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The guards stepped forward and escorted Xiao Yin out.

Nangong Zhao was waiting outside.

He looked at Xiao Yin, but Xiao Yin didn't speak, becoming even quieter.

Because everyone knows that Shen Yinshuang's condition is not good right now.

Xiao Yin did not leave; he simply stood there with his hands behind his back.

Inside the room, servants kept coming and going, and basins of clear water were stained red with blood, which was quite frightening.

"This matter?" Nangong Zhao asked Xiao Yin after a long while.

"Investigate," Xiao Yin said calmly.

Nangong Zhao paused for a moment, then looked at Xiao Yin: "If you really get the evidence, what will you do then?"

After all, there is still a significant disparity in strength between Xiao Yin and Cui Lingyi.

It refers to a significant disparity in social status and position.

The Emperor will protect Cui Lingyi, not Xiao Yin.

In addition, Xiao Yin has made many enemies in the court due to his many military achievements over the years.

These people will inevitably add fuel to the fire, which will not benefit Xiao Yin at all.

"Xiao Yin, you can't let personal feelings ruin your entire plan," Nangong Zhao reminded Xiao Yin.

But Xiao Yin didn't respond; he just stood there.

Nangong Zhao knew that his persuasion was undoubtedly a waste of effort.

After all these years, no one has ever been able to change Xiao Yin's decisions.

Finally, Nangong Zhao sighed inwardly.

It took a long time for the room to quiet down.

However, no one came out to reveal anything about Shen Yinshuang's current situation to Xiao Yin.

The sky outside grew increasingly dark.

He Jiu arrived in a hurry just as Xiao Yin and Nangong Zhao had left.

However, Xiao Yin did not return to the imperial palace, but stayed in a side room at Kaiyuan Temple.

"General, this matter is extremely complicated. Miss Shen is just a scapegoat. Many people are involved. And the mastermind is indeed Miss Cui." He Jiu roughly sorted out the situation.

It's not that He Jiuduo is so capable that he could investigate so thoroughly in such a short time.

Instead, Wen Xianli released the evidence.

Upon closer examination, both fake monks were found to be connected to the Cui family and are now under control.

Cui Lingyi had long coveted Princess Chengping's position.

Furthermore, Princess Chengping's marriage to the Pei family also poses a threat to the Cui family.

That's why this plan, which kills two birds with one stone, came about.

Cui Lingyi could destroy Shen Yinshuang, and she could also completely erase this whole affair.

"General, now that you..." He Jiu looked at Xiao Yin, "this matter is not suitable for you to handle."

If Xiao Yin were to step in, it would completely sever ties and would not benefit him.

Xiao Yin remained silent.

Nangong Zhao also looked at Xiao Yin nervously.

Nangong Zhao also knew that he probably couldn't persuade Xiao Yin.

Just then, a commotion broke out outside.

Nangong Zhao and Xiao Yin exchanged a glance, and the two quickly walked out of the room.

The side room was still outside the temple.

However, it faces the imperial palace below.

Then Nangong Zhao and Xiao Yin fell silent.

The palace was brightly lit.

As night deepens, all sounds seem to be amplified.

During the riot, they discovered that the problem originated from Cui Lingyi's temporary palace.

A large number of imperial guards appeared at Cui Lingyi's palace.

Xiao Yin's expression darkened slightly.

"Let's go take a look," Nangong Zhao said calmly.

Without hesitation, Xiao Yin turned around and walked with Nangong Zhao toward the imperial palace.

When they arrived, they discovered that the palace had already been transformed.

Cui Lingyi was arrested.

Prime Minister Cui was so astonished that he couldn't utter a single word.

Before Nangong Zhao and Xiao Yin could react, Cui Lingyi was taken away.

The two quickly followed.

When they arrived at the Emperor's court, they learned that the Cui family had colluded with foreign rebels, and the evidence was irrefutable.

The matter of Shen Yinshuang was also clearly revealed to everyone.

It was all done by the Cui family.

This evidence was provided by Wen Xianli.

The emperor was furious.

No emperor would tolerate the existence of someone who betrays him.

With irrefutable evidence, the Cui family had no chance to argue.

He was accused of treason and murdering a princess.

The Cui family was immediately apprehended and sentenced to be executed along with their entire family.

Because it was during the sacrificial ceremony, it was carried out afterward.

They wouldn't even give the Cui family a chance to return to the capital.

The Imperial Guards in the capital have also sent messengers to deliver a message and take control of the Prime Minister's residence in the capital as soon as possible.

Just like the previous excitement, it vanished in an instant.

The atmosphere inside the palace became tense, as if it could explode at any moment.

No one dared to utter a sound.

After all, even someone of Prime Minister Cui's stature has fallen from grace.

Those who associated with Prime Minister Cui were already trembling with fear.

Everyone looked at each other, completely bewildered.

On the contrary, Xiao Yin didn't manage to say a single word to Cui Lingyi the entire time.

He stood there indifferently.

But he didn't expect that the same criticism would also be directed at him.

Because he and Cui Lingyi were engaged, they shared the blame.

Everyone knew that the emperor's intention was to use this as a pretext to strip Xiao Yin of his military power.

They completely sidelined Xiao Yin.

Xiao Yin did not refute: "Your subject obeys the decree."

As soon as he finished speaking, the people around him quickly got up and left.

Xiao Yin remained alone in the same spot.

After everyone left, Nangong Zhao quickly walked towards Xiao Yin.

"This is probably something that has been planned for a long time," Nangong Zhao said, frowning.

"It doesn't matter; this day will come sooner or later," Xiao Yin said succinctly.

Afterwards, Xiao Yin quickly and calmly left.

His biggest concern right now is Shen Yinshuang's condition.

Rather than the chaos that exists here now.

But Wen Xianlina is under complete martial law.

Xiao Yin couldn't get in.

He could only wait in the side room.

Xiao Yin was stripped of his military power, and naturally lost all his authority.

The people around the emperor have all been replaced.

Xiao Yin no longer had any responsibilities to bear.

Because of Wen Xianli's sudden action, Prince Pingyuan also turned around and left.

Therefore, the atmosphere of the sacrificial ceremony became increasingly tense.

Before we knew it, it was time for the sacrificial ceremony.

The Cui family members were executed on the spot at the imperial palace.

Those connected to the Cui family in the capital were executed on the spot.

No amount of pleading on your behalf will help.

Xiao Yin watched the whole thing without getting any closer.

There is still no news about Shen Yinshuang.

Everyone knows that Wen Xianli is inside Kaiyuan Temple, but there's just no news about him at all.

Under these circumstances, He Jiu suddenly hurriedly walked towards Xiao Yin.

"General, Miss Shen has woken up," He Jiu said quickly. "She sent a message through the young prince's side."

Xiao Yin frowned and looked at He Jiu.

Before anyone could react, He Jiu handed the envelope to Xiao Yin.

When Xiao Yin saw the envelope, he knew it was Shen Yinshuang's autograph.

He opened it quickly.

After reading Shen Yinshuang's letter, Xiao Yin's expression changed completely.

The above represents a complete break in relations.

He told Xiao Yin never to come looking for him again.

Upon seeing the letter, Xiao Yin rushed towards the temple without a second thought.

He wanted to see Shen Yinshuang.

As a result, at the entrance of the side room.

Xiao Yin then discovered that the place was deserted.

This letter was clearly prepared in advance.

Shen Yinshuang had already woken up.

No one told Xiao Yin, and no one would inform him.

This was to prevent Xiao Yin from making preparations in advance.