This way.

After returning to the palace, the Empress Dowager and the Eldest Princess also wanted to ask the Emperor about Ye Qingcheng, but they were turned away and were unable to see him for a long time.

The two returned to the Empress Dowager's palace with no other choice.

"Mother, you're not refusing to see us, probably because you've guessed we're here to speak up for Qing'er."

"Hmm! Your elder brother has never treated the Empress Dowager like this before. This matter must be putting him in a difficult position."

"Mother, I think..."

"Your Majesty, something terrible has happened."

At this moment.

A maid rushed in.

This maid was sent by the Empress Dowager to inquire about Ye Qingcheng.

Seeing the others' tense expressions, the Empress Dowager quickly asked, "Has something happened to Princess Han?"

"Princess Han... has been... has been transferred to the Dali Temple."

"What?"

Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager and the Eldest Princess stood up abruptly from their seats.

"What happened? Tell me quickly!"

"This servant is also unsure. I was ordered by Your Majesty to leave the palace and go to the Jingzhao Prefecture to inquire about the Princess Consort of Han, but I have not yet arrived."

Then they saw Zhang, the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Justice, leading the Embroidered Uniform Guard, escorting Princess Han to the Dali Temple.

The servant girl stepped forward to inquire and learned that it was an imperial decree ordering the transfer of the prisoner to the Court of Judicial Review.

"What? Transferred to the Dali Temple?"

"Yes, Your Majesty."

"How could this be? Have you inquired about any of those murder cases?"

The maid nodded: "Yes, I asked the people and they confirmed that there were indeed those murders, and more than a dozen people were killed."

"More than a dozen lives? The case is clear, it's definitely related to Princess Han?"

The maid shook her head: "I didn't find out about that, but I heard that all the shop assistants hired by Princess Han identified themselves as Princess Han."

"Nonsense."

The maid had barely finished speaking when the Empress Dowager shouted loudly.

“I have had a lot of contact with Princess Han these past few days, and I find her to be straightforward, simple and kind-hearted. How could she do such a thing?”

"This servant heard it from the crowd who were watching the trial, and also..."

"Many people were shouting that the court must severely punish Princess Han and make amends for the lives of the innocent people who died."

"What?"

Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager took several steps back.

"Your Majesty the Empress Dowager..."

Upon seeing this, the eldest princess cried out in alarm and quickly helped her up.

Meanwhile, Granny Sun, who was standing nearby, also shouted nervously.

However, after being helped to steady herself, the Empress Dowager closed her eyes and shook her head: "I'm fine."

After speaking, he looked at the maid.

"Go, go and find out more."

"Yes, this servant will go right away."

After the maid left...

The eldest princess helped the Empress Dowager to sit down on the couch.

"Mother, I'm afraid that my being imprisoned in Dali Temple this time..."

"Qing'er, let's go and go find your brother again. I don't believe it."

"Yes, Mother."

This way.

Qin Mohan also arrived at the palace, but the emperor did see him.

"Your subject pays respects to Your Majesty."

"Hmm! How is Princess Zhaoyang doing staying at your residence?"

"fine."

"Fine? So, you've been getting along well with her these past two days?"

After listening.

Qin Mohan did not answer, but instead asked, "Father, was it you who arranged my marriage to the Queen?"

"How dare you! How dare you question me?"

"Your subject wouldn't dare. Your subject only wants to know if it has anything to do with you?"

Upon hearing this, the Emperor narrowed his eyes and stared at Qin Mohan for a while.

"You came to the palace to see me today to ask about that witch?"

"Qing'er is not a witch, she is my princess consort."

"I think you've lost your mind. Her identity is false, yet you still acknowledge her as your princess?"

"No matter her identity, I only recognize her."

"How dare you! You are my son, the God of War of my Great Xia, and you will be the one to shoulder great responsibilities in the future."

"Aren't you afraid that someone of unknown origin and purpose, kept by your side, might one day overthrow the Great Xia Dynasty?"

"Your subject believes in Qing'er."

"You... I think you're truly captivated by her."

“Father, I am not infatuated with her, but she is my wife, and as her husband…”

"How dare you! I taught you that those who achieve great things must not be entangled in emotions. I just reprimanded you last time. Have you forgotten?"

"Your subject has not forgotten, and Your subject always keeps in mind Your Majesty's teachings, but Your Majesty did promise me regarding my matter."

"As long as I allow Princess Rong to stay in the residence, you will ensure her safety. Does Father Emperor still remember?"

"Of course I haven't forgotten. What? Didn't she return to the capital safely?"

Upon hearing this, Qin Mohan frowned slightly and raised his head to look directly at the Emperor.

"Your subject is foolish and does not understand the meaning of your father's words."

"If I wanted her dead, do you think those few men you sent out could protect her?"

"Does Father mean that what happened to Qing'er has nothing to do with you?"

"How dare you! Are you doubting me?"

"Your subject dares not. Your subject only begs Your Majesty to spare Qing'er."

"What if I don't agree?"

"Then I will kneel here forever."

"presumptuous."

Upon hearing this, the Emperor's face immediately turned furious. He grabbed a handful of memorials and threw them at Qin Mohan.

Seeing this, Qin Mohan showed no fear. He remained kneeling upright, looking directly at the Emperor, his gaze meeting his.

The father and son stared at each other for an unknown amount of time.

The Emperor then spoke calmly.

"If you want her to live, you can divorce her and marry the princess of Rong Kingdom."

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