He knew that once Du Changming made a decision, he would not change it no matter how he persuaded him.
"Since Your Highness wishes to go, then of course it is up to you. I will help you change your clothes right away."
Du Changming nodded proudly, and the palace maids and eunuchs around him finally got the chance to retreat, and they all breathed a sigh of relief when they got outside.
The palace maids have been replaced frequently in the mansion these days because Du Changming was too angry and took his anger out on women.
When the maids were carried out, they were tortured beyond recognition.
Du Changming didn't waste long. He put on his clothes and went to the palace.
The imperial concubine's personal maid, Biyu, frowned and looked disgusted when she heard the news, but she had to report it.
Hearing what Biyu said, the imperial concubine's face darkened.
"Why is he here at this time? Isn't he under house arrest? Then let him rest in the mansion and don't come out unless necessary. Besides, he caused such a big trouble a few days ago, and he didn't even apologize to the prince. How can he still have the nerve to go out?"
The disgust in the imperial concubine's tone could not be concealed, which attracted the attention of Sheng Mingyu and others.
"Who is worthy of your anger? If it's someone who doesn't know what's good for you, just send him away. Why waste so much time on him?"
"Yes, the imperial physician just said that you shouldn't get angry. If something happens, you might as well leave it to me, your son. I will handle it. Don't let those things outside pollute your ears."
The emperor and the eighth prince spoke together.
The imperial concubine had the power to assist in the management of the six palaces, so they just thought it was another accident that happened somewhere in the palace and did not take it seriously.
The imperial concubine's face froze. Just as she was about to order someone to drive Du Changming away, there was a commotion outside.
"When will this son of mine see my mother? Do I need an outsider to pass me by? And it's taken so long. Are these servants just pretending to obey? Or do you think my mother doesn't like me anymore?"
When Du Changming rushed in and saw the scene in the room, his eyes turned red with anger.
This was supposed to be his favor, but now it's all transferred to Sheng Mingyu! How could he not be angry?
A sarcastic smile appeared on Sheng Mingyu's lips. When the imperial concubine looked unhappy, he guessed who was outside.
As expected, Du Changming is still so stupid.
"Seventh Prince, you have misunderstood. I just wanted to have a meal with the Imperial Concubine today. If you are unhappy, you might as well sit down and chat with me. I will be leaving the palace soon."
Sheng Mingyu's tone was gentle, just like usual.
But Du Changming was extremely disgusted, and dirty words came out of his mouth.
"Eat? Who are you? Why are you eating with my mother? Do you really think that if my father and mother give you a little face, you can fly to the tree and become a phoenix? I am a prince, and you are the crown prince. There is a huge gap in status!"
He said this sarcastically, then stared at Sheng Mingyu seriously, waiting for him to break down.
But Sheng Mingyu just looked up and sat in the chair without saying a word.
"Why didn't you answer what I said? Don't you take me seriously? Even if I offended you a while ago, you shouldn't be so arrogant! This is insubordination!"
Sheng Mingyu's calmness made him more depressed and his words became more and more unpleasant.
The imperial concubine and the emperor also frowned, and even the usually gentle eighth prince's expression turned cold.
"Royal brother, be careful with your words! Mother can invite anyone she wants to dinner. As a noble concubine, don't you even have this little freedom?"
The eighth prince scolded, and Du Changming's attention immediately shifted to him, his eyes seemed to be spitting fire.
"And you too! Do you really think you're a good person? I've been kind to you since we were little, but you never took me seriously! Now you're smiling so gently at this bastard prince! I really don't know if you're a traitor or if you don't care about me, your own brother."
His words were so harsh that the imperial concubine's chest heaved with anger.
Even the emperor pointed at Du Changming and was speechless.
He never thought that his pampering over the years would make Du Changming become like this!
"If you really don't want to be my brother, then be his brother. After all, the prince won't be any more or less if you're not. If he ever makes a mistake, it would be best if you and he become commoners together!"
"presumptuous!"
He cursed more and more vigorously.
The emperor slammed the table so hard that it made a loud noise. Only after shouting this did he feel relieved.
"I am right in front of you, yet you are so disrespectful. Don't you take me seriously?!"
The emperor's face was cold and he was very disappointed.
Seeing Du Changming pointing at his two sons' noses and scolding them, he couldn't help it.
When Du Changming heard this, he froze in place, his face full of disbelief.
"Father, you've refused to see me for so long, and now that we've met, you've spoken such harsh words. Did I say anything wrong? It's obvious that he's been unwilling to get close to me since I was a child. I have resentment in my heart, and I can't vent it."
Du Changming pointed at the Eighth Prince's hand, his hands trembling, and every word he said was filled with tears.
He could admit that he had treated Sheng Mingyu badly, but he had never treated the Eighth Prince badly! Why had he never felt that he treated himself as a brother?
"And him too! Ever since he appeared, he has snatched away my favor, whether he was a child or an adult. Does Your Majesty want him to be your son, or does Your Majesty want me to be your son? It would be better if Your Majesty could explain it more clearly, so as to save this son from having any illusions."
That was just the appetizer. He was particularly heartbroken when he pointed at Sheng Mingyu.
Over the years, Sheng Mingyu has been like a thorn in his heart that cannot be pulled out, torturing him beyond recognition.
"presumptuous!"
The emperor's face turned pale, as if someone had hit the nail on the head. He had no idea how to answer and could only repeat the word "outrageous" over and over again.
"Impertinent? So, father and I will also say these two words to you. Then I might as well be more impertinent, so as not to disappoint you."
He looked at Sheng Mingyu with a strange and unpredictable look in his eyes, flashing a dangerous light.
The people around became alert and protected Sheng Mingyu behind them.
Especially the imperial concubine, her aura shocked Du Changming so much that his face turned pale.
"What are you going to do?"
"I never knew mother had such a tough side. You used to be so gentle. I was deposed as Crown Prince, so why didn't you come out to protect me? I was ridiculed so much back then!"
Perhaps the sudden appearance of the imperial concubine dealt a great blow to Du Changming, and he shed a tear for no apparent reason.
But no one at the scene felt sorry for him and just watched him standing on the opposite side.
"I've been so exhausted being the Crown Prince these past few years. I have to be so careful every day, and I'm always worried that your Majesty will be dissatisfied. Now that my position has been taken away, I have a favor to ask of you. I wonder if your Majesty will be able to satisfy me."
Du Changming closed his eyes tightly, and when he opened them again, all the emotions in his eyes disappeared.
He regained his composure.
Sheng Mingyu raised his eyebrows, very impressed.
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