Princess Huan narrowed her phoenix eyes, scrutinizing the young girl standing before her with a respectful bow. A flicker of suspicion crossed her gaze as she said coldly, "I wonder, where exactly has Third Miss Fu been just now?"
Fu Yingzhi replied respectfully, "In reply to Your Highness, I was in the gardens earlier, admiring the flowers, when I happened upon Prince Jing. As we were conversing, we suddenly saw Prince Huan rushing past, looking flustered, and mentioning that something had gone wrong in the inner quarters. Prince Jing and I followed Prince Huan here."
Princess Huan turned her gaze toward the two Princes. Seeing their expressions remained composed, and noting Prince Huan’s slight nod in her direction, her expression softened.
Chapter 33