
Lady Zhao then lifted her arm robe and showed her birthmark to everyone. Qingyi saw it too. He increasingly displayed his strange grin. Zhao Peng was very surprised, then instantly his eyes glazed over. Like hitting the jackpot, the head of the academy looked elated and moved.
“Sister, I finally found you!”
“Kakak?” astonished Lady Zhao.
“You are my brother, Zhao Yinniang. You disappeared twenty-five years ago!”
Madam Zhao was trying to remember something. Aih, his memory did not return. She had indeed been in an accident and had suddenly become the merchant's adoptive daughter, but had never expected that her identity was that of Grand Miss Zhao from a distinguished family.
“Congratulations! Mission complete! Your gift will be sent to the dimensional space in one twenty-four hours. Sir, you can finish it in less than half a day!” said Yinghao who suddenly appeared on his shoulders. Qingyi smirked, then folded her arms around her chest.
It wasn't the mission that was completed that pleased him. But something else. Qingyi was actually happy because of the background of her mother's true identity. Zhao Family. In the Bingyue Empire, the Zhao Family was a powerful and influential family despite being scattered in small towns. His existence cannot be underestimated. The previous emperors had great respect for the Zhao Family and did not dare to disturb their peace.
That was because the Zhao Family had donated most of its energy in the field of education. During this time, generations of the Zhao family have always managed to print reliable ministers both in the capital and in other cities. The Zhao family, whether male or female, were all virtuous.
Had they known one of their family members, who used to be Grand Miss Zhao was treated so badly in the prime minister's residence, what would it be? How did they react? Qingyi knew that the Zhao Family would not stay silent and would definitely ask for justice. Although his mother lost her memory, but she should not be treated cruelly by anyone.
Given this, Qingyi became very happy. The prime minister's residence will not be as peaceful as it once was. Aside from her existence and her status as Princess Empress Changle, the Zhao Family would also definitely demand a reply. The reputation of the prime minister in the eyes of the Zhao Family was notoriously bad, and it could have been even worse when they found out their daughter was being treated like a slave as a concubine in the prime minister's residence.
Indirectly, it shows that the prime minister has gained a new enemy. The prime minister and his entire family will accept the consequences for their actions. Qingyi's status also automatically rose in rank. She was no longer the daughter of the banished prime minister, but the esteemed grandson of the Zhao Family. His position became commensurate when he was paired with King Changle.
“You satisfied now?”
Qingyi was shocked because Baili Qingchen suddenly stood beside her.
“I'm more satisfied to see the Prime Minister's face when I know this.”
“So, that's the meaning of your grin?”
“Yeah, it could be.”
Baili Qingchen became even more convinced that this girl wanted to counterattack. The matter regarding Erniang having the murderer poison Xiao Junjie and get him slandered has not been clearly discussed. The girl did not want to lose her hand, but sought vengeance in a more interesting and more sadistic way.
“But how did you know that the handkerchief pattern was the Zhao Family pattern?” ask Qingyi.
“I am King Changle. I can find out what no one else knows.”
“Cih, narcissism is indeed a disease and needs to be treated.”
Baili Qingchen pretended not to hear. He went to finish his affairs, while Qingyi enjoyed her mission victory this time around.
In the afternoon, Qingyi walked out of Madam Zhao's residence and took a walk. The afternoon scenery in Xizhou City was somewhat different from the capital. Here, the population is more friendly and talkative than in the capital. The atmosphere was warmer, plus it was spring. No wonder so many young people come out to breathe fresh air.
“Qingyi!”
Qingyi turned her head when someone called her name. A woman in the uniform of Xizhou Academy waved her hand as she ran up to him. The woman turned out to be Princess Yilan, the sister of Emperor Baili who at that time tried to stop her marriage to Baili Qingchen. It seems like he just finished his lesson.
“Princess, long time no see.”
“You're here with my uncle?”
Qingyi nodded.
“Did he force you to come? Ah, I already knew that your life would suffer. Qingyi, what if we just run away? You don't need to go back to King Changle's mansion. We better explore the world together!”
Princess Yilan's words clearly made Qingyi almost choke. Here, Princess Yilan's character is full of surprises. Qingyi did not want her mission to fail, so she rejected Princess Yilan's invitation for almost the same reason that the girl messed up on the wedding day. Getting a response that was not in line with expectations, Princess Yilan's face slightly shrunk.
Knowing Princess Yilan's mood was turning bad, Qingyi then comforted her by taking her to explore the restaurants in the center of Xizhou City. As usual, the crowd greeted them with a warmth that was quite comfortable to feel. As Qingyi sat down, she saw many people looking at her strangely.
“What do they see?” ask her to Princess Yilan.
“You,” replied Princess Yilan.
“They seem to know that you are Princess Consort Changle. As you know, your reputation in this kingdom is not very good. Especially after you got the Prime Minister to divorce your mother.”
Qingyi exhaled a sigh of resignation. Life in this age is really hard. He was fighting for his own life, but still there were people talking about him. Since Qingyi was not a reckoner, she chose to ignore that gaze and focus on her food.
“Will there soon be a princess humiliation drama from the noble mansion? I saw their eyeball seeds were almost out because they kept watching me.”
“Really? Should I start the drama first?”
Qingyi shook her head. “No. That's not good for your reputation.”
As expected, someone then approached them. She was a woman in nice clothes and looked expensive. In his hand was a glass of wine mixed with vegetable sauce. The woman looked at Qingyi from head to toe, watching her like one who was following the beauty talent selection. I don't know what he's thinking, but it's definitely not a good thing.
“You Princess Changle?” ask the woman. Qingyi did not reply, then Princess Yilan whispered in her ear, “This woman is the daughter of Mayor Xizhou, Su Wan’er. Careful, he really likes to bully people.”
Su Wan’er was still paying attention to Qingyi. He had already gotten word that King Changle had come to Xizhou a few days ago. Su Wan’er has a slightly unique history with King Changle. They had met once at Emperor Baili's birthday banquet three years ago.
Who would have thought that Su Wan’er actually put his heart on Baili Qingchen, even had asked his father to ask for a marriage to Emperor Baili. Honey, Baili Qingchen back then had just lost her first wife, and had just received the presence of Xiao Junjie. The proposal never made it to the mansion.
The woman became angry when she heard the news that Emperor Baili lowered the marriage decree for King Changle, especially after knowing who the bride was. In everyone's eyes, Liu Qingyi was only the daughter of the outcast prime minister. Su Wan’er was angry because he felt humiliated and lost to an outcast princess who did not even have a piece of clothing that was good for the body.
“A sparrow is arrogant and wants to be a phoenix. Your dream is really big,” sneer Su Wan’er. What if she was Princess Consort Changle? His position could not even be juxtaposed with Xiao Junjie. Technically, this Liu Qingyi lost to a man.
“Daughter, did you hear the birds chirping?” ask Qingyi. Princess Yilan pretended to respond. “Yes. But, I don't see his form. Is it possible it's an owl?”
Feeling insinuated and ignored, Su Wan’er became angry. Forgetting her identity as the daughter of Mayor Xizhou, Su Wan’er poured a glass of wine mixed with vegetable sauce to Qingyi. Qingyi hissed, then rubbed her wet clothes. Princess Yilan ignited emotions, then fussed with Su Wan’er. The commotion invites the curiosity of people.
Not accepting the suppression she received, Qingyi took out a bowl of lotus root soup and splashed it on Su Wan’er's head. Not only that, he also fed the bitter lotus seed into the woman's mouth, then forced her to chew it and swallow it. Su Wan’er choked and coughed, then pushed Qingyi until the girl's body was humped backwards.
Qingyi's back hit something. A pair of burly arms then caught him and made him stable. When he turned his head, he saw Baili Qingchen standing right behind him with a cold face. The people who were there half-way away were so aware of that much-adored majestic figure.
“Baili Qingchen?” lirih Qingy.
Su Wan’er acted up again. She was like a cunning female fox with a thousand faces. As soon as he saw Baili Qingchen, he pretended to cry. Su Wan’er acted like the most persecuted person. Her bad acting made Qingyi disgusted and felt like she wanted to vomit. He shuddered as he looked at Su Wan’er's ability which was below average.
“Your Majesty! Liu Qingyi oppressed me. You see, he splashed the lotus root soup and forced me to swallow that bitter lotus seed!”
Su Wan’er spoke in a heartbreaking tone. However, Baili Qingchen looked unconcerned. His expression was still cold as usual. He looked at Su Wan’er sharply.
“Who oppresses whom, everyone here clearly knows. Miss Su, do you know what you've done?” ask Baili Qingchen. Su Wan’er's face turned red and he stopped crying. From that tone of speech, he felt that he was in trouble right now.
“What makes you think that you can bully Princess Empress Changle in front of me?” ask Baili Qingchen again. This time, Su Wan’er seemed to be completely finished.
“Your Majesty, I-”
“Nona Su, I'll take that into account with your father. We see what he can do for his daughter who has dared to insult and oppress people from the mansion of King Changle!”
Baili Qingchen looked gallant when defending Qingyi. His attitude broke the stigma of those who thought that Princess Empress Changle was just an outcast doll sent to the mansion like a useless piece of trash. What they saw was precisely the fact that King Changle was so defending his empress that he ignored a girl as beautiful as Miss Su.
Su Wan’er froze in place. Damn, he miscalculated. At first he thought Qingyi was not an important person and was ignored. But it turned out wrong. The Changle King he saw now was clearly defending his wife, even fighting her and threatening her directly.
Baili Qingchen took off her robe, then put it on to cover the wet Qingyi clothes. His treatment gave people a surprise. Once again, they saw an unexpected incident.
“Go home now!” he told Qingyi. Qingyi was still shocked at the man's sudden treatment, then regained consciousness after a while. Baili Qingchen stepped out of the restaurant. Qingyi stepped up, approaching Su Wan’er the dead lice.
“It was just a little show I made for you. I have to tell you, I'm not a sparrow trying to be a phoenix. I am an eagle who likes to tear apart venomous snakes like you,” whispered Qingyi in the ear of Su Wan’er.
“Ah, I forgot. Prepare yourself because the Zhao Family will come to your house and demand revenge because you have hurt their family granddaughter,” Qingyi added. He smiled with satisfaction, then left with light steps followed by Princess Yilan.
After they left, Su Wan’er immediately sat on the floor in an alarming state. “Why can this be?”