Chapter 420 Offense
Only a few hours have passed since the note from this morning, and now they've brought us a letter written in blood. The fact that the person behind this is pursuing us so urgently is clearly a warning against their disregard for their demands this morning.
Based on Wen Zhiming's analysis, it was suspected that Lan Yuguo was stirring things up behind the scenes. Meng Lingge knew that even if she did as written on the note and persuaded Wen Zhiming to resume the talent show, the other party would not be able to provide the antidote.
But the words "must kill Chunhong" made her uneasy. Although Chunhong already had enough people guarding her, Meng Lingge still asked Jiang Lin to arrange a few more skilled bodyguards.
When Meng Lingge returned to Fengyi Palace, she was covered in sweat.
Today's holiday was truly thrilling.
Thinking about the dinner party that evening, Meng Lingge hurriedly went to the bathroom to wash up.
She hadn't seen Su Leyan for some time. Coincidentally, Su Leyan grew up in Lanyu Kingdom and was proficient in all kinds of strange diseases and poisons. She might know something about the poisons of that Mo Meiren and could help Green Water make an antidote.
Meng Lingge's mind was filled with thoughts of how to quickly obtain the antidote to save Chunhong. After washing up, she went to see Chunhong again before hurriedly taking Wen Woyu to the banquet.
The banquet was, as usual, held at the Moonflower Palace.
After three years of renovation, the palace has become even more serene and elegant.
The old small pavilion was demolished and rebuilt, and it has been transformed into a large pavilion that can accommodate more than ten people for dining at the same time.
This place is always the first choice for royal family banquets.
Meng Lingge arrived at a reasonable time.
From afar, one could see that Prince Zhong and his family were already waiting at the entrance of the pavilion.
Prince Zhong's two-year-old son, Wen Shaochen, was clearly getting impatient and was running around Prince Zhong and his wife.
He was strong and mischievous, and the Prince and his wife, who were always well-mannered and respectful, found it difficult to control this still somewhat immature child.
Upon seeing Meng Lingge and Wen Woyu approaching, Prince Zhong and his wife were about to call their son to pay his respects when the boy ran directly to Wen Woyu and called out in a soft, sweet voice, "Royal Sister."
Wen Woyu's eyes lit up, and she calmly nodded, giving a proud "hmm."
The two children are only one year apart in age. Wen Woyu is slightly taller than Wen Shaochen, but thinner. They look about the same size. Every time Wen Shaochen enters the palace, he will take the initiative to play with Wen Woyu.
Wen Shaochen was a little tyrant in the Prince Zhong's mansion, and he bullied other children. Only in front of Wen Woyu would he become a little follower and be very obedient.
Although he was young, he knew that Wen Woyu was of a higher status than him and should not be offended. Moreover, Wen Woyu had too many rare little items that even he, who had seen many good things, was amazed and envious of.
Wen Woyu is generous; whenever she's happy, she'll give him one or two gifts.
Therefore, he both admired and was extremely close to this little princess.
Prince Zhong and his wife immediately came forward, bowed to Meng Lingge, and then Su Leyan spoke softly to Wen Shaochen.
"Shaochen, you must first pay your respects to the Empress. Moreover, in public, you should address your elder sister as Princess. Your mother taught you this, how could you forget?"
Upon hearing this, Wen Shaochen bowed respectfully to Meng Lingge, then turned to Su Leyan with a serious expression and pointed at Wen Woyu.
“It’s my elder sister, it’s my elder sister.”
He is only a little over two years old. He doesn't speak as fluently as Wen Woyu and can't say long sentences at once, but he has no problem with addressing people and bowing.
Su Leyan was about to patiently explain again, and asked Wen Shaochen to greet the princess.
Unexpectedly, Wen Woyu said, "Shaochen is still young, and I am indeed his elder sister, so let him be."
Upon hearing this, everyone couldn't help but laugh.
The little princess already has the air of an older sister.
Meng Lingge said, "There's no need for so much formality among family members. The Emperor and Empress Dowager should be arriving soon. Let's wait in the pavilion; it'll be cooler there."
A group of people walked straight to the pavilion. The two children lagged behind a few steps. Wen Shaochen tugged at Wen Woyu's clothes and chattered away quickly and urgently. The adults couldn't understand what he was saying, so Wen Woyu explained to everyone.
Two lively and adorable children accompanied us, and the journey was filled with laughter and joy.
However, when Consort Chen saw her beloved grandson become the princess's follower, her expression was rather complicated.
Upon reaching the pavilion, a gentle breeze indeed brought a refreshing feeling.
Meng Lingge had something on her mind, so after everyone was seated, she told Su Leyan about Chunhong's experience.
Su Leyan immediately understood Meng Lingge's meaning and shook her head, saying, "I have indeed heard of this Mo Meiren. I've heard that there is only one antidote for this poison, which is kept in the royal family of Lanyu Kingdom. Green Water's chances of developing an antidote for this poison are slim."
Normally, she could also lend a hand.
But now...
Su Leyan's hand inadvertently touched her abdomen. Now that she was pregnant again, she should avoid contact with substances that could be used to make or detoxify.
Upon hearing this, Meng Lingge's heart sank even further.
As she looked down, she saw Su Leyan's movements and said gently, "You're pregnant again? Why didn't you tell me this good news sooner?"
Su Leyan smiled and said, "We only confirmed it a few days ago. I figured we would definitely meet today, so I didn't want to bother Your Majesty in advance."
The two are not only sisters-in-law but also sisters, and Meng Lingge is genuinely happy for Su Leyan.
She immediately said, "There is a batch of fine bird's nest and fish maw in the palace. I will send someone to fetch them later. You can take them back and replenish your body."
Several years into their marriage, Su Leyan grew thinner and thinner each year. If Meng Lingge hadn't sent someone to investigate at the Prince Zhong's residence, she would have thought that Wen Kehao had mistreated Su Leyan.
After Meng Lingge finished speaking, Su Leyan and Wen Kehao were about to express their gratitude when Consort Chen interrupted, saying, "Your Majesty, you should keep it for yourself to nourish yourself. My daughter-in-law doesn't need any nourishment and can still give birth. You need it more than she does."
These words shocked everyone present.
Even the two young children sensed that something was wrong, stopped playing, and dared not make a sound.
Su Leyan and Wen Kehao looked at Consort Chen in shock, unable to believe that their mother could utter such offensive words.
Meng Lingge's brow twitched, and she was about to speak when she heard a majestic and angry voice coming from not far away.
"How can anyone refuse a gift from the Empress? Consort Chen has defied her superiors, disregarded the Emperor's grace, and even offended the Empress with her words. Granny Qian, what do you think should be done?"
Supported by Granny Qian and others, the Empress Dowager walked to the pavilion and looked at Consort Chen with indignation.
It was already half dark. The palace's glass lanterns hung all around the pavilion, but only a few lanterns were scattered along the long corridor from the shore to the pavilion.
This meant that Meng Lingge and the others, who were sitting sideways or with their backs to the corridor, did not notice the Empress Dowager's arrival for a moment. Consort Chen's seat was directly facing the corridor, and she was the only one who saw the Empress Dowager immediately.
Her offensive remark was meant for the Empress Dowager.
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