Only after being reborn did I realize that I was the white moonlight of a powerful minister.

As dawn broke, Ye Wanning waited anxiously for Xie Bohuai.

Yunzhi brought in breakfast. "Madam, please have some first. No matter what, we're staying here, and no one will dare to cause trouble."

"You eat too." Ye Wanning looked out the window. "Yunzhi, tell me, who really killed our adoptive mother?"

She really wanted to ask Xie Lingxian what she knew, but her resignation told her she couldn't go to Xie Lingxian.

Suppressing his thoughts, he lost his appetite, ate half a bowl of porridge, and then stopped eating.

At this moment, Xie Bohuai encountered the eunuch waiting at the city gate. Upon seeing him, he stopped immediately.

"Your Excellency, His Majesty learned yesterday that Lady Xie had suddenly gone to the Imperial Mausoleum. Not knowing why, he sent me here to inquire." The eunuch smiled faintly. "It's nothing serious. Are you about to leave the city?"

“Perfect timing. I’m going to pick up my wife. Since you have something to ask her, why don’t you come along?” Xie Bohuai said.

"Isn't this bad?"

“There’s nothing wrong with it, and there’s nothing shameful about it. With you by his side, His Majesty can feel more at ease.” Xie Bohuai emphasized the last three words.

The reason for waiting here is to find a loophole in Ye Wanning's position. After all, the Emperor is not the late Emperor, and he cannot completely trust Ye Wanning.

Xie Bohuai had a carriage brought over, and the eunuch had no choice but to go along.

After they met Zhezhu, they went to the inn together.

Ye Wanning breathed a sigh of relief when she saw Xie Bohuai, but then she saw the eunuch beside Xie Bohuai and immediately became anxious.

“This is Eunuch Huang, who serves the Emperor. The Emperor is worried about you going to the Imperial Mausoleum, so he specifically sent Eunuch Huang to ask what you are going there for. You might as well just say it directly, it’s fine.” Xie Bohuai walked to Ye Wanning’s side, put one arm around Ye Wanning’s shoulder, leaned his body slightly, and said in a low voice without moving his lips, “Tell him the truth.”

Ye Wanning was still pondering how to say it, but since Xie Bohuai asked her to tell the truth, it must be that the letter Zhe Zhu sent had reached Xie Bohuai's hands.

Ye Wanning then told the truth, "It just so happens that my father-in-law is here. I originally planned to go to the palace after returning to the capital. I really didn't know that the rebellious princess, who was under strict guard, was able to come out and talk nonsense with me. My father-in-law also knows that I have a deep relationship with my adoptive mother. When he heard that she might have been harmed, he naturally couldn't sit still and wanted to go to the imperial mausoleum to ask Granny Jiang what the situation was."

“So that’s how it is.” Xie Bohuai spoke first. “This is a big deal. It not only involves the issue of guards, but also the death of Princess Longyu. Eunuch Huang, this is a matter of great importance. Let’s go to the palace together.”

Huang Gonggong hadn't expected this outcome, but since Xie Bohuai and his wife had both said so, he could only agree. After all, it was a matter of great importance, and he, as a mere eunuch, couldn't make the decision.

The group then entered the palace.

Just as the Emperor finished his court session, Ye Wanning and Xie Bohuai met him in the Renzheng Hall.

The Crown Prince and several ministers were also present. This was the first time Ye Wanning had experienced such a scene, and if Xie Bohuai hadn't been there with her, she really wouldn't have known what to do.

She recounted her encounter with Xie Lingxian at the White Horse Temple once more, saying, "Your Majesty, that's exactly what happened. I don't know why the rebellious princess was able to escape. But if what she said is true, I urge Your Majesty to thoroughly investigate this matter."

The people guarding Xie Lingxian were personally sent by the Emperor.

If this wasn't at the Emperor's behest, then someone close to the Emperor had been bribed. Thinking it might be the former, the ministers dared not breathe, thinking that if the Emperor were to deal with Xie Bohuai, it would be a clash of titans, and they'd better not get involved. But if it was the latter, then the problem was much more serious.

The hall was silent for a moment until the Emperor roared in anger, "Who on earth has the audacity to release someone to bewitch people? Guards! Send the Imperial Guards to the temple and bring all the guards and the rebellious princess to the government office for questioning. I will not let a single one of them go until this matter is thoroughly investigated!"

"Your Majesty, this matter also involves the death of Princess Longyu. Princess Longyu was very popular among the people. Since we have clues, why not entrust this matter to your humble servant for a thorough investigation?" Xie Bohuai volunteered for the order.

"But Ziqian, you are now the Regent, and you are very busy with official duties. How could you possibly have time to handle this matter?" The Emperor did not agree. "You can rest assured that the Zhenfu Division will handle it, right?"

Xie Bohuai: "Your Majesty, I am indeed at ease with the Zhenfu Division in handling matters. However, Princess Longyu is my wife's adoptive mother, which means she is my elder. In any case, I should do my part out of filial piety."

The Emperor clearly didn't want to dredge up old grievances. Even if there were problems with Princess Longyu's death, only the people in Renzheng Hall would know, and it wouldn't spread outside.

But when Xie Bohuai investigated, things were different.

If Xie Bohuai discovers the people the Emperor is currently favoring, how should the Emperor deal with them?

If we follow Xie Bohuai's lead and punish the person, will the emperor still have any authority?

But the Emperor cannot refuse Xie Bohuai right now.

"Alright, then you can handle it. Crown Prince, you should come along too, so you can learn from Ziqian how to do things." The Emperor wanted the Crown Prince to come along so that he could get information from Xie Bohuai and then intervene in some matters.

The Crown Prince came out and agreed, and Xie Bohuai did not refuse.

As everyone left Renzheng Hall, the Crown Prince followed them. "I really didn't expect the people around Father to be so useless. Lord Xie, Father's ascension to the throne came so suddenly. What do you suggest we do to secure his position?"

"Your Highness, I only know the ways of being an official, and I know only loyalty to the emperor and love for the country. I really don't know anything else. If Your Majesty wants to be a benevolent ruler, it will be good for the people of the world. I think time will tell, and the people will eventually see Your Majesty's good intentions." Xie Bohuai spoke flawlessly.

“Indeed, many things cannot be changed overnight.” The Crown Prince sighed after saying that. “In that case, let’s work together to serve our father well and share his burdens.”

Xie Bohuai said that's how it is.

The group left the palace gates, and Xie Bohuai led Ye Wanning into the carriage. Not long after they set off, Minister Zhou's carriage caught up with them.

Even someone as upright as Minister Zhou offered some advice at this moment, saying, "Princess Longyu's death is a thing of the past. The matter of the rebellious princess must be thoroughly investigated. You know what the rest is all about."

"Minister Zhou, when did you become so slick?" Xie Bohuai now mocks Minister Zhou whenever he sees him. "It's normal for others to say this, but when you say it, it gives me goosebumps. I feel like I've seen a ghost in broad daylight."

"Go to hell with Xie Bohuai! I only said a few words because you saved my life. If you don't listen, you'll regret it! Let's go, let's go. You're like a dog biting Lü Dongbin, not recognizing a kind heart. I must have nothing better to do than say that." Minister Zhou stormed off in a huff.

Xie Bohuai chuckled, then shook his head after meeting Ye Wanning's gaze. "Let's talk at home." The walls have ears.