Qingxi also looked towards the entrance of the hall with everyone, and saw Xiao Yizheng striding towards him in black uniform. Her eyes focused slightly, and she could tell at a glance that he had lost a lot of weight, and he was covered with dust, but he was full of energy. Outside the window The sky was dark and blue, but he seemed to be walking out of the dusk with a touch of brightness.
"Your Highness is back!" Yueying shouted, feeling suddenly confident and excited that he couldn't even hide.
Xiao Yizheng strode to Qingxi, looked at her deeply with a deep expression, then turned around and bowed to everyone, and said lightly: "I wonder who doubts me, Prince Heng's Mansion?"
He has been kind and courteous to others since he was a child. He has often traveled abroad in recent years, and every time he comes back, he is a little more free and casual. Therefore, when everyone first heard his cold tone with a hint of dissatisfaction, they were all slightly surprised. People answer the call.
Shen Tong's weak moans could be heard faintly in the back hall. Qingxi bit her lip anxiously, hoping that the imperial doctor could get her out of danger as soon as possible, and had no intention of caring about what Concubine Nian had just said. She raised her eyes and It was Xiao Yizheng's back that stood tall and majestic in front of her, making her not afraid of anyone's slander.
"The Crown Princess has just finished dinner and feels unwell. The imperial doctor just said that the Crown Princess has signs of poisoning. Everyone can see clearly that Princess Heng and the Crown Princess are inseparable today. In this room full of people, I am afraid that Princess Heng is the only one who has this condition. Opportunity to poison, right?" Concubine Nian's cold words sounded slowly.
Xiao Yizheng glanced sideways at her and said in a deep voice: "Miss Nian Fei, you should be careful what you say. One word is heaven, one word is hell, but you have to think carefully before speaking."
"Is this considered a threat by Your Highness Prince Heng?" Concubine Nian's expression remained unchanged and she said calmly, "Does this mean that you are relying on the favor of the Holy Emperor to interfere in the affairs of the harem?"
The rest of the people in the palace looked at Concubine Nian in confusion, thinking that she had always been silent, withdrawn and arrogant, so why did she come out to be so aggressive today?
"What you are slandering now is my princess. Is it wrong for me to take care of it?" Xiao Yizheng raised his eyebrows and continued: "Poisoning, poisoning the princess, poisoning the emperor's grandson, how can such charges be brought up casually? Say? Is there any witness? Is there any physical evidence? Just based on your random guesses, you want to question me, the people in Prince Heng's Mansion?" He glanced at the people in the palace and said in a more serious tone: "Delusion."
After saying that, he ordered the female officials in the palace: "Go in and tell the imperial doctor, and you must protect your safety."
The female officer nodded like a fool, thinking that finally there was someone who could take charge.
Xiao Yizheng then ordered to Zhao Xin, who was standing not far away: "Go find someone to call and find out who the maids who came in and out of the Queen's palace today are and what they did." He pointed to the dishes on the table and said: "Also, take all these meals for testing."
Xin Zhao accepted the order and immediately started making arrangements.
A faint smile appeared on Concubine Nian's lips, but she said nothing.
"How is the Crown Princess?" came the emperor's calm voice from His Highness. Immediately afterwards, both he and the Queen came into the palace to praise her.
Everyone saluted. An imperial doctor rushed out from the back hall, sweating profusely, and reported: "The Crown Princess has signs of miscarriage, and we are currently trying our best to treat her. The cause of the Crown Princess's discomfort may be that she ate some food by mistake." Or maybe it’s medicine, and it should have been taken not long ago. It takes time to confirm what it is.”
Xiao Che waved his hand: "We must ensure the safety of the Crown Princess and the fetus in her belly."
"I will do my best." After the imperial doctor said this, he immediately turned around and went back to the back hall to get busy.
The queen followed the imperial doctor to the back hall with a confused face to check the situation.
When the imperial doctor replied, Qing Xi kept staring at him, not missing a single word of his expression. When he heard that the imperial doctor did not indicate that Shen Tong was in fear of his life, he felt a little relieved.
Yueying had been holding her hand tightly, and now she felt wet sweat seeping out of her cold hands.
After Xiao Yizheng finished saluting the emperor and empress, he turned slightly and glanced at Qingxi. Seeing her worried expression and frowning, he whispered: "I'm here."
Qingxi raised her eyes to look at him and moved the corners of her mouth, trying to say that she was not worried about being investigated, but she still said nothing and just nodded.
After Xiao Che sat down, he solemnly said: "I'm afraid everyone can't sleep well today, so they are all spending time here. If it is found that this matter was man-made, no matter who it is, I will not tolerate it." He looked at them one by one. Everyone's faces finally fell on Concubine Nian. "Concubine Nian, Xiaoqi will have dinner with you today?"
Everyone was confused as to why the emperor suddenly mentioned Xiao Yiran, the seventh prince who was only eight years old.
Concubine Nian's face froze, she lowered her head and replied: "He has a lot of homework today, so I didn't let him come."
Xiao Zhe said oh, his voice raised, and his attitude was strange. But he didn't ask any more questions, but started asking everyone about the dinner situation.
Everyone began to explain what happened throughout the night, and supplemented each other's information so as not to miss any details. Xiao Che nodded while listening.
Xiao Yizheng also listened carefully to everyone's words. During the whole process, only Qingxi stood beside him without saying a word.
Xin Zhao walked in quickly and saluted: "Your Majesty, all the food for today's dinner has been inspected and there is nothing wrong with it."
Xiao Che frowned: "What is the tea that the Crown Princess drinks?"
"It's also non-toxic."
There was silence in the hall for a while.
"Is it inappropriate for the people from Prince Heng's Mansion to organize inspections?" Concubine Nian said leisurely.
Everyone looked at her again, wondering why she was pressing closer to the palace.
"Zhao Xin, send the Crown Princess's food to the imperial physician for further examination." Xiao Yizheng said coldly.
Zhao Xin immediately ordered his chamberlain to send the items for inspection into the apse.
At this time, Qingxi stepped forward with her skirt lifted. Xiao Yizheng wanted to reach out and grab her, but he didn't move faster than she started.
She stood in the middle of the hall and spoke in a neither humble nor arrogant tone: "Father, Concubine Nian has always regarded my daughter-in-law as a suspect. Yes, the Crown Princess and I are close friends. Not only today, but also in the past when the Empress summoned me, she and I would accompany each other. I The friendship with the Crown Princess did not happen overnight. I would never harm the Crown Princess. Of course, I also know that everything requires evidence and cannot be explained in a few words. The matter is under investigation. I will express my position first. My wife is willing to accept all investigations and can talk to her. Confront anyone."
Xiao Yizheng sighed, walked to her side, and stood with her facing the emperor, but said nothing.
Qingxi looked at him slightly and saw displeasure in his eyes. It was strange, what could he be angry about? If he didn't stand up, if he didn't completely sever the relationship, it would be Prince Heng's Mansion that would be harmed and harmed. What's more, it's the relationship between him and the prince. Or is he angry that he caused him so much trouble?
Xiao Zhe looked at the two of them calmly and said slowly: "The matter has not been decided yet, so who are the suspects? Liulang, hurry up and come back. You are already exhausted. Sit down and rest first. You guys can sit down too."
So everyone took their seats one by one.
Xiao Yizheng looked at Qingxi beside him and saw that her face was a little pale, but the silk handkerchief in her hand was still tightly clenched. Without thinking much, he reached out and took her hand and took her to the side to sit down.
Qingxi only felt a warmth coming from her hands, which also pulled her steps to follow step by step. It wasn't until she sat next to him that she realized that her hand was wrapped in his palm.
She moved slightly, trying to take her hand out, but Xiao Yizheng held it tighter: "Why is it so cold?" he said.
Qingxi tilted her head slightly, her ears turning red. Just as she was about to say something, she saw the imperial doctor step out hurriedly: "Your Majesty, the condition of the Crown Princess has stabilized, and the fetus in her belly has been saved for the time being."
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone in the hall seemed to hear the sound of their hearts settling, and the atmosphere in the hall suddenly changed.
Especially Qingxi, after hearing this, she subconsciously looked back at Xiao Yizheng and smiled.
Xiao Yizheng felt that the hand he held was a little warmer.
"In addition, the food of the Crown Princess was inspected again and found to be not poisonous. Only some dishes were added with purple ganache. Purple ganache is not poisonous and is often used in dishes, but it is a little cold." The imperial doctor continued.
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"So it's just because of eating something cold?" Xiao Zhe asked impatiently.
"Rong Chen finished speaking." The imperial doctor paused, stared at the ground in front of him, and continued: "Zigan is cold, but it will not cause such discomfort. Unless..." He paused and lowered his voice.
The voice said: "Unless purple sweetness and red silk grass are mixed together, the two substances will intersect and produce toxicity, which can cause a woman to miscarry."
When everyone heard this, their expressions that had just relaxed suddenly became tense again.
Xiao Che frowned and asked in a deep voice, "Did you find red silk grass in the meal?"
The imperial doctor shook his head: "Your Majesty does not know that the red silk grass itself is not poisonous, but people will not use it in vegetables. The red silk grass has a light and delicate fragrance and is used to make incense."
"Spices? Are there any in the palace?" Xiao Zhe asked again.
The imperial doctor shook his head again: "As far as I know, this incense will not be used in the palace because its fragrance is not pure. Not to mention the palace, even the ordinary people's homes in Shangdu City with a little respect will not use this incense. However,
, there is this fragrance on the princess’s clothes.”
Xiao Che leaned forward and asked, "Are you sure?"
The imperial doctor nodded: "Red silk grass has another effect, it can stop bleeding. I have just confirmed repeatedly that the fragrance on the princess's coat comes from red silk grass."
As soon as the imperial doctor finished speaking, Concubine Nian looked at Qingxi and said, "The Crown Princess herself will never use this incense. But she is always with Princess Heng. I wonder if Princess Heng brought it?"
Before Xiao Yizheng opened her mouth, the other ladies couldn't stand it, and they all talked about it: "Why does Concubine Nian always have trouble with Princess Heng? In our palace, whoever doesn't carry fragrance on his body, even if it's Concubine Nian, you are the one who doesn't have fragrance."
It’s a good check.”
Concubine Nian smiled and said calmly: "Then let's check."
Qingxi lowered her eyebrows and thought deeply. When she raised her eyes again, she looked at Xiao Yizheng meaningfully, her eyes full of worry.
Xiao Yizheng's serious eyes suddenly softened when they met hers. He held her hand tighter and nodded slightly, as if he was very sure and reassured her.