Chapter 74: Suspicion: The Emperor's Family is the Most Ruthless
The Crown Prince’s complexion turned ashen, and he was about to erupt when Emperor Xuanwu finally spoke.
“Since this is only a misunderstanding, it is good that everything has been stated openly,” he said. “Que’er, your body is weak. You should go home and rest!”
He gave a knowing look to the Highest Ranked Court Eunuch. Immediately, a guard pushed in a wheelchair. This lead guard was Lei Peng, whom Ye Jiuge had seen at the hill behind the Putuo Temple. Worry filled his eyes. He reached out to support Dongfang Que, but his assistance was rejected.
“Can Eldest Miss Ye give me a helping hand?” Dongfang Que looked calmly at Ye Jiuge. His black pupils were as limpid as a lake, calm and peaceful.
“Of course.” Ye Jiuge reached out her hands to assist Dongfang Que into the wheelchair then took the opportunity to wheel him out of the Jinxiu Palace.
Meanwhile, the Empress said nothing. Her cold gaze only followed Ye Jiuge like a shadow.
Ye Jiuge pushed Dongfang Que near the Yuhua Garden, where Lady Hongxiu was waiting anxiously. When Lady Hongxiu saw them, she immediately rushed forward and asked, “Your Highness, are you alright?”
“I am fine. It’s all thanks to Eldest Miss Ye. She helped me cure the poison,” Dongfang Que said distantly.
He was aware that had Ye Jiuge not saved him, he would have died in the Jinxiu Palace.