The Duke's Daughter is Reborn

Chapter 456 Confrontation (2)

Since she knew the whole story of today's incident very well, Mother Rong knew the crux of the problem. She led Aunt Yin and Yang He to the old lady's yard without hesitation.

As soon as she entered the courtyard, Yang He's attention was attracted by the three embroiderers kneeling on the ground.

Her heart suddenly tightened and her face turned pale in an instant. An indescribable panic surged into her heart, making her involuntarily show panic. Could it be that the matter was exposed so quickly?

In comparison, Aunt Yin's reaction was much calmer.

At first, she was puzzled by the old lady's sudden summons, but when she saw Yang He seemed uneasy all the way, she began to suspect. She wondered if Yang He had done something shameful behind her back during this period of time.

When Aunt Yin stepped into the room, she caught a glimpse of the angry faces of the old lady and Xu, as well as the pitiful look of the Third Miss beside them. Her guess was immediately confirmed.

It goes without saying that Yang He must have done something behind the scenes because she was jealous of Yang Qi's entry into the palace.

As expected, when Aunt Yin and Yang He walked into the room, the old lady's anger was instantly ignited.

Her eyes widened, her face full of anger, and she shouted at them, "Kneel down!"

This sudden scolding was like a thunder, exploding in Yang He's ears.

She was so frightened by the old lady's harsh words that she trembled all over. Without any hesitation, she fell to her knees with a plop.

Mother Rong had been with the old lady for many years and was very considerate. She knew that this was done by Bicao. Ignoring Yang He's attempt to stop her in the yard, she had Bicao taken to the upper house.

Aunt Yin saw that the atmosphere in the room was not right, so she bravely asked, "I wonder why the old lady called me and the fifth young lady to the upper room?"

Looking at Aunt Yin's expression, Yang Qi's doubts grew deeper.

She stared at Aunt Yin, only to see that her face was pale and her eyes were flickering, as if she was afraid to look Yang Qi in the eye.

Yang Qi couldn't help but think of Aunt Yin in his previous life. She had always been a thoughtful and cautious person. She always thought twice before doing anything and never took risks easily.

However, what happened today was very different from Aunt Yin's previous style of doing things. This matter was handled so hastily and roughly, which was totally unlike the decision Aunt Yin would make. Yang Qi couldn't help but wonder, is there any other hidden story behind this?

Just as Yang Qi was thinking to himself, the old lady snorted coldly, breaking the silence. Everyone's eyes were focused on the old lady, who looked gloomy and had a hint of displeasure in her eyes. Before the old lady could speak, Xu couldn't help but said, "Isn't it too late to pretend to be innocent now? You..."

Xu's words were like a sharp sword, stabbing straight at Yang He and Aunt Yin.

However, before she could finish her words, she was suddenly interrupted by the old lady. The old lady glanced at Xu coldly and said sternly: "Drag Bicao, the slave, away and interrogate her!"

The old lady's voice was so majestic and powerful that no one dared to disobey her.

Seeing this, Xu had no choice but to shut her mouth and say no more.

Bicao looked at the two maids walking towards her in horror. Her body trembled uncontrollably, as if the two maids were evil spirits from hell. She desperately crawled forward, trying to crawl to Yanghe and beg Miss Five to save her.

"Miss Fifth, Miss Fifth, save me!" Bicao's voice was filled with fear and despair. Her tears flowed out like a flood that broke through a dam, making her already pale face look even more haggard.

Yang He looked at Bicao and quickly moved his kneeling body back, as if Bicao was extremely dirty, let alone pleading for Bicao.

However, Xu, seeing Bicao's fearful and horrified expression, couldn't help but feel sorry for her, and looked down on Yang He's indifference.

Everyone present could see that Bicao was acting on Yang He's orders.

Otherwise, why would she, a maid, attack the young lady in the mansion? It would not benefit her at all.

Now, when the truth is about to be exposed, Bicao's master is avoiding Bicao.

The two old women ignored Bicao's cry for help. They walked to Bicao with expressionless faces. One of them directly covered Bicao's mouth with her hand, making her unable to make any sound.

The other old woman grabbed Bicao's collar mercilessly and dragged her out of the house like a dead dog.

As Bicao's figure disappeared at the door, the room fell into dead silence.

Yang Qi stared at the scene blankly, with an indescribable sadness welling up in his heart.

For some reason, when Yang Qi saw Bicao's miserable appearance, Yang He's evasive look, and the old lady's indifferent look, she suddenly remembered the scene in her previous life when she was wrongly accused in Han Mansion.

At that time, she was so isolated and helpless that she could not defend herself no matter how others framed and tortured her.

Now, watching Bicao being dragged away, she seemed to see herself in her past life. The feeling of helplessness and despair surged into her heart again, making her face turn even paler.

Xu had been paying attention to Yang Qi's expression. When she saw that Yang Qi's face became so ugly, her heart couldn't help but tighten.

She quickly reached out and grabbed Yang Qi's hand, patted it gently, and signaled Yang Qi not to get too excited.

At the same time, she nodded silently to Yang Qi, comforting her and telling her not to worry.

The old lady also noticed Yang Qi's discomfort and fear, but she just thought that Yang Qi was frightened by what happened today. After all, which girl in the boudoir doesn't care about her skin and appearance?

Moreover, if Yang He's plan succeeds, Yang Qi will lose face in front of the Queen Mother and all the noble ladies in the capital.

Not to mention, future marriages will be affected, and one might be punished for offending the Queen.

Thinking of this, the old lady slowly turned her gaze to Yang He, her eyes as sharp as a knife, as if they could penetrate her heart.

Yang He's heart tightened. Having grown up in the Duke's Mansion, she knew how sharp the old lady's eyes were. She was probably aware of everything she had done just now.

As expected, the old lady said, "Fifth girl, tell me yourself."

Yang He took a deep breath, calmed herself, then raised her head and met the old lady's gaze. Although her voice was a little trembling, she tried to remain calm and said, "Grandma, I really don't know what happened today.

Did Bicao do something without telling her granddaughter? I hope the grandmother can clear her name."

Aunt Yin looked at the commotion in the house and heard Yang He still crying out for injustice, and she couldn't help but feel anxious.

Not to mention whether Bicao can withstand the old lady's interrogation, just looking at the situation today, it is obvious that Xu, the third young lady and others have obtained evidence and came prepared.

If I cry out for justice now, with so many people in the room, I’m afraid no one will believe me!

But since Aunt Yin really didn't know the ins and outs of the matter, if she spoke rashly, she was afraid that it would make things worse.