AWB Chapter 8 Kneeling as punishment
Chapter 8 Kneeling as punishment
After seeing Jiang Chuchu off, Jiang Qingyue felt that the air was much more comfortable.
As everyone showered Jiang Qingyue with compliments to celebrate her birthday, some who couldn't squeeze up turned to Jiang An to praise her instead, making Jiang An's face even more unpleasant.
This birthday banquet, originally prepared for Jiang Chuchu, completely turned into Jiang Qingyue's show.
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Time passed slowly, and the moon hung high in the sky. Jiang An saw off the guests with a smile.
Qin Congyu took in Jiang An's expression and knew that someone as arrogant as him would definitely not be able to stand it. If he vented his anger on Jiang Qingyue after she left, her life would still be difficult.
Thinking of this, Qin Congyu said again with a worried look, "Yue'er, come with me. I will not let you suffer anymore."
"Your Highness, this is inappropriate!" Jiang An was the first to jump in and refuse, then realized he was being too emotional, calmed himself down, and continued.
“Jiang Qingyue is a member of my Prime Minister’s household, and it is only right that my Prime Minister’s household takes care of her. I will not cause any trouble for the princess.”
Jiang An knew that he absolutely could not let the maid take Jiang Qingyue away today, otherwise, he would have no chance to save face. As long as Jiang Qingyue was still in the Prime Minister's residence, there would be plenty of time and he would have plenty of ways to deal with her in the future.
Qin Congyu was well aware of his ulterior motives, and therefore, he was even less likely to let Jiang Qingyue stay.
Unexpectedly, Jiang Qingyue also refused, "Your Highness, thank you for today, but it's only because I just returned and my father hasn't accepted me yet. Besides, this is where my mother lived, and I want to be closer to her."
How could she leave?
She has only regained her identity, but she has not yet taken back what her mother left her, or everything that should have been hers!
Therefore, she cannot leave.
Seeing that Jiang Qingyue refused, Qin Congyu wanted to say something, thinking that she still craved that little bit of family affection, but in the end he sighed and said, "Fine, then I'll do as you say."
At worst, we can just have someone keep a closer eye on things in the future.
After saying that, Qin Congyu turned to Jiang An with a cold expression, "Jiang An, I'm warning you, from now on, if Yue'er suffers any more mishaps, I will be the first to hold you accountable!"
Jiang An had no choice but to accept the humiliation.
Qin Congyu bid a loving farewell to Jiang Qingyue, followed closely by Qin Xuanyu, who didn't even glance at Jiang An.
Watching the two leave the Prime Minister's residence, before leaving, Qin Xuanyu turned back to look at Jiang Qingyue, meeting her gaze directly, then casually looked away. His eyes were quite meaningful, and no one knew what the other was thinking.
After seeing the two big shots off, Jiang An realized that his back was soaked with sweat. His previously apologetic face darkened. "Come in with me!"
Jiang Qingyue knew what was going to happen next, so she followed inside without saying a word.
Upon entering the hall, one could see Jiang Chuchu with red and swollen eyes from crying, Lu Shi gently comforting her, and Jiang An sitting in the main seat with an angry expression.
"Jiang Qingyue, you're really something! Today, because of you, the entire Prime Minister's residence has lost all face!"
"Why do you say that, Father? Today, the King of Qin came to our door, and *** was in charge. Everyone was vying to befriend you. Father, you are in the limelight for the time being. How could you be disgraced?"
"Indeed, if the King of Qin came for Jiang Chuchu today, it would be a glorious moment for his ancestors; but if he came for me, it would be a complete loss of face!"
Jiang Qingyue knew that continued tolerance would only lead to more harm from them. Today's events had already crossed the line; there was no need to compromise any further.
"You...you still dare to disobey your father? You really think you're so great just because you have the support of the Emperor and the King of Qin? Don't forget, I'm still your father!"
Jiang Qingyue chuckled lightly, a laugh that was both sarcastic and cold. "Now, you're admitting that I'm your daughter?"
Jiang An's face turned pale and then red as she was being scolded. "Unfilial daughter! How could I have such an unfilial daughter? If you had even a fraction of Chu Chu's obedience, I..."
“Father!” Jiang Qingyue interrupted Jiang An loudly, “Since you think I’m not good enough, then I will follow you! I’m sure you haven’t gone far yet, and I can still catch up with you.”
"You...you...you..." Jiang An was so angry that his face turned red and his neck bulged, and he couldn't speak for a moment. He didn't expect that Jiang Qingyue would dare to threaten him.
Madam Lu quickly tried to soothe Jiang An, "Prime Minister, calm down. Now that Qingyue has the support of the Emperor and His Highness the Prince of Qin, and they value her so much, the Prime Minister's residence can also gain favor with these important figures. This is a good thing!"
Lu's words only added fuel to the fire. "Do I, as a father, have to put up with my daughter's attitude? Today, I'm going to teach her a lesson! Guards, drag her out and make her kneel at the entrance of the ancestral hall all night long. She's not allowed to get up until dawn!"
After saying that, Jiang An led Lu Shi and Jiang Chuchu away.
At the entrance of the ancestral hall, Jiang Qingyue was forced to kneel on the ground by two old women.
The sound of footsteps approached, and Jiang Chuchu stood in front of Jiang Qingyue. She waved her hand, signaling the old woman to leave, and then slowly squatted down in front of Jiang Qingyue with a smile on her face. "Is Sister alright?"
Jiang Qingyue closed her eyes, out of sight, out of mind.
Jiang Chuchu wasn't angry. She smiled and stood up, looking down at Jiang Qingyue's disheveled appearance. "So what if you have your mother and the Prince of Qin backing you up? Now, aren't you still kneeling in front of me? Don't forget, Father is on my side."
Jiang Qingyue, we have a long future ahead of us. I will repay you for every humiliation you inflicted upon me, bit by bit! All of this can only be mine, mine alone!
Jiang Chuchu's expression gradually changed from a smile to resentment.
Jiang Qingyue couldn't help but laugh. She opened her eyes and looked at Jiang Chuchu with amusement.
"What are you laughing at?" Jiang Chuchu felt that Jiang Qingyue's smile was a mockery of her.
"It's nothing, just laughing at your stupidity."
"You..." Jiang Chuchu was furious and reached out to hit Jiang Qingyue, but Jiang Qingyue grabbed her wrist. "Jiang Chuchu, today is just the beginning. I've already died once, and I won't swallow my anger and let you bully me anymore."
Just like you said, there's plenty of time in the future. Today is just an appetizer. I'll make you lose everything you've got, one by one.
As she spoke, Jiang Qingyue gave a playful smile, but the cold, hateful look behind that smile startled Jiang Chuchu for a moment, leaving her speechless.
How could a spoiled and arrogant young lady raised in seclusion be a match for Jiang Qingyue, who had been through hell?
Realizing that she had actually lost to Jiang Qingyue in terms of aura, and was even frightened by Jiang Qingyue, Jiang Chuchu glared at Jiang Qingyue with resentment, "Don't be so smug, let's see if you have the ability to back it up!"
Jiang Chuchu strode away arrogantly, but her retreating figure seemed to suggest a hasty escape.
When Jiang Chuchu's figure had completely disappeared from sight, Jiang Qingyue turned to the side and said softly, "What, haven't you seen enough yet?"
As soon as he finished speaking, a tall figure slowly emerged from the darkness...