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The sudden appearance of the Third Prince left Minister of Revenue Hong Chenghai even more bewildered, like a drowning person grasping at what seemed to be a life-saving straw, unaware that he was already deep in despair.
Facing imminent death yet oblivious to it, he blindly relied on the power behind him, fully believing that with the Third Prince backing him, he could escape this calamity.
However, he completely overlooked the fact that the Eldest Princess before him was a headstrong and volatile individual. How could Yun Qingyu possibly be intimidated by his threats?
Yun Qingyu's expression was cold and unyielding as she directly ignored Hong Shangshu's hoarse roar. Her gaze was sharp as she looked at the guards at the gate and declared loudly, "This Palace is here by imperial decree to raid the Ministry of Revenue Minister's Residence. Who dares to obstruct? Such an act is tantamount to defying the emperor's orders. Those who willingly lay down their weapons may have their lives spared." Her voice echoed in the night sky, carrying an undeniable authority.
Seeing this, the Third Prince grew anxious; the Ministry of Revenue was a crucial source of his finances. If the Minister's residence were to be raided, it would severely hinder his bid for the throne.
His face flushed red with anger as he shouted, "Guards, stop them! Anyone who dares to lay down their weapons in betrayal will not be spared by this prince!" His eyes glinted with ferocity, as if he intended to devour those guards who harbored any treachery.
Yun Qingyu shot him a cold glance and without hesitation swung her whip, striking it sharply against the hooves of the Third Prince's horse.
The steed neighed in pain, rearing up high.
In a moment of chaos, the Third Prince was thrown heavily from his mount, crashing to the ground with a thud that left him grimacing in pain and utterly humiliated.
Yun Qingyu's icy and commanding voice rang out again: "Those who resist will be punished alongside the Hong Family; for serious offenses, their entire clan will be exterminated."
Hong Shangshu watched as the situation turned increasingly unfavorable for him, his frustration boiling over. He widened his eyes and roared like a mad beast, "Eldest Princess, you are going too far!"
Yet Yun Qingyu remained unfazed, simply responding coldly, "Obstructers are to be killed without mercy."
The guards of the Minister of Revenue exchanged glances upon hearing this, their faces reflecting uncertainty. Under normal circumstances, they would have followed the orders of the Third Prince and Minister of Revenue without hesitation.
But tonight, the one leading the troops to raid the house is none other than the newly appointed Eldest Princess, Seventh Princess. She is notoriously known for her cold and ruthless demeanor.
Moreover, she is acting on imperial orders, and this is no trivial matter.
Thinking of this, the guards no longer hesitated and immediately threw down their weapons, kneeling with a thud. They cried out, "The Sovereign's decree cannot be defied! Please spare my family, Your Highness. We are willing to die, but we do not wish to implicate our families!" Their eyes were filled with fear and desperation.
Seeing this, the Third Prince shouted in exasperation, "Who told you to put down your weapons? Do you want to die? Those who betray their lord will face death by a thousand cuts!"
However, no matter how he threatened, he could not stop the unfolding situation. The Imperial Guards surged in like a tidal wave, overwhelming and unstoppable as they flooded into the Minister of Revenue's residence to carry out the raid.
Yun Qingyu stood there resolutely, her gaze cold as she watched the Imperial Guards enter the Minister of Revenue's residence in an orderly fashion.
Realizing that the situation was spiraling out of control, the Third Prince instinctively thought to use Consort Lu Mingzhan to sway Yun Qingyu.
Just moments ago, he had been filled with rage, but now only anxiety and frustration remained. His tone softened slightly as he attempted to placate her. "Sister Seven, what’s wrong with you? Has someone been sowing discord between us? Is that why you seem like a different person today? Sister Seven, Mingzhan cares for you so much; you can't be so impulsive."
Yun Qingyu furrowed her brows tightly, a flicker of disgust crossing her eyes. She coldly reprimanded him, "Shut up! Don’t mention Lu Mingzhan in this palace. Just hearing his name makes me feel nauseous."
The Third Prince was taken aback, secretly resenting Yun Qingyu for being so unyielding. Gritting his teeth, he turned to one of his guards and commanded loudly, "Quickly go report to the Empress Dowager! Hurry!" The guard complied and swiftly mounted his horse before galloping away.
Hong Yue watched the armed Imperial Guards with narrowed eyes, unable to believe that Yun Qingyu would truly go this far.
Filled with anger and confusion, he stepped forward and coldly questioned Yun Qingyu, "Princess Consort, your actions are utterly absurd! Just for a lowly attendant, you dare raid the residence of a second-rank Minister of Revenue? Are you not afraid of causing turmoil in the court?"
Yun Qingyu coldly regarded him, her gaze indifferent, as if she were looking at a petulant clown.
Hong Yue, seeing Yun Qingyu's lack of response, became even more enraged and shouted through gritted teeth, "Princess Consort, why aren't you speaking? My father is a dignified second-rank official; what gives you the right? Just because I didn't apologize to Wen Zhan, you intend to retaliate against us like this?"
Only then did Yun Qingyu slowly open her mouth, her tone icy. "It is because Hong Shangshu is guilty of corruption and deserves punishment! Do you think This Palace is playing games with you?" Her voice was not loud, but it carried an intimidating authority that sent chills down the spine.
Her cold voice pierced through the air like a bitter winter wind, striking Hong Yue directly and causing his face to change dramatically.
Hong Yue forced himself to remain calm and retorted loudly, "My father is corrupt; what evidence does the Eldest Princess have? You can't just slander someone without proof!"
Yun Qingyu shot him a cold glance and replied with an indifferent expression, "Do not be anxious; the evidence will soon be presented before you. This Palace will ensure that your entire family accepts their fate willingly."
Upon hearing this, Hong Yue's heart sank. Yun Qingyu's tone was so certain—could it be that there really was undeniable evidence?
A sense of foreboding deepened within him, causing beads of sweat to form on his forehead.
Meanwhile, in the palace, the Emperor was seated in the Hall of Supreme Harmony dealing with state affairs. Hearing the hurried footsteps of the Imperial Guard Commander, he frowned and looked up to ask, "What is it? Why are you in such a rush?"
The Imperial Guard Commander quickly entered and knelt with a thud on the ground, hastily reporting, "Your Majesty, the Eldest Princess has surrounded the Minister of Revenue's residence with three thousand Imperial Guards. The Third Prince went to intervene, but the Princess Consort refuses to listen to anyone and insists on raiding the Minister's estate."
Upon hearing this, the Emperor's expression immediately turned grave.
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