Chapter 49
Despite the chill of early spring, the palace was a riot of color, with flowers blooming in vibrant colors.
Because of the approaching Empress Dowager's birthday celebration, even though this spring was colder than usual, the palace servants used all sorts of methods to make the flowers bloom, so as not to spoil the Empress Dowager's birthday celebration. If they were blamed, no one could bear the consequences.
Early in the morning, high-ranking officials and nobles from the capital began to enter the palace to offer their birthday wishes to the Empress Dowager.
Noble ladies and noblewomen gathered at Cining Palace to pay homage to the Empress Dowager, and then proceeded to Baohe Hall to attend the birthday banquet.
Why is Princess Qinghe running so fast?
At the entrance of Cining Palace, a group of noblewomen saw a woman in a bright red palace dress rushing out and couldn't help but whisper among themselves.
"What else can we do but go after the heir of the Marquis of Xuanwu?"
"Princess Qinghe is truly devoted; even though the heir of the Marquis of Xuanwu is already married, she still won't give up."
"Pfft, you mean the Wen family? Who doesn't know that the Marquis of Xuanwu's heir doesn't like her?"
"Exactly. If her cousin hadn't entered the palace and become His Majesty's Consort Xian, would she, an orphan who had brought misfortune to her parents, have had the chance to marry the heir of the Marquis of Xuanwu?"
"The Wen family is also unethical. They sent Wen Xian, whom the Marquis of Xuanwu's son liked, into the palace, and they still wouldn't let go of their marriage agreement with the Shangguan family, so they forced Wen Xin to go instead."
"Otherwise what? Although Chief Minister Wen is still the Chief Minister now, when the late Emperor was alive, he was part of the faction that deposed the Crown Prince. It is said that when His Majesty was sent to the harsh border region, he was also involved. Who knows when His Majesty will deal with him?"
"In comparison, the Marquis of Xuanwu was immediately enthroned when His Majesty entered the capital, and now he is highly valued by His Majesty. How could the Wen family not cling to him?"
"I heard that the Lady of Xuanwu Marquis particularly dislikes her daughter-in-law, Lady Wen, and instead flatters Princess Qinghe in every way."
"I wouldn't like this jinx either!"
"Do you remember? When the late Emperor was alive, Lady Wen was almost betrothed to His Majesty, but His Majesty refused at the time..."
"Heh, how can a woman like this still have the face to live? If she knows what's good for her, she should quickly ask to leave, so as not to drag down a young talent like the heir of the Marquis of Xuanwu."
"That's right. The heir of the Marquis of Xuanwu is so outstanding. He and Princess Qinghe are a perfect match, a match made in heaven."
These ladies seemed to be casually gossiping, but the malice in their words was almost overflowing.
Those who don't know the situation might think that Lady Wen, the wife of the Marquis of Xuanwu's heir, had dug up their ancestral graves, which is why they are being mocked and targeted like this.
"I am truly flattered by the kindness of all the ladies."
The soft, harmless voice of a young girl abruptly broke through the group of noblewomen, causing their faces to stiffen.
As everyone turned their heads, they met the gaze of their gossipy subject.
The young girl, dressed in a lotus-colored palace gown, stood gracefully under the magnolia tree. Her skin was as white as snow, and she was pure and refined. Her eyes were full of affection and watery light, and she was naturally charming, like a fairy or a demon.
Her delicate and frail appearance did not diminish her charm in the slightest; on the contrary, it gave her the delicate beauty of a sickly woman, making people feel sorry for her.
Although those wealthy women didn't take Wen Xin seriously, it was still quite embarrassing for them to talk badly about her behind her back and get caught by her.
Unfortunately, the Wen family didn't know what was going on either.
What happened to the saying that cowardice is useless?
Shouldn't she be ashamed and hide away to silently wipe away her tears?
How dare they come out and confront them?
Doesn't she have any shame?
Wen Xin's curled eyelashes trembled slightly, and her whole body was as delicate as a willow in the wind, like a fragile porcelain doll.
In comparison, those noblewomen seemed even more despicable, bullying the weak!
Tears streamed down Wen Xin's face as she said weakly and pitifully, "The ladies are right. I am not worthy of the Crown Prince and should ask to be divorced. I will go back to see the Empress Dowager and report the ladies' words to her, and I will voluntarily give way to Princess Qinghe."
The group of ladies turned green instantly.
If this matter gets taken to the Empress Dowager, they will definitely be the ones who suffer.
Whatever Princess Qinghe's intentions, it was simply inappropriate for her to pursue a married man. If word got out, the Yuwen royal family would lose face.
If this gets back to His Majesty, and Princess Qinghe changes her mind, then they will become the sinners who slander and spread rumors about the royal family!
With His Majesty's cruel nature, not only them, but their families will also suffer.
Seeing Wen Xin, her face streaked with tears, about to turn and walk towards Cining Palace with her maid's help, the noblewomen became anxious.
"Please wait, Your Highness's wife."
Wen Xin looked at them with tears in her eyes, as if to say: I am self-aware enough to ask to step down and make way for Princess Qinghe, what more do you want? Do you want me dead?
The ladies were horrified: "..."
We didn't, don't add your own drama!
Damn, why didn't anyone say that this Wen family member is so difficult to deal with?
"Your Highness, it's a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding. We absolutely did not mean that."
A noblewoman stepped forward, grabbed Wen Xin's hand, and wouldn't let her leave, saying with an incredibly sincere smile, "Who doesn't know that it was the young master who went to ask for your hand in marriage, sister?"
"Yes, yes, you and the Crown Prince are deeply in love, who can interfere?"
The ladies showered Wen Xin with sweet words, as if they were free, fearing that she might disregard everything and cause trouble at the Empress Dowager's place.
I heard that this Wen family member was practically invisible when she was in the Wen family. The Wen family didn't care about her at all. No wonder she was so ill-mannered and always threatened to kill herself.
The ladies cursed Wen Xin in their hearts, but they had to put on a friendly and amiable appearance on their faces.
Wen Xin seemed oblivious to their malice, her clear, innocent eyes filled with affection as she asked shyly, "Is what you ladies are saying true?"
The ladies nodded quickly, "Of course, of course."
Wen Xin smiled shyly, looking utterly harmless. "Of course I trust the ladies. I will definitely live a good life with the young master. I hope I won't really have to go to the Empress Dowager to ask for my divorce in the future."
The ladies: "..."
Isn't this a threat?
This is absolutely a threat!
Wen Xin's meaning was clear: if she heard any more rumors outside, she would run to the Empress Dowager to complain and drag them all down with her.
She doesn't care what happens to her, but she doesn't know what will happen to these wealthy women!
Come on, let's hurt each other!
madman!
The ladies looked at Wen Xin as if she were some kind of monster.
Wen Xin smiled softly and gently.
There was nothing she could do. Her family was cold and heartless, and her husband's family treated her harshly, so she had no choice but to give up.
Those who have nothing to lose are not afraid of those who wear shoes!
The ladies were so frightened that they quickly left, no longer daring to watch her make a fool of herself, let alone say a bad word about her.
Who knows what terrifying things this seemingly gentle and innocent woman, who is actually insane inside, might do?
"Miss, they've really gone too far."
Xiao Lian supported Wen Xin, her eyes red-rimmed, feeling indignant for her poor young lady, completely unaware of just how terrifying the young lady's destructive power was that could drive a group of noble ladies away.
In her heart, the young lady had always been the most vulnerable and pitiful!
Xiao Lian was a maid who had served Wen Xin since childhood. The two had always depended on each other while living in the Wen family. Although they were nominally mistress and servant, their relationship was closer than that of family.
When Wen Xin married into the Xuanwu Marquis's mansion, Xiao Lian also accompanied her as part of her dowry to take care of her mistress.
"The young master is really something. Despite all the nasty rumors circulating outside, he never says a word for you."
He also has an ambiguous relationship with Princess Qinghe!
How is the young lady supposed to put herself in this situation?
Wen Xin tugged at her red lips and said in an ambiguous tone, "A wife for show, as long as she's alive, that's enough."
"Miss!"
Xiao Lian looked at her master, who seemed so fragile that a gust of wind could blow him away, with immense heartache.
However, "Miss, you've offended so many powerful ladies today. Won't they retaliate against you behind your back?"
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