Reborn as an Ugly Wife in the Countryside

Chapter 1725: Chapter 1727: Learning the Truth

Then, when Old Yang returned, Chu Lian told him about inviting the Yang Family to the Chu Mansion for a meal.

Old Yang knew this was a formality; after all, Xiangxiang was considered a part of their family now. It wouldn’t make sense for in-laws not to meet. Since the in-laws didn’t mind that their family were farmers, they had to accept the invitation, so he agreed.

Chu Lian didn’t specify the exact time, only saying they would come to pick them up once things were confirmed.

Because he was also waiting for the right time, waiting to confirm Little Liufu’s identity.

It still couldn’t be completely confirmed yet, and he didn’t dare to tell his parents recklessly, for fear of making them upset.

He would wait until it was confirmed to inform them.

Chu Lian didn’t stay at the Yang Family’s place; he returned afterward.

Just like that, several days went by.

Li Chuntao had finished her five days of acupuncture, and it wasn’t entirely ineffective.

When Li Chuntao tried hard to recall recent events, she would find it somewhat painful and didn’t want to remember. Xue Zhiyi said her memories might still return and suggested she try the herbal decoction for some time to see its effects and not force Li Chuntao too much.

Everyone took note of this, knowing this matter couldn’t be rushed.

Seeing there was nothing much else there, Xue Zhiyi took An’an and left.

In fact, Xue Zhiyi hadn’t truly left; he took An’an to Chu Lian because his people had arrived.

At the same small courtyard, Chu Lian met the Imperial Bodyguard, along with the second and third leaders from the mountain stronghold.

As soon as they entered the room, the two rushed forward upon seeing Xue Zhiyi and called out, "Big Boss."

Xue Zhiyi nodded slightly and asked, "Did I save your lives?"

Such a question left the second and third leaders baffled. Their Big Boss had never brought this up before; why would he mention it suddenly today? Could it be he needed something from them?

"Yes, Big Boss, our lives are indeed yours. If you need us to do anything, feel free to command us. We wouldn’t hesitate, even if it costs our lives."

Their words were like an oath.

Xue Zhiyi didn’t actually want their lives; he merely wanted to use this to make them tell the truth. Otherwise, they might not speak easily of this matter, even though he had heard some from them; since he wasn’t directly involved, the details were unclear, "Alright, it’s not that serious; just explain to the person next to me about how you brought the child out from the palace."

Hearing this, the second and third leaders widened their eyes, unsure of what their Boss was talking about.

Such a confidential matter, how could it be disclosed to others? Wouldn’t it provoke a death penalty?

For a moment, the two were stunned. They looked at each other, unsure whether to speak or not.

At this time, Chu Lian stepped forward, bowed deeply, "Esteemed brothers, the child you brought out is my relative. I beg you to tell me everything you know."

This grand gesture felt overwhelming to the second and third leaders, and they looked over at Xue Zhiyi, who nodded at them.

Seeing that the person in front of them should be someone the Big Boss trusted, the two exchanged a glance, and the second leader explained the circumstances.

"We were the Imperial Bodyguards beside the Empress, tasked by the Empress to bring the child out of the palace and deal with it. Knowing the child’s identity, we didn’t dare to handle it as instructed, so we secretly took the child out of the palace, but unexpectedly, we were all poisoned and there were pursuers..."

Chu Lian stood there listening, his hands clenched tightly into fists at his sides.

The Empress!

So it really was the Empress who was harming his sister.

What a ruthless move, she actually took such a risky gamble just to frame his sister.