The Queen Mother jumped from the tower, and His Majesty was reborn with fear

The news that Yu Jinzhi had made things difficult for Su Zhaorong soon spread throughout the harem, and even Xie Yuxiu heard about it.

"Kneel down as punishment?" Xie Yuxiu was obviously surprised, because Yu Jinzhi seemed to have never punished anyone on her own initiative.

Wang Yi also found it unbelievable, but that was what was being spread outside, and he didn’t know how to respond.

"I heard that when Su Zhaorong left, there were marks of being slapped on her face." Wang Yi carefully looked at Xie Yuxiu's expression when he said this.

When Xie Yuxiu heard this, he immediately denied it: "She wouldn't do such a thing." He actually believed her.

But this was a scene seen by everyone in the palace, could it be fake?

"Did Concubine Jia know that Su Zhaorong was punished?" Xie Yuxiu asked.

This is natural, everyone in the palace knows it.

"I heard that Concubine Jia also summoned Su Zhaorong in person." Wang Yi replied.

That's right. Xie Yuxiu looked as if he understood everything, as if he didn't take what happened today seriously at all.

"Let her do whatever she wants. You just need to protect her and make sure no one takes advantage of her." Yu Jinzhi will handle the rest herself.

“…Yes” Wang Yi was helpless. Forget it. His Majesty has been indulging the princess for more than a day or two. What does this matter?

two days later

The day of the birthday

Yu Jinzhi appeared at the banquet with Xie Yuxiu. The previous rumors were still making the rounds, but neither of them seemed to take them seriously.

Especially now that the two of them appeared at the banquet at the same time, those who had initially doubted the authenticity of the rumors were still wavering.

Your Majesty...are you really going to make Yu Jinzhi the queen?

If it were in the past, it would be reasonable. After all, Yu Jinzhi had a noble status and her family background was worthy of the position of queen.

But now that Yu Sheng was dead, Yu Jinzhi no longer had any maternal family to rely on. With her current status, how could she possibly be qualified for the position of queen?

Moreover, the third prince of Li State has already proposed a marriage with Yu Jinzhi, so how can she be the queen? Compared with this position, shouldn't the peace and communication between the two countries be the most important?

Yu Jinzhi turned a deaf ear to everyone's discussions, but as for Xie Yuxiu... he did not hide his concern for Yu Jinzhi at all.

"Send the crab meat that Zhizhi likes over." Xie Yuxiu said as he took a look at the crab meat in front of him.

Wang Yi quickly bent down and brought the things to Yu Jinzhi. This action naturally attracted a lot of attention.

Yu Jinzhi looked up at Xie Yuxiu, who was like a peacock spreading its tail. The people below were all stunned. Is this His Majesty?

Yu Jinzhi: "..." How come it's so conspicuous? Idiot.

Ning An and the third prince of Li were sitting together, and they naturally saw the above interaction.

"I have already arranged everything, brother, please don't waste such a good opportunity." Ning An picked up the wine glass and spoke with his face covered.

"Don't worry." The third prince looked at Yu Jinzhi with a hint of interest in his eyes.

Although he was not very interested in this princess, she was a beauty... so it was okay to play with her. Besides, he had not experienced what it was like to be with another emperor's woman. Anyway, when they went to Li together, wouldn't he have to decide what he said? But it was not a disadvantage for him at the moment.

Soon a maid came up to add more wine, and Yu Jinzhi looked at the maid in front of her. Outsiders might not know that all the servants around her were familiar palace servants, and even in such a big occasion, there were special people serving.

This was arranged by Xie Yuxiu, saying that it was to prevent some unnecessary accidents. But Yu Jinzhi had never seen this palace maid before.

She concealed her emotions without leaving any trace. How could it be said that Princess Ning'an was also quite capable? The hand was even extended to her.

Yu Jinzhi picked up the wine brought by the palace maid, and then covered her movements with her sleeves. All the wine spilled on her sleeves.

"Your Majesty" Ning An stood up at some point without knowing it.

"Today is the Emperor's Birthday. Ning An has specially prepared a dance to celebrate for His Majesty," said Ning An.

Although Xie Yuxiu had no interest in it, he would not offend Li Guo in public.

"Princess, you are so thoughtful. Please." Xie Yuxiu said coldly.

"Yes...but Your Majesty, please give Ning An some time. Ning An seems to be going to change clothes. Princess, I wonder if you can accompany Ning An?" Ning An took the initiative to ask Yu Jinzhi.

Yu Jinzhi's eyes moved slightly: "Naturally."

After saying this, Yu Jinzhi left with Ning An. When leaving, Xie Yuxiu even looked at Wang Yi on purpose.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty. The princess is safe." Wang Yi replied.

After hearing this, Xie Yuxiu felt relieved.

Yu Jinzhi and Ning An went all the way to the back hall, and Yu Jinzhi pressed his head somewhat unnaturally.

"What's wrong with the princess? Are you feeling unwell?" Ning An asked knowingly.

Yu Jinzhi shook her head: "Nothing, maybe I drank a little too much just now."

"There is an empty hall next to me. I'll go change into my dancing costume first, and you can go and have a rest nearby, Princess." Ning An seemed really considerate.

Yu Jinzhi also cooperated: "Then Princess, go ahead."

As she spoke, Yu Jinzhi, supported by Qingyu, went to the hall next door. But just as they entered, a palace maid ran over. It was someone close to Princess Ning'an.

"Please forgive us, Princess, as we are not from your country. Our princess is still unclear about some of the etiquette in the capital. I wonder if Sister Qingyu can come with us to help our princess solve her doubts?" said someone next to Princess Ning'an.

Qingyu was in a dilemma, but Yu Jinzhi had already spoken first: "Go ahead."

"Yes," Qingyu said helplessly, and then followed the palace maid and left.

Yu Jinzhi was the only one left in the hall. She looked around and had no idea how many of Xie Yuxiu's men were in the dark.

I just hope that Xie Yuxiu won't stop what's going to happen...

Yu Jinzhi closed the palace door and looked outside through the screen window. She just happened to see the third prince of Li Kingdom staggering towards this side.

It looks like... he also drank some wine.

Sure enough, it was the same trick again. Yu Jinzhi sighed. There was really no novelty at all.

The moment the door was pushed open by the Third Prince, Yu Jinzhi was already sitting next to him. The Third Prince was also slightly tipsy, but when he saw Yu Jinzhi still sitting there, a hint of doubt flashed across his eyes.

It seems that he is not completely drunk, and Yu Jinzhi's eyes also became colder.