Marrying into a rich family by mistake, it is difficult to be a mistress

This time, Ji Chuhe didn't say anything sarcastic.

Because, no matter how bad Xiao Yan'an was in some aspects, he could not be denied to be a simple-minded and kind person.

He is also a person who can think and empathize from other people's perspectives.

Otherwise, as soon as Xu Yan'er cried and told him about her misery, he would soften his heart and even feel sorry for Xu Yan'er's background and want to be extra nice to her.

"My Lord, I know you feel bad. But this world is inherently unfair. It wasn't him, Xiao Jincheng, who was born in my mother's belly. It was you! He shouldn't have coveted your status and position, and he shouldn't have used such dishonorable means!"

"Speaking of Aunt Xu, since she is not from a royal family, she should know herself better and stop complaining about the unfairness of fate. Even if what she said is true, her family is forcing her all day long. Doesn't she have the right to refuse? Is it the only way out to indulge her family and almost ruin her life and country?"

"If you keep raising tigers as a threat, there is a chance that you will be eaten by them."

"Everything in this world is up to human effort. You reap what you sow. You can't blame others for anything."

Xiao Yan'an was in deep thought, his heart was in a mess.

Every word Ji Chuhe said struck at his heart.

"Your Highness, do you know what Concubine Gao is planning to do next?" Ji Chuhe stopped preaching and started analyzing the situation with Xiao Yan'an.

"I think since they came for the prince's status, they must be targeting me and want to destroy me. Then, they will take the opportunity to incite public opinion and make me lose the trust of the people."

"Maybe there are even more vicious people behind, who may kill you directly." Ji Chuhe added.

Xiao Yan'an was startled again, and couldn't help but clench his fists again, "Can I use Zhou Dahu's testimony to expose Concubine Gao to my father?"

"Heh!" Ji Chuhe chuckled.

"Zhou Dahu, a criminal sentenced to death, went to bite Concubine Gao and the second son of the palace. Not to mention that Concubine Gao and Xiao Jincheng had used the self-torture trick at great expense, even if they hadn't used the self-torture trick, could Zhou Dahu's words alone have shaken Concubine Gao and her son?"

"I was too naive." Xiao Yan'an responded immediately.

"Now that the Crown Prince knows the true identity of Concubine Gao and her son, there is no need to worry about them using any tricks again, and we don't need to alert them and be on guard. Perhaps I have speculated too maliciously about them, and they may not be so far as to disregard family affection."

"I understand." Xiao Yan'an nodded.

"Prince, please continue with your official duties. I will go back home first." Ji Chuhe stood up and left.

Back in the carriage, Ji Chuhe sighed heavily.

People grow step by step.

Some growth is like removing bones and pulling out cramps.

In her previous life, she suffered a lot, so she developed her current mentality.

The reason I let Xiao Yanan see the truth today is that I don’t want him to live in the world I understand forever. I want him to see the true bloodiness and cruelty.

Perhaps, he didn't have to be the crown prince. If he really had to choose, and Xiao Jincheng wanted the crown prince position so much, it would be fine for him to give up the position and travel leisurely among the mountains and rivers from then on.

He is not an ambitious person, and it is even less likely that he would compete with others for anything.

That's why he is so willful and casual.

She wanted to let him know that if he didn't give in on some things, others wouldn't press him too hard.

……

Although Concubine Gao kept the prince last night.

However, the prince played chess with Xiao Jincheng until very late and asked her to go to rest first without sleeping with her.

This made her extremely angry!

I was in a bad mood early in the morning.

"Concubine, the spies we sent out have sent back news."

"What's going on at the government office?" Concubine Gao asked immediately.

"The prince actually took control of the situation. During the trial, he only emphasized that Zhou Dahu and his men bullied weak women, and did not even mention the second young master. Soon, the people were excited by him!"

At this moment, Concubine Gao’s expression became even uglier!

It must be Ji Chuhe’s idea!

"What a pity the princess has! Marrying a woman like Ji Chuhe who is so thoughtful, brave and resourceful!" Concubine Gao was so angry that her teeth were itching.

In the past, Concubine Gao only needed to watch Xiao Yanan act up quietly, and the princess had no way to deal with Xiao Yanan.

And a woman like Xu Yan'er who has bewitched Xiao Yan'an, what future can Xiao Yan'an have!

If she continues to take advantage of any opportunity, she will be able to replace Xiao Yan'an sooner or later.

However, after Ji Chuhe entered the room, the situation got out of control.

Ji Chuhe wanted to come up with six strategies for military service and let Xiao Yanan be in charge of this matter. In the future, when Xiao Yanan has made political achievements and has the support of the people, how can she shake Xiao Yanan's position?

"Concubine, the prince has directly sentenced Zhou Dahu to death, and he will be executed in public tomorrow!"

"What? Death penalty? How can it be so serious?" Concubine Gao was a little panicked.

This was totally beyond her expectations.

"There is one more thing. Ji Chuhe also went to the government office today and was inside. Our people secretly got the news. Ji Chuhe went to see Zhou Dahu and sent all the jailers away. Not long after Ji Chuhe went in, the prince also went there."

"Did Ji Chuhe guess something? Is she that smart? I used a self-torture trick. Cheng'er was injured so badly, but even the princess didn't suspect anything!"

This made Concubine Gao even more panicked.

Zhou Dahu didn't expect at first that he would be sentenced to death.

Could it be that he has already given her away in order to save his life?

"Mother." Xiao Jincheng called out.

Concubine Gao was startled. "Why are you here? Didn't I tell you to rest in your room?"

"My son heard what Madam said just now. Do you want to panic? Even if Zhou Dahu betrays us, who would believe the words of a death row inmate who has committed so many evil deeds?"

"But once he points the finger, it's inevitable that others will think too much."

"What's so difficult about this? Didn't Xiao Yan'an try his best to weaken my presence in this matter? If Zhou Dahu really gives us away, it will be beneficial to us." Xiao Jincheng seemed to be confident.

"Is it beneficial to us?" Concubine Gao didn't quite understand what the benefit was.

"Just wait and see, mother."

"Then shall we just ignore Zhou Dahu?" Concubine Gao still felt uneasy.

"Of course I will, but I will use different methods. I will leave this matter to my son."

"Okay." Concubine Gao nodded.

She felt at ease leaving it to her son.

"Mother, tell me, how come Xiao Yan'an has such good luck to marry Ji Chuhe?" Xiao Jincheng suddenly said this without any context.

"No matter how capable Ji Chuhe is, she is still a woman in the harem. Could it be possible that she can inherit the title of King Huaiyang?"

Xiao Jincheng said nothing more and left.

After returning to his own courtyard, he asked the servant, "Have you found out everything I asked you to find out?"

"My Lord, I have found out that the Crown Prince's wife visits the garden every night and will definitely appear in the garden after dinner."

"I understand." Xiao Jincheng responded calmly.