Chapter 1366: Trap

Chapter 1366: Trap

Editor: Henyee Translations

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!

Without a doubt, the orchestrator behind this conspiracy had to be the Crown Prince himself! He deliberately revealed suspicious elements and intentionally allowed them to uncover “evidence.” He executed actions that would lead them astray and ensnared them in his trap, step by step.

They believed they had covertly unearthed his secrets and held leverage over him without his knowledge. They believed victory was within reach, but it all turned out to be a ruse!

It was an illusion he had meticulously crafted to draw them in!

The Fourth Prince seethed with indignation. “I never anticipated that the esteemed Crown Prince would resort to such deplorable tactics! I never expected him to deteriorate to this extent! What happened to the refined and gentlemanly Crown Prince with impeccable manners?”

The Fourth Prince’s once favorable opinion of the Crown Prince shattered into a million pieces.

Had this happened to the Second or Third Prince, the Fourth Prince likely would not have acted rashly or probed any further.

However, the Crown Prince was an exception.

How else could it be put? When an inherently honest person resorts to deception, the consequences can be dire!

The Crown Prince seemed intent on orchestrating his downfall!

Honored Princess Mei sneered. “As I’ve always said, there’s no wolf in this world that doesn’t crave meat and blood! He holds the position of Crown Prince. If he were genuinely gentle, benevolent, and harmless, he wouldn’t have been able to maintain his standing.”

“This time, both of us were complacent, and that’s why he schemed against us. We can’t afford to make such mistakes again.”

“But Mother, what if Father discovers my involvement? What should I do?”

The Fourth Prince harbored a deep fear of his father’s methods.

He lacked confidence that his father wouldn’t uncover the truth.

There were likely few things in the capital that could remain concealed from his father’s keen awareness.

Furthermore, in his excitement, he was prone to making mistakes, which only heightened his anxiety.

If it were true, he would have no such concerns. When Father scolded the Crown Prince in his anger, he would likely not delve into further inquiries.

But that was not the case.

Honored Princess Mei furrowed her brow.

She, too, lacked confidence.

“Considering your father’s temperament, this matter won’t be easily resolved. Find someone for him. As for your father… I’ll offer my apologies and confess the truth to him.”

The Fourth Prince’s eyes widened in astonishment. “Confess the truth?”

Honored Princess Mei sneered, “Even if we don’t speak of it, do you believe your father won’t discern the truth? We can’t afford to take that risk. I know what to say. Your father won’t take kindly to hearing about your scandalous liaison. Nevertheless, you must prepare yourself, as a scolding is likely unavoidable…”

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