They each harbored their own thoughts and schemes, yet ultimately could not achieve their goals.
What dealt them the fatal blow was precisely what they cherished most.
Shen Huaiheng is one, Grand Tutor Shen is another, and Shen Huaixu is yet another.
The room was deathly silent. Shen Huaiheng's sobs sounded particularly abrupt in the empty space, intermittent, like the last few fallen leaves trembling in the wind in autumn, carrying a sense of desolation and helplessness.
"The show's over, shouldn't everyone leave now?"
Shen Jintang lost interest in watching their performance and stood up to speak.
Shen Huaixu narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze sweeping over Shen Jintang's face.
Shen Jintang stood quietly, his eyes clear and almost transparent, like a sharp blade that could pierce straight into people's hearts, as if he could easily see through the unspoken thoughts in his heart.
Shen Huaixu was slightly taken aback by her direct and sharp gaze, and seemed somewhat annoyed. He then turned around and ordered in a cold tone, "Take him out."
At his command, two attendants stepped forward and carried the trembling Shen Huaiheng away.
"come out."
Shen Huaixu left these words behind and walked out.
Shen Jintang stood up, straightened her clothes slightly, and followed her out.
As she reached the door, she paused slightly, her gaze slowly sweeping across the room.
The heavy curtains blocked out the sunlight, leaving only a faint ray of light to barely illuminate the oppressive space.
A faint medicinal smell permeated the air, mixed with the aged aura emanating from Grand Tutor Shen, causing one to frown.
Time seemed to stand still here, and every second felt exceptionally long.
Shen Jintang tilted his head slightly and seemed to see the girl smiling at him, a smile full of relief and comfort.
The girl's revenge has been fulfilled.
Next, it was time for her revenge.
Shen Jintang slowly turned around and did not linger.
Grand Tutor Shen was left paralyzed in bed, helpless and desperate. He would spend the rest of his life in endless regret and pain, a fate worse than death.
Shen Jintang didn't turn around, but gently pushed open the door, and the light from outside rushed in instantly, creating a stark contrast with the dimness inside.
She stepped into the light, and the door slowly closed behind her, completely separating the two worlds.
"That medicine was originally meant for me, wasn't it?"
Shen Jintang's voice was calm but cold, showing no sign of relief at escaping death.
She killed the woman who was Grand Tutor Shen's favorite. Even if Grand Tutor Shen couldn't kill her for various reasons, he would definitely not let her get away with it.
A stroke is a good option, leaving one feeling like they're neither alive nor dead.
Grand Tutor Shen was quite insidious. He didn't dare to avenge his beloved woman openly and honestly, but instead preferred to use these despicable methods. However, he never expected that these methods would eventually be used against him by his most beloved son.
It's true what they say, karma works out.
Shen Jintang didn't know how Shen Huaixu delivered the poison to Shen Huaiheng, but she knew that from now on, Shen Huaixu would be in charge of the Shen family.
"You're quite clever."
Shen Huaixu narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze sharp as a knife.
Shen Jintang was smarter than he had imagined.
That's fine, though, because he likes talking to smart people.
Sunlight filters through the branches of trees in the courtyard, casting dappled patterns of light and shadow, and the air is filled with a faint fragrance of flowers and the scent of sunshine.
Shen Jintang stood under the corridor, slightly raised her head, and her gaze fell on Shen Huaixu's face.
She smiled slightly and said, "So, you definitely won't lose out if you make a deal with me, big brother."
Shen Huaixu lowered his head, his gaze lingering on Shen Jintang's face, unable to fathom her thoughts.
But it doesn't matter; he has evidence that Shen Jintang committed murder.
If Shen Jintang makes any unusual moves, he can kill her at any time.
"It's better to call him cousin. Remember your current status."
It is both a reminder and a warning.
Shen Jintang lowered her eyelids slightly, and after a moment, she raised her head with a hint of mockery in her eyes: "Okay, cousin."
"Let's talk about the next deal," Shen Huaixu said, looking down at Shen Jintang.
Their deal this time was that Shen Jintang would create conditions for him to completely control the Shen family, and in return, he would ensure that Grand Tutor Shen would never again send assassins to kill Shen Jintang.
A mutually beneficial and win-win transaction.
"As for the next one, it depends on what you want from me and what you can give me."
Shen Jintang raised an eyebrow slightly, her eyes revealing a hint of danger, yet also possessing an irresistible charm.
Shen Huaixu narrowed his eyes slightly, his tone carrying a hint of scrutiny: "Are you testing me?"
Shen Jintang chuckled lightly, a hint of amusement in her eyes: "That's not very interesting; it shows a complete lack of trust."
"In that case, there is no need to continue the cooperation."
She turned slightly to the side, seemingly unintentionally adjusting the hem of her clothes, her movements light and elegant, before stepping towards the door with unhurried pace.
Shen Huaixu's gaze followed her back closely, deep and complex.
Just as Shen Jintang was about to reach the door and disappear into the light and shadow, he suddenly spoke: "I want to be reinstated to my original position."
Last time, because of Gu Zhixing, he was demoted three ranks by the eldest princess.
It will be very difficult to get promoted again in a short period of time.
If Shen Jintang has this ability, their transaction can continue indefinitely.
Shen Jintang paused slightly, her figure swaying gently in the light and shadow, as if she were thinking about something.
In the end, she didn't say anything, but just nodded slightly, as if she had heard.
As for what she wants, we'll find out later.
Shen Jintang lifted her foot and walked outside.
As soon as he stepped out of the Shen family's gate, a carriage that had been prepared was parked not far away, and Liu Huo respectfully opened the carriage door.
"master."
Shen Jintang nodded slightly, stepped onto the carriage, and the carriage door closed gently behind him, shutting out the noise and strife of the Shen family.
Leaving the Shen family this time went much more smoothly than she had expected.
Shen Huaixu's movements were indeed fast enough, but they still lacked a bit of ruthlessness.
Such a golden opportunity, yet they failed to eliminate the threat completely, leaving Shen Huaiheng alive and even allowing Grand Tutor Shen to survive.
Shen Jintang leaned back in the car seat, his brows furrowed slightly. If someone were to use this matter against him in the future, adding some unexpected variables, Shen Huaixu would likely be in dire straits.
But it doesn't matter. She doesn't care whether Shen Huaixu lives or dies. What she cares about is Shen Huaixu's status as an imperial censor.
This identity will be very useful to her.
For this reason, she did not hesitate to leave Shen Huaixu with a handle against her.
He thought he had evidence of her murder and could control her, but little did he know that this was just bait she had thrown out.
Otherwise, given Shen Huaixu's suspicious nature, how could he dare to cooperate with her?
"Master, the item has been found."
Xinghui, while in the carriage, handed Shen Jintang the things she had found in Grand Tutor Shen's study during the chaos.
Shen Jintang took it, opened it, and looked at it, her eyes gradually turning cold.
Ministry of Revenue?
It turns out they've even gotten involved with the Ministry of Revenue.
Shen Jintang tapped her fingers lightly on the table, making a soft sound. Her eyes were slightly lowered, as if she was thinking about something.
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