Reborn to Become A Queen: The Real Heiress's Comeback
Chapter 503: Arresting People

Chapter 503: Chapter 503: Arresting People

In front of the General Mansion, Si Yuzhang led his men to the gates of the mansion. His eyes were cold as he ordered, "Go in and arrest all the members of the Zhan Family!"

"Yes, sir!"

...

Emperor Qingwu anxiously awaited news from Si Yuzhang in the Imperial Study Room.

Si Yuzhang, deathly pale, entered the palace, "Your Majesty, the Zhan Family has long since fled, their whereabouts unknown."

Si Yuzhang had led people into the Zhan Family’s premises, only to find that besides the servants tasked with daily cleaning and procurement, not a single member of the Zhan Family was present.

Si Yun was stunned; it seemed the Zhan Family had anticipated this.

"What about the Regent Prince Mansion? Could they be there?"

"The Xingtian Department guards the Regent Prince Mansion; no one dares to enter!"

Finished, Si Yuzhang added, "With their guard, it’s impenetrable. It appears Mu Yan was prepared all along. The treacherous ambitions of him and the Zhan Family are evident!" Si Yuzhang exclaimed angrily.

Si Yun’s heartbeat quickened, as if something was pressing down on his chest, making him uneasy, "Does the Imperial Uncle have any other ideas?"

Si Yuzhang nodded, "Your Majesty, the Western Rong has already been extinguished. The only strategy now is to instigate conflicts with either Beiyue or Eastern Wei to keep the Zhan Family Army occupied and prevent their return to Ding’an City!"

Si Yun’s eyes darkened, "Eastern Wei is difficult to deal with; let’s use the Zhan Family and Mu Yan against Beiyue instead!"

"Your Majesty, I will proceed with this matter immediately." Si Yuzhang departed respectfully.

Once he left the palace, ambition immediately filled his eyes.

He had cultivated many spies for a long time, and now they would finally come into play.

As long as he spreads the news that the Zhan Family Army plans to attack Beiyue, the army will have to keep busy, helping Si Yun conquer Beiyue’s territories.

By then, when the Zhan Family Army and Mu Yan succeed, it will be his time to cast aside Si Yun and depose him from the throne!

Si Yuzhang’s eyes turned merciless; he wanted more than just the trust of Emperor Qingwu; he desired the empire of the Si Family.

How could he not hate Emperor Xuanwu for treating him like this!

Even if he never had offspring in this lifetime, he would still sit on the throne once, to taste the flavor of being emperor, or else he would die with regrets!

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Regent Prince Mansion.

Qin Shuang looked worriedly at Chu Yin, "Yin’er, are you okay?"

Chu Yin smiled brightly, "Mother, you don’t need to worry about me. I am a doctor; I know my own health."

Qin Shuang handed over a hand warmer, looking at Chu Yin with heartache, "Child, I’ve made you suffer along with us."

Chu Yin took the hand warmer, "Mother, it’s alright. We can still receive protection from Zhan Lan and the Regent King in Ding’an City. They suffer more in battle than we do."

Qin Shuang poured Chu Yin a cup of warm water, pushing the white porcelain cup towards her, "Yin’er, I’m relieved you think this way."

"Xiao Tao, Qiuyue!" Qin Shuang called them over.

"Lady." Xiao Tao and Qiuyue respectfully saluted Qin Shuang.

"Accompany the young madam to play pai gow."

"Yes, Lady!"

Qiuyue and Xiao Tao exchanged a glance, knowing that the young madam was pregnant, and the first three months were precarious. They silently agreed to ensure the young madam won a few rounds to distract her and ease her worries.

Qin Shuang’s gentle and meticulous nature made her an excellent mother-in-law. Recently, Chu Yin found herself increasingly at ease with her.

Previously, as a young lady at home, she acted capriciously, but now, on the verge of becoming a mother, she has gained much understanding of the role.

Once a woman becomes a mother, she truly grows, gains concerns, soft spots, and more understanding and wisdom.

Listening to the laughter resonating from the three playing pai gow in the room, Qin Shuang’s lips curved into a smile.

Zhan Rui and Zhan Heng were playing with dogs in the courtyard.

Qin Shuang felt reassured seeing the Iron Armor Guard by their side.

As she walked, she saw Bai Chen.

"Greetings, Lady Zhan." Bai Chen approached, nodding to Qin Shuang.

Qin Shuang smiled, "The Princely Heir need not be so formal."

"Before my elder brother left for Western Rong, he instructed me to ensure your relocation here if necessary. Are you accustomed to living here?"

Qin Shuang nodded, "Yes, I am accustomed, thanks to the Princely Heir personally bringing us here."

Her daughter and son-in-law always considered everything thoroughly. Since Zhan Xinzhang, Zhan Beicang, Zhan Lan, and Zhan Hui went to the border, Zhan Lan arranged for protection for them.

Yesterday, Qin Ming, who guards them, informed her that someone had been secretly watching the General Mansion, and they needed to be ready to leave Ding’an City, also arranged by Zhan Lan.

On the same day, Bai Chen personally brought them to the Regent Prince Mansion, which seemed safer.

Bai Chen smiled faintly, "Lady, you’re too kind. During these turbulent times, my mother and I are also at the Regent Prince Mansion. If you need anything, please feel free to ask."

Qin Shuang expressed her gratitude to Bai Chen, "Thank you, Princely Heir."

After Qin Shuang left, Bai Chen entered the room, seeing Liu Xi massaging his mother’s temples.

Prince Zhen Nan’s wife, a woman just over forty, still exuded elegance and warmth in her features.

Upon seeing Bai Chen, Prince Zhen Nan’s wife gently said, "Chen’er, thanks to Miss Liu Xi, my headache isn’t as severe. You must properly thank her."

Liu Xi ceased her activity, modestly saying, "Princess, I just learned some headache relief methods from my uncle. You needn’t be so formal."

Prince Zhen Nan’s wife gently patted Liu Xi’s hand, "I heard you are the daughter of a County Magistrate; no need to call yourself a maid. Thank you, I’m feeling much better."

Liu Xi glanced up, seeing Bai Chen’s persistent gaze. She shyly lowered her head, "Princess, you should rest more."

Saying this, she excused herself, and as she passed by Bai Chen, his eyes remained on her, causing Liu Xi to hasten her steps uncomfortably.

As Liu Xi’s figure vanished from the Princess’s sight, the Princess got up and teasingly poked Bai Chen’s forehead with her finger.

"You, so dense. After all this time, has Miss Liu agreed to marry you yet?"

Bai Chen playfully hooked his mother’s arm, "Mother, I won’t marry anyone but her. If you want a grandchild, you need to help your son out!"

Prince Zhen Nan’s wife looked at her son with disdain, "I’ve even feigned illness to help you, what more do you want from me!"

"Take it slow; I’m not in a hurry." Bai Chen’s demeanor grew more serious.

Observing the worry on Bai Chen’s face, Prince Zhen Nan’s wife asked, "This smitten fool, are you finally worried about your elder brother?"