Chapter 77 - Chapter 77: The Emperor’s Interrogation
Chapter 77: The Emperor’s Interrogation
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Yu Yunxi was slightly moved. Feng Yili’s suggestion was indeed very tempting. However, she still managed to hold on to her rationality in the end. She said, “Your Royal Highness, I can take responsibility for what I’ve done. If you get too close to me, you’ll really harm the King of Xinan’s Residence.”
How could the Emperor sit still if the two people who held the most military power in Tianxia were so close?
After saying this, Yu Yunxi turned around and left.
Feng Yili pursed his lips as he looked at her back. He had nowhere to vent his frustration and could only follow her.
Qian Jiao finally rushed over and asked worriedly, “County Princess, are you alright?”
“I’m fine. Follow Jiang Ying. Make sure to protect the white tiger,” Yu Yunxi said seriously.
“Yes, County Princess.”
When Yu Yunxi arrived at the main hall, many people looked at her with strange and fearful gazes. When they saw the blood on her dress, they wanted to stay as far away from her as they could. Clearly, they had heard about what happened in the imperial garden.
At this moment, a young eunuch walked over tremblingly and said, “County
Princess, your seat is here.”
Looking at the direction he pointed, Yu Yunxi saw that her seat was at the edge. She scoffed inwardly, ‘Heh, what a good spot.’
Even fifth-rank officials were seated in front of her. However, she did not say anything and quickly walked over. It was better for her to keep a low profile.
At this time, another person entered the hall. It was Yu Yongnian. He had already sent Feng Weiping to her palace before rushing her.
A square-faced man dressed in black armor stood next to him. He should be Chen Kui, the eldest son of the Chen family, and the leader of troops this time. He was also Madam Chen’s eldest brother.
“General Chen, congratulations on your triumphant return!”
“General Chen, I’ve not seen you for so long, and you look even more imposing than before!”
All sorts of flattery could be heard at this time.
Chen Kui patted his belly and laughed loudly as he said, “It was just a small battle. It’s not worth mentioning!”
Chen Simeng called out, “Father!”
Upon hearing this, Chen Kui walked over.
The Chen family’s seats were closer to the front. All the women of the Chen family were also present.
Chen Kui turned around and said, “Yongnian, come over.”
The Yu family’s seats were arranged next to those of the Chen family.
When everyone saw this, their hearts stirred. It seemed like the Emperor was going to let the Yu family off the hook. The Yu family still could not fall.
Yu Yunxi sat in the corner and carefully observed Yu Yongnian and Yu Yongsheng, the Fourth Young Master of the Yu family, who was following behind Yu Yongnian. It did not take long before she noticed Yu Wanrong’s provocative gaze. Yu Wanrong was clearly mocking her for only getting a corner seat despite being a County Princess while the Yu family still remained standing.
‘How boring…’
Yu Yunxi looked away. She could not be bothered with Yu Wanrong now.
Suddenly, the people began to whisper among themselves.
“I-Isn’t that Prime Minister Yu?”
“How did he become like this? Is the Emperor going to reinstate him now that he has been released? After all, the position of Prime Minister has been kept empty.”
“Keep your voice down. We can’t guess the Emperor’s thoughts.”
Yu Yongzheng, whom everyone was staring at, looked almost skeletal, and his clothes were plain. He ignored everyone’s gazes as he stared at Yu Yunxi, who was sitting in a corner, viciously.
Madam Chen, on the other hand, could not stand the gazes of the wives of the official. She quickly called out, “Husband, over here!”
Originally, Madam Chen wanted to address him as Prime Minister Yu. At the last minute, she remembered that he had been stripped of his position so she could only weakly call him ‘husband’.
Yu Zhongcheng frowned. Although he did not show it much, he was naturally unhappy with the condescending gazes of the people around him. He strode over to the Yu family’s seats.
At the same time, Yu Yunxi sensed a resentful gaze. She looked up and saw Feng Weizhou.
Feng Weizhou still looked the same, but he did not look as sharp as he did before. It seemed that the impact of being grounded this time was not small.
Sitting below Feng Weizhou were the First Prince, the Third Prince, and the Fifth Prince.
At this time, a eunuch announced from outside the hall, “The Emperor, the
Empress, and the Empress Dowager have arrived.”
Feng Yijin; the Emperor, the Empress, the Empress Dowager, and a group of consorts walked into the hall.
“Long live the Emperor, long live the Empress, long live the Empress Dowager!”
Everyone kneeled on the ground and greeted the trio.
After sitting on the dragon throne, Feng Yijin said calmly, “Rise.”
Then, Feng Yijin’s dark eyes looked at one of the seats closest to him and asked, clearly unhappy, “Why isn’t Ninth Imperial Brother here yet?”
Yu Yunxi frowned slightly.
‘Wasn’t Feng Yili following behind me earlier? Where is he?’
At this moment, the Empress Dowager said, “Emperor, today’s banquet is a celebration for the soldiers. It doesn’t matter if the Prince Regent doesn’t come…”
Feng Yijin nodded calmly and said, “I believe that Ninth Imperial Brother doesn’t care about these things. Let the banquet begin…’
Suddenly, Consort Xiao, who was sitting at the side, kneeled on the ground. She had kneeled so hard that the golden headpiece on her head shook. “Your Majesty, before the banquet begins, there’s something I have to say.”
“Hmm? Beloved consort, what is it that you have to say?” Feng Yijin asked. His expression was serene as he twirled the jade ring on his finger.
“Your Majesty, Weiping is absent from the banquet today because she was injured by the County Princess of Xinan. Not only are her arms covered in wounds, but the imperial doctor also said that she has suffered a fright. Weiping, a Princess of Tianxia, was harmed by the County Princess in the palace. I hope Your Majesty can uphold justice for Weiping,” Consort Xiao said as she wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief.
“Oh? County Princess, can you explain this matter to me?” Feng Yijin asked, looking as though he had just heard about this matter. This was naturally impossible. As the emperor, how could he not know about such a huge incident that happened in the palace? However, it was still necessary for him to pretend to be surprised.
‘His acting is really good…’
Yu Yunxi set the teacup in her hand down and slowly rose to her feet before she walked to the center of the hall. Although her dress was simple, it was elegant and showed off her slender figure. Her gaze was cold, and as she walked, her aura was extraordinary. It was not something the noble ladies in the capital could easily imitate.
Some people who saw Yu Yunxi for the first time were surprised.
‘So this is the Princess Regent from back then…’
‘Why does it seem like her aura is comparable to that of the Prince Regent?’ As for the others, they eagerly waited to watch the show.
After all, Yu Yunxi had acted very arrogantly in the imperial garden earlier. She was just a mere hostage from Xinan, but she dared to hurt the Fourth Princess. The Emperor definitely would not let her off the hook..