Chapter 802
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Even if he hadn't poisoned Pang Xiao this time, Li Qitian would have thought of a way to plan an "accident" to test Pang Xiao's attitude. Coincidentally encountering this matter, Li Qitian simply took advantage of this matter to vent his anger.
But he didn't think that poisoning would create such a big loophole.
Li Qitian didn't know if he should be angry that his di son was poisoned or angry that this group of idiots didn't do things properly.
Li Qitian's anger surged. But the angrier he was, the calmer his expression was and his voice was gentle.
"Consort Prince Zhongshun, stand up and have a seat."
"Your Majesty is wise and observant. Chenfu is endlessly grateful." Qin Yining bowed. When she stood up, her knees hurt so much that she couldn't help but stagger.
Ji Yun and Bing Tang hurriedly supported her arms.
Looking at the wrist that they didn't notice, Bing Tang and Ji Yun only realized how much weight Qin Yining had lost. The bones on her wrist were protruding and it was a bit painful to hold.
Ji Yun's tears immediately poured out. It took a lot of effort to stop the tears from falling.
These days, she and Bing Tang ate well and lived well in the Empress' palace. The one who suffered was her master who was locked up by the Empress Dowager. But their words carried little weight and they couldn't beg the Empress to go to Ci 'an Palace to disobey the Empress Dowager and treat Qin Yining well. The Empress was benevolent enough to give them time and materials to study poisons. They could only wait anxiously.
If Wang Ye knew that their master had suffered so much, Wang Ye would go crazy.
Xiong Jinshui called for a small eunuch to bring a round chair and place it at the head of the seats for the noble families. Then he politely invited Qin Yining to sit.
At this time, everyone was waiting for Li Qitian to express his stance.
The matter was very clear. Since it had nothing to do with Qin Yining, then someone must have framed her. And it was clear that the problem was with Concubine Yu.
Li Qitian called everyone to watch. He wanted to show his benevolence by convicting Qin Yining without an investigation. Now that it had happened, the best way was to interrogate Concubine Yu on the spot and give Qin Yining justice. Only then could he completely clear his name.
But after waiting for a long time, Li Qitian didn't express any stance and didn't have any intention of interrogating Concubine Yu.
Those who were observant came up with several versions of the story in their hearts. They lowered their eyes to hide their thoughts.
Li Qitian was caught between a rock and a hard place. He didn't want to reveal the inside story in front of others, but he had to give an explanation in public.
Hope Concubine Yu was smart.
Otherwise, he would make Concubine Yu's regret.
"Yu Pin." Li Qitian's cold gaze landed on Yu Pin.
'Concubine Yu was already trembling in fear. Her body was weak. Li Qitian's voice pulled her back to reality. She immediately stood up. Because she didn't have any strength, she directly slid down from the chair and sat on the ground. She trembled for a long time before kneeling upright.
'Your Majesty, this concubine is here.'
Li Qitian said: "Speak. Why did you feed your pet dog arsenic? Why did you coincidentally find the path the Prince Zhongshun would take? At that time, the dog happened to knock over the food box and insist that your pet was poisoned by the bird's nest? "
'Concubine Yu trembled like a leaf in the wind. Cold sweat continuously slid down her forehead and temples. The delicate makeup on her face and bright red lips made her complexion look even paler.
She remembered what the Empress Dowager said when she was alone with her to admire the flowers. She remembered the strange smile on the Empress Dowager's mama's face when she handed her the bag of arsenic. She wanted to say everything. She didn't want to be someone's scapegoat.
But now that Concubine Yu realized, if she didn't become the scapegoat, even if the Empress Dowager didn't retaliate against her family, Your Majesty wouldn't let them go. Didn't you see how Your Majesty acted when he wanted to kill the Prince Zhongshun's Concubine? She was just an unfavored concubine. How could she compare to a wangfei who relied on her husband's status?
Thinking of this, Concubine Yu couldn't help but feel shocked and aggrieved. She said with tears and snot: "Your Majesty, this concubine knows her wrongs. It was this concubine, this concubine deliberately framed wangfei. "
The Empress sat up straight. Her muscles tensed as she asked: "You did it yourself? What grudge do you have with the Prince Zhongshun's Concubine? Why would you do this? Someone must have ordered you to do this! "
"Right!" The Empress Dowager's voice followed. Her voice was sharp as she said, "Someone must have ordered you! Concubine Yu, tell the truth! "
Concubine Yu understood the Empress Dowager's words were a warning.
Concubine Yu's tears flowed even more fiercely. But when she thought of her parents and relatives, her original intention to tell the truth was completely extinguished. Even if she was used as a tool, if she clenched her teeth, her family might be able to survive. If the imperial family had a bit of conscience, her family might be able to live a better life.
After making up her mind, Concubine Yu kowtowed and said: "It was this concubine. This concubine saw that the Prince Zhongshun's Concubine was beautiful and could have twins. This concubine was jealous and planned to slander her."
"Is that so? Then can you explain … … "
"Empress."
Li Qitian interrupted the Empress's question. In his heart, he scolded this woman who didn't know what was good for her. With a gloomy face, he said to Concubine Yu: "You were jealous, so you could poison her? You dared to hide a highly poisonous substance in the palace. You must be up to no good! "
Concubine Yu cried even more desperately, "This concubine didn't, this concubine didn't! This concubine was … … this concubine was … … "
"Someone come!" Li Qitian stood up angrily, "Concubine Yu secretly hid a highly poisonous substance and intended to murder the imperial heir and frame the Prince Zhongshun's Concubine. She is really hateful! Immediately banish her to the Cold Palace! All her servants and attendants are to be beaten to death! "
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Xiong Jinshui immediately gave the order and rushed forward. He covered Concubine Yu's mouth with his big hand to prevent her from saying anything that would make Your Majesty unhappy. He called two eunuchs to drag Concubine Yu away, one on the left and one on the right.
The nannies and eunuchs who came with Concubine Yu were all crying out loudly, but they were still mercilessly taken away.
Seeing this, Li Qitian secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Since there was a chance to end this matter, he must seize it decisively, lest the matter become even more unmanageable.
The Empress's hand on the round-backed chair gradually relaxed. She looked at Li Qitian's side face in disbelief, and then slowly leaned back in the chair.
This man, for the sake of his overall situation, didn't even care about his own family. What else could she hope for?
Li Qitian said in a deep voice, "Today's matter has come to light. Zhen has also made a decision."
"Your Majesty is wise." The nobles and womenfolk all stood up and saluted.
Seeing that the matter was over, Li Qitian didn't plan to keep these people. He was about to speak when he suddenly heard a commotion outside. Then, the sound of uniform footsteps approached from afar.
Everyone's heart skipped a beat. Ji Zeyu even jumped up.
"What's the matter?" The palace servants in front of the hall shouted.
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