"Feng Shi'er Niang is the Emperor's rightful wife, yet she has been confined in Huaxi for a long time. Rumors abound in the streets, and I believe this damages the dignity of the Royal Family. I beseech Your Majesty to show mercy and pardon her this time."
Pei Jue looked at him, pursing his lips repeatedly.
"The affairs of my household need not trouble you, Minister."
Tang Shaogong replied, "The Emperor's household affairs are also affairs of the state. If Your Majesty finds it difficult to speak of the matter, may I suggest that I personally go to Huaxi to mediate?"
Pei Jue asked, "Is the Ministry of Rites too idle? Or do you wish to return to the countryside and plow the fields yourself?"
Tang Shaogong immediately lowered his head and cupped his hands in apology. "Your humble servant understands his error."
