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Upon reaching the palace gate, Gentle was already waiting outside, likely arranged by Sang Bai Jue to support her. Although she had been given many life-saving items, they could not guarantee her safety against that stubborn fool who insisted on attacking her. With Gentle present, she could adapt to any situation.
Sang Qingxiao walked towards the Mingyuan Drum, unimpeded, countless gazes following her. She picked up the drumstick and struck it once, unleashing Mystical Power that resonated far and wide, shaking the hearts of everyone in the city.
The Mingyuan Drum had not sounded since the ascension of the previous Chongjing Emperor; it had gathered dust for a long time, and most people in the city had long forgotten its sound. Thus, when she struck it for the first time, those not present did not react.
Sang Qingxiao struck several more times before calling out loudly, "I am Sang Qingxiao of the Sang family! Today, I speak out for Prince Jing's Residence and the Sang Family!"
The Prince Jing's Residence and the Sang Family had protected Great Jing for seventy-nine years since the Taizu Qin Clan ascended to power. For nineteen years under Chongjing's rule, they faced unjust imprisonment; on that day, they were sentenced without inquiry or investigation. The Chongjing Emperor listed dozens of charges against them, each one fatal.
No investigation! No questioning! No scrutiny! No verification!
The Minister of Justice, the Ministry of Justice, and The Office of Censors had no records of any case review. Flattering ministers spoke freely while the Emperor made unilateral judgments without any legal process, disregarding court laws and chilling the hearts of loyal subjects.
Now, a daughter of the Sang Family brought forth evidence of their innocence. She petitioned Xuande Emperor to reopen the Sang Family Injustice Case!
As she cried out for justice, the court finally stirred; that drum sound was indeed coming from the Mingyuan Drum. Upon listening closely, it was a call for justice on behalf of Prince Jing's Residence and the Sang Family!
At that moment, a grand court assembly was taking place in the palace. Most ministers were somewhat prepared but still erupted in chaos.
Mingze exchanged glances with Shi Yun. "Is today really the day? Why wasn't I informed earlier? You nearly scared me to death!"
Shi Yun knew something like this would happen but was unaware of the exact date. Hearing Mingze's complaint made him think that even more shocking events were yet to come.
Shi Yun's attention was mostly on Xuande Emperor. He saw him momentarily stunned before his expression changed dramatically; anger quickly filled his face as he shouted, "How dare there still be remnants of the Sang Family! Sang Qingxiao, is it? How dare you run wild right under my nose!"
"What is The Office of Censors doing? They've opened their business right across from us without noticing anything! My nephew—no wonder he has turned against me; it seems he has been bewitched by a woman."
The proud Sang Family was at their wits' end yet resorted to such despicable means—how laughable! How pitiful! How tragic!
"Someone! Send out orders! The Chongjing Emperor's decree remains in effect; follow his instructions: command the guards to kill any members of the Sang Family on sight without question."
At the same time, Gentle also acted alongside Sang Qingxiao and issued similar commands. Seizing the opportunity to respond just as Xuande Emperor finished speaking, she seamlessly connected her words with his. Mystical Power delivered her message clearly throughout the city.
Although the Chongjing Emperor's order to execute members of the Sang Family had not been revoked, he had previously issued a decree stating that calamity would not befall married daughters.
Though my surname is Sang, I am actually the daughter of the Sang Family who married out. My mother is Sang Yu Ning from Duanyang County, and my biological father is Court Right Minister Mingze. Therefore, I am not within the scope of execution.
Upon hearing this, Mingze felt his head buzzing. Under the furious wrath of the Xuande Emperor, he was scolded harshly, but he blocked it all out. It was only when Shi Yun pitifully stepped on his left foot that he finally reacted.
In a daze, he heard Xuande Emperor say, "Ah, it’s all a scheme. No wonder you are so fearless."
Since she is the child of a married daughter, the death penalty can be avoided, but the living punishment cannot escape. With the sound of the Mingyuan Drum, thirty strikes were to be given. They would find the one most skilled with the rod to discipline that reckless Remnant.
Mingze was terrified and fell to his knees, "Your Majesty, please don’t!"
"Ha! The Right Chancellor has come to his senses? I haven’t even congratulated you yet! You’ve gained such a big daughter; it’s truly a pity that you might not get to see her one last time."
Mingze continued to plead for mercy.
Xuande Emperor made things even more difficult for him. Seeing that he refused to back down, he grew angrier and threatened to drag him out for punishment.
After hearing Xuande Emperor’s words, Mingze suddenly stood up straight. "I thank Your Majesty for your great kindness; I will go to the palace gate and accept my punishment."
With that, he ignored everyone else, lifted his robe, and dashed toward the palace gate. His mind was still in chaos; he was eager to confirm everything in person and also wanted to ask about A Ning. More than anything, he feared that the punishment would already have fallen.
Using all his strength, when Mingze ran out of the palace gate, he saw Sang Qingxiao standing there and let out a sigh of relief.
He took a few steps closer but didn’t dare approach too near. He gazed greedily at her face, feeling a mix of emotions in his heart. There were many things he wanted to say but didn’t know how to voice them.
Sang Qingxiao looked at him with disdain. "Why did you rush out? Isn’t this causing chaos?"
She quietly urged him away. "Go do something proper."
"Oh."
Mingze instinctively obeyed her and took half a step back. Then he remembered why he had come and stopped, looking at Sang Qingxiao seriously. "I’ll take those thirty strikes for you!"
"Oh? This determination is quite heartwarming."
"No way! How could I let you? You are a woman; women are inherently weaker. The rod cannot fall on you! Listen to me; I will take it for you."
"Me? Weak?"
"Skinny as a rail; how can you not be weak?"
Mingze selectively ignored her past achievements and complained, "You’re not even my biological child! To overturn this case, Sang Bai Jue even pushed you out as a child! Listen to me; step aside! I’ll handle what comes after!"
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