The Poisonous Wife: Cute Baby Comes to Rebirth with Me

Chapter 530 The Emperor's Authority

Just now, the emperor was still in deep thought, his dissatisfaction with Marquis Wu'an surging in his heart like waves.

He suspected that Marquis Wu'an knew about this but did not report it, which undoubtedly touched the emperor's authority.

However, when Liu Zhongshu came hurriedly and accused another situation, the emperor's mind turned to another place.

He thought that Secretary Liu might have leaked the news to Concubine Liu through the wife of Marquis Wu'an. This collusion between the former dynasty and the harem made the emperor even more angry.

The emperor looked gloomy and asked, "You keep saying that you have not told anyone else, so how did Concubine Liu know about this?"

Liu Zhongshu turned pale instantly, and he hurriedly explained: "I have indeed never entered the palace, and I have never revealed a word to Empress Liu.

I really don’t know the reason behind this.”

The emperor sneered and said, “Early this morning, your sister, the wife of Marquis Wu’an, came to the palace in person and reported the matter to Concubine Liu.

What Concubine Liu said is exactly the same as what you said. "When Liu Zhongshu heard this, his legs softened and endless fear surged in his heart.

He could never have imagined that the news would spread in this way.

"You don't need to say more. I will find out the truth myself." The emperor's voice was as cold as ice, and Liu Zhongshu's heart sank to the bottom.

However, he still tried to bring the topic back on track: "Your Majesty, it is true that Censor Xiao left the capital without permission. Please investigate carefully to comfort the heroic souls of the Chiyu Camp."

He knew very well that as long as he convicted Censor Xiao, he might be able to escape.

At this moment, the guard came hurriedly to report: "Your Majesty, General Zhuque and Imperial Censor Xiao entered the palace to plead guilty, and are now kneeling outside the palace, waiting for the emperor's decision."

The emperor frowned upon hearing this. He stepped out of the hall and saw Censor Xiao kneeling outside the hall.

The once mighty and strong general is now so thin that only skin and bones are left. His face is as pale as paper, and he has a bramble on his back. His clothes are stained with blood.

When Censor Xiao saw the emperor coming out, he kowtowed to the ground, his voice trembling and difficult: "The guilty minister Xiao Wenyu knows that he has committed a grave sin. He fabricated lies, left his post without permission, and deceived the emperor. He deserves death. But the guilty minister had something in his heart that he had to do. Please punish me, Your Majesty!"

His voice echoed in the empty palace, every word filled with regret and pain.

The emperor looked at Censor Xiao in front of him, and the anger in his heart seemed to be suppressed by an invisible force.

He said in a deep voice: "You are an imperial censor and have been in the army for many years, but you don't know the military rules? You knew it was a capital crime, but you still wanted to go with the army. I will give you a chance. If you can give a convincing reason, I can spare your death sentence."

Liu Zhongshu followed closely behind the emperor, feeling uneasy.

He and Censor Xiao had no deep hatred, but at this moment he was hoping that Censor Xiao could say something to save his life.

He stared at Censor Xiao, waiting for his answer.

Censor Xiao raised his head and looked into the distance, but did not dare to look directly at the emperor.

His lips trembled, and his voice was choked with sobs: "I am terrified and worried that my only daughter has met with an unexpected accident in Lingnan. My heart is filled with selfish thoughts. I beg the emperor to punish me."

Liu Zhongshu suddenly interrupted, his voice sharp: "You are lying! General Zhuque is not your only daughter. Qin also gave birth to a son and a daughter for you!"

Before the emperor could speak, Liu Zhongshu interrupted. This was a serious crime, so when this was said, Liu Zhongshu immediately realized that he had spoken out of turn and quickly apologized: "I have spoken out of turn, please forgive me, Your Majesty."

There was a flash of displeasure in the emperor's eyes. He did not respond to Liu Zhongshu immediately, but turned his gaze to Xiao Yushi. He couldn't help but wonder: What truth did Xiao Yushi hide?