Chapter 43 Prince Heng is very passionate
The Emperor had long seen through the scheme, recognizing Consort Su as the mastermind, while the Empress, knowing that someone was following Jiang Fenghua, was also using Jiang Fenghua to fight against Consort Su.
The Emperor said coldly, "Drag this gossipy palace maid out and beat her to death. She will serve as a warning to anyone who dares to disrupt the inner palace."
Jiang Fenghua watched this scene coldly. This was the power of the emperor. No matter how big a mistake they made, in the end, they would pull out a palace maid to take the blame, and everything could be made a small thing.
If Xie Yu were to take liberties with her today, she would deserve it. It was the same in her previous life; she was framed, and in the end, Lianye took all the blame to save her, only to be beaten to death by them.
She knew very well that only by holding power in her own hands could she be the one to wield the power, instead of being forced to take the beating.
She has nothing to do with what happened today. She is the cleanest one. At most, she is the embodiment of the saying that when gods fight, mortals suffer.
She is just a victim, and Xie Shang will feel even more pity for her.
After the Emperor left, Consort Su also left with a look of grievance on her face. The palace maid who had been beaten to death was thrown into a mass grave. Consort Su secretly sent someone to give her family some silver, and that was the end of it.
Xie Yu was beaten half to death and then scolded by the emperor, which can be considered his punishment.
Empress Cheng stormed back to Kunning Palace without offering Jiang Fenghua a single explanation.
Upon entering the dormitory, Jiang Fenghua timidly nestled into Xie Shang's arms and whispered, "I'm so scared."
Xie Shang held her and gently comforted her, "I've been busy with Father Emperor all day, so I haven't been able to take care of you. I'm sorry, I shouldn't have left you alone in the palace."
Jiang Fenghua shook her head, her bright eyes clear as a lake, shimmering with a gentle yet firm light. "I finally understand today. Now that I have married the prince, I can no longer be so fragile. I must learn to protect myself and not let the prince worry. I do not want to be a fragile butterfly under the prince's wings. I do not want to become a burden to the prince. I must grow up."
Seeing her so cheerful, Xie Shang smiled, his deep eyes shining brightly, and said in an ambiguous voice, "Growing up comes at a great price."
"What price?" Jiang Fenghua's voice was soft and pleasant to the ear.
Xie Shang kissed her lips, as lightly as a dragonfly skimming the water, deliberately teasing her, "This king is young, impulsive, passionate, and full of energy."
He whispered in her ear, "Is this the price you can pay?"
Jiang Fenghua's cheeks burned with embarrassment, and he used her compliments to flirt.
She pulled Xie Shang's hand and broke free from his embrace. "Has Your Highness had dinner? I specially prepared some snacks for you today. Please try them and see if they suit your taste."
Xie Shang was a little hungry. "I haven't eaten yet."
"This is called Jade Dew. It contains ground flower petals. Isn't the color beautiful? Your Highness, try it and see if it melts in your mouth. Isn't the delicate floral fragrance unforgettable?" Jiang Fenghua scooped up a small piece with a spoon and held it to his lips. "Empress Dowager also thought it was delicious."
Xie Shang tasted a piece and found it indeed sweet, with a unique aroma and mellow flavor lingering on his lips and teeth.
He pulled her onto his lap, wanting to kiss her again, but Jiang Fenghua quickly stopped him, "Not here. I'm scared whenever I think about Prince Yu sneaking into this room. Luckily, I'm not alone here today."
"I will take you somewhere else." His voice was soft as the wind, carrying an ambiguous quality that was intoxicating.
"Where else?" Jiang Fenghua asked, her eyes wide with questions.
Xie Shang's lips curled into a slight smile. "I don't like it here either. Let's go to my old bedchamber."
He took her hand and slowly led her out of the dormitory. A gentle breeze blew by, creating ripples on the water. Xie Shang's fingers tightened, and Jiang Fenghua sensed that he was a little nervous.
At this moment, Granny Xi suddenly came forward to greet them. Seeing the two holding hands, she suddenly understood something. "This servant greets Your Highness and Your Highness."
"I will take the Princess to stay in the main courtyard. Please trouble Granny Xi to make the preparations!" Since Xie Shang had said this to her, Granny Xi naturally understood what he meant.
Granny Xi received the order and hurried off.
In her previous life, Jiang Fenghua dreamed of coming to the main courtyard, but alas...
In this life, Xie Shang personally brought her here. She knew she would spend a wonderful night with him here, and even if he became the crown prince in the future, she would make him remember every moment they had spent here.
The main courtyard was indeed much more luxurious, with its magnificent decorations and imposing pavilions, all displaying imperial power and wealth.
Just as Granny Xi had the maids bring in toiletries and water, Xie Shang said to her, "Neither the King nor the Queen have eaten yet, Granny, please prepare some food."
"This servant has been preparing for a long time, and is waiting for Your Highness and Your Highness." Granny Xi ordered the palace maids to set out the food from the food box. The whole table was filled with exquisite imperial dishes.
Looking at the table full of dishes, Jiang Fenghua suddenly understood something. These were all good things for strengthening the body. Xie Shang was at the prime of his life, so even if he didn't need supplements, he should be fine!
Granny Xi served each of them a bowl of soup. "Your Highness and Your Highness have worked hard. Please drink more soup. This was prepared by Her Majesty the Empress herself in the kitchen for Your Highness."
Xie Shang's cheeks burned. Was his mother's preparation of these things too obvious, or did she not trust him enough? He glanced at Jiang Fenghua secretly and saw that she had her head slightly lowered. He said, "Please thank Mother on my behalf, Granny."
Seeing how much the Empress cared for him, and remembering that after he ascended the throne, he had made Consort Su the Empress Dowager of the Western Palace because of Su Tingwan, Empress Cheng was so angry that she almost vomited blood.
Empress Cheng was genuinely good to her son Xie Shang, always thinking of and planning for him, but in the end, she became an unfilial son because of a woman.
She wondered to herself what kind of magic Su Tingwan possessed that made him act this way.
Jiang Fenghua also said gently, "Granny, please thank the Empress Dowager on my behalf." After drinking this soup, she probably wouldn't be able to sleep tonight.
Seeing that Jiang Fenghua wasn't drinking the soup, Granny Xi asked, "Why isn't Your Highness drinking it? This is Her Majesty's gift."
Jiang Fenghua took a symbolic sip, "I don't drink much soup at night, or I'll gain weight."
Seeing that Xie Shang had finished his soup, Granny Xi did not insist further. "This servant will not disturb Your Highness and Princess Consort's meal any longer."
Only after Granny Xi left did Xie Shang look at Jiang Fenghua and say, "Eat quickly, eat more. It's rare for Mother to cook." She probably doesn't know the purpose of this meal!
Jiang Fenghua nodded shyly and took a few symbolic bites, saying, "I'm full, Your Highness, please enjoy your meal."
Watching Jiang Fenghua get up and leave, he realized that Jiang Fenghua knew everything. It seemed that Granny Wang had taught her a lot when she went to the Jiang family.
Since that's the case, he's no longer nervous; what's meant to happen will happen eventually.
Consort Su has overstepped her bounds. It's fine for her to scheme for Wanwan, but she can't touch Jiang Fenghua. Jiang Fenghua is innocent, and he should give her the dignity that a Princess Consort of Heng deserves.
After Xie Shang finished his meal, he instructed Granny Xi to clean up before letting her leave.
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