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Upon hearing this, Xiao Lie became even more anxious.

He only hoped that Jiang Yueyao could help him ward off all evil spirits and monsters.

The Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion.

Shen Qinglan of the Sixteenth Gang sent a message to Jiang Yueyao: "Princess, someone wants to see you. This person is someone the Crown Prince trusts."

Jiang Yueyao raised her eyebrows. Who was this person that she couldn't even mention their name?

She asked Sixteen to arrange a meeting.

The appointment was still made at Qingtan Temple, in the same meditation room as before.

"Princess, is Prince Xiao not even here at all?" Shen Qinglan asked Princess Yuhua, who had been waiting for a long time, after she sat down in the room.

Princess Yuhua was initially puzzled when she saw that the visitor was Shen Qinglan, but she quickly understood.

Shen Qinglan's marriage to Jiang Heng was practically a living widowhood.

Over time, it's natural that they'll develop divided loyalties.

"Why does my cousin-in-law, the Third Prince, want to see me at this critical juncture?" She was contacted by Sixteen, so she can be trusted.

But Jiang Yueyao did not give her a direct answer.

Shen Qinglan had Yunxiu behind her place a small box on the table.

"It contains the evil deeds committed by the Third Prince over the years."

"I have secretly collected witness testimonies and physical evidence. As long as I present them to the Emperor, it will be enough to give the Third Prince a headache."

"But you have to hurry, otherwise it will be too late once the Third Prince runs to the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion."

Judging from her tone, she was certain that Xiao Lie was not at home.

Jiang Yueyao asked curiously, "Why do you think that Prince Xiao is not in the manor?"

Shen Qinglan's eyes were clear, and she said calmly, "If the young master were here, there would be no need for Sixteen to take the lead in arranging for us to meet."

Jiang Yueyao remained silent for a moment. Shen Qinglan was very smart; no wonder Xiao Lie was willing to cooperate with her.

For some reason, Jiang Yueyao felt uneasy and had a sense of urgency.

She feigned composure and took out the evidence that Shen Qinglan had sent from the box.

The further she read, the more horrified and angry she became.

The Third Prince appeared dignified and was always concerned with the people's welfare. I originally thought he was just trying to get the Emperor to think more highly of him, which is why he tried to frame Xiao Lie.

I never imagined that the Third Prince had done so many shady things behind the scenes.

He seized farmland, allowed his slaves to commit murder, and abducted women... What else hasn't he done?

"Third Imperial Cousin-in-law, I won't linger any longer." I must see the Emperor before Jiang Heng arrives at the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion and bring her here.

Shen Qinglan watched Princess Yuhua hurriedly leave through the door, her heart filled with turmoil.

In fact, she had heard about the affair between Jiang Yueyao and Xiao Lie.

But they had never before shared a room together to discuss important matters concerning Xiao Lie.

"Young Master Xiao may not have Princess Yuhua in his heart, so you don't need to worry too much, Master." Yunxiu, who had been with her since childhood, could not hide her little thoughts.

Shen Qinglan replied, "Princess Yuhua has never been married, and she has known Prince Xiao since childhood. How could I possibly understand the bond between them..."

Shen Qinglan did not continue speaking.

It's time to return to the Prince Kang's residence.

Staying out too long might arouse Jiang Heng's suspicion.

As Jiang Yueyao went to the palace to deliver the wooden box, Xiao Lie was almost there as well.

Xiao Lie rode his horse against the wind, kicking up a cloud of dust behind him.

His heart was with the capital, and he wondered if Jiang Yueyao had come up with a way to keep Jiang Heng occupied.

Seventeen followed behind him, feeling sorry for him, and said, "Young Master, we've worn out several horses on this journey."

"Even a thoroughbred horse can't take it, so it's time for us to rest too."

Xiao Lie had no time to worry about any of that; all he wanted to do was get back to his residence as soon as possible.

He is still afraid that one person might ruin things, and that is Lin Wan'er.

If Lin Wan'er insists on going to him, Jiang Yueyao might not be able to stop her.

Just as he had feared, Lin Wan'er personally brewed a bowl of herbal medicine and went to his courtyard.

When Sixteen saw her arrive, he blocked her way with a sour face, saying, "The young master will not see you. Please leave."

She had been feeling uneasy ever since that incident at the pavilion in the middle of the lake.

She was incredibly foolish.

Knowing that her meeting with the Third Prince was arranged by Xiao Lie, she still acted impulsively and engaged in an ambiguous relationship with him.

Every time she recalls that scene, she hates and despises herself.

Several times I wanted to sit up and slap myself hard.

"Sixteen, is the young master really dying?" Lin Wan'er waited anxiously for Sixteen's answer.

However, a chorus of mockery came from behind her.

Jiang Yueyao arrived and quietly nodded towards the sixteen-point mark.

Sixteen crossed his arms, snorted coldly, and remained blocking the courtyard entrance, though he did make room for Jiang Yueyao.

Jiang Yueyao walked over and stood side by side with Sixteen.

On the contrary, she seemed more like the mistress of the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion than Lin Wan'er.

"Lin Wan'er, don't think that bringing a bowl of nourishing soup can make up for the terrible disaster you've committed."

Jiang Yueyao rebuked, "You've been so anxious these past few days; it's all your own fault."

"The Third Prince said a few sweet words to you, and you couldn't control yourself and threw yourself into his arms?"

He can't possibly marry you.

Several days have passed since the incident, and Jiang Heng has not come to see her, nor has he replied to any of the letters she sent.

Lin Wan'er was perfectly lucid; the only person she could rely on was Xiao Lie.

"Princess, I am the Crown Prince's consort. Please let me in. I need to see how the Crown Prince is doing."

Jiang Yueyao stood at the entrance of the courtyard, refusing to give an inch.

She said fiercely, "Are you going in to see the young master because you want to anger him to death?"

"You should give up that idea as soon as possible. The young master has been in a coma for many days. It's already quite good if he can wake up for the time it takes to drink a cup of tea each day."

"Did the Third Prince encourage you to come?"

Lin Wan'er was so misunderstood that she hurriedly defended herself, "No, I haven't seen the Third Prince again. I'm just really concerned about the safety of the Crown Prince."

Lin Wan'er breathed a sigh of relief upon learning from Jiang Yueyao that Xiao Lie was mostly asleep.

She secretly rejoiced that Xiao Lie couldn't come looking for her to pursue the matter at the lakeside pavilion.

Xiao Lie had already considered divorcing her, and she was truly worried for several days.

Seeing Lin Wan'er's calculating expression, Jiang Yueyao was furious. "Get out of here! If you don't leave, I'll have Sixteen beat you up."

Lin Wan'er peeked inside several times, but seeing nothing, she left dejectedly.

With the crisis averted, Jiang Yueyao and Sixteen exchanged a glance, patted their chests, and were about to walk into the courtyard.

Unexpectedly, they heard a chilling voice behind them.

Looking back, it really was the Grand Eunuch Deshun coming over.

Following behind De Shun was Imperial Physician Zhao. "Princess, how is the young master's health? His Majesty is very worried in the palace and specially ordered this old servant to bring the imperial physician over to help with his diagnosis."