Chapter 170: with translation of chapter title

A tangled mess.

In a mess.

Nowadays, many people want Nie Jinxuan's life. But judging from Yin Fengxuan's hesitant expression last night, it's almost certain that the arsonist last night was someone from this Wangfu!

Nowadays, many people want Nie Jinxuan's life. But judging from Yin Fengxuan's hesitant expression last night, it's almost certain that the arsonist last night was someone from this Wangfu!

But at present, the Chen Wangfu only has that few people. As Yin Fengzhan said, the person who set fire in Ningxiang Yuan is someone from the rear courtyard. In plain terms, the murderer is among Han Luoxue, Qin Yuxia, and Bai Meilan!

I don't think Miss Yin Fengzhan is the one who did it; it wasn't Han Luoxue, Qin Yuxia, or Bai Meilan from the rear courtyard of Ningxiang Yuan.

Thus translation: "But right now, the Chen Wangfu only has a few people. As Yin Fengzhan said, the one who set fire in Ningxiang Yuan is someone from the Houyuaner. Put plainly, the culprit is among Han Luoxue, Qin Yuxia, and Bai Meilan!"

With a one‑third chance, Qin Yuxia cannot stay out of it. Moreover, even though Qin Yuxia is simple‑minded, considering that after the incident she was the first to come looking for me… perhaps I really underestimated her. Or perhaps I underestimated the maid named Xiao Lian standing before me, because she may be far smarter than I imagined.

With a one‑third chance, Qin Yuxia cannot stay out of it. Moreover, even if Qin Yuxia is simple‑minded, considering that after the incident she was the first to come looking for me… perhaps I really underestimated her. Or maybe I underestimated the maid named Xiao Lian standing before me. For she might be far smarter than I imagined.

She was the first to come looking for me.

So, thinking of this, Nie Jinxuan's eyes grew slightly cold as she quietly stared at the Xiao Lian before her. When Xiao Lian met Nie Jinxuan's gaze, she couldn't help but shudder all over, then lowered her head, narrowed her eyes, and sobbed as she spoke.

We need translation: "So thinking this, Nie Jinxuan couldn't help but her eyes flicker slightly, quietly gazing at Xiao Lian before her. And as soon as their eyes met, Xiao Lian involuntarily trembled all over, then lowered her head, drooping her eyes, and spoke while choking back sobs."

"In reply to the Third Miss, maid, the maid dares not lie—my young lady is truly innocent. Though she easily offends people, she would never commit such a vicious act!"

Xiao Lian's words were indeed resolute, yet Nie Jinxuan subtly sensed something amiss and gave a slight smile.

In reply to the Third Miss, the maid dares not lie—my young lady is truly innocent. Though she easily offends people, she would absolutely never do such a vicious thing!

Nie Jinxuan spoke calmly, but upon hearing that, Xiao Lian instantly panicked and abruptly lifted her head.

Translation: "Xiao Lian's words were spoken firmly, yet Nie Jinxuan faintly detected a hint of suspicion, and then pursed her lips in a smile."

"Third Miss, help me! The maid is telling the truth, I am really telling the truth... sob... Third Miss, you must believe the maid... otherwise, otherwise my young lady will die... she will die..."

Translation: "Nie Jinxuan spoke calmly, but upon hearing this, Xiao Lian panicked at once and quickly lifted her head."

As she spoke, Xiao Lian knelt again, but this time Nie Jinxuan did not let her rise, merely casting a quiet glance at her.

Translation: "\"Third Miss, save me! Everything the maid says is true, truly true…… sob…… Third Miss, you must believe the maid…… otherwise, otherwise my young lady will die…… she will die……\""

"Xiao Lian, I want to believe you, but if you don't tell the truth, how can I trust you?"

Translation: "Saying this, Xiao Lian knelt down again, but this time Nie Jinxuan did not let her rise; instead she quietly glanced at her."

"Sob... Third Miss... maid..."

Translation: "\"Xiao Lian, I want to believe you, but if you don't tell the truth, how can I believe you? \""

"No need to say more, I know you have reservations. But if you want my help now, you must speak the truth... Xiao Lian, you are a clever maid, perhaps even smarter than I imagined, so you should understand what I mean."

Translation: "\"Sob…… Third Miss…… ser, servant……\""

"Xiao Xiu, escort Xiao Lian down."

Translation: "\"No need to say more, I know you have reservations. But if you want me to help you now, you must tell the truth…… Xiao Lian, you are a clever girl, perhaps even smarter than I imagined, so you should understand what I mean. \""

No need to say more—I know you have reservations. But if you want me to help you now, you must tell the truth… Little Lotus, you are a clever maid, perhaps even smarter than I imagined, so you should understand what I mean.

Seeing Xiao Lian's hesitation, Nie Jinxuan seized the moment to add another remark. Xiao Xiu promptly responded respectfully, stepped forward to lift Xiao Lian and pull her down... At that moment Xiao Lian panicked, flung Xiao Xiu aside, and suddenly lunged onto Nie Jinxuan's feet, wailing.

We need glossary: Xiao Xiu. So translation: "\"Xiao Xiu, take Xiao Lian down. \""

"Third Miss, the maid was wrong, the maid truly was wrong. The maid tells the truth, but please, Third Miss, help save my young lady, Third Miss... sob... the maid begs you, the maid really begs you... sob..."

We need translation: "Seeing Xiao Lian's hesitation, Nie Jinxuan seized the moment and added another sentence. Xiao Xiu respectfully responded, then stepped forward to support Xiao Lian, about to pull her away… but this time Xiao Lian panicked, shoved Xiao Xiu aside, and in an instant flung herself at Nie Jinxuan's feet, wailing."

Xiao Lian was truly frightened. After all, once Qin Yuxia is expelled from the Wangfu, she naturally cannot stay either. Thus, as Qin Yuxia faces a dead end, Xiao Lian's prospects are no better. Xiao Lian understands this logic, and precisely because she does, she pleads even more earnestly!

Translation: "\"Third Miss, the maid was wrong, the maid really was wrong. The maid is telling the truth, but please Third Miss, definitely help save my young lady, Third Miss…… sob…… the maid begs you, the maid truly begs you…… sob……\""

Xiao Lian was truly frightened. After all, once Qin Yuxia is driven out of the Wangfu, she naturally cannot stay either. Thus, while Qin Yuxia faces a dead end, Xiao Lian fares no better. Xiao Lian understands this logic perfectly, and precisely because she does, she pleads all the more earnestly!

"Fine, then I'll hear your truth, but Xiao Lian, remember, I want the truth! And you have only one chance!"

"Yes, yes, the maid knows. The maid knows..."

Translation: "\"Alright, then I will listen to your truth, but Xiao Lian, remember, I want to hear the truth! And, the opportunity comes only once! \""

Hearing that Nie Jinxuan gave her a chance, Xiao Lian finally breathed a sigh of relief, wiped the tears from her face, and after a brief silence, whispered.

Translation: "\"Yes, yes, the maid knows. The maid knows……\""

"The maid will speak truthfully, but please Third Miss don't be angry... actually, the fire in Ningxiang Yuan this time... was... was... my young lady's idea!"

Translation: "Hearing Nie Jinxuan give her one chance, Xiao Lian finally relaxed, then lifted her hand to wipe the tears from her face, and after another moment of silence, she finally spoke softly."

"The maid will speak truthfully, but please Third Miss don't be angry…… actually, the fire in Ningxiang Yuan this time…… was…… was…… my young lady's idea!"

She closed her eyes, clenched her teeth, and finally revealed the truth.

"Last time my young lady was poisoned; although she recovered, she always believed it was because of the Third Miss that she mistakenly took the poison and suffered so much. So she kept that grudge... Moreover, aside from that, the young lady felt that since the Third Miss is no longer the Princess Consort yet still lives in the Wangfu, it is quite unpleasant. Therefore, upon learning that Prince Gong, who usually has the best relationship with the Prince, was returning, the young lady thought to seize this chance to give the Third Miss a taste of retribution."

Translation: "She closed her eyes, gritted her teeth, and finally Xiao Lian still spoke the truth."

"Just as she was looking for an opportunity, one actually presented itself. So when the young lady heard that Prince Gong was coming yesterday, she immediately thought of a plan, and when Prince Gong left, she intercepted him halfway..."

"Last time my young lady was poisoned; although she later recovered, she always felt it was because of the Third Miss that she mistakenly took the poison and suffered so much. So afterward she kept this grudge…… Moreover, aside from this, the young lady also felt that since the Third Miss is no longer the Princess Consort yet still resides in the Wangfu, it is most displeasing. Therefore, upon learning that Prince Gong, who usually has the best relations with the Prince, was returning, the young lady thought to seize this opportunity to give the Third Miss a lesson."

"Then the young lady had the maid prepare some lamp oil, and waited until the Third Miss rested at night, then sent someone to light it..."

We need translation: "\"Coincidentally, while speaking of seeking an opportunity, one truly arose. Thus, when the young lady heard that Prince Gong had arrived yesterday, she immediately came up with an idea, and then, as Prince Gong was leaving, she intercepted him halfway……\""

Xiao Lian grew quieter as she spoke, and upon hearing this, before Nie Jinxuan could respond, Qiu Pingtang beside her jumped up instantly.

Translation: "\"Then the young lady had the maid prepare some lamp oil, and waited until night when the Third Miss was resting here, before sending someone to light it……\""

"You brat, you really have no shame! You can commit such vicious deeds and now have the nerve to ask Elder Sister Xuan for forgiveness and help?! Let me tell you, a woman with a poisonous heart like your young lady—if the Prince hadn't sent her straight to the authorities for execution, he'd be sparing her; a woman like that should die, so she won't harm anyone again!"

We need translation: "Xiao Lian spoke softer and softer, and upon hearing this, before Nie Jinxuan could speak, the nearby Qiu Pingtang jumped up."

Qiu Pingtang was so angry she trembled slightly, and upon hearing that, Xiao Lian suddenly burst into tears, then lifted her eyes and explained with wireless grievance.

Xiao Lian looked anxious, but hearing this, everyone in the room exchanged glances, and the Minister of Punishments couldn't help but interject.

We need translation: "\"You little slut, you really are shameless! To dare do such a vicious thing, and now you still have the nerve to come beg Elder Sister Xuan for forgiveness and help?! Let me tell you, a woman with a poisonous heart like your young lady—if the Prince hadn't directly sent her to the officials to be beheaded, that would already be lenient; such a woman is better off dead, so she won't harm anyone else. \""

"So, does that mean your young lady only wanted to drive the Third Miss away, without any intent to harm? If so, why involve Prince Gong to help pull Prince Chen away?"

Zuowei was a bit puzzled. Upon hearing this, Xiao Lian lowered her head, hesitant to speak. Seeing this, Zuowei grew more curious, and then Nie Jinxuan spoke.

We need translation: "Qiu Pingtang was so angry she could hardly stand, her body slightly trembling. Upon hearing this, Xiao Lian burst into tears, then lifted her eyes and explained helplessly."

"That's because she's afraid Prince Chen would stay in my room!"

Thus: "Qiu Pingtang was so angry she could hardly stand, her body slightly trembling. Upon hearing this, Xiao Lian burst into tears, then lifted her eyes and explained with wireless grievance."

Nie Jinxuan calmly revealed the truth. Upon hearing it, Zuowei was stunned, then fell silent, daring not to speak further.

For a moment, an odd awkwardness lingered in the room, yet Nie Jinxuan merely pressed her lips lightly and lowered her gaze onto Xiao Lian.

"Good, you've even confessed to the arson; I believe what you just said is true... but what about the candles?"

We need translation: "\"If that's the case, then your young lady merely wanted to drive the Third Miss away, without any harmful intent? But if so, why have Prince Gong help, to pull the Prince Chen away? \""

In fact, Nie Jinxuan always thought last night's events seemed logical, but this odd twist would be too strange if it were Qin Yuxia. After all, she knows how much weight Qin Yuxia carries. As for Xiao Lian, although she is clever, given that she can now come to ask for help, she probably hasn't contributed much effort to this matter.

Of course, Xiao Lian's lack of effort isn't betrayal of Qin Yuxia; it's to keep an escape route for later. Just like now... Therefore, this plan makes last night's incident most ingenious in two ways, one of which is—who prepared the candles and seized the chance to replace them!

We need translation: "Zuowei was somewhat puzzled. Upon hearing this, Xiao Lian couldn't help but lower her head, wanting to speak but stopping. Seeing this, Zuowei grew even more curious, and then all that was heard was Nie Jinxuan saying:"

This is a step that appears simple but is actually crucial. Not everyone could think of mixing a mind‑confusing drug into the candles. If it weren't for Shui Yun's keen perception catching the clue last night, the consequences would be unimaginable. So if we say the arsonist Qin Yuxia had ill intent, the person who devised hiding the mind‑confusing drug in the candles is the truly malicious one, because that is what truly seeks Nie Jinxuan's life!

Thinking of this, Nie Jinxuan's eyes darkened slightly, and upon hearing Nie Jinxuan say she believed her, Xiao Lian breathed a sigh of relief and spoke more earnestly.

We need translation: "\"That's because she fears Prince Chen will stay in my room! \""

"Then why did Prince Gong happen to return to the capital and come straight to the Wangfu? Wasn't that orchestrated by you and your young lady?"

Translation: "Nie Jinxuan calmly spoke the truth. Hearing this, Zuowei first startled, but then immediately shut his mouth, daring not to say more."

"Third Miss, today the maid has said everything, nothing left... Actually, at first my young lady and I didn't even know Prince Gong would come today. It was the commotion at Ningxiang Yuan that sparked my young lady's thoughts. Later, learning that Prince Gong had just returned to the capital, the maid found it odd. At that time, the maid truly didn't understand why Prince Gong would come directly..."

Translation: "For a moment, a strange awkwardness faintly showed in the room. As for this, Nie Jinxuan merely pursed her lips lightly, then lowered her gaze to settle on Xiao Lian."

Not bad, you've even confessed to the arson; I believe what you just said, Xiao Lian, is the truth…… but, what's the deal with that candle?

Translation: "\"Not bad, having even spoken of the arson, I believe what you just said is factual…… but, what's the story with the candles? \""

Xiao Lian's words clearly hinted at something hidden, though she didn't state it outright, implying someone was secretly meddling. Nie Jinxuan understood this, gave Xiao Lian a quiet look, and pursed her lips.

We need translation: "Actually, Nie Jinxuan had always felt that last night's events seemed logical and natural, but such a peculiar turn, if placed on Qin Yuxia, would be too strange. After all, she knows Qin Yuxia's capabilities. As for Xiao Lian, although she has such a mind, judging from the fact that she could come to ask for help, Xiao Lian likely didn't contribute much to this matter."

"Fine, I believe you. So now, Xiao Lian, go back first; I'll handle the rest. When you return, give your young lady this message: I give only one chance. If she schemes again, I won't need the Prince to intervene, and I won't be lenient with her!"

Nie Jinxuan isn't a pushover. She knows exactly what's going on. When she heard Nie Jinxuan agree to help, Xiao Lian burst into tears of joy and hurriedly kowtowed in thanks.

Translation: "Of course, Xiao Lian's lack of effort is not betrayal of Qin Yuxia; it is to leave a retreat for later. Just like now…… thus, summing it up, the most exquisite aspect of last night's affair boils down to two points, one of which is——who prepared the candles! And taking the opportunity to swap them out!"

"Thank you, Third Miss, thank you, Third Miss... sob... thank you, Third Miss..."

Xiao Lian repeated it over and over, even knocking blood from her forehead without noticing. Seeing this, Nie Jinxuan couldn't help but sigh, then turned to have Shui Yun help her up... but just then, a sudden cry rang out from outside the room.

"Ah—this is bad, someone, Han Concubine has hanged herself!"

The scream shook the entire Chen Wangfu.

Translation: "Thinking this, Nie Jinxuan's eyes sank slightly; at this moment, hearing Nie Jinxuan say she believes herself, Xiao Lian also relaxed, and then spoke more earnestly."

This is a step that looks simple but is actually the most crucial. After all, not everyone could think of mixing a sedative into the wax of a candle. If last night Shui Yun hadn't keenly sensed the clue, the consequences would be unthinkable. Therefore, if one says that the arsonist Qin Yuxia has ill intentions, then the person who came up with the idea of hiding the sedative in the candle is truly malicious. Because that is truly an attempt to take Nie Jinxuan's life—ah!

At that moment, everyone in the room was startled, but then Nie Jinxuan sprang to her feet and strode out.

We need translation: "\"Then why did Prince Gong happen to return to the capital and come straight to the Wangfu? Isn't it you and your young lady who planned this? \""

Seeing this, the people in the room exchanged glances and followed.

Translation: "\"Third Miss, today the maid has said everything, and this is no exception…… actually, at first my young lady and the maid also didn't know that Prince Gong would come today. It was hearing the commotion from Ningxiang Yuan that made the young lady think of it. Afterwards, upon learning that Prince Gong had just returned to the capital, the maid also found it strange. But at that time the maid truly didn't know why Prince Gong would come straight over……\""

Later, when Nie Jinxuan arrived at Shuyu Xuan with a group, they saw a round stool overturned in the middle of the room, a white cord still tied to it, maid Xing'er kneeling before the bed wailing, while Han Luoxue lay motionless on the bed.

We need translation: "Xiao Lian clearly had hidden meaning; although she didn't spell it out, she had already implied that someone else was secretly pulling strings. Nie Jinxuan naturally understood this, and couldn't help but glance quietly at Xiao Lian, then pursed her lips."

Her face was deathly pale, completely without a hint of color... Seeing this, Nie Jinxuan instantly frowned, hurried forward, and reached to feel Han Luoxue's breath.

We need translation: "\"Alright, I believe you. So now Xiao Lian, you may go back first; I will handle what comes later. But when you return, also tell your young lady this: I give only one chance. If you harbor any further thoughts, then when the time comes, you won't need the Prince to speak, and I won't be polite to her. \""

Suddenly, Nie Jinxuan was startled, then reached toward Han Luoxue's chest.

We need translation: "Nie Jinxuan is no pushover. She naturally knows the situation inside out. Upon hearing Nie Jinxuan promise to help, Xiao Lian burst into tears of joy and hastily kowtowed to thank her."

Okay, there's still heat!

Translation: "\"Thank you, Third Miss, thank you, Third Miss…… sob…… thank you, Third Miss……\""

"Okay, there's still heat!"

Xiao Lian repeated it over and over, even knocking blood from her forehead without noticing. Seeing this, Nie Jinxuan couldn't help but sigh, then turned to have Shui Yun help her up…… but just then, a sudden cry rang out from outside the room.

Ah——not good, someone come, Han Concubine has hanged herself!

We need translation: "\"Ah——not good, someone come, Han Concubine has hanged herself! \""

"Ah——not good, someone come, Han Concubine has hanged herself!"

A sudden shout shook the entire Chen Wangfu.

We need translation: "A single cry shook the entire Chen Wangfu."

At that moment, everyone in the room was naturally startled, but then Nie Jinxuan abruptly stood up and walked straight out.

Translation: "At that moment, everyone in the room was naturally startled, but then Nie Jinxuan sprang to her feet and strode straight out."

Seeing this, the people in the room glanced at each other and then followed.

Translation: "Seeing this, the people in the room glanced at each other, then followed after her."

Afterward, when Nie Jinxuan led a group to Shuyu Xuan, all that could be seen was a round stool overturned in the middle of the room, with a white cord still tied to it, while maid Xing'er knelt before the bed wailing loudly, and Han Luoxue lay motionless on the bed.

Afterward, when Nie Jinxuan led a group to Shuyu Xuan, all that could be seen was a round stool overturned in the middle of the room, with a white cord still tied to it, while maid Xing'er knelt before the bed wailing loudly, and Han Luoxue lay motionless on the bed.

Her face was ashen, completely devoid of color…… Seeing this, Nie Jinxuan instantly furrowed her brow, then quickly stepped forward and reached out to check Han Luoxue's breath.

Translation: "Her complexion was deathly pale, utterly bloodless…… Seeing this, Nie Jinxuan instantly furrowed her brows, then stepped forward quickly and reached out to check Han Luoxue's breath."

And afterwards, when Nie Jinxuan was expected to bring a group of people to Shuyu Xuan, all that could be seen was an overturned round stool in the middle of the room, with a white silk sash tied on it, while the maid Xing'er knelt before the bed, wailing loudly, and Han Luoxue lay still on the bed, motionless.

In that instant, Nie Jinxuan startled, but then she reached out to feel Han Luoxue's chest.

Translation: "Instantly, Nie Jinxuan startled, but then reached out to feel Han Luoxue's chest."

OK, there's still warmth!

We need to keep "OK" as is? It's English already. So translation: "OK, there's still warmth!"

In an instant, Nie Jinxuan was startled, but then she reached out to probe Han Luoxue's chest.

OK, there's still warm air!

Thinking so in her heart, Nie Jinxuan then hurriedly raised her voice and shouted.

Quickly go call a doctor. Everyone, first go out, Shui Yun come over.

In a brief moment, Nie Jinxuan promptly gave orders. After speaking, she grabbed and pulled aside the obstructive Xing'er kneeling by the bed, then tore open Han Luoxue's collar, and simultaneously knelt beside the bed to begin emergency heart resuscitation.

Seeing this, Xing'er, who had been pulled aside, instantly went dumb, while Shui Yun carefully guarded nearby.

Time passed; shortly after, Nie Jinxuan's forehead also faintly beaded with sweat… but just then, at the very moment she was nervously administering aid, a sudden clamor came from outside, and a black shadow flashed in.

"Nie Jinxuan, what are you doing?!"

…

After all, since Yin Fengzhan had driven him back the previous night, Yin Fengxuan would also spend a sleepless night. Given the magnitude of what had happened, and his partial responsibility, how could he sleep?!

So, waiting until dawn, Yin Fengxuan intended to come over—but he hadn't expected that news of his return to the capital had reached the palace, so before he could even leave, he was blocked at the gate by persons sent by Consort Zhang. Consequently, with no choice, he first went to the imperial palace, then hurriedly ran out.

What Yin Fengxuan never imagined was that, as soon as he stepped a foot into Chen Wangfu's gate, he heard a startled cry; instantly startled, he rushed over—but upon entering, he saw Nie Jinxuan kneeling before the bed, her hands stacked on Han Luoxue's chest, pressing down repeatedly!

What, what is this woman doing?! What exactly is she doing?!

At that moment, hearing Yin Fengxuan's shout, Nie Jinxuan ignored him entirely, continuing her rescue without pause… Seeing that she showed no sign of stopping, Yin Fengxuan flared with anger, lunged forward without hesitation, grabbed her, and pulled her away!

Yin Fengxuan's move was so sudden that even Shui Yun hadn't anticipated it. In that moment, Nie Jinxuan, who had been kneeling by the bed, was yanked off balance and about to fall. Just then, Shui Yun, quick-handed and quick-eyed, darted forward and caught her.

In an instant the room descended into chaos. Xing'er was so frightened she couldn't speak. Thereafter, Yin Fengxuan glared, eyes blazing, and shouted furiously.

"Nie Jinxuan, what exactly are you up to? Tell you this—if anything happens to Luoxue, I won't let this rest!"

Yin Fengxuan already disliked Nie Jinxuan, and having just seen her pressing down on Han Luoxue, he instinctively thought she meant harm to Luoxue!

But right now Nie Jinxuan had no time to argue with Yin Fengxuan; she steadied herself slightly, turned to resume what she'd been doing—yet Yin Fengxuan grabbed and pulled her away.

"Nie Jinxuan, you…"

"If you still want Luoxue alive, shut up and get out of my way!"

Saving lives was urgent, yet Yin Fengxuan kept interrupting again and again. Then, after speaking, Nie Jinxuan shoved him aside and told Shui Yun,

"Shui Yun, throw him out!"

Nie Jinxuan was also furious. Having said that, she didn't even glance at Yin Fengxuan, immediately knelt again to the side, and continued administering emergency aid to Han Luoxue; meanwhile Shui Yun stepped forward, pulling Yin Fengxuan outward…

One can imagine that Yin Fengxuan, too, had been startled by Nie Jinxuan's outburst; after regaining his senses, he found himself already pushed to the doorway. Seeing this, he shoved Shui Yun aside and stepped back inside.

"Nie Jinxuan, let her go!"

At this moment Yin Fengxuan's eyes were bloodshot with rage, yet Nie Jinxuan merely relaxed her breath, released her grip, and rose to her feet.

"Xing'er, tidy your master's clothes."

Nie Jinxuan said this softly, then turned her gaze to the furious Yin Fengxuan.

"Yin Fengxuan, this is Chen Wangfu, not your Gong Wangfu. If you want to shout, go back to your Gong Wangfu—you have no authority here! Furthermore, before you speak, use your brain, look up at the beams—what happened before? Hmph, Luoxue met with misfortune, and you say I won't let this rest? Try me!"

Staring straight at Yin Fengxuan, Nie Jinxuan's aura flared—every word stern, leaving him stunned on the spot. After speaking, she glared at him and strode out.

The entire Chen Wangfu fell into chaos—but fortunately, Han Luoxue later woke. The people waiting outside saw Nie Jinxuan emerge and breathed a sigh of relief—just then, a low voice suddenly came from behind.

"What's going on?"

Yin Fengzhan had returned from court. As he spoke, looking at the crowd in the courtyard, he couldn't help but frown—but the moment he saw he had returned, Nie Jinxuan gave him a glare, and before she could speak, a sudden burst of weeping came from inside the room.

The weeping was naturally Han Luoxue's. Upon hearing it, Nie Jinxuan's mood instantly turned irritable; she glared at Yin Fengzhan once more and then turned and left.

Today, three installments—the first has been posted, with two more to follow.