Chapter 1317: Chapter 972: Poison Doctor Unrivaled 33 (Four Thousand)_3
"Without a doubt. From the moment she entered the palace until now, she’s been here."
Murong Yi trembled, his hands shaking, filled with guilt and hatred.
"I brought them into the palace, not realizing I was sending them straight to hell. No wonder, no wonder whenever I liked someone, after a few days, that woman would either fall ill or meet with a sudden accident. I wasn’t without suspicion, but it was as if I were constantly being watched; no matter what I said or did, a countermeasure was already in place. Over time, I grew weary.
Only now do I truly realize that all of this stems from that woman Bai Mei’er. She’s quite adept, quite capable, managing to thoroughly bribe even those by my side. Considering I’ve survived all these years, could it also be called a miracle? What sin have I committed? And thinking of those innocent palace attendants, their deaths make me feel like a disgraceful ruler, unworthy of a kingdom.
In the past, I never inquired how many died in the harem each year, month, or day. Now that the data is before me, I finally realize... cough, cough, cough..."
Before finishing his words, he began to cough violently. Murong Xue hurriedly handed him a glass of water, which Murong Yi drank, then leaned exhaustedly against the Dragon Throne, his eyes heavy, staring intently at a stack of criminal charges in front of him, unable to let go.
Seeing him like this, Murong Xue couldn’t bear it, "Father Emperor, you don’t have to be like this. The past is the past. We must look forward, find ways to solve the current troubles, instead of sitting here assigning blame. With these criminal charges, surely we have the means to punish that woman, right?"
Everyone understands the logic, but isn’t it easier said than done? When you stir the whole body by pulling one hair, it’s especially difficult for someone like Murong Yi, who lacks the confidence, but how could he admit to his children that he’s now just an empty shell? An impressive but useless shell?
The siblings had long known Murong Yi’s current predicament, so when they came over, they had already sent people to restrain Consort Hua and her children entirely, while outside the palace, Shui Yixuan was entrusted with dealing with the Bai Family completely.
Thus, even if any news leaked out from Murong Yi’s place, it would be too late.
Because everything was happening simultaneously, those unaware might think it was a coup. Fortunately, Murong Yi, this impressive but useless emperor, had already handed his remaining power over to Murong Han, allowing Murong Han to mobilize all possible forces within a short period.
Even if some remained neutral or leaned toward the Bai Family, in stark issues of right and wrong, they could still discern the situation. No one wanted to be labeled as a rebel, so they would rather obey and observe first than openly oppose the Imperial Family from the outset.
At that time, the streets and alleys were already filled with tales of the Bai Family and Consort Hua’s deeds over the years. These pamphlets had long been printed, waiting to be distributed at the right time. The siblings entering the palace was a signal; in addition to the pamphlets spreading, various teahouses, restaurants, and entertainment venues started spreading the story. The aim was to utterly ruin the Bai Family’s reputation in a single day.
The sudden uproar in Lanyue Country naturally caught Beiming Yi’s attention immediately. Though he was a bit delayed in understanding the situation in the palace, Shui Yixuan’s bold actions were hard to ignore. Finding out that the Shui Clan also aided in eliminating the Bai Family gave Beiming Yi a sense of opportunity, and he immediately ordered his subordinates to provide support.
"The Bai Family, with all their evil deeds, was bound to end up like this sooner or later. What we’re doing is just adding the finishing touch; it’s not like the Shui Clan offering timely assistance. It seems, unknown to me, the Shui Clan has already connected with the Murong siblings."
This was what Beiming Yi least wanted to see. He had sensed something unusual in Shui Yixuan’s attitude toward Jiang Xue on that island. At the time, he had no particular feelings for that woman, but he never imagined that she was the long-missing Sixth Princess of Lanyue Country.
He was a Prince, she was a Princess, having gone through life and death together, beautiful and favored, such a woman was perfect to become his worthy companion. Thus, Beiming Yi helping the siblings was, in fact, also helping himself, because with shared interests, one can make the quickest decisions and choices in the shortest time.
