The Enchanting Imperial Concubine (Book 2)

Chapter 303 - A Step Too Late

"Help you?" Ye Yun let out a cold laugh. "What makes you think I would help you?"

"Because I have evidence that can bring down Fang Xiurong," Su Jieyu replied without a second thought.

Ye Yun slightly narrowed her eyes, not rushing to answer her.

After taking a bite of rice cake, she said lightly, "You claim to have evidence, but how do I know it's true? How can I trust you?"

"To ask for someone's help, one can't just talk empty words. You need to present something substantial," Ye Yun raised her eyebrow.

Su Jieyu swallowed hard, her gaze flickering, clearly hesitant to reveal her cards.

Just as Ye Yun said, while Ye Yun was cautious about trusting her, Su Jieyu was equally wary of trusting Ye Yun.

After all, she was well aware of her own guilt regarding that child.

Noticing Su Jieyu's hesitation, Ye Yun chuckled lightly.

"You don't need to worry too much. Right now, there's a war at the borders. Your brother and relatives are on the battlefield against the Liaos. I won't do anything to you. With the Zhasake family backing you, the Emperor wouldn't easily act against you either."

This statement somewhat reassured Su Jieyu.

Indeed, even though she herself wasn't favored, her family background was not to be underestimated.

After sorting through her thoughts, Su Jieyu spoke seriously, "The reason I became pregnant is that Fang Xiurong gave me a pill, claiming it would ensure conception. Eager to make a name for myself, I took it, and I truly became pregnant afterward."

At this point, Su Jieyu's expression darkened, and she unconsciously placed her hand over her abdomen.

"But later, I was suddenly told that the child wouldn't survive. The Imperial physician said it wasn't due to the pill, but that Physician Hu is from the Yao family, and I don't trust him. However, at that time, there was no way to save the child. So... I listened to Yao Shi's words and joined forces with her, intending to harm Yi Shunrong."

After a pause, she added softly, "Actually, I initially wanted to plot against you, but I couldn't find an opening, so I had to change my target. But in the end, it still didn't succeed."

These pieces of information were mostly educated guesses made by Ye Yun at the beginning. So today, Su Jieyu's words merely confirmed her suspicions and didn't provide any substantial evidence.

To put it plainly, it all came down to empty words, lacking persuasive power.

Moreover, at that time, the Emperor likely knew about the connection to Yao Shi; otherwise, he wouldn't have punished her.

Seeing Ye Yun's silence, Su Jieyu became anxious.

"Humbly, I assure you, what I said is no exaggeration. Please believe me!"

"I naturally believe you, but in the end, you have no proof. Do you want me to go to the Emperor armed only with your words?" Ye Yun feigned helplessness.

Su Jieyu lowered her head in thought, then stood up. "I still have a pill left. I was worried it might not work, so Yao gave me two pills. I'll have someone deliver one to you shortly."

"If that's the case, you can go back for now," Ye Yun replied.

Su Jieyu bowed and then left.

Once she was gone, Huiyue approached. "Does Xiuyi want to help her? I don't think she's a good person."