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After everything was explained, Mo Xiao Li said to Mu Junqi, "If there's nothing else, let's leave first."
So Mo Xiao Li and Mu Junqi left. After watching them go out, Consort Xi said, "Perhaps this is an opportunity; we cannot miss such a good chance."
Consort Qian also smiled and said, "Mu Yueqing's death is quite timely; we didn't even have to lift a finger for it to happen. Maybe this is indeed an opportunity for us."
Hearing Consort Qian's words, Consort Xi laughed, and the two of them then walked out.
Once outside Autumn Moon Palace, Mo Xiao Li and Mu Junqi headed straight back the way they came. Both of their expressions were not very good, especially Mu Junqi, who felt that all of this was caused by her. Although she had anger towards the Nail Clipper, she no longer blamed her; perhaps her former self did not understand, but at this moment she had understood a lot.
After returning to Tianming Palace, Huixin was already waiting there. Seeing them come in, she hurriedly paid her respects and then said, "Your Majesty, Empress, the Crown Prince just woke up and has been crying nonstop. You should go see him quickly."
Upon hearing this, Mu Junqi hurried over and asked, "Where is he now?"
As soon as she finished speaking, the Nursemaid brought the Crown Prince out. Upon seeing Mu Junqi, the Crown Prince finally stopped crying and smiled. Sometimes children are just that simple; after taking the Crown Prince from the Nursemaid's arms, he smiled and said, "Han Zhe, Empress Dowager is here—"
The Crown Prince babbled incomprehensibly, but from his expression, it was clear that he was in a good mood at that moment. Mo Xiao Li approached and seemed to suddenly remember something as she hurriedly said, "You all go prepare lunch; today the Empress hasn't had a proper meal."
"Yes, we will prepare it right away," Ziyue and Huixin respectfully replied before leaving.
Once only the two of them were left in the room, Mo Xiao Li finally spoke up and asked, "What do you think about this situation?"
"Regardless of what feelings my sister had when choosing this path, as she said, there is still someone in this harem who wants me dead. Although I don't know who it is yet, I feel that perhaps she is right; everything seems to be related to Consort Xi. After all, knowing someone’s face does not mean knowing their heart."
Mo Xiao Li nodded in agreement and said, "I actually think that might be true; otherwise Yueqing wouldn't have said that. In any case, you need to be more careful from now on. I have already sent someone to keep watch over there; perhaps it won't be long before we uncover the truth."
Hearing this, Mu Junqi naturally understood, so he stepped forward and said, "Perhaps all of this is because of that person. If we don't quickly find out the truth behind this, there will be no peaceful days in the harem."
"Mm."
Suddenly, Mu Junqi seemed to think of something and leaned close to Mo Xiao Li's ear, whispering, "Perhaps we can do it this way..."
After listening to Mu Junqi's suggestion, Mo Xiao Li also expressed agreement. Although she didn't fully understand what was going on, if they didn't quickly find that person now, perhaps something even bigger would happen.
At this moment, in another place, a group of people was also plotting something.
At night, the darkness was deeper than usual, but to everyone else, it wasn't a concern; after all, such nights were more suitable for doing things that couldn't be seen.
A shadow suddenly appeared outside Qinxiang Garden. Tonight was particularly quiet, so the person hesitated not at all and pushed the door open to enter the hall. There, they quietly groped around for something when suddenly the entire hall lit up. The newcomer was clearly startled and was just about to break down the door to escape when Zuo Yunqing, hidden above, stopped them.
After a while, they tied the person up. Mo Xiao Li and Mu Junqi walked out together and asked, "What are you doing here at this hour?"
The person remained silent. Zuo Yunqing took out a dagger from his bosom and directly stabbed it toward their thigh, threatening, "If you don't speak up quickly, I will make sure you die without a burial place!"
The person trembled all over. Zuo Yunqing reached out and removed the veil covering their face, revealing that it was actually a woman. The others present were clearly taken aback; no one expected it to be a woman. They exchanged puzzled glances, and Ziyue immediately recognized her and exclaimed, "Isn't this the maid Yun Ruo beside Consort Xi? How could it be her?"
With this statement, Mo Xiao Li and Mu Junqi naturally realized who the remaining person was and understood that Mu Yueqing had spoken the truth. Seeing her identity exposed, Yun Ruo hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, I am just a servant; this is not my intention at all. I was forced into this! Please don't kill me!"
Mo Xiao Li snorted coldly before saying, "I know you are innocent in this matter, but tell me who sent you and what their purpose is. If you don't reveal it now, I will have you killed immediately! Understood?"
"Servant came here on the orders of Consort Qian to retrieve the letter found today at Consort Guifei's place, with no other purpose. Please see clearly, Your Majesty," Yun Ruo said, bowing deeply.
Seeing her earnest demeanor, if one did not know from the beginning, they would surely be deceived by her words. Ziyue noticed Mu Junqi's glance and quickly said, "But aren't you a maid beside Consort Xi? How could you be doing things for Consort Qian? And such dangerous tasks at that?"
Yun Ruo hesitated for a moment upon hearing this, a fleeting expression passing through her eyes, but none of it escaped the notice of Mu Junqi and the others. She sighed and said, "Consort Xi is usually gentle and mild-mannered, so she never refuses others. Consort Qian is quite aggressive, so she orders me to do things that even my master dares not refuse, let alone me."
After she finished speaking, everyone present laughed lightly, especially Mo Xiao Li, though his laughter held no warmth. He stepped in front of her and coldly said, "Perhaps only by making you taste that heart-wrenching pain will you understand what it means to speak the truth, won't you?"
"Your Majesty, what I said is the truth; you must believe me..." Before she could finish her sentence, Mo Xiao Li angrily raised his hand and slapped her, causing Yun Ruo to feel dizzy and collapse to the ground.
Seeing this, Mu Junqi stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, I think this maid has a point. Why not let her go? After all, these matters are not something they truly wish to do."
"Alright, we shall do as my beloved says."
Upon hearing this, Yun Ruo immediately bowed in gratitude. Mu Junqi then continued, "Since you were forced into this situation, would you be willing to help This Palace bring Consort Qian to justice? After all, she has been bullying both you and your master."
Yun Ruo pondered for a moment before saying, "I will do as you say; I will certainly help you."
"Very well. If you wish to live, you must come here every night to report everything about Consort Qian. Understood? Of course, your master must not know."
"Servant understands."
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