CHAPTER 487: CHAPTER 487: THE PRINCE CONSORT DIES SUDDENLY

This means that the Mid-Autumn Festival is also approaching.

And all of this, it’s time to bring it to an end.

The collapse started with the sudden death of the Prince Consort.

The day the news arrived, Hui Xian was quite surprised.

Firstly, because she hadn’t expected the death report to come so quickly.

Secondly, she thought that such a handy scapegoat dying, could there have been an accident?

After all, the Prince Consort had a cough, initially just a minor ailment.

Later, she found an opportunity to start giving the Prince Consort heavy medicine.

Over time, naturally, it became an incurable disease.

Poor Prince Consort, until his death, never knew that his bedfellow had schemed against him so much he couldn’t even keep his life.

And all of this was to cover up the secret of her having the Daoist refine the Elixir of Immortality.

To indulge in the delusional ambition of ascending the throne as Emperor.

That’s all.

Yet, it’s undeniable, since the Prince Consort is dead, she must return to the Princess Mansion for the funeral.

She instructed Ruomei beside her.

"Pack the luggage, we’re returning to the Princess Mansion."

"Yes."

But before going, I have to perform a play in front of the Empress Dowager.

Thus, she specially applied some medicine to her eyes, which quickly became red and swollen and incessantly teary.

Afterward, with her spirits lost and a sobbing tone, she rushed to the courtyard where the Empress Dowager was.

Today’s sun was not scorching, hence the Empress Dowager was enjoying flowers under the corridor.

Beside her was Nanny Wen attending.

The tranquility of the master and servant was interrupted by a cry.

Only to see Princess Hui Xian, crazily rushing in.

Immediately kneeling and crying.

"Mother, the Prince Consort is gone..."

That earnest voice, truly moving to hear.

If not for the Empress Dowager having long known Hui Xian’s deeds, she might really be deceived by her pretentious act.

Even now, she is still relentless.

Indeed, she has never truly regarded her mother.

Thinking of this, the Empress Dowager’s heart was unsettled.

But considering the Emperor’s plans, she could only suppress her feelings.

Promptly said.

"Go, assist the Princess up. Also, prepare the carriage, I shall go with the Princess."

"Yes!"

Upon hearing this, Feng Enhai immediately responded.

He turned back to prepare.

Soon, everything was ready.

Hui Xian cried uncontrollably, so the Empress Dowager had her supported to stand.

They then hurried towards the traveling palace’s gates.

The Empress Dowager’s carriage and the Princess’s carriage both rushed back at the fastest speed.

In no time, they appeared in front of Princess Hui Xian’s Mansion.

At this moment, quite a crowd had already gathered in front of the gate.

Everyone craning their necks to look ahead, afraid of missing anything.

"Empress Dowager arrives, Eldest Princess arrives."

Feng Enhai shouted loudly, many of the people were already there for the spectacle at the Princess Mansion’s entrance.

Now they gathered even closer.

But the accompanying Imperial Guard immediately stepped forward to disperse the crowd, allowing the carriages to pass.

Once the vehicles came to a halt.

The Empress Dowager solemnly descended from the carriage, gazing at the few large characters of the Princess Mansion.

A moment of reluctance flashed, but quickly rationality overcame everything.

She strode forward.

Meanwhile, Hui Xian was assisted off the carriage.

Upon seeing the white lanterns hanging high at the entrance.

She staggered on her feet, nearly losing her balance.

If not for Ruomei’s quick eyes and hands supporting her, she might have fallen to the ground.

"Princess, be careful!"

Princess Hui Xian’s body softened, leaning against Ruomei.

Then, with tears streaming, cried out loudly.

"Prince Consort! You left me alone in this world, what shall I do in the future?"

This scene indeed made many of the surrounding citizens feel lament.

The sudden demise of the Prince Consort, truly burdened this virtuous Eldest Princess.

But what can be done?

The dead cannot be brought back to life.

May she break free from this grief soon enough.

"Escort the Princess inside."

"Yes."

With a command from the Empress Dowager, none dared disobey.

Though she knew well that this was all just pretended.

Yet for the dignity of the Imperial Family, a lot must still be concealed within the mansion.

Hence, a group of people flooded into the gates of the Princess Mansion.

Upon entering, the Empress Dowager carefully examined.

This Princess Mansion compared to Hui Yue’s Princess Mansion, appeared somewhat shabby.

There was less gold and jade, more evergreen pines.

It brings a sense of relaxation upon entering.

But such a place is also hiding countless filth.

It truly is amusing.

Behind her, Hui Xian was supported by Ruomei, crying as she walked.

Quite heartbroken.

Yet, every step taken by the Empress Dowager at the front was resolute.

Everyone arrived at the main hall, seeing the Prince Consort already laid in a coffin.

He never had the appearance of longevity, so the coffin was always prepared.

The setup of the mourning hall proceeded methodically.

Everyone dressed in mourning clothes, faces filled with grief.

Seeing this, the Empress Dowager could not help but sigh heavily.

Recalling the moment she betrothed him to Hui Xian.

Feeling immeasurable regret.

If only she had discovered sooner, would he not have left so young?

But thinking is futile, ultimately it’s all empty.

Because the Empress Dowager quickly noticed, two children kneeling before the spirit.

Princess Hui Xian and the Prince Consort had a son and a daughter.

Now both around eight or nine years old.

Their eyes red, clad in white.

Particularly heart-wrenching to see.

Upon seeing the Empress Dowager and their mother return, the tears they had been holding back could not be contained.

Immediately stood and dashed forward, throwing themselves into the Empress Dowager’s arms.

"Grand Empress Dowager, Mother."

The son and the daughter both cried like tearful figures.

For them, losing their father at such a young age was indeed an unbearable event.

Seeing this, the Princess felt guilt for a moment.

After all, her own children were affected by her machinations.

But the sadness is fleeting, immortality is forever.

Once she enjoys the lifespan of heaven and earth, she will overthrow this regime and ascend herself.

By then, all in the world will belong to her.

The children too can benefit.

No more mere Princess’s offspring, unvalued, without opportunities.

Thinking of this, a trace of pride and longing flashed in her eyes.

But it soon disappeared.

Seeing the Empress Dowager comfort the two children, as a mother, she couldn’t ignore.

Thus she pretended to be weak yet attempt to uphold the household.

While wiping her tears, she spoke to the steward.

"The Prince Consort died unexpectedly, have the news been sent to the necessary families?"

"Sent, sent. Rest assured, Princess, I’ve arranged everything. Just that the Empress Dowager’s visit, how should it be arranged?"

The steward apparently hadn’t expected the nation’s Empress Dowager to come with the Princess.

Merely a Prince Consort, he never seemed close to the Empress Dowager.

Why has she come today?

Before he could derive an answer, Princess Hui Xian first arranged.

"Send Mother to the Fuguang Pavilion first. She’s tired from rushing back with me, let the children accompany her there. I shall handle everything here."