Chapter 78 Shut up!
Hearing this, the emperor couldn't help but look up at Jiang Wanning.
Just happened to meet her gaze.
There was a murderous look in his eyes, as if he was going to beat him up severely, and he couldn't help but feel a chill on his neck!
However, when he looked closely, he saw that she had a smiling expression on her face, with her eyelids slightly drooping, and she was not looking directly at him, as if the moment just now was just his illusion.
Even her smile was a bit creepy.
"Your Majesty... the princess is talking to you."
Seeing that he was distracted, Concubine Li couldn't help but gently pull his sleeve and whispered a reminder.
The emperor finally came to his senses and cleared his throat.
"Hey! Since he committed insubordination, he deserves to be punished! Come, take General Ji away and put him under house arrest for ten days to reflect on his mistakes!"
"I... thank Your Majesty for your grace."
Seeing that the emperor had no intention of pursuing the eldest princess's case, General Ji did not dare to argue for himself anymore. He could only consider himself unlucky and accept the punishment and leave.
Jiang Wanning curled his lips, having expected the emperor to react like this.
After all, the majesty of heaven cannot be violated. When it comes to right and wrong, the dignity of the royal family always comes first. Even if the emperor himself makes a mistake, he will not admit it.
Therefore, as long as Murong Qing insisted that General Ji was committing treason, any punishment he could receive would be appropriate.
What's more, General Ji was indeed reckless.
Relying on the fact that he is an old official, he wants to put on airs in front of her. Although he is a low-ranking official, he is quite arrogant. If I don't punish him today, I will feel sorry for him.
Only after General Ji was taken away did Murong Qing walk over and sit in his seat.
Even though Ji Lingzhu was very unwilling, she had no choice but to sit back at the last seat.
The little incident before the banquet did not dampen the spirits of the emperor and his ministers, and the celebration banquet was held as usual. Amidst singing and dancing, the emperor and his ministers were in great joy.
However, the issue of disaster relief funds had not been resolved yet, and the emperor was still a little troubled. Even though the rebellion was successfully suppressed this time, he could not be happy, and his frown had not relaxed.
He was feeling a little upset.
When she looked up, she saw Chen Yan peeling grapes for his wife.
"Madam, please try this. This is a tribute that is only available in the palace. It is difficult to buy outside."
"...Thank you, Lord."
emperor:"?"
No wonder Jiang was so rampant. It turned out that her name was Shen Yanzong. He was a military commander who commanded the three armies, but he was actually henpecked.
He doesn't even know what to say to him!
Sensing the emperor's gaze, Jiang Wanning couldn't help but coughed softly, secretly patted the back of Shen Yan's hand, and reminded him.
"My Lord, this is in the palace."
Pay attention to your image!
Shen Yan didn't think there was anything wrong. So what if he doted on his wife?
Previously, the original body disliked Jiang's rude words and deeds, and even found an excuse to not bring her into the palace when there was a palace banquet. Therefore, few officials and their families in the imperial capital had seen Jiang, and some even secretly guessed that she was not favored by the marquis.
So when everyone saw Jiang Wanning, they didn't take her seriously and often spoke rudely to her.
Right now, he wanted everyone to see that the lady was the one he held in the palm of his hand. Anyone who dared to disrespect her would have a hard time with him!
After the emperor looked away, Jiang Wanning looked up at Concubine Li and exchanged glances with her.
Concubine Li is Nangong Jing's sister.
The brother was handsome, with his car filled with fruits. His sister was naturally a fairy-like figure and was extremely favored in the harem.
Although she is a little spoiled, she is sweet-mouthed and knows how to act coquettishly, and no man would dislike her.
The emperor coaxed her like an embryo and gave in to her in everything.
As long as she asked, the emperor would try his best to satisfy her request as long as it was not too excessive.
This is also the reason why Jiang Wanning asked the princess to ask Jing Xiang for help. With this relationship, it would be a waste not to use it.
It's a pity that such a lovely girl didn't have a good ending in the end.
It's all because the original author is too perverted. Except for the male and female protagonists who are forced to have a happy ending, almost everyone else dies. It's the kind of thing that makes people want to send a ton of razor blades to the author.
Right now, she can only do her best and get as many as she can.
"Your Majesty, General Longwu has returned from a victorious battle, but why are you still so worried? I see this and my heart aches..."
Concubine Li spoke tenderly, her voice so soft that it was unbearable.
The emperor patted the back of her hand gently and comforted her.
"It's my fault for making my beloved concubine worry."
Concubine Li said.
"I only regret that I am useless and cannot share Your Majesty's worries. Your Majesty is always worried about state affairs and can't even enjoy the celebration banquet. I don't want Your Majesty to be so busy... Why don't we have something fun?"
The emperor raised his eyebrows slightly and said lovingly.
"Do you have any good ideas, my dear?"
Concubine Li said excitedly.
"I haven't seen polo in a while. It just so happens that General Ji is here today. I've heard that she's quite skilled on horseback. Why not take this opportunity to let General Ji show off her prowess?"
Hearing Concubine Li praising herself in front of His Majesty, Ji Lingzhu was immediately delighted and stood up and clasped her fists.
"I would like to entertain your majesty and the imperial concubine!"
Concubine Li looked at everyone seated and asked.
"It's not enough for you to go on stage alone. Is there anyone else who wants to nominate themselves? Otherwise, I will make random arrangements."
Hearing this, the generals looked at each other, but were all a little hesitant.
Under normal circumstances, they would naturally compete to take the stage, but today... General Ji had just offended the eldest princess and the marquis' wife, so who would want to have anything to do with the people in the Ji Mansion?
While everyone was hesitating, Song Zhizhi stood up and spoke.
"Your Highness is willing to compete with General Ji!"
emperor:"……"
Oh no.
She's here again.
Why do I feel like I've been tricked?
He couldn't help but glance at the Marquis's wife. He always felt that Jiang was too quiet today. The last time she scolded him in the palace, he still remembered it vividly... Now seeing her sitting so calmly and drinking tea, he was a little uncomfortable.
There must be a problem!
Just when I was feeling a little suspicious, I heard Concubine Li speak.
"Since no one else wants to fight, it's the same if it's just the two of you. The winner will receive a reward."
Ji Lingzhu and Song Zhizhi both responded: "Thank you, Your Majesty!"
As soon as he finished speaking, he saw the two of them leaving their table to change their clothes.
Although Shen Yu'an had Jiang Wanning kicked out of the Marquis' Mansion, he did not remove her name from the family tree, so she was still sitting next to Song Zhizhi.
Unexpectedly, Song Zhizhi would stand up to fight. He couldn't help but feel anxious, and immediately reached out to grab her arm.
"Zhizhi! There should be a limit to your nonsense. Lingzhu is a female general who has fought in the battlefield. You can't beat her! Playing polo is not a joke. What if you fall off the horse or get injured..."
“Bang!”
Jiang Wanning slapped him.
"Shut up your crow mouth! If you're so kind, why don't you curse General Ji and have her trampled to death by horse hooves?!"
The little brat is still chattering away, and now he's trying to show off to Ji Lingzhu!
Soon it will be his turn to cry!
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