Murong Xuanyi quickly stepped forward to explain, "Father, calm down. Lord Yuan's actions are truly to save lives. Students at Xinglin Medical College have all learned that this method is called cardiopulmonary resuscitation and artificial respiration, which can save lives at critical moments. Father, please understand this carefully."

Murong Xuanyu, Murong Xuanzhou, Song Yanshu, Luo Huaicheng, Wei Ruchi and others knelt down and said, "Master Yuan is an upright and honest person. I hope that the Emperor will understand!"

As soon as these words fell, someone from the Prince's party immediately refuted: "Your Majesty, Prince Jing has always been on good terms with Lord Yuan. Regardless of whether this was done to save someone, it is true that Lord Yuan defiled the princess."

At this time, Princess Hengyang looked at the Crown Prince calmly, and the Crown Prince nodded at her. She immediately said, "Father, how will this daughter marry in the future? Please make the decision for this daughter."

Queen Wang said gently at this time: "Your Majesty, why not give Yuan Ying to Hengyang as a consort. I think they are a perfect match. Why don't you make it happen, Your Majesty?"

The prince also said, "Yes, father, sister Hengyang has just reached the right age to get married. Since Lord Yuan has been intimate with sister Hengyang, I hope your father will approve it."

The prince knew that if he didn't completely anger his father, considering Yuan Ying's current importance in his father's heart, he would probably only be punished with a punishment that was neither too light nor too severe.

Murong Xuanyi glanced at the prince with cold eyes, and the prince gave him a smug smile.

After listening to what Queen Wang and the Crown Prince said, the Emperor pondered for a moment, then softened his tone and said with a smile, "Well, if that's the case, I will decree that Yuan Ying be married to Hengyang as his consort.

Yuan Ying, even though you have someone you love, you must treat the princess wholeheartedly from now on."

In fact, Emperor Kang Ren didn't know how to deal with Yuan Ying at this time. He knew that Yuan Ying was a rare talent, and it would be great if he could become his son-in-law. In their Great Xia Dynasty, there was no saying that Princess Shang could not be an official.

Yuan Ying was horrified when he heard this. He caught a glimpse of the Queen and the Crown Prince's expressions and instantly understood their intentions. He knew that this situation would not end well. Whatever, it is a blessing in disguise. If it is a disaster, it is inevitable.

She quickly calmed herself down and knelt down to thank the emperor, but her words were firm: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace, but I really cannot obey your command."

boom……

As soon as these words came out, there was a sudden silence all around, so quiet that only the sound of wind blowing across the water could be heard.

When Princess Hengyang heard this, she was filled with shame and anger and glared at him.

Emperor Kang Ren, who was smiling just a second ago, now had a gloomy look on his face, and a murderous look in his eyes. He sat down on the armchair brought by the eunuchs. He looked down at Yuan Ying and said:

"What did you say?"

The prince was secretly delighted when he saw this. Openly disobeying the emperor's order is a capital crime. Yuan Ying, I want to see how you can escape this disaster.

The ministers and princes were either worried or happy, or gloating, and they all held their breath, watching the emperor's reaction.

Murong Xuanyi clenched his hands slightly, glanced at Yuan Ying, knelt down in front of Emperor Kang Ren and said, "Father, Lord Yuan is devoted to the country and has no intention of starting a family. Please take back your order!"

King Yu on the side snorted coldly and mocked him, "Fifth brother, you are begging for Yuan Ying so much, is it true that you two are having an affair as the rumors say?"

This statement was undoubtedly an insult to the two of them. It also confirmed that they had a close relationship.

The originally quiet lake became even quieter at this moment. All the ministers were silent and dared not make any sound.

Emperor Kang Ren glanced at Murong Xuanyi coldly, his face gloomy and terrifying. In anger, he slammed the handle of the imperial chair and shouted: "Bold Yuan Ying, do you know what the consequences of disobeying the imperial edict are?"

Song Yanshu stepped forward to defend Yuan Ying: "Your Majesty, Lord Yuan's loyalty is evident to all. I hope Your Majesty will show mercy and revoke your order!"

Afterwards, Murong Xuanyu, Murong Xuanzhou, Luo Huaicheng and others also knelt down and pleaded in unison: "I hope the emperor will take back his order!"

"Are you planning a rebellion?" Emperor Kang Ren was furious, his voice full of majesty and anger.

Yuan Ying glanced at the people who were pleading for him, took a deep breath, and replied calmly: "I know."

"You know your crime, yet you still dare to disobey my order!" Emperor Kang Ren glared at Yuan Ying, "How many people dream of becoming a royal consort, but you are so ungrateful. Could it be that it is really as Prince Yu said...you and Prince Jing..."

"Your Majesty!" Yuan Ying interrupted him and decided to face everything calmly.

Emperor Kang Ren's eyes were as sharp as an eagle's, fixed on Yuan Ying. He thought to himself that if Yuan Ying really had an affair with the prince he relied on the most, then no matter how talented he was, he would be doomed.

Murong Xuanyi knew that his father wanted to kill Yuan Ying at this time, and he quickly calculated in his mind how to mobilize the 100,000 troops in the suburbs and the subsequent retreat. He must protect Yuan Ying, even if he had to bear the stigma of rebelling, even if it cost him his life.

He thought for a moment and said, "Father..."

"emperor."

"My relationship with Prince Jing is innocent. I don't want to marry the princess because..." She glanced at Murong Xuanyi, then glanced at all the ministers out of the corner of her eye, and told the truth in their staring eyes.

"Because I am a girl, women cannot marry each other. I hope the emperor will revoke his order!" She looked directly at Emperor Kang Ren and said.

Yuan Ying's voice was sonorous and powerful, echoing in everyone's ears. Everyone was shocked and looked at her in disbelief.

Emperor Kang Ren was even more shocked. He stared at Yuan Ying in front of him with wide eyes and was speechless for a moment. The whole audience was silent. The ministers looked at each other in bewilderment. They dared not say anything at this time, fearing that the disaster would affect them.

Murong Xuanyu, Murong Xuanzhou and others were shocked, but also had a little more admiration. Especially Luo Huaicheng, he re-examined the once vigorous and resolute Lady Yuan, she turned out to be a heroine.

At this time, Song Yanshu quietly retreated behind the crowd, with a plan in mind. If the emperor really wanted to kill Yuan Ying, he vowed to do his best to save her and take her away to the mountains.

Queen Wang, the Crown Prince, the Imperial Concubine, and Prince Rui were all delighted. The Crown Prince had originally only intended to use the Hengyang marriage as an excuse to disobey the imperial order, but he had never expected to be given such a big surprise. Yuan Ying would surely die this time.

He immediately stepped forward and said, "Bold Yuan Ying, how dare you deceive the emperor. Father, I think Yuan Ying should be executed immediately!" said the prince righteously.

Emperor Kang Ren remained silent, still digesting this sudden truth.

Murong Xuanyi was extremely anxious. He did not expect Yuan Ying to tell the truth at this time. "Father, although Yuan Ying is a woman, her talent is not inferior to that of a man. Please think twice!"

As soon as these words came out, Prince Rui took the opportunity to attack: "Fifth brother, I'm afraid you have known for a long time that Master Yuan is a girl."

The Imperial Concubine added fuel to the fire when she saw this: "No wonder Prince Jing refused to marry the Prime Minister's daughter. It turns out Prince Jing has higher ambitions. He wants to marry the Prime Minister." Anyone with a discerning eye could understand what she meant.

Yuan Ying quickly clarified: "Prince Jing is not aware of my daughter's identity. I hope the emperor will understand." After saying that, Yuan Ying quickly glanced at Murong Xuanyi, signaling him not to be impulsive.

The Imperial Concubine laughed with a hint of amusement: "So that's how it is. No wonder Lord Yuan didn't hesitate to mobilize the whole city and the people to rescue Qin Zhichu from the Dali Temple. He even used his eloquence to fight against all the officials and swore to protect Qin Zhichu. It turns out that all this was paving the way for today's situation."

This statement immediately aroused the anger of the ministers: "No wonder Lord Yuan strongly advocates women's rights. He even spared no effort to instill the concept of gender equality in the people of Daxia in the academy he founded. It turns out that there is such a deep meaning behind it!"

Upon hearing this, Emperor Kang Ren stared at Yuan Ying with a sharp gaze, his tone full of anger: "You are really very good."

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