The Flourishing Era of Female Merchants

Before long, the wedding ceremony was completed. According to today's procedure, the two newlywed couples should return to their respective residences. The subsequent banquet and bridal chamber should also be held in their respective residences. However, at this moment, neither of the grooms seemed to have any intention of leaving.

Qinglan was unwilling to leave, naturally because he was worried about Anmi. Empress Feng's words just now clearly indicated that she had seized on Bai Yi's weakness and would spare no effort to crush him. His staying would at least provide some protection for Anmi. Besides that... Qinglan glanced at Bai Yi with some displeasure. Based on his understanding of the third prince, he wouldn't have made Anmi wear this outfit for no reason. What exactly was Bai Yi trying to do?

Like Qinglan, Feng Yu also had this question in his mind. Thinking about his plan, Feng Yu's brows furrowed noticeably, and the color in his eyes became even more somber.

Almost everyone's eyes were once again focused on An Mi and Bai Yi, as if they were waiting for a good show.

"Father, I have something to report to you. Please move aside..." Qinglan could not hold back any longer. After thinking it over, the only way to prevent her father's anger from being directed at Anmi and to guard against any possible actions by Baiyi was to lure her father away.

But drawing Emperor Mingde away was no easy task.

Empress Feng immediately objected, interrupting Qinglan with a smile, "The Crown Prince is devoted to the affairs of the court and serves His Majesty with utmost loyalty. Everyone knows this. Today is your wedding day, and even if there is something of great importance, it is not as important as your bride by your side. His Majesty is a wise ruler and will understand. If there is anything, you can report it after today. Your Majesty, don't you agree?"

How could Emperor Mingde not see through Qinglan's thoughts? Both of his sons were infatuated with that woman. This Anmi was truly a scourge!

Thinking back to his previous summoning of her to the capital to do embroidery, Emperor Mingde felt even more regretful. However, as the ruler of a country, he did not believe that he could not deal with such a little girl!

"Third Prince!" Emperor Mingde raised his voice, his firm tone commanding and brute force, brooking no argument. "You will wait for me in the Imperial Study!"

Emperor Mingde had been on the throne for so many years, and with his sons, he naturally knew them to some extent. He already knew what he wanted to do by having An Mi wear this outfit to the palace today. If any other princes dared to be so bold, he would have shown no mercy long ago, but Bai Yi was different.

Emperor Mingde narrowed his eyes. This son was very important to the entire Jin Dynasty. Before he had completely controlled him, he absolutely could not put the two of them in an absolutely opposing position.

He wouldn't let him reveal his intentions in front of so many people.

As Emperor Mingde spoke, he stood up, his face serious.

Empress Feng frowned, a sense of panic rising within her. If the Emperor summoned Bai Yi away like this, wouldn't her hopes be dashed? No, she couldn't let this opportunity slip away. Bai Yi's intentions were so clear; she wanted to use this chance to make the Emperor and Bai Yi fall out completely. Who would benefit then?

Empress Feng secretly plotted in her heart, then loudly reprimanded, "How dare you, Anmi! Who gave you permission to wear this outfit? Do you know what this outfit represents? I know you want to marry the Prince of Bohai, to become the Princess of Bohai, to rise to a higher social status, but the Emperor has not yet granted your marriage. And yet you wear this outfit, are you here to show off to the Emperor and to our royal family?"

Empress Feng disregarded the presence of so many people, and even the fact that it was the wedding day of Qinglan and Feng Yu, the two newlywed couples. With a serious expression, she roared at An Mi. At this moment, she could not directly ask the Emperor to handle the matter in person, nor could she directly confront Bai Yi. Therefore, the only way was to target An Mi.

Over the past few days, Empress Feng has come to understand one thing: An Mi is of extraordinary significance to Bai Yi. Her attack on An Mi today is intended to provoke Bai Yi. Once Bai Yi is angered, this incident will undoubtedly be stirred up.

Hehe, such a good opportunity has fallen into her hands, how could she not make good use of it?

Empress Feng was calculating in her heart, while also waiting for Bai Yi's response.

An Mi was startled and thought to herself that something was wrong. As intelligent as she was, she had already vaguely guessed Empress Feng's intention the moment she made her move. Was she trying to provoke Bai Yi?

An Mi knew that Bai Yi was always a rational person, but he was also someone who was never afraid of trouble. If this matter escalated...

Without even glancing at Bai Yi, An Mi subconsciously didn't want to see this matter escalate. If Bai Yi angered Emperor Mingde, Empress Feng would benefit for nothing.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty the Empress, I beg your forgiveness. I was rash and did not know the significance of this dress. I saw it this morning and liked it very much, but I carelessly overlooked the fact that it is not something I should wear. Your Majesty, Your Majesty the Empress, I cannot excuse myself by saying that ignorance is no excuse, but today is the wedding day of His Highness the First Prince and General Feng Yu. It is really not worth it for Your Majesty and Your Majesty the Empress to spoil the mood and atmosphere for me."

Anmi knelt on the ground, speaking each word with neither arrogance nor servility.

Empress Feng's eyes narrowed. This girl was indeed very clever; she was protecting Bai Yi!

Empress Feng couldn't help but take another look at An Mi. She had to seriously consider this woman. If An Mi became Bai Yi's concubine and couldn't be controlled by her, it would ultimately give Bai Yi wings, which would undoubtedly be detrimental to them.

Previously, Empress Feng was 90% confident that she could control An Mi, but now, she was not so sure. An Mi, ah An Mi, is really not an easy person to control!

Empress Feng had no choice but to consider the matter at length.

"Ha, what a fine Prince of Bohai! I thought he would be a man of courage and integrity, but I'm afraid not. His own woman has made a mistake, and he just stands by and watches her be punished?" Empress Feng sneered. Wasn't An Mi trying to quell the trouble? Although An Mi was not to be underestimated, she didn't believe that An Mi could really turn the tables on her again and again.

An Mi frowned. Bai Yi, who had been silent all along, raised the corner of his mouth slightly, but he didn't even glance at Empress Feng. It seemed that he didn't take Empress Feng's provocation seriously at all. Today, he would still carry out his plan, no matter what the emperor's attitude was or what Empress Feng was secretly planning!

This action was clearly seen by everyone present, and the onlookers couldn't help but gasp in shock. This King of Bohai was so audacious!

Everyone glanced at Empress Feng, but only once, not daring to linger on her. The Empress, who was clearly suppressing her anger, was not someone to be trifled with. At this moment, everyone knew that they must not provoke her anger. The wise choice was to carefully remain invisible and observe the unfolding drama.