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Upon hearing Shen Hezhiâs words, Consort Dowager Ningâs gaze darkened, and she gnashed her teeth so hard that they almost shattered.
âThat old sl*t has always been unwilling to acknowledge Zixiuâs identity. If she were to be the judge of this, sheâd probably kick him while he was down!â
Without giving Consort Dowager Ning a chance to speak, Shen Hezhi continued to say expressionlessly, âA few days ago, the Empress Dowager summoned us into the palace. She likes Junjin very much and even told Junjin to visit when he has the time. Consort Dowager Ning, why donât we enter the palace now?â
Shen Hezhiâs words gave Yu Yunxi a lot of confidence. She quickly walked out from behind him and looked at Consort Dowager Ning fearlessly as she said,
âOtherwise, we can also go to the Emperor. As the grandson of the King of
Xinan, Junjinâs status is indeed not comparable to the nobles in the capital.
Perhaps, it would be best if we leave the capital and return to Xinan. Consort Dowager Ning, you should ask the Emperor for a few tokens for us so we can leave the capital.â
Consort Dowager Ningâs expression was terrifyingly dark at this moment. Although she was away from the capital for a long time, she was aware of the reason why Shen Hezhi and the others were here. The Emperor wanted them to stay in the capital so how could he let them leave?
Finally, Consort Dowager Ning said darkly, âYu Yunxi, I really underestimated you.â
âThey actually dare to use the Emperor and the Empress Dowager to force me to compromiseâ¦â
âConsort Dowager Ning, thereâs no point in saying more. I believe the Empress Dowager and the Emperor will be able to discern right from wrong. Letâs enter the palace now,â Yu Yunxi said with a straight face.
âThose who have nothing to lose donât fear those in power! Since they dare to hurt Junjin, Iâll fight them to the end!â
âYu Yunxi, do you think you can make things difficult for me like this?â Consort Dowager Ning asked angrily.
At this moment, a few eunuchs and maidservants rushed over.
âGreetings, Consort Dowager Ning!â
Consort Dowager Ning was already in a bad mood, and when she saw these people, her expression was naturally not good. She asked in a harsh tone, âWho are you?â
âConsort Dowager, we were sent by the Empress Dowager. She heard that youâve returned so she specially sent us to invite you to the palace,â one eunuch said respectfully.
âI just returned, but the Empress Dowager already received the news? Ha! Sheâs really well-informed!â
A hint of viciousness flashed in Consort Dowager Ningâs eyes.
Yu Yunxi seized the opportunity and continued to say with a straight face, âThis is just right. Consort Dowager Ning, letâs enter the palace together and see the Empress Dowager.â
The eunuchs and maidservants looked at Yu Yunxi curiously.
Consort Dowager Ning felt extremely suffocated and angry at this moment. She did not know what trap the Empress Dowager had laid out for her, and Yu Yunxi was trying to bite her.
Feng Zixiu was shrewd and observant. It was naturally not hard for him to tell that Consort Dowager Ning was extremely upset. He raised his head and said proudly to Yu Yunxi, âIâm the Prince Regentâs son, and I represent the Prince Regentâs Residence. If you want me to apologize, Iâll apologize. However, my father has to agree to it!â
Upon hearing this, Consort Dowager Ning nodded, feeling much more at ease.
âAs expected of my diligent nurturing of my grandson. Heâll definitely be able to shoulder heavy burdens in the futureâ¦â
âZixiu has already spoken. If you have the ability, you can persuade Yili. If you continue to pester me, donât blame me for being impolite,â Consort Dowager Ning said threateningly. Then, she stood up and held Feng Zixiuâs hand before she said to him, âCome, Zixiu. Follow me to see the Empress Dowager.â
Although the Empress Dowager was unwilling to acknowledge Feng Zixiu, Consort Dowager Ning was fully prepared when she brought him back. In her mind, the legitimate son and heir of the Prince Regentâs Residence could only be Feng Zixiu.
Yu Yunxi was unwilling to give up, but she could only watch Consort Dowager Ning leave. This was because she could sense that something was wrong with her godbrother.
Shen Hezhi coughed a few times, and his face was pale.
âBrother, how do you feel? Guards, help him to my courtyard,â Yu Yunxi said anxiously.
The guards from the King of Xinanâs Residence did not dare to waste time and quickly stepped forward to help Shen Hezhi.
At this moment, Yu Wanrong, who failed to watch the show, said sarcastically, âArenât you afraid of tarnishing your reputation by letting outsiders into your courtyard?â
However, immediately after her voice fell, a slap landed on Yu Wanrongâs face. Her veil fell off, revealing her disfigured face. She looked up angrily and asked, âWho? Who hit me?â
It did not take long before she saw Jian Xin and the cold expression on the latterâs face.
Jian Xin said frostily, âI was the one who hit you. So what? Does Second Miss Yu have a problem with that?â
Jian Xin had been a Princess Consort for many years. Although she was usually gentle, it did not mean that she was a pushover, especially when dealing with shameless people.
Yu Wanrong, who was intimidated by Jian Xinâs aura, was rendered speechless.
âThe Princess Regent and the heir of the King of Xinanâs Residence arenât people you can speak about casually. Why donât you take a look at your own status? Today, I slapped you to remind you to remember the rules. Donât lose your composure in front of the Emperor and Empress Dowager in the futureâ¦â Jian Xin said arrogantly.
Yu Wanrong was furious, but she was afraid of Jian Xinâs identity as Princess Consort Rui. As such, she could only endure it.
Jian Xinâs warning gaze swept across the members of the Yu family before she turned around and left with Yu Yunxi.
Meanwhile, the Yu family could only endure it silently despite their anger. n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
In the courtyard.
Shen Hezhi had already fainted, and his body was burning up.
âHow did this happen? Even if he jumped into the pond earlier, it shouldnât be this bad,â Yu Yunx asked tremblingly in a low voice.
The guard next to Shen Hezhi said, âIn fact, after reading the letter from the King of Xinan, he was already unwell. However, his condition worsened after he jumped into the pond to save the little master.â
âGodfather sent a letter?â Yu Yunxiâs expression changed.
âThe letter is here,â the guard said as he quickly brought the letter out.
Yu Yunxi took the letter. After reading it, her heart sank. She tried to calm down as she held the letter in her hands. Then, she turned to Qian Jiao and said, âBring me the silver needles.â
âYes, County Princess,â Qian Jiao replied. She was already prepared and quickly handed the silver needles to Yu Yunxi.
After that, Yu Yunxi quickly performed acupuncture for Shen Hezhi.
After working for nearly two hours, Shen Hezhiâs body temperature finally dropped. With this, Yu Yunxi could finally relax a little.
She turned around and said to Qian Jiao seriously, âKeep an eye on him. Tell me immediately if something happens.â
âYes, County Princess.â
As soon as Yu Yunxi left the room, she saw Qian Qing and Luo Xiuran in the yard.
Qian Qing asked angrily, âYoung Marquis Luo, can you explain what happened today? Is he really the Prince Regentâs son?â
Qian Qing had returned to the Yu Residence later. However, she heard the servants in the residence gossiping about this matter as soon as she stepped through the door. Coincidentally, Luo Xiuran came as well so she could not help but ask him about this matter.
Upon hearing Qian Qingâs questions, a panicked expression appeared on Luo
Xiuranâs face as he asked, âDid you see Feng Zixiu today?â