The First Empress - Chapter 164
Chapter 164 Linglong Escape
After saying that, Ji Zhuhua’s expression changed drastically. He pointed at Linglong and said, “Do you know what you’re saying?”
Linglong smiled and said, “Your concubines have all admitted it. However, the sisters also need to listen to your concubines. When I last saw the plum blossoms, I went with Chen Chongyi.”
Chen Chongyi nodded her head repeatedly, “That’s right, and at the cold palace, my younger sister also stopped to watch for a while. I vaguely talked to my younger sister about something irrelevant. My younger sister told Qin’er that she wanted to send two old clothes to the concubines in the cold palace, because it was winter and the weather was cold …”
Imperial Concubine De couldn’t help but mutter “Amitabha.”
Chen Chongyi suddenly thought of something and nodded. “Yes, Bu Jieyu asked Xiao Zhuozi to deliver clothes at night because it was inconvenient in broad daylight.”
“That’s right.” Ji Zhuhua’s expression changed slightly as he said, “It’s true that there’s a suspicion of stealing the large and small bags in Eternal Alley. Go on.”
“However, it was a dark and windy night. This concubine remembered that this concubine and the Empress were the last to come down from Gao Po. At that time, the flames had already risen, and this concubine remembered that Lan Zhaoyuan greeted her, didn’t she?”
Ji Zhuhua also remembered, and then he nodded and said, “Yes, this palace remembered. At that time, there was already a red light.”
Lan Sou Yu hurriedly knelt down, her expression pale with shock. “This was something that a spy in this palace saw.”
“Eyeliner?” “Lan Zhaoyuan, are you looking for someone to follow Bu Jieyu?”
“This concubine saw that Bu Jieyu’s subordinates were sneaky, so she hurriedly followed Bu Jieyu. This concubine also knew that it was wrong, but at that time, there was really no other way. This concubine’s inspector said that Bu Jieyu’s Little Zhuozi was carrying something in his arms. How could he know that it wasn’t a flint?” At this point, there was a little grievance. Linglong smiled and said, “This concubine does not blame her for following this concubine. Then this concubine will continue.”
Ji Zhu Hua saw that Ling Long didn’t pursue the matter, so she could only listen. Ling Long adjusted her tone and said, “Since it’s late at night, I don’t think it’s clear to see people. Then how do you know that it’s Royal servant from the Concubine Palace? How do you know that? I’d like to consult the Empress on this point.”
Lan Sou Yu was speechless at this moment. After thinking for a long time, she said, “This concubine remembered that it was my servant’s servant, Sha Ling, who met and talked to Little Zhuo Zi. Sha Ling’s brother and Little Zhuo Zi are from the same hometown. They both know each other.”
At this point, Lan Shuyu realized that she had made a basic mistake. Someone behind her had already started to scoff. Imperial Concubine Shun said, “It’s strange that it’s like this. I’ve never seen anyone tell anyone that they were carrying a knife when they attacked. Haha …”
After saying that, even Ji Zhu Hua, who didn’t dare to laugh, had a faint smile. Lan Sou Yu looked at the dilemma and said, “In short, the only person who walked into the cold palace that night was such a small inspector, regardless of what she said to Sha Ling.”
When Linglong heard this, she felt that Lan Sou Yu was going to kill her, so she said, “This is the evidence. Is there anything else? This kind of thing is completely unconvincing. Even ordinary people find it ridiculous.” As Linglong spoke, her tone suddenly became a bit brave. She asked aggressively, “Since Shaling met Xiao Zhuozi, then I have a sentence. Why is Shaling there? Why did Xiao Zhuozi meet Xiao Zhuozi?”
This time, Lan Sou Yu was even more speechless. Ji Zhu Hua coldly asked, “Why is this?”
Lan Shuyu turned her eyes and said, “It was a coincidence.”
Ji Zhuhua smiled and said, “Forget it, let’s not talk about this anymore. This is just a matter of catching wind and shadows. Don’t bring it up again in the future, so as to avoid making people laugh.” After she finished speaking, there were already concubines laughing behind her. Mrs. Tong Jiashi asked, “Is this what the Empress said about breaking an iron hole?” “If that’s the case, I will remember one thing. Probably what Bu Concubine Jieyu said just now, the Empress will also make the decision. This is empty talk. Why don’t you let Sister Lan Zhaoyuan continue copying the Diamond Sutra to avoid spouting rumors? Secondly, you can also make Sister less impetuous.”
Everyone laughed heartily. Lan Sou Yu lowered her head, but she quickly remembered something and said, “I haven’t finished speaking yet. I still have one more thing to say. After saying that, even if the empress asks me to copy the Diamond Sutra, I will be speechless.”
Ji Zhuhua saw that there was still a last move, so he maintained his elegance and asked, “Continue.”
“Why don’t you gather the concubines in the harem and ask them.” After saying this, there were naturally people who agreed with the rebuttal, but Ji Zhuhua felt that it was fine to ask. He said, Summon the concubines of the cold palace.
Not long after, the smelly concubines had already rushed over. Fortunately, they recognized Linglong as soon as they walked in. A few sharp eyed people hurriedly said, “Thank you, Sister Jieyu, for your winter clothes. I have suffered.”
“Empress Jieyu’s clothes are very much liked by this palace. Perhaps this time, her long hair will be able to pull the Lord’s Heart.”
The moment the empress opened her mouth, Needless to say, she already knew about Linglong’s relationship with them, No one cared about these people all the year round. Linglong just said something casually and gave them clothes. They were grateful. Linglong’s heart was also warm. These people retreated. Linglong nodded gently and said, “Your Highness has a kind heart. Although they are abandoned imperial concubines, they are still human.”
Ji Zhuhua nodded and said, “I was the one who treated them badly in the past. The clothes from the next four seasons will still be delivered.”
Linglong slowly stood up, her entire body emitting a light aura. “Now, it’s time for the Empress to punish him, isn’t it?”
Ji Zhu Hua said coldly, “Lan Sou Yu, how many times have you tried to frame someone? This time, I will definitely not let you off lightly!”
Before she could finish speaking, Lan Sou Yu had already said, “Wait, Your Highness, I haven’t finished yet. Your Highness Jie Yu’s servant, Little Zhuo Zi, committed suicide last night. Your Highness Jie Yu hasn’t explained this matter yet. I hope Your Highness Jie Yu can explain it a little.”
Lan Shuyu’s expression was leisurely. Beautiful Eyes looked forward to Linglong, Linglong’s heart beat slightly. At the thought of Xiao Zhuozi’s tragic death, The pain in her heart was severe now, but it still couldn’t be shown on her face, so Tao Cheeks smiled and said, “Xiao Zhuozi is dead, but he didn’t commit suicide because he was afraid of sin. Xiao Zhuozi’s corpse is not mournful, it’s a favor that his concubines begged from the Emperor. Sisters can ask the coroner how Xiao Zhuozi died.” “This palace can only tell Lan Zhaoyuan that the Emperor was also in this palace when the news of his death came over last night. The Emperor personally said not to let the news leak. The Emperor can prove it to his subjects and concubines.”
Lan Sou Yu did not spit out her words, her face so pale that she did not have the slightest bit of blood.
Ji Zhu Hua said coldly, “Is there something fishy in this? Tell me, this palace will make decisions for you here. This palace used to see Little Zhuo Zi often. This palace thinks that Little Zhuo Zi’s home is by the sea. It is impossible to say that he drowned in the Taiye Lake, so this palace also wants to know the truth.”
Linglong was as angry as an orchid. She smiled gently and did not seem sad at all. The stone in her heart slowly landed on the ground.
‘”How did Xiao Zhuozi die? You can ask the coroner. The Emperor also knows about it. However, these things are trivial matters in the harem. I have heard of the saying,” Dead people can talk. “Then I want the coroner to say something.”
Not long after, a capable man walked in and bowed to the crowd. “Xiao Zhuozi was strangled to death before he died, and there were strangulation marks on his neck. Because the Emperor said that he would not mourn, this lowly official was also waiting here.”
“Strangled?” Ji Zhuhua seemed to have thought of something and said, “Could it be that I saw something that I shouldn’t have seen? I was silenced by someone. Bu Jieyu, tell me about it.” .
Her exquisite eyes were like clear water. The pain in his heart was severe, but he still tried his best to endure it. He looked at Lan Sou Yu and kowtowed heavily to the Empress, “This concubine has no other requests. I just don’t want Xiao Zhuozi to die in vain. This concubine will not swallow this breath. This concubine will investigate. I hope that the Empress will punish the executioner.” Lan Sou Yu looked at Lan Sou Yu behind her. Lan Sou Yu knew that the situation was better than others, so she hurriedly kowtowed and said, “It’s my fault. This concubine shouldn’t slander Sister Jieyu like this. It’s my concubine’s lard that has blinded my heart.”
“If you know your mistakes and can change them, how can you be so kind?” Ji Zhuhua smiled. “this time, “If you don’t have any evidence, don’t make a rumor. Bu Jieyu is the harem’s example. Lian Poojian is famous all the time. How could he set fire to her? Fortunately, things aren’t getting worse. Just like Tong Jia said, you should copy the Diamond Sutra. Don’t go out in the future, and don’t come to this palace. This palace doesn’t like those baseless words.”
Lan Sou Yu kowtowed repeatedly and looked fiercely at Ling Long. Ling Long only smiled and said, “Your Highness is impetuous. It’s best to copy the Buddhist scriptures properly. It won’t be long before this palace and Your Highness Zhaoyuan will face each other in court. At that time, Your Highness will not be like today.”
Lan Shuyu smiled bitterly. “No, next time, if there is no basis, I won’t say a single word. It seems that I have wronged my sister this time. I apologize to Jieyu sister.”
Every arrow in the investigation was pointed at Linglong, But as if something was wrong, Only now did she realize that she was mistaken. Actually, things weren’t that simple. Xiao Zhuozi was indeed killed by someone. Her heart was as clear as a mirror, but there was one person who couldn’t shake her foundation no matter what. This person wasn’t Bu Jieyu in front of her, but Ji Zhuhua, who was sitting high above her.
Ji Zhuhua looked at Lan Souyu and said, “This palace is not easy to deal with. I will immediately execute what I have said. Someone, pull Lan Souyu down. Don’t move around without this palace’s Phoenix Oracle.” Lan Sou Yu felt ashamed of herself and was caught in a daze.
Linglong did not dare to blaspheme the might of the heavens and said, “Thank you, Your Highness. As expected, Your Highness is not a benefactor. This concubine will investigate everything that follows. At that time, Your Highness, please continue to make decisions for this concubine.”
Ji Zhu Hua’s cold and arrogant eyes shook slightly. Linglong nodded and retreated.
Linglong looked at Ji Zhuhua and felt that Ji Zhuhua’s eyes were filled with fascination. “Don’t say anything without any basis in the future. I might as well tell all the sisters that I will be righteous and exterminate my family at a certain time. You guys should do it yourself.” Ji Zhuhua spat out words like pearls and quickly finished speaking.
The concubines quickly knelt down, their voices soft and crisp.
Linglong walked outside, and Chen Chongyi greeted her. “I was scared just now, so you didn’t say it earlier.”
Linglong looked at Chen Chongyi carefully and said, “Little sister is indeed worthy of the leak. She is not afraid of ghosts knocking on the door if she does not do anything wrong. Naturally, it is the soldiers who block her. There is no need to be afraid.” ‘”I know what you’re going to say,” Linglong said. “Now that things have not been investigated, I can only punish you like that. I don’t want to follow Lan Sou Yu’s lead until the end. Do you understand? It’s not that I’m unwilling to make a move, but I really can’t.”
Qin’er’s cheeks flushed red. With a “putong” sound, she knelt down. Linglong said, “Get up. Xiao Zhuozi is your fellow countryman. I know better than anyone else in my heart. I will do my best to protect his reputation.”
