Chapter 223: Palace Change 67

Father knows he has wronged you. Since your illness healed, the family hasn't been like a family anymore. Your elder and third sisters entered the palace as concubines, and your second sister is alre...The Emperor has passed away, and the Empress's whereabouts are unknown.

Dugu City's eyes were filled with pain, his fists clenched tighter. "I still underestimated them."

"How could this be"

Feng Lingxi couldn't believe his words. The Emperor had passed away, and her mother was missing. In just a few days, how could so many things happen It was too unbelievable.

"Ye Xi, immediately send this king's order, return to the capital tomorrow."

"My Lord, it is not advisable. I heard from the capital that it was said to be the Empress who treated the Emperor, causing his demise. I believe a decree will arrive soon. It is best for the Empress to leave immediately."

Ye Xi told them the information she had gathered. Feng Lingxi looked at Ye Xi with disbelief, her face full of astonishment as she watched Ye Xi's serious expression.

"I've reached the border, is this still my fault"

To be falsely accused of something is truly terrifying.

Dugu City angrily scolded, "The prince is truly excessive. He murdered his father and usurped the throne, and now he dares to blame Xi'er for it. This king will absolutely not allow his scheme to succeed."

"Whatever you do, going back now is like walking into a trap. He's been waiting for you."

Feng Lingxi grabbed Dugu Cheng's arm, "Let's leave here first and talk later. Don't let the Sixth Prince find us."

獨孤城 glanced at Feng Lingxi, "Xi'er, let's set off now and return. The military talisman is in my hands, and the million soldiers of Dayuan Dynasty will have to listen to me."

"My Lord, General Feng has betrayed us. The capital is now in the hands of the Crown Prince and Empress Dowager. All we can do now is wait here for an opportunity."

Dugu Cheng clenched his fists in anger, "Damn it, this king was tricked by him."

"Not even the King or the Consort could have imagined this outcome, Your Highness. The King and the Consort might still be alive. You mustn't act rashly."

"Ye Xi, you summon General Li and order him to hold the line at Linxi County."

Night Xi took the order and immediately retreated.

"Little Li, where's the arsenic"

The capital has had an incident. It seems that Dugu Xiu staying here is to deal with her and Dugu Cheng. They must find Dugu Xiu as soon as possible and not let them get in their way.

She gave the maidservant a letter and left the city. The maidservant went to see if she returned.

"No need, what we need to control now is the new county mistress."

Dugu City looked at Feng Lingxi, the two met eyes, Feng Lingxi nodded, and followed Dugu City to find the new county master. They searched for a while but couldn't see her. Upon inquiring, they learned that someone had seen the new county master secretly leave Liu Xi County an hour ago.

“It seems what Pi Shao said was true, this new county magistrate is the Empress’s person. When something happened in the capital, he knew that I would discover his identity and left ahead of time.” It seems their assassination plan has changed. Now that the capital has fallen into the hands of the prince and empress, they probably won't let him return to the capital.

"We've settled here for now, and sent people to find the Empress Dowager. We shall wait and see."

Feng Ling comforted him, this all came too suddenly, catching them off guard. Even she hadn't expected it, the palace would undergo such a drastic change overnight. Their father was gone, and the world had shifted on its axis.

Dugu Cheng responded and immediately went to inform his confidants. Feng Lingxi, on the other hand, went with Xiao Li to investigate suspicious individuals in the city. Since the new county lord had left, this Liu Xi County had become their refuge. They had to thoroughly investigate whether Dugu Xiu's followers were still nearby, and they couldn't afford to be careless at all.

At nightfall, a poisoned person was found with bloodstains all over their body and a bloody wound on their face. They were barely alive when brought before Feng Lingxi. After a night of rescue efforts, Feng Lingxi managed to save the person's life, but the wound on their face was too deep. It would be impossible for it to fully recover.

Just like what Pifang said about wanting to disfigure her, she is really going to disfigure herself now.

"Xiao Li, is the Wangye back yet"

Dugu Cheng went out for a whole night, Feng Lingxi did not receive any news from Dugu Cheng. Staying in Liu Xi County, she was very worried and afraid that something might happen to Dugu Cheng.

"Not yet, Your Highness. You've been busy all night as well. Rest early. If you exhaust yourself, there will be no one to hold the fort."

Xiaoli comforted her, this night too many things happened, the princess did not sleep all night, she was afraid she couldn't bear it.

Feng Lingxi looked outside, but she didn't see Dugu City. How could she fall asleep

After washing his hands, Feng Ling instructed Xiao Li, "Take good care of the arsenic. I'm going out for a look."

"Your Highness, the situation is dangerous now. You cannot go out alone. If anything happens to you, how can I explain it to His Royal Highness"

Xiao Li stopped her, Feng Ling Xi retracted her gaze, "Then I won't go out, you watch the arsenic, I'll take a nap."

Although she was worried, she knew that she had to conserve enough energy so that Dugu City wouldn't worry.

She was unable to rest easy, for Dugu City hadn't returned yet. Although she sat there saying she would close her eyes for a nap, she never fell asleep. She closed her eyes, leaning against the table, silently praying in her heart that Dugu City would return soon.

In the late afternoon, Dugu City returned to Liu Xi County with Ye Xi and his army. Five hundred thousand troops camped in Liu Xi County. Back in town, the bloodstains on his body made his murderous aura even stronger. A cold air emanated from his stern face.

"Ye Xi, bring people to continue searching for Dugu Xiu's whereabouts. This king wants to capture him alive."

Ye Xi responded and, leading her soldiers, departed.

"My Lord King, I am willing to swear my loyalty and follow the Fourth Prince until death."

General Li and several other generals had been brothers-in-arms with Dugu City for many years, their rise to prominence was all thanks to Dugu City's mentorship. Now, with turmoil in the palace, they had considered supporting Dugu City as king, but he refused their offer.

Even so, they were willing to follow him, sharing his joys and sorrows.

Dugu Cheng hurriedly stepped forward to help them up, "Please stand up, Generals."

"My Lord, I am willing to lead troops to continue pursuing the trail of the Sixth Prince. Once any news arises, I will capture him immediately and bring him back to you."

Dugu City raised his hand, looking at General Li, "This matter I let Ye Xi handle, General Li, I have one more important thing that needs you to go in person."

"My Lord, please give your orders. I shall die without hesitation."

Sun, the deputy general, hurriedly agreed, “Your Highness, this subordinate requests to follow General Li to…”

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"Sun Vice-General, you heal your wounds. General Li, you secretly investigate the whereabouts of my mother concubine and see if she is still alive. If you have news, inform this prince immediately and bring her here."

"The subordinate shall obey your order."

After General Li and his men left, Dugu City gave some instructions before returning.

"The King is back."

Xiaoli looked at Dugucheng who was walking in, overjoyed. Before she could speak, Fenglingxi stood up and rushed towards Dugucheng, hugging his waist, "Dugucheng, you're back."

Hearing the choking in her voice, Dugu City hugged her, gently patting her back and soothingly said, "Xi'er, this king is fine. You don't have to worry."ant a position somewhere in the middle.Feng Lingxi walked to the edge of the water tank, swept away the snow on the ground with her feet, picked up a stone and threw it at the water surface. The water...