Selling wife for fame? Kick out the scumbag and marry the new emperor to enjoy the harem of favors

Chapter 116 Beware
Yes, there is one more person.

The shivering Ziqiao finally came into everyone's sight again.

"I, I don't know anything. It was Dujuan who found me and told me to get her some mountain orchid fruits. After the matter was investigated, she would firmly say that it was Concubine Yi who ordered me to do it. That would be enough. She said that Concubine Wei had a good family background and was highly valued by the Emperor. She would definitely be able to protect me and then transfer me out of the flower room and give me an easier job. That's all!"

Facing the scrutinizing gazes of everyone in the hall, Ziqiao was far from being as calm as Dujuan.

This look makes people feel disgusted.

"You mean, you have never met Concubine Wei, but only met the palace maid named Dujuan?" Zhao Xingjin asked coldly.

Zi Qiao nodded hurriedly, "Yes, I have never had direct contact with Concubine Wei. Everything was spread by that person named Du Juan. I really don't know who is behind this. Please, Your Majesty, spare my life. I really didn't do anything. I just found her some mountain orchid fruits."

There was a tearful tone in her voice as she was anxious to mitigate the charges against herself.

Xie Jiu glanced at her, a look of fatigue on his face, then looked at Zhao Xingjin and said.

"Your Majesty, I've had contact with this palace maid before, and I'm afraid she doesn't tell the truth. I believe it's now basically confirmed that Concubine Wei had nothing to do with the poisoning. Why not have Eunuch Yang imprison her in the Ye Ting Prison and interrogate her slowly? Your Majesty must be tired today."

"Yes, Your Majesty, please let me handle these chores. You shouldn't bother with them." Yang Zhian also said immediately.

This time, it was Zhao Xingjin who ordered him to investigate the matter thoroughly. He had now found that the case was blamed on Concubine Wei, and it was all wrong, so naturally he wanted to make amends.

Zhao Xingjin was indeed a little annoyed at this time, and seeing that Xie Jiu looked tired, he nodded.

Yang Zhian immediately ordered someone to take Ziqiao away.

"Concubine Wei, you should go back too. You are not allowed to leave Yinmeixuan until this matter is investigated thoroughly." Zhao Xingjin said in a deep voice.

"Yes."

Concubine Wei responded. This was the first time she had experienced such a thing. Putting aside other emotions, she felt a little scared.

Even if you ask her to go out now, she won't agree.

Xie Jiu spoke at the right time, "Your Majesty, I will return to my own residence. It is against the rules to stay in Chengming Palace all the time."

"How is your health? I see that you don't look well. It's okay to rest in Chengming Palace for one night. It's not too late to go back when you feel better." Zhao Xingjin looked at her.

"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I'm feeling much better now. I'm just a little dizzy and weak." Xie Jiu raised the corners of her lips, "I'll just go back and rest."

Since she said so, Zhao Xingjin did not try to persuade him to stay, because the empress dowager had come some time ago and specifically suggested that Xie Jiu return to Ninghua Palace to recuperate.

However, Zhao Xingjin still specially sent Yang Zhian to send Xie Jiu back in a sedan chair.

Liu Baolin did not go back to Zhongcui Palace with Concubine Wei, but now he accompanied her.

On the way, seeing that Yang Zhian was uneasy, Xie Jiu said softly, "My father-in-law is still worried about the investigation."

"I am a stupid person, and I hope the Concubine can give me some advice." Yang Zhian's eyes moved and he spoke immediately.

After being with Zhao Xingjin for so many years, he has become very skilled. How could he not notice it? Xie Jiu has something to say.

"What can I say to my father-in-law in my current state?" Xie Jiu smiled bitterly.

Then he said softly, "I just want to remind you, eunuch, that the person behind this will definitely not want Ziqiao to reveal anything to you. You must be very careful and don't let anyone enter or leave the Ye Ting Prison at will, lest a witness be killed quietly."

After hearing this, Yang Zhian immediately understood what she meant, then bowed and said respectfully.

"Your Highness is right. I will definitely give orders to have him kept under strict guard." Xie Jiu nodded slightly and said no more.

After sending the person to Anqing Hall, Yang Zhian left in a hurry.

Liu Baolin personally helped Xie Jiu into the house and sat her down. "Jieyu, you should pay special attention to your diet these days. I'm sure your stomach has been damaged."

"It was my carelessness. I never thought that someone would use such direct means." Xie Jiu sighed in annoyance.

When it comes to the means of harming people in the harem struggles, they are all done quietly and slowly. Those who are so ruthless as this one that takes lives directly are mostly reckless counterattacks.

Who in the palace could be so crazy?

Apart from Concubine Yi, Xie Jiu couldn't think of anyone else.

Especially since Ziqiao was involved in this matter.

"I believe that with the reminder from Concubine Yang, Eunuch Yang will be able to catch the mastermind behind the scenes soon. Concubine, please take a good rest now." Liu Baolin comforted.

Xie Jiu nodded. She was indeed a little tired, but she still remembered to express her gratitude.

"I'm lucky you helped me with what happened today. Otherwise, when I woke up, the crime would have been pinned on Concubine Wei, and the mastermind behind it would still be at large. I will remember this favor."

Liu Baolin shook his head. "That's not the case with Concubine Jieyu. Without her help, my brother would have died by now. It's my duty to help Concubine Jieyu."

Hearing this, Xie Jiu showed a gentle smile on his face and took the initiative to hold Liu Baolin's hand.

"From now on, you and I will continue to support each other."

"Sure!" Liu Baolin nodded.

At that time, in the main hall, Concubine Yi had been sitting there feeling uneasy for a long time.

She started to get nervous the moment she learned Ziqiao was taken away.

Although she had already arranged all this and felt that Ziqiao would not betray her, she was still afraid.

Later, news came from Chengming Palace that Yang Zhian had found poison in Concubine Wei's place, and Concubine Yi was completely stunned.

How come Concubine Wei has mountain orchid? It was clearly she who asked Zi Qiao to find this thing and sneak it into Xie Jiu’s snacks. What does it have to do with Concubine Wei?
This unexpected situation made Concubine Yi even more panicked, but she could do nothing.

All the evidence in her hands has been dealt with. Even if Ziqiao gave her up, she would not be able to find anything here. Yipin kept comforting herself in her heart, but she also vaguely realized that someone else seemed to have intervened in this matter, and she was even the one being used.

Who is it?
Who would want Xie Jiu to die and get rid of Wei Jieyu at the same time as she does?

Queen!

Concubine Yi subconsciously thought of the one in Weiyang Palace.

Unfortunately, this is just a guess. She can't produce any evidence, and she has to worry that she might be exposed at any time.

Until this moment, Qiu Yan hurried into the room and told her that Xie Jiu had returned to Anqing Hall, and Yipin finally felt relieved.

"She's back. Has the case been investigated? It was Concubine Wei who poisoned her, right?"

Concubine Yi excitedly grabbed Qiuyan's shoulders and asked anxiously.

But Qiuyan's face turned grim. "Your Majesty, Liu Baolin has found evidence proving Concubine Wei's innocence. The maid who falsely accused Concubine Wei committed suicide out of fear of punishment. Ziqiao is now imprisoned in the Ye Ting Prison. Eunuch Yang said he will personally interrogate her later. Your Majesty, what should we do? How can Ziqiao withstand the torture instruments in the Ye Ting Prison? What will happen if she gives you away?"