Chapter 371 Why would Father Emperor send an imperial censor to you?

The Crown Princess looked at Zhou Yunshang in disbelief. Just moments ago, she had joined forces with others to attack Shen Lanxi, so why was she no longer helping her?

"Your Highness, are you unwilling to testify for me?"

Zhou Yunshang wished she could slap herself twice. From now on, she would definitely avoid this idiot when holding banquets.

"Princess Consort, it's understandable that you and the First Prince have just returned to the capital and don't know some things."

The Crown Princess was utterly shocked: "She insulted the royal family, she slapped the royal family in the face! Princess, I was upholding the dignity of the royal family, and you not only didn't stand with me, but you actually sided with her?"

Zhou Yunshang never expected to be angered by someone other than Shen Lanxi. She had already given her hints to this extent, but this idiot still couldn't understand?

Why did Father Emperor choose such an idiot as the Crown Prince's consort?

It's like putting her on the hot seat!

"If you won't go, I'll go myself. With so many people here today, I refuse to believe that everyone is helping Shen Lanxi cover it up. It's time for Father to inquire; if I don't answer truthfully, it will be a crime of deceiving the Emperor!"

The women present all looked increasingly grim. Had they known it would turn out this way, they wouldn't have come, even at the risk of offending the eldest princess.

"Shen Lanxi, you just wait!" The First Princess Consort pointed angrily at Shen Lanxi, uttered these harsh words, and then stormed off.

The flower-viewing banquet had barely begun when a distinguished guest departed, making everyone feel extremely uneasy!

"Princess, shall we continue with the flower viewing banquet?" Chen Suizhu asked cautiously.

Zhou Yunshang once again felt like she was being roasted over a fire.

It's all Shen Lanxi's fault. Why couldn't she just sit still and catch up with them?

Did she really have to offend all these people at her flower banquet and ruin it?

"continue!"

The event ended so soon after it had just begun; anyone who didn't know better would have thought something terrible had happened at her residence.

Even that foolish Crown Princess wouldn't dare to actually go to the palace to see the Emperor.

Even if she did see her, she could only shift the blame onto the Crown Prince's wife.

It's her fault for making a mountain out of a molehill.

The flower viewing banquet also included tea and refreshments, all made with fresh flowers. Although Zhou Yunshang held the flower banquet with a specific purpose, it was also her first banquet after being released from confinement, so she naturally wanted to make it more grand and dignified.

After Zhou Yunshang finished introducing the rose shortbread, Shen Lanxi picked it up and took a small bite.

"Delicious, sweet!"

Zhou Yunshang felt a surge of superiority: "Of course it's sweet, this is white sugar that's been presented as tribute from Shaanxi Province."

Chen Suizhu, the loyal lackey, immediately flattered him, saying, "I heard that this kind of white sugar is particularly difficult to make, so it is more valuable than gold and can only be used in the palace."

Shen Lanxi picked up the pastry and took another bite. Hard work finally paid off, and the fruits of her labor were naturally sweet.

"If you like, take some with you when you leave. These rose shortbreads were personally brought out of the palace by Sister Yunhui."

Upon hearing the name of the Tenth Princess, Shen Yuanhe and Shen Yuanrui immediately searched for her in the crowd.

"Is the Tenth Princess here too? I haven't seen her." Shen Lanxi feigned surprise.

Zhou Yunshang smiled and said, "Sister Yunsui is getting married soon. It's fine for her to come out and about, but it's not advisable for her to see too many people. You can have a proper chat after the flower banquet!"

While Zhou Yunshang was talking to someone else, Liu whispered to Shen Lanxi, "Lanxi, let's go back quickly after the flower banquet!"

From the moment they entered, their hearts were on edge, never able to relax.

These people were speaking with hidden meanings and barbs; if they weren't careful, they could be accused of crimes. They didn't want to stay a moment longer.

Shen Lanxi: "Second Aunt, don't be afraid. If we don't let them know how powerful the Shen family is today, they won't know how to cause us trouble next time."

Hu Jinyu helped Liu Shi to her seat. If it were an ordinary daughter of an official, she could have easily dismissed her with a few words. But those who made trouble were either princesses or the Crown Prince's wife. Even Chen Suizhu, who held the title of Lady of a Marquis, was not someone she could afford to offend.

"Mother, please calm down." Shen Lanxi is here.

No wonder her husband always made her go with Shen Lanxi when she went out, and also told her to go to Shen Lanxi if something happened.

Shen Lanxi is truly not afraid of those princesses, princes, or consorts.

The ladies and noblewomen waited and waited until the flower viewing banquet ended, but neither His Majesty summoned them nor the Crown Prince's Consort came. Their hearts were finally half at ease.

After getting into the carriage to return home and driving away, he finally slumped into the carriage as if he could breathe a sigh of relief.

Once they left the princess's residence, this ordeal was over.

...

"Sister Yunhui is already waiting in the room. Today, besides wanting to ask about what happened at the Shen residence that day, she also wants to see you." Zhou Yunshang walked ahead and led them into a guest room.

Liu and the others followed closely behind Shen Lanxi, fearing that if they fell behind, some ferocious beast would come and devour them.

"The case file from that day has been transferred from the Imperial Guard to the Court of Judicial Review, and the final conclusion will be made by the Court of Judicial Review," Shen Lanxi said, dodging the question.

Zhou Yunshang tentatively asked, "Is it something that can't be revealed?"

Shen Lanxi pointed behind her and whispered, "See that guy behind me who's always holding a pen? He's the Imperial Censor personally appointed by His Majesty. If I reveal the details of the case to you..." She knew the consequences.

Zhou Yunshang's expression changed. Why was there an imperial censor?

Even if Father doesn't trust Shen Lanxi, there's no need to show it so openly.

Isn't he afraid that Shen Lanxi will rebel?

"Why would Father Emperor send an imperial censor to you?" Zhou Yunshang subtly distanced herself from Shen Lanxi, her mind replaying whether she had done or said anything out of line at the flower banquet earlier.

Shen Lanxi replied with a smile, "Naturally, I asked His Majesty for it."

“As a woman, I entered the court, which was already a source of criticism. Although it is said that the innocent are innocent, how can I say that without anyone seeing it? So I specifically asked His Majesty for an imperial censor to record my every word and deed, so as to remind myself.”

Zhou Yunshang: Are you trying to warn others?

No wonder no one bothered Shen Lanxi for so long after she returned to the capital; it turns out that's why.

Father Emperor is probably really wary of Shen Lanxi, otherwise why would he break the convention that only emperors in all dynasties had censors to record their daily lives and words?

Oh no, Yun Sui is still waiting inside. Don't say anything out of the ordinary!

If something happens in her residence, she can't explain herself no matter what.

"Princess!"

The Shen family members paid their respects to the Tenth Princess.

Zhou Yunhui was pale and sickly, leaning against the couch. When she saw them arrive, she gave a weak smile.

"No need for formalities. Your Shen family was also implicated in what happened that day."

Zhou Yunhui, appearing understanding, gestured for everyone to take their seats.

"Have Yuanhe and Yuanrui arrived?"

Mentioning the names of the two concubine's daughters caused the legitimate daughters in each household to look somewhat uneasy.