Such words were also intentionally flattering the Emperor and giving him a way to gracefully step down.
"I indeed feel the same way," Xiao Zhanping said with satisfaction.
"I just feel..." Zhao Mengyu hesitated to say more.
"My beloved concubine, speak your mind. There are no outsiders here."
"Yes." Zhao Mengyu gracefully bowed and then said, "Just now, the Emperor mentioned that the Prince and his wife must not divorce in this lifetime, which means the Prince has promised his wife that he shall treat her well for her repeated life-saving graces. But I feel that not divorcing in this lifetime does not fully express the Prince’s feelings for his wife. I boldly suggest that no matter what changes occur, the Prince should vow that the position of his wife shall solely belong to Ye Qichi."
With these words, everyone naturally understood what Zhao Mengyu meant.
What she meant was, even if Ye Qichi dies, the Prince should not remarry.
This essentially blocks all paths for Bai Mowan to marry Xiao Jinxing.
This is clearly a more extreme act than what Xiao Zhanping had done.
Ye Qichi just looked at Zhao Mengyu.
Although Zhao Mengyu’s words were for her own benefit, it must be said, it saved her life.
Thus, even if Xiao Jinxing killed her, he still could not marry Bai Mowan.
She wouldn’t just die easily.
This definitely cuts off the marital relationship between Xiao Jinxing and Bai Mowan.
But on second thought.
As long as Xiao Jinxing becomes Emperor, as the Emperor, his wife can be whoever he loves.
At this time, Xiao Zhanping hesitated a little hearing what Zhao Mengyu said.
With this, the matter is indeed brought to an absolute conclusion.
He is also afraid that Xiao Jinxing would truly hate him.
But Zhao Mengyu has spoken to such an extent...
Xiao Zhanping, after all, is clever. He turned to Ye Qichi and asked, "Is this acceptable?"
This cunning old man has again thrown the dirty work onto her.
Which means, if she agrees, then Xiao Jinxing would hate her.
Ye Qichi would naturally agree.
After all, she must first save her own life.
She absolutely dare not expect that Xiao Jinxing would not kill her for Bai Mowan’s sake.
So she can only protect herself.
Anyway, once Xiao Jinxing becomes Emperor, he can do whatever he wants.
She bowed her head in thanks, "This humble daughter-in-law thanks the Emperor and the Imperial Concubine for their profound favor; I will surely treat the Prince well in the future and be a virtuous partner to him."
Xiao Jinxing’s heart stirred slightly.
It is also an indescribable thrill.
It seems not as rejecting as he thought it would be.
When Bai Mowan heard this, she truly felt extreme hatred.
Ye Qichi has repeatedly said she does not like Xiao Jinxing and that they would divorce, but now she has accepted the Emperor’s grant and secured her position as the Prince’s wife?!
This woman, really, is more cunning than she thought!
"Then I as the Emperor, promise on behalf of the Prince that he shall not let down the Princess in this lifetime, and the position of the Princess shall solely belong to Ye Qichi!"
"This humble daughter-in-law thanks His Majesty for the profound grace!" Ye Qichi thanked again.
Xiao Zhanping turned to look at Xiao Jinxing.
Xiao Jinxing quickly responded, "This humble son, in this lifetime, will definitely not let down Ye Qichi."
As soon as the words came out.
Tears fell from Bai Mowan’s eyes.
Xiao Jinxing had made such a promise only to her.
A promise to never let her down in this lifetime.
Now, he has given this promise to Ye Qichi.
After all, having been reborn in this life.
Did it not only change her destiny but the destinies of others as well?!
After all, in being reborn, can’t lost things be reclaimed?!
Because in his past life she had let down Xiao Jinxing.
So in this life, does heaven let her feel what it’s like to be let down by Xiao Jinxing?!
Her heart suppressed the pain.
At this point, naturally, no one deliberately looked at her.
Even if someone noticed her mood, under the current circumstances, no one would comfort her.
Xiao Zhanping, reassured by the responses from Ye Qichi and Xiao Jinxing, nodded contentedly and spoke again, "The cause of death of the Crown Prince has now been clarified; it was the doing of the Crown Princess Consort who has already signed the confession, thus this matter has nothing to do with Prince Xiao Jinsen, and I have wronged him."
What seemed to be an ordinary statement was actually informing Xiao Jinxing.
Xiao Jinxing of course knew that Xiao Jinsen would be fine.
As his father so favors him, he has not really considered harming him!