northernbook Chapter 176 The Cowardly Princess 5
Chapter 176 The Cowardly Princess 5
After a moment, the Third Princess calmed herself down and stepped forward, feigning to exchange pleasantries, but in her words she subtly mocked Qingmo for her ruthless actions and lack of princess demeanor.
"Ninth Sister, I was being petty before, please don't take offense. How have you been lately? There are many rumors in the capital that you're quite powerful these days, making your husband your sister. How angry must you have been? It's made all the husbands of our sisters much more obedient lately. We have to thank you for that, Ninth Sister, hahaha."
Qingmo smiled gently, "Thank you for your concern, Third Sister. Of course, a disobedient consort should be punished. If you can't manage your consort, I can help you. I guarantee you'll be satisfied."
The Third Princess's expression changed instantly, and everyone around her fell silent. Except for Qingmo, the other princesses had all come with their husbands. At this moment, those husbands felt a chill in their groin.
This Ninth Princess is truly more terrifying than the rumors suggest.
Just then, someone came to report that Zhou Li'an had arrived.
Everyone's eyes turned to Qingmo. Zhou Li'an walked to Qingmo's side with a smile on his face, ignoring everyone's gazes. His eyes were full of affection as he said, "Princess, I'm late."
Qingmo glanced at him, stood up, raised her hand and slapped him, then said, "Knowing you're late, what are you doing here?"
Zhou Li'an: ...
He just said it casually, but has Hua Yang gone mad? He doesn't give him any face in front of outsiders at all. His emotions surged, and his eyes darkened.
Remembering her father's words, she suppressed her anger and said with a forced smile, "Your Highness is right, it's all my fault."
Qingmo looked at him intently for a moment, thinking, "Heh, he's got the ability to bend and stretch; he's got quite a plan."
Seeing this, the Third Princess pretended to smooth things over: "Ninth Sister, today is a happy day. The Ninth Prince Consort's lateness was unintentional. Please don't be angry."
Qingmo sneered, "Third sister makes it sound so easy. When did it become anyone else's place to point fingers at my husband?" With that, she turned and sat down.
Zhou Li'an stood to the side, his fists clenched, a humble smile still on his face.
At this moment, Qingmo suddenly spoke up: "Zhou Li'an, do you know what this princess hates the most?"
Zhou Li'an bowed his head and replied, "Your subject does not know."
Qingmo toyed with the wine glass in her hand and said slowly, "This princess hates men who can bend and stretch. It means he is very scheming and will be a venomous snake in the future. Prince Consort, don't you agree?"
Zhou Li'an was startled, thinking that his thoughts had been seen through. Just as he was about to explain, Qingmo said again, "But it doesn't matter. What I like most is pulling out snake fangs."
Zhou Li'an quickly agreed, but before he could even breathe a sigh of relief, Qingmo added, "Zhou Li'an, kneel down and pour me some wine."
As soon as these words were spoken, all eyes turned to Zhou Li'an, looking at him with a half-smile. This Ninth Princess was truly arrogant, embarrassing her husband in front of everyone.
The atmosphere became tense for a moment, and everyone waited for Zhou Li'an's reaction.
Zhou Li'an gritted his teeth and finally knelt down slowly, whispering, "I will obey the princess's orders."
A barely perceptible smile appeared on Qingmo's lips. Seeing Zhou Li'an so obedient, some people around her secretly shook their heads, while others gloated.
From beginning to end, Qingmo sat at the table drinking and listening to the people around her chatting and laughing, without saying much.
Zhou Li'an could only kneel on the ground, pouring wine and serving food to Qingmo, keeping his head down and remaining silent, with a fleeting glint of resentment in his eyes.
After the banquet ended, Zhou Li'an returned to the princess's residence with Qingmo. He was not entitled to ride in a carriage and had to walk all the way back. The more humiliated he felt, the more composed he became.
As for Qingmo, she had long seen through Zhou Li'an's resentment. Everyone has their own calculations, and whoever dares to challenge her authority will pay a heavy price.
As for Zhou Li'an, that venomous snake, she will slowly pull out all his sharp teeth and train him to be an obedient dog.
After returning to the princess's residence, Qingmo went straight to her room to rest, with Zhou Li'an following closely behind.
Qingmo turned around and kicked him, giving him a disgusted look and saying, "What are you doing following me? You're a good-for-nothing. Go sleep in the servants' quarters."
Zhou Li'an suddenly changed his expression and said tenderly, "Princess, I know that I am no longer worthy to be by your side, but I am still your consort. Everything I did in the past was wrong. From now on, I am willing to treat you sincerely. I hope you will give me a chance to repent."
Qingmo sneered: "Who do you think you are? You know you're unworthy, yet you still come looking for trouble. Drag him away and give the prince consort 20 lashes so he'll learn his lesson."
Zhou Li'an wanted to say something, but he was taken away by the guards. No matter what schemes or tricks he had, they were insignificant in the face of strength.
In the days that followed, Qingmo took pleasure in tormenting the prince consort, determined to mold him into a qualified eunuch.
The Zhou family never expected that all their schemes would fail. Zhou Li'an couldn't even get close to Qingmo, let alone poison her.
The princess's residence was like an iron barrel; anyone who disobeyed would be killed, and who would dare to harbor any ulterior motives? Qingmo even became the rumored Ninth Princess.
However, no matter how arrogant she was, she only acted within her own residence and did not go out into the world, so even though some people impeached her, the emperor ignored them.
It must be said that this old emperor was an absolute tyrant. He was extremely fond of princesses and princes with such fiery personalities and ruthless methods.
In the world of raising venomous insects, only the most valiant and sharpest deserve his favor. This is also why he looked down on the original owner of this body before; she was so timid and submissive, she didn't act like a princess at all.
No one expected that after Qingmo cut off the prince consort's illegitimate offspring, the emperor not only did not blame her, but also bestowed many gifts upon her.
After summoning Qingmo, he was even more satisfied with her, and would summon her to the palace every few days, with gifts flowing into the princess's residence like a stream.
The emperor's favor undoubtedly indicated his attitude, and those who had previously looked down on the original owner began to fawn over Qingmo.
In response, Qingmo said: "Give me gifts, give me gifts, please give me more, I will accept them all. I will not do a single favor, but I will still accept money without hesitation. Greed and lust are my nature."
Some people even offered exceptionally handsome men. This dynasty did not stipulate that princesses could keep male lovers, but it was not explicitly prohibited either.
Those who know, know. It's perfectly normal for a princess to keep a few male lovers in private. Who would dare to say anything about it?
It would be a different story if the prince consort kept a mistress; unless the princess was willing, he would have to suffer greatly.
Qingmo is a person with standards. She won't accept anyone who doesn't meet her standards, and if she does accept someone, she will naturally try them out.
Maintaining chastity? Forget about it. They can't even keep a shred of it. These netizens' notions of womanhood are all just a facade, propped up by poverty, hehehe!
Netizens: ...
Come here, I'll beat you to death.
Hehehe…