The next day.
capital.
News spread that Prince Xuanwu was poisoned, and the entire capital was shocked.
King Xuanwu was furious and ordered a thorough investigation.
For a time, all places where Prince Xuanwu visited were strictly investigated, and everyone who had been in contact with Chen Yifei was also taken away.
Shihuayuan was also investigated.
Everyone who drank with Chen Yifei that day was taken back to the government office.
only.
After checking for several days, neither the Xuanwu Palace nor the government found any clues.
There was nothing wrong with the people and things Chen Yifei came into contact with that day.
Moreover, Chen Yifei's poisoning occurred late at night, making this case even more puzzling.
Li Mansion.
For several days in a row, Li Zi didn't even leave the mansion at night. Every day, he would either study martial arts with Japanese style, or play chess or practice swordsmanship. Anyway, he would never go out to cause trouble.
Prince Xuanwu's Mansion.
In the backyard room.
King Xuanwu looked at the poisoned and unconscious legitimate son in front of him, his expression unusually gloomy.
In front of the bed, several famous doctors in the city shook their heads helplessly after seeing Prince Xuanwu's condition.
Can't find out what kind of poison it is.
"how?"
King Xuanwu asked in a deep voice when he saw the expressions of several doctors.
"The Crown Prince's pulse is indeed that of poisoning. However, we cannot tell what kind of poison the Crown Prince has been exposed to."
A doctor sighed softly and said, "There are thousands of poisons in the world. It is difficult to determine based on pulse conditions alone. We can only find a way to stabilize the poison in the prince's body first, so as to prevent the poisonous gas from attacking his heart so quickly."
When King Xuanwu heard this, his expression changed again and again. At this time, he did not dare to make an attack. He suppressed the anger in his heart and said, "Then it will be helpful for some doctors."
Six famous doctors in the city discussed for a while, wrote a prescription, and then left together.
"King Wu."
After the six doctors left, a servant walked in quickly and reported, "Li Yuan, there is nothing unusual. The legitimate son of the Li family has never left the house."
King Xuanwu's expression darkened and he said, "I know, keep sending people to keep an eye on it."
"yes!"
The boy took the order, turned around and left.
in the room.
King Xuanwu clenched his hands tightly, his eyes blazing with anger.
what happened.
On the day of the incident, Yifei had no contact with the Li family. Could it be that this matter really had nothing to do with the Li family?
royal palace.
Shou'an Hall.
Emperor Shang was sitting in the palace, with a thoughtful look in his eyes.
Who did what happened to Prince Xuanwu?
"Your Majesty, the Queen is here."
At this time, a young eunuch walked in and saluted respectfully.
Emperor Shang came back to his senses and said calmly, "Please."
"yes!"
The little eunuch took the order, got up and left.
Not long after.
A beautiful woman walked into the palace, bowed respectfully, and said, "Concubine, I would like to pay your respects to Your Majesty."
"The queen is exempt from the gift."
Emperor Shang looked at his wife in front of him and said, "Sit down."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Queen Changsun stood up and sat down across the table.
The maid entered the palace, served tea, and then left.
"Your Majesty seems to have something on his mind?"
Queen Changsun looked at His Majesty in front of her and asked.
"I'm thinking about Prince Xuanwu's poisoning."
Emperor Shang did not hide anything and said truthfully, "The dignified legitimate son of King Wu was poisoned without any sign. After so many days of investigation, nothing was found. It's really incredible."
"My concubine has heard about King Xuanwu's eldest son."
Empress Changsun said softly, "It seems that the reputation is not very good. Could it be that you have offended someone?"
"To say he offended many people, there were too many."
Emperor Shang sneered, "However, after all, he is also the heir apparent of Prince Xuanwu's palace. There are not many people who dare to attack him, and there are even fewer who can do it so neatly."
"Your Majesty, are there any doubters?" Queen Changsun asked.
"Li family." Shang Huang said calmly.
When Queen Changsun heard this, she looked startled and said, "Is there any evidence?"
"No."
Emperor Shang shook his head and said, "Not to mention the evidence, there is no clue at all. On the day when Prince Xuanwu was poisoned, he had no contact with anyone from the Li family."
"Then why did Your Majesty say it was the Li family?" Queen Changsun asked puzzledly.
"intuition."
Emperor Shang said calmly, "In this capital, there are not many people who have the ability to achieve this level, but the Li family is definitely one of them."
"The Li family is just a family of merchants, how dare they murder King Wu's eldest son?"
Empress Changsun said, "Even if the two families were unhappy before, they have been resolved. I can't figure out what the Li family's purpose is."
"What the Queen said does make sense."
Emperor Shang nodded and said, "I have already dealt with King Xuanwu. Logically speaking, the grievances of the Li family should also be eliminated. We shouldn't do this in vain."
"Your Majesty, please stop worrying about these small things and rest more."
Empress Changsun had a gentle smile on her face and said softly.
"Queen, don't worry."
Emperor Shang calmed down his emotions, nodded and said, "I will take good care of myself."
"Then I won't disturb His Majesty's rest and will leave first."
Empress Changsun said something, then stood up, bowed Yingying, and turned to leave.
In front of Shouan Hall.
Queen Changsun walked out, the smile on her face disappeared, and a look of concentration flashed in her eyes.
Your Majesty, you are indeed doubting the Li family.
It seems that His Majesty is becoming more and more suspicious of the Li family.
Thinking of this, Queen Changsun walked quickly towards Weiyang Palace.
We must find an opportunity to let Nan Qiao remind the Li family that they have restrained their sharpness in recent days.
Half a day later.
Changsun Mansion.
When the eldest grandson Nanqiao received the news from the palace, his eyes narrowed.
Your Majesty's suspicion of the Li family has actually reached this level.
The poisoning of Prince Xuanwu has nothing to do with the Li family. Your Majesty, you can still suspect the Li family.
Li Mansion.
The inner court.
Li Ziye was still practicing his sword hard.
At sunset, a servant walked over quickly and said respectfully, "Sir, Miss Nan Qiao from Changsun Mansion sent a message, inviting you to go to the mansion tomorrow to discuss cooperation in the medicinal materials business."
"knew."
Li Ziye stopped and said, "Go down."
"yes!"
The boy took the order and turned to leave.
"Changsun Nanqiao?"
In the courtyard, Hongzhu narrowed her eyes slightly and said, "What is she looking for you at this time?"
"There is probably some news from the palace."
Li Ziye stretched out his hand to wipe the sweat from his face and said, "Our Li family, although we are a thorn in the flesh to some people, in the eyes of the empress in Weiyang Palace, the Li family is the four princes competing for the crown prince. It’s a big help to the position, and a proper helping hand has no disadvantages at all, and it’s just a little effort.”
"You mean, what does the Queen want to tell us?" Hongzhu said in a condensing voice.
"Um."
Li Ziye nodded and said, "The eldest grandson Nanqiao came to me to discuss cooperation in the medicinal materials business. It was obviously an excuse. She came to me at the cusp of this storm, and most likely she wanted to convey something to the queen in the palace."
The next day.
The sky is bright.
Li Ziye got on the carriage and rushed towards Changsun Mansion.
In front of Changsun Mansion.
The eldest grandson Nanqiao is already waiting.
Neither of them was hiding anything, they were as open and aboveboard as ever.
