Of course, Song's mother was just being polite. After listening to her, she had no choice but to give up.

"In that case, come back another day."

After Meng Youyu hummed in agreement, she quickly left, as if she didn't want to stay there any longer.

Now that Song's mother was already here, she didn't want to listen to her nagging.

After Meng Youyu left, Song's mother looked at Song Tangxue as if she had something to say.

At the same time, Song's father also came in, indicating that the couple had been prepared.

"I came here with your mother today because there are some things I need to make clear to you."

"Is it because of her miscarriage today?" Song Tangxue asked directly, as if she had expected it.

After asking the question, he added, "This matter has nothing to do with me; I didn't do it."

"The Emperor and Empress have already investigated and found out that it has nothing to do with you, so you don't need to be afraid." Song's mother quickly put on the role of a loving mother again.

She spoke very gently, as if she had even forgotten about the argument she had with Song Tangxue that morning.

Mr. Song was somewhat displeased, knowing that once a grandson of the emperor was born, their family's position would be even more secure.

They are, after all, the maternal grandparents of the imperial grandson. If Li Zhaoxian were to inherit the throne, they would undoubtedly benefit greatly.

But now that things have come to this, it's no use for Song's father to be unwilling, so he can only try to curry favor with Song Tangxue again.

“Your mother and I were afraid you would be frightened by what happened today, so we came to see you.”

Mr. Song concealed his dissatisfaction and continued speaking.

As soon as she finished speaking, Song Tangxue said seriously.

"As a doctor, I am naturally not afraid of these things. Besides, I am upright and honest, and I am not afraid of ghosts knocking on my door in the middle of the night."

Song Tangxue and they are back to how they were before, as if they can't understand each other no matter what they say.

Song's mother also saw this, but she was afraid that she was just putting on an act and that she was still angry inside.

Since they've already come to comfort us, it's best not to keep them around any longer.

"Then we can rest assured. Your father still has official business to attend to, so I'll go with him first."

After Song's mother gave a reply, Song Tangxue didn't say anything more this time, but instead lowered her head as if she were looking through a medical book.

Mr. Song was a man who strictly adhered to the rules and hated it when others did not.

He was a rigid person by nature, and seeing Song Tangxue's lack of manners, he wanted to say something to remind her.

But before she could even utter the words, Song's mother pulled Song's father away, stopping the fight.

"Why did you pull me out like that? This child has no sense of discipline whatsoever; he definitely needs to be taught a lesson!"

"She has suffered such a great thing today. Don't be fooled by her calm demeanor on the surface. She is probably still feeling lingering fear inside. If you provoke her anger again, we will inevitably have to argue again."

Song's mother patiently persuaded her, a stark contrast to her usual demeanor.

Upon hearing this, Song's father realized there was some truth to it, so he said nothing more.

After they left, Song Tangxue found Lianzhi.

Lian Zhi was extremely frightened today and finally had time to talk to Song Tangxue.

"Miss, it was really close today. You almost ended up in a place of no return!"

Lian Zhi was not joking at all; plotting to harm the imperial heir was a grave crime.

Song Tangxue knew this, of course, but now was not the time to talk about it.

"Go and find out exactly which scheming strategist is by her side."

After saying that, he felt it wasn't enough and wanted to dig deeper.

"Find out as much information as possible to see what their background is."

The way Xiaoyao came about was too strange, making Song Tangxue feel that something was wrong.

Lianzhi dared not delay her mistress's instructions and quickly nodded in agreement.

"Yes, I will arrange it in a moment. Don't think too much about it. Drink the calming soup and rest."

After saying that, Lianzhi turned around and looked around again, only to find that there was no one else there.

She then whispered, "The Prime Minister just sent word that there was a man in our courtyard at the time. I'm afraid that because you didn't prove your innocence, you'll be falsely accused because of this man's presence!"

This man was hiding in the shadows, and it was Song Tangli who arranged it.

It goes without saying what the other party is after.

Upon hearing this, Song Tangxue immediately understood what was going on.

"What a brilliant move! Luckily, we didn't fall for it."

She didn't show any fear because none of this had actually happened.

But since Song Tangli had given her such a generous gift, she couldn't just sit idly by.

"You can go now. I need to think about what kind of gift to give in return..."

Song Tangli, you're really great!

Lianzhi nodded, said nothing more, and quickly left.

At the same time, Xie Qianzhong was also summoned to the palace.

"I have summoned you here today because there is something I would like to discuss with you."

The emperor paced back and forth in front of his throne, as if pondering something, and had not yet made a decision.

Upon hearing this, Xie Qianzhong immediately replied.

"Your Majesty, please speak freely. Your subject will certainly do your best to help you resolve your troubles."

When he said these words, he appeared to be extremely concerned about matters of the court, but his heart was already filled with resentment...

I will make them pay for the national and personal grievances of the past one day!

The emperor was completely unaware that this loyal minister before him harbored such a grand plan.

After hearing the answer, he immediately said...

"The Right Chancellor is now old and may no longer be able to shoulder the great responsibility. The establishment of two Chancellors, Left and Right, was intended to allow you to supervise each other."

As the emperor spoke, he fiddled with the Buddhist prayer beads in his hand, as if he was still struggling with his decision.

But all of this is just an illusion. Who in the imperial family can truly fathom their intentions?

Xie Qianzhong listened quietly below, while the Emperor continued speaking.

"I think that since your two families are about to get married, we should combine the two positions and then confer the title of Marquis of a different surname upon Prime Minister Song."

The title of Marquis is prestigious, but above it are titles of nobility and the throne.

But the prime minister is a first-rank official, and there are no higher ranks.

"I'm afraid it will make the Marquis think that the Crown Princess's actions have implicated her maternal family."

Upon hearing this, Xie Qianzhong immediately understood what was going on and directly stated the Emperor's true intention.

Upon hearing this, the Emperor did not refute it, but rather frankly admitted it.

“A person who cannot even be protected by the Emperor should naturally be punished, but it is not appropriate to punish the Crown Princess at the moment.”

Since that's the case, then let's punish the maternal family to let them know my wrath.

That's what the emperor said on the surface, but he had other plans, though he didn't say them aloud.

How could Xie Qianzhong not know the Emperor's cunning plans?

But this time, they didn't point it out; instead, they wanted to save face for the emperor.

"I believe that you are now as close as family, so it would be best if you were to deliver this decree."