C1775 Seven Stars in a Row

Upon hearing of Chu Qing's refusal to marry, the Emperor flew into a rage. He took it as a personal affront, believing his daughter wasn't worthy of Chu Qing, and the princess's apparent interference only added insult to injury. The more he dwelled on it, the more stifled he felt.

"Guards! Guards! Bind Chu Qing and Ye Chenxi!" he bellowed.

With a sweeping gesture