Chapter 366: Seizing the Minister’s Wife 18
Chapter 366: Seizing the Minister’s Wife 18
Lin Mingyue is safe for Huo Changwen today.
She had an indescribable feeling towards Huo Changwen. She believed that Huo Changwen must not be demoted to a commoner today.
This makes us sigh at the power of the plot. If Huo Changwen was demoted, he would never be able to enter the court again, and he would not be able to perform in future plays. After all, Huo Changwen is the male protagonist, and the male protagonist at that.
The fact that Lin Mingyue could be so foolish as to stand up for him was simply the request of the plot master.
Seeing Lin Mingyue actually say that, Xie Lan sneered in his heart.
Is such a handsome but capable man really worth Lin Mingyue bringing out the Queen Mother?
Xie Lan looked at Lin Mingyue deeply, her eyes were as cold as ice, as if they could penetrate her soul.
He didn't expect that Lin Mingyue would openly contradict him in the court for Huo Changwen, become so stupid, and even use the Queen Mother as a threat.
"Princess Mingtang, do you know what you are saying?" Xie Lan's voice was so cold that it seemed to freeze people. "As a member of the royal family, you actually pleaded for a man in the court and used the queen mother as a threat. Do you know how treasonous this is?"
Lin Mingyue's face turned pale with fear at Xie Lan's words. She knew that she had indeed gone too far, but she still said unwillingly: "Uncle Emperor, I... I just... just..."
"That's enough!" Xie Lan interrupted her. "As a member of the royal family, you should abide by your duties and not disregard the laws of the country for your own selfish desires in the court. I can pretend that what happened today never happened, but if there is a next time, I will never forgive you!"
Lin Mingyue was so frightened by Xie Lan's words that she was shaking all over. She knew that she had caused a big disaster, so she could only lower her head and dared not say another word.
But she just likes Huo Changwen, he must not get into any trouble, and her prince must not have any stain on him!
Huo Changwen felt mixed emotions at this moment. He did not expect that Princess Mingtang would do this for him. He felt touched and guilty.
He had no intention towards Lin Mingyue, and he knew that she was helping him secretly, but he also understood that what happened today could not be undone, his career had come to an end, and he could not drag others down.
Huo Changwen stood up silently, bowed deeply to Xie Lan, and said in a hoarse voice: "Your Majesty, I know that I have committed serious sins and dare not ask for your forgiveness, but I have a request for you, and I hope your Majesty will fulfill it."
Xie Lan looked at him and asked calmly, "What's the matter?"
Huo Changwen took a deep breath and said, "Sheng Rao and I are married couples. Although our relationship has been strained due to misunderstandings, I still feel guilty towards her. What happened today has dealt a heavy blow to her. I hope Your Majesty will allow me to apologize to her in person. I hope we can reconcile."
After hearing this, Xie Lan's hands holding the dragon throne turned pale, and he wished he could beat Huo Changwen to death right now.
This man actually wants to reconcile with Sheng Rao!
He is just daydreaming!
Sheng Rao is his, his alone, no one else can get involved!
But Xie Lan didn't get angry after all. He looked at Huo Changwen coldly and said calmly: "I heard that your wife wants to divorce you. If so, you should respect her opinion. What do you think?"
Huo Changwen was shocked when he heard this.
He felt an unspeakable bitterness in his heart, but he still managed to hold it in and said, "Your Majesty, I know that my wife is extremely disappointed in me, but I really know that I was wrong. I am willing to spend the rest of my life to make it up to my wife. Please give me a chance."
Xie Lan looked at him coldly, but her heart was surging.
He wished he could tear Huo Changwen into pieces right now, but he knew that now was not the time.
Xie Lan remained calm on the surface, but calmed down her emotions in her heart, and then said lightly: "Huo Changwen, since you know your mistakes, then go back and reflect on them. As for the matter between you and your wife, I hope you can respect her opinion."
Having said this, Huo Changwen knew that he had no reason to continue, so he could only bow his head and say, "Yes, I'll take my leave."
He turned and left, his back looking a little lonely.
Lin Mingyue looked at his departing back with mixed feelings. She knew that Huo Changwen was completely screwed this time, but she was still unwilling to accept it. She thought that one day she would help Huo Changwen regain his dignity and honor.
Xie Lan looked at Huo Changwen's departing back, a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes. He would never let Huo Changwen have the chance to get close to Sheng Rao again. He wanted to lock Sheng Rao firmly by his side and make her his only one.
With a call of "dismissal of court", the turmoil in the court temporarily subsided.
After Lin Mingyue left the Golden Palace, he went straight to the Empress Dowager's palace.
Sheng Rao had no idea what was happening in the court at the moment. She was reading quietly in her own yard.
Ever since she returned to the manor that day, she had been waiting to go to the Huo Mansion again to have Huo Changwen sign the divorce agreement.
Lin Mingyue rushed to the Queen Mother's bedroom. Before he even entered, he heard the laughter of the Queen Mother and several palace maids.
She took a deep breath, adjusted herself, and then asked someone to report.
Soon, a palace maid came out and respectfully invited her in.
Lin Mingyue tidied her appearance and stepped into the Queen Mother's bedroom.
As soon as he entered the bedroom, Lin Mingyue saw the empress dowager sitting at the top. She was chatting with the palace maids with a smile on her face and seemed to be in a very good mood.
Lin Mingyue's heart moved, knowing that this was a good opportunity, she quickly stepped forward, knelt in front of the Queen Mother, and bowed respectfully.
"Yuer greets the Empress Dowager, and wishes her the best of health and happiness."
When the Queen Mother saw Lin Mingyue, the smile on her face became even brighter. She waved her hand to let the palace maids leave, then she took Lin Mingyue's hand affectionately and asked her to sit next to her.
"Girl Yue'er, why are you here today? Do you have something to tell me?" The Queen Mother looked at Lin Mingyue with eyes full of love.
Lin Mingyue nodded, and she hugged the empress dowager's arm and acted coquettishly.
"Grandma, Yue'er does have something to ask for."
The Queen Mother patted the back of her hand and said with a smile: "Girl, if you have any problem, just tell me. As long as I can help you, I will definitely help you."
Lin Mingyue pursed her lips, a trace of determination flashed in her eyes: "Grandmother, Yue'er pleaded for Huo Changwen in the court today, which made the emperor uncle angry. Yue'er knows that this is wrong, but Yue'er just can't bear to see Huo Changwen being wronged."
The Queen Mother frowned slightly. She knew Lin Mingyue's feelings for Huo Changwen, and she also knew that Huo Changwen was a married man. But since Yue'er liked him, she could do nothing about it.
"Yuer, I have also heard about Huo Changwen's affairs. He really went too far this time, and the emperor was so angry that he did that. You pleaded for him, and the emperor did not punish you. He already did that for my sake."
The Queen Mother was very concerned about Lin Mingyue's affairs. When she broke into the Golden Palace, someone reported it to her.
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