Reborn, I am doing involution on Jinshan

The three of them hurried back to Xiao Ruiyue's boudoir. Xiao Ruiyue was staring at the door eagerly, and when she saw them coming back, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.

"Xiao Yue'er, my precious daughter, may the ancestors bless you with the antidote."

Dongfang Huang hurried forward and handed her the medicine bottle with the crane pattern. Xiao Ruiyue took the bottle, examined it carefully, and a look of joy appeared in her eyes: "This is it!"

Sima Xiaotiao was very considerate and handed her some water. She opened the medicine bottle, and the rich aroma of medicine filled her nostrils. She poured out a large, dark pill. After swallowing it, she felt a warm current surge through her body, and her spirits gradually improved. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

Pang Zhengxiang, the commander of the Crown Prince's guards, came in, bowed slightly, and said, "Crown Prince, Lord Chai has sent someone to invite you to assist the Ministry of Justice in the investigation of the Empress Dowager's assassination."

"He's really a loser. With so many people in the Ministry of Justice, do they still need the Crown Prince to assist them?" Dongfang Huang said sarcastically.

Zhao Ran said, "There are over a hundred people in the Ministry of Justice."

Crown Prince Dongfang Hao waved his hand, his expression calm: "No problem, since the Ministry of Justice has invited me, I will go."

After saying that, he turned to look at Xiao Ruiyue and said with concern, "You should take good care of yourself. I'll be back soon." Xiao Ruiyue nodded, her eyes full of worry: "Brother Hao, you must be careful."

Xiaomei and a few maids came in carrying some food and smiled faintly: "If you want to go there, eat first."

"That's right, if the sky falls, there are tall people to hold it up. Aunt Mei, bring some delicious food over, I'm really a little hungry. Taizihao, sit down, sit down quickly. Are you stupid? Why are you in such a hurry to do your work?" Sima Xiaotao teased with a wink, and everyone was amused by her theory.

"Everyone, come here and sit down. Find a seat and sit down. Xiaohong, sit down quickly. You have worked the hardest today. I am really hungry. This smell makes my mouth water. Thank you, Auntie Xiaomei, for bringing us food." Xiao Ruiyue also pulled Caihong and forced her to sit next to her.

Dongfang Hao and Pang Zhengxiang exchanged a glance and smiled: "Miss Xiaotao is always humorous and funny. She is an interesting and wonderful person. It's really stupid that the emperor is not anxious while the eunuch is."

"I had a fight with that bastard, and I'm hungry too." Zhao Ran followed the crowd and sat down as well: "Madam, thank you for your hard work."

Xiaomei happily opened the food box and filled the table: "It's not hard. I know some of you still have official business to attend to, so I won't serve any drinks today."

"Hurry up and start eating. If it's not enough, I'll ask the cook to add more dishes. This is made in a hurry, and all the ingredients are ready. I'll make whatever I have. Please don't be dissatisfied, gentlemen." She curled her lips slightly and served enthusiastically.

Dongfang Huang looked at Zhao Ran with a smile: "What more could I ask for? Brother Ran and Xiaomei are a match made in heaven. Thank you for your hard work, Xiaomei. You can sit down too. There are maids here."

She understood immediately, sent the two maids away, and sat down gracefully.

"Well, I'll obey your command. Princess, do you look better?"

Caihong said excitedly: "Princess, I've taken the antidote."

She understood immediately and greeted enthusiastically: "Hurry up and use your chopsticks, Yue'er, use your chopsticks, Taozi, tell me what you like to eat, and I will make it for you next time."

Dongfang Hao smiled and took up the chopsticks first, saying, "Auntie Xiaomei, you're too polite. It looks so delicious just by looking at it. How could I dislike it?"

As he spoke, he picked up a piece of food with chopsticks and put it into his mouth. A satisfied expression immediately appeared on his face. "Well, it tastes really good. Aunt Mei's cooking skills are amazing."

Pang Zhengxiang also picked up his chopsticks and praised, "It's really delicious. The cooking skills are on par with those of the chefs in the restaurant."

Zhao Ran was even more unceremonious. He ate with big mouthfuls, mumbling as he ate, "Oh, I had a fight with the dog man, and my stomach is almost empty. This table full of food is simply a lifesaver."

Seeing everyone enjoying the meal, Xiaomei smiled until her eyes narrowed into slits: "As long as the adults like it, I'm glad. There is a chef in the mansion, I just help to match the ingredients."

Although she was the kitchen manager, she did not dare to be proud of her achievements, lest the news get to the head chef Wang Hui, who would quit and cause trouble.

She turned to look at Dongfang Huang and asked, "Your Highness, you have been very busy lately and have to take care of the princess. You must take care of your health and not overwork yourself. I will be very sad when the princess returns."

Dongfang Huang nodded slightly and said, "Thank you for your concern, Miss Xiaomei. I will pay attention to it. However, the current situation is complicated and many things need to be dealt with as soon as possible. I really can't afford to slack off."

Pang Zhengxiang put down his chopsticks and his expression became serious. "Your Highness, the princes are constantly making small moves. They may be jealous of your friendship with my Crown Prince and are causing trouble frequently. Bring more guards with you when you go out. We were attacked when we entered the palace today. Fortunately, one of the guards was only slightly injured."

Dongfang Hao frowned slightly, and after a moment of contemplation, he said, "Master Pang is absolutely right. Remember to send someone to reward the butcher generously."

Little Ruiyue's eyes widened and she asked curiously, "Brother Crown Prince, why did you reward the butcher?"

Dongfang Hao smiled and explained, "When we were attacked today, the butcher happened to be nearby, along with a few farmers dressed as hunters. I revealed my identity as a prince and asked for help. They picked up their butcher knives and helped us block a few attacks from the assassins, which gave the guards a chance to protect us. He can be considered to have done a great job in protecting the emperor."

"We should reward our savior." Everyone nodded and expressed their admiration for the bravery of the meat vendor.

At this moment, Xiao Ruiyue suddenly thought of something and said, "Brother Hao, will it be dangerous for you to assist in the investigation of the Queen Mother's assassination? The assassin might be backed by a powerful force."

Dongfang Hao patted her hand and comforted her, "Don't worry, I know what's going on. This investigation by the Ministry of Justice is also an opportunity. Maybe we can find out the mastermind behind this."

"The Queen Mother was assassinated, the Princess was poisoned, and then the Crown Prince was assassinated. Let's first classify them as one organization. Let's discuss why they are in such a hurry?" Sima Xiaotao analyzed.

Zhao Ran agreed: "He was assassinated, and after failing to kill the big one, he tried to kill the small one. There is no coincidence in the world. There are too many coincidences." Several people fell into deep thought again.

After a brief silence, Dongfang Hao looked at Dongfang Huang and said, "Uncle, Xiaoyue has taken the antidote. Let's ask the court doctor to come and see how she is recovering before we can proceed to the next step."

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Huang nodded immediately, went out anxiously, called the servant and ordered: "Go quickly, invite the court doctor, and have him come to the princess's room immediately." After receiving the order, the servant ran away like an arrow.

Dongfang Hao turned his gaze back to the crowd and said solemnly, "Miss Xiaotao's analysis is reasonable. These incidents have occurred one after another and are definitely not accidental. They are most likely manipulated by the same force. However, this force is extremely hidden, and we have not yet figured out their details."

Zhao Ran echoed, "The enemy is in the dark, while we are in the light. Prince, there's no need to worry too much. If you lose your composure, the Han Dynasty will seize the throne, even more brutal than our Meng Kingdom. Princes have fought for power since ancient times. As long as you become the crown prince, you will naturally become a thorn in their side, and they will use any means to get you there. No matter what the world is like, you cannot let anyone upset your will."

"I understand your lesson, Uncle Ran, what you said is absolutely right. I will always be vigilant and not be used by the enemy." Dongfang Hao nodded.

Several girls nodded, and little Ruiyue interrupted, "So, Mingzhu has been making things difficult for me because she's a concubine's daughter, just because I'm a princess?"

Xiaomei held her hand and said, "Don't be afraid, Yue'er. I will help you keep an eye on her."

Dongfang Huang comforted her: "When Mingzhu reaches the age of marriage, father will marry her off immediately and see what she does."