The whole family was brutally murdered? The ruthless heiress's eldest daughter went berserk aft

"Please wait a moment, Madam. His Majesty will be here shortly," the eunuch said respectfully before leaving.

Murong Xuewei glanced around, her heart filled with vigilance. This was clearly not a place for receiving ministers normally. Just then, another eunuch entered.

"Madam Murong, the Emperor requests your presence. Please follow me."

Murong Xuewei was about to follow when the eunuch said to Liuli, "His Majesty has ordered that only Madam Murong be seen. This young lady, please wait here."

Before Liuli could speak, Murong Xuewei gently patted her hand: "It's alright, you wait here for me."

Liuli looked at Murong Xuewei with concern, but could only nod in agreement.

Following the eunuch through several corridors, Murong Xuewei arrived at an elegant little hall.

Xiao Yi was already seated inside, and when he saw Murong Xuewei, a hint of amazement flashed in his eyes.

"Madam Murong, please have a seat," Xiao Yi said with a smile.

Murong Xuewei suppressed her discomfort and respectfully bowed, saying, "This humble woman greets Your Majesty."

Xiao Yi waved his hand: "No need for formalities. I summoned you here today to hear your opinion on Gu Ye's case."

Murong Xuewei carefully chose her words: "This humble woman is foolish and dares not presume to discuss matters of state. I only hope that Your Majesty will investigate thoroughly and restore Gu Ye's innocence."

Xiao Yi smiled meaningfully: "Oh? It seems Madam Murong trusts her husband quite a bit. Someone, bring tea."

A palace maid came in carrying a tea tray and poured a cup of tea for Murong Xuewei.

Xiao Yi gestured for Murong Xuewei to drink some tea: "Try it, this is top-quality Longjing."

Murong Xuewei's alarm bells rang loudly; her intuition told her that something had definitely been added to the tea.

However, Murong Xuewei knew that if she refused to drink the tea, it might arouse Xiao Yi's suspicion.

After much hesitation, she finally picked up the teacup and took a small sip.

Xiao Yi nodded in satisfaction and continued, "I also believe Gu Ye is a loyal minister. However, this matter involves many aspects and requires careful handling. Don't you agree, Lady Murong?"

Murong Xuewei was about to answer when she suddenly felt dizzy.

Murong Xuewei realized that there was indeed something wrong with the tea. But for Gu Ye's sake, she had to force herself to answer, "Your Majesty is wise. This humble woman believes that under Your Majesty's brilliant leadership, Gu Ye's innocence will surely be cleared."

Seeing Murong Xuewei's expression change slightly, Xiao Yi's eyes flashed with a triumphant smile.

Xiao Yi stood up and slowly walked towards Murong Xuewei: "Madam Murong, you seem unwell. Do you need my help?"

Murong Xuewei, fighting off the dizziness, managed to stand up: "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I am fine."

Xiao Yi had already reached Murong Xuewei's side, reaching out to support her shoulder: "Don't be stubborn. Come, let me take a good look at you."

Murong Xuewei felt a wave of nausea, but she knew she couldn't reveal the slightest flaw at this moment. She forced herself to remain calm and said softly, "Your Majesty, this humble woman..."

Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Yi had already reached out and touched her cheek. Murong Xuewei instinctively tried to back away, but Xiao Yi held her tightly.

"Madam Murong, you are truly beautiful." Xiao Yi's voice deepened, a dangerous glint in his eyes.

Just at this critical moment, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly came from outside the door.

"Your Majesty!" Empress Ning Huaiyu's voice rang out, "I've prepared a nourishing soup for you and come to present it to you."

Xiao Yi's expression changed, and he quickly released Murong Xuewei. He said coldly, "Why has my beloved concubine come?"

Ning Huaiyu pushed open the door and entered. When she saw Murong Xuewei there, a look of surprise and anger flashed in her eyes.

But she quickly concealed her emotions and said respectfully, "Your Majesty, I heard that Your Majesty was handling state affairs, so I specially prepared a nourishing soup. I didn't expect Lady Murong to be here as well."

Xiao Yi was somewhat displeased: "I am discussing important matters with Lady Murong. My beloved consort, you may leave now."

Ning Huaiyu stepped forward calmly: "Your Majesty is busy with many affairs of state, so you must take care of your health. This nourishing soup cannot be delayed." As she spoke, she handed the soup bowl to Xiao Yi.

Xiao Yi had no choice but to take the soup bowl. Just then, another series of footsteps approached.

"Your Majesty!" Prime Minister Su's voice rang out, "I have important matters to report!"

Xiao Yi's expression grew even more grim: "What's going on? Why are so many people bothering me today?"

Prime Minister Su strode in, and upon seeing the scene inside, a knowing glint flashed in his eyes.

Prime Minister Su feigned surprise, saying, "Ah, so Your Majesty is here. I have urgent military intelligence to report, concerning the safety of the border. I request Your Majesty to proceed to the Imperial Study."

Xiao Yi glanced at Murong Xuewei, then at Prime Minister Su, and finally sighed helplessly, "Very well. Madam Murong, you should go back and rest. We can discuss this another day."

Murong Xuewei, suppressing her dizziness, managed a weak bow: "This humble woman takes her leave."

After Xiao Yi and Prime Minister Su left, Ning Huaiyu coldly looked at Murong Xuewei: "Madam Murong, you'd better know your place. Don't covet things you shouldn't have."

Murong Xuewei, forcing out the last vestige of her clarity, replied calmly, "Your Majesty is too kind. This humble woman is merely seeking justice for my husband; I have no other intentions."

Ning Huaiyu snorted coldly and turned to leave.

Murong Xuewei staggered out of the small hall, and as soon as she reached the corridor, she was supported by Liuli, who had been waiting for her.

"Madam! Are you alright?" Liuli asked worriedly.

Murong Xuewei forced a smile: "It's alright. Let's hurry back."

Just then, Murong Yuxuan arrived hurriedly with several guards. Seeing Murong Xuewei's condition, his expression changed drastically: "Xuewei! What happened to you?"

Murong Xuewei was speechless; she could only shake her head slightly.

Murong Yuxuan immediately understood what had happened and was furious. But he knew that the most important thing now was to leave the palace as soon as possible.

"Quick, let's go!"

Under Murong Yuxuan's escort, Murong Xuewei finally left the palace safely. Upon returning to the General's Mansion, Murong Xuewei immediately fell into a deep sleep.

Murong Yuxuan stood guard by the bedside, his eyes filled with worry and anger. He whispered to Liuli, "Go and fetch Zhang Jing, and be quick!"

Liuli nodded and immediately went to invite Zhang Jing.

Looking at the sleeping Xue Wei, Murong Yuxuan secretly vowed: He must find out the whole story and get justice for Xue Wei and General Gu!

As night fell, the General's Mansion fell silent. In Murong Xuewei's room, Zhang Jing was taking her pulse.

"How is the situation?" Murong Yuxuan asked anxiously.

Zhang Jing withdrew his hand, his expression grave: "The poisoning isn't severe, but because the lady is pregnant, the situation is rather complicated. She needs slow and careful treatment."

Murong Yuxuan breathed a sigh of relief, then asked, "That child...?"

Zhang Jing shook his head: "It's hard to say right now. We'll have to see how well he recovers over the next few days."

Just then, Murong Xuewei slowly woke up. She weakly opened her eyes, saw the people in the room, and forced a smile: "Yu Xuan, Doctor Zhang..."

Murong Yuxuan quickly stepped forward: "Xuewei, how are you feeling?"

Murong Xuewei gently shook her head: "It's nothing. I'm just a little dizzy. Gu Ye, he..."

Murong Yuxuan comforted her, "General Gu is alright. Xuewei, don't think too much about it, just get some rest."

Murong Xuewei insisted, "No, I must find out the truth as soon as possible. There must be more to His Majesty's actions today than meets the eye."

Zhang Jing interjected, "Madam, your health isn't suited for strenuous activity right now. You should rest and recuperate."

Murong Xuewei was about to retort when she suddenly felt a sharp pain in her abdomen. Her expression changed, and she gripped Murong Yuxuan's hand tightly.

"Xue Wei!" Murong Yuxuan exclaimed.

Zhang Jing immediately stepped forward to examine the fetus and said after a moment, "The pregnancy is unstable; medication is needed immediately to prevent miscarriage."

Murong Xuewei nodded weakly, letting Zhang Jing administer the medicine. The effects took hold quickly, and she fell asleep again.