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Upon hearing this, Jiang Chen was instantly furious, his anger flaring as if flames were burning in his once deep and sharp eyes.
He slammed his hand on the table, causing the teacups to jump and tea to splash everywhere.
He shouted angrily, "How outrageous! How dare anyone act so brazenly under my very nose! Immediately investigate this matter thoroughly; I want to uncover the mastermind behind this! I want to see who has the audacity to touch my Jing Pin! They must be out of their minds!"
With that, he rolled up his sleeves, revealing his strong arms, fists clenched tightly, the knuckles turning slightly white from the exertion.
Through gritted teeth, he said, "Do you think my Jing Pin is something that you lowly scoundrels can easily touch? You must be tired of living!"
His imposing demeanor would make any onlooker believe he was ready to personally hunt down this so-called assassin.
Meanwhile, Lin Yu quietly observed Jiang Chen's furious and tense expression, finding it somewhat amusing in her heart.
She thought to herself: This emperor, who usually sits high above with immense authority, now resembles a child guarding his treasures, afraid that someone might take away what he loves. It's rather endearing!
However, despite her thoughts, Lin Yu maintained a delicate and pitiful appearance on the surface.
After all, she was in a precarious situation where any misstep could lead to disastrous consequences.
Thus, she gently parted her lips and trembled as she spoke in a soft and melodious voice, "Your Majesty, Chen Qie is so scared..." As she spoke, she reached out her delicate hand to lightly grasp Jiang Chen's sleeve, resembling a flower swaying in the wind, evoking sympathy.
Her beautiful face was filled with fear and grievance at that moment; her large watery eyes brimmed with tears that sparkled like jewels, threatening to spill over at any moment.
Upon seeing Lin Yu's tearful expression resembling a rain-soaked pear blossom, Jiang Chen felt as if his heart had been struck hard. A wave of tenderness surged within him.
"Jing Pin, don’t be afraid. With me here, no one can harm you!" The emperor suddenly pounded his broad chest with determination etched on his face as he vowed to the delicate woman beside him.
His tone was as resolute as the purest gold in the world, as if the person standing here was not a monarch but the legendary Sun Wukong, the Great Sage Equal to Heaven, who could shield the beautiful lady before him from the wind and rain, providing her with an expansive sky of protection.
However, upon hearing these words, Lin Yu could not help but scoff inwardly: Hmph, please! If you could truly protect me, why would I have to live in constant fear every day?
It was always just empty talk with no action.
The thunder roared frighteningly, yet the raindrops were pitifully small!
Nevertheless, despite her inner dissatisfaction and grievances, she still had to put on a facade of heartfelt gratitude.
Thus, she spoke in a voice as clear and melodious as a yellow oriole emerging from the valley, soft and sweet, with a barely noticeable tremor: “Thank you for your great kindness, Your Majesty. I know that your feelings for me are the deepest and most sincere in this world. In this life and beyond, I am willing to give everything to repay your profound affection.”
Upon hearing this, Jiang Chen’s heart rippled like a lake caressed by a spring breeze, an indescribably delightful sensation washing over him.
He felt as if he had transformed into a heroic figure saving the world, gallantly protecting this enchanting beauty in his arms!
This exquisite feeling was even more intense than the joy he felt when buried under mountains of memorials and suddenly discovered the treasury was overflowing!
Little did he know that Lin Yu's inner thoughts were quite different: Hmph, if it weren't for completing that damned mission smoothly, I wouldn't care about your so-called 'goodness'! Everything I have shown is merely superb acting; truly, I deserve an Oscar for my performance!
At this moment within the palace, the atmosphere was tense as if stretched to the limit like a bowstring; it seemed that even a slight touch could snap it and lead to unpredictable consequences. Investigations into this incident were underway with great fervor, but frustratingly, despite everyone's best efforts, not a single valuable clue had been found.
The mysterious assassins seemed to have evaporated from existence, leaving no trace behind.
Jiang Chen was in the imperial study, feeling as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, pacing around helplessly.
He would occasionally scratch his head in frustration or slap his desk in exasperation. The handsome face that once radiated confidence now bore clear signs of worry and anxiety.
"What on earth are those despicable guys hiding?" he muttered incessantly, pacing back and forth without a moment's pause, occasionally tugging at his ears in frustration.
At that moment, he resembled nothing more than a mischievous monkey, just shy of jumping around and bouncing off the walls.
Meanwhile, Lin Yu, who stood by observing coldly, felt equally anxious. If this continued and she still couldn't find any crucial clues, her own situation would soon become precarious!
This was no trivial matter; if those people attempted another assassination, she couldn't guarantee that she would escape so miraculously again.
Absolutely not! She had to rack her brain for a countermeasure!
At that moment, her mind was racing like a supercomputer, operating at lightning speed as it desperately sought a path from Desperate Situation Turns to Hope among countless possibilities.
Just then, at this critical juncture, the hostile forces that usually clashed with Lin Yu seized the opportunity and began to stir restlessly.
These guys were like ferocious sharks sensing blood in the water, rushing forward in a frenzy.
They shamelessly spread various rumors everywhere, their incessant chatter flowing more smoothly than seasoned actors on stage.
Someone declared with feigned seriousness, "Have you heard? That Jing Pin is truly bizarre! From what I know, she possesses strange and supernatural abilities!"
Another person skeptically replied, "Is that really true? It can't be! Our current emperor is wise and discerning; how could he be easily swayed by such a woman?"
Then someone sighed dramatically and said, "Ah, you really are quite naive! As the saying goes, 'Even heroes struggle against the charms of beautiful women.'
Besides, it's been said that Jing Pin is indeed... tsk tsk tsk, her beauty is truly captivating!"
"Oh dear, what are we to do? If the emperor really becomes infatuated with that woman, our vast Great Zhou Dynasty might be doomed!"
One person spoke with a face full of anxiety.
Another quickly echoed, "Indeed! We must think of a way to act quickly; we cannot just sit back and watch this seductive woman's scheme succeed!"
Thus, these absurd rumors spread like wings, rapidly reaching every corner of the palace and beyond.
The speed of their dissemination was even more ferocious than the swarms of locusts that blanket the sky in June.
In an instant, the entire capital was thrown into a state of panic, and the way people looked at Lin Yu changed dramatically, as if she were some monstrous beast that struck terror into the hearts of all.
Meanwhile, Lin Yu, at the center of this storm, found her situation increasingly perilous.
She felt like a pitiful insect caught in a spider's web; the more she struggled, the more powerless she became.
"Hmph! These despicable scoundrels are truly shameless!" Lin Yu seethed with anger, wishing she could immediately tear apart those who recklessly spread the rumors!
Her delicate hands were now tightly clenched into fists, and due to her excessive force, her nails nearly dug deep into the tender flesh of her palms.
At the same time, far away in the court, Jiang Chen learned of this news.
In an instant, he was consumed by rage; he slammed his hand on the table before him with a dull thud.
His usually amiable face now appeared as dark as a stormy sky just before a tempest, instilling fear in all who beheld him.
"How outrageous! Is my Jing Pin something that you treacherous ministers can slander at will?"
The emperor's fury erupted like a thunderclap, his eyes wide and his face flushed red; his roar was deafening, echoing throughout the palace.
The enormous sound even caused the tables and chairs in the hall to tremble slightly, while the dust on the beams fell like a gray drizzle, shaken loose by this force.
After the Emperor's furious outburst, he immediately issued an edict demanding a thorough investigation into the matter, insisting that all those who dared to spread rumors and cause trouble be rooted out and severely punished without mercy.
He vowed to ensure that everyone involved would receive their due punishment, to uphold the law of the land and to comfort the heart of Consort.
However, regrettably, rumors spread like a raging wildfire; once they began to circulate, they were difficult to contain.
Even with the Emperor personally overseeing the situation and exerting all efforts to suppress it, he could not completely halt its propagation.
Despite Minister Jiang Chen's best efforts to implement various measures to quell the storm, the rumors continued to spread among the people like a plague.
In every street and alley, in teahouses and taverns, people whispered and debated fervently.
They discussed various tales regarding Jing Pin and Lin Yu, their words filled with curiosity and speculation.
These slanders acted like invisible swords, deeply piercing Lin Yu's heart and causing great damage to her reputation.
Now, every time Lin Yu walked down the street, she felt the strange gazes directed at her from all around.
Those looks were cold and sharp, like cruel knives mercilessly stabbing at her, making her feel utterly uncomfortable.
The palace maids and eunuchs also whispered among themselves; whenever they saw Lin Yu pass by, they would instinctively stop their conversations, sneak a few glances at her, then quickly lower their heads like startled rabbits, pretending nothing was amiss as they returned to their tasks.
What chilled Lin Yu even more was that even those concubines who had previously maintained cordial relationships with her now kept their distance, fearing any association with her might bring them misfortune.
The bond of sisterhood that once flourished had become so fragile at this moment, as if a gentle breeze could scatter it away.
The once-bustling Changchun Palace now stood desolate and empty, with only Palace Maids and Eunuchs coming and going, busy yet devoid of warmth.
Lin Yu's situation had grown increasingly dire.
She felt like a bird trapped in a cage, vulnerable and powerless to resist.
She knew she had to find evidence quickly to prove her innocence; otherwise, she would never escape this predicament. She might indeed become the malevolent enchantress that the rumors claimed, nailed to the pillar of historical disgrace.
At that moment, the System "Inverse Light" suddenly emerged, its voice echoing in Lin Yu's mind with a hint of schadenfreude.
"Host, I have good news and bad news. Which one do you want to hear first?" Its irritating tone made Lin Yu wish she could pull it out of the System and give it a good beating.
"Just spit it out; don’t keep me in suspense!" Lin Yu replied tersely, lacking the patience to engage in banter with this unreliable System.
"Alright!" Inverse Light chuckled mischievously. "The bad news is that the opposing forces have already started targeting you. Your current situation is extremely dangerous. They’re not just playing around; those rumors were merely an appetizer—the real attack is yet to come!"
"I know that without you telling me," Lin Yu rolled her eyes. She wasn’t foolish; she was well aware of how dire her circumstances were.
"And the good news?" Lin Yu pressed on, desperately needing some uplifting news to boost her morale.
"The good news is that I’ve found a crucial clue that can prove your innocence," Inverse Light announced, its voice tinged with pride.
"What clue?" Lin Yu perked up at once, her eyes widening with eagerness.
"Hehe, well, that's a secret for now," Inverse Light teased. "You’ll find out once you complete your next task."
"What? You want to trick me again?" Lin Yu exclaimed, stomping her feet in frustration. This annoying System always kept her on edge!
"Don't be impatient, host. This task is quite simple, and I know you can accomplish it," Inverse Light said, its voice dripping with temptation.
"Just tell me what the task is," Lin Yu demanded, ready to take on the challenge.
"Your next task is..." Inverse Light paused, speaking slowly and deliberately, "to uncover the mastermind behind your framing!"
Lin Yu was taken aback. This task was simple yet complicated at the same time.
It was simple because she had long suspected that someone was plotting against her; it was complicated because she had no leads and didn't know where to start.
However, no matter what, she had to do it, as her life depended on it.
Taking a deep breath, Lin Yu's gaze hardened. She knew this would be a tough battle, but she had to win!
"Inverse Light, tell me, what is the crucial clue?" Lin Yu silently asked in her heart.
"Want to know? Then complete the task!" Inverse Light's voice echoed again. "I believe in you, host! You can do it!"
Lin Yu clenched her fists. She understood that there was no turning back now.
For survival, for freedom, she had to find that mastermind and clear her name!
This was a gamble for her life, and she had to win!
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