Tianliangyuan

Chapter 120 Killing three birds with one stone, how vicious!

Fortunately, it was confirmed that Hua's life was not in danger, which was a piece of good news amidst this disappointing outcome.

Because of this incident, the female guests' session ended earlier than expected.

The main reason is that everyone is perceptive; in this kind of situation, who doesn't handle things behind closed doors?

However, Xu Zhaozhao was left behind; to be precise, everyone from the Marquis of Anxin's residence was left behind.

In addition, people from the Nanning Prince's Mansion, the Zhong Prince's Mansion, and the two princesses' mansions also stayed behind as witnesses.

Because it was Xu Zhaozhao who arrested the person, and at the beginning, Princess Qingping had been implying that it was Xu Zhaozhao who caused Hua Shi's miscarriage.

Therefore, Princess Qi had to give the Marquis's mansion an explanation.

"Your Highness, the interrogation has been completed. The reason that wicked woman was acting so suspiciously was that she planned to hide this packet of medicine in the main courtyard to frame you. Unexpectedly, she was discovered and detained by Miss Xu. After we found the medicine, we immediately stopped Hua Shi from taking it. Otherwise, I'm afraid that if His Highness had investigated thoroughly afterward, you would have been wrongly accused."

"Now that we've investigated, who was behind this?"

The maid looked up at the spot to her right and whispered, "It's Princess Qingping."

Princess Qingping immediately knelt down and cried out her injustice.

"Mother, I have been wronged. I have no grudge against Hua Shi. Why would she want to harm her? There must be a villain trying to sow discord between us."

These words earned her a sneer from the Princess Consort of Pingnan. "A concubine's daughter, yet she's so self-important."

Since the men's seats at the front haven't been cleared yet, the person in charge here now is Princess Qi.

Princess Qingping was appointed by Prince Qi, and since her birth mother was still alive, Princess Qi could not directly dismiss a princess.

How can you prove your innocence?

Princess Qingping choked back a sob: "Mother, they set a trap to harm me. As the mistress of the royal palace, you should investigate the facts and clear my name!"

Even Princess Anhe couldn't stand these words.

He even dared to order the princess around with such self-righteousness.

What's wrong with this guy's brain?

Even if you are truly innocent, you should speak politely. Why does your voice sound threatening?

Princess Leyang couldn't hold back any longer and stepped forward to slap him!

"How dare you ask your mother to clear your name? That wicked woman clearly framed your mother. How vicious you are! You caused the death of Hua Shi and her unborn child, made your father suspicious and resentful of your mother, and at the same time, you framed Xu Zhaozhao. You killed three birds with one stone!"

"I want to ask you, in what way has your mother treated you badly all these years? Did she cut back on your food, clothing, and daily necessities? Or was she unhappy that you received the title of Princess? Or perhaps she abused your birth mother? You ungrateful wretch, you don't remember a single good thing your mother did for you, you only care about your own gains and losses. You are clearly a selfish and petty person!"

Well said!

Xu Zhaozhao mentally gave Princess Leyang a thumbs up and gave her a big thumbs-up.

This Princess Qingping is indeed too ruthless.

According to what she had learned, it was only because Hua Shi had become arrogant after becoming pregnant and had twice failed to pay her respects to her birth mother, Madam Kong, that this person held such a grudge!

This kind of person is truly ruthless.

Lady Kong also realized that this matter might not be so easy to resolve. At this moment, she knelt down next to Princess Qingping and pleaded bitterly: "Please, Your Highness, investigate thoroughly. The Princess has always been kind and benevolent. How could she do such a vicious thing? Please, Your Highness, do not listen to the words of these wicked women. This matter concerns the Princess's reputation. You cannot draw conclusions lightly!"

Princess Qi had a cold expression.

Is it related to the princess's reputation?

If Xu Zhaozhao hadn't discovered that wicked woman, her reputation as a princess would probably be completely ruined by now.

"You don't need to keep complaining. I have ordered all the witnesses and evidence to be kept under guard. After the Prince's banquet, I will report to him. As for what you said about the Princess's reputation, there are no outsiders here. The Marquis of Anxin's family is the aggrieved party. I believe that Madam Xu and Miss Xu are not the kind of people who like to gossip."

Wang Ruolan immediately stated: "This matter can bring justice to my Zhaozhao and save an innocent life, which is already a great act of kindness. We will leave everything to the Princess's arrangements."

Seeing that there was no way to turn the tide, Madam Kong fainted from worry.

How can I not feel dizzy?

Even if the Marquis of Anxin's mansion doesn't tell outsiders, so what?

With powerful figures like the Prince Zhong's Mansion, the Princess's Mansion, and the Prince of Nanning's Mansion still around, how could her daughter's reputation possibly remain good?

Princess Qi was very grateful to Xu Zhaozhao. Thinking that Qingping had previously tried to label Xu Zhaozhao as ruthless, she felt even more guilty.

"Thanks to Zhao Zhao's quick thinking and decisiveness, otherwise, she would have been stigmatized and I would not have been able to stay out of it either. Fortunately, everything is still in time. Hua Shi's life has been saved, and I can finally give the Prince an explanation."

Thus, the families took their leave one after another, awaiting the King of Qi's decision.

Xu Zhaozhao warned Princess Leyang: "Be careful, someone might take a risky approach!"

Princess Leyang wasn't stupid: "You mean they'll kill people to cover their tracks?"

"In short, you should be more careful. I know that the prince is deeply in love with the princess, but no matter how much affection there is, it cannot withstand the repeated provocations of evil people."

"I understand, thank you for reminding me, Zhaozhao."

"We are good friends, so you're being too polite."

"Anyway, I'm so grateful to have you here today. When I have some free time, I'll treat you to dinner at the best restaurant in the capital!"

"Okay, I'll wait."

Madam Li said to her two concubine daughters, "You have seen it with your own eyes. Not all wealthy and powerful families are like our Marquis's mansion. There are many people of low character, greedy people who take credit for others' work, and people who are only after profit. After this incident, you should be more careful and not assume that someone is kind just because they look kind."

"Yes, daughter has remembered."

Despite lingering fear, Madam Li still did not forget to teach her two illegitimate daughters, which naturally moved them deeply.

What happened today is indeed too shocking.

If Xu Zhaozhao hadn't led her men to tie up that wicked woman, she probably wouldn't be able to explain herself no matter how hard she tried.

After they left, the maid who had helped Xu Zhaozhao change her clothes and tied up the wicked woman felt an unusual headache.

Finally, when it was time to step down, she sat down at the bottom of the steps, covering her head with one hand and muttering to herself.

After a few breaths, the maid's headache disappeared without treatment, while she herself had several changes in her eyes and her face showed a series of expressions, including shock, confusion, and bewilderment, before she finally stopped.

The maid got up, her inner garment soaked with cold sweat, and hurriedly returned to her quarters.

She accepted the favors from Princess Qingping, but did not help the princess with her affairs. Her life in the Prince's mansion will definitely not be easy in the future.

She was just a servant. No matter how big a mistake Princess Qingping made, she was still the master. It would be too easy for her to punish a servant like her.

It seemed as if a voice was guiding her to the princess to apologize, perhaps this was her only way out.