The mistress is reborn, no one who bullies me can escape

"Sir Xiao, regardless of other things, Aunt Zhao is a member of my Zhenguo Mansion. How this matter should be handled will naturally be decided by my Zhenguo Mansion!" The Marquis of Zhenguo said slowly, his tone as steady as Mount Tai.

Sean stood aside with a slightly embarrassed look on his face, thinking to himself: I was ultimately at fault in this matter. Thinking back to that night... her every smile and delicate figure made him involuntarily moved.

It was all his fault for being impulsive at the time, which led to such bitter consequences now.

"How the old marquis decides to deal with Aunt Zhao is a matter of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion, but Aunt Zhao's child is after all the blood of our Xiao family. I beg the old marquis to be merciful and return the child to our Xiao family." Just as everyone was in a stalemate, a person suddenly walked in from outside the door.

This person had a slightly round figure, but his manners were dignified and his expression was solemn. Even without saying a word, he exuded an awe-inspiring aura that made people feel awe.

When Sean saw the person coming, his eyes lit up instantly. He couldn't help but run forward like a fly, shouting, "Dad, you're finally here!"

The man whom Lord Xiao called "Dad" was the current Censor.

He glared at Sean fiercely and shouted angrily: "Look at what you have done!"

He has not yet started a family, but he actually had a child outside. What's worse is that the woman he had an affair with was actually the concubine of the Duke of Zhenguo. This really brought shame to the Xiao family.

This hat was just put on the head of the deceased prince of the Zhenguo Mansion! For the Zhenguo Mansion, which has always been famous and crowded with people, this is undoubtedly a great shame.

Because of this, even though he came here in person and faced the angry Marquis Zhenguo, he still couldn't help but feel a deep sense of guilt in his heart.

So when he opened his mouth to speak, he naturally lowered his voice a lot, and said apologetically: "Old Marquis, I am really sorry for the Xiao family."

At this moment, the Marquis of Zhenguo had been suppressing his raging anger in his heart, and after hearing these words, it instantly exploded!

He stared with his eyes wide open, and roared in anger: "Master Yushi, you are so easy to say. Look at the son you taught. His actions are simply a shame to your Xiao family!"

"My son has committed such an absurd act this time, which has brought shame and humiliation to the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. It is understandable that everyone in the mansion is furious."

"Whether it's beating or punishment... ...as long as the Zhenguohou Mansion decides on the matter, I, Xiao, will have absolutely no complaints! It's just that my young son is ignorant, so I hope the Zhenguohou can show some leniency and spare the poor child's life."

However, the Marquis of Zhenguo did not seem to be moved by these words. Instead, his tone became colder and full of anger, and he asked: "Sir Xiao, from what you said, are you planning to take the child back home?"

"Humph! Even if the child is innocent, he is still a great shame to our Zhenguo Mansion. There is no way I can let you take him away so easily!"

Xiao Yushi's originally calm face suddenly became gloomy, as if frost could drip out. He stared coldly at the Marquis of Zhenguo and said in a cold voice: "If that's the case, I wonder how the old Marquis plans to deal with this matter?"

The eyes of the Marquis of Zhenguo were like knives, and his tone was cold and resolute: "Only by executing these two people can the raging anger of our Zhenguo Mansion be calmed!"

These extremely cold words blew through the hearts of everyone present like a cold wind, making people shudder.

When Sean, who was standing nearby, heard this, his body began to tremble uncontrollably, his face full of fear, and he quickly begged for mercy, "Old Marquis, this matter is indeed my fault, but... but these are two living lives, how can you just kill them!"

At this moment, a trace of pity arose in Sean's heart, and this pity was like a ray of light in the darkness for Zhao Yuting who was in desperate situation.

She stared at Sean with hope, her eyes gleaming with intense expectation, as if praying that he would remember the friendship they had that night and come to save her and her son.

However, Censor Xiao mercilessly shouted, "Shut up!"

These two words hit Zhao Yuting's heart like a heavy hammer, instantly shattering the only remaining fantasy in her heart.

Censor Xiao's face was as gloomy as water, and he said mercilessly: "It's just two lowly lives. As long as it can make the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion calm down, their deaths will be worthy!"

It was obvious that Censor Xiao's mind was on his son. As for Zhao Yuting's life or death, he didn't care at all. He even hoped that she would die soon to avoid bringing more trouble to himself.

Now that he can’t even protect his grandson, being able to save his son is the last bottom line!

At this moment, only an angry roar was heard: "Someone, come, drag this Aunt Zhao away and beat her to death with sticks!" The sound was like thunder in the ears, making people shudder.

When Zhao Yuting heard this, she was so frightened that she turned pale and lost her mind.

She was seen rolling and crawling in panic, and suddenly fell to the ground, tears pouring down like a flood, and she kept begging, "Master Xiao, please save me..." Her crying was so miserable that it moved people.

However, the heavy voice of the command was like a sharp knife that mercilessly cut Sean's heart, making him feel heartbroken and in great pain.

At this moment, his mind kept emerging with the scene of how charming, gentle, and affectionate Zhao Yuting was when he spent the night with her that night.

Those beautiful memories flooded into his mind like a tide, making it even harder for him to let go...

"Old Marquis, please spare Aunt Zhao's life! As long as you calm down, I will do anything for you!" Sean fell to his knees and begged bitterly.

When Censor Xiao saw his son like this, he couldn't help but feel a little pity in his heart.

After all, even a tiger won’t eat its own cubs, let alone humans?

Just as he was hesitating, an attendant hurried over and handed him a letter.

Censor Xiao took the letter and didn't take it seriously at first. But when he read the contents between the lines carefully, his face turned pale instantly and veins popped out on his forehead.

Then, he turned around and strode towards Sean in anger, raised his hand and slapped Sean hard on the face, and shouted angrily: "Sean, Sean, how can you be so confused! Just for such a shameless woman, do you really want our Xiao family to become a laughing stock for others?"

"In the past, I have always viewed your actions with tolerance and love. After all, considering your young age, you have not yet fully understood many things."

"However, if from now on you still persist in your wrongdoings and act recklessly without any regard for the reputation and dignity of our Xiao family, then don't blame me for being ruthless. I will have no choice but to expel you from our home."

"From now on, no matter what kind of fame you achieve or what kind of difficulties you encounter, it has nothing to do with the Xiao family!"

In fact, deep in his heart, Sean still had a trace of sympathy for Zhao Yuting, and he really wanted to protect her from the bottom of his heart.

But when his personal future lay before him, he couldn't help but begin to hesitate.

Seeing that his son was still clear-headed, Censor Xiao finally felt a little relieved.

Then, he turned to face the Marquis of Zhenguo and said with a guilty look on his face, "I am really sorry to have embarrassed you, old Marquis. As for how to deal with Aunt Zhao, it is entirely up to you, old Marquis, to decide. My Xiao family will never interfere."

"It's just that... that child is innocent after all. If the Marquis can show mercy and spare the child's life today, if the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion has any needs in the future, my Xiao family will definitely do our best and will never stand idly by!"

After hearing this, the Marquis of Zhenguo paused for a moment, a look of embarrassment on his face.

Obviously, he was also in hesitation at this moment.

At this point, the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion will undoubtedly become the topic of conversation and the laughing stock of the entire Kyoto.

However, if one really has the heart to kill these two people, it will not change certain existing facts.

On the contrary, if one could use the power of these two people to seek benefits and build bridges for the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion, then doing so might be a good choice.

"Sir Xiao, although the emperor asked you and our family to handle this matter privately, after all... this matter is of no small importance. It involves the serious crime of deceiving the emperor. No matter what, we have to give a reasonable explanation to the emperor, right?" Zhenguo Hou said with a frown.

When Censor Xiao heard this, he was overjoyed.

He knew that this was the perfect time to strike while the iron was hot, so he quickly continued, "Old Marquis is absolutely right! In my opinion, Aunt Zhao can be used as an explanation to the emperor."

When Zhao Yuting, who was standing nearby, heard this, she was immediately frightened and horrified.

She subconsciously shook her head and looked at Sean with pitiful eyes, hoping that he could say a few good words for her.

However, Sean had already turned his head away at this moment, not daring to even look at her again.

The Marquis of Zhenguo lowered his head and pondered for a moment, and soon made up his mind.

He waved his hand and shouted, "Come here! Drag this Aunt Zhao away and beat her to death with sticks!"

This time, the servants acted unusually quickly and efficiently.

They stepped forward without hesitation and covered Aunt Zhao's mouth, making it impossible for her to make any sound.

Then, he forcibly dragged her away from the spot.

Not long after, a servant came running to report: "My Lord, Aunt Zhao has been beaten to death."

The Marquis of Zhenguo nodded slightly, and the anger on his face gradually subsided, but one could still see the remaining anger that had not completely dissipated.

He thought to himself that he had finally gotten rid of this troublemaker who had brought shame to the family, and he couldn't help but sigh, "What a misfortune for our family!"

On the other side, after hearing that Zhao Yuting was dead, Sean's body trembled violently, his eyes rolled back, and he fainted.

The people standing by were all horrified when they saw this.

Seeing his son so vulnerable, Censor Xiao became so angry that his face turned blue and his chest heaved violently.

He gritted his teeth, glared at the unconscious Sean, and roared, "Someone, come! Quickly carry this useless young master back to the mansion!"

When the servants hurriedly lifted Xiao En up and prepared to leave, Xiao Yushi stopped, turned to look at the Marquis of Zhenguo, and said gloomily: "I hope the Marquis can keep his promise."

The Marquis of Zhenguo nodded expressionlessly and said in a deep voice, "Don't worry, Sir Xiao. I will send someone to send the child to the Xiao Mansion this afternoon."

Just like that, this farce caused by Zhao Yuting ended with her death.

However, things did not end there.

The news quickly spread to every corner of the capital and even reached the imperial palace.

When the emperor learned about this, he just frowned slightly and didn't say much.

But after hearing this, the Queen flew into a rage, slammed the table and shouted, "What a useless thing!"

"Your Majesty, we were indeed negligent this time. We originally wanted to use Zhao Yuting to cause trouble for the Crown Princess, and it would be best if we could create a rift between her and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."

"I never thought... that Aunt Zhao was such a shameless person. She did such a disgraceful thing to the family. She deserves to die! Fortunately, her scandal did not implicate you, the Queen."

"However, judging from the current situation, with such a scandal happening in the Zhenguo Mansion, I'm afraid that Zhou Niangdi will not be able to remain unscathed."

"After all, she is from the Duke of Zhenguo Mansion. If this matter gets out of hand, it might affect her status in front of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."

The Queen pursed her lips slightly, a trace of calculation flashed in her eyes: "Humph, even if Zhou Liangdi is gone, don't we still have the other two? I don't believe that I can't find a chance to sow discord between the two of them!"

The confidant beside him was shocked when he heard this, but he still quickly agreed: "Your Majesty is wise! I think as long as we plan carefully and make careful arrangements, we will be able to find a good opportunity to make His Royal Highness the Crown Prince dissatisfied with the Crown Princess."

The queen raised the corners of her lips slightly, and a meaningful smile appeared on her beautiful face.

She raised her hand and waved, signaling the maid beside her, "Send this to the East Palace, and remember to tell Liang Fengyi that this is a special reward from me. Also, tell her not to disappoint me!"

"Yes, ma'am."

The maid responded respectfully and left.

After the palace maid left, the queen slowly stretched out her jade hand and gently rubbed her eyebrows.

Although the Zhao Yuting incident did not cause her much substantial damage, the emperor was already dissatisfied with her meddling in the affairs of the Eastern Palace today.

Thinking of this, the queen couldn't help but frown and ponder in her heart.

She knew that if this matter was not resolved quickly, Ling Yan's relationship with her would become increasingly distant in the future.

This was definitely not the situation she expected to see. After all, in this deep palace, only by holding on to the emperor's heart could she maintain her position and power.

So the queen secretly made up her mind to come up with a foolproof plan to resolve the current crisis.