Chapter 788 Imprisonment 48

his current fallen state, he still commanded military power, and neighboring small countries feared him."When does Fourth Prince intend to clear Xi'er of the charge of poisoning the late Emperor For...Shu Tai Fei nodded, "That's good to hear. After all, she is the Holy Master of the Yao Clan; she shouldn't be ignorant of such basic principles."

"Your Majesty, the Marquis of Pingxi and Lady Luo request an audience."

Shu Tai-fei raised her eyebrow slightly, "Tell them to wait in the front hall for a moment. This imperial concubine will be there shortly."

"Mother, I'll accompany you there in a while." Feng Lingxi looked at Dugu City and saw him nod. She calculated in her heart how to deal with this King of Pingxi later. If he still had the arrogant attitude from yesterday, it would be unnecessary to continue visiting his mansion.

"Time will tell what they have to say."

The Imperial Noble Consort instructed them to eat quickly. After a while, the three of them went to the front hall.

King Pingxi and Luo Juzhou were sitting in the front hall. Luo Juzhou had his eyes fixed on the outside, not even noticing them approach. He was getting restless.

"Father..."

"Shut up."

"Father, have you forgotten what your father said to you" the Prince of the West roared angrily.

Luo Juzhou bit her lip,委屈 and dared not speak again. After a while, footsteps came from outside the door. Luo Juzhou looked up and saw Shutai Fei and Dugu Chengfeng Lingxi walk in together. Seeing Feng Lingxi, Luo Juzhou's eyes were full of jealousy, especially looking at Dugu Cheng beside her. Seeing her beloved Cheng Ge and Feng Lingxi so close, she was jealous.

Feng Lingxi's gaze fell on Luo Juzhou, meeting the jealousy in her eyes. A sneer curled at the corner of his lips. She was a stubborn one, it seemed she hadn't given up yet.

"I pay my respects to the Empress Dowager, and greetings to the Fourth Prince and Princess."

The Shutai consort raised her hand, and the Pingxi King looked up at her, his face somewhat grim.

"Prince of the West, why have you come today"

After the Shu Taifei sat down, she looked at Pingxi Wang's expression. She saw him pulling Luo Juzhou behind him, but Luo Juzhou had an unwilling look on her face. She was forcefully pulled out and pushed forward, and he angrily scolded, "Kneel down."

Luo Ju Zhou knelt before Shu Taifei, tears streaming down her face, crying out loud. Ping Xi Wang followed suit and knelt down as well, "Shu Taifei, Fourth Prince, Fourth Princess Consort, yesterday I went back to investigate clearly. It was all because Zhou'er was indiscreet and disrespectful towards the Fourth Princess Consort. I especially brought her here to apologize, hoping that Shu Taifei would look upon the old minister's face and give Zhou'er a chance to redeem herself."

"I was right."

Luo Juzhou cried out, tears falling drop by drop, pointing at Feng Lingxi and angrily rebuking, "It was her who refused to let me marry into the Siwangfu, that's why I said those things about her. It's all because of her! Why should I be the one being blamed"

Feng Lingxi heard Luo Juzhou's words and couldn't help but furrow her brow. She looked at King Pingxi, who had slapped Luo Juzhou across the face with a resounding slap. The blow was truly fierce, leaving a red mark on Luo Juzhou's cheek.

Luò Jū zhōu covered her face, tears falling even more fiercely. Pingxi Wang glared at her, “Don’t you quickly apologize to the Fourth Princess Could it be that I really have to send you back before you listen”

When Shu Taifei saw Luo Juzhou crying like a little girl, she felt a pang of sympathy. After all, this Pingxi King was a military general; he really didn't hold back when it came to using force. Luo Juzhou, with her delicate features like a blooming flower, had been slapped so hard that it was truly excessive.

"Prince Pingxi, I wonder if you've received the imperial decree from the Dowager Empress for Lady Luo of the Luo family"

Feng Lingxi opened her mouth, and King Pingxi's body trembled. Looking at Feng Lingxi's sharp eyes, he thought back to yesterday when he heard that Feng Lingxi had entered the palace. This Feng Lingxi was the Saint Lord of the Yao Clan and had always had a good relationship with the Empress Dowager. He wondered what she had said to the Empress Dowager.

"Your Highness, not yet."

Upon hearing this, Luo Ju Zhou's expression became somewhat off. Her teary eyes stared at Feng Ling Xi, unsure of what she meant.

"Fourth Royal Consort, what imperial decree is the Empress Dowager giving to Zhou'er"

King Pingxi looked at Feng Lingxi's eyes, which had become complex. She was truly this capable When did it become the turn of a mere Fourth Princess to speak in this Great Yuan Dynasty The Empress Dowager had promised him that Zhou’er would marry into the Fourth Prince’s Mansion and become a true Fourth Princess, but now Feng Lingxi's words genuinely unsettled him.

"The King of Pingxi just waits for the Empress Dowager's decree. I told the Lady Luo clearly last night, as to whether she has told you, I don't know."

Feng Lingxi looked at King Pingxi, catching the panic in his flickering eyes. The coldness in her own gaze deepened.

"Your Majesty, there are visitors at the palace."

As everyone got up and walked to the door, they saw Zhang Mama from the Imperial Mother's Palace arrive with maidservants and eunuchs. The maids behind her carried all sorts of precious items.

"Your Highness, this is a gift bestowed upon you by the Empress Dowager."

After Zhang Ma bowed to Shu Taifei, she turned to Feng Lingxi and said, her smile fading from her face. The eunuch behind her had already started reciting, "One Fire-Ruby Hairpin, one Tian Shan Snow Lotus plant, a pair of pearl and gold earrings, a pair of jade ruyi, one thousand taels of gold, silk and brocade..."

The old man was still reading aloud. Feng Lingxi listened with an impassive face. Shutai and Pingxi Wang had been restless ever since they heard the imperial decree of rewards.

They who wear the Hu Ru Ying Luo crown are the ones who know best why it is so prized. This adornment has never been bestowed upon anyone by the Empress Dowager. Only those she admires can possess it, and to be awarded this signifies that the recipient is under her protection. Who would dare disrespect someone thus favored

Shu Taifei looked at Feng Lingxi's expressionless face, and her heart was even more confused. She didn't know what Xier and the Empress Dowager had negotiated. After a trip to the palace yesterday, the Empress Dowager actually bestowed upon her the Huoru Yi Luo crown.

"Your Highness, be sure to pack your belongings."

Feng Lingxi nodded, looking at those things, her heart secretly puzzled. This Empress Cen didn't give Luo Ju Zhou Yi imperial decree but gave her a pile of rewards, wouldn't she be going back on her word

"Grandma Zhang, can I have a word with you"

Wind Ling Xi casually picked up a gift bracelet and led Zhang Mama aside, slipping the bracelet into her hand. Zhang Mama hesitated for a moment before accepting it.

"Grandma Zhang, did the Empress Dowager give a decree to Princess Luo Yi yesterday's matter..."

Grandma Zhang smiled with delight, "Rest assured, Fourth Princess Consort. The Empress Dowager has already sent word. It will reach Prince Pingxi soon. Just have peace of mind."

"Thank you, Grandma Zhang."

Feng Lingxi's smile remained unchanged as she watched Zhang Mamá's polite gestures towards her. Returning to Shu Taifei's side, she saw Zhang Mamá bowing towards Shu Taifei. "Shu Taifei," Zhang Mamá said, "The Empress Dowager asks me to tell you that if you have free time, please visit Shou'an Palace more often. Ning Shou Palace has always been reserved for you."

When Shu Taifei heard this, she was truly surprised. She turned her body and her gaze fell on Feng Lingxi, becoming even more curious.

"Prince of the West, return to your residence earlier. The Empress Dowager's gifts for you will be delivered later."

Grandmother Zhang kindly reminded, and Prince Pingxi excitedly agreed repeatedly. Only then did Grandmother Zhang leave the Si Wangfu.

Since the Empress Dowager has sent gifts to Prince Pingxi's Mansion, this imperial concubine won't keep Prince Pingxi any longer.

The Empress Dowager spoke, and Pingxi Wang's heart had already been shaken by Fengling Xi's gift. He composed himself and said, "Regarding yesterday's incident, please forgive me, Your Majesty. Zhou'er is still young, and I will take extra care of him."em."Don't be afraid, I'm here."Feng Lingxi stood up and watched Dugu Yan walk in, followed by a dozen or so palace maids and eunuchs." attendants, help the Empress to her bed."獨孤雁 opened her mouth, he...