Queen Hong declared. "I'm glad and honoured to receive you. I hope your travel and stay was pleasant enough. While the circumstances are rather unfortunate, I am confident your visit will serve for a better understanding between our nations".