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Chapter 248: The No. 33 Scholar’s Wife ()
Shen subconsciously wanted to hide behind Minister Fu, but she didn't know who pushed her out. A Ci pointed at Shen and spoke in a clear voice.
"It's this woman. Ever since I entered the Shangshu Mansion, she has been trying to harm me in various ways. I don't know why she's targeting me."
The prefect of Jingzhao cast a sinister look at Shen. The emperor loved the third prince the most.
The wife of the Minister of the Court couldn't grasp the immense wealth and power, and even dared to plot against the Third Prince. It seemed that she had no intention of saving her life.
"Master Wen."
Minister Fu and the prefect of Jingzhao nodded as a greeting, and Lord Wen said in a deep voice.
"I've been ordered to come here. Your Excellency, please don't be angry. The Third Prince has been poisoned. We need to investigate thoroughly. All the evidence points to Madam Fu. I can only ask Madam Fu to go to the Heavenly Prison and sit there."
Shen was very emotional. She looked at the prefect of Jingzhao and spoke quickly.
"It's easy to find a pretext to accuse someone of a crime. How can you arrest me without any evidence?"
Lord Wen smiled lightly. He was very careful in his work and would never have taken this trip without solid evidence.
Speaking of which, it was the eldest daughter of the Fu family who asked him to come to the Shangshu Mansion, and it was also her who gave him the evidence.
This is a good opportunity to build a career.
"The nanny beside you has been arrested, Madam. If you don't want to, I can only take you away by force."
Upon hearing this, before Shen could start to resist, Lord Wen had Shen taken away directly. The act of harming the prince was no small matter, and Shen would never be able to get out of the Sky Prison again in this life.
Shen was extremely panicked. She screamed and yelled, showing no sign of being the mistress of the house. She shouted at Minister Fu in an emotional breakdown.
"Master, I am several months pregnant with our Fu family's child. You can't just stand by and watch me die."
Minister Fu closed his eyes, feeling reluctant. However, after weighing the pros and cons, he knew that if he saved the Shen family, the entire Fu family would be doomed.
This idiot will never know how serious the crime of murdering the prince is. If she hadn't had such evil intentions, he would have been able to take credit for the Third Prince's work.
Minister Fu coldly shook off Shen's hand. Now that things had come to this, it was naturally impossible for her to ask him to help her exonerate herself.
In the end, Shen was taken away by the soldiers in despair. She had been with Minister Fu for twenty years and knew in her heart that she was the one who was abandoned. She might have to spend the rest of her life in the prison.
Shen wiped away her tears and consoled herself in her heart that at least Fu Qingning was dead and her daughter would no longer be a threat. So it seemed that she had not lost completely.
However, when Shen was shackled by the soldiers and left the Fu family's gate, she suddenly saw a luxurious carriage parked outside the door.
The curtain of the carriage was blown up by the breeze, revealing the appearance of the girl in the carriage. She was born with a stunning beauty and unparalleled beauty, but when Shen saw the girl's appearance, her heart turned cold to the extreme.
She was a very beautiful girl, with skin as white as snow, eyebrows as dark as distant mountains, eyes like rippling autumn water, lips that were naturally red, a face as rosy as a peach blossom with a smile, black hair that fell behind her like ink, and a light purple dress that made her figure graceful, like a fairy descending to earth.
She was sitting quietly in the carriage, looking ahead with cold eyes, as if everything around her had nothing to do with her.
Shen recognized the girl, it was Fu Qingning.
Shen's eyes widened, unable to believe what she saw. She had clearly heard the leader of the horse thieves report that Fu Qingning had fallen off a cliff and died, so how could he appear here?
Could this just be a woman who looked like Fu Qingning? But how could there be such a resemblance in this world?
Fu Qingning seemed to feel Shen's gaze, and turned his head slightly to look at her, with a sarcastic smile on his lips.
Shen suddenly felt a chill and shivered involuntarily.
Fu Qingning's appearance made Shen's mood very complicated, with both shock and fear.
She didn't know why Fu Qingning suddenly appeared, nor did she know what she would do next. But she knew that Fu Qingning would never let her go easily.
How could Fu Qingning still be alive? She wasn't even dead yet. Shen couldn't believe it and thought she had seen it wrong.
Shen tried her best to break free from the officers' restraints, but they held her tightly, preventing her from moving.
Her eyes were wild and desperate, and she struggled like a trapped beast, trying to get closer to the luxurious carriage.
However, no matter how hard she tried, she was unable to break through the officers' defenses.
At this moment, a group of servants from the Situ Mansion rushed forward and blocked Shen's way.
They looked at Shen indifferently, their eyes flashing with vigilance. One of the guards shouted with a cold face.
"How dare you! Do you think you can disturb Lord Situ?"
When Shen heard this, her anger intensified. She roared at the people in the carriage, her voice filled with resentment and unwillingness.
"Fu Qingning, you are not dead. What are you planning? Why are you still alive while we have suffered such a huge loss? What on earth did you do behind the scenes?"
Over the years, Shen has been working hard to manage her life. She thought she had everything under control and could live a stable and happy life.
But unexpectedly, she lost everything in just half a year.
Not only did she lose her wealth and status, but she also lost her husband's love.
All this happened so suddenly that she felt extremely painful and confused.
Shen's emotions became more and more complicated, and she began to doubt whether all this really had nothing to do with Fu Qingning.
Shen's eyes widened, staring at the carriage, as if she wanted to see through the carriage to the people inside.
She didn't believe that Fu Qingning would let them go so easily. There must be other conspiracies waiting for them.
At this moment, the girl in the carriage gently curled the corners of her mouth, revealing a mocking smile.
She slowly lifted the car curtain and watched everything happening outside with cold eyes.
Then, she got off the carriage lightly, followed closely by a handsome man.
He has a tall figure and elegant temperament, and looks like a person of extraordinary status.
Shi Qing smiled and said softly to Shen: "Shen, I am not dead. Are you disappointed?"
Her tone was light, as if she was making fun of Shen's misfortune.
Shen's eyes widened in disbelief. She was in great pain and muttered to herself.
"If you're alright, why is my situation so difficult to resolve? You're the child of that bitch Wan Baozhu, so how could I not be able to deal with you?"
Shen was shocked, her face full of disbelief. She originally thought she had a sure win, but now she found herself at a disadvantage and unable to fight back.
Fu Qingning grew up in the countryside and should have been able to control himself well, but he lost miserably.
Shi Qing smiled calmly and spoke in a calm tone.
"It's common for people to be unaware of things beyond their ken. It's not unfair that you lost to me. Shen, do you really think you can handle me with just your insignificant means?"
Upon hearing this, Shen burst into a tirade of curses, her words so vulgar and unbearable that it was hard to listen to. Shi Qing frowned slightly, her expression becoming serious. She slowly approached Shen and spoke softly.
"Instead of blaming me, why not pay more attention to your own daughter? Maybe she's not having a good life right now."
Shi Qing did not explain the matter too clearly, but only gave a vague hint.
After hearing these words, Shen became even more agitated, wanting to fight Shi Qing like crazy. However, the soldiers behind her acted in time and knocked her unconscious.
Lord Wen bowed respectfully to Situ Jin, his voice low and steady.
"Greetings, Lord Right Prime Minister. We have successfully apprehended the murderer who secretly poisoned the young prince. May I ask when you can bring His Highness back to the palace? The Emperor has been urging this matter."
That is the emperor's most favored third prince. It is not right for him to be living away from home all the time. At least the capital is not stable. If something happens to the third prince, what will the emperor do if he gets angry?
Situ Jin said in a deep voice, "I will take His Highness back to the palace today. As for the murderer who assassinated His Highness, I will have to trouble you, Lord Wen."
When Jingzhao Prefecture Governor Wen heard this, the smile on his face became even deeper. He certainly knew that what Situ Jin said was very interesting. The most important thing was to deal with Shen Shuer properly.
He has made great contributions this time, and the emperor will reward him well.
Shen Shu'er was taken away, and all the pearl hairpins and jewelry on her body were taken off. The usually graceful and elegant woman now looked as if she had aged many years.
Of course, Shi Qing would not let her go. After Shen Shuer was sent to the Sky Prison, he handed over the evidence of Shen Shuer's past assassination of Wan Baozhu.
Even if someone wanted to save Shen Shuer, it would be impossible.
Shen Shuer has been pretending for so many years, and now all the masks of disguise have been taken off, and there is no possibility of turning things around.
Shi Qing felt the pent-up energy in his chest suddenly dissipate. It must be the original owner's obsession.
The Shen family has now received the retribution they deserve, and the original owner's soul can rest in peace.
When Minister Fu rushed out of the mansion, he saw Shi Qing standing next to Situ Jin. His eyes widened in disbelief, and he spoke in a trembling voice.
"Qingqing, I'm so glad that you're safe and sound." Minister Fu said to Shi Qing with a loving look on his face.
However, the smile on Shi Qing's face gradually disappeared, and his voice became low and cold.
"I'm fine. Is Dad disappointed?"
Upon hearing these words, Minister Fu's expression changed slightly and turned pale in an instant.
He never expected that Shi Qing would contradict him so directly.
He knew very well that he owed Shi Qing something, but facing Shi Qing's questioning at this moment, he was speechless and didn't know how to answer.
After a moment's silence, Minister Fu spoke softly.
"You are my daughter. How can there be any overnight hatred between father and daughter? Shen's fate was entirely her own fault.
Qingqing, father knows that you are angry. No matter what you want to do, father will fully support you.
After saying that, Minister Fu slowly stretched out his arms and hugged Shi Qing tightly in his arms.
His body trembled slightly, as if he was afraid of losing the daughter in front of him. His tone was full of endless love and doting, as if he regarded Shi Qing as the only treasure in his life.
But Shi Qing was a quick traveler, so of course he knew that Minister Fu had lost everything now and wanted to hold on to what he had. He was not sympathizing with the original owner, but was worried about the discord in the family.
Perhaps, Minister Fu did feel some guilt deep in his heart.
However, the tragic ending of the Wan mother and daughter was all caused by him, so Minister Fu cannot be considered innocent.
Shi Qing pushed him away, his eyes sharp as torches, and said in a deep voice.
"You've long forgotten the past. If it weren't for the Third Prince's incident, would you have given up on the Shen family? And the gardener's body hidden in the backyard is the real reason why father has abandoned the Shen family."
Shi Qing said subtly that her father's preference for Shen was not overnight.
If he hadn't learned from the housekeeper that the child in Shen's belly was the gardener's, they wouldn't have fallen out.
He has always put his face first, so of course he doesn't care too much about other things.
Minister Fu wanted to speak to defend himself, but for some reason, his throat seemed to be blocked by something, preventing him from saying a word.
His mood was extremely complicated, with regret, helplessness, and a hint of despair.
Shi Qing's lips curled up slightly, revealing a faint smile. However, her eyes were calm, even a hint of indifference.
She shifted her gaze away from Minister Fu, as if looking at him any longer would make her feel disgusted.
"My grandmother has decided to settle in the capital, and she will come to visit me in the near future. Furthermore, my marriage to Master Situ has been finalized, and it will be in a month. When the time comes, please ask my father to personally see me off."
This was her last conversation with Minister Fu, and also the beginning of her complete severance of ties with the Fu family.
From now on, she will no longer have anything to do with Minister Fu, and the two will never have any contact with each other again.
All of this was the choice made by Minister Fu himself back then, and now he can't blame anyone else.
He chose that woman in the first place, so living alone until the end of his life was what he deserved.
Seeing the girl's resolute words, Minister Fu felt a pang of pain in his heart. He realized that the distance between him and his daughter was growing wider and wider, and it could no longer be restored.
In the past, he could easily get close to her, but now, the only relationship between them was blood.
Some opportunities, once missed, may never come back.
Minister Fu nodded with difficulty. He had never thought that Shi Qing and Situ Jin's marriage had already been decided, and he was the last one to know about it.
Shi Qing was also somewhat helpless, but marrying Situ Jin had many advantages and no disadvantages. At least, it would be easy to deal with Zhou Wenqing.
As for Situ Jin, for some unknown reason, the old lady of the Wan family was particularly fond of him. After confirming Shi Qing's feelings several times, the marriage between the two families was a perfect match.
After the Wan family's fabrics were sent to the palace, they unsurprisingly became royal merchants and had to pay tribute to the palace with fabrics every month. The most important thing was the fabrics for the emperor's birthday banquet, for which they needed to select the best fabrics.
Shi Qing guessed Shen's plan from the very beginning, so he played along with her. It was also his prediction that the third prince would be drugged.
So, Situ Jin reported the whereabouts of the third prince, and Shen was naturally apprehended for having evil intentions.
"You are now of marriageable age, and it's time for you to get married. When you get married, Dad will definitely give you a grand wedding."
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