Trap

The Emperor breathed a sigh of relief and instructed his trusted aide to continue the investigation.

Where had this rumor originated from?

Why would anyone malign the Crown Prince in this manner? Who had propagated it?

However, the diplomatic delegation from Qingdi had disseminated such rumors while still in Great Qin. Their intentions were evidently malevolent! If they were not harshly punished as a deterrent, what repercussions would follow?

The Emperor was far from senile and oblivious. Who dared to taunt him in such a manner? It was a clear provocation.

The Fourth Prince, bewildered, infuriated, and anxious, hastened to the palace to confer with Honored Princess Mei. In Honored Princess Mei's chamber, he unleashed a torrent of furious curses aimed at the Crown Prince.

Honored Princess Mei's countenance grew as cold as ice, her fury palpable.

At this juncture, what remained unclear to the mother and son?

They had been ensnared!