She left in such a hurry that she completely forgot to dispose of the body! The teacup is still in the room! That's irrefutable evidence. Even the slightest trace of medication inside would prove Luo Zhiheng's words, leaving her with no way to deny it.
Consort Li was so angry she almost slapped herself to death. Just as she was feeling sorry for herself and filled with anxiety and fear, Xiao Xizi, who had gone in to get the teacups, came out looking dejected and said, "Your Highness, the teacups are all broken."
Consort Li's eyes lit up, and she was about to burst into laughter and say, "Oh God, so it is!" when Luo Zhiheng said casually, "Even if it's broken, there's still the cup wall, right? As long as it's not smashed into powder, people can still detect it."
Consort Li watched nervously as Xiao Xizi ran back inside and came out with a pile of broken teacup fragments from the ruins.
"Madam Huoyun, aren't you coming out?" Luo Zhiheng called out.
Lady Huoyun immediately walked out from behind the crowd. No one knew when she appeared or how she got in, but everyone knew that Mu Yunhe and Luo Zhiheng were definitely not the only ones who came today. There must be many people protecting them in the dark!
The Li family has faced countless brushes with death today, and this time, Consort Li is likely doomed. Consort Li is courting death, and Luo Zhiheng is determined to destroy her. The pace is too fast; the Li family can only barely keep up, and has no ability to interrupt or make decisions.
Lady Huoyun took the teacups and examined them one by one. Before long, her usually calm and collected expression turned grim and gloomy. Then she angrily said, "Top-grade aphrodisiac, and a laxative that could kill a horse with diarrhea. These are the remains of three teacups, but some have the medicine on them, and some don't."
The answer was given to convince the Li family, to give the world a reason, and even more so to Mu Yunjin and the distant Prince Mu, a reason why Luo Zhiheng could kill Consort Li without dying.
The Li family members gasped in shock, their knees buckling as they knelt on the ground, begging for mercy for a long time.
But when the Li family allowed such a brain-dead concubine as Consort Li to grow up, when the Li family committed all sorts of evil deeds, did they never think that they also did not spare the lives of others?
"One is a laxative, one is an aphrodisiac, and one is no medicine at all. I have diarrhea, Mu Yunhe is burning up, but you are perfectly fine. All the differences are due to your actions alone. With such a stark contrast, Consort Li, what excuses do you have left?" Luo Zhiheng threw the shards of the teacup in front of Consort Li.
"If any member of the Li family is dissatisfied and believes that I colluded with my people to fabricate evidence, they are welcome to have other doctors verify the remaining drugs in these teacups. I, Luo Zhiheng, will not stop them! But one thing is certain: I will not wrong anyone, but I will also never allow anyone to act so arrogantly and recklessly in my and Mu Yunhe's lives! Li Fangfei is incredibly audacious and utterly unforgivable. Even if Consort Li were to utter a single, definitive statement today, I would never let her off easily!"
"If the Li family wants to defend Consort Li, they can go to the Emperor. I will tell the Emperor that Consort Li premeditatedly murdered the young prince and me, and then request that the Emperor order Consort Li Fangfei to be executed! If the Li family is not satisfied, then they can all go to the Emperor! Today, I am taking this vile woman away!"
Luo Zhiheng's words were forceful and resounding, each one striking a chord. The Li family dared not speak, for the facts spoke louder than words. Consort Li's anger was completely extinguished, for she too was utterly panicked. Mu Yunjin was the one who could save her, but at this moment, Mu Yunjin was in turmoil; the immense upheaval left him unsure of what to do or how to proceed.
At this moment, Consort Li was not only disgraced, but also deserted by everyone. And all of this was simply the consequence of her greed, hypocrisy, and ruthlessness—the culmination of her own actions!
"Take away Consort Li, Hua Kai, Granny Song, and everyone else. Bring them all to the General's Mansion and guard them closely. There must be no mistakes." With Luo Zhiheng's order, fierce and menacing red-clad warriors suddenly descended from the sky. Their blood-red masks made them look extremely terrifying and ferocious.
The Li family was utterly desperate, because the people involved were the Tong family's Slaughter Squad! The Slaughter Squad was the Emperor's personal guard; their arrival was tantamount to the Emperor knowing about the matter!
It seems that Consort Li's power is waning, and the Li family can only think about how to protect themselves now.
A smile finally appeared in Luo Zhiheng's eyes. Eliminating Consort Li meant eliminating an enemy who could stab them in the back at any moment. They could finally breathe a sigh of relief. Tomorrow, they would receive the result: Consort Li's death was irreversible!
Her cool, aloof face held little smile, a testament to her consideration for Mu Yunjin's feelings. Hand in hand with Mu Yunhe, they descended the steps. Passing Mu Yunjin, the couple didn't stop. They didn't need comfort or explanation—at least not at this moment. And explanations—all the questioning, interrogation, and confrontation of the day—were their way of offering Mu Yunjin an explanation!
They only hoped that Mu Yunjin could understand their good intentions.
362. Passionate Moments in the Car! (Bonus chapter for 25,000 comments)
Updated: 2013-10-01 21:51:22 Word Count: 3211
They spent a sleepless night, and at the crack of dawn, they were about to embark on the moment to take Consort Li's life.
Consort Li's long-standing status as Prince Mu's favored concubine was not solely due to Mu Yunjin's influence. She herself was adept at navigating social situations and possessed numerous other advantages unknown to outsiders. However, she was arrogant, jealous, and prone to misbehavior, showing no respect for hierarchy. Furthermore, the charge of plotting to murder the Prince's only legitimate son last night weighed heavily on her; Consort Li had no chance of survival. And these were the very crimes Mu Yunhe would impose upon Consort Li today.
The carriage creaked and groaned along the official road. Inside, Mu Yunhe and Luo Zhiheng were both dressed in official robes. It was Mu Yunhe's first time wearing the attire of a young prince, and his handsome face and calm, composed demeanor appeared even more profound against the backdrop of the court robes. Luo Zhiheng sat beside him; her petite figure, clad in the heavy and dignified noblewoman's robes, made her appear considerably more poised and mature.
Just excluding her little head that was nodding off frequently at that moment.
As the carriage swayed, Luo Zhiheng's head kept tilting forward. If Mu Yunhe hadn't been there to protect her with his hands, she probably would have been thrown out long ago.
Mu Yunhe smiled and pressed her small head against his shoulder, his chest half-embracing her petite body, so Luo Zhiheng slept soundly the whole way.
It seems she was exhausted last night. Mu Yunhe's gaze held a hint of tenderness and passion.
He wasn't a saint. Although neither he nor Luo Zhiheng had actually drunk the tea last night, and he hadn't been drugged, the woman he loved was far more effective than any top-grade aphrodisiac. Plus, it would eliminate Consort Li, a major threat. How could Mu Yunhe possibly resist?
He made Luo Zhiheng beg for mercy, but the more she begged, the more her soft, delicate voice fueled his burning desire. He repeatedly grabbed her soft body, relentlessly thrusting into and possessing her.
The night was the night of the concubine. He thought, he loved her to the core, otherwise, how could he be so crazy, just because of her alluring gaze, finding her so captivating? How could he feel that even her voice could make his soul leave his body in ecstasy? How could he feel a desire to die on her body, wanting to go nowhere else? 17129857
He had enjoyed his rampage last night, but today he had to face the consequences. She ignored him and seemed listless. He felt both heartache and anxiety. Ultimately, he couldn't be cruel to her; her slightest displeasure and indifference made him anxious and restless.
"Aheng, wake up, Aheng?" He gently shook her, his tone softening with tenderness and affection.
Luo Zhiheng awoke to gentle calls, gradually bidding farewell to sleep. However, her hazy eyes and confused mind still left her unaware of the time of day.
She snuggled against him, half asleep, the golden threads of the mythical beast on his chest scratching her cheeks. She pouted her red lips in dissatisfaction, lightly punched him, and then let her body go limp, lying on Mu Yunhe's lap, ready to fall fast asleep again.
Mu Yunhe found it amusing, and although he couldn't bear it, he had to wake her up: "We're almost at the palace, Aheng, wake up quickly."
"How annoying! You're so late, you know you're going to the palace today, why are you still up so late? I hate you so much." The coquettish words came out unintentionally. She herself didn't realize how much she loved Jiao. If you said these words eight hundred years ago, she would never have said them.
Mu Yunhe listened with a smile, affectionately hugged her and shook her, saying in a doting tone, "Okay, it's all my fault. But we still have important business to attend to."
"What kind of serious business was that last night?" Luo Zhiheng suddenly snapped, scrambling to her feet and accidentally bumping into Mu Yunhe's chin, both of them wincing in pain. Luo Zhiheng, tears welling in her eyes, rubbed her head and yelled, "Why did you bump into me!"
Mu Yunhe was both amused and exasperated. Ignoring his own chin, he went to rub her head, repeatedly asking, "Did you hurt yourself?"
"What do you think? I've noticed you're really good at bullying me lately, Mu Yunhe. Don't you think that now that you've got me, you can do whatever you want with me? So you don't care if I'm in pain, you just do whatever you want without a second thought, as long as you're happy?" Luo Zhiheng was furious, using this as an excuse to vent her anger. Clearly, last night's passionate encounter had truly enraged her.
Yesterday, Luo Zhiheng seemed to be treated like a lifeless doll by Mu Yunhe, who showered her with affection. Initially, the feeling was blissful and sweet, but the excessive demands turned into pain, because it truly hurt. Mu Yunhe was incredibly vigorous yesterday, and no matter how much she begged, he wouldn't stop. This deeply wounded Luo Zhiheng's pride and anger, making her feel that Mu Yunhe no longer cared about her. She was burning with rage, but having been completely devoured by Mu Yunhe, her bones were trembling, and she had no strength left for revenge.
Knowing she was unhappy, Mu Yunhe didn't dare confront her directly, much less disobey her. He had gone a bit too far last night, but when emotions run high, it's truly impossible to control oneself. From sleeping with her back to him last night to not looking at him once she opened her eyes this morning, Luo Zhiheng had completely ignored him. 191.
She threw a tantrum, but Mu Yunhe couldn't afford to. She ignored him, so he had to make her look at him. He couldn't stand that Luo Zhiheng didn't see him.
"You are more important than me." The simple sentence was somewhat awkward, and Mu Yunhe even dared not look at Luo Zhiheng, his face slightly flushed.
Is he shy again?!
Luo Zhiheng pouted, pinched his ear and turned his face around. Sure enough, his expression was so awkward!
"How dare you argue with me?" Luo Zhiheng snapped angrily.
"Who's being difficult? Didn't I already say you're more important than me? Wake up, we're going to the palace soon." Mu Yunhe was a little embarrassed and angry after being exposed.
This is a complicated matter. It's not his fault that the couple had a disagreement over intimacy, right? But he just felt he was wrong. He believed that if Luo Zhiheng was unhappy, it was his fault without even asking why. But admitting he was wrong in this matter was something Mu Yunhe would rather die than do.
If he backs down this time, will he get any benefits in the future? He still wants to hold her; that soft, fragrant, warm, and firm body—a lifetime wouldn't be enough. Letting go would be foolish.
Luo Zhiheng didn't dwell on it, and snorted coldly: "Hmph, I won't argue with you about this for now. You wait until you finish your business and go home."
Mu Yunhe couldn't help but smile, and his arm secretly wrapped around her waist. Ignoring her attempts to dodge, he said in a serious tone, "Why didn't you mention the flower blooming yesterday?"
Last night, as soon as I got home, I didn't even have time to say anything before carrying her to bed. Now that I think about it, this isn't like Luo Zhiheng at all; ruthlessness is more in line with her cruelty.
Luo Zhiheng gritted her teeth and said, "Isn't it all to appease someone's feelings? He's still your brother, you can't bear to see him suffer, can you? If I keep bringing up Hua Kai, I'm afraid Mu Yunjin will really be ruined. If this matter reaches the Emperor, Mu Yunjin's future will be over. The entire court will probably look down on Mu Yunjin from now on. Li Fangfei herself is heartless and inhumane, disregarding her own son, yet you can't disregard the fact that he's your own brother. How can I bring up Hua Kai again?"
"Even if the matter of the blooming flowers adds another crime to Consort Li's list, it's just icing on the cake. Without it, Consort Li would still die. Why should I push Mu Yunjin to the brink? But in this way, I've saved Mu Yunjin once. If he dares to glare at me in the future and seek revenge for killing his mother, be careful, I'll turn on him and bring up old grudges, and I'll kill him without hesitation."
Mu Yunhe kissed her fair and lively face hard, then hugged her tightly. His voice, which came from his chest, was warm and sweet: "Thank you, Aheng, thank you so much."
"Hmph, just don't hurt me in the future. Why are there so many thank yous between us?" Luo Zhiheng tilted her head and raised her face in her arms, pretending to be dissatisfied and huffing.
Mu Yunhe couldn't help but kiss her. As the kiss deepened, his hands couldn't resist slipping inside her clothes, kneading and squeezing her soft flesh. The temperature inside the carriage instantly rose.
Just then, Xiao Xizi's voice unexpectedly rang out from outside: "Master, it's time to dismount and proceed to Zhengde Hall."
Because of Mu Yunhe's poor health and his special status, the emperor allowed Mu Yunhe's carriage to enter the palace.
Mu Yunhe had to suppress his surging emotions, his forehead pressed against hers. He saw his own flushed face reflected in her bright eyes, a certain allure of passion that was undeniably captivating, yet tinged with embarrassment. Watching her smile like a cat that had stolen cream, sly and gloating, Mu Yunhe bit her lip gently, but not forcefully, gradually turning to a soft, teasing kiss. Between his lips and teeth, he spoke softly and intimately: "Little thing, wait until we get home, and I'll see how I deal with you."
"You dare!" Luo Zhiheng glared.
Mu Yunhe raised an eyebrow: "Why wouldn't I dare? Don't worry, I promise I won't hurt you when we get back today. Just wait obediently to go home."
After Mu Yunhe finished speaking, he slapped Luo Zhiheng's buttocks, then pulled her, who was about to get angry, and lifted the carriage curtain. Luo Zhiheng could only endure it, secretly squeezing and kneading Mu Yunhe's big hand. He, however, remained unmoved, letting her do whatever she wanted in his palm. In the end, she could not escape his grasp.
The two walked hand in hand up to the Zhengde Hall. Standing outside the gate, they listened to the reports coming from inside. In this solemn and majestic palace, where ministers used to hold court and discuss state affairs, he was going to impeach his father's concubine. He was probably the first person in the whole country to do so.
363 Couples Join Hands! A Request to the Court!
Updated: 2013-10-02 19:06:25 Word Count: 4385
In the imperial court, the palace doors swung open, letting in a torrent of light that seemed to flow across the floor. All the officials held their breath, not daring to exhale, as they watched two incredibly long figures, stretched long by the sunlight, slowly emerge from the doors. For these two people who entered today were already renowned throughout the land, already astonishing the world!
One was a fiercely loyal and courageous young princess, possessing extraordinary talent, an indomitable spirit, unwavering perseverance, and a confident, flamboyant personality. That dazzling crimson, like a red ribbon, had already spread across the sky, its influence reaching back to the Mu Dynasty. Beneath each patch of blinding crimson lay a series of breathtaking, deeply moving, and unwavering stories of devotion.
Loyalty, steadfastness, determination, and never giving up—these seem to have become synonymous with Luo Zhiheng! From a notorious, good-for-nothing, infatuated scoundrel, she transformed overnight, overturning all her previous scumbag image, and with her proud, elegant, and beautiful demeanor, joined hands with the man she loved. 17129591
No words can adequately express or celebrate her legendary eagerness and fearless courage. She deserves only everyone's admiration and praise, for in the face of death, she had the courage to abandon everything for the man she loved!
One was an incomparably handsome young prince who captivated the entire world the moment he appeared. His frail body stood out against the raging winds and endless yellow sand, remaining silent and enduring trampling. He could have explained himself countless times, but he silently endured it all. No one could understand his loneliness. In those bygone years of youthful days, no one was ever willing to understand him or enter his closed, dark, and desperately lonely heart.
But as time passed, when that sickly young prince, gradually forgotten, amidst the endless yellow sands, in those dark and hidden corners, in the desolate wilderness, and before countless enemies, revealed his hidden sharpness and extraordinary talent for the woman he loved, displayed all his masculine heroism and domineering spirit, and revealed all his tenderness, sheltering his beloved woman from the wind and rain, killing and causing bloodshed without even blinking an eye, that moment could be called eternity!
In that instant, everyone knew and remembered this unparalleled man forever!
She always fought for him until she was completely exhausted and almost collapsed.
He always protected and loved her, constantly unveiling his mysterious veil, layer by layer, the deeper the veil, the more irresistibly charming and captivating he became! Tang Mangyin Ruozhu.
She was a peerless snow-covered beauty on the precipice of despair, meeting him amidst her solitary self-admiration, displaying her unparalleled splendor unseen by anyone. She was his savior, the continuation of his life, the knight who gave him a future. She fought for him!
He was her warmest embrace during the most difficult times. In all the hardships and dangers, he opened his arms to shield her from all crises. He was her safe haven, her guardian knight, and the bright sunrise in her unknown future. He lived for her!
When the two of them finally truly united, the astonishing power that erupted from their petite bodies was breathtaking. The immense power revealed within their frail bodies was earth-shattering!
For several months, the Southern Dynasty appeared calm and peaceful, but in reality, the world was in turmoil! This was because two bright pearls in the north were currently out of reach. The Mu Dynasty was wholeheartedly protecting them, while other countries were eyeing them covetously. But in the end, these two stunning pearls finally returned!
This was Mu Yunhe's first formal audience. If it were merely a young prince's audience, it might not have warranted much attention. But today, Mu Yunhe was a diviner. This moment would be recorded in history. From the moment Mu Yunhe stepped into the court, it was proven that he would become a diviner of the Mu Dynasty! And that beloved and respected young princess was likely about to truly rise to prominence.
She would no longer be the daughter of a minor nobleman; that notion would be completely abandoned. She would be the woman of a diviner, the favored concubine of the young prince of the Mu Dynasty, and a wise woman who, when everyone else was blinded by worldly desires and sycophancy, could still recognize and protect a pearl.
These two young people, a young couple, have lived a life more tortuous, bizarre, and thrilling than even a centenarian teacher. Their desperate struggle to hold onto life is a legend. Their return has stirred people's hearts and inspired the nation.
Today, all the pharaohs of the Mughal dynasty, except for the deceased, are present!