Chapter 494: Too Princess-like

It was still daylight at this moment, and I could see that the old woman in front of me had gray hair and was wearing heavy makeup. This was the formal attire that a lady of noble rank would wear on formal occasions. When she was dressed like this, she couldn't be driven away at will.

Yuan Shenjue signaled the convoy to stop and shouted, "Who is blocking the road?"

The old lady in front replied loudly: "Qin, the widow of Duke Xian, pays respect to Her Royal Highness Princess Zhenguo." She bowed her head.

Yuan Shenjue asked, "What's the matter?"

Madam Zheng said, "I would like to see Her Royal Highness Princess Zhenguo!"

Yuan Shenjue said: "Things are different now. Your Highness dare not stay in the streets at will. If you have something to ask, you can submit a letter to the palace to ask for an audience."

It was already difficult to refuse what he said, but since Madam Zheng had come, she would definitely not leave easily. She said loudly: "I dare to ask your Highness to see me!!"

He actually ignored Yuan Shenjue's words.

Xinbao was almost asleep at this moment, but was frightened awake.

Hua Shuang was inside and quickly explained a few words to Xin Bao.

Duke Xian Zheng Yuan was a subordinate of the old King Wu'an. He died in battle at the border. Duke Xian's son also died in battle at the border ten years ago, leaving only Zheng Xuan. It is estimated that he came here because of Zheng Xuan's matter.

Emperor Mingpei sent Zheng Xuan directly back to his palace. This old lady must be anxious?

Xinbao is a military enthusiast and originally thought they were weird, but after hearing what they said, he suddenly felt that this old lady was just like Lady She, particularly tragic and heroic.

She put on her cloak and went out, saying, "Old lady, please get up."

Tuanzi is a small creature wearing a red cloak. He has a tender voice and is very cute. The surroundings become quiet instantly.

Madam Zheng bowed solemnly: "Thank you, Your Highness."

While standing up with the help of the people around him, Xinbao asked, "Excuse me, old lady, what can I do for you?"

Madam Zheng said in a deep voice, "Your Highness, my grandson was young and ignorant, and he offended Your Highness. I dare not ask for Your Highness' forgiveness, but I only ask Your Highness to spare his life for the sake of...for the sake of my late husband's loyalty. I am grateful."

She knelt down and kowtowed again: "I am very grateful."

Xinbao wanted to jump off the car, but Yuan Shenjue tried to stop her. But when he saw that she insisted, he just carried her down, with Hua Shuang and Hua Han following closely behind.

Xinbao walked over, stretched out his little hand, and supported the old lady: "Old lady, please stand up and talk."

Madam Zheng stood up with tears streaming down her face. Xinbao looked up and said very seriously, "Every soldier who defends his country is a hero, and the widow of a hero is also worthy of respect and love. Xinbao respects Grandfather and Uncle as much as he respects Duke Xian and other soldiers. Especially Duke Xian and his son, both of whom sacrificed their lives for the country and were loyal to him."

She patted her chest vigorously and said, "Xinbao promises that no one will forget their contributions, and no one will be forgotten."

Because she was about to fall asleep, she was a little timid when she suddenly came out, and her teeth were chattering when she spoke, but she spoke very seriously and sincerely.

There was total silence all around, except for Madam Zheng's increasingly suppressed sobs.

She didn't expect that after such a long time since Duke Xian's death, it was the little kid in front of her who said such words.

Xinbao then took out a handkerchief, held it high and handed it to her, saying, "As for Zheng Xuan, Xinbao doesn't quite understand what you are talking about. No one wants to do anything to him? Even less will they want to kill him, they just won't let him be your study partner anymore, old lady... did you misunderstand something?"

Madam Zheng was stunned.

She thought of something, and her face changed drastically: "I don't know, I don't know why Xuan'er was sent out?"

Xinbao thought for a moment, motioned her to bend down, and then whispered in her ear, "Last night, Yeye and Daddy were sitting in the room, listening to us chatting. Wei Gui was telling stories, but Zheng Xuan kept interrupting him. He interrupted everyone who spoke, and he did that more than a dozen times. Later, he kept making fun of Wei Gui's daddy, and then he made fun of Sheng Chaohua's daddy, and then he made fun of my daddy. Yeye couldn't stand it anymore, so he drove him away!"

She emphasized seriously: "But Yeye didn't impose any punishment, he just let him go. If you don't believe it, you can go ask Sheng Chaohua and the others during the holiday."

Madam Zheng’s face was ashen and she was staggering, barely able to stand.

Xinbao took a step forward and reached out to help, but the woman behind had already come over to support the old lady.

Yuan Shenjue immediately stepped forward, picked up Xinbao, and said in a deep voice: "Take care, old lady. Shen Shi, bring a team of people to send the old lady home."

A man stepped out and responded, and Yuan Shenjue immediately jumped back into the carriage holding his treasure. The carriage moved forward again. Old Madam Zheng was stunned for a long time, then she knelt heavily on the ground, kowtowed to the ground, and knelt to see them off.

Xinbao's carriage moved slowly, and Emperor Mingpei had already heard the report before she arrived at the palace.

He was shocked and angry at first, but then he gradually started to laugh.

Xinbao is just a little kid, but those few words really… were very much like those of a princess guarding a country!!! No, it should be said that her entire performance was very much like that of a princess guarding a country. Not only did she stand firm in the great principles and righteousness, but she was also dignified, loving, and kind. When she spoke at the end, she even whispered closer to him, which was very considerate.

There is no wrong version in the 1619 book forum!

Since his granddaughter did such a good job, Emperor Mingpei gave her a push and sent an imperial physician to examine the old lady to show that he did not forget the meritorious official.

In fact, this matter was just a lie told by Zheng Xuan after he returned.

He was the only male in the family and had high hopes on him. Perhaps he was afraid of being punished, so he did not dare to tell the truth when he returned.

He said that when they were chatting, they mentioned their respective fathers, and Xinbao interrupted and said that his father was good. He then said that although his father could not compare with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, he also respected him in his heart... Then Xinbao got angry and complained to Emperor Mingpei, who then drove him back.

In fact, not only children, even adults can't help but avoid the important issues when speaking. However, the key to the matter still lies in this point.

Zheng Xuan doesn't really understand what imperial power is.

He didn't know that at a time like this, he should tell the truth and be as detailed as possible so that it would be easier for adults to judge and make amends. He thought he was just telling a lie, but he didn't know that this could be a disaster for the family.

Because he was sent back at night, Mrs. Zheng was already very worried, but she trusted her grandson very much, so when she heard it, she believed it without a doubt and was extremely frightened.

Their family is now left with only a name. If Emperor Mingpei really disregards the title of meritorious official and punishes them with charges such as contempt for imperial power and disdain for the crown prince, they will not be able to resist and may even lose their lives.

The old lady became more and more frightened the more she thought about it, so she did this.

In fact, if this is really the case, then what the old lady did is an effective way to save herself. If handled properly, she could even get the censor to endorse them.

But Zheng Xuan was lying.

And Xinbao’s performance is just too good.

Besides, several of my study partners were there, and what happened that night was no secret.

Therefore, Zheng Xuan really brought his family to the pillar of shame with his own efforts, but he also accidentally made Xinbao famous.

Everyone says that the Princess Zhenguo is the Princess Zhenguo. She is so dignified at such a young age.

(End of this chapter)