Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 797 - 633: Countering with a Plot

Yin Kun pondered for a moment and agreed on this point.

Even if these people failed to assassinate the Eldest Prince, what is You Yuan planning by rescuing the Third Prince and sending him back to the Capital?

Is it merely to demonstrate the Third Prince’s brotherly affection, benevolence, and purity?

That’s too hypocritical and pretentious; why would others believe it?

The Third Prince probably wishes for the Eldest Prince’s death and considers not stabbing him again a mercy.

With the assassination attempt failing and the Eldest Prince severely injured, it would naturally result in a lose-lose outcome. 𝓯𝙧𝙚𝒆𝙬𝙚𝒃𝙣𝙤𝒗𝓮𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

If this was orchestrated by the Third Prince, then Yin Kun couldn’t understand why You Yuan didn’t seize the opportunity?

Could the assassin really not be the Third Prince, but someone else?

Gu Chengyu naturally thought the same. If You Yuan could kill the Eldest Prince, he believed You Yuan would act without hesitation.

Strike while you’re vulnerable, isn’t this a golden opportunity?

"The complexity of this matter is incredible, please continue," Yin Kun rubbed his forehead, looking incredulous.

"You Yuan probably didn’t want people to know he rescued the Eldest Prince, lest others suspect the Third Prince even more. His days won’t be easy when he returns to the residence."

"That’s logical; such a coincidence will likely put the Third Prince under intense scrutiny again. If the Third Prince didn’t partake in this, wouldn’t he be wrongly accused? He surely won’t spare You Yuan."

"It’s still uncertain whether You Yuan actually rescued the Eldest Prince!"

Gu Chengyu chuckled, finding the situation quite amusing. This style, this approach, was very similar to how someone had schemed against him before!

Everything was interconnected, but unfortunately, luck wasn’t on their side, and things went awry.

"How so? Could You Yuan possibly mean to kill the Eldest Prince? That’s impossible! If he acted, why didn’t the Eldest Prince’s men eliminate him?"

Yin Kun felt the situation had become even more perplexing; the puppet master was indeed formidable.

"Indeed, he might have gone to assassinate the Eldest Prince. He might be in two groups from the assassins or may not be part of them originally. He intended to intervene but was forced to save as something went wrong. This accident probably occurred because someone recognized him."

Given his two assumptions, Gu Chengyu leaned toward the former. If someone was backing him, once the Emperor ordered an investigation into the matter, some clues would inevitably emerge.

Considering this person’s style, he likely didn’t want to leave any evidence.

"But even if recognized, they should have hardly any battle capacity left at the Eldest Prince’s side. Wouldn’t it be better to kill the Eldest Prince?"

Yin Kun questioned, thinking that anyone sensible would seize such an opportunity.

"What if he couldn’t succeed? Maybe the Eldest Prince had some tricks up his sleeve, and You Yuan naturally wouldn’t dare to take risks; otherwise, his own life would be endangered."

Yin Kun nodded repeatedly, finding it quite reasonable.

Yet he suddenly thought of another question, "If You Yuan couldn’t kill the Eldest Prince, but he is the Third Prince’s man, why wouldn’t the Eldest Prince’s men eliminate him? It would cut off one of the Third Prince’s support. Amidst the chaos, if the Eldest Prince could be saved, the assassins must have retreated or died; even if killed, it wouldn’t be known."

"Doesn’t that return to the earlier point? He’s kept because it’s useful!"

Yin Kun immediately had a sudden realization; this must be the Eldest Prince’s reason for sparing You Yuan.

If he was killed on the spot, the Third Prince couldn’t be dragged down with it.

Even if everyone suspects the Third Prince, preserving You Yuan would surely deepen the doubts.

"It’s like leaving You Yuan, then spreading the news; does this mean it’s the work of those beside the Eldest Prince? Is this a counterattack?"

Gu Chengyu nodded; if the Eldest Prince hadn’t been unconscious at the time, such plotting came from the Eldest Prince.

Indeed, the capabilities of the Eldest Prince are not to be underestimated.

"You mean to say, You Yuan was schemed against and sent back to Hejian Prefecture, and met the Eldest Prince on the way back. The Eldest Prince got attacked, and You Yuan also wanted a piece of the action, but his plans were thwarted by the Eldest Prince’s men. And the Eldest Prince had some contingency, leading You Yuan to switch to rescuing the Prince, only to be calculated again by the Eldest Prince."

Yin Kun connected Gu Chengyu’s words and analyzed them.

Gu Chengyu nodded, "Either You Yuan was manipulated or ordered by the puppet master to return to Hejian Prefecture. The later developments have minor deviations but nothing significant."

"So who do you think the puppet master is?" Yin Kun admired Gu Chengyu’s clear and logical analysis.

"This matter already involves two Princes, so naturally, it’s between the remaining two, right?"

Gu Chengyu gave a knowing smile, considering Prince Jing more likely.

Yet life’s uncertainty means it could also be the meticulous yet unnoticed Second Prince.

"This scheme is no small feat; it’s quite the sequential plan! However, since the Eldest Prince isn’t dead, this seems to be the flaw. Could it possibly be Prince Jing?"

Yin Kun asked but internally felt certain.

The Second Prince is known for his kind heart, and while he has selfish thoughts, being ruthless doesn’t match the Second Prince’s usual demeanor.

"That’s hard to say; you know people may show one side, yet hide another. Either could be possible! Moreover, this might be the Eldest Prince using the hardship as a stratagem, which shouldn’t be excluded."

Gu Chengyu believed, given the Eldest Prince’s ordinarily ruthless nature, he might very well go to such lengths!

"That’s unlikely, right? The Eldest Prince was gravely injured; would he risk his own life?"

Yin Kun thought if anyone dared such a move, he’d be profoundly impressed.

"Who could say? If he’s gravely injured, it might as well be hearsay. The Imperial Physician hasn’t come forth, so who confirmed the severity?"

Gu Chengyu remained skeptical, thinking You Yuan hasn’t spoken up either. As a possible insider, this deserves attention.

Yin Kun was left speechless; through Gu Chengyu’s analysis, everyone seemed suspicious.

"You rascal, you’re making me confused."

Yin Kun glared at Gu Chengyu but inwardly fully agreed with him.

Doctor Li handed the porcelain bottle to Mrs. Gao, "First, give her this to take, remove the Suhe Fragrance from the room, and I’ll prescribe a remedy for the poison. Remember, this matter doesn’t involve me, I still wish to live a few more years!"

Mrs. Gao was shocked at his words, understanding the doctor took a risk curing her daughter.

She hurried to kneel in gratitude but was stopped by Doctor Li.

"Just remember what I said," Doctor Li frowned, nonetheless entangled in the matter.

Yet considering the connection with the young lady, it wasn’t unreasonable for him to provide the medicine.

Hopefully, this incident wouldn’t implicate his disciple’s medical clinic; upon returning, he should inform Xiao Bao to be wary.