Those watching must be laughing their heads off, or maybe they want to say something!
What is the situation with the Pei family?
Even if they secretly sell people to brothels, they won't say it outright.
Now they dare to betray the female officials of the Eastern Palace in front of everyone!
Some people wondered: "Is the Pei family plotting a rebellion?"
Some even said directly, "It seems that Lady Pei is really not from the Pei family."
Mrs. Qian screamed, "I don't have a daughter like her!"
The onlookers mocked, "Of course you can't have children. Everyone has long noticed that Consort Pei doesn't resemble you. In fact, it's not just that she doesn't look like you, her character is even more different. It shows that she is as steadfast as a pine tree; no matter how rotten your Pei family is, it won't affect her."
Madam Qian went even crazier: "Without the Pei family, would she even exist?"
Ms. Qian's words were not wrong; her own daughter could say the same thing.
But the onlookers weren't stupid: "Who doesn't know what a destitute family the Pei family is? If it weren't for the Pei family, Lady Pei would definitely be even better off!"
Everyone is guessing that perhaps the Crown Princess's background isn't very good.
But one's background can change, and the Pei family isn't exactly a good stepping stone.
While teasing Madam Qian, he said, "It's clearly the Pei family who should benefit from Madam Pei's fame, but you insist on making it seem like Madam Pei owes you something."
"Even a servant, let alone Lady Pei, should not be beaten or scolded."
"Among so many young ladies in the Pei family, is there any who can compare to Lady Pei?"
"The entire Pei family is counting on Lady Pei, yet they are so ungrateful."
Mrs. Qian was furious. Thinking of her daughter lying on the bed, she roared wildly, "Who said my daughter is inferior to that bitch?"
People who enjoy watching a spectacle never mind making things worse.
It's pretty much confirmed.
He continued teasingly, "You're not talking about Pei Huanfeng, are you? How can she compare to Lady Pei?"
"Does the Pei family really expect Pei Huanfeng to rise in status and become a phoenix?"
"Which branch does Pei Huanfeng plan to fly to?"
The Pei family has many secrets. If they weren't so certain they could rise to the top, would they be so confident?
But who else, besides the current emperor and the crown prince, can become a branch?
The Pei family and the Dong family have a very close relationship, so is it referring to the eldest son of Empress Dong, Prince Qi?
So what do Lady Pei and the Crown Prince mean? Is the Pei family intentionally trying to humiliate Lady Pei and curry favor with Empress Dong?
"The Pei family is a very complicated place."
"Intentionally making Consort Pei a stepping stone, stepping on her in different ways every day?"
"In that case, there's no need to show respect to the Crown Prince."
"The Pei family is too ruthless. They deliberately picked up a daughter to use as a stepping stone for their own daughter."
The power of the Eight Trigrams is boundless.
Everyone has basically figured out the Pei family.
Then it got funny.
Is it possible for Pei Huanfeng to rise in status and become a phoenix? Would Empress Dong even fancy her? Has she lost her mind?
The Pei family has some secrets, but they're not very bright. They bullied the Crown Princess to such an extent that Pei Su is now dead.
Some people wondered, "Didn't the imperial court bestow any rewards?"
Some people laughed: "They were stripped of their titles and reduced to commoners yesterday, what will they be rewarded with today?"
The Pei family is in a mess, yet everyone here is gossiping without feeling embarrassed.
Anyway, they're all a bunch of pretty shady characters. Even the serious people are hiding to the side, wanting to gossip.
The attitude towards the Pei family is still difficult to determine. The Crown Princess is a special case. Although everyone is guessing, ultimately it is up to the Emperor to decide.
Li was both angry and afraid, and hated Qian to death!
Madam Qian is now somewhat sober, because the Pei family has gained nothing.
Not only would they suffer losses, but they would also be in danger for Pei Huanfeng.
If Pei Huanfeng's reputation is truly ruined, her hatred for Pei Huanyue will be useless; Madam Qian used to be able to tolerate it.
Xia was so excited that she forgot about the funeral arrangements.
Pei Su is dead, so we have to get some benefits for the Pei family.
If Pei Su were to be posthumously honored and granted a posthumous title, his funeral arrangements would be different; it would be even better if he were to be granted an official position as well.
Although Pei Bo was useless, Pei Huanzhao was the eldest grandson of the legitimate wife, and the Xia family also had a legitimate son, which was an ancestral blessing.
Because the Pei family had the Crown Princess, it was quite nice that the grandfather bestowed upon the Eastern Palace officials such as the Third Master and the Third Young Master.
If someone from the Pei family is willing to compete for it.
Logically, the Crown Princess and the Crown Prince should also strive for this dignity.
But given the current situation, the Crown Princess can forget about it.
However, there are others in the court, so the Pei family still has some hope.
Lady Li waited expectantly. Logically, she, as the elderly mother, should be given some comfort. She was bestowed the title of First-Rank Lady of the State.
In that case, Pei Su's death is more effective than Cao Shi's. As for Cao Shi, we'll settle accounts with her later.
Those watching were not so sure.
After all, the tree that the Crown Princess sent back probably represented the palace's attitude.
The Crown Princess gave them a final act of courtesy, but the Pei family didn't intend to accept it. It's a classic case of being given face but ungrateful.
The Crown Princess probably realized that she wasn't from the Pei family, so she simply didn't come.
**
Wutong Courtyard, where Pei Huanfeng lives.
Like a phoenix perched on a parasol tree, she is that phoenix.
The Wutong Courtyard was very large, with two courtyards. Qian Shi doted on Pei Huanfeng, and the courtyard was so magnificent that it rivaled the palace.
Several tall sycamore trees in the front and back yards are in bloom now, and they are very beautiful.
There are some bird nests in the trees, and birds are chirping sweetly on them, oblivious to human sorrows.
Inside the main room, Pei Huanfeng lay sprawled on the canopy bed, her anger blazing.
The mahogany canopy bed specially made for the daughter by the Qian family was extremely luxurious and could only be slept on by a woman of exceptional talent.
Pei Huanfeng can't sleep!
She was beaten fifty times, and her face was so swollen that even her own mother wouldn't recognize her. Whether her mother would even recognize her is another matter.
The maidservant stood cautiously to the side.
Pei Huanfeng's face was in pain, and her words were unclear: "That bitch is back?"
The maid said, "The lady didn't come, but Cuizhu and Mao'er did."
Pei Huanfeng shouted, "Call those two lowly maids over here!"
The maidservant carefully explained, "The situation at Qinglong Hall is not good."
Pei Huanfeng frowned; it hurt.
The maid looked at her and felt pain in her face. She was truly pitiful; yet she still had energy.
The maid, not daring to offend Pei Huanfeng, cautiously said, "It's all over the place; the lady isn't a member of the Pei family, and Madam has admitted it."
"What did you say?" Pei Huanfeng roared in anger, "Ouch!"
The maidservant thought, "She's half-dead but still has such a bad temper. Isn't she just pretending all the time? Keep pretending."
Pei Huanfeng exclaimed urgently, "Get my mother here! You're brainless!"
The maidservant advised (gloatingly): "The madam loves you."
Pei Huanfeng wasn't comforted and shouted, "Just say I fainted. Tell my mother to come quickly!"
Alright, maid, go and deliver the message.
There are many people in the Pei residence whose origins are unknown. Although the Pei family had noticed this before, things are now in complete chaos again, and no one is taking care of them.
Pei Huanfeng hates her mother!
If we hadn't raised Pei Huanyue back then, how much trouble would have been avoided? What about the Sheng An Twins? Isn't she good enough for us?
Pei Huanyue not only outshone Di Baose, but also outshone all the women of the Pei family.
This is practically inviting a wolf into the house!
Although her mother tormented Pei Huanyue, she never killed him. Now she couldn't bear it anymore, making things even worse.
Soon, Mrs. Qian came over, shouting.
She didn't notice that a large group was following behind her.
Those who came to watch the spectacle were now able to see the Pei family's phoenix. They could see just a few sycamore trees, their blossoms wafting a sweet fragrance.
Someone asked, "Where did Lady Pei used to live?"
A maid pointed to a small courtyard behind the Wutong Courtyard. It looked rather tidy.
It can't be compared. Compared to Wutong Courtyard, it's like something picked up off the street.
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