Silence fell between them. Zhang Maoquan and Meng Jiuchang had already slipped out the moment Song Yunzhao produced the letter.
Knowing things you weren't supposed to know tended to have a major impact on one's lifespan.
And both of them cherished their lives.
"Your Majesty..." Song Yunzhao began hesitantly, wondering how to bring up her little request.
Feng Yi looked at her, a smile on his face. "What is it you wish to say?"
"I was hoping to ask Your Majesty for a favor."
"Go on."
"Princess Ming'an was dragged into this because of me. I'm worried that after her engagement to Ji Yunting is broken, there will surely be a lot of malicious gossip about her in the Capital City. Her life will be difficult. Therefore, I would like to ask Your Majesty to bestow a good marriage upon the princess."
Breaking an engagement always damages the woman's reputation more. Besides, they couldn't reveal the truth about Ji Yunting and Qin Xiyue, as that would involve the Emperor's honor.
