Seeing Prince Gong unconscious, the men in black immediately approached and abducted Jiang Meiyu. Seeing Prince Gong injured, Jiang Meiyu was extremely anxious and desperate to rush over. The men in black had no choice but to drug her and make her unconscious, then quickly disappeared without a trace.
By this time, the emperor had received the news: "What nonsense! How could he go to the front lines while injured? Isn't this playing with his life? And the princess's disappearance is absolutely ridiculous! Immediately order an investigation to find out who dared to attack the prince and princess." The emperor's face was filled with anger, but a trace of doubt could not help but arise in his heart. Why did this happen so coincidentally? Had his plan gone awry?
However, just one day later, rumors spread throughout the capital. Some claimed that Prince Gong, disregarding his own safety and the life of his wife, resolutely went to the front lines to fulfill the emperor's mission. Others claimed that Prince Gong and his wife were assassinated because Prince Tuo, jealous of Prince Gong's military achievements, had murdered him. In short, all sorts of rumors spread throughout the capital... For a time, these rumors were the talk of the town, in the streets and alleys, in teahouses and taverns, and after dinner.
Prince Tuo returned to the palace in a rage, his face gloomy as if water could drip from it. As soon as he entered the palace, he began throwing things around, smashing countless precious items while cursing non-stop, "Outrageous! These damned rumors claim that I killed my brother out of jealousy! It's absolutely ridiculous! Who is so bold as to spread such rumors? I will hunt down the rumormongers and tear them into pieces!"
Meanwhile, Jiang Meiyu slowly awoke, only to find herself in an extremely luxurious room. The room was adorned with golden splendor, brimming with luxury. Maids bustled in and out, busily serving. When one of the maids saw Jiang Meiyu awake, she immediately stepped forward, gently helped her up, and said softly, "Princess, you're finally awake. I'll go inform the master right away."
Jiang Meiyu felt confused for a moment, but soon called the system in her mind: "Xiaojiu, do you know where this place is?"
The system replied: "Yuyu, this is the headquarters of Yi San's assassination organization."
Jiang Meiyu suddenly understood, and felt touched and distressed: "So that's how it is... Could it be that the prince is willing to hurt himself in order to protect me? He is such a fool!" She understood the prince's good intentions and felt his deep love for her.
"Yu Yu, don't worry! Those men in black are Yi San's men. They didn't kill you at all. They just did it for show. Prince Gong is about to arrive in Danyang now!" The system said slowly.
Hearing the system say this, Jiang Meiyu's heart finally settled down. Fortunately, there was no danger. Just as she was secretly rejoicing, Yi San suddenly strode in. Jiang Meiyu was startled, quickly came to her senses, and quickly shut down the system.
"Sister-in-law, you're awake? That's great! Um... I'm really sorry. Those men were too rude yesterday and actually drugged you. I've already punished them severely." Yi San explained apologetically.
"Third brother, thank you for saving me and the prince. It is a blessing for us that the prince has a brother like you." Jiang Meiyu sincerely thanked Yi San, her heart full of gratitude.
The emperor's brow furrowed, his heart filled with confusion and uneasiness. He couldn't help but wonder, "How could this happen? Jiang Meiyu has disappeared. The beauty I once possessed has slipped away like this. If she truly couldn't be found, then Prince Gong shouldn't have gone to Danyang. Rumors are spreading throughout the capital, and I can't retract my previous order. Could it be that my son has already noticed my desire for my daughter-in-law's beauty? Did I not conceal it well enough?"
The emperor's expression darkened at the thought, but he quickly regained his composure. After all, he was the supreme ruler, possessing unparalleled power. As long as he could find Jiang Meiyu, he believed that with his status and authority, she would surely submit to him.
So the emperor decided to put aside his doubts for the time being and devote all his energy to finding Jiang Meiyu's whereabouts. No matter what, he must get this woman and satisfy his deepest desire.
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