The old Marquis' expression changed slightly: "But..."
The official of the Ministry of Rites raised his hand to stop him and said calmly: "Old Marquis, it is reasonable to say that this is a household matter of your Shen family, and I should not get involved. But today, I am here under His Majesty's order. Since the closing letter has been handed over, When you come in front of me, you can't let me pretend you didn't see it and break the law, right?"
The Ministry of Etiquette is responsible for all ceremonial matters.
Strictly speaking, this kind of severance letter also falls within the scope of responsibility of the Ministry of Rites.
Naturally, he couldn't pretend not to see it, otherwise he would be suspected of dereliction of duty.
If the old Marquis wanted him to turn a blind eye, he immediately choked back.
At the same time, the old Marquis also realized that this official of the Ministry of Rites deliberately favored "Shen Wan" and seemed to be very happy to see "Shen Wan" break away from the Shen family, so he would not spare any mercy and stick to the rules.
The eunuch who announced the decree looked on with cold eyes, and then said: "These are all trivial matters. Please stop wasting your time, Mr. Marquis. His Majesty's decree is the serious matter."
Old Marquis: "..."
The official of the Ministry of Rites handed the knotting book to Xiao Lingyue: "Remember to go to the government to make a record and add your name to the family tree, then the knot will be considered clean."
Xiao Lingyue said gratefully: "Thank you, sir, for reminding me." She took the knot-cutting book and stepped aside.
Seeing that things are a foregone conclusion, it is difficult to change them.
The old Marquis felt a rush of blood rushing straight into his throat, his heart felt stabbing pain, and his face looked extremely ugly.
The officials of the Ministry of Rites and the eunuch who announced the decree on the steps acted as if they had not seen them.
"Your Majesty has a decree to declare——"
The eunuch who announced the decree had a solemn expression, his voice was long, and he unfolded the bright yellow imperial edict in his hand.
The Shen family members who were kneeling below lowered their heads at the same time. The guards, eunuchs and government servants inside and outside the mansion all knelt on the ground.
The atmosphere is solemn and solemn.
Although Xiao Lingyue did not have to kneel to receive the edict, she still lowered her head in order to show respect for the edict.
"By God's blessing, the emperor issued an edict: After today's founding hero, Nanyang Marquis Shen Zhijiang did not repair the internal curtains, taught his daughter poorly, and the second concubine Shen Yuting disrespected the succession and acted boldly, which is an unforgivable crime.
From now on, the title of Marquis of Nanyang will be removed and will never be restored. The second daughter Shen Yuting will be thrown into prison and will be executed later in life!
Shen Zhijiang was demoted to three ranks and fined one year's salary as a warning to others!
Your Majesty extended the pardon in consideration of the fact that Shen Wu is old, has made great contributions to the country, and will still enjoy the title of Marquis of Nanyang during his lifetime.
I appreciate this——"
The high-pitched and loud voice of the eunuch announcing the decree resounded over the Hou Mansion.
Immediately, he put his hands together to hold the imperial edict, raised it high, and said condescendingly: "Mansion Shen receives the edict!"
There was dead silence all around.
Aunt Hua's excited and expectant smile froze on her face, and she raised her head in disbelief.
Shen Zhijiang's face turned pale, his whole body was shaking uncontrollably, and he knelt on the ground limply.
The surrounding Shen family servants were all stunned and stiff, as if they had been struck by lightning and were completely unable to recover.
Has the prince's mansion been deprived of his title?
The second lady was sentenced to death?
The master's official position was demoted three levels in a row?
How could this happen?! Didn’t it say that the second young lady and His Highness Prince Xiang were together, and the imperial edict came to confer marriage?
The old Marquis' mind was buzzing, and his throat was full of fishy smell. Although he was mentally prepared, the moment he heard the decree, it felt like he had been stabbed hard in the heart, and the severe pain spread throughout his body. .
The Shen family... collapsed!! This chapter has been completed!