People only know of the Regent King as ruthless and tyrannical, but also as someone capable of governing the country. Such a person would eventually plot a rebellion.
However, only she knew that Yan Sihan was actually loyal to the emperor and absolutely devoted to his country. Even now, when all the civil and military officials were supporting him, he never had any intention to rebel.
He had unwittingly helped the useless young emperor to eliminate numerous disloyal subjects, yet the Empress Dowager and the useless young emperor wanted to eliminate the very Regent King who protected their stable rule, just because they didn't want to be "directed."
Without the Regent King, Great Nan would have already become Gold Country under the scheming of the young emperor and the Empress Dowager.
Now, Yan Nanchen was a favorite by the young emperor's side, seemingly advising him but actually plotting a rebellion.
In her past life, it was her false testimony that gave the young emperor and Yan Nanchen the opportunity to kill the Regent King!
Hearing the irresistible imperial order, Yan Sihan inevitably felt despondent and lost the heart to protect the young emperor. He took her and left the Capital directly.
When the Regent King left with his army, the young emperor died. Everyone said it was the Regent King who killed the young emperor.
However, it was actually Yan Nanchen who stabbed the young emperor to death with a sword.
All in all, although it was not solely her doing, the end came due to her involvement.
Now reborn into this life, she must change the fate of everyone, or else her life will be wasted!
While she was lost in thought, Yan Sihan had already picked her up in his arms.
Startled, she hurriedly hugged his neck.
Perhaps seeing her dazed, Yan Sihan thought she was tired and said, "Rest well after your bath, I'll spare you tonight."
Their eyes met at close range, the subtle fragrance of plum blossoms wafting between them, adding a touch of ambiguity.
Lin Jiaojiao's face suddenly became hot.
After her bath, she felt much less tired. Yan Sihan had already left Shuanghua Residence, probably to attend to some matters.
In any case, he didn't stay long in her previous life either. Besides not wanting to see her, he also had other matters to attend to. Considering her warning of an ambush, he must have sent someone to investigate.
Tomorrow Yan Sihan would visit the Iron-blood Camp for an inspection while she had things to do in the Prince Manor, including taking care of the women sent by the Empress Dowager, one by one.
In her past life, these women helped the Empress Dowager a great deal!
Concubine Zhang was sent to disgust Yan Sihan by the Empress Dowager. However, as Yan Sihan never visited the backyard, the Empress Dowager's plan fell through.
But she would never allow Yan Sihan to become a laughingstock due to Zhang.
Because Concubine Zhang still remained unharmed in the Manor, people inside and outside the mansion could not keep their mouths shut.
With these thoughts in mind, she sat up halfway, lifting the brocade quilt.
Xuemei, who was about to blow out the light, put down the lampshade and approached her, bowing her head slightly as she asked, "My lady, do you need to go to the bathroom?"
Lin Jiaojiao shook her head, thought for a moment, and said, "Xuemei, go call Qingtao in."
"Ah?" Xuemei was somewhat puzzled. "My lady, why do you need Qingtao in the middle of the night?"
Xuemei was indeed honest by nature, with a pair of round eyes that made her look even more innocent. Her curious expression now reminded Lin Jiaojiao of the orange cat in the Lin Mansion's kitchen.
Honest and loyal indeed, but she lacked worldly wisdom.
It seemed she needed more training in the future.
Feeling helpless, she said, "Go quickly!"
"Yes, I'll go right away." Xuemei knew she shouldn't have asked so many questions. After a quick bow, she left the bedroom.
It wasn't long before Xuemei returned with Qingtao in tow.
Upon seeing her, Qingtao respectfully greeted, "Your Highness the Princess."
Bowing to her, she lowered her brow and waited for instructions in silence.
Qingtao was a maid skilled in martial arts and had a cold appearance. She served Yan Sihan and was the most respected among the servants in the mansion, second only to Maid Wang.
With that, she began, "Concubine Zhang has contracted a foul disease and is no longer fit to serve the Prince. Find a farmstead and send her there to recuperate."
Sending Concubine Zhang to a farmstead was already an act of kindness from her. She only spared Zhang's life because she had never done anything harmful to Yan Sihan in the mansion, except cause trouble.
As for the others, they sought every day to find out the news from the front courtyard.
Concubine Zhang was not an ordinary palace maid; her father was a county official as well.
As Prince Qi tortured her, the Empress Dowager did not intervene but sent her to the Regent King's Mansion instead. As a result, Concubine Zhang gradually lost her loyalty to the Empress Dowager.
Hearing this, Qingtao did not show much reaction, merely saying in a respectful manner, "Yes, Your Highness, I will go handle it."