The princess was ordained by Heaven.

"It's alright, we'll stay here for a few more days and keep an eye on her."

In fact, Madame Chiang Kai-shek did not think that Zhao would commit suicide.

On the contrary, Zhao will be trapped by this matter for the rest of her life, living in guilt forever, and will never be able to get rid of it.

And others had no right to advise her on behalf of the injured, even though she was not the mastermind.

When people do something wrong, those who retain their conscience will always suffer more than those who are heartless and cruel.

Unbeknownst to Madam Chiang, Lord Chiang was radiating an aura of resentment.

Does the lady even remember him, her husband who has shared hardship with her family?

With the matter settled, Zheng Xun turned off the live stream.

From Chang Xiu to Wei Yang, Yang Jiayi, and then to Ding Kang...

That's why I said that some of the nobles in the Great Yong Dynasty were completely rotten.

The reason those victims suffered was ultimately because they were weak.

Weakness is not a sin, but when you cannot make the abuser lay down their weapon, the only option is to wield power.

However, people often become complacent and content with the status quo. At times like these, it would be wonderful if someone could lend them a hand.

Princess Jianyang, who was mentioned, lowered her head and clenched her fists.

Ah Feng's condition is getting better and better, and Ah Man's martial arts training is on the right track.

After getting nothing out of Chang Xiu, she personally delivered the person to the brother and sister.

Aman held Afeng's hand and plunged the knife into Changxiu's chest.

She thought she had done enough, but now she suddenly felt that it wasn't enough, still not enough.

As a princess, enjoying a fiefdom and receiving honors, she shouldn't just be content to enjoy herself in the golden palace.

The people called her a female war goddess; they loved and respected her, but did she deserve all that for what she had done?

There are countless people suffering in the Great Yong Dynasty. Since she is a woman and has the ability, why doesn't she do more?

At that moment, Jianyang felt as if he had been enlightened; the fog that had been obscuring his vision instantly dissipated, revealing the vast world behind him.

At this moment, Zheng Xun had not yet noticed that the progress bar on the system page had moved forward a little more.

Ding Kang's matter was clearly not over yet, but the morning court session was about to end.

The ministers had already reported on all the recent events, big and small, in order to get more information out of the court, so there was really nothing more to extract.

As a result, the emperor and Li Xiaojun, who had the opportunity to enjoy the whole melon, received countless envious and jealous glances.

The emperor raised his head, and his gait became even more imposing than before.

Zheng Jiao glanced at Jianyang, then silently followed the Emperor and Zheng Xun: "Father!"

The emperor stopped and looked at her gently: "Hmm? Jiaojiao, is something the matter?"

He thought she wanted to join in the gossip, but Zheng Jiao's expression was unexpectedly serious.

"Father, I wish to go to Liaozhou."

The emperor's face instantly fell: "Do you know what you're saying?"

"know."

Liaozhou was where General He was stationed, and it was also the first line of defense for Dayong against the He Kingdom.

This means that if the two countries go to war, Liaozhou will be the first place to be attacked.

"Have you asked your mother?"

Zheng Jiao replied guiltily, "Not yet."

She was prepared to be scolded, but the emperor did not directly refuse her. Instead, he asked, "Did you make this decision suddenly, or did you have it planned in advance?"

"It was a decision just made."

"I can grant your request, but..."

Zheng Jiao's heart pounded as he stared expectantly at the emperor.

But what? But what is it?

Who exactly coined the word "but"? Does she have a chance to beat the other person up?

The emperor tapped her head, which was lost in thought, with his finger: "But there are two conditions. First, go back and think it over for three days. If you still insist on your choice after three days, then come and tell me. Second, within three days, you must persuade your mother."

Zheng Jiaotian felt like his world was collapsing.

Because she knew very well that her mother would never allow it.

She wanted to ask the emperor to change his request, but the emperor interrupted her: "If you can't even do this small thing, how can I believe you can protect yourself in Liaozhou?"

Seeing Zheng Jiao deep in thought, he continued to earnestly advise her: "Jiao Jiao, I am your father. I hope you can achieve something, but I hope even more that you can live a peaceful and safe life, without any regrets."

Zheng Jiao was moved to tears, and finally nodded solemnly: "Father, I can do it. I can definitely persuade Mother."

She left with a heart full of excitement, and Zheng Xun quietly said to Li Xiaojun, "I always feel that Father is deceiving my eldest sister."

He knew perfectly well that Zheng Jiao was extremely proud and stubborn, and would rather die a glorious death than be content with mediocrity. Saying such things would only provoke Zheng Jiao to confess to the Empress.

However, the Empress would never grant her request; without the Empress's permission, Zheng Jiao had no way to leave.

Li Xiaojun sighed softly, her face filled with emotion: "His Majesty is worried about the eldest princess."

Parents who love their children are always more concerned about whether they are doing well.

The emperor turned around and said irritably, "Am I that kind of person? It's good that your son is ambitious, but I'm not that kind of old-fashioned, weak father."

Back in the Imperial Study, Zheng Xun worked while estimating the time. When it was almost time, he couldn't wait to start the live stream.

In the light screen, Zheng Jiao had already arrived outside the Empress's bedroom.

The Empress is listening to Consort Liang report on palace affairs.

The Empress's health improved, and the other three Consorts had already relinquished their power in the palace, except for Consort Liang.

Having only recently found her biological daughter, the Empress was already worried about neglecting her adopted daughter. She spent her days worrying about how to cultivate a relationship with her daughter and how to balance the non-existent conflicts between them. Therefore, she was happy to have someone share her burdens. Since Consort Liang was indeed efficient, she simply handed over half of her palace power to her.

Upon seeing Zheng Jiao arrive, Consort Liang wisely took her leave.

"Jiaojiao!"

The Empress was in a great mood and immediately ordered someone to bring out the pastries that had always been prepared for her.

While enjoying her favorite pastries and tea of ​​the perfect temperature, Zheng Jiao hesitated again and again, unable to utter a word.

The Empress knew her quite well and, seeing her predicament, considerately asked, "Jiaojiao, is there something you want to say?"

Zheng Jiao put down his teacup, suddenly stood up, lifted his robe, and knelt on the ground.

The Emperor was somewhat alarmed: "What's wrong? Has something happened?"

Countless bad thoughts raced through her mind, but thankfully she had seen a lot of things before and was able to maintain a calm facade.

Zheng Jiao lowered her head, thinking that whether she faced the danger or not, she would be killed anyway, so she gritted her teeth and said directly, "Mother, I want to go to Liaozhou."

After he finished speaking, the room fell silent. A light drizzle fell outside and blew in through the window, bringing a damp feeling.

The palace maids quietly closed the window. Zheng Jiao felt uneasy and secretly looked up at the Empress.

The Queen stared blankly at the ground, her gaze unfocused, lost in thought.

Zheng Jiao asked softly, "Mother?"

The Empress slowly turned her gaze to her and calmly uttered two words that left no room for refusal: "No."