Shan Xing gave the guards a wink, and they pretended to pull at the two fat legs.
The force was almost imperceptible. Granny Lin, still clutching at the hole, cursed loudly, "You wretched girls, we feed you so well all the time, and you don't even have this much strength? When I get out, I'll slap each of you twice!"
Lianzhi and the others stood silently by, watching Granny Lin court death with a sense of satisfaction.
Shan Xing, who was standing to the side, couldn't stand it anymore. He waved his hand, and the guards lifted Lin Mama's legs and shoved them back in, pushing the little space that had just been pulled out back in place.
This time the blockage was even more secure, and Lin Mama's breath was stuck in her throat. She was so angry that she swayed left and right like a big ball, trying to break free of the predicament: "You wretched girls, you'll suffer when I get out!"
He continued to hurl insults at her.
"I'm so sorry, Granny Lin," Shan Xing's voice rang out softly, cutting off any further words Granny Lin could say: "I'm clumsy, and my subordinates have followed suit. They can't control the force well, which has caused you suffering."
Upon hearing Shan Xing's voice, Granny Lin, who was the head of all the servants, dared not put on airs anymore and obediently hung on the wall like a dead dog, drifting in the wind.
Li Zhaoxian followed Song Tangli into the inner hall, and Song Tangli snuggled up to him, taking off her clothes. Beneath those clothes, the white jade was flawless, and the delicate fabric exuded a pure and flawless beauty.
Li Zhaoxian unconsciously swallowed, and Song Tangli was very satisfied with his performance, beckoning him with her finger.
The night was still long, and Granny Lin spent the night there, battered by the wind and rain, not daring to urge anyone on. She didn't know that there was no one behind the wall at all; she was all alone.
The next morning, the morning sun shone into the room, slowly spreading across the floor, and this light gently woke Li Zhaoxian.
Song Tangli slowly opened her eyes. Li Zhaoxian lay beside her with a satisfied look on his face, gently twisting her hair with his fingers.
A blush suddenly appeared on her cheeks, making her fair face look like a red plum blossom. Song Tangli lowered her head shyly. Li Zhaoxian chuckled and raised his finger to lightly touch the blush.
There was a slight warmth at his fingertips, a sense of mystery that had been revealed from within. The roses he had nurtured with his own hands were watered by his fingertips, and this sense of accomplishment was intoxicating.
With a slight flicker in her bright eyes, Song Tangli bent her arms and wrapped them around Li Zhaoxian's neck, whispering sweet nothings in his ear, her eyes alluring: "On our wedding night, I was also tricked and accidentally ate a poisoned pastry, which is why I am like this. I am innocent and have only given myself to my Crown Prince brother."
Her sweet, soft words were so enticing that Li Zhaoxian believed them without a doubt. A surge of pride welled up within him as he stroked her hair and coaxed her gently, "Do you know who did it? I'll stand up for you!"
The delicate flower, which had been carefully nurtured for over ten years, finally bloomed, filling the air with its fragrance, a truly delightful sight. Now, Li Zhaoxian was willing to do anything for Song Tangli.
"I don't know. My sister specifically told me to eat those pastries, saying that if I ate them, I would be with my husband forever. I wanted to grow old with my brother, the Crown Prince, so I ate all the pastries. Who knew they were poisoned? Luckily, my sister didn't eat them." Song Tangli sighed with a hint of lingering fear.
"Didn't you ever suspect your sister?" As soon as Song Tangli said this, Li Zhaoxian understood the crux of the matter: "The pastries she sent were poisoned."
Frowning, Song Tangli was puzzled: "Why would my sister harm me? Although my sister and I don't get along, we are still sisters. I believe my sister didn't mean it and was just manipulated by someone with ulterior motives!"
Song Tangli's naiveté seemed to be innate. Li Zhaoxian shook his head: "Silly Tangli, your sister is Xie Lingyi's last disciple. Do you think she wouldn't know there's something else in this pastry? Maybe she's the one who put it in."
Song Tangli covered her mouth, her eyes wide: "How could my sister..."
Li Zhaoxian turned his head away: "Fine, I will investigate this matter thoroughly. Don't listen to your sister anymore."
Song Tangli nestled comfortably in Li Zhaoxian's arms, clearly enjoying the man's doting affection. Her fair fingers gently curled and lightly touched Li Zhaoxian's collarbone: "Then you must be careful of your sister, Crown Prince. Don't let her easily deceive you."
Li Zhaoxian gritted his teeth somewhat unnaturally. The whole household knew about his high profile these days, and there were even rumors in the capital that the Crown Prince was fond of the Crown Princess, but there were fewer rumors about the Crown Princess.
With a beauty in my arms, I almost forgot about this.
Li Zhaoxian smiled slightly to comfort Song Tangli: "Ali also knows that the wedding has displeased Father Emperor and Grandmother Emperor. I have to do something. Song Tangxue has gained their appreciation, so I have to show my appreciation. Ali will understand me, right?"
Song Tangli smiled charmingly, a cold glint flashing in her eyes: "Ali will put Crown Prince Brother first in everything. As long as it is beneficial to Crown Prince Brother, I will do it."
These comforting words were a great comfort to Li Zhaoxian, who had been constantly contradicted recently. It seemed as if the court officials had conspired to reject any of his suggestions, leaving him feeling extremely frustrated.
What he didn't know was that this was a test given to him by the emperor to see if his character could withstand the test.
"Ah-Li is so considerate," Lee So-hyun sighed, embracing her. "Unlike those people, who only ever contradict me. Once I ascend the throne..."
Those eyes flashed with coldness, carrying a faint but palpable killing intent, their aura terrifying. Song Tangli knew what Li Zhaoxian had left unsaid.
Song Tangli chimed in, echoing Li Zhaoxian's words: "Crown Prince is the future emperor. Whoever is so blind as to anger Crown Prince is at fault!"
Li Zhaoxian was very pleased with these words, and his expression softened. He felt more and more that Song Tangli was the lovely person by his side, and that the person who was as cold as an ice block and didn't let anyone get close to him was no longer important.
With a beautiful woman by his side, Li Zhaoxian has been beaming with joy these past few days. Under Song Tangli's sweet-talking offensive, Li Zhaoxian took it upon himself to lift Song Tangli's confinement in the mansion, but still forbade her from leaving the mansion.
Because of Song Tangli's attempts to keep him there in the morning, Li Zhaoxian almost missed the morning court several times, which greatly displeased the emperor. Li Zhaoxian was secretly annoyed each time, but seeing Song Tangli made it all seem insignificant.
Only with Song Tangli could he hear what he wanted to hear; the advice and opposition from others outside were just nonsense and annoyance.
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