The Self-cultivation of a Salted Fish Concubine

Chapter 169 Report

Fang Yuaner doesn't believe in swearing or not swearing.

Just as she was about to respond, Xie Run stared at her coldly and said in a deep voice, "Do you dare to swear that if you ever lay a hand on Tao Tao, both you and the Third Young Master will suffer retribution?!"

Not to mention Fang Yuaner, everyone present gasped when they heard this.

Fang Yuaner met Xie Run's dark and cold eyes, and the words on her lips could not be uttered.

Fang Yuaner doesn't believe in oaths, but she has to believe in ghosts and gods.

Otherwise, how could she come into this world?

After just a moment of hesitation, everyone present noticed the clue.

But before Fang Yuan'er could try to save the situation, King Jing coldly shouted, "Enough!"

Xie Run suppressed the anger on his face and saluted King Jing with a calm expression.

"I love my son dearly, and my words were inappropriate. I beg Your Highness to punish me."

King Jing was displeased when he heard that his son was cursed.

But seeing Xie Run's calm expression, he couldn't bring himself to mention punishment.

After all, it was understandable that she was angry.

King Jing was filled with anger and had no place to vent it. He glanced at Fang Yuan'er, who had a gloomy face beside him, and immediately found an outlet to vent his anger.

"Ms. Fang plotted to murder the heir of the royal family. His heart is utterly deplorable. He refuses to repent and will be immediately confined to his home for six months and fined six months' salary."

Catching a glimpse of Qiulu kneeling on the ground, King Jing said calmly, "This girl should be beaten to death."

Fang Yuan'er and Qiu Lu looked up at King Jing at the same time, their eyes full of disbelief.

Fang Yuan'er never thought that King Jing didn't believe her at all and punished her so severely!

But before Fang Yuan'er could beg for mercy, Qiulu had already crawled forward on her knees, crying and pulling at King Jing's clothes.

"Please spare my life, Your Majesty! Please spare my life, Your Majesty! This servant really didn't harm the young master!"

"I am devoted to you, you can't treat me like this!"

When these words were spoken, everyone present was shocked.

"Your master is Concubine Fang, why are you so devoted to the prince?"

Mother Li said with disgust, "No wonder we found a sachet embroidered with mandarin ducks in your room. It turns out you were hiding such a dirty mind. It's really disgusting!"

"How dare a lowly servant dream of the prince!"

Mother Li had something to say: "It's true that the servants live with the people, and they are just as ignorant as the heavens and the earth!"

King Jing just didn't like Mother Li's aggressiveness, but now he felt that the old woman's words were quite pleasant to the ear.

Is he someone who anyone can desire?

A concubine's personal maid, who keeps saying that she is devoted to him?

There are really no rules at all!

Eunuch Shi'an caught a glimpse of Prince Jing's expression and immediately ordered the eunuch beside him to come forward and cover Qiulu's mouth.

Fang Yuaner originally wanted to plead for Qiulu because of their relationship as master and servant.

But when I heard what Qiulu shouted, I realized that Qiulu actually had feelings for King Jing. I felt inexplicably disgusted for a moment and didn't say anything.

At this moment, Zihu suddenly came in and said, "Your Highness, Princess, Yueyao, who is tending to the flowers and plants in the corridor, said she has something to report. It's about Yuezhi."

The princess raised an eyebrow, "Before Yuezhi's trial, someone wants to report her?"

King Jing was a little confused: "Who is this Yuezhi Yueyao?"

Xie Run explained gently, "Your Highness. Taotao is unwell. Not only was Polygonum multiflorum added to the wet nurse's diet, but also tapioca starch was added to the water used to make Taotao's supplementary food."

"This Yuezhi is the maid who manages Tao Taoshui. She is currently being interrogated."

She glanced out of the corner of her eye and took in the expressions of the people present.

Concubine Li always had a cold and indifferent expression, and her expression did not fluctuate when she heard this.

Fang Yuaner lowered her eyes slightly, and the emotion in her eyes could not be seen clearly. There was only a faint smile at the corner of her lips.

I don't know whether he was proud or laughing at something.

King Jing took two steps forward and found a chair to sit on. "Call her up first and listen to what she has to say!"

The princess glanced at Fang Yuan'er and said, "Your Majesty, would you like to send Concubine Fang back to her confinement first?"

Fang Yuan'er seemed to be brought back to her senses by the shock, "I won't go back!"

King Jing and the Queen looked at her.

Fang Yuan'er sneered, "Looking at this situation now, I'm afraid it's more than just a show. Your Highness, please let me watch the show to the end before leaving, so that I can die with a clear conscience."

King Jing frowned and was about to refuse immediately.

The princess said, "Your Majesty, since Concubine Fang is curious, let her stay a little longer."

"Since we are under house arrest, we will have less time to go out."

Fang Yuan'er didn't make any sound, but she felt a tightness in her chest and a bloody smell in her throat.

Soon, Yueyao, who was taking care of the flowers and plants, was also brought up.

She was not very old, only thirteen or fourteen years old.

But she is very beautiful, with delicate and gentle features between her eyebrows and a pair of watery eyes.

When scared, it's like a frightened bird, which makes people feel pity for it.

Xie Run liked her because she was well-behaved and cute, so he promoted her from a servant to a third-class maid.

As soon as Yue Yao stepped forward, many people secretly praised Xie Run for being so generous that he dared to keep such a beautiful girl by his side to serve him.

I'm not afraid that one day I'll charm the prince.

Yueyao didn't know what others were thinking, so she just stepped forward and bowed obediently.

King Jing had a blank expression on his face. The princess at the side spoke first, "You said you had something to report about Yuezhi. Tell me in detail."

Yue Yao said timidly, "Princess, I am responsible for the flowers and plants under the corridor. Five days ago, I went to the greenhouse to pick up some flowers. On the way, I passed by Feihe Pavilion and saw..."

As Yueyao spoke, her voice became smaller and smaller.

Xie Run also knew that she was timid, so he said softly, "Don't be afraid. Just tell the prince and princess what you saw."

"If the murderer who dumped the cassava flour is found, you will have done a great deed and will be rewarded."

"Even if it's useless to say it, just your courage to stand up will earn you praise."

Yue Yao was comforted by Xie Run's words and her voice finally became louder.

Although it was still as soft as a mosquito, it was still audible.

"I saw the broken porcelain beside Yuezhi and Concubine Wan. They seemed to be arguing about something, and their faces were not looking good."

"After a while, I saw Yuezhi leave Feihe Pavilion and adjust her cuffs... Later, while I was working, I stared at her cuffs for a long time and noticed a thin gold bracelet on them."

Yueyao was timid but thoughtful. She told everyone in detail when and where she saw Yuezhi.

Feihe Pavilion is also a very clever place.

The location is a bit remote, but it is built in a very artistic way. It is surrounded by rockery on several sides and covered with green vines.

If you want to find a quiet place to chat, it's a great place.

So, it's also a good place to plot.

Zihu also said, "Yuezhi was supposed to be on duty at that time, and no one told her to leave. I wonder why she ended up at Feihe Pavilion?"

After hearing this, King Jing simply said, "Send someone to fetch Concubine Wan first, and then bring that girl in for trial."

"Yes!"

Xie Run was also helped by someone and sat back in his original seat.

She lowered her eyes, not knowing what she was thinking about.

King Jing looked at this and inexplicably felt soft-hearted.

Thinking about how Taotao had suffered two misfortunes for no reason, and how they were both such subtle plots that were hard to guard against, I felt even more sorry for the mother and son.