Just as Jiang Yinjin was considering whether to go to the main courtyard or Mingyue Courtyard to inquire about the situation, Chuxue suddenly returned and delivered a letter.
It was a letter sent by Jiang Shenyan.
Jiang Yinjin hurriedly opened the letter and read what had happened—the young master Bai had been poisoned! Who poisoned him and why were they poisoned him? No one knew. It was only said that the government was investigating.
Jiang Shenyan guessed that it might be because the news of Bai Shizi obtaining the Three Excellences had spread, and the other powerful young masters held a grudge, so they poisoned him.
After putting down the letter, Jiang Yinjin went to the window, looked at the deep night, and sighed, "Plans are always subject to change. Why does every plan have to encounter some unexpected events? Is it just bad luck? Bai Qingzhou must not die."
Jiang Yinjin didn't want Bai Shizi to die, not because of any nostalgia, but because she was afraid that her plan would not be able to be implemented.
She suddenly remembered a question—if the Prince of Jin rebelled, then why did he rebel?
In her previous life, she was a typical housewife in the Marquis of Anning's mansion, and she didn't care much about what was happening outside.
She would listen to what was happening in the outside world, but she had no interest in investigating it. So she only knew that Prince Jin had rebelled, but she didn't know why he had rebelled.
She truly regretted it!
She deeply realized that women should not be confined to the inner quarters of the house, so passive. Therefore, in this life, she could not live in such a daze; she had to open her eyes wide and see clearly what was really happening in the world.
So... what exactly caused Prince Jin to rebel?
...
Marquis Anning did indeed ask the Emperor for leave. The Emperor was shocked to hear that the Crown Prince had been poisoned and said he would order someone to investigate. However, after learning that Princess Ruian had intervened, the Emperor gave up the idea.
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
For the past three days, Marquis Anning has been staying at Qingfeng Courtyard, taking care of his son without taking off his clothes.
Chen Mianmian was in great distress, wanting to visit Fengchu but not being allowed to, and could only get news from Guanshui.
For example, today the Crown Prince took his medicine on time. The Crown Prince woke up. The Crown Prince spoke. The Crown Prince asked his mother if she knew anything about the situation. The Crown Prince asked his aunt if she was worried. The Crown Prince also said that he thanked his father, and that he didn't want his mother to know and worry, nor did he want Mianmian to be worried when she saw his sickly appearance.
Shen Mianmian felt sorry for Fengchu and secretly cursed him dozens of times.
Fortunately, as the doctor said, after taking the medicine, the prince regained consciousness and was not affected in either his mind or body. However, he was weak and needed to stay in bed for about a month to recover.
In the past few days, Shen Mianmian has been using all her tricks to coax the madam to stay in the main courtyard and not go out.
When all else failed, he ended up helping his wife make clothes for their future baby.
The lady handled it with ease, but it was a hardship for Chenmianmian.
Before transmigrating into the book, Chen Mianmian was someone who would go to a sewing shop to hem her trousers. Now, she's making clothes, and her fingers have been pricked by needles many times.
finally,
Princess Rui'an's Shadow Guards have uncovered the truth: the person who poisoned her was from the Northern Liao!
The Northern Liao Kingdom was located north of the Southern Chu Kingdom. The two countries shared a border and had been in constant conflict since ancient times.
If the Northern Liao becomes strong, it will invade the Southern Chu; if the Southern Chu becomes strong, it will attack the Northern Liao. They are mortal enemies for generations.
The largest military stronghold between the Northern Liao and Southern Chu was Beixia City.
Centered on Beixia City, the surrounding area is collectively known as Beixia, which is the fiefdom of the King of Jin.
In other words, the Northern Liao people originally intended to poison Prince Jin, but because Prince Bai looked so much like Prince Jin, they mistakenly poisoned Prince Bai instead.
afternoon.
Prince Jin brought lavish gifts and paid a visit to apologize.
Marquis Anning could not refuse, so he invited Prince Jin to Qingfeng Courtyard.
Inside the room.
Bai Qingzhou was still frail, leaning against the cushions, reading a book. Hearing that Prince Jin had arrived, he frowned unhappily and said to Guan Shui, "Just say I'm unwell and won't see any guests. Also, tell Prince Jin that he doesn't need to feel apologetic. The mistake of administering the poison was due to a traitor from Northern Liao, and it was just my bad luck. It has nothing to do with him."
Guan Shui hesitated, "This...isn't this a bit inappropriate? After all, Prince Jin is a prince."
Bai Qingzhou raised her eyes, gave Guan Shui a cold look, then threw the book on the ground, pulled up the blanket, and lay down.
Helpless, Guan Shui could only leave the room and subtly convey the message to the Marquis and Prince Jin, who were in the hall.
Marquis Anning rose and apologized, "I'm sorry, Your Highness, Qingzhou is unwell and unable to receive guests. I understand your meaning, but please don't take it to heart. Please return home first."
They directly and tactfully gave them the order to leave.
Guan Shui was silently moved, because he knew that the Marquis was completely on the side of the Heir Apparent.
Even if the crown prince is willful and disobedient.
How could the Prince of Jin not see it?
He frowned and pondered for a moment, then said in a deep voice, "I know the young master's anger and the marquis's thoughts, but I really can't get over it. How about this, I'll go back first today, and in a couple of days, when the young master is feeling better and in a better mood, I'll come back to apologize."
"This..." Marquis Anning hesitated, "Why is Your Highness doing this? This matter has nothing to do with Your Highness, and Your Highness does not need to apologize."
Prince Jin smiled and shook his head, "I'm not apologizing for this matter. I'll be returning now."
"This humble general sees Your Highness off."
"No need, Your Excellency, please wait."
Even so, Marquis Anning still escorted Prince Jin out of Qingfeng Courtyard, walking quite a distance before turning back.
Upon returning, Marquis Anning asked Guanshui, "Tell me, just now Prince Jin said he apologized not only for this matter, but also for what else?"
“Ah, this…” Guan Shui hesitated, unsure how to answer.
Marquis Anning threatened, "Speak quickly."
Guan Shui had no choice but to recount the meeting between the Crown Prince and Prince Jin at the Princess's residence.
Upon hearing this, Marquis Anning exclaimed in surprise, "So, just because Prince Jin glanced at Lady Shen a few more times, Qingzhou harbors such great hostility?"
Guan Shui muttered softly, "It's not that I glanced at her a few more times, but the way Prince Jin looked at her... Your Excellency can imagine, if someone of higher rank than you looked at the lady with a look of amazement and longing, that's pretty much what it meant."
Guan Shui didn't know if the Marquis would understand his example.
If anyone stares at Xiang Ning like that, he'll definitely fight them to the death.
Marquis Anning considered the thought of someone coveting his wife, and his anger instantly flared. It was only because he couldn't afford to offend Prince Jin that he felt anger rising; if it were just an ordinary official, he would have personally thrown that person out.
Afterwards, Marquis Anning returned to his room.
Arriving at the bedside, they saw the prince lying on the bed, his back to the outside.
Marquis Anning said, "Prince Jin has already left. I will issue an order shortly that no one may allow Prince Jin to enter Qingfeng Courtyard without your permission."
Bai Qingzhou was taken aback.
He thought that by disrespecting Prince Jin, his father would think he lacked common sense and manners, but he never expected his father to actually…
He turned around in confusion and looked at his father's face, only to see that his expression was serious and he didn't seem to be joking.
Of course, in his memory, his father never joked.
Guan Shui hurriedly stepped forward, helped the prince up, and placed a soft cushion behind him.
Knowing what his son was wondering, Marquis Anning coughed awkwardly and said in a deep voice, "What kind of man is a man if he can't even protect a woman? I don't believe that Prince Jin would dare to come and snatch her. If he dares to covet our Marquis's family, I will let him know that our Marquis Anning family is not easy to bully."
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