The "fainted" Emperor Kang knew everything that happened outside the tent.
He thought that this unfavored but very thoughtful eldest son would definitely do something while he was unconscious, but nothing happened.
However, he was somewhat surprised by the reactions of the second and fourth brothers.
Eunuch Fu stood aside, observing the emperor's gloomy face that seemed to be dripping with ink, trying to reduce his presence as much as possible.
The quarrel outside was still going on, but Kangdi no longer wanted to test the waters.
"Your Majesty, what are you doing?"
Seeing Emperor Kang sitting up, Eunuch Fu immediately stepped forward.
"Let them all come in."
"You don't want to take another look?"
Kangdi snorted sarcastically.
If you continue to watch, it will only be a dog-eat-dog situation.
The poisoning was done by the boss, but now the boss obviously has not made any unusual moves, yet he seems to want to drag Xiao Xian into the water with his words and deeds.
Although he had been on the throne for decades, he still couldn't understand what his eldest son wanted to do.
I always thought that he was mediocre and his presence was not strong, but I didn’t expect that he would give me “surprises” so often during this period!
Eunuch Fu secretly glanced at Emperor Kang again and walked out quickly.
"The Emperor is awake!"
The few people who were climbing and biting fiercely suddenly stopped and turned their heads to look over.
"Eunuch Fu, what did you just say? Father is awake?" Xiao Ci stared with his eyes wide open, unable to conceal the regret in his eyes.
Eunuch Fu secretly spat in his heart: It seems that you are worried about the emperor's health, but in fact, aren't you just selfish?
But he was a eunuch without any roots, and his words carried no weight, so naturally he could not say anything.
Qu Li was not surprised at all, and even glanced at the reactions of the princes with interest.
When her eyes met Xiao Zhao's, she clearly caught a hint of sinisterness in his eyes.
The virtuous concubine immediately entered the tent and threw herself into Emperor Kang's arms with tears streaming down her face.
"emperor!"
Kangdi was very annoyed, "Why are you crying? I'm not that fragile!"
"Your Majesty is the Son of Heaven, and he is naturally blessed by God." Feeling Emperor Kang's coldness, Concubine Xian felt embarrassed and quickly wiped the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief.
"Father!"
Xiao Zhao broke free from his shackles, strode in, lifted his robe, and knelt down.
"I sincerely repented at Jing'an Temple, but was forcibly abducted by my second and fourth brothers. Even worse, they even threw dirty water on me, saying that it was my fault that my father fainted!"
Throughout the whole process, he sounded aggrieved and humble.
If Emperor Kang had not known from the beginning that the chronic poison in his body was caused by Xiao Zhao, he would have been fooled by his honest appearance.
Xiao Zhao complained a lot, but he didn't hear what Emperor Kang said. The jealousy in his heart quickly broke out like bamboo shoots after rain.
He thought, if the person who was wronged now was Xiao Xian, his father would surely be furious and do nothing but punish the second and fourth sons first, right?
He lowered his head, looking humble, but in fact, his hands on the ground clenched into fists little by little, and his eyes were filled with endless hatred.
Xiao Ci quickly said, "Father, please understand. It was my eighth brother..."
Kangdi's forehead was buzzing violently, and his stern eyes swept across the faces of his sons. Finally, he raised his hand and said, "Enough!"
For a moment, the air seemed to freeze into ice.
Xiao Xian had come to Qu Li's side at some point and said in a voice only wide enough for the two of them to hear, "There are some temporary changes, so you might have to endure some inconvenience for a while."
Qu Li frowned, her eyes filled with inquiry.
However, Xiao Xian pursed his lips and said no more.
Qu Li's brain was working rapidly.
Could it be that Xiao Zhao had made some arrangements in advance and Xiao Xian had to go along with it?
She didn't care whether she felt wronged or not. After all, Xiao Xian had wronged her many times before and made her suffer.
As long as Xiao Zhao can be eliminated, no matter what the cost, it will be worth it.
Xiao Xian's eyes were fixed on her profile.
The way she looked in deep thought was particularly charming, and since they were so close to each other, he couldn't help but hold her hand.
Qu Li was stunned and tried to break free, but he held on extremely tightly.
In front of Emperor Kang, Qu Li couldn't use the silver needles and could only glare at him fiercely.
The corners of Xiao Xian's mouth rose slightly, and there was a hint of smile in his eyes.
"emperor!"
There were hurried footsteps outside.
Kangdi's frown deepened, "What's the matter?"
"I just received a report that someone is..."
The person who came to report was Jingzhao Prefecture Governor Mo Wenqing, who looked at Qu Li as he spoke.
"Lord Mo, what are you looking at your seventh brother's wife doing?" Xiao Zhao asked.
Meeting the emperor's eyes, which were as gloomy as the abyss, Mo Wenqing quickly withdrew his gaze and replied respectfully, "I just received a report that someone is practicing witchcraft!"
Beads of sweat were oozing from everyone's forehead.
During the time of our ancestor, there were concubines vying for favor and practicing witchcraft in the palace, causing chaos in the harem.
The previous emperor was furious. After punishing the offending concubine, he also issued an order that anyone who practiced witchcraft in the future would not be tolerated.
From then on, the harem was clean and the court was upright, and no one dared to touch such dirty things.
I didn’t expect that after such a long time, someone would dare to do this again!
How audacious!
"Lord Mo just looked at Princess Chen. Could this matter be related to Princess Chen?"
Someone whispered.
The sound was neither too loud nor too soft, but loud enough for everyone to hear clearly.
A sinister arc crossed Xiao Zhao's lips.
Over the years, he has been living under Xiao Xian's dazzling aura.
When Qu Qing came to him, he was suspicious by nature and did not completely believe her, but he thought she was a good chess piece and he could take this opportunity to get rid of Qu Li.
He wanted to destroy everything Xiao Xian had obtained over the years, bit by bit.
Only in this way can he feel relieved!
After a brief moment of stunned silence, Qu Li finally understood what Xiao Xian wanted to do.
She took a half step forward, "Master Mo, could it be that this matter is really related to me?"
If Mo Wenqing had not come to Nanjiao Villa today, he would have been able to suppress the matter temporarily after receiving the report.
Unfortunately, it was his subordinates who handled the case.
He was afraid that it would affect the entire Jingzhao Prefecture, so he came here directly.
"It's not just about Princess Chen, I'm afraid Prince Chen is also involved!" Mo Wenqing stuttered.
"No wonder the emperor, who was in good health, suddenly fainted!" Concubine Xian's face was full of anger, and she glared at Qu Li and Xiao Xian hatefully.
The Second Prince's party immediately took advantage of the situation and echoed his opinion.
Some people even mentioned that Emperor Kang had fainted just now, but Qu Li ignored it.
Kangdi's face became increasingly gloomy.
His fainting was planned in agreement with Qu Li. There was absolutely no way this matter was related to Qu Li.
His deep eyes slowly scanned the faces of his sons, finally settling on Xiao Zhao's face, who lowered his head...
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