Chapter 36: The old Duke came to Yun Qingqing to settle accounts?
When Xu Daru appeared just now, everyone present subconsciously thought that he was here to congratulate the Regent.
But the people from the Duke of Ming’s Mansion were clearly shouting to congratulate the Princess Regent!
What is going on with Yun Qingqing? This veteran of three dynasties, whom even the crown prince couldn't invite, actually came to congratulate her!
Especially before, there was an incident in which Duke Ming led the court officials to advise the Regent that the evil concubine was harming the country. Although Duke Ming left later, those ministers had already spread the news that Yun Qingqing had said in person that the old Duke's ancestral tomb had been blown up after they returned.
When people thought about this matter, many smart people started to speculate.
"Hiss, this old Duke was insulted by the Regent Princess before, but he came to congratulate her instead? That's impossible, right?"
"That's right. Scolding someone for blowing up their ancestral tomb is simply an irreconcilable feud. How could the Duke let it go?"
"If you put it that way, I understand. I've always been saying that Duke Ming is someone who doesn't give face to anyone. He didn't even have to be present at the Crown Prince and the Regent's wedding, so how could he possibly come to congratulate a mere woman?"
"No wonder the messenger specifically said he was here to congratulate the Princess Regent. He's clearly here to mess things up!"
Everyone's eyes were focused on the door, and they couldn't help but become more and more surprised. They saw that not only the old Duke had come, but also his three sons followed him. Each of them was holding a large box in his hand, which looked very heavy, and their expressions were very solemn.
Those people became even more certain of their guess that the Ming family came today to settle accounts with Yun Qingqing over the matter of the ancestral tomb!
Yun Bailian and Su Yurou's eyes also lit up. After suffering so many losses before, Yun Qingqing finally got her turn!
Only Xiao Zirui looked at Yun Qingqing, who looked calm, with a deep gaze, took a few steps towards Duke Ming, and stood in front of Yun Qingqing calmly.
"Duke Ming, I heard that Yun Qingqing made some careless remarks a few days ago and offended the Duke. I believe you came here today to seek justice."
"But today is the day of my wedding to the Regent. Could you please give me some face and not make trouble here? I will definitely persuade Yun Qingqing, and I will come to your house to apologize after this is over!"
Yun Bailian and Su Yurou's originally expectant looks suddenly turned into surprise, and then their faces almost collapsed. They gritted their teeth and looked at Yun Qingqing.
This damn woman deliberately revealed her true face on the wedding day. It was obvious that she was still obsessed with the Crown Prince and was trying to seduce him!
After Xiao Zirui said this, he glanced at Yun Qingqing intentionally or unintentionally.
This woman had always been reluctant to part with him, which was why she had married the disabled and blind Regent. Now that her appearance had been restored, he was naturally willing to give her a chance.
He took this opportunity to defend her so much, this woman must be grateful to tears!
Unexpectedly, Yun Qingqing rolled her eyes at him and said loudly:
"Your Highness, what a joke are you making! The old Duke clearly said he came to congratulate us. Why are you trying to sow discord here?"
Xiao Zirui's face froze and he said angrily:
"How can you be so ungrateful, woman! You cursed their ancestors' graves in front of them, and you really expect them to be grateful to you!"
"I'm just trying to help you out of our past friendship so that you don't feel too embarrassed today. Why are you still making such a fuss?"
Xiao Changheng's face suddenly turned cold:
"Yun Qingqing is my princess consort. I will protect her well. When will the Crown Prince ever need to interfere in my family affairs?"
Xiao Zirui was frightened by his accumulated power and subconsciously retreated a little, but then he thought that now that he had married Tianfeng, his Xiao Changheng's fortune would soon be taken away by him, so what was there to be afraid of?
He immediately calmed down and said in a cold voice:
"Uncle, your words are wrong. Duke Ming is a veteran of three dynasties, highly respected by all. Many of the most important officials in the court are his disciples. The Princess Regent actually insulted such a senior official by using the ancestral tomb. This is a disgrace to the entire Daliang court! How can it be covered up by saying it's just a family matter?"
His remarks were echoed by many people:
"That's right, Yun Qingqing even dared to curse the ancestral tomb of the old Duke. How little do you regard our important officials seriously!"
"That's right. If she hadn't gone too far, the old Duke wouldn't have chosen today to come and settle the score with her."
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is so kind that he pleaded for Yun Qingqing, asking the Duke to give her a chance to apologize. Yun Qingqing is so ungrateful..."
The Queen looked at the Prince with great satisfaction, thinking that he had finally grown up to the point where he could stand on equal footing with the Regent.
His words not only angrily denounced Yun Qingqing's actions, but also made the old Duke and his important ministers and disciples stand on his side. It was a brilliant move!
As everyone was talking, Xiao Changheng's aura became increasingly cold and stern.
Yun Qingqing suddenly pressed his shoulder, chuckled, and said loudly:
"You guys are so eager to convict me, why don't you listen to what the old Duke has to say first?"
"What else can I say!" Xiao Zirui saw that the old Duke's disciples among the court officials were glaring at Yun Qingqing, and he became more and more proud in his heart. He refuted on the spot:
"Are you planning to deny what you said? I think you have absolutely no respect for the country's most important officials!"
The ministers' angry rebukes became even more intense.
At this moment, Duke Ming took a few steps forward and shouted:
"What nonsense are you all talking about! Who said I was here to settle accounts with Master Yun?"
Everyone's voice suddenly choked.
...Master Yun?
Why does this sound so familiar...
Duke Ming brought several of his sons to Yun Qingqing and bowed to her in unison!
"Master Yun, on behalf of the Ming family's ancestors, I thank you for your great kindness!"
Everyone: ???
...What did the old Duke say?
Are they not hallucinating?
Ming Guogong said calmly:
"I heard you were getting married today, so my ancestors specifically told me in a dream to bring their gratitude to you. This is a gift I specially selected for you, my benefactor. It's a token of my respect, but I hope you'll accept it!"
The sons of the Ming family all brought the gifts, and Yun Qingqing smiled calmly:
"You are too polite, old Duke."
At her gesture, Nan Zheng immediately brought people forward to put away the gifts.
When Duke Ming saw her accept the gift, he heaved a sigh of relief, stood up, and solemnly scanned the entire audience, saying in a cold voice:
"I haven't even said anything yet, who started spreading rumors about Master Yun? When has she ever insulted the Ming family? Master Yun is clearly kindhearted and saved our entire Ming family. She is our Ming family's great benefactor!"
"And that story about the demon concubine is pure nonsense! If anyone dares to slander Master Yun without knowing right from wrong again, I will be the first to disapprove!"
Everyone: ...
They are completely numb.
The Queen had never expected this to happen and almost suffocated.
This Yun Qingqing is simply bizarre! What on earth did she do to make the reclusive scholar and the old Duke speak for her without knowing the truth?
Wouldn't this make the Regent even more powerful?
She couldn't help but glance at Yun Bailian who was still stunned, and then she suppressed her anger.
Forget it, let’s not worry about that today. Anyway, the prince has married Tianfeng, and the regent won’t be proud for many days!
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