Mu Chenshuang's dark pupils gleamed coldly as her icy gaze fell upon Song Liu. She questioned in a cold voice, "The Crown Princess's pregnancy is a major event in the palace. How dare the Duchess say that I'm making a mountain out of a molehill? Does the Duchess disregard me or despise the Eastern Palace?!"
These words were spoken.
Startled, Song Liu froze, her expression stiff. Such a grave crime was pinned on her head. She quickly stood up and knelt before Feng Guche.
"Your Majesty, I have been wronged."
Mu Chenshuang coldly said, "Injustice? Madam Song, how dare you say that? Since you are unsure whether I am pregnant, why did you deliberately raise your voice just now? Even if I am pregnant, it is not your place, Duchess, to make a fuss about this."
Song Liu's voice was indeed too loud just now, and the sudden appearance of the Duchess's raised voice in the music was indeed intentional.
Mu Chenshuang's relentless questioning made Song Liu feel utterly ashamed.
At this moment.
Feng Ji suddenly laughed, "On the day the Crown Prince married his concubine, I even took the Crown Princess's pulse, but I couldn't detect any pregnancy. Just now, the Duchess confirmed it so clearly. Could it be that the Crown Princess could get pregnant in just a few days? This makes me doubt my medical skills, hahaha."
Everyone knows that the Carefree King is not only a master of martial arts but also a skilled physician, so naturally no one would doubt his words.
His words pulled everyone away from their accusations against Mu Chenshuang. Hearing this, the Duchess was indeed going too far. She had spoken so loudly about something that wasn't confirmed. Even if the Crown Princess was pregnant, it was none of the Duchess's place to make a fuss.
Feng Ji's words were like adding fuel to the fire for Song Liu. Now the target of everyone's criticism, she had no words to refute him. She kept clenching her fingers under her sleeves, her heart filled with extreme resentment.
When did this bitch get involved with the Carefree Prince? The Carefree Prince, who rarely seeks medical advice, actually took Mu Chenshuang's pulse.
Upon seeing this, Duke Xiao knelt down and pleaded, "Your Majesty, the Lady did indeed misspoke. I beg Your Majesty and the Crown Princess to forgive her."
Song Liu dared not speak further and could only kneel on the ground.
Feng Guche's dignified face showed a hint of displeasure. "The Duchess should indeed be more careful with her words and actions."
Song Liu trembled all over, "This humble woman knows her crime."
"Alright, let's leave it at that."
Once the emperor spoke, no one dared to continue the discussion.
At this moment, Xiao Qingyu and Song Liu were in agony, and Qi Rong's expression was no better; he wished he could make Mu Chenshuang pay a terrible price immediately.
Mu Chenshuang caught a glimpse of Xiao Qingyu's sudden change of expression out of the corner of her eye. Just moments ago she had appeared delicate and frail, but now her eyes were flashing with a sinister glint. Unfortunately, Feng Xilan couldn't see it.
He sat down slowly.
Her gaze unconsciously fell on Fu Junheng and Feng Ji. To be honest, she and Feng Ji didn't have much interaction. This time, she protected him again. Was it really because they had been on the battlefield together and she felt sorry for him?
She didn't believe Feng Ji was some kind and helpful person.
"Mu Chenshuang, you keep surprising me." Feng Xilan, who had been silent until now, finally spoke, the words almost squeezed out between her teeth.
From the moment he gripped his wine glass so tightly, you could tell how angry he was.
However, he was rational. If he protected Xiao Qingyu, it would be like favoring a concubine over his wife, which would be a slap in the face to Lord Mu.
It would be absolutely impossible to protect her as the Crown Princess, especially since Xiao Qingyu has the Duke's Mansion behind her; silence is the best option.
"So, is this surprise satisfactory, Your Highness?"
Even though Feng Xilan was furious, her expression remained extremely calm.
What caught his attention even more was Mu Chenshuang's transformation. She used to be nothing more than a rough and reckless woman, but now she handles things calmly and collectedly time and time again, forcing him to re-evaluate her.
"I've heard that the Crown Princess is a female general with superb martial arts skills. She once led troops alone to break through the enemy camp. Today, I see that the Crown Princess not only has the demeanor of a female general, but is also a stunning beauty. Your Highness is truly blessed."
Jing Sha suddenly spoke, drawing everyone's attention back to Mu Chen Shuang.
Feng Xilan outwardly agreed, "It is indeed my honor."
Jing Sha stood up, faced Feng Gu Che, bowed first, and then said, "Your Majesty, there is also a heroine in our Southern Frontier who is just like the Crown Princess. She has long heard of the Crown Princess's deeds and admires her greatly. Today is a rare opportunity, so why not let the two of you spar and perform for Your Majesty's enjoyment?"
As expected.
Feng Guche looked at Mu Chenshuang and asked, "What is the Crown Princess's opinion?"
She had no chance to refuse when the challenge was issued in public.
Mu Chenshuang slowly rose to her feet. "Since this is to entertain Father Emperor, your daughter-in-law will naturally accept."
"good."
The arena for the martial arts competition was the round platform beneath the main hall.
When Mu Chenshuang arrived at the side hall, she changed out of her fine clothes and put on two layers of cotton clothing. She also removed her elaborate headdress and tied her hair into a high ponytail.
"Is Your Majesty really alright?"
Linglong was still very worried.
"It's alright, don't worry."
The crowd waited for Mu Chenshuang on the viewing platform in front of the main hall. When her heroic figure appeared, she attracted everyone's attention.
She possesses both stunning beauty and commanding presence.
Two completely different qualities blend together perfectly in her.
There were eyes filled with amazement, and eyes filled with envy.
And those seemingly indifferent people, their probing gazes fell directly on her.
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