"Hmph, caught red-handed, with Xu Liang as a witness, how could it be false?"
The emperor was also taken aback, and he was so angry that he almost fainted.
He allowed his two brothers to fight, and he would turn a blind eye to their rivalry, even assassination attempts.
But one cannot betray one's country! This is a matter of principle, and also a matter of one's character.
In terms of the difficulties they faced, Zhen'er's were far more challenging than Fu'er's.
But no matter what the circumstances, Ouyang Zhen never committed treason.
"Your Majesty, I don't believe it! Our son would never do such a thing!"
"A frame-up! This is absolutely a deliberate frame-up!"
“Our sons were all crown princes before, how could they possibly defect to another country?”
The Emperor also wanted to know the answer to this question. However, he would have to wait until the former Crown Prince returned.
...
As soon as Han Luoxue stepped out of the palace gate, she saw Zhou Jie and Zhou Yuan waiting anxiously at the entrance.
Seeing the undisguised worry on their faces, Han Luoxue felt a warmth in her heart.
"Thank goodness you're alright, Xue'er! You scared me to death!"
Zhou Jie patted her magnificent chest, and Zhou Yuan also breathed a sigh of relief.
“Grandmother is still waiting at home. She’s worried about us. Let’s go to the General’s Mansion first.”
Han Luoxue had no objection to this. After thanking the person who saw her off, the group boarded the Zhou family's carriage.
"Snowy girl, I'm so glad you're alright. You almost scared me to death!"
The Empress is not someone to be trifled with; she acts on a whim, and sometimes it can be quite overwhelming.
"Fortunately, His Majesty arrived in time!"
Han Luoxue didn't tell them about being forced to kneel in the palace. Anyway, she was fine, and telling them would only make them worry about her.
"Hmph, that old man is actually somewhat useful!"
The old lady snorted, but the younger ones dared not say a word.
The old lady dared to speak to the Emperor like that, but they didn't. Besides, today's events had nothing to do with the Emperor; it was the Empress who acted on her own initiative.
Ultimately, it was the person who maliciously spread the rumors who caused the trouble.
The Zhou family originally intended to investigate thoroughly, but now that the matter has reached the palace, and both the Emperor and Empress know about it, they are unlikely to let it go easily!
That person should be thankful they couldn't hide their true colors well. Otherwise...
Han Luoxue still hadn't returned home. Zhou Yuan sent someone to tell her family that he wanted to bring them all over, but they weren't willing.
Since Yunniang wasn't here, Doctor Xu simply took the children and went to Le'an Town as well.
As for Meng Jiaojiao, she went along too. Han Luoyu mainly prepared her meals, and seeing her body getting thinner and slimmer day by day, Meng Jiaojiao became even more motivated.
The house was then left empty, with only a few maids left to clean and sweep.
Han Luoxue didn't tell Han Yuchen about this. There were many things to do at the border, and these trivial matters didn't need to trouble Han Yuchen.
With pressure from the Emperor, the investigation progressed rapidly.
In just two days, the whole story was thoroughly uncovered.
Looking at the woman kneeling in front of her, Han Luoxue sneered.
She was right; it was indeed one of the two people she had thought of.
Actually, it makes sense when you think about it; only Mengyao has the ability to do this.
Chi Ling'er may have some money, but she doesn't have many connections in official circles, and she has very few people she can rely on.
After returning home that day, Mengyao was still indignant. She felt that Han Luoxue's child should never have existed, and at home she was still thinking about how to get rid of the child.
But she didn't expect that the investigations outside would become so strict, and that's when she started to get scared.
Madam Meng also came over and asked if this matter had anything to do with her.
Mengyao naturally denied it, but the slap in the face came a little too quickly. The very next day, soldiers stormed into General Meng's mansion and arrested Mengyao and her maid.
Lady Meng ran out to try to stop them, but when she saw that the people who came were Imperial Guards, who were directly under the Emperor's command and subject to his orders.
They represent the Emperor's will, how dare Madam Meng utter a word?
She could only watch helplessly as her daughter was taken away and then went to find General Meng.
General Meng was still completely bewildered. How could he have imagined that Meng Yao had done something again?
Seeing his wife weeping pitifully, he couldn't bear it and went out to ask someone what was wrong, and the result...
...
"Mengyao, I have no grudge against you, why would you frame me?"
Looking at Mengyao, who had fallen to the ground and was in a disheveled state, Han Luoxue suddenly thought of the first time she met her.
At that time, she was full of vigor and had unparalleled beauty.
But in just a few months, this woman was in such a sorry state.
"No enmity or grudge?"
Upon hearing Han Luoxue utter those words, Mengyao laughed mockingly: "Han Luoxue, how dare you say you have no grudge against me?"
"You were the one who seduced the Crown Prince, and even made him send so many people to look for you!"
Han Luoxue was speechless. Was this woman out of her mind? When had she ever seduced the Crown Prince?
They had never even met alone. The crown prince suddenly fell ill and wanted her to enter his residence. Why should she agree?
"Is it my fault that the Crown Prince has taken a liking to me? But when I was getting married peacefully, the Crown Prince came running out like a mad dog, trying to steal my man away. If I didn't agree, it became my fault?"
Han Luoxue sneered, realizing for the first time that such unreasonable logic existed.
"If you hadn't seduced the Crown Prince, why would he have gone to snatch her away when you were so sincere?"
These words left everyone speechless.
"Is this why you spread rumors about me?" Han Luoxue still felt a little confused. Just for such a trivial matter, this woman would maliciously spread rumors?
Fortunately, the matter was investigated and the truth came to light.
This was the result of the Emperor's personal intervention. If it were an ordinary person, without power or influence, they might have been killed by rumors!
"Neither His Highness the Crown Prince nor I are having a good time, so why should you be happy?"
Han Luoxue was speechless; she felt that Mengyao was mentally ill.
She was too lazy to argue with her any longer; she'd better leave this person to the Emperor to deal with.
It's safe to say that, time and again, Mengyao has finally made a name for herself with the Emperor.
"Take him away, do whatever you want with him!"
Han Luoxue waved her hand dismissively. Two constables stepped forward, trying to drag Mengyao away, but Mengyao stood up frantically and charged at Han Luoxue.
The sudden turn of events caught everyone in the room off guard.
While everyone was still stunned, Mengyao rushed to Han Luoxue's side and rammed into Han Luoxue's stomach.
Han Luoxue's pupils constricted; she hadn't expected Mengyao to be so crazy.
She tried to dodge, but the distance was too close, and it was too late. Han Luoxue could only instinctively use both hands to protect her stomach, hoping to protect the child in her womb.
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