freenovelworld Is Chapter 218 still possible?
Is Chapter 218 still possible?
"Grandmother, before the Dowager Consort was taken away, she said some inexplicable things to Yinyin. Now, thinking back, Yinyin believes that Mother's situation might be related to the Dowager Consort." Su Yinyin briefly recounted the Dowager Consort's words. Her voice was low, and her expression was grave.
Su Yi's expression was firm, and her tone resolute: "Grandmother, although there are some suspicions, we cannot let go of any suspicions regarding Mother. I support Yinyin's idea."
"Alright, you must be careful while you're out there." The old lady nodded helplessly, her eyes full of worry.
Su Yinyin nodded, "Grandmother, don't worry, Yinyin knows what she's doing."
Su Yinyin's eyes were full of confidence and determination.
Just then, a maid rushed over and said, "Madam, Miss, the Duke and the eldest young master have returned to the manor and are on their way to the flower hall."
The maid was panting heavily, her face full of anxiety.
A moment later, the Duke entered the flower hall and, seeing the solemn expressions on everyone's faces, asked, "What's wrong?"
The Duke's face was full of doubt as he glanced at everyone.
Li Yanche asked in confusion, "Yinyin, I didn't see you at the banquet just now. I asked and found out that you had already left the palace. What happened?"
Li Yanche's eyes were filled with concern and curiosity.
The old lady briefly recounted the events, and the Duke's expression changed drastically. "This matter is of utmost importance. Yinyin, you must not interfere any further. The living are the most important."
The Duke's expression was very serious, and his voice carried a hint of sternness.
Su Yinyin stubbornly said, "Uncle, since Yinyin has already been involved, we can't just sit idly by. Besides, with Yinyin's abilities, don't you trust me?"
Su Yinyin's expression was firm, and her eyes revealed a stubbornness.
"Alright, alright, you all be careful. Su Yi, you're the older brother, you must protect your sisters." The Duke shook his head helplessly and earnestly instructed Su Yi.
Su Yi assured him, "Uncle, don't worry, I'll risk my life to make sure nothing happens to them."
Su Yi's expression was resolute, and her tone was firm and powerful!
Just then, Su Yinyin's personal maid, Biyu, hurried over and said, "Princess, someone from the Prince's mansion says that the Regent Prince requests your presence at the mansion."
Biyu's face was full of anxiety, and her voice was hurried.
"Grandmother, Uncle, I'm going to the Prince's Mansion, and then I'll return to the Su Mansion. Yueyue and Nian'an will be escorted back to the Su Mansion by Su Yi and Lao Wu." Su Yinyin made the arrangements methodically, her expression serious.
As soon as Su Yinyin stepped out of the Duke's mansion, she saw Zhou Yuan coming towards her.
Zhou Yuan's gaze was intense as he looked at Su Yinyin, but Su Yinyin remained calm, without the slightest ripple of emotion.
Su Yinyin asked softly, "Zhou Yuan, is the investigation not progressing smoothly?"
Zhou Yuan sighed deeply: "We have absolutely no clue. It's as if all the clues have been deliberately erased."
Zhou Yuan's face was full of exhaustion and helplessness, and his voice revealed a deep sense of defeat.
Su Yinyin frowned slightly: "This matter is very strange. Could it be that someone is obstructing us from behind?"
Su Yinyin frowned deeply, her eyes filled with doubt.
Zhou Yuan's eyes sharpened: "I have the same suspicion, but it's hard to determine who it is right now."
A cold glint flashed in Zhou Yuan's eyes, his expression serious.
Su Yinyin suddenly said, "Zhou Yuan, I still feel that the Empress Dowager's words are not unfounded."
Zhou Yuan nodded: "How could I not know? But the truth still needs to be explored slowly."
At that moment, a cool breeze blew by, and Su Yinyin couldn't help but shiver.
Seeing this, Zhou Yuan took off his cloak and gently draped it over Su Yinyin, saying, "It's windy, don't catch a cold."
Su Yinyin avoided Zhou Yuan's cloak and said, "I'm not cold!"
Looking at Su Yinyin's refusal to open the door, Zhou Yuan felt a bitter taste in his mouth.
Su Yinyin suddenly said, "Zhou Yuan, I still feel that the Empress Dowager's words are not unfounded."
Su Yinyin's expression was serious, and her tone was firm.
Zhou Yuan nodded: "How could I not know? But the truth still needs to be explored slowly."
Zhou Yuan's expression was solemn, and he nodded slightly in agreement.
Just then, a guard rushed over and whispered a few words in Zhou Yuan's ear. Zhou Yuan's expression changed drastically: "What?! How could this happen!"
Zhou Yuan's face instantly turned gloomy, his eyes filled with shock and anger.
Su Yinyin asked anxiously, "Zhou Yuan, what happened?"
Su Yinyin's face was full of anxiety, her eyes fixed on Zhou Yuan.
Zhou Yuan said in a deep voice, "My trusted confidant has disappeared."
Zhou Yuan's voice was deep, and his expression was serious.
Su Yinyin was startled: "What... what should we do?"
Su Yinyin's heart was filled with worry, and a hint of panic was revealed in her eyes.
Zhou Yuan's gaze was firm: "This matter is becoming increasingly complicated, and it seems that the person behind it is not to be underestimated."
Zhou Yuan took a deep breath. "No matter what, I will get to the bottom of this."
Zhou Yuan's expression was firm, and his eyes were full of determination.
Su Yinyin said, "Your Majesty, why don't we re-examine the known clues? Perhaps we can make some discoveries."
Su Yinyin's voice was clear and firm, and her eyes were full of hope.
"That's all we can do." Zhou Yuan nodded slightly, his expression serious.
Su Yinyin calmly said, "Zhou Yuan, why has your maternal family never served as officials in the imperial court?"
"Given the Empress Dowager's and your current status, arranging things for them would be a piece of cake, wouldn't it?"
Su Yinyin's expression was calm, but her eyes were full of thought.
"You mean, the Empress Dowager's actions might have been instigated by her maternal clan?" A hint of doubt flashed in Zhou Yuan's eyes as he fell into deep thought.
Su Yinyin nodded. "It's not impossible. You can look for clues in the Dowager Consort's secret room. Also, you can look for a breakthrough from your maternal grandparents' house."
Su Yinyin's expression was serious, and her tone was firm.
A glimmer of hope flashed in Zhou Yuan's eyes. "I will send someone to check out that secret room immediately."
Zhou Yuan's eyes were filled with anticipation, and he quickly made a decision.
Just then, another guard came to report: "Your Highness, something terrible has happened. News has come from the palace that Her Majesty the Empress has suddenly fallen ill and is unconscious."
The guard's voice was anxious, and his face was full of panic.
Zhou Yuan and Su Yinyin were both startled.
Su Yinyin said, "This is too much of a coincidence. Could it be another conspiracy?"
Su Yinyin's face was full of shock and doubt, and her voice revealed a hint of unease.
Zhou Yuan's face was grim. "No matter what, I'll go into the palace first."
“Okay, go ahead!” Su Yinyin nodded, her eyes filled with worry.
Zhou Yuan had only taken two steps when he turned back to look at Su Yinyin. He asked, "Yinyin, is there still a chance for us?"
Su Yinyin paused for a moment, then turned her head away. "Your Highness, there are many matters to attend to now; this is not the time to discuss personal feelings."
Zhou Yuan gave a wry smile. "Alright, I understand." With that, he strode towards the palace.
Su Yinyin watched his retreating figure, her heart filled with mixed emotions. But she quickly composed herself and returned directly to the Su residence.