When Shen Yue returned home in the afternoon, she mentioned this matter. Su Yuanzhou then ordered someone to interrogate the servants in the outer courtyard of the Li family and confirmed that a Taoist priest had indeed come to the Li family and was living in the west wing of the outer courtyard.

He planned to go there in person to find out the details of the Taoist priest. Even if there was nothing shameful in the secret room, the Taoist priest might know Princess Yongjia's private affairs.

These Taoist priests and monks who can perform rituals know the most secrets.

At this moment, in the main hall of the Li family, Princess Yongjia, Li Chaoyun and Chen Ping were sitting and talking.

Chen Ping was on duty in the palace and had just returned home. The Crown Prince asked Chen Ping to pass on a message to Princess Yongjia: Shen Zhixiu could not be kept.

Princess Yongjia was confused. "Are we being too anxious?"

Chen Ping explained, "Your Highness may not know yet, but today, because of the Third Madam of the Shen family, the Qin family canceled the marriage with the Rong family."

"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was furious and said that Elder Shen did it on purpose. If he didn't get rid of Elder Shen, he...would have difficulty achieving anything great."

Princess Yongjia didn't know what happened at Fanjinlou today, and Li Chaoyun hadn't mentioned it when she returned. Hearing Chen Ping's words, she asked, "What happened? How is it related to Madam Shen San?"

Seeing this, Li Chaoyun recounted today's events, including Rong Jin's provocation and Su Qingyu's counterattack. He also recounted how, by coincidence, he had run into Young Master Qin III. He recounted everything in detail.

Princess Yongjia slammed her hand on the table in anger, "This idiot, can't she just focus on getting married? Why would she mess with Su Qingyu for no reason?"

"With her brain and tactics, she wants to cause trouble in front of Su Qingyu?"

Such a good marriage was ruined like this.

Princess Yongjia glanced at Li Chaoyun again, wanting to blame her for not stopping Rong Jin, but then she thought better of it. It had already happened, and there was no point in saying more.

Li Chaoyun also knew that she was careless in this matter, and asked cautiously: "Mother, what should we do now?"

"The Emperor favors Shen Zhixiu, so he's not so easy to get rid of. Unless he's collaborating with the enemy, treason, or plotting rebellion."

Chen Ping said, "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has asked me to tell His Royal Highness the Princess that he has been investigating Shen Zhixiu for a long time and has not come up empty-handed. There are two things that may be of use."

Afterwards, Chen Ping whispered what the prince had instructed him to do.

Princess Yongjia lowered her head and pondered for a moment, muttering, "Mr. Zhou, Miaojiang..."

Suddenly, an idea struck her, and she ordered Chen Ping, "Send someone to call that Zhang Tianshi."

Although Chen Ping didn't understand what Princess Yongjia meant, he did as she said.

The guard at the door received the order and went to the west wing of the outer courtyard.

When the guard knocked on the door, Zhang Tianshi had already lain down to sleep. He had eaten well and slept well at the Li family's house, and he no longer wanted to go out.

Hearing that Princess Yongjia wanted to see him, Zhang Tianshi quickly put on his clothes, wondering what she could be looking for at this time. Could it be the Ghost Festival, and was there going to be a ritual at the palace?

Wouldn't that mean you can make some more money?

He was calculating how much money he could make and didn't notice that there was someone following him.

As soon as Su Yuanzhou found Zhang Tianshi, Zhang Tianshi was called away, so he could only follow behind to see what was going on.

The main courtyard where Princess Yongjia lived was heavily guarded, and Su Yuanzhou had to exert some effort to hide under the window at the back.

Fortunately, the conversation had just begun, and Su Yuanzhou remained motionless, listening quietly. Even though his face was gloomy and veins bulged on his forehead, he resisted the urge to show any signs of anger.

About a quarter of an hour later, Zhang Tianshi left again. Princess Yongjia, Li Chaoyun, and Chen Ping continued to discuss. Su Yuanzhou's expression changed completely.

Princess Yongjia's plan is really well calculated.

After a while, Chen Ping left and went into the palace to deliver a message to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince.

Not long after Chen Ping left, Li Chaoyun also took his leave.

Su Yuanzhou did not dare to be careless at all. He did not leave quietly until he heard the sound of water and the maid's voice in the house.

When he was about to leave the house, he saw Li Chaoyun had not returned to his yard yet, but was sitting under the corridor by the waterside pavilion, thinking about something.

Su Yuanzhou was filled with anger and wanted to vent it but didn't dare to show it.

Danju, the maidservant beside Li Chaoyun, said, "Miss, the Ghost Festival is almost here. Let's go back first."

"What are you afraid of? This is our home, not a place we're walking on at night." Li Chaoyun said casually.

Danju didn't dare to say anything more, but looked around, obviously a little scared.

Su Yuanzhou suddenly had an idea. He quietly combed his hair and pulled it forward. After thinking about what he needed, he found a piece of white cloth and wrapped it around himself.

A moment later, Li Chaoyun, Danju and others saw a white figure floating by not far away, with long hair covering its face, and it passed by in a flash.

"Ah!" Li Chaoyun screamed, then covered his chest and asked Danju and the others, "Did you see it?"

Danju's teeth were chattering, "I see, Miss... let's go back."

Regardless of whether they saw it or not, several people stood up and walked back quickly, and as they walked, they turned into running.

Li Chaoyun held the amulet on his waist, chanted "Amitabha", and prayed for the blessings of gods and Buddhas, and finally returned to his house.

After entering, several people were still in a state of fear. Danju panted and said, "Let's let Zhang Tianshi perform a ritual. There won't be...any wronged spirits seeking revenge, right?"

Danju thought of Chen Zhao. It was said that the gates of hell opened wide during the Ghost Festival. Could it be that the eldest young master of the Shen family came to settle accounts with the princess?

Although Li Chaoyun was also afraid, he still scolded Danju, "Don't talk nonsense."

But she was thinking in her heart, it was useless for her to have Zhang Tianshi’s amulet, so what was the point of performing the ritual?

After pondering for a while, Li Chaoyun instructed Danju and Danqing, "Prepare some incense and candles as offerings, and copy a few scrolls of scriptures. I'm going to the Huguo Temple on the Ghost Festival."

She still believes in Master Ci'en more.

After making a scene, Su Yuanzhou did not return to Prince Ning's Mansion, but went directly to the Shen family.

When Su Yuanzhou arrived at the Shen family, Shen Zhixiu had not yet rested. After coaxing Su Qingyu to sleep, he returned to the study to handle official business.

But when Wen Zhu reported that His Royal Highness Prince Ning wanted to see him, Shen Zhixiu subconsciously checked the time. What could have happened? Why was he coming at this hour?

After Su Yuanzhou entered the study, he ordered Wen Zhu to guard outside and not allow anyone to approach. The two talked in the study for half an hour.

After Su Yuanzhou left, Shen Zhixiu did not go back to rest.

One secret letter after another was sent out from the Shen family.