The mistress is reborn, no one who bullies me can escape

Obviously, the prince was also suspicious about this matter. He stared ahead with a sharp gaze and slowly said, "Are you saying that there is someone behind this matter who is secretly making trouble?"

Xue Jinhua nodded without hesitation and said softly, "Yes, in my opinion, this person seems to have cleverly taken advantage of the current situation and even involved Concubine Chun."

Looking back to the past, when Concubine Chun was in Mobei, she might have indeed had an affair.

However, the imperial palace is, after all, an imperial palace with strict security and numerous rules.

As time goes by, the relationship between the two has become a thing of the past, and now they must have nothing to do with each other anymore.

But what is incredible is that the mastermind not only knew how to identify it by voice, but was also able to place Concubine Jing's jade pendant on Concubine Chun without anyone noticing, and was able to retrieve it safely afterwards.

Such means are truly amazing!

This is enough to prove that this person's true identity is definitely not simple.

For a moment, Xue Jinhua fell into deep confusion and could not figure out the key to the matter.

At the same time, Ling Yan, who was standing at the side, also frowned tightly and muttered to himself, "Could it be... that it was done by Prime Minister Xue himself?"

Yes, if it was really Lord Xue who planned all this personally, then all the situations on Concubine Jing's side could be explained.

However, what kind of complicated conspiracy and calculations are hidden in this? Everyone is puzzled.

As for Concubine Chun... Xue Jinhua had no idea what she was like at the moment and didn't dare to jump to conclusions.

Just as the two of them were lost in deep thought, Qing Yi ran over in a panic, shouting anxiously, "Your Highness, Crown Prince, Crown Princess, something bad has happened! Something terrible has happened!"

Xue Jinhua couldn't help but frown when she heard Qing Yi yelling like that, showing displeasure, but she still patiently asked, "Why are you so panicked?"

Qing Yi took a deep breath, calmed down a little, and then continued: "Replying to the Crown Princess, Lord Xue and Concubine Jing... they are dead!"

"What?" Upon hearing this, it was Xue Jinhua who was shocked this time. She opened her eyes wide with an expression of disbelief, and her voice unconsciously rose an octave.

"How could it be so fast? What on earth is going on?"

Qingyi quickly explained, "The Emperor was extremely angry about what happened between Prime Minister Xue and Concubine Jing. After returning to the palace, he sent poisoned wine to them without saying a word, and sentenced them to death."

Ling Yan on the side did not seem surprised by this result. He knew very well that his father had always been a ruthless person who acted decisively and resolutely.

The fact that we have been able to endure until now to deal with this matter can be considered the maximum tolerance.

Ling Yan calmly analyzed: "The royal family has its own dignity. Father did this simply because he didn't want this matter to continue to ferment and cause more trouble."

"After all, the fact that my father is in a coma has already made everyone panic. If a scandal within the royal family were to be spread at this critical juncture, it would undoubtedly make the situation even more chaotic, and might even lead to unpredictable consequences."

Ling Yan was very clear about these principles, and Xue Jinhua naturally knew them as well.

However, deep in her heart, she still had some worries and doubts: "If Fourth Brother died like this, then some key things may never be confirmed again." She frowned and thought secretly in her heart.

Ling Yan on the side held a different view. He shook his head and said, "That's not the case. Isn't there another person?"

Hearing this, she immediately reacted: "Are you referring to Concubine Chun?"

The prince nodded slightly to show his agreement.

At this time, Xue Jinhua immediately spoke up: "Although it was not Concubine Chun who was in the cold palace that day, she was undoubtedly the one who tipped off the person..."

Having said this, she paused and her expression became serious.

"If the Emperor knew about the relationship between Concubine Chun and Fourth Brother, he would definitely feel bad, right?" She sighed softly.

"But if I go to her to ask her at this time, I don't think she will tell me the truth." Xue Jinhua analyzed the current situation.

Ling Yan had a different view: "If you don't try, how can you know it won't work?"

Xue Jinhua was kindhearted to begin with, and she was soft-hearted in the end. In the end, she couldn't persuade Ling Yan, so she nodded and said, "Okay, then please take the trouble to arrange it, Your Highness."

The two were completely unaware of what was happening in the palace.

The day after their discussion.

Shocking news came from the palace - an earth-shattering event happened in the palace.

The emperor, who had been in a coma for many days and whose life or death was in danger, finally woke up amid everyone's anxious waiting and anticipation.

However, before people had time to breathe a sigh of relief, the bedroom where Concubine Jing lived caught fire.

The fire spread extremely fast and engulfed the entire palace in an instant.

Upon hearing the news, Prime Minister Xue rushed into the sea of ​​fire without hesitation, determined to rescue Concubine Jing who was trapped inside.

Unfortunately, things did not go as planned. While trying to save Concubine Jing, Prime Minister Xue failed to escape the fire and was unfortunately burned to death in the fire. When the emperor learned of the tragic news, he was extremely grief-stricken...

In order to express his respect for Prime Minister Xue who sacrificed his life to save others and to comfort the Xue family, the emperor ordered a large reward to be bestowed on the Xue family.

For a time, everyone in the government and the country was shocked.

However, after listening to Qingyi's detailed account, Xue Jinhua couldn't help but sneer in her heart.

Because she knew the truth...

Prime Minister Xue sacrificed his life heroically to save Concubine Jing, so the Emperor is grateful to the Xue family?

If it were someone who didn't know the inside story, he might really be deeply moved by Prime Minister Xue's righteous act.

But Xue Jinhua knew very well that how could the emperor be grateful to someone who dared to cuckold her?

I'm afraid the emperor would like to tear him into pieces immediately to relieve his hatred.

In fact, Xue Jinhua knew in her heart that the reason why the royal family rewarded the Xue family in such a high-profile manner was simply to cover up the truth and to appease the Xue family.

After all, the Xue family has lost three sons one after another, and the family power has been severely damaged. Now only the eldest son Xue is left.

Faced with such a heavy blow, how could the Xue family's anger be easily quelled?

Sure enough, the short three days passed in a flash.

A piece of good news from the border exploded in the court like a thunder! According to the spies, the enemy troops in Mobei suddenly moved south with great momentum and approached our border defense line.

Unfortunately, General Xue, who led the troops and fought bravely, was seriously injured and his condition was extremely critical...

I had no choice but to reluctantly ask the current emperor to send another capable general to take over the garrison.

You know, looking at the entire court at this moment, there are very few people who can compete with the extremely ferocious Mobei army.

Apart from General Xue, who had made great military achievements, who else would dare to step forward and take on this heavy responsibility? However, what is puzzling is that General Xue did not return to Beijing earlier or later, but chose to return at such a critical moment. The reason behind this is really intriguing.

Many people were suspicious and wondered if all this was done intentionally by General Xue.

Could it be that his action was just to speak up for his three sons?

Although the emperor was quite angry about General Xue's actions, he was also uneasy deep down in his heart.

After all, the border war is tense at the moment. If we fail to find suitable candidates in time to resist foreign invasion, the consequences will be disastrous.

The emperor summoned the prince to the palace overnight to discuss countermeasures.

However, Xue Jinhua, who was originally busy, unexpectedly became free.

She suddenly had an idea. Why not take advantage of the time now to invite Master Tiandao to come to her house? She wanted to know what her fate was like now. She thought about asking again.

Not long after, Master Tiandao came over.

As soon as Xue Jinhua saw Master Tiandao, she hurriedly asked, "Master Tiandao, now that Xue Laosi is dead, could you help me check if my fate is still being devoured?"

After saying this, she looked at the master expectantly, anxiety and uneasiness flashing in her eyes.

Master Tiandao slowly closed his eyes and stretched out his slender fingers. Time passed by and the whole room was so quiet that only the sound of slight breathing could be heard.

After a while, Master Tiandao slowly opened his eyes.

However, he shook his head slightly and said in a serious tone: "Madam, your fate is still being eroded by the devouring power."

Hearing these words, Xue Jinhua couldn't help but be shocked, and countless thoughts flashed through her mind in an instant.

Since it wasn't his fourth brother who caused his fate to be devoured, then who was it?

Could it be the eldest brother?

After all, the only relatives who are related to him by blood are Old Madam Xue, General Xue, and Big Brother Xue...

Thinking of this, a terrible idea gradually emerged in Xue Jinhua's mind: If these three people were killed, would he be able to completely get rid of the bad luck of having his fate devoured?

"Crown Princess, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has made all the arrangements, and Concubine Chun is waiting there." Qingyi said softly, interrupting the thoughts of the people in the room.

Upon seeing this, Master Tiandao, who was standing by, bowed slightly and saluted tactfully, then turned around and left quietly.

Xue Jinhua nodded slightly, then changed into a simple yet dignified dress, and walked towards the palace with light steps.

After Concubine Jing died, the emperor somehow suddenly remembered Concubine Chun who had been neglected for a long time.

Concubine Chun was born with natural beauty, a pretty face and eternal youth. Her gentle and pleasant personality made her quickly regain the favor and love of the Emperor.

Although the emperor's love for her was not as deep and strong as it once was for Concubine Jing, compared with her past neglect, this treatment now was already considered quite generous.

Not only that, Concubine Chun no longer had to submit to Concubine Jing's power and swallow her anger. She also had a palace of her own and became the true master of the palace.

However, when she saw Xue Jinhua coming to visit, Concubine Chun remained humble and respectful as usual.

Concubine Chun smiled and asked softly, "Crown Princess, I heard you wanted to see me. What's the matter?"

As she spoke, her eyes unconsciously turned towards the bedroom in the distance where Concubine Jing once lived.

Xue Jinhua followed Concubine Chun's line of sight and thought to herself: She is probably not missing the deceased Concubine Jing, but is probably thinking more about Fourth Brother?

Thinking of this, Xue Jinhua couldn't help but frowned slightly and fell into a brief silence.

"Empress Chun, there is something I don't understand, I hope you can help me understand it."

Xue Jinhua didn't want to drag things out and spoke directly.

Concubine Chun was slightly startled, raised her eyes to look at Xue Jinhua, and asked doubtfully: "Oh? What makes you so confused? Just tell me."

"When you were in the Empress Dowager's bedroom that day, I don't know why you had a jade pendant like that on your body." Xue Jinhua's eyes were fixed on Concubine Chun, and her tone was serious.

When Concubine Chun heard this, her eyebrows slightly frowned, and she looked puzzled, and asked back, "What jade pendant? How come I don't have any impression of it?"

Xue Jinhua did not say anything, but her expression became more solemn. She stared straight at Concubine Chun, as if she wanted to see through her eyes what she was really thinking, in order to judge whether Concubine Chun was lying.

However, what surprised Xue Jinhua was that in Concubine Chun's eyes, which were as clear as water and without any impurities, she saw only innocence and purity, without any clues at all.

Could it be that... Concubine Chun really knows nothing about this?

"Empress Chun, have you forgotten? It is the jade pendant that the Empress Dowager gave you."

"The jade pendant will make some kind of sound when it walks."

At this moment, the palace maid standing at the side hurriedly stepped forward and explained softly to Xue Jinhua: "Crown Princess, Concubine Chun is not of Han descent, and her grasp of Chinese is limited. She is unable to fully understand the meaning of many complex words and expressions."

"The reason why this happened this time is actually because the Queen Mother thought that Concubine Chun's manners when walking were not dignified enough and lacked proper manners, so she rewarded her with a jade pendant and told her to try to avoid making any noise when walking."

Hearing this, Xue Jinhua could not help but frown slightly, thinking to herself: Could it be that the Queen Mother did it, not Concubine Jing? Thinking of this, she turned her gaze to Concubine Chun and asked with a little doubt: "Then Concubine Chun, where is the jade pendant now?"

The maid smiled slightly upon hearing this, and then replied: "Your Highness, you don't know. After our Highness returned to the palace, the Queen Mother sent someone to take the jade pendant away."

This situation was within Xue Jinhua's expectations. After all, it was easy to take back the things bestowed by the Queen Mother.

However, despite this, the strange feeling in her heart could not be shaken off, as if there were some unknown secrets hidden behind this matter.

Or is this all just a coincidence?

But why do I always feel that something is wrong?

Just as Xue Jinhua was lost in thought, Concubine Chun saw that she was still half-believing and half-doubting, so she couldn't help but ask again: "Crown Princess, do you have anything else to say?"

"Empress Chun, is there really nothing between you and that Prime Minister?" The Crown Princess stared at Concubine Chun sharply, as if she wanted to see through her eyes to see her true thoughts deep in her heart.

Concubine Chun frowned slightly and said, "Crown Princess, I know you may have doubts about what I said, but what I said is true. It is true that the Prime Minister and I were old acquaintances, but those past events have long since disappeared like smoke."

“Even if I have the courage of a god, I would never dare to ignore my own father and mother. They are old, how can I let them suffer shame because of me?” At this point, Concubine Chun couldn't help but have tears in her eyes and her voice was slightly choked.