Beast World: The Crazy Female Is Chased by Five Beast Husbands - Chapter 25

Li Xuanyue took the opportunity to kneel in the grand hall. “If this matter isn’t thoroughly investigated to clear my name, others might dare to repeat such offenses in the future.”

“Moreover, this concerns the dignity of the Phoenix Clan. The audacity of the rumor-monger suggests they must have powerful backing.”

As she spoke, her gaze deliberately drifted toward Li Qinghe’s direction.

It was almost as if she were pointing directly at Li Qinghe, accusing her of being behind it all.

The stare sent chills down Li Qinghe’s spine.

Why was she looking at her like that?

Did she know she was the one pulling the strings?

Li Xuanyue noted every flicker of unease and anxiety in Li Qinghe’s expression.

Only now did she start to worry?

Wasn’t it a little too late?

A cold smirk curled in Li Xuanyue’s heart.

With just a few words, she had turned the tables shifting from the accused to the victim.

And none of the elders dared to refute her.

They were beginning to realize that the Eldest Princess might truly be enraged by the rumors about her fertility.

Could it be that the accusations were entirely baseless?

The elders couldn’t help but wonder silently.

In the past, while Li Xuanyue had never been particularly courteous to them, she had never been this sharp-tongued either.

But today, she seemed like a completely different person.

Not only ruthless but also decisively bold.

It was unsettling in a way they couldn’t explain.

“Then this matter shall be entrusted to the Third Elder.”

Among the elders, the Third Elder had been the most vocal in his accusations.

Handing the investigation to him was the perfect move.

Let him uncover the truth and lay the results before them all proof of how gravely mistaken they had been.

As for the rumor monger behind this, they were truly despicable.

Once caught, they would face severe punishment.

The Third Elder hadn’t expected this hot potato to land in his hands.

His eyes widened in shock.

What in the world was happening?

He had only come to verify the truth of the matter, not to hunt down the culprit.

Was the Phoenix Empress trying to make him slap his own face?

Li Qinghe, too, hadn’t anticipated things taking this turn.

Panic flashed in her eyes as she looked up at the Phoenix Empress seated on the throne.

“Mother Empress, how can we rely solely on Elder Sister’s words?”

She had finally seized this chance to ruin Li Xuanyue.

How could she let her escape so easily?

“In my opinion, we should summon Imperial Physician Fang to examine Elder Sister. Even if it’s just a rumor, having him check her pulse for reassurance wouldn’t hurt.”

Li Qinghe’s eagerness made it seem as though she could already envision the scene.

Imperial Physician Fang declaring before everyone that Li Xuanyue was infertile.

Shock, disbelief, and above all, fury and outrage.

So what if Li Xuanyue was smug now?

It was only temporary.

Once Imperial Physician Fang arrived, all her little tricks would be exposed.

Li Qinghe’s unwavering confidence amused Li Xuanyue inwardly.

Of course.

Her dear sister never fought a battle she wasn’t certain to win.

In her past life, Li Qinghe had ruined her so thoroughly proof enough of her cunning and ruthlessness.

It was only natural she’d act this confident now.

But when Imperial Physician Fang stood before her and announced the truth.

Would she be able to handle it?

Li Xuanyue was looking forward to that moment.

“It seems my younger sister has some opinions about her elder sister.”

Even if Li Xuanyue could immediately agree to Li Qinghe’s request to summon Physician Fang for diagnosis to dispel the rumors, she had no intention of letting Li Qinghe succeed so easily.

She had to make her pay something.

Only then would Li Qinghe deeply realize that no matter how much scheming she did behind the scenes, it would all be exposed in the end, leaving her to reap what she had sown.

“I’ve already said it’s just a rumor that won’t come true. Why is my sister so eager to have Physician Fang come? Could it be that you doubt me?”

“Do you think I’m lying?”

This precious sister of hers truly wouldn’t give her a moment’s peace.

Though she bore a face of noble indifference, her actions were enough to chill one’s heart completely.

It wasn’t that she hadn’t given her chances it was that she hadn’t treasured them.

Since that was the case, why should she continue to be courteous?

Li Qinghe felt as if ants were crawling all over her under Li Xuanyue’s piercing gaze.

The discomfort was unbearable.

She averted her eyes uneasily and said timidly, “Sister misunderstands. Qinghe only did this out of concern for your health. Please forgive me.”

If Li Xuanyue believed her words, she’d be a fool.

“My health is something I’ve always been mindful of. There’s no need for my sister to worry.”

Li Qinghe was genuinely panicked now. “How can you say that?” she continued with a smile, her tone gentle and persuasive. “This matter concerns not only your health but also the future of the Phoenix Clan.”

“Please reconsider carefully, sister.”

Li Xuanyue lowered her eyes.

So when soft persuasion didn’t work, she resorted to using the future of the Phoenix Clan to morally pressure her, did she?

Truly worthy of being her precious sister her schemes came one after another, each more elaborate than the last.

“Yue’er, why not follow Qinghe’s suggestion and summon Physician Fang.”

At this moment, Li Feng, who had been sitting calmly in the high seat, finally spoke.

Her position of power was no accident she had risen above numerous Phoenix Clan princesses to claim it.

How could she not see that this was a setup?

A glint of triumph flashed in Li Qinghe’s eyes. “Sister, our mother has already spoken. Don’t disappoint everyone’s good intentions.”

The implication was clear: if Li Xuanyue refused to have Physician Fang summoned to the hall for diagnosis, it would prove she had something to hide.

Now, she wanted to see how Li Xuanyue would handle this.

Did she think she could evade this with just a few words?

What a pipe dream.

With her here, such a thing would never happen.

Li Xuanyue noted every bit of Li Qinghe’s smugness, committing it to memory.

She truly hadn’t expected her precious sister to go to such unscrupulous lengths to bring her down.

Since she was so eager, she would let her understand her defeat clearly.

“Since everyone is so concerned about my health, I won’t refuse.”

Li Xuanyue seemed to steel herself before turning to the guards outside the hall and commanding, “Someone, summon Physician Fang for me.”

Li Qinghe stood in the hall, secretly letting out a sigh of relief.

But soon, another wave of tension and excitement surged within her.

Thinking about the unexpected events that would unfold in the hall soon.

For instance, the revelation that Li Xuanyue truly couldn’t bear children.

She couldn’t help but feel like laughing.

My dear sister, it seems your lucky days will end today.

Soon, Imperial Physician Fang arrived at the Hall of Central Harmony under the escort of the guards.

“Your humble servant pays respects to the Phoenix Emperor.”

Despite having mentally prepared himself, Physician Fang couldn’t suppress his nervousness when this moment truly arrived. Even his kneeling form trembled slightly with concealed tension.