The Sickly Regent Prince Who Was Abandoned as a Substitute Bride

Chapter 137 Teaching Oriental Pearl a Lesson

"Sister, where have you been these past few months? You've never been in the manor, and I was so worried about you. So you've been with the Ninth Prince! The First Prince has also been very concerned about you. Now, after you come of age, I'll be able to marry into the First Prince's manor with you."

After speaking, Dongfang Mingzhu revealed a smug smile. She wanted everyone to know that Dongfang Wan'er was already the Crown Prince's woman and would soon be marrying him.

Upon hearing Dongfang Mingzhu's words, Ye Jiuchen's expression immediately darkened.

Dongfang Wan'er looked at Dongfang Mingzhu without saying a word, wanting to see what else Dongfang Mingzhu would say...

"What? That person is Dongfang Wan'er? When did she become so beautiful?" A surprised voice came from the crowd.

“Yeah, I remember she used to look pretty average, how did she suddenly become so beautiful?” another person chimed in.

"You seem to be focusing on the wrong thing. Didn't you hear what Dongfang Mingzhu said? Dongfang Wan'er was supposed to marry the eldest prince, but in the end she..." someone whispered a reminder.

"Shh, stop talking. Can't you see how dark the Ninth Prince's face is?" another person said in a low voice.

"Guards, slap her! How dare she slander my queen in front of me!" Ye Jiuchen was furious when he heard Dongfang Mingzhu say that Wan'er was going to marry Ye Jingchu. He wanted nothing more than to kill this woman with his sword, but he knew that doing so would cause more trouble. Therefore, he decided to give her a taste of her own medicine and let Dongfang Mingzhu experience the feeling of being insulted.

"Yes." The guards immediately stepped forward, grabbed the Oriental Pearl Tower, and were about to slap it.

"Your Highness, please spare my life! My daughter is young and spoke without thinking. Please forgive her!" Dongfang Zheng rushed over to plead for mercy when he saw that things were not going well.

"Wan'er, plead for your sister," Dongfang Zheng said, turning to Dongfang Wan'er.

"Plead for her? Why should I plead for her? The moment she saw me, she hurled insults and slanders at me. Besides, I clearly accepted the Ninth Prince's marriage invitation, and Father was there to witness it. Now, she allows Dongfang Mingzhu to spout nonsense and ruin my reputation. Isn't this Father's intention?" Dongfang Wan'er said with a sneer. Previously, Dongfang Mingzhu had repeatedly sent people to assassinate and provoke her, but because she wanted to avenge her mother, she didn't retaliate immediately, choosing instead to let Dongfang Mingzhu be arrogant for a few more days. However, today, she dared to be so audacious as to go to Ye Jiuchen and spread rumors.

"Wan'er, alas, Ninth Prince, please forgive me. When His Majesty heard the tragic news of your passing, out of compassion, he ordered Wan'er to marry the First Prince as his principal wife," Dongfang Zheng hurriedly explained. In reality, he said this with ulterior motives, intending to incite the Regent's anger. If the prince could use this opportunity to eliminate the Regent, that would be ideal.

"Heh... I will have my elder brother handle this matter. Slap him..."

"Yes..." The eunuch accepted the order and immediately began to act.

"Snapped......"

"Snapped......"

"Ah... Waaaaah..."

"what......"

Dongfang Zheng closed his eyes, thinking that Mingzhu was truly incredibly stupid, daring to gossip in front of the Regent. She really needed to be taught a lesson to prevent her from becoming lawless after marrying into the First Prince's household. Therefore, Dongfang Zheng did not plead for Dongfang Mingzhu.

"Tsk tsk tsk... Ninth Prince is still the same Ninth Prince. I thought he had become gentler, but I didn't expect that he only shows his gentleness to Dongfang Wan'er..." Everyone discussed among themselves, sighing inwardly.

"If you ask me, Dongfang Mingzhu is just asking for trouble. She hasn't even married into the First Prince's household yet, and she's already acting arrogantly," Li Sisi said immediately, her tone full of disdain and sarcasm.

"Alright, stop talking. Look how swollen her face is after those slaps," Li Yanran said, trying to smooth things over and calm things down.

"Tch, what are you pretending to be, a good person for?" Li Sisi rolled her eyes at Li Yanran, thoroughly disgusted by her hypocritical behavior.

Just then, an announcement came from the doorway: "The Crown Prince has arrived."

"Second Prince, Third Prince, Fourth Prince have arrived!" the guards at the gate shouted loudly.

"See the First Prince."

"Greetings, Second Prince."

"See the Third Prince."

"Greetings, Fourth Prince."

Everyone saluted.

"Haha, get up, everyone." The eldest prince waved his hand, signaling everyone to rise.

At this moment, Ye Jingchu stepped forward and said with a smile, "Ninth Imperial Uncle, what did Mingzhu do to upset you? Today is a wonderful day to welcome you back, so don't let anyone spoil your mood."

He knew perfectly well that he and Oriental Pearl had already been intimate, and that she was already his. Even if she was wrong, it was up to him to discipline her.

However, upon seeing Ye Jingchu's appearance, Ye Jiuchen was immediately filled with rage.

"I can hit whomever I want, do I need you to question me?" Ye Jiuchen said coldly.

Ye Jingchu's expression changed, but he still forced a smile and said, "Haha, Ninth Prince is right to teach him a lesson. Now get out of here, you're really embarrassing, don't get in Ninth Prince's way."

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Mingzhu felt as if she had been granted a pardon and hurriedly said, "Yes, yes, this subject will take her leave..." After saying that, she left in a hurry.

"Sister Wan'er is here too. She's even more beautiful than before." Ye Jingchu had already seen Dongfang Wan'er. He thought Dongfang Wan'er would come to talk to him first, but Dongfang Wan'er didn't even look at Ye Jingchu, so Ye Jingchu had no choice but to speak first.

"Bang..." Ye Jiuchen kicked him directly.

Ye Jingchu was startled and quickly dodged to the side, but was still kicked by Ye Jiuchen and fell to the ground.

"Ninth Imperial Uncle!" Ye Jingchu shouted.

Ye Jiuchen looked at Ye Jingchu with icy eyes and said in a low voice, "Nephew, you've messed up the seniority. How dare you call Wan'er?"

Ye Jingchu was taken aback. He sensed the intense killing intent emanating from Ye Jiuchen and couldn't help but feel a little scared.

“Ninth Imperial Uncle, your nephew knows he was wrong…” Ye Jingchu said in a low voice.

Ye Jiuchen's lips curled up slightly, revealing a cold smile, before he turned and left.

Ye Jingchu slowly stood up, his eyes filled with anger and resentment. He would repay today's humiliation tenfold!

"The Queen Mother is here!"

"The Emperor has arrived!"

"The Queen is here!"

With shouts of encouragement, the crowd knelt down to welcome them.

Empress Dowager Xiao Xiangxiang walked out slowly, supported by her nanny. She was dressed in a deep red palace dress, and her gorgeous clothes and exquisite makeup complemented each other, giving her a noble and dignified aura.

Emperor Ye Erxiao and Empress Yuan Chuhuang followed closely behind, their presence adding to the solemnity and grandeur of the scene.

"Greetings, Empress Dowager! Long live the Empress Dowager!"

"See you, Your Majesty, long live my Emperor!"

"Greetings, Your Majesty! Long live the Empress!"