His heart skipped a beat, and he immediately knelt down, kowtowing and begging for forgiveness: "Father, please forgive me, I had no such intention! My actions were truly for your safety!"

The emperor, whose face was originally grim, hesitated for a moment after hearing Gu Junze's words, then said in a low and authoritative tone, "Oh? Go on."

Gu Junze raised his head, a hint of ruthlessness flashing in his eyes, but he feigned loyalty and said, "I have heard that Shen Jintang is not a cousin of the Grand Tutor's family, but... a remnant of the traitorous Xie family!"

Remnants of the Xie family?

These words were like a thunderclap from a clear sky, causing the entire Golden Palace to tremble.

Shen Jintang's face remained calm, but her heartbeat quickened instantly.

She had arranged everything perfectly, so how did Gu Junze find out?

Or is this just a trap he set to force her to reveal a weakness?

But no matter what, she couldn't afford to lose her composure at this moment.

"I am innocent! I beg Your Majesty to investigate!"

Shen Jintang clasped his hands on the ground and bowed deeply, his voice clear and firm.

"Does Your Highness have any evidence to support your claim?"

The emperor's voice was deep and authoritative, his brows furrowed.

The Xie family's treason was the most troubling shadow he had faced in recent years, and it even aggravated his illness.

The Xie family was initially recommended by the eldest princess, and to avoid suspicion, the case of the Xie family was handed over to the crown prince.

If there were any who slipped through the net, the Crown Prince would naturally be the first to notice.

“Of course, I have witnesses.”

Gu Junze smiled slightly, his tone carrying a hint of certainty.

He clapped his hands lightly, and a moment later, hurried footsteps came from outside the hall, and three people filed in.