readytorunbook Chapter 414 Reconsider
Chapter 414 Reconsider
Emperor Tianqi pretended not to hear the sarcasm of the Empress Dowager. After the maid brought the bowl and chopsticks, he reached out and picked up a piece of five-spice dried fruit and put it in front of his eyes to examine it. He suddenly put it back on the plate and then said with a frown:
"Zheng Tianbao, what kind of place is this? How can a slave like you be allowed to make such a loud noise! Even if you are my slave, this is not allowed! Slap your face!"
"The slave obeys the order!"
Zheng Tianbao knelt down without any hesitation, with such force that everyone present could hear a clear "dong", followed by a series of slaps.
The surroundings suddenly became eerily quiet, with only the sound of "pa pa" echoing in the empty hall, making people feel nervous.
"It's done!" Looking at Zheng Tianbao, whose cheeks were swollen and the corners of his mouth were bleeding, the Empress Dowager frowned and a hint of impatience flashed in her eyes.
"If the emperor wants to teach me a lesson, I should go back to my own palace. I am old and cannot stand seeing such dirty scenes."
After the Empress Dowager finished speaking, Zheng Tianbao acted as if he didn't hear it and did not stop slapping himself.
It was not until Emperor Tianqi waved his hand and asked him to go down to treat his wounds that Zheng Tianbao went out with a pig's head on his head.
The hall fell into silence again, and Emperor Tianqi's gaze casually shifted to the plate of spiced dried meat again, his expression gloomy.
After all, the old lady is old and has started to eat vegetarian food.
Forget it, enough of the fuss, let’s get down to business!
"The Empress Dowager is kind and compassionate. God will surely bless you with a long life."
Emperor Tianqi said something meaningful, and then without waiting for the Empress Dowager's response, he immediately said:
"Today, I come here not only to pay my respects to the Empress Dowager, but also to discuss something with you.
In order to ensure the peace of Daliang, my uncle has guarded the northern border for ten years and has made outstanding contributions. I attach great importance to his marriage.
Now, the Prince of Yan's Mansion has been repaired. Today, I have come to ask the Empress Dowager for an imperial decree to allow my uncle and Luo Xiaoran to get married as soon as possible."
When the Empress Dowager heard Emperor Tianqi mention Chen Ji, her calm expression finally showed a little fluctuation, and this... was exactly what Emperor Tianqi wanted to see!
The old woman has gone through four dynasties. Although she lives in seclusion in the deep palace, her secret agents and henchmen are spread throughout Daliang. Her power and status are the highest in Daliang. Only the Prince of Yan, who holds a large army, can make her change her color.
Besides... there is a blood feud between these two people. They are natural enemies and destined to check and balance each other!
Emperor Tianqi was just thinking about it when he heard the Empress Dowager snort coldly and said in a low voice:
“Your Majesty values Prince Yan, and so do I. That’s why I chose to fulfill Prince Yan’s sincere wish despite Luo Xiaoran’s humble status.
But now, Luo Xiaoran has been in the capital for only a month, but she has already caused a stir in the palace several times. She has even been sent to the Heavenly Prison twice. On the night when the Heavenly Prison caught fire, she caused the King of Yan to commit the crime of breaking into the Imperial City. How shameful!"
The Empress Dowager's voice became increasingly stern. Her usual grace disappeared, and her old face became even more angry. In the end, she couldn't help but shook her body a few times, as if she was extremely angry.
"After so many things happened, I really have to reconsider this marriage. I'm sure the King of Yan will understand my painstaking efforts."
"This……"
Emperor Tianqi showed a hint of embarrassment on his face. He put down his chopsticks and said earnestly:
"But I have already asked the Ministry of Rites to take charge of the affairs related to the Prince of Yan's wedding. The Empress Dowager's imperial decree to grant the marriage has not yet been issued. I am afraid that the court officials will have many suspicions. When the time comes, the court and the public will discuss it, which may bring disgrace to the royal family."