The Empress’s Blind Consort: Invincible in Secret

Vol2 – Chapter 16 – Sell the Emperor to Minister Meng

In the court.

Meng Qingzhou, dressed in a blue robe and leaning on a blind cane, stood straight and declared loudly:

"Your Majesty, I, Meng Qin, truly do not wish to hold office anymore!"

Three days ago, after Meng Qingzhou revealed his identity as the Sword Saint, he immediately submitted his resignation to the Empress, citing the need for secluded cultivation and having no time for court affairs. Cultivation was his top priority!

Of course, these were just excuses to deceive the Empress, as Meng Qingzhou had never seriously cultivated even once.

With the Heavenly Fortune Body, he could increase his cultivation level just by sunbathing. The Blind Strength System further amplified his growth terrifyingly. With both combined, Meng Qingzhou's cultivation level was soaring every moment.

No need for arduous cultivation.

The Empress wasn't angry; instead, she seemed deeply affected and asked in a low voice:

"Minister Meng, why are you so determined to resign? Do you dislike me that much!?"

Upon hearing this, Meng Qingzhou's face changed dramatically. He quickly bowed and said, "Your Majesty, please do not say such things. I am already married, and you have the Empress' Husband by your side. Please refrain from saying things that could cause misunderstandings."

The court officials were equally shocked, never expecting the Empress to have such deep feelings for Meng Qin.

Hmm...

This was a good thing!

"Ahem! Ahem! Hmm!"

Jiang Xiaoqing, the Sea Prince, suddenly realized the opportunity and covered his mouth with his fist, coughing heavily.

Brothers, follow the plan! It's our turn to perform!

The court officials exchanged knowing glances and began to discuss loudly on purpose:

Minister A: "I don't understand why Minister Meng is so determined to resign. Serving the beautiful, wise, and powerful Empress is such a great honor."

Minister B: "The Space-Time Sword Saint is renowned across the world, and the Empress' name is known far and wide. Such a perfect match, it's simply a union made in heaven!"

Minister A pretended to be angry: "Old Yang, what are you saying? The Empress has the Empress' Husband, and Minister Meng has a wife. How can you say it's a union made in heaven?"

Minister B slapped his forehead in realization: "Indeed! But... it's simple. Just dismiss the current Empress' Husband and make Meng Qin the new one."

Minister A feigned surprise and clapped his hands in admiration: "What a great idea! Brother Yang, I am impressed! This suggestion is flawless; I can't find a single fault with it."

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"Shut up! Speaking recklessly about the Empress' Husband, do you not value your heads?" Jiang Canghai's eyes twitched as he scolded.

These fools, they know nothing yet insist on stirring trouble.

Even Qin Fenghuo couldn't help but facepalm, thinking to himself: 'So this is how Old Jiang sees me as foolish sometimes.'

In the past, no matter how the rumors about the Empress keeping Meng Qin as a favorite spread, the court officials remained silent, indifferent.

But this time, the court officials openly supported the Empress' freedom to pursue love, implying—"Forget about the Empress' Husband, that guy is just a decoration, useless! Your Majesty, quickly marry Minister Meng! Don't let an outsider benefit!"

Among them, Jiang Xiaoqing, the Sea Prince, reacted the most intensely, his face turning red like Guan Yu, hopping around, fanning the flames, and constantly urging the court officials to join him in petitioning the Empress to choose a new Empress' Husband, dismiss Meng Qingzhou, and choose Meng Qin! Meng Qin was the people's choice.

However.

Surprisingly, despite being a perfect match, both firmly rejected the proposal as if they had agreed beforehand.

The Empress waved her hand, exhausted, and said, "I forbid it. The Empress' Husband has been established and cannot be changed arbitrarily."

Meng Qingzhou, feeling wronged, raised his hands in surrender: "Gentlemen, spare me. I am henpecked and fear my wife will break my legs if I go home."

Upon hearing this, the court officials exchanged glances, surprised by their firm opposition and the fact that the mighty Space-Time Sword Saint was henpecked!

"It's hard to imagine what kind of fierce woman the Sword Saint's wife must be to make the Space-Time Sword Saint so fearful." A minister stroked his beard and muttered to himself.

On the throne, Dongfang Liuli secretly glared at the salt fish below, feeling both pleased and pretending to be aloof, thinking, "Men's words are deceitful. When have I ever henpecked you?"

Hearing the court officials fall silent, seemingly disheartened and no longer urging, Meng Qingzhou quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

Meng Qingzhou: [What a joke, who dares to marry the Empress? I'd rather die!]

If he married the Empress, his future life would be unimaginable...

When wanting to create new life at night, he might have to submit a memorial first, explaining the cause and effect and the pros and cons of the matter, then wait for approval.

If approved, he would then properly get into bed and undress, following the Empress' command: "Minister Meng, get up! Follow my lead, keep the rhythm! One, two, one..."

Just thinking about it made his scalp tingle!

And it perfectly matched the Empress' image as a workaholic and domineering empress, a woman who could turn even intimate life into work.

Yes, Meng Qingzhou was this rigid, especially towards the Empress.

As for the Empress' thoughts, they were even simpler.

Empress: [Dismiss Meng Qingzhou and make Meng Qin the Empress' Husband? That's like taking off your pants to fart, too troublesome, not doing it!]

"Your Majesty..." Jiang Xiaoqing gritted his teeth, extremely unwilling, wanting to make one last effort.

"Shut up!"

Dongfang Liuli coldly said, "Jiang Xiaoqing, I have tolerated you enough. Do you really think I don't know that today's coup to depose the Empress' Husband was your plan?"

Jiang Xiaoqing, furious, shouted, "Minister Meng is so outstanding, in character, strength, and contributions to Great Jin, no one can compare! Why won't you accept Minister Meng! I don't understand!"

"Hey, hey, hey..." Meng Qingzhou called out repeatedly, hurriedly saying, "Brother, you can't ignore my opinion. This isn't just about whether the Empress agrees; even if she wants to make me the Empress' Husband, she has to ask if I'm willing."

Are you all crazy?

One doesn't want to marry, the other doesn't want to be married, yet you matchmakers are in such a hurry.

The emperor is not anxious, but the eunuchs are.

Jiang Xiaoqing asked in surprise, "Minister Meng doesn't like the Empress?"

"You're asking a pointless question." Meng Qingzhou was speechless.

He felt like hitting this guy with a stick.

Hearing this, Jiang Xiaoqing's face turned serious, and he earnestly said:

"Minister Meng, Sword Saint!"

"I know you were born blind and have never seen the Empress, but I can assure you, the Empress' beauty and grace are unparalleled! In the world, beauty is divided into ten levels, and our Empress takes nine and a half, leaving the rest for others. Marrying the Empress would be a blessing of three lifetimes!"

Jiang Xiaoqing added with relish:

"Also, the Empress is the Emperor, the woman at the pinnacle of power in Great Jin, representing supreme authority. Marrying the Empress would bring both happiness and prestige. What do you think?"

Meng Qingzhou opened his mouth wide, stunned for a long time, then silently gave a thumbs up: "Awesome."

"I think... you might be dead soon."

Selling the Emperor to Meng Qin.

You, sir, are the first in history to do so. Are you trying to reduce the burden by eliminating your nine clans in this way?

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