coobybook Chapter 112 A Letter of Divorce as a Farewell
Chapter 112 A Letter of Divorce as a Farewell
Upon hearing Xiao Die's words, Murong Yi's anger flared even more. He glared fiercely at Xiao Die and shouted sternly, "You lowly servant, who gives you the right to interrupt here! I am reprimanding your master, and it is none of your business to make a fuss. Don't think that I dare not punish you. If you dare to say another word, I will make you taste my power!"
Xiao Die was terrified by Murong Yi's intimidating roar, her face paling. She staggered back a few steps, her legs going weak, and she almost fell. Her eyes were filled with fear and grievance, yet she stubbornly bit her lower lip, tears welling up in her eyes.
Upon seeing this, Lin Qianqian's anger flared up instantly. Her almond-shaped eyes widened as she stared directly at Murong Yi. With all her might, she slapped Murong Yi across the face with a crisp "smack." The slap stunned everyone around, their mouths agape and their eyes wide open, unable to believe what they were witnessing.
Su Wan'er seemed to have her most sensitive chord touched. She rushed to Murong Yi's side. Her eyes were red and brimming with tears, and she tenderly touched Murong Yi's slapped cheek, crying out in a coquettish tone, "Your Highness, you've suffered so much!" As she spoke, she gently soothed his slapped cheek with a handkerchief, then turned angrily to Lin Qianqian and said disdainfully, "Lin Qianqian, you are too audacious! How dare you lay a hand on His Highness in broad daylight! You have absolutely no respect for His Highness!"
Murong Yi was furious. His finger trembled as he pointed at Lin Qianqian, forcing out through gritted teeth, "Lin Qianqian, you...you dare to hit me!"
Su Wan'er appeared to be comforting Murong Yi, but in reality, she was quietly watching the show. A slight smile appeared on her lips.
At this moment, Lin Qianqian remained neither humble nor arrogant. She took a step forward towards Murong Yi and retorted angrily, "Murong Yi, don't think that just because you're a prince you can act recklessly! Xiaodie and I are like sisters, and you're like family to me. I will never allow you to bully her!"
She paused for a moment, cleared her throat, and continued, "You verbally abused me without even knowing the facts, and hit me for no reason. Is this the style of your royal family? You are so impulsive and reckless, blinded by your emotions. You are simply a fool spoiled by power! I, Lin Qianqian, am upright and honest, and I am not afraid of your slander. If you dare to make things difficult for Xiaodie again, I will definitely fight you to the end and let everyone see your ugly face!"
Lin Qianqian's furious retort was like a sharp blade piercing Murong Yi's heart and lungs. He felt a surge of blood rush to his throat, his chest heaving violently, and something seemed to be stuck in his throat, preventing him from uttering a complete word for a long time. His face, which had been flushed with anger, now turned even more bluish-purple, his eyes wide open, staring intently at Lin Qianqian, and he stammered, "You...you..."
Seeing this opportunity, Su Wan'er quickly stepped forward, took Murong Yi's arm, looked up, and said in a feigned panic, "Sister, how can you be so ignorant of your place? The Prince is of noble birth, and your behavior is simply outrageous. What kind of reason is this?" Her voice was sharp and echoed in the air, but there was a hint of smugness in her eyes.
At this moment, Murong Feng and Murong Che exchanged a glance. They stood quietly to the side, watching the escalating conflict unfold like detached bystanders.
Upon hearing Su Wan'er's sharp, sarcastic, and ungrateful words, Lin Qianqian's anger completely burned away any remaining trace of forbearance.
Her eyebrows furrowed, her beautiful eyes widened, and she stared directly at Su Wan'er. Her lips parted slightly, each word like a knife: "Su Wan'er, have you forgotten that you are merely a concubine, yet you dare to be so insolent before me, the Princess Consort! Don't forget your place; I am the rightful mistress of this palace. You spend your days spreading rumors and flattering others, do you really think you can distort the truth? Put away your hypocritical face and stop trying to intimidate me. I, the Princess Consort, have no right to point fingers at me!"
Lin Qianqian's voice was clear and firm, carrying an unquestionable authority. Su Wan'er felt as if something was stuck in her throat. She wanted to refute but was speechless for a moment. She could only watch Lin Qianqian helplessly, her eyes filled with resentment and unwillingness, which almost burst out, but she was powerless to do anything about it.
Murong Yi had finally caught her breath, but seeing Lin Qianqian dare to scold Su Wan'er like that, she was instantly enraged again.
He strode up to Su Wan'er, pointed at Lin Qianqian, and roared, "Lin Qianqian, what right do you have to act so arrogantly here! Wan'er is kind-hearted and was only speaking up for me, yet you respond with such vile words. My patience with you has its limits. If you continue to be so sharp-tongued and arrogant, don't blame me for being impolite!"
Lin Qianqian suddenly put her hands on her hips and rolled up her sleeves, looking exactly like a feisty woman ready to fight.
"You're being rude to me? Ha~ Give me back my sharp tongue and arrogance~" A mocking smile curled at the corner of her lips, as if she had heard the most ridiculous joke in the world, before she shook her head helplessly.
However, in an instant, the smile on her face vanished without a trace, replaced by a serious expression. She stared intently at Murong Yi, her gaze seemingly piercing through his soul. "Murong Yi, everyone has witnessed who is sharp-tongued and who is arrogant and domineering. If you don't like me, just send a letter of divorce!"
Having said that, she widened her eyes, glaring at Murong Yi for a moment, her gaze filled with stubbornness and defiance. Then, she abruptly turned around, her skirt tracing a resolute arc as she left with an air of dominance.
Seeing this, Xiaodie followed without hesitation. The two figures gradually disappeared into the distance under the gaze of everyone, leaving behind only astonishment and silence.
Murong Yi watched Lin Qianqian's resolute departure, her heart filled with mixed emotions. Her brows furrowed slightly as she watched her walk further and further away until her figure disappeared from sight. She remained standing there, motionless, for a long time.