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The Empress Dowager quietly stared for a while, her brows relaxing as the sleeping Little Guy dispelled her doubts.
Even if this little pet could speak, it was clear that everyone had heard its words just moments ago.
If it were up to it to cause trouble, there wouldn't be only Tianyin going mad.
Having come to this conclusion, the Empress Dowager turned to the Emperor, whose anger had not yet subsided. "Northern Protectorate Prince, he will arrive in two days. Don't beat him too severely; otherwise, he won't be able to face anyone later."
The Emperor suppressed his fury and summoned Yun Xuanyi, coldly commanding, "Send the Third Prince back to Duke Jin's mansion and order him to reflect. He is not allowed to step out of the palace for six months except to see the Northern Protectorate Prince when he arrives in two days."
Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager's heart skipped a beat; she felt the Emperor's punishment was too harsh. However, there was nothing she could do at the moment but think of a way to lift the restrictions later.
After watching in silence for a long time, the previously quiet Empress suddenly spoke to comfort Yun Qingyu. "Though Tianyin seems to have a grudge against you for some unknown reason, you are now the Eldest Princess and need not stoop to his level. A harmonious family brings prosperity."
Yun Qingyu raised her eyes to look at the Empress, who seemed eager to take advantage of her situation, and replied coolly, "I have not held anything against him."
The Empress and Second Prince unconsciously glanced at Consort Duan nearby, their eyes filled with pity.
Originally, Consort Duan could have easily won by relying solely on her daughter Yun Qingyu, but she had managed to squander such a powerful card.
Now was the perfect time to win over Yun Qingyu with kind words. The Emperor calmed his anger and gently reassured her, "I have wronged you today. Tianyin's behavior is truly unacceptable; I should not have allowed him to come."
The Empress feigned contemplation and picked up where he left off. "Your Majesty, please don't be angry. The Third Prince must be feeling down; after all, he didn't see his mother and sister at today's family banquet, which is bound to hurt his feelings. Please don't hold it against him."
The Emperor's expression darkened as he said, "The Consort was demoted entirely because Yiling plotted to harm Qingyu in the mountains outside the city."
He fell silent, growing angrier the more he thought about the Third Prince.
If Yiling's malicious scheme had succeeded that day, who would help him control the military power of the Ling Family now? Who would dare to raid the Ling Family estate with those millions of taels of silver?
Without Qingyu, how could the National Treasury have gained over four million taels in just a month? The only reason he hadn’t executed Qingyu on the spot was because the Northern Protectorate Prince was coming; otherwise, he would have acted as if this son had never been born.
Seeing the Emperor's displeasure, the Empress quickly changed the subject and suggested with a smile, "Today, since Qingyu has suffered some grievances, why not bestow her some rewards, Your Majesty?"
The Empress hoped to use this opportunity to win favor with Yun Qingyu. However, Yun Qingyu had no intention of accepting this olive branch. She slowly set down her chopsticks, stood up calmly, and said, "I do not feel wronged, Father. You need not worry about me. Today is the Empress Dowager's birthday; I can endure any grievances as long as it does not affect the Empress Dowager and your mood."
Without even glancing at the Empress, she walked straight to the Emperor. Hearing her words only deepened his feelings of guilt towards Yun Qingyu. He pondered to himself: Why were none of the other princes as understanding as Qingyu? She truly was a thoughtful little darling.
Yun Qingyu slightly bowed and said, "I still need to visit the military camp, so I cannot stay here to dine with you and the Empress Dowager. I take my leave."
The Emperor suddenly recalled her title of "Violent Princess" and chuckled awkwardly, saying, "Qingyu, if you truly feel wronged, go practice more at the military camp to vent your frustrations. Just be careful not to beat your subordinates to death."
Yun Qingyu's lips twitched slightly as she replied, "Father need not worry; I know what I'm doing. I won't hold others accountable like that."
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