Digging a Pit

Originally, prior to entering the palace, Qin Zhenzhen had been hesitant to disrupt the emperor's scheme.

Yet, as she contemplated the growing influence of the Jiang family once the Eighth Imperial Uncle assumed power, it became apparent that her own family would be at the mercy of the Jiangs.

Initially, Qin Zhenzhen held reservations about the Empress Dowager's character. She considered letting the Eighth Imperial Uncle handle her fate, sparing herself from direct involvement.

At first, she doubted the feasibility of unraveling such an intricate plot, fearful of the risk to her own life.

However, circumstances compelled her to reconsider, given the increasing threat posed by the Jiang family's influence.

Furthermore, Su Bin had rapidly garnered support for his cause.

Having encountered the emperor in the palace, Qin Zhenzhen recognized that he had indeed been poisoned, albeit in the early stages, which was manageable.