The Reborn Princess Has Turned Evil

Chapter 271 Plum Appreciation Rally (3)

"Oh?" Emperor Jing looked at Qi Zhi with curiosity. "Is Crown Prince Qi so impatient to win the heart of his beauty?"

Emperor Jing praised Qi Zhi in name only, but criticized him in reality, blaming Qi Zhi for secretly marrying Prince Qing.

“Your Majesty, you may not know this, but Rou’er is my only legitimate daughter. Naturally, I would prioritize her happiness. The other day, when I hosted a banquet for Crown Prince Qi, he suddenly proposed marriage to me. Only then did I realize that the two of them had already fallen in love. I was so moved that I hadn’t had a chance to tell Your Majesty.” Prince Qing said respectfully.

Is this a forced marriage? Jing Anle watched the show from the sidelines, and when she caught a glimpse of Qi Zhi's fake smile, she said casually, "The princess studies diligently every day, and it's quite surprising that she has found such a good match."

Different people will have different opinions when they hear this. For example, Jing Rou only felt that Jing Anle was jealous of her, after all, she married the crown prince of a country.

Jing Rou felt a surge of pride, thinking to herself: "Jing Anle, so what if you're a princess? I still beat you to it, marrying a crown prince and becoming the empress of a nation one day." Thinking of this, she couldn't hide her smile, blushing as she said, "It's a long story..."

Princess Qing quickly took over the conversation, saying, "Now that the princess is not young anymore, many things are ultimately a matter of fate."

Princess Qing's words were ambiguous; she was unwilling to discuss these matters, and no one dared to inquire further.

"Hahahaha." Emperor Jing suddenly laughed out loud, "So that's how it is. Crown Prince Qi has been in the palace every day, and he has kept this matter a secret very well." Although he was laughing, it sent chills down one's spine.

"Your Majesty." Qi Zhi finally stood up.

"The princess and I are indeed deeply in love." Although Qi Zhi was unhappy about being schemed against, the Prince of Qing had promised to help him ascend the throne that day. Compared to interests, feelings and other things naturally didn't matter. Besides, a gentleman's revenge is never too late!

Hearing Qi Zhi say this, Jing Rou looked at Qi Zhi with deep affection.

"In my opinion, Crown Prince Qi and Princess are indeed a perfect match, a match made in heaven," the Empress Dowager said with satisfaction. After all, with Jingrou marrying Qi Zhi, Prince Qing would have gained an extra asset, so she was naturally pleased.

"What the Empress Dowager says is true." Emperor Jing nodded.

Prince Qing seized the opportunity, "Since Your Majesty also thinks it's a good idea, why not issue an imperial decree to bestow a marriage upon the two of them?"

Jing Anle smiled but remained silent. This Prince Qing was really striking while the iron was hot. Hearing him press on like this would only make Qi Zhi more disgusted.

"Yes, Your Majesty, why not act as matchmaker and bring about a happy marriage?" the Empress Dowager said again.

Jing Rou looked shy and remained silent with her head down.

For a moment, everyone looked at Emperor Jing. Emperor Jing immediately saw the key point and turned to ask Qi Zhi, "I wonder what Crown Prince Qi thinks?"

Qi Zhi was burning with anger, but he still forced a smile and said, "I am willing to marry the princess."

"Very well, I hereby bestow marriage upon Crown Prince Qi and Princess Rou! Auspicious day shall be chosen for the wedding ceremony."

Immediately, congratulatory shouts arose from the assembled officials:

Congratulations, Princess Rou! Congratulations, Crown Prince Qi!

Congratulations, Prince Qing and Princess Qing!

"Your Majesty, since Crown Prince Qi and the Princess have already consummated their marriage, why not make it a double blessing? Feng Yao is not young anymore; it's time to establish a concubine," the Empress Dowager continued.

Jing Anle slightly pursed her lips; this old hag always liked to meddle.

"Your Majesty is right, I have long had this in mind. Feng Yao!" Emperor Jing called out.

“Your subject is here,” Jing Fengyao replied.

"I intend to betroth the Prime Minister's daughter, Chu Mingyue, and General Qin's daughter, Qin Zhihua, to you as concubines. Are you willing?"

Sitting in the back, Chu Mingyue and Qin Zhi smiled gracefully. This was all pre-arranged, so they weren't too surprised. Jing Anle, however, turned her head slightly, suddenly remembering Chu Mingyue's words, "I don't regret it."

The palace is rife with intrigue and espionage; no one knows what the future holds.

Jing Fengyao was respectful and polite. After speaking, he rose from his seat, walked to the center of the hall, and said, "Your subject thanks Your Majesty for bestowing this marriage upon you!"

At this moment, Qin Zhihua and Chu Mingyue also went to the main hall to express their gratitude, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Qin Zhihua and Chu Mingyue are both outstanding beauties, one elegant and the other gentle. A gentleman and a beauty, they are a very pleasing sight to behold together.

"Your Majesty, with two such beauties entering the palace, it will surely be even more lively." Consort Li covered her stomach and smiled gently.

Consort Chen pursed her lips, disliking Consort Li's pretentious manner, but remained silent.

Emperor Jing was clearly very pleased with the marriage. "Hahaha, Feng Yao has grown up and should have someone close to him by his side."

The atmosphere became lively and enthusiastic for a time.

"Yes, Your Majesty, but good things are never too many." The Empress Dowager then turned her head to look at Emperor Jing.

Emperor Jing was puzzled. "What does Mother mean by this?"

Jing Anle narrowed his eyes, also puzzled, wondering what this old hag was up to.