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The main hall was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop.
Wang Degui was completely dumbfounded.
Why would Ning Meiren do this?
It was originally none of her business, but if Shun Pin were to suffer any harm, she would lose her own life as well.
To protect Tang Meiren, Ning Meiren risked her life.
What a loyal friend!
Helian Qi stared at the kneeling woman before him for a long time before slowly saying, “Since you are willing to guarantee it with your life, then I entrust Shun Pin’s safety to you. If Shun Pin gives birth smoothly, I will reward you for your service. If any unforeseen circumstances arise, your life…”
“I am at Your Majesty’s mercy.” Ning Wanyin replied decisively.
Helian Qi was genuinely surprised.
In truth, he didn’t think that Shun Pin’s matter had much to do with Ning Wanyin.
It was simply a matter of equally suspecting everyone in the palace.
But Ning Wanyin was willing to risk her life to save Tang Miaoling, so he was certain that even if Tang Miaoling was the one who did it today, Ning Wanyin would be completely unaware of it.
As long as Ning Wanyin did her best, he wouldn’t truly blame her if anything unexpected happened later.
After all, even though he tried his best to protect her, Shun Pin still got into trouble.
Ning Wanyin isn’t a goddess; how could she guarantee that everything would go perfectly?
“Wang Degui, give the order to Shu Fei to confine Tang Miaoling to her residence and not to torture her.” Helian Qi instructed his attendant.
Then he looked at Ning Wanyin: “You may leave. From now on, Shun Pin will be in your care.”
“Thank you, Your Majesty!” Ning Wanyin bowed in gratitude.
…
Back to the warm pavilion—
Lian Rui said anxiously, “Your Highness, Shun Pin is only two months pregnant and has already had two accidents. Who knows how many more will happen in the future? How can you take on such a hot potato…”
“If I don’t say this, how can I dispel His Majesty’s doubts? And how can I stop those with ulterior motives from taking advantage of my misfortune and dragging me down?” Ning Wanyin said calmly.
“If Shu Fei tortures Tang Miaoling, she will surely accuse me of instigating it. While her one-sided testimony won’t discredit me, His Majesty will definitely become suspicious of me…”
“Even if I abuse my power for personal gain, bully the concubines, or interfere in politics, His Majesty might not want to kill me. But the imperial heir is clearly His Majesty’s Achilles’ heel. I can’t let him harbor murderous intent toward me.”
Lian Rui asked worriedly, “But…but what if… What will you do then?”
“As long as His Majesty believes that I had no intention of harming her, as long as I do my best, even if something unexpected happens, His Majesty will show leniency.” Ning Wanyin said slowly.
Lian Rui couldn’t understand for a moment. Right now, her master is only a suspect, yet His Majesty might already be plotting to kill her. But if Shun Pin really did get into trouble under her care, would His Majesty really show leniency?
What kind of logic is this?
It’s very simple; Ning Wanyin gains Helian Qi’s trust through this action.
In Helian Qi’s eyes, she is someone who will risk her life to protect Shun Pin. Why kill such a person?
“This is already the best outcome. First, it prevents me from being dragged into this, thus dispelling His Majesty’s suspicions. Second, it protects Tang Miaoling. Third, it allows me to gain some experience in protecting a pregnancy.”
Ning Wanyin calmly analyzed the pros and cons of the matter.
Then she paused and added: “After returning to the palace, I still want to see Tang Miaoling to find out what really happened.”
…
After Ning Wanyin pleaded for Tang Miaoling, the Emperor placed Tang Miaoling under house arrest.
In no time, the news of the enchantress bewitching the Emperor’s heart spread like wildfire throughout the imperial court and the inner palace.
“My lady, have you heard? Shu Fei arrested Tang Miaoling and was about to torture her, but Ning Shi went to plead for her, and the Emperor actually spared her from torture, only imprisoning her.” Shi’er said indignantly.
“Even when someone plots to harm the imperial heir, His Majesty turns a blind eye. He’s truly infatuated…”
Song Qingzhi’s eyes were filled with sorrow. “His Majesty’s favoritism toward her is obvious to everyone. Even if she killed someone, he would still protect her.”
Wen Baolin, who was also preparing to return to the palace, also heard the news.
“Father is right. Ning Wanyin is so favored; I should befriend her. Moreover, she pleaded for Tang Miaoling, which shows she is a loyal person. If she treats me as a sister, I will have one more helper in the palace in the future.”
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