12dz Chapter 443 Emperor Zhou's Summoning
Chapter 443 Emperor Zhou's Summoning
Chapter 443 The Zhou Emperor's Summoning
Watching this scene, Xiao Siyue was filled with emotion. She never expected to have such an unexpected gain today, which allowed them to learn about such a big royal secret.
Consort Rong knew a little about it. When Consort Rong died, the current Consort De was still a concubine. Not long after Consort Rong died, she was promoted to the rank of Consort. Could it be that she benefited from the Second Princess's influence?
Xiao Siyue thought it was possible. Back then, Consort De adopted the Second Princess. Perhaps Emperor Zhou thought Consort De was kind, so he gave her a title.
Oh dear, Consort De not only caused Consort Rong's death, but also tried to harm her daughter. She is utterly despicable.
Moreover, she could also tell from Biyue's words that Consort De was manipulating the Second Princess. The Second Princess was truly pitiful.
"Your Highness, please don't believe her. She's lying to you."
The second princess's gaze towards the fourth princess no longer held the affection of before, but only resentment.
"Shut up, I don't have a sister like you. I must have been blind to recognize a thief as my mother and take care of you all the time."
"You..." The Fourth Princess's expression changed as she considered what to do.
Just then, the fourth princess saw the second princess leave.
"Royal sister, where are you going?" The fourth princess was a little flustered, with a bad feeling.
"I want to enter the palace." The second princess turned around and gave the fourth princess a cold look.
"Enter the palace?"
"No, you can't go into the palace." At this moment, the Fourth Princess only wanted to stop the Second Princess. She couldn't let the Second Princess go into the palace to complain to her father, otherwise they would be finished.
"Ha, you're scared. This time I will never trust you again. I'm going to the palace to tell Father Emperor and ask him to give Mother Consort justice." Thinking of her mother, the Second Princess felt as if her heart was being torn apart; she felt ashamed of herself for failing her mother.
"No, Your Majesty, stop right there."
The second princess ignored her and continued walking forward.
Xiao Siyue glanced at the person kneeling on the ground and the two princesses walking out, and sighed.
Just as Xiao Siyue was about to tell Shi Qing to take Biyue and the others with her, she saw someone coming over.
Xiao Siyue looked over and saw that it was actually Lu Zhijin. Why was he here, and why did he bring so many people with him? She recognized one of them; it was Eunuch Wei, who served the Emperor.
"Second Princess, Fourth Princess, His Majesty commands you both to enter the palace immediately," said Eunuch Wei after bowing to the two princesses.
"Eunuch Wei, does Father Emperor already know what happened here?" the Second Princess asked.
"Your Highness, yes, His Majesty is already aware of this matter," Eunuch Wei said, glancing at the Fourth Princess.
Upon seeing this, the Fourth Princess collapsed to the ground, muttering, "It's over, it's over." She didn't even see Lu Zhijin, whom she admired.
After entering, Lu Zhijin didn't even glance at the Fourth Princess, but instead walked to Xiao Siyue's side, looking at her with concern.
"Ah Yue, how are you? Are you alright?" Lu Zhijin's eyes couldn't hide his panic. He had rushed over as soon as he learned that something had happened at the Second Princess's residence.
Xiao Siyue smiled and shook her head: "Ajin, I'm fine."
"It's good that you're alright, Yue. Don't worry, I will definitely give you an explanation for this matter. I will never let the person who hurt you get away with it." Lu Zhijin said, glancing at the Fourth Princess who was lying on the ground.
"I believe you." Xiao Siyue's words deeply moved Lu Zhijin, but also filled him with guilt. If it weren't for him, A-Yue wouldn't have suffered such an undeserved misfortune.
Fortunately, A-Yue was vigilant and didn't fall into the trap, otherwise... he wouldn't have been able to resist killing her. A murderous intent surged in Lu Zhijin's eyes, making everyone present feel a chill.
"I didn't expect that what that maid said was true. General Lu really does have feelings for Princess Zhaoning."
"That's right, look how anxious General Lu is."
"How envious we are of Princess Zhaoning!" The young ladies who were secretly watching this scene whispered among themselves, some of them revealing envious glances.
"Brother Lu." Gu Xinglan and Ye Mufan greeted Lu Zhijin.
Lu Zhijin's face, which had been filled with murderous intent, softened slightly as he sincerely thanked the two: "Xinglan, Mufan, thank you for speaking up for Ayue this time."
He was fully aware of what had happened here, and he knew that the two of them had argued with the Fourth Princess over Xiao Siyue. Lu Zhijin was genuinely grateful to the two of them.
"What are you saying, Brother Lu? Yue'er and we are best friends, it's only right that we defend him." Gu Xinglan clicked her tongue inwardly. Brother Lu actually thanked them for Yue'er's sake, which meant he had included Yue'er in his own circle. She wondered when the two of them would get married. She was really looking forward to it.
Lu Zhijin smiled and didn't speak to the two of them again.
"Ah Yue, I'll have someone take you home. Leave the rest to me. You must have been frightened today. Get some rest when you get back," Lu Zhijin said gently to Xiao Siyue.
Xiao Siyue glanced at the person kneeling on the ground and the two princesses, and nodded gently: "Okay, then I'll go back first."
She believed that Lu Zhijin could handle these matters well; she was indeed a bit tired today.
Xiao Siyue started walking outside, stopping in front of the Fourth Princess. She glanced at her, her eyes devoid of any emotion, as if the princess had nothing to do with her, before continuing on her way.
However, that single glance was enough to pierce the already panicked Fourth Princess's heart like needles. Her eyes widened as she stared at the other person in disbelief, a surge of indescribable emotion welling up within her. It felt as if she had been slapped hard in public, leaving her utterly humiliated and utterly ashamed.
Especially the indifference in those eyes, as if silently mocking her overestimation of her abilities and her insignificance. The Fourth Princess felt as if she had become an insignificant being, utterly unworthy of even the slightest bit of his attention. This sense of humiliation surged into her heart like a tidal wave, almost drowning her.
Why should Xiao Siyue look at her like that? She is the noble princess, and Xiao Siyue can only look up to her, be humble and envious of her. She should live at her feet.
"Xiao Siyue, what right do you have to look at me like that? You lowly woman, what right do you have to look down on me? I am the princess of the Great Zhou Dynasty!" The Fourth Princess hysterically shouted at Xiao Siyue's back.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Siyue turned around and looked at the somewhat disheveled Fourth Princess: "The Fourth Princess should be thinking about how to protect her noble status right now, instead of staring at me like a madwoman."
Lu Zhijin, who was standing next to her, swept his eyes at the Fourth Princess like knives, making the Fourth Princess startled. Did he want to kill her?
No, no, although she comforted herself with these words, the Fourth Princess still subconsciously lowered her head and dared not speak again.