Chapter 215

Who are you telling to leave

Noble Consort Zhang's voice was very small, a soft whisper that seemed to hold another meaning. Meeting her eyes, Nie Jinxuan was stunned for a moment, and then her gaze flickered:

"Does the Noble Consort mean that Prince Xiang did something improper to Noble Consort Ning?"

Nie Jinxuan couldn't be blamed for thinking this way; after all, Noble Consort Zhang's words made it hard not to think in that direction. But conversely, Nie Jinxuan also felt that this possibility was not high, because judging from Emperor Shuncheng's madness regarding Noble Consort Ning, if it were only because Prince Xiang had done something to Noble Consort Ning, Emperor Shuncheng would not have been like this!

Emperor Shuncheng truly loved Noble Consort Ning. That kind of love had seeped into his bones and blood and entangled his whole life. Therefore, he would not have turned from the most intense love to such bone-deep hatred. Nie Jinxuan could only think of one thing that would cause such a change in emotion—betrayal!

After all, in this world, the emotion people cannot bear most is betrayal. Especially for those who are particularly persistent and firm, it is especially heart-piercing!

Nie Jinxuan was thinking this in her heart. At this moment, hearing Nie Jinxuan's words, Noble Consort Zhang shook her head:

"No. Although I don't know the specifics of what happened, I can be certain that it was absolutely not like that!"

Noble Consort Zhang's tone was firm, and as she spoke, she looked at Nie Jinxuan with a touch of gentleness:

"Jinxuan, you might have misunderstood my words. I asked you to investigate Prince Xiang, not because Prince Xiang himself was like that. At least in my memory, Prince Xiang was a very easygoing and gentle person, humble and polite, but also meticulous. I have only ever seen such a kind and benevolent person once in my life... Therefore, I can be certain that Prince Xiang would never have done anything improper to Wan'er cousin!"

"Then what does the Noble Consort mean..."

"I mean, now that Wan'er cousin is gone, there are not many people left in the world who know the truth about what happened back then. So, Jinxuan, you might as well start investigating from Prince Xiang; perhaps you will find some clues."

Noble Consort Zhang's face was exceptionally serious. Hearing this, Nie Jinxuan nodded:

"Yes, what the Noble Consort says is very true. I don't know where Prince Xiang is now? I have been in and out of the palace for a while, but why haven't I heard of Prince Xiang's affairs?"

"Because Prince Xiang died more than twenty years ago."

"Died?!"

Nie Jinxuan was surprised, and Noble Consort Zhang pressed her lips together:

"Yes, not long after Wan'er cousin died, Prince Xiang also died. It is said he died suddenly, but no one knows the specifics!"

Afterwards, Noble Consort Zhang clearly had no intention of saying anything more. At this moment, Nie Jinxuan frowned, not knowing what she was thinking.

For a time, the room fell silent. The afternoon sunlight shone through the window lattice into the room, casting a golden glow. After a long while, Noble Consort Zhang stood up, intending to leave...

But just then, Nie Jinxuan, who had been deep in thought, suddenly raised her gaze and looked at Noble Consort Zhang:

"Noble Consort..."

Nie Jinxuan called out softly. Hearing this, Noble Consort Zhang, who had already turned, paused and slowly turned her body:

"What is it? Does Jinxuan have anything else?"

"No... just want to ask the Noble Consort one last question."

"Oh? What question?"

Raising her eyebrows slightly, Noble Consort Zhang was somewhat puzzled. At this moment, Nie Jinxuan looked at Noble Consort Zhang quietly and opened her mouth after a moment:

"Noble Consort, why did you enter the palace?"

……

In the end, Noble Consort Zhang did not give Nie Jinxuan an answer; she smiled slightly and left.

Afterwards, Nie Jinxuan lay on the bed for two more days, and as soon as she could get up, she went to the Celestial Prison.

Yin Fengzhan was still there, and Nie Jinxuan had to see him. As Nie Jinxuan walked into the Celestial Prison step by step, supported by a little palace maid, and arrived in front of the innermost cell, she was stunned!

It turned out that Yin Fengzhan was sitting cross-legged in the cell, lowering his head, making it impossible to see his expression. His clothes were still straight, clearly he hadn't rested all these days... And in the corner not far from him, there was an iron ball nearly half a meter in diameter, and an iron chain as thick as a child's arm connected to the ball, finally disappearing under Yin Fengzhan...

Clearly, this was specially arranged to prevent Yin Fengzhan from escaping. Seeing this, Nie Jinxuan felt a sourness in her heart, and tears flowed down instantly!

But just then, before Nie Jinxuan could speak, a low voice suddenly came:

"I don't want to see you, leave!"

Yin Fengzhan's voice was as cold as a knife. Hearing this, Nie Jinxuan, who had been feeling sorry for him, was stunned. But in an instant, Nie Jinxuan's expression sank, and she turned to look at the jailer beside her!

Instantly, the jailer felt a chill when scanned by Nie Jinxuan's gaze, and he hurriedly stepped forward to open the lock!

"Clang—" Instantly, the sound of metal colliding rang out in the terrifyingly quiet prison. At this moment, Yin Fengzhan, who had been lowering his head, instantly turned cold and raised his head:

"I said..."

Yin Fengzhan's voice was already filled with anger. But the moment he raised his head, he was stunned! Nie Jinxuan walked in step by step, supported, and came directly in front of Yin Fengzhan.

Nie Jinxuan looked down at Yin Fengzhan, who was sitting on the straw. Their eyes met, and Yin Fengzhan's eyes were full of surprise, but before he could speak, Nie Jinxuan's mouth twitched:

"Who are you telling to leave?"

Raising her eyebrows, Nie Jinxuan stared at the man in front of her. Being blocked by Nie Jinxuan like this, Yin Fengzhan's expression was a bit stiff, but then he stood up:

"Why did you come?"

"Then I'll go back now!"

As she spoke, Nie Jinxuan really made a move to turn around, but then she was pulled by the wrist by Yin Fengzhan.

Yin Fengzhan didn't speak, but looking at his eyes, the anger in Nie Jinxuan's heart leaked out by half! She turned her head to the two little palace maids beside her and said:

"I have something to say to Prince Chen, you go out and wait for me!"

"Yes!"

The two little palace maids were from Noble Consort Zhang's palace, young but very smart. So after responding respectfully, they walked away silently.

Once the two little palace maids were gone, Nie Jinxuan set her gaze on Yin Fengzhan again and reached out to touch his face:

"You're so stupid! I went to such trouble to send you out, why did you come back? You wasted my efforts!"

It was a complaint, but Nie Jinxuan felt heartache in her heart. Hearing this, Yin Fengzhan didn't speak, just looked at her quietly, and reached out to touch her hand that was on his face:

"Better than you!"

Yin Fengzhan's movements were very light, but the words he said made Nie Jinxuan's eyes widen, and she pinched him without thinking:

"Are you doing this on purpose? Trying to anger me!"

"……"

Yin Fengzhan didn't speak again. Seeing him like this, Nie Jinxuan couldn't help but roll her eyes at him and pulled her hand back:

"Alright, enough nonsense! Tell me, who came before I arrived?"

Nie Jinxuan remembered what happened just now and couldn't help but start settling old scores. Hearing this, Yin Fengzhan's eyes clearly twitched, and he remained silent.

Yin Fengzhan had no intention of telling the truth at all. Meeting his eyes, Nie Jinxuan snorted coldly and curled her lips:

"Hmph, you think I don't know if you don't say it? It was Crown Princess Zhen Xiao Lian, right!"

This Celestial Prison was managed by Prince Yun, Yin Fengjin. That was why Chen Yan'er could get into the Celestial Prison to find her without anyone knowing. But listening to what Yin Fengzhan said just now, it was clear that the person who came just now was a woman. Looking at the whole of Dongling, at this juncture, the only women who could come to the Celestial Prison were two: one was Han Luoxue, and the other was Zhen Xiao Lian!

But of these two, Han Luoxue was just a side consort, and it wasn't that easy for her to get into the Celestial Prison. Therefore, it could only be Crown Princess Zhen Xiao Lian! After all, these were all Prince Yun's people, and Prince Yun was usually in the same boat as Crown Prince Yin Fenghan, so it was naturally easier for her to come to the Celestial Prison!

Nie Jinxuan thought of this simple logic instantly. Hearing this, Yin Fengzhan's eyes moved, and he couldn't help but press his thin lips together:

"I didn't let her come!"

"But she came!"

"I didn't talk to her!"

"But she talked!"

"……"

Yin Fengzhan was speechless. His handsome face revealed a touch of helplessness. Seeing him like this, Nie Jinxuan couldn't help but "pfft" and laugh, but then she couldn't help but cough and pressed her lips together:

"Alright, I won't talk nonsense with you either. Actually, I came here this time because I have something to tell you..."

Changing the subject, Nie Jinxuan talked about the serious matter, and told him everything about her agreement with Emperor Shuncheng and what she had learned from Noble Consort Zhang.

Nie Jinxuan spoke in detail. But as soon as Nie Jinxuan finished, Yin Fengzhan didn't say anything immediately, just looked at her quietly, and then asked:

"How did you see the Emperor?"

Back then, Emperor Shuncheng had thrown him and Nie Jinxuan into the Celestial Prison together and ordered that no one be allowed to see them. Yin Fengzhan knew that Emperor Shuncheng was not a soft person; he was as good as his word and very suspicious. So in that situation, it wasn't easy to see him! Let alone Nie Jinxuan, who was locked in the Celestial Prison!

But upon hearing this, Nie Jinxuan just smiled:

"I have my own tricks!"

Nie Jinxuan didn't want to tell Yin Fengzhan about Chen Yan'er. After all, these dirty things between women were something Yin Fengzhan, a man, couldn't understand. Besides, it wasn't clear who Chen Yan'er was trying to deal with, so it was better not to mention it.

Seeing that Nie Jinxuan didn't want to say, Yin Fengzhan didn't pursue it. But he lowered his gaze and remained silent.

Nie Jinxuan didn't know what he was thinking, but she felt a bit worried. But just then, she saw Yin Fengzhan raise his head and look at Nie Jinxuan:

"What do you want to ask me?"

"What happened back then... do you still remember?"

"Don't remember. No impression..."

Without the slightest hesitation, Yin Fengzhan answered Nie Jinxuan's question directly. But after he finished, a beautiful woman's face instantly appeared in his mind!

The woman was sleeping quietly in a transparent crystal coffin; her appearance was so beautiful, her skin was so white...

Memories were like a flood without a dam, surging out without warning. Instantly, even Yin Fengzhan himself was caught off guard, and his gaze froze.

Yin Fengzhan was instantly immersed in his own thoughts. Seeing his reaction, Nie Jinxuan felt heartache and gently held his hand.

Nie Jinxuan didn't speak, just looked at him quietly, holding his hand. At this moment, being looked at by Nie Jinxuan, Yin Fengzhan suddenly came to his senses and pressed his thin lips together:

"I only know she committed suicide. But I don't believe it, so for all these years, I have been investigating in secret! And that night, I finally saw her."

At this moment, Yin Fengzhan's voice was very faint. But upon hearing this, Nie Jinxuan was stunned:

"Saw her? What do you mean?"

Noble Consort Ning died more than twenty years ago, didn't she? Could it be that Emperor Shuncheng kept her ashes in a forbidden area of the palace? But if that was the case, why would Yin Fengzhan say that?

Nie Jinxuan instinctively felt that Yin Fengzhan's words were strange. At this moment, she heard Yin Fengzhan explain:

"Yes, I saw her! In a secret chamber in a hidden passage in the forbidden area of the palace. Mother's body is placed there!"

"Body? Isn't it just a skeleton? Then how can you be sure it's your mother?"

"It's not a skeleton! Mother's body is intact! It's placed in a crystal coffin!"

……

At this moment, Yin Fengzhan's voice was very slow and calm, as if he were talking about something that had nothing to do with him. But upon hearing this, Nie Jinxuan's eyes widened instantly, and she couldn't help but exclaim:

"What? Intact?!"

There was no doubt that Noble Consort Ning died more than twenty years ago. After more than twenty years, she should have turned into a skeleton long ago!

Was she made into a mummy?! Even if it were like the "Lady Xin Zhui" of the past, she wouldn't have reached the point of being intact! What... what was going on here?

Nie Jinxuan was an atheist. But Yin Fengzhan couldn't be lying! So for a time, Nie Jinxuan was a bit bewildered, but then her gaze flickered, and a touch of joy instantly rose:

"However, regardless of anything else, if Noble Consort Ning is really as you said, that would be great. At least we can find out the cause of Noble Consort Ning's death back then!"

Yes, the problem now wasn't how Noble Consort Ning's body remained intact, but to thoroughly find out the truth back then and untie Emperor Shuncheng's heart's knot. And regarding this matter, although Yin Fengzhan was calm on the outside, Nie Jinxuan understood in her heart that he also hoped the truth would come to light! Otherwise, he wouldn't have repeatedly risked breaking into the palace!

Nie Jinxuan was overjoyed, but Yin Fengzhan remained calm. At this moment, Nie Jinxuan also noticed that Yin Fengzhan's expression was unusual, and she couldn't help but lower her gaze:

"……Why? You don't agree to an autopsy?"

I originally wanted to write 6000 words today, but I really can't write anymore. My head hurts, my whole body hurts, I seem to have a fever... I hope that after a sleep, I will be better tomorrow...