Phi-Fic Chapter 453 Lu Zhijin Comes to the Xiao Family
Chapter 453 Lu Zhijin Comes to the Xiao Family
Chapter 453 Lu Zhijin Comes to the Xiao Family
Xiao Mansion
Xiao Qinian has returned.
"Qinian, how is it?" Old Mrs. Xiao hated the Fourth Princess who bullied her granddaughter to the core. She never knew there was such a ruthless girl, especially a royal princess.
Seeing the expectant looks on everyone's faces, Xiao Qinian smiled and said, "Don't worry, the Fourth Princess was given ten strokes of the cane. She was still unconscious when I left the palace."
"That's great! Serves him right. So ruthless at such a young age. He deserves to be taught a lesson." Old Mrs. Xiao finally smiled.
"Ten board bars is too cheap."
Xiao Sining was very unconvinced. Ten strokes of the cane would be fine in no time. But if Yue'er hadn't dodged it this time, it would have been fatal. After all, she was a princess.
Seeing the unhappy looks on the faces of the younger generation, Xiao Qinian sighed silently: "Don't feel resentful. Our Emperor is a fair man. If this were in another country, even if the princess really hurt someone, she would only be dealt with leniently."
"Third Uncle, are you saying that the law only applies to people like us?" Xiao Sining suddenly asked, somewhat indignant.
"Fifth Brother, this is beyond my expectations. We've known since we were little that imperial power is supreme. Not to mention the royal family, don't we people also have certain privileges?"
This has always been the case; the so-called law seems to exist solely to restrain ordinary people. In this world, power appears to be an insurmountable chasm, dividing people into different classes.
As a person's power grows, the legal constraints they face become increasingly weak. Those who wield immense power can easily operate on the fringes of the law, even openly trampling on its dignity.
They manipulate everything with their power, turning the law into a tool for personal gain and suppressing dissent. Ordinary people, meanwhile, can only struggle to survive within this seemingly fair legal framework, risking severe punishment for the slightest misstep. This phenomenon is deeply disheartening and tragic, making social fairness and justice seem unattainable.
Xiao Siyue suddenly felt fortunate. If she were just a poor girl, she would have had no right to seek justice after suffering such injustice, and might even have been ruthlessly silenced. It was precisely because the Xiao family had power, ability, and value that Emperor Zhou was unwilling to lose them, and thus he stood up for her.
Don't take the saying "Emperor is subject to the same laws as commoners" seriously, or you'll be a fool.
Xiao Sining lowered her head and thought to herself, "Yes, isn't that exactly what Yue'er said?" Xiao Sining felt somewhat dejected.
“Si Ning, you don’t need to do this. Although the punishment for the Fourth Princess this time was not satisfactory, the Fourth Princess will not have an easy time in the future.” A dark light flashed in Xiao Qinian’s eyes.
"Third brother, what do you mean? Why is the fourth princess having a hard time? Did you do something?" Compared to the others' doubts, Xiao Siyue had guessed something. Was it because of Consort De?
Xiao Qinian recounted how the Second Princess accused Consort De of plotting against Consort Rong, leaving everyone speechless with astonishment.
"That Consort De is no good either. She actually killed Consort Rong just because of jealousy. The women in the harem are truly terrifying." The eldest aunt couldn't help but sigh, a shiver running down her spine. She thought to herself that it was better for them to be safe, at least they wouldn't be in any danger.
"No wonder the Fourth Princess is like this; they really are mother and daughter, a lineage indeed." The second aunt curled her lip, full of disdain.
"But this is also a good thing for us. The Fourth Princess won't dare to bully our Yue'er anymore."
"Yes, yes, she won't dare to be arrogant anymore. I just wonder how His Majesty will deal with Consort De. Will he just order her to be executed?"
Xiao Siyue thought it unlikely, after all, Consort De had the Empress Dowager behind her, and no matter what, the Empress Dowager wouldn't just stand by and watch her granddaughter die.
"Alright, alright, let's not talk about such unlucky things anymore. Our Yue'er has turned misfortune into good fortune today, we should celebrate properly," said Old Lady Xiao.
"Yes, Mother is right, we should celebrate. I'll tell the servants to prepare some wine and food right away," Lin Qin agreed. She was really worried about her daughter today. Luckily, her daughter was smart. She should attend fewer banquets in the future; they're just too dangerous.
The Xiao family had just happily settled down when they heard someone outside report, "Master, the Duke of Dingguo and General Lu have arrived."
Xiao Qinian pondered for a moment, then stood up: "Father, Mother, I'll go greet them."
The arrival of these two people did not please the rest of the Xiao family, except for Xiao Siyue. They already knew that Xiao Siyue was being targeted by the Fourth Princess today because of Lu Zhijin. Although they rationally felt that it was wrong to take their anger out on the Lu family, they still felt uneasy.
In their hearts, Xiao Siyue was like a fairy bestowed upon them by heaven, unworthy of anyone else. But now, before she even married Lu Zhijin, she was almost hurt by someone who admired him.
These elders and brothers who doted on Xiao Siyue suddenly didn't want her to marry Lu Zhijin anymore.
There are many outstanding young men in the capital. With their beautiful ears and good looks, do they really have to hang themselves on Lu Zhijin?
However, these were just thoughts in their hearts, since they all prioritized Xiao Siyue's wishes. Xiao Siyue liked Lu Zhijin, so they could only support her.
While everyone was lost in thought, the Duke of Dingguo and Lu Zhijin entered.
Old Master Xiao stood up and greeted the Duke of Dingguo: "What brings you here today, Duke? Please have a seat."
"Haha, please sit down, sir."
"Zhijin greets Grandpa Xiao, Grandma Xiao, uncles and aunts." Lu Zhijin bowed to the elders as soon as he entered, his attitude humble.
"Hehe, General Lu is here too, please have a seat." Although Old Master Xiao was smiling, he didn't seem very enthusiastic, which the cunning Duke of Dingguo noticed at a glance.
He thought to himself, "Sure enough, they have something to say." But it really wasn't their fault. If his own granddaughter had suffered such an injustice, he would have done the same.
However, for the sake of his grandson's happiness, the old man had to work hard to build a good relationship with the Xiao family today, and he absolutely couldn't let the Xiao family become dissatisfied with his son.
Lu Zhijin naturally noticed the Xiao family's noticeably different attitude from before, and smiled bitterly to himself.
However, he quickly put on a smiling face again. No matter what, even if the Xiao family wanted to punish him today, he would accept it without complaint. He would not give up on A-Yue.
Lu Zhijin looked at Xiao Siyue and saw her smiling at him with sparkling eyes, her hand secretly making an encouraging gesture. His heart warmed. She was the one who had been wronged, yet she was still comforting him. How could anyone not love her?