jdhmnovel Chapter 360 Impeached
Chapter 360 Impeached
Su Nuannuan's carriage slowly entered Huiyang City, the sound of the wheels rolling on the bluestone road making a crisp sound, as if announcing its arrival.
Although the carriage wasn't extremely ornate, it possessed a unique charm. Its body wasn't overly decorated, yet its simple yet grand design was striking. Even more eye-catching was the group of strong, burly guards surrounding it, dressed in uniform black attire, mounted on horseback, their serious expressions conveying an aura of power and solemnity.
Such a spectacle naturally attracted the attention of passersby, who stopped to watch and whisper among themselves.
"Look at that carriage, with so many guards following it, it must be no ordinary person." Passerby A stood on the side of the street, his gaze drawn to a carriage slowly passing by. The carriage was magnificent, with exquisite patterns embroidered on its canopy, and its wheels made a slight creaking sound as they rolled. What was even more eye-catching was the group of armored guards surrounding the carriage. They looked serious and moved in unison, clearly well-trained protectors.
“Yes, maybe it’s some high-ranking official.” Passerby B stood next to Passerby A, also watching the carriage, and agreed. His gaze followed the carriage, and he secretly speculated about the identity and status of the people inside.
"However, no matter how important they are, it has nothing to do with us ordinary people. As long as we live our own little lives well, that's better than anything else." Passerby B sighed, a hint of helplessness in his voice. He turned his head, looking at the bustling crowds and lively market on the street, thinking that the lives of these important people were far removed from his own, and that it was more practical for him to focus on the life in front of him.
"I heard there's going to be another war, but I wonder if it's true?" Just then, Passerby C suddenly interrupted their conversation, a worried look on his face. News of war always makes people uneasy, especially for ordinary people, for whom war means turmoil and instability.
"What does it matter if it's true or false? As long as the outer city doesn't fall, our inner city will be fine," Passerby A comforted him, trying to alleviate Passerby C's worries with an optimistic attitude. However, his words also revealed his awareness of the uncertainty and potential threats of war.
“This brother is right, let’s not worry about it,” Passerby C replied, seemingly a little relieved. He nodded, deciding to stop dwelling on the war rumors and focus on his own life. After all, for most ordinary people, the mundane matters and daily routines are what they truly need to focus on.
"Have you heard? Jiyaotang is recruiting female apprentices!" Passerby Ding suddenly approached and whispered mysteriously.
"Everyone knows about this!" Passerby B replied with a smile. "My two daughters signed up a long time ago, but I don't know if they'll be selected to stay."
Just then, someone in the crowd suddenly shouted, "Look, isn't that our Lord Qu?"
Upon hearing this, everyone turned to look and saw Qu Jing walking briskly towards them. Before they could even greet her, Qu Jing had already reached the carriage and respectfully bowed, saying, "This humble servant greets Your Highness Consort Zhuang. May Your Highness Consort Zhuang live a thousand years!"
It turned out that the person sitting in this carriage was none other than the Noble Consort Zhuang. The moment Li Desheng saw Qu Jing, he immediately pulled on the reins, bringing the carriage to a steady stop.
Upon hearing that it was the Imperial Concubine Dowager who had arrived, the people hurriedly knelt down and kowtowed, shouting, "Long live the Imperial Concubine Dowager!"
Faced with this sudden turn of events, Su Nuannuan sighed silently and said calmly, "Everyone, please rise!"
Although the sound wasn't loud, the atmosphere was incredibly quiet!
"Thank you, Your Highness the Noble Consort Xie!" the people shouted once again.
Qu Jing had already arrived at the carriage and respectfully said to Su Nuannuan inside, "Your Majesty, I've finally been waiting for you."
Upon hearing this, Su Nuannuan rolled her eyes speechlessly; she didn't want to talk to the person who had kidnapped her daughter.
Jinse, seeing her mistress's expression, suppressed a smile and said to Qu Jing beside the carriage, "Lord Qu, please lead the way. Her mistress must be tired from the journey and needs to rest immediately."
"It was my fault. I will now lead the way for Your Majesty."
The Empress's residence has already been prepared.
After Qu Jing finished speaking, he jumped onto the carriage shaft, took the reins from Li Desheng, and personally drove the carriage towards the princess's residence.
At this moment, the atmosphere in the imperial court was unusually heavy. What should have been a solemn scene was now filled with various noises and heated debates.
The censors stepped forward one after another, impeaching Su Nuannuan with sharp words. Their voices rose and fell, as if they wanted to drown the entire court in this surging tide.
The Emperor sat on the dragon throne, his face grim as he looked at the assembled officials below, thinking to himself, "It is truly unexpected that my Consort Zhuang would be impeached by an imperial censor."
“Your Majesty, Consort Zhuang was, after all, a concubine of the late Emperor. Even if she no longer lives in the palace, she cannot leave the city so casually!” an imperial censor said righteously.
“Yes, Your Majesty, Consort Zhuang’s behavior is far too presumptuous. She is simply showing no respect for Your Majesty!” another censor chimed in.
"Moreover, Your Majesty, how could you so easily agree to let Consort Zhuang go to Huiyang City? That is the residence of Prince Yong and Princess Jianping. What if she never returns after going there? Wouldn't that bring a major threat to the court?" another censor said worriedly.
"Your Majesty, I implore you to immediately recall Consort Zhuang and have her guard the late Emperor's tomb, so as to set the record straight!" Finally, an imperial censor shouted, his voice echoing in the court and resonating with everyone present.
The Emperor's face grew increasingly grim. He coldly stared at the group of eloquent censors, his anger rising within him. Suppressing his rage, he asked in an icy tone, "Who else wishes to impeach my Consort Zhuang?"
However, before anyone could step forward to respond, Marquis Su Heng of Ding'an stepped out from the crowd. He bowed respectfully and said, "Your Majesty, I have a question that I do not understand, and I hope Your Majesty can enlighten me."
Upon seeing this, the Emperor's expression softened slightly. He smiled faintly and said, "Please speak, Marquis of Ding'an."
"Your Majesty, I just don't understand why everyone is dissatisfied with Consort Su, who went to the border at her own expense."
Secondly, the Imperial Concubine also prepared down jackets that were extremely warm and lightweight for the soldiers guarding the border.
I ask you, who among you can make a down jacket? Who can bring a little warmth to the cold military camp every day?
Then, Your Majesty, you don't need to take action; your humble servant can bring her back on my own.