Rebirth of the Princess Pearl

Chapter 72: Escalation of Conspiracy and Counterattack

The morning sun shone in the courtyard of Shufangzhai, and the dew on the flowers sparkled. Xiaoyanzi got up early, jumping around in the courtyard, moving her body, and muttering: "Today, more people must know about Concubine Hua's conspiracy." Her eyes were firm, and her braids swung with her movements.

At this time, Ziwei also came out. Seeing Xiaoyanzi's look, she smiled softly. "Xiaoyanzi, you are really full of energy. But we have to be careful. Concubine Hua will definitely not sit still and wait for death." Ziwei's voice was gentle and steady. She walked to Xiaoyanzi and gently put her hand on Xiaoyanzi's shoulder.

Xiaoyanzi patted Ziwei's hand and said, "Ziwei, I know. But we can't be afraid of her. We have our reasons." Xiaoyanzi's expression was very serious. She looked into Ziwei's eyes and said.

Yongqi and Erkang also came over. Yongqi's steps were brisk, and he said, "Xiaoyanzi, Ziwei is right. We need to plan today's action carefully." Yongqi stood still, put his hands behind his back, and his eyes showed a trace of caution.

Erkang nodded in agreement and said, "Empress Hua must have noticed our actions by now. We must consider the various counterattacks she may take." Erkang's hand unconsciously rested on the hilt of the sword with a serious expression.

While they were discussing, Princess Seya came over. Princess Seya stood tall and straight, with the unique heroic spirit of a Mongolian woman. "In Mongolia, if the enemy starts to fight back, we must respond more bravely." Princess Seya crossed her arms and looked at everyone with a firm look.

Xiaoyanzi said excitedly: "Princess Seya, you are absolutely right. Let us bravely fight Empress Hua to the end." Xiaoyanzi waved her arms as if to cheer herself up.

Jinsuo was listening at the side, and she said with some concern: "But Gege, Concubine Hua is very powerful. Can we really defeat her?" Jinsuo frowned, with a hint of worry in her eyes.

Ziwei comforted her, "Jinsuo, we are not fighting alone. And we have the truth in our hands. As long as we unite, we will be able to succeed." Ziwei walked to Jinsuo and patted her arm gently.

Ertai also hurried over at this time. He said breathlessly: "I just got the news that Concubine Hua asked Concubine Li to arrange some people to spread rumors among the palace maids and eunuchs, saying that we deliberately fabricated the incident in the slum to frame her." There was a trace of anxiety on Ertai's face, and his eyes swept over everyone.

Xiaoyanzi jumped up angrily when she heard this. "What? How can she confuse right and wrong like this? We are clearly exposing her conspiracy." Xiaoyanzi's face flushed red and she clenched her fists.

Yongqi frowned and said, "It seems that Concubine Hua wants to confuse people. We can't let her succeed." Yongqi's eyes became cold, he looked at Xiaoyanzi and said, "Xiaoyanzi, we have to find a way to let everyone know that she is spreading rumors."

Erkang thought for a while and said, "We can let the palace maids and eunuchs who know the situation in the slum speak out. They can prove how kind and innocent the old people in the slum are, and we have no reason to frame Concubine Hua." Erkang's voice was steady and powerful, and his eyes were full of wisdom.

Ziwei nodded and said, "This is a good idea. We can start with the residents living near the slum. They know the situation there best." There was a glimmer of hope in Ziwei's eyes.

Xiaoyanzi immediately said, "Then let's go to the slum to find those residents now." Xiaoyanzi couldn't wait to take action, her eyes were full of eagerness.

So, Xiaoyanzi, Yongqi, Erkang, Ziwei, Princess Seya, Ertai and Jinsuo walked towards the slum.

The environment around the compound is a bit shabby, but it is full of the breath of life. Xiaoyanzi looked at the familiar scene with a lot of emotion in her heart. "The old people here are all good people, we must protect them." Xiaoyanzi said softly.

They began to look for residents door to door and explain their purpose. After hearing this, a gray-haired old man said angrily: "How could Concubine Hua do this? We are all honest people in the compound. The princesses have done so many good things for us. How could we allow others to frame us? I am willing to stand up and speak." The old man's eyes were full of anger, and his hands were shaking slightly.

Little Swallow said gratefully: "Thank you, grandpa. With your support, we are more confident." Tears flashed in Little Swallow's eyes, and she bowed deeply to the old man.

In this way, they found several residents who were willing to stand up. On the way back to the palace, Xiaoyanzi said happily: "Now let's see how Concubine Hua can continue to spread rumors." Her face was filled with a triumphant smile.

Yongqi said with some concern: "Although we have witnesses, we still need some strategies to make everyone in the palace believe us." Yongqi supported his chin with his hand and thought.

Erkang said: "We can bring these residents to the palace and let them tell the story of the slum themselves. At the same time, we can also expose the rumors spread by Concubine Hua." Erkang's expression was serious and his steps were firm and powerful.

Ziwei added: "We must also pay attention to protecting the safety of these residents. After all, the water in the palace is deep, and Concubine Hua may do something bad to them." Ziwei's voice was gentle but full of worry.

Princess Seya said: "In our Mongolia, protecting witnesses is very important. We must arrange accommodation for them and not let them come into any harm." Princess Seya's eyes were firm and she clenched her fists to show her determination.

After returning to the palace, they began to arrange accommodation for the residents and prepared to have them come forward to reveal the truth when the time was right.

In Yikun Palace, when Concubine Hua learned that Xiaoyanzi and others had gone to look for the residents of the compound, her face turned very ugly. "These people are really troublesome. Concubine Li, what do you think we should do now?" Concubine Hua sat on the chair, tapping the armrest with her fingers, her eyes filled with anger.

Concubine Li said tremblingly, "Sister, should we find another way to stop them?" There was a hint of fear in Concubine Li's eyes. She lowered her head and did not dare to look at Concubine Hua.

Empress Hua thought for a moment and said, "We can't let those residents enter the palace. Go and arrange some people to intercept them on the way. We can't let them ruin my good deeds." Empress Hua's eyes became cold, and the corners of her mouth rose slightly, revealing a sneer.

Concubine Li hesitated for a moment and said, "Sister, isn't it too risky to do this? If the emperor finds out, we'll be finished." Concubine Li's voice trembled a little.

Concubine Hua glared at her and said, "Why are you so timid? As long as you do it cleanly and neatly, you won't be discovered. Go and do it." There was unquestionable majesty in Concubine Hua's voice.

Concubine Li had no choice but to nod and say, "Yes, sister." Then she left in a hurry.

Xiaoyanzi and the others were unaware of Concubine Hua's plan, and they were actively preparing for it. Xiaoyanzi ran around in Shufangzhai and said to everyone, "We must make sure those residents dress neatly and tidy, so that people can believe their words more." Xiaoyanzi's eyes were full of excitement, and she gestured as she spoke.

Yongqi smiled and said, "Xiaoyanzi, you are right. But we also need to let them familiarize themselves with the rules of the palace, and nothing can go wrong." There was a hint of tenderness in Yongqi's eyes, and he thought Xiaoyanzi was very cute.

Erkang also said: "We also need to arrange the order in which they speak in advance and make things clear and logical." Erkang sat at the table, picked up a pen and began to write some key points. His expression was focused and serious.

Ziwei said to the residents, "Don't be nervous, just do what we say. We are all trying to expose the truth and protect the compound." Ziwei's voice was gentle and kind, and she was cheering up the residents.

Princess Seya said: "In our Mongolia, everyone will encourage each other when facing difficulties. You are all brave people, you can do it." Princess Seya's eyes were full of encouragement. She walked among the residents and cheered them on in the unique Mongolian way.

Ertai and Jinsuo also helped, preparing various necessary things.

However, when the residents were about to leave for the palace, they were blocked by a group of unidentified people at the palace gate. The leader said viciously: "You are not allowed to enter the palace, go back quickly." He had a fierce look in his eyes and held a stick in his hand.

After hearing the news, Xiaoyanzi and others rushed to the palace gate. Xiaoyanzi said angrily: "Who are you? Why are you blocking these residents from entering the palace?" Xiaoyanzi's eyes widened, she put her hands on her hips, and stood in front of the residents to protect them.

The man sneered and said, "We are acting on orders. You'd better not meddle in our business." He waved the stick in his hand threateningly.

Yongqi stepped forward and said, "Whose orders are you following? What you are doing is illegal." Yongqi's eyes were cold and his voice was low and majestic.

Erkang also drew his sword and said, "If you don't move out of the way, don't blame us for being rude." Erkang's expression was serious, and his sword flashed coldly in the sun.

Just when the two sides were in a stalemate, a loud shout was suddenly heard: "Stop it!" It turned out that Emperor Qianlong came over with a group of guards.

Emperor Qianlong frowned and said, "What's going on? Why are you making trouble at the palace gate?" Qianlong's voice was steady and majestic, and his eyes swept over everyone.

Xiaoyanzi hurriedly stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, these residents are here to testify about what happened in the slum. But these people blocked them from entering the palace. They must have been instructed by Concubine Hua." Xiaoyanzi's eyes were full of grievance, and she saluted Emperor Qianlong.

After hearing this, Emperor Qianlong's face became very serious. "Tell Concubine Hua to come and see me." Emperor Qianlong's voice was cold, and his eyes were filled with anger.

After receiving the news, Concubine Hua was shocked, but she still pretended to be calm and came to the palace gate. "Your Majesty, I don't know what happened to disturb your majesty?" Concubine Hua bowed, with a hint of doubt in her eyes.

Emperor Qianlong looked at Concubine Hua and said, "Concubine Hua, do you know that these residents are here to testify about what happened in the slum? Why did someone stop them from entering the palace? Did you order them to do so?" Emperor Qianlong stared at Concubine Hua, not missing any expression on her face.

Concubine Hua quickly shook her head and said, "Your Majesty, I am innocent. I knew nothing about this matter, and I would never instruct others to stop residents from entering the palace." Concubine Hua's voice sounded aggrieved, and a few tears squeezed out of her eyes.

Emperor Qianlong frowned and said, "I am not sure whether it was you who did it. But I will investigate this matter thoroughly. If you are behind this, I will never let you off easily." Emperor Qianlong's voice was full of majesty. He turned to Xiaoyanzi and others and said, "Let these residents enter the palace first. I want to hear their own stories."

Xiaoyanzi and the others happily led the residents into the palace. Concubine Hua looked at their backs with resentment in her eyes. She secretly swore in her heart that she would make Xiaoyanzi and the others pay the price. Xiaoyanzi and the others walked towards Emperor Qianlong's palace with confidence, believing that the truth would eventually come to light. (Subsequent content will be updated continuously)

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