novelaction Chapter 22 Zhou Qianqian, the One Who Was Disliked
Chapter 22 Zhou Qianqian, the One Who Was Disliked
"That confession not only named more than thirty accomplices, but also clearly stated the amount of money sent to your Eastern Palace over the years." Empress Ning was furious: "Why did you carry out the assassination if you weren't absolutely certain? How can he protect you if you do this?"
Li Heng's body went even weaker. He felt as if countless cold winds were penetrating his body. His father already disliked him, and if a thorough investigation were to begin, how could he possibly retain his position as crown prince?
What became of the deposed crown prince? History books throughout the ages clearly state that none of them survived!
“No…this must be fake. He didn’t have time to write a confession.” Li Heng immediately rejected the idea: “How could Mother have known such news?”
"It was Shen Li who secretly sent this message to me. Zhao Jing and Gu Chang'an have already arrived at the Imperial Study, and the confession should have already reached your father." Empress Ning looked at her son, who was lying on the ground like mud, and felt a wave of helplessness wash over her.
This child has been ruthless since childhood but lacks decisiveness. He is capable of knowing when to advance and retreat when things are going well, but he loses his way when things go wrong.
"This matter cannot be blown out of proportion. Shen Li, has Shen Li said what to do now?" Li Heng suddenly felt hopeful when he thought of Shen Li, and he steadied himself and stood up from the ground.
"She sent this. Take it to your grandmother. Her birthday is in three months. Go and ask her to personally host the birthday banquet." Empress Ning handed him the scroll she had been holding.
Li Heng's gaze was fixed on the scroll, and he slowly said, "Grandmother is old and cannot bear to see killing. Your son knows what to say."
"At least you look presentable now. Hurry up and change your clothes and head over there. The Empress Dowager will relay the message outside the palace." Seeing the determination in his eyes, Empress Ning nodded.
This also made her realize the importance of finding a virtuous wife for her son.
She went outside and heard Zhou Qianqian screaming as she was being tortured, which only made her feel more and more annoyed.
I thought this girl came from a good family and had a steady personality. Even if she couldn't match Shen Li's intelligence and talent, she would still be a good choice to be a virtuous wife.
I never expected her to be so useless.
Even if such a person does give birth to a son, she is not worthy of being the Crown Princess, much less the future Empress.
It is still necessary to find a dignified and stable Crown Princess, preferably with a good family background.
Empress Ning was momentarily stunned, and a name popped into her mind: Lin Wan'er.
If one could obtain Lin Wan'er as the Crown Princess, she would be no less than Shen Li. However, the Lin family is powerful, and His Majesty may not agree. It would be best to find a way to make Lin Wan'er willing.
"Ah, Your Majesty, spare me, spare me..." Zhou Qianqian's voice interrupted Empress Ning's thoughts, and she frowned slightly.
"Alright." Empress Ning, remembering that she still needed to use the Zhou family, stopped the punishment.
I wonder if the messenger who went out of the palace to deliver the message to the Grand Secretary has arrived yet. The situation is dangerous this time, and we need to work together both inside and outside the palace.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for sparing my life. I will certainly be more careful in my words and deeds in the future." Zhou Qianqian came over and kowtowed to admit her mistake.
Her face was swollen from the eunuch's beating, the handprints were very clear, and blood was seeping from some parts of her tender skin.
"This is also a lesson for you. In the future, the most important thing for you to be by His Highness's side is virtue, do you understand?" Empress Ning's tone softened slightly.
After all, we still need people.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will remember your teachings." Zhou Qianqian's voice was full of obedience.
Empress Ning calmed down a bit, but all she could think about was Lin Wan'er. She couldn't think of Zhou Qianqian at all. She was determined to find an opportunity to bring Lin Wan'er into the palace once this matter was over.