noffsinger Chapter 924
Chapter 924
Chapter 924
Xiao Wei rode alongside her, worried about her health, but unable to stop her from stopping; three children were waiting for her in the capital.
Not only the children, but the entire Great Xia court also needs her to rush back to stop the eldest princess.
With Yunnan Sheng around, he definitely wouldn't agree to her doing this.
So Yunxi Yue managed to appease and trick her father into leaving, while she took a shortcut back to the capital.
After traveling all night.
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Murong Yun was quite wary of Yun Xiyue's potential return to the court to cause trouble, so she dispatched many spies to closely monitor her every move.
"Where is that woman right now? And what is she doing?" she asked, her tone full of vigilance.
"Princess, rest assured, our scouts report that everything is calm. Her Majesty the Empress has learned of what happened in the capital and is currently staying put, showing no signs of returning. She must know your power and be afraid of you." The subordinate replied respectfully, adding, "After all, Her Majesty the Empress is more than two months pregnant."
Murong Yun's lips curled into a cold smile. "Even if she wanted to come back now, it would be too late, she's too far away."
After saying this, she turned to her and instructed, "How is the Empress Dowager's condition? Quickly help her over; she needs to attend court with me today."
As he spoke, he stood up and straightened his magnificent brocade robe.
At this moment, at the palace gate, Liu Muyuan led his men to detain all the officials who opposed them, while letting those who supported them pass.
The capital city has fallen into chaos, and everyone knows that the only way to save their lives in this turmoil is to obey orders.
Murong Yun carefully adjusted her clothes again, her expression full of smug satisfaction.
The Empress Dowager, her face filled with grief and anger, was forced to wear the phoenix robe. Despite her elaborate attire, she could not hide her deep reluctance. She glared at Murong Yun and said through gritted teeth, "Murong Yun, you will regret what you have done today!"
"Mother, I will never regret it." Murong Yun's eyes were cold and crazed as she stared directly at the Empress Dowager. "Things have come to this point, so I am going all in. Today, there is only success, and there is absolutely no possibility of failure. If you do not want the palace to become a sea of blood and your three precious grandsons to be slaughtered, then you should obediently submit to me and stop making futile struggles."
At this point, she had been consumed by lust for power, and she could no longer listen to any advice.
The Empress Dowager was extremely anxious and still tried to make a final stand, only wanting to delay Yun Xiyue's court appearance. "Yun'er, it's not too late to turn back now. I will definitely plead with the Emperor to protect you and ensure that you are not punished. As long as you repent and let those children and Madam Yun go, I can even guarantee that the Liu family will not be implicated in the slightest."
The Empress Dowager spoke earnestly and sincerely, hoping to awaken even a sliver of conscience in Murong Yun's heart.
Murong Yun suddenly sneered, "Mother, I have just received news that Grand Tutor Zhou has passed away." She paused, a twisted smugness appearing on her face, "That's right, it was I who sent someone to assassinate him!"
Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager was struck dumb, nearly choked on her breath, and swayed as if she were about to faint.
To her, Grand Tutor Zhou was no ordinary subject; he was a comrade-in-arms who fought alongside her, a benefactor who supported her in times of trouble, and a close friend who knew and accompanied her.
The old Grand Tutor devoted his life to serving the country, working tirelessly for the Great Xia court until his death.
"You...you..." The Empress Dowager's eyes widened in anger, her trembling finger pointing at Murong Yun. She staggered forward, raising her hand as if to strike, hoping to awaken her daughter who was blinded by her inner demons.
Murong Yun suddenly shoved the Empress Dowager away, causing the Empress Dowager to stumble and fall to the ground.
"This is not my fault. He is too old and no longer of great use. General Xiao was also injured, but fortunately he did not die. It can only be said that Grand Tutor Zhou was unlucky and his fate was sealed. I did not intend to take their lives at first." Murong Yun laughed wildly, her laughter echoing in the palace, revealing endless madness and ruthlessness.
"Hmph, they can only blame themselves for being blind and ungrateful!" she said viciously.
The Empress Dowager was devastated and collapsed into a chair, her body limp. She never imagined that her life's scheming would end like this.
After catching her breath, she raised her eyes and stared at Murong Yun, saying resolutely, "I want to see the three princes and Lady Yun. If I cannot see them, I would rather die on the spot."