The Emperor looked at Chu Qingmeng with a question in his eyes, waiting for her to continue. Chu Qingmeng gritted her teeth and said, "Because it's a family tradition of the Ming Imperial House to cherish and be slightly afraid of one's wife."
Her words dropped like a bomb, causing all the men present to stare at her. Feeling rather helpless, Chu Qingmeng proceeded to give everyone a brief history lesson on the Ming Dynasty, occasionally having Mu Lingxue fill in some details. After listening to this brief historical overview, the Emperor could no longer hide his shock. With a slightly hoarse voice, Chu Qingmeng said, "So, I told you, generally no one can imitate them. Imperial Uncle, let's get this straight first—I'm talking about history books here, not speaking up for anyone. You mustn't go back and brood over it, suspecting me."
Hearing her put it this way, the Emperor suddenly burst out laughing. "Anning, even if I were prone to suspicion, it would never fall on you. I daresay you haven't even laid eyes on the Crown Prince, have you?"
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