Although Xia Yunxi often mistreated the palace maids, she still valued her confidant Hong Ye. During her time by Xia Yunxi's side, Hong Ye hadn't suffered any physical torment.
"Princess, please don't be angry! Even if it didn't work today, there will still be future opportunities! Beizhou Country plans to hold a banquet in the palace, which is a great chance for you! Princess, you can seize this opportunity to outshine everyone!"
Hong Ye understood the princess's temper, so she could only stroke it in the right direction. If she were to go against her wishes, she'd be the one to suffer, and might even lose her life as a consequence.
Hong Ye successfully shifted the topic, slightly alleviating Xia Yunxi's sense of failure.
Xia Yunxi admitted that she'd been somewhat rash today, which allowed Murong Qiqi to make a mockery of her. If Murong Qiqi chose to "avoid and escape" in front of the monarch and ministers during the banquet, she would be seen as a weakling!
