Caught off guard by Princess Consort Ji's blunt question, Shang Meinang's face flushed crimson; she felt rather awkward and ill at ease.
She shook her head slightly and replied, "This maidservant and my lord keep strictly within the bounds of propriety; there has been no improper conduct."
Princess Consort Ji was somewhat surprised, yet there was a hint of satisfaction in her eyes. Following her son for so many years and still remaining a spotless girl—her character could be seen from that.
If Song Ci knew, she would probably only have two thoughts: first, that Chu Ze was useless, unable to be moved by a beauty; second, that Chu Ze simply had no designs on Shang Meinang, so the girl was destined to remain pure.
"You can be considered faithful," Princess Consort Ji said approvingly, then fell silent before adding, "If possible, should you bear Ze'er's child, this palace will credit you with great merit."
This was getting more and more out of line.
