His shout caused a stir on the second floor, and even more people gathered at the entrance of the private room in the Grand Tutor's mansion.

Some people, like Huo Baijun, went inside and found places to sit or stand, openly watching the drama unfold.

Li Jun and Feng Min arrived with their men, one with a helpless expression and the other with a sullen face.

The onlookers became even more excited; a chaotic scene was about to unfold.

Qi Mengshu looked at Li Jun with tears in her eyes, appearing wronged, and wisely kept quiet.

Li Wenxiu, with her quick temper, angrily said:

"You're acting strangely, showing up here uninvited and spouting nonsense. What are you trying to do? Make people think we've bullied you? And you even dare to slander the Princess!!"

She was furious, but unfortunately, all the onlookers were acquaintances, so she couldn't kick them out.

Li Ningxiu pulled her back and shook her head. This scene was not good no matter how you looked at it; it would make people laugh at her.

At this moment, another girl rushed in through the door, pulled Qi Mengshu behind her, and confronted Li Wenxiu with a face full of resentment:

"Is there anything wrong with what Meng Shu said? Everyone just heard it. Wasn't it her who drove Meng Shu's family out of the manor and disregarded all feelings? It's just a misunderstanding. Is Princess Qingluan so heartless and ungrateful that she won't even let Meng Shu feel wronged and sad?"

Li Wenxiu was furious. "Xu Zhen'er!! What business is it of yours? What kind of bewitching drug did Qi Mengshu give you? She framed the princess herself, she deserves it, but she's acting all wronged here, what gives her the right?"

"You're spouting nonsense!"

You're all in cahoots!

The two almost came to blows on the spot, but the maid was quick enough to hold them tightly and separate them.

The parties involved remained silent.

Qi Mengshu was still sobbing with her face half-covered.

Li Ningxiu twisted the handkerchief and looked at Li Jun, clearly hoping he would handle the situation.

Li Jun cupped her hands to Xiao Zhixing, "Princess, it's just a quarrel between women. Why don't you go back and explain it properly in private?"

As a man, it's not appropriate for him to interfere in matters between women. If it were just Li Ningxiu and Qi Mengshu, he could easily manage things.

But when it comes to Xiao Zhixing, he can't really interfere.

There are too many onlookers now, so he wants them to go home.

Xiao Zhixing put down his cup, didn't respond, sat steadily, and looked up at Qi Mengshu:

"I remember the Court of Judicial Review did not drop the case? How could you, as the accused, be allowed to leave the residence?"

Glancing at Li Jun, he said, "It seems the Li family is quite satisfied with this person? They've disregarded the law and bribed them? They didn't even know about me, the victim?"

Her face darkened; the Li family had truly been humiliated.

She sued Qi Mengshu, and the Li family bribed officials to lift Qi Mengshu's ban, clearly telling everyone that they didn't care about Xiao Zhixing's reputation.

Or perhaps, they don't even care about Xiao Yuanshan or the Zhenguo King's Mansion.

Xiao Zhixing stood up. "I have learned a thing or two about the Li family's style."

Li Jun frowned. "Please forgive me, Princess."

Qi Mengshu made a mistake, but since she has become his concubine, he can't really send her to the Dali Temple.

That would ruin their reputation and also damage the reputation of the Li family.

He believed he had done nothing wrong by making the necessary arrangements.

He was vaguely uneasy; he couldn't quite figure out what Xiao Zhixing meant by acting this way.

The current Xiao Zhixing is somewhat unpredictable. Is this her true nature?

Xiao Zhixing smiled noncommittally, pointing his chin at Qi Mengshu, "Bai Mei, slap her!"

What's there to forgive? You've already embarrassed her.

The Li family's actions were completely illogical.

If they want to make arrangements, they can simply inform her in advance, and she will understand. They can then negotiate amicably.

She didn't really intend to kill Qi Mengshu over this matter.

Unfortunately, the Li family, being a noble and powerful clan, were used to their status and didn't take the peasant town's royal palace seriously at all.

Bai Mei reacted quickly, rushing forward in a few steps, and *smack!*

Qi Mengshu cried out in pain and collapsed, his head buzzing and his face completely dazed.

It's simply unbelievable that Xiao Zhixing would dare to use violence in front of so many people.

Li Jun stood up and shouted angrily, "Princess Qingluan!!"

Xiao Zhixing walked over slowly, smiling as he looked down at Qi Mengshu, who was covering her face and filled with resentment.

"You still know I'm a princess of Dasheng? I'm wondering if His Majesty's decree is just a piece of paper?"

"My title of princess is practically meaningless. Any Tom, Dick, or Harry can bully me and bark wildly in front of me."

She turned to look at Li Jun, who had a slightly annoyed expression, and forced a smile:

“Young Master Li, in principle, only your father is qualified to speak to me.”

"I'm not going to hold it against you. It's not that I'm being generous; it's just that these are insignificant people and matters, and I can't be bothered with them."

“I understand your distress over the incident where you fell into the water last time, which led to you taking on this concubine because of Qi Mengshu.”

"However, as the future head of the Duke of Li's mansion, you are unable to distinguish right from wrong and are protecting this insubordinate person. Or is it that your Duke's mansion doesn't respect my Zhenguo Mansion at all?"

Li Jun's expression was stern. "Your Highness is too kind. This matter was done in my private life and has nothing to do with the manor. I, Wenxiu, apologize to you."

Once Xiao Zhixing's words reach the ears of His Majesty and Prince Xiao, the Li family will be in deep trouble, and there will inevitably be some twists and turns.

Xiao Zhixing smiled, "Young Master Li, you've been misled by beauty. But I'm very pleased that you care so much about my cousin, and I admire your courage and integrity. You have a very manly spirit."

"Alright, seeing how sincere you are, I'll grant your wish."

"However, I must remind you to keep your women in check, especially your concubines. If they ever start talking nonsense in front of me again, your reputation won't matter."

Li Jun's face darkened slightly, feeling a tightness in her chest from her sarcastic words.

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