With a slap, a palm met Qing Mei's face.
Qing Mei's face immediately bore five distinct finger marks.
"You, how dare you!"
Chu Qianli pointed at her, her fingertips trembling slightly, "Do you think that, for your deeds outside, I would not know?"
"Your Majesty, please spare my life!" This time, Qing Mei truly realized her mistake.
Being part of the Jianghu, she indeed did not previously understand the connections and communication channels of the people at the Imperial Court.
But now, she somewhat understood.
There were more people the Empress could rely on than just her and Hongchou.
She had only thought that since the Empress was new to Beiming and the ruler of Longteng Country, she would not yet have many dependable people, which is why she dared to deceive and hide the truth.
"Your Majesty, I truly realize my mistake. I was simply greedy for a moment, I will never dare again, please grant me your mercy!"