Chapter 141 Fear

This is like pointing at Xun Chen's nose and calling him heartless and ungrateful.

The emperor sat on the dragon throne, and his eyes suddenly became deep as he looked at Xun Chen.

This man was one of the participants back then. In order to be a meritorious official, he did not hesitate to abandon his father-in-law who had supported the Xun family in every possible way and turned around to put him to death.

It's inevitable... He won't have the heart to rebel again now.

"However, I have heard that Miss Jiang has been running a business on her own since her divorce. The rouge, powder, and perfume she makes are highly praised by the noble ladies of the capital. Her character and ability are evident. How can such a woman be considered unworthy?"

He paused, his eyes swept calmly over the ministers in the hall who had different expressions, and his voice was clear and firm:

"As for the fact that Miss Jiang gave birth, He Mou actually doesn't care. Women are not destined to stay in the backyard to take care of their husbands and raise children.

My mother, Princess Zhenbei, has wielded a spear for over twenty years and is still a heroic woman who can still fight on the battlefield."

There was an uproar in the hall again, and even the emperor on the dragon throne looked astonished.

As expected of the He family...

Xun Chen suddenly raised his head and looked at He Ning in disbelief, as if he was looking at a monster.

He Ning seemed not to notice the shock of the crowd and continued calmly:

"He is twenty years old this year. Miss Jiang is four years older than me. He believes that women have more experience, are more knowledgeable, and know how to manage a household."

"As for childbirth, I have served in the Northern Frontier Army for many years and know the preciousness of life. I also know the pain and difficulty of childbirth for women. Miss Jiang was once a mother, and I admire her tenacity and loving heart."

"This past experience has not damaged her noble character, nor is it her fault. He is attracted to her and is willing to marry her as his legal wife. This is my heart and my will, and heaven and earth can bear witness to it."

His words were powerful, frank and sincere, and the gentle smile on his face made people forget that he had a cruel and cruel nature that could cut people's hearts with every move.

The four words "don't care" left all the civil and military officials in the court stunned.

How could He Ning be so unorthodox?

Xun Chen was choked by this completely unconventional answer and blushed. He didn't know how to refute it for a moment, so he could only stiffen his neck and argue:

"Master He has been bewitched by that vixen. She has a perverse personality and is disrespectful to her elders. If she were to marry into the palace, how would she serve her mother-in-law and manage the household?"

"Jiang Qingning has been in my Xun family for eight years, but she has never been filial to her mother-in-law, raised her children attentively, and has never been gentle and considerate to me. If Lord He insists on having his own way, it will only be too late to regret it!"

He Ning listened to Xun Chen's words quietly, and the corners of his mouth curved upwards almost imperceptibly:

"You're worrying too much, Censor Xun. My father has been stationed at the Northern Frontier for years, and my mother, the Princess of Zhenbei, lives with my father in the Northern Frontier Palace. My mother has a bright and open-minded disposition. She once told me that she only hopes I can find someone I love and start a family soon."

"As for my daughter-in-law's temperament, as long as she has a good character, is in tune with me, and can support each other, she will be a good wife. The royal palace has its own rules and regulations for food, and my mother is not a person who sticks to rigid rules."

He turned his gaze to the emperor on the throne again and bowed deeply:

"Your Majesty, I have made up my mind. My request to marry Jiang Qingning is not a spur-of-the-moment impulse, but rather the product of careful consideration. General Jiang has served Lingnan with great diligence and merit. His daughter is virtuous, strong-willed, and intelligent. She is a perfect match for me. I sincerely request Your Majesty's approval!"

His words were well-reasoned and flawless.

He not only resolved all the dirty water thrown by Xun Chen, but also showed his firm intention. He also brought up Jiang Baichuan's achievements, subtly suggesting that the emperor needed to take the feelings of the border generals into consideration.

All the civil and military officials in the court were stunned into silence by the calm demeanor and shocking remarks of the newly appointed Censor.

Xun Chen knelt on the ground, his face turning red and white, his mouth open, but he could no longer utter a word.

All his words seemed despicable and ridiculous in the face of He Ning's frankness, like a clown.

The entire Golden Palace fell into an eerie silence.

On the dragon throne, the emperor's expression kept changing.

He looked at Xun Chen, who was kneeling on the ground in a mess, then at He Ning, who was determined in the hall, and finally his gaze fell heavily on Qin Xiu, whose face was gloomy.

This game of chess...seems to be getting more and more interesting.

He spoke slowly, his voice filled with dignity and amusement: "What you are asking for, Lord He, is of great importance, but the status of Jiang's daughter is indeed special. I will consider this matter further."

The bell for the end of court rang, and all the officials poured out of the palace like a tide, with low voices buzzing in the air, and their eyes swept over the figures in front of them, either openly or secretly.

Qin Xiu walked very quickly, and the hem of his crimson official robe brought up a gust of cold wind.

His face was gloomy, his lips were tightly pursed, and he exuded a cold aura that kept strangers away.

"Master Qin, please stay!"

An urgent but flattering voice followed behind him.

Qin Xiu suddenly stopped in his tracks, turned half of his face to the side, and his cold eyes were terrifying.

The person who caught up with him was a doctor from the Ministry of Personnel, who was usually good at scheming.

He was rubbing his hands together, a flattering smile plastered on his face. "Master Qin, calm down, calm down! He Ning is just a rough man who came back from the border. He got this high position by relying on his father's influence. How dare he be so ignorant of his own limitations!"

"And that Xun Chen, who dares to bark in the court? Sir Qin..."

"roll."

Qin Xiu shouted coldly, murderous intent in his eyes.

The blood drained away from the doctor's face in an instant, his lips trembled, and he dared not say another word. He bowed his head in shame and retreated to the side.

Qin Xiu ignored him and continued striding forward.

However, after taking a few steps, another figure blocked the way.

Xun Chen looked at Qin Xiu in front of him, and forced a twisted smile as he stepped forward:

"Master Qin has seen that Jiang is a fickle, shameless troublemaker. First, she hooked up with Master Qin, and now she's hooked up with He Ning. She's so fickle that she's not a good match for Master Qin. How about you and I join forces..."

Before he could finish his words, Qin Xiu suddenly turned around and stared at him, his bottomless eyes filled with terrifying gloom.

Xun Chen was shocked by this look, and the rest of his words were stuck in his throat. A chill ran from the soles of his feet to the top of his head.

"Xun Yushi," Qin Xiu's voice was icy cold, "Watch your mouth! Don't let me hear you slander her again."

He leaned closer to Xun Chen and said in a cold voice that only the two of them could hear, "I don't mind letting you go to the mass grave to accompany the Lin family father and son."

Xun Chen's face instantly turned as pale as paper, and his pupils suddenly constricted.

Xun Chen understood the horror of the father and son who were so powerful just a few days ago and were beheaded in the blink of an eye.

However, this was not what frightened him the most.

At this moment, a thought was spreading wildly in my mind. Could it be that Qin Xiu knew everything?

Is he warning himself?

Or are you threatening yourself?

Xun Chen's legs went weak with fear in an instant, and he almost collapsed to the ground.