The Poisonous Consort, the Regent's Beloved

“Princess Yongle is just a maid, why bother getting angry with her?” Ren Yingxue finally couldn’t sit still any longer and spoke up to persuade her.

Others chimed in, and the room was filled with voices of persuasion.

With Miss Ren's persuasion, they should at least give her some face. Just when the others thought the matter was over, Su Fuying's red lips parted slightly: "Girl? Does a little girl have the right to plot against a princess at will?"

Ren Yinxue laughed it off, saying, "How could it be a plot? It was just an accident."

After all, this is the Ren residence. If Su Fuying were to spread rumors that they had plotted to harm the princess, it would be of little consequence, but she cannot afford to have even the slightest stain on her record right now.

"With this whole pot of boiling water poured on me, if it weren't for the cold weather today and the fact that I'm dressed warmly, would I still be standing here talking to you?" Su Fuying sneered, her tone icy.

She glanced down at her soaked clothes, the sticky feeling fueling her anger. She glared at the trembling maid kneeling on the ground.

The burning pain in her waist made her even angrier; she had only been distracted for a moment when the maid bumped into her.

As for what kind of drama would unfold later, she knew it all, but right now, Su Fuying coldly glanced at the maid kneeling on the ground.

Although the maid was trembling and looked frightened, a closer look revealed that her heartbeat and breathing remained unchanged, indicating that she was very confident.

Looking at her hands clasped together at her waist, there was a thin layer of calluses on the base of her thumbs, clearly the result of long-term martial arts training.

Su Fuying sneered inwardly. This maid was clearly instigated, but she herself was not entirely innocent.

If you choose to do bad things, you must be prepared to bear the consequences.

Before Ren Yinxue could speak, Su Fuying ordered, "Guards, drag this lowly servant away and beat her to death!"

"What?!" Ren Yinxue slammed her hand on the table in shock, her eyes wide with anger. "How dare you deal with my people on my turf!"

"What, does my word not carry any weight?" Su Fuying looked at the servants outside the door with an expressionless face and her eyes were as cold as frost.

The servants who had previously looked down on Su Fuying were now starting to feel uneasy.

Logically speaking, the princess's status is indeed higher than their young lady's, but Miss Ren hasn't spoken up...

"Su Fuying, how dare you! You have no right to act like a tyrant in my mansion!"

Ren Yinxue's usually dignified face twisted slightly, and her eyes seemed to spit fire.

Su Fuying simply stared at Ren Yinxue calmly, without any change in expression. "What? Does Miss Ren have any objections to His Majesty's decision?"

"What?" Ren Yinxue thought she had misheard. What did this have to do with His Majesty? She stared wide-eyed at Su Fuying, as if trying to read something from her face.

At this moment, Su Fuying continued, "Without rules, there can be no order. His Majesty established this rule, and Miss Ren says it's fine, but is that openly defying His Majesty's imperial might?"

Ren Yinxue's face flushed crimson, her voice trembling slightly, clearly enraged. She glared at Su Fuying through gritted teeth, her heart filled with anger and resentment.

“Su Fuying, you don’t have to involve the Emperor in everything. Do you really think His Majesty bestowed upon you the title of Princess because he appreciates you?” Ren Yinxue’s voice was clearly sarcastic. She tried to provoke Su Fuying with her words, but the other party remained unmoved.

Just then, a voice came from outside the door announcing, "Miss, someone from the palace has arrived."

Upon hearing this, Ren Yinxue glanced at Su Fuying provocatively, then casually adjusted her hair ornament, seemingly wanting to display her noble status.

Then, she said arrogantly, "I guess His Majesty sent me a birthday gift. You may all come with me to greet him." With that, she walked out of the room triumphantly.

The young ladies standing nearby all showed envious expressions. Their parents held high positions of power and influence, were favored by His Majesty, and were close to the Regent. It was truly a unique situation throughout history.

Su Fuying remained standing in the same spot, watching as a group of people had not yet left the main hall when Eunuch Gao approached with small, quick steps.

Ren Yinxue looked smug. "Eunuch Gao, what brings you here?"

Eunuch Gao glanced at Ren Yinxue and said, "Miss Ren, you're here too."

?

These words puzzled the others. Wasn't this Eunuch Gao here with a reward from His Majesty? Why was he so surprised by Miss Ren's presence?

After saying that, Eunuch Gao suddenly slapped his forehead, "Look at my memory! This is the Ren residence, it's perfectly normal for Miss Ren to be here."

Suddenly, Eunuch Gao's gaze fell on the courtyard, and his voice suddenly rose, "Oh dear, Princess Yongle, you've made us search for you so many times!"

Ren Yinxue stared wide-eyed, turning back to look at Su Fuying with an incredulous expression.

Su Fuying was no less surprised than they were; this was something she hadn't expected.

However, this eunuch Gao was always amiable and smiling whenever he saw her. "Eunuch Gao, what are His Majesty's orders?"

The eunuch Gao smiled obsequiously and hurriedly approached, saying, "It is His Majesty's oral decree."

Everyone knelt down. As soon as Su Fuying bent down, Eunuch Gao quickly stepped forward and helped her up.

“Princess Yongle, His Majesty’s decree is hereby issued. Please stand and listen to the decree.”

Everyone was shocked. Standing to receive an imperial decree? This was something that had never happened since the founding of the country. How could such an honor fall on Su Fuying's head?

Ren Yinxue clenched her teeth, her heart filled with jealousy and resentment, which was about to overwhelm her. Why didn't Su Fuying die there that night?

"Thank you, Father-in-law." Su Fuying was naturally happy to be at ease, as she never had the habit of kneeling down at the drop of a hat.

"The person you should thank is not our family," said Eunuch Gao, looking at Su Fuying with a mysterious smile.

Su Fuying sensed that something unseen was hidden behind that smile, and then she heard Eunuch Gao's shrill voice, "His Majesty's decree: Princess Yongle is virtuous and talented, and overflowing with brilliance. She is hereby awarded ten batches of silk and satin, and ten chests of gold, silver, and jade..."

Su Fuying felt incredibly wealthy from the generous gifts bestowed upon him.

After chanting for the time it takes to burn half an incense stick, it finally ended. Su Fuying bowed and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Ren Yinxue was the first to stand up from the ground, her face full of indignation. "Eunuch Gao, why the sudden bestowal of rewards?"

The smile on Eunuch Gao's face vanished instantly. "What? Is Miss Ren questioning His Majesty's decision?"

Ren Yingxue's face paled. This was the second time today; he was using His Majesty to pressure her again.

However, it wasn't the right time yet, so she could only force a smile and say, "You jest, Eunuch Gao. I was just curious."

Eunuch Gao straightened his expression and said, "His Majesty said that he has been busy with official duties these past few days, so the rewards from the Empress's banquet were only delivered today."

After saying that, he turned to Su Fuying and smiled, "Princess, all the things have been sent back to your residence."

"Thank you very much, Eunuch Gao."

After saying that, he touched his waist. He hadn't brought any money with him today. Usually, his money was in the hands of that girl, Biluo. It would be a bit awkward if he didn't bring any.

"Oh dear, how did the princess get so dirty?"

Gao Gonggong's shout brought Su Fuying back to her senses.