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In front of so many people, Jiang Xi's question and the Regent's unwavering answer struck like a sharp slap across the Queen's face. Her complexion instantly flushed red, filled with humiliation and anger, yet she could not retaliate.
However, Jiang Xi felt it wasn't enough. With a nonchalant demeanor, she continued, "Fong Yang, should I kneel and pay my respects to Her Majesty the Queen when I see her in the future?"
Fong Yang gazed at Jiang Xi with a look full of affection and replied firmly, "No need. No one dares to make you kneel."
After saying this, he turned to Han Yue, his expression turning cold as he commanded, "If anyone dares to speak nonsense to Jiang Xi again, cut out their tongue."
Upon hearing this, Han Yue was delighted and accepted the order with a proud expression.
Emperor Fong Gaoyun felt extremely displeased upon hearing these words, internally raging: How dare he say that no one would make her kneel in front of me? What does the Regent mean by this?
Truly ambitious!
Suddenly, Jiang Xi playfully made a request: "Then from now on, aside from me, the prince is not allowed to take concubines or have any Consorts. I don’t want those chaotic women entering our home."
The concubines were stunned into silence, secretly astonished at Jiang Xi's boldness. How could she dare to make such an audacious demand in front of the Regent and the Emperor? Was she not afraid that the Regent would think she was ungrateful and turn against her on the spot?
This was truly… a slap in the face that echoed loudly, and it was their own faces that were being slapped.
Fong Yang's eyes were fixed on Jiang Xi, filled with indulgence as he said affectionately, "Whatever you say! The Regent's Palace will have no Consorts or Concubines from now on."
With these words, both the Queen and the other concubines felt a mix of emotions—envy, jealousy, and an inexplicable fear.
What did it mean for the Regent to show such disregard for even superficial respect towards the Emperor?
They dared not think any further, only feeling a chill creeping down their backs.
Fong Yang's gaze shifted slightly as he coldly called out, " Han Shuang, stand down!" Upon hearing the command, Han Shuang immediately withdrew and stepped aside.
Looking at Bai Die, her face was so swollen that even her parents might not recognize her, and she appeared utterly disheveled.
Fong Yang cast a detached glance at the Emperor, his tone flat yet imbued with an undeniable authority. "Since the Empress cannot manage the harem properly, she shall be placed under house arrest for the time being. What does Your Majesty think?"
The Emperor had just ascended to the throne a year ago. In the court's power center, the Ministers all looked up to the Regent and the Regent Marshal.
More importantly, the Regent held two-thirds of the military power of the Great Zhou Kingdom, and even the elite Xuanjia Army recognized only Fong Yang as their commander. The Emperor was acutely aware that he did not yet possess the strength to contend with the Regent. If he offended him now, his throne would surely become precarious.
Thus, he could only suppress his resentment and grit his teeth as he spoke, "Uncle Emperor is right; the Empress deserves this punishment. As for Consort Shu, she will remain in Ganquan Palace to cultivate herself and should not come out again."
Jiang Xi stood quietly to one side, listening to the Emperor punish his Empress and concubines. She thought to herself: Truly worthy of being an Emperor; he can bend and stretch as needed, even sacrificing his women for temporary stability.
Jiang Xi understood the importance of knowing when to retreat. She lifted her head and looked at Fong Yang with gentle eyes, her voice soft as she said, "Prince, let’s go back."
Fong Yang gazed at Jiang Xi, his eyes carrying a hint of clarity as he nodded slightly. He completely ignored Emperor Fong Gaoyun and the displeased expressions of those in the harem, reaching out directly toward Jiang Xi.
Seeing this, Jiang Xi smiled slightly and took the initiative to link her arm with Fong Yang's. Together they turned and walked calmly toward Phoenix Palace.
Emperor Fong Gaoyun watched expressionlessly as the two departed hand in hand, but a fierce glint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes as he clenched his hands tighter within his sleeves.
The Emperor began to walk away, but the Empress, unwilling to let it go, wore a face full of grievance and tried to plead her case.
She had just called out, "Your Majesty..."
But the response she received was a harsh slap from the Emperor.
The blow was so forceful that it left the Empress stunned. She never expected to be slapped in front of so many concubines; this was far more humiliating than being confined.
Covering her burning face, she looked at the Emperor in disbelief, her eyes filled with shock and indignation.
Fong Gaoyun turned back and coldly warned, "What did I tell you? I instructed you to win over Jiang Family Young Lady, to build a good relationship with her, not to use your status as Empress to intimidate her. And about your sister, how many times have I said it? Keep her out of the palace. Don’t think that because I value your father, you can do as you please in the harem. From today on, I don’t want to see you or any woman from the Bai Family in the palace. Have her leave at once."
With that harsh remark, he flicked his sleeve and strode away, leaving the Empress standing there in shock.
The Head Maid cautiously got up from the ground and carefully supported the Empress, softly asking, "Your Highness, are you alright?"
The Empress covered her swollen face and gritted her teeth, vowing, "That Jiang Xi is a wretched woman; I will not let this go!"
As the Emperor made his dramatic entrance by publicly slapping the Empress in front of all the concubines, who could she blame?
It was none other than this foolish Empress who overstepped and offended Jiang Xi, not only causing the Emperor to lose face but also forcing herself into a humiliating situation—truly a case of self-inflicted misery!
In stark contrast to the oppressive atmosphere of the harem, Jiang Xi felt an immense sense of relief. She thought to herself: Perhaps for quite some time now, no one would come looking for trouble with her.
"Oh dear, I never thought I would stand up to the Queen one day. Is this considered treason?"
Fong Yang lowered his head slightly, tightening his grip on Jiang Xi's hand. He looked down at the beloved girl, his eyes filled with tenderness, and softly said, "No, you are not being treasonous."
Jiang Xi gazed into Fong Yang's loving eyes, feeling warmth in her heart. She smiled gently and replied, "As long as the prince is protecting me, there's nothing to fear. As long as you don't mind me."
Upon hearing this, Fong Yang reached out and gently pulled Jiang Xi into his embrace. A hint of a smile appeared in his serious eyes as he softly said, "I wouldn't mind. I like you just the way you are."
Jiang Xi also realized that the more time she spent with Fong Yang, the more she found herself liking him.
At that moment, they had already walked out of the palace gates. Yin Ye rushed over from beside the carriage, first anxiously scanning Jiang Xi for any signs of distress. With a concerned expression, he asked, "Miss, are you alright? Did the Queen and her entourage give you any trouble?"
Hearing this, Han Yue couldn't help but snort coldly at the thought of what the Bai sisters had done. She replied irritably, "How could they not give trouble? They were all waiting to make things difficult for her. Who would have thought that in the end, it would be them who embarrassed themselves? Hmph!"
Yin Ye looked frustrated and scratched his head in regret. "Oh no, I missed such an exciting scene! Just thinking about how Lady Jiang was bullied in the palace makes me certain our prince won't stand by idly. Those royal concubines must be too scared to show their faces after being dealt with by him today."
Han Yue shot him a glare and said impatiently, "When we get back, you must tell me all about it."
She then looked at Yin Ye with exasperation, secretly wondering: How can a grown man be so gossipy? His lively nature is completely at odds with Fong Yang's calm demeanor. It's a mystery how he hasn't been sent off to the frontier all this time.
Seeing their antics, Jiang Xi couldn't help but smile.
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