Mysteries Behind the Palace Walls: The Empress Wins the Harem by Examining Corpses

Chu Qingshu, the first-rank General Who Guards the Nation, was accused of treason and his entire clan was sentenced to death. His daughter, Chu Weiying, just over three months old, disappeared without a trace. Sixteen years later, Little Chu entered the palace because her family was poor. Though low in status, she was clever and quick-witted.

The Emperor said, "It doesn't matter if you can't read. I'll teach you!"

Consort Ji said, "She's still young. She needs to learn the rules!"

Even the Empress Dowager said, "This child is delightful. I will treat her with kindness!"

None of that bothered her. What really made Little Chu's heart race was when her mistress said:

"Little Chu, come over and have a chat with the corpse..."

The corpse said her abdominal cavity had been corroded and discolored: she had died of poisoning. The back of her head had suffered a heavy blow, and she had died in agony...

Little Chu's mind went blank. She had only one wish left: to stay alive. That was all!