CHAPTER 473: CHAPTER 472: IF SOMEONE OFFENDS ME, I WILL ERADICATE THEM COMPLETELY!

This scene was closely monitored by Yan Wanqing, who noticed Chu Yu’s movements.

Her peach-blossom eyes shimmered with a profound meaning, but she did not show it on her face.

"Since this Aphrodisiac Fragrance is nowhere to be found, it can only mean that the person behind it is highly skilled and intends to provoke a war between the two nations. Therefore, we must not let them succeed. What do you think, King of the Chu Kingdom?" Xiao Pingfeng said solemnly.

"The Crown Prince is absolutely right; however, this matter has become well-known, and if it spreads back to the Chu Kingdom, I’m afraid even I won’t be able to explain it to the council of elders," Chu Qi said with an expression of great difficulty.

After a moment of silence, Xiao Pingfeng spoke, "This matter occurred within Dawei’s territory, so it should naturally be resolved by me. How about we set a three-day deadline? If we cannot provide an explanation to the King of the Chu Kingdom within three days, we can then reconsider our options."

The so-called reconsideration meant elevating it to a national level of conflict resolution.

This was precisely the outcome Chu Qi wished to see.

He readily agreed.

"Before the matter is settled, Yan Lingzhen must be taken away by our Chu Kingdom," Chu Yu, having caught his breath, spoke out.

Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent.

This Princess Wuyang really wasn’t afraid of making a big scene.

"Miss Yan Six is our divine doctor of Dawei; why should she be taken away by your Chu Kingdom?" Someone protested.

Should anything happen to her once taken away, it would be a great loss for Dawei, which was in dire need of talented people!

Deputy Generals are replaceable, but divine doctors are not!

Anyone could do this math.

Chu Yu scoffed, "Based on the fact that she killed a person from our Chu Kingdom."

"This palace does not agree," Yan Wanqing said with a hint of a smile, decisively speaking out words that brooked no refusal, "I believe everyone here has already made their judgment about the whole incident. Not to mention the Deputy General of your country who abused medicine to commit evil, even kicked a palace maid to death in the Imperial Palace of Dawei. Just the fact that he threatened my sister is enough for him to deserve death ten thousand times over. Could it be that Princess Wuyang thinks your Deputy General is so precious, while my sister is like worthless grass, to be bullied by anyone you please?"

Upon her return, she no longer deigned to maintain a façade.

Scholarliness, worldly manners, saving face - she disdained all such things.

As long as others did not offend me, I would not offend them.

But if anyone offended me, I would eradicate them completely!

People say Yan Wanqing is an enchantress that brings disaster to the nation; so what if she proves them right?

Without the constraints of these social norms, she lived quite comfortably.

In the past, she would never have said such a thing, but now it came out naturally. Even those present didn’t feel she had misspoken; it seemed it should have been this way all along.

One word, exhilarating.

Being an enchantress, truly exhilarating.

Seeing how aggressively Yan Wanqing was pressing her point, Chu Yu was not willing to show weakness, "It’s widely rumored that the Crown Princess Consort is protective of her own, and it’s true as they say. On such a grave matter concerning human life, yet you can still be so righteous. Crown Prince, won’t you intervene?!"

Chu Yu challenged Xiao Pingfeng.

Suddenly put on the spot, the Crown Prince who looked at Chu Yu, his dark eyes untroubled as a still well, said, "I believe the Crown Princess Consort’s words are very reasonable."

Well, there it was; no pretense of acting, just the persona of a befuddled ruler ensnared by an enchantress.

This statement nearly enraged Chu Yu to the point of fainting, his face turning ashen with fury.

As the stalemate continued, Chu Qi played dead, not uttering a word on the side.

Princess Wuyang held back her rage, looking on the verge of going mad.

At this moment, a handsome middle-aged man stood up.

"...I have a proposal," Xie Qun, wearing a bright red official robe and standing out among the group of elders, bowed to the dignitaries with a gesture of respect.

The Crown Prince raised his hand, "You may speak."

"I suggest that Miss Yan’s sixth daughter be taken into custody at the Dali Temple, and after the truth emerges, then we can have a judgement from all of you," Xie Qun slowly said.

Without even thinking, Chu Yu flatly refused, "That’s your Dawei’s Dali Temple; what’s the difference whether she’s detained there or not?!"

"The Princess’s words are not entirely correct. As Miss Yan’s sixth daughter is from our Dawei, it is most appropriate for her to be taken into custody by our Dawei’s Dali Temple. It is normal for the Princess to be emotional at this moment. As the host, Dawei should rightfully take responsibility for this matter. After three days, when the truth comes to light, justice will naturally be served."

His words were seamless, truly befitting the Minister of the Ministry of Justice Xie Qun, a real slick operator.

Yan Wanqing listened from the side, a flash of amusement in her eyes.

Chu Yu wanted to say something else, but the silent Chu Qi finally spoke up, "Let’s settle it this way. Today has been eventful; with that, I will take the Princess back first."

With his final say, Chu Yu instantly wilted, speaking no more. But as she was leaving, the look she gave Yan Wanqing was as venomous as could be.

The afternoon’s competition was also called off due to this incident, with both Kings suggesting a temporary cancellation and to decide on a specific date later.

After returning to the palace.

Yan Wanqing directly summoned Hong Wu.

"Have someone closely monitor Princess Wuyang; every single move, no matter how small, must be reported back to me."

Hong Wu nodded in agreement, "But Princess Wuyang has skilled protectors by her side; I’m afraid our people can’t get too close."

"No matter, I just need to know what she does and who she meets," Yan Wanqing said slowly, twirling the prayer beads in her hand.

Watching Hong Wu leave, she leaned against the window sill. The weather had turned cool, and a gust of cold wind blew in from outside, followed by a sudden rain. The rain was swept in by the wind, making her feel utterly refreshed.

She asked herself.

She had very little to do with that Princess Wuyang.

Why did she want to put her to death every single time they confronted each other?

Today, after everyone had left, she had Cong Ge search her room inside and out, yet they found nothing.

What exactly did Chu Yu leave in her room?

...

Chu Yu followed Chu Qi along a small path through the woods on their way out.

She lowered her head to step in the shadows cast by Chu Qi’s steps, not expecting the person ahead to suddenly stop, causing her to bump into him, "Hiss—Big Brother, that hurts!"

"What good deed have you done behind my back today?" Chu Qi turned around with a cold expression and asked.

Rubbing her forehead, Chu Yu’s gaze shifted evasively, clearly feeling guilty, "To report to Big Brother, Wuyang didn’t do anything, and that Aphrodisiac Fragrance has nothing to do with Wuyang."

"It had better not concern you," Chu Qi snorted coldly, "If I find out you deliberately harmed our Chu Kingdom’s soldiers to cause trouble for the Yan Family, you shall be severely punished upon our return home!"

"You handled today’s incident poorly; when you return, you are grounded for three days."

After dropping these words, Chu Qi left without looking back.

Chu Yu stood there, her hands clenched tightly, almost ready to bite off her back teeth, "So biased!"

Just as she was about to follow, a young palace maid emerged from a side path.

"Get out of my way!" Seeing the maid intending to obstruct her, Chu Yu cursed irritably.

But the maid was unmoved, lifting her sleeve to reveal a red piece of cloth inside. Seeing Chu Yu’s face change color, she said solemnly, "My master invites the Princess over."

The maid was unfamiliar.

Frowning, Yingtao interjected, "Princess..." The red cloth from the maid’s sleeve was clearly the one she had placed in Yan Wanqing’s room with the Labor-inducing Drug.

This visitor was likely up to no good.

Chu Yu’s expression turned gloomy as she fell silent for a moment.

"Lead the way," she finally said.