Pregnant Before the Royal Marriage - Chapter 843

Chapter 843: Chapter 843: The Harem’s Struggle_1

“Impudent!”

The Emperor was furious, “Ling’an, are you determined to go to the East Palace, aren’t you?”

“Indeed! I, Ling’an, was born a man of the Crown Prince, and I will die as one!” Princess Ling’an’s righteousness and willingness to die rather than submit nearly moved Jiang Ning to applaud her.

During the chaos, Concubine Yu moved to sit next to Jiang Ning and whispered, “Why is Ling’an so resolute? It’s only because her grandfather is a meritorious official, and the Emperor must treat her with caution to avoid dampening the spirits of his subordinates.”

Jiang Ning laughed and said, “With her making a fuss like this, and the Emperor not punishing her, wouldn’t that hurt the feelings of Concubine Shu?”

Despite Concubine Shu’s good intentions in trying to persuade her, not only did she show no gratitude, but she also pushed Concubine Shu to the ground.

In a lesser sense, this is ingratitude.

In the larger sense, it’s insubordination, gross disrespect.

Though Concubine Shu’s family is not as prestigious as Ling’an, she is the Emperor’s woman. The Emperor may scorn her, but a princess daring to lay a hand on her, especially in the Emperor’s presence, isn’t that a direct slap in the Emperor’s face?

Not to mention the mere Princess Ling’an, even if her ancestors were here, the Emperor could no longer tolerate her.

Two nannies stepped forward and grabbed Ling’an’s arm to stop her from making a scene.

Princess Ling’an did not back down and continued to put up a fight.

The Emperor was already quite unhappy. His usually smiling face was now cold: “Ling’an, since you insist on being in the East Palace, I will grant you your wish.”

Before Ling’an could express her joy, the Emperor continued, “From today on, you will go to the East Palace to serve as a slave.”

“What?”

Princess Ling’an was stunned.

The Imperial Concubines exchanged glances, with the example of Concubine Shu’s misfortune in mind, no one dared to speak up for her.

Princess Ling’an numbly asked, “Your Majesty, what did you just say?”

“You will serve as a slave in the East Palace, never allowed to leave. Princess Consort, I entrust her to you. If she leaves the East Palace by half a step, it will be on your head.” The Emperor coldly finished speaking and walked away.

The concubines quickly rose to pay their respects, “May the Emperor have a safe journey.”

After the Emperor had gone a distance, the Empress glared at Princess Ling’an, too indignant to say anything and left briskly.

This was sheer rage.

Concubine Shu, who had been innocently tripped, was even less pleased.

The remaining concubines also left one after another.

If Ling’an were to throw another fit, without the Emperor present, who could control her?

Concubine Yu was the last to leave. Smiling, she said to Jiang Ning, “What a selection show. It was truly magnificent. I have to say, I did not waste my time coming here today.”

Jiang Ning laughed, “Did you come for the drama?”

“Ah, you have no idea how boring and tough life in the harem is. It’s nice to find some entertainment. Keep up the good work, Princess Consort. I’ll be cheering for you.”

She then swayed away.

Everyone was gone.

Jiang Ning ordered the Stewardess to take the remaining maidens away. They would be assigned to serve according to the rules.

Among these maidens, many came from good families and had beautiful appearances. However, they were implicated by Princess Ling’an and ended up serving as palace maidens.

How could they not harbor resentment towards Princess Ling’an?

It was originally said that a few concubines would be selected for the Crown Prince this time. However, not a single one was chosen. The East Palace only gained a lifelong honorary palace maiden.

In the empty hall, Jiang Ning let out a sigh towards Ling’an, “Look at you, you had to stir up trouble. Now you’ve really done it, haven’t you?”

Princess Ling’an sat on the ground, wailing, “Why, why? I won’t be a servant, I’d rather die!”

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