When he learned from the Empress Dowager that Leng Chuchen might have a son among the common people, he immediately felt much relieved. This was a good opportunity to restrain the Yue family. Otherwise, the entire court would be controlled by the Yue family. Whether he or Chen'er became emperor, they would be sidelined sooner or later.

Looking at the two drops of bright red blood in the basin, time seemed to stand still.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, the two drops of blood slowly attracted each other and slowly merged...

Only after they were completely integrated did Leng Chuchen let out a soft sigh of relief, and a smile crept onto the Emperor's face.

The faces of the Yue family father and son turned ashen at this moment, and Empress Qi also frowned.

Originally, she wanted Rouge to tamper with the water, but she was afraid of accidentally harming her grandson. After much deliberation, she decided to accept reality.

As it turned out, reality did not disappoint her, but she couldn't be happy at all.

"Hahaha……"

The emperor immediately patted the armrest of his dragon throne and laughed.

"What a wonderful thing! I've gained a grandson for free. This is truly a tremendous blessing."

Taking the opportunity, Leng Chuchen knelt down on both knees and said, "Father, Luo Zhiwan has borne me a son and has raised him to adulthood. I humbly request that you issue an edict to bestow a marriage upon me and Luo Zhiwan."

Upon hearing this, Empress Qi immediately interrupted with a cold expression.

"Chen'er, the Emperor's decree of marriage has been issued. You will marry Xiaomin and Xiaoyue on a chosen day. Even if this woman gives birth to your children, she is not qualified to enter the Crown Prince's residence."

Leng Chuchen retorted:

“She is the mother of my son, so why is she not qualified to enter the Crown Prince’s residence? Besides, I only recognize her as my wife. I beg Father Emperor and Mother Empress to grant my request.”

The emperor frowned slightly. Although he could accept the child, he could not accept the woman.

She was a commoner woman; it was impossible for her to become the Crown Prince's principal wife.

"Chen'er, I have already issued the imperial decree of marriage, which cannot be taken back. If you really like Luo Zhiwan, then let her be a concubine and move into the Crown Prince's residence. After the Crown Princess enters the residence, the child can be adopted into the Crown Princess's name."

"no."

Before Luo Zhiwan could speak, Leng Chuchen interrupted her.

"Father, I will not marry anyone other than Luo Zhiwan..."

Empress Qi's face showed displeasure, and she retorted angrily without any politeness.

“Chen’er, as the crown prince of a country, how can you say such willful and reckless words? The position of crown princess is of great importance. It is not something that you can just let anyone sit on. No one else can sit on this position.”

As she said this, she glanced at Luo Zhiwan, her eyes filled with an indescribable fierceness.

At this moment, Zhiwan felt a mix of emotions she couldn't quite describe.

Judging from the current situation, it seems that it is no longer possible for her to take Yiming away.

She wanted to stay, but the only way was as a concubine.

If she leaves on her own, leaving Yiming in the Crown Prince's residence, the Yue sisters will not give him a good life.

What should she do?

Should we stay or leave?

She was truly torn.

Leng Chuchen continued to argue for her,

"Father, Mother, if you do not allow me to marry Luo Zhiwan as my principal wife, I will remain unmarried for the rest of my life..."

His resolute attitude turned Empress Qi's face deathly pale, and the Emperor's face, which had been calm just moments before, was now filled with anger.

"snort!"

The emperor suddenly flung his hand away forcefully.

Are you threatening me?

"Your subject dares not..."

"Leng Chuchen, don't think that just because you're the crown prince you can do whatever you want. I can make you the crown prince, or I can depose you."

These words caused an uproar among those present, and Luo Zhiwan was also quite surprised.

If he were to be deposed as crown prince by the emperor because of her, Empress Qi would hate him even more. Would they, mother and son, still have a good life?

The Emperor's words were resolute, but Leng Chuchen showed no sign of backing down.

"If Father insists on this, I am willing to become a commoner..."

"Do you think I only have one son? If you are unwilling to be the crown prince, I will immediately issue an edict to depose you..."

"Chen'er..."

Seeing the Emperor's burning anger, Empress Qi's face turned from pale to black, and she immediately rebuked him:

"You are too presumptuous to say such treasonous things. Kneel down immediately and apologize to your father."

Empress Qi knew better than anyone that Leng Chuyang's personality was completely unsuitable for the position of Crown Prince, which was why she had been trying her best to protect Leng Chuchen.

However, to her surprise, Leng Chuchen actually said such things to the Emperor for the sake of a woman. Although she was angry, she was also afraid that the Emperor might punish him in a fit of rage at this moment.

Leng Chuchen's gaze was intense, showing no intention of admitting her mistake, and her attitude seemed very resolute.

The atmosphere at the scene became tense. Luo Zhiwan frowned and immediately knelt down on both knees.

"Your Majesty, this humble woman is willing to become the Crown Prince's concubine..."

Upon hearing this, Leng Chuchen turned around in surprise to look at her, her eyes filled with confusion.

"Zhiwan, what are you saying?"

She glanced at him, then at Yiming beside her, and solemnly reiterated...

“I said, I am willing to marry the Crown Prince as a concubine…”

When she said this, her eyes were firm, but her gaze was somewhat dim.

What does it matter if she sacrifices herself for Yiming's safety?

Seeing that she had agreed to become a concubine, Empress Qi frowned slightly, then let out a soft snort.

"Your Majesty, since she agrees, and Chen'er still thinks of her, let her go to the Crown Prince's residence as a concubine. However, this will have to wait until Xiao Min and Xiao Yue are officially married, and she has served tea to the principal wife..."

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