"Falsely conveying an imperial edict?"
Xie Yuan was also dumbfounded when he heard Helian Jue's response to the arranged marriage.
Xie Yuan knew perfectly well whether the imperial edict was genuine or not.
She felt that Helian Jue should understand as well.
But at that moment, they insisted, "It's fake! It's all fake!"
What kind of arranged marriage?
What kind of angel is this, delivering a decree?
It's all fake.
Before Helian Jue returned, Xie Yuan considered how to deal with Xie Rou.
Her solution was simply to follow the imperial decree and bring Xie Rou into the palace as a concubine.
Then they'd give her a secluded courtyard and practically "worship" her.
They wouldn't mistreat her, but they also wouldn't let her show her face in the backyard of the Prince's mansion; they just kept her well-fed and cared for.
Xie Yuan herself did not realize that she, a person from a later era, actually had a deep awe for imperial power.
"I'm not even as good as an ancient person!"
Xie Yuan, observing Helian Jue's unrestrained and arrogant demeanor, thought to himself, "Helian Jue, raised in a society governed by imperial power, actually dares to deny the imperial edict and defy imperial authority."
"As for me, I have only been in this fictional feudal dynasty for two years, yet I have become more and more timid and restrained."
"I need to reflect more on myself and understand that one should have certain thoughts based on one's position."
In fact, Xie Yuan himself had also discovered this.
Although she possessed knowledge far beyond her time, she was not a strong person at heart.
Putting aside others, compared to Princess Xu alone, she was not as "decisive and ruthless" as this local noblewoman.
Xie Yuan felt conflicted. On the one hand, she always remembered the freedom and equality of later generations, but on the other hand, she feared imperial power.
This makes her behavior seem weak, as if she lacks confidence.
"I don't need to do that at all! I should be like Helian Jue, who is firm when necessary!"
If you're going to be a rogue, then be a rogue.
You must never allow yourself to be wronged or get into unnecessary trouble for the sake of rules or appearances.
"Thank you, Your Highness. I understand what to do!"
Xie Yuan finally understood, and his entire demeanor changed.
She also seemed to have become more "arrogant".
Helian Jue was quite satisfied with Xie Yuan's appearance.
His son, A-Yuan, is good in every way, except that he's a bit too kind.
It's not that kindness is bad, but as someone in a position of authority, one must have presence.
Petty people fear power but not virtue.
Helian Jue never took Xie Rou seriously.
The reason he deliberately caused this disturbance was to remind Xie Yuan – with me here, you don't need to be so careful!
In Lingnan, in Yuezhou, they were the most prominent couple.
Xie Yuan can do whatever he wants. There's no need to worry too much.
Xie Yuan was intelligent and, after careful consideration, understood Helian Jue's good intentions.
That's why she sincerely thanked Helian Jue.
"Good to know!"
Seeing that Xie Yuan was perceptive, Helian Jue was no longer worried.
He built such a large business in Lingnan so that he wouldn't be bullied.
Even saints wouldn't do it.
...
"Your Highness, Your Majesty, something terrible has happened! Madam Cui, along with Xie Rou, is kneeling outside the gates of our manor!"
"They even did something like 'bearing thorns to apologize,' which attracted a lot of onlookers!"
"Oh, by the way, Cui Shi doesn't seem to be in good health. Her face is deathly pale, there's blood on the corner of her mouth, and she's kneeling there, her body is swaying."
The maid Ruyi rushed over and hurriedly reported.
"Cui? She came to apologize with thorns on her back?"
Xie Yuan was still discussing with Helian Jue how to appease the Liao and Li tribes when he heard about this disgusting thing.
Yes, disgusting!
She knew that Cui had run out of tricks and was resorting to her last resort—moral blackmail!
People naturally sympathize with the weak.
Xie Yuan is now the esteemed Princess Consort of Yue, while Cui is the wife of a demoted seventh-rank official.
In addition, Cui was Xie Yuan's "elder".
According to the clan's seniority, Cui was Xie Yuan's aunt.
In ancient times, when filial piety was highly valued, people attached great importance to the hierarchy of elders and juniors.
Even if they are not direct relatives, as long as they are of the same generation, they are elders.
As a junior, one should show respect.
"That's not necessarily true!"
With Helian Jue's reminder, Xie Yuan finally understood.
She was very clear about her identity and understood her advantages.
“According to the clan’s rules, I should indeed respect my elders.”
Xie Yuan slightly raised her chin and said arrogantly, "But according to the laws of the court, I am still a first-rank princess consort, a first-rank imperial consort bestowed by the emperor!"
"The country comes before the family; no matter how powerful a family is, it cannot be greater than the imperial court."
"I am not just representing myself now, but the Prince and the Imperial Court!"
“According to the law, it is perfectly reasonable and in accordance with the rules for Cui to kneel before me.”
Are you trying to morally blackmail me?
Hmph, I'll just compare status with you.
Anyway, within the Yuezhou territory, I am the most honorable woman!
According to the rules, all women should bow to me!
Helian Jue watched with a smile and nodded secretly: That's right, this is my queen.
Zheng Yurong: ...
Blinking her eyes, she suddenly realized that her master had become majestic and domineering.
However, isn't a princess like this even more admirable?
"Yu Rong, go out and tell her that I know and that she should 'kneel and pay her respects'."
Xie Yuan refused to even personally come forward.
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