Chapter 273 - 270: Malicious Intent_2
Xiangxiu, upon hearing about leaving the palace, was nearly overjoyed: "Is there really such good news? Naturally, I choose to leave the palace!" Staying in the palace meant wasting her life, not to mention that Princess Consort Sang was always plotting against her. Although the Emperor was now aware of Princess Consort Sang’s true character, she was still the Empress’s sister, openly. It likely wouldn’t be quick for Princess Consort Sang to be dealt with. Life outside the palace might be impoverished, but being with her mother would bring peace of mind.
"May the Emperor grant his grace, I wish to leave the palace. Once I am out, I will surely eat vegetarian and recite the Buddha’s name daily, praying for the Empress’s good health."
After saying this, Xiangxiu forcefully kowtowed three times.
He Ying was once again moved: While people usually flattered him, and he did not care much about whatever nice things they said—sometimes even finding it annoying—it was different when it involved Sang Yan.
"Since you have made up your mind, so be it, I grant you 500 taels of silver and release you from the palace."
He Ying was in a good mood and did not mind granting a bit more favor: "Wait for Pei Muyang to return, then let him take you to the Imperial Hospital to get some ginseng. Your mother is old and needs to be well cared for. There’s no need for you to go thank the Empress. After all, Princess Consort Sang is her sister, and she is probably not too pleased."
Those last few sentences directly dispelled the thoughts in Xiangxiu’s mind.
Indeed, she had intended to go to Qingning Palace to thank the Empress.
"Emperor, if I leave the palace just like this, what if Princess Consort Sang finds out?"
Xiangxiu still felt uneasy: once out of the palace, what if Sang Ruoshui still caused her trouble?