The Rebirth of a Concubine's Daughter and Her Heartless Lover!

The Web of Intrigue

The moment Shen Qianyun collapsed, Shen Yiyao's heartbeat didn't slow down as she'd expected; instead, it intensified. She knew that while the immense threat of Shen Qianyun had been completely eliminated, the power struggle within the Shen Mansion was far from over. The enemies lurking in the shadows were far more cunning and dangerous than Shen Qianyun. Tonight, she not only had to completely eliminate the remnants of Shen Qianyun's power, but also find her own way out of this maze of power.

"Miss, Shen Qianyun is dead, but the remnants in the mansion have not been completely destroyed. We can't be careless." Nangong Xiu said in a low voice with a calm look.

Shen Yiyao nodded, her eyes still sharp as a knife: "I know. His death is just the beginning. The next layout is the real key."

She slowly walked past Shen Qianyun's body, her eyes devoid of regret or reluctance, only calm reflection. Shen Qianyun's death had certainly lifted a huge weight off her heart, but the conspiracy hidden behind this city was far more complex than she had ever imagined. Everything she did now was to stand out from this bloody storm and become the true ruler.

Shen Qianyun's death would inevitably trigger a greater storm. The power structure in the Shen Mansion would undergo a drastic change. And she must become the leader of this transformation.

"Clear all the remaining enemies immediately and don't give anyone a chance to counterattack." Shen Yiyao ordered coldly, turning her gaze to Shen Qianyun's confidants who were still standing in their original places.

Their faces were complicated as they looked at Shen Qianyun's body, their eyes filled with fear and unwillingness. These people might have been Shen Qianyun's loyal subordinates, but they were not stupid. After seeing Shen Qianyun's death, they naturally understood that they had long since become Shen Yiyao's enemies.

"Do it." Shen Yiyao ordered again in a cold voice.

As soon as she finished speaking, Nangong Xiu's men sprang into action. With a swift movement of their swords, Shen Qianyun's followers fell to the ground one after another. Within the secret room, only a few cold corpses and a silent atmosphere remained. Nangong Xiu walked over to Shen Yiyao and whispered, "Miss, Shen Qianyun's remaining followers have been eliminated, and the remaining forces have no chance of resurgence."

Shen Yiyao nodded slightly, without any expression of joy on her face. She looked out the door, as if she had already seen what was going to happen next.

"Next, we will face a power vacuum within the Shen Mansion." She said in a deep voice, "Although Shen Qianyun is dead, the lifeblood of the Shen Mansion is no longer in his hands. The true power of the Shen Mansion will always be in the hands of those aristocratic families."

"Yes, Miss. We must not only eliminate the remaining forces of Shen Qianyun, but also engage in a more complex game with those aristocratic families." A trace of caution flashed in Nangong Xiu's eyes. "Shen Qianyun is not the only enemy. We must be wary of those who are hiding behind the scenes."

Shen Yiyao raised her eyes and looked at Nangong Xiu calmly: "I understand. But this game must be fundamentally reversed. Although Shen Qianyun is dead, his death has only opened up a more complicated situation. I must not only eliminate the power of those aristocratic families, but also make all those who dare to challenge me pay the price."

Her tone was firm, and her eyes flashed with an icy edge, carrying unquestionable determination. Nangong Xiu didn't say anything more, but just stood silently beside her, lowering his head to accept her instructions.

"Send someone to secretly investigate how complicated the power system in the Shen Mansion is and who still controls everything. I want to know every secret force, even the smallest clue." Shen Yiyao's voice was low and calm.

"Yes, Miss." Nangong Xiu responded and turned to leave.

At this moment, Shen Yiyao stood alone beside Shen Qianyun's body, but she felt no respite. She knew that everything was just the beginning of a storm. Shen Qianyun's death would not easily change the power structure of the Shen family; instead, it would trigger a greater struggle. And she had to be the ultimate winner in this struggle.

"Shen Qianyun, your death is truly the beginning." Shen Yiyao whispered to herself, a deep glint in her eyes. Her fingers clenched slightly, her gaze fixed on a table not far away, where a densely packed map and plan lay. She knew there must be more secrets hidden within, and she would uncover them one by one.

As night fell, the starry sky outside the Shen Mansion remained bright, but the atmosphere inside the secret room grew increasingly heavy. Shen Yiyao took a deep breath and closed her eyes, as if preparing for the upcoming challenge.

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The next morning, the atmosphere in the Shen residence was unusually solemn. After a night of cleansing, the remnants of Shen Qianyun's followers had been completely eliminated. Shen Yiyao stood in the main hall of the Shen residence, her eyes as cold as ice, overlooking the crowd below. Today, the power vacancy left by Shen Qianyun's death would usher in a new struggle, and she must be the one to stand at the top.

"Pass the order down. Starting today, all power affairs in the Shen Mansion will be under my control." Shen Yiyao's voice echoed in the hall, calm and majestic.

The guards and stewards below all bowed their heads, accepting her orders without objection. Although Shen Qianyun's death had brought great turmoil, Shen Yiyao's calmness and decisiveness had made everyone dare not even think of resistance. She was no longer the weak and incompetent girl, but a true ruler who eliminated all threats without hesitation.

However, Shen Yiyao remained clear-headed. She understood that this was only the first step, and the road ahead would be even more difficult and arduous. She had to take each step carefully, eliminate all potential enemies, and completely consolidate the Shen family's rule.

"Miss, we have obtained some information about the movements of those aristocratic families." Nangong Xiu walked into the hall and reported in a low voice.

Shen Yiyao nodded slightly, a hint of coldness flashing in her eyes: "Those people thought that Shen Qianyun's death would allow them to reap the benefits, but they are wrong. I will let them know that the fate of the Shen family is in my hands."

She lowered her head, slowly gazing at the plan on the table, her gaze gradually becoming profound. The struggle for power never ceased, and she was destined to become the leader of this power struggle, writing her own legend.

"Get ready, Nangong Xiu. From now on, I will make every corner of the Shen Mansion serve me." Shen Yiyao's tone was cold, revealing an unshakable determination.

Nangong Xiu lowered his head in response, but his heart was moved. He knew that Shen Yiyao had completely transformed into a true ruler. No matter how difficult the road ahead, Yiyao was ready to face the challenge, and he would definitely stay by her side until the end.

At this moment, the main hall door was suddenly pushed open, and a guard hurried in: "Miss, there is a distinguished guest outside the city who wants to see you. His name is 'Bai Yueqin'."

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Chapter 20: Bai Yueqin's Visit