The princess regretted it.

When Lord Wang, the Grand Court Judge, mentioned the words "Grand Tutor's Mansion," Changsun Hongze's face instantly darkened like the sky before a storm, his eyes gleaming with uncontrollable fury. He stared intently at Lord Wang, his voice strained through his teeth as he spoke, "Grand Tutor's Mansion?" Those three words resonated like a heavy stone, resounding with a chilling thud throughout the Imperial Study.

No one noticed the furious and irritated look on Minister Lin's face. Unspeakable hatred welled up in his heart. If what Wang Zhengxing said was true, then he had been fooled. However, he was most worried that if the emperor realized what was happening, he would be in for another disaster.

Lord Wang lowered his head, not daring to meet the Emperor's gaze. He knew that the Emperor's anger had reached its peak, and if he wasn't careful, he might become the target of the Emperor's wrath.

After all, the Grand Tutor's House has long enjoyed the Emperor's unwavering favor, thanks to its pivotal position within the court. Though the Grand Tutor has retired from military service and no longer attends court affairs, he still holds the Emperor's trust. In the past, he provided counsel and rendered numerous valuable services. Minister of War Zhang Chengde oversaw the military affairs of the entire Jin Dynasty, and his son Zhang Hengrui currently serves as Commander-in-Chief of the Imperial Guards. Now, with the Grand Tutor's House implicated in such a matter, the Emperor's wrath is understandable.

"Are you sure he's talking about the Grand Tutor's Mansion?" Changsun Hongze asked again, his voice full of doubt and coldness.

"Your Majesty, I am certain. Before he was arrested, the thief did indeed say he was from the Grand Tutor's Mansion. I have already conducted a preliminary interrogation of him. Although he has not confessed yet, based on the clues I have, I believe this incident may indeed be related to the Grand Tutor's Mansion." Lord Wang replied cautiously.

The imperial study fell into silence again. Changsun Hongze sat at the desk, his face gloomy and unclear, as if shrouded in a thick haze. In fact, Changsun Hongze's heart was boiling like a raging sea. This matter was first directed at Jin'an, and now it involved the Grand Tutor's Mansion. Could it be that the Zhang family really took action against Jin'an? He also knew about the Zhang family's current behavior. If Yun Ji was really outstanding, he would not object to making him the crown prince. But Jin'an is just a woman, and she has no chance of becoming the crown prince. What kind of conflict of interest could there be between them? Or is there another hidden story behind it? The Grand Tutor's Mansion plays an important role in the court, and the Zhang family father and son hold important military power. If this matter is not handled properly, it may cause turmoil in the court. But if it is let go...

After a moment, he asked in a low voice, "Where is the driver now?"

Lord Wang quickly replied, "Your Majesty, the driver is currently being held in the Dali Temple prison."

"Interrogate him carefully. This coachman is an important witness. We must ensure his safety!" Changsun Hongze said in a stern tone.

"I obey your order!" Lord Wang responded respectfully with a solemn expression.

You can leave now!" Changsun Hongze said slowly, with a hint of fatigue in his voice.

Lord Wang bowed again and slowly exited the Imperial Study. He knew the Emperor needed time to consider how to handle this matter, and he needed to return to the Dali Temple as soon as possible. The arrangements for entering the palace had already been made, and he needed to return to review the results and see if anyone was truly so bold.

As soon as he walked out of the palace gate, the coachman guarding the palace gate saw him coming out and quickly drove the horse over and moved the carriage stool over. Lord Wang lifted his robe and quickly got on the carriage and said, "Let's go! Let's go back to the Dali Temple right away!" The coachman replied "Yes", then stepped on the horse and whipped it, and the carriage quickly went towards the Dali Temple.

He left at full speed, but the atmosphere in the imperial study remained tense and subdued. Minister Lin remained kneeling, while Changsun Hongze sat at the imperial desk, remaining silent for a long time. Eunuch Fuquan also stood quietly nearby. The entire imperial study was so silent that even breathing was difficult to hear.

About half a cup of tea later, Changsun Hongze's voice slowly rang out: "Lin Song, you have heard what the Dali Temple Minister said just now. What do you want to say?"

Minister Lin kowtowed heavily and said, "Your Majesty, I am guilty of failing to properly manage my family. This is my dereliction of duty. However, I am utterly loyal and sincere, without a trace of falsehood. I hope Your Majesty will understand!"

"I am not asking you about this now. What I want to know now is what you think about what Wang Zhengxing reported just now?" Changsun Hongze said in a deep voice, with scrutiny in his voice.

"This... I dare not make any rash comments!" Minister Lin replied in a trembling voice. This was not something he could discuss casually. It concerned the Grand Tutor's House. His daughter's affairs were most likely connected to someone in the palace, someone who had a prince by his side. Now that the Crown Prince had passed away young, the succession was still uncertain, and that person had the highest support. He simply didn't dare!

"Don't dare to make irresponsible remarks? Why don't you dare to make irresponsible remarks? Huh?" Chang Sun Hongze's voice sounded coldly, "Is it because you are afraid of someone?" Chang Sun Hongze asked coldly, as if he saw his concerns.

The profound meaning behind these words was far beyond the embarrassment of Princess Jin'an. Minister Lin was terrified and said hastily, "I, your Majesty, have absolutely no second thoughts! Please understand!"

At this moment, a eunuch walked in from outside the imperial study and reported, "Your Majesty, Princess Jin'an requests an audience!"