Chapter 1629 - 1621: What a Fine Show (Part 1)

Chapter 1629: Chapter 1621: What a Fine Show (Part 1)

Lady Shifei’s body trembled incessantly.

Tears welled up in her eyes, her teeth biting tightly into her lip, tasting the flavor of fresh blood.

In her mind, countless times, she imagined rushing forward, engaging in a life-or-death struggle with Empress Feng.

But in the end...

"Thank you, Empress Feng."

She only softly expressed her gratitude, holding her clothes and bundle, ready to walk away.

Empress Feng was taken aback.

She hadn’t expected Lady Shifei to endure humiliation to this extent?

The former Lady Shifei was very fragile, like a Cuscuta.

But who would have thought, after a month at Taichang Temple, she seemed like a different person.

This Lady Shifei was much more difficult to deal with than the previous one.

Empress Feng’s heart was in turmoil.

Her original intent today was merely to humiliate Lady Shifei.

But seeing Lady Shifei’s reaction, she instead felt murderous intent.

No matter the reason today, Lady Shifei must be dealt with.

"Wait."

Just as Lady Shifei was about to walk away, Empress Feng called out again, making her stop in her tracks.

"Does Empress Feng have any other instructions?"

Lady Shifei still lowered her head submissively, making it impossible to discern her emotions.

"Sister Shifei, I’ve noticed you’ve become quite thin lately, it’s distressing to see. Is it because you can’t get used to the food at Taichang Temple? I feel so sorry for you," Empress Feng said hypocritically.

Hearing this, Lady Shifei’s back stiffened slightly.

"Thank you, Empress Feng, for your concern. I am quite accustomed to the food at Taichang Temple. Thank you, Your Majesty, for worrying."

"Why be so formal with me, sister? I’ve had someone prepare a tonic, said to be good for strengthening the foundation and nourishing the root. Why not have a bowl?"

With that, Empress Feng ordered someone to present a bowl of soup.

The soup was served in a white porcelain bowl, and upon opening it, a fishy smell immediately emerged.

Lady Shifei frowned, evidently displeased with the soup.

She usually ate lightly, and after her time at Taichang Temple, she avoided any oil.

This soup was something she couldn’t swallow at all.

Yet the soup had already been brought before her.

"What, don’t you like it, sister? There’s no poison in it, I’m just concerned about you. Someone, please have Lady Shifei take a sip."

Empress Feng’s eyes flashed with cold light.

An old nanny picked up the soup and poured it into Lady Shifei’s mouth.

The soup was hot and fishy; several strong nannies held Lady Shifei down, making it impossible for her to break free.

She was forced to swallow a mouthful, only to feel the intense fishy taste.

At this moment, Empress Feng sneered from the side.

"Sister Shifei, do you know what this soup is made of? It uses the Purple River Carriage, the piece of flesh connected to the woman and fetus after childbirth..."

Just as Empress Feng finished speaking.

Lady Shifei’s face changed dramatically.

In her mind, a mass of bloody flesh flashed by.

Her poor child, kicked to death before even being born.

She couldn’t bear it, vomiting uncontrollably.

"How dare you vomit the soup I bestowed upon you! Are you defying me? Someone, drag this vile woman out and beat her to death with sticks!"

Empress Feng angrily commanded.

A monk nearby saw it wasn’t right and quickly ordered a young monk to notify Monk Fengxi.

But Monk Fengxi was usually elusive, often disappearing without a trace, and the young monk couldn’t find him right away.

Lady Shifei had already been pressed to the ground, and several Imperial Army members were about to carry out the punishment.

But at that moment, clapping was heard.

"Magnificent, truly magnificent. The Dragon Ascending Phoenix Empress actually abuses private punishment."