The Legend of Zhen Huan: Rebirth of An Lingrong: Counterattack to Become the Queen Mother

Zhen Huan bit her lower lip lightly, her eyes determined: "Even though the Empress Dowager doesn't completely believe us, we are not lying. We must get to the bottom of the truth!"

An Lingrong nodded slightly: "Huan'er, since the Empress Dowager will send people to investigate, we should first organize the evidence on hand to avoid being passive."

Hua Fei's beautiful eyes were filled with anger: "Humph! The Queen's followers will definitely take advantage of this opportunity to disrupt the situation. We can't just sit there and wait for death."

Zhen Huan flicked her sleeves lightly and said, "Don't worry, sister. Let's go back to our respective palaces first and secretly monitor the movements in the palace. If there is any news, we will communicate immediately."

Back at the palace, Zhen Huan summoned Jin Xi and said, "Go find some reliable people to keep an eye on the area around the Queen's palace. If anyone suspicious comes in or out, report it immediately."

Jin Xi responded respectfully: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, I will definitely see to it."

In her own palace, An Lingrong instructed Baojuan, "Go to the Imperial Hospital and quietly inquire whether the Empress has had any contact with the Imperial Physician recently. Pay special attention to whether any unusual prescriptions have been prescribed."

Baojuan said, "My lady, I understand and will be careful."

Concubine Hua paced around the palace: "I don't believe that the Queen can turn the tables. If I can find any evidence against her, I will destroy her forever!"

A few days later, in Zhen Huan's palace.

Jin Xi hurried over to report, "Your Majesty, there have been young eunuchs coming in and out of the Queen's Palace recently. They seem to be delivering something, but due to the tight security, we haven't been able to see the details."

Zhen Huan frowned, "There must be something fishy going on. Go investigate again and make sure you get to the bottom of it."

At the same time, at An Lingrong's place.

Baojuan replied, "My lady, the Imperial Hospital has not found any unusual prescriptions for the Queen. However, one of the Imperial Physicians seemed to be hiding something, and this servant finds it suspicious."

An Lingrong's eyes glared. "Who is that imperial physician? Can you find out?"

Baojuan said, "It's Doctor Li. He seems to have old acquaintances with the Queen's mother's family."

An Lingrong stood up and said, "I will discuss this with Huan'er. This matter cannot be underestimated."

Zhen Huan meets An Lingrong.

An Lingrong said anxiously, "Huan'er, there might be something wrong with Imperial Physician Li. Perhaps he's connected to the Queen's secret plot."

Zhen Huan pondered for a moment. "We can devise a plan to lure Imperial Physician Li out of his shell. Lingrong, do you have any ideas?"

An Lingrong thought for a moment and said, "I can concoct a spice that will make people relax their guard and talk more. Then I can find a pretext to have Imperial Physician Li come, and perhaps I can get some information out of them."

Zhen Huan nodded: "This is a very good plan. You go and prepare the spices, and I will arrange for Doctor Li."

Zhen Huan summoned Doctor Li: "Doctor Li, the Queen has been feeling a little unwell recently. I've heard that you are an excellent doctor, so I'd like you to come and see her."

Imperial Physician Li hurriedly said, "As long as the Imperial Concubine Xi has summoned you, I will do my best."

When Imperial Physician Li arrived, An Lingrong had already set up spices in Zhen Huan's palace.

Zhen Huan whispered, "Doctor Li, I've been feeling restless and irritable lately, and having trouble sleeping at night. Please take a closer look."

After taking the patient's pulse, Doctor Li hesitated to speak.

An Lingrong whispered beside him, "Doctor Li, please feel free to speak. The Empress just wants to get well soon."

Doctor Li hesitated, inhaled the spices, and gradually relaxed. "Your Majesty, your humble servant...your humble servant is in a difficult situation. The Empress has instructed that if anyone asks about certain medicinal herbs, they must be kept secret."

Zhen Huan and An Lingrong exchanged a glance, and Zhen Huan said, "Which herbs? Tell me the truth."

Doctor Li said, "It's a medicinal herb that can render a person unconscious and leave no trace. I only know that the Queen sent people outside the palace to look for it. I don't know anything else."

Zhen Huan said coldly, "Do you know that this is a grave crime of murdering the Emperor? If you conceal this, I will not forgive you."

Doctor Li was horrified: "Your Majesty, I am forced to do this!"

An Lingrong said, "If you wish to atone for your sins, then write down everything you know about the Empress. Perhaps I can plead for you with the Emperor."

Doctor Li had no choice but to write down what he knew.

Concubine Hua rushed over after hearing the news: "Humph! This Queen is truly treacherous and cunning. She attempted to murder the Emperor with such means and even wanted to drag the Imperial Physician to be buried with him."

Zhen Huan said in a deep voice, "We will present this evidence to the Emperor and see what he decides. However, the Empress Dowager has sent people to investigate, so we must not ignore it. We must be careful and not give anyone any evidence against us."

An Lingrong said, "Huan'er is right. We must expose the Queen's crimes while also protecting ourselves in this complex situation. We must continue to persevere in this harem, moving forward towards truth and peace, and writing our own legendary chapter. No matter how difficult the road ahead, our faith is as firm as a rock, and we will never give up."