It’s a pity, just before they reached the corridor, a wave of pain hit, causing them to lose their footing and fall. Thᴇ link to the origɪn of this information rᴇsts ɪn 𝓷𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓵~𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖~𝙣𝙚𝙩 The stone steps were few, just two or three. But given Lady Bai’s current condition, she couldn’t bear such a tumble. At once, the trickling blood became a relentless flow. Lady Bai shouted incessantly, her voice tearing at the air. In the courtyard nearby, everyone could hear, but no one dared move due to Lady Chu’s threats. Yet, hearing this sound filled them with fear and dread. Even for Lady Chu, her heart was somewhat panicked. Pacing back and forth in the courtyard, muttering continuously. "It’s her own fault, not mine, not mine, I didn’t even touch her!" Yingshuang, anxious in expression, wondered what was the point of saying such things at this time instead of fetching the Imperial Physician? Stepping back a little, she actually didn’t make any big moves. But Lady Chu, already in fear, noticed and kicked her right away. This kick was full of strength; even Xiao Luzi was nearly kicked half to death, let alone Yingshuang, such a frail girl. With a sound, Yingshuang was kicked, blood spurting from her mouth and nose. The whole body slammed to the ground, in such pain she couldn’t lift her head. "Drag her away! Anyone who dares to move, Yingshuang will be their fate!" The eunuchs and palace maids present hurried forward in chaos to support Yingshuang. Tears in their eyes, but they dared not utter a word. This kick seemed to have driven away all of Lady Chu’s fears, and at this moment, she wasn’t much afraid of Lady Bai’s cries for help. Suppressing the panic in her heart, she grabbed the tea beside her and gulped it down. Glancing sharply at Yue Ying nearby, she said. "After a moment, go fetch the Imperial Physician; can’t have something happen here without our reaction." A moment was not a long time. But for Lady Bai, who was hemorrhaging, it was deadly. When Doctor Cheng hurried over, seeing the pool of blood beneath the steps, his heart sank. In such a scene, the child couldn’t be saved. Even for the adult, survival was uncertain. Upon entering the room, he saw Lady Chu wiping tears nearby. Crying uncontrollably, she said. "Doctor Cheng, please check on Lady Bai. The Emperor ordered me to look after her pregnancy, how did she end up after Yi Changzai visited..." Meanwhile, she was pretending, afraid others wouldn’t see her sorrow. Doctor Cheng approached Lady Bai, whose face was as pale as paper, with a hint of bluish-purple. Then looked at her abdomen, probably injured from the fall. There was already no movement. Even the bloodstains on her clothes had dried and hardened. One glance could tell Lady Bai had been bleeding for quite a while. After a careful examination, it was as Doctor Cheng expected. "The child is already stillborn, and it’s difficult to save Lady Bai’s life. If she can regain consciousness, I can induce labor with a needle, she might be saved, but now..." Lady Chu wanted both Lady Bai and the child dead; this way, she wouldn’t have to worry about being exposed. At most, it would be rumors. Perhaps the Emperor would even highly praise her knowing Lady Bai and the illegitimate child were dead. Thus, a sense of delight filled her heart. And Doctor Cheng happened to witness this scene. But witnessing it, what could he do? He was just a physician, what could he accomplish? As long as he could preserve his life and not get entangled in the harem’s disputes, it was good enough. But to watch Lady Bai die , he still found it hard to bear. So he addressed Lady Chu. "Wouldn’t it be better to send word to Princess Consort Yi? In the traveling palace, only the Empress Dowager and Princess Consort Yi hold authority. With Lady Bai carrying dragon offspring, this is not a matter for a simple physician or you to decide." Hearing this, Lady Chu feigned urgency and said. "Of course, I was so worried I forgot. Quickly, go fetch Princess Consort Yi!" When Princess Consort Yi heard the news, she froze. Lady Bai fell and prematurely delivered, with the child already stillborn? This news was as shocking as Lin Wanyi’s twin birth. The thought that this happened in the traveling palace, where Lady Chu was widely known to be her associate, made her shiver. Could it be someone intentionally stirring trouble behind the scenes to drag Lady Chu down, and implicate her in the process? She hurried over immediately. But when she arrived, Lady Bai was barely hanging on. Doctor Cheng, seeing Princess Consort Yi’s arrival, knelt trembling and said. "Your Highness, please calm down; Lady Bai cannot pull through..." Even without his words, Princess Consort Yi, seeing with her own eyes, felt powerless. "Is there any way to awaken her?" "Using the Golden Needle might, but she likely won’t last long." "Do it! I must find out what happened!" When Lady Chu heard this, her fear grew stronger. More than anyone, she hoped Lady Bai would die so that if she accused her of negligence, Princess Consort Yi wouldn’t spare her. Thus she quietly retreated, hiding where Lady Bai couldn’t spot her. When the Golden Needle dropped to the sixth insertion, Lady Bai suddenly gasped her last breath. Her eyes filled with blood-red hatred, staring intensely at Princess Consort Yi. Even Princess Consort Yi, accustomed to high drama, was startled by the overwhelming resentment in those eyes. "Lady Bai, who harmed you?" Lady Chu’s throat tightened, fearing Lady Bai’s next words would name her, she was just preparing her defense when Lady Bai’s tragic smile overshadowed it. "Harmed me? Everyone in this harem harmed me, watching me die, heartless and ruthless. Even in death, I’ll become a vengeful ghost to claim your lives!" An overwhelming hatred spewed from Lady Bai’s mouth, and just after finishing her words, she gasped her last. Departing with resolute finality. She died with her eyes wide open. Even gave the impression of blood seeping from them. Died without closure; that was Princess Consort Yi’s immediate thought. Yet as to why she spoke this way, Princess Consort Yi was unsure. Watching die, heartless and ruthless? Who was she referring to? Turning her gaze to Lady Chu, her suspicion was evident. Lady Chu was startled and was about to explain when Princess Consort Yi spoke. "First prepare Lady Bai for burial, then mourn her passing, send the news back to the palace, coming before the Mid-Autumn Festival is indeed unfortunate." Her words conveyed more of a lament over the untimely death than sorrow for Lady Bai and her baby’s demise. The palace indeed is the coldest of places. A fragrance’s soul, swirling on, from this day forth, through heaven and earth.