"The Bian Clan of the Great Wei State pays its respects to the Great Huan Celestial Lord!"
Before anyone, including Xiao Ying, could say much, Bian Qirong took the initiative to salute him with calm, composed grace. She seemed oblivious to her predicament, yet she did not refer to herself as an empress.
"Rise!"
Xiao Ying gave Bian Qirong a long, admiring look and replied with considerable courtesy.
This reflected both his respect for Bian Qirong's excellent reputation and virtuous character, and his appreciation of her composure.
"..."
Silence enveloped the gathering. Everyone had their own thoughts, but no one spoke.
Those from Great Huan could vaguely guess why Jia Xu, Xun Yu, and the others had suddenly appeared, but they were surprised to see Empress Wuxuan among them.
Those from the Great Wei State had some inkling of their predicament, and naturally grew even more anxious, countless thoughts churning through their minds!
Cao Pi is about to ascend the throne. What would he think if he learned that his birth mother, the empress dowager, had been captured by Great Huan? What would the world think if this news spread? It would probably stir up quite a storm and shake the hearts of the Great Wei State's people, wouldn't it?
Xiao Ying studied Empress Wuxuan with interest, a smile playing at his lips as he pondered this. Then he looked calmly at everyone and said:
"With your intelligence, I trust you have already guessed your situation. There should be no need for me to explain, should there?"
"..."
The expressions of the Great Wei State's people shifted slightly. Anxious and uncertain, they remained silent.
"May I ask the Great Huan Celestial Lord whether the traitor Mengde still lives?"
Anxiety and concern lurked deep in Bian Qirong's eyes, but her expression