Empress of Fortune: A Farm Girl’s Rise

Chapter 645: Chapter 632: What Should The Punishment Be Chapter 645: Chapter 632: What Should The Punishment Be Upon opening his eyes again, Chu Shengrui fixed a piercing gaze, “You dared to use a child from outside to replace the one born by Mrs. Liang. You are truly audacious!”

“Why on earth did you suddenly propose to arrange a marriage between An Le and Liang Xuelin? An Le is the legitimate princess, and there are many talented young people in the court, but you chose Liang Xuelin to be the son-in-law, I suspect it was probably Mrs. Liang who was aware of your scheme, using it to blackmail and ensure the glory of her family. You, to secure your own position along with Chu Yunhe’s, you forced An Le to accept.”

“Empress, empress, don’t forget that in addition to being an empress, you are also a mother! Blinded by selfish desires, for personal gain, you are virtually burying An Le’s future. Aren’t you afraid that An Le, unable to bear it, might kill herself in front of you?”

“In your eyes, besides power, besides the desire of getting Chu Yunhe to the throne, what else do you value?”

The Empress grew ashen and crumpled to the floor, unable to utter a word in response to Chu Shengrui’s interrogation.

Chu Yunhe was trembling, but still had the decency to kneel and bow continually, “Father, please forgive me, the Empress definitely didn’t know about this. It must have been that lowly woman, Mrs. Liang’s idea. I will deal with her.”

“At this point, with mounting evidence against you, you still try to excuse your mother. Do you think I would believe your words?” Chu Shengrui glared at Chu Yunhe, who still seemed obstinate, fury bubbling in his eyes, “You recklessly win over the court officials in the court, those who are in collusion with you, do you think I am unaware?”

“My son, my son, I just wanted to share your worries…”