Now that the Emperor is unwell, it is perfectly normal for His Highness the Crown Prince to go to the Emperor's bedside to fulfill his filial duties.

But the Emperor refused to see the Crown Prince...

Once this news gets out, all the civil and military officials will surely start speculating.

It's estimated that it won't be long before Prince Lan's situation becomes even more difficult.

Lord Mu sighed softly, wishing he could consult with the Prime Minister right now.

"Father, we must not act rashly right now. The more chaotic the situation, the more we must remain calm, otherwise we will give those with ulterior motives an opportunity to take advantage of us."

Mu Chenshuang stared intently at Lord Mu, her gaze unwavering.

Lord Mu suddenly realized, took a long breath and then slowly exhaled.

"Shuang'er is right. We absolutely cannot lose our composure at this time."

Within a short hour, two pieces of news arrived, causing an uproar both inside and outside the palace.

The Marquis of Jingbian's Residence.

backyard.

Chaos erupted at Mu Yazhi's residence, and Mu Yazhi's sobbing could be heard even through the courtyard wall.

"I don't want to marry him. I don't believe what you said. In terms of family background and looks, in what way am I inferior to others? Why should I be trampled under their feet!"

"Mother, are you confused? I admit that too many things have happened recently, but you can't just side with outsiders like this. Are you tired of me?"

"I am destined to be a princess. I will not marry anyone but Prince Xiaoyao. I have realized my true feelings. No matter what happens in between, I will marry Prince Xiaoyao!"

Mu Yazhi's voice grew louder and louder, each sentence more outrageous than the last.

The maids and servants in the courtyard were all surprised when they heard Mu Yazhi shouting like that.

Some of the timid maids even quietly retreated, afraid that Mu Yazhi would come out and find fault with them.

Mu Yazhi was crying and making a scene in the dormitory, and Lu Wei was so anxious that she was at her wits' end.

Lu Wei was sweating profusely with anxiety, trying to figure out how to comfort Mu Yazhi when Mu Yazhi suddenly stepped forward, grabbed Lu Wei's arm, and shook it vigorously.

"Mother, tell me what's going on. Have you lost your mind? Haven't you always taught me that no matter whether I love someone or not, I must find a reliable person to rely on? Why have you changed your mind now?"

"Enough! When are you going to stop? Are you going to make a fool of yourself in front of everyone?"

A ruthless glint flashed in Lu Wei's eyes. She pulled her arm out and slapped Mu Yazhi across the face.

The crisp sound of a slap rang out, and Mu Yazhi was stunned.

"Mother, you... hit me!"

"So what if I hit you? I'm just going to wake you up. What time is it now? You're still acting like a fool. Don't you know that we're not the same as before?"

When facing Mu Yazhi, Lu Wei never dared to be as open and honest as she was with Mu Chunxi.

Lu Wei still vividly remembers the shocked expression on Mu Chunxi's face when she told her the truth.

Compared to Mu Chunxi, Mu Yazhi's ability to endure hardship is far inferior.

Lu Wei couldn't even imagine what Mu Yazhi would do if she knew the truth.

Therefore, even though Mu Yazhi caused a huge uproar, Lu Wei could only try to persuade Wei Mu Yazhi as before.

Unfortunately, Lu Wei's words were completely useless in Mu Yazhi's eyes.