Rebirth of a Lost Nation: Princess, Please Respect Yourself

There was a lot of noise in the hall and no one paid attention to Ning Yunxiao.

"Princess, please be careful with your words!" Bai Jinyuan said with a look of humiliation, "You said that nothing I said mattered, but please don't let this tarnish the reputation of the prince."

Jiang Lige didn't care. "How could you be so shameless as to tarnish the prince's reputation? Don't try to change the subject!"

"Princess, your words are without any evidence. I absolutely do not acknowledge them!"

"Okay, then why don't we ask Lord Wen from the Ministry of Justice to come and ask him about it? He saw something that night!"

"..." Bai Jinyuan knew that she had put on a show that night, but she couldn't refute it. Now she finally understood the feeling of shooting herself in the foot.

Seeing Bai Jinyuan defeated, Empress Xiao rushed to the rescue and blamed Jiang Lige.

"Not only did she copy the girl's things, she also posted them all over the city. The princess's behavior is not only against the rules, but her character is also questionable."

Jiang Lige's face flushed with anger. "If she dares to write, why shouldn't I dare to copy? Or does the Empress think that seducing someone else's fiancé is within the rules and shows her character?"

This question seemed to imply that Empress Xiao was behind the incident.

Realizing this, Empress Xiao grew even angrier. "Princess Zhaohua hasn't even married into Prince Zhao's palace yet, yet she's already taking charge of Prince Zhao's harem. She's not afraid of being called a jealous woman!"

"Bah! Everyone knows Sheng Ling is engaged to the prince, and yet we haven't even gotten married yet, and Bai Jinyuan keeps throwing herself at him. She's not afraid of being stabbed in the back, so why should I be afraid?"

Empress Xiao snorted lightly and retorted nonchalantly:

"It's normal for this man and woman to have some feelings for each other since they're both unmarried."

"How dare the Queen say that this wishful thinking is called love between a man and a concubine? I beg to differ!"

Jiang Lige's eyes were slightly cold, and the cold and noble air she exuded was very different from her usual approachable demeanor, which made everyone present realize it for the first time.

Jiang Lige is worthy of being the legitimate princess of Nanchu. Her demeanor is something that no ordinary girl can possess.

"In my opinion, this matter concerns the diplomatic relations between the two countries. It is not just a trivial matter of lingering affection! Bai Jinyuan knew this and still deliberately pestered me. Those who didn't know would think she had objections to the emperor's will!"

Jiang Lige had finished speaking. With such a big hat put on her, how could Empress Xiao dare to respond?

So he glared at Bai Jinyuan unhappily. The most important thing now was to clear himself!

Therefore, Empress Xiao sighed and advised with the tone of someone who had experienced it.

"This matter is indeed a bit inappropriate, but it is normal for men to have three wives and four concubines. Women, after all, have to go through this hurdle..."

"That's different!" She denied it eagerly and loudly. During the pause, the girl seemed to realize that there was something wrong with her words, but she bit her lip stubbornly, her eyes slowly reddening, "If the prince speaks..."

Anyone who saw this look would say that she was jealous, but when Ning Yunxiao saw this, he only felt an indescribable feeling in his heart.

She seemed to be somewhat happy, but at the same time, she felt distressed because of those red eyes.

Then, everyone present saw Ning Yunxiao, who had been silent all this time, stride forward and stop beside Jiang Lige.

"Wang Su is content with having only one wife in his life and has no intention of taking a concubine."

Before everyone could recover from Ning Yunxiao's promise, they saw him slowly handing over a handkerchief, his tone helpless yet doting.

"There is no need to worry about that, Princess."

Now, let alone others, even Jiang Lige, the "player in the game", was stunned where he was.

Jiang Lige was just now fully fired up and angrily criticized Bai Jinyuan, because she really didn't see Ning Yunxiao enter, otherwise she wouldn't be so shameless as to act out her "deep love" in public.

Moreover, there were some other thoughts in the play just now. A smart person like Ning Yunxiao would not fail to see it. She never expected Ning Yunxiao to have such a reaction.

Seeing her stunned, Ning Yunxiao's lips couldn't help but rise a little, "Why, Princess, you don't believe it?"

"Ah?" Jiang Lige finally came to his senses and nodded like a chicken pecking at rice. "I believe it!"

Hearing this, someone felt embarrassed, avoided Jiang Lige's gaze, and saluted Emperor Shengwu.

"I'm sorry to bother your Majesty."

"Wang Su has indeed grown up and can be given a great responsibility. I am very pleased."

Emperor Shengwu was in a very good mood after reading gossip for a while. He stroked his beard and smiled contentedly, and his eyes were full of love when he looked at Ning Yunxiao.

Seeing this look, Empress Xiao felt nervous and she quickly changed the subject.

"Your Majesty is absolutely right. First you should get married and then you should build a career. The prince's marriage should also be prepared."

Empress Xiao's words were very much to Emperor Shengwu's liking. He nodded and said, "Yes, this matter will be handed over to the Empress. It must be handled with great fanfare."

"I obey your command." Empress Xiao replied with a smile, and was about to leave with Bai Jinyuan in a low-key manner. However, when she turned around, she saw Jiang Lige staring at her with interest.

Empress Xiao's heart tightened and she hurriedly got up to leave.

Jiang Lige spoke at the right time and stopped Empress Xiao from taking action.

"Zhaohua respectfully bids farewell to the Empress. Today, for the Empress's sake, this matter will be dropped. However, I am a very petty person. I hope Miss Bai will not do such a ridiculous thing again in the future."

Jiang Lige spoke very politely. At this point, he paused for a moment and smiled brightly at Empress Xiao.

"Thank you, Queen, for your guidance."

Listening to these words, it is simply the ultimate interpretation of "forgive others when you can."

Empress Xiao was so angry at Jiang Lige that her teeth ached. Why weren't you so magnanimous when you were finding fault with others before!

It's really cheap and yet still behave well!

Now, just one sentence has tied her and Bai Jinyuan together. If Bai Jinyuan does such a stupid thing again next time, she will not be able to get out of it!

Unfortunately, Jiang Lige's words were impeccable.

Empress Xiao naturally could not swallow this humiliation, but she did not dare to embarrass Jiang Lige in front of Emperor Shengwu, so she could only look at Bai Jinyuan angrily.

Bai Jinyuan knew that Empress Xiao was giving her one last chance. If she couldn't seize it...

From that day on, there was no place for him in the Queen's palace anymore.

Thinking of this, Bai Jinyuan shed some tears with true emotion. After all, Empress Xiao was her greatest support in the palace!

Bai Jinyuan knelt down with tears in her eyes, her thin body trembling, tears streaming down her face before she could speak.

"I am guilty and dare not bring shame upon the Empress! Although I created this painting, Your Majesty and Empress, please understand that I truly have no improper thoughts about the Crown Prince!"

Empress Xiao also cooperated and glared at him, "Why are you drawing a small portrait of a human being when you have no ill intentions?"

Bai Jinyuan bowed her head in shame. "I was entrusted by my late mother to find a good match for my younger sister. That's why I painted this portrait of a noble and virtuous young man of marriageable age in the capital..."