The Crown Princess calculated with her fingers and the prince was terrified.

Shen Qingge changed into a princess's gown and put on makeup that didn't make her look haggard. She and Jiang Xianyue rode in a sedan chair, one after the other, to Liu Miaomiao.

Liu Miaomiao had never been abused like this before, and she threatened Liang Feng before they arrived.

Once he confirmed that Shen Qingge was a princess, his expression improved considerably upon seeing her.

Or rather, she was afraid.

Liu Miaomiao was clever; she immediately knelt down in front of Shen Qingge.

"Princess, I didn't mean to. I thought you were a girl from the Zhao family, that's why I kidnapped you."

Although Shen Qingge was usually naive, she now looked down on Liu Miaomiao.

"I know you are infatuated with my brother, but he has never been interested in you and will never allow you to do such a thing to hurt others."

Princess Liu is narrow-minded and should be severely punished.

Jiang Xianyue also chimed in, seemingly enjoying the spectacle.

"What, Princess Liu? Just because she's a princess doesn't mean she shouldn't be targeted, but just because she's an ordinary girl doesn't mean she can do whatever she wants. Where in this world is there such a logic?"

Jiang Xianyue was a victim after all, so she really enjoyed kicking him when he was down.

"Jiang Xianyue, why are you everywhere? Did you speak ill of me, the princess, that's why she's treating me so harshly? You..."

Jiang Xianyue's face turned cold.

"They're trying to pin this on me? I was just watching the show."

Shen Qingge looked at Liang Feng.

"Liang Feng, drag her away and beat her severely. Let her experience the same suffering I have endured!"

After Shen Qingge got off the sedan chair, she held Jiang Xianyue's hand tightly.

She was a princess, yet she had never treated anyone so harshly. If she hadn't brought Jiang Xianyue with her, she probably wouldn't have been able to bring herself to be so ruthless.

Inside the dungeon, Liu Miaomiao was bound and whipped, each blow drawing blood. Liu Miaomiao screamed in agony, and Shen Qingge's grip tightened. This was the first time the princess, born of noble birth, had been subjected to such inhumane torture.

Jiang Xianyue also held Shen Qingge's hand in return, giving Shen Qingge warmth.

After Liu Miaomiao was beaten up, Shen Qingge spoke according to the pre-arranged procedure.

“Bring her into the palace and await the Emperor’s decision.”

After saying that, Shen Qingge held Jiang Xianyue's hands.

"Sister Xianyue, I did a good job just now, didn't I?"

"The Crown Prince said that Liu Miaomiao's parents had made great contributions to the Duan Dynasty. Handing everything over to the Emperor would be a way to put an end to the matter. It's just a pity for those who died because of this."

Shen Qingge was heartbroken.

"It's all because I'm unlucky; I'm an unloved princess."

Just then, Liang Feng urged the two to leave. The dungeon was cold and damp, and one of them fell ill as a result, which Liang Feng could not bear.

So Jiang Xianyue kept her questions to herself.

……

Jiang Xianyue entered the palace for the second time in this life. Liu Miaomiao was dressed in white, and the bloodstains on her body showed her disheveled state. Her hair was messy, and she was no longer the high and mighty princess.

Jiang Xianyue and Shen Qingge stood behind, with palace maids shielding them from the sun, watching how disheveled Liu Miaomiao looked under the scorching sun.

Both of them thought that the Emperor would give them a minor punishment or at least a stern warning today, but they did not expect that Consort Lin would arrive. Consort Lin came over surrounded by a large entourage, making quite a scene.

She didn't come over to Shen Qingge immediately, but instead helped Liu Miaomiao up.

"Oh, Princess, you're covered in injuries, how pitiful."

Consort Lin felt sorry for Liu Miaomiao and turned to look at the two of them.

"Qingge, His Majesty and I know about your grievances, but the princess's parents were loyal to the country after all. Now that I see you are unharmed and the princess has already accepted her punishment, let's just let this matter rest."

Consort Lin showed absolutely no respect for Shen Qingge.

"Your Highness, Princess Liu has caused the deaths of several daughters of officials. Doesn't she deserve an explanation?"

Consort Lin stared coldly at them.

"Qingge's fate is unlucky. This happened just after she returned to Duan Dynasty, and she almost lost her life. Isn't this just as the Grand Preceptor said?"

"This is all Qingge's fault for insisting on coming back; otherwise, so many things wouldn't have happened."

"Consort Lin, it was this princess who was bullied by Princess Liu. There is no justice in this."

Shen Qingge was also furious. She wasn't as resolute as her brother; she was just a young girl.

Consort Lin did not take Shen Qingge seriously.

"This is the Empress Dowager's intention. The Empress Dowager cherishes the princess, and the families of those women will also be appeased. If they hadn't had bad intentions and wanted to climb the social ladder by seducing the Crown Prince, they wouldn't be in this predicament today."

Consort Lin, with her silver tongue, could twist the truth.

Liu Miaomiao had a triumphant smile on her face.

Jiang Xianyue regretted it somewhat; she thought it would have been better to release Shen Shijing and kill Liu Miaomiao directly.

However, that would only further affect Shen Shijing's current fortune. The two of them took the initiative and dealt with Liu Miaomiao, which could be considered revenge.

Jiang Xianyue remained calm and sent a wisp of black energy towards Liu Miaomiao.

That was left behind by the evil spirit yesterday.

Jiang Xianyue had a premonition that things would be difficult to deal with. After capturing the evil spirit, she left behind its resentment, intending to use it for exorcism. Now, she let it take revenge and settle scores. Although it wouldn't kill Liu Miaomiao, it would make Liu Miaomiao suffer for a while.

This was enhanced with her own spiritual power; otherwise, the black energy wouldn't have been able to enter Liu Miaomiao's body.

Liu Miaomiao was completely unaware, a smug smile playing on her lips.

"Qingge, the Emperor does not want to see you. You should go back quickly and not bring any disaster to the Duan Dynasty, otherwise you will be a sinner for all time."

When Consort Lin spoke of Shen Qingge, she was somewhat impatient and stern.

Shen Qingge's body was trembling, probably because her enemy Liu Miaomiao was on the other side, and she wanted to maintain the princess's dignity and not be laughed at.

It seems that Liu Miaomiao had already planned this, and it was expected that she would be dealt with by Jiang Xianyue.

Jiang Xianyue's gaze was calm as she patted Shen Qingge on the back.

"In that case, Your Highness, we shall take our leave."

In just a few steps, Jiang Xianyue had already figured out what was going on.

However, before Jiang Xianyue left, Consort Lin's face turned cold.

"You're Jiang Xuanyue?"

Consort Lin seems to dislike Jiang Xianyue very much.

"His Majesty values ​​you and thought you were a sensible person. How could you be making a fuss over this matter?"

It seems that Shen Qinglan had already mentioned Jiang Xianyue's matter.

Just like in her previous life, Consort Lin viewed Jiang Xian Yue as if she were scrutinizing a daughter-in-law.

This also reminded Jiang Xianyue of another problem: if Liu Miaomiao stood on the side of the Imperial Concubine, would she reveal that she knew about metaphysics?

Fortunately, I didn't reveal too much, so I can prepare an explanation in time. Shen Qinglan, whom I just dumped, will probably bother me again soon.

Her relationship with Shen Shijing needs to be resolved as soon as possible.

Now, Liu Miaomiao can't say anything, at most she can say that she seduced the Crown Prince.

The Emperor originally wanted her to choose a husband, and the Crown Prince was one of the princes.

Thinking about it, Jiang Xianyue felt much more comforted.

She smiled faintly: "Thank you for your guidance, Your Highness!"

Jiang Xianyue walked quickly, and before she could comfort Shen Qingge, she saw Eunuch Su's figure. She still had things to deal with, so she immediately told Shen Qingge to wait for her and quickly followed.