These words clearly show the need to personally see Lin Wanyi’s condition.
Thus, Mu Changzai immediately agreed.
At Yao Yue Palace, the two haven’t yet finalized their thoughts, when Qin An immediately relayed the news to Dong Yuzhong.
Having been in the palace for many years, what has he not figured out?
The best way to deal with Princess Consort Ying is not to have Lin Wanyi take action, but to let the Emperor act.
Dong Yuzhong naturally knew about Lin Wanyi’s pregnancy.
He also knew that the Emperor and the noble concubine wanted to temporarily keep this news a secret.
So, he understood perfectly well what Princess Consort Ying meant.
He delivered the news directly to the Emperor.
Hearing this, the Emperor was initially somewhat incredulous.
After all, Princess Consort Ying had never been one to quarrel or create disturbances with him.
Why inquire about this?
But soon he understood.
She now has the Fourth Prince, perhaps that’s why she’s changed.
Thinking of this, his eyes deepened.
"Summon Geng Caiyou."
In the Imperial Study Room, Geng Caiyou knelt quietly.
The Emperor, with an expressionless face, ordered.
"Spread the news about Third Young Master Liu’s previous prison escape, find someone to do it discreetly, and make sure it doesn’t lead back to the Classical Examination Department."
He then respectfully withdrew.
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If Princess Consort Yi knew this news, she would definitely think the Ling Family broke their promise and would certainly retaliate.
The Pei Family and the Ling Family are related by marriage, so they couldn’t escape either.
By then, Princess Consort Ying wouldn’t have time to investigate Lin Wanyi.
She wouldn’t even have time to attend to the fire at her own door.
You have to admit, the Emperor really knows how to hit where it hurts.
Sure enough, Dong Yuzhong was not wrong.
A few days later, the news of Third Young Master Liu’s previous prison escape was spread.
Though he is now inside, the Liu Family could say they were framed.
But this "mud" slung at their gate, no one could swallow it.
After the elderly Madam Liu sent the news to the palace, Princess Consort Yi flew into a rage in Yuexiu Palace.
"Oh, a mere Ling Family dares to oppose me. I thought they were mute, but it turns out they’ve turned their backs, thinking with the Emperor back, they can find someone to back them?"
With a face filled with anger, it was as if she was ready to pierce the rumor-monger’s heart.
"Your Highness, rest assured. Everything and everyone have been arranged. Even if it reaches the imperial court, it’s just rumors, the Liu Family won’t suffer in the end."
Ruan Ming calmly replied, his face unperturbed.
Upon hearing this, Princess Consort Yi’s anger subsided considerably.
"That’s right, but the Ling Family dares to defy me, thinking that just because Princess Consort Ying has the Fourth Prince, they can rise to the top?"
She finished with a sarcastic smile.
Then she instructed Ruan Ming.
"Find someone to give them a lesson, I want everyone inside and outside the palace to know, whoever offends the Liu Family won’t have a good time!"
Two days later, the Pei Family received the tragic news.
Lord Pei, on his way back from court, was in a carriage accident. The horses were startled, throwing him out.
Not only did he injure his leg, but the carriage wheel also ran right over it.
Lord Pei fainted from the pain.
When he was brought home and a doctor was called, it was said his leg was broken.
Even if it heals, he’ll be a cripple.
Upon hearing this, Mrs. Pei fainted from grief.
When the news reached Yao Yue Palace, Princess Consort Ying was just about to head to Yihua Palace.
Upon hearing this, she abandoned all thoughts of probing Lin Wanyi and rushed to Qian’an Hall, kneeling to beg the Emperor to send the Imperial Physician to treat her father.
The Emperor, impressed by her filial piety, granted her special leave to care for her father for three days.
With tears in her eyes, Princess Consort Ying rushed back to the Pei Family with the Imperial Physician that very day.
Princess Consort Ying’s return home should have been a great honor.
But now, there was no one there to welcome her.
For Princess Consort Ying’s safety, the Imperial Guard accompanied her, over a hundred in number.
They surrounded the entire Pei Mansion.
Unaware citizens thought something major had occurred.
Princess Consort Ying and the Imperial Physician hurriedly made their way to the main courtyard.
Seeing her father barely alive and her mother crying uncontrollably, Princess Consort Ying was heartbroken.
"Father... Father..."
Disregarding her royal status, Princess Consort Ying rushed to Lord Pei’s bedside.
She hoped her calls would awaken her father.
But unfortunately, except for a pale face and a sweating forehead, there was no response from Lord Pei.
"Your Highness? Why are you here?"
Mrs. Pei looked surprised, tears still on her face, shocked by her daughter’s sudden appearance.
"I heard about Father’s accident from the palace, so I requested the Emperor to allow the Imperial Physician to come out to treat Father, and the Emperor granted me an extra three days to care for him."
The Pei Family had no sons, only this one daughter.
So, having her daughter return was a great relief for Mrs. Pei.
"Such grace from the Emperor!"
What once felt like the sky was falling now seemed like there was someone to rely on.
Princess Consort Ying took a deep breath, knowing she had little time and couldn’t afford to delay.
So she quickly instructed the Imperial Physician.
"Doctor Fang, please examine my father’s leg injury first."
Doctor Fang stepped forward and lifted the quilt.
A bloodied leg came into view, causing Princess Consort Ying to cover her mouth with a handkerchief, fearing her tears would flow, upsetting her mother further.
Seeing this, Doctor Fang’s expression turned grave.
He had heard before coming but hadn’t expected it to be this severe.
Unafraid of blood, he began to remove the roughly applied bandages.
Then, he carefully examined the injury.
The thigh bone was injured, more troublesome than the lower leg bone.
In the future, even with good recovery, a wheelchair might be necessary.
He didn’t dare hide this, turning to inform Princess Consort Ying seriously.
"Your Highness, I am powerless; Lord Pei’s injuries are too serious to heal. I can only strive to save his life. Walking in the future... seems impossible."
With these words, Princess Consort Ying and her mother burst into tears.
It seemed like they were reliving those years of mourning their son’s death, the household filled with sorrow.
Princess Consort Ying cried bitterly but knew if Doctor Fang couldn’t help, perhaps no one could.
She could only grit her teeth and agree.
"I entrust everything to the Imperial Physician, do your best; my family and I are immensely grateful!"