Chapter 51 Blame her, the knife is too fast
When these words were spoken, all the concubines had different expressions.
Some people feel regret, some feel sympathy, and some feel happy over the misfortune.
At this time, Concubine Li's personal maid Qiaohui jumped out and pointed at Concubine Fang, "It's her! She deliberately bumped into the queen and caused her to have a miscarriage!"
Fang Guiren's face froze, and she quickly knelt down to explain to Murong Che, "Your Majesty, I didn't do that! It was Concubine Li who bumped into me..."
Murong Che lowered his eyes and glared at her coldly.
When Fang Guiren met his gloomy gaze, his heart ached and he knew that he was finished.
She was just hit, but Concubine Li lost the baby in her belly.
Even if she told the truth, the emperor would not let her off.
As expected, the next moment she heard Murong Che speak in a stern voice, "Wang Defa, pass on my decree. Mr. Fang has offended Concubine Li and refuses to repent. He will be banished to the cold palace from today!"
"Your Majesty! I have something to report!"
As soon as the man finished speaking, Xue Qingyao suddenly spoke, breaking the cold atmosphere in the hall.
Murong Che narrowed his eyes slightly, "What's the matter?"
Xue Qingyao knelt down and presented a booklet, "Your Majesty, my period has been irregular recently, so I went to the Jingfang to ask the female official to check the menstrual records. I accidentally saw that Concubine Li's period last month ended on April 20th. Today is May 19th, and Concubine Li's period has not yet ended. I am curious how she can be pregnant for more than a month?"
Hearing this, everyone was shocked and turned their eyes to Xue Qingyao.
The menstrual periods of the concubines in the harem were recorded and managed by the female officials of the Jingshifang in order to arrange their sleeping arrangements.
Just now, Xue Qingyao went to Yu Garden late and missed the trip. After she heard that Concubine Li was carried back to Yongchun Palace, she went to Jingshifang first and got the book that recorded the menstrual periods of the concubines in the harem.
At this moment, the concubines looked at the record book in her hand, and their expressions became subtle.
If what Xue Qingyao said was true, then wouldn't Concubine Li be suspected of faking her pregnancy?
Concubine Li, who was lying on the bed, did not expect Xue Qingyao to go to the Jingshifang first. The look in her eyes changed several times, but her face still maintained a weak and sad expression.
Today, she happened to run into Mr. Fang while taking a walk in the Yu Garden. She also happened to have a blood bag on her body, so she thought it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and rushed forward.
It was her fault. She cut the man too quickly and didn't give Doctor Zhang enough time to make false records.
However, the emperor is wise and brave, and he must have a way to deal with Xue Qingyao. She cannot panic at this time.
Doctor Zhang, who was standing nearby, felt a chill in his heart after hearing Xue Qingyao's question.
It’s over!
In fact, the Emperor mentioned the matter of the menstrual booklet last night.
But it was already late at night when he left Yongchun Temple. He was so sleepy that he could hardly sleep, so he went back to rest.
I had intended to wait until I had finished my work at the Imperial Hospital today, and then quietly go and revise the menstrual booklet.
Who would have thought that the miscarriage would come so quickly, catching him off guard.
There was no point in making excuses at this point; this was clearly an oversight on his part.
If Concubine Li’s fake pregnancy is exposed, he will definitely be blamed!
However, he was working for the emperor, so even if he was imprisoned, he believed that the emperor would release him.
Murong Che met Xue Qingyao's inquiring gaze with a stern expression.
He just tightened his hands behind his back imperceptibly.
When Xue Qingyao had irregular menstruation, she didn't go find a doctor but went to the Jingshifang to look through the menstrual book?
Everyone present was a smart person and knew that this was just Xue Qingyao's words.
In this game, Xue Qingyao clearly wanted to protect Concubine Fang and drag Concubine Li into the water by pretending to be pregnant.
Although the current situation is unfavorable to Concubine Li, it is not impossible to reverse.
Unlike menstrual records, spoken words cannot be traced to details.
Thinking of this, Murong Che spoke slowly, "Who told you that Concubine Li has been pregnant for more than a month? Doctor Zhang, tell me, how long has Concubine Li been pregnant?"
When Doctor Zhang heard the man's question, he immediately understood what he meant. "Your Majesty, Concubine Li is still pregnant for less than a month. I told you clearly when I examined her last night! From whom did Noble Xue hear that Concubine Li has been pregnant for more than a month? Please invite that person over. I want to confront this rumormonger face to face!"
Your Majesty is worthy of being the Emperor, he is so wise!
He said that Concubine Li was less than a month pregnant, which was definitely not enough.
Anyway, when he confirmed Li Niang's pregnancy last night, the only person present besides the three of them was Concubine Li's personal maid.
It is not surprising that there are time errors when this kind of news is passed from person to person.
Therefore, as long as he could prove that Concubine Li was less than a month pregnant, everything would be fine.
Xue Qingyao's face changed immediately when she heard Doctor Zhang's answer. "Didn't they say that Concubine Li was pregnant for more than a month? How come she's not pregnant yet?"
"What do you mean, Mr. Xue?"
Doctor Zhang raised his chin and straightened his back. "Do you think my diagnosis is wrong?"
As soon as Doctor Zhang finished speaking, one of the concubines asked Xue Qingyao, "Lady Xue, Doctor Zhang has been in the Imperial Hospital for more than ten years. The late emperor praised him as a master of medicine. What do you want to prove by suddenly bringing a menstrual record book to me?"
The conversation ended there, and others also heard the hidden meaning.
"Yes, Concubine Li is favored, and it is only a matter of time before she gets pregnant. Why would she lie? It was Mr. Fang who deliberately bumped into Concubine Li. He is really vicious!"
Lady Tan glanced at Xue Qingyao and stood up to defend her. "Noble Xue also believed the rumors and came to confirm the true time of pregnancy with Concubine Li. This just shows that Noble Xue cares a lot about the heir to the throne. I think it's not a bad thing for me to be more cautious."
Xue Qingyao came back to her senses and quickly kowtowed to Murong Che to admit her fault, "Your Majesty, I have no other intentions. I am just concerned about the health of Concubine Li! If my words have offended you, please forgive me!"
Murong Che said coldly, "Mr. Xue believed the rumors and became suspicious of the concubines, so she was demoted to a beauty! She is punished by copying the palace rules a hundred times and being confined to reflect on her actions!"
This kind of treatment was considered light compared to the punishment that Fang Guiren received, who was banished to the cold palace.
But was it true that she had guessed wrong about Concubine Li being pregnant?
Murong Che looked at the concubines who came to join in the fun. There were so many women, and he felt upset and still very uncomfortable.
He waved his hand impatiently, "Wang Defa, drag Concubine Fang away. If anyone else is still here to disturb Concubine Li's rest, they will all be sent to the cold palace to keep Concubine Fang company!"
The concubines dared not stay any longer and left immediately.
After everyone left, Murong Che did not stay long. He told everyone to take good care of Concubine Li and then drove back to the palace.
On the way back, his legs involuntarily moved towards Lingyun Palace.
Thinking of Xue Youli's assassination in the cold palace, his eyes couldn't help but darken.
It seems that he has to hurry up and get her out of the cold palace. After all, his misogyny has only been cured halfway and he can't give up halfway.
cold palace.
Xue Youli was teaching Banxia boxing and kicking kung fu when he heard a woman crying outside. He couldn't help but walk out of the courtyard, "Xiao Zhongzi, why is there so much noise up ahead?"
"My lady, it was Concubine Fang who caused Concubine Li to have a miscarriage, and the Emperor has banished her to the cold palace."
After Xiao Zhongzi finished speaking, he thought for a moment and then comforted Xue Youli, "My beauty, your situation is different from hers. You can rest assured to stay in the cold palace. The emperor will take you out sooner or later."
Xue Youli looked into the process of Concubine Li's pregnancy and miscarriage, and she began to admire Murong Che.
This was done neatly and quickly. Xue Qingyao wanted to kill her completely, so she secretly complained to Murong Che and had Fang Guiren sent to the cold palace.
By the way, Xue Qingyao was demoted a level.
She wins this round!
This little loyal boy was sweet to talk to and did things well. Xue Youli liked him more and more. "How about I take you out with me when I get out of the cold palace?"