The Reborn Princess Has Turned Evil

Meanwhile, at the Marquis of Xinyang's residence.

"Father, you have to save me, Father!" Fang Xianda cried out anxiously, his voice trembling with tears.

Shang Anrong, standing nearby, was even more anxious. When she heard Fang Ling return and say that Fang Xianda's case needed to be thoroughly reinvestigated, she was at a loss for what to do and could only beg Fang Ling for a solution, "Lord Marquis, you must find a way to save our son!"

Fang Ling was getting a headache from the noise and didn't know what to do. Seeing Fang Ling sitting there silently, Shang Anrong shouted, "My lord, if my son can't live, then I won't live either!" She then tried to bang her head against the wall, but the maid next to her quickly pulled her away.

With a loud "slap," Fang Ling, unable to bear it any longer, slapped Shang Anrong across the face. "Alright, stop arguing!"

"My lord, you actually hit me!" Shang Anrong was stunned at first, then started crying and making a scene, throwing herself into Fang Ling's arms and throwing a tantrum. "You hit me, you actually hit me!"

Fang Xianda, who was standing nearby, was also stunned for a moment. Knowing Fang Ling's temper, he quickly pulled Shang Anrong away and advised, "Mother! Don't do this!"

Seeing Shang Anrong's loss of composure, Fang Ling felt like she was about to be driven mad with anger, so she simply flung her sleeves and left.

"My lord!" Shang Anrong was both anxious and angry. Looking at Fang Ling's back, she stomped her feet in anger.

Seeing Shang Anrong like this, the maidservant next to her quickly stepped forward to comfort her, "Madam, don't worry, the Marquis must be thinking of a solution. Please put your mind at ease."

Shang Anrong was slightly relieved upon hearing this. After all, Fang Xianda was Fang Ling's only son, and he couldn't just stand by and watch his son die. Looking at Fang Xianda in front of her, she felt both heartache and fear, and hugged him tightly in her arms, saying, "My son, your mother will definitely protect you."

Fang Xianda's voice was also tinged with sobs, "Mother!"

The two appeared to be deeply in love as a mother and son, unaware that they would soon be separated by death.

After leaving the mansion, Fang Ling had the coachman drive him directly to Prince Qing's residence. He couldn't care less about anything else at the moment, since His Majesty had personally ordered a thorough investigation, and Prince Qing was probably the only one who could help him.

……

Prince Qing's Mansion.

"Please, Your Highness, save my life!" Fang Ling pleaded humbly, kneeling before Prince Qing.

Prince Qing, dressed in a black robe, was sitting in the front hall in his outer garments, even though it should have been his time to retire. He clearly knew that Fang Ling would come to see him. Looking at Fang Ling kneeling on the ground, he said in a cold voice, "You have followed me for many years and made great contributions. How can I stand by and watch you die!"

Fang Ling looked up instantly. Although he had followed Prince Qing for many years, he knew that Prince Qing was ruthless. He had prepared himself mentally before coming here, and he accepted that even if Prince Qing would not help him. Now, unexpectedly, Fang Ling was overjoyed and hurriedly thanked him, "Thank you, Your Highness!"

Prince Qing nodded. "I will handle this matter, but..." A dangerous glint flashed in Prince Qing's eyes.

Fang Ling immediately understood and said tactfully, "Your Highness, rest assured, this matter has absolutely nothing to do with you."

……

The Court of Judicial Review of the Capital Prefecture.

Yu Tonghai was already covered in sweat. After all, the prime minister was sitting in front of him. The floor was hard and cold, and his knees ached from kneeling. But since the prime minister did not tell him to get up, he dared not move at all.

Chu Nian sat on the high platform, reviewing Ye Zhaoping's case file. He frowned from time to time, then glanced at Yu Tonghai kneeling below, thinking to himself that this man was so careless; no wonder Li Cong had testified against him. Chu Nian continued to flip through the file, not immediately telling him to get up, but making him continue kneeling.

After a long while, Chu Nian finally called out, "Lord Yu."

Upon hearing his name called, Yu Tonghai quickly replied, "Your humble servant is here."

Chu Nian closed the file, looked up and asked, "Do you know why I've come here today?"

"Please...please enlighten me, Prime Minister," Yu Tonghai replied tremblingly, his heart trembling involuntarily, no longer caring about the pain in his knees.

Chu Nian slammed Ye Zhaoping's case file down in front of Yu Tonghai, his voice laced with anger, "Lord Yu, is this the case you've solved?"

Yu Tonghai trembled uncontrollably and kowtowed, saying, "Prime Minister, please investigate! I only followed the proper procedures!"

Chu Nian didn't say anything more to him. "Guards, take off his official robes and lock him in the dungeon to await his fate!"

Yu Tonghai looked up in shock, his eyes filled with panic, and begged for mercy, "Prime Minister, Prime Minister, please see the truth, Prime Minister..." He cried out as he was dragged away.

When Fang Ling rushed home, it was already very late at night. Not wanting to see Shang Anrong's expression, he sent someone to tell her that he had a solution before returning to his study to rest.

Qingyun Palace.

"How's the matter I asked you to investigate going?" Xiao Heng always liked to summon Xin Wu late at night.

“The palace maid named Mu Ping who serves Princess Anle has been frequently leaving the palace lately, and she has also been going to the Ye family,” Xin Wu replied respectfully.

Xiao Heng raised the corners of his mouth, thinking that it must be because of Li Cong's testimony against the Marquis of Xinyang in court today. She really had the means to stir up the court with ease.

"Continue to follow, or secretly help without being discovered."

Xinwu responded and continued, "In addition, it will take some time to find out about General Qin's concubine, Consort Cao. I have investigated for a long time and her past has been almost completely erased."

"Continue the investigation!" Xiao Heng's voice was somewhat sharp.

That night, some people slept soundly, while others couldn't sleep at all.

The next day.

As expected, Consort Yu sent someone to deliver walnut pastries.

"This is a small token of Her Highness the Imperial Concubine's appreciation. Please, gentlemen, enjoy it." The speaker was Liu Lan, the Imperial Concubine's personal maid.

As soon as he finished speaking, several palace maids distributed the walnut pastries from the food box to everyone's desks.

"Thank you, Your Highness." Everyone said in unison.

Everyone in the palace knows that Consort Yu has transferred her power to manage the harem to Consort Li. She did this simply to gain favor and to let everyone know that she is still the Consort Yu in the palace.

Jing Anle smiled faintly, picked up the walnut pastry next to her, and took a small bite. Sure enough, it was still the familiar taste from her previous life, so unpalatable and so disgusting.

Now is the time for rest, and everyone is busy with their own things, whether it's resting or taking care of their own needs. Naturally, there are people like Jing Anle who are sitting quietly in their seats eating pastries.

Separated by a curtain, Xiao Heng saw Jing Anle start eating pastries, so he also took a piece and tasted it.

Although Jingrou disdained walnut pastries, they were a gift from the Imperial Concubine, so she picked one up and took a small bite. She found them plain and unremarkable.

In an instant, Jingrou felt an unbearable itch in her throat and began to cough violently. Her maidservant rushed forward, "Princess, Princess?"

Everyone was immediately drawn to this scene and looked over. The maid, who was Jing Rou's close attendant, immediately sensed something was wrong and shouted, "Princess, you're having an allergic reaction! Quickly, call the imperial physician! Call the imperial physician!"

Jing Anle turned around and saw Jing Rou's face was red from coughing, looking like she couldn't breathe. A hint of satisfaction flashed in his eyes, but he said, "Move her to the side hall and go fetch the imperial physician immediately."

The palace servants immediately moved Jingrou to a side room, and the maidservant hurriedly followed.

Most of the men's seats had not yet returned, and since men and women are separate, it was inconvenient for them to come over, so everyone only knew that Jing Rou was currently having an allergic reaction.