Novel Full Chapter 875 - 26: The Truth Behind the Former Empress’s Death
Chapter 875: Chapter 26: The Truth Behind the Former Empress’s Death
Recently, a rumor suddenly emerged in the capital saying that the former Empress was killed by the current Empress. The rumor was detailed and believable, making the people of the capital skeptical. Later, as the rumor spread more widely, the citizens gradually began to believe it was true.
When many people talk about a lie, it becomes a reality for many. Once enough people believe it, the rumor becomes the truth.
Initially, the populace did not quite believe it, but when Empress Xie and Prince Jing began to investigate and punish those spreading the rumor, the people truly believed it.
In Zhao Yang Palace, Empress Xie was so angry that she smashed several tea cups and vases.
"Why can’t it be stopped? Who’s spreading it?" Empress Xie was so furious that she briefly blacked out, stumbled, and then collapsed into her chair.
Jiang Chuan quickly moved forward, reaching out to massage Empress Xie’s temples.
"Your Majesty, you must take care of your health."
Empress Xie impatiently waved Jiang Chuan’s hand away and said with a face full of anger, "Someone wants to harm me!" Who is so vicious to spread such cruel rumors? Furthermore, besides me, there’s no one else in the world who knows. Back then, mother dealt with everyone related to this matter. It’s impossible for anyone to know. Exactly who is it, and how does he know?
Jiang Chuan had never seen Empress Xie in such a malevolent state, and was too frightened to say a word. Although Empress Xie’s temper has always been bad, often throwing tantrums in the palace, it has never been like these recent days.
At this moment, Prince Jing entered, saw the shards all over and Empress Xie’s livid face, understood that the Empress had just had another major outburst.
Prince Jing gave Jiang Chuan a look, then went up to support Empress Xie, and the mother and son went to the study.
Jiang Chuan brought a cup of Calming Tea; Prince Jing took it and personally delivered it before Empress Xie.
"Mother, have some tea to calm down."
Empress Xie took the teacup, drank two gulps rudely, then slammed the cup onto the table aggressively.
"Mother, it’s not worth it to harm your health with anger, you must take care of yourself."
Seeing her son’s calm demeanor, Empress Xie’s rage slightly diminished. She asked with a sullen face, "Have you found out who it was?"
"Mother, does the instigator of this rumor need further investigation?" Prince Jing furrowed his brows, his expression turning cold, "The reason the rumor can’t be contained is due to the complex identity of the mastermind behind it."
Empress Xie heard this, a sharp coldness flashed in her eyes, and she said coldly: "Noble Princess Consort Rong and her son!"
"Who else but them." Recently, Prince Jing has been investigating the rumor, but despite extensive investigations, only small fry have been found. These small fry claim they were paid by others to spread the rumor throughout the capital. However, regarding the mastermind, they knew nothing.
Although there’s no evidence pointing to Prince Dai, Prince Jing suspects he’s behind it.
Empress Xie tightly clenched her fists, her face twisted with rage, looking terrifying.
"That vile Noble Princess, I will definitely kill her!"
"Mother, we lack evidence against them." Prince Jing didn’t expect Prince Dai and his supporters to be so devious, concocting such venomous rumors. "Mother, we cannot remain passive any longer."
"What do you mean?" Empress Xie was so enraged she completely lost her rationality, with no hint of a plan.
"Although Father hasn’t believed the rumor, if it continues spreading, he might."
This is what Empress Xie fears most. She asked in terror, "What do you suggest we do?"
"Mother, you should fall ill, and the illness must be severe..." Prince Jing whispered something into Empress Xie’s ear.
After hearing, the panic on Empress Xie’s face receded considerably.
"Alright." These days, Empress Xie had been so infuriated by the rumors that she indeed fell ill.
Prince Jing glanced at Empress Xie, hesitated for a moment before asking, "Mother, be truthful with me, is the rumor real?"
Empress Xie’s face immediately darkened, and she asked displeased: "Do you also believe the rumor?"
Prince Jing did not answer. He understood his mother’s nature; she is capable of doing what the rumor suggests.
"Mother, it doesn’t matter if I believe it or not, what matters is whether Father does. However, I do hope you’ll be honest with me so I can better deal with what follows."