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The banquet hosted by the Lu Family was, in fact, a Feast at Hongmen. They believed they could handle the stunning yet seemingly willful princess, but little did they know that Yun Qingyu arrived today with an imposing presence. As soon as she entered Lu's Mansion, she allowed her maid to give the Lu Family a stern warning.
Lady Lu still remembered how Yun Qingyu used to call her "mother" every time she visited the Lu Family, which gave her a sense of confidence.
Furrowing her brow, she harshly reprimanded Jing Lan, "Step aside! I'm speaking with Her Highness; it's not your place to interrupt!"
After saying this, she turned to Yun Qingyu, forcing herself to display a friendly smile that appeared somewhat stiff.
"Qingyu, you were once very close to me. Every time you came to the Lu Family, I treated you like my own daughter."
Yun Qingyu saw through her insincerity at a glance. Maintaining her expressionless demeanor, she replied coolly, "There should be no confusion of ranks; Lady Lu need not seek connections with This Palace."
Lady Lu was filled with hatred, wishing she could tear Yun Qingyu apart, but she dared not show any disrespect on her face.
Reluctantly, she and her daughter knelt and performed the formal greeting while inwardly grumbling, "What is this shameless woman pretending for? Just because she's been named Eldest Princess, she starts acting high and mighty. If she were just an ordinary noble lady married to Mingzhan, I would teach her a lesson about respecting her mother-in-law."
Yun Qingyu ignored Lady Lu's noisy thoughts and simply said, "No need for formalities," before striding further inside.
As soon as she sat down, Lu Wanyue quickly followed her side with a hint of provocation in her eyes. "Your Highness, my brother won't die."
Yun Qingyu remained unfazed and replied calmly, "In a few days, when his injuries improve, you can take him back."
Upon hearing that they would be bringing her brother back, Lu Wanyue's smile froze. The purpose of this banquet was to ensure that Lu Mingzhan could continue staying at Princess Manor.
She quickly composed herself and forced a smile, saying, "Your Highness must be joking. My brother's marriage to you was granted by imperial decree; how could he be easily divorced?"
Yun Qingyu calmly shook the teacup in her hand and replied slowly, "Lu Mingzhan has spoken disrespectfully within Princess Manor, repeatedly uttering vile words against This Palace. How can This Palace not divorce him? If you don't want him to be divorced, then let him stay in This Palace and wait for me to find an excuse to punish him every few days. Would that be acceptable?"
Lady Lu felt a surge of displeasure at these words, cursing inwardly, "That wretched woman! I would love to see how calm she remains if I were to douse her with tea."
Yun Qingyu's gaze shifted slightly, cold and composed as she looked at her. "Lady Lu, do you particularly want to throw tea at me?"
Lady Lu's hand, which was reaching for the teacup, froze abruptly under Yun Qingyu's piercing gaze, sending chills down her spine. She forced herself to remain calm and replied, "How could that be?"
Yun Qingyu's eyes grew even colder as she continued to stare at Lady Lu. "You'd better not, as impulsiveness can lead to trouble. This Palace does not know what it might do when provoked."
Suddenly recalling Yun Qingyu's notorious reputation for violence and cruelty, Lady Lu's face turned pale, and she dared not breathe too loudly, her body trembling slightly.
Yun Qingyu set down her teacup and glanced at the pale-faced Lady Lu before speaking in a flat tone. "Enjoying flowers and tea requires a good mood. Today, This Palace is not in a good mood; let's talk another time."
With that, she turned and walked out, continuing as she went, "Lady Lu, when you have nothing to do, you might consider eating vegetarian meals, reciting scriptures, and cultivating your mind to dispel your restlessness. I will give Lu Mingzhan three more days to recover; after that, Lady Lu had better send someone to bring him back. Otherwise, don't blame This Palace for taking extreme measures."
Lady Lu glared at Yun Qingyu's arrogant retreating figure, filled with resentment and wishing fervently for Yun Qingyu's immediate demise.
Through gritted teeth, she thought, "That wretched woman came here for less than an incense stick's time; she didn't come for the banquet but specifically to humiliate me and disgrace the Lu Family."
Just as Yun Qingyu stepped out of the door, she heard a familiar voice call out, "Sister Seven, why are you leaving?"
It turned out to be the Third Prince, who blocked Yun Qingyu's path and invited her, "I came to see my uncle and Aunt. Sister Seven, come in with me!"
Yun Qingyu remained silent, not even glancing at the Third Prince as she continued to walk outside.
Seeing this, the Third Prince shouted, "Sister Seven!"
At the same time, he reached out to stop Yun Qingyu from leaving.
But in the next moment, he let out a cry of pain; the hand he had extended was met with a sharp sting, forcing him to retract it.
It was Xin Yao who had acted swiftly, driving away the Pig Claw and stepping forward to shield Yun Qingyu behind her, coldly staring at the Third Prince.
The Third Prince clutched his arm, groaning in agony, his face turning pale.
The guards behind the Third Prince drew their swords, their blades gleaming menacingly. In unison, they pointed at Xin Yao standing beside Yun Qingyu and shouted loudly, "Assassination of the Prince, Unforgivable Sin, Attempted Murder! You deserve death a thousand times over; why don't you surrender?"
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