Sun Ning was always very efficient in his work, not to mention that it was about Consort Xian, so Sun Ning dared not neglect it. Within an hour, Fu Yuheng's order was conveyed to all the palaces.
After receiving this decree, the reactions of the empresses in the palaces were very different. Those who were on good terms with Shen Qingwan were happy for her, while those in the empress' camp were gritting their teeth in hatred. Xiao Shushen was so angry that she bit her teeth and immediately threw the teacup in her hand to the ground.
Seeing the queen was furious, the maids and eunuchs who were serving around her immediately knelt down in unison. Even Aunt Gui couldn't help but tremble. She stepped forward and said carefully: "Your Majesty, calm down. It's not worth it to get sick in the first place."
Xiao Shushen clenched her hands into fists, her sharp nails digging deep into her flesh, but she was completely unaware. "How ridiculous! Does the emperor think everyone is a fool? That bitch got away with it."
When Aunt Gui heard her mistress was so angry, she broke out in a cold sweat, "Oh, Madam, you dare not say such words carelessly. If someone with ulterior motives hears it, the emperor will misunderstand again."
"Misunderstanding?" Xiao Shushen sneered, "He doesn't care what I say or do, so how can there be any misunderstanding?"
Nanny Gui sighed deeply and said nothing more. She ordered someone to clean the floor and helped Xiao Shushen to rest.
Shen Qingwan was reading in the room when Lianyun rushed in, her pretty young face full of unconcealed joy and excitement. Looking up at her, Shen Qingwan said helplessly, "What's wrong, Lianyun, why are you so happy?"
"My queen, the imperial guards outside are retreating!"
"Really?" Shen Qingwan put down the book, walked to the yard, and looked outside. Sure enough, the royal guards who had been guarding the door for days had retreated.
Just when Shen Qingwan was puzzled, Sun Ning came in with a smile on her face, "Congratulations, Your Majesty, congratulations, Your Majesty."
Shen Qingwan looked at him in confusion, with a somewhat cold expression, "Why did Eunuch Sun have time to come to my place?"
Sun Ning had long been accustomed to the coldness of Concubine Xian, and still said with a smile: "Concubine Xian may not know yet, but the emperor has cleared her of all grievances, and all the truth has been revealed."
After saying that, he read out Fu Yuheng's imperial edict.
Shen Qingwan knelt on the ground and received the imperial edict, still somewhat unaware of the situation. Instead, Lianyun's excited voice brought her back to reality, "Madam, everything has been investigated clearly, and we are free!"
Shen Qingwan's face was a little heavy, "This must not be that simple. Zi Xin is just a little girl who knows nothing. How could she murder the princess? The real murderer must be someone else."
Lianyun disagreed, and helped Shen Qingwan up and said, "Your Majesty, don't worry so much. Maybe Zi Xin was blinded by the interests for a while. The most important thing is that your ban has been lifted."
Although Shen Qingwan still had some doubts in her heart, she still smiled and nodded.
Lianyun immediately smiled happily, "That's right, Madam, we have finally seen the moon after waiting for so long, we should celebrate."
Shen Qingwan looked at the childish Lianyun and knew that she was only happy for herself, so she agreed to her request, "Okay, how do you want to celebrate?"
"Of course it's a big meal!" Lianyun said excitedly.
After saying that, Lianyun went into the small kitchen to get busy.
Lianyun’s cooking skills have always been good. In a short while, she made a table full of delicious dishes that were very appetizing.
"Your Majesty, come and eat. You have been ill for a long time, and you have been in a bad mood since you recovered. You haven't eaten much in recent days." Lianyun greeted.
Shen Qingwan nodded, thinking that Lianyun was really thoughtful, and sat down at the table. Just after eating a few bites, she saw a small figure rushing in.
Lianyun was startled and was about to speak, but she found out that she was the third princess Fu Lingling, the little girl who accidentally ran into Shen Qingwan's palace a few days ago!
Shen Qingwan was also surprised to see Fu Lingling coming, but she still smiled gently and said, "What's wrong, Third Princess, is there anything you need today?"
Fu Lingling nodded, her naive face full of seriousness. She opened her little hands and showed them to Shen Qingwan as if she was presenting a treasure. It turned out to be a beautiful butterfly.
"Empress Xianfei, this is a gift from me to you. Thank you for not saying anything that day." Fu Lingling raised her little face and said seriously.
Shen Qingwan smiled and touched her head. "Thank you, I like this gift very much. But you can't run around anymore next time, your mother will be worried."
Fu Lingling lowered her head guiltily and whispered, "I understand."
Shen Qingwan felt that this child was not only lovable in appearance, but also had a good personality, which made people feel good about him. "It just so happens that I have already eaten, why don't you stay here with me, Princess?"
Lianyun also smiled and chimed in, "Yes, Third Princess, please stay and eat with us. I am a very good cook."
Fu Lingling stood on tiptoe and looked at the sumptuous dishes on the table. Her big eyes were filled with desire, but she shook her head and said, "No, thank you, Madam Concubine Xian."
Seeing that she was drooling but still refused, Shen Qingwan couldn't help but wonder, "Why? Aren't there any dishes you like here?"
Fu Lingling shook her head. "I have to go back quickly. If I go back later, my mother will scold me again."
As soon as the voice fell, several maids' anxious voices came, "Where are you, Third Princess?"
"Oh no, my mother is here!" Fu Lingling's face was full of regret.
At this time, several maids in the Defei Palace came forward and saluted, "Excuse me, Her Majesty Xianfei, we are sorry for not taking good care of the Third Princess and causing trouble for Her Majesty."
Soon after, Concubine Xian arrived and hugged Fu Lingling, with a mother's anxiety on her face. "You kid, you're running around again. Why are you so disobedient?"
Fu Lingling hugged Concubine De tightly back and said obediently, "I'm sorry, mother. Lingling won't do that again."
De Fei then looked at Shen Qingwan with an apologetic look, and said helplessly: "Sister, I'm sorry, this child of mine has always been naughty and I can't control him. I don't know where he ran away when I wasn't paying attention, and I'm sorry for causing trouble to you."
Shen Qingwan shook her head and touched Fu Lingling's head. "The third princess is as pretty as a jade, smart as ice and snow, and well-behaved and clever. Madam Defei is so blessed."
Concubine De just smiled bitterly and shook her head, calmly changing the subject, "I heard that the emperor has already found out the real murderer who murdered the second princess. My sister, you have been vindicated. Congratulations."
Shen Qingwan smiled politely, "There's no need to congratulate or not, I just have a clear conscience."
The two of them exchanged a few casual pleasantries. Shen Qingwan didn't care at all and invited them to stay for dinner.