The princess regretted it.

Chapter 198 Princess Jiaoyu is critically ill?

Because everyone in Jiaoyu Palace was wary of Concubine Zhang's tactics, those who came to investigate were unable to uncover anything. Some, unwilling to give up, waited outside the palace from a distance. Someone saw the exhausted-looking imperial physician emerge from the palace, and it was reported that Concubine Zhang had been guarding the palace all night and hadn't emerged yet. They speculated that Princess Jiaoyu might be ill.

Thus, the news that Princess Jiaoyu was critically ill and might not live long spread quietly in the palace. Concubine Zhang had been guarding the Jiaoyu Palace and naturally did not know about the rumors outside.

Jin'an already knew what had happened in Jiaoyu Palace, including Cuiguo's death at the hands of Concubine Zhang. The secret guards had reported it immediately this morning. Jin'an, however, didn't sympathize with Cuiguo. After all, as Jiaoyu's personal maid, she'd done a lot for her, and while she'd enjoyed her moments of glory, she'd naturally been aware of the potential risks involved. She simply hadn't expected Jiaoyu to be so timid, and she felt a sudden surge of satisfaction.

Upon hearing rumors of Princess Jiaoyu's critical illness, Hongyu hurried back to tell Jin'an. Jin'an had just taken a sip of tea when she heard the news and nearly spit it out. Unable to contain her laughter, she burst out laughing. "If Concubine Zhang knew about this, I wonder how furious she'd be," Jin'an said with a smile, a sly glint in her eyes.

"However, since the rumor has spread, as his younger sister, I, Yili, should also go to visit him. What should I give him?" Jin An tilted his head slightly, tapping the table lightly with his fingers, looking thoughtful.

When Hongyu heard the princess say she was going to visit Princess Jiaoyu and give her something, she pursed her lips, lowered her head slightly, and thought for a moment. She couldn't help but whisper, "Princess, if Princess Jiaoyu is really in trouble, it wouldn't be appropriate to give her anything at this time. It's best not to appear in front of them to avoid their anger."

Jin An nodded gently, a subtle smile on her lips, a sly glint in her eyes, and she said slowly, "You're right. I'll go with Father. He should have heard the rumors and should go see his daughter." She stood up easily, raised an eyebrow at Han Shuang, and smiled slyly, "Come on, you'll accompany me today."

Han Shuang's eyes lit up, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but curl up. She nodded hurriedly with a look of joy. Then she swiftly took the cloak and put it on Jin An, and followed Jin An out.

Hongyu watched the exchange between her princess and Han Shuang with suspicion, feeling that something was definitely going on. Although she felt a little puzzled, she didn't dwell on it, figuring the princess must have a reason for not speaking. When she finally spoke, she'd know. She was craving Qingli's fried melon seeds, and since Qingli probably hadn't heard the news yet, she briskly headed to the kitchen.

Jin An took Han Shuang to the Imperial Study and saw his father's palanquin along with his second and third brothers. They looked like they had just left court to hear the news; otherwise, how could this be such a coincidence? Jin An quickly stepped forward and saluted, "Your Highness, your son greets you!"

After saying this, he slightly turned sideways, bowed to the Second and Third Princes, and said softly, "Second Brother! Third Brother!"

The Second and Third Princes both bowed in return, "Greetings, Sister Jin'an."

Jin An nodded at them, then turned around with a nervous expression, "Father, did you also hear that my sister is sick?"

Changsun Hongze's brows furrowed, the worry on his face genuine. After all, Jiaoyu was his first daughter. Perhaps it was his favoritism towards Jinan that had led to her current deep concern. However, upon hearing that she was critically ill, he was also deeply worried.

Hearing Jin'an ask this, he nodded slightly, his voice hinting with urgency: "Jin'an, you've also heard the news that your eldest sister is seriously ill, right? Father and your two brothers are planning to go visit her. You can come with us."

Jin Anfu replied "Yes", and then a group of people went to Feiyu Palace in a mighty manner.

Arriving at the Jiaoyu Palace, Eunuch Fuquan hurried forward to help the Emperor dismount from the sedan chair. He was about to announce something when the Emperor waved his hand and hurriedly walked inside. Seeing this, Eunuch Fuquan quickly swallowed his words and hurriedly followed. Jin'an didn't dare to delay either, and followed the Second and Third Princes in at a brisk pace.

The people in Jiaoyu Palace, seeing the group of people rushing in from afar, turned pale with fear and fell to their knees with a thud, not daring to make a sound. The emperor, preoccupied with Jiaoyu's illness, paid no attention to the kneeling palace servants and rushed straight to the main hall.

As soon as he stepped into the main hall, he heard a sharp and angry voice: "It seems that it must be the work of that bitch Jin'an." This was undoubtedly the voice of Concubine Zhang. The resentment and anger in her words seemed to be able to penetrate the air in the hall and pierce straight into everyone.