Yin Qingyi closed her eyes and released her divine sense to look outside, wanting to see what was happening in the palace. Unfortunately, Yin Qingyi overestimated herself; her divine sense couldn't reach the palace at all. However, her search wasn't entirely fruitless. At least she learned that it wasn't just Yinzhen's residence that was surrounded; the residences of all the adult princes were also surrounded. This put Yin Qingyi's mind at ease. Kangxi wouldn't have foolishly beheaded all his adult princes; it could only be a test! And what was he testing? Needless to say, he was checking who was forming cliques and engaging in corrupt practices! Therefore, their residence couldn't afford any chaos at this time.
"Master Yin!" Su Xiaobao arrived at Luoxue Pavilion shortly afterward.
"Hmm, are all the arrangements made?" Yin Qingyi asked Su Xiaobao, opening her eyes.
"Everything is arranged." Su Xiaobao nodded.
"Alright, is there any news about Master?" Yin Qingyi nodded, this Su Xiaobao still had some initiative.
"My godfather sent word that His Majesty and all the princes have been imprisoned in the palace. That's all the news I have." Su Xiaobao answered softly. Was he panicked? Of course he was, but he had followed his master all over the country and had seen many big events, so he was able to remain calm.
"Understood. Remember, your task now is to keep an eye on everyone in this mansion and forbid anyone from passing any information out in any way! If anyone is found, tie them up and lock them up. Release them after things have settled down." Yin Qingyi was even more certain that this was a trap, and it was just a matter of whether that person's mansion could hold out any longer.
"Yes, this servant will remember." Su Xiaobao immediately agreed, mainly because his godfather had also said that he had to listen to Master Yin and do whatever Master Yin wanted to do.
Luoyingyuan
"What are you doing? Who gave you the audacity to stop this princess!" Madam Li was furious at the eunuchs guarding the door.
“Please forgive me, Consort Li, this is the will of the concubine. From today onwards, none of the masters in this inner courtyard may leave the house,” the head eunuch replied respectfully.
"What does Madam Yin mean? Madam Yin wants to rebel! When has this Prince's mansion ever been ruled by a mere concubine? Get out of my way, I'm leaving! Let's see who dares to stop me!" Madam Li was even angrier. She was already worried, and now Madam Yin dared to take advantage of the chaos to confine everyone in the various courtyards! She must be harboring malicious intentions! She just wants to harm the Prince, preventing them from leaving and creating an escape route for him!
"If Lady Li tries to force her way in, don't blame this servant for offending you." The head eunuch's expression changed upon seeing this. He waved his hand, and several servants beside him placed their hands on the swords at their waists. They were servants from the front courtyard and all of them carried swords and knew martial arts.
"You! How dare you!" Madam Li unconsciously took a step back, clearly afraid of the swords and knives, and pointed at the leading eunuch, scolding him with a fierce but weak tone.
"Please don't make things difficult for me, Princess Li. I'm just following orders!" The head eunuch still stood blocking the courtyard gate.
"Hmph! When Master returns, I will definitely tell him that you servants have deceived your master! Let's go back!" Li Shi said through gritted teeth, her face pale, and led Li Zhongde back.
The head eunuch was not intimidated by Li's words and continued to guard Luoying Courtyard with his men.
"You dog! You slut, you slut! While I'm suffering outside, this slut is running rampant in this mansion! I knew that Lady Yin was a treacherous wretch, look, she's exposed as soon as I'm in trouble! No, I can't let that slut Lady Yin control the mansion like this. Li Zhongde, find a way to get the news out to Lady Ulanara's household, and have them find a way to get me out of the palace. Lady Ulanara is, after all, the Fujin of this mansion; her household won't ignore this." Lady Li vented her anger as soon as she entered the room, before calming down and speaking to Li Zhongde. She couldn't rely on her own family; although she didn't want to admit she was inferior to others, at this time, her family truly had no say.
"Yes." Li Zhongde agreed and went out to find a way to send the message. Of course, he couldn't send the message himself. Everyone knew that his princess and the Fujin had a feud. If he went to send the message, he would probably be beaten up. He could only find an inconspicuous person to send the message.
Time passed slowly, and an hour later, in Luoxue Pavilion...
"Master Yin, just as you predicted, we caught someone trying to crawl out through the dog hole to send a message." Su Xiaobao said with admiration.
"Hmm, keep an eye on it. Tie this one up and throw him in the woodshed; that should calm things down in Luoying Courtyard." Yin Qingyi really wanted to complain. This huge Prince's mansion actually had a dog hole! She always thought this was something only found in novels and TV shows! Novels really do reflect reality!
"Yes." Su Xiaobao now listens to whatever Yin Qingyi says.
Currently, only Lady Li is causing trouble in the inner courtyard. The others are still quite sensible. However, after three days without any news of Yinzhen, the panic in the inner courtyard has reached a high level. Apart from Consort Yin and the Fujin, everyone else is restless and is making a scene, demanding an explanation from Consort Yin for confining them to their quarters.
"Master, Su Xiaobao said he can't stop him anymore," Qiuju whispered in Yin Qingyi's ear.
"Hmm, then go tell him that if anyone makes a fuss again, the courtyard gate will be locked, all allowances will be stopped, and the servants will be dismissed." Yin Qingyi didn't even raise her head. These women were such a nuisance. They were just being well-fed and cared for, yet they were still not satisfied. She had no heart for pity at the moment.
"But... but Lady Li has two young masters under her wing." Qiu Ju looked at Yin Qingyi with some difficulty. She could treat others this way, but she couldn't treat Lady Li like this.
"Hmm? Right, I almost forgot. Then tell Madam Li that if things continue like this, we'll bring both princesses and princes to Luoxue Pavilion." Yin Qingyi looked up, realizing that she had indeed forgotten that Madam Li had two children.
"Yes, this servant will go right away." Qiuju then bowed and withdrew.
Luoyingyuan
"What did you say? What are you saying, you lowly servant? What right does that Lady Yin have to take my child away! She doesn't deserve it!" Lady Li glared at Qiu Ju, her expression as if she wanted to tear Qiu Ju's mouth apart. Fortunately, Qiu Ju only said it at the courtyard gate, and there were people blocking her way, otherwise Lady Li might have really done it.
“Princess Li, I’m just here to deliver a message. If you don’t believe me, then keep making a scene. But you know the consequences yourself. If you continue like this, it’s hard to say whether the eldest princess and the third prince will still be in your courtyard tomorrow.” Qiu Ju was not angry and looked at Li Shi calmly.
"You lowly servant girl, how dare you threaten me? You've really gone too far! When did it become Yin's place to be in charge of this mansion!" Li took two steps forward, wanting to hit Qiuju, but she was stopped after only two steps.
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