She was buried alive at the start, but she's determined to smash her ex-husband's head in

Not only Princess Yuanjia, but also Zhao Huarong.

Lin Qingwei saw Zhao Huarong at first glance, and an overwhelming hatred almost welled up inside her. She clenched her fists so tightly that they were almost bleeding before she managed to hold back and kneel down to pay her respects along with everyone else.

Her unusual behavior did not escape Lin Shuhui's notice.

"What's all this noise about?" Princess Yuanjia asked, having heard the commotion from afar.

Song Miaoyan only dared to be arrogant and domineering when there were few people around. When she saw the real princess, she didn't dare to be presumptuous and just said that nothing had happened and that they were just chatting with their girlfriends.

Zhao Yuanjia had absolutely no interest in the group of young ladies from aristocratic families who wanted to accompany her in her studies. She didn't even want to study; studying was so boring. She just wanted to play.

It's all Zhao Huarong's fault! Why did she tell Father that she had been wandering outside for many years and hadn't studied properly, and that she wanted to stay with him? Otherwise, Father wouldn't have put the matter of choosing a study companion on the agenda so quickly.

If we have a preliminary test today and another selection tomorrow, does that mean we have to start studying the day after tomorrow?

It's so annoying just thinking about it!

Looking at the group of delicate young ladies from noble families in front of him, Zhao Yuanjia's eyes lit up and he came up with a brilliant idea. If none of them were selected, wouldn't he not have to start classes so soon?

Just then, Zhao Huarong spoke up, smiling at Lin Qingwei: "Miss Lin, it's been a long time. How have you been?"

She hadn't forgotten that last time at the Duke's mansion, it was because Lin Qingwei suddenly appeared that her plan couldn't be carried out.

After the Crown Prince returned to the palace, he claimed to be ill and stayed at home, so she couldn't even see Zhao Hongjia. As a result, she had been living in fear for a long time, afraid that the Crown Prince would say something to the Empress that would be detrimental to her status.

Such a turn of events is not a good thing to keep, but she happens to be the fiancée of the Duke of Mu's heir and is highly regarded by Prince Yong, which prevents her from easily taking any action.

Zhao Huarong's eyes darkened, but she still wore a smile. This was the imperial palace, where many people died every day. So, no one would suspect the death of a country girl who didn't know the rules.

As long as they don't die at her hands, trouble won't come to her.

Isn't there a perfect candidate right here beside you?

Lin Qingwei bowed respectfully and said, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. Everything is fine."

The two chatted back and forth, appearing quite familiar with each other. Zhao Yuanjia's gaze towards Lin Qingwei gradually turned cold, and even carried a very obvious hostility.

Because she disliked Zhao Huarong, she disliked the people Zhao Huarong liked even more.

Let's start with her then.

"I heard that Miss Lin just returned to the capital not long ago. She used to live in some small town. I suppose she is quite good at catching birds and fish?" Zhao Yuanjia looked at the lotus pond in the Imperial Garden. "I have always wanted to keep a koi carp for fun, but unfortunately my subordinates are too clumsy to catch it. Today, I will trouble Miss Lin."

Her words left no room for refusal, and her blatant malice made everyone else take a step back, afraid of being implicated because of Lin Qingwei.

Zhao Huarong frowned and said, "This is against the rules. Your Highness, please don't make things difficult for people."

"Is it difficult for you?" Zhao Yuanjia looked at Lin Qingwei with a hint of threat.

A respectable and well-mannered young lady from a noble family took off her shoes and socks and jumped into the lotus pond to catch fish, right in the strict and orderly imperial palace. It was clearly an attempt to embarrass her.

Zhao Yuanjia hated Lin Qingwei. He could have simply kicked her out of the palace, but instead, he chose to humiliate her. Even without thinking, Lin Qingwei knew that Zhao Huarong was deliberately provoking Zhao Yuanjia by speaking up for her at this moment. She had become a victim of the power struggle between Zhao Huarong and Zhao Yuanjia.

But it's okay, judging by the time, some people should have arrived by now.

In the end, the one who gets hurt might not necessarily be themselves.

"It's not difficult. Then I will dare to give it a try. If I fail, please forgive me, Your Highness." Lin Qingwei remained calm and maintained a proper smile as she said, "The flowers over there in the pavilion are in full bloom. Your Highness may take the sisters there to admire the flowers while we wait."

The pavilion opposite was indeed an excellent location. Not only were the flowers in full bloom, but it also faced the lotus pond, allowing Zhao Yuanjia to clearly see Lin Qingwei's disheveled appearance. It was simply wonderful!

Zhao Yuanjia looked at Zhao Huarong, whose face was full of sorrow, with great satisfaction.

The group that followed them to the Qingliang Pavilion stood behind the two princesses. Almost everyone was waiting to see Lin Qingwei make a fool of herself, but Lin Xiuyao became worried.

She wasn't worried about Lin Qingwei herself, but rather that Lin Qingwei would completely disgrace the Lin family. She hadn't even seen Prince Duan yet today! If she couldn't enter the palace again because of Lin Qingwei, she would truly hate Lin Qingwei to death!

Lin Shuhui, standing to the side, still looked timid, which made Lin Xiuyao even angrier. Lin Xiuyao pushed Lin Shuhui and said, "Aren't you the one who always defends her? Why aren't you saying anything this time?"

Seeing Lin Qingwei walk to the edge of the lotus pond and feel her way into the pond by touching the stones, Lin Xiuyao was extremely anxious!

Whether it was because she was too anxious or something else, her ears were ringing, and then she heard Song Miaoyan scream.

A swarm of bees chased after Song Miaoyan, who was so frightened that she covered her face and ran around. Lin Shuhui was also being chased along with her. For some reason, the swarm of bees only chased the two of them.

Lin Qingwei, who hadn't yet descended to the lotus pond, saw this scene and smiled contentedly. She reached out again to touch the scar under her veil; it didn't hurt much anymore.

However, for some people, the pain is about to begin.

Song Miaoyan and Lin Shuhui were being chased and bitten, creating a chaotic scene. Zhao Huarong and Zhao Yuanjia, fearing for their safety, ordered their men to drive them out of the Imperial Garden. However, even after they left the Imperial Garden, the bees continued to chase them.

In the end, Song Miaoyan and Lin Shuhui were covered in swollen bumps from being stung. When Song Miaoyan was taken home, she almost fainted from crying at the palace gate.

"Your Highness! This is against the rules!"

Having jogged all the way here, with sweat still on his brow, Xu Hanzhang glanced anxiously at Lin Qingwei before immediately kneeling before Zhao Huarong to beg for mercy.

Zhao Huarong stared coldly at Xu Hanzhang without saying a word. She just stared at him. It was really strange. Who exactly was Lin Qingwei that she would send her Xu Lang to plead for her?

Very well, now she must die.

"Why is Scholar Xu here?" Zhao Yuanjia watched the spectacle from the sidelines. She knew that her elder sister, the Emperor, was very fond of Scholar Xu Hanzhang and had even gone to ask their father for a decree to grant them a marriage.

However, her father felt sorry for her and said that Scholar Xu's official rank was too low to be worthy of the princess, and that they should wait a little longer.

Xu Hanzhang immediately looked at Zhao Yuanjia: "Your Highness, when I passed by the Imperial Garden, I heard that Your Highness wanted to let Miss Lin go into the lotus pond to catch fish. I think this is inappropriate."

“What’s wrong with that? I am a princess, and naturally I can do whatever I want. Does Scholar Xu think that’s wrong?” Zhao Huarong spoke first, her voice filled with anger.

He's begging her for the sake of a woman? Xu Hanzhang has really grown some guts!