Quick Transmigration: The Pregnant Little Fairy is Pampered by the Heirless Boss
Chapter 89 The Substitute Bride 5
Zi Xi grabbed Ji Yan and, using her lightness skill, hung her on the big tree by the door.
"The second young lady has gone too far by insulting the eldest young lady!"
After saying that, Zixi slapped Ji Yan's face several times.
Before the others could react, she was slapped a few more times.
Ji's father was furious, his face turning ashen. "You scoundrel! Call your maid back here! How could a mere servant lay a hand on your sister!"
"Why can't Zixi do it? Ji Yan is a lady from a respectable family, yet she keeps insulting my own sister. She said I survived in the countryside by serving random men. What, did she see that from under my bed?"
Ji Xiaosong's words left everyone speechless. Ji's mother, seeing Zixi still hitting Ji Yan, burst into tears of anger.
"You unfilial daughter! I should have watched you strangled to death! Why are you still alive?! Quickly tell your maid to put your sister down!"
Ji Yan was screaming "Ahhh" at first, but then she fell silent.
Ji Xiaosong didn't tell her to stop, so Zixi kept going.
"What do you want?"
Ji's father also knew that Zixi was very capable and that the guards and servants of the Ji family could not handle her.
Seeing that Ji's father was willing to negotiate, Ji Xiaosong stopped Zixi and put Ji Yan down.
"This marriage was originally Ji Yan's. It was because you were afraid that she would be a widow after marrying the Crown Prince that you brought me back. My requirements are not high. Before I get married, don't come looking for trouble. Also, the dowry of the Crown Princess in all dynasties must be of the standard. Whatever Ji Yan has, you must give me. When Ji Yan gets married, the standard of her dowry can only be half of mine."
"Don't even think about it!"
Ji Yan's face was swollen, and her eyes were full of resentment.
"Father, Mother, the dowry for your daughter is all mine. You've been preparing it since I was born. How can you give it to her!"
Ji Xiaosong didn't even glance at Ji Yan, calmly continuing to drink her tea.
If she wasn't mistaken, the Crown Prince would be entering the room soon.
Ji's mother and father exchanged a glance, both looking troubled.
"This dowry..."
Before Ji's father could finish speaking, the gatekeeper jogged in to report.
"Master, the Crown Prince will be at the door soon."
Ji's mother looked at Ji Xiaosong, whispered something in Ji's father's ear, and then the two reached an agreement.
"Alright, the dowry is all yours. Just don't say anything out of line later."
When Ji Yan heard what his father said, he was filled with despair.
"Chuncui, help the second young lady back to her courtyard. She shouldn't come out today."
Looking at Ji Yan's face, Ji's mother felt extremely distressed.
But now that the Crown Prince is almost here, she will not allow her daughter to appear before him with a swollen face.
"I don't want to! I don't want to go back!"
Ji Yan was furious. Chun Cui quickly stepped forward and whispered a few words in his ear. Ji Yan immediately calmed down and obediently turned and left.
"Let's go, open the gate, and go fetch the Crown Prince."
Ji's father looked solemn. He straightened his clothes and turned to Ji's mother, saying, "Madam, please do not be impolite."
Ji's mother nodded slightly, tidied her hair and skirt, and then followed closely behind Ji's father.
The two sons of the Ji family also stood up straight with solemn expressions.
Although he looked at Ji Xiaosong with disdain, he dared not say a word because of Ji Yan's fate.
Ji Xiaosong got up and followed the others.
The group marched in a grand procession toward the gate of the mansion, preparing to welcome the Crown Prince.
The Crown Prince's carriage slowly approached, led by golden-armored guards, each imposing and wielding a long spear, their steps precise and powerful.
Following them was the honor guard, carrying colorful banners and canopies that gleamed in the sunlight.
Dozens of palace maids followed on both sides of the carriage, carrying incense burners and fresh flowers, filling the air with fragrance.
The prince's carriage was extremely luxurious, pulled by four snow-white horses, with the carriage body inlaid with jewels and pearls, and the curtains made of the finest silk.
The people on both sides of the road were notified in advance that they should kneel down to welcome the prince and were not allowed to look directly at the prince's carriage.
They all lay respectfully on the ground, not daring to breathe, until the prince's carriage passed by, at which point some of the bolder ones raised their heads slightly and peered out curiously.
Ji's father led everyone to the gate of the mansion, where they knelt respectfully and shouted in unison, "Welcome, Your Highness the Crown Prince!"
After the Crown Prince's wheelchair was carried off the carriage, Ji's father hurriedly stepped forward, bowed his head and said, "It is a great honor for the Ji family that Your Highness has graced our humble abode." Ji's mother and the others also bowed and paid their respects.
The Crown Prince slightly raised his hand: "Rise, all of you."
Ji's father stepped aside to lead the way, saying, "Your Highness, please."
The crowd escorted the Crown Prince into the Ji residence, leading him to the main hall.
Ji's father invited the crown prince to take the seat, while he himself stood to the side, and Ji's mother led her children to bow again.
The Crown Prince said, "No need for formalities, please sit down."
The Ji family members then carefully took their seats one by one.
The Crown Prince glanced around and, noticing that the only woman from the Ji family was Ji Xiaosong, frowned and asked, "Minister Ji, who is this?"
Undoubtedly, Ji Xiaosong is beautiful.
It's even breathtakingly beautiful.
Even the crown prince had never seen a woman so beautiful.
But his purpose in coming today was not anything else, but for the Ji family to discuss marriage, so he could not afford to look at the other women.
"Your Highness, this is my eldest daughter, and the daughter to whom you are betrothed."
Upon hearing this, Ji Xiaosong rose gracefully, took light steps forward, slightly bent her knees, and performed a standard curtsy, her voice clear and gentle: "Xiaosong greets Your Highness the Crown Prince, wishing Your Highness good health."
Her eyes were clear and bright, carrying just the right amount of respect and shyness. The moment she looked up, her eyes sparkled like twinkling stars.
When she stood up, her figure was graceful and her demeanor elegant. Her simple and elegant dress made her look even more refined and otherworldly.
"If I remember correctly, the Ji family only had one daughter named Ji Yan. How come there is now an eldest daughter named Ji Xiaosong?"
The crown prince's voice was deep and authoritative, his gaze sharp as he stared directly at his father, Ji, and an immense sense of oppression instantly spread.
The atmosphere in the hall seemed to freeze, and everyone was silent, even unconsciously lowering their breathing.
The Crown Prince snorted and continued, "Minister Ji, are you perhaps mocking me? Can your Ji family bear the consequences of deceiving the Emperor?"
Ji's father knelt down with a thud, cold sweat pouring down his face. His voice trembled as he replied, "Your Highness, please calm your anger. I had no such intention. Eighteen years ago, my eldest daughter, Xiao Song, was born with a terrible illness, which is why she was sent to the estate outside Nanxing City. This matter is perfectly verifiable!"
He wasn't afraid of the Crown Prince investigating, since although he had said the child would die young, it could also be said that it was to protect his eldest daughter.
"Your Highness, may I have a word with you in private?"
Ji Xiaosong stepped forward gracefully, raised her head slightly, and looked directly at the Crown Prince with a firm and clear gaze.
Her voice was soft, yet it carried an undeniable power.
The Crown Prince paused slightly, staring into Ji Xiaosong's eyes. After a moment, he nodded and said, "Alright."
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