Chapter 109: Breaking the Bed (Part 73)

lling to do it."Father, once you have indulged in this one time, then there will be concubines and maids entering the household. Your son does not wish to take a concubine, nor does he want any concu...The Empress saw that she was not speaking, and took her hand, “Why, as my daughter-in-law, are you unwilling”

Wind Lingxi hastily got up and knelt down, "Your Majesty the Empress, this concubine is guilty. This concubine has already married the Fourth Prince, I beg Your Majesty to forgive me."

Is the Empress really trying to make her her daughter-in-law or is she trying to get her into trouble

"Don't you like the Crown Prince He has deep feelings for you."

Feng Ling Xi raised her head and met the coldness in the Empress's eyes. Without showing fear or servility, she said, "Your Majesty, please forgive my transgression. As a married woman, I cannot serve two husbands. I beg Your Majesty to show mercy."

The Empress was furious, letting out a cold snort. "What you're saying, Fourth Princess Consort, is that I forced you If you don't like the Crown Prince, why are you being so ambiguous with him"

The empress's words turned Feng Lingxi's face from white to red. She really didn't want to have anything to do with the crown prince, it was he who had been pursuing her. Now, she was the one being blamed for causing chaos in the country.

"Your Majesty is wise, this servant and the Crown Prince are innocent and there's nothing improper between us."

If you want to accuse someone, there will always be a reason. It seems like the Empress wants to find an excuse to punish her.

"The son has seen Mother Empress."

A sweet voice rang out, and Princess Zhaoran, clad in the finery of a crown princess, approached. Her eyes fell upon Feng Lingxi kneeling on the ground, a flash of ferocity crossing her gaze as she finally had her chance. Remembering last night's wedding night, when the Crown Prince had consummated their marriage, calling out this woman's name, she was filled with rage.

This vixen, pretending to be virtuous and holy, married the city's young master but still seduced the prince, stealing away her beloved and making her man yearn for her.

Upon seeing the noble Lady Zhao Ran, the Empress nodded slightly.

"Zhao Ran, come sit here with your mother."

The Princess Zhao Ran walked to the Empress's side and sat down. Looking at Feng Ling Xi kneeling on the ground, she asked lightly, "Mother Empress, has this Fourth Princess offended you Why is she kneeling on the ground"

Feng Lingxi, hearing her words, became even more uneasy. If this was true and they joined forces against her, within the palace, it would be difficult for her to escape unharmed.

The Empress glanced at Feng Lingxi, “Rise, Fourth Princess. If Consort Shu sees you kneeling like this, she might think I’ve wronged you. You are the emperor's favorite right now.”

Just as I was about to get up, I heard the voice of Princess Zhaoran, “Mother, if Fourth Royal Consort has done wrong, even if Father Emperor came, he cannot favor her. As Mother Empress, you are the mistress of this harem, how can you not punish those who have done wrong”

"Your Highness, this statement leaves me perplexed. My consort merely came to offer a few kind words to the Empress Dowager. The Empress Dowager herself did not say that she erred, so how could you know she was in the wrong"

Dugu Cheng quickly stepped forward, walked in front of Feng Lingxi, glanced at the Empress, and bowed deeply, "My son pays respects to Your Majesty the Empress."

The Empress saw Dugu City coming and smiled, saying, "Why is the Fourth Prince here This palace only asked the Fourth Princess to speak. This child is too timid, she knelt down after just a single sentence."

Dugu Cheng glanced at Feng Lingxi kneeling on the ground, a cold light flashing in his eyes.

"As Xi'er has just recovered from a serious illness and doesn't understand the palace rules, if she has offended the Empress, this humble servant will apologize to her on behalf of Xi'er."

The Empress looked at Feng Lingxi, "What are you all still doing, haven't you carried the Fourth Princess up yet"

Xiaoli hurriedly stepped forward and helped Feng Lingxi up. Dugu Cheng also reached out to help her, "How can you still be so timid You knelt down just after saying a few words to the Empress. If people didn't know, they would think the Empress had punished you for kneeling. If your grandmother found out, she would blame the Empress!"

When Empress Dowager heard that Dugu Cheng had moved out, the empress's face stiffened slightly. Everyone in Yuanxing Dynasty knew that Dugu Cheng was the favored person of the Empress Dowager and her most beloved grandson. If this matter reached the Empress Dowager's ears, even she, the empress, would inevitably be reprimanded by the Empress Dowager.

Feng Lingxi twisted her fingers, her face contorted with remorse. "It's all my fault, your Majesty. I'm too cowardly and made the Empress Dowager laugh at me."

Dugu Cheng looked at Feng Lingxi's apologetic look, took her hand, and said, "Father just asked why you haven't come back yet. He doesn't even know to tell the Empress Dowager, making Father anxious."

Feng Lingxi knew that Dugu City was giving her a chance to escape, and she quickly apologized, "I know I was wrong."

"Brother Cheng, you wouldn't believe her…"

Before Princess Zhaoran could finish her words, she was stopped by the Empress's gaze. This fool, couldn't she see that Dugu City was angry If she dared to keep people around any longer, when the Emperor came to take them, it would cause a scandal that even the Grand Dowager wouldn't be able to handle.

"Fourth Royal Princess, you should hurry back with the Fourth Prince to accompany the Emperor for tea. This Palace is feeling rather tired."

"This humble servant takes her leave."

Feng Lingxi saw the Empress stand up and leave, and let out a sigh of relief. It was finally over.

"If I hadn't come here, wouldn't you have been stuck"

After the Queen's people left, Dugu City spoke in a low voice, "How did someone who usually flaunts their power become so meek and submissive when here with the Queen It's not at all like Feng Lingxi I know."

"Your Highness, I do not know what the Empress spoke to me about. How would you know if I could escape"

"Let's talk about it later."

After all, it was the palace. With so many eyes and ears around, Feng Lingxi followed Dugu City back to the Emperor's side. When Shu Fei saw her return, the worry in her eyes also eased.

"Xi'er, has the Empress made things difficult for you"

The Emperor spoke, Feng Lingxi hurriedly shook her head. "Your Majesty, the Empress was just speaking to her daughter-in-law, she didn't make things difficult."

"No more talk, today is for letting Lixi enter the palace to have tea. We'll return after meals."

Does anyone really make things difficult for Xi'er We all know the truth. Even the Emperor can't do anything about it, as helping her would only create enemies for him.

After finishing their dinner, Feng Lingxi and Dugu City left the palace. Stepping out of the imperial palace, Feng Lingxi couldn't help but sigh in relief.

"I'm sorry you had to go through that."

Feng Lingxi glanced at Dugu City, "What grievances are there to talk about You should thank you for saving me in time. Otherwise, I really don't know how to escape."

The Empress's words left her shaken. This matter wouldn't end here, she knew that much. Right now, she was contemplating whether or not to tell Dugu City.

"This king is curious what the Empress told you that would frighten you so."

Fear

She wasn't afraid, she just didn't want to make a big deal out of it and didn't want to get into trouble. After all, her current identity was Feng Lingxi. Even if she didn't consider herself, she had to consider her mother. If it were just her alone, she could have done something wrong and left.

"Dugu City, you truly believe the assassin was from within the palace"

"What did the Empress say to you"

Feng Lingxi responded, “She asked me if I had seen the assassin’s appearance clearly. I told her truthfully.”

"Why did she make you kneel down"

Feng Lingxi thought of the Empress's words and wondered if telling Dugu Cheng would make him angry, causing him to resent the Empress and act rashly.ish. Your father became even more indifferent to me. Your mother, seeing you like this, naturally didn't dare to bring out the dowry for your father anymore."Turns out, Mother had plans all along."If...