A few days later, news that shocked everyone spread throughout the capital.

Everyone, from high-ranking officials to the poorest people, heard about it.

The Deng family, formerly the old lady of the Earl's Mansion, is shameless and has no sense of shame at all. She actually laid a hand on her son-in-law who married into the family.

Is this something a normal person would do?

What's most disgusting is that she gave birth to an illegitimate child and then switched the illegitimate child with her second daughter's child.

Finally, he even threw away his daughter's child.

Having lived for so many years, this is the first time I've ever seen such a strange thing.

In just three days, it has become the biggest joke in the entire capital.

The bloodshed outside had no effect on Xi Yao.

At this moment, she was nestled in Ji Wangshu's arms, fast asleep.

Today is a day off, so I will not attend the morning court session.

In order not to disturb Xi Yao's sleep, Ji Wangshu lay still without moving.

I don't know how much time passed, but finally there was movement in my arms.

"Yaoyao's awake? Would you like to get up for breakfast?"

"Well……"

Xi Yao snuggled against him with her eyes closed.

I'm actually still half asleep, but I have to leave the palace today, so I need to get up early.

Ji Wangshu did not urge him, but gently patted and coaxed him.

"If you want to sleep, then keep sleeping."

"No way." Xi Yao got up with her eyes closed. "I'm going to do something big today."

Ji Wangshu got up and had someone bring in water, personally serving the person.

Looking at the person rinsing their mouth with their eyes closed, he smiled helplessly, "What could be so important that Yao Yao would give up even sleeping?"

The little guy really loves to sleep in, and getting up early is harder than anything else for him.

"I'll tell you when I get back."

"Do you want me to go with you?"

"Need not."

After getting ready, the two had breakfast.

Afterwards, Ji Wangshu went to the archery range.

As the crown prince and future emperor, he is never idle.

Even if one is not involved in politics, one should still cultivate oneself.

Xi Yao then led her people out of the palace.

The Deng family.

The Deng family was quite lively today, with everyone gathered together.

"Mother, are you really that shameless? You'll sleep with anyone!!"

For the first time, Deng Shiqing abandoned the etiquette and reserve of a well-bred young lady, and with red eyes, she roared at Old Madam Wang.

At that moment, she felt so dirty, like the whole world was dirty.

I even felt nauseous, but I couldn't vomit.

Lin Zhiwen sat to one side with his head down, the disgust and revulsion in his eyes almost tangible.

Looking at her hysterical eldest daughter and her second daughter's face full of hatred, Madam Wang felt a sense of regret for the first time.

However, these things absolutely cannot be admitted, otherwise she would have no way out.

"Poetic sentiments, artistic ideas, believe your mother, your mother has never done anything to betray your father or you."

She wiped away her tears, her face full of grievance, "It's just some wild rumor circulating outside, and you're all blaming your own mother?"

"Rumors?" Deng Shiqing sneered, pointing at the silent Lin Zhiwen. "What was the reason for his sudden purge of the mansion a while ago?"

"Mother, do you know?" Deng Huayi asked, suppressing her nausea, "Lin Zhiwen's attempt to kill Hehua to silence her has already been discovered. How do you think this came to light?"

Madam Wang stumbled, only managing to stay upright by leaning on the nanny behind her.

How could that be?

There was clearly no one there, so how could they have been seen?

She gritted her teeth, refusing to budge: "You actually believe the words of a mere servant? To slander their master so casually deserves to be beaten to death!"

"Heh." Deng Huayi sneered, "Since you won't admit it, Mother, then I'll ask you, where did my little sister go?"

Madam Wang's eyes flickered slightly, then she said with a face full of sorrow, "Didn't your little sister go missing? That damned wet nurse, she abandoned my little daughter, sob sob sob, my poor little daughter, I don't know where she is all these years."

The more heartbroken she cried, the more resentful Deng Huayi became.

Just as she was about to speak, there was a noise coming from the doorway.

"Wow, Dengfu is quite lively today."

Xi Yao walked in with a lovely smile, and no one dared to stop her.

"Little Princess?" Deng Huayi was slightly startled. She suppressed her unpleasant expression and tried to force a smile, but failed.

"Young Princess, we are currently dealing with some family matters and are unable to entertain you today. Would it be alright if you were invited to the Li residence as a guest another time?"

"What a coincidence, perhaps my visit is related to your family matters?"

Xi Yao sat down steadily on the chair that Lan Xiang had brought over.

Then he looked around, observing everyone's expressions.

They're all so different, it's really interesting.

A flicker of panic crossed Madam Wang's eyes, but it quickly turned into impatience.

"This is a matter for our Deng family, and it's not appropriate for outsiders to be present. Princess, you should leave as soon as possible."

But she's just an illegitimate child of unknown origin, a little princess?

Ha ha.

Xi Yao looked at her and suddenly sneered, "Madam Wang, didn't I tell you I'm back?"

Those around were confused and remained silent for a moment.

Only Madam Wang's face suddenly turned deathly pale.

She thought of those two notes.

"You, you..."

"Don't get excited, the most exciting part is yet to come." Xi Yao touched the jade bracelet on her wrist and said to Lan Xiang under the horrified gaze of Old Madam Wang, "Bring the person in."

"Yes, Princess."

Lanxiang clapped her hands, and an old woman and a middle-aged woman were brought in.

"Madam Wang, do you still recognize these two people?"

Xi Yao smiled broadly, admiring her complexion, which resembled a palette of colors.

"Lotus?" Deng Huayi recognized one first, then looked at another old woman, "This, this is Granny Jiu who delivered our babies?"

That renowned midwife.

I heard he went back to his hometown a couple of years ago, so why is he here today?

"Why did you bring them here?" Old Madam Wang began to scream. "Get out! Get them out of here!"

However, no one paid any attention.

Lin Zhiwen, who was standing to the side, started vomiting again.

Deng Shiqing's face was contorted in pain.

Why does she have such a mother?

Ignoring her, Xi Yao turned to the cowering lotus and said, "Come on, tell me, what did you see back then?"

Having narrowly escaped death, Lotus dared not hide it any longer.

"Ten years ago, on the third day of the fourth lunar month, I still remember it was Shenshi (3-5 PM). At that time, Mr. Lin returned to the courtyard drunk. I saw him lying on the bed, so I went to the kitchen to get some hangover soup."

When I came back, I saw her go into her room alone and close the door.

"Shut up, you bitch, shut up!"

Madam Wang suddenly rushed towards the lotus flower as if she were possessed, but was stopped by Lanxiang midway.

Lotus continued, "I thought the old lady was coming to show concern, but when I got to the door I realized something was wrong. I was scared, so I covered my mouth and ran away from the courtyard."

But I hadn't gone far; an hour later, I saw the old lady hurriedly leave, avoiding people on the road.

"vomit--"

Lin Zhiwen leaned against the wall, vomiting violently, his face turning pale and bluish.

Deng Shiqing took a step back and was supported by her nanny.

Hearing this from someone else again, she still couldn't accept it; she trembled all over and wished she could die.

Is this really her biological mother?

Where does this put her?!

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