A faint smile played on the lips of Concubine Zhang. "So what if I tell His Majesty? Sister Xiao's death cannot be changed. His Majesty won't punish Eunuch Xu for this. It will only be Qi Zhenyu who takes the blame. As for Captain Xiao, at most he'll be demoted. The only ones who'll pay the price for Sister Xiao's death are Qi Zhenyu and that little eunuch."
Telling him would be of no avail. She knew very well what kind of person Mo Yun was.
At this thought, a hint of mockery flashed across her eyes.
Mo Yun's face darkened instantly. Clearly, her words had hit home. Indeed, considering the long - standing friendship between Eunuch Xu and himself, he wouldn't do much to him, just give him a minor warning.
A complex look flashed across Liu Rumei's eyes.
A slight curve appeared on Concubine Zhang's face. "So, I had to take matters into my own hands."
She hadn't wanted to harm anyone, but she'd been forced to this point. Now that she couldn't turn back, she might as well accept it calmly.
Hearing this, a jumble of emotions flashed across Mo Litian's eyes. If things were really as Concubine Zhang said, then all this was excusable.
However, thinking of what Liu Rumei had told him last night, a hint of confusion clouded his eyes. Why did she abort the child? Did Concubine Zhang already anticipate today's outcome and was ready to accept death?
Mo Yun looked at the peerlessly beautiful woman in front of him, not knowing what to do for a moment.
Concubine Zhang spoke nonchalantly, "Qi Zhenyu never had any impure thoughts about me. I had someone lead him to Zilanxuan and provoked him into saying those words to anger His Majesty."
"Eunuch Xu was actually dead long ago. I personally had him torn apart by five horses. Then I had his body sewn up and hidden on the Star - watching Platform. After that, I sent someone to push him off."
"I also planned Doctor Xu's death in advance. I knew the Empress would come, so I used her to invite Doctor Xu. Then I triggered the mechanism and watched him be dismembered right in front of me!"
"As for Captain Xiao, I sent someone to set a trap on his way and then had someone disguise as a ghost to cover up the truth."
"And that little eunuch, I had someone lie in wait in the water early on."
A cold look flashed across Mo Litian's face. "If it was really you, why did you help Song Chang'an fake his death and escape?"
Concubine Zhang smiled charmingly. "Because he was innocent. I didn't want to see him wrongly accused. Oh, by the way, I also sent someone to set the fires in Suiyu Pavilion and the Imperial Hospital. I did all these things. I know what I've done is unforgivable. I don't dare to shirk my responsibility. I only beg Your Majesty to grant me a whole body in death!"
If she died, it would all end. This was the best outcome.
At this thought, the smile on Concubine Zhang's face deepened. She looked into Mo Yun's eyes without a trace of fear.
Liu Rumei couldn't help but grit her teeth. Even at this point, was she still covering up for that person?
Mo Litian frowned. Concubine Zhang was clearly seeking death and wanted to take all the blame on herself!
Mo Yun's eyes were full of confusion. He sighed slightly. "My love, you're forcing me!"
There was a hint of a smile in Concubine Zhang's eyes. "Your Majesty, the law is iron - clad. I'll die with honor."
Able to avenge Sister Xiao before her death, it was a wish fulfilled!
Mo Li di silently came to Liu Rumei's side. His eyes were calm. This Concubine Zhang was indeed smart.
Mo Litian glanced at Liu Rumei. Seeing her looking at Concubine Zhang with a confused expression and not saying a word, he also silently sighed and suppressed his thoughts.
Mo Yun looked at the beauty who was determined to die. He closed his eyes and gritted his teeth as he uttered a few words, "I'll grant your wish!"
A smile immediately appeared on Concubine Zhang's face. She bowed respectfully to Mo Yun. "I thank Your Majesty!"
Hearing this, Mo Yun sighed deeply and turned to leave.
After he left, Concubine Zhang turned her gaze to Liu Rumei. The smile on her face was the same as when they first met. "Thank you."
Liu Rumei pursed her lips. "Is it worth it?"
Although Song Chang'an was innocent, it was also true that she had killed so many people. But now she was taking all the blame. Was it really worth it?
Concubine Zhang glanced at Mo Li di beside her and smiled charmingly. "One day you'll understand."
Hearing this, Liu Rumei frowned tightly. She followed Concubine Zhang's gaze and unexpectedly met Mo Li di's gentle eyes. Her heart skipped a beat and she quickly averted her gaze.
Seeing Liu Rumei's reaction, the smile on Concubine Zhang's face deepened.
A thoughtful look flashed across Mo Litian's eyes. In the end, he didn't say much. He left with a sigh. He was still a step too late.
The next day, the news that Concubine Zhang had killed Eunuch Xu, Doctor Xu and others spread.
Everyone was shocked and sighed repeatedly. Truly, she was a venomous beauty!
Liu Rumei was in the Cold Palace. She whispered to Mo Litian, "Thank you."
Mo Litian pursed his lips and said gently, "I just did it for Father's honor."
That aborted child probably wasn't Father's. At this thought, a complex look flashed across his eyes.
Mo Li di, who was beside Liu Rumei, looked at her dejected expression and frowned. "The poisoned wine must be on its way. Rumei, do you want to go and see her off?"
He knew she couldn't bear it, but as Concubine Zhang said, who in this harem was truly clean? Concubine Zhang and Song Chang'an had killed so many people just to let Song Chang'an escape. If Sister Xiao's matter hadn't involved Song Chang'an, why would they have set up such a scheme?
It seemed that everything had been calculated by the two of them. They just didn't expect someone like Rumei to disrupt their plan and make it fall through!
Liu Rumei's eyes lit up instantly. "Can I?"
Seeing this, Mo Li di immediately looked at Mo Litian and said calmly, "I'll trouble the Crown Prince."
Mo Litian gave Liu Rumei a gentle smile. "I also have some questions in my mind. I think Concubine Zhang is willing to answer them for me at this moment."
Although the case had been solved, the murder weapon was still missing. It was very likely still in Song Chang'an's hands.
And where was Song Chang'an hiding? All these made him curious.
Who would have thought that just as they stepped out of the Eastern Palace, a palace maid appeared in front of the three of them.
Looking at the person in front of him, a smile curved Mo Li di's lips. "Doctor Song, you're really hard to find!"