Everyone in Tianzhao Kingdom knows that the case of the King of Libei being exterminated for treason is a taboo subject. From the imperial court and the inner palace to ordinary people in the streets, no one dares to mention this matter so openly.
But now, Mu Chenshuang and Feng Xilan not only brought it up in front of the Empress Dowager, but even wanted to overturn the case against the Prince of Libei. Granny Yun could hardly imagine what would happen next.
Just as Granny Yun raised her sleeve and secretly wiped the cold sweat from her forehead, the Empress Dowager, after her initial shock and anger, gradually calmed down.
She looked at Mu Chenshuang with a deep, serious, and authoritative gaze and said, "Shuang'er, is that what you think too? Is there anything you want to say?"
In the Empress Dowager's eyes, Feng Xilan might act impulsively and make mistakes, but she trusted Mu Chenshuang and believed that she would never do such a thing without a reason.
Upon hearing this, Mu Chenshuang quickly raised her head. Seeing the trust in the Empress Dowager's eyes, she immediately spoke clearly and calmly, "Yes, Your Majesty, my thoughts are the same as His Highness the Crown Prince's."
"I have obtained evidence of the false accusations against the King of Libei at that time. It is a secret letter exchanged between someone inside the court and an official who was then in the army of Jiang Kingdom." Mu Chenshuang spoke clearly, neither servile nor arrogant, with a firm gaze.
During the Empress Dowager's brief silence, Mu Chenshuang and she exchanged glances. Although neither of them spoke, they both understood what the other was thinking.
The case of the Prince of Libei became a taboo in Tianzhao Kingdom not only because it was a massacre caused by a frame-up, but more importantly because it was the result of Emperor Feng Guche's tacit approval and suppression.
The deeper reason for this cannot be spoken aloud; it is only known to those who are interested.
But now the situation is different. The Empress Dowager frowned and looked at Mu Chenshuang thoughtfully. To her surprise, Mu Chenshuang actually had evidence in her hands.
She wanted to ask Mu Chenshuang about the source of the evidence, but then she realized that back then, Jiang Kingdom had become Jiang City under the jurisdiction of Xiyue Kingdom, so it was not surprising that they could find the letters from that time.
Moreover, considering Fu Junheng's abilities, the Empress Dowager had no doubt whatsoever about the authenticity of these secret letters.
After a long silence, the Empress Dowager, her gaze hesitant, finally spoke: "Even if you truly have evidence, can you guarantee that you will be able to find the real culprit in the wrongful conviction case from back then?"
The Empress Dowager's voice became more serious, as if she were warning and reminding Mu Chenshuang and the other person.
Mu Chenshuang understood the Empress Dowager's meaning, but she still spoke firmly, "Even if we can't catch all the real culprits, at least we can exonerate the Libei Prince's family and clear their names."
Knowing that the Emperor was the biggest force behind the wrongful conviction of the Prince of Libei, Mu Chenshuang's eyes flickered and dimmed slightly. "Only with the opportunity to reinvestigate can we find as many people involved in the case as possible."
"Even if only one person pays the price for this, the wronged souls of the Libei King's family will be comforted." Mu Chenshuang lowered her eyes and couldn't help but think of Chengli, whom she had secretly adopted. If the case could be overturned, Chengli could stand upright in the sunlight from then on.
Just as Mu Chenshuang lowered her eyes and was lost in thought, she heard the Empress Dowager ask Feng Xilan beside her, "Crown Prince, what do you think?"
When suddenly asked the question, Feng Xilan immediately straightened up respectfully, looked up at the Empress Dowager and said, "Yes, that's what I think too. The case of the Prince of Libei is a hidden pain in the hearts of many soldiers. Although they don't mention it, I understand it in my heart."
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