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Qiulan dared not hide it any longer.

"She was a maid in the Prince's mansion, just like any other servant."

"She instructed the maid to use this painting to frame Miss Cui, saying that this would ruin today's marriage."

"She had an ordinary appearance, with many freckles on her face..."

Qiulan tried her best to describe the features of the person she had just met, but found that the person was too ordinary, so ordinary that there was nothing outstanding about him.

but……

"I'll definitely recognize her when I see her!" Qiulan said.

Princess Consort Yu immediately ordered, "Steward, have all the maids and nannies in the palace, regardless of age, wait in the backyard."

"Yes."

The steward accepted the order and left.

Princess Consort Yu glanced at Xie Xuanjin again.

Although Cui Xinlan claimed ownership of the painting and gave that explanation, it couldn't withstand scrutiny; everything depended on whether people believed it or not.

If you believe that explanation, then so be it.

But if you don't believe it...

Princess Yu knew Xie Xuanjin was clever; no one could fool him.

She also knew that Xie Xuanjin cared about Song Qingning.

That's why she disregarded Yunli's wishes and rushed him to get married, hoping to put an end to any future troubles.

But today, the secret that Yunli had been hiding in his heart was exposed.

What will happen to Xuan Jin?

Princess Yu noticed the murderous intent in his eyes and felt a vague unease.

Unable to fathom the emperor's thoughts, she could only try to salvage the situation.

"Your Majesty, today is the auspicious day for Yunli and Xinlan's wedding. This incident is truly unexpected. If we delay any longer, we fear we will miss the auspicious time. Could we allow them to complete the wedding ceremony first, and then address other matters?"

Princess Yu's words were both a remedial measure and a test.

She held her breath, waiting for Xie Xuanjin's reply.

She thought she would have to wait a long time, but to her surprise, Xie Xuanjin said as soon as she finished speaking:

"Aunt is absolutely right. Yunli's marriage is a major event, and the auspicious time must not be missed. As for other matters, we can discuss them properly after the ceremony!"

Xie Xuanjin stood up and pulled Song Qingning back to her seat.

The murderous intent in his eyes briefly disappeared as he approached Song Qingning.

None of the guests present could fathom the emperor's anger, or whether he harbored resentment towards the painting.

Including Cui Xinlan's maid, Xiao Tao.

"Miss……"

Xiao Tao had reservations.

No one knew better than her whether her mistress's words were true or false. The maid in the Prince's mansion had already admitted that she was instructed by someone to harm her mistress.

The young lady's innocence has been proven.

Even she could tell that the painting was indeed painted by the prince, and that the prince harbored feelings for Consort Song in his heart.

If the Emperor insists on pursuing this matter, the Prince's coveting of the Emperor's sister-in-law will likely make things difficult to resolve peacefully.

Even if a young lady marries a prince, she will be implicated.

Even if the Emperor doesn't pursue the matter, the Prince has someone else in his heart, and the Miss won't receive the Prince's love. She will definitely live a miserable life from now on.

Both are detrimental to the young lady.

Xiao Tao, emboldened, tugged at Cui Xinlan's sleeve.

Her actions caught Xie Yunli's attention.

The maid was so frightened that she knelt down, but even though she was scared, she was determined to risk everything and fight for her mistress's chance to choose.

Before she could speak, the prince's voice rang out first:

"The Prince's Mansion has failed to properly manage its servants, causing Miss Cui to suffer injustice. If Miss Cui does not wish to continue the wedding ceremony, I will immediately send someone to escort her back to the Cui Mansion, return the dowry, and consider the betrothal gifts as the Prince's Mansion's apology and compensation to Miss Cui."

"The marriage contracts between the two families are null and void. From now on, both parties are free to marry as they please. I will explain the reasons to the world. It was all the fault of the Royal Palace. I will not allow Miss Cui's reputation to be damaged."

Xie Yunli spoke frankly and sincerely, giving Cui Xinlan the right to choose.

Even the maid was shocked.

After the initial shock came admiration and praise.

Everyone says that Prince Li is a gentleman, and the master and mistress often praise him, saying that any woman who marries Prince Li will be blessed.

but……

"Since the prince has welcomed Xinlan into the house, there is no reason for Xinlan to turn back."

Cui Xinlan's voice came from above the maid's head.

Xiao Tao suddenly looked up and saw her young mistress holding up the Hehuan Fan again, blocking her way.

Miss, she...

"Xiao Tao!" Cui Xinlan winked at the maid.

That look seemed to be reassuring her, telling her: there's no need to worry, her choice is right.

Cui Xinlan is not stupid.

Xie Yunli is in love with Song Qingning.

Given the current situation, Xie Yunli and the Prince Li's mansion face an uncertain future, and her future husband has someone else on his mind, making her future equally uncertain.

But he trusted his father's judgment.

My father said that the current emperor, Xie Xuanjin, is a wise ruler, Prince Li, Xie Yunli, is a gentleman, and Song Qingning is even more upright and unparalleled.

It may be true that Xie Yunli admires Song Qingning, but two people of such refined character and integrity would never have any romantic relationship.

If there's no romantic relationship between them, what is she afraid of?

As for whether the Emperor would develop a rift with Xie Yunli, Cui Xinlan was unsure, but she knew that the moment Xie Yunli gave her the choice, she was willing to gamble with him on the future of the Prince Li's mansion.

The emcee announced "Husband and wife bow to each other" once, and then the ceremony was completed.

Cui Xinlan did not go to the new house first, but followed Xie Yunli to the backyard.

Princess Yu apologized to the guests and then let them drink. Afterwards, she went with Xie Xuanjin and Song Qingning to the backyard to deal with the unfinished business.

In the backyard.

All the nannies and maids in the entire Prince's mansion were present; their names were called, and not one was missing.

But Qiulan looked through them one by one and still couldn't find the person she was talking about.

"No?" Princess Consort Yu frowned. "Look again carefully, is it there or not?"

Qiulan looked again, confirming once more, "No, I saw it very clearly, they... are not her!"

"Neither of them? Are you kidding us? Is there no such person at all, and you're the one with ulterior motives?"

Xie Rouan shouted angrily.

Qiulan immediately knelt down in fear, "No, no, it really was her who instructed me. Could it be... could it be that some people haven't all arrived yet?"

Princess Consort Yu looked at the steward.

The butler hurriedly said, "Everyone on the list is here."

Everyone on the roster is here, but that person isn't. Perhaps that person isn't on the roster.

Also!

If the person behind this was really just a maid in the Prince's mansion, she wouldn't have had such a strong motive to go to such lengths to do all this.

Song Qingning guessed the man's identity and noticed a trace of blood on Xie Rouan's sleeve.

She stood up and strode forward.

Grabbing Xie Rouan's wrist, he saw the tiny wound and instantly confirmed the man's identity.

"I know who she is!"

"I think I know who she is..."

Two voices rang out simultaneously.

One is Song Qingning, and the other is Cui Xinlan.

As the two finished speaking, another voice rang out.

"I know who she is now!" Xie Rouan's eyes flashed with a sharp glint.

The three women exchanged glances, as if they all understood that they were thinking the same thing.

And that man...

"She can't hide, and she can't escape far!" Song Qingning said in a deep voice.

He then instructed Wan Liang, who had been standing beside Xie Xuanjin:

"Search the entire Prince's mansion immediately, as well as all the surrounding residences and courtyards. Even if we have to dig three feet into the ground, we must find Su Ling!"