"In response to Your Majesty, at that time, Prince Jing was worried about me and did not have time to react. He acted hastily and in a hurry. If Your Majesty wants to blame someone, then blame me for being careless."
Upon hearing this, Liu Lingxi knelt down again, taking full responsibility for each word she uttered.
When she spoke, her words were clear and logical, and her attitude was very calm, which surprised Sheng Changling, who was kneeling beside her.
Sheng Jin was naturally also very surprised; he couldn't understand the woman's thoughts at all.
Is Xi'er doing this to protect Prince Jing? Did they... know each other before?
Thinking of this, Sheng Jin was heartbroken. After holding back, she finally decided to ask directly.
Why did you—
"Father, Prince Jing had no intention of disturbing me and had no intention of harming me. Please, Father, let him leave."
Before Sheng Jin could finish speaking, Liu Lingxi interrupted him.
Her reasons for speaking up for Prince Jing, Sheng Changling, were simple, for two reasons.
Firstly, she is currently weak and vulnerable, with the Crown Prince not by her side, her maternal clan unreliable, and she is pregnant. This is the most vulnerable time for her, and it is not advisable for her to make enemies.
Secondly, even if she were to make the Emperor dislike Prince Jing now, she would not gain any real benefits, and might even damage her reputation.
If this were to be used by someone with ulterior motives and reach the ears of the Crown Prince, it might cause him, who is far away in Jiangnan, to become upset and something bad might happen.
Therefore, Liu Lingxi said those words entirely out of consideration for the overall situation.
Turn big problems into small ones, and small problems into nothing!
But she didn't know that she was now at the very center of a storm, and every word and action she made would be magnified infinitely.
Liu Lingxi's actions were a great encouragement to Prince Jing!
Xi'er... why did she say that? Could it be that she also has feelings for me?
Sheng Changling's heart, which had not yet calmed down, began to leap with excitement again, pounding incessantly.
His eyes sparkled as he looked at the woman, revealing him to be nothing less than a young man deeply in love.
Sheng Changling's eyes shone, and a captivating smile appeared on his lips as he murmured to himself.
"Xi'er..."
Hearing her name called, Liu Lingxi felt a chill run down her spine and turned to look at Prince Jing.
When she saw the affection in the man's eyes and his bright, sparkling gaze, she was stunned!
Why does Prince Jing look at her like that?
No, it must be a misunderstanding!
Liu Lingxi was dumbfounded, staring back blankly, but in Sheng Jin's eyes, this scene was a sign of mutual affection.
Seeing the scene before him where the man and woman were in love, Sheng Jin was furious!
He never expected that Xi'er would treat this young Prince Jing so differently!
Why, why doesn't he understand!
Sheng Jin was so angry that his face turned ashen. He was completely overwhelmed by jealousy, rage, and intense resentment that it gnawed at his heart.
What did you call her?
Finally, Sheng Jin directed all her anger at the man who was getting in her way, gritting her teeth and looking extremely ugly.
His majesty and imposing presence were completely unstoppable, his overwhelming aura pressing down on the pitiful Prince Jing.
As for Liu Lingxi, he not only did not blame her, but also personally helped her up, although the way he helped her up was somewhat similar to pulling her up.
Sheng Jin couldn't bring himself to say anything harsh to Liu Lingxi. Although he still exuded an air of authority, he was much better than before.
"You're not allowed to kneel! Where's the imperial physician? Get over here right now!"
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