His words redirected everyone's attention toward Qi Yu, who had been silently watching from the side.
Qi Yu, however, smiled leisurely and, looking at Li Ming'an kneeling on the ground, feigned surprise, "Even if the Prince admires the Princess's abilities, there's no need for such grand gestures."
Her tone was exceedingly irritating, making Li Ming'an's already somber face look even more sinister.
"I didn't expect the Princess to be someone who dares to act but not own up."
Li Mingjue immediately stepped forward to protect her and, looking inquisitively toward Li Tianze, said, "Your Majesty, we should interrogate the criminal first to give an explanation to the Prince and Princess Lingya."
Li Tianze brushed his gaze coldly over them and said to Li Ming'an, still kneeling, "Rise, my son."
Li Ming'an could only prop himself up with one hand, his figure unsteady as he stood.
