Chapter 1 The Imperial Palace, Chang Le Palace

The ministers recalled the scene of their accusations and angry scolding of the emperor, cold sweat beading on their foreheads.

Having learned that it was all a misunderstanding, they only wanted to make amends and appease His Majesty, so they all began to denounce the Lu Grand Concubine.

"Grand Concubine, such words have been spread; it is due to your poor management! You should seriously reflect on this!"

"Indeed, for a mere servant to dare spread such words detrimental to His Majesty, Chang Le Palace needs to be thoroughly investigated!"

"Agreed, His Majesty's reputation is of utmost importance, such a lowly maid must not be spared…"

In order to make amends, the ministers worked extra hard, not giving Lu Grand Concubine any face.

Such humiliation only made the already aggrieved Lu Grand Concubine even more furious, her phoenix eyes turning red, feeling extremely wronged.

But this time, she truly made a wrong move and lost to Jiang Chen.

She could only swallow the bitter fruit with resentment and allow the ministers to accuse her.

After a long while!

She finally managed to compose herself, gritting her teeth and saying, "This matter is my oversight, I apologize to His Majesty."

She bowed slightly, her beautiful and dignified face had returned to calm, but in the depths of her eyes, there was a hint of hatred.

Jiang Chen curled his lips, his expression playful, not taking Lu Grand Concubine seriously at all.

As long as he knew who the enemy was, Jiang Chen was confident that no one could be his opponent.

He waved his sleeve and said, "Rise, as long as it's explained clearly."

"Esteemed ministers, the matter has been clarified, are you satisfied with this outcome?"

As he spoke, Jiang Chen looked at Prime Minister Pei in the corner with a profound gaze, smiling meaningfully, "Prime Minister, what are you thinking now?"

"I remember, you were the one who led the angry knocking on the palace gates, storming into the Hall of Diligent Governance to insult me…"

He paused, his voice suddenly sinking, "Such a disrespectful crime, how should I punish you all!"

Prime Minister Pei and the others turned pale and quickly knelt down.

"Your subject, your subject is guilty!"

"Your Majesty, your subject is willing to accept punishment!"

Jiang Chen looked displeased and left them kneeling for a while before personally helping the officials up from the ground.

He sighed and said, "Forget it, I know that you are all loyal ministers who wholeheartedly serve the country. Your intention in angrily knocking on the palace gates was also for my own good. I can forgive you酌情." (discretionally)

As he spoke, he changed his tone, warning them, "But there will be no next time!"

"My tolerance is limited. If you act impulsively and recklessly like today again in the future, then don't blame me for disregarding the relationship between ruler and subject!"

Jiang Chen's combination of grace and power made Prime Minister Pei and the other ministers show shame and add a few more points of awe in their hearts.

To wrongly accuse and denounce His Majesty like this, yet His Majesty did not retaliate, only warned them, and then let the matter pass.

Such tolerance and magnanimity made them feel ashamed!

"Your Majesty is kind and generous, with a broad mind, this old minister admires you!"

The ministers knelt down and bowed deeply, sincerely and wholeheartedly.

A smile floated in Jiang Chen's eyes, and he nodded, "Esteemed ministers, rise. If you are truly grateful to me, then go and handle the government affairs well. I don't need these empty formalities."

"As for the aftermath of the rumors, I will handle it together with the Grand Concubine. You don't need to interfere anymore."

"Yes, we respectfully obey Your Majesty's decree," the ministers responded with cupped fists.

But as they left, many important officials of the court cast unkind glances at Lu Grand Concubine.

Although His Majesty did not punish them, today's matter would definitely affect their position in His Majesty's heart, thereby harming their careers.

In their hearts, they harbored resentment towards Lu Grand Concubine, the culprit.

Seeing the thoughts of the crowd, Lu Grand Concubine's pretty face twisted slightly.

After putting in so much effort, not only did she fail to teach the emperor a lesson, but she also made so many enemies for herself. How hateful!

After everyone left.

Jiang Chen directly dismissed the palace maids and walked to Lu Grand Concubine with a playful expression.

The two were so close that their breaths could be heard.

At this distance, Jiang Chen could clearly see everything about this beautiful Grand Concubine!

Whether it was her trembling eyelashes, or her phoenix eyes filled with anger… and, that most soul-stirring lips, bitten by her pearly teeth, tender as a cherry.

All of it was taken into Jiang Chen's eyes, scrutinizing without restraint.

Lu Grand Concubine felt a emptiness in her heart from his aggressive gaze, and unconsciously wanted to avoid it.

But then she remembered her status as an elder, gained confidence, and glared at Jiang Chen, saying:

"Your Majesty, no matter what, I am your elder. You should give me the respect I deserve!"

Jiang Chen ignored her anger and said greedily, "Grand Concubine, now that it's just you and me in the hall, I'll be frank with you."

As he spoke, he leaned closer again, his nose almost touching Lu Grand Concubine's face.

He said teasingly, "Actually, what I admire most are women with strong methods and quick wit. And like the Grand Concubine, who is both beautiful and ambitious… I like even more!"

Lu Grand Concubine's pupils shrank. What she cared about was not Jiang Chen's frivolous attitude, but the phrase 'ambitious'!

Could it be, could it be that this dog emperor has found out something?

Just as she was uneasy, Jiang Chen suddenly made a move, boldly molesting the charming mature woman in front of him.

He stretched out a hand and pinched Lu Grand Concubine's pointed chin.

The smooth and soft touch made Jiang Chen unable to resist rubbing it twice, feeling very comfortable.

Although she was nearly forty years old, Lu Grand Concubine's skin was still as smooth as a maiden's, like the finest silk, making people reluctant to take their hands away.

"Emperor, have you gone mad? Quickly let go of me!"

"If others see this, our reputations will be completely ruined!"

Startled by Jiang Chen's presumptuous actions, Lu Grand Concubine widened her beautiful eyes and scolded sharply, her heart filled with extreme panic.

This, this dog emperor actually dared to do something! I am the late emperor's woman!

She raised her jade hand, wanting to slap away the big hand on her chin, but she could not match Jiang Chen's strength, so she had to give up helplessly.

Her pretty face was flushed, not knowing whether it was from anger or shame.

Jiang Chen looked at her, a wicked smile forming on the corner of his mouth, lightly smelling the fragrance on Lu Grand Concubine's body.

This frivolous action made Lu Grand Concubine's face turn ashen, hating him so much that she gritted her teeth.

This dog emperor is truly audacious!

Just as she was about to lose her patience and explode, Jiang Chen suddenly withdrew his hand and took a step back.

His expression was playful, "Grand Concubine, who do you think this world belongs to?"

Lu Grand Concubine's expression stiffened, and she said cautiously, "You are the emperor of Great Wei, so this world naturally belongs to you."

"Since that's the case, shouldn't the people of the world listen to me, the emperor?"

Lu Grand Concubine's gaze became even more vigilant, and she nodded, "You are the ruler of the world, so naturally they should listen to you."

Jiang Chen smiled faintly, but there was no smile in his eyes, "Is that so? Then shouldn't the Grand Concubine, as a member of the imperial family, be even more loyal to me and at my disposal?"

Although his actions were very intimate, Jiang Chen's eyes remained steady, without the slightest confusion.

Seeing this, Lu Grand Concubine felt a weight lift from her heart…