Concubine Ying was completely stunned. Her son had always been very filial, so why was he so manic today?

"Are you blaming Mother for being short-sighted?"

"I'm just telling the truth. I'm very grateful for everything you've done for me. Without you, I wouldn't be who I am today. But, mother, your insight isn't exceptional. I've been patient and yielding in many things, out of filial piety."

As the second prince spoke, his eyes turned red and he felt a little sad.

My mother had been in obscurity for two years in the palace, but once she was favored, she soared to the top. Unfortunately, she had been in heaven for too long, and she had become somewhat out of touch with the world. She had probably long forgotten that she was just an ordinary woman and that it was not her place to interfere in the affairs of the court.

"But..."

"Alright, mother, you're already forty-four and have grandchildren. It's time for you to enjoy your grandchildren. Just enjoy yourself and leave the rest to your son."

The Second Prince finished speaking and walked out of the main hall. Without the incense burner's lid, the incense ash floated out directly, filling the entire hall, choking Concubine Ying and causing her to cough and cry.

"My prince, my prince has grown up." Concubine Ying kept mumbling to herself, then smiled for a while: "But no matter how big my prince is, he is still my child. How can I not worry about him?"

The dispute between Concubine Ying and the Second Prince was heard clearly by the senior palace maid at the door. As Concubine Ying's confidant, the Zhaode Hall now had no secrets for her, but it was all secrets.

Sure enough, not long after the queen stopped crying, she called him into the hall.

Another day passed, and Xu Yixing had just gotten up when he felt around and found Lu Anyuan was gone. It seemed he had gone to court. But as soon as he opened the bed curtain, he saw Ying Jiu standing in the hall, with some dirt-like marks on his body.

"What happened?"

"Master, the South Gate Courtyard was attacked by an unknown killer last night."

Xu Yixing was delighted, but then became worried: "Are there any casualties?"

"Shadow Two, Shadow Three, Shadow Seven, and Shadow Eight were all injured, but no one died."

Xu Yixing was furious, his brows furrowed. "How many people are here?"

"Also four, I took three, but..."

The second half of the sentence must be that they are all dead, but why did they only take down three? "Who is the other one?"

"Another one had Kagehachi break his limbs and jaw, so he couldn't commit suicide. But he was too violent, and he was only breathing his last, so he couldn't be questioned."

Xu Yixing sighed. Four to four. It seemed the men the Second Prince had sent this time were both experts and warriors. How many more of these men did he have? If there were another such attack, the four already wounded brothers would surely not be able to withstand it.

"Thank you for your hard work. A message to everyone: Those who are injured should withdraw and rest, and replace them with uninjured people. Also, check the portraits of these four people to see if you can find them."

"yes."

The Second Prince really couldn't hold back and took action, and judging from the specifications of the people he sent out this time, they were determined to ensure the death of Wu Xueyan.

"Forget it, there's no need to send anyone to secretly protect her. Just tell Wu Xueyan to go to Jingzhao Prefecture and complain."

"yes."

Xu Yixing was afraid. He was afraid that his men would be killed in these assassination attempts, and he was even more worried about whether Wu Xueyan could withstand the next possible assassination attempt. Now that the goal had been achieved, it was best to move forward as quickly as possible.

"Siqin, Sihua! Pack up your things, I want to go home!"

Of course I have to inform my father when I go home. I estimate that Wu Xueyan will arrive at Jingzhao Prefecture at noon today. Poor Chen Yue, he has been in office for four years, and still has to live in this complicated power struggle every day. It's really hard.

However, Xu Yixing also knew that he must have been worrying too much. For someone like Lord Shen, if there were no storms in a day, he would probably find it boring.

After returning to the Xu Mansion, Xu Yixing waited for a long time before his father finally arrived.

"Yan'er, why are you free to come back today? Does the Seventh Prince have something to tell you?"

Huh? That's really weird. When your own daughter comes home, you don't ask me what's wrong, but instead ask if your son-in-law is okay. Who is your child, anyway?

"It's not him, it's our family's business."

"Did your brother write to you?"

Xu Yixing was stunned again and really wanted to turn around and leave.

"Not really. Do you remember Wu Xueyan? She's back and is on her way to Jingzhao Prefecture, planning to sue the Second Prince for murder."

"Why Jingzhao Prefecture?" The old man was not curious at all about how Wu Xueyan came back. In his mind, it could only be that his son-in-law helped his family find her.

Jingzhao Prefecture is indeed a good place to appeal for justice, but the person you want to sue is a prince. Jingzhao Prefecture has no right to intervene alone in cases of rank three and above, let alone the royal family.

"I heard that Lord Shen is the Second Prince's man. I also want to know if anything will happen to Wu Xueyan after she is sent to the Jingzhao Prefecture prison."

Yes, this was also a plan, which he had discussed with Lu Anyuan long ago. Firstly, no government office in the capital would dare to accept Wu Xueyan's petition rashly, so she could only try her luck with Shen Yue.

Secondly, it was rumored that Chen Yue was the Second Prince's man. According to Daxia's rules, citizens who accuse officials are first charged with a crime, and if the allegations are proven to be true, they will be acquitted. If Wu Xueyan went to appeal, she would definitely be taken to the Jingzhao Prefecture prison first. If anything happened to her, it would be hard not to suspect the Second Prince.

Old Man Xu thought about it for a while, then shook his head: "I've never heard that Chen Yue is the Second Prince's man, and he's too low-ranking. This case will definitely be tried by the Ministry of Justice, and maybe he'll be moved to the Heavenly Prison at that time."

"Dad, don't worry about these things. I came back to tell you that Wu Xueyan will also explain the matter of the token that was held hostage by the Second Prince. When the emperor asks about it, you must remain calm!"

Old Man Xu held onto his chair and laughed heartily: "Yan'er, why are you still lecturing me? Don't worry, we'll definitely behave well this time and give him a beating!"

Inside the palace, Zhaode Hall was unusually quiet today. Everyone knew that the Second Prince and the Empress had had a conflict, so everyone was very cautious.

The second prince came back from court, washed his face hurriedly, and was about to go to the study to discuss matters. But today was different. His mother was standing at the door of his palace with a melancholy look on her face.

The second prince was still hesitating whether to greet his mother, but now he had no choice.

"Greetings to Mother. I have to go to the study to discuss matters now, so I'm afraid I can't delay any longer."

Ying Fei leaned forward and said, "It won't take you long."

"Okay, let's talk inside, mother." The second prince stepped aside to let Concubine Ying in, but he saw that none of her maids came in, so they must have something to say.

"Mother, I heard from Lord Xing at the court this morning that my uncle's life is safe and his rank should be demoted. I have secretly asked someone to transfer my uncle back to us."