In Chunhui Hall where Song Ci resided, a warm scene of deep affection between mother and child unfolded. anwhile, in the Shou’an Palace of Prince Min Mansion, chaos reigned, and no matter where you looked, everyone seed undesirable.
Princess Consort Ji, concerned for her son, had not even returned to the mansion herself but had already sent an urgent ssage to the Prince Mansion, instructing the Princess Consort Min, as a daughter-in-law, to prepare to care for the sick.
After all, she was ill with an epidemic disease, and it was her fortune that her filial son wanted to look after her. But what if he got infected?
Princess Consort Ji’s tiless belief was that it’s better for the daughter-in-law to suffer than the son. Since there was a legitimate daughter-in-law, it was only reasonable for her to care for her ailing mother-in-law.
But the Princess Consort Min, having been pampered since childhood, never had to serve anyone. How could she possibly know how?
As expected, she used hot water as if it were cold and spilled a whole dose of dicine over the other, nearly exacerbating Princess Consort Ji’s condition, leaving her so furious she was on the verge of a relapse, cursing wildly at the Princess Consort Min.
Facing the accusations and scolding from Princess Consort Ji, the Princess Consort Min rely stood by the bedside without any expression. She only spoke blandly when Princess Consort Ji paused to catch her breath: "I see that Mother Consort has abundant energy. Surely, she must be recovering quickly. No need to rush, Mother Consort."
Princess Consort Ji: "..."
Listen to that, is that even human speech?
"You..." Princess Consort Ji was so angry that her chest ached, pointing at her, lips trembling: "Is this how you act as a daughter-in-law? Almost openly mocking your mother-in-law, is this the upbringing of a Commandery Princess? No wonder the Xia Dynasty perished. Just look at your wretched appearance, and it’s clear what kind of diocrity Xia possessed."
The Princess Consort Min lowered her eyes, her brows and lashes unmoving.
Prince Min walked in just in ti to hear these words, a flash of murderous intent visible in his eyes, which he quickly concealed.
"Mother Consort, why such anger?" he approached, his tone gentle.
Upon seeing her son, Princess Consort Ji’s lips quivered with grievance as she said, "I’m just heartbroken, what kind of misfortune have we run into to end up with such a daughter-in-law?"
Prince Min glanced at the Princess Consort Min, seeing her remain motionless as if she heard nothing, and said, "Mother Consort, you must be confused from the illness, too anxious and angry. Princess Consort, go and have soone brew another bowl of dicine. I will personally tend to Mother Consort."
The Princess Consort Min bowed and turned to leave.
Seeing this, Princess Consort Ji gritted her teeth in anger; is she a walking corpse with no vitality?
Prince Min said, "Mother Consort, don’t say such things. It was the Emperor Brother who granted the marriage; calling it unlucky is disrespectful."
Princess Consort Ji stiffened, dissatisfied, and retorted, "Did I say anything wrong? How could it not be misfortune, to be saddled with such a person? There are plenty of Noble Ladies in this world. I don’t believe we couldn’t find soone of exceptional beauty to match you. Their actions are clearly, clearly ant to make us uncomfortable."
"Mother Consort, the Imperial Family is like this, apathetic and cold-hearted. Even though I am a Prince of the current dynasty, the youngest son of the forr Emperor and the younger brother of the Emperor, when it cos to the throne, won’t he still suppress to dust?" Prince Min’s voice was low, with a hint of chill and sarcasm: "Do you think he would have any brotherly affection with ? It’s impossible, believing it would be foolish."
Just like that little fool.
Princess Consort Ji’s heart trembled, sensing sothing amiss, glancing at Prince Min, feeling her son seed much more gloomy than usual today.
"Ze’er, what’s wrong?"
Prince Min turned his head, a hint of bloodshot in his eyes, startling Princess Consort Ji to the core.
Frightened her to death!
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