The guests present were all taken aback when they heard him say that.
Hearing Pei Xuan's words, it was clear that he quite supported Jiang Wan's idea of divorcing the General's Mansion.
Originally, because it was a marriage bestowed by the late emperor, and Emperor Jingyuan, as the monarch, valued filial piety, although everyone was indignant for Jiang Wan, they felt that there was little hope.
Unexpectedly, the situation turned out to be quite different from what they had anticipated.
Among the crowd, the happiest person was the Shang family.
She was grateful for Jiang Wan's past kindness in saving her, and now she was genuinely happy for her.
Madam Shang held Jiang Wan's hand, her face beaming with joy: "That's wonderful, Sister Jiang, there's hope for your divorce!"
Given the current situation of the General's Mansion, if she could escape, it would be an invaluable opportunity for Jiang Wan.
In Shang's view, Jiang Wan is young and has top-notch looks and character. After leaving the general's mansion, whether she chooses to live a good life on her own or remarries, she will have a good life.
Shang couldn't help but start fantasizing about Jiang Wan's charm after the divorce.
She looked at Jiang Wan with a beaming smile, but saw that the other woman's face showed no joy, but rather a bit of a daze.
"Sister Jiang, are you so happy you've gone crazy?"
Shang Shi spoke softly, following her gaze to look at Pei Xuan in front of her.
"Don't worry, it's fine if it were anyone else, but everyone knows that His Highness the Crown Prince is His Majesty's most favored and beloved son. Since His Highness has expressed his opinion in this way, he must know what's going on, and His Majesty will most likely agree."
Jiang Wan responded, but her mind was in turmoil.
Pei Xuanying's move went too smoothly, beyond her expectations.
Everyone in the court knew that Emperor Jingyuan deeply missed his late father. This was evident from the fact that Song Lin defiled the precious sword left by the late emperor during the Lantern Festival, which enraged Emperor Jingyuan.
Now, it will be very difficult to get past Emperor Jingyuan's objection to abolish the late emperor's decree.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have needed to plan so meticulously; she could have simply submitted a memorial to the emperor detailing the Song family's actions.
Her proposal of divorce in front of everyone today is nothing more than a publicity stunt for herself.
Song Lin's slip of the tongue was a rare opportunity. The crowd was indignant and felt sorry for her. Since that was the case, she could take advantage of this opportunity to propose a divorce.
Besides the law, public opinion also influences a monarch's decisions.
Even if Emperor Jingyuan doesn't grant her request this time, he will consider the situation carefully, and perhaps the next time she proposes a divorce, she will have a better chance of success.
But to her surprise, Pei Xuan agreed so readily.
Jiang Wan was somewhat surprised and looked up at Pei Xuan, trying to discern something from his expression.
But the man remained indifferent, his face cold and unreadable.
Standing behind her, Song Yu also remained silent, staring at Pei Xuan without uttering a word.
Clearly, his thoughts coincided with Jiang Wan's.
In the neighboring courtyard, Song Lin and Gu Yurong had already been flogged and were taken over by He Xingyun's men, who were preparing to transfer them to the Prefect of the Capital.
Whether it's Bi Yuan's accusation of murdering his own father or the forgery of the imperial edict, both involve Gu Yurong and her son, and require thorough investigation.
After being tortured, Gu Yurong immediately fainted.
Song Lin, at least, had a foundation in martial arts. Although he suffered more blows than Gu Yurong, he still retained his will.
As he was carried away, his eyes were like those of a demon, fixedly staring at Jiang Wan.
His resentment was so intense, it was as if he wanted to pierce a hole in her.
Jiang Wan met his gaze calmly, her deep eyes like an ancient well, utterly undisturbed.
A investiture banquet has unexpectedly caused a series of disturbances. At first, people thought it was ridiculous that Song Lin's father had made a scene at the general's mansion. Later, they saw that Song Lin had forged the sacred artifact of the Great Yong Dynasty. It had been more than ten years since such an astonishing thing had happened in the capital.
The guests were certain that whatever it was, it would be widely circulated in the streets and alleys tomorrow, becoming a new topic of conversation among the people.
The guests in the mansion had different thoughts and none of them wanted to stay any longer, so they all said goodbye.
Pei Xuan was the last to leave.
Jiang Wan and Song Yu personally escorted him to the door and watched him board the sedan chair of the Eastern Palace.
As night deepened, the magnificent entourage of the Eastern Palace slowly made its way through the night.
"Mother."
Song Yu said.
Do you think His Highness the Crown Prince will submit the matter of divorce to His Majesty?
Jiang Wan remained silent.
In the darkness of night, the woman with a refined and elegant face watched the departing imperial procession and suddenly chuckled softly.
On the sedan chair.
Pei Xuan sat upright on the soft couch, his eyes slightly closed.
The sedan chair turned the corner of the alley and headed towards the East Palace.
A-Si asked, "Your Highness, aren't you going to the palace?"
Just now at the General's Mansion, Pei Xuan clearly stated that he would report the situation of the Song family overnight and submit a request for divorce on behalf of Jiang Wan.
“No, let’s go back to the East Palace,” Pei Xuan said.
Ah Si was puzzled.
Pei Xuan took a sip of tea and asked, "A-Si, do you think Father Emperor will agree to a divorce?"
Ah Si thought for a moment and replied, "It's unlikely."
Based on his understanding of Emperor Jingyuan, he knew that after hearing about today's events, the palace would definitely give Song Lin and Gu Yurong a severe sentence, but their request for a divorce would most likely be rejected.
Pei Xuan put down his teacup, his voice cold and indifferent.
"After returning to the manor, a squad of guards will be dispatched from the Eastern Palace to guard the General's manor."
"Starting tomorrow, Madam Jiang has suddenly fallen ill with a serious illness and is feeling unwell, so she should not go out."
Ah Si paused for a moment, then suddenly raised his eyes.
"Your Highness means..."
Is Jiang Wan under house arrest?
If he remembered correctly, Jiang Wan had just clearly stated that she would enter the palace early tomorrow morning to meet His Majesty and personally request a divorce.
Pei Xuanming outwardly agreed, but his current actions were clearly a covert obstruction.
Ah Si frowned, somewhat unable to see through Pei Xuan's intentions.
"Your Highness does not wish to see the Jiang and Song families divorce?"
He said.
“But that probably won’t work. Tonight, the General’s Mansion has invited half of the powerful officials of the court. Even if Jiang Wan doesn’t go to the palace tomorrow, this matter will reach His Majesty’s ears sooner or later.”
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