"Second Young Master, thank you! You made me realize my feelings."
Jun Shaochen smiled knowingly. He was well aware of Su Zinian's apprehensive nature, especially after their separation yesterday evening, the emotions were very intense.
Su Li lifted his head and glanced at Jun Shaochen. Compared to other princes, this Crown Prince was much stronger and had a good character.
"Hehe!" Su Qi chuckled. He had actually guessed it right. Yes! It seemed that Aunt Zinian wouldn't have to be so uncertain anymore.
"Later, someone will take you to a clean cell. I will investigate the case as soon as possible and get you out of here."
Jun Shaochen's mood was uplifted. He looked at Su Qi with gratitude.
"Thank you, Your Highness!" Su Qi got exactly the result he wanted.
After Jun Shaochen left, Su Li calmly said, "Did you betray Aunt Zinian to make yourself more comfortable?"
"Brother, you shouldn't say it like that. Look at Aunt Zinian's expression. It's obvious she likes the Crown Prince, right? It's a great match, and I played a big role in it."
Su Qi didn't think there was anything wrong with his actions. If you like someone, you should be together, right? Even a five-year-old kid like him could see that clearly, so he naturally wanted to help.
"Now that Aunt Zinian's status is completely different, if they truly like each other, Aunt Zinian will marry the Crown Prince as a political alliance," Su Li said, small as he was, he understood things thoroughly.
"Brother, that's not something we should worry about. Right now, we need to figure out how to get out of this predicament."
Su Qi had a troubled expression on his face, occasionally scratching himself.
"Ah! Blaming oneself instead of others, the calamity of imprisonment came so suddenly, whom should we blame?"
Su Qi glanced at his motionless brother. "Brother, why are these damn mosquitoes and fleas biting only you and not me?"
"Snap!" Su Qi slapped a mosquito hard.
"Mother said it might be due to different blood types."
"I don't understand that term. Mother's words are a bit profound. I really want to be in a world with melodious birds and fragrant flowers outside, much better than being here feeding mosquitoes!"
Su Qi took out some ointment and applied it to himself. "Brother, continue with your cultivation, and Qi'er will continue sleeping."
Su Qi crawled back into the blanket. "Brother, once we find out who framed us and get out of here, let's take revenge and make sure they never recover."
"Of course, we'll make them sleep on the chopping block, unable to turn the tables. Sleep now! It's almost dawn."
Su Li said and closed his eyes again.
Outside the cell, Su Zinian kept looking inside. Being driven out by her son made her extremely unhappy.
"Mo'er, if you're so eager to know what Qi'er wants to say to Shaochen, why don't you hide around the corner and listen?"
Mu Yunxuan chuckled, watching her eagerly anticipate.
"Shaochen knows how cunning Qi'er is. If we hide and listen, he'll definitely know. He won't speak the truth to the Crown Prince; he doesn't want us to know."
"Shaochen is coming out."
"If it's a secret, he might not tell us anyway!" Su Zinian said, feeling frustrated.
"Your Excellency, Miss Su."
"The Crown Prince seems happy after hearing Qi'er's secret. Why not share it with everyone?"
Su Zinian smiled mischievously and pouted.
"Miss Su will naturally find out later." Jun Shaochen wouldn't easily reveal it until he was sure of Su Zinian's feelings.
"Tsk, it's not some earth-shattering secret anyway." Su Zinian casually muttered to herself.
Jun Shaochen smiled and shrugged. "Your Excellency, Miss Su, let's go and see the autopsy results by Han Wu."
"Mm! Han Wu should also enter the palace," Jun Shaochen nodded, instructing the nearby prison guard.
"Bring some snacks for the two young masters and treat them well. Kids generally like sweets."
"Your Highness, sweets are not good for children's teeth! Send them something else," Su Zinian's indifferent voice came from above.
Jun Shaochen's face stiffened as he looked at Su Zinian. "Just now, you didn't seem concerned about them at all. Why suddenly care about their teeth?"
"Who said I don't care about them?" Su Zinian replied coldly.
"Let's go!" Su Zinian took the lead, believing that actions spoke louder than words.
When they arrived at Qingyue Palace, they saw that Chuyu Qinghua was also present, and everyone else, except for the palace maids guarding the remains, had left.
Su Zinian and the others arrived just in time for the opening of the coffin by Han Wu.
Upon seeing Mu Yunxuan and Jun Shaochen, Chuyu Qinghua and Han Wu approached to greet them.
Su Zinian looked at Han Wu and was surprised to see that he was a young man in his twenties. He was dressed in a splendid blue robe and had handsome features, albeit a bit thin. He could be considered a good-looking young man, and it seemed that his family background was not bad either.
"Your Majesty, Your Highness, are you also here to witness it?" Han Wu asked with a serious expression.
"It concerns my two sons, so please put in your utmost effort, Han Wu," Mu Yunxuan spoke in a gentle and pleasing tone.
"Rest assured, Your Majesty. I will do my best," Han Wu replied.
At this point, the guards had already opened the coffin.
Han Wu took a look and walked towards the coffin.
"Move the princess's body onto the prepared bed," Han Wu ordered the guards.
The guards carefully moved Jun Yuerong's body onto the bed and respectfully withdrew.
Su Zinian took a look and also approached.
"Madam, when I perform the autopsy, I prefer not to be disturbed," Han Wu said, looking at her.
Su Zinian glanced at him indifferently and said nonchalantly, "Han Wu can focus on your work. I won't disturb you."
Upon hearing this, Han Wu, constrained by Su Zinian's identity, had no choice but to comply. He turned around and put on white homemade gloves, while behind him, there were many tools for the autopsy prepared. Su Zinian took a look and found them quite professional.
Standing beside Jun Yuerong's body, Su Zinian stared at her face for a while. There were no traces of disguise, and according to Su Li's words, the cause of death of this princess was suspicious. Her face remained intact, with a normal expression, but there were some differences between the skin on her neck and her face. Su Zinian keenly noticed this.
"The princess doesn't have any obvious external injuries," Han Wu reported after examining her.
Then he lifted Jun Yuerong's somewhat stiff hand and examined it. There were redness and swelling on the back of her hand. It was these hands that further puzzled Su Zinian. She continued to observe silently.
As time passed, Han Wu finished the autopsy.
He took off his gloves and said, "The princess doesn't have any fatal external injuries. The most likely cause of death is the redness and swelling on the back of her hand, which indicates that she was bitten by something and died of poisoning."
"Is this Han Wu's conclusion?" Su Zinian asked coldly.
"Madam, do you doubt my abilities?" Han Wu looked displeased as he stared at Su Zinian. After all, he was a renowned forensic expert in the Moonlit Kingdom and had solved many peculiar cases for the Moonlit Emperor.
"Hmph! Does Han Wu think I am someone who believes in his conclusions?" Su Zinian sneered, looking at Mu Yunxuan's respectful attitude towards Han Wu. She had thought that this Han Wu was formidable.
"If Madam doubts my abilities, then find someone else!" Han Wu said angrily, packing up his things and preparing to leave.
Mu Yunxuan frowned as he looked at Su Zinian's expression and realized that she might have noticed something.
"Han Wu, give me the results. I need to present them to the Emperor," Chunyu Qinghua spoke as he stepped forward.
"Wasn't this matter entrusted to the Crown Prince? Mr. Chunyu's actions seem to be overstepping," Su Zinian narrowed her eyes at Chunyu Qinghua. He was only an advisor, so why was he appearing here? It was not surprising that Su Zinian was worried. When it came to her sons' lives, she doubted everyone. She had learned to be ruthless and merciless over the years—kill when necessary and never remain silent when it wasn't appropriate.
"Madam, the Emperor sent Qinghua to assist the Crown Prince in the investigation. The Emperor was pleased to see the Crown Prince taking the initiative, so he specifically sent Qinghua here," Chunyu Qinghua smiled lightly.
Su Zinian looked at him. People like Chunyu Qinghua, who remained calm, had deep schemes. They could kill without a trace in the midst of banter and laughter. He could stay by the Moonlit Emperor's side as an advisor, and the Moonlit Emperor mostly listened to his words. Such individuals were the most terrifying.
"Mr. Chunyu, please!" Since he put it that way, Su Zinian had nothing more to say.
Chunyu Qinghua smiled and took the ledger from the woman's hand before leaving.
Han Wu, also angry, left with his team.
At that moment, another guard walked in and placed Jun Yuerong's body back in the coffin.
Cheng Jiu, who was not far away, looked at Su Zinian, feeling somewhat puzzled. Could it be that she had noticed something?
Perfect timing! Su Zinian glanced at Cheng Jiu, who quickly averted his gaze and pretended to go burn paper money.
Su Zinian smirked coldly. There were many heartbreaking answers in the world.
"Crown Prince, let's talk in private," Su Zinian knew that there were certainly eavesdroppers present.
"Very well! Miss Su, please follow me," the three of them went to Jun Shaochen's Eastern Palace.
Su Zinian looked at the sky; it was already turning white. Dawn was approaching, and once daylight came, news of Li'er and Qi'er would surely spread throughout the capital of the Moonlit Kingdom. She had to find a way to rescue Li'er and Qi'er as quickly as possible.