After Rebirth, She Becomes the Revenge Queen-Chapter 500 - 340: Guess Who I Brought Back? (Vote for Monthly Ticket)

Chapter 500: Chapter 340: Guess Who I Brought Back? (Vote for Monthly Ticket)
In front of everyone, Fu Zhen recounted the entire sequence of events, finally focusing everyone’s thoughts on the life and death of the Crown Prince Yang Yi.
Among those present, Mrs. Feng and Mrs. Cao could be said to be unrelated to this case. The reason Fu Zhen did not avoid them was because the two ladies had seen the Crown Prince Yang Yi in the past.
As expected, after listening to her explanation, Mrs. Cao’s expression changed: "Do you mean that not only have the Empress and Emperor been searching for the Crown Prince all these years, but he is actually still alive?"
"From what we currently know, this possibility is very high. Back then, you two ladies were following the main force of the Zhou Army all the way north, and when the Crown Prince disappeared, you should have been aware of it, sisters-in-law."
The two ladies exchanged a glance and nodded: "We were indeed aware. At the time, we were in Huzhou. The enemy attacked around midnight, and all our soldiers went out to confront them, leaving only us women and children in the camp.
"The news of the Crown Prince’s disappearance came when it was daylight. The Emperor personally led people to search, but for over a year, there was no trace of him found.
"There was neither sight of him alive nor his corpse."
Liang Chen nodded: "That day at Qianqing Palace, the Emperor and Empress said the same thing."
"However, thinking about it, it’s been twenty-four years since then. Even if the parents can’t let go in their hearts, as so many years have passed, they would usually gradually give up due to dwindling hope. It’s surprising that the Empress and Emperor have persisted for so many years, as if they are certain he didn’t die in Huzhou back then."
Mrs. Cao said this while looking at Mrs. Feng.
Mrs. Feng took a deep breath, fiddling with a strand of sandalwood beads, but said nothing.
Fu Zhen brought the topic back: "I don’t know why the Crown Prince has refused to show himself all these years. Disregarding his wishes and simply searching for him seems somewhat forceful, but the death of my grandfather is entangled in this, and these matters must be investigated thoroughly.
"Additionally, Lian Rong has seen him. The testimony from Li Yi’s side strongly suggests that the Crown Prince might have been to Dayue. What other connections there are between these events can’t be ignored either."
After all, this concerns two countries, and with the King of Dayue’s escape and current exile, these are hidden troubles.
Upon hearing this, Liang Chen looked over at Fu Zhen: "Have you thought of anything?"
Fu Zhen pondered and said: "To be honest, I hope to openly exchange this information with the Empress."
Liang Chen furrowed his brows: "But now we don’t know what rift, if any, exists between the Empress and Emperor. Suddenly exposing this information might lead to unforeseen complications."
"So, right now, we need to figure out what exactly is going on between the Empress and Emperor," Fu Zhen said, looking at him. "Don’t you think we’ll act with trepidation until we get to the bottom of this issue?"
Liang Chen took a deep breath: "Yesterday, after Fifth Brother and I met King Yan in the palace, we didn’t know how to proceed. But palace matters are not easy for ministers to meddle in."
"Perhaps we can make use of Mr. Li then."
"Him?"
Fu Zhen nodded: "Back then, the person who secretly approached the Li family to search for the Crown Prince was He Rong, so why don’t we find a way to let He Rong and Mr. Li meet at this time?"
"That’s not easy either!"
Liang Chen spread his hands.
When it concerns the palace, actions must be measured.
The methods used to dig up information from Prince Rong’s Mansion in the past can’t be applied now.
For example, if the target is He Rong, and he’s not an eunuch from the palace, he can be easily brought over for questioning.
Who dares to meddle with palace insiders? Don’t want their heads anymore?
Pei Zhan, who was to the side, thought for a moment: "Since He Rong was previously able to find Taishan Hall privately, it indicates he can leave the palace.
"I’ll try to check on him at the Shanggong Bureau later. As long as we seize the opportunity when he leaves the palace, then we’ll have a chance."
"Very well."
Before a better plan is thought of, this is the best course of action.
The maid had arrived at the door, and Mrs. Cao looked at the sky, stood up, and said: "The food has been served below; let’s eat first."
Everyone then rose one after another. Liang Chen and Pei Zhan walked ahead with Mrs. Cao, while Mrs. Feng waited by the door for Fu Zhen.
The two women, sisters-in-law, followed behind slowly. Mrs. Feng walked at a leisurely pace, and Fu Zhen accompanied her through corridor and courtyard, moving gracefully. The familiar scenes along the way felt as though time had returned to many years ago.
Seeing that a distance had grown between them and Liang Chen and the others ahead, Mrs. Feng stopped by the railing.
She took Fu Zhen’s hand and asked: "What are your true feelings towards Zhan Er?"