Juhong had never experienced anything like this before, and she was terrified.

The maids who had accompanied Madam Liang were caught off guard by this incident, and one by one, they jumped into the now-cold water.

Later, someone from the Third Prince's entourage leaped across the water and rescued Madam Liang.

Having survived this ordeal, Madam Liang saw the Third Prince striding towards her with a cold expression. She immediately knelt on the ground and explained in a panic, "Your Highness, my sister didn't mean to. I... I accidentally fell into the water."

The maids who had finally climbed up the stairs knelt on the ground, trembling, upon hearing these words.

They all knew that after Madam Liu left, the Third Prince's favorite was Madam Liang, and now that Madam Liang had become like this, punishment was inevitable.

They all hoped that the Third Prince would not be angry, and that he would not end up like those maids, one by one turned into corpses and thrown out.

While everyone waited, the Third Prince looked at Qiao Zhen, who gave off a feeling different from the information he had received before.

Seeing Qiao Zhen at this moment, she seemed to see a little wildcat.

Scratching its little paws, it could scratch someone's face at any moment.

This is also what the Third Prince discovered after spending time with this woman. She was different from the women he had met before, giving him a fresh feeling.

"how do you say?"

"She implied that I pushed her down."

"oh?"

"How about we demonstrate what just happened in front of the Third Prince?"

Madam Liang was delighted to hear this.

This is exactly the result she wanted.

Finally, as if by some strange twist of fate, Madam Liang actually reenacted what had just happened.

As soon as Madam Liang stood still, thinking it was just for show, Qiao Zhen suddenly pushed Madam Liang down with both hands.

With a loud bang, everyone around was startled.

Madam Liang couldn't believe that Qiao Zhen would actually dare to push her down in front of the Third Prince.

Ju Hong was so frightened that she knelt on the ground, feeling that the young lady had really gone mad.

How could you do such a thing in front of the Third Prince?

Qiao Zhen did indeed look at the Third Prince, "Your Highness, you saw it all, that's how it was pushed down."

Qiao Zhen remained composed and natural, seemingly unaware that she had been caught red-handed; on the contrary, she appeared to think that it was all normal.

It seemed she was recounting what had just happened, and also to prove that what Madam Liang had said was true.

The Third Prince stared intently at Qiao Zhen; she was very different.

Despite being clearly weak, he felt different at this moment.

It seems that she doesn't need protection at all, as she can protect herself very well, and she seems to disdain the tricks women use to win favor.

Such a woman was very special to the Third Prince.

It's so captivating that you can't take your eyes off it.

Madam Liang, kneeling on the ground soaking wet, looked rather pitiful.

The first time, she did it on purpose, just to let the Third Prince see Qiao Zhen's jealous side. Who would have thought that she would fall into the water a second time.

He nearly lost his life the second time he fell into the water.

She finally made it ashore again and was about to cry to the Third Prince, taking the opportunity to show her vulnerable side. However, the Third Prince didn't even glance at her.

Unwilling to let the Third Prince's attention be drawn to Qiao Zhen, she quickly coughed a few times. Seeing that it had no effect, she knelt on the ground and kowtowed, "Your Highness, please forgive the Princess Consort! It was all my fault for being ignorant and making the Princess Consort angry, that's why... that's why..."

Qiao Zhen sneered inwardly. Did she really think she could fool the Third Prince, who was currently at the height of his power, with such a trick? Did this woman think the Third Prince's brain was made of tofu?

A cold smile played on his lips, but it was written all over his face. "Your Highness, you heard everything."

The Third Prince kept staring at Qiao Zhen, trying to read something from her face, but unfortunately, she seemed completely innocent and hadn't done anything wrong.

"Someone, take Madam Liang back to rest."

As soon as the Third Prince finished speaking, someone stepped forward and took Madam Liang away without any politeness.

Sometimes you don't need to spell things out too clearly; just a few words are enough for others to understand.

Madam Liang was dumbfounded. She was unwilling to be taken away like this. She had finally made it through the days when Madam Liu had left, and she was about to see the light of day. How could she let a concubine's daughter who had just married into the family steal her glory?

"Your Highness, Your Highness, I know I was wrong, please..."

"Wait a minute—" Qiao Zhen looked at Madam Liang and said, taking a few steps to stand in front of Madam Liang.

Madam Liang thought she had a chance and inwardly mocked Qiao Zhen for being too young and unaware of the power struggles within the mansion.

Qiao Zhen turned to the Third Prince and bowed, "Your Highness, the imperial physician said that I have been poisoned. I wonder if Your Highness should investigate this matter?"

Madam Liang's face immediately turned pale, and her body began to tremble. She tried hard to control herself so that it wouldn't be too obvious.

The Third Prince stared at Qiao Zhen; he truly couldn't see through this woman.

He originally thought that marrying this woman would be an asset to him. Even if he couldn't truly win her over, it would at least give people the illusion that the Seventh Prince wouldn't trust Qiao Yuchen as much.

It was supposed to be a good thing, but now that I see this woman, I just can't figure her out.

Following her gaze, he looked at Madam Liang and said, "Investigate."

Qiao Zhen bowed again, "Your Highness, I thank you." After saying this, she did not allow the Third Prince to speak, stood up, glanced at Madam Liang, and quickly left.

Juhong was dumbfounded, unsure whether she should stay or leave.

She could clearly sense that the young lady was different from before in the General's Mansion. Now, seeing that the Third Prince had no reaction, she could only kneel tremblingly on the ground.

Mrs. Liang was dumbfounded.

What's going on?

Qiao Zhen is too arrogant. As a princess consort, it's understandable that she would show off to these concubines, but given her status here, what is she doing now?

Qiao Zhen's treatment of the Third Prince was utterly suicidal.

Just as Madam Liang was waiting for someone to suffer, the Third Prince left without saying a word. She was dragged away, not to her own courtyard, but locked in the woodshed at the back.

Madam Liang couldn't understand what was going on. Why was she the one who was injured and wronged, yet she suffered such a change?

After seeing the Third Prince leave, Juhong scrambled back to the West Garden.

Seeing the young lady reading on the soft couch, she could no longer remain calm. At this moment, Juhong dared not speak again and could only stand obediently to the side.

This scene continued until evening.

Qiao Zhen was served dinner by Ju Hong.

The meal in front of him was very plentiful, a treatment he had never received at the General's Mansion.

She had little appetite.

Even the best things are not as important as the mood you're in.

The events of noon seemed to be still fresh in her mind. She couldn't see through the Third Prince's intentions. She couldn't deny that the person the Third Prince married wasn't the real her, but someone he coveted for the military power of the General's Mansion.