The Third Princess's actions were truly outrageous, and Songyi's resentment and revenge were understandable. After all, she was simply practicing the principle of an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth. If the Third Princess had behaved more properly, how could such a sensational scandal have arisen?
However, none of them had expected that Jiang Songyi would dare to be so unscrupulous in the deep palace.
Old Madam Jiang sighed inwardly, looking at Song Yi with a wave of emotion. This woman had the power to kill a hostage from an enemy nation and incinerate her own princess. Given time, she might even dare to usurp power. The old madam didn't seem surprised at all.
Jiang Songyi did not notice the changes in expression on everyone's faces. At this time, she had been led by Su Sheng to the ancient elm tree in the courtyard.
Su Sheng glanced around to make sure no one was prying. Then he lowered his voice and asked nervously, "Jiang Songyi, are you crazy? This matter has spread throughout the palace. Even the Marquis of Yongding has heard about it. This matter cannot be covered up. If the Jinyiwei find out, you and I will be doomed."
Jiang Songyi remained calm and composed. She responded calmly, "Right now, the entire palace is busy investigating the male lover that the Third Princess brought into the palace. Who would pay attention to the fire by the Taiye Lake? Even if someone is suspicious of this fire, intrigue is common in the palace. We have no connection with the Third Princess, so naturally, no one would cast a suspicious eye on us."
Su Sheng muttered a few words: "It's you. I am not in cahoots with you."
As soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly stared at Jiang Songyi with a sharp gaze and asked in confusion, "You have no grudge against the Third Princess, why did you do such a cruel thing to her?"
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
