in2ebook Chapter 313: Ling Huan’s road to breaking the rumors is still difficult
Chapter 313: Ling Huan’s road to breaking the rumors is still difficult
Zhen Huan said in a deep voice, "Then let's start by tracing the source of the rumor and find out who's behind it!"
An Lingrong nodded: "Huan'er, I have instructed my maid to investigate and see if they can find any clues."
Hua Fei said, "My people are also searching everywhere. If I find him first, I will not let him off easily!"
Not long after, An Lingrong's maid returned with a report: "My lady, I heard that this rumor seems to have spread from a secluded corner of the Imperial Garden. Some young eunuchs are often seen sneaking around there."
Zhen Huan's eyes flashed: "Let's go to the Imperial Garden and take a look!"
Arriving at the Imperial Garden, Concubine Hua shouted at a passing eunuch, "You! Do you know who has been spreading rumors here these days?"
The young eunuch knelt down in fear and said, "Madam, I am just a sweeper, I don't know much, I just saw a eunuch in gray clothes whispering to people here."
Zhen Huan asked, "What does this eunuch in grey clothes look like?"
The young eunuch trembled and said, "Your Majesty, that eunuch has a large black mole on his face, which is very conspicuous."
An Lingrong thought for a moment: "I seem to have seen such a eunuch in Lord Li's entourage."
Concubine Hua was furious: "This must be Lord Li's conspiracy! He wants to destroy our reputation first and then deal with us."
Zhen Huan said, "We can't just rely on speculation, we have to find solid evidence."
After returning to the palace, Chun'er hurried over and said, "Sisters, I heard that Lord Li recently hosted a banquet for many officials in the mansion. It seems that he is planning something big."
Zhen Huan's eyes lit up: "Chun'er, this news comes just in time. Perhaps we can find some evidence from his banquet."
An Lingrong asked, "But how can we know what they talked about at the banquet?"
Hua Fei said, "How difficult is that? I'll find a clever palace maid to pretend to be the wine delivery person and eavesdrop quietly from the side."
Zhen Huan said worriedly, "Sister, this is too dangerous. If we are discovered, the palace maids' lives will be in danger."
Hua Fei said, "I will find someone smart and clever who won't be easily discovered."
The maid went to eavesdrop and returned a long time later, looking panicked. "Madams, I heard Lord Li discussing with the officials that they were going to slander the madams to the emperor before the madams could present their evidence. They said that they were deliberately spreading the rumor to disrupt the harem."
Zhen Huan angrily said, "How dare they be so arrogant!"
An Lingrong said, "Huan'er, we have to find a way to deal with it quickly. We can't let them get ahead of us."
Hua Fei said, "I will go to see the emperor right now and show him our loyalty. We will not let Mr. Li succeed in his evil scheme."
Zhen Huan stopped her, "Sister, don't be reckless. We must go with evidence. The Emperor might not believe us without evidence."
An Lingrong said, "Huan'er is right. Let's first organize the evidence we've collected, and then we'll go before the Emperor together."
While sorting out the evidence, An Lingrong discovered a key letter, which turned out to be a secret letter from Lord Li colluding with the forces of Jianghu. The letter mentioned that he would use the people of Jianghu to create chaos in the harem.
An Lingrong said excitedly, "Huan'er, read this letter! This is irrefutable evidence!"
Zhen Huan took it and read it: "With this letter, Lord Li will no longer be able to make excuses."
The three of them went to see the emperor with the evidence and the palace maid.
Zhen Huan said respectfully, "Your Majesty, I and your concubine have been maliciously slandered recently. Upon investigation, it was Lord Li who deliberately spread rumors to cover up his crimes and disrupt the harem. Here is the evidence, Your Majesty, please review it."
The Emperor took the evidence and his expression darkened. "How could this be true! This Lord Li is so bold!"
Hua Fei said, "Your Majesty, this Lord Li is not only that, he also embezzles and accepts bribes in the court, colludes with underworld forces, and intends to commit crimes."
The emperor shouted angrily, "Pass on my decree. Lord Li will be dismissed from his post, investigated, and thrown into prison. His accomplices will also be severely punished!"
After dealing with the matter of Lord Li, Zhen Huan said, "The fighting in the harem is really hard to guard against. We need to be more cautious."
An Lingrong said, "Huan'er, as long as we sisters work together, we can overcome any difficulties."
Hua Fei said: "That's right, with me here, who dares to plot against us easily?"
Although the storm has subsided temporarily, Zhen Huan, An Lingrong and Hua Fei are still in a dangerous place. However, their determination is stronger and their love is deeper. They defend their positions with wisdom and courage, waiting for the unknown tomorrow.