The Concubine Strikes Back: The Marquis Insists on Me to Be His Wife

"Swords have no eyes, Qing'er, don't worry, these are just minor injuries that are insignificant. You must pay attention to your own safety first. I have to go to the palace." Jiang Weiyang looked hurried and anxious as he gave his instructions, then turned around and was about to leave.

Su Qing was quick to reach out and hold him, her eyebrows furrowed, her pretty face full of worry, and she asked anxiously, "What should we do with Princess Jin? What's the situation now?"

"She's just a hostage, why should you care about her?" Jiang Weiyang raised his eyebrows slightly, with a bit of disdain and indifference in his tone, as if he didn't care about the princess of the Jin Dynasty at all.

Su Qing bit her lip, her eyes flashing with determination and full of disapproval, "You can't say that. After all, she has a special status. If something goes wrong, it may cause a dispute between the two countries."

Jiang Weiyang frowned, a trace of helplessness appeared on his face, "Qing'er, you are too kind-hearted. The situation is tense now. I will go to the palace to report to the emperor. We can discuss these trivial matters later."

After that, he struggled to break free of Su Qing's hand and walked out the door at a brisk pace. Su Qing looked at his receding back, the tall but slightly hurried figure gradually disappeared from her sight, her heart was full of worry, and her hands twisted the handkerchief unconsciously.

When Jiang Weiyang entered the palace, the emperor was discussing important matters with the ministers in the magnificent palace. Jiang Weiyang knelt on one knee, clasped his hands, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, I have something to discuss with you alone."

The emperor sat on the dragon throne, his eyes fell on the bloody wound on Jiang Weiyang's arm, his brows slightly frowned, with a look of concern, he said: "Go call the imperial physician, take the young marquis to the side hall, treat his wound first. Come back and tell me."

"Thank you, Your Majesty." Jiang Weiyang stood up and hurried to the side hall following the eunuch.

The emperor ordered all the ministers who were discussing the matter to leave. When they arrived at the side hall, the imperial physician had just treated Jiang Weiyang's wound.

After Jiang Weiyang thanked the imperial physician with gratitude, he waved his hand to signal the imperial physician to leave first.

"Your Majesty, after much investigation and careful consideration, I suspect that someone in the court is secretly colluding with the Jin Kingdom." Jiang Weiyang had a serious face and bowed to the emperor to make suggestions.

After hearing this, the emperor's face instantly became solemn, his brows furrowed, and his eyes revealed deep worry. He realized that this incident might be far more than a simple conflict on the surface. It is very likely to involve the intricate relationship between the two countries and even affect the country's safety and future direction.

At this moment, a guard with a hurried look came to report that the envoy from the Jin Kingdom was asking for a meeting outside the palace.

The emperor narrowed his eyes slightly, pondered for a moment, and decided without hesitation to let Jiang Weiyang leave first. He wanted to meet this unexpected envoy from the Jin Kingdom in person and try to find some clues from his words and attitude.

"Your Majesty, to ensure your safety, please let me stay by your side!" Jiang Weiyang said anxiously with a worried look on his face.

"It's okay, you can just stay behind the screen for now! I have been practicing martial arts since I was young, so I have some skills. Even if I encounter an emergency, I can handle it. Go!" The emperor's tone was firm and unquestionable.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Jiang Weiyang responded helplessly, then carefully retreated behind the screen.

"Send it in." The emperor ordered Eunuch Li. He just couldn't believe it. Something happened just now, and now he's here to see the emperor? Humph~ He must have lost his wife and his army, so he's here to ask for benefits!

"Summon the envoy from the Jin Kingdom to see the emperor~~~" Eunuch Li's sharp voice sounded.

After a while, a burly envoy dressed in the unique clothing of the Jin Dynasty strode into the hall. He bowed slightly, but his face was not very respectful. He said, "Your Majesty, I came here because of the conflict today."

The emperor sneered and said, "Oh? Then the envoy might as well speak directly."

"Such a big conflict has occurred at today's wedding. I wonder how His Majesty the Emperor will deal with my Princess Jin?"

"What does the envoy think of today's incident? Was the Kingdom of Jin involved?"

The envoy raised his head slightly and said, "Your Majesty, it is unfortunate that our Princess of the Kingdom of Jin was frightened in your country. As for whether our country will participate, Your Majesty should have a clear idea in his mind. Now, if this matter is not properly resolved, I am afraid it will be difficult to explain to the people of the two countries."

The emperor looked at her fiercely and said, "Humph! I will investigate thoroughly. If someone is really deliberately instigating, I will not let them off easily. But if the Kingdom of Jin has played a role in this, I will never let it go!"

The envoy twitched his lips and said, "Your Majesty, please don't speak carelessly. Now that the princess is frightened, your country should give an explanation and show enough sincerity to appease her."

The emperor put his hands behind his back, paced back and forth, and said, "Then according to the envoy's opinion, what should I do?"

The envoy stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, you should pay apology with a generous gift and allocate a few cities as compensation to the princess, so as to show your country's sincerity."

The emperor's eyes widened with anger, and he shouted angrily, "How dare you! You are clearly taking advantage of the situation! Don't even think about taking an inch of my city! Every inch of my land carries the expectations and trust of the people, how can I allow you to covet it so wantonly!"

Upon hearing this, the envoy's face instantly darkened as if water could drip out of it. He said coldly, "Your Majesty is so tough. Could it be that you don't want to resolve this matter and want to be the enemy of our Jin Kingdom? Isn't Your Majesty afraid of sparking a war between the two countries and causing countless lives to be lost?"

"Come here, capture him for me!" the emperor shouted in anger.

"Your Majesty, please calm down. Since ancient times, two armies have not killed envoys in a war." Eunuch Li on the side hurriedly knelt down and spoke, beads of sweat rolling down his forehead, and his expression was extremely nervous.

"Hmph~ The Jin Kingdom has invaded repeatedly. There is no need to discuss this matter anymore, and the marriage is over! Take your Jin princess back!" The emperor crossed his arms across his chest, his attitude firm, and there was no room for compromise in his tone.

"Does Sheng Kingdom mean that it no longer wants to have friendly diplomatic relations with Jin Kingdom?" The envoy raised his voice, with a threatening and questioning tone.

At this moment, Jiang Weiyang strode out from behind the screen and said loudly: "Messenger, please don't be so aggressive. This matter still needs to be considered in the long run and cannot be hastily concluded.

The situation is tense now, and any carelessness will lead to serious consequences. I hope the Kingdom of Jin can think calmly and find a proper solution, and not let the people fall into dire straits because of a momentary impulse."

"Lord Jiang is here too. Lord Jiang is here to show his respect!" The messenger leaned forward slightly. "Does Lord Jiang have any way to compensate me?"

"If you want friendly relations, how can you let our country pay compensation blindly? Those who don't know would think that the Jin Kingdom is deliberately provoking trouble to ask for compensation! Is the envoy right or wrong?"