Chapter 397: Instigation
Everyone was in an uproar, Concubine Yang...
It is true that there is no definite conclusion as to whether that person is dead or alive, but it is also true that he made a mistake.
Shen Chuliu continued, "This letter says that I conspired with Concubine Yang to kill... the Eighth Prince and the Ninth Prince? The poison Meng Xiaoyi had was made by Concubine Yang and I, but it was not used later. Was Meng Xiaoyi also instigated by me?"
Shen Chuliu looked at it and shook his head.
"Jing Zhaoyi! It's you, bitch?" Zhen Chongyi stood up angrily and pointed at Shen Chuliu: "How could you be so cruel that you killed my child?"
"If it's really me, Zhen Chongyi, it won't be too late to get angry. Otherwise, I won't hesitate to return the blame you gave me now." Shen Chuliu looked at her with a smile: "Zhen Chongyi, are you really in love with your son, or are you trying to take this opportunity to punish me and the Sixth Prince? Aren't you being too deliberate? Isn't it a little fake?"
Shen Chuliu's words were too straightforward. Even though Zhen Chongyi had this thought in mind, she couldn't help but look at the emperor subconsciously: "Your Majesty, I didn't do that. Jing Zhaoyi is slandering me!"
But the emperor didn't look at her.
Shen Chuliu just smiled and didn't rush to refute anything.
"Sister Zhen, don't be anxious. I don't think Sister Jing Zhaoyi is that kind of person. Let's wait and see what happens." Wen Chongrong said gently.
Her face was haggard now, but her words made people who didn't know her think she was a gentle person. Her child had suffered such a great crime, yet she could still be so kind.
Unfortunately, in the eyes of those who know, it is particularly ironic. For example, Concubine Kangde.
Zhen Chongyi also felt contempt in her heart, so she snorted and stopped talking.
"Jing Zhaoyi, what do you say about this matter?" The emperor asked slowly, as if he was not angry at all.
"I am innocent. It is true that the deceased Wang Sancai was a servant in Cuiyunxuan, but I never rewarded him with so much silver. In fact, the silver rewarded by the eunuchs is not much." Shen Chuliu smiled: "Of course, I have evidence to prove my innocence."
"Oh? What evidence is that? Tell me." Qi Yixiu naturally didn't believe that she did this at all, but whether he believed it or not, he couldn't just pretend nothing happened. He had to deal with it as it should be.
There was no other reason for him not to believe it. Concubine Yang was dead. It was just that there were doubts about this matter in the harem.
However, it is also possible that the person behind the scenes wanted him to think that this was a letter from several years ago.
At that time, Concubine Yang was still alive. But this arrangement was obviously not a one-day job.
"My wet nurse has a daughter who is half a year older than me. She stayed with me in the mansion for several years. When she was young, she was best at imitating handwriting. She could copy my handwriting to 90% of its originality. At the end of the year before last, my wet nurse passed away, and I haven't seen this sister for more than ten years. I'd better ask the emperor to help me meet her. Oh, yes, I forgot to say that she married a steward of the Liang family."
As soon as these words came out, Shen Baolin's face suddenly turned ugly. Her heart was beating like a drum.
This wet nurse had just married into the Liang family not long ago. She was a small figure, but how could Shen Chuliu know her?
Shen Chuliu glanced at her and said, "Sister, do you remember her? When you were little, you almost beat her because she refused to show you what she wrote."
"You are joking, Madam Jing Zhaoyi. How could I remember something from so early on?" Shen Baolin's heartbeat quickened. "Besides, we are talking about important matters today. Why are you talking about such trivial matters?"
Shen Baolin's smile was very unnatural, as if he was nervous and afraid to mention this person.
"Since I mentioned it, I must have my reasons. How come my sister doesn't remember it at all? My sister's memory is really not very good." Shen Chuliu still had that half-smile on her face, but this time she was looking at Shen Baolin.
Everyone was eager to try, as silence was too uncomfortable at this time. But no one dared to respond casually, mainly because they had been slapped in the face by Jing Zhaoyi many times, and no one wanted to bump into her.
Mei Mei originally wanted to say something, but since no one responded, and she was not stupid, she just shut up.
"It's just a small matter, but what if it's useful? There's another thing. Wang Sancai was ill a few months ago. When eunuchs, especially those who do menial jobs, are sick, they can't use very good doctors. I remember that it was a doctor named Liu who went to see him. Why don't you ask him?"
Before Shen Baolin could say anything, Qi Yixiu said, "Bring everyone into the palace."
Shen Chuliu thanked the emperor and said, "Your Majesty is wise. I believe I am innocent. However, this matter is not a small matter. It involves two princes and several imperial concubines. I know that I need to be confined until the matter is clear. Please take care of the Sixth Prince."
She was not afraid of the conspiracy. She had been preparing for this conspiracy for a long time. She was just afraid that others would take the opportunity to hurt her child.
"It's okay, my beloved concubine said she is innocent. Until the matter is clear, I will believe you. There is no need to confine you." Qi Yixiu's expression was not serious at all, he even smiled.
Even if everyone had something to say, they didn't dare to say it.
More people think, maybe Shen Chuliu is really innocent?
In fact, most people think he is innocent because Shen Baolin has revealed too many flaws.
However, other people are naturally happy to see the sisters killing each other. It's just that they don't want to run into trouble when the emperor does this.
"Since they need to be investigated, let's hand these two people over to the Internal Criminal Department. Where is Zhu Xulin?" Qi Yixiu asked, putting away his smile.
Soon, Zhu Sizheng came in from outside the palace: "Your Majesty."
"You should remember what happened to your predecessor. I trust you. I will send these two to you after they enter the palace for thorough interrogation. I want results. Well, let's disperse today. Tomorrow morning, I believe there should be a result."
Zhu Xulin hurriedly said, "I obey your order."
Everyone left Fengzao Palace. Shen Chuliu looked at Shen Baolin with his head down and smiled, "Sister, enjoy yourself. You won't be so comfortable in the future."
"You...what do you mean, Madam? This matter has nothing to do with me." Shen Baolin's face turned pale.
"Don't worry, we are all members of the Shen family. I won't let you die. At least I will plead for you." Shen Chuliu said this without letting anyone else hear it.
She smiled, held Zizhu's hand and walked back, too lazy to get on the sedan chair.
"Master, I am a little worried." Zi Rui patted her chest.
"Don't be afraid. The Shen family only needs one leader. When grandfather retires, it will be uncle's turn. Then in the backyard, aunt will definitely have to defeat Liang without any strength to fight." Shen Chuliu said lightly.
"Yes. The master is in charge, and I'm sure the eldest lady will cooperate well." She was worried because there was no special instructions beforehand.
"It's okay. My aunt is a smart person. How could she miss such an opportunity?" Shen Chuliu said with a smile.
Soon, Shen Chuliu's wet sister, who was married to the Liang family's steward, was brought into the palace, as well as Doctor Liu from the Imperial Medical Bureau.
(End of this chapter)
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