Reborn as a concubine's sister, the eldest lady went crazy

Concubine Ying was completely stunned. Her son had always been very filial, so why was he so manic today?

"Are you blaming mother for being short-sighted?"

"I'm just telling the truth. I'm very grateful for everything you've done for me. Without you, I wouldn't be who I am today. But mother, your knowledge is really not outstanding. I've been patient and yielding in many things. Isn't that out of filial piety?"

As the Second Prince spoke, his eyes turned red and he felt a little sad.

My mother had been in obscurity for two years after entering the palace, but once she was favored, she soared to the sky. Unfortunately, she had stayed in heaven for too long and had become somewhat out of touch with the mundane world. She probably had long forgotten that she was just an ordinary woman, and that she really didn't need to interfere in the affairs of the court.

"But..."

"Okay, mother, you are already forty-four years old and have grandchildren. It is time for you to enjoy your grandchildren. Just enjoy yourself and leave the rest to your son."

After the second prince finished speaking, he turned and left the main hall. Without the incense burner lid, the incense ash floated out directly, filling the entire hall, choking Concubine Ying and causing her to cough and cry.

"My son, my son has grown up." Concubine Ying kept mumbling to herself, then smiled for a while: "But no matter how old my son is, he is still my child. How can I not worry about him?"

The dispute between Concubine Ying and the Second Prince was heard clearly by the senior palace maid at the door. As Concubine Ying's confidant, the Zhaode Palace now has no secrets for her, but it is full of secrets.

Sure enough, not long after the queen stopped crying, she called him into the palace.

Another day passed, and Xu Yixing just got up this time. He touched his backhand and found that Lu Anyuan was gone. It seemed that he had gone to court. However, as soon as he opened the bed curtain, he saw Ying Jiu standing in the hall, with some dirt-like marks on his body.

"What happened?"

"My Lord, the South Gate Courtyard was attacked by an unknown assassin last night."

Xu Yixing was delighted, but then he became worried: "Are there any casualties?"

"Shadow Two, Shadow Three, Shadow Seven, and Shadow Eight were all injured, but no one died."

Xu Yixing was furious, his brows furrowed, "How many people are here?"

"Also four, I took down three, but..."

The second half of the sentence must mean that they are all dead, but how come only three were captured? "Who is the other one?"

"There was another one who had his limbs and jaw broken by Kagehachi, so he couldn't commit suicide. But the blow was too severe, and he only had one breath left, so I couldn't ask him any questions."

Xu Yixing sighed. Four to four. It seems that the people sent by the Second Prince this time are both masters and assassins. How many such people does he have? If there is another such attack, the four injured brothers will definitely not be able to withstand it.

"Thank you for your hard work. I have a message for everyone. The injured should withdraw and rest, and the healthy ones should come instead. Also, check the portraits of the four of them to see if you can find them."

"Yes."

As expected, the Second Prince could not hold back and took action, and judging from the specifications of the troops he sent out this time, they were determined to ensure the death of Wu Xueyan.

"Forget it. There's no need to send anyone to protect her secretly. Just tell Wu Xueyan to go to Jingzhao Prefecture to complain."

"Yes."

Xu Yixing was afraid that his own men would be killed in these assassination attempts, and he was even more afraid that Wu Xueyan would not be able to withstand the next possible assassination attempt. Since the goal had been achieved, it was better to move forward as quickly as possible.

"Siqin, Sihua! Pack up your things, I want to go home!"

Of course I have to inform my father when I go home. It is estimated that Wu Xueyan will arrive at Jingzhao Prefecture at noon today. Poor Shen Yue, he has been in office for four years, and still has to live in this complicated power struggle every day. It is really hard.

However, Xu Yixing also knew that he must have been worrying too much. For someone like Lord Shen, if there was no wind or rain in a day, he would probably find it boring.

After returning to the Xu Mansion, Xu Yixing waited for a long time before his father finally arrived.

"Yan'er, how come you have time to come back today? Does the Seventh Prince have something for you to bring?"

Huh? It's really strange. When your own daughter came home, you didn't ask me what happened, but asked if your son-in-law had any problem. Who is your child?

"It's not him, it's our family's business."

"Did your brother write to you?"

Xu Yixing was stunned again and really wanted to turn around and leave.

"Not really. Do you still remember Wu Xueyan? She's back and is on her way to Jingzhao Prefecture, planning to sue the Second Prince for murder."

"Why Jingzhao Prefecture?" The old man was not curious at all about how Wu Xueyan came back. In his mind, it could only be that his son-in-law helped his family find her.

Jingzhao Prefecture is indeed a good place to appeal for justice, but the person you want to sue is a prince. Jingzhao Prefecture has no right to intervene alone in cases above the third rank, let alone the royal family.

"I heard that Lord Shen is the second prince's man. I also want to know if anything unexpected will happen to Wu Xueyan after she is sent to Jingzhao Prefecture Prison."

Yes, this was also a plan, and I had already discussed it with Lu Anyuan. First of all, I was afraid that no government office in Beijing would dare to rashly accept Wu Xueyan's complaint, so she could only try her luck with Shen Yue;

Secondly, it was rumored that Shen Yue was the second prince's man. According to the rules of Daxia, if a citizen sued an official, he would be charged first. If the case was proven to be true, he would be released without charge. If Wu Xueyan went to appeal, she would have to go to the Jingzhao Prefecture jail first. If something happened to her, it would be hard for everyone not to suspect the second prince.

Father Xu thought about it for a while, and still shook his head: "I have never heard that Shen Yue is the second prince's man, and he is too low-ranking. This case will definitely be tried by the Ministry of Justice in the end, and maybe it will be moved to the Heavenly Prison at that time."

"Dad, don't worry about these things. I came back to tell you that Wu Xueyan will also explain the matter of the token that was held hostage by the Second Prince. When the emperor asks about it, you must stay calm!"

Old Man Xu held onto his chair and laughed: "Yan'er, why are you still lecturing me? Don't worry, we will definitely behave well this time and give him a beating!"

Inside the palace, the Zhaode Hall was unusually quiet today. Everyone knew that the Second Prince and the Empress had had a conflict, so everyone was being very cautious.

The second prince came back from court, washed his face hastily, and was about to go to the study to discuss matters. However, today was different. His mother was standing at the door of his palace with a melancholy look on her face.

The second prince was still hesitating whether to greet his mother, but now he had no choice.

"Greetings to mother. I have to go to the study to discuss matters. I'm afraid I can't delay."

Ying Fei leaned forward and said, "It won't take you long."

"Okay, mother, come inside and talk." The second prince stepped aside to let Concubine Ying in, but he saw that none of her maids came in, so they must have something to say.

"Mother, I heard from Lord Xing this morning that my uncle's life is safe and his rank should be demoted. I have secretly asked someone to transfer my uncle back to us."