Chapter 3 — Pregnant Exterior Forced to Confess, Queen Mother Only Says Two Words: Husband

In the palace, Tham Thanh Ha also received news. He didn't sleep at night, feeling a little uneasy because of my decision, but also had expectations for the future. At this time, hearing that the holy edict had arrived, he immediately dressed up and walked out as fast as the wind to welcome him. He thought, this must be the decree of separation given by the emperor. From now on, he can escape from Chieu Duong, that cold woman, and his twin wife Van Nhi. I sat neatly in the main hall, my expression calm, as if all of these things had nothing to do with me. The person who transmitted it was only my confidant next to my mother, Ly Cong Cong. As soon as he entered the door, he immediately saw Tham Thanh Ha kneeling in the yard, behind Lieu Van Nhi being supported by a servant, his eyes full of anticipation. In Ly Cong Cong's eyes, a trace of contempt flashed that was hard to detect.

"The holy decree has arrived, the general of the country, his son-in-law Tham Thanh Ha receives the decree."

His high-pitched voice tore through the morning silence. Tham Thanh Ha respectfully knelt down: "God, receive the order." Lieu Van Nhi also wanted to kneel, but was stopped by the maid.

“The lady is pregnant and cannot kneel.”

So she stood there solemnly, enjoying this special "grace". Ly Cong Cong opened the decree, cleared his throat slightly, and read in a loud voice.

“Feng Tian inherited the destiny, the emperor decreed and wrote.”

"Considering that the town general Tham Thanh Ha has the surname Lieu on the outside, and is pregnant, in order to continue the Tham family's lineage, the situation is also pitiful."

"But, the law of the country cannot be abolished. The eldest princess is Kimchi Ngoc Diep, with a noble status, so how can it be allowed to have an ordinary wife that taints the royal majesty?"

Tham Thanh Ha's smile stiffened on her face. Lieu Van Nhi's face instantly turned pale. How can it be... not a peaceful couple? Cong Ly's voice continued.

"I consider that Lieu Thi's pregnancy is not easy. I especially show my gratitude and accept permission to enter the palace and become... my concubine."

"From today, stay at Thanh Phong garden, rest assured to raise your baby, no orders, don't go out."

"Con-in-law Tham Thanh Ha, not being strict with the housekeeping, causing the family's affairs to spread to the outside, damaging the royal reputation, fined for one year, closed for more than three months, to serve as a deterrent."

“Try it.”

Not a wife, not a concubine, not even a concubine. Just the lowest type, not even qualified to enter the jade butterfly, a concubine. This is not a favor, it is clearly a great humiliation! Tham Thanh Ha suddenly raised her head, her face filled with disbelief.

“No… it can't be… this can't be!”

Lieu Van Nhi felt even more like being struck by lightning in the clear sky, her body went limp and she fell directly to the ground. She wasted all her heart and soul, kneeling without hesitation for three days and three nights, causing this matter to stir throughout the capital, betting everything, in exchange for... just the lowest status of a concubine? Cong Cong Ly closed the book and looked at Tham Thanh Ha with a fake smile.

“Master's son-in-law, please continue.”

"Your Majesty is merciful and took pity on Miss Lieu's pregnancy, so he made an exception and allowed her to enter the palace. You should thank the king for his immense grace."

These words were more like a resounding slap, fiercely falling on Tham Thanh Ha's face. He clenched his fists, the blue veins on the back of his hands appearing. He wants to broadcast He wanted to question, but faced with the royal edict that symbolized royal authority, he couldn't utter a single word. In the end, he could only squeeze out three words from between his teeth.

“God… continues.”

He trembled and reached out with both hands to receive the bright yellow holy decree, which felt as heavy as a thousand pounds. Cong Cong Ly nodded with satisfaction, then turned to me, his attitude immediately became extremely respectful.

“Your Highness the Princess, the Queen told this old slave to pass on the message.”

"The lady said, if there are things in the house that are already dirty, if you should wash them then wash them, if you should throw them away then throw them away, no need to be careful."

I smiled faintly: "Sorry to bother you, please thank your mother on my behalf." After Cong Ly left, the entire princess palace fell into a dead silence. Lieu Van Nhi was roughly dragged and half dragged by two women to Thanh Phong garden, the most remote place. Along the way, she cried and cried, "General, save me," her voice mournful. Tham Thanh Ha just stood there, her face pale, not moving. He knows, he has lost. Lose until you are ruined and have nothing left. He thought he had grasped the royal family's weakness, but unexpectedly, the royal family didn't care at all. They would rather expose this matter to the light, use a decree, and trample on his and Lieu Van Nhi's face under their feet. After a while, he finally raised his head, his red eyes like a cornered beast, staring at me fiercely.

“Chieu Duong, are you satisfied?”

His voice was hoarse and cold.

"Is this what you want? For everyone to make fun of me?"

I picked up the cup of tea that the maid had just offered and blew gently.

“It was he who brought the joke in front of others.”

He suddenly rushed in front of me, his eyes burning with crazy hatred.

“Don't be complacent!”

He lowered his voice, threatening each word.

“Don't think that just a saint can suppress me!”

"I, Tham Thanh Ha, am not clay! In my hands, I have 100,000 royal guards, and in the court there are also my father's old disciples!"

“You and that emperor brother, forcing me to the end, is of no benefit to anyone!”

He finally revealed his final fangs. Use military power to threaten me and the royal family. I put down the teacup, looked up at him, the corner of my lips carrying a trace of pity.

“Tham Thanh Ha, you finally said what was in your heart.”

“Sorry, it's too late.”

At this moment, a guard rushed in from outside the palace, looking panicked.