Virtuous Consort and Consort Hui widened their eyes in utter disbelief. They had never imagined that Noble Consort Zhao, usually so gentle and refined, would strike so decisively. Consort Hui instinctively covered her mouth to stifle a laugh, then exchanged a meaningful glance with Virtuous Consort. A grand spectacle was about to unfold!
Wen Chuyun clutched her burning, swollen cheek, her voice trembling. "Noble Consort Zhao, how could you lay a hand on me?"
"You don't know the rules, so naturally, I must teach you a lesson and help you remember. From now on, remember this: in my presence, whether entering or leaving, you will offer the proper salutations. Is that clear?" Bai Wutong looked at her own exquisite nail guards with feigned indifference, as if the blow had been nothing more than an afterthought. "I have shown mercy. Otherwise, that slap alone would have left your face scarred. Now, you may leave. Keep a tighter rein on your tongue in the future, and let me not hear such things again."
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