The Sixth Princess, flattered by Feng Jin's words, was about to boast when she realized something was amiss. The joy on her face vanished instantly, and she glared venomously at Feng Jin. "How dare you insult me, and slander my mother! I will have you dead and buried without a grave!"
"Guards, restrain her and take her away for a good beating!"
Before the surrounding eunuchs could approach Feng Jin, they all fell to the ground with a thud.
The Sixth Princess was startled and looked at Feng Jin abruptly. "What are you doing? How dare you kill palace eunuchs without authorization! I will report you to Father Emperor and have you executed!"
Disgust deepened in Feng Jin's eyes. With such limited courage, they dared to imitate others by shouting orders to kill. If she didn't have the status of a princess, with such a simple mind, she would have died a hundred times over by now.
"Princess, please calm your anger. My sister has always been mischievous. Please don't let this upset you." Feng Ruoyan swayed her slender waist and moved beside the Sixth Princess, trying to get close.
It was just that this Sixth Princess was never easy to deal with, and Feng Ruoyan's attempt at reciprocity did not earn her any favors.
"You killed palace eunuchs without authorization; it's a capital offense."
"Princess, where did you get that idea? When did I kill any eunuchs? Princess, please do not slander me."
"I saw it with my own eyes, these eunuchs..."
Before the Sixth Princess could finish speaking, the eunuchs who had fallen to the ground all stood up, unharmed.
"This..."
"As the Princess has seen, these eunuchs are all safe and sound. Princess, you are slandering me so, I ask that the Sixth Princess clear my name."
"It must be your trickery! You've deceived me! I will report you to Father Emperor and have you executed, along with your nine generations of relatives!"
"Sixth Princess, what big talk! Threatening to execute nine generations of relatives with every other word." Ling Mohan's cold voice echoed in every corner.
It caused countless women to look over, and there were whispers among them.
Ling Mohan walked to Feng Jin's side, gently pulling her into his embrace, his cold gaze fixed on the Sixth Princess.
"Sixth Princess, what crime has my wife committed that you would threaten her with execution and the extermination of her nine generations of relatives? If you cannot explain clearly today, then let His Majesty decide whether to exterminate my nine generations of relatives!"
The Sixth Princess immediately trembled, her body stiffening. In a moment of lost backbone, her eyes shifted evasively. "She was disrespectful to me..."
"Princess, you truly have a great air about you. Disrespecting a princess is a capital offense punishable by the extermination of nine generations of relatives. I must ask His Majesty which law of Dongchu stipulates this, or did you, the Sixth Princess, set this law yourself!"
Ling Mohan's voice was cold and carried immense authority, pressing the Sixth Princess to the point where she lacked the courage to retort.
"A good Spring Festival flower banquet, why must it be disturbed to the point where everyone loses interest."
The Sixth Princess looked over upon hearing the voice. Upon seeing Chu Yanxi, her nose twitched, and tears of grievance poured down. She directly threw herself at Chu Yanxi. "Imperial Brother, they are all bullying me. You must uphold justice for me."
"I am aware of the entire situation. Imperial Sister, you were in the wrong from the start and then spoke disrespectfully. General Ling is a meritorious official of Dongchu. If not for General Ling protecting our home and country, how would you enjoy your life of wealth and honor today."
Chu Yanxi, with a posture of divine righteousness, lectured the Sixth Princess. Then he turned to Ling Mohan, his tone very respectful. "General Ling, Madam Ling, this matter is entirely my younger sister's fault, and also due to my insufficient discipline. I hereby offer my apologies to both of you."
"Imperial Brother, you are a prince, and I am a princess. We are the rulers, and they are the subjects. How can a ruler be as subservient as a servant in admitting fault? Do you still possess the dignity of a prince?"
"Enough! You shut your mouth! Haven't you understood what I said just now? Hurry up and apologize to Madam Ling."
The anger in the Third Prince's eyes was undeniable. "I will never apologize to her!"
Having lost so much face this time, the Sixth Princess would absolutely not bow to Feng Jin in front of everyone. "You're lucky this time. You'd better avoid me when you see me in the future, or I will never let you off!"
After delivering her harsh words, the Sixth Princess turned and left.
Chu Yanxi, who had been playing the role of a peacemaker, had his face immediately lose its composure after being so disregarded. However, he still maintained a gentle and refined smile.
"Madam Ling, my younger sister is still young and has been spoiled considerably since childhood. If she has offended Madam Ling in any way, I hope Madam can be magnanimous and not bother with her."
Feng Jin silently rolled her eyes. This Third Prince was wasting his talent by not being an actor; with his abilities, he could definitely become the most popular performer.
"Third Prince, you are too kind. The Sixth Princess, as a princess, holds a noble status. How could I dare to bother with the Sixth Princess?"
She wanted to take the easy way out, but Feng Jin refused to give her the opportunity. She wanted to see how Chu Yanxi would continue his act.
Unexpectedly, Feng Jin was so uncooperative, which made Chu Yanxi's awkwardness even more pronounced. He let out a forced laugh and said, "Madam is truly humorous!"
"Third Prince, I have always disliked joking with people. I only speak the truth, so please do not take offense."
"Naturally, naturally!"
Chu Yanxi said sheepishly. His gaze then fell on Ling Mohan. Just as he was about to strike up a conversation, Ling Mohan suddenly brushed past him, took Feng Jin's hand, and walked away to another area.
The hand that was about to be extended was sheepishly withdrawn. Chu Yanxi's lips still held a gentle smile, but beneath his seemingly calm eyes, waves of turmoil surged.
"You just disregarded the Third Prince's feelings like that. Aren't you afraid he'll seek revenge on you?"
Feng Jin whispered into the man's ear.
"Didn't you tell me to provoke Chu Yanxi? I'm just doing as my wife said. Did I do something wrong?"
Ling Mohan's face was filled with sincerity, leaving Feng Jin speechless. She could only nod in agreement.
"Oh, right, I still have important matters to attend to." Feng Jin suddenly remembered the real purpose of her visit, almost being delayed by that brainless Sixth Princess.
Feng Jin, having come to her senses, abandoned Ling Mohan and quickly pulled Lin Yuwei into the crowd.
"Sister Feng Jin, is this really going to work?"
"Don't worry, just do as I told you before."