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At the same time, it is said that men in black actually broke into the prison of the Prefect of the Capital, and tried to kill the man from the Xiao family with every move. However, fortunately, the Prefect of the Capital had sent more men in advance, and they narrowly escaped defeat.
When the Prefect of the Capital received the report from his subordinates, he hurriedly put on his clothes and got up. After checking on the man surnamed Xiao several times, he realized that the man had only been frightened but was still alive and well. Only then did his tense body relax, and he patted his chest.
Thank goodness.
He had just handed the man over to him during the day; if he died by nightfall, then he would truly have no use for his position as Prefect of the Capital.
The Prefect of the Capital immediately sent more people to guard the area. When he went back to sleep with lingering fear, he couldn't help but think of Xie Lingqin's maid during the day, who said she was acting on Xie Lingqin's orders and advised him to send more people. She spoke to him kindly and without being arrogant or domineering.
So much foresight?
This Miss Xie is indeed extraordinary, to be so highly regarded by the Emperor.
...
The inner courtyard of the imperial palace, the Orchid Pavilion.
"You messed up?"
"Yes, Consort Lan, the Prefect of the Capital has increased the number of men, and we dare not make a big fuss that might arouse suspicion, so..."
"Useless trash, good-for-nothing."
Consort Lan was so angry that her face contorted with rage.
"Your Highness, perhaps this humble servant should wait and go later..."
"Go where? We've already done it. Do you think the Prefect of the Capital is stupid and doesn't know to be on guard?"
Consort Lan's breathing quickened, and after a moment, she looked to the other side, "What about Consort Shu's side?"
"Your Majesty, I have investigated. The palace maids you saw earlier who were heading to the Flower Falling Palace are all in good condition, and Consort Shu is also fine. There is nothing wrong with them."
"how so."
Consort Lan's fingers, stained with bright red nail polish, left a bloody mark.
She won't give up.
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General's Mansion, Qingshui Pavilion.
"Miss, just as you predicted, someone really did go to the prison to try to kill that man from the Xiao family. Who has such audacity?"
"Consort Lan".
Xie Lingqin said, without any surprise on her face, "As far as she is concerned, Xie Lingyu doesn't care, but that Xiao man suddenly appeared out of nowhere. Of course she is afraid. She is afraid that if I conspire with this man and commit some kind of rebellion or other serious crime, then she, Consort Lan, and the Prince Xian will be completely and forever ruined."
"Miss, would you do that?"
"no need?"
Xie Lingqin laughed, "Consort Lan is usually such a clever person, but she's panicked. Even if that man from the Xiao family said that, would His Majesty believe him? Moreover, if he really said that, it would only make His Majesty suspect me and the Crown Prince."
"Miss is wise."
"It's not that I'm wise, but I have to be careful. Now, in the entire Beirong Prefecture, the Emperor values me highly, but little do people know that life and death are on the line, and heaven and hell are just a snap of the fingers. Therefore, I must be even more careful."
"Don't worry, Miss, I will be careful."
"Well, now that all these people have finished their performances, it's my turn."
After Xie Lingqin finished speaking, she summoned the giant clam, gave it a few instructions, and then went out with Zihe.
Tridacna looked thoughtfully at the empty main house, then glanced around before taking something out of her sleeve, walking into the inner room, and placing it at the bottom of Xie Lingqin's bedding.
Then, they left quietly.
A cool breeze blows, and the moonlight is like water.
Xie Lingqin and Zihe remained outside the prison of the Prefect of Jingzhao Prefecture.
"Who dares to trespass?" Immediately, a guard stepped forward and brandished a halberd to stop him.
Xie Lingqin looked at the guard's serious expression, raised her hand, and a golden token appeared in her hand.
This was indeed a decree bestowed upon her by the Emperor today, delivered by Eunuch Ni. She was somewhat surprised at the time, but she also knew that it would be a grave mistake if she did not make good use of this token.
"This..." The guards looked at the token and exchanged bewildered glances.
"This was given to me by the Emperor today when he sent the eunuch to the General's Mansion to deliver the imperial decree. He said it was for my convenience in investigating the case, so you know what to do."
"Yes, I was blind to your greatness. Please forgive me, Miss."
Xie Lingqin put away the token and waved her hand, "It's alright, you were just doing your duty, it's what you should do."
"Yes." The two guards immediately stepped aside. "Please, Miss Xie."
"My maid and I will go in. You don't need to follow us or make a sound. Just do your own thing."
"yes."
Xie Lingqin and Zihe then went straight into the depths of the prison.
They randomly pointed to a guard to lead the way, and Xie Lingqin and Zihe soon stopped outside Xie Lingyu's cell.
Xie Lingyu's hair was disheveled and her eyes were vacant. She had been staring blankly at the ground when she heard the noise. When she looked up and saw Xie Lingqin, the fierce look on her face was indescribable.
What are you doing here?
"I'll watch you die," Xie Lingqin said.
The sound was both deep and soft, carrying extremely complex emotions.
---Aside---
I'll update again later~
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I recommend my friend Shu Xin's farming novel, "Joyful Days in the Countryside: My Simple-Minded Husband's Pampering."
The Gu family had a daughter named Huanxi, who was doted on by her elders and her older brother. She thought she would be happy all her life, but one day, things took a turn for the worse. Her mother died, her brother disappeared, and her father quickly remarried, selling Huanxi for a hundred taels of silver.
Facing a destitute family full of scoundrels, it's okay. Huanxi knows how to farm, manage a household, and is even better at making money and raising children. She tears apart the hypocritical and kicks the scumbags in the face.
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