Splendid Twins

Thinking of this, Si Yao's eyebrows were filled with extreme coldness, and he said to himself:

Zhou Yao, listen carefully, I have never thought of stealing your body, never!

If she could be blessed by the master, she hoped that one day her soul would return to her hometown, to the place where she grew up, where she had her companions, friends and confidants. She also missed her master.

It's not that this place is bad, but it's not suitable for her. She now lives in a social environment with strict class system. However, she doesn't understand it all. In her eyes, people should be equal and should not be divided into different classes due to differences in birth. She firmly believes that everyone should have the right to pursue their own dreams and happiness, rather than being bound by the inherent class system.

She couldn't agree with those cumbersome and complicated etiquettes. In her opinion, treating people sincerely was far more important than those superficial etiquettes. She would not deliberately change her behavior to please others, nor would she feel ashamed for not knowing etiquette. True politeness was respect and understanding from the heart, not simple formalism.

As for imperial power, she never regarded it as the supreme existence. Imperial power was only a force in society, not a sacred existence that decided everything. She would not blindly respect imperial power, nor would she sacrifice her principles to maintain it. In her view, imperial power should serve the people, not be above the people.

She is not bound by etiquette and laws, and does not fear the majesty of imperial power. With all the above, she dared to show the slightest difference from others. The consequences can be imagined. She cannot afford the price of making an enemy of the entire dynasty!

"What are you thinking about?"

Seeing that she looked unhappy, Zhou Yu thought that he was not concerned about her, but was worried about his sister's health...

"nothing."

Si Yao replied expressionlessly, and anyone with a discerning eye could tell that she was in a bad mood.

"Homesick? I owe you a favor this time, and I will repay you when I return to Beijing."

A hint of smile flashed in Zhou Yu's eyes. This monster changed his expression as he said it would, which was quite straightforward.

"How do you repay me? Kill me, the righteous one? Or repay kindness with hatred and burn this evil thing of mine?"

Si Yao felt a boiling anger in his heart, and he spoke sharply and pressed forward step by step.

"Aiyah, hush, are you crazy?"

Zhou Yu was so anxious that he reached out to grab her. Why was she so angry?

He didn't say what to do with her...

"What if someone hears you yelling?"

Si Yao sneered:

"That's exactly what you want. Only by getting rid of me can your sister come back!"

Zhou Yu frowned, stared at her intently, and looked gloomy:

"Nonsense!"

Si Yao also lowered her voice and said angrily

"Then don't provoke me again and again!"

After saying that, she rode away on her horse. Zhou Yu, who was left behind, stared at her back in deep thought.

I'll go back and discuss it with my father. Yaoyao has to come back safe and sound. She... that's all. It's enough to have a good relationship with her and for everyone to live in peace.

At this time, Zhenguo Gong was discussing matters in his study room when suddenly there was a knock on the door.

"My Lord, Eunuch Hui is here."

"Bring us tea and treat us well."

"Eunuch Hui came with the imperial edict..."

The Duke of Zhenguo raised his eyes and signaled to several of his subordinates. After they left, he stood up and said:

"Prepare the incense table and change the ceremonial robes for the Duke."

"Yes."

Ever since the incident between Zhou Wan and Prince Li caused a stir, the Duke of Zhenguo submitted a petition for sick leave to the palace that day. Whether he was really sick or pretending to be sick, this was his attitude towards the royal family.

It is difficult to judge right or wrong in matters between men and women. In the eyes of outsiders, the woman is always at a disadvantage. He lowered his posture so that His Majesty would know what was going on and the Duke's Mansion would also gain a good reputation.

"It is God's destiny, the emperor decreed:

I believe that morality is the most important thing, and it is actually a status. The rules of the royal palace should also be followed. Now there is Zhou Wan, the daughter of the Duke of Zhenguo. She has a good character, talent and beauty. She should be granted as the concubine of the Prince of Li to honor the grand ceremony and show the emperor's grace. From now on, you should abide by the rules of a woman, assist the prince, and work together to promote the prosperity of the royal palace.

This decree has been issued, and all should obey it. "

Zhou Wan, who was kneeling on the ground, raised her head in disbelief. Why wasn't she a princess?

She is going to be the principal wife of Prince Li!

"Did you hear me wrong, eunuch? How could I be a concubine?"

"Shut up!"

"presumptuous!"

"Bastard!"

"Wan'er..."

The whole palace knelt to listen to the imperial edict. Zhou Wan's words and deeds were so rude that she would probably be charged with contempt for the emperor's grace!

Everyone in the Duke's Mansion kowtowed in fear, and the Duke of Zhenguo said with a sullen face:

"Your Majesty, we are guilty of a thousand crimes and deserve death. We beg Your Majesty to forgive our ignorant sins and give us a chance to reform."

Eunuch Hui raised his hand, walked up to the Duke of Zhenguo, bowed slightly, and said respectfully:

"My Lord, please forgive me for not understanding the rules."

As he spoke, he walked around the others and approached Zhou Wan, with a look of displeasure in his eyes. Before Zhou Wan could react, everyone else was also caught off guard.

"Snapped!"

"Snapped!"

The old eunuch slapped Zhou Wan's face with two powerful slaps, causing her skin to turn red and swollen. She fell to the ground and was in so much pain that tears instantly flowed from her eyes.

Eunuch Hui withdrew his hand and said calmly:

"I am following the orders of the Imperial Concubine to give Miss Zhou some advice and remind you that you were hit twice in Yanhui Tower because you spoke rudely just now. Please cultivate your character and be careful with your words and actions in the future!"

Everyone fell silent for a moment. The old lady's mind was as clear as a mirror. Concubine Wei was using both kindness and force to remind the Duke's Mansion how she got the position of concubine. Due to the power of the Duke's Mansion, the royal family gave this favor. As for Zhou Wan's future situation in the royal family, the Duke's Mansion had no right to interfere!

The Duke of Zhenguo personally escorted Eunuch Hui out of the house. The old lady led everyone back to the lobby. After they sat down, a maid immediately served them hot tea.

No one dared to move or speak inside the room.

Hearing Zhou Wan's intermittent sniffing, the old lady became furious and threw the teacup to the ground.

"boom!"

"You still have the nerve to cry, Zhang, this is the good daughter you raised!"

The Duke's wife knelt on the ground, looking ashamed and angry:

"Mother, please calm down. It's your daughter-in-law's fault for not educating her well...."

"If it was Yaoyao today, she would never bring shame to the mansion. How can you let people outside talk about our Zhenguo Mansion?"

"Mother……"

"Humph! You mother and daughter can't tolerate others, but today you got what you wanted!"

The old lady showed no mercy to the Duke's wife and was extremely dissatisfied with her. She was very selfish. If she had kept Yaoyao and taught this bastard a good lesson, the two sisters would have supported and relied on each other. With Yaoyao watching by their side, this bastard would not have been so bold!

"Mother, please don't be angry. We have a concubine in our house. This is a happy event..."

Wei had seen enough of the excitement and comforted the old lady softly. She walked over to the old lady and helped her to calm down. She stood right in front of the Duke's wife, so that it looked as if the Duke's wife was kneeling down to her.