novelhk Chapter 292 Entering the Palace to Meet the Saint
Chapter 292 Entering the Palace to Meet the Saint
Old Madam Chu spoke angrily, her gaze fixed coldly on Duke Wen.
In fact, Chu Wanqing's death caused a great uproar in the capital, and many people recalled that incident after hearing her name.
"How come I remember... when the Duchess of Wen died, it also went to court!"
"I still remember the Chu family members drawing their knives to kill the Duke of Wen!"
"I'm afraid it's just as Old Madam Chu said. Duke Wen was afraid that his poisonous plot would be exposed, which is why he rushed to bury Duchess Wen!"
"Once the person is buried, nothing can be found out!"
The crowd was buzzing with discussion, but after Old Madam Chu spoke, the tide turned, and without exception, they all turned their anger toward Duke Wen.
"The Duke of Wen appears to be a virtuous gentleman, but I never expected him to be secretly involved in such murderous and plundering activities."
"His previous refined and approachable demeanor was probably all an act. He could even poison his own wife; what else wouldn't he do?"
Even though the Liu and Gan families were secretly trying to muddy the waters and change the tide, the evidence was irrefutable. Anyone with a brain would know that this was the work of the Duke of Wen.
Upon seeing this scene, Duke Wen felt utterly hopeless, knowing that he was doomed.
Old Madam Chu personally confirmed that the blood letter was written by Chu Wanqing, and Rongxiu was also recognized by Old Madam Chu as Chu Wanqing's personal maid.
In this way, both witnesses and physical evidence are available.
Duke Wen and his wife were the real culprits who poisoned Chu Wanqing back then!
Lord Bai's face turned cold, but this matter was probably not up to him to decide alone.
So he glanced at Old Madam Chu and General Chu, and tentatively asked, "The Duke of Wen has a title, and the Dali Temple alone is not enough to punish him. We must also report this matter to His Majesty."
Upon hearing this, Old Madam Chu gave a cold laugh.
"This old woman also wishes to see His Majesty!"
She glanced coldly at Duke Wen several times, her words carrying a hidden meaning: "Back then, there was no evidence, which allowed that pair of adulterers to escape death. This time... I want to see who else will stand up for this pair of adulterers."
After saying that, Old Madam Chu led Old General Chu away in a long stride.
Lord Bai followed closely behind, cold sweat pouring down his back.
He didn't want the Chu family to hold a grudge against him, knowing that the Chu family was the most vengeful.
As for the Duke of Wen...
Lord Bai glanced discreetly at the deathly pale-faced Duke Wen, thinking to himself—in His Majesty's heart, it is obvious which is more important, a useless Duke Wen or the Chu family who have guarded the gates of Dali for decades.
Moreover, the evidence of the crimes committed by Duke Wen is conclusive. Even if the other party is not from the Chu family, it is enough to send Duke Wen to prison.
Thinking this way, Lord Bai quickened his pace.
Rongxiu followed closely beside Old Madam Chu.
She hadn't seen the light of day for over a decade, and the sudden sight of so many people filled her with fear. She kept her head down, afraid to let anyone see her face.
Old Madam Chu patted her hand tenderly: "You've suffered so much these past years."
With her keen eyes, Old Madam Chu naturally wouldn't miss the numerous scars on Rongxiu's face.
She knew that these scars were probably caused by Madam Wen's torment of Rongxiu.
Rongxiu endured so much suffering for the sake of a chance to avenge her master, and finally, this day has come.
"Madam, I've finally waited for you!" Rongxiu said with tears in her eyes. "When Miss died, I wanted to give you the letter written in blood, but who knew... that Zhang Shi would capture me!"
She hated Madam Wen to the core. As she spoke, she stared hatefully at Madam Wen's back and said, "If she hadn't imprisoned me for fifteen years, how could I have waited until today to present the blood letter?"
As she spoke of this, her resentment grew even stronger.
Fortunately, the truth has come to light today, and Madam Wen will surely receive the retribution she deserves!
"Don't be afraid." Old Madam Chu patted her shoulder. "With us here, no one can hurt you!"
"As for those two..." Old Madam Chu snorted coldly, "Even if it costs me my old life, I will make them pay for their crimes in blood!"
"After I return to my residence, I will go to the palace to meet the Emperor." She comforted Rongxiu, "I will take you to Prince Jing's residence."
Upon hearing this, Rongxiu was taken aback: "Prince Jing's residence?"
She had been confined to the small courtyard for fifteen years and knew nothing about the outside world. When she suddenly heard the words "Prince Jing's Mansion," she was stunned for a long time and could not find any information about Prince Jing's Mansion in her mind.
Old Madam Chu slapped her forehead and hurriedly said, "I wanted to teach you to Yaoyao."
When Rongxiu heard those two words, her eyes lit up immediately.
"Is it the young lady?" She hurriedly grabbed Old Madam Chu's hand. "The young lady is still alive?"
She thought that after so many years, Wen Shuyao had long since died at the hands of the ruthless Madam Wen.
"That's right." Old Madam Chu nodded. "Perhaps they were worried that we would cause trouble again. Although they didn't treat Yaoyao well, at least... Yaoyao still managed to save her life under their control."
"Yaoyao is now the Princess Consort of Jing," said Old Madam Chu with a smile. "She will definitely protect you."
With tears welling up in her eyes, Rongxiu said, "Good...good! If Miss is watching over us from heaven, she will surely breathe a sigh of relief."
She knew that the young lady's biggest worry before she died was her daughter.
Upon hearing this, Old Madam Chu's voice choked for a moment.
But after a moment, she gritted her teeth and said, "They have wronged me, Wanqing, to this extent! I will... I will make them pay for their crimes in blood!"
After saying this, she and General Chu embarked on their journey to the palace to meet the emperor.
Rongxiu was taken to Prince Jing's residence by Granny Yun.
On the way to Prince Jing's residence, Rongxiu also learned that Wen Shuyao had now become Prince Jing's consort.
Moreover, this Prince Jing is young, handsome, and holds a high position of power.
Such a good son-in-law was given to Wen Shuyao.
That wicked woman Zhang didn't do anything to give this good husband to her daughter.
She couldn't help but ask, and Granny Yun smiled mysteriously: "You don't know, but this matter caused quite a stir in the capital at the time."
“Prince Jing was originally a good husband carefully selected by Zhang for her daughter, while Chen Che, whose family was poor, was the husband she chose for her young lady.”
"Who knew that when Wen Yitong woke up one day, her mind seemed to have broken down. She insisted on marrying Chen Che and even ruined her reputation in order to marry him. Thus, this good marriage with Prince Jing fell into the hands of our young lady."
“Our young lady is intelligent and beautiful, and every man would be captivated by her, even Prince Jing is no exception,” Granny Yun said proudly. “After I take you to Prince Jing’s residence, you will feel that our young lady holds a very special place in Prince Jing’s heart.”
Upon hearing this, Rongxiu breathed a sigh of relief.