"Prince, it's getting late. Let's hurry back to the palace so as not to worry our father and mother!" Seeing that Hai Yue was still staring at Xiahou An'er going upstairs, Princess Qian walked forward with hatred in her heart and reminded Hai Yue gently.
A cold ray of light shot towards Concubine Qian as she left without authorization. Seeing the door to the private room on the third floor closed, the smile on Hai Yue's face instantly vanished. He glared at Concubine Qian with anger, his eyes filled with a hint of disgust and impatience. He suddenly swung his hand back at his side, then turned around and ignored Concubine Qian beside him, walking straight out of the Fugui Hall...
"What? The prince took away my favorite thing and you want to walk away? Aren't you such a bastard?" Unexpectedly, Hai Chenxi spoke at this time, with a faint smile on his lips, but a cold air. Although the corners of his eyes were raised, there was no smile in his eyes. His whole body was shrouded in coldness, which made people afraid to look at him and feel cold when approaching him.
His bold words made Hai Yue stop in his tracks. With a frosty face, he turned sideways and glared at Hai Chenxi, who had insulted him, with hatred in his eyes. He shouted angrily, "Hai Chenxi, don't forget that you are only a county prince. You are disrespectful to this prince. Even if my father favors you, you can't escape the charge of treason! You are the prince of Hai County, but you can't set an example and speak with foul language. It seems that you are truly unworthy of the title of prince of Hai County!"
Hai Chenxi, however, picked up a jade bracelet at hand and examined it carefully for a long while. After Hai Yue had vented his anger, he averted his gaze from the jade bracelet and said with sarcasm, "Whether this county prince is worthy of the title of Hai County Prince is not for your Highness to decide! Father has always been thoughtful. If this county prince did not have this ability, father would not have reported my name to the court in the first place! However, listening to what you just said, I believe you already have other candidates in mind! But no matter whether it is the second, third or fourth sons, they are just three useless people. Does your Highness still expect your father to report these three names? Wouldn't that be a disgrace to the Hai Palace? Or does your Highness like the title of Hai County Prince and want to exchange the title with this county prince?"
These words immediately shut Hai Yue up. He was asked to exchange his status as the prince of the Sea for that of a county prince. Even though Hai Chenxi was named the county prince by the Sea King himself, it was not worth such a big sacrifice for Hai Yue.
"Fifth brother, do you have to do something unreasonable in such an occasion? No matter how angry you are, the Crown Prince and this Crown Princess are your elder brother and sister-in-law after all. How can you be so disrespectful to us? This Fuguitang is the most famous jewelry store in the capital, and the most prestigious nobles in the capital come and go. Do you want them to laugh at the Prince of the Sea's Mansion?" At this time, Crown Princess Qian turned around and walked slowly to Hai Yue's side. The two of them looked at Hai Chenxi together, and their words were all accusing Hai Chenxi of being disrespectful.
Upon hearing this, Hai Chenxi wasn't angry at all. His face still had that devilish smile on it, but a hint of coldness couldn't be concealed in his eyes. He glared at the two people in front of him with an alluring majesty, and deep in his pupils was a deep sarcasm. He only heard him ask softly, "Elder brother and sister-in-law? That's a new term! Even if you don't know what elder brother and sister-in-law are, have you done anything for this prince? Is it also the elder brother and sister-in-law's job to steal this prince's beloved things?"
Each question was filled with sharp sarcasm, causing Hai Yue and Princess Qian's expressions to change immediately. They knew that Hai Chenxi was not only ruthless but also extremely cunning with his tongue! However, as the Prince and Princess of the Sea, if they did not fight back when Hai Chenxi ridiculed them today, they would probably become the butt of everyone's ridicule in the capital.
"Since you and I have the same intention, what difference does it make whether you offer it or I offer it? Why bother about such a trivial matter, fifth brother? Don't the tens of thousands of troops outside the city need to train? Fifth brother has so much free time, but you are fussy about such a trivial matter!" Hai Yue frowned slightly, taking Hai Chenxi's arrogance in his eyes. He had long wanted to tear Hai Chenxi into pieces, but he had to consider his status as the prince of the sea in public, so he could only grit his teeth and spit out these words.
"Same intention? This is what I saw first. If the prince had not planted spies around me, how would you know what I am planning? Doesn't the prince find it boring to plagiarize and imitate like this? He even asked the princess to come and lobby for him, which is even more despicable! The princess is also from a famous family and comes from a scholarly family. Her father is the tutor of the current prince. His benevolence, righteousness and morality have always been praised by the world. How could she do such a thing? Wouldn't it bring shame to Tutor Qian?" Hai Chenxi's eyes were as cold as a clear spring, which made people feel a chill in their hearts. The words he said bound the virtues of the two people in front of him with benevolence and righteousness, making Hai Yue and Princess Qian look embarrassed.
Although there were no other guests in Fugui Hall at this time, passers-by also heard Hai Chenxi's words. If it were to be spread out, Hai Yue and Princess Qian would surely be scolded by the Sea King, and their impression in the Sea King's mind would probably be even worse.
Hai Yue frowned imperceptibly, then managed a forced smile and spoke slowly, "Fifth brother, you're being too polite! Master Qian is highly respected, and the people can see it. Why take your anger out on others over such a trivial matter? How about you buy another piece of precious jade, and I'll give it to you as an apology?"
The generous words and gentle smile made Hai Yue look extremely humble and polite. Even when facing the unreasonable Prince Hai, he still behaved like an elder brother and did not bother with his difficult and cunning half-brother.
After hearing Hai Yue's pretentious words, Hai Chenxi snorted inwardly and said sarcastically, "Thank you very much, Your Highness! Then please hand over the jade!"
Hai Chenxi was not polite at all. He asked for the jade stone right away. There was no intention of giving in in his eyes. However, there was a deep mockery hidden in the depths of his black pupils, as if he was waiting for Hai Yue to slap himself in the face.
"This..." As expected, when Hai Yue heard Hai Chenxi's words, an embarrassment immediately appeared on his face. His original magnanimity was broken in an instant. He frowned slightly but did not relax.
"Hmph, since the prince is so reluctant to let go, why bother pretending to be magnanimous? Are you taking advantage of me because I don't have a mother? Do you think a bastard's son is easy to bully?" A cold snort revealed Hai Chenxi's contempt for Hai Yue.
"Your subordinate greets the Crown Prince and the Duke!" At this time, a guard walked in from outside the door and immediately saluted Hai Yue and Hai Chenxi when he saw them.
"What's the matter?" Seeing the person coming, Hai Yue seemed relieved on the surface, but he became more nervous in his heart. He stared at the guard in front of him with a hint of caution.
"Your Highness invites the Crown Prince and the Duke to return to the palace!" The guard stated Hai Quan's order calmly with an expressionless face, then stood up and waited by the door, waiting for the people inside to leave.
"Haha, Prince, it seems that the mess you left behind still needs your father to clean up for you!" Hai Chenxi glanced at Hai Yue coldly. Without waiting for Hai Yue to step out of Fugui Hall, he stepped out of the gate first, took the reins handed over by the guard, jumped onto the horse's back, and galloped towards Yangming Mountain.
However, the moment Hai Chenxi left, the smile on Hai Yue's face disappeared. He stared gloomily at Hai Chenxi's departing figure, then turned his head to look at the third floor. Then he stepped out of Fugui Hall, led Princess Qian into the carriage, and was escorted back to the Sea Palace by guards.
Shouts gradually rose from downstairs, and Yun Qianmeng knew that Hai Chenxi, Hai Yue, and the others had already left. However, Xiahou An'er was leaning against the window, her beautiful eyes still staring at the lobby below. A trace of worry and solemnity twisted across her peerless face, causing Yun Qianmeng to put down the small silver bracelet she was looking at and softly ask, "An'er, what are you looking at?"
Hearing Yun Qianmeng's question, Xiahou An'er immediately came back to her senses. She gave Yun Qianmeng a faint smile and slowly said, "This Fugui Hall really lives up to its reputation. Even from the third floor, the jewelry displayed in the lobby still emits a dazzling light. No wonder there are so many customers here!"
Seeing Xiahou An'er change the subject, Yun Qianmeng curled her lips into a smile, her eyes and brows filled with peace. She continued, "Fuguitang is truly dedicated to their business! Every piece of jewelry is top-grade, and the materials used are meticulously selected. Otherwise, why would people be vying for it? I'm sure Prince Hai and the Prince of the Sea have already left, otherwise why would there be such a bustling noise downstairs?"
Seeing Yun Qianmeng turn the topic to Hai Chenxi, Xiahou An'er fell silent for a moment.
Seeing this, Chu Feiyang picked up two bracelets of different shapes in his left and right hands and held them in front of Yun Qianmeng. He said in embarrassment: "Meng'er, look at these two small bracelets. Which one is more exquisite? How about buying a pair of each?"
Seeing Chu Feiyang being so generous, Yun Qianmeng immediately shook her head and chuckled. She took a simple yet elegant bracelet in her right hand and said, "The child was very small when he was born, how could he wear so many? Just buy this pair, why waste it!"
"My child is mine, so of course I have to give him the best!" Little did he know that Chu Feiyang would not give in at all on this matter. Once he made up his mind, he would do it, and he was about to wrap up the two bracelets.
But he was stopped by Yun Qianmeng. She held down his hand and whispered, "How can you spoil a child from a young age? Who can you blame if he doesn't become a useful person in the future? Listen to me, you must have that pair, or don't have any more children!"
As she spoke, Yun Qianmeng loosened her hand and turned her back, refusing to face Chu Feiyang.
However, Chu Feiyang looked at the two pairs of small bracelets in his hands with great difficulty. The more he looked at them, the more he liked them. The more he compared them, the more he couldn't bear to part with them. His lovely wife had her own destiny. If he was extravagant, let alone having several children, she might not even give birth to this one!
The joy in his eyes was slightly tinged with a hint of grievance. Chu Feiyang handed the couple chosen by Yun Qianmeng to Shopkeeper Meng, then waved his hand to let the waiters in the private room leave. He leaned close to Yun Qianmeng and whispered in her ear, "I've chosen a couple! The one my lady likes!"
His tone was filled with infinite grievance and reluctance, and his eyes were filled with reluctance. Chu Feiyang felt depressed as he watched Shopkeeper Meng take out all the remaining jewelry. Alas, he should have bought them in advance and brought them back to the Prime Minister's Mansion!
"Okay, got it! You can go out now! I'll sit with An'er for a while!" Little did he know that Yun Qianmeng reached out and pushed Chu Feiyang, determined to drive him out.
"Ah?" Chu Feiyang was surprised to find himself in such a predicament. He immediately pulled his stool forward and leaned closer to Yun Qianmeng, muttering to himself, "I'm the child's father!"
The implication is that others can leave, but he cannot, because he needs to cultivate feelings with the baby in his belly.
"Go out quickly! Aren't there still a lot of government affairs to deal with these days? Now that the bracelet has been chosen, you should set an example for all the officials and can't be lazy!" Yun Qianmeng simply stood up and looked at Chu Feiyang's face with a smile as he was reluctant to leave.
Chu Feiyang was about to speak when a crisp knock on the door sounded outside. "Your Highness, I have something important to report!"
Chu Feiyang frowned slightly, and the smile on his face disappeared instantly. He sat up straight and said calmly, "Come in!"
"Your humble servant greets the Prince and Princess!" Xi Lin quietly opened the door of the side room, then quickly stepped in. After paying his respects, he walked to Chu Feiyang's side and whispered something in his ear.
Chu Feiyang's calm eyes suddenly shone with a cold light, and he calmly asked Xi Lin, "Is this true?"
"Yes! The emperor sent Eunuch Yu to the Prime Minister's Residence to ask the prince to enter the palace immediately. Eunuch Yu is waiting outside the door of Fugui Hall!" Xi Lin told everything diligently.
"What happened?" Seeing Chu Feiyang suddenly become serious, Yun Qianmeng turned her gaze to her husband, feeling a little worried.
"It's okay, I'll be back soon. Xi Lin, you stay and protect the princess and the wangfei!" Chu Feiyang smiled faintly after seeing the worry in Yun Qianmeng's eyes. He left Xi Lin to guard Yun Qianmeng and Xiahou An'er, and he turned around and left the room.
Seeing that Chu Feiyang didn't want her to worry, Yun Qianmeng turned her gaze to Xi Lin. The cold look in his eyes made Xi Lin's heart tighten. He could only bite the bullet and speak, "Just now, the secret guards reported that the emperor actually sent people to the mass grave to search for Concubine Rong's body!"
Hearing this, Yun Qianmeng's brows immediately furrowed!
The person was sentenced to death by Emperor Yugan, but now he wants to look for Rong Rong's body. Could it be that something happened in the court again that made Emperor Yugan change his mind?
"Can we find out why the emperor has changed like this?" If Emperor Yugan discovered that Concubine Rong had faked her death and left Western Chu, the entire Rong family would be implicated and the consequences would be disastrous.
Xi Lin could only shake his head. "This happened suddenly. The secret guards are investigating the truth!"
Yun Qianmeng took out the jade token and handed it to Xi Lin, "Hurry to the Yu family pawnshop and have Gao Ping send someone to investigate this matter!"
"Yes!" After taking the jade token, Xi Lin left a few guards to guard outside the room, and went to the Yu family pawnshop in person.
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