Chapter 567 Jun Moxu's Despair
He knew very well that he was now the target of public criticism, but the resentment and anger in his heart were like wildfire, difficult to quell.
"Why? I'm clearly the emperor's favorite son, so why have I ended up like this?"
Prince Jun Moxu sat in the dim study, his eyes sometimes empty, sometimes flashing with unwillingness and anger, as if he wanted to tear apart the endless darkness.
"Cang Hong, tell me, what did I do wrong? Why did it become like this?"
Cang Hong could only comfort her after hearing this.
"Your Highness, please don't worry. The Empress and the Hua family are already trying to find a solution for you. With the Empress around, things will eventually turn around."
Jun Moxu spoke in despair after hearing this.
"A turning point?"
Then he let out a crazy laugh.
"Hahaha, a turning point? Father has already believed Jun Moyong's words, how can there be a turning point? The imperial decree to depose the crown prince has not yet come down, it's only because Father is concerned about the Queen Mother."
Cang Hong naturally knew the severity of the current situation, but he could only say positive things in front of the prince.
"Your Highness, the Queen will never give up on you. Your Highness, you must cheer up."
Jun Moxu picked up the wine jar on the table and poured the wine directly into his mouth.
"There's no chance. I know all the evidence very well. Perhaps I'm really wrong. Father has always trusted me and cultivated me, but in order to gain the support of so many people, I have to promise them benefits..."
He looked at the empty wine jar.
"Cang Hong, bring me some wine."
Cang Hong spoke helplessly after hearing this.
"You can't drink anymore. The imperial physician said that your body can't drink alcohol. This disease has been under control with great difficulty. If you drink..."
Upon hearing this, Jun Moxu raised his hand and threw the empty wine jar away.
"Bring me some wine... My father has already abandoned me, what else do I need this body for... Go get it..."
Seeing this, Cang Hong glanced at the fragments on the ground and spoke cautiously.
"Your Highness, the Prince's Mansion is under surveillance by the Dali Temple. No one is allowed to enter or leave. You can no longer buy good wine. Your Highness has already drunk all the good wine stored in the Prince's Mansion these days!"
Upon hearing this, Jun Moxu kicked the table.
"I can't buy wine anymore? I'm the crown prince, and now I can't even drink..."
Seeing this, Cang Hong was extremely anxious, but he didn't dare to be negligent at all. He quickly knelt on the ground, with a hint of sob in his voice.
"Your Highness, please calm down. What we need right now is calmness and planning, not drowning our sorrows in alcohol. The Empress and the Hua family are running around looking for evidence that can prove your innocence. As long as there is a glimmer of hope, we cannot give up."
Jun Moxu looked at Cang Hong, who was kneeling on the ground. His eyes, once sharp as an eagle's, were now bloodshot, and he looked extremely tired and helpless. He slowly stood up and stumbled a few steps, as if even standing steady was a luxury.
"Calm down? Make plans? What do I have to lose now? My father's trust, the support of the ministers, and even... the position of crown prince are all shaky. How can I remain calm and make plans?" His voice was low and hoarse, and every word seemed to be squeezed out from his chest.
Cang Hong raised his head and looked at Jun Moxu with a firm gaze.
"Your Highness, you still have yourself, and we still have those of you who have always followed you. As long as you don't give up, there is still hope. With the Queen's wisdom, the power of the Hua family, and your own talent and prestige, we will surely uncover the truth and clear your name."
Hearing the word "innocent", Jun Moxu became even more desperate, staring at the roof with empty eyes.
“Innocence…hahahaha…what innocence…”
Jing'an Palace in the imperial palace.
Ning Shuang was smiling as she took out an embroidered bellyband for a child and a set of small clothes.
"Empress Defei, Concubine Liang, the Empress Dowager was so happy to hear that Concubine Liang was pregnant that she asked me to come and see her. I don't have anything good to show you. This bellyband and small clothes were embroidered by me using the silk and cotton awarded by the Empress Dowager. I hope you don't mind."
Upon hearing this, Concubine Liang hurriedly smiled and spoke.
"It's something embroidered by the princess herself, isn't it a fine piece? How could I possibly dislike it?"
Then he took the bellyband and small clothes and spoke to Concubine De.
"Look, madam, this princess's needlework is even better than mine."
Seeing this, Concubine De also took it and took a look.
"Oh, my goodness! You've made this little tiger come alive with every stitch. The princess is truly amazing."
Listening to the two people's praise, Ning Shuang also smiled.
"Thank you both ladies for your praise."
Then he took the box that Mo'er handed to him, put it on the table and opened it.
"Lady Liang, the Queen Mother is very concerned about the child in your belly. This is the Ruyi Lock that the Queen Mother gave to the child."
Upon seeing this, Concubine Liang exchanged a glance with Concubine De, who quickly spoke with a smile.
"Oh, this lock is really tight, worthy of being a gift from the Empress Dowager. It's really good. Lady Liang, you must take good care of your pregnancy. This is also a way to thank the Empress Dowager for giving you the Ruyi Lock."
Upon hearing this, Lady Liang smiled and spoke.
"That's what Empress Defei reminded me of."
Then he looked at Ning Shuang.
"Princess, please thank the Queen Mother for me. I've been feeling a little tired these past two days. When I feel better, I'll go pay my respects to the Queen Mother and personally thank her."
They chatted about family matters for a while before Ning Shuang stood up to say goodbye.
Returned to the side hall of Changshou Hall.
Mo'er then spoke.
"My Lady, I've learned that Concubine Liang would walk around the Imperial Garden after lunch every day, with Concubine De by her side. After dinner, she would mostly stay in Jing'an Palace, and sometimes she would go out for a walk, but Concubine De would always stay by her side."
Ning Shuang spoke thoughtfully after hearing this.
"Is Consort De so nervous? This must be something very complicated."
Mo'er spoke in confusion after hearing this.
"Princess, are you suspicious of something?"
Ning Shuang murmured when she heard this.
"The point is not that I suspect anything, but the master's order. The master asked me to stay close to Concubine De and Concubine Liang, and to help them when necessary. There must be a deep meaning in this. Let's wait for now."
At this time, it was Defei's Jing'an Palace.
Liang Cairen spoke with some uneasiness.
"Aunt, now even the Queen Mother has begun to pay attention to this child. If the truth is revealed..."
Upon hearing this, Concubine De immediately spoke with a stern look in her eyes.
"Ruxia, be careful with your words!"
Then he glanced at Nanny He beside him.
"Send someone to check if the bird's nest stewed for Concubine Liang is ready. Then wait outside. I have a few words of comfort to say to Concubine Liang."
Upon hearing this, Nanny He bowed respectfully and retreated.
Concubine De waited until Nanny He closed the door before looking at Concubine Liang.
"Why are you always so impatient? Didn't I tell you that I'll take care of everything? Why are you so anxious?"
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