Chapter 455: Princess Won’t Kneel
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
“How bold! How can you compare yourself to the princess?” Feng Qing’s arm was still injured, and she felt dissatisfied with Han Yuwen.
“A prince breaking the rule is equally accountable as a commoner! Miss Lin just apologized for offending the princess. As the future Ninth Imperial Consort, isn’t her status prestigious enough? If she, being in such a position, faces consequences, what about the princess? Mistakes should be acknowledged and punished!”
Su Yingxue’s resolute voice echoed, reaching the ears of everyone present.
Lin Sisi’s eyes gleamed. “I was wondering, how could Dr. Su, with such prowess, bow to the Eldest Princess?”
Chu Jinling held her hand and enjoyed the situation. “Indeed, my imperial aunt is no ordinary person!”
When imperial uncle wasn’t present, she would handle the situation!
If the imperial uncle was here, they were a duo, causing the scoundrels to wail!
“Su Yingxue, you’re facing punishment yet want to implicate me?” Han Yuwen’s face turned ice-cold. She wouldn’t accept punishment so compliantly!
“The one who should be punished is Su Yingxue, this lowly person!” Han Yuwen thought.
“Are you unwilling to face punishment because you disregard the empress or the palace rules of our Great Cheng Dynasty?” Su Yingxue pressed on relentlessly.
“Enough, Su Yingxue. When did 1 say I would punish the princess?” The empress’s anger flared up again!
Su Yingxue might be punished, but she shouldn’t drag Han Yuwen into it!
How could she punish Han Yuwen?
“If a princess can escape punishment, why should I be so foolish? If everyone can evade punishment, what’s the use of etiquette and rules?”
Su Yingxue’s voice was unwavering.
She was bold, and every word she spoke was flawless.
It made everyone recall that at the core of this matter was Han Yuwen’s instigation of the empress!
“Su Yingxue, how dare you… Do you still think 1 am at fault? Will you punish me?”
The empress wished she could strike down Su Yingxue, this audacious person.
It was like a dagger hanging over her heart!
“I wouldn’t dare. Your Majesty, you were simply misled by someone. However, this instigator truly deserves proper punishment.”
Su Yingxue had a smile playing on her lips, and her eyes carried a subtle hint of provocation.
Han Yuwen maintained a cold expression and straightforwardly informed her. “Su Yingxue, don’t even dream about it. 1 will never kneel like you!”
Su Yingxue could forget about comparing herself to Han Yuwen!
Remaining steadfast in her position, Su Yingxue believed that her stillness would make the empress and Han Yuwen feel uneasy, given the civil officials’ disapproval.
Unable to bear it any longer, the empress, aware of Han Yuwen’s formidable nature, couldn’t afford to be at odds with her. Yet, not punishing her would jeopardize the empress’s position.
While an ordinary woman might seek her husband’s help in such a situation, when the empress looked at Chu Mingyuan, he only snorted coldly. “This is the trouble you caused. Deal with it yourself!”
The empress felt angry as she gritted her teeth and addressed Han Yuwen. “Princess Yuwen, your idea is somewhat inappropriate. It goes against the palace rules. Therefore, you will remain kneeling in your seat until the palace banquet concludes.”
Han Yuwen’s eyes widened. “That’s impossible!”
In the Qi State, if she stood, everyone else had to kneel!
When had she ever knelt before anyone? As a modern person unbound by the constraints of this feudal dynasty, she couldn’t fathom kneeling before such foolish individuals.
“Princess Yuwen, this is the Great Cheng Dynasty. A princess breaking the rule is treated the same as commoners. You… can’t be violated!”
The empress was a little annoyed. Although she valued this woman’s ability and cooperated with her to deal with Su Yingxue, she was so disobedient and refused to care about her face.. It made her feel embarrassed!