After Hongyu finished speaking, she gazed at the Emperor.
The Emperor's face instantly darkened. Just now, after interrogating Zhiya, he had directly asked Prime Minister Kong if he intended to marry Hongyu as his second wife.
Kong Xiang not only admitted it, but also stated that he would not marry anyone but Hongyu for the rest of his life.
Although the emperor was furious, he did not turn against Kong because he remembered Kong's kindness in raising him.
Faced with Hongyu's question, he, still jealous, replied in a deep voice, "Zhiya just wanted to find a scapegoat. Fortunately, she was caught by Yanwang before she could frame Kong Xiang. Kong Xiang is a lucky man and has been blessed by heaven."
"Yes, my father was honest and kind-hearted throughout his life. A couple of days ago, Hongyu stayed at the mansion, and my father personally brewed medicine for her and even brought it to her bedroom..."
"Shut up!"
Kong Que'er quickly scolded Kong Feng'er and glanced at her sideways. The two exchanged a knowing smile, their unspoken scheme perfectly understood.
The Emperor had fallen for the trap, and his expression grew increasingly grim. He looked at Kong Que'er and said, "After careful consideration, I grant permission for Kong Feng'er and Kong Yan'er to enter the palace to serve me."
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Hongyu stormed back to Chengyuan, inwardly cursing Kong Feng'er for her foul mouth.
Kong Feng'er hasn't even won the emperor's favor yet, and she already dares to boss her around. If she becomes the emperor's favorite concubine, wouldn't he kill her?
Besides, only Prime Minister Kong, Kong Que'er, and she knew about supporting Song Hua's ascension to the throne. If she were to be ostracized by the Kong family, they might kill her to cover up the matter.
No, she must go to the palace to meet the emperor and stop him from favoring the Kong sisters.
She quickly bathed and changed her clothes, carefully adorned herself, and stepped out of the room. Several maids and servants were standing at the door. Looking up, she saw a man with gray hair sitting in the courtyard.
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