Mission 47

A sharp voice laden with disdain sliced through the air. "You're the woman from Jinwei Land?"

The tone conveyed a sense of revulsion, as though she had encountered something utterly repugnant.

"Is there no one else in Jinwei Land? While it's acceptable to have a woman represent our Baizhou Land, it's another matter entirely when you come into the palace and disregard the established customs. My father is the King, and I won't engage in a quarrel with you, but I must properly advise you so that you grasp your position!" the Fourth Prince of Baizhou Land proclaimed sternly. In the presence of numerous witnesses at the palace banquet, he exhibited no restraint and sought to publicly humiliate her.

In his view, the women of Baizhou Land were of lower status. Learning that she had caused a commotion in the palace only heightened his displeasure.