I died tragically in my previous life, and I want to be an empress in my next life

Yin Liu at the side also interrupted at the right time, "I can testify for the princess that the injury was indeed caused by the concubine herself. The maids and servants beside the concubine were also there at the time. If the prince does not believe it, you can call them over to ask."

"The princess felt sorry for the incident and was afraid that the concubine would have a scar on her head, so she asked me to send the jade cream to her."

"How can a maid like you have the right to interrupt here? You have no manners at all!" Mother Xue did not dare to refute Pei Zhiyan in front of Xuanyuan Ping, so she turned her anger to Yin Liu.

"Yinliu is just telling the truth, why should Mother Xue be angry? If Mother Xue feels that what the people around me say is not credible, you might as well ask the people from Yuxiangxie to question them." Pei Zhiyan said coldly.

Mother Xue saw Pei Zhiyan's face turned cold in front of Xuanyuan Ping. How could she dare to be arrogant at this time? She said awkwardly, "Princess, I was not there at the time. Maybe the people in the mansion didn't explain it clearly."

"I have ordered someone to send my sister back to Yuxiangxie, but the servant of Yuxiangxie let my sister out secretly. I have locked them up in the woodshed, waiting for the prince's decision." Pei Zhiyan did not respond to Mother Xue's words, but spoke calmly to Xuanyuan Ping.

Seeing Pei Zhiyan's aggrieved expression, Xuanyuan Ping took a sip from his teacup and consoled her, "Yan'er has always been sensible in doing things. You can make the decision on your own regarding the backyard matters."

Pei Zhiyan nodded slightly and said softly, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

"Alas, the concubine is just so impulsive because she misses her son so much." Mother Xue's voice sounded again, with a bit of sarcasm, "The princess is not a mother, so she naturally cannot understand this pain."

This Mrs. Xue is just trying to ridicule me for being childless. Ha, Pei Zhiyan sneered in her heart, if that's the case, then I'll let you laugh to your heart's content!

So she took the handkerchief in her hand, wiped the corners of her eyes gently, and said with a choked voice, "Mother Xue is right. This princess is not a mother, so naturally I can't understand this pain. I guess it will be difficult for this princess to understand this pain in this lifetime."

Seeing that she had touched Pei Zhiyan's soft spot, Mother Xue couldn't help but secretly rejoice in her heart, "Oh, you are a princess with no children, let's see how you can be so proud."

Xuanyuan Ping looked at her, with a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. After all, all this was caused by him.

He felt guilty, walked over, patted her shoulder gently, and said softly, "Yan'er, you don't need to worry so much. You are still young, I believe the imperial physician will definitely take care of your body."

Mother Xue didn't know that Xuanyuan Ping had drugged Pei Zhiyan before, so she didn't understand the inside story. Seeing the two of them in such a situation, she felt a little confused. Why was the prince so tolerant of her?

At this time, Pei Zhiyan pretended to be sad again, "My lord, how can I not care? I cannot have children for you. This is my fault. I beg you to give me a letter of divorce and let me leave the palace. I am willing to pray for you and the palace in front of the ancient Buddha."

Pei Zhiyan pretended to be sincere and was about to leave.

Xuanyuan Ping's face changed when he heard this, and he stepped forward and held her hand tightly, "Yan'er, how can you say such a thing? You are my princess, how can I let you leave?"

Pei Zhiyan lowered her head, tears finally falling, "Your Highness, a woman who has no children will eventually be criticized. There are already rumors in the palace, and I don't want to bring more burden to the palace and Your Highness..."

Xuanyuan Ping's face darkened when he heard this, "If anyone in the palace dares to criticize the princess, I will punish them severely!"

Mother Xue standing by showed embarrassment. It was said that the prince treated the princess differently than before, but she didn't expect that the prince cared about the princess more than the former Concubine Xuan.

It seems that I can't take the princess lightly in the future.

Mother Xue was still thinking about it, but Pei Zhiyan changed the subject, "Your Majesty, originally Mother Xue wanted to help me take care of Xiaobao, and I am very grateful. However, I am thinking that Mother Xue is old, and Your Majesty brought Mother Xue to the palace so that she can live out her days in peace. How can you let Mother Xue work so hard?"

Xuanyuan Ping nodded, "Princess, what you said is absolutely right."

Mother Xue stepped forward and said, "My Lord, Princess, I am still strong and healthy. Besides, I am happy to see the young master grow up day by day. As long as my Lord and Princess do not despise me, I am willing to do my best."

Xuanyuan Ping smiled slightly, "Mother Xue, you have worked hard for the palace for many years, now you should enjoy your life in peace and contentment."

Mother Xue lowered her head, her deeply wrinkled face full of humility and respect, "Your Highness, I was born to work hard, how dare I eat free meals in the mansion? It is my honor to do what I can for you and your Highness."

Pei Zhiyan glanced at Mother Xue indifferently. In her eyes, Mother Xue was just an old maid who knew how to play tricks, but she actually took herself seriously.

She said in a cold tone, "Mother Xue, there are so many servants in the palace now. If you, an old person, are asked to take care of the young master, firstly, you may not be able to do it. Secondly, there are so many people in the palace now, and if you are asked to take care of the young master again, won't people say that my Jingwang Mansion treats servants harshly? I believe you don't want to give Jingwang Mansion another reason to be criticized, right?"

Mother Xue's face changed. She understood Pei Zhiyan's implication - she was just a servant. She looked up and met Pei Zhiyan's eyes, which were a mixture of indifference and arrogance, like ice in winter, cold and ruthless.

Mother Xue's heart trembled. She knew that this princess was very scheming and had some means. She had underestimated her in the past, and she would not get any advantage here today. She took a deep breath and tried to calm down her emotions. "Princess, please understand. I have no such intention. I was not thoughtful enough."

"Mother Xue, you are an elder in the palace, so you naturally know the rules." Pei Zhiyan spoke gently, but emphasized the word "rules". "Mother Xue once taught me that the most important thing for a person is to abide by the rules. People should abide by the rules according to their position."

Mother Xue's face turned red and white, and she lowered her head, feeling extremely angry. How dare she teach her a lesson like this? !

However, in front of the prince, she could only say respectfully, "I understand and will abide by my duty."

Then, Pei Zhiyan's eyes revealed a little tiredness. She gently rubbed her temples and said with a hint of fatigue, "Your Majesty, I am a little tired. I want to rest early today."

Xuanyuan Ping frowned slightly and asked with concern, "Is Yan'er feeling unwell? Do you need to call the palace doctor?"

Pei Zhiyan declined politely, "It's just that I've been busy these days, so there's no need to mobilize a large force. If Your Majesty has nothing important to do, please go ahead."

Xuanyuan Ping looked at Pei Zhiyan deeply. Yan'er seemed a little different today. Which woman didn't want to serve her husband and bear children for him? She must still be worried about her weak body.

It seems that he has to let Doctor Liu treat her body as soon as possible, so that he can have sex with her as soon as possible.

He was silent for a moment, then sighed softly, "In that case, you should take a good rest. If you need anything, just let me know." After that, he turned around and prepared to leave.

Mother Xue also stood up and followed Xuanyuan Ping out of Yime Garden.