Reborn to raise a baby, Princess Heng has become stronger

Emperor Yuan Qing's order caught them off guard, and the Imperial Guards acted quickly. By the time Meng Yunshang reacted, Lu Chenxiao had already been hit three times on the back.

Seeing that he was about to continue, Meng Yunshang shouted "Stop".

Emperor Yuan Qing frowned and asked, "Mrs. Meng, what do you want to do?"

Meng Yunshang opened her arms and stood behind Lu Chenxiao, preventing the Imperial Guards from approaching.

"Your Majesty said that Prince Heng knew the law but broke it, disregarding the dignity of the royal family. Then I dare to ask Your Majesty, what is the law of the king, and what is the dignity of the royal family?"

"Chen Nuo was young, but he was already maliciously speculating and besieging his classmates. Uncle Chen allowed his son to commit crimes in the street. The emperor did not sentence them for knowingly breaking the law, but instead punished Prince Heng for protecting his wife and children. What's the logic behind this?"

"Also, who is disregarding the dignity of the royal family? The Chen family publicly humiliated the prince and princess of Heng, who were personally appointed by the emperor. The emperor did not seek justice for the victims, but instead spoke for the perpetrators. Who is hurting the dignity of the royal family?"

"Are you questioning me?"

"I am only speaking the truth. The prince is only trying to protect his wife and children. He did nothing wrong. Your Majesty should not punish him."

"What if I insist on punishing him?"

"Your Highness is right. If the Emperor insists on not knowing right from wrong, I am willing to take the punishment on your behalf."

"Since you are the victim, I can let you off the hook and punish only Lu Chenxiao. But if you insist on taking the punishment for him, the remaining forty-seven will be on you. Have you thought it through?"

Emperor Yuan Qing looked at Meng Yunshang seriously, as if trying to find the slightest possibility that she was lying or regretting something.

But Meng Yunshang spoke with a firm look, "Think it over carefully. This matter was caused by Huai'an and me. There is no reason for the prince to bear it alone. Husband and wife should advance and retreat together."

After saying that, Meng Yunshang walked over to Lu Chenxiao and knelt down, looking ready.

"Mrs. Meng, I will give you one more chance to regret. As long as you leave now, I will not care about your offense just now."

"I have no regrets."

"Lu Chenxiao has thick skin and tough flesh, so he may not be hurt even if he is beaten with fifty sticks, but you are different. If you suffer any hidden dangers from this, not only will I have no way to compensate you, but I will also immediately recruit new people to the palace."

"I am willing to share the responsibility with the prince because I cannot bear to see him being treated unfairly. It has nothing to do with whether the emperor will give the prince a new person."

In other words, even though she knew something bad had happened to her and Princess Heng would replace her with someone else, she was still willing to take the punishment on behalf of Lu Chenxiao.

Even Emperor Yuan Qing had never felt such a firm determination.

However, Empress Chen, who was standing by, seemed to have finally caught Meng Yunshang's handle, and said loudly to Yuan Qingsong, "Since Princess Heng is willing to take the punishment, then let's fulfill her wish."

I've never seen anything so stupid.

It would be fine if they shared the happiness, but they actually had to share the sins. Is Meng Yunshang mentally ill? Does she really think that if she shows her loyalty to the emperor in this way, Prince Heng will be moved?

Given King Heng's intelligent and cunning nature, he would definitely think she was extremely stupid.

Emperor Yuan Qing asked her thoughtfully, "Empress, do you think it is foolish for a husband and wife to be guilty of the same crime?"

Empress Chen blurted out, "That's stupid.

After she finished speaking, she discovered that the gaze that Emperor Yuan Qing gave her was icy cold.

Empress Chen panicked. She avoided Emperor Yuan Qing's gaze and winked at the imperial guards beside her, "What are you standing there for? Hurry up and do it!"

I was originally trying to find a reason to punish Meng Yunshang, but I didn't expect that she would take the initiative to ask for punishment.

Empress Chen's palms were sweating with excitement, and she wished she could carry out the execution herself.

The Royal Guards immediately raised their sticks.

But the next second Lu Chenxiao stood up, and did not forget to pull Meng Yunshang up as well.

"How dare Prince Heng!" Queen Chen shouted with a dark face.

Lu Chenxiao sneered, "In front of the Queen Mother and the Emperor, the Queen should put away her disgusting expression."

Queen: "..."

"Who allowed you to get up!" Emperor Yuan Qing snorted.

Lu Chenxiao raised his eyes and said in a defiant manner, "My brother should understand that some things should be stopped in moderation."

Emperor Yuan Qing was so angry that he laughed, "You only call me brother when you need something from me."

Lu Chenxiao did not deny his words.

He turned around and put his arm around Meng Yunshang's waist, explaining to her in a gentle voice, "My royal brother just tested you on purpose, but he didn't really want to punish me, and he wouldn't hurt you."

Meng Yunshang frowned at him. Although she didn't say anything, her eyes were clearly filled with resentment.

Lu Chenxiao boldly took the opportunity to kiss her lips, "I am so lucky to have Shang'er protecting me like this."

The tacit understanding between the two brothers over the years made him understand his brother's arrangements instantly.

But it was an unexpected surprise to receive her protection without fear of life and death.

The deep joy was about to overflow from his chest. At this moment, His Royal Highness Prince Heng only lacked a big tail that wagged wildly.

Meng Yunshang took two steps back and asked him in an indescribable manner, "Does it hurt?"

Lu Chenxiao waved his hand nonchalantly, "It doesn't hurt. This injury is nothing. I have suffered more serious injuries on the battlefield."

Emperor Yuanqing stroked his forehead.

He didn't want to admit at all that the person he couldn't lead was his own brother, who was born of the same mother.

Meng Yunshang sighed faintly, "The prince is really capable."

Lu Chenxiao understood instantly.

He immediately changed into a weak look, and leaned on Meng Yunshang's shoulder without caring about his image, groaning: "This king can't stand it at all. My back is seriously injured and it hurts a lot."

Meng Yunshang laughed, "Then I will find a doctor for the prince?"

"No need for a doctor, just hold me in your arms."

Meng Yunshang: “…”

"Cough cough!"

The Queen Mother, who had remained silent the whole time, couldn't bear to watch it any longer.

No matter how hard she tried, she could never have imagined that her youngest son, who was usually taciturn, would have such a worthless side.

Lu Chenxiao quickly returned to his cold and noble appearance, pulling Meng Yunshang in front of the empress dowager.

"Mother, everyone knows that you care about Huai'an, but he is being bullied like this now, you will definitely not stand idly by, right?"

The Queen Mother, who was placed at the highest moral point: "..."

However, Meng's words and actions today really surprised her.

Not only does she know how to love her son, but she also knows how to protect her husband.

At last she has some of the demeanor of a royal daughter-in-law, which is worth her attention over the years.

Compared with her, Queen Chen's majesty and character were far inferior.

Thinking of this, the Queen Mother looked at Empress Chen with dissatisfaction, and then said to Emperor Yuan Qing, "Prince Heng and his son are the true royal bloodline. Your Majesty, please don't put the cart before the horse."

"What the Queen Mother said is true. The Chen family father and son have been bullying others for a long time. I have long wanted to punish them severely."

"Huai'an is my precious baby. No one can bully him."

"Yes, don't worry, mother. I will handle this matter perfectly and properly, and will never let Huai'an suffer any injustice again."

The Queen Mother nodded, her eyes swept towards Meng Yunshang, and she said casually, "Since you have come to your senses, come to the palace more often. We are family after all. How can I eat you?"

Meng Yunshang frowned and said nothing.

The Queen Mother didn't get a response and looked unhappy.

She wanted to scold him out of habit, but met Lu Chenxiao's protective gaze, "Mother, Shang'er is timid, please don't scare her."

Queen Mother: "?"