freenovelworld Chapter 101 Consort Fucha Questions Her
Chapter 101 Consort Fucha Questions Her
Zhen Huan was secretly alarmed, knowing that she was in a dangerous situation, and quickly knelt down to explain:
"Your Majesty, I had no intention of comparing myself to Empress Lü. I simply misspoke in a moment of panic."
As for my charade, it was merely to amuse my sisters, but I never expected it to startle Consort Shu. I know I was wrong.
The chubby orange cat snorted coldly, "Hmph, even if you didn't mean it, it still caused a bad result."
Seeing this, Fucha Peiyun gently tugged at the sleeve of the chubby orange tree and said softly:
"Your Majesty, since I have not suffered any substantial harm,"
In my humble opinion, we should just leave it at that.
Consort Wan's younger sister is also an extremely intelligent person.
It seems that this was just a momentary oversight that led to such a reckless act.
"I believe that after this lesson, Consort Wan will certainly not make the same mistake again."
Upon hearing this, the chubby orange was delighted and very satisfied with Fucha Peiyun's tolerance and generosity.
Nian Shilan was very dissatisfied and said, "Consort Shu, how could you let her off so easily!"
Fucha Peiyun smiled and said, "Your Highness, I know you are doing this for my own good. Please don't be angry."
The saying goes, "One should be forgiving when one can," especially since I, her younger sister, am now safe and sound.
Why stir up trouble over such a trivial matter?
This has unnecessarily disrupted the peace of the harem and disturbed the emperor's tranquility.
After listening to their conversation, the chubby orange cat pondered for a moment and then slowly spoke:
"Since that's the case, Consort Wan, considering this is your first offense, I will punish you leniently."
You are hereby punished with one month of confinement in the palace, during which time you must diligently copy ten volumes of Buddhist scriptures.
This will also allow you to reflect on yourself and correct your mistakes.
I hope you will be more cautious in your actions in the future, and never act so rashly and impulsively again, otherwise you will be severely punished.
Zhen Huan was constantly on edge, fearing that the Emperor would severely punish her.
Hearing that it was just a house arrest and copying Buddhist scriptures, he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
She hurriedly knelt down to express her gratitude: "Thank you for your mercy, Your Majesty. I will certainly obey your decree and reflect on my mistakes in seclusion."
I will diligently transcribe the Buddhist scriptures, and never again disappoint the Emperor's favor and expectations.
At this moment, the Empress arrived, intending to plead for Zhen Huan and to disgust Nian Shilan and Fucha Peiyun.
But I arrived too late, and all I got was nothing.
The Empress, having long held a high position, would not easily lose her composure.
She quickly composed herself, forced a smile, and walked towards Fucha Peiyun.
He inquired with great concern about Fucha Peiyun's condition.
After accepting her punishment, Zhen Huan quickly returned to Suiyu Pavilion with her entourage.
After Nian Shilan spoke a few words of concern for Fucha Peiyun to the Empress,
They left Yanxi Palace together, and Nian Shilan gave the Empress a mocking smile.
"Empress herself rushed over to plead for Consort Wan, probably because Consort Wan previously compared herself to Empress Lü."
She probably's always wanted to take your place as empress.
The Empress harbored resentment towards Zhen Huan and was also angered by Nian Shilan's provocation.
But he couldn't lash out, so he could only say:
"How could that be? Consort Wan is usually humble and respectful; she shouldn't have such thoughts."
It seems the Imperial Noble Consort has misunderstood. Alas, as the mistress of the harem...
"Of course, I will try my best to take care of every sister."
Nian Shilan rolled her eyes at the Empress and left without lingering.
After the Empress returned to Jingren Palace, she immediately swept the cup onto the floor.
Big Fat Orange was worried about Fucha Peiyun, so he stayed at Yanxi Palace that night.
Fucha Peiyun initially wanted to give the big, fat orange to someone else, but then she changed her mind.
The big, chubby orange cat was left behind. After coaxing Hongchang to sleep, Fucha Peiyun kissed him.
My son, I'm sorry, your mother can't be with you tonight.
After her son was taken to a side hall, Fucha Peiyun forced herself to drink the calming medicine despite the bitterness.
Fucha Peiyun looked at the big fat orange and said
"I was frightened today and I'm afraid I'll have nightmares tonight and disturb Your Majesty's rest."
"After drinking the calming soup, I should be able to keep quiet from disturbing Your Majesty."
Big Fat Orange gently grasped Fucha Peiyun's hand and said:
"I stayed tonight to keep you company. If you have nightmares, it will be better if I am by your side."
Fucha Peiyun lowered her head slightly, a blush rising on her face.
In the middle of the night, Fucha Peiyun pretended to have a nightmare.
Fucha Peiyun closed her eyes tightly, her brows furrowed, and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.
She kept muttering, "Don't come any closer! Don't come any closer!"
The big orange cat was fast asleep when it was suddenly awakened by the shout.
He sat up, rubbing his sleepy eyes.
I feel a little uncomfortable.
After all, anyone would feel uncomfortable being woken up in the middle of the night.
Big Orange turned to look at Fucha Peiyun beside her, and could tell from her expression that she was having a nightmare.
Considering that she had already drunk the calming soup, yet was still so terrified,
Big Fat Orange's heart softened instantly, replaced by pity.
He also became angry with Zhen Huan.
Big Fat Orange quickly woke her up and held her tightly in his arms.
When Fucha Peiyun regained consciousness, her eyes were filled with tears of terror.
Big Fat Orange felt sorry for her and gently comforted her.
Fucha Peiyun was slowly coaxed to sleep by the chubby orange cat. The chubby orange cat watched her fall asleep.
She finally fell asleep, but didn't expect to sleep for long.
Fucha Peiyun was awakened by another nightmare, which also woke up the big fat orange cat.
Seeing that the chubby orange cat had been woken up, Fucha Peiyun looked at him with a guilty expression.
"It's all because I'm too timid; I was frightened by such a trivial matter."
"I've caused the Emperor to lose his rest; I am truly useless."
Upon seeing this, the chubby orange cat's displeasure dissipated considerably.
He felt that he had punished Zhen Huan too leniently during the day, but since the decree had already been issued, he would not go back on his word.
He gently patted Fucha Peiyun's slightly cold hand, comforting her:
"How can you blame yourself, Ah-Jun? Don't overthink it."
Don't worry, I'm here with you. Sleep peacefully.
Having said that, she gently helped Fucha Peiyun lie down.
After being comforted by the chubby orange cat, Fucha Peiyun nodded, slowly closed her eyes, and fell asleep again.
Big Fat Orange lay down next to him, but he was very nervous and his heart was pounding.
I'm afraid that Fucha Peiyun will wake up again.
As sleepiness slowly crept in, the chubby orange cat also drifted off to sleep.
Fortunately, nothing happened the following night, and Fucha Peiyun did not wake up again.
The next morning, Big Fat Orange woke up early and saw that Fucha Peiyun was still asleep, so he quietly got up.
He was helped out of bed by Su Peisheng and others, and prepared to go to court.
Big Orange didn't sleep well last night, and naturally wasn't in a good mood since he had to get up early for court.
Big Fat Orange went to court with a sullen face.
The atmosphere in the imperial court was solemn and dignified.
Upon seeing the chubby orange tree arrive, all the court officials bowed and shouted "Long live the Emperor!" in unison.
The chubby orange cat nodded slightly, signaling everyone to rise, and then slowly ascended the dragon throne and sat down.
Seeing this, Su Peisheng shouted loudly, "Speak if you have something to say, otherwise the court is adjourned!"
As soon as he finished speaking, several ministers stepped forward one by one to report on the affairs of various regions to the chubby orange.
And some urgent problems that need to be solved.
Big Fat Orange listened attentively to their reports, occasionally offering his own opinions and suggestions.
After this flurry of activity, the court fell silent for a while.
Suddenly, several imperial censors stepped forward, holding their official tablets, and said in unison:
"Your Majesty, we, your humble servants, wish to impeach Zhen Yuandao, the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review!"
Big Orange frowned, wondering what Zhen Yuandao had done this time that had given someone leverage over him.
Big Fat Orange initially thought that this was the Fucha family impeaching Zhen Yuandao to avenge Consort Shu.
However, they found that the Fucha family's expressions did not change.
The censor who submitted the memorial was from the Uya family and Ulanara.
The Empress Dowager thought he didn't know, but in fact he had known all along.
It's just a matter of turning a blind eye.
Why would the Empress Dowager suddenly turn against the Zhen family?
Zhen Yuandao heard that someone had actually impeached him.
His heart skipped a beat, but he was, after all, a seasoned official.
Knowing full well that he must not show the slightest sign of panic at this moment,
So he quickly adjusted his mindset, his face becoming as calm as still water.
He lowered his head without showing any emotion, listening quietly to what charges the censors would use to impeach him.
One of the imperial censors stepped forward, cupped his hands in greeting, and said loudly:
"Your Majesty, I wish to impeach Zhen Yuandao."
This man is audacious and reckless; he has taken the daughter of a disgraced official as his mistress!
He brought his concubine's daughter into the palace disguised as a maidservant of the legitimate daughter.
Your humble servant strongly suspects that Zhen Yuandao harbors treacherous intentions and may even harbor rebellious thoughts!
Upon hearing this, Zhen Yuandao immediately felt a chill run down his spine.
Fine beads of sweat began to appear involuntarily on his forehead.
He has kept this matter a secret perfectly all along.
He thought he had done everything perfectly, but how could he have been found out by these censors all of a sudden?
Although he did have some ulterior motives in doing so, wanting to gain some benefits for the Zhen clan,
But to say that he harbored rebellious intentions would be a real injustice.
Big Fat Orange's face instantly darkened, and his previously slightly narrowed eyes snapped open.
He stared directly at the censors below and asked in a cold voice:
Is there any conclusive evidence for this? If there is no solid evidence, then...
You are spouting nonsense and slandering important officials of the court!
As soon as he finished speaking, the imperial censor from the Wuya family hurriedly stepped forward.
He respectfully presented a thick document, bowing his head as he replied:
"Your Majesty, please calm your anger. Your humble servant would not dare to fabricate such a story."
This document contains witness testimonies and relevant physical evidence painstakingly collected by your humble servants. We humbly request Your Majesty's review.
The chubby orange cat nodded slightly, signaling Su Peisheng to bring over the document.
Su Peisheng went down to take the document presented by the censor and handed it to the fat orange.
Big Fat Orange took the document and slowly unfolded it, carefully examining each page.
As he read on, his brows furrowed more and more, and his expression grew increasingly serious.
Big Fat Orange never expected that Zhen Yuandao would actually dare to take the daughter of a disgraced official as a concubine.
They even brought into the palace the daughter of a criminal's daughter as a maidservant to the legitimate daughter.
What is Zhen Yuandao up to? If the descendant of this disgraced official harbors resentment towards me, will he attempt to assassinate me?
The thought of Huanbi becoming his concubine sent a chill down Da Pang Ju's spine.
Zhen Yuandao immediately stepped forward and shouted loudly that he was wronged.
"Your Majesty, please see the truth: I absolutely had no such intentions."
Someone must be deliberately framing me, trying to kill me!
As Zhen Yuandao spoke, he kept kowtowing and apologizing.
The chubby orange cat snorted coldly and questioned:
"You keep saying you were framed, but what substantial evidence do you have to prove your innocence?"
Faced with the emperor's questioning, Zhen Yuandao was speechless and secretly lamented his predicament.
Seeing Zhen Yuandao's helpless expression, Da Pang Ju's face grew even more gloomy and ugly.
He roared in fury, "Since you can't produce any evidence, then I have no choice but to deal with you according to the law."
Zhen Yuandao, you have betrayed the emperor, committed a heinous crime, and are guilty of deceiving the emperor.
He is to be immediately dismissed from his post and investigated; his entire family exiled to Ningguta!
Zhen Yuandao was struck dumb, collapsing to the ground. Soon after, his official hat and plume were removed, his official robes were taken away, and he was led away by guards.
Zhen Huan soon learned the news at Suiyu Pavilion and was extremely anxious.
Zhen Huan never expected that her father's affair with the daughter of a disgraced official would be discovered.
She blamed her father for making such a grave mistake, but she also didn't want him to be punished for it.
If her father were convicted, not only would her mother and sister suffer, but she herself would also become the daughter of a criminal.
But she was still under house arrest and powerless to do anything. Zhen Huan gritted her teeth and decided to risk seeking an audience with the Emperor.
Ignoring the palace servants' attempts to stop her, she ran to the route the emperor always took after court.
The chubby orange was even more furious when it saw Zhen Huan violate the prohibition.
He was terrified by the thought of Consort Shu, Zhen Huan, and had nightmares every night, which fueled his resentment towards Zhen Huan.
Seeing that the chubby orange was angry, Zhen Huan quickly prostrated herself on the ground and kowtowed, sobbing as she said:
"Your Majesty, I know my crime and am willing to accept punishment. But there must be more to the story regarding Father."
Father has been loyal throughout his life; how could he possibly do anything to harm the Emperor?
The chubby orange sneered: "The evidence is conclusive, what else do you have to say?"
I ask you, do you know that Huanbi is your sister?
"What are you, the Zhen family, planning to bring the descendant of a disgraced official into the palace?"
Zhen Huan shook her head and said, "I only learned today that Huanbi is my younger sister."
Your Majesty, Father only made this grave mistake in a moment of confusion.
But he was absolutely loyal to the Emperor. Father only sent Huanbi into the palace so that we sisters could support each other.
Huanbi grew up in the Zhen family and had no ill intentions towards the Emperor.
"Your Majesty, I beg you to spare my father and the Zhen family."
"Whether Zhen Yuandao had bad intentions or not, I do not know, but it is an indisputable fact that he committed the crime of deceiving the emperor."
A country has its laws, and a family has its rules; I cannot let this go unpunished.
Upon hearing this, Zhen Huan trembled violently. She raised her head and pleaded:
"Si Lang, please, please spare Father, please spare the Zhen family!"
As she spoke, she began to kowtow repeatedly to the large, fat orange.
Zhen Huan's fair and delicate forehead repeatedly collided with the cold, hard ground.
In just a few moments, a red swelling appeared on his forehead, and there were even faint traces of blood seeping out.
However, Zhen Huan seemed oblivious, continuing to kowtow desperately.
I just hope that the big fat orange can change its mind.
Big Fat Orange originally wanted to banish Zhen Huan and Huanbi to the Cold Palace, but upon seeing Zhen Huan's face, he ultimately softened.
"Zhen Yuandao is a criminal who deceived the emperor; I have already shown extraordinary mercy by not taking his life."
Huan agreed to the punishment of the criminal for deceiving the emperor, demoting him to a commoner and banishing him to the cold palace.
Consort Wan disobeyed the Emperor's will and was demoted to the rank of Attendant-in-Ordinary, confined to the Suiyu Pavilion.
As soon as he finished speaking, he stood up without hesitation and turned away.
Only Zhen Huan, her face filled with disbelief, remained kneeling there, stunned.
She allowed the palace maids and eunuchs to escort her back to Suiyu Pavilion.
When Huanbi, who was in Suiyuxuan, learned that she had been demoted to a commoner and was to be banished to the cold palace, she was terrified and turned pale.
Before she could react, she was forcibly escorted by eunuchs toward the Cold Palace.