Chapter 133: Sweet Melon, Good Play

Jiang Ning smiled, "You should ask your Prince about that."

"What?" Li Teng was puzzled.

"That plate of osmanthus cakes was eaten by my subordinates; several got sick, one died." Li Hongyuan said calmly, "Li Yuanyuan, I believe you're not foolish enough to try to poison my heir."

Li Teng's face changed drastically, and he knelt down, weeping. "Your Highness, please investigate. If I had even a bit of such a rebellious idea, I wouldn't have a good end. When I heard the Princess Consort was pregnant, I was overjoyed for you. How could I have such a damnable thought? I have been following you for years. I am the most timid person and would never dare to do such a thing."

There was a crisp sound.

Li Hongyuan looked towards the source.

It was Jiang Ning cracking melon seeds.

When she saw him looking, she raised her hand, "Would you like some, Your Highness?"

Li Hongyuan ignored her, turned his gaze to Li Yuanyuan.

"You should explain these words to the deceased Housekeeper."