Chapter 459: The two slaps in the face during the day still didn't teach the princess a lesson
Zheng Lin's gaze swept over Xiao Qingchen in Chu Ruohan's arms and Xuan Ge'er in Gu Junze's arms, then he looked at Yun Ge'er, his voice softened a little.
"Huainan, now that the table is ready, enjoy your meal."
Yun Ge'er then relaxed a little, but still stayed close to Chu Ruohan.
For the little guy, apart from his royal brother, Chu Ruohan and Gu Junze are his closest people.
The atmosphere at the banquet was quite harmonious, with singing and dancing, and clinking glasses.
At this moment, a sharp and untimely voice sounded.
"Father!"
Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw a young woman in gorgeous clothes standing beside General Wang Duan Qingye, glaring at Chu Ruohan's family.
The pair of beautiful almond-shaped eyes were wide open with anger. It was the princess Duan Shumin who was arrogant and domineering in the jewelry store during the day.
She had suffered such a great humiliation, and now she met her enemy again at this palace banquet, how could she bear it?
She pointed at Chu Ruohan, her voice distorted with excitement: "It's them! Father, they are the ones who bullied me during the day!"
Duan Qingye frowned and scolded in a low voice: "Shumin, don't be rude!"
Duan Shumin refused to give in and turned her gaze towards Yun Ge'er with deep malice.
"Your Highness, the King of Chu, as the prince of Zheng, you actually recognized a general from an enemy country as your father and obeyed his every word. This is truly a disgrace to our Zheng State!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the hall suddenly became quiet, and everyone's attention was focused on Gu Junze's family and Yun Ge'er.
Zheng Lin put down his wine glass, his face calm, and slowly spoke, "My Lady, you are wrong. Huainan was stranded and nearly died, but fortunately General Gu and Madam Gu took him in and cared for him, and he is now safe."
"This kindness is more important than Mount Tai. There's nothing wrong with him recognizing General Gu as his father. On the contrary, it's a sign of gratitude."
"But..." Duan Shumin stamped her feet and turned to Zheng Lin to complain, "Emperor brother, even so, they can't bully others! I just said a few words to them, and they beat me in public! This is simply a provocation to our Zheng State's reputation!"
Upon hearing this, Chu Ruohan sneered, a cold light flashing in her beautiful eyes: "It seems that those two slaps in the face during the day still haven't taught the princess a lesson."
Junze had finally gained temporary peace between the two countries, and he must not be provoked by the arrogant princess with a few words to start a war again.
She looked at Zheng Lin, her tone calm but clear: "Your Majesty, please understand. Today's incident was caused by the princess's aggressiveness. We have only imposed a light punishment to protect ourselves."
Although Gu Junze didn't say much, when his eyes swept over Duan Shumin, the coldness made her shrink her neck involuntarily.
Gu Junze looked at his wife's protective look just now. Although it was a bit aggressive, it made him feel inexplicably happy in his heart.
Seeing this, Yun Ge'er also mustered up the courage and said loudly: "Royal brother, she was the one who first snatched the hairpin from mother! Mother had already given it to her, but she still spoke rudely, saying that I brought shame to our ancestors. Father was angry, so he ordered someone to attack!"
"You're talking nonsense!" Duan Shumin pointed at Yun Ge'er angrily, "It's obviously you who are bullying me by relying on your numbers!"
"You were the one who cursed first!" Yun Ge'er retorted unyieldingly.
Zheng Lin listened quietly to the quarrel between the two, his fingers tapping the table unconsciously, but his eyes seemed to drift towards the general Wang Duan Qingye who had been silent all the time.
Seeing Duan Shumin's distortion of right and wrong, Chu Ruohan sneered, "The future queen of Zheng State has truly opened our eyes today. She's so unreasonable and willful. If she becomes the mother of the country, I wonder what the Zheng State harem will be like."
As soon as these words were spoken, Duan Shumin's face turned red.
Immediately, a civil official in purple robes stepped forward and said, "Madam Gu, you are wrong. The enthronement of a queen for the State of Zheng is a matter of great importance. How can it be treated as a joke? Your Majesty is wise and powerful. You will make the decision. There is absolutely no such thing as a pre-determined queen."
Duan Qingye's face was already gloomy enough to drip water. Seeing his daughter arguing endlessly with others, even involving the future position of queen, he finally could no longer remain silent.
He stood up, walked to the center of the hall, and bowed deeply to Zheng Lin. "Your Majesty, it is my fault for not raising my daughter properly. As a result, my daughter's words and actions have offended our distinguished guests. I beg Your Majesty to forgive me."
When Duan Shumin saw her father come forward, she wanted to speak to defend herself, but was glared at by Duan Qingye fiercely. She immediately became like a deflated ball, with her head hung, not daring to say another word.
Seeing this, Zheng Lin waved his hand and said calmly, "General, you are too serious. It's just a childish quarrel. Don't take it too seriously."
"Today we are welcoming General Gu and his entourage. Don't let these trivial matters ruin our mood." He was giving Duan Qingye a way out.
Duan Qingye bowed to express his gratitude, returned to his seat, glared at Duan Shumin fiercely, and signaled her to behave herself.
The following banquet finally returned to peace and no one dared to provoke anyone anymore.
After the banquet, everyone left.
What gave Gu Junze a headache was that Yun Ge'er's small figure followed Chu Ruohan closely, his little hands tightly clutching her sleeves, as if he had made up his mind to follow her back to the inn.
"Mom, I still want to sleep with you tonight." Yun Ge'er tilted his little face up, his eyes full of anticipation.
Gu Junze's face darkened and he gritted his teeth secretly.
This little guy not only takes up his wife's attention during the day, but also tries to steal his bed at night?
It's really hard for him to stay alone in an empty room! No matter what I say today, I won't let him succeed!
Duan Qingye stood outside the palace gate, watching the carriage of Gu Junze and his family go farther and farther away in the night, until the light completely disappeared at the corner of the street. He still stood there, his face gloomy.
Duan Shumin stood behind him with her head down, not daring to breathe.
She herself knew how bad her performance was at the palace banquet today.
"Father..." she called timidly.
Duan Qingye didn't turn around, his voice as cold as ice: "You are not the only daughter of the right age in the Duan family."
"If you continue to be so unbridled and arrogant, the position of Queen will be replaced by someone from the side branch."
Upon hearing this, Duan Shumin's body trembled violently and her face turned pale in an instant.
She knew her father was not joking.
She quickly knelt on the ground, her voice filled with tears: "Father, I know I was wrong! I won't dare to do it again! Please give me a chance!"
Duan Qingye still didn't look back, but just snorted coldly and jumped on the horse.
The reins were shaken, and the sound of horse hooves was particularly clear in the silent night, and then disappeared into the darkness in an instant.
Duan Shumin was left alone, trembling in fear. She could not bear to be abandoned by her father.
Duan Shumin took a deep breath and forced herself to calm down. Her mother would definitely help her...
Turn around, get on the carriage and go back!
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