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When Xie Lian said this, Song Qingning saw hatred in his eyes.

Hatred was mixed with helplessness.

The death of Shuang'er had such a profound impact on him that even as the eunuchs and palace maids on the opposite bank escorted Xie Yuzhen away, the bloodshot in his eyes did not dissipate.

Xie Lian took off his cloak and covered Shuang'er with it.

"It's my fault for harming Shuang'er. I should have known this day would come. It's my fault. I shouldn't have let Shuang'er serve me in the first place." Xie Lian's face was pale.

He was physically weak.

Without the cloak, the wind blew, and her lips gradually turned bluish-purple.

"But I still held onto a sliver of hope. Shuang'er's constant chatter around me made the days anything but peaceful."

Xie Lian was filled with regret.

Not far away, a group of people were rushing towards them. Consort Hui walked at the front in a hurry, and before she even arrived, she had already taken off her cloak.

"Sixth son."

Consort Hui draped the cloak over Xie Lian and tried to tighten his collar, but Xie Lian took it off, saying, "Give it to her."

Following Xie Lian's gaze, Consort Hui saw Song Qingning.

On the way here, someone had already informed her about what was happening here.

Xie Yuzhen caused trouble for Song Qingning and shot Shuang'er. She chose Shuang'er simply because Song Qingning had interacted with Shuang'er when she entered the palace last time.

But she also knew that even without Song Qingning, Xie Yuzhen would not let Shuang'er go.

Consort Hui stopped Xie Lian from declining.

Seeing that Song Qingning was soaking wet and not wearing an outer garment, he ordered the palace maids accompanying him, "Go and fetch the clothes of the Princess Consort of Huai."

The palace maid obeyed the order and quickly brought out an outer robe and a cloak from the bridge.

Song Qingning put on a cloak, which slightly reduced the chill.

Consort Hui's heart and eyes were only for her son. "Sixth son, let's go back to the palace."

Consort Hui ordered the palace maids to collect Shuang'er's body for burial.

As Xie Lian was leaving, he suddenly said to Song Qingning, "Xie Yuzhen is a madwoman. Stay away from her, Fourth Sister-in-law."

Song Qingning was surprised by his address, and even more surprised by his reminder.

Stay away from Xie Yuzhen...

She wanted to stay away from her.

But Xie Yuzhen is a madman, and madmen never act out of reason or logic.

She went crazy and pounced on him.

Song Qingning only hoped that the shock she had just received would make Xie Yuzhen think twice and not dare to plot against her parents and brothers.

Even so, we must have a backup plan.

Song Qingning watched Consort Hui's retreating figure, her gaze gradually deepening.

The mother and son had only walked a few meters when they suddenly stopped. Xie Lian seemed to say something to Consort Hui, who then had a maid help Xie Lian back.

"Princess Consort of Huai, please send a message to the young master of the Meng family, and tell him not to come to the palace to look for Liu'er again."

"Liu'er doesn't want him to become the next Shuang'er."

Consort Hui spoke calmly.

Song Qingning's understanding of Consort Hui was all hearsay.

They say she was born a maid and only had the opportunity to serve the emperor because of Consort Shen. They say she was subservient and humble, like a clay figure, catering to the emperor's preferences, which is how she managed to secure her small place in the harem.

But Song Qingning caught the fleeting sharpness and hatred in her calm tone.

"Your Highness, please rest assured, I will deliver this letter."

Song Qingning secretly did not want Yu Shu to follow in Shuang'er's footsteps.

"Thank you." Consort Hui turned around, took a few steps, then stopped and looked at Song Qingning. "Princess Huai, it's fate that we meet. Next time, let's have some tea and snacks together."

She meant something.

While they claim to be enjoying tea and snacks, there must be something else going on.

Song Qingning boldly guessed that the other matter was related to Xie Yuzhen.

"Qingning awaits Consort Hui." Song Qingning met her gaze.

The same implication was clear, and a hint of surprise flashed in Consort Hui's eyes before she understood.

She had long known that this Princess Consort of Huai was no ordinary person and would be a very good partner.

Princess Yuzhen's fall into the water alarmed Emperor Yuan.

In the Qianyuan Hall, sat a father and his two sons.

Yesterday was Xie Xuanjin's wedding day, and Empress Meng kept her promise and released the witnesses from the Meng family's villa.

With the threat gone, Xie Yuqi knew that Xie Xuanjin would be bringing the princess to the palace today, so he also entered the palace early in the morning.

Emperor Yuan had Xie Xuanjin invited over, then left him aside, instead drinking tea and chatting with Xie Yuqi, displaying their deep father-son relationship.

Xie Xuanjin listened and watched quietly, his face and heart remaining completely calm.

Emperor Yuan was furious.

Now, Meng Fu and Xie Xuanjin have many supporters, including civil officials, military officials, and powerful families. Even the emperor has to think twice before trying to take action against them.

That's why he hated Meng Fu and Xie Xuanjin even more.

During this period, he stayed overnight in the Imperial Concubine's palace every night, reminiscing about her and declaring to everyone that she was unique in his heart.

Meng Fu did not react at all.

Meng Fu didn't care about him!

He thought that his concern for Qi'er would provoke Xie Xuanjin.

But it was clear that Xie Xuanjin didn't care about him either!

My heart felt increasingly stifled.

Just then, Eunuch Gao led two palace maids into the room.

One was from the Queen's palace, and the other was beside the princess.

"The princess has fallen into the water..."

The goddess of the palace looked flustered.

As soon as she finished speaking, Xie Xuanjin stood up, his long legs moving like the wind, and in an instant he had already stepped out of the Qianyuan Palace.

Emperor Yuan only realized what had happened after his figure disappeared.

"Why is he in such a hurry when Yu Zhen falls into the water?" Xie Yuqi sneered.

He then stood up and said, "Father, I'm going to see Yuzhen."

As Xie Yuqi left the Qianyuan Palace, Emperor Yuan's brows furrowed more and more, and the frustration in his heart grew stronger.

If the palace is safe and sound, how could Yu Zhen have fallen into the water?

Unless there is a conflict with someone.

Emperor Yuan thought of Song Qingning, but Xie Xuanjin thought of it even earlier. Xie Yuqi, however, didn't know why Xie Xuanjin was in such a hurry.

Qi'er is inferior to Xie Xuanjin in every way.

This greatly frustrated Emperor Yuan, who refused to admit it.

In the princess's bedroom, the underground heating system was burning brightly, and steam rose from the floor.

Xie Yuzhen was wrapped in several blankets, but she was still so cold that her teeth were chattering.

Upon returning to her palace, she flew into a rage, and seeing that Shen Wan'er and Xiao Yue were unharmed, she could no longer contain her anger.

Xiao Yue is the princess of Nanlin, so she couldn't take her anger out on her.

He then dismissed Xiao Yue and ordered Shen Wan'er to take off her outer garment and kneel outside the room, letting her be exposed to the cold wind.

Before an incense stick had burned, Xiao Yue was brought back.

He was soaking wet and shivering.

Only after asking did I learn that when she was passing by an artificial lake, her leg seemed to have been hit by a stone, and she immediately lost her balance, staggered a few steps, and fell into the lake.

"Song Qingning, it must be Song Qingning!" Xiao Yue was in such a sorry state for the second time.

The first time was at the welcoming banquet, and both times it was related to Song Qingning.

"Princess Yuzhen, she dragged you into this mess and made you suffer like this. Can you swallow this insult?"

"If I were you, I would definitely tell my father and have him punish her!"

Xiao Yue wanted to use someone else to do her dirty work.

No sooner had she finished speaking than Princess Yuzhen glared at her fiercely, "Then go tell your father! Trying to use me as a weapon? Your intentions are far too obvious!"

Xie Yuzhen couldn't swallow this insult.

But now, thinking of Song Qingning, she felt a pang of fear.

My mind was filled with Song Qingning in the water, her sharp, devilish eyes.

Xie Yuqi rushed over, followed by Emperor Yuan. They both inquired about how Xie Yuzhen had fallen into the water and wanted to seek justice for her.

"Your Majesty, my cousin, it's Song Qingning..."

Outside the door, Shen Wan'er was about to complain.