eurekapd Chapter 141 Assassination, Song Siyao Poisoned
Chapter 141 Assassination, Song Siyao Poisoned
Although Yang Minjing had already fainted, punishment was still inevitable.
The guards came up and dragged her away roughly, without showing her any mercy.
Vice Minister Yang was also dragged away.
Seeing such a tragic scene, those who wanted to curse Song Siyao but didn't dare to utter the words were shocked and broke out in a cold sweat.
They almost ended up being beaten with sticks like Vice Minister Yang Minjing.
They used to look down on Song Siyao, but now they can't even dream of befriending her.
Now that Song Siyao has Emperor Changlong backing her up, she is no longer someone they can bully at will.
Grand Tutor Su glanced at Emperor Changlong and knew that he was cultivating a new power base.
And this new force is naturally there to check and balance him.
He appeared calm, but no one could see the turmoil raging within his heart.
snort!
Want to keep him in check?
Do you think his connections in the court over the years were all for nothing?
Let's see if he retaliates and lets Emperor Changlong know that it's absolutely impossible to control him!
His gaze shifted to Song Siyao, his eyes filled with regret.
What a shame.
He knew that Song Siyao was a once-in-a-millennium talent when she first showed her brilliance.
He wanted to take her as his own, but Song Siyao didn't appreciate his offer.
Since that's the case, then don't blame him for being impolite. He'll let Song Siyao know what will happen if she doesn't obey him!
Emperor Changlong's gaze was sharp as a knife, and his voice was icy cold as he warned everyone, "I have bestowed upon Ning'an the title of Princess, and she truly deserves it. Anyone here who can be as selfless and fearless as Ning'an, and always put the people of Great Zhou first, I may make an exception and promote you!"
He glanced around the room and asked, "Anyone here who disagrees?"
“Miss Song deserves this honor. Greetings to Princess Ning’an!” Yan Wei was the first to step forward, his voice loud and clear.
Huo Ye stood up and bowed respectfully, "Greetings, Princess Ning'an!"
Jiang Hexia, her face beaming with pride, willingly bowed and said, "Greetings, Princess Ning'an!"
"Greetings, Princess Ning'an!"
"Greetings, Princess Ning'an!"
……
The sounds rose and fell, deafeningly loud.
Whether they were sincere or not, at this moment, under the power of the emperor, they had no choice but to submit.
Wei Hongjin and Song Siyao were both princesses, so she performed a courtesy greeting.
Su Qingshuang's status was lower than Song Siyao's, so no matter how unwilling or resentful she was, she had to respectfully bow to Song Siyao.
Song Siyao stood there, her gaze fixed on everyone with their heads down, no one looking directly at her.
This time, Emperor Changlong's support for her was so powerful that if she wanted to show off, it could become the glory of her life.
"Everyone, please rise above the formalities. We are all subjects of the Emperor, receiving the Emperor's bounty and serving him faithfully. I hope everyone will fulfill their duties. When the Emperor and his subjects are of one mind, their strength can break metal. Let us work together to seek more benefits for the people of the Great Zhou."
"Yes, Princess Ning'an," everyone answered in unison.
Seeing that his goal had been achieved, Emperor Changlong relaxed and, as if his expression had changed, smiled and said to everyone, "Alright, everyone, please sit down. Today, we are going to celebrate together!"
The musicians took the stage, the music began, and the dancers came on stage, singing and dancing together in celebration.
Laughter and cheers echoed above Qiwu Palace.
The celebration banquet continued until dusk.
The colorful sunset fades, and night falls.
The merriment at Qiwu Palace continues.
The guests and guests enjoyed themselves together, toasting and drinking, creating a lively atmosphere.
Some people were so drunk that they couldn't tell which way was which.
Song Siyao also drank, but she was very sober, and she was alert and observant.
At this moment, Consort Xian's voice suddenly rang out, "Your Majesty, today Miss Song has been conferred the title of Princess Ning'an, which is a great joy and deserves to be celebrated. Why don't we invite her to come up and perform a dance for everyone?"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Changlong's smile gradually vanished, eventually freezing into ice.
He asked Consort Xian, "Consort Xian, have you been quite free lately?"
A single, casual remark plunged Consort Xian into an icy abyss.
Emperor Changlong actually protected Song Siyao to such an extent that he wouldn't let her suffer even the slightest grievance.
"Your Majesty, I do have plenty of time. What do you wish to instruct me to do?"
Consort Xian was unwilling to give up; she wanted to ask again.
However, Emperor Changlong showed her no mercy whatsoever.
"Since Consort Xian has so much free time, she must have mastered the arts of music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. Why don't you go and perform a dance for everyone?" Emperor Changlong didn't mention Song Siyao in his words, but every sentence was about avenging Song Siyao.
Song Siyao had just returned from the epidemic area, and she came back with a great achievement.
Moreover, Song Siyao contributed the most during this disaster relief effort.
Now, Consort Xian has asked a meritorious official to dance for everyone to entertain them.
How could Emperor Changlong agree? Absolutely not!
Consort Xian was reprimanded and felt so embarrassed that she wanted to disappear. She was Emperor Changlong's beloved concubine and his childhood sweetheart. How could she dance for everyone to see?
Even if she were to dance, she could only dance for Emperor Changlong alone.
Who do these people think they are? Do they even deserve to watch her dance?
She dared not say these words aloud in public, but with Emperor Changlong still keeping a close eye on her, she could only apologize.
"Your Majesty, I misspoke and did not consider things carefully. Please forgive me."
"You shouldn't apologize to me, you should apologize to Princess Ning'an." Emperor Changlong clearly didn't want to let Consort Xian off the hook.
However, due to external reasons, he cannot punish Consort Xian at this time.
In the extreme tug-of-war between the two, Emperor Changlong ultimately prevailed.
Consort Xian had no choice but to apologize to Song Siyao, "Princess Ning'an, I'm sorry."
"Your Majesty is too kind," Song Siyao said in a neutral tone.
She couldn't possibly curry favor with Consort Xian, but she also didn't want to take Consort Xian's life right now, so she could only give her perfunctory answers.
The atmosphere inside the room became tense. Everyone looked at each other, unsure of what to do.
hiss!
Suddenly, an arrow pierced the air and headed straight for Emperor Changlong.
Everyone was still in a daze, still caught up in the fantasy of Consort Xian apologizing to Song Siyao.
Song Siyao was the first to react.
She took to the air and flew straight toward Emperor Changlong.
There was some distance between her and Emperor Changlong, and it was too late to use a weapon to block the arrow.
She could only shield Emperor Changlong from the arrow with her own body.
Thus, the arrow that was supposed to hit Emperor Changlong squarely between the eyebrows instead pierced Song Siyao, who happened to be flying over.
"Ning'an!" Emperor Changlong shouted.
“Princess!” Wang Fu, who was originally protecting Emperor Changlong, now stood in front of Song Siyao, staring at the arrow, his face pale and completely lost.
"Yaoyao!" Shen Pei's voice was full of heartache as he approached Song Siyao.
He also discovered the arrow when Song Siyao found it.
However, he was too far away to fly over in time.
"The princess!"
"Sister Song!"
……
Huo Ye, Yan Wei, and Jiang Hexia rushed over.
"The arrow is poisoned!"
In the final instant, Song Siyao sealed her acupoints and collapsed into Shen Pei's arms.