Chapter 31 Royal Turmoil. Qian Renxue, Standing Undefeated
Because once the relationship between Dugu Bo and Xue Qinghe breaks down, the biggest beneficiary will be him, Xue Luochuan!
Therefore, the prime suspect in the poisoning of the Third Prince Xue Haicang is Xue Luochuan!
Xue Luochuan knew perfectly well that he hadn't done this, so the mastermind behind it was either Xue Beng or Xue Qinghe.
The most likely explanation is that Xue Qinghe did it himself!
The Fourth Prince, Xue Beng, is only six years old this year. He probably doesn't have the guts to kill the Third Prince, but that doesn't mean the people behind Xue Beng wouldn't dare to do so. Then we'll see him and Xue Qinghe fight like the snipe and the clam.
'When the snipe and the clam fight, the fisherman profits...'
Xue Luochuan murmured these words to himself, his mind racing as he pondered the future development of this matter.
First, by successfully framing Dugu Bo, Dugu Bo will become irreconcilably opposed to the Heaven Dou Empire! Then Xue Luochuan will become the biggest beneficiary! At that time, although some people in the court may suspect that he did it, as long as there is no evidence, such suspicions will not matter.
Second, to clear Dugu Bo's name. Then, someone must take the blame for poisoning the Third Prince and sowing discord between Dugu Bo and Xue Qinghe! At that time, I will be forced to take the blame without gaining any benefit whatsoever.
Third, this matter remains unclear and will likely be left unresolved. I will still be the prime suspect!
The more Xue Luochuan thought about it, the more he felt that he had to take the blame for killing the Third Prince and framing Dugu Bo!
Therefore, to maximize their own interests, they must confirm that Dugu Bo poisoned the Third Prince! Furthermore, they must damage the relationship between Dugu Bo and Xue Qinghe; otherwise, he will not only lose his chance at the throne of the Heaven Dou Empire, but may also face certain death!
'Damn it! Is it really that easy to confirm that Dugu Bo poisoned his third brother?'
Xue Luochuan cursed inwardly, glancing at Xue Qinghe's indignant face. He thought, 'This was clearly a premeditated attack. How easy will it be to find out the truth?! More likely, the final result will be... Dugu Bo is innocent! There might even be evidence pointing to me! No! This matter must be left unresolved!'
After Xue Luochuan understood these things, he wanted to define the matter as: let it go!
The fact that it ended without a resolution was the best outcome Xue Luochuan could imagine.
Xue Luochuan squinted at Xue Qinghe, thinking to himself, 'Big brother really doesn't hold back until he strikes, then he takes Third Brother's life and simultaneously suppresses me! What a cunning scheme!'
So, after secretly harboring hatred for Xue Qinghe, Xue Luochuan quickly cupped his hands and said, "Father, leave the matter of my third brother to me. I will definitely find out the truth about my third brother's death and clear Your Majesty's name!"
However!
Just after Xue Luochuan finished speaking, before Emperor Xue Ye could speak, Xue Qinghe said sadly, "Father, Mother, let's go see our third brother first."
Boom~
Upon hearing Xue Qinghe's concern for the Third Prince, Xue Haicang, Xue Luochuan felt as if struck by lightning. He instantly understood that Xue Qinghe was playing the family card: "The man is dead. Aren't you going to go see him one last time? Are you still thinking about fighting?!"
Xue Luochuan felt utterly devastated; he had fallen behind Xue Qinghe once again!
"Quick! Go check on your third brother!"
Emperor Xue Ye's steps were somewhat unsteady as he walked towards the palace gates. When he passed Dugu Bo, he suddenly stopped and said, "Your Majesty Dugu, please return to your residence to rest. I, Heaven Dou, will surely clear Your Majesty's name! Men, escort Poison Douluo back to his residence!"
The engagement banquet ended hastily. Ning Fengzhi and the others didn't get involved, just enjoyed a bit of gossip, and then quietly went back.
Back at the Dugu residence.
Dugu Yan asked worriedly, "Grandpa, you didn't kill the Third Prince, did you?"
"Hahaha~~ Yan'er, why would Grandpa kill the Third Prince? Don't worry, this is an internal struggle within the royal family, it has nothing to do with us."
After saying this, Dugu Bo sighed, "Royal infighting is truly cruel! Life-or-death crises are commonplace! The dignified Third Prince has become a pawn! And a discarded one at that!"
It is said that the imperial court is ruthless, and this saying also applies to the fantasy world.
"Oh, as long as it wasn't Grandpa who did it, it's fine." Dugu Yan easily believed Dugu Bo's words.
After Dugu Yan went to rest, Dugu Bo frowned and asked, "Lin'er, do you think Qian Renxue really did this?"
"Pretty close!"
Dugu Lin nodded seriously, then explained, "I remember the Second Prince died a year later, and the Third Prince died at the age of sixteen... But now, because of our interference, causing my sister and Qian Renxue to marry, things have taken a slight turn for the worse... Grandfather, I believe these deviations are within the normal range of change! The Third Prince was definitely killed by Qian Renxue!"
"Hmm." Dugu Bo stroked his beard, acknowledging the statement.
Dugu Lin continued, "Grandpa, I've analyzed the Third Prince's death several times, and I've realized that no matter how things develop, as long as Qian Renxue's actions are clean and no evidence is found, she will still profit!"
Dugu Lin was confident that he could find out if Qian Renxue was responsible! Because in the original story, Qian Renxue killed two princes without any evidence being found. If it was just suspicion, it wouldn't have any impact whatsoever.
"Hmm~~" Dugu Bo gave a long "hmm" and then asked, "Since it was Qian Renxue who did it, what should we do next?"
After pondering for a long time, Dugu Lin said, "We will do nothing! One word: wait!"
"Do nothing?" Dugu Bo thought for a moment, his furrowed brows finally relaxing, and he agreed, "That makes sense."
Dugu Lin laughed and said, "Qian Renxue has just married my sister, so she will definitely tie us to her chariot! She won't abandon us so easily! She must have made thorough preparations before killing the Third Prince! She certainly won't let the blame fall on you, Grandpa, as it would be of no benefit to her. Even if it's proven that you poisoned the Third Prince, so what? Grandpa, you are a Title Douluo! You can kill until only Title Douluos remain in the entire Heaven Dou Empire... Oh, right, the Heaven Dou Empire doesn't have any Title Douluos! You can wipe out the entire Heaven Dou Empire!"
"Hahaha~~" Dugu Bo laughed heartily with satisfaction, in a very good mood.
Qian Renxue had planned everything perfectly, and her side was now in an invincible position, able to attack or defend as needed!
The future is bright!
As they talked, Dugu Lin changed the subject and asked, "Grandpa, let's not worry about this anymore. Let's talk about my sister's future husband instead!"
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