OPEN YOUR MASK, PRINCESS!
Episode 473 INDISPUTABLE REQUEST
Weini was making her vow as the new ruler, in front of the higher-ups, guests, family and all the inhabitants of the Li residence. Weini's heart trembled, she had never been so serious in her life. When the new burden was carried on his shoulders, becoming the backbone as well as the successor to his clan's survival, Weini had
get the blessing of everything and there should be nothing for him to doubt.
The procession went sacred because the Weini department appointment took place in front of his father's body. None of this would have been necessary had Li San deposed his post while he was alive, this was the first time the Li clan had to exercise the handover of power in a death ceremony.
Liang Jia stood beside her other children, she felt proud to see her youngest daughter leading the continuity of their family. Life that can never be guessed, if at that time Liang Jia was weak, resigned and let Li San finish Weini's life, no matter what the fate of their family now. Now he was also tense because after this, Weini would reveal an undeniable gift from the higher-ups. A hereditary tradition that they run and most stressful, because they have to obey the request even though it is contrary to conscience.
“The inauguration of the new leader has been valid in the presence of the dignitaries and guests of honor, from now on we give the honorary title to the fifth miss, he said, Li Yue Hwa as Li Gong Zhu, Li's princess. May Li Gong Zhu live a long life.” Shouted advisor He followed by everyone present there.
Weini returned their respects with a slow nod, her charismatic smile emanating with just a flimsy smile. Supported by her makeup and the oversized robe she wore, Weini's appearance was indeed perfect. First in the history of the Li family raised a female leader, young and very beautiful.
“Li Gong Zhu is welcome to convey one irrefutable request.” Counselor He snapped out loud.
The entire room that had been quiet since then, was increasingly feeling gripping and cold. All were curious about the request that a girl who had once been thrown away but now returned to leadership. Whether there is a feeling of resentment or another unresolved issue, which is certain in that undeniable request, the lady has a great chance to take advantage of her will.
Grace stared anxiously at Weini, as they discussed yesterday making Grace put
great hope that Weini does not change her mind. Her father's life was really in Weini's hands, if the ruling girl was inconsistent with her words, then it was certain that Kao Jing would serve a life sentence in prison according to the rules of law that apply here.
Weini was silent for a moment, needing a well-ordered heart to voice out loud. His greatness to forgive, as well as forget the bad memories of the past that happened due to Kao Jing's interference.
“Only one chance I had in that special request, I have thought it through carefully, without regret, and hope that you would agree to it without any burden. I know your loyalty to our family, and surely you understand the ins and outs of this family. I am so grateful for all the devotion
you, and hope to be your proud leader. All I want is one, honoring the ancestors is the same as keeping the offspring together, it also makes me think of forgiving one of Li's descendants. On the day of my coronation, I granted my uncle Li Kao Jing.” an unconditional pardon Firmly Weini voiced her request.
The silence instantly broke with the whispering sounds of the many people there who were gossiping. Haris sharpened his ears, hearing comments from various sides that sparked many pros and cons. Some consider Weini to be very virtuous and respectful of his elders, others say Weini is too soft and not
you can enforce the rules strictly.
“Li Gong Zhu interruption, this request is too heavy to accept without rebuttal. Regardless of family ties, you must remember the fatal mistake he made so he was sentenced to that sentence. No pardon for a rebel, please Li Gong Zhu reconsider.” Said advisor He firmly voiced objections.
Grace felt her knees shake, so tense she heard the objections of advisor He until she felt
daunted. The undeniable request was just a figment, in fact Weini was getting a rebuttal from the former leader's trust elders. Grace wasn't sure if she could still put her hope on Weini, if she saw the tense situation at the moment.
Weini grinned, what happened now has entered the calculation. “What you are worried about can I accept, advisor He. The status of traitor, rebel, can only be labeled when that person is recognized as part of us right?”
Grace was astonished, as were Liang Jia, Haris, Xiao Jun, and the other elders. No one expected Weini to be able to say such a thing, and I don't know what he meant by those words.
“Sorry Li Gong Zhu, you previously mentioned about the ancestors but now you are triggering
as if you don't want to acknowledge your uncle as part of this family?” Counselor He interrupted Weini.
Weini smiled a grin, she knew that all the thoughts of the people there must think so. “If indeed the unconditional forgiveness is too burdensome for the other party, I should also consider from the side of your objections. My request remains that, and that's the only middle ground to satisfy so many. Let's just say the life sentence was exchanged for the way he was exiled to the outside. I don't mean to break brotherly relations, however blood is thicker than water. With such a decision, is it still burdensome on the elder side?” Tanya Weini was serious.
Counselor He seemed to be thinking seriously, as well as many whispers in the back that weighed back Weini's statement. While Haris began to smile calmly, he knew Weini's way of thinking and deserved a thumbs up on his intelligence.
Weini smiled faintly as she nodded her head, “True, just as you said, advisor He.”
Counselor He nodded in understanding, as an intermediary from the outside and the inner side of the Li family, he also discussed with the other elders. Amidst that discussion, what seemed very uneasy was Grace. The girl continued to stare at Weini, hoping Weini looked back at her but Weini remained focused on what she was facing right now. Weini did not care about her family and friends, all she had in mind was to take the elders seriously in order to achieve her wish.
“We have discussed it, Gong Zhu. Your undisputed request will be agreed. Forgiveness to Li Kao Jing will be officially initiated according to your decree.” The reply from Counselor He finally sounded after nearly fifteen minutes he discussed it with the other elders.
Grace smiled gratefully, the impossible turned out to be saved thanks to Weini's ingenuity. He continued to look at Weini even without reply, until whenever Grace would continue to wait for an opportunity to convey her gratitude to Weini.
“Alright, I have decided to release Li Kao Jing officially after my father's funeral is over. During the mourning period, he was given the opportunity to come to pay his last respects, and then he will leave this country and his life is not supported by the Li clan anymore.” Weini firmly stated his decision.
All of the hearing parties were relieved and Weini could act wisely regardless of Kao Jing's status as her uncle as well as personal matters in their past.
“Thank you, Li Gong Zhu... Wan sui wan sui.
Grace voiced out loud gratitude as well as prayers for Weini to live a long life.
A sincere prayer he said to his cousin, Grace was very complacent even though her father had to be expelled from here. At least it was much better than letting him spend his life in prison.
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Kao Jing was lying down with an infusion hose stuck in her hand. Some serious nurses check it as directed by a doctor. They must keep this secret from anyone with no interest, or serious punishment threatens them as sanctions.
“How is my father's condition?” Grace asked as she went inside to check on her father. A nurse
salute Grace before giving her an answer.
“The condition is stable miss, there is nothing to worry about. We just need to wait for him to wake up.” The nurse then bowed respectfully and passed from there.
Loyal Fang Fang stood behind Grace. He looked compassionately at his nona who would be indirectly expelled from this residence.
“Fang, wait outside for a while, I want to be with my father.” Pinta Grace turned to her servant.
Fang Fang could not resist even though he wanted to keep Grace company, he turned around and waited outside the door.
Grace sat down and grabbed her father's hand, looking at his father's face that looked fresher than last night. The nurse's diagnosis has proven that the first aid that Haris did was right, Grace should not have to doubt it.
“Dad, after dad wakes up, Grace will take dad away. We'll live together like we used to. Where are you going? Let's just go back to America? Ah...” Grace recalled Weini's decision to say that she didn't sustain Kao Jing's life anymore, which meant that Grace and Kao Jing could not return to live in
America's. All the assets there belonged to the Li family given to his father. Grace felt she had no face to ask Weini for mercy in order to stay there.
“Or we live somewhere else, anywhere as long as it is with dad, Grace will come along.” Grace's errata won't make false promises to her father.
Jemari Kao Jing moved until she realized Grace who had grasped it earlier. Grace was stunned, she could not believe what she was feeling until the moment she saw Kao Jing's face. The pair of old eyes that had been closed since yesterday, were now staring at him softly.
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