Mistaken Marriage Match Book 1 - Record of Washed Grievances

A Mistaken Marriage Match:
Record of Washed Grievances

Original work by: Qian Lu
English translation by Sian

Edited by Din2
Compiled by ecyam
https://nuttyisprocrasinating.wordpress.com/2016/03/16/introduction/
Introduction
She is intelligent, beautiful, calm, and professional. As the youngest chief forensic investigator
for the past few years, her future was very bright. All of this, however, changed with a bizarre
time-travel.
Her face was now destroyed. All right. But unexpectedly she was also a gift from a small
kingdom! Her life deviated from the initial course. By her side would from time to time emerge
bizarre and bewildering incidents. She makes painstaking investigations, unravels the layers of
mysteries, pleads for justice on behalf of the living ones, and redresses injustices for the dead.
There have been no vengeful spirits under her knife!
Just as everything has settled down, as she looked back, she was inwardly glad. One life, one
world, two-people. Todays mistaken marriage is only to be tied with you.
A Mistaken Marriage Match: Records of Washed Grievances
Chapter 1: Prologue
Tonight the moon was exceptionally bright and was covered with a layer of bloody
red clouds. Originally it should make the moonlight elegant but tonight it unusually
caused the moon to look grim and eerie, even the air also seems to smell faintly of
blood. At two oclock in the evening, it was unusually quiet with only the gentle
sound of rustling leaves. No one cared about the night skys strange appearance.
The room is bright, every kind of surgical instrument is readily available, however,
this is not an operating room in the traditional sense.
The womans face was mostly obscured by a mask, a pair of bright, piercing eyes
was staring intently at a corpse lying on a white platform. Putting aside the
measuring tape in her hand, the womans cold voice resonated, The victim was a
female, height 168 cm, between the ages of twenty to thirty years old. With the way
the body has decomposed, she should have died a month or more ago.
Behind her stood a young girl, carefully taking notes, her hands not daring to be the
least bit sloppy.
Scrutinizing each mark on the body and upon seeing the corpses fingers, Zhuo Qing
frowned, but her cold voice remained calm, The deceased had all her ten fingernails
removed.
The ten nails were plucked again? Xing Lans hands paused, quickly looking up
and asking, Doctor Zhuo, this isnt a case of serial murders, right? Including this
woman, this is already the fourth victim whose fingernails were pulled out!
Zhuo Qing focused on inspecting the hands and did not answer. After a while, her
cold voice just replied, Whether serial murders or not, the Criminal Investigation
department will find out. As a forensic examiner, my responsibility is to record in
detail all the features on the body and determine the cause of death of the deceased
and provide evidence and clues to help solve the case. Arbitrarily concluding as a
serial case is a simple preconceived notion, ignoring the other details.
I know. Xing Lan secretly bit her tongue, Doctor Zhuo in just a few years is the
youngest, most prominent expert forensic examiner. To follow her around learning,
she has really improved quickly but as her work had her constantly seeing cold faces
and icy eyes, it was rather scary.
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The deceased has distinct fingerprint bruises on her neck, black in color. The rest
of her body has no obvious injury, the cause of death was asphyxiation. The genital
area is intact, ruling out the possibility of sexual assault before her death. While
Zhuo Qing took off the surgical gloves, she said, Xiao Xing, collate the data and
submit the report to me before dawn for my signature. Afterwards, hand it over to
the Criminal Investigation department. Also, the collected samples, send it to the
laboratory tomorrow morning, you can then take a break.
Xing Lans heart wailed but on her face was not a trace of hesitation, immediately
she replied, Yes. Another sleepless night!
Xing Lan cut out samples of clothes and skin from the deceased when suddenly she
saw a palm-sized, round metal object, and asked, Doctor Zhuo, this is something
found in the coat of the deceased, should I hand this over to the Criminal
Investigation department?
Zhuo Qing casually glanced back and replied, Send it first to the laboratory, theyll
take care of it. After she finished talking, she went out of the autopsy room.
Yes. Collecting her notes and the samples, Xing Lan quickly followed after Zhuo
Qing who quickly left the autopsy room. Although she had been working in the
forensic department for six months now, she still could not stay with a corpse alone
late at night.
How are things? Is the autopsy report ready to come out? Just now as they were
approaching the office, they were immediately stopped by somebody head on!
Leaning on the doorframe is a slim woman, her short cropped hair fresh and neat,
her vitality abnormally high, the look in her eyes resolute.
Xing Lan cried out, Team Leader Gu, you are too much! Its middle of the night,
its only 3:00 oclock in the morning!
Gu Yun lightly arched her eyebrow, smiled and said, And so?
Defeated, Xing Lan dropped her shoulders and reluctantly replied, So you wait for
a moment. Ill go and finish it, the report will certainly be out before dawn! No
wonder Team Leader Gu and Doctor Zhuo can become good friends, these two
people are workaholics!
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Looking at Xing Lans drooping head as she entered her office, Gu Yun laughed,
raised her voice said, Thank you very much!
Zhuo Qing opened her exclusive office on the opposite side, Gu Yun immediately
followed her inside, before she could open her mouth, Zhuo Qing, with her unique
low voice unhurriedly said, What, on this long night youre not in the mood to
sleep?
Screw you! Giving her a sideways glance, Gu Yun denounced, Since this months
frequent homicide cases of women, Department Lis both eyes are almost shooting
flames. At the moment, criminal investigation department has two teams assigned
to work day and night!
Zhuo Qing casually pulled out the fountain pen which she used to fix her hair,
immediately her waist-long hair dangled down, she tiredly sat on the couch, half-
squinted her eyes as if she had something in mind and idly asked, Yesterday, was
there any thrill in the results of the provincial level martial arts competition?
No! To bring up this subject she right away got angry. So many cases yet
department leader wanted her also to participate in the provincial competition. Every
year shes womens team number one, no one can be a match to her! As Zhuo Qing
looked comfortable and appeared to be falling asleep, Gu Yun lightly pat her
shoulder, chuckling lowly, May I say Miss High and Mighty, Im here and you
have a case to explain to me!
Narrowing her eyes lightly, Zhuo Qing with her sluggish voice, yet always clear and
cold, said, This dead person and the first three murder cases indeed had things in
common. They were all strangled in the trachea and died of suffocation. Moreover,
all the ten fingernails were removed. The murders were committed using the same
technique. If indeed this is a serial murder case, according to the degree of decay of
the corpses, this is the first female victim.
Listening to the analysis of Zhuo Qing, Gu Yun was also walking back and forth in
the office, pondering over the case. Suddenly, she noticed near the office door a faint
gleam of light from an object. Gu Yun went over, picked up the object and examined
it. Indeed, it was a small golden disk inlaid on one side with a trigram map, encased
in an evidence bag. It must be part of the exhibits.
Walking over to Zhuo Qing, Gu Yun asked, Whats this?
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Slowly opening her eyes to look at the object in the hands of Gu Yun, Zhuo Qing
cursed, Xing Lan, this girl, always works so carelessly, to lose such an important
exhibit!
Zhuo Qing sat up straight, replied, It was found in the victims pocket. After waiting
for colleagues in the laboratory department to examine it, it will be submitted to
you.
Hearing that the object was part of the exhibits of the case at hand, Gu Yun
immediately became animated. Since the office was only lit with a small table lamp,
Gu Yun just opened the blinds. Taking advantage of the unusually bright moonlight
tonight, she carefully scrutinized it. Eyes glued to the object in her hands, Gu Yun
was completely oblivious to the dark night sky. When she put out the trigram disk
at that moment, the moon was gradually shrouded with scarlet clouds.
Strange, just a moment ago the color was clearly golden, how come it looks red
now?! Is the opposite side the golden one? Turning it over for a closer look, the other
side has the same blood red trigram map: the entire small disk seemed to glow a faint
trace of red light. How is this possible?!
Hiss - While wondering, she suddenly felt pain in her hand.
Zhuo Qing got up, walked up behind her and asked, Whats wrong?
Lowering her head to examine her finger, she saw a deep bloodstain on her index
finger as a few drops of red blood fell on the evidence bag. Gu Yun smiled
indifferently, Nothing, I dont know what thing Ive scratched.
The cut on the finger was deep, blood still steadily dripping. Gu Yuns indifferent
look made Zhuo Qing frown. Bringing absorbent cotton from the nearby shelf to
cover the wound, Zhuo Qing coldly snorted, Press the wound! Gu Yun rolled her
eyes, its just a little scratch!
Pressing the wound with cotton, it was quickly soaked with blood. Zhuo Qings keen
eyes glinted, what is so sharp that could cut this way, even the bleeding is difficult
to stop?! She took the object in Gu Yuns hand, looked at it, and said with great
alarm, How could this be?!
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What made the always cold and arrogant Forensic Investigator Zhuo to be so
shocked! Gu Yun also curiously leaned her head, took a glance below and was also
startled and softly cried out, Blood soaked in.
Blood drops originally outside the transparent exhibit bag disappeared. The blood
appeared unexpectedly above the blood red trigram map! How is there such a thing,
the blood being able to penetrate the exhibit bag!
Oh, no! After staring speechless at each other, both cried out in unison, This time
it will be difficult to write the report.
The two looked at each other and frowned; its going to be a headache how to explain
why Gu Yuns blood appeared on the crimes material evidence. In the meantime,
no one had noticed that the blood, which dripped into the trigram disk, had seeped
along the curved grooves, flowing into the yin and yang elements intersecting in the
center.
When the blood fell into the center of the disk, at that exact moment, a strong red
light suddenly radiated from the trigram disk. Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun were both
shocked before they just saw darkness and fell gently to the ground.
Brilliant rays of light flashed in the chief forensic investigators room, lit with only
a small table lamp, two figures were lying unconscious on the floor.
The bleeding wound in Gu Yuns finger instantly healed, leaving no trace of a scar.
The golden trigram disk fell lightly beside their bodies, showing nothing of its
strange appearance before. Outside the window, on the horizon the moonlight was
clear and bright, everything was so tranquil.
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Chapter 2: Married off in the wrong body
The heavy pouring rain was accompanied by rumbling thunderclaps, the strong wind
blew the rickety, broken windows lurching unsteadily from side to side creating such
a racket.
Inside a room in the side of a fairly ruined temple, three young women were huddled
together, all wearing a red bridal dress. In this dark, gloomy place, the stale air of
the temple can be breathed everywhere, the scene looking particularly eerie.
The place had no lights, the occasional flashes of lightning illuminated the ruined
temple, these sword-like lightning flashes, each lightning flash seemed to strike into
the ground, giving off a glaring white light, the startling, deafening sound of
accompanying thunderclaps, seemingly made the youngest girl cower in fear.
Tugging her elder sisters arm, Qing Mo, her head bowed, sobbingly asked, Elder
sister, what do we do now? Im so scared!
Lightning flashed one after another, eventually the faces of the women could be
seen, the three are blooming beauties, each is elegant, their faces so stunning it can
make other women jealous and men adore. Unfortunately, on their right cheeks were
slashed two deep knife marks, nearly destroying the entire right side of their faces
and amidst the thunder and lightning in the night, the cuts looked quite grim.
Gently patting her little sisters shoulders, Qing Lings face, looking extremely
dejected, mumbled softly, After crossing over this mountain, as soon as were out
of the Hao Yue[1] kingdom, do we really have no way to free ourselves from this fate
of becoming gifts?
I am not willing! Her stubborn eyes stared unwaveringly at the ruined temple,
outside thunder and lightning are accompanying each other. Under a canopy of rain
falling, Qing Feng tensely bit her lower lip, the broken skin almost bleeding.
Slowly lifting her head to lean on Qing Fengs shoulder, Qing Mo wisely comforted
her sister, whispering, Second elder sister, do not be afraid, I heard that
[1] Hao Yue () means bright moon; the kingdom where the Qing sisters come from
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youll marry that Prime Minister Lou, hes a rare, modest nobleman, both his
political and military achievements, everythings outstanding, he should not treat
you unfairly. Eldest sister is the most pitiful; to be sent to the emperors palace. It
is said that the ruler of Qiong Yue[2] is temperamental, bloodthirsty and tyrannical.
How will gentle, quiet and refined eldest sister bear it!
Qing Feng scoffed, Who cares! She turned around, one hand holding her elder
sisters hand, one hand holding the young girls hand, Qing Feng growled fiercely,
I quite hate it! Why should Qiong Yue countrys ruler in a word, at once can do
whatever he pleases?! Why did the Qing family have to take responsibility for our
kings incompetence?! Why did he kill our parents, we even have to be bestowed as
gifts, as his tribute to flatter Qiong Yue!
Gently caressing the yelling Qing Feng, who, because of hatred, her face became
twisted. Qing Ling bowed her head, sighed, said, On the basis of Qiong Yue being
the most powerful among the six countries, the other countries must submit. If the
emperor says he wants this feudal official dead, this feudal official has no choice but
to die! Who made us be merely several women who lack the strength to truss up a
chicken! (meaning, Who made us to be weak women!)
Fate never rests in their hands.
Shaking off Qing Lings hand, Qing Feng quickly got up, turned her back, unwilling
to back down, What can women do! Im not going to Qiong Yue!
Looking at her second elder sisters stubborn back and seeing her eldest sisters
anxious face, Qing Mo timidly said, Even these faces that everyone admires, we
are already ruined, yet they still want to bring us to Qiong Yue! Second elder sister,
we simply dont have the means to change anything, right?
Gently stroking her cheek, even now the pain remains, dwelling in her soul, Qing
Feng took a deep breath, clenched her teeth and replied, Death, I, Qing Feng,
absolutely will not let anyone manipulate me! Especially that person, that fatuous
ruler whose hands are stained with the blood of father and mother!
Qing Ling, startled, anxiously asked, Feng Er[3], what do you want to do?
[2] Qiong Yue () means sky high mountain; the most dominant of the 6 kingdoms where the Qing sisters will
be delivered to, as gifts or tributes by their own king to the emperor. [3] Er means child; In ancient China, -er was
usually attached to the last character of a persons name as an expression of affection.
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Slowly turning around, Qing Feng clenched her hands into fists and firmly said,
Elder sister, I will stay in Hao Yue, stay by the side of father and mother, even if
what I have to leave behind is my dead body!
Dismissing Feng Ers words as if they were ordinary, a mysterious white lightning
struck down, the bright light shining on Feng Ers face, Qing Ling saw her insistence
and determination.
Tightly clutching the hands of Qing Feng, Qing Ling suddenly felt relieved and
lightly laughed, Yes! Elder sister will accompany you, to keep on living is already
meaningless to me. Not to think about everything to face in the future, perhaps its
a kind of relief!
Crouching on the floor, Qing Mo quickly jumped up, grabbed their hands and
hurriedly said, Whatever the elder sisters will do, Ill do the same. Mo Er in any
case, will never leave you.
Qing Ling hesitated, she lovingly looked at the face of innocent Mo Er, she probably
does not understand the meaning of death, shes only fifteen years old!
Meeting Mo Ers pair of innocent, big eyes, Qing Feng felt pain as if a knife was
twisting in her heart but the thought that she allegedly was promised to that one who
is reportedly a notorious, callous butcher on the battlefield, Qing Feng immediately
shivered and said, Elder sister, Mo Er is so pure and kind, to keep her alone alive
in this world, she also would just endure hardships. Today we are in this dilapidated
temple, the whole family will reunite, right?!
Watching three pairs of overlapping hands together, Qing Ling suddenly felt warm
in her heart, as if to convince herself, Qing Ling forcibly nodded and said, Yes!
Best to have a family reunion! The three people looked up and glanced at the top
of the temple beams, with tacit understanding they looked at each other and laughed,
this is after the death of their parents, their first laugh, because after today, they will
not any more separate!
Loosening the red silk belts on their waists, stripping off the brilliant red gowns,
their bodies wore only the plain white clothes underneath. They lightly tossed above
the red silk bands, passing easily through the beam. Three people stood on the broken
square table, wrapped their necks inside the red silk bands, without hesitation.
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Qing Ling looked around and glanced at her sisters on her side, closed her eyes, and
whispered, Feng Er, Mo Er, in the next life, we will also be sisters!
Ah. Qing Feng, Qing Mo strongly nodded their heads!
Three people holding each others hands proceeded, kicking the square table lightly,
the red silk bands suddenly tightened, three bright lives gradually passed away.
The soldiers who were escorting the Qing family sisters to Qiong Yue were resting
in the main hall of the dilapidated temple, noticed the rain was beginning to stop,
suddenly the rain gained momentum and poured heavily again, lightning and thunder
increasingly became intense, as if crushing the already tottering ruined temple.
A young soldier withdrew and stretched his neck. Now its still spring, he has already
seen so much, nevertheless he also has not experienced during spring in the whole
land such a heavy rain! Voluntarily he took a quick look at the side hall of the temple
where the Qing sisters were left to themselves and the scene he saw scared him half
to death! Under the white light of lightning flashes, three vertical shadows were
dangling in the air, clothes sleeves fluttering! Shrieking strangely, the young soldier
ran frantically to escape, stumbled and fell in front of Li Xu, crying out in alarm,
Ghosts! There were ghosts!
What! Li Xu was startled, looking along the young soldiers line of vision, the
sight of three hovering shadows shocked him so much he broke out in cold sweat!
The Qing family sisters hanged themselves up! Li Xu quickly got up and kicked the
side door of the temple, he saw red clothes everywhere, and three pairs of bright red
embroidered shoes dangling in front, the frightened Li Xu took a step back and
frantically shouted, Hurry up! Quickly, quickly get them down!
The group of soldiers were running around in circles, and were finally able to bring
down the three women, three bodies whose complexion have already turned black,
both eyes tightly closed.
Li Xu staring at Qing Mo on his left side, anxiously asked, How is she?
The young soldier felt carefully with his hand for Qing Mos breath and replied,
Shes dead.
Li Xu shuddered, pointing his hand to Qing Feng, urgently said, This this one?
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After probing for signs of breathing he took back his hand, watching Senior Brother
Lis pale face, he got scared and did not dare answer, he just gently shook his head.
All dead?! Li Xu in cold sweat bravely straightened out his back, the emperor of
Qiong Yue chose these Qing family sisters himself as tribute candidates, now all at
once they died this way! How could he live! Perhaps the country of Hao Yue is
doomed!
Li Xu was in his moments of desperation, suddenly the young soldier cried out,
Senior Brother, the Qing family eldest daughter is still breathing! Although very
faint, but definitely shes still alive!
Really? Great! Get her on a fast carriage, quickly ask a doctor to treat her!
Finally there is one alive. Li Xu commanded the soldiers, helter-skelter took hold of
the bridal dress and draped over Qing Lings body, completely forgetting to mind
the other two dead bodies on the ground.
Outside the ruined temple a peal of thunder can be heard, dazzling white light like
sharp swords, the corpses on the ground looked even more alone and poor. The
young soldier was frightened and could not bear to look at the two pitiful dead
women, just simply picked up the bridal dresses from the ground and carefully
covered their bodies. Just when he wanted to get up to leave, different from lightning
a red light flashed past, the two people on the ground who were no longer breathing
suddenly opened their eyes.
Ah His scream resounded through the ruined temple. Li Xu who was outside
the main hall came impatiently, expelling his breath, said, You again hollering,
what now?!
She they This time, the young soldier was speechless, he just frantically
crawled out of the temple side hall.
Two corpses of women scared and turned him into this way? Li Xu was uncertain
and as he entered the side hall again, he discovered the two women who, just a
moment ago, were still and motionless but now their chests miraculously were
faintly moving up and down! Although their eyes were still tightly shut, their faces
are not as blue and dark as before.
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Its Heavens blessing, heavens blessing ah! Li Xu is in ecstasy, they didnt die!
His life is at last saved! Come, come, take them away!
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Chapter 3: Abduction
Early spring, the season of colors. The kingdom of Qiong Yue is thriving in
prosperity. Huan Yang, its capital city, is naturally impressive in all respects, even
before entering the city, one can already hear the clamor inside the city which was
bustling with noise and excitement, along the main road on both sides, there are
many merchants and civilians busily entering and leaving the city of Huan Yang.
The cool breeze brushing softly the face, the song of the birds and the fragrant
flowers, soon he will see the city gates of Huan Yang, Li Xu was both happy and
fearful! Happy that after being on the run for more than ten days, encountering near
misses, they are finally arriving; fearful because of the faces of the three ladies . . .
Inside the carriage, a slender arm is struggling to grasp the window frames which
are not high, but unfortunately before it was able to reach them, it helplessly fell.
Ah, almost! Zhuo Qing once again tried to reach out her right hand, this time a little
better, her fingers could touch the windowsill. Breathing deeply a few mouthfuls of
air, Zhuo Qing shored up her body with whatever strength left in her. It was a good
effort, but she barely made herself sit up straight. The sweat on her forehead dripped
to her cheeks, the pain caused by the wound on the right side of her face was terrible,
but it also sobered up Zhuo Qing a bit.
She has been held in this small space for several days, and every day someone was
feeding her with large amounts of a sleep-inducing drug. A few days later, she
pretended to be in a deep coma and after pouring her with a few mouthfuls they had
to give up. Her mind was now fairly clear, but her whole body was still limp.
Where is Gu Yun? After their office was attacked, were they taken away together?
Who are these people? What do they want? Why did they choose the carriage as a
means of transport? Where is she right now? Zhuo Qings ever shrewd mind was
running fast, hoping to find some clues, but unfortunately her mind was only filled
with a bunch of questions.
The traveling carriage suddenly stopped, outside the carriage, a familiar male voice
sounded somewhat obsequious and respectful, My Lord, the three ladies of the Qing
family have been delivered to you
She knew that voice, these past few days she often heard it in the carriage; he is the
mastermind of the kidnapping. Outside the surroundings seemed a bit noisy but Zhuo
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Qing listened carefully and after a while, a slightly muffled male voice replied
coldly, The emperor has already passed an edict, the eldest young lady of the Qing
family shall immediately enter the imperial palace, the second young lady shall be
delivered to enter the Estate of Prime Minister Lou, the third young lady shall be
delivered to enter the General Manor. Thanking Mister Li for your trouble, please
reply!
The emperor? The palace? Which country in the world is currently still practicing
absolute monarchy? It turned out she had already been shipped out of China. She
can glean from their conversation that she was kidnapped along with three other
people, but where is Gu Yun? Zhuo Qing continued to eavesdrop anxiously.
Outside the carriage, Li Xu immediately bowed and replied, Many thanks to Qiong
Yue emperors grace.
The ritual official did not bother looking at Li Xu, his gaze swept across the three
horse-drawn carriages and asked, Which carriage is carrying the eldest of the Qing
family?
Li Xu, pointing to the carriage in the middle, hurriedly replied, That one.
Two men dressed in palace outfits rapidly approached the carriage, pulled the reins,
and left together with the ritual official who said aloud, Back to the palace!
A party of people entered the East Gate and went in slowly. Outside the city gates,
there were two groups. Seeing the servants is knowing their masters, Li Xu needed
only a glance and already he knew, on his left donning a blue garment, refined and
polite, must be the man from the Estate of the Prime Minister, on his right wearing
brilliant gray clothing, strong and tall build, of course, he must be from the General
Manor.
Li Xu nodded politely, smiled and said, The two misters, on this carriage is the
second Qing young lady, on this carriage the third Qing young lady.
Two men stepped forward and each pulled a carriage, they faced Li Xu and after
cupping their fists in obeisance, they respectively moved and left in opposite
directions, one headed towards south, the other to the north.
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After the three carriages were led away, a soldier whispered, Master Li, what do
we do now?
Li Xu raised his whip, and shouted, Go back to Hao Yue kingdom.
They did not even let them enter the imperial palace of Qiong Yue and without even
one backward glance, they took second miss hastily away! But then on second
thought, they are but from a small kingdom delivering over a few tributes, would
they be welcomed grandly by the Qiong Yue kingdom? Would a feast be hosted in
honor of them? Li Xu looked back to the carriages gradually disappearing towards
three directions and heaved a sigh, Three young ladies, good luck to you.
The carriage quickly ran off again. Zhuo Qing leaned against the side of the carriage
and slowly lifted the curtain, the bright sunshine making her instantly close her eyes.
It took a while to slowly adjust and looking outside through the window, Zhuo Qing
could not help but be surprised for a moment, this where is this place?
How long has it been since she had seen such a clear blue sky, the air with a whiff
of smell of green grass, towering trees lining on both sides of the road, each tree
thick and lush. Looking towards the front of the carriage, Zhuo Qing was startled;
ahead were four men wearing blue long gowns mounted on black, fine steeds and
they had such long hair! Their outfits were too weird.
Looking down at herself wearing an ancient fire red wedding dress, Zhuo Qing felt
somehow this matter does not seem to be a simple case of kidnapping. She reached
out to touch her hair a bit, from a bun she gently pulled a strand, black hair? No, her
hair is brown! And, not so long! Zhuo Qing who was always calm, suddenly her
heart jolted, lifting her wide sleeves, on her right arm her skin is smooth as jade, her
hands began to tremble uncontrollably, it is not her body! She has a ten-centimeter-
long scar on her right arm!
What is going on?
Zhuo Qings hand curled tightly into a fist, she must calm down in order to figure
out what is actually happening!
Unfortunately, before Zhuo Qing could calm down, the carriage suddenly stopped
abruptly, nearly dumping her out of the carriage. Out of the dense thickets on both
sides of the road, more than a hundred people suddenly hurtled out, all dressed in
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commoners clothes, their ages ranging from young to old. They were all holding in
their hands poles and hoes!
Lan Ziqi gawked for a moment; they did not appear to be bandits, but he was already
unsheathing his sword slowly, his voice clear, he asked, Who are you people?
Who knew, this crowd of people, without any explanation, upon hearing a portly
man in their midst who yelled, Attack!, without any order or method whatsoever,
a group of people suddenly swarmed around them, their single target being the
carriage.
Lan Ziqi and the three other guards immediately drew out their swords to fight, but
unfortunately, they were too many. Several men climbed up on the carriage,
whipping the horse to run, they watched as the carriage escaped, but, these people
did not come to fight, everywhere and to all directions they dispersed and fled away.
That portly man who just yelled attack ran all the way, all the while yelling, Go
back and tell Prime Minister Lou, if he wants his woman to be returned, let him
come in person to the Niu Jia village!
If not for the couple of hoes thrown on the ground and left by some, the carriage out
of sight, they could hardly believe the scene that had just taken place! It played out
like a farce! The dumbfounded guard looked to Lan Ziqi, and asked, What are we
going to do now?
Go back and report it! What else could be done! Lan Ziqi grimaced. He is just a
lowly guard in the Estate of the Prime Minister, Chief Jing can be counted on to take
care of the matter, let him come and take over. Just before the capital, who knew this
incident could happen!
Running for more than half an hour later, the carriage finally stopped and outside
there was a clamor. A moment later, a sonorous male voice politely shouted outside
of the carriage, Miss, please come out of the carriage.
Zhuo Qing cursed under her breath, shed like to come out of the carriage, but the
problem is, her limbs right now are very weak, to sit up is even difficult, let alone
come out of the carriage?
Nothing happened in the carriage for a long time. Wu Si waved to the big group of
men behind, indicating that they should not make any noise, the person is a girl, if
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theyre so noisy he fears she might get frightened of them. Wu Si cleared his throat
with a mild cough, he deliberately softened his voice and whispered, Miss, do not
be afraid, we are not bad people! We just want to meet Prime Minister Lou, that is
why we got you. But, do not worry, we will not hurt you. After seeing Prime Minister
Lou, we will let you go!
Within the carriage there was still silence, the people in the group looked at each
other, the lady did not faint, right?
Just when Wu Si didnt know how to proceed, a cold female voice rang out from the
carriage, Youve said enough, come in and help me.
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Chapter 4: Appeal
Youve said enough, come in and help me. Her muffled voice sounded cold. It
made the people outside the carriage quiver; a lady speaks in this manner?
Wu Si scratched his head, he looked back towards the brothers behind him and
everyone took a step back, pointing their chins towards him, urging him to help. Wu
Si was afraid to go and do the bidding of a woman! Wu Si secretly swallowed a
mouthful of saliva, stepped a foot onto the carriage, opened the curtain, and headed
inside. Unexpectedly he encountered a pair of cold eyes, seeing the woman before
him, Wu Si sucked in a mouthful of cold air.
Inside the carriage, a red-clad woman was half-leaning against the side of the
carriage, her little eyes were straightly staring at him coldly. Wu Si had never met a
woman who has such eyes, a pair of eyes staring at him, making his breathing
inexplicably difficult. And her face, two deep knife marks have ruined the entire
right cheek, at first glance it was horrible to look at it, was this the beauty the Hao
Yue kingdom sent? Wu Si wondered, they did not grab the wrong person, right?
When Wu Si was looking at Qing closely, Zhuo Qing was also watching him. The
man in front of her was in his early thirties, his mop of unruly hair tied up with a
strip of cloth, his clothes were covered with many patches and looked shabby, hes
dressed like the ancients!
Its all too weird! Quelling her uneasiness, Zhuo Qing stretched out her hand,
grabbed Wu Sis arm, leveraging against him to stand up. Unfortunately, motionless
for too long, Zhuo Qing suddenly fell. Wu Si rushed to hold her hand, this woman
is really skinny!
Supporting the leaning Zhuo Qing, they went to the carriages door. Before opening
the curtain of the carriage, however, Wu Si suddenly grabbed the canopy of the
carriage and covered Zhuo Qings face with it and only then did he lead her out.
Zhuo Qing walked limply, half leaning against Wu Sis arms and despite his
assistance, she still could barely walk. The red wedding dress accentuated her slim
figure, every step of the way she appeared infinitely delicate, the veil over her face,
it was really beyond the peoples imagination.
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A teenage boy clucked his tongue and exclaimed, Wow! This Hao Yue kingdom
woman is really made of water! Even the way she walks and how the village women
walk are different! Following the young mans jest, a group of people began to boo
and heckle. Wu Si glared at the teenager, leading Zhuo Qing to sit down on a stone
bench and for a moment, she did not know what to say.
Xiao Wuzi took a step forward, pulled Wu Si to the side, smiled and said, Elder
brother Wu, I heard the Hao Yue kingdom specially sent a beauty. Not only that, but
this lady they sent, she is famous in all kingdoms. Anyway, since we have her
already, at least let everyone see what she looks like, okay?
No! Wu Si roared, and scolded, We only acted like that today in order to seek
justice for our benefactor. Of course, circumstances forced us to kidnap her, but if
you do this, what makes you different from those villainous bandits?!
Xiao Wuzi shrunk his neck, muttering to himself, Elder brother Wu, we just want
to take a look at the so-called alluring beauty that can ruin and overturn a kingdom,
not take a fancy to her! Elder brother Wu is ordinarily a nice guy, whats up with
him today?
Meeting the eyes of the baffled villagers, Wu Si also felt like he reacted excessively,
whispering he urged them, Even this is also not good! Which woman will not pity
her face, her face unknowingly ruined like that, to be seen by people, he fears shes
going to be broken-hearted and sad.
Elder brother Wu Xiao Wuzi was about to say something when a piece of red
silk was neatly thrown to the ground. Xiao Wuzi turned around and a face full of
knife marks greeted him. Stunned he cried, Wah! Oh my golly! This is the alluring
beauty, eh!
The curious villagers surrounding him were also shocked. For a time, the crowd of
people became quiet as they were literally stunned to silence. Zhuo Qing calmly
stared back at their burning gazes and saw that reflected in their eyes, was surprise,
fear, sympathy, and pity. Slightly raising her head, her eyes coldly scanned the crowd
one by one making the villagers unconsciously step back. She thought, hostage-
taking, after all, is something bad, but right now, this group of villagers looked very
simple and honest.
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Zhuo Qing slowly stilled her heart, and asked, Who did you say I am just now?
This is not her body, shes figuring out now, who the hell is she?
Xiao Wuzi swallowed and replied, You are the woman from the kingdom of Hao
Yue, and a tribute to the emperor. I heard the emperor bestowed you to the prime
minister, but the way you are, I guess the prime minister would not want to have
you!
Xiao Wuzi! Wu Si immediately yelled.
Zhuo Qings face was deadpan, she continued to ask, What is this place?
This is the village of Niu Jia, ahead is Huan Yang, the capital city of Qiong Yue.
Qiong Yue? Huan Yang? It did not ring a bell! Taking a deep breath, Zhuo Qing
looked at the crowd of people, her voice clear she asked, Have you ever heard of
China?
Everyone reacted in unison, shaking his head.
They speak Chinese, dressed in ancient costumes, but do not know about China. As
far as she knew, in the world where she lived, there should not be a place like this.
But, shes still got a body, no matter how much she refuses to believe, shes still
conscious and existing in an unknown place where she entered the body of a
tribute.
Heavens! Her head still hurts!
Miss, are you okay? Wu Si watched Zhuo Qing incomprehensively, one moment
she was an imposing bully, now what, a look of pain?
Zhuo Qing was in no mood to be bothered by anyone, she needed to calm down!
Elder brother Wu! Elder brother Wu! Came a bunch of excited boys from the
village, a twenty-year-old boy Liu Yu rushed over towards Wu Si, pushed his way
through the throng of villagers, holding a piece of paper and displaying it he
exclaimed, You came back! I have written it well, Elder brother Wu you take a look
at it!
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Wu Si pushed Liu Yus hand and he smiled awkwardly, Look at what, Im not
literate.
Xiao Wuzi also curled his lip and jeered, Exactly. Among us here, youre the only
one who can read! Asking us to look, we cannot read it.
Liu Yu looked down, embarrassed he scratched his head, smiled and said, I I
learned from my father for just two years. After he died, I had no one to teach me.
Thats already better than ours! Grabbing the paper in the hands of Liu Yu, Xiao
Wuzi examined it at length but did not understand a thing. Puzzled he asked, Elder
brother Wu, why must we write this thing?
Wu Si whacked Xiao Wuzis head, took the piece of paper, carefully folded it, and
sighed, Didnt the feudal official say we needed to submit an appeal? We cannot
afford a lawyer so we have to write this on our own. If Prime Minister Lou really
comes then we must have something on hand to submit, to inform our grievance,
shouldnt we?
I see now why we need to write this thing! Casting a sidelong glance at Zhuo Qing,
Xiao Wuzi cursed under his breath but for this disfigured woman, will Prime
Minister Lou really come?
The feudal official said, the appeal is indeed crucial, whether theyre able to clear
the benefactor, he has to see it. Wu Si glanced at Zhuo Qing who was sitting nearby,
his eyes lit up, he pleaded, Miss, could I trouble you to help us look at it? He knew
the girl comes from a rich family and therefore must be literate!
Zhuo Qing thought for a moment and replied, Bring it to me. She also wanted to
know what drove these simple and honest villagers to the extent of kidnapping a
person, and because she has not seen this countrys writing yet, she might as well
take advantage of this opportunity to have a look.
Unfolding the paper, Zhuo Qing was flabbergasted.
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Chapter 5: Niu Jia village
Unfolding the paper, Zhuo Qing was flabbergasted. Zhuo Qings mother was a
professor of Studies of Ancient Chinese Civilization. She had seen several traditional
Chinese characters on paper and had understood what she had seen, however, these
cockamamy circles, what do they mean, the writing here consisted of characters and
symbols? This could be hard for her.
Ahem! Zhuo Qing cleared her throat strongly a few times, seeing the young Liu
Yu, she asked, Can I can I ask you?
Liu Yu nodded innocently.
The circle of pork on a skewer what does it mean?
Uh Liu Yus face reddened, he scratched his hair, smiled and replied, It means
the benefactor to our village for food and blankets. He learned for only two years,
he does not know how to write the word, so instead he drew a picture.
So thats it! So, he replaced words he does not know with pictures instead, okay,
here the text should be traditional Chinese characters.
Reading further on, Zhuo Qings brow wrinkled and asked, And what is the
meaning of these little dots?
Liu Yu laughed, Ah, that that means to get a redress. His father had taught
him the word, saying that it was a word a very knowledgeable person would use, but
unfortunately, he did not teach him how to write it.
Zhuo Qings mouth froze, his idea of expressing the word, these dots look like snow
falling? Creative, very creative indeed! She must bear it!
Reading on again, soon, the paper also had a drawing of a mesh-like thing. This
one? According to how his mind runs, Zhuo Qing guessed and said, I know, the
meaning of this is a net!
Not really Liu Yu muttered, It means a prison cell.
This is a prison cell?
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I really Do not get angry, do not get angry. Taking several deep breaths, she
threw back the appeal to Wu Si. Zhuo Qing uttered a few words through her teeth,
Admire Wu in this form to send to Can it also be considered an appeal?
She suddenly wanted to see the face of Prime Minister Lou reading this appeal, it
will be very interesting!
Listening to the question-and-answer exchange, Xiao Wuzi whacked Liu Yus head
very hard, berating, Damn you, Liu Yu! Elder brother Wu asked you to write an
appeal but you just scrawled some undecipherable scribblings!
Hey, do not fight with me. Grumbling, Liu Yu covered his head, and exclaimed,
I would not have had to write, but you, you forced me to write!
You also talk back?! The two men scuffled with each other.
Knock it off! Wu Si yelled, miserably sitting on the ground, his honest face was
full of disappointment. The appeal he was tightly holding in his hands was now
crumpled together. Without an appeal, how can we help the benefactor seek
justice!
Youre to blame! Xiao Wuzi glared at Liu Yu, crouching beside Wu Si, he
cautiously urged, Elder brother Wu, how about when Prime Minister Lou comes,
we just kowtow to him. Yes, we cannot write, but dont we have the ability to speak!
Im afraid, were just a bunch of ignorants. If we cannot explain clearly in a short

time, what if Prime Minister Lou gets impatient and walks out, what are we going
to do? They have gone to explain to the officials and apart from being driven away,
continuously, the officials would not see them at all! But, this is a different matter,
they kidnapped the Prime Ministers woman!
Xiao Wuzi pointed to Zhuo Qing, saying, Is she not literate?! Well, lets ask her to
write it!
Zhuo Qing coldly turned her head away, ignoring them. These people have lots of
passion but no brains, an appeal is futile.
Wu Si suddenly stood up, walked over to her, and dropped, seriously kneeling in
front of her, he was only in his thirties but his face is weathered, full of pleading,
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Miss, abducting you, it was our wrongdoing, but we did it because we are truly
desperate! Please, help us write an appeal now!
Zhuo Qing was startled. Living in the twenty-first century, she really is not used to
having someone kneeling down before her. She got up and took a step back, her
voice was still cold, but her heart was already moved, Regardless of the reason, a
forceful kidnapping means breaking the law. Even if Prime Minister Lou really
comes, your so-called appeal may not necessarily get the attention you want, instead,
you are bringing trouble to the village!
Wu Si drew himself up, his face defiant, he shouted back, The kidnapping was my
idea, I would assume responsibility. As long as Prime Minister Lou comes to hear
the appeal, I, Wu Si, willingly takes the blame! Anyway, his wife and children
already died of that disease, in life and death he is alone!
As soon as Wu Sis voice faded, the quiet villagers immediately cried excitedly.
No, the hostage-taking was our idea!
It was my idea!
Well, to get a public hearing, it was worth the trouble!
Yes!
The cries came wave after wave, on each face the sense of heroism and sacrifice was
plain to see.
Zhuo Qings head began to hurt all over again! Shut up! A cold female voice
resonated, the villagers immediately shut up, hopeful pairs of eyes were riveted on
her. Zhuo Qing grabbed Wu Sis sleeves and pulled herself up, sighing with
exasperation, I will write the appeal but you have to tell me what exactly
happened.
Zhuo Qing admitted that she was touched by their simple and sincere hearts. In order
to repay, they didnt hesitate to kidnap a person, confronting people from the Estate
of the Prime Minister simply armed with poles and hoes in their hands. They even
thought of sending a badly written appeal. Lying on the table she reached out her
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hand and traced awkwardly the drawings, thinking of this appeal filled with absurd
drawings, Zhuo Qing could not help but smile.
Miss said yes! Thats great! The villagers cried together, this group of people
coming from the Niu Jia village rushed to swarm around Zhuo Qing.
The thing is
Well, he is a good man
Im telling you, the officials
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The large study was divided into two by a jade screen. On the left, there was a simple
rosewood desk, a piece of ink painting, revealing the hosts elegant and refined
temperament; on the right, next to the window is a small, low table, two
extraordinary and handsome men sat opposite each other, their eyes glued on the
small, low table.
After a while, Lou Xi Yans mouth slightly lifted, smilingly he said, You lose.
Two three four, nine small! He lost again. Bored, he pushed away the dice cup, Qi
Tian Yu cursed under his breath, Im not playing, to keep on losing, the Qi family
will all lose to you!
Lou Xi Yan nonchalantly laughed, Im just having fun with you, I win with this
little thing, in the light of the Qi family, this is just a pittance!
A pittance?! Annoyed he refused to believe. His family runs a gambling house and
all his life, his expertise lies in dice gambling but for no reason at all, every time he
plays dice with Xi Yan, he loses? He must be cheating! Even if Qi Tian Yu inwardly
felt indignant, he did not have the guts to search Lou Xi Yans body.
Looking out of the window, the moon was already rising, Qi Tian Yu mockingly
teased, The day is getting dark, how come your little beauty has not arrived yet?!
Youre not hiding her away, letting me not see her, right? He came over at noon,
he had not seen the beauty yet, but he lost quite a few thousand taels of silver already.
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He looked so impatient, Lou Xi Yan indifferently replied to him, If you like, your
family can take over later. Although he does not disdain women like great general
Su, he also is not fond of debauchery.
Are you trying to kill me! Qi Tian Yu pretending to be afraid and shrieked, The
emperor bestowed you a gift, who would dare fight over it! Besides, you have not
seen the little beauty yet, maybe once youve seen her youd hate to part with her. I
heard indeed that the second miss of the Qing family is devastatingly beautiful,
outstanding in poetry and music. You want talent, she has talent, you want beauty,
she has beauty
While Qi Tian Yu was speaking eloquently, a muffled knocking sound on the door
came through.
Come in.
A man walked into the room, his dark resolute face, sharp as a cutting stone, cold
and expressionless. Qi Tian Yu indeed has not seen such a stone face, without
waiting for him to speak, Qi Tian Yu anxiously asked, Jing Sa, the little beauty has
not arrived yet?
Jing Sas cold face hesitatingly looked towards Lou Xi Yan.
Knowing Jing Sas character, Lou Xi Yan knew already in his heart, something had
happened. Lou Xi Yans face was deadpan, he said, Go ahead.
Jing Sa coldly replied, Miss Qings carriage was attacked just before reaching the
capital.
Attacked? Qi Tian Yu was stunned, someone really dared to kidnap Xi Yans

woman?
At that time more than a hundred villagers swarmed, kidnapped Miss Qing, and
threatened that master should go to the Niu Jia village before she will be released.
Your servant had already sent men to investigate, the Niu Jia village is a small village
ten miles from the capital, poor people live in the village, young and old altogether,
about two hundred people.
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Qi Tian Yu laughed excitedly, A total of only two hundred people mobilized more
than a hundred just to abduct a woman?
The guards sent reported, they have already found Niu Jia village, but found no
traces of Miss Qing. They insisted on meeting master, otherwise they wont let her
go. This afternoon, hearing the news of Qing Fengs abduction, he initially thought
it was just a farce of the villagers, he dispatched men to get her back. Who knew the
villagers surprisingly were not that simple, as if already anticipating their intentions,
they hid the person very well, their attitude is also very tough.
Lou Xi Yans eyes glinted meaningfully, the corners of his lips seemed to lift, gently
smiling he said, In other words, my not going there is not at all an option.
That expression of Xi Yan Qi Tian Yu inexplicably broke out in goose bumps.
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Chapter 6: Lou Xi Yan Part 1
A shabby hut with holes at all its sides, a wobbling stool creaking now and then, a
tiny oil lamp on the table, its flickering small flame not brighter than the moonlight.
A bowl of congee, a small dish of pickled radish, a voracious figure and a crowd of
stupefied villagers.
Miss Xiao Zhuo! Wu Si glanced at the empty bowl again, swallowed and
cautiously asked, Do you want another serving?
Zhuo Qing put down the bowl and coldly replied, Call me Zhuo Qing. Well, Im
full now.
Oh. Wu Si let out a long sigh of relief. She finally had enough, after seeing the
bottom of the pot. Dont all ladies eat slowly and pick at their food? Have they
perhaps abducted the wrong person? Every villager thought of the same thing!
Their eyes right away opened wide. Zhuo Qing knew too without looking at them
what they were thinking. But, she had not eaten anything for three or four days. She
was not interested in playing coy.
The villagers can only dare have this thought in their minds, but no one dared to
speak. This girl exuded coldness from head to toe, especially her eyes which were
like arrows penetrating a person. They did not dare look her in the eye at all. Xiao
Wuzi who was used to enduring a lot of difficulties in the past, though not daring to
get too close, crouched beside her and fawningly asked, Fortunately, you were
dressed up like a villager, otherwise they would have found you. But how did you
know people from the Estate of the Prime Minister will come?
Pulling the large, coarse clothing draped on her body, Zhuo Qing snappily scolded,
You should thank your own luck that only family servants came and not soldiers.
You have indeed chosen the right man. It seems this Prime Minister Lou actually
knows right from wrong. A master who has compassion for the common people.
Otherwise he would have sent troops and had them all arrested. Still, she was afraid
he was not a person they could afford to provoke!
Affected by her rebuff, Xiao Wuzi twitched his mouth, leaned over and asked, Are
you saying then Prime Minister Lou will really come?
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Zhuo Qing smiled faintly and calmly replied, He will definitely come.
The corners of her mouth fluttered as she smiled. Xiao Wuzi distractedly watched
her at length. She seemed very nice.
Zhuo Qings voice has not yet faded out when an urgent, excited male voice was
already yelling all the way from the village. Elder brother Wu! Elder brother Wu!
Finally bursting into the house, Liu Yu, sweating profusely, huffed and puffed. His
face was turning dark red, but words were not coming out of his mouth. Wu Si hastily
swatted his back and asked, What happened to make you this anxious?
Liu Yu, pointing outside, excitedly exclaimed, Prime . . . Prime Minister Lou is
here!
Wu Si widened his eyes in shock. Clutching Liu Yus collar, he urgently asked,
Really? Where is he?
In his excitement, Liu Yu did not mind being grabbed in the neck, exclaimed,
Really, its true. Hes just at the entrance of the village.
After a second of silence, cries of joy erupted inside the hut.
Prime Minister Lou really came! Wu Si muttered in disbelief. After recovering his
wits, he promptly called out loudly, Hurry, hurry, hurry. Lets go out to meet him!
Wu Si hurriedly and excitedly strode out of the door. Suddenly recalling something,
he rushed back into the house. Randomly rummaging, his mouth was anxiously
mumbling, The appeal! Wheres the appeal?
Zhuo Qing sat like a statue on the stool. Eyeing him indifferently scurrying about
like a headless fly until unable to stand it anymore she rolled her eyes. Brandishing
the appeal on her hand, she said impatiently, Here it is.
Wu Si rushed to her and carefully took the appeal from her hand. Cheerfully he said,
Zhuo Qing, you come with us to the village. Prime Minister Lou already came.
After we tell him our grievance, you too can go and return with him.
No! Zhuo Qing hurriedly said.
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Why? Wu Si was puzzled. She originally is a person of Prime Minister Lou. Now
she can go back. Why does she look unwilling?
Because she is Zhuo Qing. She is not a gift. Furthermore, shes not somebodys
accessory! Of course, these need not be explained to them. Zhuo Qings eyes rolled.
Quite unlike her usual tone, she gently replied, If I go back with him and he does
not give you redress for your grievance, what will you do? You go. Ill stay here.
Once they were all gone, shed then sneak out!
This isnt right. Wu Si hastily shook his head. Youre a precious young lady.
Youve been abducted. We made you suffer hardship. Yet you helped us write the
appeal and wanted to help us appeal for justice. We cannot wrong you anymore. You
and Prime Minister Lou can return together. I believe, since Prime Minister Lou
have come, surely he will meet the people!
This young lady behaved icy cold all day long, but she really has a good heart. They
cannot hold her up any longer. If a young girl was abducted for a few days, indeed
her reputation and integrity may be ruined!
Yes! Miss Zhuo, you go back.
Yes! Do not let us hold you up.
Listening to their sincere and comforting words Zhuo Qings heart felt sorry. If she
just walks away, what will happen to the villagers?
She does not have the heart to let the villagers be implicated, and even less to end
up as someones gift. Zhuo Qing found herself trapped in a dilemma. Unfortunately,
this prime minister was already in the village. Running out of options, she could only
proceed one step at a time. Her arms looped around her chest, her face stern,
deliberately she asked, Do you really want to help Lin Bo Kang appeal for justice?
Of course! Surely, that was obvious?
Very good! Zhuo Qing slightly raised her head. Sweeping her calm gaze slowly
across everyone in the hut, she said firmly, I want you to just listen to me. I can
find a natural way to get Prime Minister Lou to act on your appeal for justice. Later
I will go with you. But, before the Lin Bo Kangs case concludes, you must never
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reveal my identity to Prime Minister Lou. Right now, I am one of your villagers,
called Zhuo Qing. Bear that in mind, okay?
The villagers looked at each other with consternation. Most people did not
understand. But, each time they are confronted with this pair of calm, cold eyes, they
ineffably could not refuse and thus finally they could only foolishly nod their heads
saying, Yes!
Come on. Secretly relieved, Zhuo Qing grabbed a worn-out hat hanging on the
wall, pulling it over her head to fasten her hair coiled in a bun atop and hiding it
securely. Only then did Zhuo Qing walk out of the shabby hut, along with the
villagers headed for the entrance of the village where a lot of people have already
assembled.
She hopes it will not be too tough to deal with Prime Minister Lou! The group of
people hurriedly rushed to the entrance of the village. Zhuo Qing did not walk too
close in front. Her location was just so that she could see clearly the situation ahead,
yet also stay hidden amidst the crowd.
Zhuo Qing narrowed her eyes as she was nearing. She could not help but have a
sinking feeling in her heart. Originally, she surmised that since meeting a large mob
of hot-headed villagers who could pose danger for the prime minister, there should
be a hundred of bodyguards with him or at the least, a few dozens of elite troops!
Who would have thought the situation would turn out like this?
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Chapter 7: Lou Xi Yan Part 2
Under the big banyan tree in the entrance to the village, two men of strong and
muscular build stood opposite hundreds of villagers: one had dark skin, nearly
blending into the moonlight, his entire face covered with cold frost as if its carved
from a glacier while the other had snowy white skin with a pair of blue eyes like the
deep sea, such magical eyes enchanting people. Nevertheless, their looks were
equally menacing and their imposing stance threatening. Under the dim light of the
night, these people, one black and one white, two people standing shoulder to
shoulder, inexplicably somewhat terrifying the people.
Their bodies leaned on one side of the banyan tree, while a splendidly dressed man
who looked bored stiff leaned on the other side, his countenance handsome and
bright, his motions casual and carefree, somehow striking a debonair figure.
Zhuo Qings wandering gaze settled on the man standing behind whose long body
was leaning on the tree, unexpectedly he shifted without opening his eyes!
Under the moonlight, the man was dressed in a deep plum long gown, the lapel of
which was embroidered with several wisps of simple, wavy dark lines of golden
threads, his hair was bunched with a simple jade buckle, wearing no hair crown,
nevertheless, it did not lessen his noble and elegant style. His long and narrow eyes
slightly fluttered, with a matching genial smile on the corners of his mouth, his
gestures are all graceful, indeed a gentleman like a jade, of his appearance one may
say, it warms the heart and delights the eye. But Zhuo Qing felt a bit fascinated,
especially his eyes, profound and quiet, they seemed to see through everything, in it
a little faint trace of
A little of what? Zhuo Qing slightly narrowed her eyes as she tried to think. Just
when she wanted to look a bit more clearly, the mans eyes suddenly widened and
he turned, looking towards her direction. Alarmed, Zhuo Qing hurriedly bowed her
head, pulled down the ragged hat, hiding most of her face and heaved a sigh of relief.
A man with keen senses!
Lou Xi Yan appeared to casually scan the crowd, yet he did not find anything amiss.
Just a moment ago, he had the odd feeling of being scrutinized. Was it just his
imagination, or had the said person hidden himself too well? If so, his visit here
would not be in vain.
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As Lou Xi Yans mood was rather cheerful, he raised his head wearing a warm smile,
took a step forward towards the opposite side while the villagers helplessly stared at
him in trepidation.
Only when Lou Xi Yan strolled towards them, did the villagers manage to react,
promptly they kneeled and cried out, We meet the Prime Minister Da Ren[4]! Zhuo
Qing, not used to going down on her knees, was left without choice and forced
herself to follow the gesture, also half crouching her body.
Everyone get up. Lou Xi Yan slightly raised his hand, chuckled, and asked, You
invited me to come here, what is the matter?
Invited? Zhuo Qing gently arched her eyebrow, that this can still be regarded as an
invitation, this awesome man has good style! His melodious voice, quiet and sleek
but slightly muffled, it sounded very fitting to this man. Pulling the hat, Zhuo Qing
could not help but look up again, looking at the man in front whose laughter
reminded one of a spring breeze.
The prime minister, according to hearsay, was indeed gentle and cultivated and who
loved the common people as his own children! The villagers, greatly encouraged, in
unison exclaimed, Prime Minister Da Ren, we beseech you to redress our
grievance!
The cry for redress repeated continuously, Qi Tian Yu unable to endure it cupped
his ears, and coolly said, If you want to appeal for justice, you should go to the right
authorities, you seized a person first and threatened a court official afterwards, do
you want to go into jail? He initially thought he would enjoy a good show here but
had he known earlier it was going to be this boring, he would not have come.
Qi Tian Yus voice hardly faded out, Wu Si already hastily got up. Zhuo Qing
wanted to hinder him, unfortunately he moved so quickly, Zhuo Qing was unable to
grab even the sleeves of his clothes.
Wu Si, kowtowing in front of Lou Xi Yan, resolutely knocked his head on the ground
three times, took a deep breath and exclaimed, Prime Minister Da Ren, we, peasants
are dull-witted, we have come this far as it was our last resort, we
[4] Da Ren a title of respect towards superiors
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have been to the government office countless times already. The officials said the
case has been sentenced already and threw us out. Yet we held back. We tried to find
Enforcement of Penalties Da Ren to appeal for justice, but Da Ren also is not in the
capital. We wanted to seek you to reason, but can common people enter the Estate
of the Prime Minister as they wish? We really are Wu Si did not know what to
say anymore, he could only bitterly continue to kowtow with vigor.
Dong, dong!
Zhuo Qing listened to the thudding sound apprehensively. He thinks his head is made
of iron! Zhuo Qing suddenly swatted Xiao Wuzi who was beside her, she whispered,
Demand justice!
What? A confused Xiao Wuzi asked. Idiot! Firmly pinching his arm, Zhuo Qing
hissed the word through her teeth, Shout injustice -
Xiao Wuzi, finally recovering his wits, yelled, Injustice! Her hand is very strong,
how it really hurts!
His quite mournful cry also jolted the crowd of stupid villagers to action,
immediately afterwards they followed suit, likewise yelling injustice one after the
other.
Prime Minister Da Ren, injustice
Prime Minister Da Ren, grant us redress
Backing down, Lou Xi Yans eyes swept across the sincere, indignant faces, it looks
as if these people really have suffered an injustice which they want to appeal.
Consequently, he stepped forward, propped Wu Si up who had incessantly
kowtowed the whole time, and said, You might as well tell me straightforward the
circumstances surrounding this injustice.
Wu Si frantically got up, not daring to let Lou Xi Yan lend his arm to support him,
he groped his body well for a moment and carefully fished out a piece of paper from
his bosom, very cautiously he proffered it, This is the appeal.
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They also wrote an appeal! Lou Xi Yan received it with a smile and slowly, he
unfolded the paper. A moment later, his smile steady, he casually asked, This
appeal, who wrote it?
Qi Tian Yu walked over, curious, he took hold of the appeal. Other people may not
be aware but he and Lou Xi Yan grew up together. The more casual his tone is, the
gentler his smile is, the more he minds about an explanation, the more suspicious it
is!
Oh no, Im done for! Zhuo Qing cursed under her breath. By all means, do not turn
around, do not look at me, do not look back! Zhuo Qing muttered the words in her
mind countless times, but unfortunately the heavens didnt hear her prayers, the
villagers turned around in concert and without exception everyone stared at her.
Damn it! What a pack of idiots, brainless idiots!
Zhuo Qing called to mind every swear word she learned in her twenty years of life
and cursed them over and over. Still, she had to get up slowly, because this gentle
line of sight has already tightly zoomed in on her.
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Chapter 8: First Confrontation
Lou Xi Yans eyes followed the crowds line of sight to a slim figure crouching on
the ground with his head down. After a long time, the person slowly stood up. A big
hat covered most of his face obscuring his appearance and a large coarse clothing
was draped around his body. He seemed even more petite. He looked just like a
harmless youngster, but Lou Xi Yan had reservations about that.
The person maintained his silence, amused, Lou Xi Yan inquired, Did you write
this appeal?
Zhuo Qing kept her head down, her voice low, feebly replied, Yes. How much she
had wanted to deny it, but the kneeling idiots behind her will only get her into
trouble, its her first time to abhor such simple but kind-hearted working people.
Qi Tian Yu looked at Zhuo Qing up and down sizing her up, gently he shook the
appeal on his hand, he deliberately exclaimed loudly to Lou Xi Yan, The wording
is fairly concise and sharp, but the handwriting is awfully ugly.
Zhuo Qing still kept her head down, not saying a word. Never before has she anyway
claimed her handwriting is beautiful, he just wanted to provoke her but still, he had
a point.
Zhuo Qing decided to play dumb and stared blankly, Lou Xi Yan wasnt perturbed,
turning towards Wu Si, he asked, You are not his family and not linked to this case,
why are you clamoring for his innocence? What is your evidence that he was
wrongly accused?
Wu Si did not dare look directly at Lou Xi Yans eyes, the words he has rehearsed
countless times before poured out of his heart like a stream, Prime Minister Da Ren,
Lin Bo Kang is the benefactor of our entire village! The Niu Jia village has only
three wells. All villagers, animals, and plants for our food rely on these sources of
water. During times of bad weather, frequent droughts caused crop failures. Over
the last few years, it was our benefactor who sustained us by providing us food and
even winter blankets. Doing this not just for one or two days, but for ten years in a
row. A whole decade! Hes such a great philanthropist. How could he be guilty of
substituting shoddy goods, stealing, and switching military provisions? Our
benefactor is absolutely nothing of the kind! He must have been wrongly accused!
Prime Minister Da Ren, please reconsider!
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As it turned out, this is about that case of theft and switching of army provisions. As
early as half a month ago, the Ministry of Justice has already passed judgment on it.
The case had human testimony and material evidence, even a letter of confession.
Lou Xi Yan was puzzled, The government office has already judged this case. Lin
Bo Kang also pleaded guilty and even signed a letter of confession. What is this
charge of injustice about? Unless you have supporting evidence in your hand?
We They did not have such evidence! Theyre simply relying on their
conviction! Fearing that Minister Lou was not convinced of its truth, Wu Si kneeled
again and began to knock his head on the ground.
Benefactor would never do such a thing! Da Ren, please reconsider!
A big man, choking back his sobs while kowtowing, the villagers behind him
followed suit, kneeled, and began to kowtow.
Dong, dong, dong
Hearing these thumping sounds really fired up Zhuo Qings anger. They were
unbelievably a bunch of pigs! They ought to speak but they didnt, all they know is
to kowtow! Zhuo Qing grabbed Wu Sis shoulders and coldly said, Enough.
Standing out of the crowd, Zhuo Qing stood opposite him and coldly narrated,
According to what Lin Bo Kangs wife said, she visited him in prison after the case
was sentenced. Lin Bo Kang still insisted that he was wrongfully accused. How can
a man who already pleaded guilty still insist on his innocence? The case was not
heard in public, we have grounds to suspect that Lin Bo Kangs confession was
extorted under torture. Either he was forced to or his fingerprints were pressed on
while he was in an unconscious state.
Torture? Such an interesting word. Though his appearance was obscured, his clear,
calm voice and composed bearing gave Lou Xi Yan a feeling that this person was
no ordinary villager. Gradually, he neared Zhuo Qing and tenaciously asked,
Having said this, do you have evidence?
A strong sense of oppression! His voice was undoubtedly very gentle, his smiling
expression very light, but this said gentle line of vision always made Zhuo Qing
inexplicably tense.
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Gu Yun always claimed that offense is the best defense, she believed this just now!
Shes never been one to retreat and today was as good as any day. Slightly raising
her head, Zhuo Qing confidently said, Whether he was interrogated under torture,
checking his body for injuries will naturally clear the issue. Lin Bo Kang insists he
was wrongly accused but obviously, theres someone who could not wait to settle
this case. I dare ask the Prime Minister, if it really was interrogation under torture,
what are you going to do about it?
Lou Xi Yan was caught by surprise: unexpectedly he wasnt intimidated! Under the
moonlight, two people stood opposite each other. A pair of clear eyes below the hat
met his steady gaze.
Yes, theyre clear! He had not come across such clear eyes in so many years. Having
spent a long time in the imperial court where everyone wore masks, he almost forgot
this openness. Feeling warm in his heart due to this rare openness, Lou Xi Yan
replied in a lowered tone, If it is truly as you claim, then of course, therell be a
retrial.
Oh great! Pressing for more as a follow up to this victory, Zhuo Qing purposely
asked aloud, For the sake of fairness, will the Prime Minister conduct the retrial of
this case in public?
A retrial open to public? He cornered him on this! If he does not consent to a public
hearing it would seem justice was not served!
Very good! With a smile, Lou Xi Yan lightly nodded, languidly he responded, I
think this idea is great, making the retrial of this case open to public is very good!
As soon as this sentence was out, Zhuo Qing basked in delight, but was thrown into
the abyss soon after hearing the next sentence. Its just that Deliberately stalling
his voice, Lou Xi Yan closed in on Zhuo Qing, underscoring every word distinctly,
uttering every word in an exceptionally slow manner, According to Qiong Yues
established laws, in the absence of new evidence to prove a prisoners innocence, if
after a retrial hes still convicted of the original crime, the proponent of the retrial is
guilty of the crime of contempt of the court of law, his punishment can be light with
a hundred cane strikes or heavy as serving the army for three years!
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What? There is such a law?! What kind of judicial system is this, filing an appeal
could even possibly lead to committing a crime? Why did no one tell her about this?
She swore she saw a spark of humor in the eyes of the Prime Minister, even though
it was fleeting, but it was definitely there!
Zhuo Qing was just about to open her mouth but Wu Si, as soon as he heard Minister
Lou was willing to reopen the case, promptly got excited and loudly declared, As
Im convinced our benefactor is innocent, Im ready to take responsibility of this
crime!
Ready or not, my foot! Not to mention Lin Bo Kang may not necessarily be innocent,
if he is really innocent, what is the evidence? Zhuo Qing itched to give Wu Si a hard
kick!
She was almost overcome with anger, but at this time Lou Xi Yan, displaying an
exuberant smile, spoke, You! Whats your name? This fellow is very interesting,
upright, and clever, and yet, as if not understanding him at all, from the beginning
Lou Xi Yan had been covertly observing him among the mob of angry villagers, his
interest in him growing rapidly.
She took a breath, restraining herself not to give vent to her anger, Zhuo Qing replied
coldly, Before you ask other peoples name, you should state your name first, this
is basic courtesy.
Is that so? Lou Xi Yan faintly smiled and replied: Lou Xi Yan[5] ().
Xi Yan ()? Zhuo Qing mumbled under her breath, a pair of bright eyes flitted
repeatedly across Lou Xi Yans face.
From Zhuo Qings strange facial expression, Qi Tian Yu acutely sensed there was
going to be a good show to watch, folded his arms across his chest and laughed,
Young fellow, do you have objection to that?
[5] Lou Xi Yans first name means evening countenance, but Zhuo Qing mistook it for its homonym which means
cherished countenance. I admit I dont know much about Chinese names, but from the context here it seems this
mistaken name sounded a bit effeminate.
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Shaking her head nonchalantly, Zhuo Qing readily replied, None.
Was that all? Just when Qi Tian Yu grew disappointed, Zhuo Qing in neither a loud
nor soft, light nor heavy tone blurted out, Imagine an illustrious man bearing a
womans name.
The aftermath of Zhuo Qings blurting out aloud her private musings was startling,
the hundreds of people gathered in the entrance of the village instantly fell into dead
silence.
A sense of horror swamped the villagers, Jing Sa and Mo Bai scowled, Qi Tian Yu
was struck dumb, even though he himself also considered Xi Yans name very
But no one ever dared to mention this to his face! Ah, this kid! To have such nerve!
Qi Tian Yu swore he just caught sight of the ever gentle and refined Prime Minister
Lou whos renowned among the six kingdoms for his invariable affable smile, for
the first time the corners of his mouth curved stiffly into a smile like they were
twitching.
Someones going to encounter bad luck!
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Chapter 9: First Confrontation (Part 2)
Lou Xi Yan kept silent. No one knew how to react, hundreds of people occupied the
entrance of the village silently. The Chief thought it was somewhat strange and the
atmosphere seemed to become stuffy. Zhuo Qing cast a quick glance at Lou Xi Yan,
he smiled and his narrow eyes slightly up, very lovingly gazing at her. It was a
pity, Zhuo Qing did not see a gentle and lukewarm feeling. Instead, there was a
somewhat overwhelming feeling!
He was a prime minister, a legend, said to be gentle and kind as jade, so he should
not be so narrow-minded?! Holding onto the brim of her hat, Zhuo Qing quietly
retreated, a gentleman would not stand under the wall of danger[6].
Surprisingly, her feet had just moved, all of a sudden flash of lightning with thunder
came down. Originally it was still spring but in a flash the wind began to blow
abruptly, blowing and swirling the vegetation. Zhuo Qing was startled and looked
up at the sky, only to see a dark, black horizon. Zhuo Qing was dumbfounded, Is
not it. She did not say anything outrageous, however, the natural science of heaven
couldnt tolerate it! To go as far as giving so much lighting flashes and thunder rolls!
After several more thunder, it began to downpour. Its raining the sudden
rainstorm let everyones mistake be forgotten in confusion. Zhuo Qing hurriedly
took advantage of the confusion and retreated. Suddenly, she felt a sudden pain in
her wrist that was grabbed by a clean and slender big hand tightly. Zhuo Qing looked
up and within a moment, saw Lou Xi Yan! Under heavy rain, everyone was in an
awkward position all except him, who still maintained a leisurely look, separated by
a thick fog. He looked like he almost couldnt see, but Zhuo Qing could still feel and
suffer from that slender eyes that were watching her intently.
The rain came down much more and much faster. Da Wu Si shouted loudly, Prime
minister, this way please! Go to the ancestral hall to hide and take shelter from the
rain! Lou Xi Yan smiled and nodded. He pulled Zhuo Qing and walked over to the
village entrance next to the ancestral hall.
Zhuo Qing struggled hard to let go off Lou Xi Yans grab. After a while, she gave
[6] An idiom referring to somebody who would not wait for any danger to come to him/her so its better to retreat.
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up to guard her weak appearance and to see his gentle emaciated look. His hands
strength was unexpectedly strong. How can she go against that big hand! Unless she
does not want her hand otherwise do not even think about running away!
Lou Xi Yan looked back and watched, a glimpse of a struggle for a moment, then
silently followed behind the youngsters body. The corner of his mouth
unconsciously and lightly perked up.
The so-called ancestral hall was just one large mud room, a small table to provide a
sacrificial offering that consisted of some burned and used up joss stick and candle.
With four extremely broken windows and rain dripping from time to time from the
broken roof, it was not that big of a place. Currently, there was an overflow of people
and it was extremely crowded. Fortunately, Lou Xi Yans two imperial bodyguards
stood guarding there so the villagers also did not dare to press in and come over to
the table in the corner to rest.
Her hand was still being held by Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing was not used to it but it
was unbearable to shake the arm. Zhuo Qing could not tolerate it and said, Prime
minister Daren, you can let go of my hand.
Originally Lou Xi Yan was ready to let go but after hearing her statement, he ignored
it. Instead, he used more strength to grab her hand and hold on to her wrist tightly.
His voice was gentle as usual, You asked someone elses name, but did not even
say your own name. It did not seem like a good courtesy in this matter.
~It hurts!! This man is too sinister! Her hand will break! Zhuo Qing stubbornly
gritted her teeth. She did not say a word nor reply. Feeling her palm and wrist were
trembling, Lou Xi Yan loosened his hand strength. This youngsters hand is too thin
and he was afraid that he would accidentally break his hand. Letting go of his hand,
Lou Xi Yan faintly asked, Whats your name?
The cold voice sounded muffled like a low sinking bow string of an instrument, Zhuo
Qing softly looked up to face Lou Xi Yan. Upon closer look, his features seemed
more handsome. This time he did not laugh, only a little smile against the
background of the narrow eyes, a tiny raise and thin lips, a faint trace of an evil and
unrestrained charm. Zhuo Qing looked up and, lost in thought, she suddenly saw
Lou Xi Yans eyes with a faint surprise.
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Her face! Zhuo Qing hurriedly bowed her head, but Lou Xi Yan captured her chin.
Her face slowly turned and timely lightning flashed down in his mind with white
light to show two deep shocking scars that covered the pale cheeks. He could hardly
see the complexion. Lou Xi Yans expression was shaken a little, who was so
ruthless that would leave such hideous marks on this youngsters face.
Zhuo Qing could not lower her head, only to press and live on the broken head cap
and to hold and cover up the other side of the intact face tightly. She lifted her leg
toward Lou Xi Yans foot and stepped on him severely. Humph! Lou Xi Yan
groaned softly with a somewhat high pitch voice and an expression. Zhuo Qing
hurriedly took the opportunity to slap his hand and retreat several steps.
Away from him and feeling a little bit oppressive, Zhuo Qing clutched the face cover
of her hat. She pretended to be surprised and said, Sorry to step on Prime Minister
Darens foot. It was too dark so I could not see. At this point, she really missed her
three-inch heels.
Could not see it?! He can also be a little fake! Thinking of his hurt feeling, Lou Xi
Yan outstretched hand was paused and finally down at once. Lou Xi Yan did not
advance forward.
Zhou Qing finally relaxed a little when she heard Qi Tian Yu began to interrogate
Wu Si, You all want to see the Prime Minister, and now he has already come so
you should release the little beauty whom you kidnapped!
Wu Si scratched his head, not knowing what to do. Miss Zhuo said that they could
not say anything so what to do now?!
Where is the person? Observing that Wu Si was well-behaved, Qi Tian Yu

continued and said, You did not kill her, right?
Repeatedly shaking his head, Wu Si urgently spoke, No, no, no absolutely no!!
Did you sell her?
Wu Si exclaimed, How was it possible!
Where is that person?
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The villagers once again went to the inside of the ancestral hall to look for that
silhouette.
Shoot! Zhuo Qing lowered her head and cursed, here we go again!
Bang!
Only to hear a loud noise, Zhuo Qing fiercely smacked at the sacrificial offering
table. The already tattered altar could not stand a few shakings from left to right and
collapsed with a bang.
The villagers were all frightened and stared at Zhuo Qing. Lou Xi Yan gently raised
his eyebrows, what kind of trick was he playing now? Well, everyone looked at her
now. Lou Xi Yan should not find out about her.
A moment ago, these idiot villagers demanded to look for her! The objective has
been achieved, however This is painfully killing her @$,$&@! (ZQ was
cursing because her hand hurts so much for smacking the table).
Slowly, she recovered her sense and lightly turned her back, Zhuo Qing took a deep
breath and with a clear voice said, She is alive and well so Prime Minister can feel
relieved. We will act on behalf of you to look after her with great care. After the
legal case has a public hearing, Prime minister naturally can see her!
If the case is not being reviewed in public, we cannot see the little beauty?!
Sweeping a glimpse on the floor to see the scattered and smashed pieces of wood,
Qi Tian Yu gave a spectacular look and laughed, Prime Minister Daren, this person
threatened you.
Who is this guy to wish for the whole word to be in chaos?! Zhuo Qing secretly
clenched her teeth. A cold voice replied, This son of an official blamed me wrongly.
Threatening like this will not result in the matter being heard realistically. I will
never do it.
With a big tone of voice! Qi Tian Yu blew a long whistle. This youngster is really
interesting. Shaking his head and pretending to be frightened, Qi Tian Yu
exaggeratedly exclaimed, You threatened, that was exactly called a threatening. To
threaten the court official is a very serious crime?!
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You! Zhuo Qing was so angry!
Lou Xi Yan suddenly laughed heartily and stood up. He narrated, Tomorrow at
noon, I will request the Ying Tian Hall to review the case file and inquire the details
of the case. I will authorize a special standard of the Niu Jia family village to send
ten people to go visit the source of the case. We will decide on whether the case will
need to be re-investigated and meet the prisoner afterward and then make a decision
again!
Many thanks to Prime Minister Daren! The villagers listened to this good news
and immediately knelt down to thank him. Only Zhuo Qing seemed to somewhat
think and watch Lou Xi Yan attentively. The way this mans mind worked
apparently always made people unable to make sense of the matter.
Looking outside, the rain was gradually growing lighter. Lou Xi Yan no longer
talked and was ready to leave. Qi Tian Yu chased after Lou Xi Yan and frowningly
asked, You really do not want to see the little beauty?
Having swept Zhuo Qings gaze, Lou Xi Yan indifferently smiled, Just let him look
after her for me. Zhuo Qing could not help but to feel stiff all over. His smile always
gave people the feeling of horror!
He walked to the gate of the ancestral hall. Lou Xi Yan suddenly stopped his
footsteps and looked back at Zhuo Qing. He said, You must appear tomorrow.
Why? It wasnt any of her concern?
If you do not appear, then they also do not need to come.
After throwing down that sentence, Lou Xi Yans party rapidly disappeared in the
rain within the neighborhood.
Hey Zhuo Qing was dumbfounded. This is Who is intimidating who

Ahhh!!
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Chapter 10: Committed Suicide?
The following day.

Ying Tian Town Hall.
The spacious, bright lobby with a just and honorable plaque hanging in the middle.
A carved jade embedded in a mahogany wood frame against the background of a
few shining golden characters. It was extremely dazzling. Two rows of brilliant and
strong bailiffs, dressing in crimson red were standing at the left and right of the
lobby. They were holding a long stick and were somewhat dignified.
The villagers who were allowed to visit could only stand in the lobby, almost had to
stand and go to the outside of the building. Since this was already advantageous, in
this way, the villagers were still feeling nervous and stood unified in one body while
hanging down their heads. The atmosphere was continuously every depressing for
everybody, except for one person.
Lou Xi Yans gazes swept past the hands ring chest. His back was against the door
frame. At the top of the doorstep was that lone picture of a cruel noble with the
attitude that was incompatible with the atmosphere of the dazzling lobby.
Lou Xi Yan had an official hat to cover up more than half of his face. Even if it was
insufficient to see his facial expression, Lou Xi Yan could guess that at this moment
he would face the angry intention of the villagers. Anticipating it here, Lou Xi Yan
thought his mood was rather delighted without any reason. Someones angry
intention would grow without restraint.
Noon, 12 oclock? Thats right!
These idiots did not sleep one whole night last night. They kept tossing from one
side to the other side not knowing what to do. At dawn today, the genius, she had to
handle and support them to deal with the issue at the Ying Tian Halls front door.
Welcoming the sunshine to wait foolishly until now!!
Her clothes were once again thick and rough. Her back was already covered with
sweat and wet. The cover hat made her breathless on her forehead. Her face was
already dripping with sweat. Staring at the officials front table to see Lou Xi Yans
whole body was fresh and relaxed, Zhuo Qing was extremely irritated.
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Todays Lou Xi Yan was very different than last nights. He was wearing a white
jade Zijin crown hat (an official hat), dressed in a dark golden robe, embroidered
with a semi-reclining volts gold unicorn on his breast. His eyes were sparkling and
ready to go. On the black brocade silk belt, it hanged a bluish green jade girdle
ornament. His face had the same bright smile, but no one would dare to act rashly in
front of him.
This Official calls to pay respects to Prime Minister Lou Xi Yan. Ministry of
Justice, Assistant Minister, Wu Zhi Gang, was half kneeling. His heart was nervous
and anxious. Ministry of Personnel. Although Ministry of Justice was overseen by
Prime Minister Lou, but on weekdays, the criminal cases were reviewed by the
Division of Adult Prison Management and Staff. It was absolutely impossible to see
the Prime Minister in the town hall. He was only a 4th rank minor official, how can
he not be terrified! To set foot in this building and sit beside this chair.
Slightly raising his hand, Lou Xi Yan laughed and turned around: No need for
courtesy. Wu Zhi Gang straightened up slowly, but how could he dare to sit down?
Prime Minster Lou was here, so how could he dare to sit next to him!
Wu Zhi Gang respectfully asked: Prime Minister Lou came today was ..
Lou Xi Yan smiled lightly: Several hundreds of villagers joined to write a letter for
Lin Bo Kangs behalf to cry out a grievance in regard to the stolen currency from
army provisions, how do you see it? Lou Xi Yan asked voluntarily.
Wu Zhi Gangs complexion was white, respecting with both of his hands, he quickly
replied: Prime Minister Lou, this incident was entirely based on human testimony
and material evidence. Lin Bo Kang himself had already pleaded guilty, absolutely
no miscarriage of justice.
Absolutely no miscarriage of justice? Lou Xi Yan watched towards the lobby to

see the married woman and asked: Lin Shi, you may have something to say.
Zhuo Qing slightly looked up, only to see a married woman about 50 years of age
had already knelt down, her voice somewhat trembling, but nevertheless answered
very loud and clear: Prime Minister, this woman citizen, on the 18th day of this
month went to the government office to visit my convicted husband. Husband said
that he hadnt stolen the currency from army provisions, he was accused wrongly!
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The married womans speaking voice hadnt stopped, but Wu Zhi Gang already
unable to resist to restrain her and urgently said: Ridiculous! It was written in black
and white and he had personally signed the confession, how could he speak injustice
already?! The army division old gentleman, quickly bring a file to give Prime
Minister Lou to look over!
Yes, yes, yes. A straight and timid male that was standing aside immediately
charged into the back hall. Soon he was clasping one file in his hand and came out
running. Wu Zhi Gang hurriedly took the file, with respectful hands, he handed it
over: Prime Minister Lou, this is the case file, the entire human testimony and
material evidence. He must not renege to admit his guilty confession!
Zhuo Qing was partly near the porch, with a pair of bright eyes cast sidelong to
glance at Lou Xi Yan, waiting to watch him react. He was trying to find Lin Bo
Kangs wife to come over. She surely had already seen the file before, only one
evening, what could he still do?! This man had reached the highest official position
at a young age, not without a reason.
Sure enough, Lou Xi Yan had not taken the file, rather he was having a headache
and sighed: You all arbitrarily asserted absolutely no miscarriage of justice while
the others kept on saying and crying out a grievance. Since this is the case, just take
a hold of the prisoner to come up. I want to personally inquire.
Wu Zhi Gang just stared blankly, but also not dare to speak anything. Facing the side
of the two bright bailiffs and in a low voice stated: Both of you quickly go to get
the prisoner, Lin Bo Kang, to come.
Yes. The bailiffs accepted the order and went.
Unexpectedly, this was already half an hour. Zhuo Qing faintly felt that this whole
thing was somewhat not encouraging. Lou Xi Yans complexion actually did not
look upset, he was only tapping a chair with his hand. However, Wu Zhi Gang
painstakingly stood by Prime Minister Lous side, his forehead sept out a thin layer
of sweat and he also did not dare to move easily while waiting for the two bailiffs to
come back.
Wu Zhi Gang barely scolded: Why did it take this long?
Looking at their soulless bodies, he anxiously said: Wheres the person?
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The two people gasped incessantly. One person confusedly turned around:
Reporting to Superior, Lin Bo Kang he committed suicide to escape punishment
early in the morning today.
Committing suicide to escape punishment? Zhuo Qing was paying attention to Wu

Zhi Gangs expression secretly. He heard the news and afterwards he almost
couldnt stand steadily. His complexion was white and then changed to greenish
black. It seemed that he was also frightened and stressed out that he could be blamed.
Lou Xi Yan did not say anything. His brows were wrinkled softly. Perhaps he also
didnt anticipate that a person would die unexpectedly! Could it be, it was a real
suicide?! Zhuo Qing subconsciously rejected her thought because it was highly
coincidental. The timing control was just too good.
Benefactor died?! The villagers all around opened their eyes wide and big. All
didnt dare to believe. They felt like rushing forth to go in but Prime Minister Lou
was on the scene so they could not dare to rush in. They could only worry helplessly.
Husband Madam Lin immediately collapsed to the ground. She hung down her
head and sobbed endlessly.
A thought came to her mind, Madam Lin suddenly got up to stand up and was
pointing at Wu Zhi Gang and she wailed: My husband was accused wrongly. He
would not kill himself. It was all of you who surely killed my husband. Madam Lin
crazily threw herself at Wu Zhi Gang, only to meet the two sides of the bailiffs who
used a long staff to stop her. But his mouth was still shouting and cursing her.
Wu Zhi Gang recovered and shouted angrily: Shut up, ignorant woman, stop acting
like a child in the court of law! Take her away! Wu Zhi Gang looked toward Lou
Xi Yan carefully, was afraid that he would get angry. Luckily Prime Minister Lous
facial expression and appearance seemed to be indifferent to that shrews arguments.
Let go of me! Madam Lin struggled desperately. After all, she was still pressed
against two big men. Both bailiffs were at her left and right sides and dragging her
to go out.
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Hold on! Just before Madam Lin was being thrown outside, a cold voice echoed:
There is no need to overtake a person urgently. Suicide or homicide, you can see a
dead body and will know it naturally.
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Chapter 11: Autopsy (Part 1)
There is no need to overtake a person urgently. Suicide or homicide, you can see a
dead body and will know it naturally.
Dead body will absolutely not lie! A cold voice was echoing faintly from the lobby.
Not only particularly ear-piercing, but also one strange person with a gray Chinese
style gown appeared.
Wu Zhi Gang shouted impatiently: Who are you?! You have the nerve to make a
disturbance in the main hall!
I What should she reply? Zhuo Qing lightly pulled her lips and lazily answered:
I just passed by.
Passed by!! All the people were stupefied. This What kind of answer was this?
Lou Xi Yan was stroking his nose. He was slightly coughing in order not to laugh
heartily. Passed by?! Luckily, he could think up an answer like that?!
He he he simply despised the court!! Wu Zhi Gangs complexion was black. Ignorant
young child, acting like this inside the court! What kind of a place does he think the
court is!
For a short while, Wu Zhi Gang forgot that Lou Xi Yan was still by his side. He
walked to the middle of the lobby, pointing his finger at Zhuo Qing angrily said:
Ridiculous, guard! Bring him to me
Wu Daren. The calling was not light nor heavy, but it felt as if a basin of cold
water was pour down on his head.
Wu Zhi Gang clear mindedly and hurriedly turned around with respect attitude and
said: Prime Minister, what is your instruction?
Getting up and stroking his wrinkled cloth, Lou Xi Yan asked: Where is the body?
Wu Zhi Gang looked over to the side toward the bailiffs. The bailiffs in a flurry
reported: Still in the prison.
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Passing through the lobby, Lou Xi Yan walked over to the side door. Wu Zhi Gang
immediately got up to follow and urgently asked: Prime Minister Lou, this is
your.?
Let the coroner do the autopsy. Ben Xiang (I) want to personally supervise to watch
if its really a suicide or homicide in the end! Lou Xi Yan had an indifferent attitude.
Wu Zhi Gang could not see if Prime Minster Lou was happy or angry, it made him
terrified and his sleeveless undergarment was already wet.
Madam Lin listened to the request for an autopsy. She once again wanted to step
forward. Lin Bo Kang suddenly died. The villagers thought as a group and
powerfully stepped forward to the side door. The bailiffs long rods already stroked
unexpectedly and stated: You all can not go in!
Madam Lin urgently grabbed the long rod with her hand to shake it out ferociously.
One side collided to the other side and she cried: Why? That was really my husband
ah!
Wu Sis tall and strong body blocked madam Lin to the side. His simple and honest
face requested: Big brother government officials, please let us in!
Out of the question! The bailiffs said without even glancing once at the villagers.
They were completely ignorant.
Zhuo Qing was half leaning against the door frame. She stayed leisurely to watch
the tug of war between the villagers and the bailiffs. They did not understand
anything because even if they went in, it would be useless. It would be better off to
pray that the honorable Prime Minister Lou to be wise and judge the case honestly.
Yawning, Zhuo Qing turned around to go out. She was sleepy to death. Ever since
she was brought to this place, an unfathomable mystery started. She just had not had
a good sleep. She wanted to look for a place to rest.
Again, thinking to accept what she should do, her feet were barely out of the door
step when she heard a clear and cold like spring waters male voice said: Let them
come in.
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The person who came was Prime Minister Lous personal bodyguard. The bailiffs
looked at him with a glimpse. They did not dare to stop and immediately released
the long rods. The villagers along with Madam Lin rushed to go in together.
Thinking that the voice was very pleasant to hear, Zhuo Qing curiously turned
around and saw a white shadow with astonishment beside the side door just now. He
was Lou Xi Yans imperial bodyguard, she presumed. Slightly squinting her eyes,
Zhuo Qing secretly sized him up to estimate his height, about 190 with snow white
skin, dark brown hair and he was very well matched. His facial features were clear,
sky-blue eyes that were similar to a colored glass. Summing it all up, he looked very
handsome and was an outrageously beautiful male. However, the most special was
not these features. His face had not had too many expressions. It did not look grim
nor gentle. One type of personality traits that was set apart from the other people.
She did not like this type but still had to admit that he was fascinating!
The man suddenly was facing her direction and walked to come over. Zhuo Qing
pulled the brim of her hat lower to wait for him to go past her. Nevertheless, he
stopped next to her and with his cold voice said calmly: Lets go.
Go where? Zhuo Qing pretended to be naive.
I did not mind to touch. He replied along with his cold and indifferent attitude. His
pale hand tightly grabbed Zhuo Qings arm.
Stop! I will walk on my own. How awfully annoying to use so much strength! Mo
Bai slowly released his hand. He did not say anything and walked ahead. Zhuo Qing
turned over and rolled her eyes. So, actually, as it turned out, a bodyguard at this era
must certainly exhibit ruthlessness! Unwillingly, she followed him to enter the
prison cell.
When she crossed over him, Zhuo Qing snorted coldly: Considering that you have
one pair of such beautiful eyes, I will not bicker with you. Or else, she was still a
person who had a bad habit to hold a grudge!
Mo Bai stared blankly. Beautiful? Because of these pair of eyes, he was abandoned
by his family. People said that he was a monster. He had no relative and no friend.
Even there was no one who dared to look straight in his eyes. These kind of eyes, he
said beautiful? With a hint of mockery in his eyes and the same pale face, he was
still the same as before, constantly indifferent.
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Qi Guai Ba Guai Prison
Zhuo Qing finally arrived at Lin Bo Kangs prison cell. Zhuo Qing deliberately
observed the surrounding near the prison cell. It was just located in the inner-most
cell of the entire prison. There was no bailiff who came in. This was just simply
unseen in a prison cell. Furthermore, she was not sure if it was a coincidence or on
purpose. How many empty prison cell was there in the vicinity? In other words,
whatever happened in the interior of the prison cell, it would basically be hard to
find any witness for this matter.
The doorway of the prison cell was already crowded with people. Zhuo Qing stood
at the outside but she could still see the high beam where the dead body was hanging.
The complexion of the deceased appeared purple and the face had an obvious
swelling. The facial skin had scattered punctate hemorrhage (the escape of blood
from a ruptured vessel). It should be because he was dead by choking for sure. Once
more looking down.
Zhuo Qings brows knitted unconsciously. Respect to Prime Minister Daren!

Behind her, a male voice echoed suddenly. Zhuo Qing turned around to look at a 30
years old middle age man who was hurriedly facing Lou Xi Yan to give a salute with
both of his hands.
Who are you? The middle age man was asked. Lou Xi Yans eyes just stopped
temporarily at Zhuo Qings body while his mouth was asking the middle age man.
Just now, he was watching the dead body attentively with his concentrated and sharp
expression. Jing Sa investigated for the whole night yesterday evening. Niu Jia
Village absolutely did not have this disfigured youngster. Who exactly was he? That
he would plunder whether or not this was exactly his idea. What was the intention?
Lou Xi Yan was very interested to know everything about him!
The middle age man respectfully answered: I (Xiaoren was the original word used
here), Wang Bing Sheng, Ying Town Halls coroner. I have already had over 10
years of experience dealing with dead body examination.
Coroner? That was ancient times forensic investigator. Speaking of autopsy, his face
showed self-confidence, even somewhat with a conceited look. Zhuo Qings irritable
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mood for the day had finally become a little bit better. She really wanted to see how
he inspected the dead body.
Then you should examine the dead body carefully to check if he committed suicide
or was murdered. He only took into consideration the details of the case, but did
not expect that if this was homicide, this could implicate a big judicial case at Ying
Town Halls prison. How was it simple?
Yes. Wang Bing Sheng entered the prison cell.
The bailiffs already took the dead body down. Again, the purple color of the face
and the swelling, the almost unrecognizable appearance and the stiffness of the body
which was lied down on the ground, it suddenly hit Madam Lin and she collapsed
and cried: Husband
Madam, be careful! The villagers landed their arms to support her. Madam Lin
retreated to one side.
Zhuo Qing took advantage to approach the prison cell, only to see that the coroner
lifted up the deceased head to inspect the bruises and again looked at the deceased
hands and feet. Not even 5 minutes later, he just stood and walked to the front of
Lou Xi Yan.
Reporting to supervisor, he said: Reporting to Prime Minister Daren, the dead

bodys complexion was dark purple, both hands and feet were downward verticals
and also the foot had a sort of burning bruises. The neck was dark purple color and
was strapped tightly. The bruises were straight and extended to the left and right
ears. Therefore, it was apparent that he committed suicide by hanging on an object
that looked like a belt.
Suicide? Lou Xi Yan muttered to himself for a moment and once more said: What
time did he die?
Hesitating for a moment, Wang Bing Sheng answered: Probably two shichen hours
ago (about 4 hours).
Wrong! Even a normal person could see from only looking at the livor mortis (skin
discoloration after death) that the deceased died at least 10 hours or longer! Standing
at the outside of the prison cell and with the extremely far away from the dead body,
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Zhuo Qing could not conclude the cause of death. Whats more, if she uttered rashly,
she would create difficulties to herself. Looking towards the front concentratedly,
she stared at Lou Xi Yan who was looking at the dead body. Zhuo Qing decided that
she wanted to start a discussion first!
Truly strange ah! Zhuo Qing pretended to be amazed and shouted: This man was
indeed
lucky to commit suicide and could still make himself presentable nicely. He changed
into his new clothes and shoes. Oddly enough though, he had not combed his hair!
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Once Zhuo Qing finished talking, everyone immediately looked at the dead body.
Thats right. His clothes were cleaned and well-ironed and his shoes were spotless.
Somewhat, his hair was carelessly bound. Not to mention that he was a criminal in
prison for two months, how could he have new clothes and shoes?
Wu Zhi Gang asked loudly: Where was the bailiff who guarded the prison last
night?
One medium build man stood aside silently next to a small bailiff. He hurriedly
stepped forward one step and whispered: Yes, it was I (Xiaoren) and Liu Wu.
Whats the matter? How could he change into new clothes?
The bailiff sheepishly replied: Report back to Daren, Lin Familys housekeeper Li
Ming came to visit Lin Bo Kang yesterday night. He scolded Lin Bo Kang because
he did not wash his face and rinse his mouth for so many days. He hoped to deliver
one set of new clean clothes. We saw them as master and servant with deep emotions.
He also only brought the clothes. We let him go in but he only stayed inside for one
incense stick time (about 30 min) and then he left.
One incense stick time seemed somewhat too short to kill someone.
After being silent for a while, Lou Xi Yan asked in a low voice: After Li Ming left,
you all could go in to check on Lin Bo Kang whether or not he was still alive.
Although Lou Xi Yan had not gotten angry but the small bailiff still did not dare to
raise his head and watch him.
He closed his eyes anxiously to tell about yesterdays situation: Answering to Prime
Minister, when Li Ming came, it just so happened that it was windy and raining. The
biggest storm. The tree outside of the prison was blown by the wind and fell down
to smash the outside of the prison door. We were occupied to carry the branch. A
moment later, Li Ming came out and still helped us to move it together. He left
afterwards. Then at that time our clothes were drenched and we had to change our
clothes. It was already very late at night. There was no patrol in the prison cell until
just recently when Daren wanted to bring the criminal. Only then we found He
was dead
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One group of idiots! Wu Zhi Gangs palm was resting on the small bailiffs official
hat. These group of brats unexpectedly made a fool of himself in front of Prime
Minister Lou. It probably made Prime Minister Lou to believe that he was this kind
of person that couldnt supervise and control the prison!
Lou Xi Yan absolutely did not see him in this situation and said heavily: Li Ming.
Li Ming was the last person to see Lin Bo Kang alive. He surely knew what
happened!
Yes. The small bailiff hurriedly ran to go out.
The dead body was still laying on the ground like that, it was really somewhat scary
for some people. Wu Zhi Gang hurriedly pandered and said: Prime Minister Daren,
this dead bodys examination was done and there was a heavy yin air in the prison
(from yin-yang, yin represents dark while yang represents light/bright). You should
first rest in the lobby. Do not get infected by the bad luck.
Lou Xi Yan turned around and just happened to see Zhuo Qings two eyes that were
watching at the dead body tentatively. She already stepped out of the prison cell but
stopped when Lou Xi Yan suddenly asked: What do you say? Asking one
youngster this question seemed ridiculous, but Lou Xi Yans intuition thought that
this youngsters answer would not be the same.
I Zhuo Qing hesitated for a moment. However, knowing that the cause of death
of the deceased was suspicious while watching without doing anything were
contrary to her professional ethics and code of conducts.
With a sigh, Zhuo Qing answered: I want to go in to have a look.
Impudent! This was an eccentric youngster who was at the main hall a moment
ago. He wanted to make a noise on this situation now.
The bailiffs were about to throw him out when Zhuo Qing was trying to come into
the prison cell.
Lou Xi Yans mood was rather good and he smiled when he spoke: Let him go in.
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After Lou Xi Yan spoke, Wu Zhi Gang was not happy but also did not dare to oppose
it. After all, Lou Xi Yan had so many years of experiences in the officialdom and he
could see that Prime Minister Lou extremely favored this youngster ah
Zhuo Qing entered the prison cell and squatted down beside the dead body. She
swept a glance at the neck that had bruises. Then Zhuo Qing used her fingers to
stretch and enter the deceaseds hair. She delicately inspected the head and
afterwards lifted up the neck to examine the back of it. After looking at it, Zhuo Qing
paused and pressed the mouth of the deceased for a moment, a trace of saliva flowed
out along the lips.
Sure enough, just like what she expected, Zhuo Qing held the deceaseds arm. It was
slightly hard and couldnt be bend completely. The dead body was very stiff.
Obviously rigor mortis (when the limb of the corpses is stiff after 3-4 hours after
death). She pulled up the sleeve of the garment and there was livor mortis
(discoloration after death) on his arm. Furthermore, there was some crisscross
bruises but they looked like old injury. The interrogation under torture to extort a
confession should be a fact.
Zhuo Qing looked carefully. In the eyes of Wu Zhi Gang, she just liked to make
trouble without a reason, deliberately making things complicated. He did not feel
like looking at her.
Wu Zhi Gang seized an opportunity to face Lou Xi Yan and analyzed: Prime
Minister Daren, based on what I (Xia guan was the original word used) saw and
since this was already ascertained to be a suicide, Lin Bo Kangs case should be
closed early. It should be premeditated early by Lin Bo Kang to request Li Ming to
come over and deliver clean clothes so that he could use the belt to commit suicide.
Lou Xi Yan indifferently smiled but did not speak. His gaze just stayed temporarily
at Zhuo Qings body. Wu Zhi Gang felt embarrassed.
Actually Zhuo Qing did not disappoint him at all. She did not easily and repeatedly
threw out a sentence: What if it was not a suicide?
Not a suicide? Lou Xi Yan smiled was even bigger. He just knew that this youngster
would give him a nice surprise.
Wu Zhi Gang just stared blankly.
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Wang Bing Sheng took a lead to shout: Nonsense!
Where did this youngster come to unexpectedly dare to call the outcome of his
inspection in front of the Prime Minister Daren. How could he endure this?! Going
to the side of the dead body and pointing at the neck, Wang Bing Sheng was staring
at Zhuo Qing and said: If he was hung after he was already dead, the bruises on the
neck would be white and they were not purple! The four limbs of the dead body
would naturally hang down and the foot would look like a colored patch burning
bruises. This was precisely the most advantage proof that he hang himself! You do
not know anything so dont talk nonsense!
Completely ignoring his shouting, Zhuo Qing slightly lowered her head and in a low
voice called: That blue eyes guy, you come here and help me for a second. Not
having any assistant was so inconvenient! The blue eyes guy, Mo Bai stared blankly
all of a sudden. Finally he walked to squat down next to Zhuo Qing. Following her
command, he gently rolled the dead body over.
Mo Bai unexpectedly would help her. Lou Xi Yan actually did not expect that the
indifferent and unfeeling Mo Bais heart would move and he was willing to help.
For what reason was this youngsters order could move him? Lou Xi Yan was
looking at Zhuo Qings back calmly. He was waiting to watch what good show he
would be producing.
Getting a complete ignorant from this truly nobody, Wang Bing Sheng swallowed
his voice and did not open his mouth to criticize anymore.
Zhuo Qing looked over at the dead bodys back and faintly asked: If the person is
strapped tightly while he loses consciousness first and then hangs on the beam of the
roof, isnt the dead bodys mark will also appear the same?
This Wang Bing Sheng was immediately speechless.
Not letting him ponder over too long, Zhuo Qing slightly raised her hand and coldly
said: I just asked you, yes or no!
Under the brim of everyones strict line of sight, Wang Bing Shengs mind was
panicking. He had a second thought, however the other side was just a youngster.
What was there for him to get panicky? Gently coughing to cover up his confused
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mind a moment ago, Wang Bing Sheng loudly answered: This was a possibility,
but this was simply your guess. What evidence did you have that he was strapped
while he lost consciousness?! He wanted to see what capability this youngster had!
Evidence? Zhuo Qing sarcastically smiled and suddenly got up.
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Evidence? Zhuo Qing smiled sarcastically and got up suddenly: I let him tell you
all where the evidence is!
He? Everyone followed Zhuo Qings gaze to look at Lin Bo Kangs already stiff
body that was laying on the ground. Obviously it was already a dead body, what did
he want to tell them where the evidence was?! Everyone could breathe the smell of
the dead body and could not help to come out to retreat one step themselves, except
one peaceful face of Lou Xi Yan.
First, explain about the cause of death.
Zhuo Qing pointed her finger at the neck and said: Hold and lift his neck up.
He really thought him as his servant! Mo Bais heart was secretly muttering, but his
hand somewhat could not help to do according to Zhuo Qings command. He gently
lifted Lin Bo Kangs neck up. There were bruises in between the crease of the neck.
It could be seen that the neck was strapped tightly with clear bruises.
The dead body did not have any other clear fatal injury or any sign of poisoning.
Obviously it was a sign of suffocation and the cause of death was solid because of
the belt around the neck and he was choke to death.
Zhuo Qing just now was barely speaking a few sentences, Wang Bing Sheng
immediately scoffed at her. Just now what did he say that was different, deliberately
making something unnecessarily complicated!
Not taking part in his dispute, Zhuo Qing crouched. Her finger pointed at the
deceaseds neck which was strapped tightly with bruises. She coldly said: The
deceased neck had two directions of bruises. To hang himself to die was also possible
that the two types of bruises would appear. The bruises generally and comparatively
would borderline even and neat, moreover the tongue and the throat bones suffered
fractures. This happened very seldom, but the deceaseds two direction type of
bruises should not be completely like this. Thyroid cartilage was located below and
parallel with the body, this strip of bruises happened precisely when the murderer
tightly strapped the deceased that was already unconscious because he was fighting
to struggle to get free, therefore the cuticle was peeled off under the skin. These
bruises were deep and clear, they appeared dark black. The other strip of bruises was
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the murderers fatal blow by hanging him at the beam of the roof to cause his death.
At this time the deceased already did not have consciousness so the bruises were
lighter color. The deceaseds cervical vertebra clearly was broken. This was the
outcome when his neck was already twisted strongly and violently.
Lou Xi Yan entered the prison and examined the deceased neck carefully. It was
indeed just like Zhuo Qings explanation. There were two types of bruises, one dark
and one light colors. It was absolutely distinct.
Wu Zhi Gang was extremely unwilling but also did not have the chance to be angry
so he followed and went in. Ferociously staring at Wang Bing Sheng quickly, Wu
Zhi Gang secretly cursed. This idiot, who was this capable coroner at the end!!
Catching Wu Zhi Gangs staring, Wang Bing Sheng suddenly recovered. No

wonder, a moment ago, this youngster was so arrogant, it turned out that he had some
ability to work hard and think deeply. Wang Bing Sheng aggressively refuted: If he
was strangled, the deceased neck should have the bruises that crossed over the back
of the neck. The back of his neck obviously did not have it! The top of the neck
appeared to be deep and different than the two types of bruises. It was also possible
that he struggled prior to death to create this!
Take off his outer garment. Zhuo Qing said gently, but who could seem to endure
silently.
Mo Bai slowly raised his head, but only to see Zhuo Qings fisted hands kept
relaxing and tightening. After several times, Zhuo Qing finally stood up. Facing
Wang Bing Shengs provocation face, she coldly said: You simply do not deserve
to be a coroner!
Wang Bing Sheng was in fury and said: What did you say?! He was the Ying Tian
Halls coroner for how many years and did countless autopsy. This youngster
thought to himself that he understood some knacks and dared to say that he did not
deserve it!
As a coroner, you can only speak for the dead. He used his body to tell you how he
died, when he died! What experience he had to go through before his death! And
you completely ignored it. Even, you did not carefully inspect the deceased bodys
every bruise, every detail and just arbitrarily made a conclusion. Just because of your
words, it was possible that he died in vain. The murderer would also go unpunished!
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She could tolerate an inexperience forensic investigator as all the knowledge and
experience could be learned but she could not tolerate an undisciplined attitude as a
forensic investigator who worked carelessly, was stubborn and liked to use strong
words to quibble! Undisturbed and cold voice once again echoed inside the prison.
Not only Wang Bing Sheng who was blushed red with shame, Lou Xi Yan was also
shocked in his heart. The person whom Lou Xi Yan met the first time was completely
different than this person now. He was somewhat icily arrogant and crafty at the first
time they met, but he was firm, persistent, strong, calm and profound now. Should
he really believe that he was a youngster originally? Lou Xi Yan was puzzled.
Husband The prison cell was quiet for a period and somewhat frightened the
people until the mournful cried and yelled let everyone recovered together.
Mo Bai already took off Lin Bo Kangs clothes a moment ago. There were many
large and small, deep and shallow wounds that were somewhat already healed and
some new wounds. Although they all seemed like old injury but at this moment, it
looked as if they were as grim as new.
Madam Lin almost threw herself at the dead body and was sobbing. Zhuo Qing
quietly said: Wu Si, hold and help her to the side, do not obstruct me.
Oh! Wu Si went up quickly to take along Madam Lin to the side. Miss Zhuo Qing
somewhat became different, but he could not tell where the difference was. Her
words were always hard to disobey.
No longer paying attention to the shameless Wang Bing Sheng who was standing at
the side, Zhuo Qing crouched one more time. She lightly leaned on one side of the
deceaseds shoulder. Mo Bai understood it clearly and conveniently helped him to
hold and turn the deceased over to the side. Zhuo Qing softly raised her eyebrows.
This rough man is intelligent and can be a decent assistant!
The reason why the top of the neck did not have a full strip of bruises around it was
because his back was pushed against something that was hard. Using strength to
tighten the belt caused the suffocation and thus leaving behind a trace of hard object
on the deceaseds back.
Sure enough, two strips of purple color bruises showed up on Lin Bo Kangs back.
Old injury would be different. These two strips of bruises were dark in color and the
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skin was damaged. The wound was new. What stuff was it? Everyone looked closely
all over the place to try to find a similar murder weapon. Lou Xi Yan took the lead
to walk to the side of the gate door. Half squatting his body and not knowing what
or where to look for.
Not understanding what Prime Minister Lou was doing, Wu Zhi Gang was also
checking for a long time. Eventually, he found the stuff that could cause the two
strips of bruises on the deceaseds back. The dimension and thickness of the prison
door was like an identical wooden pole. Pleasantly surprised, he called out: I found
it. Its the wooden gate of the prison door!
Groping at the top of the wooden pole for a moment, Lou Xi Yan softly lifted the
corner of his mouth and slowly got up. He also found it. As if she was waiting for
Lou Xi Yan to come over, Zhuo Qing lifted up the deceaseds finger after he turned
around and came, then said: The deceased was strapped tightly outside the door and
lost consciousness, because of the struggle, his fingertips still remained in the
sawdust.
Two peoples gaze met together for a moment. Zhuo Qing pulled down the brim of
her hat to obstruct Lou Xi Yans eyes once again.
Wu Zhi Gang nodded and appeared to understand clearly and said: So, Lin Bo Kang
was really murdered!!
Turning around to look at the small bailiff, he asked: Who also had entered the
prison cell today?!
Thinking hard, the small bailiff sullenly answered: Except those two who came to
bring the criminal, nobody had come to the prison just now.
Nonsense! Wu Zhi Gang cursed: How did Lin Bo Kang get murdered if nobody
came?
Really, nobody! The small bailiff was having unspeakable bitter suffering. He could
only lower his head to curse.
Because the deceased already died yesterday evening! Zhuo Qing was shaking her
head. They just can not allow her to finish the investigation of this case? This habit
is really annoying!
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Yesterday evening?
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Chapter 14: Criminal Prison Division (Part 1)
Yesterday evening?!
Wu Zhi Gangs pair of little eyes opened widely, ferociously was glaring at the
embarrassed Wang Bing Sheng. He scolded: What exactly did you say that was
correct? The time of death was even unclear. What kind of a coroner are you!
Dead body Wang Bing Shengs even voice trembled. He gently and cautiously
looked at Zhuo Qings glimpse to see that she kept silent.
He whispered an answered just now: Dead body appeared to look like this type of
the strip of burning bruises and it was stiff at the beginning. This was an indication
that the deceased just barely died not long ago
Zhuo Qing slowly raised her head. Wang Bing Sheng immediately did not dare to
say anything anymore and withdrew. Just a moment ago, he saw the bruises on the
deceaseds back. He was really ashamed and unable to show his face. It was because
he was excessively over confidence on himself so he would neglect such an
important point. This eccentric youngster said and also figured out something that
was not wrong. He was really ashamed.
Wang Bing Sheng mumbled and also was not able to say anything. Zhuo Qing coldly
said: You, come here.
What is he up to?! Wang Bing Sheng stumped for words to consider if he should
step forward or not. Looking at his face that was still somehow guarded, Zhuo Qing
impatiently shouted: Come here! What is he doing being so slow, she can still eat
him!
Wang Bing Sheng swallowed his saliva and still walked slowly behind Zhuo Qing.
He also did not know what was going on himself. He felt old to confront this
individual who took charge and wrapped up tightly as a youngster. Overall, he felt
incessantly lacking in his confidence.
Lou Xi Yans hands were at his back, forefingers were tapping lightly, face was
constantly soft with a scholarly cultured smile. But he was watching attentively at
Zhuo Qings eyes that were exceptionally bright.
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Squatting at the deceaseds foot, Zhuo Qing calmly explained: This type of strip
that appeared after death was called livor mortis (the type of discoloration on the
body after death). Under normal circumstances, it would show about two hours after
death
Incorrect, whats the measure of time thats being used here Shichen (two hour
periods of the modern time)? Really troublesome!
Converting secretly, Zhuo Qing once again continued to say: One to two shichen
(two to four hours) time after death, it would begin to appear. Three to four shichen
(six to eight hours) time after death, it would clearly visible. This length of time, the
livor mortis would maybe disappear but when you released the hand, it would re-
appear once again. After six shichen (twelve hours) time of death, the livor mortis
would link together into one piece and deepen in color. At this moment, the livor
mortis already could not completely disappear, only a little fade, after stopped
pressing the livor mortis, the recovery to the primary color was also slow. After
twelve shichen (twenty four hours) time of death, even if you used a finger to oppress
the livor mortis, it would no longer change the color. It would also no longer
disappear.
Wang Bing Sheng listened very seriously, but nevertheless his eyebrows were
wrinkled deeply. Do not believe? Zhuo Qing pointed at the livor mortis, said: You
press it.
Wang Bing Sheng nodded, he really wanted to seek the confirmation and used his
forefinger to press the livor mortis with some strength. After he released the livor
mortis, it was somewhat faded and a moment later it slowly resumed to the primary
color. According to her theory a moment ago, the deceased indeed died about 6
shichen hours (12 hours) ago.
Wu Zhi Gang firmly and anxiously asked: Wang Bing Sheng, what he was saying,
is it true?! If it was true, Li Ming was the biggest suspect!
This Wang Bing Sheng hesitated, looked a quick glance at the side of the
youngster. He still had to report back to his supervisor and said: I do not know. I
only know that the livor mortis would appear on the dead body within 2 shichen time
(4 hours). The longer the time of death, the deeper the strip, as to what he was
actually saying, I am really not clear.
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Shamelessly speaking, he really did not know that looking at the strip could see the
accurate time of death. If it was at the beginning, he would surely reject the
youngsters explanation, but when he was listening to the youngsters explanation a
moment ago, the youngsters words were irrefutable. He really did not dare to rush
to judgment.
Wu Zhi Gang was very angry when he heard that Wang Bing Sheng did not know
whether or not the youngsters explanation was true. He shouted: How did this
official know then, what he was saying was the truth or empty words?
Slightly sighing and casting glances at Zhuo Qing, Wu Zhi Gang asked in a loud
voice: How did you proof that you spoke the truth?!
He started to feel that this youngster was odd, but looking at Prime Minister Lous
face, it was not good to attack him.
Oh, great!! The answer to this question is Can not!! At this era, how could she
proof that she spoke according to scientific knowledge? Could it be that she wanted
to say that she had a masters degree in medicine, the youngest forensic investigator
and had issued so many piece of academic papers Or the crime scene would
become like a biological field anatomy class. She estimated that Madam Lin would
rush to pounce and tear her apart!
Zhuo Qing laughed at herself and tried to rack her brain. She followed after these
people from ancient times to exploit any excitement?! With her back was leaning
against the cold jail prison wall, Zhou Qing answered: I was telling the truth, but I
did not know how to use your comprehension to be able to proof it.
In other words, you still can not proof it!
Wu Zhi Gang wanted to attack but he was having a second thought about this
youngster who seemed to have a rather good relationship with Prime Minister Lou.
He was careful to proceed with the plan to attack him. He turned around towards
Lou Xi Yan and quietly asked: Prime Minister Lou, you saw?
He believed that the youngster was telling the truth. Then, in that case, he was sure
that he had a famous teacher who gave him direction and also a well-known person.
If only he could announce his masters name, he could proof that he spoke the truth.
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He was not willing to speak so there was only one reason, he did not want to expose
his identity!
He did not know that the more he tried to maintain his own secrecy, the more people
would want to spy on it? Luckily, he did not feel anxious! Softly raising the corner
of his mouth, Lou Xi Yan was about to speak when a cold, clear and persistent voice
suddenly echoed: He really spoke the truth.
All of the people were facing towards the coming of the sound. Zhuo Qing lightly
lifted up a little bit of the brim of her hat, only to see a 30 years old man was standing
at the outside of the prison cell. It seemed that he arrived a long time ago. He looked
really tall, almost as tall as Lou Xi Yan, but Lou Xi Yan appeared even more meager.
His appearance did not have Lou Xi Yans smartness but he had one pair of deep
and firm eyes. They did not resemble Lou Xi Yans, that pair of eyes would forever
carry a smile and thin pupils that would never let people felt what he was thinking
clearly.
This person wore a simple dark blue robe, seemingly covered with some dust, looked
as if he came from somewhere hurriedly to come over. Although it could not be
regarded as in a difficult situation, but also inevitably somewhat all of a sudden.
Unlike Lou Xi Yan who was always calm and appeared well dressed!! But also
Wait, why did she always seize and compare Lou Xi Yan?! She was crazy Zhuo
Qing had not thought clearly why this was not normal, when Wu Zhi Gang and the
other bailiffs shouted all together: Official Daren!! (Original characters used here
were pls see my comment at the end of chapter).
Criminal Prison Division?! (Again the characters used here were which is
the same as above without Daren ). Zhuo Qing raised her eyebrows towards
him with more interests. It was unlikely that people who learned forensics did not
know Song Ci (a forensic investigator expert during Southern Song Dynasty was
known as the Founding Father of forensic science in China). This person and Song
Ci were in the same official positions, just did not know whether or not he had the
same ability as Song Ci!
Facing everyone slightly while raising his two hands, Dan Yu Lan faced Lou Xi
Yan, softly greeted with a low sound yet respectful, said: Prime Minister Lou.
Lou Xi Yan stepped forward one step. He raised his eyes to tease mockingly and
said Official Dan, you are back at the precise time. Not too early or too late ah!
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Dan Yu Lan remained unmoved, punctually answered: This official should be the
one responsible to inconvenience Prime Minister. It should not be.
Lou Xi Yan was accustomed to the manner of not light nor heavy and laughed:
Official Dans words were too serious. You and I all are here in order to serve the
effectiveness of the court.
This was exactly the welcome tradition within the officialdom!? Zhuo Qing was
bored and wanted to yawn and she was really beat up. She was really really sleepy!!
She absolutely and honestly could not fight the yawn when Dan Yu Lan already
entered the prison cell and came towards her: You really spoke the truth, word for
word. What is your name? What was the origin of the person? Which location did
the master come from?
Zhuo Qings corner of mouth was rigid thinking that this persons line of questions
were very rude!
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Chapter 15: Criminal Prison Division (Part 2)
She absolutely and honestly could not fight the yawn when Dan Yu Lan already
entered the prison cell and came towards her: You really spoke the truth, word for
word. What is your name? What was the origin of the person? Which location did
the master come from?
Actually he already came as early as before the youngster lashed out at Wang Bing
Sheng. From the beginning he kept silent about the cause of death, just wanted to
know how much the youngster understood with regards to autopsy. Contrary to what
anyone might expect, he had not let him disappointed.
The youngsters understanding towards livor mortis (the discoloration after death)
was more than the average coroner. He was very thorough in his explanation. Dan
Yu Lan knew himself that he was rude to ask, but his heart impatiently wanted to
know this gray robe youngsters identity. Especially his master, what kind of a
person could instruct and produce this kind of disciple.
Zhuo Qings corner of mouth was rigid thinking that this persons line of questions
was very rude!!
Putting down her embarrassment and covering her lips with hand, Zhuo Qing with a
cold voice along with an obvious melancholy, answered: Official Daren, I think
you misunderstand one matter, I am not your subordinate, even more I am not a
criminal. You have the right to question me, but whether or not I want to reply to
your question will only depend on my mood.
Dan Yu Lan did not expect that he would answer like this and was absent-minded
for a split second.
The corner of Lou Xi Yans mouth had a smiling expression however it was also
increasingly intense. His temperament was absolutely unrestrained, thinking about
it this way, he was already polite to him last night.
Impudent! Fearing that Dan Yu Lan was angry, Wu Zhi Gang hastily berated:
Official Daren questioned you, you dare not to answer?!
With both hands on her chest, Zhuo Qing did not get angry, instead mockingly
laughed: I am having a conversation with Official Daren, you dare to interrupt?!
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You This, this, this was simply just a rebel!!
Wu Zhi Gang was so angry, his complexion and chest were violently moving up and
down, his finger was incessantly trembling at Zhuo Qing. He wanted to speak a lot
of words for a long time but yet had not been able to speak it out.
Zhuo Qing was somehow startled. It did not matter, he himself had not seemed to
explain anything ah! It was unlikely to get a stroke, ok These ancient time peoples
capabilities to resist and fight were rather weak! Zhuo Qing was really worry that he
would faint. Luckily, both of the bailiffs brought up an older man to come in,
breaking the awkward moment.
Daren, Li Ming arrived.
Regarding Zhuo Qings lacking in manners, Official Dan could only restraint his
emotions. Prime Minister Lou was calmed and unruffled in the middle of the chaos.
Wu Zhi Gang could not vent his anger anywhere.
The thought of anger at this time could only be turned over to Li Ming with a roar:
Li Ming, Lin Bo Kang was murdered last night, and you were the only person that
had met with him. What did you see at that time? Did you or did you not kill him!!
Li Ming hurriedly knelt down and lowered his head. Even though his voice was
shaking, his train of thought was nevertheless very clear: Daren, accuse me wrongly
ah! I (Xiaoren) am the housekeeper of the Lin Family. Master stayed in the prison
for a few months, received many hardships. I merely came to give clothes to Master.
At that time, Masters mood was not good. Xiaoren did not dare to stay too long,
only saying a few words to ease his anxiety. After leaving behind the clothes, I left.
Xiaoren was only staying for less than one burning incense stick time (about 30
minutes) in the prison. At that time, it was raining so hard. The tree outside of the
prison cell was blown away and broke apart the door. Xiaoren still helped the big
brother bailiffs to move the tree.
This Li Mings figure was a little sturdier than the deceased, basically he would be
able to strap tightly a person after he lost consciousness and hung him on the top of
the beam of the roof. According to the time of death and his coming to see Lin Bo
Kang, Li Mings suspicion was the biggest also, but there was no conclusive
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evidence. Reasoning for the details of a case was always Gu Yuns specialty, she
was solely engrossed in autopsy.
Quietly turning a few steps backs, Zhuo Qing retreated to the outside door of the
prison, lazily leaning against the wall and repeatedly yawning. There should not be
anything related to her afterwards.
You said that you came to deliver the clothes. In that case, was Lin Bo Kang in
front of you when he was changing into his new clothes and shoes?
Slightly raising his head to look a glance at Dan Yu Lans simple clothing, Li Ming
once again lowered his heard and quietly answered: No.
With a gentle voice but also a suffocating pressure feeling, Dan Yu Lan continued
to ask: Except for delivering clothes to give to him, what did you still want to help
him to do?
Li Ming had not pondered very long for this next question and answered: Xiaoren
only wanted to give clothes to Master and spoke a few sentence and then left.
Dan Yu Lan suddenly entered the inside of the prison gate, went to the right side of
the bedside. The simple and crude slab of wood that was used as the bed was covered
with straws. Dan Yu Lan raised his hand and lightly picked up a few strand of straws
near the bedside. One fussy footprint shockingly appeared: There was one muddy
footprint at the deceased bedside, but the deceased wore a pair of new shoes. Lets
just consider that was the old shoes, but the deceased was already in the prison for a
few months and rarely went out, it was also unlikely to have this much dirt. It was
raining heavily last night and you were the only one who came to see the deceased
in the prison at that time. This shoes print was exactly yours that you left behind
when you were hanging the dead body, yes or no?
Zhuo Qing slightly narrowed her eyes in a moment, the footprint was not easy to see
clearly since it was located and intertwined among the straws. It was more difficult
to discover and Dan Yu Lan all along was simply outside the prison door but
unexpectedly he paid attention at this a little. A very attentive and sharp person ah!
Li Ming was shaking all over and without elaborating said: No
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Wu Zhi Gang could not tolerate it and shouted: Take off his shoes so we can inspect
and validate it!
Two of the bailiffs immediately accepted the order, quickly dragging Li Ming to take
off his shoe. After one comparison answered: Daren, Li Mings shoe and this ones
footprint were identical.
After validating it, Wu Zhi Gang was even more arrogant and aggressively stood up
to say: It was really you!! Li Ming, you really had big guts!
Zhuo Qing snorted disdainfully, this could only proof that Li Ming had stepped on
the slab at that time. Nothing more, this was also a secondary proof and could not be
used to convict him!
Li Ming was already trembling just like a wind that was destroying a leaf,
immediately crawled on the ground to beg forgiveness and answered: I. Daren,
Xiaoren simply Xiaoren simply lost control temporarily. It was not my intention
to want to injure Master!
He pleaded guilty? Zhuo Qing always felt something was fishy but also could not
figure out where the problem was! Lou Xi Yans eyes gloriously flashed through for
a second but quickly disappeared.
You were in the prison before but it was no more than one burning incense stick
time. You killed a person, changed his clothes, forged the scene to look like he hung
himself and handled everything, you still dared to say that you lost control
temporarily! Unless you still have something to hide! Speak!
Slightly hold his voice high and with determination eyes, Dan Yu Lans body
emitted a feeling of righteousness. Li Ming was scared, shivered with cold and could
not say anything. Even Zhuo Qing was also shaking and dazzling impressively.
Li Mings eyes were slightly moving, very much frightened, simply incessantly
asked for forgiveness: Daren, please spare me. Daren, please spare me!
If Li Ming really did this much with a thorough plan to want to kill a person, it could
clearly be seen that he was a calm and also cold-blooded person. How could he
frighten this much now? He was the Lin Familys housekeeper and there should not
be any big deep hatred towards Lin Bo Kang, so what was the motive to kill him?
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Li Ming! You are one ungrateful person. When Husband was alive, you were not
treated badly!! Madam Lin was unable to resist her anger and resentful feeling.
How could she ever expect that the person who killed her husband had unexpectedly
followed them for a lot of years as a housekeeper!!
The villager also wished that they could beat to death this ungrateful person. There
was somewhat chaos for a moment in the prison. Dan Yu Lan made a prompt
decision and said clearly: We will imprison this person! Wait for this Officials
investigation for Lin Bo Kangs case file. We will do the hearing of the case again!
We will have our own judgement to judge the case on the merits whether it is pros
or cons.
Yes. The bailiffs immediately escorted Li Ming to enter the other side of the
prison.
Madam Lin and the villagers were also led out of the prison by the bailiffs. Lou Xi
Yan softly clapped his hands, the corner of his mouth raised to smile and said: The
Imperial, Civil and Military all said that Official Dan was calm and bright when he
was hearing to judge a case. I saw it today and as expected, it was indeed lived up to
his famous reputation.
Prime Minister Lou was over-praising.
Still with a calmed expression which Lou Xi Yan was accustomed too, two people
moved away from the prison gate side by side.
Wu Si saw Lou Xi Yan came out and at once met up with him. Extremely grateful,
he said: Prime Minister Daren, thank you very much that you gave us the conclusion
of the case. Please rest assured, it was our wrongdoing that we kidnapped the young
lady, however we absolutely had not made things difficult for her. The young lady
was a good person and still helped us to write the accusation. She also gave an
autopsy for the benefactor a moment ago. The young lady
Hold on! Lou Xi Yans face that always has a smile is stiff now.
He said: You said that youngster who did the autopsy a moment ago was Qing
Feng!! Qing Feng? It turned out that youngster was unexpectedly a woman?
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Dan Yu Lan looked at Prime Minister Lous face, only to see he was all shocked.
This Qing Feng was really not simple, could let Prime Minister to expose his upset
and annoyance. Not many could do it!
Who is Qing Feng? Was she not called Zhuo Qing?! Wu Si was puzzled and
unconsciously, his head raised to look for Zhuo Qing, but where was her shadow in
the prison?? With a surprise expression, he said: Where is she?
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Chapter 16: Barely Coming Out Of The Tigers Den
Huan Yang was worthy to be a capital of the country. In the evening time, there were
people already coming and going even though the street was not on the main road.
At one side of the road, there were a great number of shops. Originally, she could
properly appreciate what kind of capital city the ancient time had. As it should be,
the precondition was that the soul of a deceased that had not yet dispersed must not
blindly follow her. Then everything would be perfect! (This is an idiom meaning
that she would enjoy the scenery so much more if not for the fact that Mo Bai was
chasing after her).
Unable to really change anything, Zhuo Qing crouched at the corner of the wall
border to breathe heavily. Less than 10 steps over and above the intersection, she
could see Mo Bais white face that had no red color nor breathed heavily. With sky
blue color of eyes that were indifferent, he was watching attentively at Zhuo Qing,
he did not step forward to capture her nor did he walk a far distance from her.
Zhuo Qing was aggrieved. He had already chased her for five blocks. Five blocks
ah, that was why she was tired like a dog. Nevertheless, this persons one hair was
not even messy! With great difficulty, Zhuo Qings strength had come back slowly.
She did not run again and walked to Mo Bai.
Lowly panting, she asked: Blue eyes, what exactly did you want?
Mo Bais indifferent face did not have any expression and he did not response. Zhuo
Qing lowly cursed. She loathed to play with this ruthless person!!
With eyes glancing and roaming, Zhuo Qing was suddenly keeping close to Mo
Bais side and stood, her mood seemed to be pretty good, she smiled and said: Do
you or do you not want to follow? Following a little bit closer and it will not be easy
to lose me.
Zhuo Qing suddenly changed so that the heart of Mo Bai passed a little surprise, but
he did not have any expression on his face so it was difficult for her to see his mood.
There was one familys satin shop in the middle of the roadside. The decoration was
gorgeous.
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Zhuo Qings eyes flashed craftily, smiley said: These whole clothes are worn out
and smell bad. I want to buy new clothes.
Pulling Mo Bais sleeves, Zhuo Qing was dragging him to the direction of the satin
shop. Mo Bai indifferently pulled back his sleeves, but still followed her to go in.
Looking that there were customers who visited, the shop owner immediately
welcomed to greet: These two gentlemen Seeing clearly Mo Bais light blue
eyes, snowy skin color, the shop owner got panicky. He hurriedly retreated back one
step, did not dare to look at his face. Mo Bai already seemed to get used to this a
long time ago. His indifferent face was as cold as before as if it was always like that.
Even though Zhuo Qing draped over her self with this Chinese style gown (paozi),
covered her securely and looked somewhat strange, however, the shop owner was
still willing to talk to Zhuo Qing more and followed him. The shop owner politely
introduced and said: Our shops silk is indeed well-known around Qiong Yue, you
choose as you wish. This side also makes a good scholar garment. It does not matter
if you do not have any style that you like, the store can also make it customized for
you.
Walking to the direction of the small room next to the store, Zhuo Qing clearly said:
I want to try them, find a couple of person to help me to get the clothes.
The shop owner answered repeatedly: Yes, yes, please.
Both hands on her chest together and with Mo Bai was standing by her side, Zhuo
Qing provoked and laughed: Blue eyes, do you want to come in together ah?
Mo Bai immediately ignored her, his back was facing towards her cold front look.
Zhuo Qing secretly released a sigh of relief. If he really followed her to go in, it
would be a disaster. One burned fragrance incense sticks (about 30 minutes) later.
Ah
All of a sudden, there was a mournful female voice from the inside of the room.
After that there was a few loud sounds. Mo Bais eyes showed a tiny expression in
a flash, sure enough, that youngster played a trick on him. In a flash, his body entered
the inside of the room extremely quickly.
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Not a big place as there were clothing everywhere, scattered all over the floor. One
young boy was laying face up as if he was looking at the sky and his forehead clearly
had a bruise. Beside him, there was a woman who dressed up as a maid and was
laying down. Mo Bai looked around at the place and there was no place to hide.
By the half opened window, there was a wooden stepping stool. Pushing open the
window to look outside, it seemed to be the backyard of the small store. Mo Bai
quickly jumped to go out through a small gap towards the backyard of the side room
to continue chasing.
The shop owner hurriedly ran inside and was startled to see the room once he
entered. Raising his head just time to see Mo Bai jumped out of the window to run
toward his familys backyard, shouted: This, this, this, whats going on?! What are
you doing!?
The shop owner urgently shouted to call other people. The woman with the maids
black clothes who was laying down suddenly got up to sit. The womans profile was
absolutely lucid and elegant, it shocked and dazzled the shop owners heart.
With hesitation, he asked: Young lady, who are you ah? How was it possible that
this pretty young woman appeared inside his store. At that time, he remembered that
he only called a young boy to attend to the youngster to change clothes
The shop owner still had not understood when the woman already stood and came
directly in front of the shop owner. The shop owner was once again startled, oh my
gosh! How could this pretty young lady had one side of her face that was completely
destroyed like this, what a pity!! It was extremely a pity!!
When the shop owner was feeling proud of himself, Zhuo Qing was anxious but she
grabbed the opportunity. The skirt fell to the ground and she extremely rapidly fled
to go outside the room. The shop owner only saw a flash of a bluish shadow,
everything that just happened inside felt like a trance. After his senses came back,
the shop owner finally remembered that the clothes on Zhuo Qings body belonged
to his shop, Zhou Qing was already rushed out of the store.
A while later, only an alarmed yelling sound of the shop owner was heard from the
inside of the satin shop: Grab the thief, no, the robber!!
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Zhuo Qing avoided the street and ran to an alley that had less people. The alley had
twisted tunnels, turns, it was very tangled and complicated. If it was not for her
outstanding memory, she would be bound to lose her way. It should not be too easy
for Blue Eyes to find her, right!
Zhuo Qing still had not finished rejoicing in time, when she heard the sound of
several different footsteps following from behind. Barely thinking to turn around to
see what was going on, there was a flash of shadow right before her eyes and a two-
edged ice cold broadsword was already against her neck. She could not be this
unlucky, right. With great difficulty, she got rid of the person who was tailing her
but once again she would be involved in the middle of a killing enmity?!
The man who was in front of her had beard on his face, absolutely could not see the
age, bloodshot eyes full of fear and frenzy, the mouth was repeatedly saying: You,
you, you, you Do not act recklessly!
It is him that must not act recklessly, right?! Zhuo Qing was confused, at the same
time also fearful incessantly. At this time, there was one with a few mocking and
provoking anger of a young male voice, coming through from the back faintly: In
any case, you would not be able to escape the young masters (he used Shao Ye-
to call himself which can be translated as young master) control, you would better
be obedient, so as to avoid me to come to blow you!
The bearded male was even more frightened, one hand detained Zhuo Qings
shoulder and he was standing in front of her. The knife blade was closely sticking to
her neck and the hand that was holding the knife was trembling ferociously.
Zhuo Qing did not dare to move randomly as she could clearly feel that the knife
blade that was against her neck was swaying up and down. With a stiff body and full
of helplessness, Zhuo Qing said in a low voice: Can you not tremble?!
The bearded male breathed hazily, simply had not paid attention to anything Zhuo
Qing said. A pair of his frightened eyes were staring ahead. Contrary to what one
might expect, there was a lower sound of ridicule laugh up front.
Zhuo Qing lifted her eyes to look, not far way, there was a man with both hands on
his chest, lazily leaning at the entrance of the alley. He was wearing blue clothing
with short sleeves jacket, leisurely tiptoeing to strike the beat with a complete
hooligan manner. The man looked very young, about 20 years old, appearance
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actually elegant and handsome, with double-edged sword like eyebrows to join his
temple, tiny and narrow eyes like phoenix, roaming casually and carelessly.
The man just straightened his body, the bearded male immediately startled like a
rabbit. He roared: You, do not come over, otherwise I I will slaughter her!
The mans gaze had swept Zhuo Qings face, dazzling tiny phoenix eyes with a
ruffian smile on his face, indifferently answered: Do as you please, my purpose is
to catch a person to change for money, why do I care about her life? Your hands
already killed 5 human lives, killing another one is also ok, this way maybe I can
still receive 100 liang of silvers!
Right, ah! Bounty hunters scheme was not only about money! The bearded male
seemed to see that he had hope in the end, eagerly discussed: You let me go, how
much silver do you want, I will give it to you, more than the 100 silvers reward from
the official, no no, double the amount!
The man in the blue clothes cleaned out his ears (like he could not believe what the
bearded guy was saying) with an impatience face, embarrassedly answered: Stop
giving me nonsense, you want to kill just kill quickly, young master (again he used
Shao Ye to address himself) is still hungry! Rushing to receive the money!
Seeing that his favorable enticement did not work, the bearded man pressed the knife
even more on Zhuo Qings neck, irritably answered with a roar: You do not come
over, I will really kill her!
Zhuo Qing could feel that the man did not really want her to be killed, otherwise he
could refused to pay attention to her life and stepped forward to catch the person, no
need to hold back without doing anything to bide his time, but speaking about a
shock method, there was no need to speak so fierce, ok!
Hiss__ (sound of air sucked between the teeth, indicating hesitation)
Zhuo Qing had begun to feel pain on her neck, although the edge of the knife was
not deep, but nevertheless the blood seeped out slowly, the faint smell of the blood
was wafting through the air. Zhuo Qing moved backwards to breath a mouthful of
cold air, darn it, it hurt! Crap! Eldest brother (the original words used were -
dage), will you negotiate ah? If you will not, please appoint somebody to negotiate
an expert to come, ok?!
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Chapter 17: And Into The Wolfs Den

The bearded man was already met with desperation when the smell of the blood
forced him to be on the verge of being mad. The blue veins on his forehead raised
violently, the scarlet red eyes were staring at the man, his mouth shouted: It is you
who force me! You force me!!
On one side, he was shouting and on the other side, the large knife on his hand was
wiping toward Zhou Qings fair neck. Darn, Zhuo Qings heart was tensed, the other
hand of the bearded man was continuously sticking closely to her shoulder. Zhuo
Qing was unable to move a single step, soon the point of the knife would close in on
her and she also could only wait to die.
Just when the bearded man was in between raising his knife and lowering it, the man
with the blue garment and tiny phoenix eyes raised to capture a split second of the
time when he was raising hand, one knife as a cicadas wing, the tree leaves size of
a throwing knife caused the mans finger to crack with flying speed. Zhuo Qing only
felt one extremely powerful strong wind had swept on her neck, after that the neck
suddenly felt hot and the blood splashed on the top of the neck.
Ah! A similar yelling as if a pig was being killed was heard, the bearded mans
large knife fell to the ground but his other hand that was tightly grabbing Zhou Qing
did not release her. Darn it!
Feeling less of a threat from the blade, Zhou Qing grabbed the opportunity, grasping
the elbow with her left hand, grasping the shoulder with her right hand, fastening on
a steady horse stance to lower the central core (I think this is one of the martial art
moves when you make sure that your feet positions were steady before you do any
other move), lowering her right shoulder, twisting her left waist, vertical downward
force and throwing her mind to read silently the shoulder throw (judo move) formula
that Gu Yun had taught her. Zhuo Qing closed her eyes and used up all her strength
to throw down the bearded man. Bang, bang! After one beautiful judo move, the
bearded man felt that his body was light, dizzy and he was somehow thrown to the
ground. His back ferociously smashed the bluestone on the road and he was in
endless pain.
Zhuo Qing herself was also not as good either, just now she did not fear for her life
and used up all her strength. She seemed to twist her waist, was grimacing in pain
and with great difficulty, separated from the bearded man. Braving her pain, Zhuo
Qing stumbled toward the blue garment man.
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The man raised his shoulder, lightly shook his head and he had a contrived extremely
exaggerated facial expression. His mouth muttered a sound: Jiang Hu is dangerous,
Jiang Hu is dangerous ah
Boy, no wonder the old man said that Jiang Hu was the most dangerous, the scariest
woman! She just had thin arms, legs and small physique, unexpectedly, could take a
hold of almost twice the size of a mans strength and threw him down. The old
man indeed had the highest insight. This person could still have a little contrived!!
Zhuo Qing ferociously stared to glance at him.
At this moment, the bearded man who was on the ground was also having a hard
time crawling to stand up, with messy looks, he moved forward to run away, leaving
a thin trail of blood on the ground. It could clearly be seen that the knife hit the right
target a moment ago.
You want to run! The blue garment man shouted loudly. He unloaded a strip like
a thumb size rope, made a harness and effortlessly trapped the bearded man to stop.
Exerting his strength to pull, he knocked down the bearded man one more time.
Maybe because of his injury that was extremely serious, the bearded man groaned
on the ground and did not crawl to get up anymore.
Using the other rope that was fasten on his waist, the blue garment man proudly
laughed: I want to see where you can still run this time! He had a value of 500
liang! Chased him for 3 months, if the man ran away, this deal was certainly a big
loss.
Pulling the bearded man to turn around, the blue garment man saw Zhuo Qing was
still leaning against the stone wall, her complexion was extremely wrong like she
was gasping for air. Walking to her side, the man embarrassedly asked: Hey, are
you ok?
No. Still rubbing a muscle cramp on her waist, Zhuo Qing was in pain and
sweating profusely. Her complexion was exceptionally pale and the bloodstain on
her neck was also particularly obvious for the eyes to see. She was after all a woman
and also because of him, she sustained an injury a moment ago. He was somewhat a
little bit responsible for her injury so no matter what, he should not leave her?!
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Looking for countless of reason to convince himself, the man seemed to achieve an
enormous general resolution. Cautiously and solemnly pulling a small bottle from
his chest, he turned around after fiddling for a long time and said: For you.
Zhuo Qing raised her head, the man grabbed her hand and put a black shelled peanut
size pill on her palm with a reluctant face.
Zhuo Qing was puzzled: What is this?
The man excitedly replied: I tell you, it is to staunch a bleeding, frightened repose,
detoxify fever/cold, a good elixir medicine! Hurry up and eat it.
Elixir medicine? Zhuo Qing bowed her head to see her palm that had this
extremely dark pill, the pill was still emitting a strange smell. This one thing could
really take care of 3 sicknesses, how very unlikely?! Zhuo Qing would definitely not
eat this thing.
Zhuo Qings face snorted disdainfully, the man was in a bad mood. One side
reaching out to grab and the other side scolded: Return it to me if you do not eat it,
if it is not to see that you are a young woman, I will definitely not give it to you. You
are unable to recognize others good intention! Just this one drug, it is valued at 50
liang of silver!!
Even though she would absolutely not eat it, but looking at the mans love for money
as if it was his manner of life, Zhuo Qing suddenly clenched her palm tightly, hid it
behind her back, the man still wanted to step forward. Zhou Qing evilly raised her
head to laugh while she was throwing it away. Along with her beautiful gesture, the
pill disappeared among the debris.
She, she, she unexpectedly threw it away?! The man was glaring at Zhuo Qing, his
young face was full of heartache, 50 liang of silver ah! 50 liang In theory, just can
not be a good person!
Her face was no longer so pale, in addition the neck was cut by a knife and dripped
out some blood, nothing serious. Furthermore she also had the mood to argue, he
simply should not meddlesome to take care of her.
Walking back to the side of the bearded man, he vented and ferociously kicked his
two legs. Then, the man once again was pulling and dragging the bearded man while
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whistling and walking toward the outside of the alley, no longer giving a glance at
Zhuo Qing.
This man was really somewhat interesting, slowly opening up her other hand, that
pitch-black pill was still on her palm. As early as when the hand was on her back, in
the split second, the drug was already changed hands. Conveniently stuffing the pill
inside the pocket of the belt, Zhuo Qing turned around to look towards that swaying
rear view of the man, with a loud voice asked: Hey, what is your name?
Qian Jing (The Chinese character for his name is , -Qian as a surname
& -Jing as a chaste tree for herbal remedy). From the winding alley, the mans
distance shout was floating over.
Qian Jing?! (These are using different characters, -Qian as money & -Jing
as extremely (fine) essentially Zhuo Qing thought since his name has a money
character in it so thats why he loves money). Zhuo Qing was startled, filling her
head with sinister line, just how much love he had for money Thinking of him a
moment ago, he kept on saying about money as it never left his mouth. Zhuo Qing
had no choice but to sigh in admiration, his parents indeed had excellent foresight
ah!
Sitting at the corner for a moment, her strength finally came back slowly, propping
up on the stone wall, Zhuo Qing was walking at the alley slowly. However, after
walking for a while, her waist began to ache, leaning against the stone wall, Zhuo
Qing forced a smile. She really had too much bad luck!! After living more than 20
years, these two days were probably the most exciting time!
Supporting her waist, Zhuo Qing moved to go towards the entrance of the alley one
step at a time. Suddenly, a bright black chariot appeared at the narrow roadway, the
wide body of the chariot almost blocked the whole road. The chariot had a quiet and
delicate canopy, tall dark horses, really showed the social status of this chariot.
Zhuo Qing looked around in a glimpse, there was no coachman, also did not see who
the other person was. Anyway, the chariot was blocking the road. She also could not
walk to pass through and her waist was tremendously painful. Zhuo Qing planned to
go to the chariot to rest for a moment and to stretch her waist a little bit before
walking again.
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Zhuo Qing immediately decided to take action, tying her long skirt up to her waist,
with one hand, she was grabbing the chassis of the chariot, the other hand propping
up the shaft of the chariot, her foot was also kicking. With great difficulty, Zhuo
Qing climbed up to lift the curtain open.
Unexpectedly, there was someone in the chariot? Seeing clearly this persons looks,
Zhou Qing was extremely regretting! A pair of thin and soft eyes that she had already
disliked just shined lightly with a faint smile, raised thin lips, even more annoying!
Lou Xi Yan, this person whom she anxiously was trying to free herself from, was
just calmed and unruffled at this moment. Seeing him so relaxed and at ease and by
contrast, she ran a big circle, put herself into a difficult situation, unexpectedly came
around to walk right into the same trap at the moment
What a coincidence, we meet again. A clear and shallows male voice with a
trace of repressed emotion and smiling expression echoed faintly.
Coincidence
Zhuo Qing wished to cry but had no tears, she was really not having too much fun
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Chapter 18: Prime Minister Lou, The Fox
Freezing at the door side, Zhuo Qing had no room to advance or retreat. She lowered
her head in defeat to look at her light green skirt that was tied at the waist. Zhuo
Qings eyes were bright, secretly warned herself, calm down, calm down. He might
not necessarily recognize her!
Raising her head towards Lou Xi Yan with a soft and depicted eyes, Zhuo Qing
howled in grief. If he did not recognize her, that would mean he had something
wrong! Clearly understanding that she deceived others and herself, Zhuo Qing was
still sighing and softly pulled down her skirt. One side was trying to retreat and the
other side was using herself to consider the most gentle voice and stated: I feel
embarrassed, I went to the wrong chariot.
Lou Xi Yan lightly raised his eyebrows, a clear voice with a smiling expression
echoed lowly: I am still under the impression that you will say that you are just
passing by
Zhuo Qing was stiffed, ferociously glared a glance at Lou Xi Yan. She raised her
head so the dark blood red of the scar became undoubtedly visible. Lou Xi Yan
narrowed his slender and tiny eyes, his complexion was changed a little and asked:
Did you hurt?
It had been a little less painful on the throat, the blood was basically dry, Zhuo Qing
indifferently asked: It is nothing, just a little skin scratch. It was more painful on
her waist now!! A woman really was not suitable to fight violently. Of course, except
for Gu Yun who had that kind of genetic mutation type of woman!
Zhuo Qings heart was cursing silently, her wrist was suddenly grabbed by a person.
When she recovered, she was already pulled into the chariots soft couch by Lou Xi
Yan. Paying attention to Zhou Qings nape that had a large area of bloodstain, Lou
Xi Yans heart was tensed. Feeling a little pain on her wrist, Zhuo Qing looked
towards Lou Xi Yan, only to see his pair of eyes that were serenely watching
attentively at her neck. Recalling that the bearded man sprayed his blood on her body
a moment ago, Zhuo Qing hurriedly said: This was not my blood!
Lou Xi Yan lightly lifted up her collar a little, indeed, he could only see the
bloodstain but could not see the wound. This woman was really rather complicated
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ah She escaped for one shichen time (2 hours) just now, but could provoke one
murder case.
Feeling a little itchy on her neck that Zhuo Qing was not really used to, she struggled
to stand up.
Do not move. Lowering her shoulder, Zhuo Qing once again was pushed by Lou
Xi Yan on the soft couch. The clear and shallow sound in the past was mildly
different, it sounded somewhat deep and low. Zhuo Qing looked up to look, Lou Xi
Yan found a piece of white silk handkerchief from the chariot. With one hand, he
lifted her chin and with the other hand, he lightly wiped the silk handkerchief on her
neck. His hand was somewhat cold. Being extremely close, his body had this faint
smell of sandalwood aroma, it was not very strong compare to the average mens
well-known perfume but it smelled better. Lou Xi Yans nearly perfect side of the
face was also dangling in front of her eyes. Zhuo Qing felt somewhat difficult to
breathe, but she was extremely unlikely to admit to herself that his charm was
actually puzzling. She firmly concluded that it was because of the silk handkerchief
that was wrapped around very tightly Sensing that Zhuo Qings body became
more and more stiff, Lou Xi Yans corner of mouth was lightly and distinctively
perked up. When it was necessary, a handsome mans trick could also be feasible.
Lou Xi Yans hand movement was even more gentle, tying a knot and also gently
stroking for quite a while.
Zhuo Qing was secretly cursing, he surely did it on purpose! Was it really necessary
to stand by her side this much close in order to wrap the wound?! With great
difficulty, he wrapped it up properly. Zhuo Qing was embarrassed and retreated a
little, getting up she said: Thank you, I am going now.
Even if he knew that she was only the gray clothings youngster, he also did not have
any reason to block her departure.
Unless
Qing Feng, if you leave like this and the Emperor knows it, I am afraid that your
other sisters will also consequently be put in a lot of trouble. Just like the country of
Hao Yue will not escape from this predestined fate disaster. Once again, that kind
of faint, light, soft and indifferent smile, it almost made Zhuo Qing mad.
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Grief and indignation ah She just knew it that those villagers were absolutely
unworthy to be trusted! Unexpectedly, they betrayed her!! Ironically, she helped
them so much!
With so much resentment, Zhuo Qing coldly answered: Are you threatening me?
She is not Qing Feng anyway, it will be best if he does not threaten her! Impossible.
Back against the chariot and sitting with cross-legged, Lou Xi Yan mildly smiled
and answered: Miss Qing accuses me wrongly, this type of threatening has not
produced any real result in the matter and I will never do it. This kind of casual
appearance, out of the ordinary did not make Lou Xi Yan appeared coarse. On the
contrary, it was rather graceful and completely free and at ease.
Unfortunately, Zhuo Qing did not have a little bit of mood to appreciate, this man
also held too much grudges! Unexpectedly, using her past words and threw it back
at her once again. Calm down, calm down! Accomplishment, accomplishment! Zhuo
Qing took a deep breath several times, was trying to stabilize her upcoming unstable
mood. She simply sat down next to Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing provoked: In that case,
Prime Minister Lou, what do you want to do?
Looking at her who was making an effort to constrain her own angry appearance,
Lou Xi Yan inwardly laughed, softly answered: Actually, Miss Qing does not need
to think too much, please live at the Prime Ministers manor. I am not really trying
to make things difficult for Miss, it is merely the broad and powerful benevolence
from the Emperor, as such Lou mou (original words used -Lou mou, its a third
party calling to call himself instead of using -I, its more formal & theres really
no English substitution for the word. Similar to an emperor who calls himself Zhen
instead of I) also has no choice but to receive. Miss Qing is also injured so you
can recuperate at my manor properly. In addition, Lou mou can strive my hardest to
arrange you to meet with your sisters. This way, is it good or not?
Sisters? She fainted with Gu Yun together, was there any possibility that she was
inside the Qing familys sister. There was just one of them who was Gu Yun?!
Although the possibility was not very big, Zhuo Qing still wanted to meet them. She
would not let this opportunity slipped by whatsoever! Looking straight at Lou Xi
Yan, Zhuo Qings heavy voice asked: Are you able to let me see them?
The fish bit!
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With gentle and soft eyebrows and matchless serious intonation, Lou Xi Yan clearly
answered: Lou mou will surely do my best.
Zhuo Qing turned over to give one supercilious look, so much of a perfunctory
answer. She would not believe in this crafty plot. I want to know if you can or can
not.
His eyes flashed with a hint of interest thinking that this girl was not stupid.
Slowly nodded, Lou Xi Yan firmly answered: I can. The only issue was whether
it was soon or later.
Thinking deeply in a moment, Zhuo Qing once again asked: I will go to Prime
Ministers manor, and my status will be your young concubine?
Lou Xi Yans face was honest, smiley answered: Of course, it will be a noble
guest. The Emperor already bestowed to give her to him, her side had already been
determined at an earlier time, exactly a young concubine He also did not have any
way to help.
I can have freedom to go out and come in to the Prime Ministers manor?
Nodding indifferently, Lou Xi Yan generously answered: You can. However he

will oversee her freedom.
Zhuo Qing refreshingly answered: Deal!
She did not have any choice, penniless, covered all over with wounds, not to mention
that Lou Xi Yan went around to block and stop her. It was absolutely impossible to
let her go, even if she really wanted to be free, she would have to find money in a
short time! Only an outstanding talent could recognize the current trend (ZQ realized
that she would be doomed if she did not live with the fox), she still only
temporarily surrendered.
Not knowing if Zhuo Qing heard Lou Xi Yan with regards to the additional answers
and explanations afterwards, whether or not she could still feel rejuvenated this
much, but at this moment, she still did not know it well.
Back to the manor. A relaxed voice showed the masters good mood.
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Yes. Hearing the sound coming from outside, Zhuo Qing was stiff once again.
Lightly opening the curtain, outside the chariot, Mo Bai proudly stood beside the
chariot to see Zhuo Qing. His face still looked indifferent, his eyes were dazzled for
the first time to ridicule her clever thinking.
Everything that happened today was probably Lou Xi Yans plan to control and
follow his skill to scheme Feeling cold on her spine, Zhuo Qing felt cheated!
She just barely came out of the tigers den, and again entered into the wolfs den.
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Chapter 19: Entering Prime Ministers Manor
Inside the chariot, each Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing occupied one side of the area, in
any case, entering the Prime Ministers manor was already settled conclusively.
Zhuo Qing also would no longer bring trouble to herself. She was always flexible in
the past, in all respect, for a homeless, everywhere was a home. Tossing from side
to side, Zhuo Qings head felt somewhat dizzy, but luckily the chariot was running
figuratively smoothly. Propping her head, Zhuo Qing casted sidelong to glance at
Lou Xi Yan. He was lowering his head to read a book, did not know if that was or
was not his habitual facial expression. The corner of his mouth appeared to be always
raising slightly. Speaking the truth, this kind of him was really good-looking. It was
a pity that Zhuo Qings perception was not enough for her to properly and joyfully
smile, just looked like the same as professional smile, courtesy and estranged.
Lightly yawning, Zhuo Qing tapped her eyelids, she was extremely sleepy. Zhuo
Qings breath gradually became even, Lou Xi Yan softly closed the book just now.
He was gazing at this strange woman continuously. He did not even read one word
a moment ago while she was watching attentively. He unexpectedly could be absent-
minded even more strange, he could watch attentively at her like this, until the
chariot stopped. From the outside, Mo Bais voice echoed, Lou Xi Yan just
recovered now.
Master, we arrived.
Mo Bais low call had also woken up Zhuo Qing who was closing her eyes to rest.
Lifting to open the hanging clothing curtain, Zhuo Qing took the lead to jump down
the chariot, completely ignored Lou Xi Yan, the owner.
Standing firm on the ground, Zhuo Qing was immediately overawed, before her eyes
5 to 6 meters tall and 7 to 8 meters wide of a bronze entrance gate. It was spacious
and concise of a lintel door, the vermilion color of the -Xiang Fu (Prime
Ministers manor), the two words embedded with a gold plaque that was hung in the
middle of the door. Both sides of the entrance doors did not have guardian lion
statues as Zhuo Qing had imagined. Nor were there formidable, well-built, arrogant
and overbearing men who were looking after the house to protect the courtyard.
Going into one section was a garden with stone and brick mountain, not only
blocking the line of sight, but also revealing the masters magnanimity. The entrance
was already open unrestrictedly like this but faintly revealing the dignified air of the
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influential familys manner. It would make people to sense an indescribable

reverence, did not dare to rush in.
Zhuo Qing stepped across the inside of the entrance door, a suntanned person, Jing
Sa just happened to approach to welcome, looked a quick glance at Zhuo Qing. His
eyes flashed through in astonishment, but very quickly disappeared. Facing Lou Xi
Yan who was behind Zhuo Qing, he slightly bowed and called out: Master.
Zhuo Qing recalled Lou Xi Yan at this moment, she seemingly should be waiting
for the owner to bring her in and should not try to intrude on her own. Slightly
retreating one step afterwards, Zhuo Qing naturally felt courteous and waited for
Lou Xi Yan to come in.
Master Jing Sa still wanted to ask something when a quiet and exquisite
womans voice echoed in a distant: Elder brother! From the back of the stone
mountain, a pink silhouette straightforwardly was facing the entrance door and ran
to come over, her skirt looked like a meandering pink butterfly. Zhuo Qing was
worried that she would step on her own skirt and fall down, but she thought too
much. The woman safely rushed to the front of Lou Xi Yan in the end.
Watching attentively and gently at the woman, Lou Xi Yan who was practically
spoiling and pampering her, with the same smile said: What are you doing to go
hurriedly like this?
Waiting for you. The woman raised her head, slightly rosy lip was pouted, bright
and beautiful big eyes with brilliant colors, she appeared to have grievance and was
stubborn. Mixing a grief, resentful and low voice, she scolded: Renjia, (courtesy
calling for the Princess) Princess Chao Yun waited for you for half a day, second
mother urged me to catch you at the gate, once you came back to hurriedly go to
Hua Ting pavilion to wait upon her Humph, a person with no bone!
What is so amazing about the Princess?! A lackey appearance, they, the Lou Family,
when and who do they need to wait upon like a slave?! Such a disgrace!
Looking at Xi Wus appearance, Lou Xi Yan probably knew what matter had
occurred. Gently patting her shoulder, Lou Xi Yan smiled and said: You spoke like
this ah! Ok, I got it, you go to rest now.
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Lou Xi Wu was reluctant and unwilling to turn around to leave, Lou Xi Yan spoke
to Jing Sa: Jing Sa, tidy up Zhai Xing pavilion, find several intelligent servant girls
to serve Miss Qing and be sure to invite the doctor to treat Miss wound.
Yes. Jing Sas double-edged sword eyebrows wrinkled a little, the original black
complexion was even somewhat darker.
Lou Xi Wu who already went to go back stopped her foot steps, Zhai Xing pavilion?
That place was a two adjacent building with Elder Brothers Lan Yue and in the
same courtyard. At that place they could appreciate the star in the sky, it could even
be said to be breathtakingly beautiful, therefore it was called Zhai Xing pavilion.
However, on account that older brother liked to be quiet, that house was always
unused in the past, who this big honorable person was to reside at Zhai Xing pavilion.
Lou Xi Wus curiosity made her turned around, only to see a thin woman who was
leisurely standing at the side.
Lou Xi Wu asked: Elder brother, who is she ah?
Lou Xi Yan serenely smiled and said: Hao Yue countrys Miss Qing.
Qing Feng?! She?! Lou Xi Wu bewilderingly shouted. How was it possible that
this woman was Qing Feng?! Messy hair and did not know how to bundle her hair,
furthermore, that clothes, even her familys servant girls would be unlikely to wear
green clothes. Even more the hideous scar from a knife wound on her right cheek,
this woman was Qing Feng! It was a joke, right?! On one side, Lou Xi Wu was
seizing up Zhuo Qing and on the other side, she snorted disdainfully and arguably
said: What was the meaning of Hao Yues country to give this ugly person to come
over? As expected, the rumor could not be trusted, it was still saying that the 3 Sisters
of the Qings family were devastatingly beautiful (the words used here were
, it was translated literally as a person who is so beautiful and capable of causing
the downfall of a city or state or country) and graceful. What was this!
Really ugly, right?! Zhuo Qing lightly caressed the cheek once that was already not
giving her too much pain. Speaking the truth, she still had not had the chance to
properly look at this face but if this young girl was thinking that she could provoke
her this way, she was just too naive.
Xi Wu, who taught you to be so undisciplined like this?
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Lou Xi Yan lowered his voice, Si Wu was somewhat afraid but thinking of this
woman who was this ugly, nevertheless she was still elder brothers woman.
Inevitably annoyed: What I said was a fact, she originally was just
Sorry to disturb you. A cold voice faintly echoed. Zhuo Qings hands were on
her chest and somewhat impatiently smiled and said: You, brother and sister can
reminisce as I do not have any opinion, but can you take me to the guest room first?
I am very tired. As far as my features, you can slowly discuss it.
Lou Xi Yan stared blankly and afterwards chuckled, in all cases, woman put a
serious importance to her face but she actually did not care about it at all. She was
good now! At first, hearing that Princess Chao Yun came made his mood somewhat
depressed, but he seemed to be a lot better now.
Jing Sa, take Miss Qing to rest.
Miss Qing, this way please.
Facing them to smile, Zhuo Qing indifferently said: You can continue.
You! She simply did not pay any attention to her!! Lou Xi Wus angry eyes were
almost glaring to come out.
Zhuo Qing absolutely refused to acknowledge her and crossed over Lou Xi Wu. She
just minded her own business and advanced to walk inside the courtyard. Lou Xi
Yan smiled and also advanced to walk over to the other direction to Hua Ting
pavilion.
Hey Lou Xi Wu looked to the left side, then looked at the right side and angrily
stomped. Elder brother was clearly favoring that ugly woman! She would not give
up like this! Humph!
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Chapter 20: Princess Chao Yun
At dusk, the most beautiful moment of the day, fragments of the golden light pierced
the clouds, adding a red color into the sky blue horizon to cover an equal colored of
sunrise and sunset. With the exception of the fragrance in the garden, the rugged
stone mountain, was also having a smile on his face, Lou Xi Yans mood was
extremely good.
Walking to the outside of Hua Ting pavilion through the front door of the courtyard,
Lou Xi Yan stopped his footsteps. In a low voice, he said: Mo Bai, watch her
properly. According to her character, she would certainly not be well-behaved
staying at the Prime Ministers manor. She had too many elusive matters that had
not been handled clearly before, he would absolutely not let her leave outside of his
control.
Yes. Mo Bais voice barely left and the shadow of the person suddenly
disappeared between the stone mountain. One big person disappeared in a flash just
now, whoever saw it would feel frightful. Lou Xi Yan was accustomed to it, lightly
straightened his lapel, the corner of his mouth was raised softly, there was no smile
in his eyes and he raised his steps to enter Hua Ting pavilion at the side of the
courtyard.
Lou Xi Yan entered the interior of the courtyard. Sitting at the masters seat above,
Yan Ru Xuan saw him right away with one quick glance. The sunset came from
behind his reflection and he seemed to step on the coming golden ray. Putting on a
white jade Dijons hat, dark golden robe set off his increasingly majestic presence
and handsomeness. Especially the corner of his mouth seemed to have no lack of
smile, feathery light, warm, shallow and faint. Every time she saw him, her heart
would jump violently and incessantly.
Lou Xi Yan had not entered the room yet, Yan Ru Xuan already got up slowly to
wait for him to come in. A light golden long skirt following her movement softly,
Fushuns hairstyle (the original words used were -Fushun de fasi, I
googled it trying to see what this was but couldnt find anything related to this) was
also slightly raised, quietly standing at that place, quiet and dignified temperament
so much so that it could bewitch any person, not to mention that the appearance of
the bright moon was pouring on the face.
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Yan Ru Xuan suddenly got up, Xue Xian Xin also hurriedly stood, following her
line of sight to look, just to see Lou Xi Yan was walking slowly, smiling clearly,
waiting for Lou Xi Yan to enter Hua Ting pavilion. She impatiently and immediately
pretended to complain and said: Xi Yan had returned, Princess Chao Yun waited
for you for a long time.
Lou Xi Yan simply nodded lightly towards Xue Xian Xin, faced Yan Ru Xuan, he
greeted and clasped his hands and said: Greetings to Princess.
Yan Ru Xuan advanced one step and urgently said: Yan gege (the words used were
-It can be translated to elder brother Yan but it sounds weird so Im going to
keep the pinyin) does not need to be so polite.
Xue Xian Xin rejoiced covertly in her heart, Princess Chao Yuns heart was tied up
to Xi Yan. If the two of them advanced to forge an alliance, that would be good, that
the Lou familys authority would not collapse in the imperial court, she was trying
to hide her true intention!! (Original words used were -yi shou zhe tian, an
idiom that literally means to hide the sky with one hand). Wishful thinking (original
words used -ru yi suan pan, another idiom that literally means counting
ones chicks before it is hatched), Xue Xian Xin got up to attend to the guest and
said: You chat first, I will go to take a look at how things are for the evening meals
preparation.
Xue Xian Xin left perfectly satisfied, Yan Ru Xuan faced Lou Xi Yans fluttering
tiny eyes, her face was somewhat red-hot, hurriedly pointing at the medicine herbs
on the side, with soft voice said: Spring finally arrived, Xuan-er (Er means child
and it is usually attached to the last character of a persons name as an expression of
affection in ancient China) is worry that Yan geges illness will once again reappear
so I am delivering some medicine herbs. This medicine was searched and concocted
by Imperial Mothers famous doctor for you. You must take care of your body
properly, do not work too excessively. Every time she heard that Yan geges old
illness recurred and could not attend the Imperial court, her heart was anxious
incessantly.
Lou Xi Yan looked one glance at the medicine package on the desk, with clear voice
said: Many thanks to Empress Dowager, Princess grace, this subject will pay
attention.
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Must he call her princess and himself a subject?! She had been chasing him this
many years and he did not have any feeling at all?! She heard that Imperial Brother,
bestowed him an exceptionally beautiful woman, he would despise her even more
later, right?! Her heart was slightly in pain, concealing her tightfisted hands inside
the wide sleeve of her garment, Yan Ru Xuans pair of eyes were filled with hope
and stared at Lou Xi Yan, quietly asked: On the 15th of next month, Bei Qi
Countrys diplomatic envoy will come to make customary deferences to Qiong Yue,
Imperial Mother and Imperial Brother will certainly not remember that day is also
Xuan-ers 16th birthday, at the time that Yan gege enters the palace, can you come
to visit Xuan-er?
Meeting her longing gaze, Lou Xi Yan quietly comforted and said: Princess does
not need to worry about this, the Emperor and Empress Dowager will not forget your
birthday.
In that case, will you come to Qing Xuans palace hall to see me? She definitely
did not care that other people did not remember, she only cared that he would not
forget!
Lou Xi Yan hesitated for a moment, but finally answered with a soft voice: I am
afraid that it will be difficult to leave the official business when the envoy pays a
visit, this subject will send someone to deliver a gift to Qing Xuans palace.
Gift She was not a small girl anymore who would be happy and excited to receive
a gift, he refused her request once again, this time was the 57th times.
It is late, Xuan-er will return first. Yan Ru Xuan was somewhat dazed and walked
away from Hua Ting pavilion, Lou Xi Yan could not bear it in his mind, he sighed
and said: This subject will send Princess to go out. Xuan-er was a kindhearted
woman so she ought to receive a better treatment, but he could not give it to her.
There is no need. Faintly sighing and preventing Lou Xi Yans step to follow,
his visual was directed at the beautiful picture of the meandering skirt away. Lou Xi
Yan turned around to look towards the table where a large number of packages of
medicine herbs were, his cold eyes flashed through chilly cold rays, no longer gentle
and soft.
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The dim light of night as if it was an ink, outside the room was pitch-black, inside
the room, the yellow candle light passed through the heavy curtain shining inside the
bed curtain, the light was barely enough to look at an object. Zhuo Qing softly
opened her eyes to see a place full of cotton yarn curtain screen, she was absent-
minded for a split second, but she recalled where she was very quickly.
Prime Ministers manor had no deficiency, the high bed was warm, this was the best
sleep that she had after arriving in this world. Stretching her body, Zhuo Qing lifted
the bed curtain and she went to the outside direction of the screen barefooted. The
floor was covered with a thick carpet, soft and very comfortable. There was a round
mahogany table outside the screen, furthermore there was a soft couch. On the side
of the screen, there was a high copper mirror, unexpectedly the copper could be
polished so it was flat and smooth. Even though you could not compare it with a
glass mirror, but it would be absolutely enough to use it everyday.
Standing in front of the mirror and after occupying this body for several days, Zhuo
Qing finally had a chance to properly look at herself.
Willow leaf eyebrows, bridge of nose, perfect oval-shaped face, Zhuo Qings most
favorite was the eyes, not too big but sparkling and pure, as if they were two deep
and clear spring, tiny and raised lip that was full and moistened.
The information flourished at the modern era, the size of the celebrity was extremely
a lot. Zhuo Qing also figured there were countless beauties and this womans
features were indeed a rare beauty, even better if the packaging was good, absolutely
could frighten the heaven and earth. But it was a pity that the right cheek had two
scars from a knife wound that destroyed some sense of beauty. After all, using this
body at the moment, even though Zhuo Qing did not feel ugly, but also could not
help to say it was a pity. This face was extremely young, at most probably 16-17
years. Zhuo Qing laughed mockingly at herself, it seemed that she earned something
in the end, completely uncalled for that she was 10 years younger.
Lightly touching the long fine black hair that reached to the calf, Zhuo Qing forced
a smile, this long hair was truly baffling her. Softly ditching her collar, Zhuo Qing
bowed her head to look down, could not help to blow a whistle. Lordy, what this
child ate to grow up, she was a size 34D at the very least, her development seemed
to be a little too good, right.
Zhuo Qing was still minding her own business then gasped in surprise, the window
of the room on the other side was half opened. A few gleam of light was somewhat
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dazzling to the eyes, she was walking to push opened the window to see, there was
a lake that separated her courtyard and a small storied building, her next door
neighbor. Not knowing what had happened directly in front, there were more than a
dozen people who were assembling outside the room, the room was also brightly lit.
She drove out the maid before going to sleep, her stomach was terribly hungry now.
She wanted to go and see what the situation was, then conveniently tried to find
something to eat. Pushing opened the door, Zhuo Qing faced directly in front to walk
to the three-stories building. Looking not too far, but on the top of the lake was bent,
winding and turning into a long bridge, making Zhuo Qing completely miserable
and with great difficulty she reached the small storied building in front, just to see
that everybodys face was anxious. Watching attentively to see the room inside the
small storied building and standing in front of the people, Zhuo Qing recognized
Lou Xi Wu whom she had seen in the afternoon.
Excuse me, may I ask what is going on? A clear and cold females voice leisurely
echoed. The sound made a group of nervous people to be frightened and jumped.
Lou Xi Wu turned her head around and saw it was Zhuo Qing, impatiently said: Go
away, ugly woman, I do not have time to pay attention to you.
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows, indifferently answered: Fine, I will go in to
see on my own. After she finished talking, she blatantly walked toward the small
storied building.
She, she, she Too outrageous!
After recovering, Lou Xi Wu hurriedly and powerfully stepped forward to block in

front of Zhuo Qing and scolded: You are not allowed to go in. Elder brothers old
illness has recurred, the Imperial Physician is treating his illness, you can not go in
to disturb him!
Zhuo Qing already guessed earlier that Lou Xi Wu would come over to block her,
but hearing her saying that Lou Xi Yan was sick, Zhuo Qing was a little startled and
asked: What illness? When he grabbed her for a length of time in the afternoon,
the strength was not small, the complexion and breathing were as usual, did not
resemble any illness appearance, he was not playing any trick, right!
Bam.
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One loud sound, it should be a sound of something that was being smashed, then a
tensed voice roared from the inside of the room.
Get out! A fierce sound gasping for breath echoed, containing a repressed
emotion and different unfeeling.
Zhuo Qing was frightened, this was Lou Xi Yans voice!
Lou Xi Wus complexion was somewhat white for a moment, her nervous hands
were trembling. Looking at her appearance, it did not look as if she was pretending,
could it be that Lou Xi Yan was really ill? What illness could make a cultured and
refined person, at the very least in front of people that he was a cultured and refined
man to become this impetuous?!
Zhuo Qing was puzzled for a time, the door inside the small storied building was
suddenly opened
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Zhuo Qing was puzzled for a time, the door inside the small storied building was
suddenly opened. Mo Bais tall figure appeared at the door, the original indifferent
face, showed even colder now. He was slightly rude to a 30 year old female to ask
her to get out, the female was not willing and turning around repeatedly. Mo Bais
thick and broad shoulder blocked her line of sight, the female ferociously glared a
glimpse at him and angrily walked out. Behind her, a black clothing elderly man
with worry on his face also walked away from the small storied building, the door
was tightly closed again.
Seeing the elderly man came out, Lou Xi Wu immediately met him up, anxiously
spoke: Imperial Physician Yang, how is my elder brother!
Yang Mu shook his head, sighed and answered: Prime Minister Darens old illness
recurred a little bit earlier this time compare to the previous years, additionally it
was rapid and serious, this small subject also did not have the ability, could only let
Prime Minister Daren to take the same decoction of medicinal herbs like in the
previous years. Waiting for this subject and the other Imperial Physicians to consult
together and detailed references afterwards, after that we would decide to use a new
medicine.
Listening to Yang Mus words, the female who was still angry a moment ago, once
again raised her voice: Fortunately the Princess delivered the medicine today.
Somebody comes over here! Quickly go to prepare the medicine!
Yes. The servant who kept watching at the side answered hastily and went
hurriedly towards the outside of the courtyard.
Yang Mu turned his body around towards the two youngsters, softly and hurriedly
said: You two, hurry go to invite Imperial Physician Liu, Imperial Physician Li,
Imperial Physician Fu to come to Prime Ministers manor, quickly! If the Prime
Minister had any mishap, the Imperial Dragon Yan (aka the Emperor dragon was
usually associated with the emperor in ancient China) would be furious, not only a
few of them would probably be buried!
Yes. The youngsters nodded, broke into a run to go out. An ice-cold voice echoed
timely: The two medicines that should help, I will ask somebody to send them
quickly.
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Yang Mu lifted his head to look, precisely speaking, the housekeeper of the Prime
Ministers manor, Jing Sa, there was a common saying among the people, the servant
girls at the Prime Ministers manor were over seventh ranking officials. Not to
mention that the other person was nevertheless the housekeeper of the Prime
Ministers manor. Yang Mu cupped his hands to greet, turned around and said: This
will inconvenient Head Housekeeper Jing.
Jing Sa slightly nodded to return the greeting, facing the gray clothing man behind
him, he muttered a few sentences, the man rapidly moved out of the courtyard.
Inside the room, there were severe gasps of breathing sound from time to time, Lou
Xi Wus pair of large eyes were anxious and they were watching the small storied
building anxiously, her heart was worry. She was unconsciously snapping her own
fingers, her slender fingers were red and swollen, it seemed that she had not become
aware of it, the tears were in her eyes. Lou Xi Wu was pleading in a low voice and
said Imperial Physician Yang, I want to go in to take a look at elder brother.
This. Yang Mu hesitated in a moment, the female next to her was not patience
and lowly shouted: Xi Yan is feeling unwell at the moment, what do you want to
do to go in, you are also unable to help him and will only be in the way.
Not accepting and glaring at her, Lou Xi Wu angrily said: And yet, you could go
in!
The female slightly raised her head and with an arrogant face, answered: Are you
and I the same? I am Xi Yans mother, with me by his side, I can let him feel relieved
a little.
Mother!? At first, enjoying to watch a bustling scene and feeling happy, Zhou Qing
started to be alarmed, her eyes were almost fell to the ground. How did she take good
care of herself? Could it be that a sarcastic person could feel easily to feel cheerful,
therefore she looked young?!
Zhuo Qing was casually thinking of the subjective idea, Lou Xi Wu could not bear
it and roared: Second Mother, I am elder brothers sister! When it comes to let him
feel relieved a little, it should also be me, this younger sister to wait next by his side,
not you, an outsider!
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Xue Xian Xins complexion changed momentarily, one group of servant girls were
watching, was unable to punish her today, she still had no sense of shame, coldly
groaned, Xue Xian Xin loudly reprimanded: More and more outrageous, I am this
familys mistress, I am not allowed to go in!
In normal times, Xue Xian Xin was also a tyrannical abuser, but she did not mind it.
But she did not even let her to see elder brother today, Lou Xi Wu young ladys bad
temper also flared up, she did not care that the courtyard was filled with a lot of
people, scolded: You are just a concubine, small concubine, nonsense about
being a mistress, for which reason do you not let me to go in!
Oh As it turned out, she was a concubine ah, she totally forgot that having 3 wives,
4 concubines was often the case in this era, only blaming that this concubine was too
arrogant, so it caused her to misunderstand. Zhuo Qing softly yawned, once again
was sleepy, although there was a pretty good show before her eyes, but her stomach
was really hungry now. Zhuo Qing decided to go find something to eat first.
Bang!
Zhuo Qing stepped across to go out one step, only to hear a clear and loud sound,
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, then turned her head to see, Lou Xi Wu covered her face,
eyes were amazed and humiliated, tears were falling down. Directly in front of her,
the hand of the person who was hitting her was also trembling violently, the eyes
were moving restlessly, the voice was also trembling unconsciously: Do not think
that Master is not present in the house all year around, Xi Yan is also pampering
you, you can exaggerate your own opinion, older sister died early, I I am this
familys mistress, nobody disciplines you, I will take care of it!
The courtyard was full of people but nobody dared to speak out, it was silence.
Oh The conflict escalated, but Zhuo Qing decided to stay behind to watch the
excitement of the reason, as a matter of fact it was not because of this, but because
of that one who continuously stood on the sidelines. The ruthless and powerful Head
Housekeeper Jing ever since Lou Xi Wu was beaten afterwards, his eyes were raging
in anger, nearly could burn a person in a whole.
You dare beat me! Only hearing a roar, Lou Xi Wu already rushed out, grabbed
and pulled Xue Xian Xins hair in a fit of confusion. Along with strength, Lou Xi
Wu laid to sit on Xue Xian Xins body, practically punching and kicking Ah
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An intense yelling and crying out in alarm shouted: Somebody comes, somebody
comes ah, quickly grab this insane girl, are you all also against me?!
Not knowing if Xue Xian Xin ordinarily behaved with integrity or extremely lacking
in behavior, or the people were really terrified, after a moment, they just woke up,
were stepping forward to help Lou Xi Wu up and advised: Miss, calm down!
Everyone dragged Lou Xi Wu who had not resigned, once again was kicking a few
kicks, then struggling to get free from people at her side, crossing her waist to scold:
Let go, Xue Xian Xin, you dare to beat me, I tear you!
Extremely stylish, Zhou Qing would almost applaud, this girl had temperament, she
was fond of her!
However Lou Xi Yan was also able to restrain himself, outside could result in
somebodys death quickly. If he was feigning illness, whatever the outcome was, he
could also make a sound, or his illness was really serious?!
Secretly considering, Zhuo Qing decided to go in to take a look at what exactly Lou
Xi Yan was doing in the end.
Xue Xian Xin stood up with great difficulty, messy hair, tilting clothes, neck had a
few strips of scarlet paw prints also to show that there was an intense battlefield
situation a moment ago. Well you, Lou Xi Wu, you really think that this old woman
(shes calling herself laoniang) is afraid of you, if I do not lecture you today,
just do not call this old womans surname Xue!!
Taking a deep breath, Xue Xian Xin turned her body, no longer looking to face Lou
Xi Wu, with clear sound shouted: Jing Sa.
Jing Sa, with coldness in his eyes, stepped forward one step, coldly answered:
Second Madam.
Looking at Jing Sa, Xue Xian Xin in a quite awe-inspiring manner brightly said:
The Lou family does not have any rule, it may be said, a daughter can hit a mother,
Master is outside all year around, Xi Yan also possesses serious illness. Head
Housekeeper Jing, I will ask you now, according to the Lou Family ancestors rule,
this way to offend ones superior, what section of the law should be used to punish
the rude children?!
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Jing Sas complexion was the same, nevertheless his heart sunk, Xue Xian Xin no
matter how repulsive, she was still Masters wife, what Miss did today, according to
the rules, she would be flogged with a stick 50 times and had to sit while facing the
wall in meditation for 10 days.
Jing Sa kept silence, Xue Xian Xin also did not press, she wanted to see how long
he could keep silent!
One person who did was the one who withstood, she hit her, what to do!? Just
receiving punishment! Not having a heart to see Jing Sa was in a difficult situation,
Lou Xi Wu clenched her teeth. Just about to open her mouth, there was a relaxed,
joyfuls female voice echoing faintly: Lou Xi Yan has not died yet, but I suppose
he will die in anger quickly. How can everyone have a good mood to discuss the
family rules, it will be better to go in to quarrel properly, whatever the outcome will
be more lively.
Everyone gasped, she was the first person who cursed at the Prime Minister to die
at the Lous manor.
Who are you? Where do you come from? Before everyones eyes, a female
suddenly appeared, the whole body was covered in white clothing, hair was not
bundled, not caring about her appearance and incomparable with the surroundings,
especially that hideous ugly face, looking at the strange and scary person in the depth
of the night would rather frighten people.
Both hands on her chest, Zhuo Qing was pretending to reflect for a moment, leisurely
smiled and said: According to your logic just now, I should be this familys new
mistress
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What! Xue Xian Xin stared blankly, casted a quick look at Zhuo Qing, simply did
not pay attention to her, unable to tolerate, she shouted: Where did this mad woman
come from to have the impertinence to behave atrociously at the Prime Ministers
manor, give her to me to throw out.
Stop. Lou Xi Wu pointed at Zhuo Qing, and shouted: She is elder brothers
woman, who dares to throw her out!? Although she disliked this ugly woman but
in contrast, Xue Xian Xin was even more hateful, she and her were just being
acquainted today.
The people were looking at each other in dismay, Zhuo Qing used to follow with the
flow, the first time she was known to be a certain persons woman, this appellation
was truly @@$@$.. For the purpose of using this Madams spirit, also to let her
fulfilled her wish to go into the small storied building, Zhuo Qing softly sighed and
smilingly answered: I am. Qing Feng, they said that your Emperor ordered to
bestow me as Lou Xi Yans woman. In the event that there is no first wife, a young
concubine is precisely the mistress, like this madam. The Prime Minister manors
mistress already changed its owner now.
She was the Imperial Beauty bestowed by the Emperor?! Xue Xian Xin snorted
disdainfully, sneered and said: A bunch of nonsense! You, this ugly woman was
absolutely impossible being a beauty whom the Emperors order to bestow to Xi
Yan.
Frowning artificially, Zhuo Qing pretended to be alarmed and shouted: Are you
doubting Qiong Yue Emperors foresight ?
I, I I am doubting you! Who is this woman after all?!
Clearly nodding, Zhuo Qing with an innocent face threw out a question to Jing Sa:
Jing Sa, you can answer this question better.
This time Jing Sa actually abnormally cooperated, coldly answered: Second

Madam, she is indeed Miss (actually the words used here were guniang which
should be translated as young lady, but it felt weird to write young lady QF so I used
Miss instead) Qing Feng who was bestowed by the Emperor to Master.
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Xue Xian Xin was somewhat panicky, she absolutely did not expect, this woman
was unexpectedly really Hao Yues beauty who was bestowed to Xi Yan. Regardless
of her first appearance, watching this temper that was not meek and could easily
deceive any individual, she could not let her to be arrogant. Waiving her hand, Xue
Xian Xin disregarded the other person as if she had a lower status and said: Ok,
since you are the Imperial Beauty bestowed by the Emperor, I will not make things
difficult for you, but I am Xi Yans mother, the West Generals Madam. As long as
I am here, the mistress position will not go to you. Ok, ok, return to your courtyard.
Was this second mistress giving her an obstacle? Zhuo Qing laughed, if it was not
because she wanted to go in to take a look at Lou Xi Yan on what sinister plot he
was doing, she would quickly jump out to contradict with her? She was really hungry
and unexpectedly wasting time with her nonsense. Zhuo Qing did not show mercy
and answered: Second Madam, right. If I am not mistaken, here is the Prime
Ministers manor, it is not the Generals manor. This being the case, the Prime
Ministers manor, naturally, the Prime Ministers woman is the Mistress. You, as the
mother, could still enjoy a good health properly in later years.
You, you, you She went so far as to curse her early demise!
Xue Xian Xins angry complexion blushed, her spoken words were all unclear, Zhuo
Qing unhurriedly laughed and smily answered: Your old body must be taken care
of ah! I go in to take a look at Xi Yan, you return to rest, ok.
Finish speaking, she did not turn around but moved forward to walk. Xue Xian Xin
was angry and her face looked like she was about to collapse. Lou Xi Wu did not
give any face and laughed heartily and chased after Zhuo Qing to come near to the
small storied building.
Glaring to look at that leisurely white shadow, Xue Xian Xins eyes filled with bitter
resentment, hand was holding firmly in a fist, her finger nails were deeply stabbing
her palm. Well, this Qing Feng! We would wait and see who would die first in the
end!
Feeling a bitter expression behind her back, Zhuo Qing did not pay any attention and
walked to the side door. Against watching a farce, stiff at the side of the Imperial
Physician and quietly said: Imperial Physician, I just want to see him properly from
outside of the living room, will not disturb you to treat his illness.
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Yang Mu finally recovered, promptly nodded and said: Ok, ok. Even though this
womans face was damaged, still artistically as if it was made by heaven. Her words
were sharp and eloquent a moment ago, she was good at understanding others and
sensible now, clearly not an average familys young lady! Yang Mu saw how many
woman fought openly and maneuver covertly within the palace. He understood
throughly early that behaving with integrity to handle matters was the way to
survive.
Slowly opening the door, Zhuo Qing took the lead to walk in, directly facing the
door was a set of seats to receive visitors. There were several calligraphy and
paintings hanging on the wall, very simple. Across the side of the big screen,
although hazy, it could clearly be seen that the inside room was more spacious
compared to the outside, but the specific decorations could not be seen meticulously.
The Imperial Physician and the medicine child walked to go in, Zhuo Qing and Lou
Xi Wu could only wait at the outside.
Actually standing outside the screen, she could not see very clearly the situation
inside the room, illuminated by candle-light, could only see Mo Bai talls body who
was guarding at the side of the bed. The Imperial Physician sat on the bed to feel the
pulse, carefully listening to the heavy panting like asthma attack, but unable to see
the patient, Zhuo Qing could not make a conclusion.
Foolishly standing at the outside of the screen was really boring, Zhuo Qing turned
towards one side to stare at the not blinking Lou Xi Wu and asked: He falls ill
frequently?
It was probably because Zhuo Qing helped her a moment ago, Lou Xi Wus
impression was a little good towards her, eyes not leaving the person, Lou Xi Wu
softly answered: Usually in the spring, usually all are good, as soon as he is falling
ill like this, he is unable to breathe.
For how long?
Mentioning this, Lou Xi Wu seemed somewhat jittery: This ailment was from
childhood, treatments for how many years, also did not see any good result.
From childhood? That should not be too difficult to fix, but congenital asthma should
not break out seasonally ah? Secretly pondering, both people in the room suddenly
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heard the sound of a few urgent grasping sounds, followed by a burst of trembling
and hectic sound.
Master!! Along with Mo Bais worry and low cry out, the anxious Lou Xi Wu
was unable to deal with these many things, straightforwardly burst into the inside
room. Zhuo Qing hesitated for a moment, nevertheless finally followed to go in.
The candle flame shined upon very brightly inside of the room, an incredibly large
bed, covered with a thick and long feather silk quilt, snow white of silk quilt, against
the skin of Lou Xi Yans original fair face made him even paler. He was laying down
on the bed, abnormal shortness of breath, overbearingly short breath, one hand
tightly pulled the front jacket on his chest. On the forehead and cheeks were full of
sweats, black hair was half bound and also covered with sweat. He could not control
his body with violent movement with every breath he had. This was not fake, also
did not appear to be faked.
Elder brother Lou Xi Wu was sobbing. Looking at this kind of Lou Xi Yan
and recalling that he was in his prime with a high-spirited appearance in the daytime,
Zhuo Qing could not adapt, even more so for Lou Xi Wu.
Yang Mus one hand was pressing Lou Xi Yan, while calling out loud: Hurry,
hurry, come over and get my needle.
Yes, yes! The medicine boy was flustered and rummaged through to try to find
it, finally brought a small box of silver needle to pass on. Taking the silver needle,
Yang Mu however did not know how to put down the needle. Lou Xi Yan was
always violently moving up and down every time he was breathing, his whole body
moved, how could he put the needle down?! If he made a mistake in one acupuncture
point, did he want or not want his life?!
Yang Mu hesitated not knowing how to do it properly, Zhuo Qing grudgingly shook
her head. Everyone had a shocked and amazed expression, Zhuo Qing lifted her feet
to directly step across to go to the bed
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Yang Mu hesitated not knowing how to do it properly, Zhuo Qing grudgingly shook
her head. Everyone had a shocked and amazed expression, Zhuo Qing lifted her feet
to directly step across to go to the bed. Climbing on the inside of the bed, half
kneeling next to Lou Xi Yans side, both hands were pushing his shoulder. Thinking
to help, but she did not expect that the seemingly meagers Lou Xi Yan was actually
very muscly, strong and annoyingly heavy.
Unable to use force, Zhou Qing faced Mo Bai and said: Blue eyes, help him to sit
up.
Mo Bais eyes with a trace of uncertainty, coldly stared at her. Zhuo Qing
impatiently growled: If you do not want him to die, hurry up!
Mo Bai slightly hesitated for a moment, still helped Lou Xi Yan to sit up, Lou Xi
Yan just sat up straight. Zhuo Qing tore open his folded upper garment, one hand
touched his back, while the other hand was immediately stroking his unrestricted
chest Lou Xi Yan suddenly grabbed Zhuo Qings wrist, his slender eyes were
suddenly opened big, two peoples eyes were connected. Zhuo Qing was dazzled for
a split second, these pair were sometimes inspiring, sometimes sly, calculating eyes
were just like a pool of deep water now, so deep to make her flustered. A number of
flowing sweat was sliding along the cheeks, dropping on Zhuo Qings arm and her
hand shook. He grabbed her arm and hand even tighter, his hand was different during
day time, cold and gentle, his hand now had a great strength and palm was burning
hot.
Looking at Zhuo Qings hand stopped at Lou Xi Yans chest, Lou Xi Wu was unable
to endure at this time. Zhuo Qing was facing her elder brother, she practically
screamed and roared: What are you, this ugly woman, doing?! Let go, let go!! (See
comment below).
Paying no attention to Lou Xi Wus screaming, Zhuo Qing returned to look at Lou
Xi Yans deep eyes, softly said: Lou Xi Yan, you need to relax, follow the rhythm
of my breath.
Inhale, exhale, inhale, exhale
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Lou Xi Yan frowned, what is she doing?! After suffocating, sitting up seemed to feel
a little better, looking at her earnestly accompanying him to exert her physical
strength to breathe, Lou Xi Yans heart was warm. Slowly relaxing his strong hand
in the end, along with her rhythm to breathe, the hand was not letting go from start
to finish.
All the people expressionlessly were looking at Zhuo Qing who was guiding Lou Xi
Yan to exhale and inhale, they had never seen this kind of treatment, but strangely
speaking, Lou Xi Yan sat like this to breathe deeply several times afterwards, though
breathing was still very difficult, but it did not look like a moment ago, that kind of
breathing that seemed to exhaust the whole bodys strength every time.
Several breathing afterwards, Zhuo Qing raised her head to glare at Yang Mu, with
a cold voice scolded: You continue with your treatment, what are you doing looking
at me!
Yang Mu finally recovered, repeatedly answered: Oh, oh Taking action and not
daring to neglect, he put down the needle.
One burning stick of incense afterwards
By means of the Imperial Physician and Zhuo Qings great effort, Lou Xi Yan
appeared to be a little better, breathing appeared to be smoother, but his complexion
was still pale.
Yang Mu put away the needle, using the sleeve of his garment to wipe the thin sweats
on his forehead, secretly relaxing. It was really dangerous a moment ago, fortunately
that Miss Qing used a strange trick, otherwise the consequences would indeed be
unthinkable.
Master, here is the medicine. The medicine child was holding a bowl of pure black
medicine concoction, carefully walked in.
The medicine had not yet in front of her, Zhuo Qing already smelled the thick
traditional Chinese medicine right away. Fortunately she chose Western medicine
during that time, this terrible smell, just the smell was already made her nauseous.
She wanted to use her hand to cover her nose, but discovered that Lou Xi Yan was
still holding her wrist tightly. Raising up to look, his long and narrow eyes faintly
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flashed through a cold ray. She remembered before coming in, Lou Xi Yan threw
down the medicine bowl once, he also disliked traditional Chinese medicine?! Or
Yang Mu took the medicine bowl and placed it in front of the bed, Mo Bai stepped
forward one step, coldly said: Imperial Physician Yang, let me do it.
This Extremely nervous there would be another mishap, Yang Mu hesitated

whether or not to personally attend to Prime Minister Lou to drink the medicine, an
elegant with indifferent smiling expressions voice leisurely echoed: Imperial
Physician, you are also tired for the whole night, it will be better to rest at the room
next door first, wait until the other Imperial Physicians to arrive. You still have to
be busy, just hand over to us to take over in here first.
The words were said with compassion, but also with irresistible force, Yang Mu
raised to look on, only saw an easy-mannered woman sitting on the bed, without a
trace of pretense. One hand was tightly grasped by Prime Minister Lou, it was no
wonder, her imposing manner was very excessive a moment ago, as it turned out,
Prime Minister Lou gave her support! Restraining his eyes hurriedly, Yang Mu gave
the bowl of medicine to Mo Bai, and bowed to answer: Alright, I will have to thank
you for your trouble, Madam, I will be in the room next door, if you have anything
just call me.
Good. Zhuo Qing actually did not pay attention to this Madams appellation, even
more did not pay attention when Lou Xi Yans corner of mouth softly raised.
Elder brother With trembling lips, Lou Xi Wu half-kneeled in front of the bed,
she did not want to cry, but could not control the tears as they fell down. Softly lifting
his hand and gently wiping Lou Xi Wus tears, Lou Xi Yan softly said: I am all
right. Xi Wu, elder brother has words to speak to Miss Qing, you go out first.
En. Looking a glance at Zhuo Qing, Lou Xi Wu did not say anything, obediently
retreated.
Mo Bai also retreated to the outside of the screen, only remained these two people,
Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing, two people were like this face to face sitting on the
spacious bed. Lou Xi Yan was obviously gasping for breath, panting up and down,
also the front of his jacket was open a little, strong chest, visible vague abdominal
muscle, the half-bund black ink hair was drooping. Zhuo Qing conceded, it was a
feast for the eyes, but staring at somebody like this, was it or was it not too excessive?
However, if she did not look this way, also would injure his ego, right. Zhuo Qing
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unbridledly looked until that pair of mischievous tiny eyes were met by accident.
Zhuo Qing was embarrassed, lightly sighing and saying: It is best that you speak
less now, have more rest, whatever you want to say, can wait until you are a little
well.
I think I want to ask for your help.
Lifting up, Lou Xi Yan grabbed her arm, Zhuo Qing straightforwardly answered:
You can say it, but can you let me go down first?!
She also knew how to be embarrassed? Lou Xi Yan laughed, he had never seen any
familys daughter who could stare at a man like this, still looked with keen interest
pleasure! Lou Xi Yan did not want to make her feel embarrassed, softly let go of her
hand. Zhuo Qing hurriedly got up, jumped down the bed, did not forget to grab a
few pillow cushions to put on the lower back of Lou Xi Yan, and let him to lean on
them to sit.
Looking at the silhouette who was busy at his side, Lou Xi Yan suddenly lowered
his voice, softly answered: I have been sick for some years, the medical treatments
have not worked out. I saw that your method was very effective a moment ago. I
hope that you can stay by my side to take care of me.
I could only provide first aid a moment ago, nothing more. I do not know how to
treat a specific medical treatment. She learned western medicine, ok! Let her cut
open a corpse then she would not have any problem. Treating an illness was not her
specialty, especially at a situation and a place where there was no medical
equipment.
It does not matter. You can help me during the most painful time, it is already
enough.
The low sound of sighing made Zhuo Qing felt uncomfortable without any reason,
he was better suited to have high-spirited appearance, but Lou Xi Yan was really
strange. Speaking that he feigned illness? Impossible, the outbreak of his illness
appearance just now could not be faked. Speaking that he really had illness, why did
he not use the medicine? On the surface, surely there was some unknown secret, but
she did not have any interest to know, she only wanted to find Gu Yun!
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Coming up with an idea, Zhuo Qing would no longer be at a loss intertwining with
Lou Xi Yans goal, calmly answered: Very well, I can stay but I want to see my
sisters in one month.
Ok. For him, this was a trivial matter, nothing more.
Very good, it seemed that we had reached a consensus. Picking up the medicine
herbs that Mo Bai left behind, Zhuo Qing did not go back and went to Lou Xi Yan,
walking to the front of the window, with a pity face, she said: Hey, this medicine
had cooled down, the medicines effect would be different, or could wait for the
Imperial Physician to boil a new medicine again to drink. The hand did not show
the slightest hesitation, the entire medicine concoction was poured into the growing
plants in the pot in front of the window.
She turned towards him, fiddled with the growing plants in the pot satisfyingly. Lou
Xi Yan was watching attentively at her eyes, increasingly deeper. She was actually
a lot more intelligent than what he had anticipated. Letting go of the growing
plants in the pot, Zhuo Qing prepared to leave, from outside the room, Jing Sas icy
arrogant voice suddenly echoed: Master, the Emperor came.
The Emperor came!? Lou Xi Yan softly called: Mo Bai. Mo Bai entered the
bedroom, Lou Xi Yan spoke a few sentences in his ear afterwards. He suddenly got
up to pull Zhuo Qing to go out. Zhuo Qing was unable to understand, what was he
doing ah?! Why did it concern her that the Emperor came? Why on earth were they
nervous? Was she shameful?
Two people walked out of the screen, outside the room the voice was paying respect:
Long live, long live, long live the Emperor!
Evidently the Emperor was already at the outside courtyard, Mo Bai could only pull
her back in once again. Zhuo Qing rolled her eyes, this room was large, but there
was no room to hide!
No need for the courtesy! Along with an irritable and overbearing majestic
presence, a male voice sounded, the door was suddenly pushed open.
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No need for the courtesy! Along with an irritable and overbearing majestic
presence, a male voice sounded, the door was suddenly pushed open, almost
simultaneously, the candle flame was originally bright inside the room. Mo Bai
softly brushed away his sleeve, unexpectedly he left behind a weak candle light, the
rest of the candles were completely extinguished.
Zhuo Qing was pushed by Mo Bai to the other side of the screen, she still had not
reacted, the hand already had a tray, a hasty and rapid footsteps also sounded. Zhuo
Qing looked up to look, just to meet one tall silhouette coming hurriedly. The mans
back was facing Zhuo Qing, she was unable to see his appearance, only saw his dark
gray long gown, embroidered with gold cuffs with dragon cloud design, low-profile
while to the greatest extend prominent with unlimited luxurious, at the same time
would show his domineering, honorable and imposing manner.
The man entered the door, catching sight of Lou Xi Yans back which was leaning
against the cushions, half sitting, complexion was heavy, lowly roared to say: You
lie down properly, what are you doing sitting up!
Where is the Imperial Physician? The inside room was so big, but could only see
Mo Bai and a maid. The man immediately flipped out: That person did not want
his life, where did he run this time?!
Zhuo Qing gently scooped her ear, this was the so-called sovereign kings energy,
Royals appearance?! This Emperors temperament was apparently not good. She
would be better to act properly, lowering her head, Zhuo Qing closed her eyes to
regain composure.
Lou Xi Yan softly touched his forehead, lowered his head and smiled to answer: I
just drank the medicine, already felt a little bit better, you shouted so my head hurt!
Not only he has a bad temper but also a loud voice!
Staring to look at him, Yan Hong Tian coldly groaned to say: You can not
differentiate good from bad type of person, hearing that you were ill, without
stopping to rest I came over in a hurry, you would better be good! In this entire
Qiong Yue, possibly speaking for the six countries in the continent, supposedly, he
was the only one who dared to speak to him this way.
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Lou Xi Yan immediately sat straight, firmly cupped both of his hands and answered:
This subject is terrified, does not dare to toil the Emperor to take a lot of trouble
over this subject.
Lou Xi Yan!
Lou Xi Yan lightly raised his eyebrows, Yan Hong Tians cold eyes slightly
narrowed, the two people were staring at each other. Zhuo Qing secretly guessed,
these two people, the ruler and his ministers relationships were indeed
unconventional, then they would not want to have a fight, right! Unfortunately she
was disappointed, only to see Yan Hong Tian suddenly sat down on the bed to see
Lou Xi Yans complexion was indeed gradually better, he softly asked: Are you
satisfied with that present?
What present? Lou Xi Yan was startled.
Qing Feng.
She Lightly lifting his eyes to look across Yan Hong Tians shoulder, looking a
glance at a docile and obedient Zhuo Qing who was standing behind, Lou Xi Yan
gently smiled and answered: Very good.
Very good? But Xi Yan rarely evaluated a woman this way. Have you enjoyed
her? (This is implying if LXY has already xoxo ZQ. Hehehe)
Enjoyed her!?
Was she a pork chop meal?! What did he take a woman for?! Zhuo Qings head was
filled with sinister line Zhuo Qings gloomy appearance amused Lou Xi Yan,
changing the subject, Lou Xi Yan repressed a low cough: Ahem, ahem, ahem
Why were you coughing again! Yan Hong Tian frowned, patting him on his back,
said: You are not young anymore, should have a main wife, also good for your
Lous family to keep the incense burning in front of a temple! (I think this is a saying
that in the ancient period or maybe still happens in China that a daughter in law is
usually the one responsible to take care of those ancestors related prayer, takes care
of the house, etc) you and Xuan-ers matter
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Without waiting until Yan Hong Tian finished talking, Lou Xi Yan gently sighed
and answered: I, this half dead person, who will follow me to suffer hardship, the
main wifes matter will have to do it slowly.
Lou Xi Yan merely said some random words, but attracted Yan Hong Tians anger:
What nonsense, Xuan-er can follow you is her good fortune, you do not seem to
like Xuan-er, once more choosing in the same way.
Unwilling to receive this spoken words, Lou Xi Yan found an excuse to change the
subject: Bei Qi and Di Nu, both countries are in a civil war all year round, this time
Bei Qi comes to Qiong Yue to make customary deferences, I think that they come
to ask for help.
Good fight! Bei Qi wants Qiong Yue to undertake a task, just see what kind of price
they are willing to pay. You must not trouble yourself with this matter.
Understanding that he was not willing to take part in Xuan-ers marriage, Yan Hong
Tian also did not force him. In this whole world, he could force anybody, only Xi
Yan, he could not. Lightly patting Lou Xi Yans shoulder, he got up and said: Rest
properly, keep the body well. I leave first, do not come to the imperial court these
few days.
Ok.
Yang Hong Tian got up to walk to the front of the screen, suddenly stopped his
footsteps, looked a glance at the maid who was at the corner. At Xi Yans side always
had Mo Bai only, when did he have a maid by his side? The woman always bowed
her head, Yan Hong Tian did not examine carefully and raised his legs to leave.
Zhuo Qing secretly sighed, this mans attacking nature was really strong, he merely
swept her a glance just now, she could already sense a hostility from that pair of
black eyes. Confirming that Yan Hong Tian already left, Zhuo Qing immediately
put down the tray, Lou Xi Yan thought that she would ask a few questions at the
minimum, but did not expect that she did not ask anything. Hurriedly advancing to
walk over to the outside door, Lou Xi Yan worriedly asked: Where are you going?
Zhuo Qing did not turn her head but faintly floated a clear sentence: Looking for
food.
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Lou Xi Yan was surprised for a moment, trying to collect himself and not knowing
whether to cry or laugh. She was anxious and frantic, just because she wanted to find
food?!
Zhuo Qing went out a moment later, Jing Sas hand was holding a picture scroll,
softly pushed the door open to enter, stood at the outside of the screen, softly said:
Master, the investigation has finally finished.
A tired whisper sounded from the bedroom: Come in and speak.
Jing Sa entered the bedroom, one hand was unfolding the picture scroll, and said:
The Qing sisters are prestigious, there are many people who collect their portraits
in the capital. This was from Hao Yues poem gathering last year, the three Qing
Familys Misses composed poetry and they were painted by a scholar, Zhang Han.
On the picture, the three women were standing in front of a short table, a blue
clothing woman was holding a palm-leaf fan, her hand was softly grinding with
graceful posture, elegant smile. In the middle was a purple clothing woman who was
properly taking up a pen to write something, flying confident eyes. Behind her, also
had a petite figure woman in green with a silk handkerchief on her hand, the face
had a gentle smile, delicate, charming and enchanting. Three people with three
different bearings, but each one had a beauty and wonderful appearance, merely a
painting, already was unable to stop oneself.
Looking at the appearance, the woman in the middle should be Qing Feng, she was
posing like a noble and virtuous on the painting, dainty appearance. In reality, she
was defiant, arrogant and self-sustaining. Looking at the smile on the painting, then
comparing it to her current condition felt like having a flowery nightmare about the
woman. Lou Xi Yans face appeared colder, a gentle voice with some chilliness
asked: Who hurt her face?
Jing Sa and Mo Bai looked at each other for a glimpse, in the opposite sides eyes
had also seen a very light touch of surprise, happiness, anger, without showing any
feelings type of Master, the mood seemed to be excessively excited tonight, they
somewhat understood clearly in their hearts. Jing Sa bowed his head lightly and with
melancholy answered truthfully: It was herself. The three Qing Familys sisters
emphatically did not wish to act as the gifts to be delivered to Qiong Yue, Hao Yues
King caught their father and mother to threaten them, did not expect that the two
elders Qing Family died in prison unexpectedly. Before they started on the journey,
they disfigured their faces themselves, also tried to hang themselves in the past.
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However, they were not successful, were rescued and immediately delivered to enter
Qiong Yue.
Suicide? He did not believe Qing Feng would kill herself, at the minimum he had
seen this calm and arrogant woman to run into this kind of matter for a length of
time, absolutely would not choose to kill herself! Pondering, Lou Xi Yan asked:
What other characteristics do the Qing Familys sisters have?
Madam Qing was Hao Yues well-known tattoo expert, almost all Hao Yue
Countrys noblewomen tried to invite Madam Qing because they wanted to tattoo in
between their eyebrows with floral decoration. During the one months old birthday
for the three Misses Qing, Madam Qing tattooed the last character of their names on
their bodies, therefore if she was truly Qing Feng, her body should have a tattoo of
the character Feng.
Conferring this one Fengs character on her body was merely a simple matter,
right. Mo Bai frowned, what characteristic this was, Jing Sa could investigate so
other people could also investigate it.
Jing Sa shook his head, staunchly answered: This one characteristic, only the Qing
Familys sisters will know their existence. It was said that Madam Qing had a
supreme feat, the characters tattoos on their bodies would not come out during
normal time, only during the time when their moods were stirred up or the body
temperature raised, it would appear, also she only used this technique on her own
daughters bodies.
Look for an opportunity to verify her body whether or not she has a Feng character.
This womans behavior was entirely different than an ordinary person, at the very
least, he wanted to be certain whether or not she was Qing Feng.
Jing Sas face was stiff, did not reply for a very long time, Lou Xi Yan sensed Jing
Sas peculiar, softly asked: Where is the location of the tattoo?
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Chapter 25: Cottons
The morning ray of spring was charming and warm, really comfortable when it was
lightly sprinkling on the peoples bodies, she did not have any chance to take a look
at this small courtyard last night, it seemed delicate. Zhuo Qing could not help to say
that Lou Xi Yans taste was very good, the small storied building was located at the
rear of the courtyard, the front of the small storied building had a small open space,
where a row of stone tables and stone benches were placed. Standing here to look at
the scenery, felt refreshing, looking up to look was just a wide expanse of the
unlimitedness lake, and the merging of the azure horizon, vast and tranquil. Zhuo
Qing secretly sighed, truly extravagant ah, the 21st centurys land was extremely
expensive, who could dig that big of lake at the home, but couldnt help to say, Lou
Xi Yan could really enjoy it, woke up to see this kind of clear, vast waters, bad mood
would be very difficult.
Stretching her waist, Zhuo Qing slightly raised her head, amazed to find, under the
wall next to the lake, there were 3-4 full grown cotton trees, very beautiful, tall
branches with powerful extensions, fiery and huge red flowers were splendid.
Looking far away, it looked like a nest flame, and the dark green water in the lake
was shining, nothing was more beautiful that one could imagine, however, how
could Lou Xi Yans courtyard grow cottons?!
Zhuo Qing lifted her feet to walk, gently picked up the falling flowers and lost in
thought.
Catching up with Lou Xi Wus sight first thing in the morning, she unexpectedly
was still at Lou Xi Yans courtyard, shouted: Qing Feng, why are you still here?! I
will tell you this, do not think that just because my brother allows you to stay at Zhai
Xing pavilion, you are really the Lou Familys mistress, you are only just a small
concubine, remember that?!
Zhuo Qing lowered her head, only to watch attentively at one spoiled blossoming
flower, Lou Xi Wu was puzzled, what was so good looking about one spoiled
flower? Walking behind her, Lou Xi Yan was not patient and shouted: Hey, did
you or did you not hear me speak?!
Zhuo Qing refused to acknowledge the shout, she touched the thick and solid tree
trunk, asked: Were these few cottons planted at the courtyard?
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You knew these were called cottons? Lou Xi Wu stared blankly, but rapidly felt
proud of herself, smily answered: I would tell you a little insight, we Qiong Yue
did not have any cotton tree, a small country in the border of Nan Jiang offered a
tribute of cotton seeds many years ago. In the entire Qiong Yue, only West Empress
Dowagers palace had cotton trees, these few trees were bestowed by the West
Empress Dowager for elder brothers official salute as a Prime Minister.
West Empress Dowager? There is also East Empress Dowager? Zhuo Qing
voluntarily asked.
There is ah. Mentioning this, Lou Xi Wus head unconsciously raised higher: The
East Empress Dowager is my aunt.
Lou Xi Yan and the Emperor are cousins? No wonder, Lou Xi Yan and the
Emperor did not resemble a common ruler and ministers relation last night.
Seeing Zhuo Qings attitude that was not very aggressive today, after last night, she
did not dislike her anymore. Lou Xi Wus mood was pretty good, nodded and
replied: You can consider it that way, my aunt is always the owner of the East
palace. But for many years, the West palaces Imperial Concubine De that is the
West Empress Dowager at present time was very doted by the former Emperor. She
had two sons and one daughter, the former Emperor wanted aunt to adopt and foster
the eldest son, to become the crown prince. When we were young, I and elder brother
frequently entered the palace, so elder brother and Huangdi gege (LXW called the
Emperor huangdi gege- & can be translated as elder brother emperor. Im
keeping the pinyin) grew up together, as brothers.
Zhuo Qing pretended to understand clearly and nodded her head, she smiled and
said: That much rare tree species are bestowed to Lou Xi Yan, West Empress
Dowager surely likes your elder brother lo.
Lou Xi Wu answered: Indeed without a doubt, she still wishes that her daughter,
Princess Chao Yun is betrothed to be given to my elder brother.
Lightly rubbing her hands, Zhuo Qings brows easily wrinkled, how to say it, they
were not enemies, why did she deliver him cottons? Was it accidental or. Zhuo
Qings complexion sinked coldly, once again, stared at her hands that had the spoiled
flower. Lou Xi Wu misunderstood that she was worry for her own status, stepped
forward one pace, said in whisper: But you can be at ease, we, Lous family does
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not like the new and then hate the old, and climb up or admire the power from other
people, as long as you attend my elder brother nicely, no one will make life difficult
for you.
Zhuo Qing recovered, could not help but forced a smile, whom Lou Xi Yan would
marry with, it should not have any relation with her, all right! She was merely
curious, nothing more.
Under the cotton trees, two womens thoughts were different, a frivolous and
mocking male voice suddenly echoed: Ck, ck, ck, where did the small beauty come
from?
Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Wu turned around to see at the same time, saw Jing Sas side,
there was a man with white clothing. Zhuo Qings complexion immediately sank, he
was the man who wished for the whole world to be in chaos at Niu Jia Village!
Completely ignoring him, Zhuo Qing turned towards the side of the lake where the
bridge was.
Who would have thought that Qi Tian Yu was unwilling to give up unexpectedly.
He came up to meet her, Zhuo Qing raised her head, coldly looked back at him,
approached Qi Tian Yu and he discovered, this womans right cheek had two deep
scars, ruined her smooth as jade stunning look. Looking from a distant a moment
ago, her body was wearing raw silk clothing and hand was holding a spoiled flower.
She was standing proud and aloof, with threatening temperament, and entering to
discover now, that her face was unexpectedly this shattered.
The woman with a ruined face would usually use hair to cover it, or bow her head to
hide from other peoples line of sight, she certainly was different, her knee length
hair was agile and knotted into a braid, she did not have any hair accessory. Her face
also clearly showed the lovely front, especially her eyes, sharp and arrogant, along
with her face, his heart actually jumped, this woman was indeed interesting. Facing
her, feeling more interested and stopping Zhuo Qings path, Qi Tian Yu raised his
head and believed himself to give the most handsome smile, asked: As it turns out,
young lady is an ice beauty, I like it and dare to ask young ladys name?
Lightly raising her hand, the spoiled flower on her hand fell to the ground, Zhuo
Qing coldly answered: I dislike frivolous man, not pure.
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Qi Tian Yus smile was stiffed, Lou Xi Wus lips smiled, when did she ever see Qi
gege was beaten. Looking at his embarrassed face, Lou Xi Wus kindly answered:
Qi gege, she is called Qing Feng.
Qing Feng, she was Qing Feng, how could her face change like this?! Qi Tian Yu
secretly doubted, his hands still clasped to give greetings, smiley said: Miss Qing,
this small life gives courtesy. She did not like the frivolous type, she would like the
scholar type, right!
I even dislike a pretentious man more, nauseating.
Qi Tian Yus smile was stiffed on his face, uglier than crying, Lou Xi Wu could not
help to laugh heartily anymore. Qi geges facial expression was extremely laughable.
The cool face who was standing to the side, the expressionless Jing Sas corner of
mouth floated a suspicious smiling expression. Qi Tian Yu did not know whether to
laugh or cry, he did not offend her!!
What was the matter that made you smile and this happy ah! A hearty laugh
sounded at the time, Xue Xian Xin who was taking along a few servant girls came.
Qi Tian Yu slightly gave courtesy, smily said: Long time no see, Madam has not
changed one bit.
With an exaggerated smile, Xue Xian Xin cynically smiled and said: Yo, it is Qi
Da Gongzi (-an honorary title for a noble) who comes, it is no wonder that
our family Xi Wu smiles this happy, indeed when a girl is of age, she must be married
off ah!
This one family was best to get lost early, she had this type of craftys temperament,
only suited to manage the street type of family!
Lou Xi Wus gaze was nervous and swept along to Jing Sa, immediately shouted:
Second mother, you should not speak nonsense!
Zhuo Qing gently raised her eyebrows, this young woman was unlikely to be
committed in a puppy love, right?
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Looking at her gnashing her teeth, Xue Xian Xins mood felt better, deliberately
said: You still feel ashamed!
Looking at Lou Xi Wu anxiously clenching her fist, Qi Tian Yu set out to mediate,
smily said: Madam is cracking a joke at me, right, Xi Wus age is still young, I
think of her as my little sister.
Good, elder brother and little sister, just enough! Xue Xian Xin was also afraid
that Lou Xi Wu would be violent like last night, crossed them over, Xue Xian Xin
walked to one side towards Jing Sa and asked: Have Xi Yan already woken up?
Behind her back, a servant girl was carrying medicine drug concoction that was
similar to the one from last night. Zhuo Qing thought, stepped forward and said:
Give me the medicine.
Give you the medicine? Xue Xian Xin changed direction to walk to Zhou Qing
in a circle, with a stern voice said: You really think yourselves as this familys
mistress? What a joke! I looked at Xi Yan as a sick person last night, did not want
to bicker with you. You would better give me a little peace.
As it turned out, she was after this mistress title! Zhuo Qing indifferently answered:
I am not interested in this mistress position, but his medicine is my responsibility.
Not interested! She is definitely not interested in this! Xue Xian Xin sarcastically
smiled: Very brave, who gives you the courage to behave atrociously at the Prime
Ministers manor? Jing Sa, throw her out of the house for me!
Jing Sa was motionless, Xue Xian Xin was about to flip out, when the door of the
small storied building was slowly opened, Lou Xi Yans muffled and gentle voice
echoed: It is me who gives her the courage.
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Chapter 26: Hot Spring Garden (Part 1)
It is me who gives her the courage. A muffled and gentle voice echoed, Xue Xian
Xin originally still wanted to make threatening gestures, her face instantly changed
into a big smile and turned around to welcome, her face was in distressed, very
considerately, said: Xi Yan ah, why did you get up, quite a big illness a moment
ago. How can you recover properly if you are affected by the cold and wind.
Zhuo Qing was stupefied, it was a pity if this woman did not go acting, she was
arrogant and autocratic just a moment ago, and yet docile, graceful and caring more
like a mother now This, her face changing skill was considered to be
knowledgeable in the end.
Lou Xi Yan was accustomed to the act, indifferently answered: I am much better,
give my medicine to Qing Feng in the future. After speaking, he was looking
towards Zhuo Qing, advancing and slowly extending his hand.
What is he doing? Zhuo Qing stood motionless, Lou Xi Yan also did not speak, only
smiled and looked at her lovingly. Zhuo Qing could not stand it and rolled her eyes,
what kind of expression he was giving! If she did not walk to him, it would look like
she was unable to tell good from bad and reprehensible, the problem was, the
relationship between him and her did not even exist, OK!!
Lou Xi Yan was really patience, the other people were in a daze watching attentively
at Zhuo Qing. Zhuo Qings heart once again cursed over and over again, she
discovered for the first time that her patience was very good. Taking a deep breath,
forgetting about it, looking at him as a sick person now, Zhuo Qing unwillingly was
walking towards him.
Lou Xi Yan was seizing Zhuo Qings shoulder lightly, he was clearly favoring Zhuo
Qings behavior. Looking at Xue Xian Xin, she was not a fool, then put the medicine
on the stone table. Xue Xian Xin smily sighed: Very well, you said it, second
mother did it for your own good.
Lightly nodded, Lou Xi Yan answered: You still have to worry about some
meddlesome affairs at home, you go get busy, ok!
Xue Xian Xin nodded, conveniently smiled and said: That is also good, but you
must drink this medicine while it is still warm. Taking along the group of servant
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girls, Xue Xian Xin quickly departed, her smiling expression on the face was already
gone long ago. She underestimated this Qing Feng, only a short one day, Qing Feng
unexpectedly already obtained Lou Xi Yans favor. This was absolutely a fierce role,
she had to think it properly
Both hands were on the chest, Qi Tian Yu lowly smiled to mock and said: I was
thinking that you were still very ill, hurriedly rushed to go to you first thing in the
morning, I saw that you were actually very much enjoying it. Accompanied by a
beautiful woman, where did he look like a sick person!
Lightly lifting his eyes, Lou Xi Yan strolled casually and said: You came to visit a
sick person, not because you were having a free time.
En? Qi Tian Yu lightly raised his eyebrows, Xi Yans words sounded like, seemed
like somewhat sour eh.
Neglecting Qi Tian Yus probing expression, Lou Xi Yan asked: I remember that
your home that is located at the outskirts of the city has a courtyard, and a hot
spring?
Why did he suddenly ask this question? Qi Tian Yu answered: Right, it is spring
time now, soaking in the hot spring is very comfortable.
I want to go to there to recuperate, do not know if it is convenient or not

convenient? The words were said towards Qi Tian Yu, but the fact was Lou Xi
Yans gentle smile was looking at Zhuo Qing.
He, he, he, he, what was that expressions, Zhuo Qing got goose bumps without any
reason. Pushing away his hand, Zhou Qing retreated one step, this man was
sometimes gentle, sometimes was secretive, was forever unable to make sense of
what he was doing, but this was definitely and absolutely dangerous!
Oh, you can ah. Qi Tian Yu stared blankly, he invited him to go before but he did
not go. What was going on this year? Could it be that the beauty was accompanying
him, so he wanted to enjoy to go bathing like a happily married couple?!
Thinking that Lou Xi Yan could possibly suffer asthma, Zhuo Qing softly said:
Your bodys condition is not suited to soak in a hot spring.
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Lou Xi Yan did not understand and looked towards her, Zhuo Qing barely wanted
to start talking when a cotton flower flew by and fell down. Zhuo Qing with a
meaningful glance dodged a little, immediately laughed and said: But, going to see
an enchanting scenery place is also good. Going out to avoid floating cottons
season to treat his illness would be beneficial.
Zhuo Qing agreed, saw her flickering a moment ago, Lou Xi Yan did not perform
an in-depth investigation, said towards Jing Sa: Jing Sa, you go and prepare.
Yes.
Looking at Jing Sas back who just left, the silent Lou Xi Wu suddenly shouted: I
also want to go.
Lou Xi Yan frowned, barely wanted to start talking, Zhuo Qings eyes flashed
through, understood clearly and smily said: Let her accompany me, otherwise it
will be boring if I go by myself.
Zhuo Qing finished talking, Lou Xi Yan looked at Xi Wu one quick glance but did
not say anything. Xi Yan was really attached to this Miss Qing Feng, Qi Tian Yu
deliberately exploited an opportunity to step forward, fearless of being ridiculed,
said: Miss Qing, it is absolutely unlikely to be bored, there is still me ah!
Zhuo Qings cool eyes were looking from top to bottom, once more from bottom to
top to size up Qi Tian Yu, immediately perked up a smile and answered: I am saying
as a woman, I am very sorry, you hide it extremely well, I can not see it coming out
for a while.
Lou Xi Yan laughed heartily. She spoke really unbearable, apparently towards him,
she was consideredly lenient.
What misunderstanding do we have between us? Qi Tian Yu did not understand,

he was greatly puzzled, when was he this much horrid?!
Nothing. He was always seizing to incite her during the time at Niu Jia village,
how it could be a misunderstanding! But Zhuo Qing was unlikely to inform him.
Shrugging her shoulder, Zhuo Qing lightly evoked the corner of her mouth, with an
ignorant face, answered: It is just that who can help not stepping on a cockroach
when you see one.
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Cockroach
Once again, inside the Lan Yues storied building, there was an explosion of wild
laughters.
The chariot kept swaying back and forth, Zhuo Qing rapidly fell asleep. She had an
incomparable memory to cherish cars now, the same four wheels but the speed was
far worst. They went out at noon and it was already dusk now, but still had not
arrived! Yawning boringly and half squinting, she was looking at the other side, Lou
Xi Wu was lifting open the curtain lightly. Half lying on the window frame and
foolishly staring in front. Zhuo Qing had leaned her body towards the direction of
that small crack to see, sure enough, as she expected she caught sight of the tall and
arrogants back at the most front of the horse cart.
If you like him just inform him, there is no need to be sneaky like this.
Behind her back, a womans voice frightened Lou Xi Wu a bit, she hurriedly putting
down the window curtain, turned around to see Zhuo Qing faintly smiled to cast a
glance at her. Lou Xi Wus complexion was a little embarrassed and felt
uncomfortable, lowly shouted: You What are you talking nonsense about?! Was
she not sleeping just a moment ago? When did she wake up, Lou Xi Wu secretly
cursed to herself to look too ecstatic.
So, actually, I said something wrong? Zhuo Qing straighten up her body, lightly
stirred up the window curtain, refused to acknowledge Lou Xi Wu. Deliberately
propping her cheeks to stare at Jing Sas back, with a long sigh said: Ok, Jing Sa,
this ice cube actually is more and more pleasing to the eyes. You do not like him,
then I actually do not mind
Zhuo Qing had not even finished talking, but her wrist was in pain. Lou Xi Wu had
already dragged her. Lou Xi Wu was flustered, she roared and said: What do you
want?! It is best that you remember your own identity, you are my elder brothers
person.
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Ck, ck, ck, this girls jealousy was relatively big. Lazily smiling, Zhuo Qing got rid
of Lou Xi Wus hand, sarcastically smiled and answered: You do not like him
anyway, why do you care about it too much, right?
I Zhuo Qing provoked with her eyes, Lou Xi Wu clenched her teeth, and
answered: I am warning you, I do like him, he is mine! Do not even think to snatch
him!
Oh She is about 15-16 years old, the child was indeed precocious now Zhuo
Qing with eyes that were filled with provocation, again indifferently mocked and
said: This is your own wishful thinking, ok. You have not spoken to him, perhaps
he does not like you also can not say for sure. You do not even dare to confess to
him, what can still be showed off!
Fists was clenching and not willing to be looked down upon, in a fit of anger Lou Xi
Wu shouted: I will go to speak to him tonight!!
Very good! I am waiting to see. Zhuo Qing craftily smiled. Dealing with this
young girl, still had to spur her into action by making negative remarks to be
effective. There would be a good show to see tonight.
Zhuo Qings mood was delighted, she leaned against the chariot and closed her eyes
to rest. She surely did not expect now that there would really be a good show to
watch in the evening, but it was just that there was a part that was concerning her.
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Chapter 27: Hot Spring Garden (Part 2)
The side of the ears, the wind was blowing the trees leafs, rustling and caressing of
the gentle sound of intermittent running water. The atmosphere was also filled with
a slightly damp forest trees smell, surrounded by a faint misty water, it was very
comfortable. Spring times plants were sprouting soft green everywhere, Zhuo Qing
deeply breathed. Here was indeed a very good place, quiet, elegant small wooden
cabin, simple and rustic, small independent courtyard was also decorated rather
distinguished, built entirely by wood, did not have any brick roof tile, it was her
favorite style.
She heard that the back lane of every small courtyard directly led to the hot spring
water. Zhuo Qings heartbeat quickened, she still had not properly enjoyed the time
after arriving at this terrible era. Tearing down the hanging silk curtain on top of the
bedside, a piece of long and plain silk white towel was hanging on her neck now.
Zhuo Qing laughed and looked at Lou Xi Wu, since she entered the cabin, had not
stopped her footsteps, she was walking back and forth.
Was not this only a confession, no need to have this much nervousness, ok?! Zhuo
Qing pushed open the door to the rear court, while she was walking, she leisurely
laughed and said: I am going to soak in the hot spring now, wait until I come back.
If you have not succeeded with your confession, then it will be my turn lo.
Lou Xi Wu suddenly raised her head, she was staring at Zhuo Qings back,
practically screamed: You, do not even think about it!!
Zhuo Qing turned her body, her defiant eyes swept at Lou Xi Wus red face,
arrogantly answered: Then I will just watch you. Sometimes giving an appropriate
motivation was more effective than an encouragement.
Enjoying the killing gaze that was hot and could kill on her back, Zhuo Qing softly
perked up her lips, her mood was joyful and she was walking down the path.
The blue stone lane was twisting and turning, to the side was surrounded by short
and tall flowers and trees. The ray of the setting sun was warm on the ground, the
moist water vapor and the smell of flower could be felt. Zhuo Qings footsteps were
relaxed, she bypassed a few mountain rocks, a hot spring pool appeared in front of
her. The hot spring was surrounded by the mountain rocks and bushes, very secluded
and private, Zhuo Qing was satisfied.
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The pond used rocks to surround all four sides, the pond water was not deep. As if
it was a full moon, the moon shaped water pond was divided into two sides. In the
middle of the pond, there were small rocks that were used as a divider of the two
half moon shaped ponds. Although this was originally a full moon shaped pond, no
one would be able to see clearly on the other half side of the pond, very ingenuity.
Zhuo Qing took off the thin long skirt, held the white thin silk as a bath towel and
wrapped it around her. Using her foot to test the water temperature, it was just right,
she looked all around, finally still not taking off the white thin silk towel, she directly
walked down to the hot spring.
The steam was warm on the body, a thin mist revolved around the side of the body,
surrounded by the fragrance of flowers, the soft chanting of the bird, the setting sun
resembled fire. Watching the sunset like this was exactly the best plan, everything
was perfect.
Zhuo Qing sighed of relief comfortably, closed her eyes slowly. En, really
comfortable. A lazy and deep male voice suddenly echoed nearby, it seemed to be
very near to the ears.
Who is that?! Zhuo Qing swiftly opened her eyes, swept all around panicky.
The gurgling sound of the spring water, ash gray trees, except for her, there was
nobody around ah?!
Zhuo Qing frowned, could it be that she was too fatigue so the hallucination
appeared?!
Just when Zhuo Qing was puzzling for a length of time, once again an unhurriedly
male voice echoed: If I had known earlier, I would come here for self-cultivation
for several days every year.
This voice Zhuo Qing gnashed her teeth: Lou Xi Yan!
What a coincidence. A pretending to be surprised voice come out from the back
of the rocks that separated part of the full moon pond.
Lou Xi Yan was unexpectedly soaking in the hot spring on the other side?! When
did he come? She actually did not discover it or maybe he already came earlier. That,
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the time when she changed her clothes a moment ago. Zhuo Qings heart was
steaming and impatient, Lou Xi Yans clear and cold voice once again echoed: You
do not need to worry, indecent assault peeping and taking advantage of somebodys
precarious position, this kind of thing. I, Lou Xi Yan will never do it.
Leaning her back against the mountain rocks, Zhuo Qing was thinking that Lou Xi
Yan should not be this kind of person. The most important thing was this separation
of the mountain rocks was so low so when they were soaking in the pond, they should
not see each other from the opposite site. If she stood up to wear her clothes this
time, he would be able to see it throughly! Anyway, she would still wrap a white silk
fabric on her body so it was not naked completely. She had already gone to a Japans
male-female hot spring in the past, what should she be afraid of now!?
Soaking for a while, only hearing the rushing sound of the water, Lou Xi Yan did
not speak again, Zhuo Qing said in a low voice: Your physical condition is not
suited to soak in a hot spring, it is easy for the illness to develop, it is better to go
back early. It would be best for him to leave quickly, she should also get up. She
was unable to breathe a little from soaking too long.
For a long time, Zhuo Qing almost thought that he already left. Lou Xi Yans muffled
voice once again echoed: What do you know about my illness?
As it turned out, he was still here ah! Zhuo Qing used a white silk fabric to wrap the
upper part of her body, sat up slightly and casually answered: It should be asthma,
one type of respiratory system ailment. Watching at the situation during the
outbreak, it was awfully alike, but she did not have any specific examination so could
not be sure.
Lou Xi Yan did not actually soak in the hot spring, he was only sitting on the shore
of the rocks with his feet were soaking in the pond. Hearing Zhuo Qings words, his
hand that was gently pushing aside the water stopped for a moment and consciously
asked: You will treat it?
I am not able to, I have only heard of it and know some protective measure. She
learned to be a forensic investigator, ok?!
Eyes flashed with a bit of disappointment, but it quickly changed to pondering, Lou
Xi Yan continued to gently push aside the water, it produced the sound of rushing
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water, gently smiled and said: Qing-er is still indeed experienced and
knowledgeable.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, strangely called out: What did you call me?! Qing-er?
Am I Bai Su Zhen! (from Madame White Snake see below comment)
You do not like it? Pretending to ponder it over for a moment, Lou Xi Yan softly
called: Then, I will call you Feng-er, ok.
Feng-er She was almost mad
The people from ancient times, if they did not call any name without this er
character, they could not speak ah! Call me Qing Feng! Zhuo Qing was practically
flustered and exasperated when she spoke.
Lou Xi Yan was satisfied and perked up to smile, exciting mood, very good!
Continue Feng-er, did you get used moving from Hao Yue to Qiong Yue? I heard
that Feng-er was versed in poetry and proficient in all kinds of folk musical theater,
singing and dancing. If you need anything, simply instruct the servant to prepare it.
Zhuo Qing rolled her eyes, she knew nothing about poetry, anything related to folk
dance was impassable. Lou Xi Yan clearly did not take seriously her yelling, Zhuo
Qing impolitely answered: Peoples words can not be trusted, I hear that everyone
praises Prime Minister Lou for his cultured and refined, honest, resolute, is a modest
nobleman. It seems it resembles more like a rascal now.
Rascal? Lou Xi Yan softly raised his eyebrows, a sly smile on his face, very well,
then he would let her see what a real rascal looked like.
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Rascal? Lou Xi Yan softly raised his eyebrows, very well, then he would let her see
what a real rascal looked like.
Zhuo Qing was waiting for Lou Xi Yans retort, unexpectedly it was suddenly dead
silence on the other side, could not even hear the sound of water.
Humph, en A repressed melancholy hum suddenly echoed, gently, then a

splashing sound.
What is going on? Zhuo Qing was keeping close to the mountain rocks, listening
carefully. She came across a gasp for breathing sound and the sound of trickling
spring water. Zhuo Qing listened feeling unsure, she hesitated and called: Lou Xi
Yan?
I am all right Intermittent answer and almost did not catch what he was
saying. But Zhuo Qing could still hear the difficult words came out, this sound could
be called as all right?!
Lou Xi Yan, what is happening to you?! It was not asthma recurrence, right!?
Lou Xi Yan! Lou Xi Yan, you should speak ah! Zhuo Qing shouted a few times,
the other side was responding to her with more and more turbid panting sound,
around the warm river steams make Zhuo Qing to even more concern. Recalling his
appearance from last nights outbreak, Zhuo Qing was anxious, shouted: Blue eyes,
blue eyes, are you here?!
Mo Bai Mo Bai. Her yelling sound was the only thing echoing in the hot
spring pond. She was waiting for a response but it was never came out, only the
sound of heavy breathing could be heard more and more rapid from the opposite
side.
Darn it! He usually wandered around Lou Xi Yans side, at the time that he was
truly needed, where did he go!! Supporting herself by holding on the mountain rocks,
Zhuo Qing was unable to care much, wanted to go to the shore to put on her clothes
to take a look. Walking a few steps, Zhuo Qing squinted her eyes to look for her
clothes, where was it?! She definitely took it off near the entrance on the top of that
big stone, how was it disappeared!!
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Ah A painful shout was heard afterwards, and then water splashing sound
Could it be that he drowned?! Originally he could not breathe and now drowned
Clenching her teeth, Zhuo Qing got up with a wet white silk fabric that was wrapped
around her, she was somewhat tiptoeing. Zhuo Qing saw clearly on the opposite side
of the pond, Lou Xi Yans half body was already soaking in the water, one hand was
covering his chest, the other hand was grabbing the shore rocks. Because of
breathing difficulty, his shoulder was moving up and down violently, he was almost
half lying on the edge of the pond. Zhuo Qing was unable to see his face, but could
see his difficult breathing.
Lou Xi Yan! Zhuo Qing screamed, Lou Xi Yan did not response. The hand that
was clutching the rock a moment ago, it was releasing it slowly now, Zhuo Qing
with great alarm, was unable to care about herself, only wrapped a wet white silk
fabric, quickly stepped across the hot spring to cross over to the other side of the
small stone. Zhuo Qing ran towards Lou Xi Yan.
Holding on Lou Xi Yans shoulder, seeing clearly his almost fainted appearance,
Zhuo Qing jumped, she was lightly patting his face, anxiously said: Get up, you get
up quickly!
Zhuo Qing was wet all over, the white silk fabric around her body was already
soaked, sticking tightly to her skin, the white silk fabric surrounded the curve of her
body and completely exposed it, exquisite and delicate. Lou Xi Yan only looked at
it for a glimpse, the blood was already surging People, come ah. He was
extremely heavy, she absolutely could not help him up! What to do!? Lou Xi Yan
was continuously facing towards the water, Zhuo Qing could only obliged to jump
in the pond. Both hands were holding his chest to push up, Zhuo Qing continued to
call for help with a loud voice: Is there anybody, quickly come ah!
If Zhuo Qing carefully observed Lou Xi Yan at this time, naturally she could see
that his complexion was not pale, rapid breathing but not chaotic. However after
seeing his outbreaks appearance yesterday evening, his half body was soaking
inside the pond now, Zhuo Qing could only think to pull him up so she did not pay
any attention to his flush complexion.
Zhuo Qing was holding him tightly, her hair was wet and wrapping his shoulder,
two people were practically sticking together, her chest was soft and stroking him
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gently from time to time. Lou Xi Yan was breathing and shivering in cold, his body
seemed to be stiffed, his breathing was really muddy and chaotic at this time.
Why his body was heating up!! Zhuo Qing was afraid that because he was nervous,
he forgot to breathe. On one hand, she was striving to drag him to climb ashore, on
the other hand she was pacifying and saying: Lou Xi Yan, you do not need to be
nervous, keep breathing.
Heavens! She was stroking him gently again, he could not breathe very soon!!
Is there anyone!
Zhuo Qings half body was in the lukewarm spring water, continuously exerting her
strength to drag and pull Lou Xi Yan up. Her face and neck were already sweating,
right side of her skin also started to redden slightly. Lou Xi Yans eyes were
shimmering, panting slightly while bowing his head, slightly narrowed eyes were
fixed on the exquisite skin, after the red scar, like visible veins on the skin slowly
appeared, more and more obvious, faintly discernible like a faint character that was
appearing Still could not see clearly what the character was, Lou Xi Yans sharp
sense detected that the plants were swaying, an extremely quick blue shadow leapt
to come from the side. Lou Xi Yans expression was dark, one hand was encircling
Zhuo Qings waist, the other hand was exerting to lift and release a purple clock
from the side, the cloak scattered and fell down, just in time to cover Zhuo Qings
exquisite curve and chest that showed a distinct character more and more.
With great effort, Zhuo Qing pushed Lou Xi Yan to ashore, Lou Xi Yans heavy
body was suddenly able to be pushed to ashore by her. Two people were lying on
their stomachs together at the shore on the gravel stones, although their feet were
still inside the water, more than half of their bodies finally came out. Zhuo Qing felt
warm on her body, a dark purple clock fell on her body.
Zhuo Qing was wondering how a cloak fell down on her body, when the sound of
the light footsteps already echoed behind her, Zhuo Qing was astonished and turned
around to look.
Seeing clearly the mans appearance, Zhuo Qing shouted: It is you?! That person
who caused her injury Qian Jing! (again ZQ was using the wrong characters of
this guys name, the explanation was in Chapter 17). Was he the one who gave her
the cloak?!
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Seeing clearly Zhuo Qings face, Qian Jing was also rashly said: It is you?! He
heard somebody was screaming a moment ago, just came over to take a look. As it
turned out, it was her! Behind her an icy gaze was following him from the beginning,
he appeared to keep staring at him. Qian Jing squinted his eyes to look, one
handsome profile of a man who was looking at him coldly, long and narrow eyes
were shining a deep and cold ray. Qian Jing lightly raised his eyebrows, it appeared
that he disturbed other peoples happy occasion. Inside the hot spring pond, the two
were soaking wet and holding each other, this was really romantic. Qian Jing
chuckled, smiled and said: Really romantic ah!
Demon! Qian Jing started talking ridiculous words, Zhuo Qing glared at him and
scolded: What nonsense!! His illness relapsed, you, hurry up to come over and
help.
His illness relapsed?? He saw that pervert mind appeared! Both hands were on the
chest, he was casting a glance at the man who partially collapsed on the ground, Qian
Jing answered:How do you want me to help?
What else can you help?! Help to pick him up.
Pick him up? This mans expression was clear and bright, looking at him a moment
ago, his eyes were flashing a shady look when looking at her, where the serious
illness appearance came from, simply wanted to take advantage of her!!
Qian Jing was staring at the half motionless Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing could not stand
it and shouted: You, hurry up ah!
Waving one hand, the corner of his mouth raised a touch of malicious laughter, Qian
Jing answered: You, get out of the way, do not be a hindrance.
Zhuo Qing flung aside and curled her mouth, but did not say anything, tightly
wrapped the cloak, she retreated to one side, she did not have any strength anyway.
Help him up, right, he would help him up right away. Qian Jing stretched out,
tightly clamped down on Lou Xi Yans arm, he originally planned to use power to
throw him to climb ashore. However just when Qian Jing was about to use force, the
seemingly weak Lou Xi Yan suddenly turned his hand over to buckle his wrist. His
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power was great, it went against Qian Jings expectation, he looked up to look, just
in time when that pair of deep eyes clashed.
Lou Xi Yan borrowed Qian Jings strength to leap backward, two people finally
retreated to the shore together. Between these pulling and dragging, the two men
were also wrestling a contest with the eyes, surging up violently like an undercurrent.
It was a pity that Zhuo Qing was unable to see it, she only saw that Lou Xi Yan was
helped to the shore by Qian Jing.
Squatting at Lou Xi Yans side, Zhuo Qing asked: How are you?
Feeling touched, Lou Xi Yan lightly shook his head.
Qian Jing secretly cursed, this man could really pretend, at the time he buckled his
wrist, indeed his face was not red nor panting for air ah, Lou Xi Yan was drenched
all over. Zhuo Qing turned her head to look towards the side at the cools eyes of
Qian Jing, suddenly said in a low voice: Take off your clothes!
Take off Qian Jing retreated one step afterwards, lowly asked: Why do I have to
undress?!
Zhuo Qing was impatient and urgently said: Why do you talk so many nonsenses,
hurry up!
Seeing that she was only draped on a purple cloak and the cloak was already splashed
with water, sticked lightly on her body, her long hair was still dripping water. Half
kneeling on the ground, her silhouette looked so weak and thin, did not know why
his heart was soft, Qian Jing still took off the outside garment and threw it to give to
Zhuo Qing.
Taking his clothes, Zhuo Qing however did not put it on her own body, rather draped
it on Lou Xi Yans body. The night scene at the hot spring pond was gradually dense,
the wind was slowly getting stronger, if he caught a cold, it would definitely lead to
a more severe respiratory illness. Zhuo Qing was entirely thinking from a doctors
point of view about this issue, so her thought of giving the clothes to Lou Xi Yan
was merely normal. Qian Jing, however, did not understand Zhuo Qings way of
thinking, only thought that she was an idiot! She did not have clothes on her own
body, but still gave the clothes to that man who clearly harbored a malicious
intention!! He was indeed insane to take off his clothes to give it to her!!
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Assisting Lou Xi Yan to drape over the clothes properly, Zhuo Qing was finally
relaxed and asked: Are you a little better?!
Not only Qian Jing was annoyed because of Zhuo Qings action, Lou Xi Yan also
did not expect that she would drape the clothes on his own body. Somewhere in his
heart felt a peculiar, warm feeling, Lou Xi Yan was absent-minded for a moment,
until his ears heard Zhuo Qings low voice to inquire, Lou Xi Yan recovered, softly
answered: En.
I will go to call for someone. Zhuo Qing got up, but two big hands gripped her
wrist.
Put on the clothes properly first. Attentively helping her to put on the cloak
properly, Lou Xi Yan lightly released his hands.
Zhuo Qing felt somewhat stupid, honestly speaking, Lou Xi Yans gentle
appearance, could really make peoples heart to palpitate, but his hateful
appearance would also equally make blood to move violently! Grabbing the cloak,
Zhuo Qing hurriedly got up, went along the lane and hurriedly ran to go out.
After Zhuo Qing left, the hot spring pond sinked into a strange and serene place
For a very long time, Qian Jing phoenixs eyes slightly narrowed, disdainfully
snorted and said: You use this kind of method to cheat a woman, do you not think
that you are awfully despicable? Looking at him who looked like a good citizen
type of person, so actually, there was a person who was a shameless and despicable
believer like him.
With a smiling expression on the face as before, but did not feel well-intentioned,
Lou Xi Yan cold voice sneered and said: I was having fun with Madam and there
was no need for an outsider to come and care about it! It was best that he did not
see anything a moment ago, otherwise Madam?! That ugly woman was his
Madam?! Qian Jing suddenly thought of himself like a big folly! Why did he want
to care about her matter!! Even if she was cheated by whomever, what was the
relationship with him?! He was developing what kind of craziness, or what kind of
bad luck!! Mentally grew more and more uncomfortable, while facing Lou Xi Yans
cold look, he also glared back at him rudely.
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Hazy night scene, charming misty spring water, one stood and one crouched, one
icily arrogant and one fidgety, two men who were hostile to each other
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Chapter 29: Qian Jing
Hot Spring Garden (Zheng Hall)
Charming and passionate moonlight, hot blowing wind night, refreshing fragrance
of flowers, misty green grass, sound of running water, curl of smoke, teas fragrance
was permeating the inside of Zheng hall, brightly lit candle. Everything was very
beautiful, but the atmosphere was somewhat anxious, awkward and strange. Lou
Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing already changed the wet clothings. Lou Xi Yan sat at the
guests seat, he was holding a cup of green tea. The corner of his mouth was still
lightly raised, slightly narrowed his eyes to stare at the floating and sinking tea leaves
on his hand. He kept silent, but was unable to see if he was happy or angry. Qian
Jing was half-leaning to the patio, hand was flipping a thin like cicada wings
throwing knife, felt boring with impatience face. Mo Bai stood next to Lou Xi Yan,
a pair of blue eyes took precaution to stare at Qian Jings sharp blade on his hand.
Zhuo Qing was sitting at the furthest seat on the side, one hand was holding a pastry
and the other hand was holding green tea. She was eating eagerly and drinking to
enjoy herself quietly, completely ignoring a group of men who were competing
secretly in the room.
Qi Tian Yu swallowed his saliva, looked at this, once again looked at that, was
thinking that it would be more awkward if he did not say anything. In any case, he
was the host, softly coughing, Qi Tian Yu got up to walk in the middle of Zheng
hall. Looking towards Lou Xi Yan, he laughed and said: This is Lou Xi Yan.
Inconveniently and straightforwardly saying Xi Yans status, Qi Tian Yu hesitated
in a moment, then continued to say: He is my good friend.
Looking towards Qian Jing, Qi Tian Yu thought, finally vaguely said: This is Qian
Jing, also my good friend.
Lou Xi Yan slightly raised his head, indifferently smiled and deeply said: Many
thanks, to Qian Gongzi (an honorific call for a noble) to come to help just a moment
ago.
He is Lou Xi Yan?! That man who was grace, sensitive to peoples need, well-known
in the six countries!? Qian Jing secretly cursed, this man was also too fake, he was
exactly this kind of face at the hot spring a moment ago!! Skimpily cupping his hands
to greet, Qian Jing mockingly said: I do not deserve your praise! Prime Minister
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Lou is really not the same person as his famous reputation! That ugly woman was
following after him, cheated to death, also did not know how she herself died!
Eh What hatred did the two of them have?! Qi Tian Yu had no idea what was
going on, but also was not stupid enough to immediately ask, hurriedly pointed
toward the side, to Zhuo Qing who was unconsciously and happily eating, he smiled
and said: This is Miss Qing Feng from Hao Yues Country.
One of the three pretty women of the Qing Family? Qian Jing suddenly
straightened up, he was staring at Zhuo Qing tenaciously, for a good moment, with
a desperate face, sighed and said: Ck, ck, rumor can not really be trusted, eh, no,
absolutely can not be trusted He listened to countless people that said how the
three Qings sisters were graceful, elegant and outstanding beauties, what refine and
outstanding, what gentle and graceful, he once thought to go to Hao Yue to take a
glimpse at the beautiful face Now it seemed Fortunately, he did not go!
Softly putting one hand on his back, the sharp blade on his hand was already hidden
somewhere, Qian Jing touched his nose and said: I would better leave. Otherwise
he did not know what type of person would appear to come out? Jiang Hu is
dangerous ah, ah, ah Qian Jing strode over to go out, Qi Tian Yu anxiously became
aware and chased: Hold on! Brother Qian do not urgently leave ah! We have not
discussed about that one matter properly yet, correct?
Qian Jing stopped, waved his hand, impatiently answered: Ok, ok, you look for me
to manage the matter, I will manage it well. As for the price, I will calculate exactly
according to the professional price, I will not extort you.
After considering it also, Qi Tian Yu nodded: That is also ok!
Tian Yu was rarely in such a hurry, Lou Xi Yans brows gently knitted and asked:
Tian Yu, what difficult matter that you have not told me? Strictly speaking, I will
not come to disturb you.
No, no, Xi Yan, actually it was nothing major! Looking at Lou Xi Yan who got
up, Qi Tian Yu was also anxious, afraid that he misunderstood what the urgent matter
was. Qi Tian Yu immediately said: Well, the matter was like this, an unknown
person came out of nowhere to my familys grand casino to gamble for three days,
he lost more than ten thousand liang, he firmly spoke an allegation that the casino
cheated, wanted me to give back the money to him. This was an impossible matter,
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a trouble afterwards, he unexpectedly sneaked into the familys home, it was

reckoned that he wanted to kidnap Tian Xin to threaten me. The conclusion was that
he kidnaped Tian Xins personal maid, Ru-er. It had been 2 days, Tian Xin was very
noisy with me everyday, making the whole family could not feel peaceful, I just
wanted to seek Brother Qian to help me find that kidnapper, save Ru-er and save me
the trouble from Tian Xin.
There was such a thing? Lou Xi Yan knitted his eyebrows and asked: Did you report
the case to the authorities?
I did report it, your health is not good, you also hold an important position with
many different kind of affairs, I will not trouble you in this sort of trivial matter.
Originally, he wanted to say to Xi Yan, that he was still considering if he wanted to
tell him about this when his chronic illness recurred once again, how could he trouble
him then!
Did the government office have any news? He estimated that there was not any,
otherwise Tian Yu would not find someone for help.
Sure enough, Qi Tian Yu answered fidgety: There was not any news at all.
Originally, Qian Jing wanted to leave but hearing this here, he groaned disparagingly
and answered proudly: If it is not because of the authorities who are not able to
accomplish this, otherwise what are you doing still looking for me.
Lou Xi Yan lightly raised his eyebrows, looked at the man who was facing the
outside door. The Qi Family owned and managed the casino, even at the capital, they
had to request an assistance from somebody, in the end, what kind of person?
Furthermore, he and Qing Feng seemed to be old friends. Since Qian Jing seemed
to not refrain from his own identity, Xi Yan had also an interesting appearance. Qi
Tian Yu brightly smiled and said: Brother Qian is the most famous bounty hunter
in Qiong Yue, Brother Qian is able to arrest and bring justice to a lot of people who
can not be arrested by the authorities. He seeks to arrest the murderer in this aspect,
is really awesome.
Bounty hunter! Qiong Yue definitely had a lot of bounty hunters, however the ones
who could receive famous reputations praises, there were only two men, Ye Mei
(Night Charm), and Ao Tian (Rambling Sky). He had not heard Qian Jing, or he
was, Ye Mei or Ao Tian.
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Lou Xi Yan was reckoning secretly, one clear sound of a womans voice that was
not light nor heavy sneered: Indeed very awesome, to arrest a criminal who is also
able to let him run away, awesome ah! Zhuo Qing patted her hands to get off of the
crumbs of pastries, and with disapproval look on her face.
The original proud face was motionless all of a sudden, glaring at Zhuo Qing, Qian
Jing angrily said: Woman, you do not need to be too arrogant, pay back the money!
Zhuo Qing was laughing: You are indeed Qian (money) Jing (extremely-fine), want
money like crazy, when do I owe you money. Alzheimers disease flares up?
What Alzheimers disease?! But it was not a good thing, Qian Jing stepped across
to go inside the living room again, casted sidelong glances at Lou Xi Yan, and was
scolding Zhuo Qing again: You were wounded last time, I gave you the medicine
that was valued at 50 liang!! 50 liang!! Return the medicine money, you are the
Prime Ministers woman, surely can afford 50 liang!
When did I become his. Woman!!
Zhuo Qing had not yet finished talking, Lou Xi Yans cold voice unhurriedly echoed:
Many thanks to Qian Gongzi who decided to help at that time, these silvers should
equal to the medicine fee.
Lou Xi Yans voice dropped just now, Mo Bai was already taking a stack of
banknotes and walking in front of Qian Jing. Qian Jing looked up and looked, oh
wow, very big style in spending money, this stack had at least 200 liang!
Qian Jing had not yet reached out to accept it, one fair hand already took the stack
of banknotes from Mo Bais hand and ran!
There was money but no place to spend it, would be better to just give it to her, why
wasted it! Zhuo Qing was in front of Qian Jing, took the money, and tucked it inside
her sleeve, grimly laughed and said: You dare to mention the injurys matter to me,
then I will give you the calculation properly.
Lightly raising her head, the scar from the knife on her neck was faintly discernible,
Zhuo Qing slowly and clearly said: You arrested the criminal and hurt me, the
wound still hurt up until now, my physical and psychologicals harms that were
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caused by this injury were tremendous, furthermore it might leave behind some
residual effects, thus you ought to pay me money for medical fees for any other
injury that would appear later on. Lost on income fees, nourishment fees, mental loss
fees, etc. In retrospect, considering that you had consciousness to help, I just charged
you 100 liang, ok. You could deduct the so called medicine money, then you gave
me 50 liang, I would not be arguing with you anymore.
Standing in front of Qian Jing, Zhuo Qing stretched out her hand agilely, spit out a
few words: 50 liang! Pay back the money!
Medical fees? Lost of income fees? Nourishment fees? Mental loss fees?? Qian Jing
was a little stupid, but hearing 50 liang, he sobered up immediately and shouted: 50
liang, you extorted money ah.
Zhuo Qing leisurely answered: One lousy pill that you did not know where it came
from, you wanted 50 liang, who was extorting money after all?
What lousy pill, that was indeed a medicine from that strange Doctor Xi Mu!! 50
liang was cheap for you! As expected, this woman was speaking unclear rational!!
Waving his hand irritably, Qian Jing firmly answered: Forget about it, forget about
it, I am too lazy dealing with this type of childish ignorant womans long winded
talk.
Childish ignorant woman?! Very good, Zhuo Qing lightly raised the corner of her
mouth, and raised her head to plaster a fake smiling expression, sneery said: Well,
even if that lousy pill of yours is valued at 50 liang, then you also owe me 50 liang,
return the money!
You!! He already did not want to argue with her, she was still unwilling to spare
him!! Qian Jing opened his eyes widely, the angry voice was somewhat trembling:
Regard me to have bad luck!! Woman, do not let me see you again!! Next time
she was looking for him, even if she would kneel to request him, he would not seek
her!!
Groaning lowly, Qian Jing did not answer and rushed out of the living room. Zhuo
Qings hands were on her chest, looking at the desolate and fleeing view of his back,
arrogantly laughed and said: Remember to return the money next time!
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The devil sound winded on his ears, Qian Jing lowly cursed, never next time,
absolutely never!! He would not want to see this ugly woman anymore!
Looking at Zhuo Qings back who was laughing heartily, Lou Xi Yans expression
was gloomy. What was the relationship between her and Qian Jing after all, in front
of him, even though she was arrogant, arguing sharply, but yet having less of the
normal calm, arrogant and guarded, like she was not approachable. Was it Qian
Jing, he, would remember
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Chapter 30: The Little Girls Hurt Feeling
Go away, I do not want to eat!
After the shrieking sound, there was a sound of a falling bowl of dish.
The young servant girl who delivered the food was standing at the side shivering not
knowing what to do. Zhuo Qing waved her hand towards her to let her leave.
Sweeping a quick look at a completely messy floor, splashing food on the cabin.
Zhuo Qings hands were on her chest, coldly answered: If you want to starve
yourselves to death to let your Jing gege to have a guilty conscience and feel sorry
for you, then you still need to work a little harder, do not merely not eating food, the
best way is you must also not drinking water, persevere for 5-6 days, then you will
not be far away from being dead.
Lou Xi Wu smashed a pile of things, while gasping for air, she was also scolding:
You, this bad woman, even if there is no me, he will also not like you!
Not bad, not eating for one day, she still had strength to scold people! Zhuo Qing
avoided the wreckage on the floor and sat down on the chair at the side, dismissively
replied: In the eyes of other people, your darling is merely a grass, nothing more.
You are the Lous family daughter, he dares to reject you and gives you an
embarrassment. You can give him a hard time and make him suffer terribly. You are
the owner and he is the servant. You want to do what just do it, what is the point to
get angry like this!
That is enough, enough!! Lou Xi Wu was hysterical and continued to cry and
shrieked: What owner ah, what servant ah. I have never regarded him as a servant!!
He just wants to use this as an excuse to avoid me!
Zhuo Qing used hands to lightly press her ears, was unable to endure the shrieking
sound and answered: Maybe it is because of a status that he does not dare to accept
you. You can test his sincerity towards you ah! You are blindly barking out a sound
like this for what!!
How do I test? Lou Xi Wu did not shout. She was staring at Zhuo Qing with
swollen eyes as big as walnuts due to crying all night.
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Zhuo Qing turned and rolled her eyes, the entire water pipe, the tears were released
way too easily, ok! Thinking, Zhuo Qing casually answered: Usually observe him
more, whether or not he is nervous about you, care about you, especially when you
are in danger or the time when you have a headache and fever, in the midst of the
calamity, the truth will appear.
Lou Xi Wu finished listening, her head dropped down, dispiritedly whispered: Even
knowing that he likes me can also do what, he is a big stone (stubborn), he will
determine that his status does not fit with me. No matter how hard I work, he will
not admit that he likes me!
This was also correct, according to her very few knowledges about Jing Sa, she could
also see that. He was absolutely a block latrine stone, both ruthless and firm!
Thinking, Zhuo Qing indifferently smiled and said: When necessary, doing what
is done is done is also possible. (This is an idiom -sheng mi zhu
cheng shu fan. The literal meaning is the uncooked rice is completely cooked. ZQ
was implying if necessary LXW should go for it to force Jing Sa to accept her).
Uncooked rice. Lou Xi Wus face blushed all of a sudden, she was red from neck
to forehead, a pair of eyes were in a daze staring at Zhuo Qing. It seemed that she
was the same as a freak, with a clever tongue that could also strike a knot: You,
you, what nonsense did you say ah! Nonsense, nonsense!! Simply Simply
shameless!!
This was called shameless? She thought that her own wording was already refined
enough. Lou Xi Wus blushing face was soon burning up, hating that she was unable
to glare her eyes to come out of the holes. Zhuo Qing simply got up to withdraw to
the outside door, answered unbearably: Fine, I am shameless, then you cry slowly,
ok! Remember not to drink water, you can starve yourselves to death and the whole
world will be at peace!
Qing Feng, you, get lost! A bang sound, one porcelain cup was thrown towards
Zhuo Qing, it broke into pieces on the ground. Fortunately, she ducked out of the
way quickly, otherwise even if there was no blood, but the skin would still be broken.
This was a so-called wealthy daughter, ok. The young ladys bad temper was actually
not small. Zhuo Qing shook her head, decided to look for Qi Tian Yu to request a
change of the courtyard. She dared not to provoke and had better avoided her.
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Walking and stopping to go around the circle, she discovered just now, this hot
spring garden was quite big, exquisite and elegant, especially this courtyard in front
of her eyes, the babbling sound of running water, clusters of pale pink azaleas,
looked delicate, supple and sentimental. Feeling shy, Zhuo Qing narrowed her eyes
for a moment, it seemed that it was Lou Xi Yans courtyard up front, right, did not
know whether or not his asthma was better.
Zhuo Qing was still thinking, Lou Xi Yans clear, raw and soft voice echoed from
behind: You came.
She was just thinking about him, he appeared right away. Zhuo Qing was somewhat
embarrassed, smily said: Did your health a little bit better?
Much better. Under the warm sun, Lou Xi Yan was walking slowly, his long
gown was flustering, eyes were smiling, somewhat feeling lazy, walking to Zhuo
Qing. Lou Xi Yan lightly smiled and asked: Did you come to look for me for some
matter?
Was there some matter? Calculating, Zhuo Qing nodded and said;: I do not want
to rush you, but I want to see my sisters as soon as possible. I. really miss her.
She and Gu Yun saw that one strange bagua board (the eight divination trigrams)
together and fainted afterwards, it was reasonable to say that, she surely also came
to this world. They were already separated for half a month, she really wanted to
confirm quickly, whether or not there was Yun within the Qings sisters. If there was
not, how would she look for her? They had already changed their appearances,
undoubtedly, it would be like finding a needle in the haystack!!
Although he had not seen it clearly whether or not there was a letter Feng on her
chest yesterday, but Lou Xi Yans heart already convinced that she was exactly Qing
Feng. After all, not too many people in this world had a tattoo that would appear
because of the raising of her body temperature. Recalling her urgent appearance to
rescue and give him medical treatment yesterday, Lou Xi Yans heart was warm,
with a deep sound answered: I will think of a way, I and General Su are responsible
for the civil and military positions. We normally do not have much contacts, I will
find a way to let you meet with your elder sister first, ok.
Fine. Seeing one was ok, right, maybe that elder sister was exactly Yun, could
not say it for sure. Suddenly recalling Qiong Yues Emperor, that pair of eyes that
were similar like eagle eyes, Zhuo Qing was somewhat anxious. That emperor was
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absolutely not a person who could be provoked, Yun was originally a short temper
person, absolutely a fiery lady. Zhuo Qings heart was reckoning secretly and Lou
Xi Yan did not disturb her. She wore a light yellow skirt today, her long hair was
still carelessly knotted in a braid. Standing quietly in the middle of the azalea
flowers, lightly and elegantly knitting her brows, eyebrows were a little cold, a trace
of melancholy. This kind of her was unexpectedly and exceptionally beautiful, she
had nothing to do on this beautiful looks, temperament dictated.
Recovering and feeling that Lou Xi Yans gaze heated up excessively, the two
people were standing face to face, Zhuo Qing was somewhat embarrassed. Recalling
that the room still had the angry Lou Xi Wu, Zhuo Qing asked: How did the young
Jing Sa become the Prime Minister manors head housekeeper, did he follow you
since he was young?
Lou Xi Yan stared blankly, did not understand why she suddenly asked about Jing
Sa, but nevertheless lightly smiled and answered: Yes, originally his father was our
familys housekeeper.
So, actually, it was like this, in other words, Lou Xi Wu and Jing Sa might be
childhood sweethearts?! (The original characters were qing mei zhu ma.
The literal translation was green plums and bamboo horse. It could also be translated
that both LXW & JS grew up together). In that case, did Lou Xi Yan know that Lou
Xi Wu was secretly in love with Jing Sa, maybe Jing Sa also liked Lou Xi Wu?
Somewhat curious, she had nothing to do anyway, Zhuo Qing smiled and said:
Then, do you know whether or not he has a sweetheart?
Lou Xi Yans heart flashed through an annoying thought, still smiled, intonation
slightly raised: Is Feng-er interested in him?
Zhuo Qings brows wrinkled again, with also a cold voice: We are just talking over,
can you not call me Feng-er!
Lou Xi Yan lowly smiled, with a puzzle look, answered: You do not like this name?
I think it sounds very pleasant to hear.
I think it sounds very unpleasant to hear!! Zhuo Qing was just about to discuss
seriously and throughly about this important relationship issue with Lou Xi Yan,
Jing Sas strong dark figure suddenly appeared inside the courtyard, with an unusual
and urgent voice said: Master.
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Miss left a letter and ran away. Even though he strived to cover up, Lou Xi Yan
and Zhuo Qing could see what his frenetic eyes could not conceal.
No way! Zhuo Qing was flabbergasted, and asked: Left a letter and ran away? What
did she write?
Jing Sas complexion was cold, ultimately taking out a small piece of paper from his
sleeve. Zhuo Qing hurriedly took the piece of paper, a few written characters on the
top. I am gone, you do not want to see me, just no need to be afraid that I will
bother you, I will not bother you anymore in the future!
Maygod! (I thought it was funny that the author really used that word. Not sure if
she intentionally misspelled it though). She was only casually saying something a
moment ago, she would not really put herself in the middle of any dangerous
situation, made Jing Sa anxious and nervous about her, right!! What did this girl
want!
Slipping the piece of paper to Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing sighed and said: Your
younger sister is a strong child, we should better try to find her separately, ok.
Otherwise she did not know what matter would come out.
Lou Xi Yan only swept a glance at the piece of paper that was on his hand, then just
grabbed it with his hand, did not have any anxious expression on his face, serenely
said towards Zhuo Qing: You stay at the hot spring garden to try to find her, Xi Wu
may simply hide to scare us, I and Tian Yu will arrange people to try to find her in
the vicinity.
Looking at Jing Sas nervous appearance, he absolutely already tried to find her in
this residence once, a moment ago before coming to report. Lou Xi Wu could not
still be inside the hot spring garden. Zhuo Qing knew that Lou Xi Yan did not want
her to go out, she just took advantage and answered: Good, you all go, ok.
Lou Xi Yan took Jing Sa along and departed hurriedly, Zhuo Qing lowered her
eyebrows to think deeply, where would Lou Xi Wu go after all?!
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Chapter 31: So Bad Luck (Part 1)
As the night fell, the moon was on the top of the tip of a tree branch, already haishi
time (between 9-11 pm), the inside of the Zheng hall was still brightly lit. Lou Xi
Yan sat at the owners seat, his forefinger was tapping the wood chair lightly, kept
tapping, the voice was not loud, but inside the quiet Zheng hall, it seemed
exceptionally clear. Lou Xi Wu slightly raised her head, secretly aimed a glance at
Lou Xi Yan. Elder brother did not say anything and also did not scold her. She also
could not see his facial expression whether he was happy or angry. It rained heavily
a moment ago, so she was all wet from her head to her legs. She was cold and hungry
at the moment, shivering with cold. But Lou Xi Wu was still well-behaved and
lowered her head, did not even dare to say one word.
She left a letter and ran away at that time, it was also an impulsive moment, she
regretted it afterwards, but could not let herself to comeback, right. She guessed that
Jing Sa and elder brother would try to find her very quickly, it was a proven fact that
it was indeed very quickly. But if she had known earlier that this wretched day would
pour down this much rain, elder brother would be liked this frightening person now,
she would not go out even if she died.
Mo Bai. Lou Xi Yans muffled voice suddenly echoed, frightening Lou Xi Wu a

little, stealthily aiming once again, discovering that Lou Xi Yan simply did not look
at her, only quietly saying something at Mo Bai who was on his side: Go inform
them, Tian Yu and Qing Feng, we have found Xi Wu. Let them look no further.
Yes. Mo Bai walked pass by Jing Sas side for a moment, gave him the keep
calm, do not get excited expression, then hurriedly went out.
Looking at Lou Xi Wu who was trembling like dead leaves in the wind, Jing Sa
originally wanted to say something, but because of Mo Bais expression, he
swallowed it at the end.
Zheng hall was suffocatingly quiet once again, half a shichen later (an hour), Lou Xi
Wu really could not stand it, if he wanted to hit or wanted to scold, in all cases, she
still had to listen soon afterwards, right! She could not receive this kind of torture
anymore, lifting her head, Lou Xi Wu started talking: Elder brother.
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Unfortunately, once she spoke this one word, Lou Xi Yan suddenly and faintly raised
his voice to shout: Somebody comes. Help Miss to return to her room to rest,
without my order, she is not allowed to go out of the door one step!
The imperial bodyguard who was outside the door came in, standing behind Lou Xi
Wu, looking face to face one glance, still advancing to support Lou Xi Wu to walk
out.
Elder brother!! You can not be like this shutting me up?! Lou Xi Wu recovered
and argued noisily and loudly. It was a pity, from start to finish, Lou Xi Yan did not
even face her directly nor did he look at her one glance.
Lou Xi Yans face was undisturbed from beginning to end, did not even have the
slightest anger in appearance. Jing Sa, nevertheless already knew too well, his anger
was not light. Jing Sa advanced one step, heavily said: Master, this matter. was
entirely because of me as well, not related to Miss. Please punish this
subordinate.
Lou Xi Yan lightly raised his hand, preventing him from saying anything, faintly
answered: My own sense of propriety, you should also withdraw and rest, ok.
Yes. Master did not want to listen to his words, Jing Sas heart sank down, could
only bow and leave.
Jing Sa rigidly turned around to leave, even his back entirely revealed stubborn and
chilly personalities. Lou Xi Yan helplessly shook his head, Xi Wu liked Jing Sa, he
already knew it. Jing Sa was also not totally uninterested towards this girl, he really
was not a pedantic person. If they really had an affinity with each other, could marry
each other, it was also a wonderful thing. Dealing with Jing Sas tough character,
who held the master and servants belief, even if he personally gave them approval,
Jing Sa would also not agree, in order to prevent Jing Sas difficulty, this matter was
treated as if he did not see it all along. Contrarily, Xi Wu was this impetuous, not
sure if her constant perseverance would yield any success. (This was an idiom
-shui di shi chuan, literally means dripping water penetrates the stone). He was
not immune with this problem.
Lightly massaging his temple, Lou Xi Yan got up, ready to return to his room,
nevertheless, he saw Mo Bai hurriedly came, footsteps looked somewhat urgent, this
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premonition of indescribable bad feeling raised up, without waiting until Mo Bai
opened his mouth, Lou Xi Yan asked: What happened?
Qing Feng is missing.
Missing?! Lou Xi Yan raised his head, eyes slipped off a trace of great waves.
Lou Xi Yan did not need to ask, Mo Bai already answered: I have searched this
entire hot spring garden, can not find her shadow. All of the people in the manor
went out to try to find Miss Xi Wu this afternoon, nobody knew how she went
missing.
Could it be that she run away? Extremely impossible, she could not be that stupid.
If she wanted to run away, she could find other opportunity, should not choose this
desolate valley. Moreover, how could she run away, it would be more difficult to see
her sisters. Perhaps, she was kidnapped?! Thinking here, Lou Xi Yans complexion
was dark, his voice seemed somewhat urgent: Summon all the bodyguards to come
over and rummage through this great mountain to search for her.
Yes. Mo Bais brows unconsciously knitted slightly. This Qing Feng, apparently
could already affect Masters state of mind.
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She is a pig!
She is merely an idiot!
She is merely an extremely stupid pig!
She is merely an extremely and incurably stupid pig!
Why did she want to care about Lou Xi Wus fate, why did she not leisurely wait for
the news in the small garden, why did she want to look for her at all of the
surrounding around the small garden when she did not have to, why did the heaven
suddenly send a torrential rain, why did she lose her way?! Right, she lost the way,
the first time in her life that she lost the way, she who had this super ability to
remember, could lose the way unexpectedly!! @#$#%..
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Zhuo Qing was scolding herself in her heart over and over again, footsteps
nevertheless did not dare to stop a tiny bit. The rain fog was curling up after the
heavy rain in the mountain, one side was completely covered by the uneven height
of the bushes, all four sides were surrounded by a dense mass, there was no visibility
at all. She could only fumble to move forwards, she should still be on the hill of the
hot spring garden, and thus meeting large wild animals would be very unlikely.
There was a hot spring here, certainly would have running water, so long as she
found running water, she could go out.
The night wind was chilly, she was cold and hungry, did not know how long she had
been walking in the dark. Finally, there was a faint flicker of flame in a distance
place, Zhuo Qing almost wanted to shriek! If there was fire surely there would be
someone!! Zhuo Qing sped up her footsteps, she walked over towards the square
shaped origin of the fire quickly.
Getting closer, just when Zhuo Qing was thinking and hoping, a loud roar shook her
and she did not even dare to move: You shut up, if you cry, I will slaughter you!
Zhuo Qing was rigid all over, heaven.. She had so many bad luck ah, with great
difficulty she saw hope, in the end it was desperation. Zhuo Qing went away from
the flame and passed on the nearby cave, fearing to disturb the people inside. Zhuo
Qing took a deep breath, after calming herself, she raised her legs to use the lightest
steps to go back.
Only stepping out a few steps, that coarse and violent voice of a man was swearing
while he talked: Your, Qi Family, he was good for nothing, opened a casino and
extorted Laozis money, must not think that Laozi could be easily bullied, also did
not ask around about what kind of person Yeye was! (He called himself Yeye which
could be translated as paternal grandfather but Im keeping the pinyin words as it
should only be a nick name for him). It will be best that you pray that the Qi Family
can be obedient to take money to redeem you, otherwise, just do not blame me for
being vicious and merciless!
Qi Family?! It could not be this coincidental, right!! Could it be that this person was
the one whom Qi Tian Yu asked Qian Jing to catch? Actually, this person was not
stupid, Qi Family would not think that he was actually hiding at their own house and
right in front of their eyes, moreover with this much dense like jungle, hiding one or
two people, was extremely easy.
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A muffled female voice, was sobbing and panicking, saying: You must not kill me,
my elder brother will take money to redeem me!
This girl could not be regarded as stupid either, did not expose her own identity who
was actually a servant girl, otherwise the bandit would get angry, her young life
would be finished. Zhuo Qing raised her legs to move forward again, mentally and
secretly praying that she could leave smoothly on her own. The girls intelligent
would let her persevere for a while to wait for her to look for people to come and
rescue her.
Zhuo Qings self comfort had not finished, the girls frightened yelling already
echoed: You, what do you want to do!? Go away!!
You can feel relieved, kill, I will not kill you, this smooth skinned, (again an
idiom, -xi pi wen rou & can be translated literally as soft skin and tender
flesh), Laozi has not tasted this daughter of a rich family, what the taste is!
Shoot! The vulgar language made Zhuo Qings goose bumps raised up! The next
thing that would happen, just used toes to think and one would also know!
If you injure me, my. my elder brother will not give you any money! This girl
used the best effort, wanted to appease the man at all costs, unfortunately the man
could not be persuaded, spit and scolded: Do not give? Do not give just let him
receive a corpse, ok!
Begging you! Begging you, do not do it!
Help.
Then a tearing sound of a clothing, a womans wailing sound, a mans wantonly

laughter, everything was a rasp, grinding Zhuo Qings heart. Her mind flashed
through countless females corpses because of the deadly rapes, Zhuo Qings hand
was grasping tighter and tighter! Darn it, darn it, darn it! She was anxious as if she
was in an impossible situation, if she ignored the girl to walk on her own, she
reckoned that she would be un-peaceful for a life time, but if she rushed to go in, the
outcome would only be more messy! What to do, what to do. Quickly think,
quickly think.
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Zhuo Qing still had not figured out what to do, just heard a strong wind flashed
through the side of her ears, followed by a loud sound of movement. Staring to look
at, a fist sized rock rolled all the way forward, Zhuo Qings back went cold, she
obviously did not move that rock, where did the rock come from?!
Who is that?! Inside the cave, an alert males voice lowly roared.
Zhuo Qings heart was panicky, hurriedly retreated to squeeze into the bushes on the
side, suddenly one pair of big hands grabbed her shoulder. One hand was covering
her mouth, while she was dragged to the side. Zhuo Qing was shocked, struggling
with all her might, then her ears heard both familiar and unfamiliar male sounds,
lowly echoed: I will draw him to go out, you go in to save the person.
This voice? It was. Qian Jing? Zhuo Qing no longer struggled, the hand that
grabbed her also let go at last. Zhuo Qing hurriedly turned around, hazy rain fog,
towards a pair of deep like peaceful eyes, the person who came was indeed Qian
Jing. But this time, his eyes were solemn, and as different as they could be than his
ordinarily sloppys appearance, Zhuo Qing was absent minded for a split second.
Qian Jing lightly pushed her to the side of the cave near the back of the mountain
rocks, he ran towards the pole, and stood outside. Qian Jing put both of his hands on
the hips, while his mouth shouted: In broad daylight, clear sky, unexpectedly and
violently snatched a woman from an ordinary family, Xiao Ye (hes calling himself
Xiao Ye this time) could not just watch and do nothing, still did not come out to
accept your death!
Zhuo Qing immediately filled her head with sinister thought, it was obviously
clouded and covered with dense, moonless night and high wind, where did the broad
day light come from, clear sky, he was really that hooligan whom she was familiar
with! Feeling apprehensive in her heart, Zhuo Qing was sticking closed to the rocks
wall, carefully hiding herself. Suddenly, a light flew out of the cave, Qian Jing
jumped side way, had barely dodged it, afterward, a silvery light unexpectedly
returned to the cave once again. Zhuo Qing was fearful secretly, what kind of
weapon was it.
Immature and inexperienced small child, watched it that Yeye did not chop you
up! Along with a rude roar, one tall and robust big person showed up, the strong
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and muscular body could somewhat scare people. Zhuo Qing carefully looked at
the weapon on his hand, discovered that his arm was twisted with several thin iron
chains, underneath the iron chains were hanging a ball smaller than a fist, the surface
of the ball was densely packed, flashing coldness barbs. If it hit you, you were sure
to be mutilated badly.
Zhuo Qing held her breath, curled up her body tighter, only heard Qian Jing sneered:
Then just look who will die first! The throwing knife flew out advancing towards
that big person. The big person stroke the ball out, a bang bang sound, the throwing
knife and the ball stroke with a trace of spark. The big person did not take it lying
down, waved the iron chain with his hand to attack Qian Jing, Qian Jing flew
backwards. The big person pursued the retreating enemy, the two weapons came into
contact, the sound of plants were swaying more and more distant. Zhuo Qing lifted
up her long skirt, agilely ran to go in.
The cave was quite big, there was a burning fire in the middle, a small corner, a
disheveled and ragged woman was curling up on the ground, she was frightened and
staring at her, the thin body was shivering repeatedly.
Zhuo Qing stepped forward, urgently said: Stand up quickly, follow me.
The woman not only did not stand up, she was also still afraid and withdrawn, Zhuo
Qing pulled the womans arm to support her to stand up, at the same time explained:
You are Ru-er, right, it is Qi Tian Yu who makes us come to save you, do not ask
too many questions, we will leave now and put off this discussion until later.
It wasnt easy to pull the woman to stand up, she was nevertheless still leaning on
her closely and trembling repeatedly, motionless. Zhuo Qing was anxious, still did
not speak, the woman concealed the glistening teardrops from her eyes, miserably
looking at her, with a trembling voice said: I can not move my leg.
You could not move? Zhuo Qing raised her leg, a burn flame reflection, Zhuo Qing
finally saw clearly that the womans right leg had a distinct open fracture
unexpectedly.
Darn it! Zhuo Qing lowly cursed, the wound cut was unusually big, the bone calf
was severely exposed, the flesh was ripped apart, too late to treat and fix it, this
servant girls leg would be crippled, so to speak, the wound was too large and already
started an infection that could take her young life! No wonder that man dared to
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leave her by herself in the cave, he already broke her leg at an earlier time, let alone
tried to run away, she could not even crawl out of this cave!
Looking at the circumstances of the wound surface and the womans somewhat
apathetics expression, this injury was certainly more than 12 hours. She could not
carry her, if she dragged her, afraid after walking not too far, outside was also full
of weeds and dried up branches, if there was one more infection. Zhuo Qing
judged the circumstances rapidly, supported the woman to sit down, ran to the side
of the bonfire, looked for two dry branches, returned to the womans side. She was
tearing her skirt to make some strips of clothes, while saying lowly: You must
endure it!
Ru-er still did not response, Zhuo Qing already grabbed her calf, the technique to set
the bone straight up was fast and accurate.
Aahhh.. The pain from the restoring of the bone made Ru-er nearly fainted,
slowly coming back with great difficulty, Zhuo Qing already helped to use the
branches to fasten the wound properly, a long sigh of relief, Zhuo Qing supported
her to stand up again, and asked: Can you move it? Everything was entirely a stop
gap measure, the strips of clothing were rotating around the right leg tightly, could
only ensure that she would not suffer a second fracture, without the disinfection, the
infection was inevitable, just wished that she could withstand to go!
Lightly moving the right leg, still hurt, but could already use strength! Ru-er lowered
her lips, exerted strength to nod and answer: I can, let us go, ok!
Let us go. Zhuo Qing was supporting Ru-er to go to the outside of the cave, her
heart secretly exclaimed in admiration, one tenacious and smart woman.
Go to which direction?!
Two people walked away, the big persons black and robust silhouette appeared,
somewhat complacent, laughed heartily and said: Thinking to lure an enemy away
from his territory, how many years you regarded Laozi to muddle along in Jiang Hu,
entirely and clearly in vain!
Ru-ers body could not help trembling, Zhuo Qings heart raised to her throat, this
was the first time that she clearly felt her own frantic heartbeat. Supporting Ru-er,
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they both retreated all the way, until the ice cold of the wall rocks, no space to retreat
anymore.
The fire was burning more and more, Zhuo Qings skirt was already torn into a
miniskirt, inside the pants that she was wearing was also so thin. The big persons
expression was dark, his gaze was looking up and down at Zhuo Qing: Ck, ck, ck,
the heavens treat me better ah This woman is more exciting!
The big person approached step by step, just in time when his hand was going to
grab Zhuo Qings shoulder at once, one frivolous edge of blade was flying to attack,
the big person promptly dodged his hand. Zhuo Qing also seized the opportunity to
drag Ru-er to run to the other direction, who would have thought, after running out
for a few steps, Zhuo Qings neck was tightened, one fierce power grasped to pull
her back. In a moment of desperation, Zhuo Qing could only let go, and pushed Ru-
ers sleeveless garment firmly, wanted to push her outside the cave, just in time time
for Qian Jing to come in and catch her head on.
Dragging Zhuo Qing to stand in front of himself, the big person fearlessly shouted:
Young brats, you and I do not have any grievance and animosity in the past or
today, I do not want to kill you, you seem to be in a tangle, do not blame me for
being ruthless.
With her neck was covered and pulled by the big persons iron chain tightly, Zhuo
Qing was nearly breathless, with flushed complexion, Qian Jings cold phoenix eyes,
helped Ru-er up. Qian Jing turned around, with cold voice answered: You and I
indeed do not have any hatred and desire for revenge, but one persons wealth is also
another persons calamity, if you really have the ability, just fight with me alone,
only can take a woman as a shield, mouth shows off as vicious and fierce, are you
still a man!?
Using this negative remarks method to spur Laozi into action is useless! The big
person used his strength to pull the iron chain. Zhuo Qing was breathing sluggishly,
breathing deeply became extremely difficult. Looking at Qian Jing clenched his hand
into a fist momentarily, the big person knew that he caught the right person, with a
stern voice shouted: It is best that you obediently throw away the throwing knives
that are in your hand, otherwise I will snap her throat!
Wishing to cry but there was no tears, it was already sufficient to describe her feeling
now, ever since she came to this terrible place, she just walked into misfortune
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continuously, her neck repeatedly suffered a calamity!! Exhausting her full strength
to keep on breathing, Zhuo Qing originally thought that Qian Jing would be the same
as last time to pretend to take things less seriously and continue to infuriate the big
person, then trying to find the opportunity to counterattack, in any case, he already
rescued Ru-er.
Who would have thought
Bang, bang, a clear and loud sound echoed, leaving behind silvery lights of the thin
edge of the blades that were thrown away to the ground. Zhuo Qing was staring at
Qian Jing, was he crazy?! Did not have the throwing knives, how could he fight with
the big person? How he could do it, not only he was unable to save them, but also
would have to indemnify for his own life! Or, he still had other hidden throwing
knives somewhere else?
You should also throw away the throwing knives that are on your waist, do not
think to play trick on me! Obviously the big person was also anticipated this point.
Qian Jing hesitated in a moment, the big person tightened the iron chain one more
time. Zhuo Qing who was in pain coughed.
Must not throw away ah! Disregarding the pain on her neck, Zhuo Qing was staring
at Qian Jing firmly, by all means, you should not throw away!! The four eyes were
staring for a short period of time, with serene and deep eyes, Zhuo Qing could not
see what he was thinking in the end, her ears simply heard a few more sounds, a few
thin edge of blades already fell to the ground.
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Looking at the throwing knives that fell to the ground completely, the big person
laughed willfully, a very ear piercing like sound, then withdrew the iron chain, the
big person pushed Zhuo Qing to one side, pointed at Qian Jing and laughingly said:
Young brats, Laozi will send you to meet your Maker (die)!
The big person was waving the ball, hitting towards Qian Jing. Qian Jing half
squatted to dodge the ball, a move that swept across the dead leaves, the foot kicked
the side of the edge of blades to stand up.
Wanting to get the weapon, but it was not that easy, the big person regained the ball,
the iron swept, the majority of the throwing knives were swept outside of the cave,
only a few fell at Qian Jings hand. Knowing in his heart that this was an inauspicious
time, Qian Jing was shouting at Zhuo Qing: Hurry go!
Zhuo Qing covered her neck and stumbled to get up all the way, then turned around
to see, in order to withstand the ball, Qian Jing already used up all the throwing
knives that were on his hand. Beckoning that he was in more and more difficult
situation, he was almost hit by the ball several times, outside the cave, the thin edge
of the blades that flew outside were faintly shining in white light.
In a flash, Zhuo Qing picked up ten throwing knives from the ground, once again
ran back to the cave to face Qian Jings direction to throw them over, and shouted
loudly: Qian Jing, catch.
The big person absolutely did not think that Zhuo Qing would come back with this
trick, turning around, as if it was sort of like rain of the thin edge of blades were
advancing towards them. The big person waved the iron chain to try to cut off once
again, unfortunately Qian Jing already took advantage of the situation by catching
many throwing knives.
With more weapons, inside the cave, the big persons long chain clearly could not
compare to Qian Jings flexible throwing knives. Haggling for several times, his
body was already hit by several knives.
Stinking woman! (I think these words technically can be translated into

stinking b****, but Ill make it softer and use woman instead). If it was not because
of her to throw and give the throwing knives to Qian Jing, how could he sustain
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injuries! The big person casted an angry look at Zhuo Qing, changed direction, the
hand that had the ball turned towards Zhuo Qings direction to attack.
Qian Jing was shocked, the wrist moved strongly, the hand with the throwing knife
aimed at the big persons wrist and threw it, the throwing knifes power penetrated
crushingly (the original words are (thousand) (30 catties) its an equivalent
to a 30,000 thousand catties. According to Wikipedia, one catty equals to 1 1/3 lbs
so you can figure out how much strength that QJ is using), immediately pierced
through the wrist, did not enter into the big persons abdomen. The big person
suffered a great pain (the original words are (eat) (pain), the hands strength
was already loosen, but the ball was still flying towards Zhuo Qings face.
Zhup Qing retreated one step, knocked against the stone wall, unable to retreat
anymore. Zhuo Qing subconsciously lifted her arms to protect her face, the ball hit
somebody and a sound echoed. Zhuo Qing, however, did not feel any pain, put down
her hands, just saw Qian Jings tall body stood in front of her.
Qian Jing! Zhuo Qing ran in front of his body, but one long iron chain dragged
on the ground, the ball impartially hang at the position of his heart. Looking at the
sharp barbs on the ball, Zhuo Qings heart tightened, hurriedly supported him, Qian
Jing stumbled one step, two people stumbled to sit on the ground, the atmosphere,
the strong reeking of blood smell made Zhuo Qings heart to jump frantically.
Zhuo Qing only thought that her brain exploded with heat, she did not know what to
say: Why did you She really did not understand, this man whom she only met
three times, why did he want to get hit because of her?!
Why did he save her? Qian Jing also did not know why, he had said once that even
if she looked for him, he would not look for her again, was not so?! But he simply
did not think too much just a moment ago, his body was quicker than his reaction to
throw himself quickly, he did not know for what reason, maybe simply did not want
an innocent person to sustain injury, nothing more.
Looking at Zhuo Qings appearance who was perplexed and with guilty conscience,
Qian Jing was gasping lowly and mockingly said: You are already. ugly enough,
if you are even uglier, you will scare a dead person.
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Why was this man forever not being serious, had he not seen that the blood in his
chest was pouring out?! Zhuo Qing really wanted to scold back, but the voice was
stuck in her throat.
Looking a glance at the big person who struggled on the ground, Qian Jing pushed
away Zhuo Qing, said: You go. Help Ru-er up, we leave quickly.
This push made Zhuo Qing recovered eventually, pushing Qian Jings body to make
him half laying down on the ground to ease the gravity of the ball downward,
carefully examined the depth of the wound. There were three barbs that pierced the
left side, luckily the injury was not deep, there was no injury to the thoracic cavity
organs (rib cage and associated skin, muscle, fascia). However, pulling the barbs by
force, not only the wound surface would be big, the muscle would also be torn
excessively, the injury could reach the internal organs.
Zhuo Qing raised her eyes to look at the outside of the cave, the sound of dripping
rain was echoing again, lightly pressing, did not let him to get up, Zhuo Qing heavily
said: Out of the question, it is raining outside, your wound can not handle it, not
even half a shichen time (one hour), you will die because of losing too much blood!
Touching a few acupuncture points, Qian Jing shook his head, persisted to stand up:
I have already sealed the acupuncture points, I will not die, we have to go, he is
very dangerous, I am now not able to protect you again.
Sealing the acupuncture points would not make him die? Then she could
immediately lose her job! Zhuo Qing did not believe his arguments, but looking
towards the ground, covering the wound on his abdomen, the incessantly shouting
from the big person, Zhuo Qing was also somewhat anxious. The way he was now
should not have any threat, but could not rule out that he would wait to strike and go
all out to risk his life!
Lowering her eyebrows to ponder for a moment, Zhuo Qing suddenly got up to pick
up the most thick tree stick on the ground, walking to the big persons side, the big
person started to open his eyes big. Zhuo Qing without demur, grabbed the tree stick,
aimed it at behind his neck about three centimeters and ferociously stroke it down!
This was quick, accurate and fierce, the big person could only groan, and it was over.
Zhuo Qing crouched, inspected one time, confirmed that the big person indeed
fainted and threw away the tree stick on her hand, lightly patted her hands of the
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sawdust, Zhuo Qing turned around to see towards the half laid down person on the
ground, Qian Jing who had this strange facial expression, unhurriedly asked: Will
this be ok?
Qian Jing was stupefied, this woman. Recalling their first meeting, she also caught
him off guard when she threw out a big person who was double in strength than
herself at that time, it seemed that he underestimated her. Qian Jing shook his head,
forced a bitter laugh and said: I have never met. a woman like you who was this
violent and barbarous.
Violent and barbarous? Fine, Zhuo Qing indifferently answered: You have seen it
now. He was indeed ignorant and narrow minded, if he had the opportunity to meet
Gu Yun, he would know what the real violence and barbarous was.
Walking to support Ru-er to arrive at the side of the bonfire, and then sit down, Zhuo
Qing softly said: Ru-er, you help me set the fire up a little.
Ru-er nodded firmly, this young womans courage and insight made people admire
endlessly.
Walking for a couple steps, Zhuo Qing picked up the tree stick from the ground once
again, handed it over to Ru-er, said: Hold this, if he wakes up, you just give him
another hit. Her main fear was, if at that time she was halfway treating his wound,
the big person woke up, it would be troublesome.
Ru-er took a bigger than her arm stick, then looked at the big person on the side who
remained unconscious. Looking at Zhuo Qings cold and firm face, secretly
swallowed a mouthful of saliva, challengingly answered: Oh. I. got it.
In her heart, this was somewhat difficult for her, but she had no choice under the
current circumstances. Zhuo Qing walked back to Qian Jings side, supported him
to lie down, said: I will help you to treat the wound now.
Qian Jing grabbed Zhuo Qings hand who was just about to undo the front part of
his jacket, with a suspicious face: Can you do it.?
Zhuo Qing softly raised her eyebrows, she indeed possessed a surgeon qualification.
Moreover the way she moved the knife was absolutely better than any other young
surgeon, and towards the flesh of the body, bones, internal organs research, an
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average surgeon was by far inferior! This small operation for her was as easy as
turning her hand, so to speak.
Zhuo Qing stretched her hand again, Qian Jing shouted again: Hold on. Help me
take. out the medicine bottle from my waist.
Rummaging through his waist to try to find it for a moment, Zhuo Qing found one
small porcelain bottle, opened the wooden cork, a faintly smell of the medicine
dissipated out, emptied out the bottle, but there was nothing inside. Handing over
the medicine bottle to him, Zhuo Qing indifferently said: There is no more.
No more? Qian Jing cried piteously, why there was no more medicine at this time,
could it be that the heaven wanted to extinct him!!
The smell of this medicine, was very familiar. Zhuo Qing bowed her head to try
to find a hidden pocket inside the belt for a moment, took out one small pouch,
carefully opened it, poured it out and looked. Zhuo Qing secretly rejoiced, she
handed over the small pill from her hand to Qian Jing, Zhuo Qing laughed and said:
Lucky for you, fortunately it does not get soaked, eat it, ok. At that time, he said
that this medicine was something to staunch a bleeding, frightened repose, detoxify
fever/cold, a good elixir medicine! Hoping it was really that good
This is.. Qian Jing received and looked, this was the medicine that he gave her
last time, as it turned out she did not throw it away. Picking up two thin knife
blades, Zhuo Qing examined carefully, the cutting edge was very sharp, the
thickness was also appropriate, finally she chose one knife. Her back was facing
towards Qian Jing, she held the knife and placed it on the fire to sterilize it. Zhuo
Qing whispered: You let me preserve this life properly, you owe 100 liang now.
Looking at the beautiful reflection of her back that was facing him, Qian Jings heart
secretly filled up with strange feeling, lowly sighed, Qian Jing said: Ok, let us
begin.
Holding the intended temporary surgical knife properly, Zhuo Qing walked to Qian
Jings side, comfortingly said: You have to tolerate, very quickly.
Let us do it! Qian Jing unafraid of dyings appearance made Zhuo Qing
dumbfounded, he would still feel relaxed and play a joke at this moment!!
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The blood already sticked on the clothing and skin together, Zhuo Qing carefully
torn open the front jacket. Using the flame, Zhuo Qing carefully researched the
position of the blade afterwards, then she started without the slightest hesitation:
En, ah Without anesthetic, forcibly cutting the wound, one could imagine the
pain. Although Qian Jings endurance could already be regarded as astonishing, but
the pain caused by muscle contraction and unconsciously violent resistance caused
her difficulty to continue with the knife, Zhuo Qing tightly knitted her brows. Sure
enough, she did not suit to do a surgery! By comparison, she still liked dead bodies
more, because they absolutely would obediently allow her to do whatever she
pleased.
Accurately cutting open the adhesion to the muscle tissue, it only took 10 minutes,
the whole barbs were taken out, the lethal weapon was thrown to the side. Zhuo Qing
looked towards Qian Jing, he was holding firm both of his fists continuously, the
flame shined down, his complexion was dark red, beads of sweat fell on his cheeks
and to the ground, he was gasping a big mouthful of air disorderly, lightly patting
his cheeks, Zhuo Qing heavily narrated: Qian Jing, already done, you relax.
Although the lethal weapon was taken out, but there was no disinfectant, even more,
no suture tool, fortunately, comparing with the same surgery, Qian Jing wounds
measurement was surprisingly small. Could it be that in martial arts novels, sealing
some acupuncture points, the blood could temporarily stop, this thing was real!? This
was extremely magical, she could actually research it properly!
The current problem was what she could use to wrap his wound in order to prevent
infection, she could not tear her clothing again, otherwise, she would be naked!
Hiss. Zhuo Qing was still worried, the sound of a clothing that was being
ripped up echoed. Zhuo Qing went back just to see Ru-er was snatching a big chunk
of clothing, handed it over to her, and said: For you.
The sides of her legs were exposed, Ru-er was really not used to, she pulled back
her legs desperately, but the hand with the strips of the skirt still firmly handed them
over to Zhuo Qing. Zhuo Qing took the clothing, thankfully smiled and said: Thank
you.
Ru-er felt embarrassing and shook her head, she did not help them with anything, if
they did not save her, she would already. Zhuo Qing took the clothing and tore it
into strips, connected them together, gently helped up Qian Jing, rapidly wrapped up
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the wound, after the sharp pain, Qian Jings brain was more clear headed. Looking
at the busy and skillful Zhuo Qing who was wrapping his wound, Qian Jing narrowed
his tiny phoenix eyes, lowly gasping to ask: You are a doctor.
Qian Jing secretly pondered her identify, facing blood and fierce wound, she was
cool and calm, with a knife was steady and without hesitation, an agile skill as people
had no choice but to admire. She would be unquestionably a medical expertise, but
she was quite familiar with treating the wound like she had already treated numerous
times of similar injuries like this. An ordinary doctor would just feel the pulse at
most, then boil medicine. The opportunity to access this kind of knife injury was not
many, especially she was still a rich young lady. Doctor? You can consider it
like that. Forensic investigator was also a doctor, right~~ wrapping up the wound
properly, Zhuo Qing released a long breath, she was tired and slumped on the
ground, and said: You rest for a moment, at dawn we will.
Qian Jings phoenix eyes suddenly trembled with fear, complexion was gloomy,
grasped her wrist firmly, softly said: There is someone!
There was someone!? Zhuo Qing relaxed her neves just a moment ago and had to
brace once again, impossible, ok! Looking at a disabled person, then she looked at
herself whose clothing was not even covering her body, battered and exhausted,
Zhuo Qing cried piteously, this night still did not have enough frustration, how many
bad lucks could one person have after all?!
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Chapter 34: Finally Saved
Hot Spring Garden (Zheng Hall)
Xi Yan.
Lou Xi Yan lost in thought and was looking at one direction, complexion was a little
heavy, hand tilted the tea cup that was almost spilled out. Qi Tian Yu called out, he
unexpectedly was completely lacked of awareness, Qi Tian Yu knitted his eyebrows,
shouted once again: Xi Yan?
Lou Xi Yan recovered, looked towards Qi Tian Yu, asked: Is there any news?
When did he ever see Xi Yan felt uneasy like this? He was nervous about Qing
Feng?! Unable to guess Lou Xi Yans thought, Qi Tian Yu did not say anything,
only shook his head, answered: There is no news, your tea is cold.
Lou Xi Yan slowly lifted his hand, he put the tea cup that was on his hand on the
teapoy (see below explanation), calmly with not even a little embarrassment, it
seemed that his absent mindedness a moment ago was simply Qi Tian Yus vague
and unclear vision, nothing more.
Master. Jing Sa entered Zheng hall, with heavy sound, he made a report and said:
Bei Qi Countrys diplomatic envoys are already outside Huan Yang city about 10
li (unit measurement about 1/2 km). They are camping to rest there tonight, wushi
(between 11 am-1 pm) tomorrow, the Emperor will receive them at Qian Yang
palace hall. A banquet is set up to entertain Bei Qis diplomatic envoys tomorrow
evening, the palaces Gao gonggong (a calling for a eunuch) has come over to inquire
whether or not Masters health has improved, is it possible to participate?
Lou Xi Yan pondered for a moment, asked: Who is the Ambassador?
Bei Qi Countrys third Prince Xu Xun Si, seventh Princess Xu Yan Yun, General
Hu Zhang Yus eldest son Hu Xi Ang.
Third Prince, Seventh Princess, Generals eldest son? Lou Xi Yan softly raised his
eyebrows, this times Bei Qi group envoy, was really a complete good faith. If he
did not guess mistakenly, Seventh Princess should be this times tribute, rumor said
that Bei Qis Seventh Princess was not only pretty but also an outstanding beauty
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(the original words were idiom -guo se tian xiang, the literal translation
was national grace, divine fragrance). Her dancing skill was above average to watch,
too wonderful for words, extremely skillful level. Bei Qi sent her to come, the goal
was already obvious. It was just that, Hong Tian, could it be that easy to confuse the
great monarch? Lou Xi Yan lowly laughed and answered: You go and answer Gao
Jin, just say that I will clearly attend the evening party.
Yes. Jing Sa bowed to leave.
Qi Tian Yu looked at the color of sky (to see what the time was), said: Almost
midnight (the actual words were -san geng, the third of the five night watch
periods between 11 pm-1 am), how about you go and rest for a moment, then return
to the manor at early dawn, you have to prepare for the feast at the palace in the
evening. I will continue to help you look for Qing Feng.
Softly shaking his head, Lou Xi Yan indifferently answered: Wait a little longer.
Lou Xi Yan reached for the new brewed tea, holding the lid, lightly and leisurely
stroking the tea leaves, complexion was normal. Qi Tian Yu secretly pondered, he
was nervous a moment ago, could it be that it was him who really misjudged just
now?
Master. Mo Bais footsteps were steady, stepping across to enter Zheng hall and
walk to the front of Lou Xi Yan. On the one hand, he presented something to his
Master, on the other hand, he said: The great mountain was practically rummaged
through, still had not found Qing Feng, but we found a trace of fighting in the forest
at the back of the mountain, we were searching behind the mountain now.
Lou Xi Yan laid down the tea cup, took the stuff that was on Mo Bais hand,
examined it carefully, it was one throwing knife. Lou Xi Yans narrowed his thin
pupils: This is Qian Jings weapon. At that time, Qian Jing was playing with
this on his hand, the knife blade looked like a half moon shape, the cutting edge was
sharp, the thin throwing knife was extremely rare, it could be used by even fewer
people, right! If the person behind the mountain was Qian Jing, he would be fighting
with whom? Qing Feng was missing no more than 3-4 shichen (6-8 hours), she was
not within the great mountain, extremely possible that she would be behind the
mountain Lou Xi Yan suddenly got up, Qi Tian Yu urgently said: Xi Yan,
where are you going?
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Draping over a robe on his shoulder, Lou Xi Yan was walking out while also
answering: Going to the back of the mountain to take a look.
Qi Tian Yu was stunned, anxious and said: But it is already very late now, moreover
your health.. He could be certained now, Xi Yan really cared about that woman,
extremely care about her, this Qing Feng had what magic power after all, made Xi
Yan care this much towards her?!
I am all right, if I can not find her behind the mountain, I will return to the manor
immediately.
Lou Xi Yans footsteps were as usual, did not have the least stagnation. Xi Yan
already decided about the matter, he would absolutely not change, Qi Tian Yu could
only helplessly answered: Very well, we go together.
The delegation of people went out of the hot spring garden, walking over to the back
of the mountain.
The sound of footsteps were getting closer and closer, Zhuo Qing also heard a slight
different sounds, the nerves braced again, Zhuo Qing rapidly observed all around,
she practically could not find any place to hide. Even if there was, also could not be
less than to contain three people! If they went out now, they could only walk right
into the trap, Zhuo Qing secretly sighed, she could only pray at the moment, that
they were not evil people who came!
Zhuo Qing was nervously watching, her wrist was suddenly tight, bowing to look,
laying down on the ground, Qian Jing was half propping up his body, pulling her
hand, saying: Help me up to sit.
Zhuo Qing retreated to Qian Jings back, both hands were pushing his shoulder
lightly, let him to sit down. Qian Jing picked up two throwing knives and fastened
them in between his fingers, whispered behind Zhuo Qings back: When possible
If you have the opportunity, you just run, do you get it?!
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, restrained her eyebrows to ponder for a moment, nodded
and said: En. As long as there was someone who could run to go out, there was a
hope!
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After listening her answer, Qian Jing was somewhat felt relieved. Ru-ers lower lip,
hands were shivering, yet still firmly held the wood stick on her hand, the three
people were all holding their breaths, their two eyes rigidly watching.
Almost did not hear the sound of the footsteps, but the lightly shadows were moving
to appear at the location, Qian Jings complexion was strict. The martial arts of the
arriving people were not weak, if there was really evil intention, none of them could
escape. Clasping the thin edge of blades on his hand, he could see clearly the shadow
of the reflection of the double edged sword from the head of the people who were
coming. Qian Jing used all of his strength, advanced toward the dark shadow, the
thin edge of blades flew and shot out, the arriving person leaned on one side to
brandish the soft double edge sword, two weapons were fighting together (the
original characters were -duan Bing xiang jie, another idiom that can be
translated literally as short weapons soldiery fight one another), could only hear a
ding! sound. The throwing knives flew, straightforwardly embedded in between
the stone wall, next to the exposed portion of the lowly humming of the crying
insects. He could only use the thin throwing knives to enter the stone wall like this
so they could clearly see his big strength!
Zhuo Qing and Qian Jing were all frightened, at the same time, the arriving people
also came into the cave. Looking clearly at the direction of the big tall silhouette,
Zhuo Qing was pleasantly surprised and shouted: Blue eyes?!
Woo hoo, woo hoo, heavens really opened ones eyes! Zhuo Qing almost burst into
tears. Sweeping a glance at the circumstances inside the cave afterwards, Mo Bai
slightly moved sideway, Lou Xi Yans meager silhouette appeared at the entrance
of the cave.
Flame shined upon, facing each other, that pair of eyes that were always gentle but
they appeared to be deep and hard to fathom at this moment. Zhuo Qings heart
jumped, he. why did he come?
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Chapter 35: Really Was An Expert
Lou Xi Yan straightforwardly moved towards her, Zhuo Qing stood to get up, asked:
Why did you come? His health was not suitable for any strenuous exercise, and
the weather was this bad now.
Lou Xi Yan had not answered her, was only looking at a pair of long legs that were
exposed, Lou Xi Yans expression was dark, Zhuo Qing only felt that her body was
warm. Lou Xi Yans large cloak was already covering her completely, the chin was
softly lifted up by him, she felt that his slightly cold fingertips were caressing the
scar on her neck softly. Zhuo Qing was somewhat embarrassed and pulled her neck
back, awkwardly answered: I am fine, they injured more than me. Lou Xi Yans
not laughing appearance, she still could not get used to, her heart would always beat
wildly and restlessly.
Qi Tian Yu also entered the cave, seeing clearly the circumstances inside the cave,
stared blankly and said: Ru-er, how come you are also here? Looking at her almost
naked appearance, Qi Tian Yus complexion was cloudy, promptly took off the long
gown (cheongsam) and draped it on Ru-ers body.
Young Master! Several days of nervousness, severe crisis one after another,
looking at Qi Tian Yu, Ru-er could not help to choke with emotions in the end.
Qi Tian Yu was supporting her shoulder, wanting to help her up, unexpectedly
exerted herself to stand up physically, Ru-er was immediately trembling in pain.
Zhuo Qing urgently said: Be careful, her leg suffered a fracture, it is best not to
walk around.
She was saying this, Qi Tian Yu just discovered that Ru-ers leg was wrapped by a
long strip of clothing, even more carefully held her to stand up. Ru-er was still
unwilling to get up, facing Zhuo Qing and asked: Miss, I have not asked for your
name yet?
I am. Qing Feng.
I am Fei Ru, many thanks to Miss for saving me. Finished speaking, Fei Ru
borrowed Qi Tian Yus arm to support her, then half kneeling on the ground. Not
used that the other person kowtowed herself with this big etiquette towards her, Zhuo
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Qing retreated back one step, pointing at Qian Jings back and said: Do not be like
this, if you want to thank just thank him, ok.
Ru-er was still stubbornly facing Zhuo Qing to do one kowtow etiquette afterwards,
only then also facing towards Qian Jing to salute. Qian Jing waved his hand, while
the other hand clutched his wound, with whimpering mouth, answered: Ok, ok, I
know. I am very powerful, you do not need to thank me, a very slight effort, a
very slight effort, nothing more!
Perhaps because of breaking away from the crisis, Qian Jings spirit was a lot better,
not allowing his joyful satisfaction, Zhuo Qings hands were on her chest, casted a
sidelong glance at him and coldly groaned to say: A very slight effort? Yeah right,
apart from the throwing knives, you are a nobody! Still call yourself a bounty hunter,
you are able to live until now is indeed the heavens blessing!
The corner of Qian Jings mouth was stiffed, lowly breathed and said: What do you
understand, ugly woman, apart from the throwing knives, my qing gong (, I
cant really translate these words as Im not sure what the English words are. If you
read Wu xia or kungfu novel, you are familiar with the movements of those martial
arts people who can jump so high with this move or fly so easily. This type of light
movement is called qing gong) is indeed unrivaled. Even my senior brother and
senior sister (QJ is talking about his senior brother and sister from the same martial
arts school) are not my match at this type of expertise, so I am a better bounty hunter
than them!
Lou Xi Yans pupils shimmered, still remained calm and collected. How could Zhuo
Qing have this good self cultivation, immediately laughed heartily and said:
Talking for a long time, just to say that running away is your greatest skill!
Qian Jing indifferently curled his lips, groaningly said: So what? Naturally, if you
are unable to defeat, you want to run away, so running away successfully is the
expert of expert! Do you know why I choose the throwing knives as my weapon?
First, it is because playing with it is very handsome. Second, if I am unable to defeat
the person, I can run easily! Hiss- While talking, Qian Jing could not help to want
to gesture, so he pulled the wound and grimaced in pain.
Zhuo Qing hurriedly crouched, anxiously said: How are you feeling?! Do not get
carried away! This person was indeed an eccentric person, the so called martial arts
people would be shy and embarrassed to speak about leaving behind and running
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away on their own? He was actually good, said justly and forcefully, but also because
he did not have an undeserved reputation, frankly, it really made Zhuo Qing admire
him.
Covering the wound that was unbearably painful with his hand, Qian Jing stared at
Zhuo Qing, shouted: If it were not because of you who were in the way, how could
I be this much miserable!?
Looking at his raging appearance, Zhuo Qing could not get angry, instead laughed
lowly, the more she laughed, the more Qian Jing stared at her fiercely. Zhuo Qing
laughed even louder, two people were staring and competing at each other, ignoring
the other people who were on the side. Qi Tian Yu secretly looked at Lou Xi Yan,
only saw that his face did not have any expression, unconsciously narrowed his eyes
slightly, also slightly flicked his index finger to show that his mood was not good
now.
Lightly coughing, Qi Tian Yu hurriedly handed over Ru-er to the side of the
bodyguard, went to walk to Qian Jings side, said: Brother Qian, I see that your
injury is not light, it will be better that you follow me to return to the hot spring
garden now, I will ask the doctor to diagnose and treat you.
Qian Jing withdrew his line of sight, refreshingly nodded and answered: Fine, fine!
Saving him money to see the doctor ~~~
Someone comes! Qi Tian Yu called out, then the two bodyguards came to
support Qian Jing.
Zhuo Qing stretched her waist, she was about to follow after them to return to the
hot spring garden together, her wrist was met by a slightly ice colds hand, Zhuo
Qing did not understand and looked at the side towards Lou Xi Yan. Lou Xi Yan
carefully pulled her cloak, faintly and quietly said: I want to rush to return to the
Prime Ministers manor now, Bei Qis diplomatic envoys arrived earlier in Qiong
Yue, I have to attend the banquet at the palace tomorrow evening. I want to take
advantage of the situation to take you along, and arrange the meeting between you
and your elder sister, you can come back here after the end of the banquet. You want
to return with me now, or want to stay at the hot spring garden to rest properly, and
meet your elder sister next time?
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Zhuo Qing thought about it, and answered: I will return with you. This
opportunity might have disappeared, did not know when it could be arranged again.
Lou Xi Yan lightly supported Zhuo Qing with his hand to walk outside the cave.
Looking at the two peoples backs who were walking hand in hand, Qi Tian Yu
broke into laughter and shook his head, Xi Yan, this trick was indeed clever to use,
in order to capture, one must let loose, with his knowledge of Xi Yan, regardless of
whether or not Qing Feng was willing, Xi Yan was sure to take her away. And not
only that she was delighted to go with him now, she must still thank him. A fox was
exactly a fox. Walking to the entrance of the cave, Lou Xi Yan returned directly
to the Prime Ministers manor from the back of the mountain. Qi Tian Yu went
directly to the hot spring garden from the back door. Two groups of people must also
take different roads.
Zhuo Qing looked at Qian Jing, laughed and said: Qian Jing, thank you, take care
of yourselves.
Qian Jing nodded his head, loudly answered: I owe you this one favor this time, I
will remember it, if there is an opportunity, I will return it back to you.
Who owed who in the end? If it were not because of her, he would not sustain an
injury, ok. Zhuo Qings heart was grateful at him, but her mouth purposely laughed
and said: You do not need to return the favor to me, but you still owe me 100 liang,
make sure you keep your body healthy, pay me back as soon as possible!
Qian Jing stared blankly afterwards, hatefully shouted: You want money but I do
not have it, only have one life!
Zhuo Qing did not know whether to laugh or cry: You are indeed Qian (money)
Jing (extremely)!! Unbearably shaking her head, Zhuo Qing faced Lou Xi Yan,
lightly laughed and said: Let us go. He still had strength to roar back at her, she
did not need to worry because of him.
Lou Xi Yan nodded, recalling Lou Xi Wu made him get a headache endlessly. Lou
Xi Yan thought a little, spoke towards Qi Tian Yu: Tian Yu, I hand over Xi Wu to
you to look after for several days, wait until she reflects upon herself, it will be
enough, I will send people to take her back.
Ok. Qi Tian Yu straightforwardly promised.
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Two people walked down the mountain side by side, Zhuo Qing asked: Did you
find Xi Wu?
The road to go down the mountain was somewhat rugged, Lou Xi Yan supported
Zhuo Qings shoulder, indifferently answered: Found her.
The mountain road was indeed difficult to travel, Zhuo Qing did not mind Lou Xi
Yans lending arm to support her, only curiously asked: Who found her?
Jing Sa.
How coincidental? Zhuo Qing lowly laughed: Was it possible that girl did it on
purpose!
Lou Xi Yan softly raised his eyebrows, faintly smiled and asked: Then, did you do
it on purpose?
I? Zhuo Qing wished to cry but there was no tear, said: Injustice ah! The
matter is like this..
The voice was getting smaller and smaller, nearly could not hear what they were
talking, but two peoples backs were holding hands and going down the mountain,
this anybody could see them clearly. Withdrawing his line of sight, Qian Jings
twitchy eyebrows were knitted tightly, what was he seeing. That ugly woman was
originally Lou Xi Yans woman! He should be concerned how much Qi Tian Yu
would give him the reward ah, right, right, right, money was still more lovely! He
should have 300 liang, right, maybe 400 liang?
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Chapter 36: Attended The Banquet
The beginning of moonlight, sunshine had not dispersed warm, bright moon already
blossomed to produce gentle feelings, nightfall of the Huan Yang city. Fading away
the daytimes clamor and complexity, it still appeared as the first city of Qiong Yues
heritage and the unique atmosphere of the monarch. Leading to the road to the
Imperial City, sedan carriages, chariots were in endless streams, it was clear how
majestic the palace banquet would be tonight.
The government officials horse chariots were many, but among these, one chariot
however seemed to be different to attract the eyes, the essence of the woven silk
fabrics interweaved with gold threads to make and become the dark red body of the
chariot. Both sides were embroidered with golden silk cloud patterns, four color
uniform fine horses pulled the shaft, entirely were floating with golden ray, thus it
was not an eye catching reason for the gorgeous, rather every chariot that went
through its body side of the chariot, sedan chairs were all unconsciously slowed
down. Nobody had the courage to travel side by side, merely because this chariots
owner, precisely the current Qiong Yue under one person but above ten of thousands
of peoples Prime Minister__ Lou Xi Yan.
Are you sure this way is possible? Staring at the half leaning against the body of
the chariot while closing his eyes to rests Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing uncomfortably
pulled the overhead of the strange hat. They said that this gray dust Chinese style
gown (paozi) was the lowest grade of eunuchs clothes, next, it was actually ugly,
mainly this big hat was pressing her uncomfortably, but one thing was good, her face
was almost covered by the brim of the hat, unable to see her appearance clearly.
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter, slowly opened his eyes, pulled down Zhuo Qing
and absentmindedly pulled her hand, smily said: Be at ease, after we enter the
palace, I will let the palaces young court eunuch to bring you to your elder sisters
garden, this occasion today, your elder sister will not attend, whatever words you
want to say to each other, you can chat slowly, wait until the banquet is finished, I
will send someone to go and get you.
He dressed up very formally today, light blue trim robe (chang pao-traditional
Chinese dress), buttoned jacket embroidered with silver silk woven of the mens
clothing to match with the purple golden hat. Originally, he already had these
handsome features, graceful manners background vividly and thoroughly, but in
between his eye brows still displayed faintly exhaustion from time to time. Zhuo
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Qing sincerely said: Lou Xi Yan, thank you. Qing Fengs identity was only a gift,
however he took a lot of trouble for her in this way, Zhuo Qing was impressed by
this mans bearing.
However, feeling touch was only maintained for one second, because the next
moment, Lou Xi Yan buckled her fingers, softly smiled and said: If Feng-er agrees
to call me Xi Yan, I will be happier than hearing these two characters thank you.
What was this?! Zhuo Qing secretly cursed, she threw off his hand, perked up a
crafty smiling expression, Zhuo Qing looked like she was patting a puppy, softly
patting Lou Xi Yans cheek, laughingly said: Xiao Yan Yan, be obedient, do not
push your luck! (-de cun jin zhi, an idiom that literally means to win an
inch, want a foot. Like LXY isnt satisfied with a small gain). Wanting to make
somebody more nauseating with the appellation, she would not sink behind the man~
Xiao Yan Yan~~ Lou Xi Yans face was momentarily petrified
Looking across the smiling, swaying and willful woman, the corner of his mouth
was raised, he himself had not paid attention to pamper and spoil anybody, Lou Xi
Yan lightly shook his head. On this earth, she was perhaps the only person who dared
to make fun of his name like this, ok.
Master, we have arrived at the palace gate. Mo Bais muffled voice came from
the outside of the chariot.
En. Lou Xi Yan faintly responded, he was facing Zhuo Qing to gesture a silence
signal. Zhuo Qing pushed down her willful laugh, nodded her head clearly.
The guards at the palace gate naturally recognized Prime Minister Lous chariot, did
not dare to neglect, the chariot merely stopped at the palace gate, then conveniently
travelled to inside the palace slowly.
Entering the palace wall, the external appearance was conspicuously very peaceful,
could listen to the passing by chariots with people from time to time, but the sound
was entirely and extremely soft. Zhuo Qing could clearly feel the change of the
atmosphere, oppressive and hard, a woman living inside the palace like this was
absolutely not an easy thing. She hoped that the person whom she would be seeing
was Gu Yun, but again, she wished it was not her at the same time.
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Zhuo Qing was silent, the chariot went to one section of the road afterwards, slowly
stopped.
Mo Bais voice echoed once again: Master, Xiao Liu Zi has arrived. (That name
Xiao Liu Zi wasnt actually a name. They came from characters -Xiao
(small) Liu (number 6) Zi (child), its like a nickname that MB called him. I think
the kid was only 6 years old, thus, the nick name of Xiao Liu Zi).
Lou Xi Yan lightly lifted the curtain, took the lead to get down from the chariot.
Zhuo Qing also followed behind him, arranged her clothing, directly jumped to get
off of the chariot. Lou Xi Yan laughingly shook his head, was she really the Qing
familys young lady? He had genuinely never seen any girl from a wealthy family
with this kind of behavior.
Lou Xi Yan got off the chariot, one gray silhouette came out from the side of the
tree and bowed, slightly tiny voice quietly paid respect and said: Xiaode greets
Prime Minister Lou.
The sky was extremely dark, he was continuously half bowing, Zhuo Qing could not
see his appearance, but looking at the body shape and listening to the voice, it could
not be more than 10 years old boy.
Pulling Zhuo Qing to step forward, Lou Xi Yan softly explained and said: You take
her to Qing Lings courtyard immediately, guard the outside, after the palace banquet
is finished, take her to the north palace gate.
Prime Minister Lou.. Xiao Liu Zi crawled on the ground, his voice was
somewhat trembling.
Lou Xi Yans pupils were slightly shimmering, he already guessed that the matter
had changed, holding Zhuo Qings hand on the hallow of his palm, Lou Xi Yan
asked: What had happened?
Kneeling on the ground, Xiao Liu Zi with a trembling voice answered: Qing Beauty
attended the Emperor last night, and angered Dragon Yan, already demoted as a
palace maid, in the evening time, the governments domestic affair took away the
person.
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As it turned out, Qing Ling was already conferred a title as a beauty, but how was
serving one night could anger Dragon Yan. It looked like Gu Yuns talent and fiery
temperament, Zhuo Qings back was cold, urgently asked: Where is she now?
Xiao Liu Zi slightly lifted his head, only saw this youngsters hand that was pulled
by Prime Minister Lous hand tightly, already knew that this was the type of person
who could not be offended, hurriedly lowered his head, terrifyingly replied:
Xiaoren does not know, Xiaoren does not really know.
Lightly waving his hand, Lou Xi Yan tranquilly said: You can go, let Head
Housekeeper Fang investigate, how is Qing Ling now, where the person is.
Xiaode immediately go. Xiao Liu Zi got up from the ground, ran away in an
instant.
Lou Xi Yan looked at Zhuo Qing, only saw her brows were deeply locked up,
mistakenly thinking that she was anxious about her elder sister, lightly patting the
back of her hand, comfortingly said: Do not worry, you will surely have the news
about your elder sister by tomorrow.
Besides nodding, Zhuo Qing also did not have any other way, in theory, if Lou Xi
Yan could not find a person, it would be more impossible for her to find that person.
Bowing her head to look at herself, this strange dress on her body, Zhuo Qing bitterly
smiled and said: What to do now?
Lou Xi Yans thin pupils lightly raised, lowly smiled and said: I take you to
experience Qiong Yue Imperial Palaces banquet, what do you say? Qing Ling was
nowhere to be found, he also could not let her get lost inside the palace, bringing her
by his side was the best plan.
Ah? Zhuo Qing was startled, with regards to this so called banquet, she was never
interested, ok. Unfortunately, Lou Xi Yan was not really asking for her opinion,
but hearing him swept a glance at the side of the Prime Minister manors Imperial
bodyguard, towards the thinnest Imperial bodyguard, said: Take off your clothes.
Yes. That Imperial bodyguard did not even think of it, the movement was
efficient to pull down the robe from his body, respectfully handed it over.
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Strategically passing the clothes in to Zhuo Qings hand, Lou Xi Yan pulled her to
the side of the chariot, smily said: Go and change the clothes.
Zhuo Qing helplessly climbed to enter the chariot, she also did not know what to do
inside the palace, just went to experience this so called Imperial banquet, ok.
Casually putting the clothes to cover her body, then removing the hat that made her
unable to breath the air easily, Zhuo Qing climbed out of the chariot once again.
The clothes seemed to be a little big on her body, Lou Xi Yan had already pulled her
sleeves of the garment, naturally helped her to roll the sleeves up. Mo Bais peaceful
blue eyes showed a trace of peculiar, but very soon regained the serene.
Zhuo Qings long hair was originally rolled up in a bun, that hat was removed now,
accompanied by an azure cheongsam, she looked more like an elegant youngster.
Lou Xi Yan was satisfied and leaned on her side, lightly smiled and said: You just
need to be obedient by my side, less raising your head and it will be all right. That
pair of eyes of her, too clear, too clear, were not a servants eyes, as long as she did
not look face to face at other people, it would be all right.
Zhuo Qing cried piteously, lowly mumbled in repetition and said: I will try to.
Recalling Xiao Liu Zis appearance a moment ago, Zhuo Qing resigned herself not
to study for a life time, only. Will try to, ok.. Let us go. Comparing to Zhuo
Qings dispirited look, Lou Xi Yan seemed rather comfortable. Leading Zhuo Qing
to walk towards the direction of the main hall, but he also would not think at this
time, tonight would not be so tranquil..
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Chapter 37: Palace Banquet (Part 1)
Outside of Qian Yang Palace Hall
Zhuo Qing lowered her head, followed to the side of Lou Xi Yans body, walked for
no more than 10 minutes, just heard the lively confusing voices. Zhuo Qing raised
her head to look, the palace lantern curled up not too far away, candle flame was
brightly lit, a gorgeous magnificent main hall across from the eyes. This palaces
floor area was very big, it felt like comparing to the Beijing Forbidden Citys
construction, it was even more magnificent, or rather, looking at the Forbidden
Citys was with the type of a tours mentality, things changed with the passage of
time, already realized it was not the same grandeur imperial household. Looking at
the palace before her eyes now, palace maids, palace eunuchs, imperial bodyguards,
cabinet ministers, everybody was so real, Zhuo Qing had a sense feeling of
indescribable and dazzling.
Lou Xi Yan lightly held Zhuo Qings hand, lowly asked: What is wrong? Feeling
unwell?
Zhuo Qing shook her head, sighed and said: No, just somewhat tired. Thinking
back to herself during the time of the tour at Forbidden City, then looking at herself
now, peoples fate unexpectedly could be this bizarre to this extent!
Looking at her mood that was suddenly gloomy, her eyes displayed exhaustion, Lou
Xi Yan softly said: Very soon, after the banquet is done by half, we will leave.
Lou Xi Yans tenderness was comforting, it made Zhuo Qing smiled, was not she
always flexible in the past? This was already a fixed fact of a matter, still be
melancholy for what?! Secretly breathing, Zhuo Qing effortlessly took a step
forward, she was walking while saying: I am fine, let us go, you do not need to
worry, I will remember to bow my head.
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter, he really should not let her to disguise as a
chamberlain, because there was no chamberlain who would walk in front of the
master! (Hahahaha). She, would never learn how to act as a servant forever, there
was no need to be either.
Both people were walking on the same direction and passing the main hall, there
were already a lot of officials who gathered and came early, everyone was
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exchanging conventional greetings to each other. Catching sight of Lou Xi Yan who
came, immediately letting out a path for him, continuously cupping their hands to
give courtesy. Lou Xi Yan__ nodded to return the greetings one after another,
advancing to the gate of the palace hall, Zhuo Qing was always lowering her head,
bowing to keep walking forward. Soon, one pair of pure black boots stopped in front
of her eyes.
General Su. Lou Xi Yans distinctive and muffled voice that carried a smiling
expression echoed.
Prime Minister Lou. A cold low sound that made people to tremble without any
reason.
General Su of the North returned, it could be said with high meritorious deed and
hard work. Lou Xi Yan and this black boots owner were chatting, Zhuo Qings
eyes that were almost closed out, suddenly opened, General Su? The man who had
the third Qing Familys sister, Zhuo Qing could not help to raise her head, wanted
to carefully look at this legend who was able to move unhindered into the six
countries, the formidable general!
This man could not be regarded as handsome, burly physique and very tall, actually
still taller than Lou Xi Yan by half a head, tanned skin, like satin black hair, the hair
was half bundled wildly on the back of his head, no hat, also no hairpin. Sharp
eyebrows, bright eyes like stars, stone carved liked face showed his bold personality,
dressed in dark gray gown (chang pao), completely without ornament on his body.
Taking part in this palace banquet, all of the Daren were dressed up meticulously
compare to him, he simply looked like he did not come to attend the banquet. It was
just that there were also some people on this earth, even if there was no magnificent
clothing, people still did not dare to ignore, that type was the one who endured the
long battlefield, the bloody rain and foul wind (a reign of terror) that washed out the
arrogant appearance, in what way could not be hidden in it.
Su Ling steadfasts face, did not have any expression, merely and voluntarily
answered: Prime Minister Lou is too modest, only Su mous (again the same mou
that LXY called himself in the previous chapters) duty.
Only saying some words, he suddenly acutely looked towards Zhuo Qings
direction. Zhuo Qing was frightened, hurriedly lowered her head, oh no, she was
already very low key to look at him, like this could also be discovered?
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Up front, Lou Xi Yans usually low voice echoed: General Su, please.
Entering the place, only Lou Xi Yan and his Imperial bodyguards, nothing more, Su
Ling coldly withdrew his line of sight, the same heart still lingered, he obviously
sensed a peeping gaze just a moment ago, unfortunately had to make him dodged.
Please. Accompanying Lou Xi Yan together, both people entered the inside of
the palace hall.
Fortunately Lou Xi Yan obstructed her promptly, Zhuo Qing secretly relaxed a little,
good sharp eyes, good compelling person with imposing manner. If Gu Yun was the
third Qing Familys sister, meeting this person needed only one expression to
sufficiently make a mans feeling trembled, in the end. Heavens blessing, ok!!
Lou Xi Yan and Su Ling entered the inside of the palace hall in succession, the civil
and military officials also followed to enter after them. The entire Qian Yangs
palace hall, palace maids, palace eunuchs were busy traveling back and forth. Two
women who dressed up as palace maids, one was in front and the other was on the
back, were hiding behind the outside palace hall near the big upright stone, throwing
a look at the inside of the hall from time to time.
Princess, we are not allowed to be in this occasion, you are still dressed up like
this, if the Emperor blames her Princess Chao Yuns personal maid, Xiao Lian
with a bitter face, looking at her owns dress that was the same as the Princess, her
heart was in a mess. From afternoon up until now, she already spoke until her mouth
was dry, Princess absolutely paid no attention to her, how could this be good?!!
Yan Ru Xuans gaze was only watching attentively at that direction near the main
halls gate where a disappearing tall silhouette was located, paying no attention, she
said: This many people at the palace banquet, Imperial Brother will absolutely pay
no attention to me.
She just knew that Princess would talk like this, followed Princess gaze to look, did
not need to guess, also knew who she was looking at now. Xiao Lians eyes were
bright, whisperingly said: Princess, it will be better to let this servant guards the
outside of the palace hall, when Prime Minister Lou comes out after the end of the
palace banquet, this servant will immediately invite him to go to Qing Xuan palace
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hall, you must not go in! Was it not that Princess came just because of Prime
Minister Daren, if only she could persuade this brat, what was she doing already!
Hardly covering up the melancholy in her eyes, Yan Ru Xuan stammered and
answered: If he agreed to go, he would already go earlier. It had already been a
long time since he entered Qing Xuan palace hall, sometimes she really wanted to
ask him why? Did he really dislike her this much? But when she was looking at his
clear and cold eyes often, she could not ask the question, just afraid that she could
not accept his answer.
Xiao Lian tightly pulled the corner of her lower clothing, Yan Ru Xuan was
impatience, and said: Fine, if you see afraid, just go back to the palace, ok.
Hearing Princess got angry with her idea, Xiao Lian hurriedly and lowly called out:
Princess said to go anywhere, this servant would also go anywhere! She was the
Princess personal maid, if her Master had any mistake, where could she, this
personal maid hide?!!
Feeling comforted with the nodding head, then grabbing Xiao Lians hand, Yan Ru
Xuan deeply breathed, said: That is good, just go in now. She needed her to
strengthen her courage!
Xiao Lians heart cried piteously, but there was also no way, could only enter
together with Princess into that crowded Qian Yang palace hall!
Two people pretended to be calmed to go along with the crowd to enter the inside of
palace hall as palace maids, Xiao Lian pulled Yan Ru Xuan who finally stood at the
palace, glanced around properly for a moment. Xiao Lians happy voice said softly:
Princess, you look, Prime Minister Lou is over there.
Facing the front of the main hall to look, Lou Xi Yan sat on the front table, he turned
back to whisper to the Imperial bodyguards from time to time, his face still had that
faint warm smile. She could not control her heart that was jumping wildly. Bowing
her head to look at the wrist that had a glossy emerald green jade bracelet, Yan Ru
Xuan nibbled her lips, raised her feet to walk over towards Lou Xi Yans direction.
Fortunately, Xiao Lians eyes quickly shifted, captured her hand, pleadingly said:
My good Princess, you just stay here to look, ok, you will be discovered if you step
forward again!
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Struggling several times, Xiao Lian was not willing to let go, Yan Ru Xuans face
sank, coldly narrated: Ben gong (similar to I for Imperial families) wants to say
something to him, you wait here.
Yes. Princess was already so angry, fully aware that she herself could not
persuade her, Xiao Lian only softly let go to release her hand.
Looking at Princess who was walking to the side of the palace to approach Lou Xi
Yan all the way, beautiful silhouette as a precarious butterfly. Xiao Lian lowly
sighed, Prime Minister Lou was just a lump of raging fire, Princess would still also
throw herself at him.
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Entering the inside of the palace hall, it was indeed an eye opener for Zhuo Qing,
the width of the palace hall was almost as big as a football field, the structure was
entirely wooden, every pillar beam was at least more than one meter in diameter.
The inside of the palace was divided into three layers, the middle of the main hall, a
ten meters wide golden silk velvet carpet was laid directly from the gate of the palace
hall to the highest layer. Dazzling of golden coloring, comparing it to a more
common red carpet, she did not know how much more luxurious and impressive.
On the highest layer, the flowing golden seat, was embedded with dragon head, one
look just knew that was the place where the Emperor would sit, the second layer
stood ten red sandalwood essence carving of long tables. Both Lou Xi Yan and Su
Ling walked to the second layer, both people were sitting on the left and right of the
closest seats from the Dragon Throne, merely looking at these seats arrangement,
one would know the height of the status. The third layer still probably had about 100
tables, but the person who was sitting at the most back table, it was reckoned that
the Emperor would not know him.. Lou Xi Yan took a seat, Zhuo Qing stood
behind him, because there was almost 20 meters in distance separating them, Zhuo
Qing finally dared to look at that one sharp and dangerous General Su once again. It
was rare to have the opportunity to see the important general in the ancient time,
Zhuo Qing lowly exclaimed in admiration and said: This General Su was really a
well deserved reputation.
Lou Xi Yan did not turned around, lightly raised his eyebrows, smily said: How
can you be so sure?
He has a pair of firmed and dedicated eyes, can attack, retreat or defend attitudes,
the type to conquer every charm. Maybe this was the one era that bestowed his
charm, of course, Zhuo Qing did not say that last words.
Lou Xi Yan leisurely picked up the wine cup that was on the table, while drinking
the wine quietly, he had a smile on his face, said: Strictly speaking, you are very
satisfied towards this younger sisters husband?
Younger sisters husband? Zhuo Qing recovered, mockingly answered: No, what I
assessed was his status as a General, he was qualified or not qualified as a husband,
I did not have the right to assess. She could not be this awesome, one glance could
see whether one man was good or not, she could only say, his well-built physique
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would somewhat scare a person, could feel as long as a force, she would be able to
be crushed by him~
Husband, was it a Hao Yues dialect? He faintly could guess the meaning of this
word, Lou Xi Yans hand held the wine cup, moved sideways to look towards Zhuo
Qing, amusingly and interestingly asked: Then what about me? (See below note).
What about you? The rays of light in his eyes were somewhat strange, Zhuo Qing
faintly felt it was fishy. Sure enough, starting to play with the wine cup, Lou Xi
Yan faintly smiled and asked: As a Prime Minister, am I or am I not qualified?
As a husband, am I or am I not qualified?
Lou Xi Yans mouth asked consciously, his eyes were actually watching attentively
at her eyes, tiny narrowed eyes of the slender pupils were moving, Zhuo Qing did
not dare also was unwilling to guess the sentiment, face was somewhat warmed up
indescribably, the always eloquent and fluent speaker like her unexpectedly did not
know how to reply for a moment.. Being patience was always Lou Xi Yans
significant strong point, she did not say, he would never urgently question her
intensely, merely like this serenely gazing at her. For Zhuo Qing, this time like this
was a torture. Fortunately, heavens heard her request, one palace maid who was
holding a tray on her hand slowly came over, she was half kneeling in front of Lou
Xi Yans long table.
Lou Xi Yan lightly raised his hand, said: No need for you to serve, withdraw, ok.
At the palace banquet, every table would have one palace maid to attend to serve
wine and dishes, but he did not want to be disturbed today, who would have thought
that not only the palace maid did not walk away, but she also unhurriedly poured
another cup of wine for Lou Xi Yan. Lightly delivering the wine in front of Lou Xi
Yan, the palace maid slowly raised her head, deeply concerned, asked: Is your
health a little well?
A woman gentle and softs voice lightly echoed, Lou Xi Yans brows unconsciously
knitted, looked towards the side of the woman who dressed up as a palace maid, Lou
Xi Yan deeply narrated to say: Princess, you should not come here.
Originally rejoicing that she did not need to face Lou Xi Yan awkwards question,
Zhuo Qings heart suddenly startled, she stepped forward one step unconsciously.
Peering at the womans profile, long shape eyebrows with star looking eyes, pink
face, water chestnut looking lips lightly pursed up, peaceful personality traits that
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made people very comfortable. Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows, it seemed
that she was not the only one who came here with an unusual clothing tonight, Lou
Xi Yans charm was not small!
Feeling herself that standing to eavesdrop other peoples conversations was very
boring, Zhuo Qing turned around to retreat to Mo Bais side, borrowing his tall
silhouette to shelter her. Zhuo Qing lazily leaned along side the pillar to yawn, her
gaze was kept away deliberately from Lou Xi Yan who was in front. There were
already a lot of people inside the palace hall, but the people who could go to the
second layer platform were still only a few. The three tables next to Su Ling were
still empty, the last person who was sitting quietly on the table, did not exchange
any conventional greeting with the officials. Zhuo Qing curiously looked at him, this
person seemed to look very familiar, it seemed to be that Criminal Prison Division,
Dan Yu Lan, right. He could sit on that table, so his official post was not low at all.
Lou Xi Yan somewhat clear and indifferences voice made Yan Ru Xuans heart
somewhat hurt, pressing down her hearts grievance, Yan Ru Xuan quietly
answered: I heard that you fell ill, I was very anxious and wanted to visit you, but
Imperial Mother would not allow me to go out of the palace constantly.
This official is already alright, nothing major, Princess does not need to take a lot
of trouble over it. Looking at Zhuo Qing retreated to Mo Bais side, Lou Xi Yan
was speechless now, did not know the feeling in his heart, she was so thoughtful,
why did his heart feel uneasy? Could it be that he was hoping that she would do
anything?! His mood was somewhat unrest, but he would never let anybody easily
guess what was in his mind.
Lightly lifting her hand up, wrist had a shiny and dazzling green jade bracelet, Yan
Ru Xuans heart was beating a small drum, with great expectation, she asked: Did
you personally choose this bracelet? He sent people to get a long hairpin from Zi
Jin last year, she was ecstatic, would wear it everyday. She found out later, that he
actually let his housekeeper to choose it, since then she had not worn that long
hairpin anymore.
As it turned out, Jing Sa gave this bracelet, how he could be so careless to give this
personal thing! Facing Yan Ru Xuans hoping eyes, Lou Xi Yan only mildly laughed
and asked: Does Princess like it?
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I like everything that you give me. She did not care what he gave her, but she only
cared whether or not it was him who considered and prepared it for her!
It is good that you like it, the palace banquet will start soon, Princess needs to go
back now.
Lou Xi Yans skimpy answer made Yan Ru Xuans complexion dark and gloomy,
smart as she was, how could she not know, he did not choose this bracelet! What did
she insist on at the end? Suddenly, finding how ridiculous her own self, Yan Ru
Xuan left with extremely dejected face, a resounding sound from far and near echoed
at the same time: The Emperor arrived! The Empress arrived!
The original main hall that was still in a mess, was quiet in a split second, no matter
what anybody was doing before, all of the people bowed down in courtesy. Except
for the Officials who were sitting on the second layer and the military leaders who
were guarding the palace could do half kneeling, the rest of the people had to crawl
on the ground without exception, Zhuo Qing had not reacted yet when Mo Bai
already pulled her to half kneeling on the ground. The only one who was standing
inside the palace, was Yan Ru Xuan with a distracted look.
Lou Xi Yans expression was dark, pulled Yan Ru Xuans hand, pulled her to his
side, at the same time, The Emperor and Empress silhouettes also appeared at the
entrance of the main hall.
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Long live, long live, long, long live, The Emperor! Resounding sounds throughout
the main hall were shouting to the Emperor and Empress once they entered at that
moment, Zhuo Qing slightly raised her head, narrowed her eyes to look. Yan Hong
Tian wore a bright yellow silk robe with a white jade belt on his waist, his head wore
a dark gold and jade hat, cold eyes were still threatening, matching up with the whole
bodys outfits, excessively could shake people not to dare to look straight at. In
reality, besides Zhuo Qings peeping, indeed there was nobody who dared to raised
their heads. The Empress seemed to be really young, about 20 years old, a gold
hairpin and jade pendant on her bun hair. She wore a dark red flowery meandering
dress, embroidered skirt with peony tree design that was weighing down to the
ground, setting her off to look dignified and luxurious, but the respected status as
her, could only follow closely at the Emperors side, but could not be side by side
with him all along.
Zhuo Qing secretly sighed, she finally understood, why the sovereign kings in the
ancient times were very much believed in themselves to be the Son of Heaven, so
very easy to change an incapable ruler, to have all of the people crawled at your feet
all the time, who could still remember what kind of a person was oneself, only a
few?!
Yan Ru Xuans dazzlingly starred at her own hand, face was burning hot, almost
roasting, thundering heartbeats, all of the voices could not enter her ears, she could
only hear her own thumping sound heartbeat. He unexpectedly took the initiative to
pull her hand a moment ago, although it was only for a brief moment, but she could
finally feel his slightly cold fingertips gently held her wrist with gentle strength.
Somewhat raising her head to look at that fair handsome face by her side, Yan Ru
Xuan knew, no matter how much desperation and hurt he gave her, she could not let
go of him because it was already a long long time ago, her heart and her eyes could
not allow any other man any longer, except for him.
According to his eyesights, he naturally was looking clearly at that palace maid who
was exactly Princess Chao Yun, Su Lings cold pupils flashed through a touch of
disgust. A woman was sure enough just an annoying person, a married woman would
unable to make sense of a situation, unable to see clearly any circumstance forever.
In between each silent curse, Yan Hong Tian already walked to the highest layer of
the platform, sat down on the Dragon Throne, the Empress sat by his right side. Yang
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Hong Tian calmly raised both of his hands, clearly narrated: All of the high ranking
officials, you may rise.
Thank you, His Majesty. (The actual words here were -sheng shang, it was
ministers form of address for the current emperor). Again to be adjusted uniformly,
just like a drill that had to be responded countless of time afterwards, each one of
the cabinet ministers sat properly.
Finally able to stand straightly, Zhuo Qing gloomily kneaded her knees gently, Mo
Bai suddenly pulled her a moment ago, she reckoned that her knees would be
greenish black. Only thinking, Mo Bais cold line of sight left her hand, Zhuo Qing
curled her lips, embarrassedly stood properly.
Bei Qis diplomatic envoys ask to have an audience.

The ceremony government official shouted in a loud voice once again, three peoples
shadows walked slowly to come from the end of the golden color rug, two men and
one woman.
All three people were wearing splendid clothes, the tall and thin man stood in front,
the relatively sturdy man stood behind him, but the one who attracted Zhuo Qings
line of sight was that woman. She was absolutely the one person who would not let
people to ignore her great beauty, not to say that her facial features had so much
exquisite, rather that ostentatiously display of her energetic look, looked as if it was
a painting, eyes liked limpid autumn waters (description of the girls beautiful eyes),
wondered around, and drew people to enquire into.
Qiong Emperor, may you have a long good fortune. The three people half
kneeled to give courtesy.
Yan Hong Tians clear voice answered: You may rise, granting you to take the
seats.
Thank you, Qiong Emperor.
The three people sat down on their seats, they were actually sitting at the three long
empty tables next to Su Ling, the meager man slightly cupped his hand towards Su
Ling, Su Ling still had that cold face, only slightly nodded to return the greeting. Su
Lings somewhat rude response, but the man paid no attention at all, gracefully sat
down.
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Yan Hong Tians loud and clear voice echoed once again: Several of you who came
from afar, first taste Qiong Yues distinctive Aquilaria tree wine, bestow the wine.
Thank you, Qiong Emperor for the reward.
Three people who wore blue clothings of the palace maids were offering the wine
pot, walking beside the long table, half kneeling as they poured the wine.
Sure enough, not only in the ancient times or the modern times, the banquet was this
boring and tedious forever. The difference was, at the very least, she could still sit
and eat before, if she wanted to go, she could just go, she could only stand now.
Zhuo Qing boringly yawned, her gaze swept across a palace maid, Zhuo Qing
breathed fearfully, that woman who poured the wine for the Princess, her face
unexpectedly also had two distinct scars from a knife wound, the same on the right
cheek. She, could or could not be Qing Ling?!
Paying attention to that palace maid, naturally not only Zhuo Qing, Lou Xi Yans
eyes also showed a touch of surprise, that woman should be Qing Ling, right. No
matter what, she and Feng-ers body shapes and appearances looked a lot alike, the
difference was Feng-ers eyes displayed a proudly clear cold radiance, and her eyes
were full of cold desperation and apathetic to ignore.
However, why would she be at the banquet, even more to let her serve Qi Princess?
Was the Emperors purpose to humiliate her? Lou Xi Yan secretly looked a glance
at Yan Hong Tian, from his eyes, Lou Xi Yan also saw an astonished look. It seemed
that he did not arrange it, in that way, the only person who could arrange this was
the Empress.
The matter in the harem, he should not care about it, there was no big movement
where Qing Feng was standing either, Lou Xi Yan lightly covered up the ray of his
eyes, was still watching for that change.
Perhaps, it was Zhuo Qings excessively blazing expression, or maybe because of

the so called interlinked hearts, the palace maid suddenly lifted her head, met by
Zhuo Qings line of sight all together.
Seeing clearly Zhuo Qings face, the womans pair of eyes swiftly opened widely,
the hand that was holding the wine pot was almost unstable. Looking at her facial
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expression, Zhuo Qing actually cooled down in her mind, she, should be Qing Ling,
but absolutely was not Gu Yun. If she was Gu Yun, she would not recognize the
change in herself that was beyond recognition, the calms Gu Yun would also not
show this much excitement, made people see her thought.
Zhuo Qing disappointedly withdrew her line of sight, the woman also realized
suddenly that she lost her own control excessively, lowered her head, but slightly
moved her shoulder up and down, could still see how her mood was moved
emotionally.
The three people drank the cup of wine, Bei Qis third Prince, Xu Xun Si respectfully
laughed and said: As expected, it is a good wine! Strong aromatic, mellow and rich,
soft and smooth inside the mouth. Bei Qis delegations come to make customary
deferences this time, so that we can experience Qiong Yues powerful and
magnificent of the dominant countrys paragon. We wish to be able to use this
opportunity to express that our country will acknowledge allegiance towards Qiong
Yue.
Yan Hong Tian slowly nodded, a clear understanding manner, his mouth also
cordially answered: Bei Qi is Qiong Yues neighboring country, both countries will
intercommunicate diplomatically, many dealings certainly are good actions. Third
Prince, since you have already arrived in Qiong Yue, there is no harm to tour, Qiong
Yue still has somewhat beautiful scenery.
Yan Hong Tian, originally did not want to answer the topic of his discussion, Xu
Xun Sis heart already understood it clearly, he was not fond to form an alliance.
Following his words, Xu Xun Si laughingly said: Thank you for Qiong Emperors
good thought, Qiong Yues geographical area is vast, elegant folk songs, naturally
nothing is more beautiful that can be imagined. This time, Seventh Princess also
specifically prepares for a flowing sleeve dance to wish Qiong Yues prosperous,
and hopes that both countries will bond as friendly allies for all ages.
Oh? How quick did they use the honey trap? (Using a beautiful woman to try to
accomplish ones goal. In this particular story, Bei Qi is trying to use the 7th
Princess dancing & beauty to entrap YHT). Yan Hong Tians eyes lightly raised,
laugh heartily and said: Always hear that Seventh Princess dancing skill is
extraordinary, Zhen will enjoy it properly today.
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Yan Yun was incompetence. The womans natural and unrestrained conduct,
gracefully got up to walk towards the middle of the long golden rug. Facing to look
at Yan Hong Tian, but she did not start to dance yet, she unexpectedly. lightly
pulled her belt! Zhuo Qing was startled, this Princess was also extremely daring, ok?
In front of everyone, she undressed. Her dance could not be a striptease dance,
right.
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If it was a striptease dance, she would be interested to take a look at, Zhuo Qing was
staring at the golden rug attentively and excitedly. Slowly taking off the belt, right
after pulling the beautiful womans own robe, following her movement, the
gorgeous outer clothing quietly sliding off to expose the crimson translucent silk
skirt inside, the light clothing was not only graceful and enchanting, it was even
showing more of her voluptuous figure before everyones eyes.
The woman stylishly walked to the middle area, clear and brights voice with a
smiling expression, said: Musician, please play one tune of music, only require a
drum sound, the rest of the musical instruments can be excused.
Facing Yan Hong Tian to give a courtesy, the woman took out one colorful red
ribbons from the inside of her sleeve and held it in her hand, it extended to
approximately one meter long, but the ribbon was extremely thin.
Zhuo Qing was somewhat curious, the ribbon was thin, if she wanted to wave it, it
would be harder, this woman looked weak, could she really wave it?
Zhuo Qing was still thinking, following the musicians tone of the drum sound, the
woman softly jumped, the silk ribbon that was on her hand took a life on its own,
suddenly fluttering to rise, following the beats of the drum. With her bright, beautiful
and quick witted as if the same as a cat like coquettish glances towards Yan Hong
Tian from time to time, the exquisite twisting of her body as if it was a snake. The
long ribbon that was on her hand moved along with the drum beats gracefully,
especially every time she jumped and whirled, all were stamping on the drum beats.
Merely with a single drum tone, she could already display the state of dance like
this, not only it did not appear monotonous, on the contrary, it was beautified by
many.
The admiration sigh sounds started to be heard in all around the corners again and
again, Zhuo Qing could not help to say that in her eyes, this woman was absolutely
the best in this earth. Alluring figure and the sound of the drum were very clever to
combine together, each bursting sound was heard, that red captivating silk satin
seemed to also be in a tangle with your heart at the same time. Softly tickling, could
not say if the men would spurt their blood vessels when they watched her, she even
had some difficulty breathing, this dance was absolutely more blunt than a striptease
dancing on the tall pole by a lot.
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Zhuo Qing looked onward to Lou Xi Yans direction, could only see his meagers
back, could not see clearly his facial expression. Directly in front, Su Ling was still
as before with his stubborn cold face, icily arrogant eyes only watched at the wine
on his hand, apparently it was more fascinating than any beauty.
Again, looking towards the highest position, Yan Hong Tian, he was actually staring
fixedly at the beauty, not letting go, it was a pity that his eyes were only seeing her
as a type of prey that pondered his interest, also, would he look less at a woman who
was acting as a gift?! Zhuo Qing secretly sighed, it was really a pity for this great
beauty.. One strong drum beat at the end, the woman suddenly laid down on the
ground swiftly with a bang sound. Everyone in the main hall was holding their
breaths to watch attentively at that beautiful image who was on the ground.
It looked fishy, her dance was extremely quick witted a moment ago, the style of this
final dancing conclusion should not lose the original standard! Zhuo Qing
straightened up her body, quietly narrowed her eyes slightly, secretly observed the
womans every movement, the woman had not gotten up after a long time, the sound
of the discussions from the cabinet ministers started to be heard quietly.
Xu Yan Yun was motionless for a very long time, Xu Xun Si could not help but to
step forward in the end, lowly called out at her side: Seventh sister?
Xu Yan Yun did not have any response, Xu Xun Si lightly supported her, she was
still softly laid down on his embrace, Xu Xun Si knitted his eyebrows tightly, gently
patting her cheeks. He was about to call her, but it appeared that Xu Yan Yun
suddenly twitched up, hands and feet were stiffed, her complexion that was
originally flushed turned into a faint purple color. Clearly having a difficulty
breathing, Xu Xun Si was panicky, hurriedly said: Seventh sister, what is wrong
with you?
Xu Yan Yun was not able to respond to him, her eyes were suddenly opened big, the
original bright eyes looked lost, her bloodshot eyes were filled with obvious fear.
The stiffed hands rigidly grabbed her own throat, her two legs unconsciously were
struggling. Zhuo Qing was fearful, did she originally have any illness? This did
not look like any disease that flared up, it looked like- poisoning.
Seventh sister!
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Finally, Xu Yan Yun did not move, her pair of eyes were widely open staring ahead.
Everything happened extremely quick, everyone in the main hall did not have any
reaction.
Imperial Physician, diagnose the Seventh Princess. Yan Hong Tian slightly colds
voice echoed heavily, could not clearly see the mood on his face at this moment.
Yes. Two Imperial Physicians hurriedly ran over, took Xu Yan Yuns pulse, the
original serene face suddenly changed into a heavy one, cautiously feeling the pulse
for a long time, finally released the hand. Facing the back of the other Imperial
Physician, he lowly mumbled a few sentences, that Imperial Physician immediately
felt the pulse, for a long time afterwards, both of them looked at each other for one
glance, each did not dare to say anything.
Looking at their facial expressions, Xu Xun Si already felt that something was not
right, hurriedly said: What is wrong with her?!
Seventh Princess, she. Both of them swallowed salivas, cold sweat flowed
directly.
Say it! Yan Hong Tian lowly roared, both of the Imperial Physicians immediately
threw themselves on the ground, tremblingly answered: Already took her one last
breath and died.
The main hall was in commotion.
Absolutely disgraceful! Yan Hong Tian angrily threw down the wine cup on the
ground, the inside of the palace hall was in absolute silence immediately.
Tightly holding the woman on his bosom, Xu Xun Si apparently still could not be
calmed down, staring at the Imperial Physicians, intensely questioned: This was
impossible, Seventh sister had practiced dance since young, her body was always
very good, how was it possible that she suddenly took her one last breath and died?
The Imperial Physicians also did not dare to raise their heads, only shivering for a
long time, finally answered: Seventh Princess was. poisoned to die.
Poisoned to die? The voices echoed one more time, but nobody dared to speak, after
all, one countrys Princess died in the main hall from poisoning, this really was
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Xu Xun Si raised his eyes to look one glance at Yan Hong Tian, covering up the rays
on his eyes, with heavy sound answered: This should be even more impossible,
right.
His eyes flashed through a trace of anger, Yan Hong Tians cold voice asked:
Seventh Princess died due to what poison?
This.
Unable to tolerate the look at the image of the people who were curling up on the
ground, Yan Hong Tians cold voice lowly said: What are you humming and
hawing for, just say it. Really a bunch of useless people. His magnificent and
powerful country, could it still be that he had to lose face in front of these
foreigners!?
Both of them looked towards each other, nevertheless, did not dare to reply, could
only crawl deeper on the ground, their foreheads were covered by beads of sweats,
they absolutely did not dare to say what kind of poison ah.
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Lou Xi Yan and Su Ling who sat across from each other looked face to face one
glance, each did not turn his line of sight, each was calmly waiting to see, because
at this moment, the Head of Criminal Prison Divisions Dan Yu Lan already got up
to move towards the Seventh Princess who was on the ground.
The Imperial Physicians were frightened and could not speak, the group of state
officials kept silent. Yan Hong Tian was just about to get angry, Dan Yu Lans clear
and steady voice echoed timely: Before Princess died, the four limps of the body,
jaw, breathing, were firmly obstructed, her complexion was dark purple color, her
pair of eyes protruded after death, her four limbs were stiffed and cold, so she should
be infected by a snake venom. What kind of snake venom could be effective in this
short time, only the red scarlet worm.
So it was really poisoning, looking at the expression of the deceased that manifested
in this state, Zhuo Qing was also judging like this, but the little thing that she
understood was, there were many deadly venoms cases, but the one that resembled
the Seventh Princess quick flared up was rare, or was it possible that she was already
poisoned before coming here? Also impossible, when she was dancing, it was
completely normal.
Zhuo Qing sank into her own pondering, the group of state officials who were near
Dan Yu Lan spoke out red scarlet worm, after several moment, there was another
uproar, Zhuo Qing secretly thought about what was the red scarlet worms venom?
Official Dan, Bei Qis Princess died in the main hall of my Qiong Yue, this was not
a small thing, must not comment easily! This case will be handed over to you to
investigate fully, must find the real cause of death and murderer. Because Dan Yu
Lan reported the name of the venom, Yan Hong Tians voice, even though still
maintained a country monarchs dignity like before, his complexion was also dark
for a moment.
Half kneeling on the ground, Dan Yu Lan loudly answered: Chen receives the
Imperial decree.
All along, the corpse was still tightly held on Xu Xun Sis bosom, he appeared to
regain some rationality, his young face was in the capacity of the son of a countrys
King so he should have some dignity. Raising his head to look straight at the high
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position of Yan Hong Tian, coldly narrated: If I am not mistaken, the red scarlet
worm was a distinctive venom from Qiong Yue, Seventh sister died tragically at the
main hall of Qiong Yue now, Bei Qi, courteously asked Qiongs Emperor to give us
one statement. Official Dan will investigate this case personally, Xu Xun Si does not
have any objection, but hoping that Official Dan can investigate the case in my
presence.
Granted! This matter was already like this, this request could not be regarded as
excessive. After all, no matter what, the Princess died at the palace hall, that was
already a fact.
In this main hall, where did the poison snake come?! The Princess was still well a
moment ago, only drank one cup of wine, maybe the wine was poisonous! A rough
voice echoed in this spacious main hall, unexpectedly could also hurt peoples ears
because this voice was so loud.
Everyone was facing to look at the person who just talked, it was another Bei Qis
envoy, General Hu Zhang Yus eldest son, Hu Xi Ang. His body shape was as rough
as his voice, his hand was holding Princess wine pot, mutually communicating with
Xu Xun Si who was trying to control his emotion, his face showed anger that could
not be concealed.
Dan Yu Lan walked over towards him, seized the wine pot that was on his hand, he
muttered a few sentences towards the chamberlain who was next to him afterwards,
the chamberlain hurriedly ran out.
Zhuo Qing used her shoulder lightly to bump into Mo Bai, lowly asked: What is
this thing, red scarlet worm?
Mo Bai originally did not want to pay attention to her, but looking at her for one
glance, only saw her eyes were radiant, staring at the womans corpse on the ground,
she was usually somewhat different. Mo Bai was silent for a moment, finally he
lowered his voice to answer: Red scarlet worm is Qiong Yues northwestern
specific type of viper, because its body is small, a little thinner than a finger, the
length is no more than two chi (one chi equals to 1/3 of a meter so this snake is not
quite one meter length), so the local people call it a worm. This type of snake lives
in the underground drain stones, extremely wet and extremely cold ground, only
comes out at night time, will not see the sunshine all year around, its entire body is
scarlet red, the toxicity is extremely strong, if it bites, you will immediately get
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killed, even if it only touches or mistakenly uses its venom, you will also die
certainly and undoubtedly.
Touching it could also die certainly and undoubtedly? Zhuo Qing was frightened,
looking at Mo Bai, urgently said: If the hands do not have any wound, touching its
venom will also be poisoned.
Mo Bai did not say anything, only coldly nodded his head.
Very powerful venom, the same snake venom was a neurotoxin (substances that are
poisonous to the nerve tissues), or blood circulation poison (blood poisoning),
another powerful thing was both types contained their own, but touching to the skin
could be poisoned, was there also corrosion osmosis!? Zhuo Qing secretly felt a pity,
this era did not have the equipment to examine the venom, otherwise she could
research it carefully!
Not knowing whether or not Dan Yu Lan had any trick, Zhuo Qing raised her head
to look towards the opposite of Dan Yu Lan.
The chamberlain brought in a white porcelain dish, also a silver needle with
approximately more than 10 cm in length.
Only seeing that he put the wine pot inside the small dish, originally, the wine should
be pure like floating faint red color, but she did not see the pure wine color inside of
the greenish cup, the hand that was holding a silver needle put it in the small dish,
the silver needle was submerged in the wine and it immediately changed to black
color. Dan Yu Lan took out the silver needle, used a plain white cloth to wipe it clean
afterwards, the silver needle was still black as before.
Zhuo Qing slightly frowned, could be sure that the poison contained a heavy toxic
sulfide, the silver would turn black, besides this, what more components were there?!
Zhuo Qing continued to look down, but unfortunately, Dan Yu Lan did not make
any other movement.
Hu Xi Ang was already impatience, urgently asked: Was the wine poison or not?!
Collecting the silver needle, Dan Yu Lan did not try to justify anything, realistically
said: The silver needle was black, the wine was slightly red, smelled fishy, the wine
really contained red scarlet worms poison.
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Zhuo Qing looked towards this one side again at the Criminal Prison Division, this
very unique person, red scarlet worm was obviously Qiong Yues distinctive poison,
why was he able to answer so calmly, did not see that the two Imperial Physicians
were still trembling now! He could not really be this honest ah, or he had extreme
confidence in himself to be able to resolve this currents crisis by himself?
Hearing one sentence from Dan Yu Lan that the wine was definitely poisonous, Hu
Xi Ang violently roared one more time and loudly said: Then surely there was
someone who put the poison inside the wine! You all hand over that person to come
out!
Hu Xi Ang was so presumptuous, Yan Hong Tian could very much put him in prison,
but what should he do at this time, would it not be more disgraceful national news
to bully and humiliate a small country, if it was spread out, how could he still
confront the other six countries?! Yan Hong Tians complexion got darker and
darker, similar to the prelude of the rainstorm, the main hall sank into silence once
again.
A clear, bright and gentle voice of a woman softly echoed, dissolving a trace of
heavy atmosphere that made people to choke: At the palace banquet, the wine was
unexpectedly poisoned by someone, it was Ben gongs negligence, Head
Housekeeper Wu, bring the servant who touched the Princess wine pot to come up
to Ben gong.
This kind of situation, originally, the Empress should not speak, but as a mother of
the country, the matter happened inside the womans palace, if she talked for a few
sentences was also ok, her appearance was just in time to ease the atmosphere.
Yes. Looking one glance at the Emperors facial expression, he did not stop it, Wu
Rong immediately turned around to leave.
Zhuo Qing secretly shouted rotten, Qing Ling was the one who poured the wine
for the Princess ah!
Sure enough, several Imperial bodyguards pushed down three servants to the front
of the palace hall, Qing Ling was also pushed to kneel down on the ground, the three
servants were already frightened beyond recognition, laying on the floor repeatedly
shouting: The Queen Empress, save our lives ah, these servants were only
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responsible to allocate the wine to be put inside the pot, also did not know which
wine pot would be given to the Princess, even if these servants were given one
hundred courages, these servants would also not dare to put poison ah.
Comparing the manner of the three servants who kissed up to beg for forgiveness,
Qing Ling was kneeling straightforwardly, did not even say one word, her face was
completely expressionless and cold.
The Empress slightly narrowed her eyes, looking towards Qing Ling, coldly
narrated: Qing Ling, you were the woman whom Hao Yues delivered as a present
to enter the palace, now was demoted to be a palace maid. Did you or did you not
harbor a grudge in your heart to poison Bei Qis Princess, or was it Hao Yues
country who prompted you to put the poison and conspired to kill Bei Qis Princess,
to instigate the relationship between Qiong Yue and Bei Qi?!
Still lowering her head, Qing Ling only coldly spit out three words: I did not.
You attempted to assassinate the Emperor last night, still dared to say that you did
not have any evil intention?! Ben gong would give you this one opportunity,
whatever you did, you should confess truthfully, Ben gong would exempt you from
receiving any physical pain!
She was always under the impression that her sisters had already died, and she was
alone in this earth, what was the meaning of living also, speaking of death for her
was a type of freedom, but she saw her today. She simply would not let the Empress
to push the accusation to her, otherwise would surely harm them, also would harm
the innocent people in Hao Yue!
For a very long time, Qing Ling finally and slowly lifted up her head, looking
towards the higher up, pretending to be a woman who actually gave in for a false
mercy that made people feel nauseating, with a trace of sarcastic smile, Qing Ling
loudly answered: I was not careful to smash a flower vase last night, cut the
Emperor, did not fulfill and attend to my duty, the Emperor was angry, demoted me
to be a palace maid. And I would stand here and serve to pour wine to Bei Qis
Princess today, it was entirely from the Queen Empress order, I did not know
anything before the event, if you were saying that I put the poison, then it was also
the Queen Empress arrangement.
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Presumptuous! The Empress complexion changed greatly, originally still wanted

to use affable voice, but this time was abnormally ear piercing: Sharp teeth, sharp
mouth, spouting nonsense, it seems that if I do not use torture, you will not speak
the truth!!
The Empress voice was trailing off, the Imperial bodyguards who were standing on
the side already went up, pushed the unwavering Qing Ling to the ground.
Zhuo Qings heart was tightened, she could still cheer Qing Lings quick witted
answer a moment ago, she was anxious because of her now. Looking towards Yan
Hong Tian, he was still expressionless as before, did not even show Qing Ling a
little bit pity, right, the Empress could also be regarded as helping him one great
favor. Qing Ling was Hao Yues person, if everything could be pushed to Qing Ling,
it was just perfect, everything was unrelated to Qiong Yue! If Bei Qi wanted to look
for somebody to calculate the debt, could also look for Hao Yue!
But could she really able to let them impose this groundless accusation to her?!
Looking at her being beaten? Could not! There was one continuous voice in her
heart, the brain was clamoring, maybe it was the calling out from the bloodline,
maybe it was Zhuo Qings own conscious that would not allow it, in short, Zhuo
Qing knew that she could not watch with folded arms (she could not stand idly
without doing anything).
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Two tall and strong Imperial bodyguards crudely pushed Qing Ling to the ground,
her slender arms nearly snapped off, Qing Ling tightly clenched her teeth, her thin
and weak body shrank into a small circle, but refused to beg for forgiveness, with a
trace of hoarse and cold voice, shouted: I did not put the poison.
She could not and also would not admit, even if her arms were twisted or broken,
she would also not admit!!
The pain made her already white face even paler, the water chestnut looking lips that
were tightly bitten, were already bloody.
Looking at the stubbornly humiliated and forbearing persistents woman who was
on the ground, Zhuo Qings eyes had traces of distressed, but her foot only moved
one step. By her side, Mo Bai who appeared to completely ignore her, beat her
quicker to move and block in front of her body.
Zhuo Qings footsteps were blocked, moved towards the left side a little, as if Mo
Bais back had eyes, quickly moved his silhouette to stop her way once again.
Several times afterwards, Zhuo Qing was also angry, just about to use her hands to
push Mo Bai away, but Lou Xi Yan who was always sitting on his seat as steady as
the Tai mountain (this is an idiom meaning that he was sitting without moving)
suddenly turned his head.
Facing his serene and peaceful eyes over Mo Bais shoulder, Lou Xi Yans eyes
deeply looking at her, he shook his head unobtrusively and lightly. Looking inside
that pair of slender eyes, Zhuo Qing saw the kind of calm and reassuring strength.
Zhuo Qing finally stopped her footsteps because of this kind of strength, slowly
leaned against the back of the pillar again. Her heart was somewhat at a loss and
suspicious at this moment, she was because of these expression, unexpectedly was
convinced that he would handle this matter properly for her.
Yan Ru Xuan was always tightly pulling the corner of her own skirt, she had never
thought that she would see this kind of scene. Just a moment ago, a still living person
suddenly just died in front of her, she was really panicky, really wanted to shriek,
but because there was him beside her, even though she still could not control her
body not to tremble, Yan Ru Xuans heart did not have too much fear.
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But what did Yan Gege look at? And he also only looked one glance, his head turned
back once again, Yan Ru Xuan raised her eyes to look, only saw Yan Geges
personal Imperial bodyguard, nothing more. Hurriedly lowering her head again, she
did not dare to look at the pair of eyes from the corpses opened eyes inside the main
hall, it was too scary!!
Here, the expression was flowing together, dark storm was rushing forth, over there,
it was already an overflowing raging sky. Obviously it was only a lowly servant, still
with an aloof and unyielding manner, the Empress lowly snorted, shouted: I want
to see until when you can be reluctant to admit a mistake! Someone comes!
Three palace eunuchs who appeared to look like men immediately stepped forward
to obey the order, Zhuo Qings heart was trembling with fear once again, fortunately
Lou Xi Yan did not make her disappointed, his meager silhouette slowly stood up, a
low kind of voice that was not in a hurry nor slow, echoed: The Queen Empress,
please calm down, do not get angry because of one palace maid. It would be better
to hold the person and give her to Official Dan, let him investigate the case, also as
to avoid of getting you injure by getting angry.
One could almost give a lesson to this arrogant woman properly, the Empress
expression was clearly dark, in the civil and military in the Imperial palace, she could
not offend two people, one was Lou Xi Yan, and the other was Su Ling! Lou Xi Yan
already spoke, she had no choice but to honor his reputation, secretly clenched her
teeth, the Empress gracefully nodded her head and answered: Still Prime Minister
Lou who is thinking considerately, then this person will be handed over to Dan Yu
Lan, ok.
Lou Xi Yan peacefully sat down, with an unimportants manner, Dan Yu Lan could
only step forward one step, cupped his hands and answered: This small official will
surely investigate this case fully.
Prime Minister Lou was worthy to be called Prime Minister Lou, logically handed
this terrible mess to give him at the end! Someone comes, detain them to the side
first.
Qing Ling was pulled up by several palace eunuchs together, pushed to the side of
the main hall. Qing Ling finally had the opportunity to look clearly at Lou Xi Yans
appearance, sure enough, great handsome and bright man, impressive appearance.
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Qing Ling finally gratifyingly smiled, she was following him, so she would not
suffer any hardship, right!
Dan Yu Lan did not bring the suspect for an interrogation, but straightforwardly
went to the direction where the body of the Seventh Princess who was still laying
down on Xu Xun Sis bossom, slightly bowed to give a courtesy, softly said:
Seventh Princess, I apologize for offending you.
Pushing Dan Yu Lans stretching hand, Xu Xun Si expelled his breath and said:
What do you want to do?
Withdrawing his hand, Dan Yu Lan explained: Seventh Princess was poisoned to
death, I should examine the corpse as early as possible, so that I could preserve the
evidence early.
Knitting his eyebrows again, Xu Xun Si who was always polite appeared to be angry:
It was you who said that Seventh sister was poisoned to death, the wine also
confirmed to be poisonous, how did you still want to examine.
Third Prince, rest assured, Dan mou will only do a common corpse examination to
see the condition of the corpse, whether or not the corpse still has other wounds, etc,
so it can be recorded, in order to prepare for the inquiry of the case, will not injure
Princess corpse. If Third Prince does not feel at ease, you can be the spectator.
Qing Ling temporarily was not in danger, Zhuo Qing changed her line of sight to the
other direction, Dan Yu Lan spoke the truth, this poisoning case, the earlier the
inspection of the corpse, the smallest chance that it would change, moreover, no
matter what the case was, doing an autopsy of the corpse was very important.
Zhuo Qing had higher praise towards Dan Yu Lan, unfortunately, someones
complexion was dark that could frighten people: Did you say that you want to take
off her clothes for the examination?
Dan Yu Lan, with righteousness, and without pretentious, replied: Yes, that is
right.
Out of the question! Xu Xun Si lowly roared! Lightly laying down Seventh
Princess corpse, Xu Xun Si removed his own robe, put the clothing to cover up the
thin corpse. Getting up to walk to the middle of the main hall, crossed over Dan Yu
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Lan, towards Yan Hong Tian and narrated: Even though my Bei Qi is a small
country, but strictly speaking, Seventh sister is also our countrys most respected
princess, I absolutely can not allow a male to see her corpse, if she is aware of this
after death, she will also feel humiliated!
Yan Hong Tians complexion was always dark and gloomy, clearly undecided, also
not saying where he stood, Dan Yu Lan stepped forward one more time, cordially
explained: Third Prince, Princess corpse must be examined, in order to be able to
find the murderer who has poisoned the Princess as soon as possible, please forgive
me, Third Prince.
Who dares to touch Princess?! One person was flying forward, Hu Xi Ang blocked
in front of Seventh Princess corpse, he was originally a military leader, under
extreme anger, might not care so much, immediately roared: Princess was
obviously and deliberately poisoned by someone in this main hall, the wine also had
poison, you did not investigate the murderer, on the contrary, you wanted to
humiliate Princess corpse, you, Qiong Yue, must not bully intolerably!!
Third Prince, how do you want to handle this?
Xu Xun Si finally turned his body around, directly facing him, unflinchingly
answered: Official Dan can inspect with the clothes on, can examine it like this,
after completing the examination, I want to bring Seventh Princess home. Anyway,
you as an older male, certainly can not examine Seventh sister naked!
The atmosphere in the main hall was heavy, if Hu Xi Ang had a weapon on his body,
he would already show it.
In any case, he could not do the autopsy by force, right? But without the autopsy,
how could he judge the case?! Dan Yu Lan was deeply in thought, suddenly his eyes
flashed a touch of extraordinary splendor, raised his head one more time, Dan Yu
Lan with clear and bright eyes, asked: A male, can not do it, a female can touch,
right?
A female?
This word came out, the whole audience were all frightened, which female had done
an autopsy before?!
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Zhuo Qings heart immediately raised a bad premonition.
Lou Xi Yans eyes also flashed through a trace of peculiar.
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A female? Xu Xun Si tightened his eyebrows, asked: Qiong Yue has a female
coroner?
A female coroner? These words came out, the whole audiences were frightened,
which female had done an autopsy before?!
Zhuo Qings heart immediately raised a bad premonition, her body unconsciously
withdrew behind Mo Bais tall back, almost disappeared behind the pillar and
wanted to hide between the long screen.
Lou Xi Yans eyes flashed through a trace of peculiar, extremely tiny that no one
would discover.
With regards to Xu Xun Sis problem, Dan Yu Lan did not emphatically replied,
only persistently asked: Third Prince only needs to say if she can or can not.
It seemed that they must really do this autopsy, Xu Xun Si was thinking, finally
nodded his head and answered: Ok, if it is a female, she can substitute to examine.
Obtaining a definite answer, Dan Yu Lan turned his body around to walk towards
Lou Xi Yans seat. Lou Xi Yans forefinger was lightly flicking, his face was
leisurely calm, but he lowly cursed in his mind, darn it, unexpectedly was discovered
by him!
All of the people were waiting for Dan Yu Lan to find who the female was to come
for the autopsy, or he secretly accepted a female disciple. They only saw that he
bypassed Lou Xi Yan, walked to one tall male with blue eyes, lightly clasped his
hands to greet in front of him, said: Miss Qing, I still have to ask your help to
examine the Princess.
Looking at Qing Ling who was suffering hardship, she showed her impetuousness,
not only that she resembled Qing Ling very much, but also was by Lou Xi Yans
side. Although that time inside the prison, he could not see her face clearly, but he
could be certain that she was Qing Feng, who gave him a big shock as a youngster
on that day!
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In the main hall, there was a commotion once again, that was obviously one big
male, where was this young lady ah?!!
Zhuo Qings heart secretly cursed Lou Xi Yan, why did he not say anything at this
time?! With her back was leaning slightly on the cold pillar, she decided not to pay
any attention to him.
As if he already saw through Zhuo Qings way of thinking, Dan Yu Lan also no
longer advanced, only clearly narrated: If we can not verify the Princess corpse
today, we can not find any new clue and evidence. Everybody who is involved in
this case, will be unable to escape the criminal charges to put poison and conspire to
murder Bei Qis Princess, it will be more difficult to escape from death.
Darn it, he was warning her, if he did not examine, Qing Ling would die!
Ironically, she still believed that he was an upright, plain spoken, open and candid
person at one time, so actually, he would also play with this type of nasty persons
trick!
Dan Yu Lans hands were on his back, also no longer speaking, not too long after, a
clear and cold females voice that was somewhat resentful furiously echoed: I will
examine.
Following this voice, one slender silhouette came out from behind the tall man.
That was one person who wore the Prime Minister Lou familys female clothing,
that was right, a female, even though her long hair was combed in a bun. She was
wearing a loose robe, but after carefully looking at her, that persons fair and
beautiful face, there was no doubt that she was a female.
Bang~
The sound of a cup that fell on the ground echoed, everyone was facing towards the
area where the sound appeared, only saw the Emperor who was in front of the long
table, the cup already fell on the ground. The good wine dripped along the table and
splashed on the golden rug, the Emperors pair black eyes were firmly staring at that
female who suddenly came out, a group of the state officials were secretly guessing
the identity of the female. Only because the Emperor looked at her with expression
that contained an excessively complicated state of mind, as if it was unbelievable,
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also seemed to show full of deep emotions, but then again, it could also be an obvious
anger that anybody could see.
Zhuo Qing had goose bumps being looked at by Yan Hong Tian, why was he looking
at her like this?! Did she recognize him? Wrong, did Qing Feng recognize him?!
Zhuo Qing looked towards Lou Xi Yan for help, his face was actually rarely this
calm and collected, with thoughtful eyes.
What should she do now ah?! Zhuo Qing was on fire, simply not opening her eyes,
did not look at that man who sat at the highest position, faced Dan Yu Lan and lowly
shouted: Still want to examine or not to examine!?
Dan Yu Lan recovered and said: Miss Qing, please.
By passing Dan Yu Lan to walk towards the golden rug, Zhuo Qing lowered her
voice, regretfully narrated: You won!
Dan Yu Lan stared blankly, could not help to force a smile, it looked like he
committed an offense against this Miss Qing today, let her find the opportunity, she
certainly would not let him have an easy time, right! But the Emperor showed a
somewhat provoking thought a moment ago, looking one more time, the palace
eunuch crawled on the ground to clean the wine stained. Yan Hong Tian also already
withdrew his line of sight, picked up another cup of wine again, it seemed that
everything just as if nothing had happened a moment ago.
Zhuo Qing walked to Seventh Princess side, Xu Xun Si looked her up and down,
asked: She is?
This is.. Dan Yu Lan looked at Lou Xi Yan one glance, only then continued to
say once again: Prime Minister Lous relative, she will do a few simple autopsy
methods for the Princess, does Third Prince have any objection?
Prime Minister Lou? This female was very beautiful, but she was wearing an
Imperial bodyguards clothing, her right cheek was damaged, could she really be
Prime Minister Lous relative?
Xu Xun Si looked towards Lou Xi Yan to seek confirmation. Lou Xi Yan

magnanimously got up, walked to Zhuo Qings side, lightly grasped Zhuo Qings
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hand, with the usual gentle smile, affectionately looked at Zhuo Qing and said: She,
was certainly Lou mous madam.
Ah?!
Zhuo Qing was filled with sinister lines, putting on a play also did not need to strive
his hardest like this, ok~
Su Ling stopped holding his wine with his hand for only one moment, then continued
to drink his own wine once again.
Dan Yu Lans face was pondering..
Yan Ru Xuan who was half kneeling on the ground almost fell to the ground, one
pair of eyes straightforwardly were staring at Lou Xi Yan and that female who were
holding hands and standing on the back, when did he have a madam?! Then what
about her? What about her?!
The forehead of the palace eunuch who was pouring wine to the Emperor had a layer
of sweat, his hand also could not control the light trembling, because he was the only
one who saw that the Emperor clenched the wine with a sudden distinct blue veins,
the wine cup that was clenched by him was making a creaking sound.. Madam,
anybody could not just use this word!! The civil and military officials suffered
several excitements again and again tonight. They only heard that the Emperor gifted
a beauty to Prime Minister Lou, when did Prime Minister Lou have a madam?!
Looking at each other, the main hall sank into deathly stillness again.
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Chapter 44: Autopsy Clues (Part 1)
Why did Prime Minister Lou madams complexion like this? This style of her dress?
Also why did she appear inside the main hall? Everything made people doubtful, but
the two people were holding hands at the main hall. Prime Minister Lou was gazing
at the female tenderly, not leaving his gaze for a moment. Even if Xu Xun Sis heart
had more doubt, he also could not question the status of the woman.
Prime Minister Lous madam would do the autopsy for Seventh sister personally,
what could he still say? Xu Xun Si could only answered: Since it is Madam Lou,
Ben wang (I) naturally did not have any objection.
Slowly releasing Zhuo Qings hand, Lou Xi Yans soft voice said: Go, ok, I will
wait for you.
This much gentle and soft expression of him, she still could not bear this!! Zhuo
Qing nodded quickly and walked to Dan Yu Lans side and asked: Where do I
examine?
Dan Yu Lan was just about to open his mouth, Yan Hong Tians impetuous and
overcast voice coldly echoed: Just examine inside the main hall.
Good! Very good! Extraordinarily good! This darn female unexpectedly pretended
not to recognize him!! He wanted to see, how could that woman who was afraid of
a dead rabbit for half a day do an autopsy!
Someone comes, pull the curtain covering veil. Yan Hong Tian faced the palace
eunuch who was at the side and muttered a few sentences, the palace eunuch
hurriedly nodded, hurriedly ran out.
Inside the main hall. to do an autopsy?
The many state officials were choking, but the Emperors capricious way, who
would dare to be so talkative, even Xu Xun Si was also staring blankly and forgetting
to oppose. Reacting after, four palace maids were already holding one block of two
feet tall white raw cotton silk and walking to the main hall. The four people encircled
the corpse of Xu Yan Yun, surrounded in all four directions, but the cloths could
only cover half a persons height, barely enough to cover the corpse that was laying
on the ground.
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This curtain covering veil was a little too short, ok? Everyones heart was wondering,
several palace eunuchs once again held up a pair of light muslin (cotton fabric), eight
people pulled open the light muslin, encircled the four palace maids to cover the
outside of all the four directions, the light muslin was held up above peoples head,
two layers to separate it, they already could not see the corpse that was laying on the
ground.
Zhuo Qing stood outside of the layer upon layer of curtain covering veils, with a
gloomy face, what did they do? This was an autopsy, and not an open masquerade
party, to be able to use this much elegant?
Zhuo Qing impatiently lifted open the first layer of the light muslin, Dan Yu Lans
voice echoed from behind: Miss Qing, please use these.
Zhuo Qing turned around, at Dan Yu Lans side stood one servant, his hand was
carrying a tray, one pair of white gloves and an iron scissor were on it.
She just thought about this problem a moment ago, did not have any medical glove
to use, she was in difficulty concentrating on how to do an autopsy. Picking up the
plain white gloves, soft and tough texture for her satisfaction.
Behind Dan Yu Lan, there was a small table, one servant who dressed as a young
male was holding a pen and paper on his hand, waiting for her.
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows, Dan Yu Lan was indeed hateful, but he was
also a professional, sure enough, everyones success was entirely not without any
reason!
Taking the tray, Zhuo Qing lifted open the light muslin, stepped across about half a
meter of the tall cotton cloth fence, she finally was in close range to look at the
corpse. Half squatting, Zhuo Qing carefully opened Xu Yan Yuns clothing with a
scissor.
The light muslin curtain was down, Zhuo Qings complexion was tranquil and cold,
could not see any trace of fluster. Everyone also knew in the end, why they wanted
to do this two layers of draperies, there was a raw white cotton cloth separation,
nobody could see the corpse that was on the ground, but the thin light muslin
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absolutely could not be used as any barrier, Zhuo Qings every movement could be
seen clearly by everyone at the outside.
After finishing to remove the clothing, Zhuo Qings bright sharp eyes concentratedly
watched in front of the corpse, clearly and slightly cold voice echoed in the main
hall: The females deceased, age between 16 to 22 years, the livor mortis had not
yet appeared and rigor mortis was at an early appearance, time of death was
approximately at half a shichen (1 hour). The deceaseds complexion was blueish
black, eyeballs were protruded, the mouth was slightly opened, mouth, nose, eyes,
all had purplish black bloodstained.
Lightly lifting up the corpse because she formerly used her hands excessively to
exert her own physically and they were stiffed. Looking over afterwards, Zhuo Qing
also turned to examine the feet for the first time, she did not let off every little spot,
after for a very long time, she said: The deceaseds skin presented a mild bluish
green, fingers and fingernails appeared greenish black, two legs and toenails were
mild bluish green. The deceaseds throat had a distinct greenish black stripe,
abdomen looked normal.
Strange, generally, taking poison medicine orally to die, the deceaseds hands, feet
and toenails colors would definitely identical. Moreover if the poison appeared to
surface on the bodys appearance, besides the throat, the esophagus (food pipe) and
the stomach would be the places where the poison stayed for the longest time, so
there should be more obvious appearances that surfaced on the body! Could it be
that the red scarlet worms venom was relatively exceptional? She did not have any
toxicology analysis report on her hand, so troublesome!
No real evidence, Zhuo Qing could only guest in her heart, the hand also did not stay
idle, lightly turning over the corpse, Zhuo Qing concentratedly and carefully
examined the corpses back every tiny spot of the skin afterwards, continued to
answer: The back did not yet appear abnormal, the skins surface did not have any
distinct injury.
Preliminary determination, the snake venoms neurotoxin inhibited the respiratory

center and vascular center, which caused the respiratory and circulatory failure,
cytotoxic (toxic to cells, cell-toxic, cell-killing) caused red blood cell lysis (lysis
refers to the breaking down of the membrane of a cell), tissue necrosis (a form of
cell injury which results in the premature death of cells in living tissue, is caused by
infection, toxins or trauma), resulting in the death of the deceased in a short time.
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But Zhuo Qing always felt somewhat fishy, half squatting next to the deceased, Zhuo
Qing lightly untied the deceaseds hair that was in a high bun, took apart the golden
hairpin on her head, used her ten fingers to extend among the deceaseds hair, pushed
aside the hair a little bit to examine the skull.
Looking at her not speaking for a long time, Xu Xun Si was somewhat impatient and
said: Are you done examining?!
Unfortunately, there was no one who replied to him in the entire main hall,
everyones eyes were rigidly watching attentively at the vague, serious and beautiful
shadow who was inside the light muslin curtain.
Nobody paid attention to him, Xu Xun Si embarrassedly coughed and said: Fine,
since you all finish examining, Ben wang wants to take away Seventh sisters
corpse.
Xu Xun Sis speaking voice had just left, inside the curtain covering veil, the bright
and shiny eyes played across, a clear and colds female voice echoed one more time:
Hold on.
She finally found it..
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Hold on. The clear and colds voice of a female voice echoed one more time, a
touch of bright and shine from Zhuo Qings eyes, carefully lifted open the hair on
the back of the head, Zhuo Qing continued, tranquilly said: There was about an inch
of an upward thread on the deceaseds back of the head bun, discovered a tiny
pincushion wound, the edge of the wound was even, all around the scalp appeared
to be greenish black, there was a little black pus blood that spilled over.
How could the back of the head have a pinhole?
There were trembling discussions sound inside the main hall, and the few people
who were standing next to the curtain covering veil nevertheless remained silent,
each was considering to some extend.
Dan Yu Lan was curious, where did her teacher come from? Looking at her
autopsys steps, narrative and careful examination to the extend of the distinctive
body features, she absolutely did not lose to any outstanding coroner, even him!
Yan Hong Tian was bewildered, the female who was inside the light muslin faced
the corpse with calm and concentration, was she that same beautiful woman whom
he recognized from near the water?! He really recognized the wrong person?! No,
this was impossible! These past years, her appearance often lingered in his mind, he
could not recognize the wrong person! But this person at present, was so strange and
yet she was still full of charms as before!! How many faces did she have in the end?!
Comparing to Yan Hong Tian, there was one more person who was even more
doubtful, that was Qing Ling (the real QF but again at this point nobody knew except
YHT about the identity mixup). The three of them grew up together from childhood,
they learned poem and how to paint together, learned to dance and write in ink
together, but she never knew that she could still do autopsy? Moreover, speaking so
clearly and logically? What was going on after all?!
Lou Xi Yan calmly stood outside of the curtain covering veil, but his mind had not
been put to Zhuo Qing, rather falling into the abnormal expression that Yan Hong
Tian had today, his dark, gloomy, serene and hidden eyes displayed too many
complicated moods. This made Lou Xi Yans heart raised this one kind of a bad
premonition, concerning the Qing familys sisters, surely there was still some other
secrets in this.
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Yan Ru Xuan was staring at the female who was inside the curtain covering veil
without blinking her eyes, her hand was tearing apart the corner of her skirt, she
could feel that her own heart was shaking, but did not understand, whether it was
because of scared or brokenhearted. Why did Yan Gege like the woman who was
fiddling with the corpse? Why did he not choose her? Was it because she did not
have enough courage?! Why. The same person who was sinking and
contemplating was Su Ling who finally laid down the wine cup. This female must
be Qing Feng (again the name was intentionally wrong since nobody really knew
about the mixup yet), right!
Interesting! One tried to assassinate the Emperor, words were sharp, one was an
autopsys expert, extraordinarily calmed. Recalling that one person whom he had
only met once and forgotten at his residence, the Qing familys little sister, he
apparently also had a trace of interest!
Silver needle. The clear and cold of the females voice pulled back everyones
consciousness once again.
One palace maids hand was clasping a wrapping cloth and passing it through the
curtain muslin, she used her hand to deliver the thing to Zhuo Qing.
Zhuo Qing took out one long needle, avoiding the dirty blood that was oozing at the
outside, softly pierced the needle in, she took it out soon, the silver needle changed
to black. Putting down the long needle on her hand, Zhuo Qing calmly analyzed:
The silver needle was entered into the wound and rapidly darkened, clearly reacted
to the poison. According to the location of the wound and the poison characteristic
presented in an open view, I suspected that the cause of death was not poisoned wine,
rather this wound that was on the back of the head, the poisoned wine was merely a
diversion, nothing more.
Xu Xun Si snorted disdainfully, and asked: Simply discovered one pinhole and you
had already concluded like this, was it not rather arbitrary?
What autopsy, basically, Qiong Yue wanted to avoid the responsibility!
Taking off the gloves on her hands, Zhuo Qing walked away from the curtain to
meet Xu Xun Si who had questioning eyes, a clear voice answered: First, every
wound on the deceaseds body is very important, there is a possibility of mortal
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wound, especially in the case like death by poisoning. Second, I have yet to conclude
that this wound on the deceased is deadly, I am rather suspicious, therefore I will
propose to do the next further step in an autopsy.
Zhuo Qings complexion was as usual, not angry, also not uncompromising, the
neither servile nor overbearings answer made Xu Xun Si not knowing what to
response momentarily, Lou Xi Yans woman, sure enough, should not be
underestimated.
How do you want to do the next further step? Yang Hong Tian, the one who always
sat on the high position, and did not let other people to think over, finally said.
Dissection.
Zhuo Qing said tranquilly, a lot of people did not understand her meaning, Dan Yu
Lans brows were already knotted! Lowly sighed and said: You want to cut open
the abdominal cavity to do the examination?
Cut__ open__ abdominal__ cavity__??
All of the people who heard it, understood it this time, gasping of cools voices could
be heard again and again Xu Xun Si was at the end of his anger and said:
Impossible! I will absolutely not tolerate you all to treat my younger sisters body
like that!! Do not push your luck!!
Dan Yu Lan thought about this, and suggested: Can you or can you not use another
method to inspect and verify it, like do the test by pricking the silver needle.
Out of the question. Zhuo Qing shook her head, persistently answered: The
toxicity was already spreading, along with the blood circulation, the deceased had
died a while ago, the muscle on the body and the blood, all already had toxicity,
otherwise it was also unlikely that the whole skin appeared to be mildly bluish green
color. The reaction of the silver needle was very sensitive to the poison, as long as
there was the existence of the venom, it would just turned to black, furthermore could
not proof what caused the fatal death, whether it was due to drinking the poisoned
wine or the pinhole at the back of the head. Depending on several silver needles to
get a conclusion was lacking a rigorous character! She would absolutely never allow
this to happen for her professional career.
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Zhuo Qings voice was just trailing off, Xu Xun Si raised a question again: Since
the whole body is already poisoned now, even if you do this so called dissection,
you can not proof anything either!
Of course, I can proof it. Zhuo Qing was very patience and carefully explained:
Within the snake venom that causes the death of the deceased, there are heart and
kidney that are extremely quick for organ failures and deadly. If taking the poison
orally like a medicine causes the death, because the venom enters from the oral
cavity, in that case, the throat, esophagus especially stomach are where the venom
stays the longest time, the venom will be corroded, there will be distinct injuries in
the internal organs when the venom passes through, maybe even corrosion burn
marks. If the pinhole at the back of the head causes the mortal wound, the venom
just walks through a strip of nerve line, the stomach and esophagus will not have this
particular distinct of marks. Dissection is the obvious way to inspect and verify
which method the poison enters the deceaseds body and causes the fatal death in
the end.
Dan Yu Lan was amazed again that she understood every aspect of the deceaseds
internal organs, but even if she said the truth, in this entire Qiong Yue, cutting open
to examine the corpse like this way, it would also not happen a few times in a year,
after all how many family member could bear this? Sure enough, as he already
anticipated, Xu Xun Si rose in revolt first: No matter what you say, I will absolutely
not let you all touch my younger sisters one hair!
After speaking, Xu Xun Si just lifted open the cloth to enter the curtain covering
veil, one slender hand blocked his body, Xu Xun Si did not understand and looked
over, Zhuo Qings complexion was as usual, but the voice was ice cold and did not
have any warmth, she said: Third Prince, in theory, if your younger sister was not
poisoned by the drinking wine, rather she died because of the needle on the back of
her head, the first person who hurriedly embraced her was you, then there was a
major suspicion, as a suspect, you should not approach the corpse.
You.. You, you are simply repulsive!! Hearing Zhuo Qings words, Xu Xun Si
could not help to be in violent rage in the end.
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You.. You, you are simply repulsive!! Hearing Zhuo Qings words, Xu Xun Si
could not help to be in violent rage in the end, accompanied by the roaring emotion,
Xu Xun Sis tall and thin silhouette approached Zhuo Qing: Ridiculous!! How can
I harm my own bloods younger sister?!
Zhuo Qing only felt her shoulder was warm, Lou Xi Yan lightly pushed her body to
the side, his distinct clear and sleeks voice echoed on the side of her ear: Third
Prince, please calm down.
Xu Xun Si took a deep breath, pressed down his unhappy heart, was unwilling to
take part in any open conflict with Lou Xi Yan, turned his back and held his hand to
stand, his tone was incomparably unyielding: In short, she is already dead, you all
want to do this cruel thing to her, make her suffer this kind of humiliation, she also
can not be peaceful after death, Ben wang will absolutely not agree!
The atmosphere was deadlocked for a time, Dan Yu Lans honest face, appeared to
be rarely anxious in the end, Princess was or was not dead because of the pinhole on
the back of her head after all, everything was still merely her guess. If we could not
move forward one step in doing the examination of the corpse, just could not inspect
and verify. But Third Princes attitude was firm, they also could not do the dissection
by force, after all, a Princess from one country already died, how was this be good?!
Zhuo Qing turned around to look one glance at the body behind the light muslin
covering veil, she recalled that persons unforgettable beautiful dance, looked at her
laying down on the ice cold floor, she already began to gradually become stiffed and
her vagues beautiful image. Zhuo Qing softly pushed away Lou Xi Yans hand that
protected her, he was puzzled by her expression, she went towards Xu Xun Si.
She stood in front of Xu Xun Si, refusing to acknowledge his disgusted expression
towards her, Zhuo Qing pointed at the curtain covering veil, coldly narrated: Your
younger sisters death was not normal, in other words, it was caused by somebody,
she died unjustly, the murderer however, could get away with it. This kind of death
for her would be humiliating, you would let her die with remaining grievances, she
would not be peaceful. Autopsy or dissection of the corpse, it was not being
disrespectful and insulting to the deceased, contrary to that, it was rather to help her.
Speaking that she wished to say some words, she used her body to tell you, why she
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died! And as her elder brother, you were not protecting her now, rather you
prevented her to speak the truth about her death!
The indifferent voice was not passionate, but enough to let everybody in the main
hall listened to it clearly, and also at this time, did not know whether it was a
coincidence or there was really a somewhat supernatural being that was speaking,
Zhuo Qings speaking voice hardly finished, a sudden burst of cold wind came to
attack from the gate into the main hall, the whole rows of candle flame that were on
the two sides of the main hall along the long golden rug were extinguished, the only
candle flames that had not been extinguished were the ones located on the second
layer platform where the corpse was, the light muslin covering veil was also blown
away violently by the wind!
The sudden situation that came, made many palace maids scare to hold their heads,
tightly closed their eyes, the Empress complexion was also scarily pale, her fingers
were uncontrollably trembling slightly. Those so called cabinet ministers, there were
also many who were scarily shivering.
Everyone was fearful incessantly at the main hall, Zhuo Qing just stood there with a
cold complexion, she was actually in a daze, what was this situation?! She had done
autopsies for many years, she had heard about this bizarre thing, but she had never
experienced this on her own. She was an atheist, only believed in science, believed
evidences. Even if there was really any demon or ghost that died unjustly, she did
not dare to make a false and unwarranted declaration to put excessive fear in this
environment, but also was not in fear if they appeared acting up. She would carry
her knife down to all of the corpses with unknown cause of deaths, how could they
attack her once again after she was acting as their redress of injustices for the people.
The extremely cold wind that was bursting had passed, the tranquility was once again
restored very quickly in the main hall, but everybodys complexion was entirely not
serene, especially Xu Xun Si. His handsome face was slightly white, brows were
even more profound and tangled together, eyes were staring at the delicate image
who was inside the light muslin thin covering veil, expression was complicated.
Dan Yu Lan turned towards Zhuo Qing to send one meaningful glance, this time
would be the best opportunity to persuade the Third Prince. Zhuo Qing immediately
looked at him without doing it excessively, passing through that chaos just a moment
ago, everyone looked at her with incomparable strange expressions. Zhuo Qing was
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no longer speak intelligently, she was a forensic investigator, was not a fake fortune
teller, she already finished talking on whatever words she ought to say.
Zhuo Qing completely ignored him, Dan Yu Lan had no choice, could only advance
on his own, stood behind Xu Xun Si, lowly said: The death of the Seventh Princess
was a sorrowful matter for both Qiong Yue and Bei Qi. We can investigate and find
out the cause of death and give the Princess a justice. This is the most important
matter now, Third Prince, please consider it.
Xu Xun Si was silent for a long time afterwards, he still had a firm attitude to oppose
a moment ago, it seemed to change in the end, powerlessly waving his hands, sighed
and said: Do the examination, ok.
Zhuo Qing rolled her eyes, it seemed that the supernatural beings were still more
convincing than speaking in the ancient times! She should really express gratitude
at the unfathomable muster of the chilly wind. Turning around to lift opened
the thin curtain, Zhuo Qings incomparably and naturally instructed Dan Yu Lan to
prepare the equipments for the dissection: Dan Yu Lan, I need three different
dimension of sharp blades, one small scissor, several strips of clean handkerchiefs
and several porcelain bowls, needle and thread, one basin of drinking water. In
addition, a new pair of gloves. The circumstances here could only have these kinds,
put up with it, ok.
Can you do the examination? Dan Yu Lan who was behind her was really
frightened at this time, there were no more than ten coroners in the whole Qiong Yue
who could cut open the abdominal cavity for an autopsy like this. And she was a
female, unexpectedly could also do it?!
Zhuo Qing turned around, she personally did not think that dissecting was a strange
matter, she did several times everyday before, naturally, there was no way to
understand Dan Yu Lans surprise, softly shrugged her shoulder, indifferently
answered: If you want to personally examine her, you can, I am only a spectator.
She had never seen the people from the ancient times on how they would do
dissection, and the dissection of the modern times had a big disparity, she could
compare it carefully.
She still wanted to be ____ a spectator?!!
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Zhuo Qing said randomly, but did not know that a group of older men heard the
sinister lines, strictly speaking, this was dissecting a corpse now, this was a reeling
of blood and terrible thing even for men, and her face became exhilarated (in high
spirit), their common aspiration only for her this time Was she or was she not a
woman after all?
Zhuo Qing automatically ignored them again, entering the middle of the curtain
covering veil, she turned her body to caution: I personally propose a dissections
time when there is the closest next of kin and at least one higher level than the official
position of your staff to supervise, in order to be conspicuous and fair.
Her thinking was actually very considerate, but within the whole entire main hall,
the position who was higher than his high position was only a few, who would wish
to supervise!? Dan Yu Lan secretly sighed in his heart, but he had never thought,
that Yan Hong Tian who was sitting at the high position suddenly said in a loud
voice: Good! In order to show fairness, Zhen will personally supervise.
Yan Hong Tians speaking voice was off, a group of state officials were frightened,
one another was falling on the ground: The Emperor, please consider it three
times!
The Empress finally recovered, urgently said: The Emperor, this is a matter of blood
contamination, extremely filthy for the Dragons body, you must consider it three
times ah.
Extremely filthy?! Zhuo Qing frowned, she had a bit more disgusted with this
Empress, she would be best prayed secretly for a natural death for herself so she did
not need to experience this extremely filthys dissection!
Yan Hong Tian had a trace of hesitation as well, not because of the Empress
mediation and a group of state officials who were kneeling. He suddenly got up, tall
and straight silhouette that carried an overbearing and overtaxing atmosphere was
walking towards Zhuo Qing immediately. He wanted to see until when she could
still play this role!
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That high status person with complete majestic presence carried on the overbearing
and overtaxing atmosphere was coming towards Zhuo Qing straightforwardly. Zhuo
Qing welcomed his dark and gloomy eyes, also could no longer evade, he rushed to
come for Qing Feng, right? If he liked the Qing familys three sisters, why did he
not keep and use all of them, still wanted to give them away. Now that he gave the
sisters away, it seemed like the other people would owe him.
She unexpectedly dared to stare at him?! Very good, her courage increased after not
seeing her for three years!
Walking in front of Zhuo Qing, Yan Hong Tian suddenly said: You are the one who
has suggested to do the dissection, we will just follow you, Official Dan will only
provide an assistance to you. (YHT actually used these characters to call DYL,
, -Dan -qin (relative) -jia (family). Ill keep the Official Dan for
consistency). He still wanted to see what additional progress did she have for these
last three years!
Dan Yu Lan was worry and looked at Zhuo Qing for one glance, only saw her
indifferent appearance, Dan Yu Lan answered: Yes.
Yan Hong Tian and Zhuo Qing were having contest with their expressions, Lou Xi
Yans gentle voice echoed timely: The Emperor, Chen is worry that she will be
nervous, not sure if it is possible or not to allow Chen to enter along?
Yan Hong Tians eyes flashed through a trace of displeasure, but before he could
answer, there was a distinct mutter echoing: Chen has not seen this type of
dissection autopsy either, also wishes to increase my knowledge, does not know if it
is possible or not? Once these words came out, everybody was smiling again, what
was up with today? The always grim and silents General Su was also following to
join in the fun ah?
Covered by Su Lings pair of cold eagle eyes that were looking at him, Xu Xun Si
felt even more pressure, the general who was always victorious in the battlefield, his
imposing manner was really out of the ordinary. Thinking on how he should turn it
down, Hu Xi Ang who was on the back took the initiative to talk, removed his
awkwardness: General Sus words were heavy, although the Princess had just
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passed away, she was still a female after all, afraid that it would be extremely
inconvenient, ok.
Zhuo Qing turned over to roll her eyes, autopsy was not a show anyway, what did
they want to look at!! Pointing at the two men who looked eager and interested,
coldly leaving a sentence: The two of you are not allowed to go in, if you want to
see, just see from the outside of covering veil.
Hurry up to start. Bringing up the subject, Zhuo Qing took the lead to open the
muslin curtain first and went inside.
Dan Yu Lan softly lifted the muslin curtain, Yan Hong Tian lifted his steps to enter,
Xu Xun Si was soon after, Hu Xi Ang also wanted to follow in, but Dan Yu Lan
blocked his path, curled his mouth. Hu Xi Ang was standing close to the curtain and
could still faintly see the corpse on the ground.
Lou Xi Yan looked one glance at Su Ling who was next to him, he was under the
impression that he would return to his seat, who would have thought, he
unexpectedly was just like himself that he had decided to stand outside of the curtain
covering veil to watch the situation inside with great interest.
Looking at the three people who had already decided to stand, Zhuo Qing put on the
gloves and inspected the equipments, while asking: We can start, ok?
The corpse on the ground was laying down stiffly, the skin was completely greenish
black, the eyes sticked out, she was not beautiful at all, it could be said. No one
would look at this kind of corpse and would still have other ideas, one could just feel
frightful and ferocious, she could still manage to act this naturally, quietly as usual,
Yan Hong Tians heart somewhat admired her.
Slowly nodded, Yan Hong Tian answered: Begin, ok.
Zhuo Qing placed the knife under the deceaseds throat first, slowly went down to
the thoracic cavity, the measurement was not very big, the bleeding volume was not
a lot but the smell reeking of blood still filled the entire main hall instantly. Looking
at the persons thoracic cavity that was cut open in front of him, Xu Xun Si felt a
sense of nausea came up, the person who was laying on the ground was not another
person, but his sister. He looked away for several times, he could not continue to
look anymore.
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From the start to finish, Zhuo Qing was entirely focused on doing the matter that
should be done, while dissecting, she was also explaining clearly, in order to be
recorded. Just the same as the countless autopsies that she had done in the past.
The inside of the deceaseds thoracic cavity accumulated a little bit of fluid, the
color was dark red, the surface of both the pleural cavities (part of thorax that
contains lung) and the chest wall were sticked together, thymus (lymphoid organ).
Each thoracic organs was normal. The heart clearly dilated, the color of myocardium
(the middle and thickest layer of the heart wall) was dark black, the presence of
phenomenon stem, aorta wall was smooth, coronary artery was extremely hard, the
inner membrane of heart was bleeding a little, myocardium was stiffed, left and right
ventricle (heart) muscles were swelling, kidney was greenish black, enveloped
membrane skin exfoliation. Pair of lungs were shrinking, the surface appeared to be
brown with red blood spots, the section color was dark black.
A clear and colds female voice echoed inside the main hall, and the reeking smell
of blood, was somewhat frightening, not unexpectedly, Zhuo Qing heard several
sounds of vomiting, very normal, not everybody could bear it.
If she could do one spinal cord and cell in the laboratory test to look at the follicle
and bone marrow to see the extend of the changes, that would be better, Zhuo Qing
sighed one more time, did not have any equipment was extremely inconvenient.
Zhuo Qings heart was silently cursing, just in time to prepare to examine the
respiratory tract, a pair of pure white gloves were handed over to the side of her
body: Exchange the gloves, be careful with the poison within the blood.
Zhuo Qing raised her eyes to look, it was Dan Yu Lan who handed over the gloves
to her, his eyes immediately were watching at the corpse on the ground attentively.
Zhuo Qing was familiar with his eyes that were heating up, the time when she just
started working, she was also like this excited with regards to every learning
experience. It seemed that the opportunity to do dissection was not too many for
him.
Dan Yu Lans heart beat rapidly, he had done many dissection autopsies on his own,
but the examination this time was so meticulous, it was also his first time, moreover,
her technique and level understanding towards the corpse were absolutely above
him, he must ask her where she learned and who was her teacher in the end!!
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Zhuo Qing exchanged the gloves over, continued doing the matter, but her
movement was slower this time, every step was strived to let Dan Yu Lan to see it
clearly. The deceaseds esophagus mucous membrane did not have corrosion and
bleeding appearance, stomach content was rare, mucous membrane sticked together
a little, stomach wall was not bleeding, necrosis, perforation and other changes, did
not have abnormal odor.
Switching to another knife, Zhuo Qing placed the knife on the cranial cavity side
once again, continued to say: Multiple hematoma within the cranial cavity, because
of the pinhole that was at the center, muddy color (blood color), smelled fishy.
Examination was practically completed, Zhuo Qing finally raised her head, looked
towards the three different looking men and said: The deceaseds heart, lung,
kidney were corroded by poison clearly, I could determine that the deceased was
poisoned to death. Esophagus, stomach and other organs did not appear to have any
trace of venom corrosion, the wine that she drank was not poisonous. The lead cause
of her death was the wound at the back of her head, the venom passed through the
pincushion and directly entered into blood circulation, causing a myocardium
paralysis within a short time, kidneys failure and died. Is there any objection?
No. Dan Yu Lan responded first, Yan Hong Tian only nodded coldly, he was
really shocked with her performance a moment ago, she had really changed in the
three years time. Xu Xun Si hurriedly nodded afterwards, could not stand it anymore
and dashed to go out.
No objection, then she could stop working! Once again neglecting them, Zhuo Qing
began to suture the cut conscientiously, Yan Hong Tians expression looked at her
one glance complicatedly, not saying anything, he came out of the curtain covering
veil. Dan Yu Lan also followed closely from behind to go out of the curtain covering
veil.
Yan Hong Tian returned to the Dragon Throne, the Empress was frightened and
biting her lips tightly, her breath was unstable. Yan Hong Tians brows slightly
knitted and he lowly snorted: You are afraid, then return to the palace.
The Empress recovered with great difficulty, tremblingly answered: Chenqie.

Chenqie is ok. (Chenqie is the same as I when the empress or concubine addresses
themselves when speaking with the emperor).
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With disgusting and vicious heart, Yan Hong Tian turned his line of sight, and
looked down at the pale complexion of Xu Xun Si, with a cold voice, asked: Third
Prince, since the Princess did not drink the poison wine from my Qiong Yue, rather
it was someone who used a pincushion to hit the back of her head, what did you want
to say?
After seeing the scene inside that curtain a moment ago, Xu Xun Sis inner heart had
not yet calmed down, Yan Hong Tian asked this question, made him also unable to
ask a question with a cold voice: The Qiong Emperors meaning was that this small
Prince killed my own younger sister!?
Whether or not it was the Third Prince, of course, it would still necessary to
continue the investigation, but the Third Prince was the most likely person to commit
the murder at the present time..
Yan Hong Tian had not yet finished his words, inside the curtain covering veil, Zhuo
Qing was looking at the thing that she just found out on her own just a moment ago,
with somewhat surprise and somewhat sighings voice, she faintly said: He should
be the least likely person to commit the murder.
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A serene and colds female voice interrupted his words, Yan Hong Tians
complexion was dark, did this woman really want to set herself against him?! She
was obviously the one who made the conclusion on her own just a moment ago, and
yet, she said that Xu Xun Si could not be the murderer now!?
Dan Yu Lan believed what Zhuo Qing would say, she had her own reason, but the
Emperors displeasure was already placed on his face, Dan Yu Lan immediately
asked: Since the pincushion that entered the back of the head was deadly to the
deceased, it was the Third Prince who approached the Princess a moment ago, why
did you say that he was the least likely person to commit the murder?
Lifting up the muslin curtain, Zhuo Qing held a porcelain plate and came out, used
her hand to pass on the stuff to Dan Yu Lan, Zhuo Qing answered: Because during
the time that I sutured the brain cut, I found this. At first, she believed that the
wound on the back of the head was where the pincushion was directly entered by the
murderer and stayed behind, as it turned out, it was not at all.
This was Dan Yu Lan looked towards the porcelain plate, there was one root
that was slightly thicker than a hair on the plate, one black thread that was
approximately about an inch in length, carefully distinguished it for a long time, Dan
Yu Lan hesitatingly said: This was the silver needle?
Xu Xun Si was also curious to look at it, this stuff would appear to resemble like a
contaminated silver string.
Zhuo Qing nodded her head and asked: Who has this capability to come near so
close to the deceased, could hold this thin silver needle and prick about an inch of it
into the back of her head, without injuring her skull?
Looking all the way around the main hall, Zhuo Qing held her vision to stop at Su
Ling, because there would be nobody who could compare to this General in martial
arts within this main hall, right.
Dan Yu Lan took the silver plate and carried it to Su Ling, Su Ling only looked one
glance, without even knitting his brows, candidly answered: I can not do it.
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Zhuo Qing shrugged her shoulder, she did not have any false explanation, even this
General Su could not do it, Xu Xun Si was even more impossible to accomplish it.
If he was using a concealed weapon to injure the Princess, it was even more
unnecessary for him to run away quickly to avoid suspicion because Xu Yan Yun
would undoubtedly die from the poison injection.
Her excessive confidence in herself appeared extraordinarily dazzling! Yan Hong

Tian overbearingly asked: So do you know who the murderer is?
I do not know. Zhuo Qing replied straightforwardly: The only thing I can do is
an autopsy, not solving a case, next is his task. She was only a forensic investigator,
had never believed that she herself was omnipotent, the important general calmly
admitted that he was not capable, what was she afraid of.
Zhuo Qing retreated behind Lou Xi Yans long table, wanted to sit and rest for a
moment, but the hidden bitterness of somebodys vision was watching her tightly
and attentively. Zhuo Qings back was cool, she forgot that there was still Princess!
Feeling reluctant to return to her old own place which was next to Mo Bais side to
stand, and leaning against the pillar, Zhuo Qing was minding her own business by
massaging her legs, she did not pay any attention to the main hall where there were
still a group of people who were at a loss.
Lou Xi Yan shook his head and broke into laughter, she did not know that being so
laid back like this, other people would seem to look like she was a brash?! Softly
coughing, Lou Xi Yan faintly smiled and said: If you want to find the murderer, it
is actually not difficult. Official Dan should already think who the murderer is. This
sentence was successful to attract everyones attention to Dan Yu Lan.
This person really held a grudge, he only let his woman to come out to be in the
limelight for a while! Dan Yu Lan clenched his teeth and answered: Prime Minister
Lou is really flattering this small official.
Fortunately he really had a suspect in his heart, Dan Yu Lans was holding the
porcelain plate, a pair of sharp eyes swept across everyone, a clear and brights voice
echoed in the inside of the main hall: If you want to use this thin silver needle to
shoot the Princess in front of a packed civil and military ranking officers, the
murderers hand must have a concealed weapon to assist him, and he is surely still
inside the main hall.
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Who was it in the end?
This was everyones question in their hearts, in all cases, the trembling sound like
there was thousands of mosquitos buzzing sounds, listening to it felt agitated, also
could not clearly hear what they were talking about.
Dan Yu Lan walked to Hu Xi Angs side, with a cold voice asked: The wine that
the Princess drank did not have poison, from when the Princess put down the cup
until she died, only General Hu was the one who touched the wine cup. Could you
or could you not explain it, the wine that was on your hand, why would the test come
out to be poisonous?
What was the meaning of your words!? Hu Xi Ang faced Dan Yu Lan, stamped
with fury, cursed and said: How could I know why the wine would have poison, if
the murderer could murder the Princess from a distance, it was also possible that he
could put poison from a distance. Bringing about the false appearance that the
Princess drank a deadly poison wine, I was only anxious to know the Princess cause
of death so took that cup of wine, nothing more! This way you just determined that
I was the murderer? It was rather too much of a trifling matter, right!
General Hus words were actually reasonable, in this way, the determination was
indeed a somewhat trifling matter. Dan Yu Lan looked towards his wrist, pretended
to be puzzled, he asked: In that case, General Hu, whether or not you can say it, the
stuff that you always carry on your wrist, where is it now?
Hu Xi Angs bracelet on his hand was very special, he was paying attention in the
beginning to the end, but that stuff was completely gone for no reason after finding
the silver thread, this was very strange, right?!
Dan Yu Lan was obviously suspected Hu Xi Ang, Xu Xun Si already felt it, but he
did not say anything, Hu Xi Angs back slightly raised and stared blankly, his
expression was dark.
A moment later, he took out about an inch wide bracelet that was embedded with
previous gems on the top from an embroidered pouch on his waist, unhurriedly
answered: My mother left this remnant for me, but it was only an ordinary bracelet,
nothing more. In our Bei Qi, the bracelet is a symbol of wealth if a man wears it.
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The Third Prince also wears a bracelet on his hand, this is not that strange, I only put
the bracelet in the pouch to save it a moment ago, nothing more.
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows, this man was rather complicated, his
behavior looked like an impertinent man a moment ago, but he looked very calm
now.
If it was really that simple, why did he want to conceal it? Dan Yu Lan, with a heavy
voice asked: Is it possible to lend it to me so I can look.
Here it is. Using his hand to pass on the stuff to Dan Yu Lan, Hu Xi Angs face
was calm and indifferent.
Taking the thin bracelet and looking at it, the wristband was very delicate, both the
inside and outside had a thin slender fine thread and secret small crack, the bracelet
had a little thickness, the feel was rather heavy. Using this as a concealed weapon
was also not impossible, lightly pressing the top part of the precious stone, he did
not find any peculiar. Trying to push the top of the precious stone, the embed was
also very firm, he also did not find any mechanism that could stick out or cave in all
around the bracelet.
Hu Xi Ang with a cold face, shouted: Did you look enough, return it to me.
Was it really not him? Dan Yu Lan sinked to ponder one more time, there was not a
lot of people on the second layer of the main hall, the person who could be near the
wine cup was even less. He also did not find any other silver thread on the cup or
any suspicious stuff, so it was possible that Hu Xi Ang took advantage to pick up
the wine cup to put the poison at that time.
But what stuff did he use as the concealed weapon after all? If the bracelet was the
concealed weapon, how could he prove it?!
Could it really be no other way?!
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Who was the murderer after all?
When all is said and done, this bracelet was or was not the murder weapon?! This
bracelet did not have any unusual condition at the moment, how could he prove that
it was the concealed weapon?
Dan Yu Lan was still holding the bracelet, sinking into a deep thought, Dan Yu Lan
kept silent. Hu Xi Ang raised his cold eyes, also did not say anything, was only
urgently anxious to get back his bracelet.
Zhuo Qing was massaging her somewhat sore legs due to her crouching during
autopsy a moment ago. Other people might think that she seemed to not paying
attention but was actually chatting with Mo Bai, only her voice was somewhat loud:
I remember that you say the red scarlet worms poison is Qiong Yue countrys
distinctive poison, and it is not the same as any other poison, is it right?
Mo Bai faintly perceived that Zhuo Qing already thought of a way, he responded to
answer: Yes.
Zhuo Qing shrugged her shoulder, looking at Hu Xi Angs complexion that was
already changed slightly, and said: So in this way, even if you are unable to solve
that the bracelet is the concealed weapon, as long as you can prove that the bracelet
has the quantity of red scarlet worms poison that is sufficient to be a mortal poison
to kill someone, General Hu only needs to explain properly.
That was right, ah! The murderer chose this special poison in order to entrap Qiong
Yue, this unique and unmatched nature would also be easier to expose itself at the
same time. He only thought about finding the concealed weapon, in fact, he could
also start from the venom! Looking at the bracelet that was on his hand one glance,
Dan Yu Lan brightly called out: Someone comes, bring up a basin of fresh water.
Yes.
Very quickly, a palace maid came to bring a basin of fresh water, Dan Yu Lan
erected a silver needle to enter the water, did not have any change, continued on to
lightly throw the bracelet into the water. Soon, the thin bracelets dense texture,
slowly exuded a faint red trace, very quickly blended into the water, and the silver
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white long needle that was in the water, also changed into black slowly, a faint fishy
smell exactly like the smell from the poisonous wine cup.
Taking the basin softly to push it in front of Hu Xi Ang, Dan Yu Lan coldly said:
General Hu can explain this, why does the bracelet that you wear have the red
scarlet worms poison, you will not say that the wine splashes it up, right? He did
not believe that he would use this clumsy excuse to provide an explanation.
Hu Xi Angs complexion was somewhat white, but did not appear to be panic, also
did not explain, tranquilly answered: This matter is already so far, I have nothing
to explain properly.
He admitted it?! But what was the motive? He would not kill somebody without no
cause or reason, right, nevertheless, it was his own countrys Princess!
Evidently, this question, Xu Xun Si was the most anxious to know, casting an angry
look at Hu Xi Ang, Xu Xun Si severely reprimanded and asked: Why did you do
it, if Qiong Yue and Bei Qi become enemies, what would you benefit?! The Old
General Hu (Hu Xi Angs father), for all his life, for the country and the people,
sacrificed himself for the sworn brotherhood. You did this way, how could you let
him down?!
You, shut up, you all, Xus family did not have any qualification to mention my
fathers name!! The original tranquil and intellects Hu Xi Ang suddenly looked
like he was exposed a little, Xu Xun Sis words stabbed Hu Xi Angs most sensitive
heart like a bow string. Hu Xi Ang pressed on towards Xu Xun Si, his tall and and
sturdy figure, pair of red eyes that showed anger, made Xu Xun Si a little frightened
and retreated one step.
Staring to look at Xu Xun Si, somewhat sneering, somewhat unwilling, filing more
with heart filled with rage and hatred, Hu Xi Ang raised his voice and said: My
father was too pedantic, did not agree to form an alliance with Di Nu, insisted to
serve the court, insisted on this so called bond, what was the outcome? He fought Di
Nu for a length of time, what did you all, this hypocritical royal family do? You did
not send a reinforcement, cut army provisions, made him suffer under the enemy,
finally died tragically under the enemys arrows. This was precisely what you were
saying about sacrificing oneself for the brotherhood, you all only knew about civil
wars, could only criticize the court, in spite of the peoples suffering, regardless of
the soldiers who labored, absolutely unworthy of my fathers loyalty and devotion.
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Xu Xun Sis brows tightly wrinkled together, did not dare to believe and asked: So
you deliberately killed Seventh younger sister, destroyed the alliance between Bei
Qi and Qiong Yue, both countries became enemies, and would also let Bei Qi suffer
under the enemy?
You were correct, I just wanted to look at you alls near death appearances!! The
best way was to let you all experience the feeling when the arrows pierced through
your heart!! Hu Xi Ang was on the verge of being mad when he laughed heartily,
his entire body was full of hatred, made all of the people were frightened and
unconsciously gasping.
Hu Xi Angs madness made people had this bad premonition, Yan Hong Tians clear
voice shouted: Somebody comes, hold Hu Xi Ang in temporary custody.
No need to be inconvenient. His laughter finally stopped, carrying a hoarse voice,

Hu Xi Ang seemed to be somewhat exhausted, faintly sighed and said: Nothing
more, the matter already fell through and was exposed, I would just accompany my
tough characters old man (his father) properly.
Still speaking, he picked up the silver needle that was inside the basin with his hand,
faced his own temple (on his head), he ferociously pierced the needle in it
Everything happened so fast, the moment everybody reacted, his tall silhouette
already collapsed in the main hall.
Dan Yu Lan hurriedly went to look over, only saw him twitching almost after he
went down, unexpectedly was also motionless, complexion showed greenish black,
hand and foot were stiffed, the two eyes were protruding outside.
Dan Yu Lan slowly got up, lowly answered: He is dead.
There was another one that was dead?!
No one would have thought that holding a welcoming reception dinner would turn
like this in the end.
Su Lings eyes flashed through a touch of sadness, he had met the Old General Hu,
also completely admired his personal character. Hu Xi Ang did not understand,
maybe Bei Qis royal family was really unworthy of the loyalty and devotion, but
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the Old General Hu protected not only Bei Qis royal family, even more so, he
protected Bei Qis common people.
The party delegation of three people, unexpectedly he was the only one left at the
moment, Xu Xun Si only felt sorrowful and humiliated, for himself and for Bei Qi.
Deeply breathing, Xu Xun Si suddenly half kneeling, in a low voice requested: This
kind of matter that happened today was really Bei Qis sorrowful, as a result, it
became a misunderstanding. Requesting Qiongs Emperor to permit me to take the
remains of these two people back to Bei Qi.
Lightly raising his hands, Yan Hong Tian did not embarrass him more, clearly said:
Granted. Somebody comes, send off the Third Prince to return to the post house.
Official Dan, I will hand over the matter here to you.
Yes.
Yan Hong Tian finished talking, soon after, hurriedly got up, taking large steps to
walk out of the palace hall, he had not looked one glance at Zhuo Qing again from
the start to finish. Zhuo Qing was breathing relaxingly, Yan Hong Tian towards her,
wrong, towards Qing Feng, seemed to reveal all kind of moodiness, showed that they
surely had some entanglements between them, and she did not want herself to get
caught up into this tangled situation.
Zhuo Qing raised her eyes to look towards a not far away place in the direction of
Qing Ling once again, but only saw the three palace eunuchs who were looking after
her before, there was no Qing Lings shadow inside the main hall for a long time.
Could it be that the Empress took her away?! Zhuo Qing was somewhat anxious, but
after thinking it again, even if the Empress really took her away, what could she do
anyway? Unconsciously, Zhuo Qings gaze changed direction to Lou Xi Yan, just
in time to bump into Princess Chao Yuns tearful eyes unexpectedly, her misty eyes
were concentrated with deep emotion and hidden bitterness. Zhuo Qing could not
help to frown her eyebrows, she could not become somebodys imaginary enemy,
withdrawing her line of sight, Zhuo Qing avoided Lou Xi Yan to walk towards the
outside of the palace hall.
Just before Zhuo Qing passed him, he stuck his shoulder and her hand was captured,
slightly cool sensation, did not need to think, she already knew it was him, not
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waiting until Zhuo Qing turned her head around, a gentle whisper next to her ear
echoed: Go to the chariot and wait for me first, I will come in a moment.
His voice was just barely fading, Zhuo Qing did not need to turn around, she could
already feel that scorching stare behind her.
She could not go out of the palace on her own anyway, if she did not wait outside
for him, where could she still go? He was surely doing this on purpose!! Fortunately,
he already released her hand that was pulled by him, Zhuo Qing lazily obtained his
nonsense, as to save her explanation in the eyes of other peoples conspicuous
thinking to deny his philandering way.
Zhuo Qing walked confidently and at ease, Yan Ru Xuans heart was nevertheless
aching, looking at Lou Xi Yan who was still gazing at that womans face. Yan Ru
Xuan heard her own voice and trembled: Do you like her?
Lou Xi Yan turned back his head, only faintly answered: The time is not early
anymore, Princess should return to the palace early to rest, ok.
Do you like her? She must know today!! This many years, she had already had
enough of this lukewarm treatment!
His eyes did not appear to have great waves, Lou Xi Yan was still as before, faintly
said: Chen has already said inside the main hall a moment ago, she is Chens
madam.
Clenching her fist, Yan Ru Xuan did not look like her old habit that would choose
to escape first, choked with sobs, Yan Ru Xuan insisted on asking: I only ask you,
whether or not you like her?! She did not care about any madam, any status, she
only wanted to know who he liked in his heart in the end?!
In front of the tear stained face of a beautiful girl, Lou Xi Yans hand moved, slowly
dropped again, only concisely answered with one word: Yes.
Yes..
Yan Ru Xuans brain was blank for a split second.
He said yes?!
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The person that he liked, was not her..
When he had not had any sweetheart at that time, she could deceive herself, that he
still liked her, but now, how could she still deceive herself?!
What should she do? She really really liked him ah? She liked him for a long time,
during the flower fall season, his very soft smile on his face, as feathery light smile
that captured her heart, from that time it was not hers anymore, what did she want to
do now??
Yan Ru Xuans expression was sluggish, Lou Xi Yan was somewhat concerned, she
was a good girl but too frail. This was why, for many years, he had always been
abided by a ruler and ministers etiquette, estranged and indifferent, but he did not
dare to speak forthrightly about the reason to her.
Yan Ru Xuan suddenly turned around, slowly advanced to walk out of the palace
hall, as if an absent mindeds zombie, made Lou Xi Yan unable to bear not to follow
her.
Inside the main hall, the people were already scattered and left, at the gate of the
palace hall, the Princesss personal maid approached. Lou Xi Yan also stopped his
footsteps, following Yan Ru Xuan with his eyes and saw her get further apart
gradually. On the other side, Zhuo Qings inpatient voice was heard to say: Who
are you?
Lou Xi Yan raised his eyes to look, blocking her path was the Emperors personal
chamberlain, Gao Jin.
Walking to Zhuo Qings side, Lou Xi Yan protected her on his back, pretended to
be puzzled, he asked: Gao gonggong, what is the matter?
Gao Jin cupped his hands to give courtesy, lowly answered: The Emperor has
announced that Prime Minister Lou and Miss Qing to enter the palace hall.
There was no end to this!! Zhuo Qings face was black, she was extremely tired,
what kind of words that could not be said for another day?!
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Asking him and her together? Not likely, right, if really intended to ask him, why
did Gao Jin go straight to Qing Feng. Based on his understanding to the Emperor,
he would not be willing to let go of this matter, but he did not expect it to be this
quick.
Lou Xi Yan did not perform an in depth investigation, raised his head gracefully and
smiled lightly, answered: Then I will ask to trouble Gao gonggong to lead the way.
I dare not accept the honor. Gao Jin took along the two people together to walk
out of the main hall.
Zhuo Qings face revealed irritability, Lou Xi Yan leisurely and quietly comforted
and said: Be at ease, we are merely facing the Emperor, nothing more, you have
me.
How could she be at ease ah, Zhuo Qing had some suffering words, the crucial
problem was___________ she was not Qing Feng ah. She originally did not know
what kind of relationship Qing Feng and that frenetic and overbearing man
had..
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Zhuo Qing sinked into her own thought with Lou Xi Yan who was walking by her
side, Lou Xi Yan had a normal appearance, Gao Jin lowered his head, covered up
the complicated radiance on his eyes. Taking the two people to bypass the main hall
towards the inner palace hall, zigzagging for a long way around afterwards, the three
people stopped in front of the smaller main hall. There were candle flames inside the
palace hall, nevertheless, the gate of the palace hall was closed tightly.
Zhuo Qing raised her eyes to look but unexpectedly she saw Qing Ling who
disappeared from the main hall, she was looked after by an Imperial bodyguard. Two
peoples eyes met for a moment, she saw a lot of doubts in Qing Lings eyes but she
did not know how to explain either, because she was originally not the younger sister
whom she was familiar with.
The Emperor has an Imperial decree to announce that Qing Ling to enter the palace
hall. Gao Jins voice did not sound like the ordinary sharp palace eunuchs voice.
Qing Ling looked deeply at her one glance afterwards, advanced to walk
immediately and unlatched the door of the palace hall. Zhuo Qing was still puzzled
at that complicated glance that her eyes revealed a moment ago. Suddenly, there was
a sound of a porcelain that was being smashed from inside the palace hall.
She and Lou Xi Yan stood outside of the palace hall on the pavement laid with
flagstones, from the far distance, they could not hear what was said from the inside,
but the loud sound from inside was already enough to show that the atmosphere was
absolutely grave.
Zhuo Qing was worried for Qing Ling, the door was opened suddenly from the
inside, Qing Ling was supported by Gao Jin to come out, her body did not appear to
have any injury, just her complexion was white that could scare people. Handing
over Qing Ling to the Imperial bodyguard to look after, Gao Jin advanced to come
over to Zhuo Qing immediately.
Miss Qing, please follow this servant to enter the palace hall. Zhuo Qing stared
blankly, this Emperor still wanted to break through one by one ah?!
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Sure enough as Zhuo Qings thought, Lou Xi Yan had not opened his mouth yet,
Gao Jin already respectfully said: Prime Minister Lou, the Emperor only announced
Miss Qing to enter inside.
Zhuo Qing frowned that he wanted to interrogate her by herself, even if she wanted
to pretend to be naive, it would be somewhat difficult. Lou Xi Yan patted her
shoulder softly, softly laughed and said: Go, ok, I will be outside.
Zhuo Qing raised her eyes to face his clear and calms slender eyes, this sentence
was only common, but it made her heart feel secured indescribably, she should
perhaps thank the heavens, let her passed through this encounter with him, right.
Let it be, ok, who was making her use someone elses body, trying to escape this
matter was also useless, releasing her smile and without hesitation, Zhuo Qing turned
around to enter the inside palace hall. She walked steadily, naturally did not find that
afterwards, Lou Xi Yans soft laugh was frozen on his lips, he narrowed his eyes
slightly to make people not able to see anything clearly at this moment.
Zhuo Qing strode over to enter the inside palace hall, Gao Jing did not come in along
either, rather he was standing outside the palace hall, and closed the gate of the
palace hall.
Fine, ok, retreating to go out was not possible either, Zhuo Qing did not have any
alternative but to continue to move forwards. There were several scattered broken
porcelain on the ground, it must have been smashed a moment ago, right. Even
though, this place here was not a spacious main hall, but it was still bigger than the
common conference room, even so, Zhuo Qing could still see one glance at that man
who was standing in the middle. His black gold and jades hat were already gone,
he had also changed the bright yellow ceremonial robe, the whole body was in a
black brocade gown, cold grim eyes, his indefinite chest was moving up and down
to show that his mood was not steady at the moment. Even though the candles inside
the palace hall were not bright, his expression looked unclear, Zhuo Qing had already
felt a profound and overtaxing air that was threatening from this mans body.
Stopping her footsteps, Zhuo Qing no longer advanced, slightly lowered her head,
her plan was to maintain the status quo, what the eyes did not see, the heart could
not grieve over.
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Both people were all silent, the surroundings sank into a deathly stillness, she could
only hear Yan Hong Tian slightly muddys breathing sound, Zhuo Qing remained
unchanged, bowed her head and did not speak. Unfortunately, Yan Hong Tian did
not have any patience.
Raised you head. Lowly roaring sound was raised at the same time, Zhuo Qing
only felt her chin was in pain, one big palm that was completely lacking any
tenderness grabbed her lower jaw tightly, made her raised her head: Did you think
that you could escape by exchanging yourself from entering the palace? Three years
ago, Zhen had already said that you could only be Zhens woman in this life time,
you could not escape.
The muffled voice was not loud at all but it was enough to make her heart feel
palpitation when she listened to it, his eyes were burning fiercely and stirring
restlessly to shake Zhuo Qings mind with slight trembling. This man had too much
aggressiveness and possessiveness, even though her chin was painful, Zhuo Qing
was still silent as she had not yet figured out what was happening before. It was best
for her to be silent, he basically did not need to use too much strength as he could
just choke her to death.
Zhuo Qings silence was equally enraged Yan Hong Tian: What? You were able to
say virtuous words in the palace hall a moment ago, was it unbounded sight? You
are completely mute now?
Zhuo Qing could feel Yan Hong Tians hand along with his anger tightened up
slowly, thinking, Zhuo Qing cautiously answered: I have nothing to say, Qing Feng
has entered the Prime Ministers manor, I am only acting as a tribute from the
Emperors decree.
One good Imperial order! Zhuo Qings voice was just off, Yan Hong Tian was
completely and violently in anger, practically gnashing his teeth, lowly roaring:
Zhen let Qing Feng go to the Prime Ministers manor, but not you __ Qing Ling.
Qing Ling?!! Not feeling the pain on her chin, Zhuo Qing was stunned, she was Qing
Ling?? Impossible, ok?!
Zhuo Qings mind suddenly flashed through Qing Lings complicated gaze, no way,
if she was Qing Ling, then that woman from a moment ago was Qing Feng??
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It was no wonder that Yan Hong Tian saw her strangely at that time, it turned out
that he had never made a mistake, he always wanted Qing Ling!
Oh heaven, she was really confused!! Be calm, be calm!!
Watching attentively at the calm and cold woman in front of him, Yan Hong Tian
suddenly smiled sarcastically: Having not seen you for three years, you turned out
to be a tremendous character unexpectedly and could persuade your own younger
sister to substitute you to enter the palace. You could puzzle Lou Xi Yan in this short
time and could still do autopsy to solve a case, truly uneasy to be accomplished ah.
Breathing deeply and calming her mind, Zhuo Qing insisted and said: You have
recognized the wrong person, I am Qing Feng and not Qing Ling. Everything was
all his one sided statement, just in case he was just probing her?!
Would she still not admit it? Fine, then she must not blame him.
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Breathing deeply and calming her mind, Zhuo Qing insisted and said: You have
recognized the wrong person, I am Qing Feng and not Qing Ling. Everything was
all his one sided statement, just in case he was just probing her?!
It seemed that if he did not provide the evidence, she was planning not to admit it to
the end! Fine, then she must not blame him.
Yan Hong Tians eyes were glittering but also sneering shadily, Zhuo Qings heart
was cool, darn it, she seemed to stir up trouble with him.
Sure enough, Yan Hong Tians one hand pinched her lower jaw, the other hand
suddenly pulled up her front jacket and ripped it open, her chest was cool. Grabbing
her chin, Zhuo Qing would not bow but the clothings shattering voice accompanied
by a pain on her right shoulder, therefore she could also guess that she was already
almost half naked.
Although she still had the inner clothing that wrapped her body, just like a moderns
halter top clothing, she was not exposed too much but Zhuo Qing, however,
unprecedentedly felt humiliated. Coldly looking at the man who was proud of
himself just now, Zhuo Qing coldly said: What do you still want to do! If he
believed that he would possess her, and she would just became his woman
obediently, then she would let him know how stupid he was.
You consider this embarrassing? His gaze was wondering on Zhuo Qings
graceful figure, Yan Hong Tian seemed to enjoy completely Zhuo Qings resentful
eyes and humiliation. His hands were loosen up a little, slowly slipped towards her
nape to pull her to come over, one hand was still holding her waist, the other hand
was passing through her nape to caress her earlobe, a muffled, hoarse and low groan
sound echoed faintly: You are destined to be Zhens person, there is no need to be
embarrassed!
Both powerful and big hands encircled her in his chest tightly, Zhuo Qings hands
were put in between them horizontally, trying to push him with all her strength.
Unfortunately, she had meager power to resist him, their bodies were still sticked
together tightly.
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His body was very warm, the hand was pressed against his chest, strong heartbeats
followed by the waves of the palm, Zhuo Qing could feel his restless atmosphere.
You.. Zhuo Qing was still thinking to try to communicate with him, it was a
fact that a man who had sexual desire did not want to communicate! With his hot
lips, Yan Hong Tian kissed her lips, with his overbearingly hot lips, Zhuo Qing just
felt muddle headed and was dizzy for a split second, but the scorching chest made
Zhuo Qing to sober up immediately.
Not knowing when Yan Hong Tians hand started to caress her right chest, Zhuo
Qing exerted her strength to struggle, after several times, she finally knew that it was
impossible for her to throw him off on her own. Unexpectedly, Zhuo Qing bit his
lips and tongue ferociously without restrained, she bit them ruthlessly. Yan Hong
Tian groaned depressingly, she finally tasted a taste of blood very quickly.
Just as Zhuo Qing was planning to bite for one more time, Yan Hong Tian let go of
her. Zhuo Qing retreated hurriedly, she stopped her footsteps once again after parting
from him for several meters afterwards. Taking precautions by staring at him, she
could finally breathe properly, Zhuo Qing took a deep breath, so he was playing
crazy like this, she was so hot!
Using his thumb to wipe the traces of blood from the corner of his mouth, Yan Hong
Tian unexpectedly laughed: You are still very fierce. The first time that he saw her
was very different, but it was also good. He still preferred a little fierce woman
because conquering her was more interesting.
His gaze was sweeping passed Zhuo Qings right chest, Yan Hong Tians expression
was dark again, coldly said: Do you still dare to say that you are not Qing Ling
now? These past several years, he had investigated about her matter clearly,
naturally he knew about the symbol on her shoulder, he wanted to see how she could
still refuse to admit this time!
What was the meaning of that? He kissed her violently, just to prove that she was
Qing Ling?!
Yan Hong Tians eyes were staring at her right shoulder rigidly, Zhuo Qing bowed
her head to look at her right shoulder bewilderingly. There was one small red
character appeared faintly on the right shoulder near the chest that scared her to jump
up. Not because of that one Ling character that scared her, it was rather because of
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not understanding how her right chest could have a character. Using her hand to
touch it, the skin was flat and smooth, a moment afterwards, the letter was more and
more diluted, and finally disappeared.
This was the theory of this in the end?! Zhuo Qing was still shocked, Yan Hong
Tian also saw something fishy, she saw that there was a seal on her body since she
was a child, why did she express a surprise like this?!
Yan Hong Tian approached one more time, it made Zhuo Qing recovered eventually,
it was not the time to research about the character now!!
Withdrawing one step, Zhuo Qing lowly shouted: Wait a minute! I want to speak
my mind!
Yan Hong Tian, on the contrary, did not really want to step forward, both hands were
on his chest and he was looking at her coldly.
Zhuo Qings brains was spinning rapidly, this body was Qing Lings, but she
actually appeared at Prime Ministers manor? How could she explain, how could she
explain?!!
Miraculously, Zhuo Qing raised her head calmly, puzzlingly and bewilderingly
answered: During the trip to come here, the officials who sent us over were afraid
that we, three sisters, were not well behaved. We had to drink medicine every day
for half a month and remained unconscious and delirious. I had forgotten a lot of
matters after waking up later on, everybody said that I was Qing Feng. I, myself did
not know either that I had a character on my shoulder, I really did not have any
impression on everything that you said a moment ago.
Amnesia!? Yan Hong Tian laughed heartily: Qing Ling ah, Qing Ling, you really
think that Zhen can be played around by you with a complete control!
Who was playing with who now ah?! She was the one who was being played by his
tricks, all right!!
Although disguising herself to amnesia was really stupid, but except for this way,
what could she still do?!
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If you do not believe me, I do not have any means to make you to believe me either,
I speak the truth, you can go to inquire from the officials in Hao Yue. She could
not have lied about drinking the medicine. Slightly lowering her head, Zhuo Qing
gracefully said: This must be where the error happened, but since I already entered
the gate of the Prime Ministers manor, I should stay at Lou Xi Yans side.
She unexpectedly did not want to stay by his side?! Everything was all her good
plan, right, amnesia? She thought that he could not investigate and go to Hao Yue?!
There was no matter that could be concealed from him in this whole world!
Coldly looking at her who was pretending to behave, he could be certain now,
graceful and subdued style did not suit her one bit. Approaching Zhuo Qing step by
step, Yan Hong Tian coldly groaned: It seems that you forget your own identity,
you absolutely do not have the qualification to choose! You think after Xi Yan
knows your identity, your scam, he still wants you?!
This man could not be moved by persuasion!! Fine, then she did not need to play a
pitiful person either. Raising her head, Zhuo Qing proudly turned around and
sneeringly said: If I am not mistaken, Lou Xi Yan has said that I am his ____
madam at the main hall!
Yan Hong Tians complexion suddenly dark: Zhen has said that you can only be
Zhens woman.
Impossible!! Zhuo Qings heart knew that she, herself, could not contend against his
strength at this time, Lou Xi Yan, forgive me. Deliberately frowning softly, Zhuo
Qing answered in a low voice: But I am already Lou Xi Yans woman at an earlier
time.
What__did__you__say!
Yan Hong Tian was practically vomiting from between his teeth with a voice that
would make peoples hearts trembling. But in any case, she certainly could not stay
in the Imperial palace! Her heart already decided, Zhuo Qing lightly raised her
eyebrows, laughingly said: I have entered the Prime Ministers manor for almost
half a month, eating and living together with him, you will not think that we are only
covered in quilt to have a simple chat, right.
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Darn it! Following the snarl, Zhuo Qings neck was in pain, the hands strength
was without the slightest pity, she was simply unable to breathe. The blood
immediately rushed forth to the top of her head, Zhuo Qing was profoundly aware
that____ he really wanted to choke her to death!!
Save. Save me. The practically scattered and smashed cry for helps sound,
even she could not hear it clearly, who could still be able to save her?!
Just when Zhuo Qing, herself, believed that she would die soon, then a clear and
moist voice came through from a distance: The Emperor, Chen, Lou Xi Yan has an
important matter to report.
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The Emperor, Chen, Lou Xi Yan has an important matter to report. A clear and
moist voice came though from a distant.
Just when Zhou Qing, herself, believed that she would die soon, Yan Hong Tian
finally let go of his hands.
Zhuo Qing escaped with her strength and fell on the ground, strived heard to breathe,
she considered this personal experience just like Lou Xi Yans asthma suffocating
pain.
No longer looking at Zhuo Qing, Yan Hong Tian returned to the long table in front
of the palace hall and sat down, clearly said: Come in.
Lou Xi Yan was walking steadily to come, seeing Zhuo Qing clearly who was sitting
on the ground with somewhat a torn clothing and distinct five fingerprints on her
neck, he did not say anything, only walked in front of Yan Hong Tian to salute and
say: Pay respect to The Emperor.
Zhuo Qing recovered a little bit of her strength with great difficulty, she struggled
to stand up and lifted her eyes to watch. Not sure whether Lou Xi Yan was
intentionally or accidentally blocking her in front with his body to separate Yan
Hong Tians threatening line of sight.
Looking at Lou Xi Yan, Yan Hong Tians complexion was somewhat complicated
and he did not have the time to plunder at Zhuo Qing, Yan Hong Tian serenely asked:
Xi Yan, have you seen the character tattoo on her body?
Oh no!
Zhuo Qing shouted secretly!
Yan Hong Tians move was a good one, if Lou Xi Yan told him he had not seen it,
in that way he would be able to guess that she might be lying and she had absolutely
not been together with Lou Xi Yan. If Lou Xi Yan was a little bit intelligent, listening
to his connotation to want to help her and say that he had seen the character tattoo,
thus Lou Xi Yan was aware that she was Qing Ling, yet he wanted her, as a matter
of fact, he deceived the monarch?!
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Zhuo Qings heart was anxious, the face could not have a slightest amount of
expression either, because Yan Hong Tians pair of black eyes were staring at them
coldly. Both people had not exchanged expressions, Zhuo Qings heart was cold
partially.
Lou Xi Yan muttered to himself irresolutely for a moment, raised his head slowly,
felt slightly embarrassed, he answered: The sky was extremely dark, Chen had not
seen it clearly, only saw vaguely that the chest seemed to have one character.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, he. had this answer unexpectedly.. Together with his
embarrassing voice and facial expression, Zhuo Qing almost believed herself that
things had really happened between them.
Although Yan Hong Tians hands were behind his body, Zhuo Qing could still hear
clearly when he was clenching both of his hands tightly in a fist, the joint of his
hands were making rattling sounds! His face looked like he wanted to beat people
with his fists, Zhuo Qing really wanted to laugh three times heartily, Lou Xi Yan
was really a genius!!
Wanting to praise Lou Xi Yan in her heart nicely, Zhuo Qing suddenly thought of a
doubt, she herself did not know that she had one character on her body, how did Lou
Xi Yan know that she had one character on her body and still knew that it was on
her chest?!
When Zhuo Qing was confused with this one question, Yan Hong Tians inpatient
voice lowly yelled: Someone comes, bring in that other Qing familys woman to
Zhen.
Qing Feng was pushed by the boorish Imperial bodyguards to enter the inside of the
palace hall, stumbling for several steps afterwards, she finally stood firm. Raising
her eyes to see Zhuo Qings disarrayed clothing in an embarrassing way, Qing
Fengs eyes immediately perked up in anger.
Yan Hong Tians sharp eagle like eyes were tightening at Qing Feng, and he asked:
Who are you after all?
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Without any hesitation, Qing Feng coldly spit out two words: Qing Ling. She
would not let her fragile elder sister stayed inside the palace with this oppressive
individual!!
She still dared to lie unexpectedly, fearless woman! Yan Hong Tians shady voice
was heard by Zhuo Qing and made her trembling unconsciously: Zhen will give
you a final chance, you want to speak the truth or you want to lose your head.
Complexion was the same as before, however, her eyes did not have a trace of
retreat, Qing Feng insisted stubbornly and answered: I am Qing
Her neck was still painful from the sting, Zhuo Qing was absolutely convinced that
this overtaxing man was not joking. If that stubborn woman still insisted that she
was Qing Ling again, she would wait for her death in the next quarter hour! Zhuo
Qing stepped forward one step to interrupt her words hurriedly and said towards Yan
Hong Tian: You obviously have already known that I am Qing Ling a moment ago,
there is no need to make things difficult for her either.
She was Qing Ling!! After carefully reckoning everything that had happened tonight
outside the palace hall a moment ago, he already guessed this answer. Lou Xi Yans
expression was gloomy, still watching any change in her behavior silently and he
was not saying anything.
Did you admit that exchanging an identity to enter the palace was your plan now?
She had better not telling him about any amnesias excuse!!
Unfortunately, Zhuo Qings response was not reaching his heartfelt wish, she still
answered as before: I had already explained before, the officials gave me medicine
for half a month during the escort. I was always remained unconscious, I found out
that there were a lot of things that I did not remember when I woke up. I, myself
could not remember who I was, they all said that I was Qing Feng, I, myself would
always believe that I was Qing Feng. I entered the palace today because I was
anxious to meet my own sisters, I clearly managed to find out who I was after all?
What had happened about this matter? She said these words so Qing Feng and Lou
Xi Yan could hear that she was not Qing Ling and there were a lot of things that she
was simply unable to explain, amnesia was the best excuse that she could use.
Sure enough, Yan Hong Tian was in a rage once again, lowly roared to say: Do not
use amnesia to fool Zhen, if you have amnesia, you can still speak frankly about
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autopsy at the main hall, can provide assistance to solve the case, then if you do not
have amnesia, what can you still do!?
Amnesia was not an idiocy anyway!! Zhuo Qing really wanted to roll her eyes, but
it was not the time now, sighing innocently, Zhuo Qing answered: I only have
amnesia, forget a lot of the past events, but those autopsy method is like having a
meal as far as I am concerned, the same as writing characters. I merely could not
remember who gave me those things, that was all. In short, all the matter that could
not be explained would be blamed to amnesia, it would be just right.
What a good amnesia! Contrary to extreme anger, he was laughing, Yan Hong
Tian looked towards Qing Feng, coldly groaned: Do you or do you not want to say
that you, yourselves have amnesia also?
I do not have amnesia, I clearly know who I am, myself. Remember it even clearer,
who caused their whole familys bankruptcy and deaths, who caused them, sisters to
be separated in life and death!!
These two women, one had amnesia, one assumed someones name and took her
place, they were conforming really good! Yan Hong Tians voice sneeringly said:
Continue talking, Zhen actually wants to see, you all can still fabricate what matter
next!
Quietly thinking of the past events, she was the one who persuaded them to destroy
their appearances, she was also the one who insisted on killing themselves. Her
stubbornness and selfishness, not only did it fail to accomplish anything, but also
harmed her elder sister and younger sister. This time, she wanted Yan Hong Tian to
take revenge on her own affair, she would surely not let her sister who had amnesia
to suffer anymore harm.
Restraining her vicious words, Qing Feng gave the explanation: We did not want
to deceive anybody. When we tried to kill ourselves at the broken temple at that
time, elder sister was standing in the middle in order to hold my hand and my
younger sisters hands. The officials who escorted us, rescued me and I heard hazily
that they called me Qing Ling, I was still alive. Afterwards, we were given medicine
everyday just like what my elder sister was saying. I was already in the palace when
I was awaken. Later on, I thought they were both died, I, myself did not want to live
either so I tried to smash the flower vase on you yesterday. The reason why I insisted
that I, myself was Qing Ling was because the person the Emperor wanted was Qing
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Ling. I was already sent to enter the palace and from that moment on, I could only
be Qing Ling, no matter who I was in the past.
This Prime Minister Lou seemed to be good towards elder sister, if elder sister and
him were together, she would feel relieved.
Absolutely disgraceful!
She unexpectedly used suicide to escape from him!! Could it be that these were all
the so called accidents arising from many causes?!
Yan Hong Tians pair of eyes emitted cold rays, almost came out of the holes to stare
at Zhuo Qing, at the same time, it was sufficient to prove that he found himself in a
rage at this moment. The inside of the main hall sank into deathly stillness once
again.
For a very long time, the silent Lou Xi Yan suddenly stepped forwards one step,
lowly said: The Emperor, please calm down, is it possible or not to listen to Chen
speaks several sentences?
Speak. Towards Lou Xi Yan, Yan Hong Tian was always polite at least.
This matter could happen like this was because Hao Yues officials sent the sisters
to the wrong places, the matter had already happened. No matter who they were, it
was already too late to go back. Chen wanted to talk to The Emperor about this
matter today, precisely to wish and ask the Emperor to grant a wedding to this
woman who was delivered to enter Chens manor, granting Chen a wife.
Bang!
Yang Hong Tians hands slapped the top of the long table ferociously, it let out a
loud sound, everyone who heard it was fearful, not limited to the people who were
inside the palace hall, even Gao Jins heartbeat who was guarding outside the palace
hall was trembling incessantly when he heard it.
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Chapter 53: Secret Battle
Bang!
Yan Hong Tians hands ferociously slapped the top of the long table, letting out a
loud sound, everyone who heard it was fearful, not limited to the people who were
inside the palace hall, even Gao Jins heartbeat who was guarding at the outside of
the palace hall was trembling incessantly when he heard it.
He wanted to marry her!
Once these words came out, Yan Hong Tians rage was burning, Zhuo Qing was
stunned, Qing Feng was absent minded for a moment You said that you
wanted to marry her as a wife just now?
The inside of the palace hall was deathly silent, Yan Hong Tians low voice was
especially gloomy and cold. Zhuo Qing and Qing Feng looked one glance,
unconsciously swallowed their salivas. Only Lou Xi Yan was remained in that
respectful and tranquil attitude, as if he had not seen Yan Hong Tians angry
appearance, calmly answered: Yes.
Impossible. The sound came out from pressing in between his teeth, but not
knowing whether he was angry towards Lou Xi Yan or towards Zhuo Qing, in short,
only the chilly wind was blowing.
Glaring at Lou Xi Yan, Yan Hong Tian did not have a good complexion just now,
clearly annoyed and said: Lou qing (high ranking official) jia (family), you are
equivalent to a Qiong Yues first rank prime minister, she is a tribute from a small
country, absolutely does not fit to become your wife. If you really want to take a
wife urgently, Zhen will immediately bestow you a wedding with Princess Chao
Yun. The families are well matched in term of social status, talented man and
beautiful woman.
Chen and Princess Chao Yun are always scrupulously abided by a ruler and
minister rules, Chen does not dare to have any wrong wish. He would request to be
granted the marriage, firstly because of Qing Ling, secondly because of Yan Ru
Xuan. If he got married soon, it would also let her to break off the long wish shortly.
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Yan Hong Tian coldly groaned: Zhen will only bestow a marriage between you and
Xuan-er, as for these two people, they are exchanging identities and fooling the
monarch, also randomly lying and falsifying, they should be in the Imperial prison
while they are being investigated!
The Emperor is bright, their words are not necessarily lies, as long as we send
someone to go to Hao Yue to meet the officials who have sent them here to seek for
confirmation, naturally we can know whether or not they actually speak the truth.
Chen and Qing Ling have interacted for half a month, Chen also believes that she is
not this kind of person, additionally hopes for the Emperors clear investigation.
Everything will wait until their investigation afterwards, then we will make a
decision, they will have to go to the Imperial prison for now to wait for the
investigation. Inquiring, he absolutely must inquire, he, Yan Hong Tian was unable
to tolerate a trace of deception and trick. It would be best that their words were
genuine, otherwise he would let them know what the consequence was to deceive
him! But they could only stay in the Imperial prison at this time.
Zhuo Qing actually had not exposed too much fear, Qing Fengs face also showed
only stubbornness, but Lou Xi Yans eyes showed a trace of anxiety.
Chen is requesting earnestly that the Emperor will grant Qing Ling to return to
Chens manor, she will be guarded at the Prime Ministers manor. Before the
investigation is completed, Chen will not allow her to go for even half a step out of
the Prime Ministers manor. Staying at that prison place, a person would be unable
to forget it forever, even if she came out later on, she would not be same person.
Lou Xi Yan was calm from the beginning to the end, his face rarely had any wave,
but he repeatedly was offering words of advice, Yan Hong Tian looked at his
expression with more and more cold staring.
Heaven ah, what was going on with Lou Xi Yan today? Even though he was making
a supreme effort to protect and make Zhuo Qing touched emotionally, but she was
still inevitably anxious for him. After all, that Emperor looked as if he was in a bad
mood to be provoked. Qing Feng was exceptionally satisfied with this future older
sisters husband, he seemed to be warm and a gentle man unexpectedly. He actually
had this kind of courage, he could let elder sister to depend on him! But.. hesitating
to look towards that high position terrible man, Lou Xi Yan would not only live for
today, right. Fortunately, their anticipation of blood splashing on the scene
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did not happen, Yan Hong Tian coldly withdrew his line of sight, lowly shouted:
Gao Jin.
Immediately the one who guarded outside the palace hall, Gao Jins body was
already sweating profusely, answered: The servant is here.
Take them outside of the palace hall to wait, Zhen wants to speak and discuss with
the Prime Minister.
Yes. Gao Jin hurriedly went to open the door, took these two women to go out,
and urgently closed the door of the palace hall.
Yan Hong Tian walked to advance towards Lou Xi Yan, two men were standing and
facing each other at the main hall. One was as if he was a scorching sun up in the
sky, awe-inspiringly domineering. One was as if he was an azure ocean bright moon,
calm as a dark blue.
After for a very long time, Yan Hong Tian snorted: Say it, ok. I want to listen to
the truth.
Even though he grew up together with Lou Xi Yan relatively well, but ever since he
ascended the throne, Xi Yan insisted on to be a ruler and minister from the beginning
and would not abandon it. It was usually rare for him to regard this emotional feeling
for a woman and to be persistent like this, Xi Yan was very unusual, instead making
him cool headed.
Yan Hong Tian did not use Zhen to call himself, Lou Xi Yan also changed the
appellation, this was they were tacit understanding after all these years. Somewhat
helplessly shaking his head, Lou Xi Yan smily sighed and said: I want to bring her
back to the manor because she can cure my illness. According to his understanding
of him, this reason was better than saying he liked Qing Ling, it would be easier to
achieve his goal to take her away.
What?! Yan Hong Tian was alarmed, Xi Yans illness was already from a long
time, how many Imperial Physicians tried to cure the illness, but yet, Qing Ling
could cure it? His heart was still somewhat not trusting: Did you say the truth?!
Lou Xi Yan nodded to answer: The last time when I had an outbreak, she was by
my side. If it was not because of her that day, it was possible that I could not speak
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with you anymore. In fact, she really did not do anything that night, only incessantly
asked him to breathe, but in order to make Yan Hong Tian believe, he could only
persuade him like this.
That day, there was a maid in your room, it was her?! Recalling the circumstance
about her on that day when he walked to pass her, Yan Hong Tians complexion was
cold.
En.
Looking towards Lou Xi Yans serene face, Yan Hong Tian slightly narrowed his
eagle eyes, with a cold sound, he interrogated: You want to marry her because she
can cure your illness?
Hesitating for a moment, Lou Xi Yan answered: It is not completely like that.
Yan Hong Tian lightly raised his double edged sword eyebrows, lowly said: Then,
you really like her?!
Lou Xi Yans serene face flashed through one trace of panic, brows tightly knitted,
he could not be frank and straightforward like a moment ago. He was completely
silent, his heart had a premonition that made him anxious and frightened. Sure
enough, his shoulder sank, a big hand heavily pressed down on his shoulder, Yan
Hong Tians somewhat excited and somewhat chilly laughter echoed on the side of
his ear: Xi Yan, this is the second time you say it to me, you like that same thing.
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Chapter 54: Qing Feng
Outside The Palace Hall
It was almost midnight , the moon was already misty and did not have that
magnificent and noisy feast. Even though it was still inside the imperial palaces
courtyard, it was also difficult to stop the erosion of the night. The moonlight was
bleak, hiding behind the precious forest but it was still mixed with the traces of the
moon. The chilly night wind was somewhat cool, but just enough to blow peoples
mind to be awaken.
In front of the palace hall, two women with similar body shapes appearances were
looking face to face mutually. One persons expression looked excited, her eyes were
filled with sorrow. The other person looked somewhat awkward.
Elder sister, you. really do not remember me? Looking at her elder sisters eyes
whom she had not seen for half a month, Qing Feng felt pain in her heart. Looking
at her sisters eyes that were bright and calm, she could no longer see the faintly
pampering and the warm tenderness like in the past.
I. Zhuo Qing opened her mouth wanting to speak something, but she could only
change into three words at the end: I am sorry. Even though it was not her wish to
occupy someone elses body, but it was already a fact that could not be changed.
Responding to Qing Feng, Zhuo Qings heart was more anxious with Lou Xi Yan
who was inside the room. She could not hear any sound so it meant that she did not
know what happened inside, Zhuo Qings heart was in a mess.
Looking at Gao Jin who was standing to guard the gate of the palace hall, Zhuo Qing
was somewhat puzzled because he did not hand them over to the Imperial
bodyguards rather he let them stand at the corner to wait. Thus, they were able to
have the opportunity to talk, did he do this intentionally or unintentionally?
I was the one who should be sorry to you, if it was not because of me who insisted
on killing ourselves, it would not cause you not to remember who you were. Elder
sister was cold and detached towards her, it was because of her owns sin. Just
thinking when Qing Ling woke up not knowing who she was and helpless, Qing
Feng was bursting in self guilt once again, losing her memory should be so
terrifying?!
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Zhuo Qing recovered, the woman who was in front of her did not have that
stubbornness and icy arrogant like the one inside the palace hall a moment ago. She
was blindly blaming herself and it made Zhuo Qing somewhat looked to quietly
comfort and say: Do not blame yourselves too much, the matter has already
happened, the most important thing is that I am alive and well now, right? Even
though I was no longer the original person.
Qing Feng was still as before lowering her head, she had thought about this foolish
attempt to commit suicide once, Zhuo Qing reminded her again and said: But this
killing oneself matter can not be done again in the future, only the weak will choose
to escape and surrender. You should not be this kind of person.
The weak would choose to use suicide to escape, was it right? As it turned out, all
along, she seek to pursue integrity and with unyielding character, unexpectedly, it
was just a sign of weakness!
Slowly raising her head, Qing Feng was staring at the direction of the inside palace
hall, coldly answered: You can feel relieved, I will not kill myself again because
the person who should be dead is not ourselves! It was Hao Yues incapable ruler
who caused the death of their parents, and that instigator who was inside!
Her bright eyes were bursting out some hatred, it made Zhuo Qing slightly stump
for words, Qing Fengs vicious currents on her body made her uneasy, unfortunately,
it was only for a brief split second, she recovered as before once again.
By the way, have you seen little sister? Since she could come and enter the
Imperial palace, it should be easier to see little sister, right.
Zhuo Qing shook her head: I have not.
She was somewhat disappointed and somewhat concerned, Qing Feng sighed and
said: That General Su does not look like a good person, I am worried that little sister
can be bullied by him, she is still very young.
Be at ease, ok. Su Ling as a General, his cold and uncommunicative natures are
also very normal. Even though he can not be regarded as a scholar but he also is not
an impertinent husband. Briefly interacting at the main hall, she actually felt that
this person, Su Ling was not bad. There was an existence of the military leaders
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spirit and also did not lose to the cultural officials poise, his words were not often
for the whole evening but he was actually paying attention to everything.
This kind of man would not think of doing something unworthy and make things
difficult for a woman, certainly, if that woman was more violent than the man, that
would be another matter. Qing Feng was not as optimistic as Zhuo Qing,
Qing Mos nature was timid, ordinarily they would protect her, helped her to make
a decision, what should she do since she was all alone now?! Why were their
destinies always being manipulated by other people?!
Breathing deeply because she was afraid that her elder sister would be anxious, Qing
Feng repressed her raging emotion, tried to calm down and said: If Prime Minister
Lou is able to persuade the Emperor to take you away, you go immediately to follow
him, it is totally better than two people to go to the Imperial prison together, also, do
not enter the palace to come and see me in the future.
Why? She was not Qing Ling, originally, she had never had any plan to enter the
palace again, but Qing Feng was deliberately confessing, Zhuo Qing thought it was
somewhat fishy.
Qing Feng was slightly alarmed, could it be that elder sister saw anything? Telling
herself to calm down, lightly shaking her head, Qing Feng deliberately and
consciously explained: Because the Emperor harbors evil intention towards you, if
you go out, it will be better that you do not go walk right into the trap again. You do
not need to worry about me, I will take care of myself properly. If your health
recovers, just let people to bring me the verbal message, that will be enough.
Something was amiss, her eyes were flickering, expression was deliberate, her mind
surely had a plan. She did not know what she wanted to do after all, Zhuo Qing could
only warn: Qing Feng, be sure to consider it carefully before you do anything, an
impulse action will not have any advantage at any time.
Zhuo Qing sharpness and penetratings personalities made Qing Feng amazed
endlessly, this person, was she really her elder sister?! Could amnesia really change
someone this much? Was it good or bad that she changed like this?!
Qing Feng was still in doubt, but the male voice from the inside of the hall that could
make peoples heart were frightened echoed again: Somebody comes, bring the two
of them to come in.
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Gao Jin looked towards them, both of them did not make any difficulty for him,
obediently walked towards the inside of the palace hall.
Entering the inside of the palace hall, Zhuo Qing immediately discovered that the
atmosphere was somewhat amiss.
Yan Hong Tians complexion was no longer dark, in between his eyebrows was still
carrying a trace of dubious smiling expression. Looking at his expression also
changed more and more strange than just when he was possessed and angry, it made
her have even more goose bumps. And Lou Xi Yans expression was still
tranquil and calm, but his forehead seemed to have a heavy load in his mind, what
did they discuss after all a moment ago?
Qing familys sisters, your matter about the identity exchange, Zhen will
investigate it clearly later. Naturally will give you all the final conclusion,
considering that Qing Ling is possible to have amnesia, this matter is pardonable.
Zhen will allow Prime Minister Lou to bring you back to the manor to be looked
after, before the truth is clear, you are not allowed to go out of the manor.
Yan Hong Tian unexpectedly agreed to let her return to Lou Xi Yans manor?
What was going on after all? What did Lou Xi Yan do that could change Yan Hong
Tians decision unexpectedly?!
She was very curious.
Looking towards Qing Feng, Yan Hong Tian coldly groaned and said: As for Qing
Feng, even if the officials from Hao Yue have made the mistake to deliver the wrong
person, your mind is clear. Entering the palace and still assuming somebodys name
and taking her place, it is already a criminal to deceive the monarch, so you will go
to the Imperial prison immediately and stay there until the truths about the
investigation is clear later, and then you will be convicted.
Go to the Imperial prison!
Qing Feng appeared to be prepared, deeply breathing, she was still standing proudly,
neither ask for forgiveness nor crying.
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The Imperial prison was absolutely not a good place. Although she and Qing Feng
did not have feeling as sisters, but her heart really admired her. Could she really not
able to save her? Zhuo Qing thought deeply. Lou Xi Yans clear and moist voice
lowly echoed: The Emperor is wise, Chen asks to be excused.
En. Lightly waving his hand, Yan Hong Tian unexpectedly did not really make
things difficult for them.
Go. Pulling Zhuo Qings hand, Lou Xi Yan shook his head lightly. Zhuo Qing
understood clearly that she should not act blindly without thinking. Lou Xi Yan
rescued her and it was already not easy. Turning around to look one glance at the
meager woman who was standing at the main hall, she also happened to turn her
head around.
Facing Zhuo Qing with a slight smile, Qing Feng completely turned her head around,
no longer looking at her. Accepting the matter, she needed to bear this alone.
Yan Hong Tian, it would be best that you did not let me live, otherwise.
Lou Xi Yan was leading Zhuo Qing to leave, her brain had this lingering feeling,
about Qing Feng with that same gorgeous fireworks and momentary smiling
expression. For the first time, Zhuo Qing profoundly realized that she was too
powerless in this different era.
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Chapter 55: Anxious
The chariot finally went out of the Imperial palace and went straight back to the
Prime Ministers manor. The vehicle speed was somewhat quick and slightly bumpy.
Inside the chariot, Zhuo Qing was looking at Lou Xi Yan who was beside her and
pondering in the chariot from when he entered the chariot, her heart was still
somewhat ashamed and uneasy. If it was not because of her, he did not need to offend
Yan Hong Tian, right, after all, that was the Emperor.
Zhuo Qing lowly sighed and said: If you want to ask me something, just ask, ok.
Lou Xi Yan recovered, looked towards her, softly smiled and said: You have
amnesia, if I ask, can you still be able to answer?
I. can not. She had so many things that she could not explain to him. Lou Xi
Yan lightly shrugged his shoulder, this being the case, there was no need to ask too
many expressions. Once again leaning her head, Zhuo Qing called once again: Lou
Xi Yan, I have questions that I want to ask you.
Lou Xi Yan was quietly looking at her, waiting for her to raise the questions: How
long will Qing Feng be in prison? According to your understanding towards Yan
Hong Tian, how will he punish her? Just before leaving, watching that Qing Fengs
smile, it always made her heart frightened and anxious. If something would happen
to her, she could not feel relieved either.
Making a round trip from Qiong Yue takes at least half a month, if the case is
investigated clearly then she will be able to come out freely after about half a month.
As for whether or not she will receive any punishment, I do not know. Yan Hong
Tian always handled matters based on his mood, he would not know what kind of
mood he would have at that time. Maybe Qing Feng would die, maybe she would be
given away, also maybe she would continue to stay at the palace.
At least half a month. Staying inside the prison for half a month was a horrible
matter. Zhuo Qing hesitated for a long time, she still said: I know that this request
will somewhat put you in a difficult situation, but I still want to say it.
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Looking at her awkward and remorseful appearance, Lou Xi Yan already knew what
she wanted to say, mildly smiled and said: I will use up my ability to make her life
a little well while she is in the Imperial prison.
Lou Xi Yans consideration of her need made her grateful: Thank you.
Lightly shaking his head, Lou Xi Yan answered: I may not necessarily be able to
help, she is inside the palace after all.
Deeply breathing, Zhuo Qing lowly said: I thanked you for taking me out of the
Imperial palace. Confronting Yan Hong Tian, that kind of man, needed too much
courages. She admitted that she was somewhat scared. When Lou Xi Yan was
pulling her hand to leave, her heartbeat went very fast, maybe because she was
touched emotionally, maybe because she separated herself from danger, again,
maybe because her heart was moved.
Lou Xi Yan had a heavy appearance, Zhuo Qing discreetly closed her mouth, her
head was leaning against the window, closing her eyes to rest and no longer disturbed
him.
The great waves on her eyes were very beautiful, he finally saw them but thinking
about Yan Hong Tians words a moment ago, he sank into anxiety once again.
Because the first time he said that he liked a certain thing, the conclusion for his
liking was the end of the life of that certain thing. It was during that very same year
when the Late Emperor wanted Yan Hong Tian to be adopted by the Empress who
had not produced any heir. This Empress who happened to be his paternal aunt, Lou
Su Xin. As a result, he often entered the palace to accompany his paternal aunt. He
and Yan Hong Tian became good friends, just like cousins (- biao xiong di
male cousins via a female line).
Afterwards, he also had several important ministers sons and was able to have
access to study with the Princes together at the palace. There was one year that The
Late Emperor bestowed a newborn white tiger as a reward, the Imperial teacher
would draw up the theme of discussion, the scholars would have competition.
Whoever was the winner, he could receive that white tiger. Numerous Princes were
eager to give it a try, this was in front of The Late Emperor to display their owns
great opportunity, anybody also did not want to give up.
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But he was only interested with the small stuff, the white tiger was not even one
month, it looked so simple, honest and adorable, snow whites fur felt so soft and
comfortable on his hand. He really liked it and remembered at that time, Yan Hong
Tian also draped over his shoulder and asked: You really like that white tiger?
He exerted some strength to nod.
The competition began soon, the first round was chess skill competition, second
round was poetry composition competition, and third round was archery
competition. Not unexpectedly, after the first two competitions and entering the final
round, there were only two of them left.
Archery was never his strong suit but he was always tranquil and even tempered
fortunately, the arrow would settle quickly and evenly and hitting the center of the
target was not a difficult matter. His head looked one glance at the side of Yan Hong
Tian, he was exceptionally excited towards that small tigers warming eyes. In
determining to be a winner, Lou Xi Yan hesitated for a moment, even if the small
tiger was adorable but his health was not good. His father would probably not let
him to keep the animal. Yan Hong Tian seemed to like the small tiger also, if the
small tiger returned to him, it was also good. This way the Late Emperor would also
praise Yan Hong Tian, if he entered the palace, he could also see it frequently.
His heart hesitated for a moment, the arrow on his hand was naturally unstable, he
could shoot within the range of the red center target but comparing to Yan Hong
Tians right in the center of target, the outcome could already be seen.
Next, the people at the scene were all stunned at once, Yan Hong Tian suddenly
pulled up a long arrow and aimed at the small white tiger that was on the ground
walking just a moment ago. The long arrow quickly and fiercely pierced the neck of
the white tiger, the red blood washed away the pure white fur. Yan Hong Tian threw
down the bow and arrow from his hand, ferociously glared at him one glance, he did
not say anything and just ran away.
That year, Yan Hong Tian was 10 years old and he was 11 years old. The past event
was like a tide, he did not understand during that time, the only thing that Yan Hong
Tian wanted was to win at all costs during a confrontation. Therefore, when he
believed that he did not want that reward, so the conclusion for it was__ dead.
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Slowly leaning his head, the woman who was next to him was breathing evenly, her
complexion was peaceful. What would be her ending this time?
Would he harm her or help her?!
Lightly holding Zhuo Qings hand, Lou Xi Yan already decided that he would not
let her to have any harm this time because he liked her. She looked at his expression
just now.
Zhuo Qings eyelids slightly moved, she allowed Lou Xi Yan to hold her hand.
The chariot was still speeding towards the direction of the Prime Ministers manor.
The purplish red light muslin curtain, layer upon layer was hanging down on the
outside of the screen, the night wind was gently blowing to raise the layer of ripples.
The faint smell of an incense filled the interior, the pounding of the wooden fish was
making a thumping sound, echoing deeply into the night, it was especially clear. A
married woman who was kneeling on a brocade praying mat can be seen vaguely
inside the hanging screen, one hand was striking the wooden fish and the other hand
was turning the red sandalwood Buddhist prayers beads.
The old elderly lady stood before the light muslin, hesitating whether or not she
should enter in, hesitating for a moment, she still did not dare to say anything, just
about to withdraw to go out, a conspicuous female voice sounded impatiently: What
happened?
The old elderly lady hurriedly advanced for one step, respectfully answered: The
Emperor and Prime Minister Lou were arguing today.
The married womans eyes were slightly closed, as if she did not pay any attention,
lowly asked: Because of what matter?
Because of a woman.
The hand that was striking the wooden fish stopped in the middle of the air, the
married womans eyes that were always closed, slowly opened, full of interest, she
asked: Who has that much charm? Her eyes swept past a trace of amazement, a
trace of curiosity, it was more so than as if she was happy.
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Not daring to have any trace of hesitation, the old elderly lady made some inquired
about the affair one by one and said: It was the woman who was delivered from
Hao Yue, Prime Minister Lou brought her to the Palace banquet tonight. She stole
the show, the Emperor made use of her idea, after the end of the banquet, inside the
palace hall, the Emperor got angry several times. I heard that it seemed that they
delivered the wrong person to enter the palace, originally, Qing Ling was supposed
to be delivered to the palace but at the end she was sent to the Prime Ministers place,
the one who was in the palace now was her younger sister.
There was still this kind of matter? In that case, the Emperor had already seen Qing
Ling before, therefore he was suddenly angry. Nevertheless, appearing to devise a
plan to use something as a pretext to make a fuss? The married woman laughed
grimly, sure enough, even a hero still had a weakness for the charm of a beautiful
woman.
Continue talking.
Afterwards, the Emperor and Prime Minister Lou had a private discussion for a
half shichen (1 hour), but did not know what they were saying, however, Qing Ling
was still taken by Prime Minister in the end. Her younger sister, Qing Feng was sent
to the Imperial prison. Able to make discreet inquiries, only these, the old elderly
lady was silenced and standing outside of the curtain, waiting for the order from the
person inside.
For a very long time, the married woman finally spoke, only faintly said: Withdraw,
ok. The old elderly lady did not dare to stay anymore, quietly withdrew to go out.
In a moment, the thumping wooden fish sound echoed again, the married woman
closed up her eyes one more time and the corner of her mouth seemed to have a
sarcastic laugh. Her attitude was not well matched while she was quietly meditating
inside the Buddhas main hall and with the calm and unhurried sound of the wooden
fish.
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Chapter 56: Paying A Visit
Boring!
Boring to death!
Zhuo Qing really felt like a worthless criminal.
During the time of work previously, waiting for a three days vacation, it was
extremely difficult. There were forever cases that could not be finished, she really
wished to sleep at home for three days and three nights instead of taking care of her
cases that had so many problems! It was good now, if she wanted to sleep, she could
sleep until she was dead. But she was uncomfortable all over, just liked if she had
countless small insects in her body. She began to cherish the day when she slept less
than six hours in her life Seven days, from the day she returned from the palace
until now, seven days had passed.
Nothing had happened either, maybe strictly speaking, if anything had happened,
she did not know either.
Yan Hong Tian did not come to trouble her, Lou Xi Yan left early and returned late
every day. She could do whatever thing inside the Prime Ministers manor, except
going out.. But what could she do? Books with regard to autopsy were practically
not in existence here, she adjusted to poetry and song, history was not her interest
either so her method of idling away at this era every day was______ staring her eyes
at the vast lake that was in front of her, lost in thought Hey, you were usually
at home just standing and being lost in thought to pass a day? A clear and cast body
of water could really make peoples mood feel good, but please excuse her profanity,
looking at the beautiful scenery for a long time again could also be fatigue, ok.
Propping her cheeks sluggishly for a very long time, Lou Xi Wu finally recovered,
lowly shouted: You are still lost in thought!
Ok, I was not lost in thought, that was only thinking about spring. (See below).
Zhuo Qing lowly laughed, it was very difficult to have somebody who would
accompany her to speak, she could not make her run away. Zhuo Qing modestly
asked for guidance and said: What do you normally do? She was really curious,
staying at home everyday, what were they doing?
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Lou Xi Wu continued propping her chin, lazily answered: Practicing writing

characters, practicing zither (musical instrument), playing chess, painting, plenty of
things to do.
Oh~
Zhuo Qing could not help to patronize and say: I can not see it that you are a very
talented girl! Sure enough, the rich young ladys life was not that easy ah!
Her good intention was to praise, but the outcome was still getting a lowly roar and
protest from Lou Xi Wu: Do not be too much, I know that I do not have your
outstanding talents, the four arts (Zither, Go, Calligraphy, Painting) are fine but you
do not need to speak sarcastically at other people like this!
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, incessantly forced a smile, she was not really trying to
speak sarcastically! Because she could not do any of the four arts at all!
Shrugging her shoulder, Zhuo Qing innocently answered: I have amnesia and do
not remember anything. You have said about those talents, but I totally forget about
them. I am far worst than you, how can I be entitled to speak sarcastically about
you?!
I. Looking at how calmed she was when referring to her failings, Lou Xi Wu
felt somewhat embarrassed: I did not say it on purpose. She understood how
difficult to practice that talents and needed to invest how much hardships and great
efforts. Now that she had forgotten about them, it was already pitiful, but still had to
expose the sore spots to people on her own, she did not need to say anything!
Speaking the truth, she liked Lou Xi Wu who made threatening gesture more. Zhuo
Qing hurriedly changed the subject: It is nothing, we chat about other things, ok.
Looking towards her, Lou Xi Wu asked: Chatting about what?
I hear that you are familiar with the Emperor? In any case, she was bored, seizing
the opportunity to ask about this was also good.
Lou Xi Wu felt embarrassed and laughed, she answered: I am not really familiar
either. When I was small, I and my elder brother entered the palace to accompany
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our paternal aunt to relieve boredom, so we could see Huangdi (the emperor) gege,
nothing more.
When I entered the palace last time, I felt that he was vicious. Zhuo Qing sounded
out a complaint.
Repeatedly nodding, Lou Xi Wu with a sorrowful heart answered: I also feel that
his temperament was very inferior, once he gets angry, he will frighten dead people,
but he actually does not get angry with my elder brother too often.
Why is that? Because your elder brother and him are cousins? She also felt that
Yan Hong Tian appeared to be particularly patient with Lou Xi Yan.
Spouting, Lou Xi Wu proudly answered: It is not that, he is extremely vicious with

his other brother, certainly, it is because my elder brother is intelligent and capable.
Feeling speechless!
She still believed that she could find out about some inside story. It seemed that
asking this girl, she would just sing her praises about Lou Xi Yan. Thinking about
it, Zhuo Qing continued to gossip about another person: Are you familiar with
General Su Ling?
He? Lou Xi Wu frowned her brows, with disgusting look on her face: I do not
know, only hear that he is a cold and proud person, self righteous person.
Why did you say it like that? The cold and proud person, she already saw it that
day, but it was not necessarily self righteous, ok!
Lou Xi Wu had a trace of mysterious appearance, lowly said: In his eyes, women
represent inconvenient and superfluous, even more abnormal, he does not have any
woman in his home.
What? Impossible, right! That big Generals manor did not have any woman?
Zhuo Qing unbelievingly asked: Inevitably, there will be servant girls, right. Can it
be that he does not have a mother, younger sister, wife, young concubine, and so
on?!
Lou Xi Wu firmly answered: He does not have any!
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Sure enough, chatting and gossiping were the easiest way that could let people to
interact intimately, regardless of whatever era was the same! Lou Xi Wu was still
shouting noisily towards Zhuo Qing a moment ago, she had already gotten along
now, lowly said: His father died in a war in his early years, his mother also fell ill
and died afterwards. Only the three brothers, they do not have any wife completely.
The home does not have any servant girl, does not have any elderly lady, only men.
He is almost 30 years old this year, therefore, Huangdi gege would bestow your
younger sister to him ah!
No way. Zhuo Qing filled her head with sinister lines, there was still this type
of man?! Really somewhat abnormal. Then what to do with Qing Mo who
would be living among all of those males??
Zhuo Qing asked about two men in succession, Lou Xi Wu finally reacted, with clear
understanding and self righteous smile, she said: What, you finally feel that you are
very fortunate, your familys three sisters, only you have the best luck following my
elder brother.
Here we go again.. Blindly worshiping was not a good thing but she would not
deny her point of view this time. Comparing to both men, Lou Xi Yan was the most
normal man!!
While the two people were chatting, one tall silhouette appeared by the lake, walking
towards them steadily.
Lou Xi Wus mouth pouted, annoyingly turned backwards, he finally came to look
for her! Humph!
Zhuo Qing lightly sighed, smily said: I am thirsty, I am going to drink some water.
She did not have any desire to be the unwanted third guest.
Zhuo Qing got up, Jing Sa actually walked straightly towards her, with cold voice
said: Miss Qing, there is a guest who pays a visit in the Qian Ting pavilion.
Looking for me? Who is it? Zhuo Qing lightly stared blankly, looked towards the
persons uglier complexion who was beside her, a pair of angry eyes from a woman,
Zhuo Qing broke into laughter.
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Criminal Prison Division, Dan Yu Lan.
Him? What did he look her for? For the purpose of the autopsys matter? Anyway,
she was just boringly staying idle, meeting him was also good. Zhuo Qing raised her
feet to walk towards the outside of the courtyard, Jing Sa was following her.
After walking for two steps, Zhuo Qing stopped her footstep, smily said: I am ok
going on my own, Xi Wu has a stomachache, you take a look at her, ok.
Jing Sas expression was flashing, Lou Xi Wu was already unable to turn around,
she loudly roared and said: How can I have a stomachache?l
You drink how much vinegar all day long, it will be strange if it does not hurt!
Zhuo Qing leisurely walked towards the outside. Her mocking laughter could be
heard all the way, the only person remained, Lou Xi Wus embarrassing face while
she was stirring the corner of the lower hem of her jacket.
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Chapter 57: Asking For Guidance
Zhuo Qings heart was guessing the reason why Dan Yu Lan was looking for her, it
should be related to the autopsy. Looking at him to show an enthusiastic and
dedication towards dissection that day, she already knew that he would surely come
to look for her, but did not expect that it would be this quick.
Walking towards the front hall unhurriedly all the way, not too far away, a light blue
graceful silhouette was walking over, the rock garden obstructed the image of the
person who came. But that tall body shape and unhurried temperament, Zhuo Qing
already guessed who the person was, lowly called out: Lou Xi Yan.
Soon, Lou Xi Yan raised his faint and light smile, walking towards her.
How come you are at home? He always left early and retuned late for the past few
days, right?
Lou Xi Yan did not plan to answer this question, rather lightly coughing, he
conscientiously said: Ling-er, do you not think that it is somewhat not proper to
keep calling my surname to address me all day long?
What was not appropriate? Zhuo Qing felt that it was really normal ah! But looking
at him pretending with that conscientious attitude, also with a voice that made
people had goose bumps, Ling-er, Zhuo Qing decided____ to reciprocate!
Pretending to ponder over for once, Zhuo Qing said: Then, I should address you
as.. Prime Minister Lou?
Too polite.
Lou gongzi?
Too strange.
Xi Xi? She actually preferred this name!
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Lou Xi Yan was still keeping his gracefuls smile, but the corner of his mouth was
somewhat twitching clearly. Zhuo Qing was bursting with joy and continuing to try
hard!
Yan-er? Did he not like adding this er character for other people frequently,
right?
Lou Xi Yan secretly sighed, this woman who was unable to recognize his good
intentions and petty, apart from calling her, when did he ever address other people
this intimate? The conclusion was still ignored by this person?!
Looking at him with his head that was filled by sinister lines, Zhuo Qing could not
help to laugh heartily. Her laughing was absolutely unrestrained, Lou Xi Yan could
not get angry either, was only somewhat helpless and lightly shaking his head.
Letting her make a joke on his own name, that kind of faintly spoiling addiction, just
liked the early summers breeze, it was warm and the heart was blowing the slightest
ripple on the lake.
Restraining her smile, Zhuo Qing generously asked: Xi Yan, are you going out?
She naturally knew that he wished to be addressed as to what name for himself. In
fact, calling it out was not difficult either, not denying, she was also very satisfied
with this appellation.
Lou Xi Yan already guessed from the beginning that Zhuo Qing would call him this
name, but really hearing her clear voice calmly called out, his heart would
unexpectedly perked up with a touch of indescribable joy, only because of this Xi
Yan sound? It seemed that he could not control his own heart, in this case, this
heartbeats racing should not be felt by him only.
I have just returned from the morning Imperial court, Im going to leave home again
for the same thing. Finished speaking, Lou Xi Yan suddenly stretched out his hand,
his fingertips carelessly went across her neck. Her neck felt cool and was somewhat
numb, he obviously did not touch her, but Zhuo Qing was rigid for no reason. He
slightly leaned over to step forward, Zhuo Qing only felt that every cell on her body
became exceptionally sensitive at this moment, the hair slightly moved. His gentle
and soft eyes were gazing at the back of her neck, Zhuo Qing knew that he was
surely tidying up her clothes but that handsome face let her heart trembling right in
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front of her eyes. In addition, the faint sandalwood fragrance on his body made Zhuo
Qing unable to control her racing heart.
A moment later, he took out a dead leaf from her hair, Zhuo Qing wanted to cry but
there was no tears, very good old fashioned show. If someone would tell her in the
past that she would raise her heartbeat consequently, she would surely curse that
mentally disorder person, but what was she doing now?!
Heavens, she would rush to thirty people quickly ah~~~~ With his gentle and softs
gaze, her face would get hot inexplicably!! Heaven knew that she had already
forgotten about what a blushing and heartbeats racing were for 8-10 years!!
Let her drop dead, ok!
Zhuo Qing was lashing on her own, Lou Xi Yans eyes flashed through a trace of
fascinating smile, what kind of expression did she have.. Even if she was not shy,
it was not as bad as this much suffering, ok?
With an awkward and gentle sigh, Zhuo Qing forced a smile and said: Then, I will
not delay you, I do not know why Dan Yu Lan is looking for me, I will go and look.
Official Dan came to look for her, he naturally knew about it. Without his
permission, Dan Yu Lan would not be able to see her, but Lou Xi Yan still pretended
to be surprised and said: Did Official Dan come? Then, you go, ok.
Zhuo Qing nodded and hurriedly turned around to leave. Lou Xi Yan lowlys
humming voice echoed one more time: Oh, by the way, I have somebody from the
bookstore to deliver a few medical books, the books are in the study room. If you
are interested, you can look at them.
He bought them because of her? Lou Xi Yans forever gentle and soft attitudes were
so just perfect, Zhuo Qing hurriedly left a Thank you, her feet were increasingly
speeding quickly.
Looking at the desolate and fleeing figure of her, Lou Xi Yans corner of mouth was
lightly raised, Ling-er, where did you think you could run to?!
This confrontation, Zhuo Qing was gorgeously and completely defeated
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Walking away from Lou Xi Yans line of sight, Zhuo Qing finally slowed down her
footsteps, what did she run away for?! Extremely humiliated Zhuo Qings
depressed mood made her somewhat careless, entering the Qian Ting pavilion. Dan
Yu Lan put down the already cold tea and got up to say: Taking a liberty to pay you
a visit, please forgive me, Madam.
Madam? Zhuo Qing suffered from frustration one more time! Looking at him one
glance, straightforwardly asked: What are you looking for me for?
Zhuo Qing got right to the point, Dan Yu Lan did not beat around the bush either,
and asked: Dan mou has some questions, wants to ask Madam Lou for guidance.
Say it.
The deceaseds mortal wound is a murder weapon that runs through the chest,
pierces through the heart until the person dies. The question that I want to ask is, the
average persons heart will appear how many retractions after death? And how long
does this retraction happen after death? If I want to compare the murder weapon,
which aspect do I have to consider? Her dissection knowledge on that day, he went
back afterwards and could not be calm for a very long time, her knowledge about
human body was unexpectedly already reached that kind of level!
As expected, it was concerning autopsy, Zhuo Qings heart due to Lou Xi Yans
chaos calmed down slowly, by comparison, she liked this more that she could
sufficiently control her own circumstances.
Zhuo Qing lowered her voice and answered: The average persons heart will
whither a little after death but it is not obvious. The wound puncture of the
myocardium will appear to shrink, the surface of the wound will have to be much
less than the murder weapon. If you want to do the comparison for the murder
weapon, it will be best within the twelve shichen (24 hours) because the internal
organ of that person will appear dissolving after death, it will influence your
judgement at that time. If you can store the person inside the icehouse, it will delay
the self dissolving and rotting of the circumstances.
Dan Yu Lan nodded clearly and answered: I understand, the deceased also has other
stab wounds but going through the examination afterwards, I find that the deceaseds
wound on the chest and other areas are a little bit different. I wish to pass through
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the myocardium and pectoral muscles to have the comparison to confirm the murder
weapon.
En. Zhuo Qing suggested: This is right, the best way to do the comparison is to
tear the clothing off. The clothing will not shrink basically.
As far as the myocardium was shrinking, Dan Yu Lan did not really understand
either, and modestly asked: With my verbal explanation, can you issue the
judgement?
Zhuo Qing candidly shook her head: I can only give my opinion according to your
verbal explanation in this circumstance, you must have seen the corpse to be able to
have the most accurate judgement.
But she could not get out of the manor now, it was impossible to do autopsy
personally. Thinking, Zhuo Qing asked: Do you have the picture of the murder
weapon? Wanting to do this careful comparison, that murder weapon was surely
somewhat special.
Dan Yu Lan took out a stuff that was wrapped up by a handkerchief from his sleeve,
handed it over to Zhuo Qing.
He still really trusted her and brought over the murder weapon unexpectedly.
Opening the handkerchief, there was one silver glitter throwing knife inside, the
blade was light, the length was about two inches, sharp double edged blades, looked
like a leaf. The most middle part of the blade looked the same as a sunken leaf. This
throwing knife. seemed familiar.. Zhuo Qings complexion slightly changed
and asked: Is this the weapon from the suspect?
Dan Yu Lan also saw her abnormal complexion but still answered: Correct.
Then, the person is or is not called Qian Jing? Although the throwing knife was
special but Jiang Hu was big, it was not necessarily him, right! Zhuo Qings heart
survived luckily, but also understood on her own, the chance was remote.
Yes.
Dan Yu Lan firmly answered, let Zhuo Qings heart to cool down, it was really
him..
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Zhuo Qing knitted her long eyebrows tightly, Dan Yu Lan was secretly observing
her expression, muttering to himself for a short period of time, he asked: Do you
know him?
Zhuo Qing looked towards Dan Yu Lan, lightly nodded, evasively answered: I had
met him twice, nothing more, I happened to see him playing with this kind of weapon
at that time. She did not lie, it was just that, Qian Jing happened to save her life in
those two times. But she did not intend to let Dan Yu Lan know about these, after
all, if she had too much relations with a suspect, it could make Dan Yu Lan
questioned her professional judgement.
While observing the thin edge of blade in her hand, Zhuo Qing consciously
pretended to ask: I hear that he is a bounty hunter, is the deceased a court felon?
If it was a court felon, it was possible that he got killed when he was trying to escape
and resist arrest. Acting as a bounty hunter, Qian Jings crime should not be too big.
Dan Yu Lan continuously was paying attention to Zhuo Qings expression, he faintly
answered: He was not, the deceased was a Lieutenant General who was responsible
to protect the Generals manor.
Generals manor? How come it was related to the Generals manor? This case might
be complicated. If the Generals manor was unwilling to forgive this matter, even if
Qian Jing really did not have any ulterior motive, it would also be difficult to escape
from death.
Even more worried about Qian Jings circumstances after thinking about Dan Yu
Lans words. It was impossible to guess, Zhuo Qing straightforwardly asked: Can
you tell me the details of the case?
I am sorry.
As if she already expected it, Zhuo Qing evidently laughed and said: It is ok, I
understand. I want to take a look at the corpse.
Dan Yu Lan actually did not oppose to her suggestion, only somewhat awkwardly
said: Do you want to go now? I am afraid that the corpse can not be preserved too
much longer. He had heard earlier that one of the Qing familys sisters went into
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the Imperial prison, and one was forbidden to go out of the Prime Ministers manor.
He was very doubtful that she could go out of the manor.
Of course she could not go now, Zhuo Qing was somewhat gloomy, pondering for a
moment, she asked: How long did the matter happen, where was the corpse stored
at now?
It happened yesterday night, the corpse was stored inside the icehouse. But the
Imperial icehouse is not big so after the corpses examination is finished, it has to
go into a coffin and uses lime to seal it up, it is stored at the cemetery.
Storing it at the icehouse was not bad, she wanted to rush before the corpse was
being moved out of the icehouse, but she had to go out first. Otherwise she could
wait until it arrived at the cemetery to examine it, but many crucial evidences would
already be vague. But how could she go out, asking Lou Xi Yans help now would
make things difficult for him, right!
Zhuo Qing was in a dilemma when Jing Sa loftys voice appeared inside the pavilion
again. Zhuo Qing raised her head, puzzlingly asked: Is there another matter also?
If there was not any, he would absolutely not appear in front of her.
Without having any expression on his face, Jing Sas cold voice answered: The
people from the Generals manor came.
What? The Generals manor? They were also looking for her? Zhuo Qing kind of
had a mixed feeling suddenly, today was really lively ah.. Hearing the Generals
manor, Dan Yu Lans eyes flashed but did not say anything, only silently stood on
the side.
Cold eyes swept across Dan Yu Lans serene face, Jing Sa did not refrain from
anything, immediately answered: Miss Qing Mo fainted at the Generals manor.
The Imperial physician has looked at her but she has not woken up for two days. She
has said before that her illness is a perennial problem from her childhood. You are
the only one who can cure her so the people from the Generals manor have brought
her to the Prime Ministers manor. They are waiting inside Hua Ting pavilion.
Qing Mo? The rumor of the coward and timids third sister might be Gu Yun! Zhuo
Qings heart was nervous without any reason.
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Dan Yu Lan slightly cupped his hands and answered: Madam is busy, you can hurry
first, ok, this small official (xia guan) takes his leave.
Dan Yu Lan was just about to go, Zhuo Qing suddenly said in a low voice: You
hold the corpse inside the icehouse first, I will think of a way to look at it once in the
next few days. She did not believe that Qian Jing would kill a person, he would not
kill anybody without no reason at the minimum!
This.. Dan Yu Lan hesitated for a moment, finally still answered: Fine.
Finished speaking, Dan Yu Lan cupped his hands one more time and left Qian Ting
pavilion.
Zhuo Qing also impatiently said to Jing Sa: Go to Hua Ting pavilion.
If Qing Mo was really Gu Yun, then it was really heavens blessing, but what to do
if it was not? She did not know what special drug could treat Qing Mos illness?
Zhuo Qing walked energetically all the way, her chest was nevertheless in a mess,
very quickly she finally arrived at the front of Hua Ting pavilion.
Are you Qing Feng?
Zhuo Qings feet just stepped on the inside of the pavilion, an arrogant and
uneducateds voice echoed coldly.
Zhuo Qing raised her eyes to see a young male, not quite in 20 year olds look. His
complexion was clear and bright, arrogant eyebrows, eyes flashed through a strong
brilliant rays, he had somewhat an imposing manner, unfortunately, Zhuo Qing was
disgusted by the absence of his manner.
Directly glancing at him, Zhuo Qing swept her eyes once through Hua Ting pavilion,
there was a stretcher that was similar as a shelf in the middle of Hua Ting pavilion.
Supporting the top was a small sail and the outside was separated by a layer of muslin
curtain, the light muslin was swaying gently, she could faintly see one females
silhouette. Besides the young male, there were still four people who wore stalwart
dressing inside Hua Ting pavilion, respectful faces, even though they did not wear
body armors and helmets, it would not make any person to mistakenly recognize
them as soldiers.
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Not seeing Su Lings silhouette, Zhuo Qing lightly frowned, it seemed that Qing Mo
had not received Su Lings favor at the Generals manor. She already lost
consciousness for two days, he unexpectedly did not even appear?!
Looking at the pair of gentle and soft eyes, Zhuo Qing was somewhat smiled
unnaturally and said: Xi Yan, you are still here?
I heard that your younger sister fell ill, I came over to take a look. Very good, she
discovered his existence finally, it was clear that his great effort was still not
enough~
Facing Lou Xi Yans overly gentle expression, Zhuo Qing was very embarrassed,
heaven~! Looking at an extremely handsome male was really a disaster, both
handsome and gentles male was exactly a disaster within a disaster!! Did he think
that all the people who were in this big pavilion dead?!!
Zhuo Qing was clearly somewhat anxious and superfluous, the several soldiers were
simply gazing fixedly, and the young male was gazing at Zhuo Qing with a
thoughtful face, he simply did not pay attention to the two people who were flirting
with each other.
Lou Xi Yan lightly raised his eyebrows as if his Ling-er was still not used to his
gentleness, it did not matter, he would make her used to it. Withdrawing his line
of sight, Lou Xi Yan looked towards the young male, he introduced and said: This
is General Su Lings third younger brother, General Su Yu.
Facing the males inquiring eyes, Zhuo Qing coldly nodded her head, immediately
walked towards the stretcher and lightly lifted the muslin covering veil. Seeing
clearly the female on the stretcher, Zhuo Qing flashed out an expression for a split
second Qing Feng and Qing Ling looked extremely alike so Zhuo Qing believed
that Qing Mo should also look similar. But seeing the female before her eyes, Zhuo
Qing finally understood why she did not miscalculate. Qing Mo had a delicate small
face, plump forehead, long eyelashes, small and exquisite lips, this person seemed
unimaginably young, did she even reach 15 years old?! This was simply one cute
girl!
This person.. was likely to be Gu Yun!! Zhuo Qing thought about this, there was
a collapse of the heart Even though her heart turned around a thousand time,
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besides her original amazement, her face still had that cold expression. Reaching for
Qing Mos wrist with her hand, Zhuo Qing observed her face.
With regards to Zhuo Qings rudeness, Su Yu did not take it seriously either
because he was used to it!
The first time that he looked at this woman, he was still somewhat unconvinced that
she was Qing Mos elder sister. But after seeing her manner afterwards, he was
convinced They were surely siblings, the same condescending attitudes, the
different was that one was icily arrogant, the other one was.. Zhuo Qing withdrew
her hand, put down the muslin covering veil, Lou Xi Yan was concerned about it
and asked: How is it? Do you or do you not want to look for several Imperial
Physicians to come over and look? Looking at her eyes that flashed through a trace
of loss a moment ago, Lou Xi Yan was worry that she forgot how to treat her.
Zhuo Qing shook her head and answered: It is nothing, bring her into my room first,
allow me to prepare the silver needle, if I am not really able to do anything, then I
can ask the Imperial Physician later on. She wanted to seize this opportunity to be
alone with Qing Mo together this time. If she could not manage to wake her up, then
she would invite the Imperial Physician, ok!
When Su Yu nodded afterwards, the four high ranking military officers took the
stretcher up, the delegation of men walked to Zhai Xing pavilion. Qing Mo was laid
on Zhuo Qings bed, Zhuo Qing turned her head and said to Lou Xi Yan: Xi Yan,
you can go and take care of your business, let Jing Sa stay with me to help, it will be
fine.
Very well. Without saying anything, Lou Xi Yan turned around to go out of Zhai
Xing pavilion.
Helping Qing Mo to cover up with a quilt, Zhuo Qings back was toward Su Yu who
was standing on the outside of the screen, she said: General Su, the acupuncture
will not be done in a short time, it will be better that you return to the manor first to
wait until she wakes up, then I will have someone to send her back to the Generals
manor.
No need to be inconvenient, you begin with the treatment, I will be waiting

outside. Su Yus firm voice was very loud.
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Zhuo Qing rolled her eyes and answered: It is up to you.
Very quickly, the door was closed with a bang (loud) sound.
Looking at the shining silver needle on the table and taking a look at the delicate
woman again who seemed too easy to be broken with a touch in front of her eyes,
Zhuo Qing was anxious, what should she do next?!
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Chapter 59: Qing Mo vs Gu Yun
Looking at the shining silver needle on the table and taking a look at the delicate
woman who seemed too easy to be broken with a touch in front of her eyes again,
Zhuo Qing was anxious, what should she do next?!
Holding the silver needle on her hand, Zhuo Qing said softly by the womans ear:
Yun, if you are still not waking up, I will certainly push down this needle!
She already called Gu Yuns original name, if she was Gu Yun, she should wake up.
Watching attentively at the tiny woman who was still motionless on the bed, Zhuo
Qing was somewhat disappointed, was she really not Gu Yun? The hand that was
holding the silver needle hesitated for a moment, Zhuo Qing still advanced to prick
Qing Mos arm.
Just before the long needle almost pricked the arm, Zhuo Qings wrist was grabbed
by a slender hand, the woman who was on the bed suddenly opened her eyes, leaned
half against the bed curtain and glared at Zhuo Qing, she lowly scolded: You really
want to prick ah!
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows and answered: What do you think?! She
was finally willing to wake up!
Before her eyes was the womans extremely long hair that reached her waist, snow
white skin color, and cute face. The two scars seemed especially unattractive, even
Zhuo Qing saw the scars on this woman this much and felt a pity. Her round eyes
looked like small rabbits eyes but the midstream of that expression was sharp and
firm with radiance, they made Zhuo Qings heart to relax. That was indeed Gu Yuns
right expression but this face Heaven ah, it was really too adorable..
Yun, is it really you? Zhuo Qing still could not help wanting to be certain.
The woman excitedly shrugged her shoulder, indifferently smiled and said: I do not
mind to take a big test! She, herself, was surprised about this face when she had
just woken up.
Propping her chin, the woman was sizing Zhuo Qing up and down, with craftiness
on her face, she laughed and said: Let me think, the most favorite drink that you
like is Hawaiian kona, the most favorite cake is tiramisu, the most favorite thing to
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do is dissecting corpses, the most favorite game to play is the game of zombies,
measurements are 342436.
Stop! That is enough! Zhuo Qing filled her head with sinister lines, she was 100%
sure that the person who was in front of her was that darn woman! No matter how
many sweet outer appearances she had, the temperament was the kind that was not
adorable at all!!
Do you believe it now? Gu Yun looked like she had not yet finished talking.
I believe it! Zhuo Qing gnashed her teeth, why did she not prick several needles
ferociously a moment ago!! Regretted it ah.
I am starving, do you have any food? Gu Yun turned around and got up, her
movement was flexible, she did not look like she had not eaten anything for two
days and two nights. Zhuo Qing could not refrain from laughing: You were really
sleeping for two days and two nights?
I estimated to sleep for three days, I had never thought that they would bring me
here after only two days. This youngster, Su Yu, had usually irreconcilable
differences between the two of them. Who would have thought that during the
crucial moment, he still brought her here.
Walking to the outside screen and taking a few cakes from the table. Zhuo Qing
stuffed them into Gu Yuns hand, shook her head and said: You can really endure.
Taking the cakes, Gu Yun was just eating them, indifferently answered: Not bad,
before the time that we ambushed the drug dealer, I did not die when I did not eat
nor drink anything for three days and three nights, sleeping for two days was a piece
of cake. Fortunately, those physicians were not like Qing who did not have any
humanity and wanted to use pincushion!
Both hands were still on her chest, half leaning against the screen, Zhuo Qing
admiringly smiled and said: According to your talent, is leaving the Generals
manor difficult? Why do you still at the Generals manor up until now? Or you are
actually enchanted by the icy arrogants General Su? She could not help to say that
Su Ling was indeed a very attractive man, Yun liked him was not strange either.
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Clearly glancing at her, Gu Yun unbearably and lowly shouted: after I arrived at
the Generals manor, I only saw him twice altogether, ok?!
Zhuo Qing was looking at this adorable face that was exploding at the moment, could
not help to continue to tease her: That is so called love at first sight, meeting only
once is enough!
She bit him the first time, both of them were trying to kill each other the second time,
if this could be called as love at first sight, then it was indeed sparkle all around! Gu
Yun drooped her head to focus on eating, Zhuo Qing suddenly stepped forward one
step, lifted up her chin, with an evil smile on her face, she asked: Honestly speaking,
you have or have not. Not letting her to finish, the intention already finished,
Gu Yun stared blankly to recall the first time she met with Su Ling, her complexion
flashed a trace of blushing, firmly slapped Zhuo Qings hand, Gu Yun scolded and
said: I have not! You, this woman whose brain is filled with yellow (pornographic)
thought.
I have yellow thought? Zhuo Qing could not ignore her face that looked unnatural,
faintly smiled and snorted: I have not seemed to say anything yet, is this or is this
not the legend about confessing without being pressed?
Zhuo Qing____
Zhuo Qing could hear the sound of someones grinding her teeth, hurriedly
exchanged the subject: I am very curious, the Generals manor really does not have
any woman.
Gu Yun impatiently answered: Indeed, there is none, even the mosquitos are all
males!
Zhuo Qing lowly smiled: I have not seen you for only two months, you have a lot
of humors!
Gu Yun casted one glance at her, sneeringly said: I see that you like to gossip!
How come she had not discovered this characteristic before!
Zhuo Qing did not get angry either, excitedly raised her shoulder, smily said: There
is nothing to do, it is boring.
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Boring? What kind of crafty answer was this. Not bothering with her, Gu Yun got
up to find water to drink, her bare feet were stepping on the long feather carpet, Gu
Yun walked to the round table to get a cup of water for herself. Suddenly, there was
a sound of a hard to constrain laughter from behind her, Gu Yun turned her head
around, only saw Zhuo Qing who was bracing on the wall, with convulsed laughter,
she said: You said that my 163 cm height was a dwarf during that time. May I ask,
if your 158 cm height is called a midget now?!
The heaven really had eyes ah~~!!
Gu Yuns face was black, coldly said: One minute.
Looking at her own petite womans shoulder, looked thin like a bean sprout, Zhuo
Qing laughed more ridiculously, reversal of the wheel of fortune. Yun was always
proud of her own 175 cm height and also suffered a beaten for a moment!
Gu Yuns face was more and more black, getting close to one minute time, Zhuo
Qing finally restrained from laughing, if Yun really got angry, it was not fun
anymore.
Gu Yun coldly snorted: Did you laugh enough?!
Zhuo Qing could only nod, otherwise she was afraid that she could not help to laugh
out loud again.
Staring at the corner of mouth of that woman who was twitching, Gu Yun was
somewhat helpless and saying: Our time together is limited, do you still want to
continue on this trivial nonsense or discuss properly on what to do next?
Zhuo Qing pressed down his smiling expression, finally seriously answered: You
speak now, I will hear it.
Actually the reason why I have not left the Generals manor immediately is because
of two reasons. First, you have already seen it, this body is actually very weak, I
need time to make her strong and flexible. Second, I have discovered this at the
Generals manor. Finished talking, Gu Yun took out a piece of white paper from
her waist and opened it on the table.
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Zhuo Qing moved closer to look, before her eyes was a bright paper: This..
looked like our unfathomable mystery bagua plate that we saw before we came
here? The diagram of the bagua plate, every detailed line was extremely alike, they
felt newer than the last time they saw that one.
Correct, I guess that we can return to this place, it is most likely because of it. If we
want to go back, we will still have to depend on its ability.
Zhuo Qing muttered to herself and said: It is a collection at the Generals manor?
Gu Yun shook her head and answered: I only saw the portrait of this diagram at the
Generals manor. It is said that this is Su Ling family clans emblem, where is the
collection at, only the Su familys eldest son, Su Ling and the old clans elder know.
I still remain at the Generals manor at the present time because of this.
Is there any clue?
No. Even Su Yu, Su Ren were not clear, it was estimated that she could only start
from Su Ling to find the place. Gu Yun sighed and said: I heard that Qing Feng was
at the Palace banquet doing autopsy, I guessed that it was surely you, therefore, I
pretended to faint to see you. I had passed these days like this, how about you? How
is the situation?
Zhuo Qings appearance was very gloomy, faintly answered: The situation is
complicated
Gu Yun was somewhat startled, what matter could cause the always capable forensic
investigator to be completely gloomy like this?!
This body of mine is not Qing Feng at the moment, rather it is the Qing familys
elder sister, Qing Ling. Because Qing Feng and Qing Lings looks are very similar
so the officials have delivered the wrong people. Qing Ling originally, should belong
to Qiong Yues Emperor, Yan Hong Tian, moreover, it seemed that Yan Hong Tian
and Qing Ling had friendly relations in the past. Yan Hong Tian is an extremely
arrogant and blood thirstys man, he believes that Qing Ling is deliberately plan to
impersonate Qing Feng. He almost choked me to death, so I had no choice but to
pretend to have amnesia~
Amnesia? Gu Yun broke into laughter: Good idea.
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Since we started it, we must carry it through whatever happened, I lied to him by
saying that I was already Lou Xi Yans woman, who would have thought that Lou
Xi Yan did not expose me.
Gu Yun blinked, colorfully asked: Did you really lie to him?
Zhuo Qings sharp eyes flew over, Gu Yun mockingly said: Fine, please continue.
Finally, Yan Hong Tian said that he wanted to investigate this matter thoroughly.
Under Lou Xi Yans protection, I am able to stay at the Prime Ministers manor but
is forbidden to go out. Unfortunately, Qing Feng was sent to enter the Imperial
prison. With regards to Qing Feng, that stubborn person who made people feel sorry
for that woman, Zhuo Qing was always unable to let go.
Having never met Qing Feng, Gu Yun actually did not pay attention, but she was
worried about Zhuo Qing, nothing more: In other words, Lou Xi Yan and Yan Hong
Tian are vying for you now?
Zhuo Qing sighed: Precisely speaking, they are vying for Qing Ling.
Yan Hong Tian is vying for whom, I do not dare to be certain. Lou Xi Yan has not
seen Qing Ling in the past, he is vying absolutely for you. This situation at the
moment, it is best that you stay by Lou Xi Yans side, he is the only one who can
protect you. This time that she was staying at the Generals manor, she understood
a little bit about this ancient era. Even though she unexpectedly admitted that within
these six countries, if Yan Hong Tian wanted a thing, it would really be rare that he
could not obtain it.
It can only be like this. Zhuo Qing was clearly understood at this point.
Looking at her somewhat dejected manner, Gu Yun lowly smiled and said: Did you
not say it was boring, you could still do other things conveniently.
Zhuo Qing could not even forced a smile: What do you want to talk rubbish about.
I do not want to say any rubbish ah, I only think that Xi Yan is really not bad. She
heard inside the Hua Ting pavilion a moment ago but it was not very clear!
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This woman would still hold a grudge!! Deciding not to be at odds with her big talk
and thinking about Qian Jings matter, Zhuo Qing seriously said: I want to ask for
your help about one matter.
Gu Yun refreshingly answered: Say it.
The guard at the Lieutenant General at the Generals manor was killed by a man
named Qian Jing. I am also not clear on the specific of the situation, I will look for
an opportunity to do the autopsy. I hope that you can help me investigate this whether
or not he is the real murderer in this matter. Gu Yuns investigation case, the logic
was clear, the thoughts were meticulous, examination was fine and detailed, she had
more confidence in her ability to handle the case.
I pretended to pass out for two days so did not know what matter had happened.
With an astute eyes that were sweeping Zhuo Qings rather worried face, Gu Yun
asked: Why do you want to help him? Qings manner did not look like it was just
an ordinary case.
Yun still had the same sharp mind, Zhuo Qing did not plan on hiding it either, she
answered: He has already saved my life twice, I owe him a favor. Moreover, I can
not say that Im helping him now either, if he is guilty, I have nothing to say. But if
he is not guilty, you do not wish for one innocent life to die in a tragic circumstance
either, right? She simply could not let any miscarriage of justice arose on her hand,
this was not only her own standard, but also Yuns standard. She believed that Yun
would agree to her request.
Sure enough, Gu Yun nodded her head and answered: I got it.
Jing Sas muffled voice echoed from the outside of the door: Miss Qing, the
Imperial physician has arrived.
Zhuo Qing frowned, a deep sound answered: I am right in the middle of the needle
treatment, do not come in to disturb me.
Through the window paper, Zhuo Qing could faintly see that Su Yu was still outside
the courtyard waiting. Two people looked one glance at each other, Zhuo Qing said:
I see that Su Yu will not let you remain here, wait until I go out to explain that you
have already woken up but you must do acupuncture every week. Otherwise, the
injury will be life threatening, this way we can exchange information every week. It
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is best that we do not act blindly without thinking comparatively at this present
situation.
Good. Gu Yun also thought that it was the best like this, even if they both escaped
now, it would be useless, they would be caught again very quickly.
Take care of yourselves.
I will, you also take care of yourselves.
Both peoples mutual understanding was smiling at each other, only faintly and
mutually saying to be careful, did not say anything again.
Gu Yun put the cup that she was using back to the original place properly, her hand
moved the empty plate and placed it inside the partition underneath the round table,
then she used the table cloth to cover it up properly.
Looking at Gu Yun was getting busy, afterwards, she returned to the bed rapidly to
lie down. Zhuo Qing lowly laughed, Yun was indeed cautious comparatively.
Gu Yun gave her an ok gesture, Zhuo Qing walked and opened the door.
How was it? Zhuo Qing just walked out of the door now, Su Yu already strode
forward to come over, his whole face was anxious. Zhuo Qings expression slightly
flashed, this did not look like an attitude between a brother in laws treatment
towards an older sister in law!
Covering up her radiant eyes, Zhuo Qing answered: She has already awaken but
her body is still relatively weak. She must have an acupuncture every seven days,
after the next ten treatments, it should not recur during the year.
Su Yu urgently said: What kind of illness does she have after all? Seeking several
good physicians could not make her wake up.
What kind of illness? Zhuo Qing said without thinking it through: Congenital
interstitial cell of cajal hyperplasia with neuronal intestinal dysphasia. See 1 below.
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What. What. What? Su Yu did not even understand one word that he had
listened, turned his head to look towards the Imperial physicians on the side and
asked: What is this?
Eh.. this this old subject
The sweat on his forehead came out quickly.
Gu Yun who was laying down pretending to be weak almost spurted laugh, suddenly
turned over to roll her eyes, she could still break it off!
The Imperial physician was stammering and could not say the reason why for a long
time, Su Yu impatiently looked towards Zhuo Qing and said: Forget about it, I will
send her back here after seven days. As long as the treatment was good. Finished
speaking, Su Yu crossed over Zhuo Qing to go to the inside of the room, soon, the
four member of the soldiers carried Gu Yun once again.
Separating the light muslin, two peoples eyes met, passed on an expression to take
care of each other, then moved away respectively.
Su Yu walked to Jing Sas side, cupped his hands and said: Head housekeeper Jing,
I take my leave.
Please, General Su. Jing Sa followed Su Yus party to go out of Zhai Xing
pavilion.
Besides asking about Gu Yuns condition, Su Yu only looked one glance at Zhuo
Qing from start to finish. After that she was considered as a nobody, the corner of
Zhuo Qings mouth lightly raised, it appeared that the General manor peoples
disregard of women had already reached to a certain degree. How did Gu Yun live
among these group of men, really curious.
Madam.
Zhuo Qing turned her head around to look, the old Imperial physician was still in a
daze and standing behind her, with sincere face, he asked for guidance: Can this
old official ask for guidance, that.. what is the abnormal illness?
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Zhuo Qing broke into laughter, lightly coughed and answered: This. is very
complicated, you go back first, ok, it is already late.
Zhuo Qing was unwilling to speak about the matter too much, the old Imperial
physician did not ask again. Bowing to salute afterwards, he went out.
Stretching her body, Zhuo Qings mood was rather good, she finally saw Yun, her
worrys heart could finally be put down a little. In this different world, she felt that
one person would move forward together with you, made people feel relieved by a
lot.
Narrowing her eyes, the sunset was gradually leaving behind the red clouds on the
whole sky, one bright day had already passed. Zhuo Qing was just preparing to go
to Qian Ting pavilion to have a meal, she still had not taken any step, and just saw
Jing Sas dark face coming over towards her. Zhuo Qings mind was immediately
alarmed and she asked: It can not be that there is somebody who is coming again,
right?
The Emperor has arrived. Jing Sas cold voice answered Zhuo Qings guessing
heart, Zhuo Qing thought that she, herself, went crazy.
What good day was today after all. still had not completely finished.. Deeply
breathing, Zhuo Qing asked: where is Lou Xi Yan?
Master has not returned yet.
Recalling Yan Hong Tians violent and impetuous manner on that evening, Zhuo
Qing waved her hand and said: Then, you just tell him that I am sick, almost dead,
I can not meet.
Who is sick, almost dead? A muffled mans voice had a trace of displeasure
echoed at the gate of the Zhai Xing pavilion.
This voice.. No need to see to know who the person who came.
Zhuo Qing felt as though her head could explode, Lou Xi Yan was not here, Yan
Hong Tian had already heard her lying, this time she could only suffer.
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Pay respect to the Emperor. Jing Sa stood sideways to salute, crossing over his
shoulder, Zhuo Qing really saw that violent figure walked over towards her
straightforwardly.
Being pragmatic, ok! Zhuo Qing was just about to salute, Yan Hong Tians big hands
already gripped her arms, lightly supported her to get up, extremely natural and
lightly seized her shoulder, lowly smiled, lightly roared and said: Xiao Ling-er,
Zhen (see 2 below) has not come to see you since I have been relatively busy this
time, you are not allowed to be angry.
His intonation was really gentle but the substance was still the same overbearing,
Zhuo Qing was rigid all over, Mister It seemed that we.. we were not actually
very familiar, ok?!
Yan Hong Tian could appear at this time, surely after observing the opportunity.
Zhuo Qing had already prepared mentally that this could not be good, but Yan Hong
Tians face was concentrated with serene and his eyes concentrated with doting on
her. Zhuo Qing firmly swallowed a mouthful of saliva, started not knowing what to
say.. Yan Hong Tian, this was.. so terrible??
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Chapter 60: Zhuo Qings Suspicions
Not knowing what tricks that Yan Hong Tian wanted to play, Zhuo Qing told herself
to be calmed and observe his change, to be calmed and observe his change!!
Her shoulder that was held by him looked as if it was gentle, in fact he was using a
fixed forced that made people unable to move a single step, Zhuo Qing could only
hold her head to the side.
Unfortunately, Yan Hong Tian was not a good person to deal with, pinching Zhuo
Qings chin to make her head turn over. Yan Hong Tian lightly sticked his lips to
her ear, a muffled mans voice and burning hot breath echoed softly: Why do I see
that you are so nervous, are you afraid?
What did he believe he was doing?! When he was happy, he wanted to be with you,
but when he was not happy, he wanted your life! Zhuo Qing ignored the burning hot
sensation on her ear, coldly answered: My neck was weak.
Still holding a grudge ah! Sensing Zhuo Qings anger, Yan Hong Tian laughed
heartily instead and said: Be at ease, I am still not willing to want your little head
now. Because you had a new function.
He was still not willing now? The idea that he was saying that his mood was not
good on that day so he wanted the other persons life!! It was good if he did not say
it, this answer made Zhuo Qing who grew up under the rule of society law was even
angrier, coldly snorted and said: Then, I still have to really thank you lo! Excuse
me, I must leave.
Regardless of how tight his grabbing on her, Zhuo Qing determined to struggle free
from his hand. Yan Hong Tian did not force her either, he allowed her to go, but he
laughed towards her back and said: Zhen came wanting to let you know about one
good news.
Zhuo Qing remained unmoved and continued to move forwards, Yan Hong Tian did
not block her path either: I had already investigated and found out that everything
was because of Hao Yues officials negligence. They caused you to have amnesia
and delivered you all to the wrong places. You and I can forget and not bear any
recrimination, as far as Qing Feng
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Yan Hong Tian deliberately halted his speech, Zhuo Qings footsteps stopped after
she heard Qing Fengs name. Turning around to look towards the face of a
complacent man, Zhuo Qing groaned and said: What do you want?
Yan Hong Tian was fixing his eyes on her but not willing to say any word.
Darn man!! Zhuo Qing was cursing while walking to his side, looking at her giving
in obediently, Yan Hong Tians mood was joyful, smily said: Be at ease, I will give
an order to release her, she will be bestowed a title as____ Imperial concubine Qing
today. How is that? (See below).
She did not know how high rank was the Imperial concubine pin title in the harem,
as long as Qing Feng did not have to worry about her life, she would be at ease, she
consciously nodded her head. Yan Hong Tian suddenly took out one block of a
slightly larger than half of the palm, a little golden token from his sleeve, handed it
over to Zhuo Qing.
Zhuo Qing was somewhat hesitating but she still accepted it, one side of the token
was engraved by the instruction words, the other side was engraved by a pair of
dragons. The middle of the dragons had an impressive three dimensional Yans
word, fiddling with it for a moment, Zhuo Qing asked: What is this?
I bestow you this token, if you have this, you can enter the palace at any time.
When Yan Hong Tian took out the token, Jing Sas eyes flashed through a touch of
different color, Gao Jin breathed a mouthful of cold air, but Zhuo Qing
concentratedly put the stuff on her hand and did not pay too much attention.
Listening to Yan Hong Tians explanation, Zhuo Qing merely made an Oh sound.
She would basically not enter the palace after all, in theory, this Imperial token was
basically useless for her.
How many people would seek but could not get the token that he bestowed to her,
the supreme and glory of the Imperial token, she unexpectedly had this facial
expression?! Yan Hong Tians complexion was dark: You seems to be not happy!
What did he want her to think? Feeling overwhelmed and weeping by his favor or
falling down on the ground to wish him and shout thank you for the Imperial favor,
or else giving him a shameless face?! Unfortunately, Zhuo Qing had never used to
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kneel and bow down to the western style underpants, so taking the Imperial token
and hanging the rope conveniently on her wrist, she raised her head and put a trace
of smiling expression, Zhuo Qing answered: Thank you. She asked one question
that she was concerned about at the moment: Do I have the freedom to enter and
exit the Prime Ministers manor?
Of course, you can. Approaching Zhuo Qing, Yan Hong Tian mutteringly said:
Where do you want to go, Zhen is willing to accompany you.
I was not willing!
Even though Zhuo Qing wished that she could go out immediately but looking at
Yan Hong Tians overflowing mood, she hurriedly answered: I did not want to go
anywhere, only casually asked.
But if Zhen wants to go to a place, you can accompany Zhen. Simply not Zhuo
Qings desire, Yan Hong Tian was holding her hand, then walked over towards the
outside door.
The hand that was held tightly and dragged by Yan Hong Tian, Zhuo Qing could
only shouted: Hold on, hold on!
Yan Hong Tian finally stopped his footsteps, his serene and calm eyes were gazing
at her.
No matter where he wanted to take her, Zhuo Qing did not have any interest, but it
would bring her own bad luck if she provoked him. Lightly lifting up both of their
hands that were holding together, Zhuo Qing deliberately bowed her head to take a
look at her own simple and tasteless green cheong sam (long skirt), mockingly said:
This.. I have to freshen up and make myself presentable, I have to trouble you to
let go of my hand first.
She might be able to drag this for a period of time, right! Zhuo Qings heart cried
piteously_____ Lou Xi Yan! How could you still not return ah ah. ()
The eagle eyes slightly narrowed, glancing at Zhuo Qing up and down, Yan Hong
Tian not only not letting go of his hand, but actually he was holding her palm tighter,
laughed heartily and said: Zhen is very happy that you care so much at Zhens
foresight that you want to please with your own appearance, however, it is not
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needed because Zhen feels that you are very beautiful like this at the moment. Green
color really suited her and also her name compelled the ingenuousness of people.
The only feeling that she had at this moment was her desire to weep but she had no
tears, she was almost dragged to walk all the way out of the manor. Zhuo Qing turned
around to look one glance at the silent Jing Sa, he was trying to open his mouth but
still closed it at the end. Jing Sa was unable to save her, should she shout for Lou Xi
Yan Yan? Still wanting to make him in a confrontation with Yan Hong Tian because
of her once again, Zhuo Qing hesitated.
While she was hesitating for a moment, she was already pulled by Yan Hong Tian
to the outside of the Prime Ministers manor.
Gao Jin had already prepared a chariot ahead of time, respectfully said: The
Emperor, the chariot is already prepared.
Yan Hong Tian swept a glance at the back of the spacious and luxurious chariot, but
he did not enter it and just passed by it, he rather walked to the front side of the
caravan to fancy one pure black fine horse. Agilely turning over, Yan Hong Tian
already got on the horse, extended towards Zhuo Qings hand and said: Come up.
Zhuo Qing was startled, she had never ridden a horse!! Moreover, she also did not
want to cram on the horseback with Yan Hong Tian like that!
I do not. ###.
One fierce strength lifted her up, the strength was big that it could snap her hand off,
Zhuo Qing had no choice in order not to completely handicapped her hand. She
could only follow this strength and spread her legs to sit on the horseback.
This man really did not know anything about having any tender feeling with a
woman!! Zhuo Qing was kneading her arm while she was cursing, only heard a
sound by the side of her ear: Sit properly. She was on the horse and it felt like an
arrow was flying from a bow string!
The fine horse was running wildly for the whole journey, the speed was quick, Zhuo
Qing almost could not open her eyes. Yan Hong Tians hand was encircling Zhuo
Qings waist tightly, his scorching palm was sticking close to her abdomen.
Unfortunately, Zhuo Qing basically did not have any mood to feel this kind of
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perception of ambiguous attitude to give her a shock heart, she used her entire energy
to balance her body as to not making her fall down from the horseback.
The severe jolt made her want to vomit, it appeared that they had gone for a long
time, Zhuo Qing felt pain in her waist. Yan Hong Tian grasped firmly on the rein,
urgently braked, the horse stopped in a second. Zhuo Qing breathed deeply several
times and opened her eyes slowly.
Seeing clearly the scene before her eyes, Zhuo Qing breathed a mouthful of cold air.
Extremely quick and wildly running made the sturdy fine horse gasped for breath of
puff air, suddenly and urgently stopping made it agitated incessantly to trample on
the four hoofs. And ahead of it was________ ##.
The side of the stones cliff as the horses hooves was urgently stepping on, tumbling
down from time to time, one could hear a drop of pattering sound of stones that
echoed with a weaken sound. However, one was not able to hear the sound that fell
to the ground all along, it could be seen clearly how deep this overhanging cliff was.
Zhuo Qings heart was eager and anxious, the speed was so quick a moment ago, if
the horse was unable to stop slightly, in that case, she and him already died horribly,
she experienced this mans arrogance one more time or_____ fearless of dying!!
Zhuo Qing was still afraid, but a calm and composed man who was behind her,
asked: Do you like it?
Zhuo Qing recovered, followed his line of sight to look towards the distant place,
she started to admire the scene before her eyes again. The steep cliff was as far as
the eyes could see, ahead was the verdant and lush peaks of the green jade mountain
range, even though the sun was already set in the west, there was still lingering
clouds and mist. The afterglow of the setting sun was still as powerful as the red
clouds that invaded the clouds and mist, the green plants filled the eyes, the horizon
appeared to be influenced by the same lingering from the clouds and mist and looked
like a countless of fiery dragons that were playing with the green jade mountain like
appearance. The scene before her eyes was aggressive, boundless and yet did not
lose the charming and gentle scenery!
The cool breeze was blowing, the current beautiful scenery, it appeared to place
oneself on the outside of the painting, also appeared to be trapped among them, it
was really a beautiful experience for oneself, Zhuo Qing had never experienced this
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feeling. Nodding her head, Zhuo Qings sincerely praised and said: En, it is very
beautiful.
Becoming aware that the person who was behind her lightly jumped, Yan Hong Tian
settled to stand by the side of the cliff afterwards. He stretched his hand, Zhuo Qing
could not have any argument this time, hurriedly grabbed his palm to conveniently
come down from the horse.
Taking a deep breath, sure enough, he could still realistically give her even more
sense of security.
Zhuo Qing wanted to retake her hand, but Yan Hong Tian did not agree to let go, his
domineerings eyes swept across the horizon, slightly raised his voice to her ear with
a clear sound: As long as you like it, the thing in this whole world, no matter if it is
a treasure and distinguish beast, or many evening stars on the cloud, Zhen can make
all of them belong to you.
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows, the man who was beside her approached
people aggressively, the perfect shot from the side as if a carved stone with the
distinct edge and corner. Not too far away, three rows of strong Imperial bodyguard
squadrons guarded against them who were in the middle, the heaven and earth
seemed to respond during his bold and visionary words. He was the King of Qiong
Yue, the master of the whole world, standing at this highest level, his domineering
way might be justified. Zhuo Qing had to admit that he was really attractive at this
moment.
But. ###.
Zhuo Qing was an absolute materialist, lightly shook her head, she could not help to
smile and say: Was your arrogance born within you?
The woman who was beside him had a disapproving face, Yan Hong Tians eagle
eyes slightly narrowed, coldly snorted and said: Do you not believe me?
Here we go again, he was liked a time bomb that could detonate whenever and at
any time, Zhuo Qing shrugged her shoulder, perfunctorily answered: I believe you.
Yan Hong Tians eyes that were dark at first, suddenly caught a trace of smiling
expression, she basically did not believe. Even though she was perfunctory, she
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would not be stingy to change and appear like this direct. She really was not afraid
of him one bit, this discovery made Yan Hong Tian feel very interesting.
Whirling Zhuo Qings hand, Yan Hong Tian smily said: The first time that Zhen
saw you, it was also the time when the sun set in the west like this, a small rabbit
sustained an injury on the roadside and it caught your attention. You were so timid
but kindhearted at that time, made Zhen unable to imagine that you could still cut
open a corpse at the main hall, at that time, you were so Yan Hong Tian had
a smile on his face and was looking at her, did not continue to speak, Zhuo Qing
unconcernedly continued to say: Cold blooded? He always emphasized that Qing
Ling was so kindhearted, then, in other words, she was very cruel to do dissection.
It was not like there was nobody who had said that she was a woman and also a
forensic investigator, it would make people think that she was cold blooded.
Unfortunately, she always took exception to it because she always firmly knew what
she was doing. Exerting herself to pull back her own hand, Zhuo Qings cold voice
answered: I am sorry, I forgot what kind of person I was before. She was not Qing
Ling.
His little beauty was angry, just before Zhuo Qing had enough time to resist, Yan
Hong Tian already encircled her to his bosom. Both of the tip of their noses were
sticking tightly, each others breaths seemed to blend together, Zhuo Qing wanted
to retreat but the hand that was on her waist was even more tightening up: It does
not matter, Zhen will surely make you fall in love with Zhen again.
The muffled voice was not loud and clear, the strength on her waist, nevertheless,
reminded Zhuo Qing clearly about this mans determination. Zhuo Qing held her
breath, did not dare to move once because she was afraid that her breathing would
exert a little bit of strength, then their lips would touch together!
Just when she did not know what to do, there was a rushing horses hoof sounds
came from a distance to come nearer, Zhuo Qing hurriedly raised her eyes to see,
she could finally see that meager silhouette.
Lou Xi Yans appearance made Zhuo Qings heart indescribably settle a little, her
relaxing mood made her to ignore Yan Hong Tians corner of mouth that had a trace
of profound smiling expression.
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Yan Hong Tian was looking at that envious silhouette who came around and
chuckled, he came very quickly!
Yan Hong Tian slightly raised his hand, the calvary immediately let that one person
to come into the gap of the entrance, Lou Xi Yan urged the horse to enter the open
gap.
Stopping in front of Yan Hong Tian, Lou Xi Yan dismounted gracefully, his gaze
had already swept through Yan Hong Tians hand that was still not letting go of
Zhuo Qings waist. Lou Xi Yans face did not change, lowly narrated: Chen, pays
respect to The Emperor.
Yan Hong Tians good mood secretly mocked and said: Xi Yan also came, really
coincidental.
Lou Xi Yan lightly smiled, calmly answered: Chen was worry for the Emperors
safety.
Really? Worry for his safety?! Yan Hong Tian narrowed his eyes, besides Lou Xi
Yan, he could only see Mo Bai who was not too distance. Obviously rushing over
hurriedly after he received the news, but he still said shamelessly that he was worry
for him.
Ck, ck, Xi Yan really set his heart on this small thing! Interesting, this game would
be fun!
Pressing close to Zhuo Qing again, he whispered on her ear and said: Take a good
care of your Imperial token.
Finished speaking, Yan Hong Tian let go of the hand that was encircling Zhuo
Qings waist, put his hands on his back, a clear sound smiled and said: It is already
late, return to the palace. Yan Hong Tian straddled on the horse and it ran quickly,
did not look one glance at Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Yan again. Zhuo Qing, however,
was watching at the back figure that was in a far distance, did not move away for a
very long time.
Lou Xi Yans eyes flashed through a trace of annoyance, but it was actually
concealed excellently, faintly asked: What are you thinking?
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I have this kind of strange feeling. Zhuo Qing had not regained her line of sight
either.
What kind of feeling? How was it possible that she already had feeling so quickly
for Yan Hong Tian?! Lou Xi Yans face looked the same as usual, but his own heart
had this kind of strange feeling.
Zhuo Qing shook her head, smily said: I do not know how to say it.
Looking at Yan Hong Tians back, she suddenly had this type of strange feeling, if
Yan Hong Tian really liked Qing Ling so much, why did he not take the person to
enter the Imperial palace immediately, and still wanted to let her live together with
this one subject? If he did not like her, why did he want to spend time to dally with
her?! And he still gave this thing?! Recalling Yan Hong Tians words before he left,
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her hand, the gold token was suddenly shown on her hand
and asked: Is this thing very useful?
Seeing clearly the thing on her hand, Lou Xi Yan stared blankly, he unexpectedly
gave the Imperial token to her!! What did Hong Tian want after all?!
Detecting Zhuo Qings probing expression, Lou Xi Yan faintly answered: This is
the Emperors special Imperial token, if you have this Imperial token, you can enter
the palace at any time, you will not be subjected to the palaces restriction. All levels
of the officials who see the Imperial token will also have to show courtesy to some
degree to you. As far as I know, Qiong Yue only has a total of six Imperial tokens
like this currently.
So, it is actually like that. How precious? No wonder that Xi Yans eyes flashed
through an amazement just now.
Fine, I would take a good care of this first, maybe it would be useable later.
Taking the Imperial token into her waist pocket, Zhuo Qing suddenly thought of
Qian Jing, raised her head and asked: Can you let Mo Bai to send me to Criminal
Prison Divisions office? The General manors person was killed and the suspect
who committed the crime was Qian Jing. I want to see the corpse as quickly as
possible.
Qian Jing.
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Lou Xi Yan pondered for a moment and recalled this person, he had saved her. Lou
Xi Yan did not say anything and pulled the reins, he answered: I will accompany
you.
You are very tired today, it is ok if you just let Mo Bai to send me there.
It does not matter. Lou Xi Yan already straddled on the horse, then stretched his
hand towards her.
Riding a horse again~~ Thinking that her stomach had that churnings feeling a
moment ago, Zhuo Qing unconsciously frowned but she did not say anything.
Grasping Lou Xi Yans hand to leverage strength to get on the horseback.
Her body was stiffed to maintain the balance, Zhuo Qing took a deep breath to
prepare to meet a challenge well!
Lou Xi Yan was looking at the tensed body of the female who was in front of him,
and could not help to break into laughter. Leaning his body forward, Lou Xi Yan
lightly kicked the horses abdomen, the white horse was running slowly.
The horses speed was not quick at all, Lou Xi Yans two hands were holding on the
reins, half encircling her on his bosom, Zhuo Qings tensed heart was slowly letting
go in the end. Looking at her relaxing in the end, Lou Xi Yans speed was somewhat
accelerated, the horse was somewhat bumpy. Behind Lou Xi Yans warm embrace,
Zhuo Qings body was tensed one more time. Lou Xi Yan used his free hand
helplessly to embrace her waist lightly, helped her to settle down on his bosom, and
concentrated on riding the horse.
Leaning comfortably and lightly on Lou Xi Yans bosom, Zhuo Qing conceded that
riding a horse did not seem to be a bad matter, but her clears heartbeat sounded from
the sleeveless garment to come through. She felt her own heartbeat was chasing
along with his speed, kept accelerating.
Lou Xi Yans eyes stroke across a touch of extraordinary splendor, the corner of his
mouth was unconsciously perked up.
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Following them closely, Mo Bai discovered that the Masters horse seemed to go
slower and slower, he was afraid that they would not arrive at the Criminal Prison
Divisions office until dusk.
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Chapter 61: The Throwing Knifes Mystery
The deceased had thirteen sharp injuries, four places on the arms, six places on the
legs, two places on the abdomen and one place on the chest. The dimension of the
wounds were about an inch by an inch, incisions were neat, the wounds did not have
distinct enlargements. The deceaseds fatal wound was on the left chest to the heart,
it was a penetration that pierced through the wound, the length of the wound was
about an inch and caused by the cross sectional view of the wound, the lethal weapon
should be a double edge sharp tool.
Piling up with ice cubes in the inside of the icehouse, the cold air was pressing, a
row of an open coffin made people unable to bear to swallow saliva. An oil lamp on
the table seemed to feel this negative air, there was no wind but the oil lamp was
shaking violently. One haggard man was laying down inside the coffin stiffly, there
was a pair of fine hands inspected and measured every wound on his body
conscientiously. A clear and cold womans voice was talking indifferently and
thoroughly, this kind of environment was somewhat making ones blood run cold.
The deceaseds cause of death was the rupture of the inside vein on the chest that
reached up to the heart, serious internal bleeding, the lung collapsed under pressure
to cause the dislocation of the diaphragm, this lead to breathing and circulatory
failures and death.
Finding out the position of the mortal wound in the heart, Zhuo Qing stretched her
hand and said: The throwing knife.
A young minor government official who was at the side and busy recording hurriedly
handed over the throwing knife, soon after, his hand held the writing brush tightly
once again, extremely cold..##.
Comparing for a moment, Zhuo Qing lowly said: Dan Yu Lan, come over here and
see.
Dan Yu Lan walked towards Zhuo Qings side, only saw that she put the throwing
knife on the lateral side of the heart simultaneously, approached the cross section
slowly to compare it, the width of the cross sections wound was bigger than the
throwing knife by a lot. When he was doing the dissection at that time, he also
discovered this finding so he could consult with her. The myocardiums wound was
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a lot bigger than the murder weapon, this explained that the stabbing on the
deceaseds heart was not caused by the throwing knife?
Zhuo Qing shook her head, with a cold sound answered: I can not be certain, the
icehouses temperature is not low enough. The corpse was delivered in the evening,
the internal organs already appeared to slightly dissolve on their own. Moreover, the
double edged blade of the sharp weapon created the internal organs injury, it was
also possible that the wound would have an enlarged appearance.
This, this, this temperature.. was still not low enough #.
While admiring to look towards the woman who was standing in front of Prime
Minister Lou, he took a thick cloak to drape it on her body. He put only a thin robe
on his own body, and he had stood inside the icehouse for almost half a shichen (1
hour) and his face did not even change any color, was he not cold?!
Zhuo Qing returned the throwing knife to Dan Yu Lan, strangely asked: Why did
you think that this wound was not caused by the throwing knife?
The deceased had 13 wounds like this on the body, but the bailiffs at the scene only
discovered 12 throwing knives, and these wounds looked as if they were indeed
caused by the throwing knives, but regardless of the strengths and locations, all of
his other wounds were rather different than this mortal wound on the chest. The
other wounds were distinctly light and located at the hands and feet so they were not
fatal, why only put this one knife in the middle of the heart, the strength was great
so it was actually pierced the body!
Zhuo Qing agreed with his analysis, this was indeed somewhat strange. Her shoulder
was draped by Lou Xi Yans cloak, Zhuo Qing did not feel articulately cold but
he.. Looking towards Lou Xi Yan who was behind her, Zhuo Qing was
somewhat embarrassed, let he, himself accompany her to Criminal Prison Divisions
office and she still caused trouble to him to make him foolishly waiting for half a
shichen (1 hr) inside the icehouse. Zhuo Qing took off the gloves and said: The
information on the corpse can only be like these temporarily, we go out first, ok.
Three people went out of the icehouse, the always silents Lou Xi Yan suddenly
said: Official Dan, we want to see Qian Jing, is it possible or not? Zhuo Qing
slightly looked distracted, she wanted to go and see Qian Jing but she originally
planned to go tomorrow on her own, unexpectedly, he actually said first
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Of course, you can, please follow me. Lou Xi Yan was in charge in the Ministry
of Justice and he had already asked, Dan Yu Lan did not have any reason to decline.
..
The autopsy room was originally not too far from the Ministry of Justices prison,
three people approached the gate of the prison where the criminal was locked up.
They saw one man, one woman and one young official who appeared to have a small
dispute. When they saw Dan Yu Lans silhouette, the official was relaxed clearly,
urgently walked to his front and said: Official Daren, the people from the Generals
manor have said that they want to see the criminal, what do you think?
Dan Yu Lan had not replied yet, a loud and clear sound of a man already took the
lead and echoed: Official Dan.
Su Yu looked at the person who was behind Dan Yu Lan, his brows were
unconsciously wrinkled, his mouth still called out respectfully: Prime Minister
Lou. Why was Lou Xi Yan here also?!
After being greeted, Lou Xi Yan lightly nodded, unlike Su Yus outer appearance
that was clearly amazed, Lou Xi Yans face could not be seen any slightest
difference.
Dan Yu Lan slightly cupped his hands to greet and answer: General Su Yu.
Su Yu walked towards the front of Dan Yu Lan, perhaps this was the distinctive of
the soldiers imposing manner, even though his voice did not count as loud, but his
words were still somewhat threatening: The one who died this time was the General
manors Lieutenant General. I hope that I can hear the case publicly, Official Dan
will not oppose to it, right?
Dan Yu Lans complexion did not change, unhurriedly answered: Of course, this
small official will handle and judge the case impartially, if General Su is interested,
please join us. How many people were concerned about this, this case did not
seem easy to handle.
Dan Yu Lan and Su Yu walked ahead, but the woman who was beside Su Yu did
not catch up with him, she was rather waiting for Zhuo Qing to come over.
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Gu Yun who was full of vigor, standing to wait for her, Zhuo Qing smilingly said:
You are really an action activist. She was not even doubtful with regard to this,
this was Gu Yun.
However, Gu Yun did not pay attention to Zhuo Qing at all, a pair of bright eyes
were looking up and down at Lou Xi Yan without any restrain, with a somewhat
smiling expression, Gu Yun lightly asked: Lou Xi Yan?
The eyes of the woman who should perhaps be called a tiny girl, were not like an
ordinary woman with her hair was rolled up in a bun recklessly, it was not like mans
hair that was set into a crown but rather it was bound tightly with a blue ribbon. Jet
blacks hair was swinging behind casually, a simple azure cheong sam covered her
up tightly, her figure was conspicuously more petite but it did not look frail. Very
special woman, Lou Xi Yan gently nodded and answered: I am.
Qing Mo. Gu Yun introduced herself while her heart was grading this man, the
facial features were handsome, cultured and refined, tall and straight, the
temperament was brilliant, the common saying was just wealthy and powerful,
stylish and rich, very well, she would give him 99% mark.
This womans expression was hardly flickering, as if it entered straight into the
persons heart, looking face to face with these kind of eyes, it needed an absolute
courage, the Qing familys sisters appeared to be out of the ordinary. Facing to look
closely at Gu Yuns, Lou Xi Yan generously answered with a smile and asked: Is
Miss Qings health a little better now? She was still being carried on a stretcher to
go to the Prime Ministers manor in the afternoon, she was already in great spirits
now, Qing Lings medical expertise was really so exceptional or
Many thanks for your concern, I am already much better. Gu Yun answered
calmly, did not have any trace of frenetic.
Walking for a while and discovering that Gu Yun had not caught up with him, she
was rather talking cheerfully and wittily with Lou Xi Yan, Su Yu had a trace of black
on his face. He was staring at her, lowly roared and said: Hey, enough with the long
winded talk, are you or are you not walking ah?! Once she woke up, she was
dragging him to come to prison urgently, and yet how could she chat leisurely with
other people now!!
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Gu Yun faced Lou Xi Yan and nodded slightly, then advanced towards Su Yu to
walk, once she passed his side, she punched Su Yus abdomen suddenly and
unexpectedly. Gu Yun continued to walk forwards as if nothing had happened, Su
Yu covered his abdomen with his hand, his mouth was cursing continuously but still
following her obediently.
Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing saw this scene entirely, both people looked at each other
and smiled, and followed them to walk in, but Zhuo Qings eyes swept past her
helplessness, Lou Xi Yans eyes passed through a trace of pondering.
Passing through one channel, there was finally one prison cell inside, one slender
man laid down on the slab bed, his one tall leg was over his other leg, swaying lightly
and frequently, his mouth was chewing a dry grass, relaxed and contended face as if
he was not laying on a firm slab bed inside the prison, but rather on a high warm bed
and pillow.
The door was opened, a groups of people came in, the prison cell was not small
luckily, otherwise it would be somewhat crowded.
Qian Jing got up and sat with his cross legged, he looked at the group of people who
came in, laughed out loud and said: How is tonight so lively? His gaze swept over
to Zhuo Qings face for a time, Qian Jings eyes flashed through bewilderment for
once but it disappeared very quickly.
Qian Jing, what did happen last night after all, why were you at Yang Liu familys
house, also why did you punch him? It will be best that you tell the truth about this
matter entirely.
Casting a sidelong glance at Dan Yu Lan earnestly and holding a dry leather, Qian
Jing answered impatiently: I had already said it many times that the reason why I
went to his home was because I was at the Wan Li money farm (a type of bank in
the ancient time) first. I was not careful and bumped into his Madam in front of the
manors door, he would not listen to any of my excuse, then an altercation happened
between two people. During the shoving, I discovered that he put bank notes that
were as thick as a pocket tablet on his bosom unexpectedly. He was only a Lieutenant
General so how much salary he could make in a month. Guessing that he was surely
a scheming person, I followed him secretly right at that time. Who would have
imagined that he discovered me at his home at that time, he just hit me without even
saying any sentence. I released my throwing knives merely for self defense, nothing
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more, I absolutely did not want to murder him, I also did not know why the knife
would hit his chest!! The matter was just like this.
It seemed that if he did not ask, he would not tell in detail, Dan Yu Lan continued to
ask: At that time, besides you and Yang Liu, who was also inside the room?
His Madam and also one thin male.
Dan Yu Lan looked towards the side of the official, the official immediately
answered: Answering to Daren, he was saying the truth, the males name was Li
Zhi, he was guarding the east gates city wall together with Li Liu and they had
known each other for a lot of years. His personal character should be regarded as
honest, but he liked to gamble and had not yet married until now.
Dan Yu Lan continued to ask: After Yang Liu fell, who had approached the
corpse?
At that time. #. The man went to support him with his hand, there was still a
sound of fighting and his Madams shrieking sound drew out two males, the room
was in disorder and there were many people.
Gu Yun leaned against the closest outside door of the prison, leaned against the stone
wall, both hands were on her chest, a pair of sharp eyes were observing the
surrounding and Qian Jings every facial expression secretly, listening to Qian Jing
and Dan Yu Lans dialogue silently. Gu Yun stood up suddenly, moved away from
the outside door of the prison, when Zhuo Qing saw this, she also followed to go
out. She was convinced that Yun should have some clues.
Following by her side, Zhuo Qing asked: What is it?
After walking for a few distance from the prison door, Gu Yun moved sideways
slightly, made people inside the prison unable to see her face or unable to read her
lips, Gu Yun used extremely low voice to say: He was hiding something, maybe
we should look for a time to meet with him alone. Qian Jing mentioned something
without elaborating as if to say, in fact, nothing to say it clearly that he did not trust
those officials, he wished that he would trust Qing.
Behind everybodys line of sight, it seemed that Gu Yun did not pay any attention
evidently, she continued to ask: What did you find on the corpse?
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The deceased had thirteen knives injuries, the deceaseds mortal wound was on
the left chest right at the heart, it was pierced through the wound, the cause of death
was the vein that was inside the heart that was ruptured, the severe internal bleeding
caused the death. The corpse had thirteen wounds but the bailiff reported that they
only found twelve knives at the scene, there was still one knife that was missing
oddly.
Missing oddly? In other words, the real murder weapon was missing! Gu Yuns feet
started walking, Zhuo Qing urgently said: Where are you going?
Gu Yun without looking back, said: Crime scene.
Looking a glance inside the prison that still continued on with the interrogation,
Zhuo Qing strangely said: Now? Did they not need to interrogate first?
Finally turning her head around, Gu Yun floated a glance at the prison cell,
immediately answered: They asked anything but could not get the answers, only
wasted their time. What Qian Jing wanted to say, he already said it earlier, if he did
not want to answer the question truthfully, they would never get the answers.
Finished speaking, Gu Yun advanced towards to walk out of the prison once again,
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows. Not caring that the people who were inside
the prison cell were still hearing the inquiry, Zhuo Qing went out to chase after Gu
Yun and asked: Which direction are we going? Did she know where the crime
scene was located?!
Gu Yun lightly smiled, somewhat raised her hand and answered: Just ask the people
behind us and we will know.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, who to ask ah?! Turning her head around, she only saw
that Su Yu who was still inside the prison cell a moment ago, not knowing when he
had already come over to follow them. Behind him was Lou Xi Yan who was always
walking neither hurriedly nor slowly.
Only an outstanding male who was originally still inside the crowded small prison
cell, only to pierce down three baffled people who looked at each other in dismay,
the official looked towards the complexion of Dan Yu Lan carefully that was slightly
heavy and asked lowly: Daren?
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His intuition informed him that girl surely sensed something that he did not know,
and he was very curious!
Abandoning the bewildered official, Dan Yu Lan was also chasing after their back
figures.
The young official scratched his head, what finally happened tonight?!
The inside of the prison cell became quiet all of a sudden, Qian Jings mouth was
biting a dry grass, agilely turned over to lie down on the cold and hard bed. Both of
his hands were on the back of his head, the phoenix eyes slightly flashed through
one trace of radiance, where did the least bit of sloppy manner go also.
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Inside the dining room of the small courtyard of the peasant family, a delegation of
people were standing.
Dan Yu Lan turned towards the Owner and cupped his hand slightly and said:
Madam Yang, please forgive me to ask to disturb you boldly so late.
The married woman slightly returned the greeting, her eyes showed a thin mist, with
soft voice she answered: Daren, you has spoken too humbly, this small married
woman only requests to Daren to investigate the case as quickly as possible and
bring that evil person to be executed, to return a justice to my husband.
Watching attentively at the top of the wall where the throwing knife left a mark,
turning back towards the Madam, Gu Yun said: Can you say the whole matter
again?
The married woman turned her head around to look at the strange young woman
who was looking around immediately once she was inside the room, she did not
understand what she was doing but Daren did not put a stop either. Even though she
felt somewhat strange in her mind, but she still answered in detail: My health was
not good, my husband said that he wanted to give me a proper recuperation. I and
my husband were at the Wan Li money farm to exchange banknotes yesterday
afternoon. After we were about to leave, there was a bold man who bumped into me
and made me almost fall down. My husband was an impetuous person and caused a
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disturbance with that person and they were both shoving each other. I was afraid that
they would punch each other so I persuaded my husband to walk away right away. I
originally thought that this matter was already in the past, who knew that during the
evening time, my husbands close friend, Li Zhi arrived at home to have a meal, just
barely arranging the chopstick properly, that person appeared suddenly. Without
saying any sentence, he already raised his hands to fight, my husband and Li Zhi
were not well matched with him. I was extremely afraid at that time and could only
run out to shout to people, it just happened that I encountered the Imperial bodyguard
of the Generals manor, Huang Yi and Wang Wei, these two big brothers. At the
time that the three of us returned back, we saw that my husband fell down!
Squatting in the middle of the dining room floor, not knowing what she was looking
at, Gu Yun without lifting her head, asked: Was there any confession transcripts
from the three people?
Confession transcripts? Guessing her meaning, Dan Yu Lan answered: The three
peoples confessions were already signed, they were actually identical with Madam
Yangs words.
Slowly lifting her head, Gu Yun was looking at the married woman, carelessly
asked: At that time the deceased fell right here, right?
The married woman stared blankly and nodded to answer: Yes.
Dan Yu Lans complexion was cold, Lou Xi Yans thin eyes slightly fluttered, this
woman was rather complicated. The bloodstain on the floor was already cleaned up
neatly, the wall on the top of the dinning room had marks of the throwing knives
everywhere, also the deceaseds sword left behind some marks. When she entered
back to the inside of the room, it was less than a quarter hour period, how could she
speak out the exact position of the deceased when he died?!
All of the people were watching closely at Gu Yun, only saw that she finally got up,
with a clear voice, she said: I think__ my belly is very hungry!
What?!
Belly was hungry?!
Originally, the group of people wanted to hear her explanation urgently and after
hearing her answer, their facials expressions were somewhat twitching suddenly.
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Zhuo Qing simply laughed immediately.
Stretching her waist, Gu Yun walked to the front of Su Yu, nonchalantly asked: Do
you not say that there is a noodle family store that is really good, is it open now?
Su Yu was somewhat at a loss, but answered her: Eh, it should be.
Then, what are we still waiting for? Not regarding that there were countless of
eyes that were watching her, Gu Yun grabbed Su Yus sleeve and pulled him to walk
outside for a few steps. She suddenly turned around again, smiled towards Lou Xi
Yan and said: Xi Yan, do you want to join us to eat noodle together ah?
Zhuo Qings head filled with sinister lines immediately, Xi Yan.. She still dared
to call that name.
Lou Xi Yan lightly smiled and answered: Ok ah.
Gu Yun and Su Yu walked ahead, Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing walked on the back,
the four people just wondered away unhurriedly like this. Only Dan Yu Lans dark
complexion and the blank eyes of Madam Yang who were left behind in the
room Leisurely walking during early summer night wind, watching ahead
the two people who were walking very fast, Lou Xi Yan looked towards Zhuo Qing,
smilingly said: Your younger sister is very interesting, she seems to have
knowledge towards the investigation of the case.
How could she answer this?! Pretending to look at the horizon blankly, Zhuo Qing
forced one and two hollow laughs and answered: Hehe, I am not clear about this, I
have amnesia~~
A good amnesia~~
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Chapter 62: Qian Jings Past
The time was close to midnight, the moon was on the tip of a tree, in a quiet alley,
there was no one who was walking around. There were two rows of shops that had
closed down their doors long ago in the alley, there was only one very small noodle
shop that was revealed only by candle lights.
Boss, give me one more bowl.
The hand of the petite woman was holding one big bowl of noodle, her mouth was
shouting unclearly. There was one gold ingot that dazzled with radiance on the table,
even if he worked for one year, he would never make that much money. The 60 years
olds boss nodded repeatedly, the subordinate had not been staying idle either and
he was occupied with boiling noodle.
Gu Yun put down the empty bowl to receive the noodle that was delivered by the
boss, hardly took into consideration any table manner, she ate to her hearts content.
Su Yu was looking at the table in front of her, there were already three big bowls,
sneeringly said: Are you a pig?! He had never seen any woman who could eat
these many bowls, her table manner was this ugly! Looking at her thin figure that
looked like a bamboo pole, Su Yu was puzzled, where did everything that she ate go
to?! How was there not any meat that grew?!
Gu Yun raised her head slightly, casted sidelong one glance at him, then left behind
this sentence disdainfully: Are you a chicken?! How did this big man eat so little!
This sentence was enough to explode Su Yus already fiery temper, only saw him
pound the table suddenly, with a loud voice he shouted: Boss, bring ten bowls!
Trying to play a joke, could it be that she could still eat, but he could not!!
The boss was stumped for words, did not dare to neglect and hurriedly boiled the
noodle. He secretly sighed, being young people were truly good, how could they still
eat this much and this late!
Zhuo Qing was supporting her chin impatiently, lazily said: How about you two eat
slowly, I will return to get a beauty sleep first and then come back again.
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Looking at the empty bowls on the table that these two people already ate, Zhuo
Qings heart only had one feeling____ two chowhounds!
Gu Yuns head did not even raise, she answered soon after: You can go but Xi Yan
can not.
Xi Yan, Xi Yan, she really had an addicted habit to call that name. Zhuo Qing did
not ask why urgently, Lou Xi Yan who was sitting gracefully all along finally got
impatient to somebody: Why can I not go?
I intend to go to see Qian Jing. Gu Yun drank the entire soup at last, stroking her
belly satisfyingly, she could finally eat until she was full, did not eat anything for
the whole two days was really out of the question!
Su Yu listened to her words and his brows were twisted together: Have we not seen
him a moment ago?! You still want to see Qian Jing and what is the relation that he
can not go?
Gu Yun simply did not feel like paying attention to him, however, Lou Xi Yan
already understood without being told explicitly, in a low voice, he called out: Mo
Bai.
Mo Bais tall silhouette appeared from the outside of the small store immediately,
Gu Yun gasped in surprise, this mans skill was really fast ah! She unexpectedly did
not detect his breathing a moment ago!
Lou Xi Yan explained several sentences in a low voice, Mo Bai lightly nodded and
went out.
Su Yu thought for a long time and finally understood Gu Yuns meaning that Lou
Xi Yan would have to bring her to enter the prison, he roared resentfully and said
immediately: I also can bring you to enter the prison ah, not only into the Ministry
of Justices prison, that is all!
How could you bring me to enter the prison, just like a moment ago when you were
quarreling or beating the guards until they passed out so we could enter the prison?
How can I go using you to enter the prison? She wanted to enter the prison secretly,
let it be, talking to this idiot could only exhaust herself!
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Su Yu curled his lips, in any case, the outcome was still the same that they could
actually enter the prison, so it should be fine.
He did not speak the truth a moment ago, are you sure that he will speak the truth
to you now? Lou Xi Yan was relatively interested about this, this girl gave him the
highest amazing experience for himself tonight. He also became aware for the first
time that one girl could eat so many bowls of noodle unexpectedly!
A stack of bowls, just to beat Su Yu a moment ago, the soup was splattering
everywhere, you could say that the table was messy. Lou Xi Yan was the kind of
person who could contend leisurely, it seemed that no matter what kind of the
circumstances that he would run into, what kind of matters, he could response
gracefully. Gu Yun secretly signed, this time Qing really collected a treasure!
Looking a glance at Zhuo Qing who was on the side waiting and already somewhat
impatient, Gu Yun laughingly said: He will not talk to me but he should talk to
her.
Zhuo Qing glared at her one glance, snottily said: For which reason do you think
that?
Relying on feeling! Gu Yun did not say it out loud intelligently, she would otherwise
get Zhuo Qings supercilious look.
Stroking her satisfied belly, Gu Yun finally stood up and said: I am full, let us go,
ok.
Just in time that the boss also carried the ten bowls of noodle to come over, Gu Yun
threw a glance at Su Yu, lightly smiled and said: Enjoy your meal, chick. After
she finished talking, she stepped out of the small store confidently, Zhuo Qing
looked one glance sympathetically at the stunned Su Yu, smiled lowly and followed
to come out. Yuns mouth was still very poisonous!
Lou Xi Yan lightly coughed to cover up his smiling expression, he cupped his hands
lightly towards Su Yu and also went out of the store.
The boss was looking at the complexion of the young man who looked more and
more terrible.
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Qing Mo, darn it, whom did you call a chick! Only hearing the roar, his own shadow
was already went out of the room. The boss was watching at the hands distressingly
that were still holding the piping hot of the ten bowls of noodle.. What should
he do?
Arriving at the prison again, Gu Yun discovered that the former young gate keeper
had already been changed, four people stood very straightly, their visuals were
straight ahead but it seemed that these four people were not really looking at them.
Gu Yun said to Su Yu who felt aggrieved during the whole journey with a low voice:
You should wait at the gate, ok.
Why? His heart was annoyed, Su Yus tone of voice was vigorous when he
answered.
The less people who enter inside will be better, or do you still want to waste the
efforts of the interrogation tonight? Gu Yun rarely explained in kindness, even
though Su Yus heart was still not willing but he also did not continue to persist in
entering the prison.
In contrast, Lou Xi Yan just understood discretely, slightly laughed and answered:
Since it is like this, I will not enter the prison either.
Go. Gu Yun nodded her head satisfyingly and pulled Zhuo Qing, both of them
entered the prison.
Gu Yun discovered keenly that there was one guard for every ten meters when they
came here for the first time, the guard was already disappeared without a trace at the
moment. This way it would be more convenient to deal with the interrogation.
Arriving in front of Qian Jings prison door, the lock was unexpectedly open easily.
Gu Yun could not help to admire Lou Xi Yan who was really a capable person to
handle the affair cautiously.
With regards to the appearance of Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun for one more time, Qian
Jing did not show any surprise at all, his face also showed less of the sloppy
expression, Qian Jing with a low voice asked: What do you still want to ask?
How did you and the deceased know each other, why did you want to follow him,
also why did you punch him?
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Looking one glance at Gu Yun, Qian Jing raised his head and his face showed a trace
of cynical smile, and answered: I have already said this a moment ago, is there any
fresh information?!
Consciously leaning against the stone wall, Gu Yuns cold sound answered: You
can say that elaborate statements one more time but you can not used any of those
statements for your own case. The witnesses testimonies at the scene were actually
and extraordinarily unfavorable for you. If you do not agree to speak the truth, it will
be difficult for us to help you. The only outcome for you is just to wait to die.
Qian Jing did not say any word, Gu Yun narrowed her eyes slightly, watching
attentively at him for a moment, then said: You do not trust the authorities, you are
going to wait for those people to help you reverse the verdict? After she said the
sentence about him waiting until he died, his face flashed through a trace of ridicule
and unconcerned, it was very light but she saw it.
Qian Jings heart was alarmed, the entire person almost jumped up, the phoenixs
eyes were watching attentively at this young unfathomable woman who was in front
of him and asked: Who are you? She could guess his mind unexpectedly!!
Gu Yun allowed him to watch her, smiled but yet did not answer.
Both of them were looking face to face like this but nobody was saying any word,
Zhuo Qing did not speak either. Knowing that Qian Jing was unable to endure being
looked at her, he asked: Who is she after all?
She is my younger sister, Qing Mo. Qian Jing appeared to be very hostile towards
Gu Yun. Zhuo Qing understood that nobody liked to be seen through by somebody
else. Advancing forward one step, to walk around the side, Zhuo Qing candidly said:
Qian Jing, I believe that you did not murder anybody. I have already seen the
evidences on the deceaseds corpse but I do not have enough proof that you are
innocent. We want to help you if we have the ability to help you, if you believe us
and if you are willing to speak the truth about the matter. If you are not willing to
believe us, we will leave immediately.
The three people did not say anything, the inside of the prison cell was quiet and it
appeared to be able to hear everyones breathing sound. Zhuo Qing waited for a
moment, Qian Jing was lowering his head slightly, he still did not have any
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expression. Zhuo Qing looked one glance at Gu Yun and Gu Yun blinked towards
her. Zhuo Qing understood that Qian Jings heart was still struggling, sighed
deliberately and lowly, Zhuo Qing said desolately: Well, you are not willing to
believe in me, I do not have any way either. But I will not give up, I will surely think
of some ways to help you wash away this injustice.
Finished speaking, Zhuo Qing turned her body around, said towards Gu Yun: Let
us leave, ok.
Helplessly lowering her sigh sounded like it was indeed making peoples anxious,
Gu Yun chuckled, this womans acting was better and better. Following her moving
away out of the prisons gate, the feet stepped across the outside door, Qian Jings
muffled voice echoed: Hold on. Successful!
Both of them exchanged one crafty expression but when they turned around to face
Qian Jing, that expression was absolutely sincere!
Qian Jing sat down on the stone bed and seemed to sink into contemplation, the
young ostentatious face appeared faintly and hazily, after for a long time, Qian Jing
said lowly: There was a case that created a sensation in Qiong Yue three years ago.
The state treasury was stolen, one million taels (unit of money) of gold disappeared
within the night. The Emperor was furious and after the investigation, the Minister
of Revenue at the time was found to be in collusion with the thieves from Xi Bei
country (Northwest) to riot. They used secret passages to steal and smuggle the gold
away, it was impossible to ship these many gold out of Qiong Yue. The Ministry of
Justice dispatched countless of groups of men and horses to pursue in all directions.
The thieves from Xi Bei saw that they could not move the gold out so they used
secret rock caves to store the gold inside. One of the group of men and horses who
searched just happened to find the location of the gold, a delegation of five people.
Among this group, one person went back to report, the other four people stayed at
the four directions of the rock cave to wait for the one who reported to the high
ranking military officer to bring a large group of men and horses. The gold that were
originally still in the rock cave disappeared without a trace one more time. Looking
at each of the individual exit, they found that there were marks of wagons on the
west side of the exit, the man who defended the west side was a young general called
Qu Ze. He claimed to suffer an attack and some people stroke him until he fainted.
He did not see who or where they transported the gold. It was a pity that the Imperial
court did not believe him and he was determined to be in collusion with the thieves
to smuggle the gold. During the questioning under tortures repeatedly, Qu Ze refused
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to admit guilt, he broke out of prison and ran way later. I just recently completed my
study during that time, I wanted to become the best bounty hunter who would hunt
down the criminals at all costs. I finally captured Qu Ze and took him back to the
government office. I did not expect that half a month later, he would be beheaded,
the criminal charges were having a secret tie with the thieves who wanted to riot,
stealing the governments money.
Qu Ze could say that he was the one who captured him, the highest award money for
a criminal, it was also his most severe case that he had ever dealt with. But he was
never willing to mention it that he already felt faintly that he, himself seemed to
make an error on this case.
Gu Yuns brain arranged the words that he was saying a moment ago and asked:
Yang Liu was the person who also found the gold during that time, he was the
person who went to report it?
This womans thought was surely meticulous, she could already arrange and
recommend the important point of the matter in a split second. Maybe he should
really believe that they could help him to find out the truth about this matter.
Nodding, Qian Jing did not have any misgiving this time, generously answered: En,
during the time that I escorted Qu Ze to return to the capital, he said to me that he
did not steal the gold continuously and he was stroke and fainted. It was Yang Liu
who returned to report but unfortunately, nobody believed his words because Yang
Liu arrived at the rock cave together with the large army. I did not believe him either
at that time, it was rather his extremely quick execution instead that made me think
that something felt wrong but the person was already dead, what we could still do to
investigate. Until I saw this persons wrist that had the same exact tattoo as Qu Zes
the day before yesterday. The design of the tattoo was special, it was impossible that
I made a mistake so I decided to investigate, it was indeed the same Yang Liu who
returned to report about the gold where about during that time.
So you followed him?
I estimated that he had at least 1,000 taels of banknotes inside his bosom, it was
impossible that a general would have that much salary. I determined that he had a
problem, I hid myself at the outside room of his house at that time, once he
discovered me unexpectedly and I barely mentioned about Qu Zes name, he already
showed his ferocious appearance and fought with me right away. That person who
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was inside the room with him also got into a fight together, I had no choice but to
use the throwing knives but I did not shoot them towards his chest at that time, but
yet the knife hit his chest and he was dead. Regarding this, he really did not
understand!!
One million taels of gold. Gu Yun could not help to whistle lightly, smilingly said:
Was this the reason why you were not willing to tell the truth to other people?
I did not have any confidence in these officials, if Qu Zes words were true, then
things were more complicated than Yang Liu could be manipulated! The Ministry
of Justice did not know how many people would be involved in this case during that
time. How high was the level of the officials that participated in this matter after all,
he was completely ignorant. He certainly could not say in this kind of situation, if
he said it, it would make his own life even more dangerous.
Zhuo Qing looked one glance at Gu Yun, sighed and said: The matter is surely more
complicated than I can imagine. She originally thought that this was merely a
common murder case, it seemed that now..
Gu Yun raised her shoulder, her expression did not seem to be heavy, in a
complicated case and after the painstaking investigation, it was still not because they
bantered with words frequently______##.
Seamlessly and lightly pulling Zhuo Qing to the side, Gu Yun shot a glance at the
shadows that were at the corner of the outside prison door, smiled and said towards
Qian Jing: The people whom you have been waiting for should already come, come
out, ok.
Gu Yuns speaking voice was just left, the shadows appeared to be two silhouettes
astonishingly, one male and one female. The male was dressed in a black ink, with
silver hair and the female was dressed in red that looked like blood, the face was
wearing a pure gold mask. These two people appeared to be wordless and
uncommunicative, abnormal ghosts.
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Chapter 63: A Reputations Crisis
Astonishingly, a male and a female appeared, the male was dressed in black ink
dress, a pale complexion matched with a silver hair, somewhat looked like a scary
person. The female was dressed in red blood dress, there was a golden mask on her
face, only a pair of cold eyes were exposed. Both of them appeared to be wordless
and uncommunicative, abnormal monsters, just liked coming out of the
underground, in addition to their odd clothing, Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun looked
somewhat foolish.
Straightforwardly staring at their looks, actually when they came in, they had already
arrived. Originally they planned to wait until they left afterwards to appear but did
not think that the tiny woman discovered their whereabouts unexpectedly.
All four of them were looking at each other, Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun felt that these
two people produced some vision attacks that they used as a measurement to show
their strengths.
If they continued to look at each other like this, the sky would already be bright!!
Qian Jing who was being excluded by them finally was unable to endure it, then
started the introduction and said: Ao Tian, Ye Mei, Qiong Yues number one and
number twos bounty hunters.
Bounty hunters, Zhuo Qing had increased her knowledge, speaking that they were
number one and number two, she absolutely believed that both of their auras were
extremely strong.
Lightly nodded towards them, Zhuo Qing generously introduced and said: Qing
Ling.
You were that woman who cut open the corpse at the palace? The voice of the
man in black dress was very ordinary, not particularly deep, also not very magnetic,
but definitely special enough, every word would let you listen to it clearly but
absolutely did not have any emotional feeling.
Yes. Zhuo Qing nodded dazzlingly, he knew about this?? She thought that the
information was hard to get in this ancient time, it seemed that she was wrong
now. The male looked towards Gu Yun, Gu Yun did not avoid either, smilingly
said: Qing Mo.
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His eyebrows knitted lightly for only a short one quarter second, it was already
enough for Gu Yun to understand his suspicious mind, smiled candidly, Gu Yun
said: You do not need to think so hard, I do not have any glorious achievement that
is sufficient for the both of you to take notice to. She was always inside the
Generals manor to battle and fight with the brave men, he would not know her.
Amazingly, his face stopped for half a second this time, it was serene soon after. Gu
Yun was very interested towards him, after all, he could control his own face muscle
without revealing his emotion, it was very rare that he was already this powerful.
Gu Yun studied carefully, Zhuo Qing was actually in cold sweat repeatedly, no one
would wish to be interpreted by a stranger especially this kind of very able person!!
Did she not see that the woman in the red dress was emitting a cold ray that was
enough to freeze her to death?!! Sometimes she really did not know if Yun was the
exquisite kind of woman or thick skinned!! Lightly coughing to attract their
attentions, Zhuo Qing started to introduced to the main subject: Well, I think it is
necessary to clarify this first since everyones goal is to expose the truth about this
case. There are two ways now, the first one is to investigate on our own and the other
one is to join forces to do the investigation. We are really sincere to cooperate with
you all, what do you all think about this idea?
Both of them did not speak for a very long time, just when Zhuo Qing prepared to
interpret that they would do the investigation on their own separately, the male said
once again: How do you all want to investigate?
Zhuo Qing looked towards Gu Yun, this was her specialty, luckily Gu Yun already
had a plan, spoke frankly with assurance: First, we have to find the murder weapon.
The deceased had 13 wounds but they only found twelve throwing knives, in other
words, the murder weapon had already been taken away. Even if the murderer was
some expert and could shoot the deceased to die from a long distance, that person
would need to retrieve the murder weapon. There were four people who might be
able to do this, the deceaseds friend, Li Zhi, the deceaseds madam, Yang Shi (see
1 below), also the people who rushed over afterwards, Huang Yi and Wang Wei.
One of these four people, even if some were not the murderer, they would surely
help the murderer. The top priority job is to find these four people.
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Zhuo Qing nodded her head, assuredly said: As long as we can find the murder
weapon, we can do another comparison to the corpse again and Qian Jings criminal
charge will be purged by half.
Secondly, the matter of that gold. Yang Lius death was extremely unexpected,
clearly that the murderer wanted to set Qian Jing up behind this matter. It should be
related to that case of the stolen gold, one million taels of gold was absolutely
impossible to disappear without a trace. They carelessly concluded the case during
that time and we still did not know any trace of the gold up until now. Yang Liu was
surely the inside information or perhaps just because he knew too much so they
would kill him. If we can find the related benefactor of this case during that time,
we may be able to find the murderer.
Gu Yun looked towards both of them and said: I have finished talking, you all want
to say anything.
Both of them looked one glance at each other, it seemed that they had a consensus:
You all go to investigate those several people, give us the case of the gold, three
days later around zishi (between 11 pm 1 am), we will exchange the information
here.
Was three days enough time to investigate this?? Gu Yun was still thinking, but both
of them already left the prison cell, with strange skills quickly and suddenly jumped
up, several ups and downs, leapt from the roof top and disappeared without a trace,
while she was still speaking in her own mind Looking towards the calm and
collected face of Qian Jing who was sitting on the side, Gu Yun asked: Were they
in a hurry?
Grabbing a dry grass and holding it in his mouth once again, Qian Jing, with unhappy
face answered: Content with your situation, ok, the words that you and him said,
could already be regarded as a lot, you did not see that he did not even pay attention
to me##, was there anybody who would ask his opinion?!!
Then it was indeed an honor. It seemed to be correct, Gu Yun felt relief and said
towards Zhuo Qing: Let us go, it is already late.
Walking to pass through the inside of the prison, Zhuo Qing speculatively said: We
will look for Li Zhi tomorrow?
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Gu Yun nodded her head: En, summing it up to see, he has the biggest suspicion.
But I still want to examine that several peoples confession transcripts first.
Now? Zhuo Qing lowly shouted: Miss, it is already in the wee hours.
Gu Yun only smiled and answered: You go back with Lou Xi Yan first, I will wait
in front of the Prime Ministers manor at 9 oclock tomorrow morning. Only three
days, she must find the person who hid the murder weapon after all!
Fine. Zhuo Qing was helpless, Gu Yun was absolutely a workaholic, trying to
persuade her was simply a waste of time.
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The moment that Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun came out, Lou Xi Yan already asked two
chariots to come, Gu Yun was sticking to the side of Zhuo Qings ear, lowly said:
Qing, you really have a dog poops luck, you have met this very good man, hold on
to him firmly. After she finished speaking, she still blinked towards her, Zhuo Qing
remained silent, what kind of nonsense was this analogy, the meaning of what she
said was that Lou Xi Yan was a dog poop?! (See 2 below)
Not feeling like bothering with her, Zhuo Qing got into the chariot immediately, she
only heard that Gu Yun and Lou Xi Yan were talking outside the chariot but had no
idea what they were saying. A moment later, Lou Xi Yans smiling expression
entered the chariot, and the chariot ran out slowly.
Somewhat curious, Zhuo Qing still asked: What did she say to you just now?
She said Pausing for a while to tempt Zhuo Qings appetite, Lou Xi Yan with
a smile on his face looked towards her, answered softly: She said to make me love
you dearly and nicely.
Love you dearly and.. nicely
@,*,$, What kind of words were these!! Zhuo Qing cursed at Gu Yun in her heart at
once!
The chariot arrived at the Prime Ministers manor very quickly, both of them walked
in together, the night was very deep, besides the several lanterns for the lighting,
everything was already fast asleep. Zhuo Qing looked one glance at the man who
was accompanying her for the whole night, sincerely said: Xi Yan, thank you for
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today. If it was not because of him, it was possible that she could not see Qian Jing
so smoothly.
Walking the trail alongside with her quietly, Lou Xi Yans footsteps were slow,
faintly answered: The matter of the Ministry of Justice is originally under my
supervision, you do not need to thank me for this matter.
Zhuo Qing did not say anything again, she seemed somewhat get used to it that he
would not let people to have a burden to feel his warm like this. Both of them
bypassed the front courtyard, just saw Jing Sas black face was waiting in that place.
Master. Jing Sa met up at the side of Lou Xi Yans ear, did not know what he said,
but Lou Xi Yan nodded tranquilly. Even though from Jing Sas always cold face and
Lou Xi Yans eternal tranquil eyes, she could not see anything exceptional but it was
already this late. She felt faintly that some matter was certainly happened, Zhuo Qing
asked anxiously: Did anything happen?
Lou Xi Yan shook his head lightly and answered: It is nothing, it is late, you should
go rest early.
Fine, he was not willing to say it, that meant that he could solve the problem, Zhuo
Qing did not ask anymore question, crossed over them, she walked over to Zhai Xing
pavilion. Only walking away for several steps, she heard the sound of a peculiar
womans call: Yo~ you are finally willing to come back.
Zhuo Qing narrowed her eyes, it was Xue Xian Xin. She was so tired, she did not
have the mood to accompany her to play. Zhuo Qing ignored and wanted to bypass
her, but she did not let her go passing her unexpectedly, Zhuo Qing was annoyed.
She had not started talking yet, Lou Xi Yan already walked to come over. Seeing
Lou Xi Yan, Xue Xian Xin changed her countenance immediately, grudgingly said:
Xi Yan, you are surely exhausted, right, your dad has been waiting for you for the
whole evening at Qian Ting pavilion.
Dad? Was Lou Xi Yans father not the General who guarded the west border, how
did he come back?! With regard to this, Zhuo Qing felt very strange all along, Lou
Xi Yan was under one person but above ten of thousands of peoples Prime Minister,
how did his father still want to guard the border area?! It was said that his father
requested it on his own, really a strange person!
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Lou Xi Yan coldly answered: I know.
Zhuo Qing, herself did not know what the matter was, just barely wanted to leave,
Xue Xian Xin stopped her way with an optimistic expression on her face, she said:
Hold on, you can not go, Laoye (its very common that a wife calls her husband
Laoye- in the ancient time, it can be translated as old master) wants to meet
with you.
See me##, Zhuo Qing already guessed, it would probably not any good deed to
wait for her!
Zhuo Qing resigned to look at Lou Xi Yan for one glance, helplessly sighed and
said: Let us go, ok.
The two people were following the exceptionally excited Xue Xian Xin to Qian Ting
pavilion, the dark and quiet official manor, the inside of Qian Ting pavilion was
lighted splendidly, the candle light flickered gently.
A 50 years old male sat above the masters seat, he wore a wide ash blue paozi
(Chinese style gown), square face with tiger eyes, forehead was plump, complexion
was slightly cold, tall and sturdy figure, suntanned skin, robust body, emitting
imposing manner all over that made people terrified.
Entering Qian Ting pavilion later on, Xue Xian Xin could be said to be very happy
and excited to walk to the side of the man to wait for a spectacular show.
Lou Xi Yan also walked slowly to arrive in front of him, his face was wearing his
usual smile and he asked: Dad, how did you not say to me that you would be coming
back!
This person was Lou Xi Yans father?! Zhuo Qing sighed secretly, he did not even
resemble Lou Xi Yan who was like a tender, quiet and cold man. And this man
appeared like a cold, firm and stubborn person.
Sure enough, like Zhuo Qings expectation, he started to talk without any feeling
and with a businesslike tone: I know that you are busy, I return because of an
official matter also, I will leave in a few days.
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Lou Xi Yan accustomed to the manner and answered: I know. It is already late, you
have an early rest, ok.
You also know that it is really late now!! This sentence at least had a little
moodiness inside, even though it was from anger.
Zhuo Qing kept silent to show respect, Lou Mu Hais tiger eyes turned suddenly,
and were staring at her, he asked with a cold voice: Are you Qing Ling?
Looking at the other persons eyes to reply his question was considered courteous,
Zhuo Qing did not avoid his threatenings line of sight, sincerely answered: I am.
Lou Mu Hai could finally see this woman whom Xian Xin said this afternoon, even
though she was disfigured, her countenance was not bad. She dared to face him
squarely so she figured to have a little courage and insight. Feeling a little acceptance
in his heart towards her, Lou Mu Hai coldly said: No matter how you conduct your
own affairs in the past, since you have already entered the Lous family now, just
like any person in the Lous family, you have to abide by the Lou familys rules.
You should be more cautious in your speech and to abide by the womans morality
scrupulously.
Cautious in speech and to abide by the womans morality scrupulously? Zhuo Qing
raised her eyebrows lightly and answered: You can speak clearly a little bit for one
more time.
Lou Mu Hai knitted his eyebrows, this kind of matter originally should not be his
responsibility to say as an older man, but in the capacity of the Lou great familys
elder, he should be considered to remind her here, how did she still want to be clear
about?! Sure enough, she was not a sensible woman! His first favorable impression
disappeared right away.
Looking at Lou Mu Hais expression, Xue Xian Xin guessed roughly what was in
his mind and she seized the chance to incite and say: Just do not make you to go
out to attract the opposite sex, to show off flirtatious behavior, to lose Xi Yans
face!
Sure enough that she was out to pick a quarrel!! Exhaustion made Zhuo Qing even
more impatient, looked at Xue Xian Xin coldly, Zhuo Qing answered with a cold
sound: Even if you want to incite a quarrel, to distort the truth deliberately is your
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whole meaning of living, but you still must have an evidence before you speak, for
which reason do you say that I attract the opposite sex and show off flirtatious
behavior?
Zhuo Qings attacking line of sight made Xue Xian Xin trembled a little, but Lou
Mu Hai was behind her so she was aware that she had a supporter so Xue Xian Xin
held her head high, continued to shout loudly: You still do not dare to admit on
your own affair ah! That Official Dan came to find you today, furthermore, you and
the Emperor rode a horse together parading yourselves around town ostentatiously.
Who can not see if they have eyes!! Do not think that all of the people are idiots,
who are not discussing about this spiritedly in the imperial court and the ordinary
people now. However, Xi Yan has said that you are his woman in front of everybody,
you are so fast and loose now, where are you going to put his face!!
Zhuo Qings complexion sank, her brows knitted lightly, with a thoughtful manner.
Looking at her continuous silent and with no angry flame like before, Xue Xian Xin
intentionally said: Were you so aggressive a moment ago? You can not say anything
now, right!
It was not that Zhuo Qing could not say anything, but to handle Xue Xian Xin, this
scratching sinister nasty person, she could make her dumbstruck and was unable to
reply at any time, but the words that she was just saying now reminded her that Dan
Yu Lan came to find her today was probably a coincidence. But Yan Hong Tian
came to the Prime Ministers manor was surely premeditated long ago. There was a
chariot but he did not take it, it must be that he wanted to ride a horse together with
her and parade around town ostentatiously. Could it be that it was merely for her to
look at the scenery and dally with her?! No! He wanted to tarnish her reputation and
integrity, wanted to let Xi Yan to lose his face, this man was extremely repulsive!
This good opportunity, Xue Xian Xin would naturally not let Zhuo Qing get away
with this, she still wanted to continue to say something? Lou Xi Yan who was silent
suddenly interrupted her words: She is very tired today, the night is also not early
now, you all return to rest early, ok.
Xi Yan, how come you still help her to speak now, this kind of woman is not
worth mentioning.
Second mother, I have my own propriety. Lou Xi Yans voice was slightly cold,
the high spirits and wish to continues Xue Xian Xin did not pay attention, the always
cold eyes of Lou Mu Hai could actually see it clearly, it seemed that Xi Yan cared
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about this girl very much. Let it be, since he was protecting her, he would just give
him this reputation, ok.
Lightly waving his hand and preventing Xue Xian Xin who still wanted to talk, Lou
Mu Hai clearly said: Ok, this matter will be counted as finished, from today
forward, Qing Ling must not go out, stay at home to study a females Buddhist
monastic discipline, cultivate her moral and mental characters.
In other words, the meaning of this was that she was forbidden to go out lo, she was
detained for how many days, it was with great difficulty that she had to endure until
her free time, if she would agree to be confined again, she would have something
wrong!! Putting off this discussion that she could not go out until later was all right,
right? This inconvenient matter would naturally come to seek her.
Zhuo Qing looked at Lou Mu Hai one more time, without a single perfunctory
sentence, she answered: Old General Lou, I am very sorry to bring Xi Yan any
inconvenient with this kind of rumor, but it is definitely not what I wish for, I will
pay more attention in the future to avert this kind of matter from happening as much
as possible, as far as forbidding me to go out, I can not do it.
Lou Mu Hais tiger eyes were wide opened, she dared to contradict him
unexpectedly, what a good answer of she could not do it! He gave her a way out
of an embarrassing situation, but she not only did not want to withdraw but also
challenge him!
A bang (loud) sound, Lou Mu Hai slapped the side low table heavily and it broke
into two suddenly, the teacup and candlestick holder broke into pieces on the ground.
Zhuo Qing did not anticipate that Lou Mu Hai would show his big temper like this,
this person was Xi Yans father after all, and she was also in the wrong in this matter.
Xue Xian Xin finally recovered from being frightened, pointed at Zhuo Qing, lowly
shouted: Laoye, you see, you see! Relying on Xi Yans doting on her, she is simply
undisciplined and out of control!! It was not easy for Laoye to come back, if she
did not give that woman a hard time, she would not be called Xue (as her family
name)!
Laoye, she absolutely does not pay attention to you, she
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That is enough. Xue Xian Xin said proudly and happily, Lou Xi Yans berated
coldly and made her to shut up immediately.
I will handle this matter on my own, dad, second mother, you all rest early.
Pulling Zhuo Qings hand, Lou Xi Yan dropped his words faintly and he went out
without looking back.
They. They just left like that.###, Laoye.. Xian Xin, let it be. Staring
at the rear view of the two people who were leaving, Lou Mu Hais eyes flashed
through a trace of rapidness that made people nearly clutched from pain too late.
Lou Xi Yans hand was still cool slightly just like in the past, but the strength that
he was using to hold her palm was somewhat heavy, but it did not make anybody to
feel any pain. Zhuo Qing looked one glance at both of them who were holding hands,
ultimately still not pulling out of her hand, she remained silent all the way. The two
people were wandering at the quiet trail of the Prime Ministers manor like this, Lou
Xi Yan took her to Zhai Xing pavilion, Zhuo Qing thought to herself on what she
would say: I am sorry.
Originally, he was just about to release his hand but the hand was tightened once
again, Lou Xi Yan asked with a soft voice: Why are you apologizing?
You help me but yet I cause trouble so your reputation suffers a damage. If it
was not for Lou Xi Yan who took her out of the Imperial palace, she might not have
the opportunity to see Yun and he also dealt with that moody man. She perhaps could
not look this casual like this now, she should thank him for all of these. However,
Yan Hong Tian came to trick them unexpectedly, as a man, this cuckold (husband
of an adulterous wife) should probably the most serious insult and shock, right, Yan
Hong Tians trick was very fierce!
Lou Xi Yan faintly laughed and answered: I am a man, these matters do not affect
me at all, as for you, you must not think too much, I will handle this properly.
She admitted that his faint smile, tranquils eyes, soft and low voice, would make
people unable to resist him, unquestionable strength, would make you unaware to
depend on him, believe him. But Zhuo Qing had never paid attention to anybody
who had either praising or disparaging insight, raised her head to laugh willfully,
Zhuo Qing indifferently answered: You do not need to worry because of me, I
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definitely do not care about these ridiculous rumors and slanders, even more so, I do
not care how other people look at me.
Raising her eyes slightly that were even more dazzling than the bright stars, then
raising the corner of her mouth to show her disdain and contempt, Lou Xi Yan could
sense that she was not trying to be brave, she just thought like this with her own self
confidence and self arrogance.
Tightening his hand once more, Lou Xi Yan nodded and with a serious face, he said:
In fact, this is also good.
Both of their palms were sticking to each other, Zhuo Qing was somewhat
absentminded and she asked: What is good?
Nobody knows how good you are so nobody will fight with me. (Awwww).
The almost gentle drift of the winds whisper made Zhuo Qing to believe she
misheard it.
You.. ##, ##, ##, #.
The moist and plump lips was pursing up lightly, carrying a faint of smiling
expression, the night wind blew both of their sleeves as if they were in a tangle
together. The faint midstream of the ambiguous smell made Zhuo Qing unable to
say any sentence for a long time.
Go to sleep, ok, you have me for everything. The gentle low chant echoed once
again, Zhuo Qing could only see that beautiful face approached slowly, very very
slowly, it was slow enough for her to react but she was unable to move and also did
not want to move She thought that he would kiss her lips but he did not, he
kissed the corner of her lip softly, gentle liked a feather that passed through, the
warm of the breath was spraying on her face and her cheek. Zhuo Qing heard her
own heartbeats that were thumping and palpitating, she knew it for the first time that
this kind of soft kiss could already enough to make peoples heart like a rippling
lake.
Her mind was blank for a split second, she only felt that he let go of her hand softly,
he still turned around to leave unhurriedly, Zhuo Qing recovered when she saw that
silhouette disappeared in front of her eyes.
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At the same time, she could not cry piteously What were she doing after all.. It
was not because of this one kiss, a kiss that was not even on her lips, she was blushing
and her heart jumped like this ah. Finally saying, this was all Lou Xi Yans
mistake, she was caught off guard with this kiss, he abandoned saying anything and
just left, boo hoo, boo hoo (crying).
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Chapter 64: Who Was Lying
Zhuo Qing appeared at the gate of the Prime Ministers manor at 10 oclock in the
morning punctually (see 1), she saw Gu Yun who was leaning at the outside of the
fence of the manor, shutting her eyes to rest.
Walking in front of her, Zhuo Qing did not start talking, Gu Yun already opened her
eyes, she casted one glance afterwards, raised her head with a trace of strange smile
and asked: What, did you go to be a thief last night? Or too intense The
enormous dark circles under her eyes, swollen eyes, looked like she could not sleep
well at all during the night. This appearance of Qing made her difficult not to let her
imagination to roam ah~~~~ One look at her pervert expression, Zhuo Qing did not
need to think and already knew what kind of hideous messy things in her mind!!
Recalling that one soft kiss last night, Zhuo Qings expression was somewhat
floating unnaturally, lowly scolded to say: Stop your gossiping manner, I merely
do not have enough sleep, that is all, you think everybody can be like you with so
much vigorous energy!
Yun was still wearing that blue skirt, she surely did not go back to the Generals
manor, sometimes she was very doubtful on Yuns body composition. It appeared
as long as she could close her eyes to rest, her physical strength could recover
rapidly, absolutely did not need to take a rest! This was different than another
persons physique and really made people puzzle and enough for her to be jealous!
Unable to endure Gu Yuns probing look, Zhuo Qing changed the subject hurriedly:
What did you find after you looked at the transcript?
Withdrawing her line of sight, Gu Yun did not continue to bother her, Qing was an
adult, and whatever matter that happened with Lou Xi Yan was also normal.
According to her opinion, it would be best if Qing acted quickly, ate him up and
wiped her hand clean, then put him in the purse (see 2)! After all, a man liked Lou
Xi Yan was not many either.
Both hands were still on her chest, Gu Yun shrugged her shoulder and answered: It
could be rated as perfection, that content of the transcripts was less pitiful, the four
people said exactly the same statements, it was like they were in agreement with
each other, I did not find anything. That was exactly her achievement from last last!
Simply wasted her time.
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Zhuo Qing raised her eyebrows, So? She estimated that they would be busy next.
Not letting her to be disappointed, Gu Yun helplessly smiled and said: So we can
only investigate one by one now, ask them one by one, look____ who is lying after
all.
Zhuo Qing nodded her head, swept one glance at a man who had an impatient face
and was not too far away, Zhuo Qing mockingly said: When did you start having a
small tail? One was Gu Yun who with regards to a male and females matter was
extremely unstable. One was a young and vigorous youngster with a rash head. Was
it good that they were inseparable like this? What about Su Ling? In Zhuo Qings
heart, Yun would still be better with Su Ling, after all, Su Yu was absolutely unable
to resist Yun.
Zhuo Qing looked pensively, but Gu Yuns face was calm, smilingly said: There is
nothing I can do, the identity of that person is a General, compare to us both who are
nobodies and do not have any weight when we speak. Lou Xi Yan does not have any
free time to accompany us, I can only find an alternative lo. If it were not because
of him, she would not ask about the transcripts last night.
Qing Mo, whom did you say as an alternative! Originally, he was not sleeping for
the whole night to accompany this insane woman to run around everywhere last
night, just enough to listen to Gu Yuns words that could not recognize his good
intention, his irritable roar echoed immediately.
We will look for Li Zhi first?
Gu Yun shook her head and answered: No, I think we should pay a visit to Madam
Yang first. Yang Shi was the only woman from the four people, it should be easy
to break her through the loop, it would be better to start from her.
Good, let us go.
Two people were talking over softly all the way, walking all the way without even
paying attention to the man who was almost exploded with anger.
So hateful! This was the first time that Su Yu was ever ignored completely, he
punched the brick stone on the wall to vent his rage. Glaring ferociously at both of
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them who were joking together, the women were proceeding and getting apart
gradually, he was still following them closely after cursing at them.
Arriving at the Yangs family small courtyard again, they saw Yang Shi was
standing at the garden, bowing her head to sweep. Knowing that Gu Yun and Zhuo
Qing arrived at the courtyards front door, she lifted her head to see their face clearly,
Yang Shi asked strangely: The government official just left, what do these two
young ladies still need? They were the women who came together with Dan Daren
last night, she recognized them.
What was the government official doing to come this early? Gu Yuns heart was
pondering, her face laughed generously and said: Right, Dan Daren will judge the
case so he will need to gather a lot of evidences, there are some questions that we
want to ask to make things convenient comparatively, so Dan Daren let us to look
for you to chat in private.
Yang Shi was somewhat ineffable, but she still nodded her head and opened the
courtyards door: Please come in, ok.
Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun entered ahead, Su Yu who was on the back also followed to
come in, Yang Shi recognized this person was the master of the Generals manor.
Not daring to neglect him, he was also welcomed to come in, she was still attending
to serve the tea: Please drink the tea, but it is only some coarse tea, so please do not
take offense.
Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun sat at the side of the dining rooms round table, Su Yu was
still angry so he sat on the bench near the side of the door, while drinking the tea
depressingly.
Gu Yun was facing Yang Shi and smilingly said: Madam Yang, you do not need to
be busy, we will ask a few questions and then leave, please sit down.
Yang Shi nodded her head and sat down in front of them. This time Gu Yun could
really see the womans face clearly in the end, she was young, she seemed to be no
more than twenty years old, and looked very pretty. Not knowing whether or not it
was a habit for a woman in the ancient times to always lower her head, this made Gu
Yun had a headache. Gu Yun with a gentle tone, asked the questions: Madam Yang,
how long did you and Yang Liu. married? The sound was truly awkward.
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Already two years. Yang Shi answered very tranquilly.
How was your husband and wifes feelings originally?
Yang Shi was startled slightly, she answered immediately: Our husband and wifes
feelings were good.
Gu Yuns expression flashed slightly and pretended to not paying attention and
looked one glance at her wrist, she smilingly said: Then, was your hands injury
caused by your own falling?
Yang Shi lifted her head astonishingly and looked towards Gu Yun, she was
sweeping the garden and pulling her sleeves a moment ago. But the moment she saw
them plainly, she put the sleeves down immediately, these were already old injuries,
she was still able to see it surprisingly!!
Facing Gu Yuns probing eyes, Yang Shi sighed lowly and once again lowered her
head slowly, she answered in a low voice: Husbands temper was somewhat
anxious, his temperament was also quite violent. He used violence towards me when
he got drunk sometimes, but he was still very considerate during normal times. My
health is not good, if it is not because of him looking for physicians to treat my illness
for all these years, I am afraid that I will not live this long.
Gu Yun did not continue to nag about this question, she changed the topic of their
discussions and asked: Is Li Zhi your husbands good friend? Does he or does he
not come to your home frequently?
Yang Shi seemed to relax a little and answered with loathing words: Yes, he came
here to borrow money frequently, practically every day.
How much money did Yang Liu lend to him? Gu Yun questioned closely.
Yang Shi was pondering for a moment and shaking her head, she answered: I did
not understand the family mans affairs, but it should be a lot of money.
Gu Yun exaggerated the Oh sound, smilingly said: He was able to help you to
treat your illness and also was able to lend money to Li Zhi. Looking at the stuffs in
your home were not inadequate either, it looked like the officials salary at the
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Generals manor was not low ah! Finished speaking, Gu Yun casted a glance at Su
Yu.
Su Yu carried the tea on his hand, he was very clear about the officials salary of the
Generals manor, according to this generals income, it would truly be impossible to
achieve these.
Yang Shi kept silent, Gu Yun continued to ask: Did you or did you not know where
Yang Lius money came from?
Yang Shi shook her head: I did not know.
Gu Yun got up suddenly, smilingly said: Very good, we disturb you this long, we
should leave also.
Just like this? She did not even ask anything with regard to the matter of the case
ah? Yang Shis face was puzzled but also did not say anything, she simply got up
to give courtesy and then she answered: Oh, good. Please take care.
The three people left the Yang familys house afterwards, after some distance from
the Yang familys house in silent, Zhuo Qing stopped her footsteps, urgently asked:
How was it?
Gu Yun raised the corner of her mouth slightly, answered affirmatively: She was
lying.
She just went in there, asked some trivial questions and already concluded that she
was lying? Because of his earlys resentment towards them, Su Yu could not help to
say snottily: For which reason did you say that she was lying? I saw that she
answered honestly ah!
Gu Yun leaned her head to look towards him and threw out a short sentence
unexpectedly: Are you a virgin?
What. What..! This.. question, Su Yus face was embarrassed, he could not help to
roar loudly: What did you say?!
Zhuo Qing was holding back her smile slightly and waiting to see a good show.
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His eyebrows were raised and pulled closer to the center, upper eyelids were raised,
lower eyelids were braised. Pointing her finger at Su Yus face, Gu Yun lowered her
voice and answered: This was nervous.
Su Yu stumped for words and did not react to what she was saying, Gu Yun
continued to ask: Answer the question, are you or are you not?
You are joking. How can I still be a Su Yu ## was still roaring.
Gu Yun nodded satisfyingly and smilingly said: This is a lie.
Glaring tenaciously at Gu Yun, Su Yu said hurriedly: I am not!!
Patting his shoulder, Gu Yun with a pity face answered: Ok, if you do not want
people to see you are saying a lie next time, so please do not lie with hesitation and
repeat the lie harshly, also do not retreat subconsciously and swallow a saliva.
Su Yu bowed his head to look at his own feet, he really retreated one step
unconsciously a moment ago, how could it be like this?! Seeing through the
perception of his lying was really terrible, especially this type that made people to
suffer frustration from the question. Hesitating and not knowing what he should say,
Gu Yun was staring at his face, smilingly said: This facial expression is called
embarrassing now.
Su Yu could not stop Gu Yuns words and was unable to say anything, he did not
know whether his face was embarrassed or angry, it was somewhat red
unexpectedly.
Zhuo Qing could not help to laugh heartily at Su Yus embarrassing face, he
answered unwillingly: What is so amazing about this, how do you know that she is
not pretending!?
Su Yus voice was barely off, Gu Yun raised her legs ruthlessly and stamped on his
foot firmly.
Ah____ It hurt him so! Glaring at Gu Yun, Su Yu roared lowly: Darn it! What
are you doing!
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Both hands on her chest, Gu Yun explained with a stern face: Your pain and anger
are your real expression just now, the state of mind conveys your subconscious mind,
basically it is hard to suppress and cover up the truth. The microfiber expression that
happens in a moment is very intense to hide the expression, so if her facial expression
somewhat surpasses one second, then it is fake.
So it was like this, Su Yu pondered over seriously, Gu Yun who still wanted to show
a serious face just now, ridiculed again and said: I am just saying things randomly,
you do not need to try too hard to ponder over, with your IQ like this, you will not
have any result either even if you work hard.
What was the meaning of her words!! Just wanting to flip out, Zhuo Qing walked to
his side and pat his shoulder, sympathetically said: Pitiful chick, who makes you to
meet this woman with a malicious mouth, it is a pity, ok.
Finished speaking, the two women were laughing heartily one more time.
You two.. Why did he want to be here being ridiculed by them?! Su Yu turned
and left abruptly and angrily.
Looking at his back that kept going further away, the two people restrained their
smiling expression simultaneously, Zhuo Qing asked puzzlingly: Why did you
make him leave in anger? Yun, this person, even though she was quite a direct
person when she spoke but she was absolutely not the person who was unable to
differentiate good from bad, just liked to ridicule and tease other people, she must
have had her own reason to do this.
Gu Yun shrugged her shoulder slightly, answered somewhat helplessly: When I

was looking at Li Zhis biography last night, I found out one interesting
coincidence.
What?
He was unexpectedly together with Qu Ze during that time, one of the four who
was guarding the exit of the rock cave. She wanted to look for some clues from Li
Zhis side, but she did not wish for Su Yu to be pulled into the golds old case.
Zhuo Qing understood: And so Yang Liu would want to lend him money
continuously, perhaps only because he knew the secret of the gold case during that
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time?! They finally made a little progress, Zhuo Qing was dragging Gu Yun and
she said hurriedly: Go, we can look for him now.
Her hand was being pulled, Gu Yun did not struggle either, only harbored malicious
intentions and smilingly said: Your concern towards Qian Jing is somewhat
excessive oh.
Here we go again, she was staying idled and not doing anything to ridicule her all
day long, not feeling like looking at her, Zhuo Qing with a cold voice answered: He
is my savior, just this and nothing more!
En, this sentence is the truth. Gu Yun nodded unhurriedly, smilingly said: Then,
what about Lou Xi Yan?
Still not looking at her, Zhuo Qing answered somewhat patiently: He is only an
ordinary friend. She was somewhat jittery when she mentioned this, she did not
know it herself what kind of relationship that she and Lou Xi Yan had! Male and
female friends?! And yet there was no confession, maybe it was her own imagination
that her love was reciprocated! But he kissed her last night Hey.. A lie.
Gu Yun exposed her lie relentlessly.
Releasing Gu Yuns hand, Zhuo Qing was somewhat angry also: It will be best that
you stop before you go to far, less showing off of your power of observation.
Eh, oh~ Angry la?! Both hands spread out, Gu Yun with innocent face laughed and
said: Please! Miss Zhuo, please look for a mirror to examine your own shy facial
expression, I absolutely do not need to use any power of observation, ok!
She still dared to say!
Gu Yun, you look to get beaten! Clenching her fist, Zhuo Qing hammered her
hand towards her shoulder, unfortunately, Gu Yuns vigorous skill dodged sideways
effortlessly, the two people were teasing all the way and finally arrived at Li Zhis
residence very quickly.
Li Zhi lived near the city gate in a small courtyard, shabby roof tile house, very small
front yards door, it seemed to be somewhat unfrequented.
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From a distant, Gu Yun and Zhuo Qing saw a few bailiffs who were guarding at the
front door, numerous sounds came out from the inside of the house from time to
time. The two people looked one glance towards each other thinking that maybe the
matter was already changed. Walking to the front of the door, Zhuo Qing stepped
forward and seemed to see a somewhat familiar looking bailiff and chatted: What
is going on in here?
The bailiff looked at Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun one glance, he recognized them from
yesterday who were following Prime Minister Lou and General Su together to the
Ministry of Justices prison. Thinking, the bailiff answered obscurely: Dan Daren
asked us to bring Li Zhi back to the governments office for questioning.
They should already go to the Yangs family home but they did not bring Yang Shi
back, they wanted to bring Li Zhi back, could it be that they found out any clue?!
Zhuo Qing was still considering whether or not she wanted to continue asking
questions, there was a mans yelling sound that came from the inside of the house:
I did not kill Yang Liu, I had not killed anyone, that knife was not mine!!
Knife? Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun were alarmed, did they find the murder weapon!?
Just when Zhuo Qing and Gu Yuns expressions were passing on each other to guess,
two tall and strong bailiffs already pushed down one thin and tall man to walk out.
That man was struggling incessantly, his mouth hooted loudly and said: Let go, do
not think that you all can accuse me wrongly, that knife is not mine.
The bailiff who was at the foremost front did not pay attention to Li Zhis shouting,
with a cold voice said: Whatever words that you want to say, you can speak them
at the government office, ok! Take him away.
The delegation of men were pushing Li Zhi to walk over to the direction of the
Ministry of Justice office.
What should we do now? Zhuo Qing saw a moment ago that bailiff who was
leading in front was holding a package of stuff wrapped in a cloth on his hand. If she
did not guess wrongly, that should be the murder weapon.
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Gu Yun laughed softly and exposed her excited expression, she answered: Li Zhi
did not tell any lie, that knife should not be his, it seemed that the murderer got
impatient. Finished framing Qian Jing and again shifted the blame on Li Zhi, if it
was not because of the murderers deliberate trick, it was already somewhat
confusing a little.
Facing Zhuo Qing to blink, Gu Yun with high spirits, smilingly said: We will go
forward with the gold case and see if there is any big progress oh. This murderer
recruited Li Zhi and put him to die, she could maybe beat somebody at their own
game. Gu Yuns face showed a strong excitement, Zhuo Qing guessed what
good show should be on stage.
The two people were following a group of bailiffs to go to the Ministry of Justice
office, the people were gone and the place was empty, naturally no one would find
out. There was a shadow at the corner of the broken house with a spoiled roof tile, a
pair of shady untameds eyes were watching attentively and coldly at the two
peoples who already departed.
Really interesting game, the cat that caught the mouse, who was the cat after all and
who was the mouse also~ a muffled secret laughter, gloomy and cold lingered for a
long time.
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Chapter 65: Mental Battle
Ying Tian Government Office
The spacious and bright lobby in the middle, a solemn face of Dan Yu Lan who was
wearing a government official garment and behind the enormous case table, the just
and honorables characters plaque was hanging on the top of the wall above his head,
the dazzling golden and big characters shined sparklingly. He was even more
dignified against this prominent background, two rows of strong bailiffs who were
wearing dark red clothing and separated in the left and right areas, their hands were
grasping long staffs, their attitudes were very threatening.
Zhuo Qing was holding the autopsy report on one hand, the other hand was holding
the murder weapon that was just found a moment ago to compare it. The
measurement of the pattern in this case was basically right, this throwing knife was
indeed identical with the wound on the deceaseds chest but could you also be certain
that the man who was kneeling at the lobby was actually the murderer? Zhuo Qing
was skeptical but Dan Yu Lan was in the hall and also Gu Yun to judge the case and
she did not need to be anxious, she could only look calmly to any change and it
would be good.
This location could see clearly Li Zhi and Dan Yu Lans expressions. Gu Yun was
leaning satisfyingly at the furthest side of the pillar with a lazy attitude, her petite
figure did not attract any attention but if you looked face to face with that pair of
elite eyes, you would immediately have this feeling like you could not hide
anywhere.
I did not kill Yang Liu, this was a set up! He was my good friend, I absolutely did
not have any reason to kill him. Li Zhi who was kneeling in the middle seemed to
be calm now, his complexion was not so confused anymore.
You owed a lot of money because of gambling for these past several years, the
money that Yang Liu lent to you was more than 300 taels in the past. You owed fifty
taels at the Wan Hao gambling house just this past three days, you went to the Yangs
family in order to borrow money, was it or was it not?
Imposing voice and steady intonation made people to have a slight trembling feeling
unconsciously, Zhuo Qing raised her eyebrows softly, the Dan Yu Lan who was in
the law court was stricter and sharper than in ordinary times.
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Li Zhi winced his nose slightly but his tone of voice was still unyielding like before:
So what, we were good buddies, it was not my first time to ask him to borrow
money, could it be just because of this that you said I killed somebody?
Confronting Li Zhis stubborn resistance, Dan Yu Lan seemed to be very calm and
was still with that steady intonation, he continued to say: According to Yang Shis
testimony, Yang Liu did not plan to lend you the silver taels this time. He still wanted
you to pay back the money instead so you were angry because of it. Also because of
the unpaid debt, during the fights between Yang Liu and Qian Jing, you used the
throwing knife deliberately to kill Yang Liu and then pushed the blame to Qian Jing.
Did Yang Shi really say this? After she heard the inquiry, she put down in writing
and could see it every day, Gu Yun raised her head to look one glance at Dan Yu
Lans solemn face, raised a faint smile. Sure enough, the method of inquiry of the
police officers from all times and in all places were the same virtually, appropriate
swindling would receive the correct result.
As expected, Li Zhi was panicky now, then shouted immediately: That woman
understood nothing! Yang Liu only urged me not to gamble anymore. If I gambled
again, then he would not lend me any money next time, I already promised him not
to gamble anymore and he also prepared the silver taels to give to me, what did I kill
him for?!
This confession was somewhat effective evidently, Dan Yu Lan with a cold voice
said lowly: This is only your side of the story, you still owe Yang Liu 300 taels
even though you do not gamble anymore. Even if you do not eat or drink for seven
to eight years, you still can not pay back this sum of money. And he has never made
a loan receipt to you, so if you kill him then you do not need to pay him back!
I absolutely did not need to kill him, Yang Liu would not force me to pay back the
money!
Sticking out his chest and lifting his chin up, intonation was raised slightly, he was
proud of himself! Gu Yuns expression shimmered slightly, Li Zhi really knew some
inside story, at the minimum it was enough to blackmail Yang Liu.
Paying back the debt that you owed was a matter of course, why did he let you not
pay back the money, what kind of agreement did you all still have?! Or did you use
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any information to blackmail him?! Dan Yu Lans voice was very loud and
appeared somewhat emotional. Zhuo Qing guessed secretly on how much Dan Yu
Lan knew about the gold case after all. He would ask these kind of questions, at the
minimum it proved that he already guessed that this case could involve someone
who had ulterior motives.
Li Zhi finished listening to Dan Yu Lans words, pursed up his mouth consciously
once again, hastily answered: No, we were very close friends, if I had some
difficulties, he would help me, just like that, nothing more.
Li Zhi refused to admit that everything seemed to come full circle.
Zhuo Qing looked towards Gu Yun who was not too far, Gu Yun also looked towards
her, she pointed a finger at herself, Gu Yun produced a I will ask next gesture on
her lips. Zhuo Qing nodded understandingly, she walked to Dan Yu Lans side and
asked in a low voice: What is your government officials rank?
Dan Yu Lan stared blankly, what was she doing asking this in the law court? He
could of course ignore her but her big bright eyes had incomparably serious radiance,
Dan Yu Lan answered: Just second grade.
Just second grade, he was already the same as the high official in the Ministry of
Justices official, he could also be regarded as a high government official, right. If
the gold case could only rely on her and Gu Yun, it would be impossible to succeed.
They needed to look for one person whom they could trust and this person should
also able to lead and investigate this case, Dan Yu Lan would be the right candidate.
Softly leaning over, Zhuo Qing whispered in Dan Yu Lans ear: You ask the bailiffs
to withdrew outside, I have a way to make him speak the truth.
She had a way?! Dan Yu Lan was looking at Zhuo Qing amazingly, she had self
confidences radiance in her own eyes. Thinking about it, Dan Yu Lan still said
clearly: Everybody withdraws.
Yes. All the bailiffs went out, Li Zhis eye flashed through a trace of fear and
suspicion.
Dan Yu Lan was waiting for Zhuo Qings so called way, who knew that she was
motionless and standing on the side without saying any word. It was rather the tiny
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woman who was always leaning against the corner moved, stretched her body and
walked to come over slowly.
Seizing the throwing knife that was on Zhuo Qings hand, Gu Yun walked in front
of Li Zhis front, swayed the throwing knife with her hand and smilingly said: Li
Zhi, after the comparison, this knife was exactly the murder weapon that pierced into
the deceaseds chest and caused his death. At the time when Qian Jing and Yang Liu
were fighting, you were at the scene so you had the opportunity to dispose the murder
weapon. You were also near the corpse after the deceased died so you had the
opportunity to conceal the murder weapon. How coincidental that you were still
owing Yang Liu a large amount of silver. You had the opportunity to kill and you
also had the motive to kill. Even the murder weapon just happened to appear in your
home. Think for yourselves, in these kind of circumstances, do you not think that
you are screwed?
The row of sentences seemed to be spoken carelessly but if one analyzed it they were
already through enough. Li Zhi originally was squinting with some contempts at the
tiny young lady, but his complexion was dark now, urgently said: I do not kill Yang
Liu, this knife is really not mine.
Gu Yun nodded her head, understandingly answered: I believe in you but all the
evidences were pointed towards you now, the murderer wanted to make you the
scapegoat clearly!
Lowering his head, Li Zhis expression was fluttering left and right in confusion,
one could only hear a stuffy sound came through: I.. I am accused wrongly!
Carrying a trace of helpless smiling expression, Gu Yun pointed her finger at Dan
Yu Lan and stared at Li Zhi who was already somewhat frenetic and said: I believe
that you are accused wrongly but it is useless because Official Dan will not believe
you, unless you speak out about your and Yang Lius secret that can prove that you
do not have any reason to kill him.
Li Zhi finally lifted his head but did not dare to look face to face at Gu Yun, his
eyelids were throbbing slightly, Li Zhi reluctantly answered: We.. We are just good
friends, there is no secret.
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Going around to circle Li Zhi, Gu Yun pretended to smile consciously and said: So
you certainly did not know, Yang Liu was only a small Lieutenant General at the
Generals manor, how could he have so much silver taels and lend them to you lo?
Li Zhis body was trembling and the same as Yang Shi, hastily answered: I did not
know.
You were lying! Standing in front of Li Zhi, Gu Yun suddenly bended slightly,
almost pressed on towards his eyes, that face that was always smiling suddenly
sinking, she coldly said: You not only knew, but also felt that you should have some
of this money so you kept asking him for this money repeatedly and with absolute
unrestrained!
Gu Yun did not wait until he reacted and asked in attacking fashion: You also
participated in the gold case during that time, you knew that Qu Ze was accused
wrongly. You also knew who was the secret hand behind the scene at that time, was
it right or wrong!?
You Li Zhi finished talking Gu Yuns words, stared frighteningly like he

wished to kill, he was unable to finish his sentence, she, she, she How did she
know!! Impossible!!
Li Zhi was surprise by the line of questions, Dan Yu Lan who was sitting upright at
the law court was also surprise. What ability did this woman have to go through the
sky after all, she would actually know this matter who was unknown to the sky?!
Having looked at Li Zhis appearance that was extremely frightened, Gu Yun raised
another smile once again, stretched out her hands, unconcernedly answered: There
is nothing to be amazed about, we already seize the evidences in our hands. I let you
to speak to give you the chance to make up for your earlier mistake, nothing more.
Li Zhi got completely panicky this time, he had not thought that the hidden matter
that was concealed anxiously by him, was unexpectedly known by this tiny young
lady, but how much did she know after all?! His own heart could only be panicky
again, Li Zhi was mumbling lowly and repeatedly, and looked like he was
comforting himself: I can not say it If I say it, it will be the same as
dead
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That person would not let him off!
Furthermore, his familiarity with the situation was not announced during that time,
he would not be alive either if the matter was exposed by him!!
Very good, he could just at least pretended to admit that he knew the inside
information of the gold case! Not allowing him to think, Gu Yun exploded
ferociously and said coldly: If you do not talk, you are screwed! Do you think that
the murderer will let you off? There were five people during that time, Qu Ze was
dead, Yang Liu was also dead, would the murderer let you live?! You do not have
any alternative now except to cooperate with us. Not only we can get rid of your
criminal charge, we can also protect you. Otherwise, even if we let you leave this
prison gate, how long do you think you still can live.
I Li Zhis mind flashed through Qu Zes torturing face that did not look like a
human shape, also Yang Lius blood that was flowing on the side of his feet. His
body seemed to feel like he was in an icehouse, but Li Zhis forehead was sweating
a cold sweat and it was flowing to his cheeks.
A hand was suddenly on Li Zhis shoulder, Gu Yun continued to question near his
ear intensely and said: Speak up about the whole story of the matter during that
time, speak up about the name of the person who has planned the whole thing!!
Speak up!
I I can not say it Can not say it! I do not know I do not know!! Being
questioned intensely and repeatedly by Gu Yun, Li Zhi already slumped on the
ground, his face did not require any interpretation, he was already frightened
extremely and clearly.
You all do not force me, I do not know. I do not know anything!! Practically
out of his wits, Li Zhi roared continuously and lowly, he was already unable to stand
in front of the tiny young lady who was only more than ten years old.
Gu Yun regained her hand slowly, did not say anything and turned around to Zhuo
Qings side, she handed over the throwing knife to Zhuo Qing who helplessly
shrugged her shoulder, his mental capability already changed a little bit weaker
Or maybe, the person who was behind the scene was extremely powerful?!
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Someone comes. Dan Yu Lan called lowly, the bailiffs who were guarding outside
entered the hall immediately.
Hold the criminal to enter the prison and look after him sternly.
Yes. The limping Li Zhi was dragged out, Dan Yu Lan looked towards Qing Mo,
puzzlingly asked: Why did you not continue to ask? If she continued asking, he
might already reveal the truth.
Qing Mo looked towards Zhuo Qing, Zhuo Qing sighed and explained: He was
already on the verge to collapse, if we kept to say something, he would not listen to
anything now. According to a point of view of psychology, the more he would
ponder in this kind of circumstances, the more it would make him panicky. We will
add more fire tomorrow, he will surely speak the truth.
She was used to Gu Yuns way in asking the case incisively, people could practically
not able to grasp it!
Official Dan, we say goodbye now, it is best that you reinforce the protection for
the criminal from now on, do not let the murderer to have an opportunity to exploit
this situation. Finished speaking, Gu Yun pulled Zhuo Qing. Two people were just
about to leave the outside of the law court, Dan Yu lan called out to them suddenly:
Miss Qing, please stay.
Whom did he call out? Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun looked at each other one glance,
turned around to look towards Dan Yu Lan, they only saw that he was walking over
really fast and stopping in front of Gu Yun, he cupped his hands and asked: Dan
mou has several questions that I hope Miss Qing will grant the teaching.
Gu Yun answered generously: Say it.
Obtaining a nod of approval, Dan Yu Lan did not speak around the bushes and said:
You were only at the Yang familys home no more than a quarter hour, how did
you know the position and location of the corpse at that time? How did you also
know about the gold case? What kind of evidences and clues did you also have on
your hand?
The first question, my own nose was especially sensitive with the smell of blood,
even though it had been cleared up after the event, I could still feel the scent for a
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short time and the throwing knife left behind a lot of marks and the sword left behind
the marks were a big different. I believe that I do not need to say, Dan Daren can
distinguish them either, and the majority of the marks from the throwing knives
inside the room, no matter the strength and the direction, they all were basically
identical, only one knifes trace that was especially different. Summing it up, it was
easy to guess where the location of the corpse was. Second question, we had met
Qian Jing alone and he was the one who provided us with the clues of the gold case.
Third, I did not have any evidence and clue with regard to the gold case in my hand,
I was only just now. Lightly raising her eyebrows, Gu Yun smilingly said:
Speaking recklessly.
Ao Tian and Ye Mei who were investigating the gold case had not returned either,
she would naturally not know about the matter of the gold case but she had already
said an appropriate lie and was threatening with regards to the investigation of the
case, there was much benefits.
I have finished speaking, I will take my leave. Looking at the one green and one
blue silhouettes who were leaving unhurriedly, Dan Yu Lan with a pondering face
did not stop them, he looked forward to some more abilities that they had.
When they left Ying Tian government office, it was already in the afternoon, Zhuo
Qing asked: Should we go to look for the other two people now?
En. Even though she thought faintly that those two people were not the people
who had any key figure, but she would not permit any trace of negligence in handling
this cases objective, so they would still go to take a look, ok.
Miss Qing Ling. After the two people walked out for several steps, an older
womans voice faintly echoed. (See 1 below).
The two people were shocked a little, Zhuo Qing looked towards the old lady who
asked the question: Who are you? (See 1 below).
The old lady smiled and answered: This servant is Liu momo.
Calling herself momo, she must be the person from the palace, Zhuo Qing was jittery
in her mind, that Emperor did not look to inconvenient her again, right!!
Zhuo Qing impatiently asked: What do you want?
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That momo still maintained a smiling expression and answered: The Empress
Dowager has an Imperial decree to declare Miss Qing Ling to enter the palace to
have an audience.
The Empress Dowager?!
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, when did she also arouse the attention from the Empress
Dowager?! One Yan Hong Tian was enough to trouble her!
Gu Yun was watching the married womans face attentively, then she asked: Are
you the Empress Dowagers person?
Yes. Looking towards Zhuo Qing, the old lady said: Please, Miss Qing.
Gu Yun was following Zhuo Qings side but the old lady obstructed her with
courtesy, however her manner of speaking was not gentle: This lady, please stay
here, the Empress Dowager has only called for Miss Qing Ling.
Even though the old ladys face was smiling but it was not sincere, however, she
should really speak the truth. She should really be the Empress Dowagers person, a
chariot was park not too far away. There were four well built men by the sides of the
chariot, it appeared that if Zhuo Qing did not submit obediently, they would also
have taken her away.
Gu Yun did not observe that several men seriously, but the opposite side was the
Empress Dowager so she was afraid if she could afford to offend her.
You go now, I will help you to look for Lou Xi Yan. Gu Yun said it very clearly
to comfort Zhuo Qing and also to warn Liu momo not to act blindly without thinking.
En. Yun would handle the next affair, Zhuo Qing felt relieved. Looking towards
the side of the momo, she generously said: Then, I will have to trouble momo to
lead the way.
The chariot carried Zhuo Qing and left, Gu Yun hurried to go to the Prime Ministers
manor urgently.
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Chapter 66: Was This Regarded As A Proposal?
The chariot was galloping rapidly, Zhuo Qing was pondering all along secretly on
why the Empress Dowager looked for her after all, was it another trick from Yan
Hong Tian?! Or was it because of Lou Xi Yan? When her train of thought was still
in confusion, the chariot stopped inside the palace, then Zhuo Qing followed the
momo to walk east and west. Finally it stopped in front of the palace, Zhuo Qing
raised her eyes, the gate of the courtyard had a written Xi Xia Palace, was it not
just the West Empress Dowagers palace, right, this was not very creative at all..
Secretly cursing, Zhuo Qing remained at the outside of the courtyard, that momo
came back once again soon and spoke towards her: Miss Qing, this way please.
Following her to go to the inside of the palace hall, Zhuo Qing was a little shocked,
she originally thought that this Empress Dowager wanted to meet with her alone,
she did not expect that there were also many women inside of the palace hall. Each
and every woman was absolutely beautiful, she received a touch of surprise and
bewilder eyes, Zhuo Qing raised her eyes, unexpectedly, Qing Feng was also there.
Moving forwards once more, Zhuo Qing finally saw the Empress, after the Empress
saw her face clearly, she flashed through a trace of complicated mood that came out
discriminatingly for a moment.
Are you Qing Ling? A gentle voice of a woman faintly echoed, Zhuo Qing looked
towards the furthest seat of the master, one slightly plump madam was looking her
up and down. (The wording that the author used could be translated either fat or
plump, -pang so I used the word plump instead). She was wearing a dark reddish
purple cheong sam, simple head ornament, it seemed to be very plain and simple,
her smile was also cordial.
Yes. Zhuo Qing generously answered.
Come here next to Aijia. (Aijia, a similar third party calling for self for the
empress, the same as Zhen for the emperor).
Zhuo Qing did not hesitate at all, walked to her side magnanimously, this Empress
Dowager started to size her up, down, left and right. She almost got goose bumps,
she grasped her hand suddenly and smilingly said: Prime Minister Lous foresight
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is indeed pretty good, you are really a vivid girl, this acquired name was also good,
the person is as her name, what do you all say ah?
What the Empress Dowager has said is correct, Miss Qing. not right ah, we
should call Madam Lou, this person not only looks beautiful but also seems like a
fairy, clever and quick witted also, really makes people to admire her.
Yes ah, we hear at an earlier time that every one of the three Qing familys women
is overflowing with emotion, they are very beautiful, we see the two of them today,
as expected, their names are not in vain.
Even though they were disfigured, they could still be called beautiful as
fairies
Meeting for the first time, they already knew that she was overflowing with emotion,
also clever and quick witted Zhuo Qings head was filled with sinister lines
immediately. If these women continued on saying this again, she was afraid that she
could not endure not to vomit. Seamlessly retaking her hand, Zhuo Qing
immediately asked: The Empress Dowager, what matter do you have to look for
me, there is no harm to speak, right?
There is really nothing either, I hear that Prime Minister Lou is preparing to get
married, Aijia wishes to take a look which kind of woman can get Prime Minister
Lous favor.
It could not be this boring, right.. This Empress Dowager should be the West
Empress Dowager, who was exactly Yan Ru Xuans mother. Zhuo Qing thought that
she called her to come to bully her, who knew that this person was so affable, she
was not sure how to response!
Ling-er just sit next to Aijias side, ok, the people are all present, pass on the meal,
ok. While speaking, she really arranged for her to sit on her left side, not too far
away from the Empress.
Soon, the dishes were also served on the table, one group of women were saying and
smiling, Zhuo Qing thought so powerless throughly. Looking at Qing Feng one
glance, her face also had a look of impatience, Zhuo Qing lowly smiled, they seemed
to really have connection at this point.
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The culinary delicacies were exquisite, but Zhuo Qings interest to eat came to an
end, she did not know which person asked her this sentence at this moment: Miss
Qing, what do you do for your recreation during the day ah?
Recreation? Doing autopsy.
Zhuo Qing did not think too much when she answered the question without thinking
it through, she was an workaholic in the past, a lot of her friends often ridiculed and
said that her hobby was doing autopsy. She was also accustomed to self mockery,
unfortunately, these group of women who were in front of her did not appreciate or
understand her humor.
The inside of the main hall was in deathly stillness for a moment, almost all of the
people took the same action by pushing the nearby meats farther away, especially
the Empress who had experienced that disturbance during the palace feast. Her
complexion was white and she felt really nauseous.
No need this much exaggeration, ok..
In comparison, the Empress Dowager was clearly calmer, the hand that carried the
dish only paused slightly, her face was smiling amiably like before and she asked:
Ling-er really stands out from the masses, no wonder that Prime Minister Lou
favors you so much, who is Ling-ers master ah?
I do not know, I have amnesia. Zhuo Qing answered without thinking, this excuse
was really good.
Poor child, Aijia will let the Imperial physician to diagnose and treat you properly
for another day.
Zhuo Qing answered smilingly: Thank you, the Empress Dowager. Her heart was
somewhat jittery, how long would this boring party to continue on!
Imperial concubine Qing has not seen your older sister for quite a while, you
surely miss her, right, what if Ling-er stay at the palace for a few days, both of the
sisters can speak nicely. Just right after Zhuo Qing shouted boring, the Empress
Dowagers one line sentence that appeared to be a consideration for her, let Zhuo
Qing had goose bumps all over.
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Zhuo Qing had still not opened her mouth to decline the offer, but Qing Feng was
already quicker than her by a step, she answered: Thank you for the Empress
Dowagers favor, the wedding ceremony is imminent, I am sure that elder sister still
has so many matters to prepare. Moreover, it is always not good for the important
ministers wife to enter or exit the gate to the palace casually.
Hand over that many matters to the man to do will be alright, but what the Imperial
concubine Qing has said is also reasonable. This way, ok, since Ling-er wants to
marry Prime Minister Lou as a wife, she still needs to learn the courts etiquette.
Aijia will request the Imperial edict from the Emperor on your behalf to enter the
Imperial palace to study the etiquette honorably. This way, you and your elder sister
can be together nicely.
The Empress Dowager.
Alright, it is decided. Qing Feng was still thinking on what to say, the Empress
Dowager waved her hand and not allowed her to talk again.
Qing Feng apparently still wanted to talk, Zhuo Qing sent a meaningful glance
towards her to prevent her to say anything again. Qing Feng would have to live for
a long time in the palace after all, she would give herself a bigger trouble if she
offended the Empress Dowager.
Why did the Empress Dowager want to make her to enter the Imperial palace at all
costs? Zhuo Qing was thinking deeply on how she should break away from this kind
of dangerous circumstances. At the same time, the sharp and high pitch of a palace
eunuch arrived from a far and near: The East Empress Dowager has arrived.
Why was there another person who came?!
The palace eunuchs voice was just off, the grand clothing and ornaments, a married
woman who was covered by a dark red clothing near the palace eunuch, she was
escorted by many palace maids to enter the palace hall. Her face was taken good care
of properly, tall figure, made her look younger than the West Empress Dowager, no
more than 40 years old, magnificent golden hairpin, extravagant air that compelled
people, in comparison, the West Empress Dowager seemed plain and simple, as well
as amiable and approachable by a lot.
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Her sudden arrival made a group of Imperial concubines were panicky, they paid
respect hurriedly and said: Pay respect to the Empress Dowager, we wish the
Empress Dowager a long good fortune and peaceful.
Stand up, ok. Not looking at the women who were kneeling, Lou Su Xin walked
towards Yan Ru Xuans side.
The West Empress Dowager got up to welcome her, said smilingly: Please sit down
quickly, elder sister, how do you have time to come to my place?
Touching Yan Ru Xuans hand, Lou Su Xin answered: Xuan-er was sick for a long
time and she did not seem to get better, Aijia just wanted to take a look at her, who
knew that she was not at Qing Xuan palace hall. Aijia heard that younger sister
arranged a banquet at the palace, Aijia also came over to join in the fun.
Yan Ru Xuan hurriedly answered: Many thanks to Empress Dowager, Xuan-er is

already a lot better. The low voice like a mosquito, people could see that she was
also in fear towards this East Empress Dowager.
That is good. Letting go of her hand, Lou Su Xin swept one glance at everybody,
she seemed to ask consciously: Continue whatever words that you were saying just
now.
It was a pity that everybody lowered their heads, nobody dared to reply, Zhuo Qing
was somewhat curious, everybody seemed to be afraid of her. Zhuo Qing was still
observing secretly, her hand was gripped suddenly, she recovered and just saw the
West Empress Dowager was patting her hand lightly and she said smilingly: Xi
Yan will get married quickly, but he really conceals his new wife so good. I
especially request the person to enter the Imperial palace to take a look today, she is
sure enough a fragrant orchid and good hearted young lady. Looking at her make
people like her, we were discussing to make the Emperor announce an Imperial
decree for Ling-er to enter the palace to learn the royal familys etiquette a moment
ago. She also can accompany Imperial concubine Qing, both of them have left their
home for a long time, they surely have a lot of things to discuss.
The gaze merely were drifting away faintly, Zhuo Qing suspected that Lou Su Xin
simply did not look at her appearance clearly. Carrying a somewhat arrogant
personality, Lou Su Xin said with a clear voice: Yes, this matter ah, Xi Yan only
spoke with Aijia about this matter only several days earlier. His health is always not
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good since young, he will fall ill every spring and summer, Ling-er will use the
needle to stop the inflammation to give him treatment when he falls ill. He has
begged Aijia to let Wu momo to come out of the palace to give Ling-er the etiquettes
instructions, Aijia can not refuse him and can only agree with him.
The West Empress Dowager very clearly knew about the situation and changed the
subject, she said smilingly: So actually it is like this, since it relates to Xi Yans
health, then there is nothing more to this matter, right. Older sister rarely comes over
so let us dine together, ok.
Fine. Both of the Empress Dowagers sat down the atmosphere could originally
be regarded as joyous but it became oppressive immediately, but Zhuo Qings mood
was pretty good. This was also good, finally there was nobody who looked for any
trouble for her, every woman in that group was somewhat thinking and looking,
Zhuo Qing finished eating the cuisine comfortably.
She was brought out of Xi Xia palace by the East Empress Dowager, she thought
that this East Empress Dowager would say something to her, who knew once they
were out of Xi Xia palace, she only looked at her eyes one glance and said one
sentence: Xi Yan is waiting for you outside the palace, she meandered and left
right away..
She was Lou Xi Yans paternal aunt, right. The mind of the Lous family was still
not easy to guess!
Zhuo Qing followed the old momo to go out of the palace gate, as expected, she saw
Lou Xi Yans low profile chariot. He unexpectedly did not sit to wait for her, rather
he was standing at the outside of the chariot. Under the moonlight, his white
cheongsam (long gown) looked like an elegant deity, it was perfect and made any
person who was standing next to him feel ashamed of one owns inferiority.
Looking that Zhuo Qing had come out, Lou Xi Yan came up to greet her.
Did you wait for a long time? He still had that unhurried and contended manner,
from his expression, one could not see if he had been waiting for ten minutes or ten
hours.
Lou Xi Yan smiled mildly and answered: Only for a moment.
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Ok, he said only for a moment so it should be only for a moment. She could only see
Lou Xi Yan and Mo Bai beside the chariot so Zhuo Qing surprisingly said: Where
is Qing Mo? How come she did not see Gu Yuns shadow?
She came to inform me that The Empress Dowager took you away and then she
left afterwards. When she came, she was somewhat hasty and irritable, he thought
that she would follow to come over. He did not expect that she would leave serenely
after she finished speaking, she was really a strange woman.
On the contrary, Zhuo Qing was accustomed to Gu Yuns personality as she knew
that he would be calm and she believed that he would be able to save her so she just
left afterwards.
Stretching her waist, Zhuo Qing said: It is late, let us go back, ok. It was a very
busy day today so she was so exhausted.
Zhuo Qing prepared to get on the chariot, her wrist was suddenly grabbed by Lou
Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing turned around because she did not understand and looked
towards him. She could see that Lou Xi Yan was watching at her attentively and
conscientiously, he asked: Do you not want to ask me anything?
Zhuo Qing pondered for a moment and answered: What should I ask you?
You can be angry since I do not enter the palace to look for you and harm you by
letting you stay at the palace this long.
Holding her hand tightly, Lou Xi Yans serene eyes were watching at her attentively
and deeply.
So, actually, as it turned out, he was talking about this, Lou Xi Yans slightly nervous
look pleased Zhuo Qing, she admitted that this vanity that she got was satisfying.
But it was just that she did not have any desire to use this opportunity to take away
the shameless lovable and extensive sympathy, slightly smiled, Zhuo Qing candidly
spoke out with her own attitude: The Empress Dowager only summoned me to enter
the palace, what could she want to do to me, you were a state official so did not need
to inconvenient yourselves to enter the harem. On the contrary, if you really wanted
to come and get me, you would fall from the common peoples perception. You still
asked the East Empress Dowager to help me out of this trouble, this was already
enough. I do not think that I will need to get angry for any reason, the most important
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thing is that I am not that weak. Even though one group of women who are like
wolves and tigers and they harbor malicious intentions, unfortunately, I am not a
small rabbit either, you can be at ease. (I think theres a rule that any official can
not enter the harem where those evil women usually are so thats why LXY cant
enter the harem and can only ask his paternal aunt to rescue ZQ).
Smiling eyes with high spirits, the faint smile on her water chestnut lip was pursing
up, her face did not have any trace of cowardliness under the moonlight. That kind
of self confidence was even so dazzling, maybe his anxiousness was unnecessary.
Lightly holding up her scattered long hair on her back with his fingertips, Lou Xi
Yan lowly smiled and said: Yes, my Ling-er is a small fox.
My Ling-er? There was that faint pampering and spoiling tone again that made
people to become intoxicated with that soft whisper, her jet black hair was twisted
on his hand. Zhuo Qing felt that deep ambiguous feeling between the two people
again, her heart could not be contained and palpitated violently. After that lack of
soft kissing event last night, her heart seemed to change. But what did Lou Xi Yan
think about this?
She wanted to continue with this kind of worry about personal gains and losses and
let herself to be in this kind of passive circumstance all along? The answer was no.
I hear that you are preparing for a wedding? She must make him confess first!
It seemed as if the satin hair felt the same as a good imagination, Lou Xi Yan
continued to fiddle with her hair and answered absentmindedly: Yes.
Softly pulling her hair back, Zhuo Qing did not allow him to be distracted and
continued to ask: With who?
Lou Xi Yan wished to continue saying something, the kind of cool and silky smooth
touch that let people to linger on. Facing Zhuo Qing who was arguably pressing on
her line of sight, Lou Xi Yan answered generously: You.
With both hands on her chest, Zhuo Qing laughed: Why is it that I, the person who
is involved in this does not know it?
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His innocent face frowned, Lou Xi Yan answered: You do not deny that you are
my madam at the main hall, is this not a proof that you have promised to be my
wife?
He unexpectedly gave her this innocent look!! Zhuo Qing was happy and also angry,
she lowly roared: That was obviously just a plan of convenience! The time when
he said that she was his madam, she did not give her consent, ok!!
The civil and military officials can not think like this, I can not think like this
either.
Was he acting shamelessly like this?!! This could actually be called a marriage
proposal? Zhuo Qing would simply not allow to force a smile!!
Zhuo Qing disapprovals face was hardly concealed, Lou Xi Yans expression was
gloomy, asked in a low voice: Are you going to suffer if you marry me?
Zhuo Qing shook her head and answered candidly: No, your perfection makes
people feel ashamed of their inferiority.
This was a strong point? His serene eyes were locking up tightly at her eyes, Lou Xi
Yan asked: But, you do not wish to marry me?
Did I wish to marry him? Recalling the women guests at the banquets today, they
were enchantingly beautiful, everyone of them possessed charm but they were all
trapped inside the palace wall and they all belonged to one man. She did not know
how they would think but she would absolutely not let this to happen to her. Facing
to look at his eyes, Zhuo Qing answered: How do I say this, my husband should
respect me, both of us will protect and support each other, take care of each other,
trust in each other. I will not allow another third party to appear, of course, the fourth,
fifth and sixth parties will not allow to appear even more! Do you think that you can
achieve this on your own?
The matter that you care about is that I will take a concubine in the future, right?
Zhuo Qing nodded candidly, this was the problem that could not be avoided in this
era, she did not have any interest to share him with other people, even though his
perfection made every woman emotionally affected.
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Lou Xi Yan gently smiled, there was no need to be perplexed with regard to this
problem, he calmly answered: I, Lou Xi Yan will only have one woman in this one
life, that is my wife.
Zhuo Qings surprising mouth was slightly opened and she forgot to close it,
according to his identify and status, he would absolutely not required to try to please
her and lie to her. Zhuo Qing had already guessed in the past that this kind of elegant
and gentle man would stand out from the masses. But she had never thought that he
was so unique, he would only have one woman throughout his life, not to mention
this kind of commitment from one powerful Prime Minister from the imperial court
and ordinary people in this ancient time, the man in the modern time would not dare
to promise it easily like this, right? How could she not amaze by this!!
Zhuo Qings foolish appearance caused Lou Xi Yan to smile, he continued to fiddle
with her hair one more time, Lou Xi Yan distorted his facial expression deliberately
and said smilingly: My small fox, do you really need to be this happy?
Coughing lightly, Zhuo Qing finally closed her mouth, embarrassingly smiled and
said: I am sorry, I was just surrounded by a group of women who were very
frightening and irritating just now, their facial expressions were somewhat
dysfunctional, please understand this__ shocking expression, thank you.
This was not the exact answer that you wanted.
Yes, it was. The answer was not the one that she would disdain on her own
pretentious~.
Then, what problem do you still have?
What other problem? Zhuo Qing was somewhat at a loss
What problem do you still have to be my wife. Lou Xi Yan asked very naturally,
but Zhuo Qing wanted to curse at people. How could she answer to this person?! I
do not have any problem, please marry me, ok?! Let her be dead, ok, she could not
say anything!
Zhuo Qing sighed: I am under the impression that you are a very romantic person,
it seems that I am somewhat mistaken now. Even though she had never received
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any marriage proposal before but there was somebody who proposed marriage like
this
Romantic? Lou Xi Yan raised his eyebrows lightly, his eyes flashed through a
trace of doubt, Zhuo Qing cursed herself for being an idiot secretly, perhaps, he
simply did not know what the meaning of being romantic was.
Just when Zhuo Qing was doing her own self criticism, her waist was tightened
suddenly, Lou Xi Yans low voice was echoing in her ear: I understand.
What did he understand?! Zhuo Qing raised her head startlingly, she was only able
to see one bright dazzling man who was approaching towards her. Zhuo Qing
retreated unconsciously but the hands that were holding her waist would not let her
to run away, instead he tightened up both of his arms, Zhuo Qing only felt her lips
were heating up.
En All of her crying out in surprise was transformed into the other persons
warm breath. Zhuo Qing opened her round eyes, her brain was blank momentarily.
He. kissed her.. He appeared to not let her continue to stare blankly, the warm
breath had his smell, his kiss was gentle as before, but his arms were still holding
onto her waist tightly and rubbing her back. Lou Xi Yan only released her lips until
she thought that she could not breathe, his head was pressing against her forehead,
his dull voice sounded even more fascinating: Can you marry me like this?
Zhuo Qings brain was still a little stupid for a short period of time, he should not be
as gentle as jade, he should be polite, modest and courteous, and he should be tender
hearted.. Who could tell her what was going on after all, this was the gate of the
palace ah!
How many Imperial bodyguards were still behind them, he unexpectedly kissed her
like this?!!
Both people were still breathing and entangling with each other, his perfect and long
single eyelids raised slightly, there was still actually a kind of strange sex appeal and
charm. She was insane, she seemed unable to resist this kind of Lou Xi Yan. She
had no choice but to say that her feeling was good with that warm kiss just now~~~
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Chapter 67: Caught Up In The Deadlock
The light ray in the summer time was dazzling directly from the half opened lattice
window on the top of the bed curtain, the person who was on the bed grabbed the
side of the silk quilt to cover her face, she intended to continue her good dream.
Bang, bang, bang. (A loud banging sound)
An intense knock on the door sounded almost deafening, even if one had covered
the ears with hands, one was impossible to ignore, moreover, the person who came,
appeared to have perseverance as knocking on the door sound was heard repeatedly.
Zhuo Qing cursed lowly and did not have any choice to wake up from her beautiful
dream!
Did this person want to die, whoever came to disturb somebodys quiet dream first
thing in the morning! Striving to get free of her misty eyes, Zhuo Qing was
struggling to open the door.
Once the door was open, she only heard the young servant girl, Fei-er, who was
assigned by Lou Xi Yan to attend to her, she was apologizing humbly and anxiously:
I am sorry, Madam, I am sorry. This young lady would not agree to wait for me to
relay the news, she was just stubbornly rushing to come in on her own. I am sorry,
Madam.
Fine, fine. Zhuo Qing waved her hands to see clearly a grave expression of Gu
Yun, Zhuo Qing thought that something surely happened. And she tried to find her
urgently like this, it should be because of the murder case, right.
Follow me. Grabbing her wrist, Gu Yun just grabbed her to go out essentially.
Zhuo Qing grabbed her collar and said urgently: Hold on, hold on, Miss, in any
case, you should let me put on a dress, ok!
She was only wearing the night clothing now and even though it was not regarded
as being exposed, but it was only a thin robe. When one entered a village, one had
to follow the local customs, in any case, here was the ancient time, if she went out
with this clothing attire, she would estimate that she would be crushed to death by
eggs and tomatoes.
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Releasing her hand, Gu Yun urgently said: Hurry up.
Gu Yuns completion was extremely ugly, Zhuo Qing also felt that this matter was
urgent, she grabbed a raw white silk cheong sam to put on conveniently. Then she
used the water that was near the headboard to wash her face by patting her cheeks
randomly, Fei-er stepped forward to help her to comb her hair. Zhuo Qing waved
her hand and while she was braiding her long hair in passing, she asked: What
happened?
Gu Yun with a heavy voice answered: Li Zhi is dead.
Dead?! Zhuo Qing stared blankly and asked: When? What is the cause of death?
Yesterday evening. The initial determination is poisoning, Dan Yu Lan is in the

middle of investigating the Imperial bodyguards who were guarding and the bailiffs
who were delivering the food last night. He will let you do the autopsy and I want to
listen to your opinion. Unexpectedly, Li Zhi could be poisoned to death inside the
Ministry of Justices prison, this murderer really had a great ability!
Her hair was already tied up properly, Zhuo Qing nodded and answered: I am good,
let us go, ok. Both people walked out for a couple steps, Zhuo Qing stopped her
step suddenly, she faced Fei-er who was standing at the doorway expressionlessly
and said: You need to go and tell Prime Minister Lou that I and Qing Mo are going
to the Ministry of Justice for a while, I will return in the evening. He had said that
she could have the freedom to enter or exit the Prime Ministers manor last night, he
would not interfere and restrict her movement. This being the case, he could be so
lenient towards her and had confidence in her, she should also somewhat be
accountable.
Yes. Fei-er nodded.
Gu Yuns elegant eyebrows raised lightly, when did Qing start to be obedient like
this, she even provided her own whereabouts? She remembered that Qing was
working and busy for several days and several nights and did not see anybody in
those days. There was no news at all so the elites company that had been chasing
after her for two years felt defeated and finally gave up on her. But she took the
initiative to explain her whereabouts today, Lou Xi Yan was indeed remarkable ah~
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If this was an ordinary time, she would surely ridicule her about this, unfortunately,
today was not the time to do that. Pulling Zhuo Qing, both people left the Prime
Ministers manor hurriedly.
The main entrance of the Prime Ministers manor was on the other side of the trail,
two people were just about to go out, but because of the two energetic silhouettes
who just left the manor, they stopped their footsteps.
A woman who is showing her face in public all day long, can you not control her?
This kind of woman does not deserve to be your wife. A muffled voice that carried
a deep displeasure, Lou Mu Hais dark complexion declared his full dissatisfaction.
Smiling and looking at that white silk back, even if she was in a simple ornament,
she was already so beautiful. Not paying attention completely to the person next to
him who was really angry, Lou Xi Yan faintly smiled and answered: I think that
she is very good like this .
If Qing Ling was like the so called girl from a wealthy family, the golden branch,
jade leaves type (blue blooded nobility) who was always cautious and careful with
her words, cautious and solemn in all respects, he could not be certain that he would
be like this now where he could not control himself to love her dearly.
Lou Xi Yan could hardly cover up his bias to help her, it made Lou Mu Hai to loath
Zhuo Qing even more, angrily said: If you really like her, just accept her as a
concubine, that will be good. Princess Chao Yun is dignified and beautiful, she has
already admired you for a long time, she is the best choice to be your wife. You as
the Prime Minister, and one of the Lou clans family member, you should really
consider how to balance this concern, not only to follow your own hearts desire!
Lou Xi Yan groaned softly, he had already done a lot for the Lous family! His eyes
flashed through a trace of deep resentfulness and disdained, Lou Xi Yan coldly
answered: At the second month of the three years prayer for blessing celebration,
I intend to get married with Qing Ling after the celebration event. I will deliver the
invitation card to the West Generals manor.
Lou Xi Yan! I am your dad! Lou Mu Hai rebuked angrily, he did not pay attention
completely to this disobedient son of his every time he returned, why could they,
father and son not be able to be like the other father and son?!
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Dad? Looking towards this relative who was glaring at him and then flaunting his
own identity as a man, Lou Xi Yan was laughing. Why did he not see him as a dad
when Xi Wu was born, when he was growing up and when mother was facing death?
Raising his head with a trace of mocking smile, Lou Xi Yan with a cold voice,
smilingly said: I like this woman and just want to marry her as a wife, moreover,
there will be only her. I am not the same like you, I, Lou Xi Yan do not need to lean
on a woman to balance my official career.
Finished speaking and also not caring on what the reaction from the person who was
behind him, Lou Xi Yan turned around and went out of the Prime Ministers manor.
The complexion of the person who was left behind was ashen, the painful eyes of
Lou Mu Hai were in a daze, watching at that meager rearview attentively, he was
unable to move a single step for a very long time.
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The icehouse was still chilly, the several oil lamps were still shaking violently, this
was the second time that Zhuo Qing was doing an autopsy at the Ministry of Justice.
There were ice and coffins everywhere, Gu Yun simply sat on the top of the coffin,
she was listening to Zhuo Qings autopsy analysis: According to the rigor mortis
(the stiffness on the corpse), the livor mortis (the black bluish color on the corpse)
appeared to be in the early phase on the corpse, the time of death of the deceased
was between ten to twelve hours ago.
Eh, I am sorry, Madam Lou. The young bailiff who was recording at the corner
did not understand and he asked: This, hour, what does it mean?! (Hahaha I was
thinking why ZQ was using between 10-12 hrs in the paragraph above.
Remember that they dont use hour). He wanted to do this matter everyday, just to
record the conclusion of the examination of the corpse by the coroner, it must be
detailed and accurate, especially for this Madam Lou so he could hand it over to Dan
Daren. Every words that she said about the autopsy time would be recording without
missing any word.
How could she forget that there was another person, seeing Gu Yun so she recalled
that they used to work at the same place previously, she was used to use hour and
just blurting it out a moment ago. Thinking, Zhuo Qing answered: You just write
five to six shichen, ok. (1 shichen equals to 2 hours).
Oh. The young bailiff lowered his head hurriedly and recorded it down.
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The deceaseds complexion was greenish black, the eyeballs were protruded,
mouth, nose, eyes had equal flowing foul blood. The skin was light bluish green
color, fingernails were bluish dark, the abdomen was slightly extended.
The deceased had not been dissected for the advance examination, Zhuo Qing asked:
Have Dan Yu Lan finished examining the corpse?
Shaking her head, Gu Yun answered: I was just about to look for him at dawn today,
he just sent somebody to ask me to come, then I finally discovered at the prison that
Li Zhi was dead. Dan Yu Lan only looked at it in a simple way to say that he died
of poisoning, then asked me to ask you to come over to do the autopsy. He would
wait at the prison to interrogate the Imperial bodyguards who were guarding last
night. Dan Yu Lan understood clearly that Qings autopsy skill was better than his
skill.
Picking up the already prepared tools on the side, Zhuo Qing cut open the abdominal
cavity carefully to carry out the in depth dissection.
The inside thoracic cavity of the deceased were smidgen by dark red liquid, each
of the internal organs in the thoracic cavity was in normal position. The esophagus
mucous membrane was slightly corroded, the stomach area had the remnant of the
food, the mucous membrane sticked together, the stomach wall had three corrosion
holes. The myocardium was stiffed, the inner membrane had a small amount blood,
kidney was greenish black, the skin of the membrane shed.
The cause of death was very clear, Zhuo Qing took off her gloves and said: The
cause of death was due to food poisoning. But I did not have any toxicology report
so I could not specify it for the time being, what kind of poison that he died from.
Li Zhi was in the prison at that time, it was impossible to involve poison, even if he
really carried it in order to want to kill himself, he could just take the poison directly
and did not need to eat it with his food. There was no doubt that this case was a
homicide case.
Let us go. Jumping off the coffin, Gu Yun took the lead to leave, Zhuo Qing was
also following her to go out of the icehouse.
Gu Yun kept silent along the way, her complexion was heavy, Zhuo Qing asked:
What are you thinking?
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It was already mid summer, the sun was somewhat dazzling, Gu Yun stopped her
footsteps near the big tree on the roadside, leaned against the tree trunk lazily, Gu
Yun answered distressingly: Our opponents are so much worst than we can
imagine. The criminal who was inside the Ministry of Justices prison just died
unexpectedly, moreover, how coincidental that he almost wanted to speak up about
the inside story of the gold case! This person is indeed omniscient and omnipotent
compare to us in the open, he is in the dark, it is not easy to want to bring him to
come out.
You doubt Dan Yu Lan? The person who knew that Li Zhi was almost falling
apart and also who could kill a person inside the Ministry of Justices prison, the
most possible person was Dan Yu Lan.
He should not be that stupid to this degree. Gu Yun shook her head and analyzed:
If he is the master of the matter behind all these, he can do this matter more
beautifully, I guess it is because Dan Yu Lan who has interfered, the lead master is
panic and does not hesitate to destroy all evidences at all costs. Yang Liu is dead
now, Li Zhi is also dead, there are only two more Imperial bodyguards who were
guarding the cave during that time. One is transferred to station in the East China
Sea and one has already resigned the official position and nobody knows where he
is now. The trails appear to have been broken, we can only wait Ye Mei and Ao
Tians news tonight.
She hoped that they would have good news, ok, but it was only a short three days,
could they already find out about the gold case? The evidences that should be
destroyed must have already been destroyed at an earlier time, right.
Extremely hot, using her hand to fan her face as wind, Zhuo Qings eyes were bright
suddenly, she smiled and said: Actually, there is one person who knows this and
has not died, is not that so?
There was one more person?! Gu Yun made a tapping sound with her fingers, she
smiled and said: We are going to find her.
Two peoples footsteps accelerated unconsciously, they wished that she would not
suffer any mishap either.
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Chapter 68: The Current Murderer (Part 1)
Madam Yang.
Arriving in front of the Yang familys courtyard, they just saw Yang Shi was
stepping on the stool on the side of the small courtyard to arrange the flowers and
plants. Her hands were all dirty, Yang Shi turned around to look one glance at them,
she said with a soft voice: Please come in, the courtyard door is not locked.
Going through the door hurriedly and entering the inside of the courtyard, they
discovered that the flowers and plants blossomed beautifully, they were different
varieties of plants and flowers. Gu Yun was not interested with the flowers and plants
but she was looking at them up and down customarily, Zhuo Qing walked to the side
of the flowers and asked: Did you plant all these flowers?
Yang Shi used her hand to move the flower pot, smilingly said: En. I am usually
not busy and like to plant some flowers hastily.
You planted them really good. Discovering several pots of lavender flowers on
the top of the shelf that were very beautiful, each string of flower was very special,
Zhuo Qing asked: What kind of flowers are these?
While she was speaking, Zhuo Qings hand stroke the petals lightly.
Be careful! Yang Shis speaking voice was still not off yet, Zhuo Qing already
shouted lowly and she withdrew her hand hastily, her body retreated unconsciously
but she was not careful and knocking against the side of the flower shelf. Luckily,
Yang Shi who was standing on the side to support her with her shoulder so she did
not fall down.
Hearing her yelling, Gu Yun came over in a hurry and said urgently: How are you?
Shaking her head, Zhuo Qing answered: I am ok. Her fingers were only a little
sting, she was only a little bit frightened a moment ago, nothing more. She was
looking towards that delicate, colorful and lovely small flowers, Zhuo Qing asked
curiously: What kind of flowers are these, they unexpectedly have long thorns!
Yang Shi walked down from the stool and explained: These are my hometown kind
of flowers, they are called aromatic herb, these flowers will be quite fragrant during
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night times. The fragrance can expel and exterminate mosquitos so I have planted
some of these at home.
Where are you from Madam Yang? Gu Yun only asked customarily, Yang Shis
face flashed through a trace of faint distressed and answered: I am from Huai Zhou
Li county.
Why was she sad when she spoke about her familys hometown?
Lightly patting off the dirt on her hands, Yang Shi said in a soft voice: Let us go
inside to talk, ok, but it is very messy inside.
Good. Zhuo Qing and Yang Shi walked towards the inside of the house.
Turning her head around to look one glance at the flower shelf on the side, Gu Yuns
eyes flashed through a trace of different color. But she only looked for one glance
and then she entered the inside of the house along with them.
Please drink tea. Yang Shi placed the teas in front of them. Not waiting until she
put the teacup properly, Gu Yun said with a heavy voice: Li Zhi is dead.
What?! Yang Shis hand that was still holding the teacup trembled, said urgently:
Who killed him?
Gu Yun raised her eyebrows lightly, she said who killed him?, it seemed that she
knew that he was killed ah!
Covering up her radiant eyes, Gu Yun answered: The authorities found a murder
weapon that was used to kill Yang Liu at his familys home. Since Li Zhi borrowed
money from Yang Liu repeatedly and owed him a big amount of money, so we
suspected that he wanted to escape due to the debts and killed Yang Liu. But he
insisted that he did not kill anybody and still said that he had an evidence that the
money was given to him voluntarily by Yang Liu . Originally, he would have been
prepared to return home to get his so called evidence, but he was poisoned to death
inside the prison!
Yang Shi lowered her head one more time, Gu Yun could not see her expression
clearly, so she could only continue saying: We came this time, just wanted to ask
you if Yang Liu had ever said to you if Li Zhi had any information on his hand that
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could be used against him. Maybe you had heard while they were discussing about
some strange matter.
Yang Shi shook her head lightly, but she still did not raise her head up.
Gu Yun faced Zhuo Qing to send a meaningful glance, Zhuo Qing understood
clearly. Grasping Yang Shis hand lightly, Zhuo Qing said: Madam Yang, please
look at me.
Yang Shi finally lifted her head up, Zhuo Qing soothingly said: The murderer killed
your husband, shifted the blame on Qian Jing and poisoned Li Zhi. You might just
be the person whom he is targeting next, I hope that you can cooperate with us and
bring the murderer to justice. Not only that this will console your husbands soul and
spirit, but we can also guarantee your safety.
Yang Shi appeared somewhat lost in thought, she answered after a long time: I also
wanted to help you, but he had never spoken to me about these, they always sent me
away whenever they were talking, I really did not know anything.
She was lying again!
Gu Yun narrowed her eyes slightly and got up all of a sudden, she said: Fine, ok,
since it is like this, we will not disturb you.
Both of them departed Yang Shis home again, but comparing at the time when they
came, their eyes seemed to have a lot of traces of understanding. Looking at each
other one glance, Gu Yun laughed and said: We are going to Dan Yu Lan next.
Inside the prison, Qian Jing was still tilting his tall leg over to the other leg on that
slab bed, but there was no dry grass inside his mouth, rather he was chewing a greasy
chicken leg.
Running around for the whole day, Zhuo Qings stomach was still empty up until
now so when she looked at the relaxed and free eyes of the man in front of her, she
could not help to lowly cursed and said: We work ourselves to death, on the
contrary, you are so free and unfettered ah .
Sitting up, Qian Jing laughed and said: There is nothing that I can do about it, who
makes me to become a criminal.
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Her back was leaning slightly on the cool stone wall, Gu Yun looked one glance at
the outside of the window through the black sky, she asked: Have they not come
yet? It was already in the evening and she was afraid that they missed the good
show from the other side.
Under Zhuo Qings fierce staring, Qian Jing who was eating unhappily, shrugged
his shoulder and said with an indifferent smile: Not yet, they will naturally show
up when the time comes. If it was not secretive in movements and traces, then it
would not be those two people, he had never seen anyone who liked to be mysterious
this much!!
Rolling her eyes over, Zhuo Qing cursed, if she had known earlier, she ought to eat
until she was full before coming here again!
Gu Yun suddenly asked: How was it? Did you find anything?
Zhuo Qing turned around and only saw Dan Yu Lan who come in with an exhausting
face. Shaking his head, Dan Yu Lan said with a sigh: All of the prisons food were
provided in unity, other peoples food did not have any problem, except Li Zhis
food that had poison in it.
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows, the prisons food was provided in unity?
Then, what was that thing on Qian Jings hand, the prisons food was already so
good that each meal could have chicken leg?!
Finished eating the chicken and throwing the bone inside the paper pouch, Qian Jing
grumbly said: Do not look at me, I request the bailiff who is guarding to buy this
for me. I am not the one who says this, but the food that is provided in this prison
cell can not really be consumed by human! It still cost him three coins (money) for
this errands fee, snatch his money!!
Dan Yu Lan did not pay attention to Qian Jings grumbling, he continued to say with
a cold voice: The bailiff who was in charge in distributing the prison food was
already locked up. After investigating for one day, he insisted that he, himself was
accused wrongly, did not admit to put poison in the food. There are four Imperial
bodyguards who patrol at a fix time inside the prison and they also do not see any
suspicious person.
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In other words, this day was in vain, he did not have any favorable impression
towards the officials at the Ministry of Justice to begin with, Qian Jing immediately
mocked and said: In other words, Li Zhis top secret and bizarre death, I see that
the Imperial prison at the Ministry of Justice is the most dangerous place!
Dan Yu Lan investigated for a whole day and he did not even make a little progress.
He listened to Qian Jings comment now and his complexion was black and
somewhat scary. Zhuo Qing lightly coughed to think hard on what to say to bring
relief to the atmosphere, just about to stand her body straightforwardly, one black
and one red silhouettes already stood at the gate of the Imperial prison, it seemed
that they had come for a long time.
Qian Jing and Gu Yuns faces were serene as if they already detected their arrivals
at an earlier time. Even Dan Yu Lan also kept his calm in the face of the unexpected,
but Zhuo Qing was unable to endure and lowly shouted: Please! Can you or can
you not show up like normal people a little next time! You will frighten people to
death! She did not have any martial art so it would be impossible to remain calm in
an event like this, ok?!
Unfortunately, Ye Mei and Ao Tian absolutely ignored her, they entered the inside
of the prison and looked one glance at Dan Yu Lan but did not say anything.
Dan Yu Lan had little interaction with them directly but the names of these two
people were absolutely well known in reputation. They practically brought to justice
all of the criminals whom the Ministry of Justice and Ministry of War could not
arrest.
Gu Yun did not need to explain why Dan Yu Lan was there with them, she believed
that they were already clear about it. The gold case had a wide implication, if there
was no government personnel who took the lead, they would be unable to do many
things.
Looking at the color of the sky (to indicate time), Gu Yun did not beat around the
bushes, immediately said: We are all here, I will say to make headway, ok. With
regard to Yang Lius case, we have already found the murder weapon, Qian Jing can
basically clear from the murder crime. But because Li Zhi is dead, he has not
admitted to the murder before his death so Qian Jing is still the criminal suspect at
the moment, we need to lock him up temporarily. I suspect that the murderer who
killed Yang Liu and Li Zhi, was also enormously affiliated with the gold case during
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that time but they were both murdered. My trail on this side has already been broken,
do you find anything?
They already helped Qian Jing to cleanse the criminal charge? Not bad, that they
cooperated with them to investigate the case so it was not considered to be a wrong
decision.
Ye Mei still did not make any brief remark and was only standing to the side, Ao
Tian was explaining the three days result expressionlessly: During the gold case at
that time, there were Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Appointments and Ministry of
War, these three ministries gathered up and chased after the information together.
There were five people who were included among these and had the opportunity to
overtake the control of the case, respectively, the Ministry of Justices government
minister at that time, Fang You An, Ministry of Justices assistant minister, Ping
Ran, Ministry of Appointments assistant minister, Tai Xin, Ministry of
Appointments middle rank minister, Huang Zhong Qu, Ministry of Wars assistant
minister, Wu Guo Cheng. Furthermore, there were three people whom Yang Liu had
some contacts with, Fang You An, Ping Ran and Wu Guo Cheng. Qu Ze, Yang Liu
and Li Zhi were all Ministry of War Wu Guo Chengs subordinates. At that time,
when Yang Liu returned to report, Wu Guo Cheng was not present, it was Ping Ran
who deployed the troops to provide assistance. The outcome when they arrived at
the rock cave was that they only saw a lot of wagons marks on the ground, the gold
were already disappeared.
Gu Yun asked: Where are these three people now? Were they also died, right?
Since that day, she always had this feeling that there were a pair of gloomy and cold
eyes staring at her. The cold eyes that were staring at them, as long as they made a
little progress, he would undertake the task. This feeling was terrible!
Because he did not do his best to investigate the case, Fang You An was transferred
and assigned to be Governor of Tong Zhous province. Due to old age, he had to
step down and retire to return home on the second year and he died of illness at the
beginning of this year. Ping Ran was also demoted, he was transferred to Ministry
of Wars middle rank minister, on account of his three years of good performance,
he was promoted as the assistant minister this year. Since Supervisor Wu Guo
Chengs subordinates did not do their best, he had to surrender his middle rank
minister position, once he stumbled, he was unable to rise until now.
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It sounded like there was no room to be suspicious, Gu Yun continued to ask: What
are the condition of their financial affairs?
The condition of the financial affairs? Except for Zhuo Qing, everybody else was
staring blankly, Zhuo Qing lowly smiled: The meaning of her words were their food
and clothing expenses, real estate, bank deposits, whether or not they exceeded the
proper range of their official salaries.
Recovering, Ao Tian continued to answer: After Fang You Ans death, the Fang
family has suffered a reversal of fortune, their current life is a little bit better than
the ordinary people. As far as Ping Ran, he is always an honest and faithful person,
the condition of his home is not better than the ordinary official. Wu Guo Cheng
drinks excessively all day long, he owes a lot of money for beer money.
Qian Jing blew a whistle sound, smilingly said: The meaning of this word is that
they are even poorer lo~~.
Gu Yun lightly sighed and said: 1 million taels of gold, they would need at least 7-
8 chariots if they divided them to be put into the chariot. At the time this matter
happened, there were already a group of people who pursued immediately, they
unexpectedly did not discover the gold, this was also very strange! It had been three
years since this matter happened, it could be that the mastermind of this case was
not a stupid person, it was also possible that he could hide the wealth meticulously.
But that large amount of gold, they needed to be circulated, right, it was impossible
to disappear without any cause or reason!
Dan Yu Lan was silent from the beginning to end and just listening to their
explanations and analysis. The gold case made a lot of noise during that time, he was
always responsible to supervise the miscarriage of justice so he was not familiar with
this matter. But this case from three years ago, Ao Tian was not the intermediary of
the authorities, unexpectedly, he was able to use three days to really investigate this
throughly and in detailed.
These people were standing inside the prison now, if they could enter and serve as
an official, then it would be very good. But he also understood that trying to persuade
them was not an easy matter.
Gu Yun suddenly asked: Did you finally find the specific location for that rock
cave?
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Ao Tian coldly nodded his head.
It will be necessary for us to go to investigate the site of the rock cave tomorrow,
maybe we can discover something new. Looking towards the color of the sky from
outside the window for the third time, Gu Yun craftily smiled: We just have to see
whether or not the fish has taken the bait now!
What was the meaning to that? Ao Tian and the other people were at a loss this time,
Qian Jing faintly thought that it would surely have a good show for him to see
tonight, and he shouted: I want to go also!
Zhuo Qing casted sidelong glances at him, she answered in a deadly earnest: Please
do not forget that you are a criminal now!!
After he ate his fill, he was thinking to watch a show? No way!
Gu Yun broke into laughter, Qian Jing indeed bumped into an iron panel, he did not
know why Qing held the most grudge for
Night time, a great number of dense vegetation was entirely silent, behind the simple
and crude of the roof tile house, two bailiffs were guarding outside the door. In this
broken roof tile house, Daren had sent someone to search all over once, but they
could not find any valuable thing, they were unable to understand why they wanted
to have this place guarded! The night vigil was the most boring matter, the two
people were leaning lazily against the gate. One person was paying attention to the
circumstance of the surroundings, while the other person was closing his eyes to rest.
One black shadow flashed past, vanished rapidly among the motley tree under the
moonlight, the body shape rapidly made people to believe that they would merely
see their own shadows vaguely.
The silvery light flashed through a night sky, it could only hear a depressed groan,
the guarding bailiffs voice collapsed. The bailiff who was resting his eyes heard the
strange sound, just barely opened his eyes so he could not see the shadow clearly
before his eyes. He only felt an acute pain on his neck and he was already
unconscious before his eyes.
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The black clothing person agilely dragged the two unconscious men inside the
courtyard, lightly closed the door of the house, leaped to enter the inside of the house
rapidly and began to rummage through to look for something. He did not let off
every corner of the place, the inside room was rummage through in a complete
disorder, the black clothing person did not appear to find the thing that he was
looking for, his expression was cold. The black clothing person unexpectedly picked
up the iron hoe from the corner and started to dig the kitchen counter, the corners
and other places.
Soon, the house was filled with flying dust..
He does not want to tear down the wall, right?! A doubting and mocking sound of
a females voice echoed faintly.
Another clear and bright sound of a females voice said smilingly: It is very
possible.
In the dark, there were sudden noises and somewhat relaxed laughters inside the
uninhabited house, it was somewhat strange to listen to the sounds. The black
shadow person was in great alarm and turned his body around suddenly, the cold
pupils slightly narrowed to watch attentively at the location of the voices. He threw
aside the iron hoe that was on his hand and unsheathed the long sword from his
waist, the silver white of cold ray of the moon was especially dazzling to the eyes.
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Chapter 69: The Current Murderer (Part 2)
Originally, the small house was still pitch dark but it was lighted up by the torches
in all of the directions, everything could all be seen in the inside of the room (nothing
was hidden because of the lights). The small house with the roof tiles all around was
ambushed by more than a dozen bailiffs, a group of people were standing in the
middle of the courtyard, including Dan Yu Lan and Gu Yun.
The black clothing person started to panic after he saw clearly that he was already
surrounded in the danger zone, on the contrary, he was calm and his pair of cold eyes
took precautions to stare at the delegation of people on the outside, the long sword
was held on his hand firmly.
Madam Yang, give up, ok, there is no way for you to go. Gu Yun walked forwards
slowly, Dan Yu Lan blocked her path, but Gu Yun waved her hand and went inside
the house with an indifferent face.
Dan Yu Lans complexion sank, he knew that she was a tremendous investigator to
solve the case but if she was captured and took as a hostage by the criminal, that
would be bad.
Still wanting to step forward to block her, his sleeve was suddenly pulled to stop
him, Dan Yu Lan turned his head around and only saw Zhuo Qing was shaking her
head towards him. She hinted to him that he needed to be quiet and did not need to
be tensed, since she was also making him not to be worried, maybe Qing Mo had
her own plan, right. The Imperial archers were hidden all around and with a single
instruction, the long arrows would immediately be sent inside to the room where the
black clothing person was. As long as she was somewhat making an abnormal move,
she would be shot like a hedgehog immediately.
Gu Yun entered the inside of the house unarmed and defenseless like this, calmly
looked at the person inside the room, the black clothing person was staring now.
Pulling down the face mask directly and efficiently a moment afterwards, a blazing
lotus face shined upon, it was actually somewhat pale. The owner of this face was
exactly that Madam Yang who professed to have many illnesses!
Her cold eyes were staring at Gu Yun, Yang Shi coldly asked: How do you know
that it is me?
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Having no other choice but to speak, Yang Shis acting was already regarded as
excellent, her normally gentle and softs appearance during the day, who would have
ever believed that after removing her female clothing, she unexpectedly had this
pressing murderous spirit like this. Comparing to her impetuousness, Gu Yun
seemed exceptionally relaxed, she smilingly said: When we went to Yang familys
home for the second time, I discovered that you were lying. Your expression showed
me that you understood throughly why Yang Liu were able to have so much money,
moreover, you also showed an extremely loathed expression. Originally, I thought
that you committed adultery with Li Zhi, then conspired to kill Yang Liu and shifted
the blame on Qian Jing, but I negated this guess after I had met Li Zhi.
The archers outside were at least more than a dozen people, not every one would
shoot with great precision, right, if two people shot on her, she would completely be
an arrows hog. Silently cursing in her heart, Gu Yun used her body to move
forwards the side a little and leaned against the side of the door near the narrow wall,
then continued to say: From all of the people who were at the scene on that day, if
you eliminated Li Zhi and Qian Jing, the most likely person who committed the
crime was you. But you were only one weak woman, how could you murder a
person? Therefore, I was suspicious that you have an accomplice and this
accomplice killed Yang Liu. You helped him to put away the throwing knife, after
that, you concealed it at Li Zhis home. After he was arrested, you would worry if
he had that so called evidence and could prove himself that he did not commit the
murder, so you simply used poison to kill him.
Yang Shis face flashed through a trace of extremely rapid disdain, Gu Yun affirmed
her own guess again and said smilingly: All of this predictions had also been thrown
out again when I saw you this afternoon. Because I discovered that you did not need
to have an accomplice, you really concealed the expert in your own body.
Yang Shi twisted her eyebrows and said: How can you be sure? She should not
reveal any mistake today, right?!
Both hands on her chest, Gu Yun leisurely laughed and said: Do you remember that
beautiful flowers shelves at your home? The flower shelves have four layers, the
first layer has eight flower pots, the second layer has seven flower pots, the third
layer has six flower pots and the fourth layer has nine flower pots. All together have
a total of thirty flower pots, when Qing Ling bumped into the flower, you supported
her with your hand, afterwards, the two of you went to the inside of the room. I felt
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something wrong at that time, because after watching it again, the fourth layer was
missing one flower pot and the second layer had one excess flower pot.
Listening to her words, Yang Shis complexion changed, however, Dan Yu Lan who
was outside the door did not understand clearly, he asked: Can you explain anything
about this? This could only prove that Qing Mos ability to remember was very
good, that was all.
When Qing Ling bumped into the flower shelves, the flower pot from the fourth
layer that was located in the furthest side fell down, you were a person who
extremely loved the flower so you reached out your hand to catch the flower pot.
You were afraid that Qing Ling would knock down your other flower one more time,
so you supported her with your other hand. But you were worried that I would see
this act so you just continued to put the flower pot easily at the nearest area which
was on the second layer afterwards, was it right?
A clear and brights voice of a woman was saying those line of sentences, Yang Shi
only felt that her own hand was somewhat uncontrollable and slightly trembled. This
person was very sharp, she remembered that Qing Mo did not practically look at her
flowers shelves in the afternoon time, she unexpectedly could verify thoroughly and
in detailed like this and spoke up about the quantity of the flower pots on every layer.
She put the flower pot that she grabbed properly beforehand, she obviously saw that
Qing Mo just turned around, she should not see her own movement but she
unexpectedly said it without any slightest difference?!
Her breathing already started to be in chaos, Yang Shi breathed deeply, she
pretended to be calmed and said: Brilliant speculation, but everything was only
your guess, what evidence did you have to prove it that I was the murderer? Even if
I have martial art and appear at the home of Li Zhi in the middle of the night, can it
prove that I really kill Yang Liu viciously?
Earnestly nodding her head, Gu Yun answered: With only these, we really can not
prove that you are Yang Lius murderer.
Yang Shi was just relaxing secretly, Gu Yuns quiet voice echoed again: But can
you explain why you are dressing in a night walk clothing in the depth of the night,
your hand is holding a long sword, and appear in Li Zhis home, you come here to
look for something, right, Madam Yang? Not right ah, I should address you__ Qu
Xin.
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Once Qu Xin, these two words came out, Yang Shis eyes filled with amazement,
the blood seemed to freeze up for a moment, after a while, she suddenly laughed
heartily: I thought that I had concealed myself properly, who would have thought
that a person could already see it through.
Dan Yu Lan sighed secretly, as it turned out, Qing Mo asked him about Qu Zes
information was because of this investigation.
After speaking about this matter, the few people who were inside the courtyard could
also guess about the whole story of the case, Ye Mei and Ao Tian looked one glance
at each other. They both found appreciation in each other eyes towards that woman
who was speaking frankly with assurance, her perception and speculations abilities
were strong, they had never seen a person like her before.
Inside the house, Gu Yun discovered that Qu Xins hand that was clenching at the
sword, was no longer tight, so she advanced for one more step but she still did not
dare to lower her guard and she continued to speak with her: Actually after I know
that you have martial art and guess that the murderer is you, but I can not find what
motive you have to do this after all. If you were after Yang Lius money, he was
already dead, there was no need for you to do so many things like this to shift the
blame to Li Zhi. Until I discover that Qu Ze unexpectedly has a younger sister. In
addition, because he was judged to have secret ties with the thief who was planning
for an upheaval and stole the money, so as his only sole relative and younger sister,
you, Qu Xin had to be arrested as a criminal also.
Qu Xin apparently did not sense that Gu Yun was near, perhaps she sensed it but
just did not want to injure her, sighing, Qu Xin nodded her head to admit and say: I
am Qu Xin.
She had not used this name for the last three years, since her older brothers death,
she was always immersed to take revenge on his suffering. Looking towards the eyes
of the woman who seemed able to see everything clearly, Qu Xin took a deep breath
eventually, with a cold voice, she said: What you said was right, I was the one who
killed Yang Liu. From the beginning, I set Qian Jing up, during that time, if it was
not because of him, my elder brother could run away so he should also receive the
first imprisonment. Furthermore, in his capacity as a bounty hunter, he surely had
many friends who could help him to wash clear the guilt, just as expected, he found
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you all. I had already anticipated this but you unexpectedly was so good like this, it
actually went beyond my expectation.
As expected, it was like this, actually Gu Yun did not really have any evidence in
her hand to prove that she murdered someone, but luckily, this psychological attacks
trick was effective. Qu Xin was a wanted criminal, once her identity was really
exposed, it was possible that she could plead guilty.
Gu Yun continued to entice her to say: Also, there was one component that was
beyond your anticipation, Li Zhis death, you put the throwing knife at Li Zhis home
to shift the blame that he killed a person, was in order to make him desperate and
demanded to prove himself that he did not have any motive to kill anybody. You just
wanted him to speak up about that years gold case, this way, the truth of the matter
was sure to be revealed and it could prove that your elder brother was innocent.
Qu Xin slowly nodded her head, with a bitter laugh, she said: Yes, that was right. I
did not anticipate that Li Zhi would be dead unexpectedly. There must be a
mastermind behind the scene. You deliberately left behind Li Zhis evidence to
thread and pull me to take the bait, I did a lot of things like this in order to find who
the mastermind behind the scene to take revenge on my elder brother. Therefore,
even if I sensed that this was a trap in advance, I would also must jump in it. She
already did not have any way out from early on, was it not so?
Gu Yun who was already walking to her side took advantage of the opportunity when
she was absent minded, suddenly closing forward, she grabbed the sword.
Using her wrist, she captured her hand extremely quick and extremely fierce, Qu
Xin was in pain, the long sword fell down. Qu Xin turned over to want to grab Gu
Yuns throat, Gu Yun had already guarded it early. Using at close fitting tactic, with
a low body, her right hand grabbed Qu Xins belt, her shoulder stroke her abdomen
with one hard stroke, Qu Xin was thrown outside the room.
Everything happened so sudden, apart from Zhuo Qing, nobody would ever think
that this petite woman unexpectedly could throw out a person like this..
Recovering, the bailiffs who were guarding aside hurriedly stepped forward and
pressed Qu Xin on the ground firmly.
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Beautiful face, because of not being resigned to and twisting, Gu Yun stood on her
side on purpose, calmly said: If you want to help Qu Ze to wash his injustice, you
should not use a method like this, you are originally a victim, but you make
yourselves a murderer now.
The both of them need to die! Winner takes all, I lose, I do not have any complaint,
it is just a pity that I can not find the secret person behind the scene! I will die with
a remaining grievance!!
Qu Xin used her strength to twist her body similar to the feeling of insufficient
sorrow, a hooting yell was echoing in the night sky.
Her body was tied together with ropes, that meager silhouette that was escorted by
a group of bailiffs, looked even weaker, waiting for her was the outcome of
murdering people.
Recalling that womans gentle eyes in front of the still flowers and plants, recounting
the miserable past events, also the sinister from a moment ago, Zhuo Qing did not
know if her psychological feeling was pedantic or obscure. Raising her head to look
towards the night that was especially clear and brights full moon, Zhuo Qing lowly
sighed: Behind every case, there is a story, a reason, some people are even so
lamentable and pathetic. I think I still suit more doing autopsy to face the ice colds
corpses forever, and I only need to write down the real course of events of the death.
Walking ahead behind Zhuo Qings back that was slightly stumped for words, Gu
Yun stopped his footsteps, with a low voice, she answered: If everyone believes
that one is righteous, one can think according to one owns aspiration to give virtuous
punishment to evil, this world will just lose its righteousness. Since the law has been
drawn up, everybody should just comply with it. If you violate the law, you will
receive punishment, no matter how many helplessness you have, how many
bitterness.
The serene voice sounded like it was not impassioned, the fact was each line of the
sentence was so firm, Zhuo Qing lightly smiled and shook her head, and answered:
You are forever this black and white clearly.
Gu Yun did not say anything, both of them were walking alongside under the
moonlight night in this different era, with different thoughts.
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Chapter 70: Forced Marriage (Part 1)
Zhuo Qing was walking alongside with Gu Yun on the quiet street, the fresh and
cool night wind was blowing the people comfortably, the bright moonlight was
enveloping them, the somewhat beautiful misty, after remaining silent for a very
long time, Zhuo Qing suddenly said in a low voice: Yun.
En? Gu Yun lightly hummed, waiting for her words to come.
Once again, there was silent for a moment, Zhuo Qing finally smiled and said softly:
I. am about to get married with Lou Xi Yan.
Really? Gu Yuns pace was lagging, soon after she smilingly said: Still less than
three months, the speed of this flash married of yours is indeed quick enough.
Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows, she did not think either that it would be quick
like this, perhaps it was because that person was Lou Xi Yan, right.
Zhuo Qings eyes could not conceal the happiness and it made Gu Yun understood
clearly that she was really falling in love. Lou Xi Yan was really good and really
match with Qing, but there was one real problem. She did not want to splash cold
water on Zhuo Qing, but Gu Yun had no choice but to ask: Have you or have you
not think that there is one problem? If I find the bagua board, we have the opportunity
to go back, do you want to stay behind? During that time if you can still choose, then
it will not be the worst, I am just afraid that it will resemble like last time. It is an
unfathomable mystery to return back to your original life, do you think it clearly?
Perhaps, Qings work habit was the original cause that gave someone a somewhat
cold feeling, actually, she was a person who attached importance to emotion and a
soft hearted person. If she and Lou Xi Yan loved each other and got married, and
then suddenly separated all of a sudden, it might be very likely
Zhuo Qing leaned her head slightly to look towards Gu Yuns worry face, firmly
answered: Yun, there are so many uncertainties when it comes to future matters,
because of these uncertainties, I do not want to lose the happiness that I can certainly
have now.
Was it? Ok, then, her emotional quotient (EQ) was lower comparatively, any topic
about emotion, Qing was braver and more mature than her by a lot. Since Qing
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already thought clearly, then the only thing that she could do was to give her
blessings.
Lightly draping Zhuo Qings shoulder, Gu Yun with a soft voice, smiled and said:
Have a happy wedding.
Thank you. She was happy to be able to receive Yuns blessings. Yun was her best
friend, she hoped that she could share this happiness with her.
Both of them were chatting and laughing while walking towards the direction of the
Prime Ministers manor, but they saw a tall silhouette who was walking on the quiet
and cold street. Gu Yun took precautions and watched attentively ahead, Zhuo Qing
slightly narrowed her eyes to see, that person was Mo Bai? Why was he here?
Mo Bai walked up to her, he was still with that cold face, but his voice seemed
somewhat urgent: Masters illness recurs again.
Remembering when Lou Xi Yans illness with hurried and briefs breathings and pale
face, Zhuo Qings heart was panicky, said towards Gu Yun urgently: I am going
now.
Very well.
Looking at Zhuo Qings back that was scurrying, Gu Yun secretly sighed, she was
afraid that Qing fell into a trap this time
Fortunately, the Prime Ministers manor was not too far, jogging all the way and a
moment later, Zhuo Qing arrived at Lou Xi Yans Lan Yue building. A group of
people were already standing in front of the small courtyard, this time was probably
because Lou Mu Hai was also there, Lou Xi Wu and Xue Xian Xin were not
quarreling again.
Rushing straightforwardly to Lan Yues building, Zhuo Qing was the focus of
everyones gaze, Xue Xian Xins wish to see Lou Mu Hais eyes that flashed through
a deep loathing, her hearts was secretly happy. Just about to go pass through her to
enter the inside of the house at this time, Xue Xian Xin stretched out her hands to
stop her way and said: The Imperial physician is treating him inside, you will cause
less trouble.
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Thinking that Lou Xi Yan who was inside, Zhuo Qing did not pay attention to this
woman who was stirring up trouble, she said with a cold voice: Let go, I do not
have time to listen to your nonsense now.
Her mouth was deflated, Xue Xian Xins face showed a grievance and looked
towards Lou Mu Hai and said: Laoye, you look at her, she simply does not have
any upbringing. She would absolutely not let this rude woman to be sitting in a wife
position, otherwise where could she get any good day in the future!
Now was not the time to discuss about upbringing, Zhuo Qing brushed her hands
and walked towards the inside room immediately. Xue Xian Xin still wanted to hoot,
but Mo Bais tall silhouette stood in front of her.
Second Madam, she can treat Masters illness. An indifferent voice with blue eyes
made Xue Xian Xin unawarely afraid, and she withdrew to the side of Lou Mu Hai.
Lou Mu Hai was watching attentively at that slim back, what was so special about
this woman after all, she could unexpectedly make Mo Bai to be extremely respectful
towards her?!
Zhuo Qing lightly pushed the door to come in, after she entered the bedroom, she
was afraid that she would disturb the Imperial physician who was giving the
treatment so she only stood at the side of the screen to observe Lou Xi Yans
circumstances. He was half leaning on the bedside, his pair of eyes slightly
narrowed, he only had a thin unlined garment as his clothing, his chest and back
were already covered by sweats, his chest was moving up and downs indefinitely,
his breathing was disorderly like before.
The Imperial physician was just about to tidy up the needles equipment, he should
just finished treating his illness so Zhuo Qing walked slowly to advance, lightly sat
on the bedside but she did not dare to make any noise to disturb him.
Lou Xi Yan slowly opened his eyes up at this moment to see a heavy complexion on
a woman who was on the bedside. Lou Xi Yan extended his hand to hold her hand
together.
His palm was sweating, but the temperature of his fingertips were actually ice cold,
both hands were tightly gripping the slender fingers on her palm, Zhuo Qing looked
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at the mans eyes that were tormented with serious illness, pale and haggard, deep
in her heart, she felt a burst of unfamiliar pain.
This small official (xia guan) will go to boil the medicine now, Prime Minister Lou,
please speak less and rest as much as possible. The Imperial physician looked one
glance at the two people who were holding hands tightly, and tactfully retreated out.
Zhuo Qings worry and heartache could only be shown by holding his hand and put
both of their hands on Lou Xi Yans heart, lightly rubbing her hand, Lou Xi Yan
breathed deeply and said with some difficulty: I am fine.
The candlelight, his eyes were gentle and soft and resembled the water, but his face
was still very pale, restraining her flustered eyes, she did not need Lou Xi Yan to
comfort her at this time.
Still holding his hand firmly, Zhuo Qings complexion already recovered as before,
she softly called out: Mo Bai.
After the light sound of a door, Mo Bais tall silhouette came to the bedroom now.
You need to cut down that several cotton trees that are in the courtyard. She should
settle those cotton trees earlier but she was occupied to deal with the gold case
recently. It was her carelessness, one flowering season of the cotton trees had passed
so there was cotton wadding everywhere. This thin fiber was the easiest to trigger
the asthma, she was careless.
Mo Bai did not move at all, he rather looked towards Lou Xi Yan who was half lying
on the bed, Lou Xi Yan muttered to himself resolutely for a moment, and said with
a low voice: Those were bestowed by the West Empress Dowager.
So what if they were bestowed by the West Empress Dowager? Zhuo Qing got angry
and said in a fury: Those cotton trees will kill your life.
Because of anger, Zhuo Qings complexion was somewhat flushed, her beautiful
eyes were glaring at him angrily. Her anger was spread out through out the eyes and
made it difficult to cover up her flustered heart, from their palms, it came through a
steady flow of warmth, she was anxious because of him.
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Lou Xi Yan suddenly smiled, with a touch of his faint pampering tone of voice, he
answered softly: The mistress has already said it, then just cut them down, ok. It
had been so many years, what should come, then let it come, ok. His health could
not bear to have more and more outbreaks repeatedly like this, he did not have the
heart either that his Ling-er had to feel apprehensive because of him, he had done
more than enough concessions.
Lou Xi Yan already said like this, Mo Bai turned around to go out and prepare to cut
down the trees, he just walked for several steps, Zhuo Qing called out again: Hold
on!
Mo Bai did not understand and looked towards her, Lou Xi Yan was also gazing at
her tenderly, Zhuo Qing was thinking and saying once again: Do not cut them
down, you go and try to find some people to remove the cotton from above the cotton
trees. Then later on, just remove the cotton when they start to bloom every year, ok.
Yes. Mo Bai hesitated for a moment, but he still accepted the order at last and left.
This so called bestowment, what was the significant with regards to her who came
from the modern time, it was not important at all. But with regards to the Lous
family, it might be very important. The Imperial courts had numerous and
complicated relationships, mutual internal strife with crafty plots and machinations,
even though she did not understand it to much but also knew that any wrong step
just might consign them to eternal damnation.
After withdrawing her anger, using the sleeve of her garment softly to wipe clean
his forehead that had thin sweat, Zhuo Qing sighed and said in a low voice: You
must have your own intention to keep those flowers, but I can not watch them to
threaten your life.
The heavens treated him good to send her to his side all along, took her busy hand
and grasped it in the hallow of his palm again, Lou Xi Yan said with a serious face:
The pray for blessings celebration will begin soon, I will be a little busy this time,
wait until the busy time has passed, we will get married right away. I will give you
a grand wedding ceremony.
Zhuo Qing lowly smiled and shook her head, she answered: I do not care about a
grand wedding, it is good if you remember your own promise that you have already
said to me.
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Their ten fingers were still intertwining stickily, Lou Xi Yan said in low voice: I
am willing to spend all of my life as a couple with you.
The clear and raw voice as if it was a low song from a zither, the promise that she
heard was the most beautiful pledge, the phoenixs eyes with excessive deep emotion
could take any woman to drown. Her heart was hysterically throbbing once again,
his slightly moist lips and right in front of her eyes, repeated breathing, it attracted
Zhuo Qing to approach.
Even though.. I ##, but I ###, ###.. romantic. The beauty presented a kiss,
Lou Xi Yan reaped the benefits happily, but she merely approached, the fresh and
cleans fragrance on her body made him to breathe disorderly right away, more and
more turbid, especially, since her warm and soft body was relying on his embrace.
His mind continuously flashed through the hot spring pond event, it made someones
blood vessel to spurt to see the graceful body shape This would make him choke
again now
You.. Looking at him ###, ###, ###.
Her face was flushing, she could not help to curse in her heart, the male beauty was
indeed a disaster! Hearing clearly Lou Xi Yans intermittent words, Zhuo Qing
suddenly did not know whether to laugh or cry He would not think that this so
called romantic meaning was just kissing, right!! Heaven ah.. How would she
explain this beautiful misunderstanding Boo hoo, boo hoo (she was crying in
her heart) Just when Zhuo Qing was embarrassed incessantly, Jing Sas
distinctive gloomy voice echoed outside of the door: Master.
Lou Xi Yan did not wish to release his grasp of Zhuo Qings hand, this was the first
time that he loathed Jing Sas insensitivity, with waning enthusiasm, he answered:
Come in, ok.
Without entering the bedroom and stoping his footsteps at the outside of the screen,
Jing Sa answered: The Wes Empress Dowagers Imperial decree, please make a
trip to enter the Imperial palace.
What happened at the Imperial palace? Lou Xi Yans double edged eyebrows
lightly twisted, it was already haishi now (9-11 pm), why did the Empress Dowager
still wanted to summon him with an Imperial decree. Moreover, he just got an
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outbreak a moment ago, if it was not an important matter, Jing Sa would not come
in to bother him.
Separating by the screen, Jing Sa looked one glance at Zhuo Qing who was sitting
on the bedside with their palms intertwining, after a moment, he answered with some
doubts: Princess Chao Yun tried to hang and kill herself last night
What?!
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What? It was not Lou Xi Yans lowly called out, but it was rather Zhuo Qing who
was sitting on the side. She remembered that Princess whom she had met for a
glimpse, it would not make people to forget this beautiful girl, dignified, gentle and
quiet, why did she want to kill herself?
Looking at Lou Xi Yan who was by her side, his face did not show any surprising
look, he asked in a low voice: Were Princess alright?
The palace maid discovered her early so she should be alright. The Imperial
physician is still diagnosing her.
Fortunately, she was alright, Zhuo Qing could feel that Lou Xi Yan took one relax
tone, he knew the reason why the Princess tried to kill herself? Watching attentively
at him with her eyes, Zhuo Qing asked: Why did she try to kill herself?
Lou Xi Yan lightly frowned but did not know how to answer. He did not need to
guess to know why Xuan-er would try to kill herself. It was because of him, but he
did not want Ling-er to misunderstand.
Thinking of that day at the Imperial palaces main hall, that girl looked at her with
her watery eyes, additionally, his expression at this moment, Zhuo Qing guessed and
said: Because you want to get married and the bride is not her?
Lou Xi Yan still did not answer, only faintly said towards Jing Sa: Prepare the
chariot.
Yes. Jing Sa bowed and went out.
Lou Xi Yan forced his body to stand up, merely this kind of simple movement, he
was already out of breath. Zhuo Qing brought a clean clothing and handed it over to
him, anxiously said: You still want to go like this? He even had a problem walking,
how could he enter the Imperial palace like this, or that Princess was really
important?
With Zhuo Qings assistance, Lou Xi Yan changed into a fresh greenish blue scholar
garment. Seeing her uncomfortable heart, Lou Xi Yan was caressing her cheek,
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smilingly said: An Imperial decree can not be disobeyed. I am alright, you do not
need to worry.
Forget about it, there was no need to bother with this desperate young girl! Looking
at him gasping at the beginning when she was putting on his clothing, Zhuo Qing
said: How about if I accompany you, ok, I will wait inside the chariot to wait for
you.
Lou Xi Yan shook his head and answered: You are already tired for the whole day
today, rest properly at home and wait until I return. Ok? He still could not be certain
what the Empress Dowager want to do this time. He was afraid that it would harm
her in this risky condition if he brought her along with him.
Lou Xi Yans gentle tone, his opinion was already conveyed very clearly, Zhuo Qing
did not insist on it either: Fine, you take care on your own.
Wait for me. A light kiss landed on her eyebrow, Lou Xi Yan lightly scuffed on
her nose, Zhuo Qing lightly startled for a moment, Lou Xi Yan already walked out
of the inside of the room slowly when she recovered.
Zhuo Qing hurriedly followed him to walk out, Lou Xi Yan wore a neat clothing,
pale complexion, it was difficult to cover up his exhaustion and went out of Lan Yue
building. Lou Mu Hai was looking coldly one glance at Zhuo Qing who was on his
back, he asked towards him: Where do you want to go?
Zhuo Qings face was gloomy, what was he staring at her for, it was not her who
made Xi Yan to go out either! Not reasonable!
Lou Xi Yan did not answer Lou Mu Hai promptly, he rather turned around to Zhuo
Qings side and said: It is already late, you go to sleep first, ok.
Lou Mu Hais gaze was colder and colder when he was glaring at her, Zhuo Qing
nodded towards Lou Xi Yan peacefully and contentedly, she was not afraid of having
eyes contests with anybody!
Walking to Lou Mu Hais side, Lou Xi Yan faintly answered with a sentence: The
Imperial decree from the Empress Dowager, I want to enter the Imperial palace.
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Xue Xian Xin did not understand and lowly called out: Entering the Imperial palace
now? This late, what has happened? What is going on calling somebody to enter the
Imperial palace in the middle of the night? How is this not making people curious?
Lou Xi Yan did not explain, only lightly nodded towards Lou Mu Hai and walked
out of the courtyard gate afterwards.
Lou Xi Yan already left, Zhuo Qing also turned around to face the nine zigzag bridge
to prepare to return to Zhai Xing pavilion and wait the news from Lou Xi Yan, her
feet still had not moved one step, Lou Mu Hais like heavy and deep thunder voice
echoed from behind her: You, come and follow me to the study room.
Whom did he call out?
Zhuo Qing turned around blankly, Lou Mu Hai was already walking over to the
direction of the study room. Xue Xian Xins face tilted to take a joy in calamity and
delight in disaster and looked at her. Lou Xi Wu walked to her side, lightly patted
her shoulder, her face was full of sympathy and she whispered to her ear: Do not
be afraid, his voice is a little loud, nothing more. You have my elder brothers
support, you will be alright.
Zhuo Qing lightly knitted her eyebrows, she was not afraid at all but instead she had
an interesting face, very good. Lou Xi Yan had not returned, she estimated that she
would not need to sleep either, then would just go with him, ok.
Zhuo Qing unhurriedly went to the study room, Lou Mu Hai already waited for a
moment, his face undoubtedly displayed his impatience.
Once she stepped into the study room, Lou Mu Hai did not give any round about
either, directly asked: Did you know the reason I asked you to come here?
Zhuo Qing shrugged her shoulder and answered: I do not know. She was not a
round worm in his abdomen. (Its a saying that shes not him so how can she knows
what he thinks.
With regard to taking a concubine in this family matter, originally, a woman should
be talking about this issue with her. Xi Yans mother was already passed away, Xian
Xin also had that kind of temperament, although it was somewhat awkward, Lou Mu
Hai said with a cold voice: Since the Emperor has already bestowed you to Xi Yan,
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you are already Xi Yans woman, you will certainly have a position in this home.
But the one most important thing is that you need to know your own position clearly.
Do you understand?
A good position ~~ Zhuo Qing answered: Your meaning is that I should not prevent
Xi Yan to take a concubine?
Xi Yans official wife should have been well matched in terms of social status as
him, a woman who can help and benefit him towards his official career.
As it turned out, she overestimated her own capabilities, the meaning of this persons
words was not that she would allow or not allow to take a concubine, it was actually
that she did not have any qualification to be his official wife! Zhuo Qing coldly
snorted: So?
He already spoke clearly like this, as far as Zhuo Qing was concerned, he did not
have any high regard, Lou Mu Hai was more and more annoyed.
He did not say it? Well then, let her say it, Zhuo Qings hands were on her chest,
coldly said: So I should advice Xi Yan to take a wife who can give him the benefits
in his official career to show my generosity and ladylike?
Not knowing whether or not that he was accustomed to this type of arrogance or
simply not paying attention to how Zhuo Qing was thinking, after he heard her
words, Lou Mu Hai unexpectedly said: It is good that you understand, Xi Yan likes
you and you are clear about this, even if he takes an official wife, you do not need
to worry that you will lose his favor either. With regards to Xi Yan and the Lou
familys concern, the Prime Ministers manor needs a prominent social status for his
official wife.
She still believed that this father was simply thinking that she was not fit to be his
sons wife, as it turned out, she was not fit to be the Lou familys Madam. Contrary
to being angry, she was laughing, Zhuo Qing disdainfully answered: If a man wants
to rely on a political marriage to achieve his owns higher goal, I do not want him
even if you give me this kind of man. I do not know what you think of Lou Xi Yan
in your heart, maybe the both of you merely fill your eyes with the benefits to expand
your power like a piece of chess. However, he is the one person, the one man whom
I love in my heart.
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As it turned out, speaking about love did not seem to be that difficult, Zhuo Qing did
not expect that she would blurt it out herself, her mood was extremely good.
Voluntarily ignoring Lou Mu Hai whose face was already like lightening flashes
with thunder rolls (extremely angry), Zhuo Qing with a clear voice smiled and said:
I think you are probably misunderstood, the character that I lack the most is to be a
virtuous and warm person. My man can only have me as his wife. Do not even say
about taking a concubine, even an occasional cheating is entirely not allowed!
Impudent! A jealous woman does not fit to be a wife, if you obstinately persist in
going about things the wrong way, I can only drive you away from the Prime
Ministers manor ultimately. This woman was really pampered by Xi Yan until she
was undisciplined and out of control!
You do not need to worry about this for me. If Lou Xi Yan has a second woman,
you do not need to drive me out but I will go on my own. If she was saying things
again, this person would probably have a stroke, right. Shrugging her shoulder, Zhuo
Qing smilingly said: I think we do not need to continue speaking, the time is already
late, you should rest early! She should still have an upbringing and manners towards
him.
Finished speaking, Zhuo Qing turned around and left the study room. You will do
harm to him.
There was appear to be a warning sigh that was muttered to himself irresolutely that
made Zhuo Qings back was stiffed, but it was only for a very short time. Without
turning her head around, Zhuo Qing took a step to leave steadily as before.
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It was already zhishi (between 11 pm-1 am), the inside and outside of Xia palace
was still brightly lighted up, the palace eunuchs and palace maids were kneeling on
the ground, but the quietness made people to suffocate. The heavy atmosphere did
not need to enter the inside, as it was already imprinted deeply.
Lou Xi Yan just entered the inside of the palace hall, just saw the West Empress
Dowager, Yang Zhi Lan and the Emperor sat on the first seat at the palace hall. Yan
Hong Tians complexion was malicious so it was difficult to recognize if he was
happy or angry, the Empress had an anxious face and kept looking at the outside of
the palace hall continuously. Catching the sight of Lou Xi Yans entering, Yang Zhi
Lan was secretly relaxed.
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Walking to the middle of the palace hall, Lou Xi Yan kneeled down on his one knee
to pay respect: Chen Lou Xi Yan pays respect to the Emperor, long live, long live,
long, long live. May the Empress Dowager has good fortune and peaceful.
You may rise. Seeing clearly that Lou Xi Yan did not have any color on his
complexion (very pale), Yan Hong Tian frowned and said: Bestow to be seated.
How is it that you complexion looks so bad?
Secretly recuperating from his breathing, Lou Xi Yan faintly answered: Many
thanks for the Emperors concern, Chen is alright. Not knowing what matter actually
happens that Chen has to enter the Imperial palace very late at night?
Yan Hong Tian had not spoken yet, the West Empress Dowager lowly sighed and
said: Xi Yan ah, calling you to come this late, Aijia is also forced to do it and
without any choice.
Xuan-er, this child is just stubborn! She only likes you from childhood, you know
about this too, you want to get married now, how can she accept it?
The Empress Dowagers words were too serious. She already invited the Emperor
to come, he was afraid that she would not give up if she did not reach her purpose
tonight.
Lou Xi Yan asked: Is the Princesss health good? He could say that he watched
Yan Ru Xuan to grow up, if she really had any mishap, he could not bear it either.
He could ask like this, in other words, he had known Xuan-ers matter about trying
to kill herself . The West Empress Dowager had a worry appearance on her face,
originally she still took good care of her proper face, but now, her appearance was
completely tired. No longer trying to avoid the topic, Yang Zhi Lan said: She just
woke up at last, Aijia is worry, that child is still taking things too hard to do foolish
thing. Aijia has requested you to come today, just want to discuss this with you,
Xuan-ers feeling towards you is very deeply rooted, how do you see it?
Xuan-er was her only daughter, she would definitely help her to get it as long as she
wanted anything!
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Lou Xi Yan kept silent, Yan Hong Tian did not speak harshly either, the inside of
the main hall was quiet for a very long time, the West Empress Dowager finally
spoke out her purpose tonight: Aijia will just betroth her to you today, good or not?
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Aijia would just betroth her to you today, good or not?
Although she used this asking sentence, unfortunately, the West Empress Dowager
did not actually inquire his opinion, bestowing a marriage was the primary purpose
of summoning him to enter the Imperial palace tonight, right.
Already expecting this earlier, Lou Xi Yan was not surprise at all, only got up from
his seat and walked to the middle of the palace hall, cupped his one fist on the other
hand and slightly bowed his body, he answered faintly: Thank you for the Empress
good intention, Chen already has a wife, does not dare to cause the Princess to feel
wronged.
The Empress Dowager had already foreseen this early that he would speak like this,
she raised her head and with a devoted face, she smiled and soothingly said: You
can be at ease, Aijia is not an unreasonable person. Qing Ling, that child, Aijia also
likes her very much, the pray for blessings celebration event is almost here, after the
event celebration, you and Xuan-ers wedding first. As soon as you have completed
the wedding, you can bring Qing Ling into the manor, although it feels somewhat
wronged to her, but you also know Xuan-ers personal character, she will certainly
not make things difficult for her. According to Lou Xi Yans temper, he should not
take another concubine, one wife and one concubine, Xuan-er would also unlikely
to feel very wronged.
Answering the Empress Dowager, Chens marriage affair with Qing Ling has
already been reported long time ago in the public, family and older generations. Chen
has also informed a group of officials at the Imperial palace banquet, she is already
Chens wife, how can Chen take other wife? He would surely persevere in regard
to this matter to the end.
The West Empress Dowager just stared blankly, answered ridiculously: You have
not married officially, it cannot be counted as being a husband and wife, how is it
taking another wife again? You are the Prime Minister of one country, how can you
decide a matter of taking a wife carelessly like this?! It is not that Qing Ling is bad,
but she is a woman from a foreign country, how can she deserve to be your official
wife?
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Standing for a long time, Lou Xi Yans breathing was already somewhat unstable,
serene for a long time, Lou Xi Yan with a clear voice said again: These words that
the Empress has said are wrong, the Emperor has bestowed her to this small official,
she is no longer Hao Yues woman, she is rather Chens woman. Chen and her are
definitely a husband and wife, besides Chen has promised to marry her as an official
wife. Breaking a promise of marriage now, it is really going against the
righteousness, if Chen is really this kind of a person who changes at once on seeing
something differently, the one who reaps as the consequences of ones words, the
Empress will not feel relieved handing over the Princess to Chen, right.
In the eyes of everybody, Lou Xi Yan and Xuan-er were already a couple, this matter
was known to everyone early, the Emperor bestowed that woman to him, it was not
to be censured too strictly, this kind of thing was in their position as men after all.
Who did not have three wives and four concubines, she did not feel like controlling
this matter, but she had not anticipated this that Lou Xi Yan who was always gentle
would unexpectedly look for an excuse to refute this marriage! It was not surprising
that Xuan-er could not stand it and committed suicide!
It looked as if Lou Xi Yan was crazy about Qing Ling and lost his soul, not letting
him to take her as a wife was impossible. She did not want to have an acrimonious
falling out with him either at the moment, the West Empress Dowagers complexion
changed slightly and pushed down the anger in her heart, she said with a cold voice:
Very well, so Prime Minister Lou persists in trust and justice, Aijia also admires
your behavior completely and will not make things difficult for you. Xuan-er and
she can enter the door together, her status will be the same as a wife, there is no
difference, this way should not cast her aside and also does not go against Prime
Minister Lous promise, right?
One womans status from a small country could not be distinguished with the
Princess, she was already considered taking the most setback, if Lou Xi Yan still
failed to appreciate her kindness, then just could not blame her!
From Xi Yan to you, then to Prime Minister Lou, the West Empress Dowagers
patience was nearly exhausted, and Lou Xi Yans chest was also stuffy and it became
more and more obvious. After breathing secretly for a long time, Lou Xi Yan was
still speechless.
Prime Minister Lou does not say anything, Aijia will just take it as you have
agreed? Knowing perfectly well that Lou Xi Yan wanted to refute, the West
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Empress Dowager was still obstinately clinging to her curse. She already lost one
son, she could not lose another daughter, absolutely could not!
Slightly gasping for breath, Lou Xi Yan could feel the pain on his chest, then without
any mood to withdraw from this problem, Lou Xi Yan said bluntly: Between Chen
and the Princess are only a ruler and her minister and it lacks the male and females
affections. It is very likely that Chen can not take care of the Princess properly and
interfere with the Princess lifelong happiness, Chen really does not dare to support
the Empress Dowagers good intention.
You~~. He unexpectedly declined this marriage openly, the West Empress

Dowagers teeth were nibbling, just about to get angry, the always grim but not
speakings Yan Hong Tian suddenly started talking: Xuan-ers health has not yet
recovered, we will discuss the matter of the wedding later on again, it is late, you
should return to rest first, ok.
Xi Yan was not in a very good condition, he should usually respond with skill and
ease (not being so blunt) with this kind of matter, but he seemed somewhat
impetuous now. There was thin sweat on his forehead, excessive muffled voice that
revealed that he was enduring pain, his illness would not just recurred again, right!
The Emperor was sure enough still standing by Lou Xi Yans side, but Xuan-er was
his younger sister! Seeing with her eyes that Lou Xi Yan turned around to walk out,
the West Empress Dowagers expression was dark, she suddenly struggled to talk:
The Emperor, there are many people who talk various things inside the Imperial
palace, Aijia does not know what is being said about the matter this time, Xuan-er,
this child is also too sensitive. The inside Imperial palace is actually a harmful place
for Xuan-er to recuperate, according to what Aijia can see, the Prime Ministers
manor is a quiet and secluded place, it is very fit to recuperate, it will be better to let
Xuan-er to recuperate at the Prime Ministers manor, right.
Stopped listening, Lou Xi Yans feet were motionless momentarily, he said urgently:
Chen thinks that it is inappropriate.
The West Empress Dowager who always had a good natured face, her face became
cold immediately, lightly humphed and said: Why, Xuan-er is a countrys Princess,
she can not recuperate or fit in your manor, right!
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Chen does not dare. But it will be harmful to the Princess reputation like this, the
Lous family has another courtyard to stay, it is very fit to recuperate there, the
Princess can proceed forwards. If he let the Princess to recuperate at the manor, he
would not be able to explain to Ling-er. He was afraid that the West Empress
Dowager would contradict at a future time that the Princess was staying at the Prime
Ministers manor for a long time, it would damage his reputation and compel him to
take responsibility, then he would not know how to evade at that time!!
The more he did not let Xuan-er to go, the more she wanted to let her to go, it was
best when the rice was cooked (whats done is done)!! The West Empress Dowager
sneered in her heart, but on the contrary, her face showed a cold appearance just
now, lowly smiled and said: Xi Yan does not need to worry about this, the Prime
Ministers manor does not have only one person who lives there. Xi Wu and Xuan-
er are the same ages, letting Xuan-er to have a partner is also good, and then, you
say that you do not have any male and females affections with the Princess, then
you can take advantage in nurturing it during these days nicely. If it still can not
make your heart to cherish each other, Aijia will not force you anymore.
Finished speaking, the West Empress Dowager, intentionally looked at the side
towards Yan Hong Tian, she asked: What does the Emperor think?
Yan Hong Tian pondered for a moment, he was finally disregarded Lou Xi Yans
chilly cold rays from his eyes, he said with a heavy voice: Granted.
Xi Yan was his best friend, his best official, and also his best opponent. He could
not have forgotten, when Xi Yans mother passed away during childhood, Xi Yan
had already said to him that he promised his mother, he would love and get married
with only one woman, he would only have one wife in all of his life. He always
thought that Xi Yan said it casually, but today, it seemed that he was not. He still
wanted to see how long he could persist in this matter now!
Xuan-er was his dear younger sister after all, he also felt distressed when he was
looking at her pale face and lying on the bed a moment ago. He still hoped that Xi
Yan could like Xuan-er and became his younger sisters husband, but according to
his understanding towards Xi Yan, he was afraid that it would be very difficult.
The West Empress Dowagers mind was happy, she said: At down tomorrow, Aijia
will personally send the Princess to enter the Prime Ministers manor, it is already
late now, Prime Minister Lou can go back to rest, ok. She just could not believe
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that her daughter could not compare to that woman whose face was damaged, even
if she could not really compare with her, she would also let her to have her wish
fulfilled.
Chen asks to be excused. Everything was already a foregone conclusion, Lou Xi

Yan, himself knew that he could not oppose this. Leaving behind his cold words,
Lou Xi Yans meager back disappeared rapidly before their eyes.
Yan Hong Tians eyes flashed thorough a trace of light, Xi Yan was angry.
Interesting.
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The moonlight tonight did not seem too bright, the lake appeared to form a dense
mass, did not have the azure and pure daytime yet, this kind of vast on the contrary,
made people to look somewhat afraid. The water in front of Lan Yue building
already carried a dense of lotus leaves, the lotus was only a very small flower bud.
One could not see their dainty appearances during the night, just listening to the wind
that passed through the lotus leaves with a rustling sound.
The night wind was stroking lightly, the lotus leaves were charming and gentle, Zhuo
Qing leaned forward on the shine table. There was slightly sweet smelling grass, her
mind was still very clear headed, but her eyes did not want to open up.
That Lou Mu Hais sentence was echoing in her ear continuously you will cause
trouble to him.
Perhaps, she would really cause trouble to him, right. But if he wanted to ask her
whether or not she would let go of his hand, she would not hesitate to answer clearly
NO!
She despised every conduct about not putting up great effort and just gave up!
Did I not let you to sleep early?
Immersing in her own train of thought, a somewhat helpless and pampering, low and
gentle sound lightly echoed, Zhuo Qing swiftly opened her eyes and saw Lou Xi
Yan was standing on the side. His hand naturally brushed over the hair on her back,
his fingers were fiddling with it, he was especially fond with this habit now, as long
as they were together on their own, he would surely stroke her hair.
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Standing up and turning her own hair around, Zhuo Qing held his hand and
answered: I am not sleepy, your complexion is not good, go to the inside of the
room to talk, ok. His appearance now, was exhausted that made people to feel sorry
for him.
Lou Xi Yan allowed her to lead along, both of them returned to the inside room.
Holding and pulling him to the bedside, she pressed her shoulder to let him sit down,
Zhuo Qing quietly said: You have returned so I feel relieved la, rest early, good
night.
After she finished talking, she turned around to leave, suddenly her waist was
tightened, she was confined into Lou Xi Yans embrace again, she stood still while
Lou Xi Yan was sitting. Looking at him from this angle, the shape of his face was
even more perfect, also more and more handsome and bright, his slender hand was
supporting her waist softly. Zhuo Qing heard a thumping sound of her own
heartbeats once again.
You do not want to know what the Empress Dowager has said to declare me to
enter the Imperial palace? Slightly raising his eyes to watch attentively at her bright
eyes. He wanted to know what she was thinking.
Zhuo Qing nodded candidly and answered: I want to know. But your health is more
important in my heart. Did he not know that his own face was white and almost like
transparent? Perhaps, she should try to find time to research a traditional Chinese
medical science, and maybe she could combine the western medicine to treat his
illness.
He really liked her candidness and honesty so he did not want to deceive her either,
Lou Xi Yan pondered for a moment, then said concisely: The main reason that
Princess Chao Yun tried to kill herself was because of me, the Empress Dowager
asked me to marry her as a wife.
Zhuo Qing lightly knitted her eyebrows, she basically already anticipated this.
Zhuo Qing did not say anything, Lou Xi Yan hurriedly continued to say: I
declined.
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Zhuo Qing merely nodded her head to show that she got it, Lou Xi Yan did not clear
whether she was happy or angry but he still wanted to continue saying: The
Empress Dowager issued an Imperial decree to let the Princess to recuperate her
health at the Prime Ministers manor. The Emperor already granted it so I could not
decline this.
Zhuo Qing nodded her head one more time and asked: Are you finished talking?
En. Lou Xi Yan slowly nodded his head, although he had concealed his eyes really
good, Zhuo Qing could still see that he was nervous.
Lightly patting his handsome face, Zhuo Qing was still smiling as before and she
said: Rest early.
Her speaking voice was still waning off, the hand that was encircling her waist
tightened again, Lou Xi Yan was very rarely glaring at her.
Zhuo Qing was laughing, as it turned out, he could not have any control either, it
was confusing time ah. Using her hand to embrace Lou Xi Yans neck, the bright
eyes looked towards his vast as the open sea and deep eyes, Zhuo Qing said in a low
voice: I am not angry, I know that you already strive your hardest for our own
future, if she wants to come just let her to come, it is fine. I am not a silk flower, I
do not need to adhere to a tall tree to survive, I do not need to hide behind you either.
Let you to cover up the wind and escape from the rain for me (shield her from the
trouble), I want you to stand together with me, do you understand the meaning of
my words?
Ling-er He chose to tell her so he was prepared to accept whatever reaction

she would give him, it was also normal if she was angry. He was already very
exhausted tonight but he was also prepared to try to appease her attentively. But he
did not anticipate that she would reply him like this.
I wanted to stand together with you
Using his head to lightly lean against the side of her body, breathing the faint
fragrance on her body, Lou Xi Yan was not clear what kind of mood he had at this
moment, but his hands were more and more tightened up and just brought her closer
to his embrace. This woman was going to accompany and walk with him for the
whole entire life, he would not let go of her hands eternally.
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His head position was right on her bosom, Zhuo Qing was feeling a little awkward,
turning to move twice, his hands were even tighter, his face was snuggling on her
bosom and the palms of his hands were caressing lightly, Zhuo Qing had a hundred
year rarely seen red face on her face.
The name that he called out from his mouth was not her name, this made her
somewhat uncomfortable, she did not desire that every time they were intimate, his
mouth called this other womans name forever! Thinking about it, Zhuo Qing quietly
said: Call me Qing, ok, my childhood name.
Lou Xi Yan slightly raised his head and asked: Did you regain your memory?
Darn it, how could she forget about amnesia because she enjoyed this, she was not
really good at telling a lie. Shaking her head, Zhuo Qing hurriedly said: No, it was
Qing Mo who told me that. I am familiar with this Qings name and also like it.
Lou Xi Yan nodded his head and answered: Very well, ok, Qing-er.
Not arguing with him intelligently, Zhuo Qing tried to move her body again,
awkwardly said: It is really late, your health is just a little better, sleep, ok, I will
leave first.
Her face was slightly red and she was anxious to run away, this made Lou Xi Yans
mood was extremely good, his eyes flashed through a trace of craftiness, he lifted
his head once again to show a pitiful face, Lou Xi Yan lowly mumbled: Are you
not afraid that I will suddenly develop an illness in the evening?
Boo hoo (crying), how he could use this miserable expression to look at her, this
would not do, she could not be softhearted, he was a fox. Deeply breathing, Zhuo
Qing did not open her eyes and she answered: You have Mo Bai by your side.
He requested a leave of absence tonight. Lou Xi Yan said it with a sincere face,
Zhuo Qing was in difficulty, Mo Bai and him were always inseparable, this time
when he fell ill at the moment, how could he request a leave of absence! This excuse
was extremely rotten!
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Standing outside the door, Mo Bais head filled with sinister lines, he thought that
he, himself was very superfluous, the meaning of the Masters words, was it or was
it not to make him disappear tonight.
Looking at his pale complexion, his hands were still settling on her waist, Zhuo Qing
lowly smiled: Then, what do you want?
Stay and keep me company. Lou Xi Yan was practically blurting it out, after he
finished speaking, he also felt that he was somewhat impudent, putting forward this
request was really somewhat excessive.
The meaning of his sentence was not the meaning that she was thinking, right.
One could not blame her, as a modern woman, the meaning behind this sentence was
self evident.
Zhuo Qing was in daze watching attentively at him, Lou Xi Yan lightly sighed and
said: You can be at ease, I simply want you to keep me company by my side,
nothing more, before the wedding night, I will not do anything on this matter.
Are you certain? Zhuo Qing raised her eyebrows.
Lou Xi Yan firmly answered: I guarantee. In order to express his own sincerity,
he also released his hands at the same time.
Zhuo Qing cried piteously, she was afraid that she could not guarantee
Deeply breathing, Zhuo Qing removed her shoes and strode over to go on the bed
immediately, lying down on the inside of the bed. Looking at Lou Xi Yan who was
still sitting on the bed, Zhuo Qing said: Sleep, ok.
Lou Xi Yan finally recovered and lied down in a daze, Zhuo Qing turned her body
around, faintly said this sentence: Good night. Then, calmly closing her eyes.
Her sleeping posture while she was lying down was pretty, a wonderful and graceful
figure that showed more alluring, as if a seaweed with that gentle and beautiful long
hair that was draping over her shoulder and scattering by her side. The faint fragrance
lingered on the tip of his nose, Lou Xi Yan only heard his own hoarse voice to
answer: Good night..
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This was his own regret Could he still obtain any sleep tonight?
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Ministry of Justices Prison
Inside the dark prison, there were only several pow pow sounds from the torch
(like crackling sound from a burning torch) on the pavement, under the slightly red
light ray, there were two women, one was sitting and the other one was standing,
coldly looking opposite each other.
What do you want to talk to me about? Gu Yun looked inside the prison, at a
calms woman face. The both of them were fighting in the past, she lowly said this
sentence by her ear: I have some words that I want to speak to you alone. So, she
came.
Qu Xins back was on the stone wall, lightly humphed to say: You can be at ease,
I will not make you to plead for leniency for me. Whatever I have done, I am very
clear, I have killed someone so I have to pay for my own life, I do not have anything
to complaint. But I am not willing as my elder brother has been treated unjustly, I
want to request to you all to help me search the real murderer behind the scene.
You can feel relieved, there are a lot of people who have already died because of
this matter, I will certainly not let the master behind the scene to get away with the
crimes. Even though the murderer for this case had been found, but she would not
stop at this point either.
Watching attentively at Gu Yuns firm and persistent eyes for a moment, from the
inside of Qu Xins strong black clothing, she pulled out a piece of an extraordinary
neat slip of paper, and handed it over to Gu Yun. Gu Yun took it and asked: What
is this?
Both hands on her chest, Qu Xin explained: I could kill Yang Liu at any time but
nevertheless, I chose to endure with him, it was because I wanted to find the real
master behind his back. But these past years, except for Li Zhi, he did not have any
other suspicious person whom he was in touch with, and his most treasured object
was exactly this piece of paper.
Gu Yun opened it to look, there were numerous characters that were written on it
closely together, but the whole thing was left left right right, front front back back
several characters, were being repeated again and again, could not see completely
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what the meaning was. Could it be that was similar to the morse code or the same as
the signal code word, or it still needed to combine for example the five phases of
Chinese philosophy bagua (wood, fire, earth, metal & water), mysterious method to
unlock?!
I already discovered this piece of paper a year ago, but after thinking for the whole
year, I still did not understand what the meaning was, perhaps, you were capable to
grasp it fully. She studied it for a very long time, but it was not useful, she could
only hope to entrust it to this intelligent and sharp woman who was in front of her.
Gu Yun looked to be confused, she also did not understand what the meaning was,
perhaps, she could ask Qing, her mother was a Chineses national culture professor,
she might be able to understand it.
You go, ok.
Gu Yun lifted her head, just saw that Qu Xin already turned on her back to lie down
on the stone bed, she was not willing to chat with her anymore.
Gu Yun did not have anything to say either, also could not say anything, nobody
could comfort her, what she could only do was to break this case as quickly as
possible.
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Chapter 73: The Princess Arrived
In front of the door of the spacious Prime Ministers manor, one big azure color
chariot was parking, more than ten Imperial bodyguards were guarding in between
the chariot. They were tall with well built statures with strict and threatening eyes,
one would know that they were the experts with only one look.
There were also a group of people who were standing outside of the Prime Ministers
manor, Lou Xi Yan and Lou Mu Hai were standing in front, Lou Xi Wu and Xue
Xian Xin were standing beside them. Comparing to Xue Xian Xins overjoyed
appearance at the turn of the event, Lou Xi Wu seemed to be lacking with any
interest, even with some impatience.
One 50 some years old momo walked to the side of the chariot, lightly lifted open
the hanging covering veil on the chariot, a pair of well maintained hands extended
out from the inside, old momo hurriedly supported with her hands, the respectful
person who was inside, came out.
The West Empress Dowager came down from the chariot gracefully and calmly, the
ornaments on her body were still lacking as before, but the magnificent dark purple
chang pao set off the noble threatening atmosphere.
Following behind the West Empress Dowager was Princess Chao Yun, a touch of
light yellow cheong sam made her look even more gentle and beautiful. Two
intelligent palace maids were lending their arms to support her left and right hands,
perhaps, she did not want to let people look at her thin and pallid look. She was
wearing a muslin hat to block the line sight of all of the people.
Looking at the wind seemed to be able to float up the clear shadow, Lou Xi Yans
brows wrinkled, it was not even half a month, how could she completely torment
herself like this?!
Through the muslin covering, Yan Ru Xuan was also seeking that gentle man who
made her to follow him for so many years. The Imperial mother told her today that
Yan gege entered the Imperial palace for her last night, and he requested that she
would recuperate at the Prime Ministers manor. She simply did not dare to believe
her own ears, she thought that he already did not want her, as it turned out, he was
still concerned about her.
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The Empress Dowager, long live, long live, long live. May the Princess has a
thousand good fortune and peace. The unavoidable respect to salute, but the Lou
family was a flourishing family after all, the West Empress Dowager hurriedly lifted
her hand at the gate of the manor, smilingly said: No need to stand on the ceremony
outside of the Imperial palace.
Looking towards Lou Mu Hai, the West Empress Dowager delicately laughed and
said: General Lou, have not seen you for many years, you are still the same strong
and healthy as before.
Lou Mu Hai laughed candidly and heartily, with a clear sound, he answered: The
Empress Dowager is over praising, time does not spare anybody, Lao Chen (this old
official) is more and more inferior than before.
For the past many years like this, she was already used to the sound volume of Lou
Mu Hai, the West Empress Dowager did not mind at all, lowly sighed and said:
Now is the world of the young people, Xi Yan is capable like this, it is really the
pillar of the country, you should also believe in the good fortune.
Sweeping over one glance at the calm Lou Xi Yan who was standing beside him,
Lou Mu Hai secretly forced a smile, in this life of his, perhaps he did not have any
opportunity to enjoy this good fortune.
From the beginning that she was a concubine, she did not have any opportunity to
see the Empress Dowager all along, once the Empress Dowager got down from the
chariot, Xue Xian Xin hurriedly welcomed right away. Taking the West Empress
Dowagers other hand, she extremely ingratiated herself, Lou Xi Wu unbearably
turned around to roll her eyes, no bone was just no bone!
The West Empress Dowager took advantage to pad Xue Xian Xins hand, smilingly
said: Xian Xin ah, this days, Xuan-er will disturb you at the manor, please take care
of her properly even more.
The Empress Dowager unexpectedly remembered her name! Xue Xian Xin was very
joyful, repeatedly answered to say: How can the Empress Dowager say that, the
Princess can recuperate at the Prime Ministers manor is naturally our familys good
fortune. I will surely take care of the Princess properly, and raise her until she is
plump.
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Then, it is good.
Lou Xi Wu was bored to death and lowered her head to wait for this boring dialog
to pass hurriedly, who would have thought that the West Empress Dowager suddenly
walked in front of her, she lifted up her chin, smilingly said: This is Xi Wu, right,
it has been quite a while that you have not entered the Imperial palace to visit Aijia.
Aijia almost did not recognize you, you already grew up as a young lady, really full
of life.
Feeling awkward and retreating one step, Lou Xi Wu embarrassedly answered:

Thank you for the Empress Dowagers praise. She never liked the West Empress
Dowager in the past, even though she was always smiling with her narrow eyes.
Yan Ru Xuans thin and weak health made people to be anxious, he always treated
her as another younger sister, she turned into this appearance, Lou Xi Yans heart
was very guilty, with a low voice, he said; Cui Xin courtyard has already been tidied
up properly, that place is quiet, secluded and tranquil, very suitable to recuperate.
Princess is tired from the journey, just rest inside the courtyard, ok.
The West Empress Dowager recovered herself, smilingly answered: Aijia as a

visitor speaks patronizingly or Xi Yan is considerate to other peoples needs.
Cui Xin courtyard was located at the most distant part of the Prime Ministers manor,
the environment was indeed elegant and cozy, but nevertheless, it was not the place
that the West Empress Dowager had in mind. At the time when she passed through
Zhai Xing pavilion during the walk, the West Empress Dowager suddenly stopped
her footsteps, quietly said: Zhai Xing pavilion! This name is really good.
Finished speaking and no matter who was behind her, she just entered the inside of
the court.
Lou Xi Yans expression slightly flashed out, he also walked slowly to go in.
Looking at the inside of the courtyard afterwards, the West Empress Dowager
happily smiled and said: This courtyard is really not bad, there is a lake up front,
and still can look at the new lotus pond. The most important thing was it was next
to Lou Xi Yans Lan Yue building, this was a so called closer proximity and easier
access, Xuan-er should live here in this place.
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Walking to Yan Ru Xuans side, the West Empress Dowager asked in a soft voice:
Xuan-er, there is the lotus that you love the most, live in this courtyard, ok?
Yan Ru Xuan slightly raised her head, looked at the small building not too far away,
that was exactly Lou Xi Yans Lan Yue building. Thinking that she could live with
him so close, Yan Ru Xuans heart was very delighted, but she still answered with
some reservation: The Imperial mother can make the arrangement.
Nodding satisfyingly, the West Empress Dowager laughed towards Lou Xi Yan and
said: Xi Yan, just do not go to Cui Xin courtyard, let Xuan-er live here, ok.
Hearing the West Empress Dowagers words, Lou Xi Yans complexion was the
same, contrary to what one might expect, Lou Xi Wu mumbled on the side:
Someone already lives in this courtyard.
Even if Qing Ling was hateful but comparing to Yan Ru Xuan, this person who
pretended to be a noble and virtuous woman, she looked a little pleasing to the eyes.
Xi Wu. Xue Xian Xin firmly stared at Lou Xi Wu one glance, this young girl did
not really understand any rule! If she provoked an anger from the Empress Dowager,
she would take any responsibility!
Is that really? The West Empress Dowager slightly knitted her eyebrows,
smilingly said: So it turns out there is already someone who lives in there, Aijia is
actually not considerate. She did not need or want to know who was living inside,
she already decided that Xuan-er would live in this courtyard now!
Xue Xian Xin hurriedly ingratiated herself and said: The Empress Dowager does
not need to say it like that, the Princess likes this place so make that person to move
out, ok, the Princess is certainly more important. Qing Ling, that terrible girl, this
would finally destroy her authority!
What does Xi Yan think? The West Empress Dowager threw out the question to
Lou Xi Yan, she wanted to see until what extend he could defend Qing Ling.
Lou Xi Yan was silent for a moment, the West Empress Dowager was not anxious
either, she looked at the lovely lotus pond that was not too far away to wait for his
answer.
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At this time, the door at Lan Yues building suddenly opened, everyone looked at
the direction one by one, just to see a girl who was wearing a plain clothing with a
sleepy face, walking out. She was dressing neatly, nothing inappropriate at all, but
her long hair was still flowing down on her back, her eyes were half opened, all of
the people saw a lazy appearance. As long as one was not blind, one could see that
she just woke up recently, additionally, she surely looked like she did not have a
good sleep last night When Zhuo Qing was on the bed with Lou Xi Yan,
listening to his sudden rapid and sudden slow breathing sounds, his body was stiff
and motionless continuously. She did not know how long she was sleeping either,
she was hearing somewhat disturbance sounds from outside in a daze. She did not
expect that once she walked outside the door, a group of people were staring at her
ceremoniously.
Being stared by those people like this, she could not walk over there either nor could
she go back, Zhuo Qing could only wave her hand lightly and ignore all the
expressions of surprise or resentful or contempt or longing, she greeted as usual:
Good morning everyone ah.
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter, it was almost wushi (between 11 am-1 pm), it was
still early! Her waking up and coming out was really in time. Lightly waving towards
her, Lou Xi Yan raised his voice to say: Ling-er, come over.
Xiao Lian could feel that from the moment the woman whom Lou Xi Yan called
Ling-er came out of the Prime Ministers room, the Princess body was trembling
violently, in between the muslin covering, she could see clearly that the Princess was
biting her lower lips tightly, her complexion was as white as a paper.
Zhuo Qing slightly narrowed her eyes, she finally could see that the delegation of
people who were standing in front of Zhai Xing pavilion, was the Empress Dowager
and the Princess, right, generously walking pass the zigzag bridge to arrive at the
side of Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing awkwardly bowed slightly and said: May the
Empress Dowager, the Princess, have good fortune and peace. This saying was
correct, right?
You may rise, ok. Qing Ling was really favored, but the West Empress Dowager
had already seen the knowledge about any kind of thriving favor earlier at the
Imperial palace. Every spoiling and cherishing was only for a period of time, her
complexion was restored as always, the West Empress Dowager lightly smiled and
said: Aijia is still puzzled a moment ago, how come Aijia does not see Ling-er.
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Xuan-er wants to live at the Prime Ministers manor, the two of you have the same
ages so you can take care of each other, to relieve boredom, the two of you have long
days to be fond of each other later.
This was regarded as a hint for her? Or she showed her initial strength? Zhuo Qing
indifferently shrugged her shoulder and answered: But the Princess is highly
respective, I just like to play with dead persons bones, I am afraid that I will scare
the Princess.
Zhuo Qing said it gracefully, nevertheless, Yan Ru Xuans feet were soft, she
listened to her explanations behind that layer of curtains the last time, she was almost
fainted at that time, how could there was a woman who liked to play with dead
persons bones on this earth?! It was extremely scary!
Not only Yan Ru Xuan was scared until her legs became weak, except for Lou Xi
Yan, all of the peoples complexions were stiff.
Lou Xi Yan did not say to her either, he only shook his head lovingly and asked:
Ling-er, the Princess likes this courtyard, she wants to recuperate at Zhai Xing
pavilion, you move out of the Zhai Xing pavilion and give it to the Princess, ok?
He made her move out? Lightly knitted her eyebrows, Zhuo Qing did not refute on
the spot, generously answered: You are the Master of the manor.
It was best that he gave her an explanation, otherwise Zhuo Qing gave him a
warning expression and he indeed saw it clearly. Without making her waiting for a
long time, Lou Xi Yan lowly smiled and said: Jing Sa, order people to pack up
immediately, take Ling-ers stuffs and move them to Lan Yue building, and let the
Princess to go and rest early.
Yes. Jing Sa accepted the order and left.
Originally, it was regarded as satisfying to hear Lou Xi Yans answer, hearing that
one sentence afterwards, the West Empress Dowagers complexion became gloomy
immediately. And the cheeks of the frail countenance behind the muslin covering
were already streaming with tears for a long time. She did not understand, since he
let her to recuperate at the Prime Ministers manor, why did he bother to make her
heartbroken again?
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Swapping the bitterness in her heart, Yan Ru Xuan said: Imperial mother, you
return to the Imperial palace first, ok, I am tired and want to rest, everybody
withdraws, ok. Finished talking, Yan Ru Xuan exhaustingly entered Zhai Xing
pavilion.
After Yan Ru Xuan departed, the Empress Dowager did not conceal her displeased
heart either, walked to the front of Lou Xi Yan, she said with a cold voice: Take
care of Xuan-er properly, do you understand?
Lou Xi Yan was still smiling lightly as before and cupping his fists to salute, he
answered with a clear voice: The Empress Dowager can be at ease, Chen is sure to
strive my best to take care of the Princess health properly. But it would only be
taking care towards an official and a member of the royal family, and unrelated to
any male females feeling!
The Empress Dowager secretly clenched her teeth but did not say anything, she
turned around and went out of Zhai Xing pavilion.
Lou Xi Yan, this was your final chance, if you did not treat Xuan-er properly, you
must not blame me for being ruthless!!
The Empress Dowager departed in a rage, Xue Xian Xin hurriedly followed on her
back, urgently said: I will send the Empress Dowager off respectfully.
Lou Mu Hai simply looked one glance at Zhuo Qing coldly but did not say anything
either, then went out of Zhai Xings pavilion. Lou Xi Wu watched this good show
and extended her thumb up towards Zhuo Qing and ran out giggling.
Zhuo Qing stretched her waist innocently and lazily, all of the birds that woke up
early could eat worms, unfortunately, she was the worm that got up early and was
already eaten up by the bird, what she was going to do waking up this early with
nothing to do.
She could only dare mumbling to herself either, the midday sunshine was dizzying
peoples eyes, so it really could not count as early.
Her hand was covered by a cool palm once again, Lou Xi Yan was leading her hand
to return to Lan Yue building.
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The Empress Dowager left behind several Imperial bodyguards and palace maid for
the Princess, in the middle of the courtyard, a pair of eyes were looking. Zhuo Qing
was somewhat uncomfortable, but Lou Xi Yan did not pay any attention at all, she
had nothing to fear and allowed him to lead her along, both of them were walking
shoulder to shoulder to go through the zigzag bridge.
Did you sleep good last night? Lou Xi Yan asked in a low voice, when he woke
up in the morning and saw that she was sleeping peacefully, he did not have the heart
to wake her up.
Not good, but Zhuo Qing could not say it out loud, she answered casually: Ok.
Lou Xi Yan suddenly had a long sigh and answered: I did not sleep too well, I was
somewhat anxious at the time.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly and asked: What happened? Did he have an outbreak
last night? She unexpectedly did not discover it.
I was afraid Deliberately pausing, Lou Xi Yan leaned closer to Zhuo Qings
side, and said in a low voice: It was not the wedding night yet, because of this, I
would be lacking of sleep or too excited and collapsed.
You Finally understanding what the meaning of his words were, Zhuo Qing
did not know whether to laugh or cry!
Finally arriving at Lan Yue building, both of them sat down on the stone bench in
front of the lotus pond, Lou Xi Yan grimly said: I suddenly want to change the plan
to take you as a wife before the celebration. He could faintly feel that the Empress
Dowager would not give up at this point, he really did not want to lose her, and it
would also prevent him from getting too many long dreams at night by getting
married earlier!
Zhuo Qing shook her head, smilingly said: You are very busy at the moment, do
not distract yourselves thinking about this, as long as we want to be together firmly,
as far as I am concerned, whether or not we are married, it does not make any
difference, I do not care at all. Getting married was merely an outer appearance,
nothing more, even after they got married, if their relationship could not bear any
trial, they would have to separate in the end. She was not a fool, the Empress
Dowagers intention was very clear, Lou Xi Yan wanted to get married now, she
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was afraid that he would step on a tigers tail, she did not want to let him fight
without having any weapon!
Taking her hand and put it on his hand tightly, Lou Xi Yan frowned and answered:
I care about it. He wanted her to be his perfectly legitimate wife!
Slightly raising her thin eyes with serene affection, her hand that was grasped was
somewhat painful, she could feel his intention, returning to grasp his hand, Zhuo
Qing asked: Are you going to leave home?
Understanding that she was deliberately changing the subject, Lou Xi Yan did not
force her either, and answered: En, I will probably come back at night time these
days. First, it was because of the celebration that would start immediately, there
were many different kind of affairs. Second, he intended to avoid Yan Ru Xuan, in
order to not have any other issue, it would be good if he met with her less.
Nodding understandingly, Zhuo Qing smiled and said: I understand, you are busy
with your stuff, ok, I will not make myself bored.
As if her words were echoing the sentence that she said, Mo Bais tall silhouette
came from the outside of Lan Yue building hurriedly, and said: Miss Qing Mo pays
a visit.
She would really not be lonely.
Lou Xi Yan lightly released her hand, smilingly said: Very well, I am leaving, you
and your younger sister chat nicely.
En. Gu Yun came to look for her, it should be that she had a new progress about
the case, right.
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Chapter 74: The Golds Hiding Place
Gu Yun entered Lan Yue building, only saw Zhuo Qings loose hair was dropping
on her shoulder, she supported her cheeks, a tired looking appearance on her face.
Gu Yun sat down in the stone bench, mockingly said: You did not sleep good last
night.
En. At first, she thought to refute it, unexpectedly, Zhuo Qing generously nodded,
depressingly groaned and said: The next few days, I think there will be very exciting
stuff. Zhai Xing pavilion was really close to Lan Yue building, she was afraid that
seeing the Princess frequently would really be awkward. She could not move and
abandon Lou Xi Yan regardless, hey
Gu Yun lightly knitted her eyebrow, oddly said: What did I miss? Was it not that
she was saying sweetly that she wanted to get married last night, then it underwent
a change of weather first thing in the morning?
Zhuo Qing shook her head, looked towards the side of Zhai Xing pavilion, smilingly
said: You did not miss anything, this was just staging a good show!
Following her line of sight to look, as it turned out it was formerly Qings Zhai Xing
pavilion courtyard, there were four tall and strong men were standing, distinguish
long waists, outside of the room. Furthermore, there were two young girls who were
dressing as maids and guarding at that place. Gu Yun asked: What is the situation?
Zhuo Qing mockingly shrugged her shoulder, helplessly said: Hard to explain in a
few words, a simple saying is the Princess from Qiong Yue is secretly in love with
Lou Xi Yan. When she heard that he was getting married, she tried to kill herself at
the Imperial palace. After she was rescued, the Empress Dowager wanted to make
Lou Xi Yan to marry her daughter, but he refused, so she arranged for the Princess
to recuperate at the Prime Ministers manor. I reckoned that she intended for her to
be in close proximity first, perhaps she was hoping that the rice was cooked or like
a drama, ok.
Finished listening, Gu Yun laughed heartily: The meaning of your words is that
you have a love rival.
Gu Yun laughed brashly, Zhuo Qing could not help to laugh lowly on her own either:
You can consider it like that, right. The first time that she fell in love with a man,
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who would think that she would complicate the issue deliberately, it was not
supposed to be like these twists and turns.
Zhuo Qings smile showed a trace of bitterness, Gu Yun comfortingly said: Lou Xi
Yan is so outstanding, it is normal that you have a love rival, what is the most
important is his approach.
Zhuo Qing nodded, and said with self mockery: He has said that he only wants one
wife, it seemed that it should be me at the present time.
Then it is alright, but you still need to be careful, the power of hatred caused by
love is big and can make someone is so terrifying.
She had seen so many cases like this, the deeper the love, the bigger the power to
devour, especially when the other part was a Princess, she was somewhat anxious
for Qing.
I will. Quietly smiling, and did not want to make Gu Yun to be anxious because
of her, Zhuo Qing asked: You come here to find me today, is it because the case
has a new progress?
En. Taking out the slip of paper that Qu Xin handed over to her yesterday, Gu Yun
passed it on to Zhuo Qing. Zhuo Qing stared at it and put it in her hand to look at
that slip of paper for a long time, suspiciously asked: What is this?
It was not that she wanted to ask this kind of vain question, but the note was filled
with front, front, back, back, left, left, right, right on it, what did it have anything
to do with the case.
Gu Yun explained it: According to Qu Xins words, this was Yang Lius careful
treasured thing over the last years. I think it has something to do with the gold case,
but I do not understand what the meaning of these words, I want to listen to your
opinion.
She was seriously studying the piece of paper on her hand one more time, and hoping
that she could find some rhythm, but the outcome was still blank. Zhuo Qing shook
her head: I am not that clear either, I will study it again carefully in the evening, ok,
when are you going to look at that rock cave place.
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I am going in a moment. She and Dan Yu Lan made an appointment to meet at

noon at the gate of Ying Tian Government Office.
I am also going. While talking, Zhuo Qing braided her long hair quickly, Gu Yun
lightly laughed: Are you sure that you want to run around all over the place during
this unusual moment now? The other person was pressing in from the inside of the
house.
Zhuo Qing turned over to give a supercilious look, coldly groaned and said: Do I
have to stay behind to play the eyes staring game? I do not have any spare time.
Pulling Gu Yun, both of them hurriedly went out of the Prime Ministers manor.
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Zhuo Qing, Gu Yun and Dan Yu Lan met together afterwards, with Ao Tians lead,
the delegation of people finally arrived at the rock cave near the suburbs of the
capital. During the examination of each of the exits of the cave, Qu Zes location
was indeed the most convenient place to enter or exit the rock cave.
They did not find anything at the outside of the cave, several people walked into the
middle of the cave again, the interior of the rock cave was accessible from all sides,
but the lane was narrow. The deepest cave was half the size of a soccer field in
dimension, the inside was damp, the water was still seeping out from the top of the
wall frequently, one could clearly hear the sound of running water. Looking carefully
at the side of the cave, there was an underground river about 7-8 meters wide.
Gu Yun crouched at the side of the underground river, lightly tapped on the side of
the hard rock, slightly narrowed her eyes to look towards the fine sand and stones
that was at the bottom of the river, inside the cave, one could find this kind of small
stone. Grabbing some of the fine sand and stone on her hand and lightly kneaded
them with her fingers, the stone produced a rustling sound afterwards, and they
disintegrated slowly on her hand. Gu Yun looked at the fine powder on her hand,
she called out in a low voice: All of you, come over to see.
Hearing her calling out, a delegation of people encircled to come over to see that she
was crouching in front of a stack of tiny sandy soil. They were watching attentively
and earnestly at the grain of rock on her hand, Qian jing did not understand and
asked: Some sand and stones, that is all, what is the problem?
Inside the prison, he heard all along that this woman who just called out, Qing Mo
was very good, he did not understand and even had his disdain that a person like Ao
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Tian seemed to change and admire her. He came over to follow them today, just for
the purpose to see how she would judge the case so amazingly, but what could be so
suspicious about these pile of sand and stones?
Lightly patting to remove the thin rock from her hand, Gu Yun pointed at the thick
layer of sandy soil from the inside of the underground river, and answered: The
problem is, here is the solubility rock that receives erosion from water after it forms
the rock cave, it should not have this type of fine sand and stones, furthermore, it
appears that there are too many sands and stones.
The meaning of your words are, these sand and stones are deliberately transported
here by someone. Dan Yu Lan narrowed his eyes, even though the light ray was
not so good, but he could still see that the section of this body of water, compared to
the section of the river that was in front of the cave entrance, the riverbed was higher
by a lot.
Carefully looking, just as Gu Yun was saying, there was a big cave on the side of
the underground river, there was many tiny sand and stones, it was clearly difference
with the upstream of the water. Qian Jing crouched on the side of the underground
river, and talked to himself: This remote rock cave like this, what are they
transporting the sand and stones for?
Gu Yuns heart already guessed the whole story faintly, smilingly said: You all
thought that it was strange, right, there were so many men and horses who searched
the place at that time, unexpectedly, they could not find the chariots that transported
the gold. There would be nothing that could disappear without any trace on this earth,
everything was merely diversionary tactic.
Next to the sound of flowing river made Zhuo Qings eyes bright, she answered:
The stream in the underground river here is plentiful, the drainage system is
flourishing, this place can definitely be used to hide and store the gold.
Gu Yun nodded her head: Correct, as long as the gold are dumped to enter the
underground river, then use the sand and stones to bury them, then wait until after
the event to dig out the gold again and transport them, it will naturally be top secret.
Looking at this, the wagon marks at that time were not used to transport the gold
out, it was rather to transport the sand and stones to enter the cave based on this
evidence.
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Dan Yu Lan crouched down, grabbed the spongy stone on the ground, but it felt soft
to the touch, perhaps, there was some truth in her analysis, this way, it could be
explained how the gold disappeared from everyones investigation, but where was
the evidence?
Qian Jing appeared to have the same thinking as Dan Yu Lan, turning around, Qian
Jing said: You simply guess, that is all, even if it is true, it has already been three
years, the gold should be transported out long ago. Some fine sand can not be used
to prove your opinion.
Gu Yun did not start talking either, she already got into the small hole by the side,
roaming to inspect next to the smiling Zhuo Qing, Zhuo Qing smilingly said: That
will not be necessary, that much gold to be dumped into the underground river, it is
impossible to dig them out cleanly. And this underground river, the stream is
plentiful, some small gold will follow and roam down the stream, we should still be
able to find some gold.
Qian Jing patted his thigh, and called out: Looking at the downstream now, we will
know whether or not there is gold.
Zhuo Qing nodded her head immediately, smiled to look at Qian Jing, she answered:
That was what I meant.
What was that in her expression It gave people goose bumps, Qian Jing lowly
called out: You are going to make me go down to check it?
Zhuo Qings hands were still on her chest, the corner of her mouth raised lightly,
groaningly said: Do not tell me that I have to go?
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It was cold in the underground river, not to mention a woman, how long could a
robust man stay in the river, Qian Jing already knew the rhetorical answer himself,
curled his lip embarrassingly, removed his jacket unhurriedly, took off his shoes and
socks..
Pu tong. (Splashing sound when somebody went in the river).
Qian Jing was still dilly dallying, he just heard a loud splashing sound from all
around, Ao Tians dark silhouette already entered the underground river.
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Qian Jings shoes and socks were already taken off, he was just standing at the shore
to look somewhat embarrassed. Zhuo Qing looked one glance at him, then all of her
gaze was focused at the middle of the underground river where the black clothing
with silver hair silhouette was.
Putting the clothes back on now would be too humiliated, Qian Jing lightly coughed
and mockingly said: My swimming ability to reach the deep downstream is better,
then I will go to look for it.
Nobody paid attention to him, Qian Jing disappeared instantly to pass through the
small cave and entered the downstream of the underground river.
Ao Tian was already roaming and diving in the water for a long time, just now he
floated up, Gu Yun urgently said: How did it go?
Ao Tians complexion was very dark and did not say anything, simply shook his
head silently.
Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun looked one glance to each other, could it be that they were
wrong?
Dan Yu Lan actually had confidence and said: Look for it again, the thin rock cave
seems to be relatively easy to leave the gold.
Ao Tian submerged in the river one more time, the black dresses was rippling, one
was almost unable to see where he was, luckily, the shiny bright silver hair reflected
out a little rays of light, so one could still know his position.
This time was even longer, just when Zhuo Qing was somewhat anxious if there was
an accident, Ao Tian finally came out of the water again.
Did you find it?
Ao Tian was gasping for air and did not answer, he only took and threw out the stuff
that he found to the shore.
The bright orange yellow flowed out after, then the ticking sound of a metal rolled
out, several people encircled it to see, sure enough, it was a broken size of big and
small gold.
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These pieces of gold should be the ones dumped into the river for a period of time,
so it was disintegrated into small pieces.
Dan Yu Lan checked out the surface of the gold carefully, he could see half of the
government letter on the corner of the gold ingot, it should be the seal of the
government money. Putting the gold into the pocket, Dan Yu Lan looked towards
Gu Yun and said; It is really the gold, moreover, it is the government money, your
guess should be correct.
They really used this method to hide the gold in the underground river during that
time.
Hey, come over quickly, look what I find out. Several people were still studying
the gold, Qian Jings excited voice came through from the downstream.
Several people went to the downstream, just to see Qian Jings happy smile and lifted
out a shining gold ingot from his hand, loudly called out: 50 liang of gold ye. Who
could have thought that there was really gold in the underground river. Taking the
gold ingot and put it on the shore, Qian Jing excitingly smiled and said: The water
here is clearer than the front, it should still have gold, I will go to look for them
again.
The water in the underground river was ice cold, he was already staying in the water
for a period of time, his lips already became somewhat purple. Looking that he
wanted to go down and dive again, Zhuo Qing hurriedly said: No need, these are
already enough proof, you come up, ok.
Qian Jing opened his big eyes, unhappily answered: There are gold but I can not
pick them up, it is very unfortunate, ok. 50 liang of gold, ye, he had to catch several
people for that money, there was 50 liang of gold ah.
Strictly speaking, he wanted to go down and dive again, Zhuo Qing was half
annoyed, lowly roared and said: Qian Jing! You want money but do not want your
life la! These gold are the government money, they will not be yours even if you pull
them out, you come up quickly. He was already beginning to tremble when he was
speaking, he unexpectedly did not agree to climb ashore either, he really liked money
so much!!
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Listening that the gold would still be transferred to the authorities, Qian Jing was
disappointed and curled his lip, finally climbed up the shore,
Dan Yu Lan collected the gold ingot that Qian Jing found, this piece was quite intact,
so he could see clearly at the bottom of the gold ingot to see the seal State Treasury
Government Money on the stamp, this was definitely the gold that was lost during
that time.
Taking the gold and hold it in his hand, Dan Yu Lan slightly low voice said
unhurriedly: Since there is a clue in the gold case, I will report to the Imperial
household immediately, this will be investigated thoroughly again.
This meant that the Dynasty would be necessary to experience the wind and rain.
(Trail and hardship).
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Dan Yu Lan returned to write the account book, Su Yu seemed to sustain injury
during the army training, Gu Yun returned to the Generals manor hurriedly, Zhuo
Qing overcame her boredom and returned to the Prime Ministers manor. The time
was still early, Zhuo Qing intended to return to Lan Yue building to catch up on
sleep.
Walking to the lane at the Prime Ministers manor, her ears heard the vague
melodious zither sound, it was a little gloomier when compared to the zither, the
mellow sound was pleasant to listen also, as if one soft hand was stroking your
thought. The sound of the zither had the same kind of popular feeling to appease the
strength, Zhuo Qing did not understand any stringed instrument and she was not a
music expert either. But she could be captivated by this type of low chant of the
zither, her feet unconsciously went to the direction of the place where the zither
sound was.
The zither sound came from Lou Xi Wus courtyard, who would have thought that
Lou Xi Wu unexpectedly had this skill to play the zither, she was sure enough a
famous family daughter, she really admired her.
This was also the first time that Zhuo Qing entered Lou Xi Wus courtyard, the bright
and beautiful Indian Azalea flowers were planted everywhere inside the courtyard,
just in time for the flowering season, the color of the delicate flowers that decorated
the courtyard was splendid and magnificent.
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There was a big pavilion in the middle of the courtyard, there were thin light muslins
floating in the all four sides, she could vaguely see Lou Xi Wus beautiful silhouette.
Zhuo Qing sniggered, this young girl could still create this type of atmosphere, it
looked like there was no appearance that resembled a noisy, rude and unreasonable
girl like in normal time, she was rather classy.
Approaching to look again, she discovered that there was still another white silk
silhouette in front of the courtyard, his back was towards her, the white snowy
clothes, black hair as if it was black ink, free and at ease. Accompanying and sitting
on the ground, his knees were supporting the dark red zither, slender and delicate
forefingers were wandering on the stringed instrument, the beautiful melody was
flowing, as it turned out, he was the one who was playing the zither!
The ink hair with the white clothes, the view of the back of this person, but he was
already appeared clean, tranquil and with calm personalities, she could not see his
appearance. Zhuo Qing nevertheless, already determined in her heart that this person
was certainly indifferent and peaceful, a person with elegant and refined manners,
she just had this feeling but she could not tell what the reason was.
Was he the person inside the Prime Ministers manor?
The inside of the Prime Ministers manor unexpectedly still had this kind of person,
who was he?
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Chapter 75: Su Mu Feng
One perfect final rhythm to end the song, the wonderful sound of the zither, Lou Xi
Wu took a long time to recover, separated by the light muslin, she did not know
when Zhuo Qing who was quietly standing at the side, entered the inside of the
courtyard, Lou Xi Wu called out: Why did you come? Did she not go out earlier?
Zhuo Qing mockingly shrugged her shoulder and answered: The music was so
pleasant to hear, I came to to enjoy it. Even though she did not understand it too
much, but it did not prevent her to appreciate it.
The white clothing man put down the zither in between his knees, slowly got up to
look towards the person behind him. Zhuo Qing was also curious and looked back
at the man, he was standing against the ray. Zhuo Qing slightly narrowed her eyes
to see his face clearly, this one glance already made Zhuo Qings eyes to stare
blankly for a moment
On this land under heaven, someone could seriously grow up like this?! The face
was clean as if a clear cut jade ice sculpture, colorful plump lips like plum flower,
deep eyes as if the calm deep pond water, could practically drown someone to die,
perfect facial features (five sense of the organs), distinctive upright, the rising white
clothing emitted a magnificent jade on him.
Lou Xi Yan always wore white clothing too, but the atmosphere that he gave to
people was out of the ordinary feeling, liked an elegant and respectable manner,
gentle as jade. But this man gave someone this kind of pure, cold and graceful, to
become indifferent feeling.
The man was also calmly looking at her, Zhuo Qing slightly nodded, introduced
herself politely: I am Qing Ling.
With regards to the alarmed admirations line of sight, the man seemed to be used to
it long ago, his complexion was tranquil like water, but when he heard this Qing
Lings name, the indifferent face flashed through a trace of great waves, he asked:
Qing Ling of Hao Yue?
Speechless.. The Qing family sisters reputations were so resounding! Zhuo Qing
awkwardly answered: It.. should be, right.
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The man did not continue to say anything either, he simply nodded slightly and said:
Su Mu Feng.
Su Mu Feng, the name was quite pleasant to hear, Zhuo Qing liked to look straight
at the other people when she was talking so Zhuo Qing suddenly discovered, his eyes
were unexpectedly black with a hint of silvery light color, dazzling eyes that one
could look at unconsciously, after looking carefully, that silver grayish eyes were
like a vortex that made people unable to move their line of sights.
She was looking too excessively, ok!! Lou Xi Wu was unable to bear it in the end,
lifting the light muslin to come out, she called out: Hey, you have looked enough,
do not think that my brother is not here so you can be unrestrained!
Being yelled by Lou Xi Wu, Zhuo Qing finally recovered, looked at her threatening
gestures, Zhuo Qing suddenly said towards her with a surprise face: Jing Sa, how
come you are here too?
Hearing the name of Jing Sa, Lou Xi Wu got panicky completely, hurriedly turned
her head, behind her was only the lovable flower pavilion, where was anybodys
shadow? Becoming aware that she was being played with, Lou Xi Wu was ashamed
into anger, loudly called out: Qing Ling! You unexpectedly dare to deceive me!
Just loving to see her vixens look, spreading out her hands, Zhuo Qing with a crafty
smile, said: Lou Xi Yan is here, I am also like this and not like you, Jing Sa is not
here, you just change into a small stray cat la!
You!! Not knowing whether it was anger or ashamed, Lou Xi Wus complexion
was slightly red, staring at Qing Ling for one glance, she groaned and said: Go out,
do not hinder my learning zither!
Studying zither? Zhuo Qing looked towards Su Mu Feng who was calm all along
and standing on the side, she asked: You are a zithers teacher?
Yes.
He did not resemble like one, his temperament did not resemble like a zithers
teacher should be, strictly speaking, maybe, his personal perception should not
merely a zithers teacher. Getting curious towards him, Zhuo Qing retreated for
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several steps afterwards. Leaning towards the cold pavilion stone on the side, Zhuo
Qing smilingly said: You all continue, I will listen on the side.
Who would let you listen ah, Lou Xi Wu still wanted to flip out, another gentle
females voice came through from the outside of the courtyard faintly: I do not
know whether or not I can also listen?
Everyone looked to only see the meager and beautifuls shadow, that came walking
graciously.
Yan Ru Xuan still had that light yellow cheong sam (long skirt) on her, but there
was no bamboo hat anymore, her complexion was slightly white, it looked somewhat
haggard, frail figure, with the help of a palace maid, she slowly walked and made
people to take even more pity on her.
Zhuo Qing observed quietly this so called rival in love in front of her eyes, the first
time she saw her, she was wearing a palace maids clothing, her head was always
slightly lowered, she already knew at that time that she was beautiful. Looking at
her today, even though she was haggard, but it did not lose any of her beauty, young
face, eyes liked hazy water, a touch of sadness on her countenance. If she was a man,
it was reckoned that one would love her dearly, right.
Yan Ru Xuan slightly raised her head to look towards Zhuo Qing, Zhuo Qing
generously nodded to give courtesy to her, Yan Ru Xuan only left her line of sight
silently, she did not know how she should face this womans gaze.
Lou Xi Wu was very disgusted by her sickly look but arrogant appearance,
perfunctorily gave courtesy, she said: Pay respect to Princess.
Xi Wu, there is no need to be too polite between you and I. She did not understand
why Xi Wu did not like her, it was like this from childhood, no matter how she
expressed goodwill, she was always complexly ignoring her like this.
How did you say this, Lou Xi Wu was impolite, directly over did it, she did not feel
to pay attention to her.
How could she be this rude towards the Princess, Xiao Lans anger was about to
flare up, but her sleeve was pulled lightly by Yan Ru Xuan, the fire in her stomach
could only be swallowed back.
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The atmosphere inside the small courtyard was very awkward, until a clear, cold and
muffled of a male sound echoed: Pay respect to the Princess.
Yan Ru Xuan hurriedly looked towards the man who was wearing a white clothing
on the side, slightly bent over, smilingly said: Su Gongzi, I trust that you have been
well since we last meet.
Su Mu Feng indifferently smiled and answered: Su mou is always well, thank you
for Princess concerned.
Looking towards the two people who were talking, it seemed that they were actually
familiar with each other, Zhuo Qing lightly knitted her eyebrows. Yan Ru Xuan was
still saluting him unexpectedly, this persons identity really made people to be
suspicious.
The sound of Gongzis zither is tranquil from a distance, every time I hear it, it can
make peoples head to feel peaceful, I do not know whether or not today is a
fortunate day that I can still listen to Gongzis song, Yun Chang Su. She just heard
the melodious zither sound, so could come over, he also played Yun (cloud) Chang
(skirt/lower garment) Sus (tell) song in the past, but she did not understand or
appreciate it at that time, after growing up gradually, she just knew the artistic
concept within the song.
Su Mu Feng lightly shook his head and answered: Because of Princess mood
today, it should not listen to this song, Su mou will play another song for Princess,
ok.
He already said it like this, Yan Ru Xuan could only nod her head and answered:
Good.
Su Mu Feng sat down cross legged, he put the zither on his knees, supported by the
fresh and green lawn, both hands were caressing the strings, his slender fingertips
were on the strings, conveniently, the beautiful three octave zither sounds played out
lightly, excellent skill. Zhuo Qing was listening and did not understand, but she
could still listen to the melody smoothly and easily.
The front part of the musical composition was like flowing water, the middle part
was passed on completely and suddenly with slow moving bass, every strings
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voiceless consonant seemed to able to enter into peoples hearts. Listening to the
peoples mood that were somewhat depressed, Su Mu Fengs left hand suddenly
nudged the strings, the tune turned from low to high once again, along with his tune,
the mood unexpectedly became tranquil and slowly changed to calm and joyful. The
ending of the harmony was like a water drop stone that was soft and melodious.
The end of the song, everybody who was inside the small courtyard had not
recovered, they were still immersing in that beautiful music, for a very long time,
Yan Ru Xuan lightly sighed and said: Many thanks, Gongzi. I do not know what
the name of the song is.
It seemed that her appearance was really bad, even Su Mu Feng, himself, could see
her worry, Yun Chang Su was a sad melody, he went to play a winding music for
her, nevertheless, she could feel peaceful with the music at the end. He was still the
same and could understand peoples inner hearts.
Su Mu Feng got up one more time, smilingly said: Qin (seep) Xin (heart) Song
(ode).
Was it Qin Xin Song?! Yan Ru Xuan forced a smile and said: It is really a good
name, Gongzi is playing the music even better. He was also the only one who could
play the music with this vitality, right.
Softly taking the zither to put it inside the red sandalwood case on the side, Su Mu
Feng picked up the wood case and said towards Lou Xi Wu: The time is not early
anymore, todays school will end here, ok. Su mou will take my leave.
Su-er, send Gongzi off. Lou Xi Wu could only nod, her heart was secretly cursing
Yan Ru Xuan again, if it was not because of her disturbance, she could still learn a
little bit more, could invite Su Mu Feng to spend a lot of hard work on elder brother!
Gongzi, this way please. Su Mu Feng was following the maid to leave the
courtyard, suddenly stopped his footsteps to look towards Zhuo Qing and said: Miss
Qing, if there is another opportunity another day, Su mou will ask for advice about
the zither to Miss.
Finished speaking, he did not wait for her response, turned and left at once, Zhuo
Qing was confused and looked towards Lou Xi Wu, she asked: What kind of person
is he?
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Lou Xi Wu turned around and gave a supercilious look, she answered: He is the
fourth son of the temperament aristocratic Sus family manor. He appeared to have
an extremely high artistic attainment in music since he was a child. It is not
impossible that he knows how to play in every kind of musical instruments, nothing
that can not be played by him, especially zither, xiao (a type of flute), as long as
people have listened to his song, everyone will become intoxicated without
exception. At 16 years of age, he played a song, Feng (phoenix) Hai (still) Chao
(nest) at the celebration festival, his skill was startling the whole world. The Emperor
bestowed him Qiong Yues first musician on the spot, therefore he was indeed Qiong
Yues youngest, the most famous musician. How many Princes and Princess, high
ranking officials and dignitaries, all want to use up any method to invite him to teach
the zither.
Zhuo Qing understood and nodded her head: So, it is like that.
Zhuo Qing looked like she was dreaming at first but then becoming aware, and it
made Lou Xi Wu laughed heartily: You should already listen to his taboo name just
now ah! Why are you still expressionless like this! Su Mu Fengs famous name was
not known to everyone, only the countrys aristocrats and famous or influential
families at the minimum, but his reputation was indeed very resounding.
Zhuo Qing answered boldly and confidently one more time: I have amnesia.
Always forgetting about this matter, Lou Xi Wu secretly cursed to herself for not
having any brain, her mouth was talking endlessly, Lou Xi Wu suggested: Next
time when he comes to teach at the manor, it will be good that you also come to ask
for guidance to him,
After listening to this, she shook her head at once: Forget about it, after I lose my
memory, I do not have any expression on this completely, I reckon that I can not
learn it either, just do not torment him. Should not torment her either!! With regards
to musical composition, she only knew the difference between pleasant to hear or
not pleasant to hear, that was it
Lou Xi Wu did not give up either, she continued to walk and say: Maybe, with more
contacts, you can remember it, your zither skill is also well known in the six
countries ah, it is a pity if you forget it like this.
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As it turned out, Qing Lings zither skill was this much high, no wonder when Su
Mu Feng said, he wanted to ask for advice with her Firmly shaking her head,
she was not really familiar with reading music staffs, offering a treat to an
unappreciative audience was still not nice!! Giving a couple of hollow laughs, Zhuo
Qing relaxedly answered: Forget is just forget, right, everything is according to the
predestined affinity.
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Investing so much time in learning the zither, and now she could just say to let it go,
how many people could say it like that? Yan Ru Xuan, nevertheless, admired Zhuo
Qing, but she did not know in this matter about zither skill that Zhuo Qing had never
even picked it up.
How destitute oh, I will return first. Extremely nervous that Lou Xi Wu still
wanted to chant in her ears, Zhuo Qing stretched her waist while saying and walking
out of the courtyard.
Please stay. Zhuo Qing only took one step, but somebody called out to stay, but
the person who called out to her was not Lou Xi Wu, it was rather Yan Ru Xuan.
Zhuo Qing stopped her footsteps, looked towards Yan Ru Xuan, for a very long time,
then she said in a low voice; Miss Qing, I want to have a chat with you alone, is
that possible?
What did she want to say to her? What could they say between them? Zhuo Qings
heart thought it was funny, but she did not refuse her either, generously answered:
Ok ah, go to Lan Yue building, ok.
After finished speaking, she took a lead to walk out, Yan Ru Xuan hesitated for a
moment, then followed her out.
Lou Xi Wu was staring at Zhuo Qings relaxed back, originally, she could still listen
to what they were saying, who thought that crafty woman would not let her listen to
them unexpectedly! Humph!
*****
The two people, one was in the front and the other one was on the back, entered Lan
Yue building, Zhuo Qing did not enter the house, just sat down on the rock bench in
front of the pond to guard against others intention. Even though Yan Ru Xuan
looked as if she was gentle and weak, who knew whether or not she would harm
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herself, she would be framed to assassinate the Princess at that time, then even if she
plunged into the Yellow River, she would not be washed clear either.
Also maybe Yan Ru Xuans clever way to blackmail Lou Xi Yan to marry her, or
else just wanted to have her small life for her own.
Her brain was enjoying these subjective ideas in every kind of TV plays common
plots, Zhuo Qing concluded in short, she still had to be careful as well!
Yan Ru Xuan sat down directly in front of her, she said to Xiao Lian who was on
her side: Withdraw, ok.
Princess? How could she leave the Princess? What was to be done if this woman
was harmful towards the Princess?
Withdraw. Yan Ru Xuans tone was slightly cold, even if Xiao Lian was
unwilling, she could only withdraw, she walked away to leave the two people until
there was some distant. Xiao Lian stopped, she would not be able to hear their
conversations like this, but she could see what they were doing, if that woman dared
to act recklessly, she would definitely not spare her!
The palace maid had already retreated, there was nobody except them inside the
courtyard, this Princess slightly lowered her head to look at those lotus flowers that
were just blooming a moment ago. She did not say any word either, Zhuo Qing had
waited for a good moment, she was really somewhat impatience, she said: What do
you want to say, just say it, ok.
She was really curious, what did Yan Ru Xuan want to talk to her after all?
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Chapter 76: Between Laughters and Tears
Yan Ru Xuans I for a while, she did not speak out another word, to be honest, one
beautiful woman who was sitting in front wished to say something but still ashamed,
nevertheless, she was still pleasing. It was a pity that Zhuo Qings patience was
limited, lowly sighed and said: You actually do not know what you want to say to
me either, is that right?
Originally, Yan Ru Xuan was still somewhat hesitating, listening to Zhuo Qings
words afterwards, she suddenly smiled once, with a soft voice, she said slowly: The
first time that I saw him, I was only five years old, I remembered that Second
Imperial brother was teasing me at that time, taking a hold of my most favorite silk
handkerchief and hanging it on the tree branch. I was crying and calling out for a
long time, the palace maids and eunuchs were berated by the Second Imperial
brother, nobody was helping me. It was then, at that time, he appeared, that meager
(thin) silhouette entered into my eyes, and also entered into my heart. He helped me
to take the silk handkerchief down, still helped me to wipe my tears dry. I would
never forget eternally, his smile was so gentle and so warm.
Yan Ru Xuans facial expression was too dreamy and. happy, completely
immersed in her own constructed world, Zhuo Qings expression slightly flashed
across in her mind, but she did not interrupt her all along, silently listening to her
talk.
With great difficulty, Yan Ru Xuan recovered, the original happy smile immediately
changed in to some bitterness: Marrying him is my dream since I was a child until
I grow up, I do not know if there is no him in my life, how can I survive?
Zhuo Qing frowned and asked: Therefore when you realized that he actually did
not love you, you decided to kill yourselves?
Maybe what I did was foolish. Smiling sweetly on her young face, she still did not
know how to hide a trace of happiness in her heart, maybe could say that she did not
wish to hide it, Yan Ru Xuan smilingly answered: I think, he may have liked me a
little bit in his heart, take a pity on me. Otherwise he will not let me recuperate in
his home.
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Your mother have told you this? Her face hardly concealed her happiness that
made Zhuo Qing was somewhat anxious, this kind of misleading, with regards to the
current her, it might be the last straw to save her life, then again, it could push her
deeper into the abyss.
Yan Ru Xuan lifted her head up swiftly, looked towards Zhuo Qings clear and bright
eyes, urgently said: Do not tell me that it is not so?
The woman in front of her who was only a little over ten years old, with a confused
face that was watching her attentively, Zhuo Qing could not bear to smash her dream.
Even if she said it, Yan Ru Xuan would not necessarily believe her either.
Forget about it, Zhuo Qing did not reply to her, she changed the subject and asked:
Then what are you planning now?
I do not know. Hesitating once again, Yan Ru Xuan forced a smile and said:
He does not love me.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, she thought that Yan Ru Xuan was always living in her
own world, believing that Lou Xi Yan and her were in love, only then when she
heard the news that he was getting married, she collapsed afterwards and attempted
suicide. At the moment, it appeared that her heart was obviously cleared about this
very much, Zhuo Qing did not understand: You obviously know, why do you still
want to waste time on him?
My heart is his, completely his, ten years, ten years, I can not be without him, from
the beginning, I can never able to resist my own heart. If it was indeed a waste of
time, she had already wasted too much times, and was unable to free herself.
Watching attentively at the eyes in front of her that even though it had a damage
feature, but it was still a glorious woman, deeply breathing, Yan Ru Xuan said: Can
I ask you a favor?
Looking at her who seemed to summon her courage completely, Zhuo Qing could
not help to ask: What?
Nibbling her lips, Yan Ru Xuan clenched her teeth, her voice was somewhat
trembling: Please let me marry him, ok.
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With a thumping sound in her heart, Yan Ru Xuan held her breath to wait for Zhuo
Qings answer.
Yan Ru Xuan was nervous and also embarrassed, Zhuo Qing, nevertheless, broke
into laughter and said: This is not a problem whether or not I will let you marry
him. As it turned out, everybody thought that she was a hindrance and did not let
Lou Xi Yan to take a concubine?! It seemed that Yan Ru Xuan still did not
understand, the main point in this argument was not on her!!
Thinking deeply for a moment, Zhuo Qing bluntly asked: You reply my questions
first, ok, you can put up with the person whom you love, beside you, there is actually
another person, still this other woman, he loves her so much more than he loves you?
When he hugs you, kisses you, will you not think that he is kissing another woman?
When you need him, yet he is with this other woman in another room, will you not
feel heartache? Will you not ask for more? So through out the day, is this not the
type of self torture? Can you entirely accept these?
What Zhuo Qing said somewhat entered the bone, Yan Ru Xuans face was more
and more white, solely imagining Zhuo Qing was saying these, it was already
enough to make her in pain in her heart. But this ache, compared to the ache of losing
him was insignificant, exerted herself to nod, Yan Ru Xuan with a trembling voice
answered; I.. I.. can.
If she really could, why should she look almost fainted, Zhuo Qing shook her head,
with a clear voice, she said: I can not. Everyday I will live in jealousy, suspicion,
demanding, loathing, make myself to become repulsive. I do not want this kind of
life, also do not want this kind of man, so you do not need to ask me to let you marry
him. If he wishes to take you as his wife, I will leave.
The woman who was in front of her was enveloped by the setting of multicolored
sun rays, icily arrogant expression, firm tone, self confidence with an elegant
manner, Yan Ru Xuan conceded, she was convinced by her. It was Yan Gege who
gave her this kind of confidence, right, Yan Ru Xuan was somewhat unwilling and
sneeringly said: You speak so free and at ease, it is because you know that the
person whom he loves is you, it is also because you do not love him enough either.
Zhuo Qing simply did not know whether to laugh or cry, she could not tolerate Lou
Xi Yan taking a concubine, in that case, it showed that she did not love him enough?!
In her heart, this so called love was whether or not it was endlessly sacrificing ones
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life? Endlessly indulging?! Endlessly abusing oneself?! Zhuo Qing immediately

stood up and answered: Very well, between you and I, there is really nothing to
say.
If she continued to talk with her again, she would be furious, looking at Zhuo Qing
who wanted to turn around to walk, Yan Ru Xuan also got up promptly, lowly
shouted: I must become his wife, I.. can not not have him.
Her feet that were lifted up stopped, lightly raised her eyebrows, Zhuo Qing coldly
groaned and said: You will declare a war with me? Being soft could not do, then
she would be tough?
Facing Zhuo Qings ice cold question, Yan Ru Xuan hastily shook her head again:
No, I only hope that I can be together by his side, and get along peacefully with
you.
It is impossible. Zhuo Qings answer was extremely quick, hardly compromising,

she said: I have said it, if he picks you, I will leave immediately, I will not come
between you and him, because at that time, he is not the person whom I love. If the
person whom he picks is me, I will absolutely not allow him to have a second
woman, this is not targeted to you, I will have the same attitude towards whichever
woman.
Why do you sever any relation with him like this? Yan Ru Xuan did not really
understand.
Zhuo Qing did not conceal her own opinion, tranquilly answered: Because, I love
him, but I love myself more.
Zhuo Qings answer made Yan Ru Xuans original pale face to become annoyed and
flushed in anger in a flash.
How can you be selfish! She indeed did not love Yan Gege enough, would only
consider her own needs, this kind of woman absolutely did not match with Yan
Gege!
Yan Ru Xuans indignant explanation, she simply did not understand the meaning
of her own sentence, both of them were not from the same world. Zhuo Qing felt
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tired and were not in the mood to explain, coldly answered: Maybe. Finished
speaking, Zhuo Qing walked towards the inside of the house.
Staring at that bossy and domineering back, Yan Ru Xuan clenched her fists, and
with a loud voice, she said: I will not give him up.
Not turning around, her footsteps were the same as always, Zhuo Qing coldly said
these three words: As you wish. Her patience was already running out!
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The night was like an ink stick, the moon liked a hook.
A womans long hair was draping over her shoulder, half lying on the window frame,
her hand was pinching one piece of paper, her eyes were always staring at the
densely packed characters, but her expression was unfortunately empty, just like she
had lost her soul.
After chatting with Yan Ru Xuan in the afternoon, Zhuo Qing had this incapable
than desirable feeling, it was maybe from childhoods worldview and value, the
romance outlook was entirely different. She could not understand the ancient period
womans way of thinking, did not know how to communicate with them either, she
was glad that she met with Lou Xi Yan, if it was another man, they should also think
the same as Yan Ru Xuan and would use selfish to evaluate her, right.
Lou Xi Yan was standing by her side for a good moment, she was still in her own
universe, he thought if he did not say anything, it was reckoned that she would not
discover that he had already returned.
Lightly patting her shoulder as he was afraid to scare her if he suddenly said
something, Lou Xi Yan with a soft voice asked: What are you looking at that makes
you so entranced like this?
Sure enough, even though Lou Xi Yan already lowered his voice as much as
possible, Zhuo Qing was still startled, raised her head to look towards Lou Xi Yan
who was by her side, puzzlingly asked: How come you came back really early
today? Did he not say that he would come back really late this afternoon?
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Still early? Lou Xi Yans thin eyes slightly raised, looked outside the window for
one glance to see the pitch dark and quiet lake, she unexpectedly resented that he
came back early? It seemed that he needed to work harder to make her miss him
more, all right.
Zhuo Qing looked towards the outside window, only then she realized that the sky
was already dark, she thought that she was lying on the window frame for only a
short moment, that was all, who would have thought that it was already this late.
Somewhat embarrassed, Zhuo Qing gave a hollow smile, raised her head to avoid
looking at Lou Xi Yans gloomy face.
She was somewhat strange tonight, Lou Xi Yan was concern and he asked: What
is going on with you? Feeling uncomfortable? Or, what are you worrying about?
She and Yan Ru Xuan were talking alone this afternoon, Jing Sa had already reported
it back to him. Originally, he did not want to ask because he believed that she could
deal with her. But she had this preoccupied appearance now, and it made him feel
sorry for her.
Perfunctorily shaking her head, Zhuo Qing swayed a piece of paper on her hand, and
answered: Nothing, Qing Mo gave me this piece of paper today, she said that this
was Yang Lius valuable stuff before he died, maybe there was a connection to the
gold case. I studied it for half a day, but it did not come up, I thought for a long time,
and was somewhat entrapped, nothing more.
Sure enough, as his expectation, she was still not willing to say it, no longer
questioning it closely, Lou Xi Yan laughingly said: Can you let me look at it?
Dan Yu Lan already reported and requested to reinvestigate this case, continued to
pursue the golds whereabouts, the Emperor gave his consent immediately, it was
after all one million liang of gold! But this gold case was definitely related to the
important ministers in the Imperial court, he was afraid that any development would
be bloody and fishy.
Taking the paper on her hand to give it to Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qings heart was filled
with expectation, she asked: You say whether or not there is some code word?
Maybe it is some secret code? Have you ever studied astrology?
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter: I am not proficient in astrology at all. Even though
he really enjoyed her adoration expression, it was a pity that he really did not
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understand astrology methodology. Unfolding the paper, he only saw the words
front front back back left left right right on it. These words, no wonder she was
confused, he also did not understand when he saw it.
Looking for a good moment, Lou Xi Yan was also unable to fully grasp, taking the
paper to return it to Zhuo Qing, Lou Xi Yan lightly smiled and cautioned: Have
you thought it, Yang Liu was only a Lieutenant General at the Generals manor, he
was only an ordinary military man! The stuff that he left, could it be related to
astrology, code word or secret code?
Zhuo Qing made a striking sound with her finger, smilingly said: That is right, how
come I have not thought of it! We might make things too complicated, in fact, what
he wanted to express was the most superficial thing.
Lou Xi Yan approvingly nodded his head, but Zhuo Qings face suddenly looked
defeated again, distressingly sighed: But what is the most superficial thing
anyway?
Feeling sorry about her worry appearance on her face, Lou Xi Yan pulled her hand
to stand up, comfortingly said: Well, you have thought about this for one whole
day, do not think anymore, rest early, ok. Maybe there is a flash of divine light
tomorrow, and you can get it.
Zhuo Qing gave a supercilious look, which flash of divine light could be easy like
this, but it seemed that she really had some reason. Taking the paper and putting it
on the pocket inside her belt, Zhuo Qing generously answered: Very well, go to
sleep.
Crossing over the screen to enter the inside room, Zhuo Qing suddenly discovered
that there was a small bed next to Lou Xi Yans big bed, just half the size of the big
bed, Zhuo Qing strangely said: Why are there more beds in the room? She did not
discovered this in the afternoon?!!
Lou Xi Yan finally said to her: You know now that you have made yourselves to
be fascinated a moment ago, ok.
They just brought it in?! Heaven, she was unexpectedly absent minded at this stage!!
Even if she was dead, she would not admit it, Zhuo Qing hurriedly shifted the
subject: Your bed is already so big, why do you still want to bring in another bed?
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Finished asking afterwards, she thought that she was really stupid, sure enough, Lou
Xi Yan was somewhat helpless, somewhat flirting, and with a somewhat teasings
smile, he said: You sleep in the big bed, I sleep in the small bed, I am afraid if I
share a bed with you, I can not wait until our wedding night, then I will take a hold
of you
His words had not yet finished, but the meaning was already clear, he was actually,
for the sake of himself also, shared a pillow with his beloved woman, but could only
see. This was really an enormous torment, he was afraid that his self control would
eventually unable to resist the temptation!
Zhuo Qing was laughing, she naturally understood what he meant, but as a modern
person, a premarital relationship with the person whom one loves was a very
common matter. She did not think that there was any problem at all, facing Lou Xi
Yans fascinating phoenix eyes, Zhuo Qing lowly laughed and said: Nobody wants
you to wait anyway.
Lou Xi Yans body was stiff, he obviously understood that this was Zhuo Qings
invitation, under the candle light, her figure was graceful, eyes like fire, forcing a
mouthful of saliva, Lou Xi Yan staggeringly retreated one step, then urgently said:
It is not early anymore, sleep, ok. Good night
Finished speaking, he laid on the small bed by the side extremely quickly.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly and stood there, not knowing whether to laugh or cry for
a moment, what should she do She gave him a permission, but he still did not
want to take it?!
This was injuring her self esteem?!
Or in theory, he needed a little bit of stimulation.
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Chapter 77: A Minor Incident That Sparked A War
Thinking of Yan Ru Xuans provocation in the afternoon, and saying that she did
not worry about it completely was definitely a lie, Lou Xi Yan was more of a
nobleman, it made her want to have something to happen with him even more.
Anyway, they loved each other, and getting marriage was the prerequisite of the
relationship, if this relationship was to occur, it should be normal, right.
Building her mental state properly for a moment, she decided that she wanted to
seduce Lou Xi Yan!
But saying was easy, how did she want to do it? She did not have any experience,
while Zhuo Qing was trying to remember and compare the classical television soap
opera, she walked to the front of Lou Xi Yans small bed. Her hair was a little bit
messy, bowing her head to look at her own clothing, she clenched her teeth, Zhuo
Qing removed the most outer light muslin garment of hers and threw it on the
ground, there was only a thin clothing on her body now. If she took it off again, then
the only thing left was her undergarment that covered her chest and abdomen
Deeply breathing, Zhuo Qing with a soft voice, called out: Xi Yan
En? Lightly humphing, Lou Xi Yan did not turn around to see Zhuo Qing who
was behind him.
Zhuo Qing persisted and charmingly called out: Xi Yan~~
Finally, Lou Xi Yan helplessly turned around, he just heard a rustling noise of a
person behind him just a moment ago, he suspected that this girl surely was setting
up some crafty plot, who knew that once he turned around, he only saw Zhuo Qing
who was barely wearing a thin clothing. The moonlight shined upon her, under the
enchanting candle flame, her curvy figure was exposed completely, a water fall like
hair was slightly messy behind her, following a lightly night wind that was floating,
fine black hair and twining moonlight. Lou Xi Yan breathed and trembled in fear,
she was still opening her pair of bright eyes, looking at him with fixed eyes, sparkling
and attracting the rays of light.
Lou Xi Yan unconsciously swallowed his saliva, sorrowfully sighed and said:
Qing-er.. do not look at me like this. She really should not imagine that his self
control was so good!!
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The result seemed to be good, Zhuo Qing smirked, continued to murmur and say:
Yan~~
Darn it, she called out and his bone got soften quickly, Lou Xi Yans expression was
dark, his low voice sounded like it was somewhat hoarse: Qing-er, you are playing
with fire.
What she wanted was exactly this result, it seemed that seducing someone was not
really that difficult, using her body to press closer fearlessly to Lou Xi Yan, her hand
was going up to his neck.
Xi Zhuo Qings words had not finished yet, she only felt like the sky span
and the earth turned around, she was already taken advantage by Lou Xi Yan. Both
of them went backward on the couch, Lou Xi Yans hand was already on her waist,
the palm that was always slightly cool was unexpectedly and astonishingly scalding,
through the thin clothing material, the heat passed over without reservation.
Lou Xi Yans long and narrow eyes softly squinted, with blurry charm, their bodies
were tightly sticking, Zhuo Qing could feel that his heart was palpitating really
quick. The scorching body temperature made Zhuo Qings face gradually blushed.
She had not thought yet, what she wanted to do next, her lips felt numb, Lou Xi
Yans strong kiss was in her lips, the scorching temperature along with his breath
attacked. Zhuo Qing was slightly shivering, Lou Xi Yan was holding her tighter, his
kiss was gentle and soft in the past, but it was clearly infected with lush and
exceptionally passionate now.
Lightly kissing all the way across her neck, he then arrived at the back of the ear,
nibbling Zhuo Qings ear, his low voice as if it was a mellow spirit, intoxicating and
puzzling sound echoed: I want you.
The warm breath, the numb and low mumble in repetitions, made Zhuo Qing unable
to help herself and shudder once again, she did not speak, her bright wrist moved up
to Lou Xi Yans neck, made herself to join deeper in his bosom.
Lou Xi Yan was encouraged, the fiery burning tongue went deeper and deeper, his
hand dug into her clothing
Prime Minister Lou! Prime Minister Lou!!
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Along with an ill sound of the knocking on the door echoed astonishingly, the two
of them were startled, Lou Xi Yan was reluctant to part with the soft and slender
waistline that he was holding with his hand. Pulling the side of the silk quilt to cover
Zhuo Qings body, striving to suppress his hysterical and restless breathing, Lou Xi
Yan coldly groaned and said: Who is it?
The sound of a woman who was sobbing outside the door came through: This
servant, Xiao Lian, the Princess, she
Lou Xi Yans mind was startled, urgently said: How is the Princess? She would
not do something foolish, right!
The Princess has a nightmare, she has waken up being scared, does not speak all
along and is only shedding tears. The Princesss health is weak, and unable to
withstand this sleepless night like this, if by any chance there is an unexpected
misfortune, even if this slave dies ten thousand times, she can not afford it either ah,
Prime Minister Lou, please come over to take a look, ok.
She urgently and pressingly came over and wailed accusingly because her family
Princess had a nightmare?? Zhuo Qing suddenly gave a supercilious look, even
though Lou Xi Yan did not say anything, his complexion was somewhat dark.
Mo Bai. Lou Xi Yan lowly called out, but he did not hear any response, so he
called out again: Mo Bai.
Yes. Finally, Mo Bais cold voice came through from the outside of the door.
He was outside the door listening to some noises a moment ago, so he walked to the
gate of the courtyard to guard, and forgot that Zhai Xing pavilion was connected
with Lan Yue building!
Lou Xi Yan said with a cold voice: Announce the Imperial physician.
Yes.
Mo Bai left, the woman was still pestering outside the door, Lou Xi Yan impatiently
said: You return first to look after the Princess, ok.
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Xiao Lian did not have any opportunity to see Lou Xi Yans angry face, so she was
still not afraid to continue to be long winded: Prime Minister Lou, will you not go?
The Princess is calling out your name all along, if she takes things too hard
again
Get lost! Benxiang (again a third party saying for I, usually for an official to a
servant) has already made the arrangement, when is it your turn to question my
decision?!
Xiao Lian who was outside the door was terribly frightened, nervously answered:
This servant asks to be excused. She ran away to leave Lan Yue building all the
way.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, this was the first time he heard Xi Yan speaking like this,
the handsome face because of lust was still somewhat flushed. The always evoking
corner of his mouth seemed to freeze now, coldly and lightly pursed up lips, that
gentle and soft eyes did not have the previous calm anymore, they were full of
restlessness. Zhuo Qing broke into laughter, was this the so called the look of
dissatisfied desire?!
Zhuo Qing did not know whether or not Yan Ru Xuan was deliberate, if she was, it
was indeed timely Sitting straightforwardly from behind to hold Lou Xi Yans
waist, Zhuo Qing said in a low voice: Wait until the Imperial Physician comes, then
you go to take a look, ok, just in case she tries to kill herself again, you will be in
trouble.
It was not because she was generous, it was actually because the other persons noble
identity, she did not want Lou Xi Yan to get into trouble because of this.
Lou Xi Yan turned around, his face was still dark but his mood was very soft, helping
her to lie down and putting the quilt to cover her, he said: You sleep first, ok, I will
come back really quickly.
Zhuo Qing helplessly nodded her head.
Hold on! Lou Xi Yan just got up, Zhuo Qing suddenly sat up and pulled his hand
to bring him down. Lou Xi Yan did not understand, but still conveniently sat down.
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Zhuo Qings hands embraced his neck, bended forward and threw herself in his
bosom.
Her lips was kissing his neck Biting him.
Lou Xi Yan melancholy groaned, the fragrant, soft and lovables body was still in
his bosom, a moment afterwards, Zhuo Qing sat up. She was satisfied to see Lou Xi
Yans neck that was covered by several conspicuous small marks from her kisses,
her mood was rather good when she released her hands, then she waved towards Lou
Xi Yan and said: Very well, you can go.
From the beginning, he did not have any reaction, but when he looked at her crafty
face, Lou Xi Yan already guessed what she was doing, lovingly shaking his head,
Lou Xi Yan left Lan Yue building.
This girl, he still needed to attend the Imperial court tomorrow morning
Zhuo Qing was paralyzed on the bed, watching attentively at the light muslin curtain,
Zhuo Qing was depressed, her first time trying to seduce unexpectedly failed!
Although the main cause was not because of her, but she still blame her business
was not cooked (unfamiliar business as a saying that shes not familiar with this art
of seduction) Next time, she would do a good preparation, it would surely make
him wild and spurt nose bleeding, and he would not care even if the sky collapsed!
Otherwise, she would let down of Qing Lings 34D size!!
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Lou Xi Yan had not gone to Zhai Xing pavilion yet, he rather went there with the
Imperial physician. Outside the door, once he arrived, he paid respect and said:
Chen pays respect to the Princess.
Once hearing Lou Xi Yans voice, Yan Ru Xuan who was originally lying on the
bed and shedding her tears, immediately sat up, urgently said; Yan Gege Come
in quickly. He really came, this was a proof that he was still concerned about her!!
Inside the room, there were several candles on the table, the light ray was somewhat
dusky, Lou Xi Yan and the Imperial physician entered the inside of the room. Lou
Xi Yan only stood at the outside of the screen, and said towards the Imperial
physician: Take the Princess pulse.
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The Imperial physician bowed towards Lou Xi Yan to perform a courtesy, then went
inside.
After the light muslin drapery was opened, there was a disappointed face, Yan Gege
did not come in.
Princess, Chen will offend.
Yan Ru Xuan expressionlessly extended her hand, the Imperial physician examined
it for a good moment, then slowly got up.
Lou Xi Yan who was outside the screen, asked: How is it?
The Imperial physician withdrew all the way to the outside screen, then answered:
The Princess blood and vital breath were insufficient, she was too anxious and
worried, emotional issue, that was the reason she would have nightmare. Prime
Minister Lou does not need to worry, Lao Chen will treat the Princess with some
medicine, and meditation to nurse her health, then her health will recuperate slowly.
You go and boil the medicine, ok. Lou Xi Yan finally felt relieved, when he saw
her thin and weeks appearance this morning, he was worried for her.
Yes. The Imperial physician went out, there was only Xiao Lian inside the room,
only him and Yan Ru Xuan, Lou Xi Yan slightly bowed from outside the screen,
and said: The time is not early anymore, Princess should rest early, Chen asks to be
excused.
His speaking tone was just left, then he heard a low call out: Yan Gege.. do not
go!
The white silk silhouette hurriedly lifted open the curtain covering veil, not wearing
any shoe, she stumbled to run to him all the way.
Her health was originally weak, plus her heart was worried, she almost ran to Lou
Xi Yans front, Yan Ru Xuans feet were soft, and she almost fell down. Lou Xi Yan
did not have any choice but to support her arms, and steady her body: Be careful,
Princess.
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Waiting until she stood firmly, Lou Xi Yan was just about to withdraw his hands,
but Yan Ru Xuan grabbed his hands tightly.
Originally, she had a small face, she became thin now, and her face was not as big
as a palm, her crying eyes were completely red bloodshot. Yan Ru Xuans heart was
filled with affection and watching him, but unexpectedly she discovered some
distinct red marks on his neck
Yan Ru Xuans heart was in pain, she knew these red marks, she had seen these
marks on her Imperial sister in law (the Empress) and the other Imperial concubines.
Her Imperial sister in law told her at that time, after the Imperial sister in law finished
speaking, she also felt very embarrassed. But the Imperial sister in law said that these
marks were left on a woman by a man, why did Yan Geges neck also have these
marks? Thinking about that woman who was living together with Yan Gege, also
her hateful manner in the afternoon, Yan Ru Xuan unconsciously and lightly bit her
lips, that bad woman was not good enough for Yan Gege!!
Taking a deep breath, Yan Ru Xuan summoned her courage and said: Xuan-er is
really afraid, Yan Gege stays to accompany me, all right?
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Chapter 78: Shattered Love
Yan Ru Xuan tightly grabbed his hand, a couple of clear tears fell on the wrists from
her misty eyes, with her weak body, she was afraid that she would fall to the ground,
Lou Xi Yan lightly sighed: Fine.
Once she heard his consent, Yan Ru Xuan was excited, but soon after, her excited
heart was frozen again because of his sentence.
I will keep watch outside of the door to wait until you are asleep, then I will leave.
His voice was still gentle as before, but the idea of his expression was so cruel. Her
mood was too excited and too sad, and made Yan Ru Xuans mood was completely
out of control, tightly pulling his hand, her fingernails were pinching into the meat
on his hand deeply. Yan Ru Xuan cried and called out: Why do you not agree to
stay behind for me? Can it be that asking you to stay is really so difficult? You just
want to return to her side this much?!
Lou Xi Yan was in pain, but only lightly frowned, he did not push her away,
consolingly said: Princess..
Who would have thought, because of this appellation, Yan Ru Xuan was enraged
one more time: Do not call me Princess, you have called me Xuan-er since I was a
child, why do you want to call me this distinct appellation now?! He did not know,
every time he called her Princess, she thought that he would be somewhat further
and further away!
Softly and yet firmly moving away from her hand, Lou Xi Yan retreated one step,
with a low voice, he answered: Monarch is a monarch, the official is the official,
Chen should comply with this etiquette. He just did not want her to have too many
misunderstandings, he could only deliberately distance himself, unfortunately, she
did not understand his intention!
That is a lie! I definitely hear that you have called the Imperial elder brothers name,
why do you want to follow the etiquette with me only?! Lou Xi Yans distance and
indifference towards her finally made Yan Ru Xuans mental state that was not good
originally to collapse completely. I like you, do you really not feel it? Or you feel
it, but you still want to hurt my feeling?
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Yan Ru Xuans eyes were wet with tears, she was extremely hysterical, Lou Xi Yan
understood clearly, whatever words that he would say to her, she would not listen to
any of it, and she was just draining her depressed feeling, nothing more.
You speak ah. Lou Xi Yans silent did not infuriate her again, it made her calm
down slowly, unfortunately, the always dignified and elegants Yan Ru Xuan
already sank into her own world, in her eyes, Lou Xi Yans silent towards her was
impatience. At this moment, the red mark on his neck was like a fierce thin needle,
the piercing entered her heart ferociously.
Am I really not as good as her? Where is exactly she is better than me after all?!!
Whatever she can give you, I can also give you! Yan Ru Xuan was tightly biting
her red lips, when Lou Xi Yan and Xiao Lan had not yet reacted, she already pulled
apart the outside garment on her body, it rolled down on the ground conveniently.
The pink undergarment could only cover up very little view, the bright and clean
shoulder was exposed and because of that, she was shivering with cold.
Lou Xi Yan was in great alarm, hurriedly turned his body around, stood at the back
of the screen, looked towards the palace maid who was lost in thought on the side.
Lou Xi Yan expelled a breath and said: What you are looking distracted for!
Quickly help Princess to rest on the bed.
Xiao Lian finally recovered, picked up the clothing that was on the ground,
carelessly draped it on Yan Ru Xuans body who was already weeping in tears. Why
was the Princess muddled like this ah, she was a noble Princess, if this was to spread
out, Prime Minister Lou would resolutely not take her as wife either, her reputation
and integrity would certainly be destroyed ah!
Lou Xi Yan absolutely did not think that the matter would develop to this degree, in
his impression, Yan Ru Xuan was dignified, gentle and quiet, well mannered and
polite, introverted and shy, how she could do this audacious thing to overstep her
boundary!
Chen asks to be excused first. Lou Xi Yan took a step to leave, this time he would
absolutely not stay inside the room anymore.
Stop! If you go out of the door today, you will regret it. Yan Ru Xuan shouted
loudly, Lou Xi Yans reaction just now stabbed her deeply, the humiliation feeling
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made her somewhat incoherent in speech, she only knew that she would not let him
to leave!!
Lou Xi Yan stopped his footsteps, completely stopped his footsteps, but the tall back,
however, could not reveal any part that made people unable to ignore his cold
thought, he was angry! Yan Ru Xuan was flustered and afraid, snuffled her nose and
wiped the tears from her face, pleasingly said: Yan Gege, do not get angry with me,
all right, as long as you agree to stay, I will listen to anything that you say.
How is staying can change anything? I will not take you as a wife. A cold and
detached voice faintly answered, Yan Ru Xuans heart tightened again.
Deeply breathing, then pushing down the depressed and intolerable pain, Yan Ru
Xuan asked: Why? She did not understand, was she so much lacking? Her chasing
and admiration for the past years, just could not arouse his sympathy the slightest
bit?!
Not waiting until Lou Xi Yans reply, Yan Ru Xuan seemed to mutter to herself
again and said: Marrying you is my dream from childhood, the first time I saw you,
you were very attentive towards me, considerate, gentle and soft. From the very
beginning, I really like you, in order for me to match up with you, I do not dare to
neglect for one day, to be able to become your wife one day. Why can you not look
at me clearly for one glance!! Why
So, as it turned out, it was like this? Lou Xi Yan secretly sighed, if she let him know
earlier the origin of her adoration, maybe she would not develop this to this degree,
right. Lou Xi Yan answered: Actually during that time, I really did not take your
silk handkerchief because of you, it was because I had an argument with the Second
Prince, I could not bear to see his proud appearance, then I undertook the task. For
the past many years, you and Xi Wu are the same in my heart, my sisters, I do not
have any male females love towards you.
Even though, telling the truth would make her suffer, but if he could make her to
come to realize it herself, he would not be this repulsive.
Younger sister ####, every time ###. Funnily, remembering their first
encounter, unexpectedly, it was because he was angry with Second elder brother that
he played a trick?! Younger sister Only younger sister Yan Ru Xuans
heart #.
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Tumbling to sit on the ground, her face did not have any smile, but the tears were
flowing from
her eyes, it was hard to predict if she would sustain it herself.
Princess! Xiao Lian hurriedly supported her shoulder, but simply could not
support her already frail body. Both of them fell down together.
Yan Ru Xuans eyes were desperately sorrowful to make Lou Xi Yans heart was in
pain, he really loved her dearly as his younger sister, todays result that was like this,
maybe it was better that she would blame him for not being able to be heartless a
little earlier!
Not daring to help her up this time, Lou Xi Yan could only console and said with a
low voice: Rest early, maybe when you wake up tomorrow, you will discover that
you actually do not need me at all.
Towards Xiao Lian who was on the ground, he said this sentence: Take care of the
Princess carefully. Lou Xi Yan moved forward to leave.
The Princess who was in her bosom was not weeping anymore, her ice cold body
was shivering, her expression was dreadfully emptied.
How much the Princess had done for him, she understood it the most, it could
because he said this sentence to her, or his smile, she would feel happy for several
days. It could be because of his preference, she would practice the zither until all of
her fingers were blistering. Practicing calligraphy until her hand could not hold
anything, today, but he made the Princess to hurt like this!
Xiao Lian was glaring at Lou Xi Yans direction, her eyes flashed through a trace of
dark color, this man was cold blooded and ruthless, he was absolutely did not fit with
the Princess, darn him!
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You have been lost in thought, what has happened? Gu Yun was anxiously looking
at Zhuo Qing who was preoccupied all day long, at dawn today, she made someone
come to the Generals manor to ask for her to come over, and she said that there was
a clue with regard to that piece of paper. They came out to look for the clue for half
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a day, but she was heavily worry all along, what had happened that made her think
something throughly like this after all?
Zhuo Qing dispiritedly and listlessly answered: Yan Ru Xuan returned to the
Imperial palace at dawn today!
Ah? Gu Yun stared blankly, soon after she said smilingly: She came yesterday
and left today? Your trick was really too amazing, ok.
No mood to play a joke, Zhuo Qing answered: It was not me, it was Lou Xi Yan.
He went to her room last night, I did not know what they were talking about, then
she returned to the palace at dawn today. Her leaving was somewhat unexpected,
she still made a solemn vow to marry Lou Xi Yan yesterday, but she suddenly left
early today, how could this not make her suspicious!? What did Xi Yan say to her
after all!?
Gu Yun was clearly thinking a lot simpler than her, smilingly said: Maybe it was
Lou Xi Yan who started the conversation with her, then she figured out that she
would leave naturally. He said that he did not like her, then she discreetly left so it
was pretty normal! After all, who also wanted to be that indifferent person, ok!
The problem is that she does not appear to be a person who will realize it easily.
Zhuo Qing did not believe that Yan Ru Xuan discreetly left, Gu Yun could think like
this because she still did not understand the thinking method of the woman in this
ancient time. When she spoke with Yan Ru Xuan yesterday, she obviously knew that
Xi Yan did not love her, and yet she did not give up, and in the end, she would want
to leave right away?!
Patting her shoulder, Gu Yun said with groundless fear and embarrassing smile: Do
not worry about it, at the minimum, the person has finally left, you should set aside
any future matter for Lou Xi Yan to deal with.
Zhuo Qing turned over to give a supercilious look, discussing any emotional matter
with Gu Yun would forever be useless!!
Gu Yun suddenly stopped her footsteps, Zhuo Qing hurriedly stopped also and raised
her head, she could only see a bronze inscribed table that was hung over on the gate,
there were five big characters on it that were astonishingly eye grabbing The
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Country Guard Generals Manor! (For simplicity, I will call this Generals manor
going forward).
With scarlet color, upright and strong calligraphic style, this inscribed tablet on the
gate could already make people in shocked, the front door was in crimson wood,
with two separate ink cloud engraved in auspicious animal, the carving was
extremely delicate and fine, especially that precious stones were embedded in the
pair of two eyes, as if it was really glaring to look at you in general.
There were eight soldiers who were holding spears on their hands on both sides of
the separation, the military personnels specific temperament were not comparable
to the common bailiffs, respectful, strict and aggressive. Even though the entrance
was wide opened, there was nobody who dared to enter it casually either!
Zhuo Qing frowned and asked: Are you sure that you want to come here?
We had already visited his house and the other locations that he visited frequently.
This place can also be considered as Yang Lius work place, having a visit to look
at this place will always be right. If the expression of that piece of paper was the
most plain idea, then they have to think the most of the oral map first.
Shrugging her shoulder, Zhuo Qing smiled and said: Fine, ok.
She had already experienced the Prime Ministers manor, she could also take a look
conveniently what kind of a place was the Generals manor now!
Not knowing whether or not Su Ling was present?!
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Chapter 79: The Generals Manor
Following Gu Yun together, the both of them entered the Generals manor, when
they entered the door, two rows of soldiers who were originally pointing the spears
with their hands, put them backward and stood the spears on their side, solemnly and
respectfully called out: Madam.
Zhuo Qing almost fell down, casted a sidelong glance at the woman who pretended
that she did not hear it, smilingly said: Madam? She was originally worried about
Yuns situation at the Generals manor, as it turned out, she was groundless in fears,
her status was not low ah, she could make these gate keeper soldiers to call her
Madam! Or was it Su Lings inspiration? What good show did she miss out?!
Gu Yun coughed twice, perfunctorily answered: The Generals manor does not
have any woman, it is not like you do not know it, they are calling it groundlessly.
Calling it groundlessly?! The meaning of these words were just because the
Generals manor did not have any woman, so any woman was a Madam? So, actually
being a Madam at the Generals manor was really easy! Zhuo Qing turned around to
give her a supercilious look, she thought that she switched into this body, so her IQ
would be inversely proportional to her chest measurement?!
Zhuo Qing snorted disdainfully without restraint, Gu Yun continued to pretend to be

invisible, Zhuo Qing did not question her closely either, anyway, once they were
inside the manor, she would know whether or not they called it out casually.
Begin, ok. The both of them stood at the main entrance, took out the piece of
paper, faced the above mentioned direction, entered all the way. After walking for
several corners, both of them appeared to have more confidence, because until now,
the above mentioned direction was unexpectedly existed at the inside of the
Generals manor, just liked in the front intersection, they could only turn right. And
there was only a right turn passage, the direction on the paper was indeed to turn
right, maybe this time, the direction that they went was really correct.
There were a couple of patrolling soldiers who walked directly to them, seeing Gu
Yun, they immediately called out respectfully: Madam.
Gu Yun simply nodded her head softly to regard it as her response.
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How many team were these? Slapping Gu Yuns shoulder strongly, Zhuo Qing
laughingly ridiculed her and said: It is not too bad that you are still getting along
here! Zhuo Qing had no choice but to admire her, the guards at the Generals manor
were really strict, she had not seen there was someone who was patrolling like this
at the Prime Ministers manor.
Gu Yun shook her fists, smilingly said: Getting along is not bad, a place where they
use military force to speak, I can adapt relatively easy.
Zhuo Qing understood clearly: So it is like this But looking at her petite
figure, her arm was thinner than a firewood, imagining that she was fighting with a
group of cow, tall and big men, Zhuo Qing could not help to laugh heartily again:
Heavens, this joke was really good ah!
Gu Yun could not stand it and quickly walked for several steps, she decided that she
did not want to walk together with this woman whose IQ was corroded by romance.
Both of them were turning east and west, walking for quite a while, and still was at
the inside of the Generals manor, Zhuo Qing sighed and said: The Generals manor
is quite big! She did not understand, why was the Generals manor built like this
complicated. The people who came in for the first time could lose their ways, was
this in order to improve the safety factor?!
En. Bowing her head to look one glance to follow the next direction, Gu Yuns
eyebrows were knitted together tightly, she said: If we keep walking to this
direction, ahead should be the practice work skill field.
What was this expression, Zhuo Qing curiously smiled and said: What kind of place
is that? It makes your face to crease together like that?
Gu Yun shrugged her shoulder to keep Zhuo Qing in suspense, then answered: You
can see it on your own when we arrive.
After turning left, there was a small door, pushing the door open to look, it suddenly
opened up to a wide panorama (everything became clear at once) in front of her eyes,
but in front of the Generals headquarter, it still made Zhuo Qing unconsciously open
her eyes big, she finally knew why Gu Yuns complexion was strange a moment
ago.
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Heaven.. This is extremely.. and alluringly hot, ok..
Not too far away, there was a wide open space, approximately four to five size of a
soccer field in size, that big, it was densely packed, but no less than two thousands
people who were standing extremely neat, ok. The main point was not this, the main
point was that they were not wearing any upper garment at all, looking at a distant,
shining white scene, wrong ah, being roasted in the sun all year round, it should be
bronze color.
It was not that she had never seen naked men before, this image in front of her like
this.. really shook whatever circumstance that she had ever seen before, but the
sun was so hot, they did not feel unwell basking in the sun like this?!
Puzzling to look at Gu Yun who appeared to be used to this scenery for a long time,
Zhuo Qing asked: Are they doing army training? Why do they not train in the army
camp? Who would do army training at home?
These are General Sus elite troops, the practice work skill field is Su Lings secret
training for the front line and to research the method of disposition of troops. If the
drill is successful, then they will take it to the army camp to drill the soldiers. She
did not understand it at first either, afterwards, she heard Su Yus explanation, then
she understood Su Lings intention.
Zhuo Qing with clear understanding, nodded her head: No wonder, the Generals
manor does not have any woman. Su Ling can become the countrys General like
this even though he is still young, he indeed has the skill. These group of big men
would be free to hover around the manor, so no woman in the manor would be better!
Do you really admire his appearance? She had seen Su Ling several times after all
and already praised him, she still had not discovered what good thing that ice cold
man had?!
Zhuo Qing generously answered: I admit that my impression towards him is not
bad, moreover, I think that you are very well matched with him, there is no harm to
think it over, you will certainly not be a concubine, it is not too often that this kind
of outstanding man does not have a wife yet.
Here we go again!! Gu Yun coldly groaned: I have never discovered that you are
this foolish in the past, moreover, there is a tendency to have even more critical!
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Both hands on her chest, Zhuo Qing indifferently smiled and said: There is nothing
I can do, I am almost a married woman, I do not dare to guarantee what I will change
into in the future.
She was insane to keep continuing and discussing this lack of nutritional matter with
Zhuo Qing! Bowing her head to watch at the map on her hand attentively, Gu Yun
changed the subject immediately: Go in, ok, if this is not the wrong place, the thing
that we want to find must be inside.
Zhuo Qing narrowed her eyes to look, she only saw one tall man who draped a
clothing on his shoulder, while running towards their direction at a quick speed. A
moment later, Zhuo Qing was finally able to see who was the person who came over,
lowly smiled and said: It is hard to imagine that the figure of that chick General is
really not too bad! Strong muscle, dark skin, and very attractive.
Gu Yun lifted up her head, Su Yu already arrived in front of them, even showering
them down with his yelling: Why did you come!! The practice work skill field does
not allow any woman to enter or exit, you should go out quickly!!
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Chapter 80: Accident
Qing Xuan Palace Hall
Outside the carved wooden window, there was a beautiful pear tree, it was a pity that
the flowering season had already past, the only thing lacking was the beautiful pear
blossom, but in between the emerald green leaves, one could see the small unripe
fruit vaguely.
Inside the window, a beautiful shadow was leaning softly against the bedside, her
pair of eyes were in a daze and watching attentively at the pear tree outside, the
beautiful eyes, but one could not see whether she was sad, angry, resentful or pitiful.
The pink light muslin inside the room was gentle and beautiful, along with the
unhurried cool breeze was playing leisurely, but no one in the mood to enjoy it.
There were maids kneeling all over the place inside the room, both hands were
carrying all kinds of delicious delicacies, but the woman was simply looking out at
the outside of the window.
These had been how many days? After the Princess returned from the Prime
Ministers manor, she was always like this, she did not cry or make any noise, and
kept silent. Feeding her to eat anything and she would just eat them, she almost did
not chew other stuffs and just swallowed them immediately. Xiao Lian did not dare
to make her eat too many hard stuffs, she could only send ginseng soup to her mouth,
choking with emotion, she said: Princess, drink this ginseng soup, ok.
Yan Ru Xuans eyes were always watching attentively at the outside window, her
mouth was unconsciously opened up, swallowed the stuff down in a mouthful.
Feeding for a few mouthfuls, Xiao Lian did not dare to feed again, if she was not
mistaken, after several feedings, she would throw everything up soon. Her originally
daintys face, it was thin and only remained like a bone now.
Handing over the ginseng soup that was on her hand to the young palace maid behind
her, Xiao Lian saw just now, that the Empress Dowager was standing behind them
all along. Xiao Lian was startled and hurriedly kneeled down to pay respect: May
the Empress Dowager have a thousand of good fortune and peace.
Paying no attention on the maid who was kneeling in the ground, Yang Zhi Lan
lightly caressed Yan Ru Xuans pale, skinny and shriveled face, she was unable to
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control her heartache. This one daughter of her was being taken care of for so many
years, it really hurt her dearly that her look actually became so haggard like this!!
As her mother, how could she not in pain!
Holding Yan Ru Xuan to her bosom, Yang Zhi Lan softly coaxed and said: Xuan-
er, what do you want after all? Only when you say, Imperial mother will surely think
of a way to make you get it!
Did she want to marry Lou Xi Yan? If this was the only thing that could make her
to live, she would just force Lou Xi Yan to marry her!
Yan Ru Xuan did not seem to hear anything, she was still staring blankly outside the
window, and did not react towards anyone or anything.
Looking at her appearance, Yang Zhi Lan lovingly shook her shoulder, lowly
choking with sobs and she said: How can you be this foolish ah! You are tormenting
yourselves like this, being heart broken, this is only mother ah!
No matter how she was shaking and slapping her, Yan Ru Xuan was still like a
puppet and did not say any word, Yang Zhi Lan was holding her thin daughter to her
bosom, who was looking at the slightly blue horizon outside, her tears were silently
rolling.
Heavens, why did you do this to me?!
I already lost a son, did you still want me to lose a daughter?!
What kind of enmity did I have with the Lous family after all, first, it was Lou Su
Xin, now again, it was Lou Xi Yan!! I really hate ah.
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Xi Xia Palace Hall
There was no soul in sight inside of the palace hall, only Yang Zhi Lan was sitting
upright on the master seat, Xiao Lian lowered her head, and was still standing on the
side.
What was the matter after all, Xuan-er only went to the Prime Ministers manor for
one day, and she could change like this?!
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Yang Zhi Lans complexion was gloomy and cold, her ordinarily kind appearance
looked very different, Xiao Lian hurriedly kneeled down on the floor, lowly sobbed
and said: The Empress Dowager, please give Princess some justice ah, Prime
Minister Lou is bullying her intolerably!
It was really Lou Xi Yan!! Yang Zhi Lan secretly clenched her teeth, her voice was
still steady: There is no harm in saying what you think.
Xiao Lian secretly reckoned, it was all Lou Xi Yan, the Princess would change to
look like this, she surely should not let him to have an easy time! But he was the
countrys Prime Minister, and also the East Empress Dowagers nephew, even if she
wanted to accuse him to the Empress Dowager, how could the Empress Dowager
suppose to handle it!
He treasured that Qing Ling so much, she wanted her to die! Let him know and feel
this kind of pain that penetrated through his heart!
Planning a solution in her heart, Xiao Lian lowered her head, and cried while she
said: After you left, Prime Minister Lou was leading along Qing Ling to return to
Lan Yue building, they obviously knew that the Princess was at Zhai Xing pavilion.
With one look, one could see the lotus pond in front of Lan Yue building, but they
still deliberately did not enter the room, they were kissing in the courtyard, the
Princess had already been crying inside the room at that time. During the afternoon
time, the Princess lowered her noble status and wanted to speak with Qing Ling and
interacted with her nicely, who would have thought, that womans manner was
extremely nasty.
Finished speaking, Xiao Lian deliberately stopped, carefully raised her head to
observe Yang Zhi Lans complexion, her complexion was not pleased like before,
but it did not change to become worst, only said with a cold voice: Continue to
speak.
Secretly clenching her teeth, was this Empress Dowager still not angry?! Working
harder, Xiao Lian distorted the facts even more and wail accusingly and she said:
The Princess mentioned about getting married with Prime Minister Lou, not only
Qing Ling talked maliciously at once, she still said that she would not share one
husband with the Princess, because she would not allow Prime Minister to take a
concubine, using Prime Ministers doting towards her as a weapon, she simply
considered that everyone else was beneath her!! During the night when the Princess
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had a nightmare, she woke up crying incessantly, this servant went to Lan Yue
building to ask Prime Minister Lou to come over to look, Qing Ling unexpectedly
did not let Prime Minister Lou to come over. After waiting for a long time, Prime
Minister Lou finally came, he still said that he would not marry the Princess, and
only liked Qing Ling, ferociously hurt the Princess heart, he would not say any
harsh word to Princess before.
Finally, Xiao Lian simply threw herself on the ground, she was kowtowing while
shouting: Empress Dowager, it was all because of that woman who instigated and
baffled Prime Minister Lou, and she still harmed and turned the Princess like this.
Requesting the Empress Dowager to help the Princess with this grievance!!
Yang Zhi Lans eyes were slightly narrowed, Qing Ling did not look like a stupid
person, could it be that she misjudged the person?! No matter what, Lou Xi Yan
doted on her and one could see clearly that she should not live!
Even though, her heart was already decided, but Yang Zhi Lan simply said: You
have said that she relies on Lou Xi Yans doting, and she does not pay any attention
to anybody, if she has a contingency, Lou Xi Yan will be unlikely to take things
lying down (letting it go).
This young girl was actually very loyal to Xuan-er, but not sure if she could use her,
she wanted to see if she had enough intelligent!
The meaning of the Empress Dowagers words were###, ###.
Replying: There is no one who will conspire to murder her, but in this earth, there
will be many unexpected accidents inevitably.
The corner of her mouth finally perked up with a trace of smiling expression, Yang
Zhi Lan nodded her head, faintly smiled and said: Yes ah, accident will always be
hard to avoid.
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Zhai Xing Pavilion
After Yan Ru Xuan left, Zhuo Qing moved back to live at Zhai Xing pavilion. First,
Lou Xi Yan would not let other people to gossip, and second, he always came back
really late, she would already fall asleep, he was unwilling to wake her up with any
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noise. He was sleeping on the small bed by the side, Zhuo Qing did not have the
heart to see his tall figure sleeping on that small bed, so she simply moved back.
Gu Yun went to annihilate the bandits, the case was also closed, she resumed her
boring life again. She tried to sleep until late in the day everyday, her boring time
would be shorter a little this way, but during her tiring life, she would always wake
up before ten, just lying down on the soft bed, she did not wish to get up either, and
only to stare at the drapery blankly.
What could she do during the day later on? Doing nothing all day except enjoying
the flower, playing the chess, throwing herself to recite butterfly poetry?? Solely
thinking it, Zhuo Qing could not help to laugh, living as a young lady of the house,
not everybody could experience it, but she would not!!
Letting her imagination to run wildly in her mind, the sound of an urgent knock from
the door scared her to jump!
Zhuo Qing frowned, the ordinary maid would absolutely not dare to knock on the
door like this, Lou Xi Yan was also impossible, who would it be? Lifting open the
quilt, Zhuo Qing walked to the side of the window, separated by a thin paper on the
window, she looked towards the outside courtyard. There was a group of women
who were standing inside the courtyard, there were trays on the hands of some of the
women, but she could not see what stuffs. And it was unexpectedly headed by Lou
Xi Wu?!
Zhuo Qing was puzzled, but she still opened the door and asked: What are you
doing first thing in the morning?
Lou Xi Wus walked into the house, along with a dozen women who came in
together, Lou Xi Wu slightly raised her hand, several thirty something women came
up immediately, they were busy pulling her clothing.
During her sleeping time, her original clothing was a thin unlined garment, they were
pulling this, Zhuo Qing would practically be naked. Grabbing the sleeve piece of her
clothing, Zhuo Qing urgently said: Hey! What are you all doing!
Several women simply did not care when she was shouting, they just continued to
pull her clothes, Zhuo Qing was at the end of her patience, she pulled the wrists of
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the two women who were pulling her clothes, and said with a cold sound: If you do
not let go, I will punch you!!
Both of the women were in pain, lowly shouted, the other women in the side retreated
one step when they saw Zhuo Qings angers appearance, and did not dare to pull
her clothes again.
Shaking off the hands of the two women, Zhuo Qing walked to the front of Lou Xi
Wu, with an annoying face, she glared at her, and with a cold voice, she snorted:
Lou Xi Wu, it will be best that you give me an explanation, otherwise I will be rude
to you!
Lou Xi Wu swallowed a mouthful of saliva, slightly retreated one step, but she still
self confidently answered: I came today for two matters! First, you were not home
this past two days, but elder brother already announced publicly at home that he
wanted to marry you. I also did not know what he was anxious about, in short, the
time was tight, and I was very unlucky that elder brother wanted me to arrange and
prepare your wedding dress. She did not want to come to provoke her either ah, this
matter would be more suitable for second mother to do, right! But elder brother just
gave this matter for her to do, he also only gave her one month time.
She was by no mean trying to cause any trouble, who would have thought that Qing
Lings temperament was this big!
Pointing at those several women who were scared and retreating in the side a
moment ago, Lou Xi Wu said: They are the best embroidery workers at the
thousand silk workshop, they want to take your measurements just now. They have
to rush to make a collection of the member of the royal family wedding ceremonial
robes for you within one month, so you will be better to cooperate. Otherwise, if
they can not finish it on time, there will be many unlucky people at that time!
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, she only heard two days ago that Lou Xi Yan wanted to
get married immediately, she still thought that he was cracking jokes. At the
minimum, they should wait until he finished getting busy with the celebration matter
to begin the preparation, right. Looking at this attitude, he wanted to get married
before the celebration?!
Looking at Zhuo Qing who was silent, Lou Xi Wu conveniently said about the
second matter: There are several collections of good clothes here, I need you to try
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them on, and pick a collection, we will enter the Imperial palace to attend a banquet
this afternoon.
Sweeping one glance at the trays where layer and layer of clothes were on, also there
were matching bright and multicolored type of pearls on the side, Zhuo Qing did not
understand and asked: Why do I want to enter the Imperial palace?
The Empress Dowager mentioned your name in the Imperial decree, so you must
go. Second mother was still angry for a long time due to that matter, because she
had never had the opportunity to enter the Imperial palace until today, and she saw
her stomping on her feet as she was feeling so unhappy.
Zhuo Qing faintly felt uneasy, why would the Empress Dowager summon her to
enter the Imperial palace for no cause or reason, was this related to Yan Ru Xuans
concern? Maybe Lou Xi Yan knew something, so he wanted to get married urgently?
Getting stuck into her own train of thought again, and waiting for Zhuo Qing to
recover, those several women were already assisting swiftly to take her
measurements, while Lou Xi Wu self-servingly picked up those jewelries for the
clothing and compared them on her body.
She did not catch on Zhuo Qing who was not even thinking, one comparison on her
body, Zhuo Qing turned around immediately and have a supercilious look. Those
clothes had layers upon layers of garments, there were several layers inside and
outside, this hot day, could they let a person live wearing them?!
Then, there was still that long skirt that was falling on the ground, one could sweep
the floor immediately, right!
Casted sidelong glances at Lou Xi Wus head above, she estimated that the gold
jadeite tassels hair decoration could weigh about ten catties (one catty equals to 0.5
kg & 1 kg equals to 2.2 lbs). That lake blue color with golden silk embroidery cheong
sam from head to toe was so excessive, Zhuo Qing lowly laughed and said: Entering
the Imperial palace is alright, but why do I want to dress like a Christmas tree!? It is
not like I have not entered the palace before, take away all of these stuffs, I have
some dress to wear.
Lou Xi Wu did not understand what Christmas tree was, but she heard Zhuo Qings
mockery on her dress, grabbing the long golden skirt and squeezing it on Zhuo
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Qings hands, Lou Xi Wu snorted and said: Entering the palace this time is not the
same, for my elder brother and the Prime Minister manors reputations, you must
wear them!
Lou Xi Wu was acting somewhat strange today, Zhuo Qing did not want to quarrel
with her either, immediately said: Explain clearly.
Sitting down on the wood chair on the side, Lou Xi Wu was somewhat excited and
she said: Qiong Yues three years prayer celebration is not only Qiong Yues grand
occasion, it is also the six countries grand occasion, at that time, each countrys
merchants, high officials and noble people, important court ministers, even the
emperors relatives, will all come to express good wishes to Qiong Yue, I can not
say for sure if you will be able to see your friends from Hao Yue.
Zhuo Qing frowned: Say what the important point is! Making her to listen to her
chat idly like this, when would it be finished!
Flinging aside and curling her lips, Lou Xi Wu answered: The important point is
the celebration can not do without performance naturally, after each country
appointment arrives, they all are not just simple and ordinary people. Qiong Yue, as
the head of the six countries, there can not be any person who is lacking in manners
in front of those people, it is certainly important to choose the women from Qiong
Yue with good appearance and the best talents who will offer the art skills. The
prestigious families, the daughters of the aristocratic families will be the first
choices, this is the goal to go to the Imperial banquet this time, in order for the
celebration to have an absolute safe performance, both of the Empress Dowagers
will choose ten famous talented and good looking young ladies as reserves.
As it turned out, they were just going to choose the elegant women this afternoon!
Zhuo Qing mockingly laughed at herself and said: What does this have any relation
to me? Speaking about her appearance, she was disfigured, speaking about talent,
she only likes to do autopsy. She did not have any talent that she could show off,
what did she go there for?!
Even though Lou Xi Wu was also puzzled that the Empress Dowager made Qing
Ling to go, but the Imperial decree was already heard, she did not have any choice.
Taking the jadeite jade pearl and hanging it on Zhuo Qings neck, Lou Xi Wu
smilingly said: You are the Lous family wife now, that is your relation with going
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to the palace, since the Empress Dowager appoints you to go, that is also your
relation.
Sh**! Zhuo Qing lowly cursed.
What do you mean? She said several terms that she did not understand today, Lou
Xi Wu was really curious.
Zhuo Qing stared at the heavy and magnificent pearls dress, powerlessly answered:
You do not want to know!!
She really wanted to decorate herself like a Christmas tree?! NO!
Tossing the clothes back to Lou Xi Wu, Zhuo Qing lightly raised her eyebrows,
smilingly said: I can wear a dress, but I will have the final say on what kind of
dress!
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Chapter 81: Danger Sprang Up All Around
Imperial Garden
The jade color green shade (of a tree), the cluster of bushes were short, this was Zhuo
Qings first impression towards the splendid Imperial garden, but a moment
afterwards, she became somewhat dizzy. She finally knew why Lou Xi Wu wanted
to decorate herself like a Christmas tree, because if you dressed in a silk clothing at
this time, then one would really look very different!
Zhuo Qing was secretly glad, fortunately, she only partially cut the long cheongsam
skirt, and only wore three layers of skirt from the original five layers, she removed
half of the golden hairpins that were on her head, except for the golden head
ornament, jadeite bracelet and dangling tassels. But she did not lack anything from
these basic elements, strictly speaking, her whole body could not be regarded as too
obtrusive!!
The more she went inside, the more she startlingly sighed, the room was filled with
colorful brocade dresses, pearls and gold ornaments, dazzling her, it could even be
said there was plump, swallow and thin women in front of her, beautiful women as
cloud, every one of them was as delicate as a flower. But squinting her eyes, Zhuo
Qing nevertheless felt like she was mistreated!
She really agreed to that sentence about many confusing eyes, she almost could not
see clearly what their appearances were, naturally there were some women who were
similar like her, the women whose complexions were not pleased, she estimated that
this was due to various kind of reasons.
Zhuo Qing was following behind Lou Xi Wu, lowering her head to move towards
the assigned place.
In the middle of the garden, an empty and small piece of an open space, both sides
had about five to six rows of stools. Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Wu were seated on the
right side of the first row, Zhuo Qing closed her eyes to rest once she was seated,
what the eyes didnt see, the heart didnt grieve over it! (ZQ pretended to sleep and
tried to ignore everybody). Automatically ignoring to hear the low laughter from a
group of women who were exchanging conventional greetings by her side, soon, the
voices around here were quiet all of a sudden. Zhuo Qing opened her eyes, and saw
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that the East and West Empress Dowagers were walking with the escort from a group
of the palace eunuchs and maids.
In todays occasion, both of them adorned themselves with utmost care, but in
comparison, Yang Zhi Lans dress was still relatively plain and simple. Her face still
had a benevolent smile, and the dress on Lou Su Xins body was an extreme dark
red changpao, the golden silk belt appeared to be vivid and through on her good
figure, a string of green jade pearls was on her neck. It really matched with her
arrogant look and really still made people not to dare to watch intently.
Both of them were seated at the masters seats in the middle of the garden, all of the
people were orderly half kneeling to salute and say: Pay respect to both the Imperial
palaces Empress Dowagers, may the Empress Dowagers have good fortune and
peace.
Zhuo Qing slowly half squatting her body down, Lou Su Xins arrogant voice faintly
echoed: You may rise, ok.
Thank you Empress Dowager.
After the salutation, each familys young lady returned to their seats, calmly
lowering their heads, gentle, refined and graceful, it was really in contrast with the
distinct noise from a moment ago. Zhuo Qing sniggered, she also lowered her head,
and continued to close her eyes to rest.
Yang Zhi Lan looked towards Lou Su Xin, after seeing that she lightly nodded
afterwards, still smiling and saying at the same time: Todays invitation to all of
you, young ladies, madams, to enter the Imperial palace to attend a banquet, is to
select the talented and good looking, women who will have both integrity and talent
at the celebrations talent show. With regards to this, it can be say that this is Qiong
Yues credibility matter, Aijia will not say anymore, using the old established
standard, you can do the four arts (zither, go, calligraphy, painting), poetry, singing
and dancing, the highest skill will be victorious.
Let us start with the zither skill, ok, which young lady will come first? Yang Zhi
Lan finished speaking, with a smile on her face, she swept everybodys eyes with a
glance, the women were still shy timidly and lowering their heads, whispering,
nobody came out.
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Yang Zhi Lan gently smiled, and said: Everyone modestly declines like this, then
Aijia will just appoint to one person to throw a brick to attract a jade (shes offering
a humble remark so the young ladies will give their opinion), ok.
Aijia has heard that the Qing family sisters reputations are outstanding within the
six countries, during the celebration three years ago, Hao Yue put forward a paradise
landscape picture, a splendid object, it was reportedly to be drawn by the the three
young ladies. Two of the ladies are in the Imperial palace today, it will be better to
throw a brick to attract a jade at the Qings family eldest daughter, Qing Ling to do
these refined activities (regarding literature, paintings, etc), what does everyone
think? Finished speaking, she still looked towards Zhuo Qing with an incomparable
concern.
The Imperial concubines who were sitting on the side also agreed hurriedly and said:
This is extremely fine, Chenqie (third party calling for concubines when they speak
to emperor or empress dowager or empress) always hear from some people that the
zither skill of the Qings family eldest daughter is extremely high. Playing for two
to three days and the sound still lingered on, the people will praise without ceasing
after listening to it, there is finally an opportunity to increase our knowledge today.
Originally Zhuo Qing was still concerned about her own matter by closing her eyes
to rest, she suddenly opened her eyes, and looked at Yang Zhi Lan, both of their
expressions met, Yang Zhi Lan still had a loving smile, Zhuo Qings expression was
actually dark, was this her purpose? Making her like a fool in front of everyone, this
was considered taking a revenge for her daughter?!
Both of their expressions were in confrontation, Yang Zhi Lan was smiling all along,
with a clear sound, she called out: Someone, prepare the zither.
Hold on. Zhuo Qing stood up, it would not be this easy to make a fool of herself.
Performing a lady like courtesy by bending over, Zhuo Qing raised her head, then
with a grievance face and eyes filled with melancholy, she answered with a low
voice: Many thanks to everybodys love, but unfortunately, I have suffered injury
on my way to come to Qiong Yue, I can only remember a lot of things vaguely.
Those melodies that I was familiar before, I could not remember any of it now. I am
afraid that I will make everybody feel disappointed today. Being together with Lou
Xi Yan for this long time, she just looked at him, she had also learned a lot on how
to pretend, how could this be difficult?!
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Yang Zhi Lan barely wanted to open her mouth, Zhuo Qing pulled out another
unfathomable mystery again, and continued to say: But I know that Xi Wus zither
skill is definitely not beneath my skill. She was practicing zither with Su Mu Feng a
few days ago and he spoke about Xi Wus zither skill, and he also praised her skill.
It will be better to let Xi Wu be the person to throw a brick to attract a jade, she will
surely not let all of you to be disappointed.
Lou Xi Wu was surprised at first, after she reacted back, she ferociously pinched
Zhuo Qings waist, this woman really dared to speak like this!! When did she and
Su Gongzi speak about the zither skill, when did Su Gongzi praise her skill?!
Obviously, the one whom she was referring to did not know it! Unexpectedly, she
still had a very familiar look!
Zhuo Qing was in pain, but she still could not show anything, this darn girl was very
fierce, she did this for her sake, if maybe, she would be chosen to play for the
esteemed guests at the celebration, and her social status would rise highly at that
time.
Oh? Yang Zhi Lan looked towards Lou Su Xin who was by her side, smilingly
said: Elder sister, unexpectedly, Xi Wus zither skill has a breakthrough after all
these years, since it is this way, just let Xi Wu to play one song, ok.
Lou Su Xin who always had an arrogant face finally was somewhat at ease, she
quietly laughed and said towards Lou Xi Wu: Xi Wu, then, you play one song, ok.
Yes. The matter was already like this, besides bracing herself to do it, Lou Xi Wu
did not have any other way either.
Zhuo Qing secretly relaxed, Lou Su Xins attitude towards Lou Xi Wu was gentle
like this, it seemed that she really liked her. She did not need to be anxious for Xi
Wu, even if the performance failed, nobody would dare to do anything to the
Empress Dowagers niece, right!
Barely wanting to sit down, however, Yang Zhi Lan was not ready to let her off
either, with a deliberate soft voice, she smiled and said: But only listening to the
music is rather monotonous, Ling-er does not remember the melody, but can always
remember to write characters, right. That paradise landscape painting from last time
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is still at the Imperial study room, Ling-er can do another one and it is good to let
them increase their knowledges.
This clearly some hidden derogatory words, listening to these, Zhuo Qing was
somewhat angry, Yang Zhi Lan was deliberately after her with a sharpen knife, right!
Getting up one more time, Zhuo Qings complexion was clearly dark: I ..
Zhuo Qing only said this one word, she was already interrupted by a clear and cold
sound of a woman: Answering to Empress Dowager, normally, we, sisters, like to
paint to amuse ourselves cheerfully, just let Chenqie and elder sister to paint together
for everybody today, Chenqie is not sure if it is possible or not.
Zhuo Qing looked up to see, the person who spoke was Qing Feng, she was
unexpectedly here also, but she was sitting across with a group of women. She did
not even look carefully, and did not find that it was strange, but painting together?
Was she harming her or helping her?! Could you regard grinding the ink stick as
painting?!
Yang Zhi Lan looked towards Lou Su Xin one more time, and smilingly asked:
What does elder sister think of this? Fine, she did not have to make things difficult
for her even more, the conclusion would be the same in a moment anyway.
Zhuo Qing did not have Lou Xi Wus good luck, Lou Su Xin casted a sidelong glance
at her, with a cold voice, she said: This is also fine, Aijia wants to see it also, what
wonderful talents that the Qing familys sisters have after all. She really wanted to
see what was so special about the woman whom Xi Yan kept going to the Imperial
palace to request for a marriage with her over and over again.
Pointing ahead at the pond that the gorgeous and lovable lotus started to open, Yang
Zhi Lan smilingly said: Elder sister, it is exactly the time for the lotus to bloom at
the moment, it will be better to let them paint by the side of the lotus pond, playing
the zither, the lovable flowers will conform together with the beauties, is it not a
wonderful thing?
It is also good. Lou Su Xin indifferently said: Someone comes, prepare the tools
to paint.
Yes.
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Soon, several agile palace eunuchs already put a big table and moved it by the side
of the lotus pond, the back of the table was a slab to support the platform, this desk
was fortunately above the lotus pond. Standing here to appreciate the flowers, it just
seemed like being surrounded by the flowering shrubs, and was really beautiful.
It was a pity, Zhuo Qing did not have the mood to appreciate the flowers at the
moment, she said towards Qing Feng who was standing beside her confidently and
she urgently said: I really can not paint!! She was not Qing Ling, and did not
understand anything about painting ah!
Smiling confidently, Qing Feng answered: It does not matter, wait until I blend
some good colors, you just use the writing brush to draw several circles on the paper,
it will be good.
Draw several circles? Zhuo Qing stared blankly, very quickly asked again: How
big? How many? Do you want round circles or ovals? Where will be the specific
position?! If it was merely drawing circles, she could still accomplish it, but she
would have to trouble her to tell her about the specific of the circles! She was really
good at geometry subject all together!
Qing Feng answered without thinking: Whatever you like.
Ah?! Zhuo Qing felt stupid, how did she want to draw them?
She was still in depression, the ink stick on the table was already grounded properly,
the paper was also spread out properly, the palace eunuchs retreated to the side,
respectfully said: The tools for painting are already ready, these two mistresses,
please start.
Zhuo Qing was standing by Qing Fengs side, she could only see her skillfully held
the ink stick and poured half of it inside the porcelain dish on the side, then carefully
transferred the clear water in it, a moment afterwards, Qing Feng said: Start, ok.
The big piece of fine writing paper was spread out in front of her eyes, Zhuo Qing
really had this mixed feelings (not knowing whether to laugh or cry), where to start?!
If she had known earlier, that she would encounter this kind of adventure, she would
consider to learn the calligraphy and Chinese arts with her mother before, it was
unlikely to go so far now and she did not know where to draw the circles!
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Let it be, Qing Feng did not worry at all, what should she worry about, deeply
breathing, Zhuo Qing drew one circle larger than a fist on the paper. Qing Feng
transferred the ink stick that was somewhat light in color, leaving behind a shallow
color impression on the white paper. Zhuo Qing looked at Qing Feng one glance,
her expression was the same as before, she just prepared the red color cinnabar, she
estimated that she wanted to draw lotus.
Since she did not have any opinion, Zhuo Qing did not care either, boldly drawing
ten circles on the paper, big and small circles, after painting the circles, Zhuo Qing
did not know what to write, the white paper that she played with was in complete
disorder
At this time, Qing Feng seemed to be ready, she picked up a comparatively thin
brush, in lightning speed, those 7-8 random circles that were drawn with the writing
brush, one leaf lotus unexpectedly appeared quickly. Her movement was quick, as
if there were several brushes, the original numerous and disorderly composition
became a realistic lotus on the pond, it was extremely awesome!
Just when Zhuo Qing started to admire, she heard a clear, exquisite and melodious
zither sound echoing, Zhuo Qing lifted her head up, not a distance ahead, Lou Xi
Wus naturally and unrestrainedly sat in front of the zither. Her fine and long fingers
were on the strings smoothly playing the zither, the light and quick melody echoed
within the Imperial garden, this girls zither skill was really not bad!
Done.
Zhuo Qing was still admiring Lou Xi Wus zither sound, Qing Fengs cold voice
echoed lowly.
Done!? So quick, the time that she used was almost the same as when she drew the
circles!
Bowing her head again, Zhuo Qing was staring blankly on the painting completely,
the painting that was in front of her was a refined ink and wash painting composition,
it only used the deep or shallow colors of black, only the lotus leaves and the water
on the lake were expressed in great detail. The cinnabar (some kind of chemical that
can make a red color) set off some contrast colors, the complete painting seemed to
split the new lotus at the seam, it reflected with the color of ink stick, and it looked
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to be soft pink, fresh and clean. The most amazing thing was the lotus leaves, the
lotus petals seemed to have condensation of water droplets, the whole painting
seemed to show a hint of moisture, haziness was enveloping the lotus leaves with
pink color, similar to when the new lotus started to bloom after the rain!
The upper left corner of the painting still had several small words The hidden
morning dew, The human world who was jealous, the calligraphy style was
graceful, and the technique was smooth and easy.
How could this even possible, this short period of time, Zhuo Qing did not dare to
believe, this was the piece of paper that she was being tormented a moment ago!
She regarded this as her knowledge and experience, what a real talented girl.
Qing Feng slowly laid down the writing brush, then she pulled Zhuo Qing to retreat
one step, she let those several palace eunuchs whose heads were down and calmly
stood aside while they lifted the wooden table to head towards the direction of the
Empress Dowagers.
The painting that was just drawn a moment ago, the paper was extremely soft, so
they could not hold it up, Lou Su Xin and Yang Zhi Lan got up to the direction of
the long table. Looking at the painting, both of their eyes were bright. Lou Su Xin
was rarely boastful and she said: As expected, the name is not in vain (a well
deserved reputation)!
This kind of art work, even if a specialist learned to paint, it would take about 30-50
years of skill, not all of them could come out of the painting!
Yang Zhi Lan also nodded her head and said: Imperial concubine Qing, come here
to give us the explanation of the meaning of the verse, ok.
Yes. Qing Feng walked slowly to go, Zhuo Qing was standing on the wooden
stage and breathing some fresh air, if she could, she would really wish to leave early.
Looking that Qing Feng had walked to come over, Yang Zhi Lan seamlessly swept
one glance at the palace maid who was always standing behind her, the palace maid
slowly retreated to go out.
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Walking to the front of the painting, Qing Feng slightly lifted her head, proudly
smiled, with a clear voice, she said: The meaning is actually very easy, the lotus
noble and virtuous is unflinching in righteousness, it will not be infringed in the
impurity of the secular world, it is precisely because of this quality, that the common
people are also jealous.
Very well spoken. Lou Su Xin praised and nodded her head, she really liked a
woman who was proud and arrogant!
The phrasing sound was continuous over there, Zhuo Qing was simply stretching her
waist lazily, the women in the ancient time were really not easy, the four arts, not a
single one was dispensable ah!
Standing on the side of the wooden stage, Zhuo Qing was sighing, while stroking
the lotus leaves conveniently, suddenly, Zhuo Qing felt something under her feet,
the side of her ears heard a sound of the breaking apart of the wood. She did not have
enough time to react either, the wooden stage was unexpectedly caved in and was
unstable, then Zhuo Qing fell into the lotus pond..
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Chapter 82: Hero To The Rescue
Imperial Study Room
On the long huge table, there were a high stack of reports, the celebration would
arrive soon, each ministry submitted more and more reports to the Emperor. He made
Su Ling to recover the stolen gold urgently like this, it was really an urgent need to
get the silver taels for the state treasury. Even if there was no gold yet, Qiong Yue
could also manage to do a prestige and large celebration, but if the treasury could
retrieve the stolen gold, it would be better.
Taking one of the reports with his hand to read through completely, Yan Hong Tian
finally looked towards Lou Xi Yan who was sitting on the side and sipping tea
leisurely, he, himself was busy to death, but he still had a carefree emotion. His
complexion was dark, Yan Hong Tian coldly groaned and said: How is the
preparation for the celebration?
Putting down the tea, Lou Xi Yan, faintly smiled, he ignored Yan Hong Tians cold
face, and unhurriedly answered: Very smooth, the Ministry of Revenue and
Ministry of Work has already assembled and prepared the necessary expenses for
the celebration properly, this years celebration will surely be even more magnificent
than the one from three years ago. But when each country diplomatic envoy gathers
at that time, the various regions merchants from prominent families will also enter
the capital city to make pilgrimage, the inside of the capital city will surely have a
mixed of people. Chen and the Ministry of Justice will negotiate to deploy the armed
forces quickly with the Ministry of War, in order to guarantee that there is nothing
wrong during that time.
Good, you will lead on this matter, ok! Make the preparation.
Lou Xi Yans matters were surely not sufficient enough, not enough chaos, looking
at his methodically arranged and composed appearance, Yan Hong Tian was angry
without any reason, even though he was always like this for so many years in the
past, it was all like this!
Yes. Lou Xi Yan flatly gave his consent, and he still had an appearance that he
would be able to handle any matter.
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Yan Hong Tian lightly frowned, he could not be this rejuvenated like this in the past,
could it be that one was in high spirits when one was involved in a happy situation?
Watching attentively at Lou Xi Yan, Yan Hong Tian conscientiously asked: You
really want to marry Qing Ling as your official wife, and do not intent to take any
concubine?
Lou Xi Yan clearly smiling, he nodded his head and answered: En.
She is worth it? Actually, sometimes it was not the womans problem, but it was
rather the problem of the balance in benefits (somebodys interest), there were many
women inside the harem, he did not even remember their appearances, but they
represented their own clans, and powers. Political marriage, strictly speaking, it was
not insignificant towards a mans official career!
For Qing Ling, Xi Yan was really willing to sacrifice this much?!
Lou Xi Yan understood his meaning, but he still only smiled faintly, tranquilly said:
I think it is worth it, definitely worth it.
For the past few days, he was always busy taming Qing Feng, that young wildcat,
inattentive, it appeared that he let Xi Yan in making the decisive opportunity related
to Qing Ling, he also missed a lot of good shows. Looking out the window, the warm
summer time, brightly colored decorations, Yan Hong Tians eyes flashed through
one trace of craftiness, smilingly said: In the Imperial garden today, there are the
talented and good looking women from the capital city, the virtuous, skilled and
fragrant of each familys daughter, do you want to choose another one?
Lou Xi Yan was gentle as before and he answered: Thanking the Emperor, Chen
does not need to choose another one.
Walking down from the dragon throne, Yan Hong Tian walked to the side of Lou Xi
Yan, he asked one more time: Really not going?
Slightly bowing to salute, Lou Xi Yan immediately said: Chen will send the
Emperor off respectfully.
Yan Hong Tian deliberately gave a pity face and shook his head, going outside
through the door, while he was clicking his tongue to sigh and say: Very well, ok,
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I hear that Ling-er also comes, Zhen has not seen her for quite a while, and rather
misses her.
Lou Xi Yans back was stiffed, he was so busy and had been leaving early and
returning late these past few days, he simply did not know what she was doing, did
she really come? If it was real Thinking a moment ago when Yan Hong Tians
eyes flashed through that #, (again you have to interpret LXYs thinking in this
moment. He was prob swearing at YHT for teasing him), Lou Xi Yan resigned to
his fate and lowly sighed, and followed Yan Hong Tians back, he said: Chen will
still accompany the Emperor to go along, ok.
Looking behind at Lou Xi Yan who was seldom following him obediently, Yan
Hong Tians mood was good and he laughed heartily, maybe letting Qing Ling to
have Lou Xi Yan was not a bad thing after all. He could tease and mock Xi Yan as
a bargaining chip, who made Xi Yan to seem able to handle any matter entirely with
ease, having this no worry appearance, a person really could not be that perfect!
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Ah. Lou Xi Wu who was sitting on the wooden front stage playing instrument
heard the sound of the wooden stage collapsed, she subconsciously shouted out,
when she lifted her head, she happened to see Qing Ling fell in the lotus pond.
Qing Ling!! Running several steps, Lou Xi Wu could not swim, also did not dare
to walk on that unstable wooden stage, she could only stand and anxiously stare by
the side of the lotus pond that was filled with the leaves, while she was shouting:
Help ah! Qing Ling, she fell into the lotus pond!
A group of women in the middle of the park also heard the sound of the collapse a
moment ago, when they came over to react, they just saw Lou Xi Wu was standing
at the front of the wooden stage, stretching her neck to stare at the lake front, her
anxious mouth was shouting.
Hearing her shouting, Qing Feng hurriedly looked towards the vicinity of the
wooden stage, Qing Lings reflection was nowhere to be found.
Elder sister! Her heart raised to her throat all of a sudden, Qing Feng pulled up her
skirt to run towards the lake. But her arms were pulled tightly by some people, as it
turned out, several palace maids who were standing by the side of the Empress
Dowager were holding her up at the same time. They pulled her and not letting her
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to walk a step, her mouth was still nervously and with deeply concern, she said:
Imperial concubine Qing, you have a ten thousand gold body, you need to be careful
with your health, you can not go ah!
Let go off my hands!! Qing Feng disregarded her life and struggled to get free,
unable to deal with the tearing pain on her arms, she was flustered and worry, it made
her who was always icily arrogant, but could not help to have tears in her eyes. There
was no wise and virtuous womans bearing anymore, only madly struggling to get
free and shouting: Get out of my way! My elder sister can not swim, you all let go
off my hands quickly! Let go off my hands!!
Yang Zhi Lans eyes flashed through a barely trace of sneer, it was best that she
could not swim, even if she could swim, it would be useless also! Pretending to get
angry and pointing at several palace eunuchs who were by her side, Yang Zhi Lan
shouted: What are you staring blankly for, quickly save the person ah!
Yes. Four palace eunuchs ran to the lakeside, immediately jumped into the pool.
Lou Su Xin slightly got angry and knitted her brows, how could a good wooden
stage collapse?! Looking that there were people who were already going down to
save the person, she did not say anything either. She simply sat coldly on the master
seat, looking at the flower pond in front of her.
Actually, after Zhuo Qing fell into the water, it was not anything that they were
imagining in fear, or being in danger, because she could swim. Moreover, when she
was attended school before, she was nevertheless a member of the school swimming
team, so besides the collapse of the wooden stage and the somewhat frenetic
situation outside, she was entirely not bad.
The worst part of the wooden stage collapsing was where her feet were standing at
that time, after she fell down, she went straight into the water until she was below
the wooden stage that was not falling down yet. The heavy skirt drenched heavier
afterwards, the top of the wooden board was pushing her down all along, she was
covered all over by the lotus leaves, it was very difficult for Zhuo Qing to swing her
arms.
She could hear Lou Xi Wu who was shouting for people to save her, she also wanted
to response that she was actually good, but to no avail as the circumstance was very
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messy, the water would pour in to her mouth, Zhuo Qing could only think of a way
to go out first.
Using her feet to maintain her balance, Zhuo Qing rapidly undid her belt to take off
the most outer layer of the skirt, she immediately felt a lot lighter. She kept moving
forwards all the way, groping things around her, suddenly, she did not know what
thing that her feet kicked, something stabbed her fiercely and she was in pain. She
clenched her teeth, pulled out the lotus leaves and narrowed her eyes to look, she
could faintly see the underwater stakes that were supporting the wooden stage.
Zhuo Qing pondered for a moment, deeply breathing, then she dived down. The view
from under the water was very poor, she could barely see the approximate size of
the wooden stake and it was very thick, she could only feel with her hands for the
other stakes. The fracture of the wooden stake was relatively smooth, while the
fracture of the log looked like a normal wood pierce with some wood splinters.
Holding for a long time, Zhuo Qing floated up and took one big breath, waiting until
she breathed smoothly afterwards, her expression was no longer looking relaxed like
before. These kind of wooden stakes were soaking inside the water all year round,
so it was not strange if they collapsed, but when she felt the fracture a moment ago,
she could say that when she felt it, it absolutely did not feel like the rotten and spongy
wood, how could it possible that they collapsed? Or the matter this time was actually
not an accident, it was rather a man made arrangement?!
Zhuo Qing still wanted to continue to look for the other wooden stakes, but she heard
a few voices not too far away, pulling out the lotus leaves to look out, there were
several people who were dressed up as the palace eunuchs went in the pond.
Zhuo Qing was thinking, she decided to drop the subject for the time being, her skirt
and her hair were twisting her feet frequently, this outfit was really not suitable for
diving. She should climb ashore first, ok, otherwise, Lou Xi Wu and Qing Feng must
be anxious for her.
Pushing aside the lotus leaves, Zhuo Qing slowly swam towards the outside, she
could reach the underneath wooden stage with great difficult, several of the palace
eunuchs also saw her.
Two of them swam towards her immediately, looking at them moving rather quickly,
their swimming abilities of these few people should not be to bad. Zhuo Qing barely
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wanted to say that she could swim, and she could advance on her own. Those two
people already arrived by her side, one person supported her arms, but, they did not
want to save her to climb ashore, rather- they pressed down her head, inside the
water.
The sudden turn of event, made Zhuo Qing not expecting at the situation, her hair
was pulled firmly, the slightly cold lake water was unrestrainedly on her eyes, ears,
mouth and nose. Choking severely, Zhuo Qings brain was exceptionally cleared
now, everything about today was a conspiracy, making her to perform was a
conspiracy, the wooden stage collapsing was a conspiracy, these people who came
to save her, they were actually the people who came to kill her and they were sent
by the person behind the scene, nothing more. And who was that person behind the
scene, no need to say and tell.
Darn it!
She did not want to die like this!
Zhuo Qing was treading the water with great effort, but these two peoples ability to
swim were excellent, their strengths were also big. Pressing her shoulder and head
with their hands like two iron metal pincers, they simply did not give her any
opportunity to come out of the water.
This would not do! Continuing like this, she would surely drown and die, Zhuo Qing
clenched her teeth, simply no longer treading in the water, lifting her feet up, one
left and one right towards both of the mens stomachs and ruthlessly kicked them.
She did not care where she kicked, then she raised her hands to grab their heads and
scratch them violently.
When they were grabbing Zhuo Qing, the two people did not think that she would
still resist, her fingernails were poking in their eyes for several times, noses, their
waists were also kicked painfully. Both of them were forced to free their hands to
capture Zhuo Qings waving hand, as a result, the strength to push down on Zhuo
Qing was reduced. Zhuo Qing stepped on their waists, exerting her strength to go
up, finally she could be out of the water surface, taking a few big breaths.
She had not recuperated her strength yet, the two people wrapped her around again,
Zhuo Qing wanted to call for help, but those two people stretched their hands
towards her arm. Having no other alternative, Zhuo Qing was forced to submerged
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into the water, at this time, she could vaguely hear Xi Wus anxious voice that came
through from a shore that was not too far away: Did you find the person?!
The dense of the lotus leaves was natural barrier, and with the partition of the fracture
wooden stage, the people on the ashore simply could not see what was happening in
the water. The lotus leaves made Zhuo Qing unable to move easily under the water,
in order to prevent being captured by the two people again, she could only go under
the water. And at a place not too far away, the palace eunuch who was in charge to
cover up went ashore and answered with a loud voice: There are many lotus leaves
under the water, we simply can not find the person!
The two palace eunuchs were pursuing her closely and not letting go, they could
clearly see that Zhuo Qing could swim, they started to be more cautious and more
fierce.
Once again being pressed down by them, Zhuo Qing exhausted to struggle free with
all her strength, she tried to call for help several times, but she was already pressed
down into the water. Her physical strength just could not endure it anymore, if no
one would discover it, then she would die unjustly inside the lotus pond today!
Drowning from being suffocated and choking the water made her heart and lung feel
like exploding and feeling unwell, she gradually felt that her body was more and
more exhausted, more and more powerless.
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Yan Hong Tians mood was very good, Lou Xi Yan also resumed his constant
unhurried way, both of them walked over to the direction of the Imperial garden,
looking from far away, this simply should be lively soft music, graceful dance, poem
incantation, the elegant and unbounded style of the Imperial garden. However, there
was a lot chaos at this moment, he could only see that a group of people were
completely surrounded the side of the lotus pond, not knowing what was going on,
Yan Hong Tian said to Gao Jin: Go to take a look, why is there so much chaos over
there?
Yes. Gao Jin accepted the order, and run towards the lotus pond.
Yan Hong Tian and Lou Xi Yan looked one glance, even though they did not say
anything, but the two peoples feet clearly walked a lot faster.
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Entering the Imperial garden, Gao Jin who made a discreet inquiry, also came back,
Yan Hong Tian asked: What is the matter?
Gao Jin was hesitated, seamlessly looked one glance at Lou Xi Yan, then cautiously
and solemnly answered: Answering the Emperor, the wooden stage in front of the
lotus pond was collapsed suddenly, Miss Qing Ling was showing her painting skill
at that time, incautiously fell into the water, they were.. saving the person now.
Gao Jins words had not finished yet, Lou Xi Yan already ran madly towards the
lotus pond.
Xi Yan! Yan Hong Tian was staring at Lou Xi Yans back, he was surprised and
unable to describe his impression at the moment, Xi Yan did not even wait to hear
until the words were completely spoken, he just ran madly regardless of his image.
He knew him for over 20 years, when did he ever lose his cool like this?!
Lou Xi Yan ran to the Imperial garden courtyard, many people heard the sound of
his footsteps, so they turned around to see one by one, seeing Lou Xi Yan, a lot of
the women made their salutations one by one. Lou Su Xins face was surprised, and
she asked: Xi Yan, why did you come? This was the Imperial garden courtyard,
the courtyard of the Emperors harem, he was a state official, he should not appear
on his own here.
Lowly panting, Lou Xi Yan did not answer her question yet, simply speaking
irritably and he asked: Where is she?
Lou Su Xin was startled, she rarely saw Xi Yan looking ugly like this, even more
with the provoking manner like this. Recovering, her mind was not pleased, Lou Su
Xin coldly answered: Still in the water, already send people to go down to save
her..
Her words had not finished yet, not caring how other people would look at him, Lou
Xi Yan ran all the way to the side of the lotus pond. Lou Xi Wu who had been
panicking for a long time, saw him, she immediately cried out: Elder brother, what
to do, Qing Ling fell down for almost half of an incense stick (about 15 min), they
still have not found her!!
She had been in the water for half of an incense stick time and still had not come
out, he was afraid that this would be a disaster for Qing-er, his heart was jumping
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hysterically and almost to his extreme stage. Lou Xi Yans expression was dark,
pushing away Lou Xi Wu who was crying on his bosom, he went directly towards
the lotus pond.
Lou Xi Wu looked at Lou Xi Yan who was unexpectedly jumping on the almost
falling wooden stage, hovering around the unstable wooden stage, and without
hesitation, he jumped into the lotus pond, she was losing her head out of fear, and in
panicked, she screamed: Elder brother!
At this time, another dark silhouette also jumped closely along with Lou Xi Yan,
that was- Mo Bai.
Xi Yan! Lou Su Xin who was always sitting steadily on the master seat, startled
and stood up from the chair, confusingly pointing a finger at the Imperial guards on
the side, and she roared with a loud voice: Somebody comes, hurry, hurry, hurry,
go down into the water to save the person! You must protect Prime Minister Lou
properly!
Because of the struggling, her whole body was already purple, her tears had already
ran dry for a long time, Qing Feng coldly looked at the chaos in the courtyard. Lou
Su Xin was yelling, the Imperial bodyguards were flustered and every one was
striving to be the first to jump into the lotus pond.
Her hand was tightly pulled into a fist, she really hated!! She was wailing to request
them to save her elder sister a moment ago, how cold and detached they were at that
time, how they turned a blind eye!
Could it be that Lou Xi Yans life was a life, her elder sisters was not a life?!
Could it be that the lives of a noble and lowly person would follow the definition of
these powerful and influential people?!
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Chapter 83: Xi Yans Rage
In the lotus pond at this moment, a group of the Imperial bodyguards were jumping
down, there were people within the lotus leaves, with some chaos, they were
swimming to get to Lou Xi Yans side, there was simply no one who seriously
wanted to save the person.
Yan Hong Tian also walked to the side of the lotus pond, when he was still far away,
he already saw Lou Xi Yan jumped into the lake, he was not surprise by this at all,
since Xi Yan would be flustered and lost his control because of Qing Ling. He
already anticipated that he would go into the water to save the person earlier, but
from the beginning, he did not anticipate that Xi Yan would really care about Qing
Ling this serious.
Long live, long live, long long live, the Emperor. When everyone saw Yan Hong
Tian by the lotus pond, they finally recovered, hurriedly made their salutations,
everybody besides the anxious looking Lou Su Xin and Yang Zhi Lan, the icily
arrogant Qing Feng and the panic looking Lou Xi Wu.
Not having any mood to deal with them, Yan Hong Tian waved his hand and
answered: Everyone can be excused to give courtesy, everybody can withdraw, ok.
Besides the Empress Dowagers and several Imperial concubines, the other familys
young ladies, the madams, they all left the Imperial garden.
Gao Jin, announce the Imperial physician! This was already a very long time, they
had not spread any news if they found the person from the lotus pond, if Qing Ling
was in the water, she should already been drowned by now. Xi Yan cared about her
so much, if he found the corpse, he was afraid that he
Yes. Gao Jin went to accept the order, hurriedly to go to the Imperial physicians
courtyard, looking at the Emperor and Prime Minister Lous attitudes towards Miss
Qing Ling, if she was not rescued alive, he did not know how many people would
be implicated by this.
Qing Fengs face was filled with tear stains, and those beautiful pair of eyes were
flowing, hardly concealing the despair and hatred, those pair of eyes that were
always filled with hatred, were precisely the reason why she seemed to start to get
his attention. She just looked like a small beast, it seemed that as long as she was
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given an opportunity, she would surely pounce forward and bite, he liked to tame
this kind of house pet.
Looking at the marks that she got struggling to get free on her raised sleeve, her
wrists were entirely covered with purple bruises, Yan Hong Tian unconsciously
wrinkled his eyebrows, he waved his hand towards the palace maids who were
clutching her, with a cold sound, he said: Let go off her.
The palace maids did not dare to disobey, hurriedly released her hands.
Once they relinquished their grips, Qing Feng just wanted to rush towards the
shuddered wooden stage, unfortunately, once she barely lifted her feet, her waist was
immediately covered by a pair of powerful big hands to stop her. At the same time,
an overbearing voice echoed on the side of her ear: Too many people may not be
able to rescue Qing Ling, it will be useless for you to go either, wait here obediently.
Qing Feng firmly glared her eyes at this nasty man, her feet ferociously stepped on
the top of his feet, unfortunately, Yan Hong Tian did not seem to feel anything,
simply held her waist tighter with his hands, she was almost unable to breath easily.
Ling-er! After jumping into the lake, Lou Xi Yan just knew, the situation in the
water surface was expected to be more complicated, there were wide and large lotus
leaves all around. Let alone finding someone, he could not even see the situation
near him. But because the pond was filled with the lotus leaves, Lou Xi Yan had a
little hope, even if Qing-er was in the water, grabbing the lotus leaves could make
her support herself for a moment, then she might not drown!
Ling-er!! Shouting with a louder voice to call her name again, Lou Xi Yan hoped
that she could hear, and gave him a response.
Unfortunately, there were a group of Imperial bodyguards who jumped down the
lake to come over, surrounding by their clamors and having no other choice, Lou Xi
Yan could only shout with a loud voice: All of you dive into the bottom of the lake
to find her, hurry!
Yes. The majority of the Imperial bodyguards obeyed the order and submerged
into the water, unfortunately, the lotus leaves sheltered the sunshine, there were a lot
of lotus flower stems that blocked the view in the underwater, basically, they were
not able to see anything within half a zhang (one zhang is 3.3 meter).
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Several distance from Lou Xi Yans closer Imperial bodyguards, some were
gathering around to come up at the same time, one of them said solicitously: Prime
Minister Lou, they will surely look for Miss Qing Ling with all their strengths, please
climb ashore first, ok, this water is very cold, it will injure your health
Get lost. Every minute and every second it passed, Lou Xi Yans heart got more
and more panicky, he had never before flustered like this until he could not act on
his own feeling, he could feel that she was by his side, but he just could not find her.
Being powerless, impatient, and frightened already made him to lose his normal self
cultivation. He only wanted to find her quickly now, and to take her out of this cold
water lake pond.
Mo Bai already swam to his side, Lou Xi Yan grabbed Mo Bais shoulder, urgently
said: Mo Bai, where is she?
Lou Xi Yan who always had white complexion, seemed to look even more deathly
pale now, Mo Bai had never seen the panic looking expression from his eyes. The
master whom he remembered, was no matter what matter he ran into, he would be
calm and unhurried. Qing Ling was very important in his mind, this could be
considered as the best confirmation.
Mo Bai lightly closed his clear eyes, thinking deeply for a moment, Lou Xi Yan
could already feel that the shift of the river was occurring by his side, Mo Bai had a
special ability, he started knowing this from the time that Mo Bai was following him
by his side. In normal times, he would not wish for Mo Bai to show his capability in
controlling the water and wind, the color of his clear eyes already made him unable
to blend with ordinary people. If his ability was exposed, the common people would
even more considered him as a monster, but at this moment, he was so glad that he
sheltered him. If Mo Bai could not find Qing-er, nobody would be able to find her.
A moment afterwards, Mo Bai finally opened his clear eyes up, the original azure
color eyes changed into lighter colors now, almost like white color, it flashed
through a blue ray light from time to time, it was somewhat frightening to see.
Fortunately, the lotus leaves separated from the other peoples line of sights, Mo Bai
pointed towards the front left side and said: Over there.
Finished speaking, Mo Bai already submerged into the lake, Lou Xi Yan hurriedly
pointed to the direction where he was swimming. Pushing aside layer upon layer of
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lotus leaves, Lou Xi Yan could see from a distant place two people who were
wearing the palace eunuchs clothes. They were in the middle of pushing something
inside the water incessantly, the sound of gurgling water when they slapped the water
was very clear.
This direction was exactly the direction that Mo Bai pointed out, Lou Xi Yan was
alarmed, immediately shouted with a loud voice: What are you people doing?
Because Zhuo Qing was going underwater all along, they were also struggling all
along, and already swam too far from the ashore area. The two people did not think
that layer upon layer of lotus leaves would be separated down, and there was
someone who discovered them. Hearing the low roar, both of them were stumped
for words, their hands were grabbing the woman who already fainted, no longer
resisted. The two of them looked one glance at each other, then letting Zhuo Qings
shoulder go at the same time. Feeling that the woman was slowly going down, the
two people secretly relaxed, then turned around towards Lou Xi Yans overcast eyes.
The two people were just about to reply, but they suffered an extremely powerful
stream from under the water that was rushing forth and went up, one white
transparent with blue eyes male split up the water to come out. And on his hands, he
was carrying the woman whom they just threw under the water a moment ago.
The two palace eunuchs did not dare to believe and open their big eyes, was he a
man? How could it possible that he would be wordless and uncommunicative like
this to appear from under the water, moreover, he unexpectedly just happened to
save the woman whom they pressed down into the water.
Lou Xi Yan already forged ahead to come over, the two people hurriedly put away
their fear expressions (the actual idiom was losing ones head out of fear), pretending
to be calm and say: This person.. detected a sound call for help from this side a
moment ago, rushing to come over but we were not able to see any reflection of the
person.
The first time they saw Zhuo Qings frightened expression, Lou Xi Yan already took
in the whole scene at once (he already knew what was going on), but at this moment,
he did not have any mood to bother about them. Meeting forward to take Zhuo Qing
who already lost consciousness from Mo Bais bosom, closely embracing her waists
and putting her on his bosom, but his heart did not have any calmness, instead, he
had a greater fear surrounded him. The present Zhuo Qing, her body was colder than
the cold lake water, her eyes were tightly closed, her teeth were closed firmly, the
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original rosy lips appeared to be dark black like a black purple because of the long
suffocation.
Ling-er! Wake up, wake up! Ling-er, can you hear me speak? Slapping her cheeks,
Zhuo Qing did not have any response, Lou Xi Yans expression was dark, he spoke
to Mo Bai who was behind him: Arrest them to go ashore.
Finished speaking, Lou Xi Yan was supporting Zhuo Qings shoulder, carrying her
to the shore.
Returning to the shore, Lou Xi Yan was holding Zhuo Qings body to climb up. Lou
Xi Wu who was standing at the shore, hurriedly ran forward, and holding Zhuo
Qings hand to pull her up.
Seeing that Lou Xi Yan found her, Qing Feng seemed as if she tried to struggle to
get free one more time, Yan Hong Tian did not make things difficult for her this
time, and let go off her hand quickly.
Qing Feng rushed to the shore, and together with Lou Xi Wu, were pulling Zhuo
Qing up to the shore, but seeing Zhuo Qings black purple lips and a very pale face,
Lou Xi Wu was immediately scared and she dropped to sit on the side. Qing Feng
was closely holding her sister whose body was ice cold, incessantly crying out and
yelling: Elder sister, elder sister, wake up, wake up!
She already lost her mother and father, she could not lose her elder sister again ah!
Lou Xi Yan was also on the shore at this moment, Lou Su Xin who was always
waiting anxiously on the shore immediately met him up, the momo who was behind
her was holding two thick blankets on her hands. Lou Su Xin took the blankets,
lovingly draped the blankets on his shoulder, urgently said: Xi Yan, hurry drape it
on, do not catch a cold!
Zhuo Qing who was laying down on the ground at this time was only wearing a
simple clothing and thin skirt, she was drenched all over, her whole clothes sticked
on her body. Her cold bodys temperature stabbed Qing Fengs heart of pain, secretly
clenching her teeth, Qing Feng pulled open her belt. Just about to take off her own
clothes to cover her elder sister, the similar cold ice hand grabbed her wrist at the
same time, Qing Feng raised her head. Lou Xi Yan already held Zhuo Qing tenderly,
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and used the blanket on his own body to cover her, he threw one on the ground and
used the other one to cover her body.
Imperial physician. Lou Xi Yan shouted with a cold voice.
Four Imperial physicians were running to come over at the same time, one took her
pulse, one pressed her abdomen, they were unable to guard against the male and
female rule at this time. When Gao gonggong came, he especially communicated
that the one who fell into the water was Prime Minister Lous madam. If there was
any little mishap, they might not be able to maintain their own lives!
Standing next to Qing Ling to observe, Qing Feng gratefully looked one glance at
the always cultured and refined man, but whose complexion was gloomy, cold and
fearful at this moment. It was him who rescued elder sister, elder sister did not pick
a wrong person. She would think of a way to return this feeling to him, as far as
those who owed them, she would asked it back little by little one day (this sentence
might not be cleared enough. QF just thought that she would remember that LXY
saved her sister in the future and she would somehow take revenge on those evil
people in the future)!
Lou Su Xins face was stiff, but she did not say anything either, the momo who was
behind her cleverly brought another blanket again. Lou Su Xin did not put it on Lou
Xi Yans shoulder personally this time, it was rather that she sent an expression to
the momo, the momo handed over the blanket on her hand in front of Lou Xi Yans
face respectfully.
Lou Xi Yans face was expressionless and took the blanket to wipe dry the water
from his face and body, then plainly returned the blanket back to the momo. Lou Su
Xins complexion was even uglier.
Mo Bai forced the two palace eunuchs to the shore at this time, Lou Xi Yan walked
to the shore, when he was next to Mo Bai, he said some words to Mo Bais ear softly,
Mo Bai clearly understood and nodded his head. Then he submerged into the water
again, nobody understood what he was trying to do, except for Yang Zhi Lans
complexion that changed slightly at this moment.
Everyone was nervous waiting for the outcome of the Imperial physicians medical
treatment, after all, Zhuo Qings complexion really scared people, at this moment,
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Lou Xi Yans voice that was so cold it could freeze people, suddenly said: Someone
comes, take those two people to prison.
All of the Imperial armies stared blankly, inside the palace, only the Emperor could
command them whom to arrest, they did not need to pay attention to other people,
but Prime Minister Lou was the one who gave the order today. This made them to
feel awkward, carefully looking one glance at the Emperor, the Emperors face did
not change, merely nodded his head lightly. The Imperial armies immediately
understood, four people rushed to step forward, and arrested the two palace eunuchs.
Yang Zhi Lans heart jumped out, could it be that Lou Xi Yan saw any mistake?!
Calmly stepping forward one step, Yang Zhi Lan pretended not to understand and
asked: Xi Yan, what are you doing? Even though they did not do their best to
rescue, they should not go to jail for their sins either, right.
Not doing their best to rescue? His phoenixs eyes slightly narrowed, hardly
concealing his cold stare, Lou Xi Yan answered with a cold voice: Chen saw it, it
was actually an attempted murder!
Having never seen this kind of Lou Xi Yan, first time knowing, the cold ray from
his eyes was unexpectedly made people to tremble with fear, Yang Zhi Lan deeply
breathing, forced a smile and said: This was impossible, ok!
Turning her head to look towards the two palace eunuchs, Yang Zhi Lan deliberately
chided with a loud voice: Dog slaves, what was going on after all?
The two people hurriedly kneeled down, one person started talking soon afterward
to state the injustice: These slaves were accused wrongly ah, too many lotus leaves
under the water, we were looking for a long time but did not find Miss Qing. With
great difficulty, we found her, but Miss Qing was already drowned and fainted, these
slaves supported Miss with our hands. When Prime Minister Lou rushed to come
over at that time, he believed that these slaves harmed Miss Qing, these slaves
absolutely did not injure Miss intentionally!!
Yang Zhi Lan secretly relaxed, these two people were worthy to be her trained
followers, in term of handling the matter, it could be regarded as appropriate.
Recovering, and showing tenderness to look at the Imperial physicians who were
still giving medical treatment to Zhuo Qing, Yang Zhi Lan sighed and said: So it
turned out to be like this, Aijia could understand Xi Yans impatient mood to rescue
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the person, this accident was extremely unexpected, nobody would wish to see it,
fortunately, Ling-er was also rescued now.
Lou Xi Yans uncharacteristically did not take advantage of the silent, he was rather
look towards Yang Zhi Lan directly, he answered with a cold voice: The meaning
of the Empress Dowager was that Chen misjudged? Chen is not yet slow-witted that
I can not see clearly the situation when one is trying to save or murder someone!
Yang Zhi Lan stared blankly, she did not anticipate that Lou Xi Yan unexpectedly
would contradict her words, she was speechless for a while, but Lou Xi Yan did not
intend on dropping this subject. The moment that Mo Bai supported Qing-er out of
the water, his heart almost stopped pulsing, and he even did not dare to go and look
at her who was laying down on the floor and not making any sound at the moment.
But he did not want to admit it either, simply waiting for the Imperial physicians to
give medical treatments this time, it would be enough to make him crazy.
Being in fear and distressed, made Lou Xi Yan who was rarely exploded for the past
many years to be in rage, and at this moment, he did not want to restrain himself, his
gaze swept pass the slanting wooden stage. Lou Xi Yans anger flamed up and
straightforwardly turned towards the East and West Empress Dowagers who were
aloof, he said: The palace held a banquet, it should guarantee their safety, the
wooden stage collapsed without a reason, and someone already fell in the lotus pond.
The courtyard was packed with the Imperial bodyguards and maids, unexpectedly,
there were only four people who went into the water to rescue the person, this lotus
pond was so big, why did you all not add the manpower to help out? Whether or not
Chen could think that this was a deliberate murder scheme?
Impudent! Lou Su Xins complexion was extremely ugly, the well maintained face
became all wrinkled because of anger now, with a stern voice, she berated: Lou Xi
Yan, this is an internal matter in the palace, you are an external official, how dare
you to intervene. Perhaps, this matter is simply an accident, even if there is really
someone who has an ulterior motive, the Yuan family can investigate this clearly on
their own. You speak so rudely like this, and acting on your owns initiative,
becoming an obstacle!
He simply went against her, because of one woman, he lost his elegant demeanor
like this, he really disappointed her very much!!
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Lou Xi Yan immediately swept past her, looked towards the person who was
standing aside silently all along, the mysterious Yan Hong Tian, with a clear sound,
he pressed on forward and asked: Daring to ask the Emperor, Chens wife has had
an accident in the palace, the life or death is still unpredictable, whether or not Chen
can have the privilege to investigate the person who is responsible for this?
Yan Hong Tian solemnly nodded his head, earnestly answered: You can. It was
very rare that Xi Yan showed his anger for the first time, he wanted to support him
more just now.
Lou Su Xins angry face changed from blue to white, very well ah! They joined
forces to go against her! She wanted to take a look today, she always put this good
nephew in her heart and loved him dearly, how did he want to lay out the blame on
her. Arrogantly lifting her head, Lou Su Xin coldly groaned and said: Fine, you
want to investigate who the responsible person is, is Aijia responsible for it? Or who
has pushed your wife into the pond?
Yang Zhi Lan lowly smiled, hurriedly helped to resolve the dispute by saying: Xi
Yan, this is simply an accident, there is no one who will deliberately want to harm
Ling-er, do not provoke your aunt to be angry like this.
Lou Xi Yans cold eyes slightly raised, looked towards Yang Zhi Lan who had a
loving face, with a cold voice, he forced to ask: What do you do if this is not an
accident?
Yang Zhi Lans heart was suddenly tightened, todays Lou Xi Yan changed into
someone elses, she always felt that Lou Xi Yan somewhat knew something, but
how could this possible, he just barely rushed over, nothing more. Just when she was
anxious and frightened, Mo Bai who submerged into the water for a long time,
finally floated up, he was holding a bunch of ropes on his hands. Throwing away the
ropes on the shore, Mo Bai immediately crawled up, the pale skin, sky blue eyes
color, made him to become everyones focus immediately, there was still some low
whisper sounds from time to time.
Mo Bais cold face did not have any expression, directly walked towards Lou Xi
Yan, Mo Bai said with a low voice: Master, the wooden stage had a total of twelve
stakes under the water, every stake was deliberately cut off for more than half a
notch, moreover, the gap of every stump was connected with the rope. The vicinity
where Madam fell down had two pillars that were already fractured, at that time
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when the rope was pulled to break the wooden stake, the rope should already been
taken away, the rest of the ropes were still there at the moment. No matter where
Madam would stand at that time, the wooden stage under her feet would collapse.
His voice was not loud, but once he stopped talking, the shore became quiet at first,
then there were rustling noises afterwards.
So is there anybody who says that this is an accident now? Lou Xi Yan collected
the ropes that were on the ground, it appeared that his eagle sharp and fierce phoenix
eyes swept pass everyone, one could not see what he was thinking, and one did not
dare to answer him either.
Yang Zhi Lan secretly cursed, darn it! Originally, they could just take and pull the
whole wooden stage to collapse, then took back the ropes, but this way, it would not
look like an accident from the worn down by years of non repair. She originally
planned to drawn Qing Ling to die afterwards, the palace eunuchs who went down
into the water to save the person had to fasten up the ropes again before they left,
there would be no evidence in this way. Top secret, but one could only calculate, she
did not figure that Lou Xi Yan would come unexpectedly either, and jumped into
the water, she did not anticipate his intelligent in this way even more, he immediately
made people to check up the wooden stakes in the water, it seemed that she would
have to find a scapegoat this time and it would be alright!
Taking advantage of everyone who was still surprise, Yang Zhi Lan was already in
anger and she said: Ridiculous, this kind of matter could happen in the palace
unexpectedly, elder sister, this time we surely have to investigate this properly until
the truth comes to light!
Lou Su Xins brows knitted once again, unexpectedly, it was really not an accident,
even so, she felt that her own authority was challenged, so her complexion was still
not pleased.
How could Lou Xi Yan make this matter to become the investigation case of the
inner palace on their own, then they would just find a scapegoat to settle the matter
as their wishes. Looking towards Yan Hong Tian, Lou Xi Yan said with a cold voice:
Chen thinks even if this matter has happened in the inner palace, but there are many
family influential young ladies on the scene, the prestigious house afterwards.
Todays palace banquet is to choose the candidates who will perform at Qiong Yues
celebration, this case relates to the celebration, and no longer relates to the matter in
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the inner palace, it should be handed over to the Ministry of Justice to hear the case
and simply must not trouble both of the Empress Dowagers!
Granted. Yan Hong Tian had already felt faintly that this matter was odd, if he did
not agree to hand over the investigation to the Ministry of Justice, he was afraid that
Xi Yan would absolutely not drop the subject from then on!
Somebody comes, take and imprison these four people in the Imperial prison.
Imperial army, seal off the Imperial garden, this case will be handed over to the
Ministry of Justice to hear.
Yes.
Ou.. (Vomiting sound). The person who was laying on the ground finally
reacted, a mouthful of water was spit out, Zhuo Qing was coughing fiercely. Looking
that she finally moved, Qing Fengs tears flew out of her eyes helplessly, but this
time was because of happiness: Elder sister!
Lou Xi Yan heard the coughing sound, and rushed over hurriedly to come, half
kneeling by her side, closely pulling her hand, Lou Xi Yan urgently said: Ling-er!
You can hear me speaking, right? He was anxious for her to be sure, to be sure that
she was still alive!
Zhuo Qings consciousness was still vague, her chest was painfully hurt, she was
unable to breathe, it felt like some thing was pressing on her. She wanted to open
her eyes, but she was helpless either, vaguely, she could hear a clamoring sound
around her, but it sounded like a buzzing sound. Carefully hearing, she seemed to
hear Lou Xi Yans voice, but it also did not seem like it was his voice. He was always
gentle and soft when he talked, it was not like this loud roar and loud shouting, her
brain was still muddled, but she was unconsciously nodded her head.
Looking at her nodding her head weakly, Lou Xi Yans worry in his heart could be
put down finally, holding her in his bosom, Lou Xi Yan asked: How is she now?
Qing Ling had already woken up, the Imperial physicians were the happiest, their
lives were saved at last.
Even though Miss Qing has drowned for a long time, but she has finally woken up
and will slowly recuperate. But there is still a possibility that the mucus on the throat
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will warmup to obstruct her lung, maybe from the outside cold but we have wait for
the root that causes the trouble. She will need a lot of conditionings and has to take
good care of her health.
Using the two blankets to closely wrapped Zhuo Qings body, Lou Xi Yan said to
the Imperial physicians on the side: You will need to write out several prescriptions,
take the medicine and herbs to the Prime Ministers manor.
Yes.
Yang Zhi Lan came up, looked one glance at Lou Xi Yans bosom where Zhuo Qing
was still unconscious, distressingly said: Xi Yan ah, Ling-er is still unconscious
now, it is inappropriate for her to travel and be tired, it is better to let her stay and
rest at the Xi Xia palace properly, wait until she wakes up, and nurses her body a
little, will this be better than taking her back to the manor?
Qing Ling unexpectedly did not die, if she woke up and said that the palace eunuchs
made her drown, that would be troublesome, if she could make her to stay to see
what she said when she was awoken, then she could decide how to handle the stuff
and whether or not not to use those people who did not do their best the first time
around.
Holding her waist and getting up, Lou Xi Yan coldly answered: No need. Xi Wu,
go.
He would not let Qing-er taking any risk, this would be the last time, and also the
only time!
Oh. Lou Xi Wu stared blankly and followed Lou Xi Yans back, her head did not
dare to turn around, she was scared to death!! Their aunts complexion was
frightfully black a moment ago, but she still wanted to say, elder brother was
extremely. extremely cool today!
She could already see that Qing Ling was set to be her sister in law, but elder brother
burst with rage this time, she estimated that their aunt would be insanely mad also,
she must not enter the Imperial palace to act as a good cannon fodder these days.
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Chapter 84: Panic Throughout The City
Zhai Xing Pavilion
The sun shined brightly outside the window, Zhuo was lying on the bed, not knowing
her own mood at the moment, what she should use to describe it!
At the bedside, Lou Xi Yan softly blew the decoction of herbs medicine inside the
spoon, when he was sure that it was not hot, only then he sent it over to her mouth.
His clear and glossy eyes were looking dotingly at her, this time, she would want to
drink even poison, right! Zhuo Qings heart was crying piteously, but she still
opened her mouth, and shallowed down that herbs medicine on the spoon.
She knew that Lou Xi Yan was really good to her, he was feeding her to drink the
medicine one spoon at a time, moreover, they said that he asked the Imperial
physician to concoct a special herbs so it was not too bitter, but Zhuo Qing who used
to eat western medicine still became frantic. Even though she really wanted to
continue enjoying his great care in feeding her, but this medicine was really
extremely unpleasant to drink! When Lou Xi Yan gave her another spoon in front of
her again, Zhuo Qing immediately took the medicine bowl from his hand, and
finished drinking it in a mouthful!
Even though it was somewhat hot, and also bitter, but it was better to just get it over
with, rather than prolonging her agony! Zhuo Qing poured down a couple big cups
of water afterwards, to push down the foul taste in her mouth. Lou Xi Yan was
laughing helplessly looking at her, Zhuo Qing pretended not to see it, she asked:
Are you not busy these days? How do you have time to stay at home all day long?
She was lying down at home for three to four days, although he did not keep her
company all the time, but the time when she had to drink the medicine three times a
day, he would show up, she did not even have any chance to get rid of the medicine.
Lou Xi Yan took the medicine bowl, and put it one the short table, perfunctorily
answered: Sick leave.
Sick leave? Zhuo Qing laughed, but she did not question closely either, but she was
rather in high spirit and asking: I heard that you waged a war with the East and
West Empress Dowagers at the Imperial garden on that day? How unfortunate that I
did not see your violent rage look.
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Xi Wu came over to look after her for the past few days, speaking with radiant and
delight that Lou Xi Yan was very heroic that day, very cool, she simply exaggerated
the fight like it was with a group of look alike devils. Even though she did not dare
to believe Lou Xi Wus words entirely, but she probably knew, that Lou Xi Yan was
surely angry that day, moreover, his anger was not small either.
Lou Xi Yan was somewhat between laughter and tear: You want to see?
Zhuo Qing was still nodding her head, laughing heartily, she said: As long as it is
not to me, I am really interested to see it quickly. Who made Lou Xi Wu to speak
so wonderfully like that! It made her curious endlessly.
Lou Xi Yan immediately ignored her words, nevertheless, he pulled up the thin quilt,
and helped to cover her properly, with a soft voice, he said: Lie down again and go
to sleep.
Even though it was midsummer, she was really not this weak! Zhuo Qing shook her
head, while throwing the quilt to the inside of the bed, she answered: It has already
been a good several days, I am also a medical expertise, my health does not have
any peculiar reaction, so it should not have any lingering repercussion from the
drowning, you can feel relieved.
She had cooperated with the medical treatments for the past few days, merely
because she, herself also knew that drowning could very easily induce bronchitis
afterwards, pneumonia, and so on. But it was already many days like this now, she
felt that her own body was already in a stable condition, she certainly did not want
to be trapped on the bed!
Her forehead really revealed a thin layer of sweats, Lou Xi Yan did not force her any
longer, If the Empress Dowager gives an Imperial decree to make you enter the
palace again these days, you do not need to pay attention to it.
Zhuo Qing lightly knitted her eyebrows, smilingly said: As a matter of fact, is this
not regarded as resisting the Imperial decree, not respecting it?
Before we get married, you possess a serious illness, can not go down from the bed,
naturally can not enter the palace. Lou Xi Yan deliberately aggravated serious
illness, this two words.
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Zhuo Qing understandingly smiled: Understood! She naturally did not wish to
enter the Imperial palace, after the matter this time, she estimated to see that two old
women again, it would be hard to have a calm attitude, not seeing them would be the
best.
Remembering when Lou Xi Wu was talking to her, when she fell into the water,
Qing Feng was crying until her eyes were swollen, Zhuo Qing hurriedly said: Can
you send a message to Qing Feng, telling her that I am fine, I am afraid that she will
be anxious. Even though she did not have any sisters feeling with Qing Feng, but
Qing Feng was really sincere to her. She was still touched, since she occupied this
body, she would consider Qing Feng as her own close relative, ok.
You can be at ease, I have already sent a message to her. There was chaos on that
day at the side of the lotus pond, he was anxious incessantly, but Qing Fengs hateful
eyes, he would never ignore it. He had this feeling that this woman, would definitely
not going to accept anybodys bullying and humiliation. That place in the harem,
with her kind of temperament, she would not step on anybodys feet, then she would
get bully until she was completely covered with cuts and bruises, both circumstances
were not good situations.
Zhuo Qing did not know Lou Xi Yans mind, and she was concerned with another
problem: Based on the investigation, who wanted to kill me?
Lou Xi Yan stared blankly: You knew? He always thought that she could not
swim, after she fell into the water, it was a chaotic situation, as it turned out, she
knew it.
Zhuo Qing nodded her head, remembering her struggle in the water on that day, her
complexion became somewhat cold: Actually, I can swim, I have also looked at the
wooden stakes under the water. The cause of the collapse was absolutely not because
of the worn down by years of non repair, moreover, the cause of my drowning was
because I was pressed down under the water. This was enough for me to make a
determination that it was an intentional homicide, I think that the murderer is her,
but I have no evidence.
I can not be sure whether or not it is her at the present time, but I will not drop this
matter at this point, you rest properly, and do not be anxious again. Hearing what
she said, that she was drowned because she was pressed down under the water, Lou
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Xi Yans heart was tightened once again, she must be frightened and felt helpless at
that time! Taking Zhuo Qing lightly and holding her in his bosom, he was caressing
her hair gently, he was comforting her, but at the same time, he was comforting
himself. He did not even dare to imagine, if he did not go to the Imperial garden on
that day, or did not have Mo Bai by his side, what was the consequence? He would
lose her forever, unaware that his hands were tightened up slowly, only her warm
body temperature could make his heart to be calmed and quiet now.
Being in Lou Xi Yans bosom suddenly, Zhuo Qing stared blankly at first, when she
sensed that his hands were tighter and tighter, she knew that he was still distressed
because of her. Her face lightly leaned against his shoulder, Zhuo Qing stretched her
hands, closely hugging him back, she said softly in his ear: I am alright, really.
Her soft voice actually appeased his heart, he wished to be able to protect her in his
bosom continuously like this, but it was impossible. Merely seeing her soft hair, Lou
Xi Yan lowly sighed and said: Let Mo Bai protect you in secret in the future, ok?
No. Zhuo Qing sat up suddenly, immediately rejected the offer.
Lou Xi Yan knew that she liked to have freedom, did not like to be restricted by
anybody, but he did not anticipate that she would be this determined. Lightly
caressing her cheek, Lou Xi Yan softly coaxed and explained: He will not hinder
or prevent you to do anything, you can go to any place, he will simply protect your
safety.
Zhuo Qing was smiling, and she answered: I am not talking about this, he is your
personal imperial bodyguard, I will feel relatively relieved if he is protecting you,
you are the Prime Minister, there will be many more dangers on your side. If you are
worry about me, you can look for another person to protect me, ok, anybody can.
Lou Xi Yan cared and loved her dearly, she knew it, but she was not a porcelain doll,
one bump and she would break into pieces, the matter at the lotus pond was her
negligent. As a modern person, she had not changed the way she was thinking, and
did not understand what the women in the harem were thinking. But she understood
it now, and she would keep this moment in her heart.
Qing-er, that kind of frightening from the last time, the first time was already
enough. I will not be able to endure it a second time, I already have many people
who can protect me by my side, I do not normally use Mo Bai either. I can not keep
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you company at all times, but I will be anxious at all times because of you. If Mo
Bai is following by your side, I will have a peaceful mind, promise me, ok?
His hands on her waist were tightened up again, both of them tightly embracing each
other, Zhuo Qing could feel his heartbeats, compared to the first time, it was quicker.
Zhuo Qing wanted to refuse again but she swallowed her words, smilingly said:
Ok.
He was really thin, did not have a strong and muscular figure, but she felt very safe.
Softly closing her eyes to enjoy his embrace, Zhuo Qing suddenly thought of
something, she opened her eyes and said urgently: I have one request, it is very
important!
Lou Xi Yan slightly stared blankly, and asked: What is it?
Can I choose the wedding dress and the design of the phoenix crown? She was
wearing three layers of skirts on that day and she was nearly unable to breathe. Lou
Xi Wu said that the wedding dress from the Imperial household was seven layers,
even though the Lou family was not the royal family, there would have six layers at
the very least, then she would be tormented to die again!
Just this one matter? Lou Xi Yan did not know whether to laugh or cry.
En. Zhuo Qing seriously nodded her head, strictly speaking, this matter regarding
her wedding day was very important.
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter, he held her in his embrace again, smilingly said:
The madam wants to say what, then it will be it!
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The delicate and magnificent of the inside of the ladys chamber, it should have a
lingering fragrance, unfortunately, the inside of the room was filled with the strong
smell of the reeking of blood. The blood on the floor had not completely dried up
yet, the light pink of the mattress was covered by the blood to become a scarlet, the
bed clothing of the woman on the bed was entirely taken off. The bright and clean
skin did not have any wound, after careful inspection, one could see a thin red line
on the left side of the chest. Lightly supporting the skin, one could find about three
inches length of an incision, the incision was very neat, it was thin and soft, where
the blood was flowing, it was already dried up at this moment.
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Dan Yu Lan slightly pressed the chest a little harder, the clear hollow was already
shown, this corpse was missing a heart.
The murderers knife position was very accurate, the deceased did not have any
binding mark in her body, also did not have any struggling bruise. The pair of eyes
were opened, the mouth was slightly opened, the faces expression was extremely
frightened. They did not have any drug to knock them out, why they did not struggle
either, what did one see that could show this frightening expression like this?!
After checking up and locking up the doorway, Lu Jins brows unconsciously knitted
tightly, he walked to Dan Yu Lans back, and said: Daren, the door lock does not
have any damage, also does not have any trace.
Looking one glance at the corpse on the bed, Lu Jin shook his head and said: Except
the left side of the chest, the other part of the body did not have any bruise, the door
was also locked up tightly. The only thing that was missing from the corpse was the
heart, and the technique in these two cases in the past were practically identical. It
has been closed to two months since the third case of the removing of the heart,
moreover, all the dead people were the offsprings of the famous family, the
aristocratic familys young ladies, this time was unexpectedly Princess An Ning.
The other was leaning on one side, one tall and thin man whose hands were on his
chest, his young face was full of anger, he lowly shouted: The celebration is almost
here, the case like this has happened unexpectedly, moreover, I see that the tendency
is getting more and more intense also, if this case is not solved, the Emperor will
also flip out.
His speaking voice just barely faded off, one bailiff ran to come over, he stopped at
the outside of the door, urgently said: Daren, the Emperors order, to declare you
to enter the Imperial palace immediately.
Lu Jin looked one glance at the white man, his mouth did not conceal or block, it
was good now, the dogs mouth did not spit out the elephant tusk! (An analogy
saying that a bad guy cant tell good things with his mouth).
Cheng Hang curled his lips, his mouth did not guard the door, speaking without
thinking, who would have imagined that it was coincidental like this! Carefully
looking towards Dan Yu Lan, his complexion did not have any change, Cheng Hang
admired him secretly, Daren was worthy to be a Daren!
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Lu Jin and Cheng Hang were considered the skilled students whom he brought up,
Lu Jins mind was meticulous, with a steady behavior, his autopsy was somewhat
skilled. But Cheng Hang was usually somewhat careless, but his energy was very
vigorous, he was dedicated to his work. They transferred back here because this case
was very tough to crack!
Lu Jin, Cheng Hang, I am handing this over to you. Based on their experiences
and abilities, there would not be any problem.
Yes.
Taking off the gloves, Dan Yu Lan went out of the door with his large strides, Lu
Jin and Cheng Hang looked one glance at each other, they were somewhat anxious.
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Inside the Imperial study, Yan Hong Tian, sat on the dragon throne, his dark and
heavy complexion was scary, one group of the maids heads were lowered on the
ground, they did not dare to breathe with this type of atmosphere. Dan Yu Lan
entered the Imperial study, he already knew why the Emperor announced him to
enter the Imperial palace today.
Pay respect to the Emperor.
As expected, Dan Yu Lans words had not even finished yet, Yan Hong Tian did not
ask him to rise up either, with a cold and firm voice, he asked immediately: When
can the removal of heart case be solved?
Dan Yu Lan hesitated for a moment, and he could only answer according to the facts:
Chen does not know.
Absolutely disgraceful! Along with the rage, a couple of dark red reports were
thrown down at Dan Yu Lans feet. Yan Hong Tian slapped the table and stood up,
pointing his finger at Dan Yu Lan and he said angrily: If there are a few more days,
the civil and military officials are grieving and sick because of the painful loss of
their loved ones, they do not need to go to the Imperial court, do not need to handle
the official business! The celebration is going to start soon, this kind of case happens
in the capital unexpectedly, the people are alarmed, where will Qiong Yues prestige
be put out? The angry voice resonated in the Imperial study, all of the palace
eunuchs and palace maids were kneeling on the ground.
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Dan Yu Lan bowed down his head, confronting the scolding voice, he could not
provide an explanation, it was already two months, they unexpectedly did not find
any useful clue. The murderer still continued to commit the violent acts, in the
capacity as a head of the Criminal Prison Division, he did not fulfill his duties.
He wanted to solve this case by any mean, still in silent, it was the most thing that
he did not expect to see, angrily sitting down, Yan Hong Tian did not look at Dan
Yu Lan anymore, with a cold voice, he said: Chen will give you one month, no
matter what method you use, whom you assign, you must solve this case. If you can
not solve this case within one month, this Criminal Prison Division will be dissolved
and you will be sent to prison for three years!
Chen accepts the Imperial decree. He did not hesitate or could provide an
explanation, Dan Yu Lan calmly accepted the Imperial decree.
His approach made Yan Hong Tians anger somewhat vanished gradually, and he
did not want to make things difficult for him either, waving his hand, he said
impatiently: Withdraw, ok.
Dan Yu Lan turned around to leave, but his complexion was never grave from the
beginning.
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Lying down on the bed for several days, Zhuo Qing could finally get down from the
bed and walked everywhere, just like the previous days in the morning. Lou Xi Wu
would come over to accompany her chatting, saying something about the wedding
ceremonial robe and the style of the phoenix hat. Today was already noon, but she
still had not seen her shadow, not knowing what to do, Zhuo Qing decided to go and
look for her.
Just leaving Lan Yue building, she saw Jing Sa and about two dozens people who
dressed as the Imperial bodyguards, he was in the middle of saying something, soon,
they were divided into two teams, then went into two different directions, it seemed
like they were patrolling.
But there was never any Imperial bodyguard who patrolled at the Prime Ministers
manor ah? Being curious, Zhuo Qing walked forward and asked: Jing Sa, what are
they doing?
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The wedding invitations were already sent out, the news of Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi
Yans wedding had been scattering inside the capital for a long time. There was no
doubt that Zhuo Qing was the mistress at the Prime Ministers manor. Jing Sa could
not say if he liked or disliked this new mistress, but since she was masters wife,
Jing Sas attitude seemed to be even more respectful: Madam, the celebration is
almost here, there are so many people mingling inside the capital, Master is worry
about the security at the Prime Ministers manor.
Still somewhat not used with Jing Sas transformation, Zhuo Qing embarrassedly
smiled, and answered: Ok, I get it, then you get busy, ok.
She still could not adapt to the ancient times concept of seniors and juniors, just like
Xue Xian Xin who was always looking to bother her. This time period, it was very
unusual for her, every time she heard the calling of Ling-er, Ling-er for the whole
time, it gave her goose bumps.
Walking towards Lou Xi Wus courtyard all the way, Zhuo Qing discovered that
there were more than two Imperial bodyguard teams whom she just saw, there were
suddenly many bodyguards who were patrolling inside the manor, she felt somewhat
strange.
Entering Lou Xi Wus courtyard, her maid, Su-er immediately met her up, Zhuo
Qing made a silent gesture to her, because she saw Lou Xi Wu was sitting in the
inside pavilion, lifelessly staring at one direction. Wanting to tease her, Zhuo Qing
walked to her side, suddenly uttered a smile and said: Who are you missing?
Becoming foolish like this!
Lou Xi Wu was really scared hearing the voice, but she did not return her usual curse
and ruckus, she was rather propping her cheeks, her eyes unexpectedly had a little
faint of teardrops.
There was something wrong with this young girl, Zhuo Qing sat down next to her,
quietly asked: What is going on?
I just found out today, that Princess An Ning was killed unexpectedly last night!
Her death was very cruel! We played together regularly when we were small, I still
met her at the clothing store last month, who could have thought that When I
met her last time, I said that I wanted to send her a fine silk handkerchief, I made
Su-er to deliver it this morning, but she returned with this kind of conclusion.
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Thinking of the two of them who were having fun together in the past, Lou Xi Wu
could not help to cry.
They were still together envisioning their future before, but now they were already
separated by life and death, she was even more sorrowful, it was unexpectedly a
violent death, she had seen many of this separation in life and death. Knowing that
she was not good to comfort people, Zhuo Qing could only pat her shoulder,
comfortingly said: You must not feel too sad, the police The government
office will find the murderer who kills her, they will not let her die with grievance.
Sniffling her nose, Lou Xi Wu whispered in a low voice: Nobody knew whether or
not a person who did it?
What did you say? Zhuo Qing did not believe her own ears.
Lou Xi Wu took the handkerchief that was handed over by Su-er, then she was gently
wiping her tears, while saying in a low voice, with a bit frightened: The people
inside the capital are anxious, especially the aristocratic families, later the famous
families, every home that has a young lady is anxious if she will meet with any
unexpected circumstance. I heard that there were already three to four young ladies
that had been murdered, when they found out, all of them were on their own beds
gracefully, the beds and the floors were filled with blood entirely. The body did not
have any wound, the only thing that was missing was her heart?
What? Zhuo Qing frowned, there was no wound but the heart was missing, how
could it possible, or the murderers suture skill was very good, or it was just Lou Xi
Wus gossip. But, there could be a possibility, at the minimum, that there were
several murder cases related to the aristocratic families daughters in the capital. The
murderers method was cruel, it was possible that this was a serial killer case.
No wonder, the Prime Ministers manor suddenly took some precautions with the
security like this, Xi Wu was also included in the murderers possible victim.
But strictly speaking, if this murderer only picked the daughters of the aristocratic
families, what similarities did their bodies have that triggered the murderers motive
to kill?!
Zhuo Qing was just thinking deeply, Lou Xi Wu suddenly approached her, she
whispered in her ear with an extreme mysterious manner: All of the young ladies
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who died, their hearts were missing. The others did not say this, but their manors
were being guarded strictly like this, but the Imperial bodyguards did not see any
unusual condition either and the murderer could still remove Princess An Nings
heart. Dying inside her room by herself, there was some rumors outside, that it was
not a person who did it, but it was rather a demonic monster that liked to eat peoples
hearts.
Zhuo Qing snorted disdainfully: Ridiculous, the so called demonic monster who
kills people, it is nothing but a murderer whose skill in killing is brutal or peculiar,
and make people to be frightened. Because they can not find the murderer for a
period of time, the frightened people have fabricated the story, nothing more.
Zhuo Qings face filled with disdained, Lou Xi Wu pulled back her shoulder, and
asked in a low voice: You are not afraid? Even though she did not believe with
this demon that ate heart either, but when she heard it, she still felt frightened! Their
bodies did not have any wound, but only missing their hearts, would this not let
people be afraid?
Afraid of what? Zhuo Qing broke into laughter, she answered jokingly: If you
say that it is a demonic monster, then I am not afraid, the heaven and earth have
righteousness.
Her long shape eyebrows slightly raised, her eyes flashed through a trace of sharpe
edge, Zhuo Qing with a cold voice, smiled and said: If what you say about the
murderer is true, I am very interested to know, what kind of skill this evil person
uses to remove the heart!
He could remove the persons heart perfectly like this, if this persons profession
was not a killer, then he would be a doctor.
Lou Xi Wu frighteningly swallowed her saliva, and went to sit on the side, she
suddenly felt, that sometimes this sister in law was strange, this kind of frightening
matter, yet she would have an enthusiastic look
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Lou Xi Wu frighteningly swallowed her saliva, went to sit on the side, she suddenly
felt, that sometimes this sister in law was really strange, this kind of frightening
matter, yet she would have an enthusiastic look.
Nevertheless, Zhuo Qing sank into her own train of thought, this case, the skill that
the murderer used to kill was very unusual, picking this kind of unusual method to
kill people was usually a chain violent crime (serial killer). Otherwise, just trying to
provoke the police, or just to manufacture a terror atmosphere to satisfy the
murderers objective, or maybe it was for the purpose of some abnormal hobby. She
was very interested with this case, but Dan Yu Lan did not come to look for her help,
it seemed that this case was not very difficult to solve.
Of course, she did not know, Lou Xi Yan already gave an order, not to allow anybody
to disturb her rest and recuperation. Dan Yu Lan came over once, but he could not
see her.
The two people had their own thinkings, both of them did not pay attention at the
distinct, cold and tall figure who came out from the courtyard door, Su-er saw the
person clearly, hurriedly said: Miss, Su Gongzi is here.
Lou Xi Wu and Zhuo Qing recovered, immediately looked at the door, both of them
were somewhat absent minded. Under the sunshine during summertime, Su Mu Feng
with a white clothing slowly came, his personality was exactly like his name, like a
breath of fresh air, just liked his body. There was always a distinct chilly atmosphere
around him, the restless blistering hot weather did not appear to be able to be closed
to his body. That kind of distinct cold and graceful personality, that made people not
to dare to come near but also unwilling to be far from him.
Lou Xi Wu hurriedly got up, slightly saluted and said: It is good to see Gongzi.
He was the most graceful and talented man whom she ever saw, incorrect, besides
elder brother, he was the most graceful and talented man, she admired him from the
bottom of her heart.
Zhuo Qing was more curious about him, one person could have many kinds of
personality traits, he could be cold and detached towards someone, but also warm
and gentle like this, she actually had not seen many.
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Su Mu Feng sensed Zhuo Qings probing line of sight, he nodded towards her, Zhuo
Qing politely returned the greeting also.
Looking towards Lou Xi Wu, Su Mu Feng faintly smiled, and answered: Miss Lou,
do not need to be too polite, today will be the last lesson, I simply come to tell you
this in person.
Why, then, I will not be able to see you?! Lou Xi Wu urgently said: We only
have four classes ah! I still want to ask many guidances to Gongzi!
Lou Xi Wu merely replied unconsciously, she really still had many questions about
the zither skill that she wanted to learn from him, he was a very good teacher.
Sometimes he seemed to give instructions randomly, but she could see and still
understand it, she wanted to understand things that she did not understand originally.
But she did not know, that careless sentence however, made one figure who was
outside and wanted to leave, to become stiffed for quite a while.
Zhuo Qing secretly laughed, from her angle, she could see Jing Sas silhouette, he
was sending off Su Mu Feng from the courtyard door, and intending to leave, who
would have thought that that young girls words could stop him from going outside
the courtyard. It seemed that Jing Sa cared about Xi Wu, a lot more than what she
had thought previously.
Su Mu Feng seemed to have used to this kind of request to stay, his face did not
express any praise or happiness, he only indifferently answered: Your fingers
technique is already very proficient, I can not instruct you on anything more.
But Lou Xi Wu was not willing to miss this good opportunity, she really liked to
play the zither, she, herself could also do some musics, they were just not so good.
With great difficulty, Su Gongzi came, but why he wanted to leave quickly, Lou Xi
Wu could not help to urge him to stay one more time: But my fingers method does
not always have adequate flowing ah, moreover, I still have several musics, I want
to let Gongzi to point out for a few directions, then you give me a few more lessons,
ok!! All right?
Lou Xi Wu with heart filled with hope, looked at Su Mu Feng, but she did not know
the man whose skin color was originally suntanned, his complexion was
frighteningly darker now.
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Ahem! (Trying to get LXWs attention), Zhuo Qing firmly made a sound, she said
with a low voice in Lou Xi Wus ear: Jing Sa is outside the courtyard.
Lou Xi Wu stared blankly at first, then raised her eyes to look, from her angle, she
could only see that Jing Sa was clenching his fist on the lower corner of his jacket,
her heart was happy, maybe he still cared about her. He would normally ignore her
completely, she must make him angry this time!
Making a decision in her heart, Lou Xi Wu approached Su Mu Feng even closer,

half throwing a tantrum, she said: Su Gongzi, is it alright!
Zhuo Qing narrowed her eyes, somebodys blue vein on his hand was almost burst
out outside the courtyard, very well, since Xi Wu wanted to make him jealous, she
would just help her, ok. Zhuo Qing seized the opportunity to say also: Xi Wu really
admires Gongzis zither skill all along, it is with great difficulty that you can teach
her this time, she is happy for this reason for quite a while. So Gongzi looks at Xi
Wus sincerity, you just stay for several more days, ok.
Lou Xi Wu suddenly approached, Su Mu Feng did not look like he used to this,
slightly leaning his body, he answered: Thank you for Miss good meaning, Su mou
is actually occupied by an important matter.
Looking at Jing Sa who appeared to be very nervous because of her, Lou Xi Wu was
playing along happily, to ones surprise, she became more intense, she suddenly
pulled Su Mu Fengs sleeve, lovingly laughed and said: The fingers method,
composing, melody, I still have so many things that I do not understand, what can I
do? When Gongzi is not busy, can I go to look for you?
Su Mu Feng lightly and seamlessly pulled his sleeve back, immediately declined:
Su mou likes to wander all over the place, normally there is no fixed residence
during the day, I am afraid that I can not clear the confusion for the young lady.
Actually, Lou Xi Wu did not care very much about Su Mu Fengs rejection, she
actually cared more about Jing Sas reaction, Zhuo Qing felt somewhat hurt, this
young girl became addicted, she forgot how to stop before going to far. Not to
mention, Su Mu Fengs whose complexion was always tranquil, already looking
somewhat unpleasant, the person outside was already provoked enough. If they kept
playing this game, one could not say if it would have any opposite result.
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Ok, you do not have to be confused with the fingers method or composing or
melody, what is more important in playing the zither is the environment, mental
state, intention to play the instrument, even if the zither skill is not high, it still can
move peoples feeling. On the other hand, a better skill or beautiful composition
music, they are just some notes if there is no emotion in it. Zhuo Qing hurriedly
pulled Lou Xi Wus hand, while she was saying some nonsense, she was also pulling
Lou Xi Wu to her side.
Lou Xi Wus set her heart on someone who was outside the courtyard, Zhuo Qing
only said it casually also, who would have thought that Su Mu Feng unexpectedly
nodded his head slowly, praising and admiringly smiled, he said: Miss Qing is sure
enough knowledgeable about the zither and knows how to play it for the people.
Miss Lou, you have a famous master in your family, she can give directions to you,
there is no need to say more about Su mou.
But I want you to teach me ah! Lou Xi Wu still continued to provoke the person
who was outside the courtyard, sure enough, as Zhuo Qings expectation, Lou Xi
Wu just finished her words, Jing Sa who was outside the courtyard suddenly left
quickly without turning his head around.
Lou Xi Wu stared blankly, she was disappointed and somewhat anxious, he would
not think that she really liked Su Gongzi, right!! Why was he so foolish like this!!
Lou Xi Wus mood suddenly changed to be very gloomy, Zhuo Qing naturally knew
why, Su Mu Feng seemed to be able to see a little clue also, the three people inside
the courtyard were all silent, the atmosphere was somewhat awkward.
Lou Xi Wu was immersing in her own childish feeling, Zhuo Qing and Su Mu Feng
were staring at each others eyes, without knowing what to do, Zhuo Qing could
only continue the subject from a moment ago, smilingly said: Su Gongzi is
courteous, I was sick before, the fingers method, whatever tuning melody, I do not
remember any of it, I can not even play the zither now, do not say teaching other
people even more, I have only spoken without thinking a moment ago, and make
Gongzi to mock me.
Su Mu Feng did not resemble an ordinary person or the kind who could comfort her
unfortunate situation, he rather smiled indifferently and said: Just as what Miss has
said a moment ago, playing zither is only about paying attention to the mental state,
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environment, nothing more. That melody, fingers method, one can forget about it
afterwards, it is not important at all?!
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, she did not anticipate that he would answer like this, for
a zither player, melody, fingers method, the skill could not be said that it was his
entire profession, but it was also an important part, right. He unexpectedly could be
so confident and at ease, the sentence forget about it afterwards, it is not important
at all, putting it clearly, Zhuo Qing, on the contrary, was really somewhat admired
his indifferent and unconventional method, she appreciated him more.
Zhuo Qing sincerely urged him to stay and she said: Xi Wu really wants you to stay
sincerely, if it is ok with you, there is no harm to point out a few more things for
her. If Xi Wu could really learn the zither from him properly, needless to say, the
zither skill would grow. If she could learn half of his approach to handle with some
affairs, then it would be regarded as a benefit.
Su Mu Feng was no longer perfunctory this time, he rather shook his head softly,
and answered truly: The capital is not peaceful recently, I think Prime Minister Lou
also does not wish the moment of danger like this, furthermore, there is a stranger
enters and exits at the Prime Ministers manor frequently.
Lou Xi Wu finally recovered from her self ego confusing state, she just happened to
hear Su Mu Fengs answer, inevitably and urgently said: Gongzi is not a bad person,
moreover, my elder brother is also the one who especially requests you to come, how
can he not wish for you to continue teaching me!
Su Mu Feng indifferently smiled but did not say anything, his intention was already
a certainty, Zhuo Qing did not urge him to stay any longer, the words he said were
actually making sense, one had to be very careful at this time.
Lightly patting Lou Xi Wus shoulder to make her to keep her calm, Zhuo Qing
generously smiled and said: Then, ok, since Gongzi has already decided to go, we
will not force you to stay, I wish that Xi Wu will have another opportunity to get
some advices from Gongzi.
Miss Qing is courteous, Su mou will bid goodbye. Usually when he left, Su Mu
Feng left confidently and at ease, as if there was not any matter, it was his lingering
personality that one was reluctant to part with.
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At night.
Lan Yue Building
Zhuo Qing supported her chin, holding on the candle light, she conveniently flipped
over the various medical books that Lou Xi Yan found for her. Stretching her waist,
she looked outside the window, the moon was already slanting to the west gradually,
it should already passed twelve oclock, right. After the evening meal, Xi Yan only
said one sentence to make her rest early and then he left, he had not returned up until
now, she did not know whether or not there was anything that happened.
Xi Wus mood was not always good in the afternoon, she felt that it was necessary
to speak with Xi Yan about Xi Wus matter, she was sleeping a lot these past few
days, she was not very tired now. While she was flipping over the medical book, she
was waiting for Lou Xi Yan to return. Not too long, Zhuo Qing heard some light
footsteps, the door was immediately pushed open also.
Xi Yan. Zhuo Qing lowly called out.
Seeing clearly that it was her, Lou Xi Yan walked to her side, and sat down, with a
somewhat displeased tone, he said: Why are you not sleeping yet?
It was indeed late, Zhuo Qing did not beat around the bushes, immediately asked: I
have one matter, I always want to ask you, do you or do you not plan on Xi Wus
wedding?
Lou Xi Yan stared blankly, he did not anticipate that Qing-er waited for him for the
whole evening, to ask about Xi Wus wedding?! Lightly shaking his head, Lou Xi
Yan smilingly said: Xi Wu is still young, we can discuss this again when I see that
she has someone whom shes taking a fancy to.
Zhuo Qings eyes were bright: Your meaning is, if she has someone whom shes
taking a fancy to, you will not oppose it, even if the person is not suitable according
to the familys rule?
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter: What do you think?
Zhuo Qing slightly stared blankly, and could not help to laugh, she and Lou Xi Yan
were also not suitable according to the familys rule either. He did not have to marry
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her as a wife, he was not a person who looked at the differences in ones family
status, she asked him like this, it was somewhat insulting to Xi Yan.
Zhuo Qing felt apologetic towards him and smiled, Lou Xi Yan did not even mind
this, softly encircling her waist, and bringing her to his bosom. Lou Xi Yan softly
rested his head on her shoulder, gently smiled and said: As long as the person whom
she likes has a good moral character, and has a sense of responsibility, a man who is
good to her, I will not oppose.
His light breathing made her somewhat itchy, Zhuo Qing softly pulled her neck back,
but she did not retreat backwards. Thinking, Zhuo Qing asked once again: Then, if
other people oppose, you will support her also, is that right? Not opposing did not
mean supporting either, if he supported her, Xi Wus feeling could be unhindered by
half.
Lifting up his head, Lou Xi Yan lightly raised his eyebrows, faintly smiled, he asked:
Does Xi Wu tell you that the person whom she likes is not suitable according to the
familys rule? How did he not know it, these two peoples affections were already
advanced to this stage?!
This facial expression was wrong, Zhuo Qing flashed through a divine light,
smilingly scolded: Do not tell me that you can not see it! Even she could see it, Xi
Yan was so intelligent, there was no reason not to see it, he wanted to play with her!!
His Qing-er seemed to be more and more intelligent, slightly brushing over her hair
to make her cool down, and fiddling her hair with his fingertips, Lou Xi Yan lightly
sighed and said: Jing Sa is actually a pretty good man, if Xi Wu wants to marry
him, I will approve, but I will never order Jing Sa to take her as his wife!
The affair between a male and female, how could he get involved with it!
He really knew!! Thinking that Jing Sa and Xi Wu were together every time, Zhuo
Qing guessed and said: Jing Sa appears to have a knot in this mind, is it the so called
senior and junior separation? (In this case, I think its more servant & mistress
relationship).
Lou Xi Yan helplessly nodded his head, Jing Sa was very stubborn and he insisted
on it, it made him to have a headache also.
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It was really difficult to handle, but it was not like there was no way!!
The smile on her face was somewhat strange, Lou Xi Yan smilingly said: What are
you thinking now?
Nothing. She could only tell Xi Wu this way, he absolutely could not tell Xi Yan!!
She must have thought of a way, moreover, it surely was not a right way!! Lou Xi
Yan broke into laughter, but he did not plan to expose her. If she could make Jing
Sa to untie this knot in his mind, using some emergency measures, he did not have
any objection either. But since she did not want to tell him, he would just treat it as
if he did not know anything, and that would be good.
Anyway, if there was someone who could help him solve this problem, he would
also be happy!!
The corner of her mouth softly raised, Zhuo Qing wanted to think throughly and
guess what this fox was thinking, she still needed a little bit of time!
Stroking lightly her soft hair, Lou Xi Yan lovingly smiled and said: Wife, you have
already finished asking the question, can we go to bed now? (See below).
Zhuo Qing broke into laughter, barely wanted to reply, there was a burst of chaotic
and rushing voice from the outside of the courtyard all of a sudden. The sound of
numerous and disorderly footsteps went towards this one direction, the swaying
brilliant rays of the torches felt so bright from the inside of the room.
Zhuo Qing was puzzled by it: What are the voices from outside? It was already
very late!
Nevertheless, Lou Xi Yans complexion was suddenly stiff, urgently said: Oh no,
Xi Wu!
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Chapter 86: Accepting A Mistake And Adapting To It
When Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing left Lan Yue building, the Imperial bodyguards
inside the Prime Ministers manor came from several directions to surround Lou Xi
Wus courtyard. The hearts of those two people did not have any good premonition,
with mutual understanding, they ran towards Lou Xi Wus courtyard.
When they entered the center of the courtyard, they just happened to see Jing Sa was
chasing after a tall and thin man who was wearing a gray clothing and jumped out
of the back of the courtyard, several of the Imperial bodyguards also chased after
and went out. Lou Xi Yans most worry was still Lou Xi Wus safety, her door was
open, so it could be seen clearly that the murderer already entered into the room, not
knowing if Xi Wu Their hearts were already up on their throats, entering inside
the room, and hastily crossing over the screen to rush into the bedroom. They could
only see that Lou Xi Wu was lying down and motionless gracefully on the bed, her
upper garment was completely taken off, the only thing left was her pink
undergarment covering the chest and abdomen. The knots on her undergarment was
already untied, it was slanting and hanging on her chest, the lower half of her
clothing was a white trouser. There was no bloodstain on her body, the inside of the
room did not the smell like the reeking blood either, only a faintly smell of
sandalwood.
Lou Xi Wus body did not have any wound either, both of their hearts were
somewhat relieved a little.
Xi Wus clothing was in disarrayed, even though he was her elder brother, it was not
appropriate for him to step forward, Lou Xi Yan stood at the bedside, tilted his head
to the side. Zhuo Qing hurriedly pulled a silk quilt on the bed to cover Lou Xi Wus
body that was exposed properly, but she did not make any movement at all. Zhuo
Qings heart was anxious again.
Xi Wu! Lightly patting her cheek, Zhuo Qing thought that she lost consciousness.
But looking carefully, Xi Wus eyes were slightly opened, staring to look at one
direction in a daze, with a dull and numb appearance. Even though she was shaking
her shoulder, she did not react whatsoever.
Xi Wu! Wake up, wake up! How could it be like this?! Zhuo Qing leaned over her
body, gently looked over at her eyelids, using her hand and swaying it in front of her
eyes, her pupils responded normally, could it be that she was frightened excessively
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that caused her own self isolation? Slapping her cheek a little harder one more time,
Zhuo Qing said loudly at the side of her ear: Xi Wu, it is alright, you wake up.
Hearing Zhuo Qings voice that was louder all of a sudden, Lou Xi Yan anxiously
said: How is she?
Zhuo Qing shook her head, lowered her voice to say: Her body does not have any
scar, but the situation is not that good.
Zhuo Qings tone was heavy, Lou Xi Yan did not care about any etiquette, hurriedly
turned around to look towards Lou Xi Wu, even though her eyes were opened,
nevertheless, her expression was empty and lacking any soul.
Xi Wu. Lowly calling her for several times, Lou Xi Wu did not response either.
Xi Wus situation appeared to be bad! Zhuo Qing slightly frowned her brows, she
said softly at Lou Xi Yans ear: She may receive an extreme frightening situation,
so she seals off her own self, you try to speak with her, and make her feel safe, maybe
it can wake her up.
Lou Xi Yan nodded his head, holding Lou Xi Wus shoulder, to help her sit down,
her eyes just happened to look at him, lightly caressing Xi Wus cheek, Lou Xi Yan
lightly coaxed and said to her over and over again: Xi Wu, be good, do not be afraid,
elder brother is by your side, can you talk anything to elder brother?
Several times afterwards, Lou Xi Wu still did not response, Lou Xi Yans voice was
louder and louder, and he was also more irritable. Zhuo Qing lightly patted Lou Xi
Yans shoulder from behind, quietly comforted and said: It is alright, just continue
to talk to her, she will surely wake up.
He only had this one younger sister, facing his own relative to become like this, she
believed that nobody could be cool headed.
Lou Xi Yans back was in front of her, Zhuo Qing could see his expression clearly,
he merely nodded his head slightly, speaking one more time, his voice was already
calm by a lot.
Holding Lou Xi Wu lightly to his bosom, his slender hand was patting her back
lightly, Lou Xi Yan used his muffled voice that made people to feel at ease, he called
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out gently: Xi Wu, it is unlikely that someone can harm you, if you are afraid, just
cry, elder brother will protect you.
After the Xi Wu, Xi Wu calling over and over again for a while, Lou Xi Wu
finally moved, her eyes softly blinked for several times afterwards, gradually
regaining a little radiance. Looking that she finally had reaction, Lou Xi Yan and
Zhuo Qing could take a few long breaths, but Lou Xi Wus facial expression was
still at a loss: Elder brother What are you doing in my room?
Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing looked one glance at each other, but they remained calm
and collected, Zhuo Qing tried out and said: Do you not know what has happened?
Lou Xi Wu with a mysterious face answered: What has happened?
Their expressions were really strange, Lou Xi Wu unconsciously held her arms
tightly, but she unexpectedly discovered, that she did not wear any clothing on her
body!!
Ah! Shrieking, Lou Xi Wu pulled the thin quilt closely, with a look of panic, she
went to the direction of the inner side of the bed, her head was also buried in the
quilt.
Lou Xi Yan was somewhat awkward and he got up, Zhuo Qing slightly laughed at
him, and said: You go out first, I am here.
Very well. Looking one glance at Lou Xi Wu who appeared to regain her normal
appearance, Lou Xi Yan quietly retreated and went out.
Lightly pulling the quilt, Zhuo Qing quietly said: Ok, Xi Wu, your elder brother
has already gone out, it is only me.
For a very long time, Lou Xi Wus complexion was slightly red, and she lifted her
head: I, how can I.. not have any clothing! She actually could not ask it, why
did she wake up and become like this?! Lou Xi Wu was somewhat irritable when
she asked: What is going on after all?
Zhuo Qing did not intend to conceal it from her, and bluntly said: I think, I went
into your room in the afternoon, then we talked about that person who took the
womens hearts. He picked you as his next target, but fortunately, we discovered it
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early, he did not have his way. You really did not remember anything what had
happened tonight? She was until now, the only person who was still alive after
being attacked, she hoped that she would provide some useful clues.
I Finished hearing Zhuo Qings words, Lou Xi Wus complexion was white
in a split second, her hands could not help to tremble. She did not know if it was
because of fear, or because she really could not remember it. Lou Xi Wu covered
her head, slightly trembled and with a hurried voice, she answered: I did not
remember it, I only remembered that I went to bed to rest, after that, I heard a very
disturbing noise, just to see you were in front of me, I really did not know the rest of
it. Her brain was still in disarray, her memory appeared to start from when she lied
down on the bed, then everything else was missing.
Why did that murderer pick her? Did that person just kill Noble Woman An Ning?
How many more innocent women did he want to harm!! She unconsciously held her
hand into a fist, since Lou Xi Wu lifted her head, her eyes faintly showed a layer of
mist, because of fear, her voice was somewhat trembling. But she already made an
effort to maintain her calm, watching attentively at Zhuo Qing, Lou Xi Wu asked:
What about that murderer? Did we catch him?
Not yet. It appears that the murderers target is you, I do not know whether or not
he will appear one more time, so you are in danger now. He has already committed
many crimes in a row, moreover, he does not have any desire to stop, I think the
government office surely wishes to solve this case as quickly as possible. You are
the only survivor until now, the people form the government office should intervene
very quickly. Zhuo Qing was somewhat disappointed, she originally thought that
she could get some clues about the murderer, but Xi Wu did not know anything
clearly. On one hand, her lifeless appearance a moment ago, it was impossible
because she received a terrifying situation so she protected herself, so did the
murderer use some type of a sedated fragrance to control Xi Wus consciousness? It
was a possibility.
Taking a deep breath, making her own mood to gradually tranquil a little, Lou Xi
Wu spontaneously asked: Then, what can I do? She also hoped that the
government office could solve this case as soon as possible, and capture the
murderer, so there would not have any other innocent woman who would die
tragically.
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Looking that she had experienced and encountered a near death calamity, this young
girl who was still shivering because of fear, but she pretended to be calmed and
wished that she could give a contribution, Zhuo Qing felt somewhat sorry for her.
Lightly stretching her hand to embrace her shoulder, she comforted with a soft voice:
I know that you can not remember anything now, you relax first, do not compel
yourselves too much, if you strive your hardest slowly, you may recall it, and hope
that you can give the government offices people some clues. Do not be afraid, we
will not make you to meet any mishap.
Lou Xi Wu slowly leaned her head against Zhuo Qings shoulder, the gentle and soft
patting made her to feel very warm, her mother passed away a long time ago, she
did not have any sisters. Even though elder brother loved her dearly, but he could
not embrace her, comfort her, she always wished to have a family who could keep
her company like this, she liked this sister in law.
Lightly nodding, Lou Xi Wu sincerely said: Thank you for saving me.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, when this young girl opened her eyes to see her and Lou
Xi Yan, she misunderstood it, Zhuo Qing smilingly said: It was not us who saved
you, I heard a disturbance and hurriedly came over, I saw Jing Sa was fighting with
the murderer when I came to the courtyard a moment ago, he should be the one who
saved you.
What? Lou Xi Wu suddenly sat up, with a panic voice, she called out: Then, I
look like this, it was not only the murderer who saw me like this, but he also saw
this?! How could she see other people in the future, what kind of face still she had
to see Jing Sa!!
The more she thought, the more she felt sad, her hands on her knees, and she curled
up her own body like a ball, the humiliation feeling made her unable to stop her
sobbing.
Zhuo Qing softly sighed, smilingly said: Do not cry, this is actually good.
Good? Lou Xi Wu lifted her head, removing her tears and looking at Zhuo Qing,
her body was unexpectedly seen by another man, Jing Sa also saw it, how could she
endure this, what was good about this?!
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Do you extremely like Jing Sa, and insist on marrying him? She wanted to clarify
this first, if this young girl was simply infatuated with him temporarily, she did not
need to meddle in her situation.
Yes. Firmly nodding her head, soon after, Lou Xi Wu discouragingly and mumbly
said: But I am like this now, I do not have any face to marry him anymore!!
Fool, there is nothing wrong with you at the moment, the murderer has only taken
off the outside garment, nothing more, you are still innocent! Zhuo Qing did not
know whether to laugh or cry, was it not just seeing the upper body, moreover, there
was still an undergarment that covered the chest and abdomen! How could she be
ashamed to get married like this!!
But Even though she said it like this, if a girl let some people to see on her
body after all, how was it good!! Lou Xi Wu with a defeated manner, lowered her
head.
Looking as if her heart was so discouraged, Zhuo Qing approached and leaned on
her side, she said in her ear with a low voice: This time is actually considered as a
very huge opportunity, and it can test Jing Sa whether or not he is worthy to be relied
on and if he is a good man, if he is, then you just happen to fulfill your wish!
Really? Then.. Zhuo Qings words really made her to be tempted, but she did
not dare to believe either. Swallowing her saliva, Lou Xi Wu nervously asked with
a low voice: What do I have to do?
Zhuo Qing craftily smiled: Come over.
Lou Xi Wu nibbled her cherry lips, she was somewhat nervous and somewhat
excited, and leaned to come over. Zhuo Qing lowly said in her ear several sentences,
she just saw that Lou Xi Wus face was bursting in red and white, frowning for one
moment and then staring for another moment. With great difficulty, Zhuo Qing
finished speaking, Lou Xi Wu embarrassingly asked: Can I really do this ah?!
Zhuo Qings hands were on her chest, confidently smiled and said: Then, we will
just have to watch you.
Clenching her teeth, Lou Xi Wu answered with a loud voice: Fine!
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Staking it all, for Jing Sas love, she would be willing to do anything!
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Chapter 87: Requesting Help From Gu Yun
Lou Xi Wu just changed her clothes properly, there was a sound of a soft knock on
the door, Zhuo Qing looked one glance at her, Lou Xi Wu nodded her head, Zhuo
Qing raised her voice to say: Come in, ok.
Entering the inner room was Lou Xi Yan. Looking at Xi Wus complexion that was
in a good spirit by a lot, Lou Xi Yan lovingly patting her shoulder, quietly asked:
Are you feeling better?
Nodding her head, and knowing and she made her elder brother to worry, Lou Xi
Wu strongly nodded, she candidly smiled as much as possible and said: Elder
brother, you can be at ease, I am already fine.
The door was opened, and they could hear the voices of some people who were
chatting, Zhuo Qing asked: Did Jing Sa capture that person?
Lou Xi Yan shook his head, he was worry that Lou Xi Wu would be afraid, simply
smiled faintly and said: That person will be captured.
Jing Sas martial art was impressive, there were many Imperial bodyguards who
were pursuing together, the murderer unexpectedly could still escape! This persons
martial art was either unfathomably good, or he could be very familiar with the
terrain of the Prime Ministers manor and the capital.
Xi Wus spirit seemed to be really good, Lou Xi Yan quietly asked: Dan Daren
wants to ask you a few questions, is that ok?
Lou Xi Wu already prepared her heart earlier, she nodded her head and answered:
Ok.
Pulling Lou Xi Wus hand, the three people went through the screen to come outside
to the small reception, Lou Xi Yan just said to the person who was outside the door:
Dan Daren, please come in, ok.
Dan Yu Lan seemed to have been waiting outside the room earlier, the sentence was
just finished, his tall figure was already in front of the door, Lou Xi Wu was a girl
from a wealthy family after all. Following behind Dan Yu Lan to come in was only
two young people, the rest of the bailiffs were waiting outside the courtyard.
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Entering the inner room, Dan Yu Lan gave his courtesy by slightly cupping his hands
in greeting: Respect to Prime Minister Lou, Madam, Miss Lou.
The two young people who were behind Dan Yu Lan, one already scanned the left
and right areas with his eyes once he was inside, a tall and thin man whose look was
somewhat unrestrained. Crossing over, another one whose skin was somewhat fair
and clear, sharp eyes, entered into the small reception room, he was looking at the
surrounding situation afterwards.
Estimating that they wanted to collect the evidence, but felt hindrance because here
was the lady chamber of the honorable Prime Ministers manor after all, they did not
act recklessly. Zhuo Qing slightly smiled and said: Dan Daren, we have not touched
anything inside the room, you can tell your team to take a look and collect whatever
evidence, Xi Wu is somewhat tired, if you have any question, you can just ask
immediately, ok.
They were the most headache, every time when there was a homicide case that
happened and they had to collect the evidence, the family member would already
move the stuffs inside the room and the corpse. This woman could think to preserve
the evidence, this made Cheng Hang and Lu Jin were curious about her, their eyes
looked towards the young woman who was sitting next to Prime Minister Lou at the
same time, there were two scars on her cheek that destroyed her originally and
extremely beautiful complexion. Feeling their line of sights, she still smiled at them
and nodded her head, her expression was calm, she looked in high spirits, and made
people could not help to look at her bright eyes.
Very well. Dan Yu Lan said quietly to the man behind him: Cheng Hang, gather
the clues as quickly as possible.
Yes. Cheng Hang entered the inner room, Lu Jin had already taken out a piece of
paper and pen also, Dan Yu Lan went straight to business, and immediately asked:
Miss Lou, did you see the murderers appearance clearly?
Lou Xi Wu shook her head, smoothly said: I did not, I did not know what had
happened, I only remembered that I went to bed to rest, after that my memory just
began to fuzzy, later when I was awaken, my elder brother was already by my side.
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She said vaguely, Zhuo Qing calmly added and said: We heard the voices at that
time, so we came over hurriedly, Jing Sa was just chasing after the murderer to leave,
Xi Wus mind was unconscious at that time, moreover, her clothing was in
disarrayed, but she was not violated.
Xi Wus complexion was slightly red, she lowered her head, Zhuo Qing patted her
hand to appease her, a moment afterwards, Lou Xi Wus complexion was restored
to normal.
He had already inquired Jing Sa outside a moment ago, he said that the murderer
was wearing a gray mask, he could not see his appearance clearly. The only survivor,
Lou Xi Wu, was unexpectedly lost consciousness all along, he reckoned that she
would not be able to offer any clue.
Dan Yu Lan was somewhat disappointed, but he was not willing to let any detail slip
by, and continued to ask: Before you went to sleep, did you find anything that
happened that was not normal.
Lou Xi Wu was thinking, and shaking her head: I did not ah, there was nothing that
was not normal, Su-er gave me a bowl of ginseng soup to drink, then I lied down.
Then where is Miss Su-er? Did the ginseng soup had some medicine?
Lou Xi Wu clearly did not know where Su-er was? Worrying and looking at Lou Xi
Yan, Lou Xi Yan was lightly patting her shoulder, while comforting her, he said to
Dan Yu Lan: Su-er is Xi Wus personal maid, she was resting inside the small room,
but she was also unconscious now, the Imperial physician was just giving her
treatment.
Lou Xi Wus personal maid was also unconscious, it was the same as the maids from
the other three victims, they were all unconscious at that time, when they were
awaken, they only saw the corpses, the murderer should also use the same technique
this time, but he was discovered early so he could not continue with his plan, that
was all.
Do you feel there is anything wrong with you now? If there was any drug, it should
still have some reactions.
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Lou Xi Wu blinked, she could only shake her head: No, I feel good, I am only
somewhat tired
Lou Xi Wus answer made Dan Yu Lan to feel defeated one more time, but he did
not show any of his disappointment, when he faced Lou Xi Wu, he still asked: Did
Miss go out of the manor recently? What kind of people did you have contact with
in these two days?
I went to the Palace once a few days before, then I did not go out of the manor
again, I was only with Su-er and sister in law these past few days, did not have any
contact with other people. She was rarely going out of the manor, the thousand silk
pavilions master had not finished drawing the pattern of the wedding dress. Sister
in law was feeling ill these past few days, so .!.she was staying at home.
Her sentence calling her sister in law was very smooth, Zhuo Qing actually stared
blankly, she was somewhat unease. Lou Xi Yan was very comfortable, his face was
smiling constantly, his appearance was rather joyful.
Finished listening Lou Xi Wus words, Zhuo Qing suddenly recalled someone, and
said: Su Mu Feng came by this afternoon.
Lou Xi Wu nodded her head, but immediately said: Gongzi only said a few
sentences and then left afterwards, there was nothing special. They could not
suspect Su Gongzi, right, Gongzi was absolutely impossible to be the murderer ah!
Even though Zhuo Qing did not believe that Su Mu Feng was the murderer, but since
this was a recorded statement, they should be through and detailed to explain the
circumstances as much as possible, who was the murderer, the police should
investigate this issue.
Dan Yu Lans expression flashed through a trace of radiance, he asked: Was Miss
Lou also learning the zither with Su Gongzi?
Also? The used of this word was subtle, Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Yan felt peculiar,
the two of them looked one glance at each other, but they remained calmed and
collected.
Lu Jin recorded the statements while he did not forget to observe the three peoples
expressions, Prime Minister Lou deserved to be called Prime Minister Lou, he could
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detect keenly that this one word was distinct. Furthermore, his wife must not be an
average person either, otherwise how could she deserve him, right.
Lou Xi Wu did not find anything differently, with a self serving manner, she
answered: En, just started to learn about one month ago, Gongzi only gave me four
lessons, he came to say goodbye today.
Why did you not continue learning?
Lou Xi Wu flatted her mouth, helplessly answered: He said that the capital was not
peace and safe recently, it was inconvenient to go out and come into the Prime
Ministers manor, so he would not come. She actually still wanted to continue to
learn the zither with Su Gongzi.
Dan Yu Lan surveyed from a distance and nodded his head, good, he reckoned that
she would not remember anything today. At this time, Cheng Hang also came out
from the inner room, he actually went to the direction of the wooden door. Squatting
to examine properly for a while, then walked to Dan Yu Lans back with a dignified
complexion.
Slightly leaning his head, Dan Yu Lan asked in a low voice: Cheng Hang, are we
done?
We are done, Daren. Cheng Hang was holding several items of small stuffs that
were covered inside the plain handkerchiefs on his hand, he unfolded them on the
desk. There were some unfinished burned sandalwood, one silk handkerchief, also
some bits of dust that came from nowhere, Cheng Hang asked: Prime Minister Lou,
can I take these items with me?
Lou Xi Yan nodded his head: Certainly.
Dan Yu Lan got up, he cupped his hand to greet one more time: We have disturbed
Miss Lou, if we still need any help from Miss, we will come again to disturb you.
Lou Xi Wu also got up to return his greeting, she answered in a low voice: Dan
Daren is too courteous, I also hope that I can help to bring the murderer to justice
soon.
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Zhuo Qing secretly observed Dan Yu Lans complexion all along, his brows were
locked up deeply from the beginning to the end. It appeared that he lacked his former
days confident and relaxed manners, Zhuo Qing could not help to ask: Does Dan
Daren have a grasp on this case?
Dan Yu Lans footsteps were slightly sluggish, candidly shook his head, he asked
with a heavy voice: What kind of advice can Madam give?
Zhuo Qing shook her head and answered: Without seeing the corpse beforehand, I
do not have any advice, but, I can give you one suggestion.
Dan Yu Lan was somewhat looking forward to it and he looked at Zhuo Qing, he
also hoped that this unusual woman could propose any useful suggestion, he was
really under pressure from the case now.
Zhuo Qing smilingly answered: There is one person who can help you to solve this
case as soon as possible.
Miss Qing Mo? He remembered, Qing Mos agility when they handled the gold
case, she was indeed capable to see clearly, capable to analyze, extremely a strong
woman.
Zhuo Qing nodded her head and answered: Solving this kind of serial murder case,
she is relatively an expert. She remembered that Gu Yun took over to investigate
not less than five similar cases, she also helped the personnels from the other
provinces, so if Gu Yun was here, she should be able to provide some more feasible
directions to investigate.
Miss Qing Mo went to Xi Bei city (Northwest), I am afraid that Dan mou can not
ask her. He already thought about this, but Qing Mo was a person from the
Generals manor after all, moreover
Lu Jin said in a cold voice: Even if that Miss Qing Mo is willing, I am afraid there
is not enough time.
Why? Zhuo Qing was puzzled by his statement.
Cheng Hang coldly groaned, annoyingly answered: The quickest time for the
messenger pigeon to fly from here to Xi Bei city wall is 4 days, then wait for Miss
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Qing to pack up her luggage, and ride in the chariot to arrive at the capital, I am
afraid it will be twenty days later. The final deadline at that time will be less than ten
days, even if Miss Qing Mo is the expert in dealing with this case, it will be
impossible for her to solve this case in such a short time, a slow remedy does not
address the current emergency.
Dan Yu Lan actually did not appear to be excited, but the faces of the two young
people were filled with anger, Zhuo Qing looked at Lou Xi Yan and asked: What
final deadline? What will happen if they pass this deadline?
Lou Xi Yan looked one glance at Dan Yu Lan, he sighed and said: The Emperor
gave Dan Daren a deadline, the case has to be solved in one month, if this case still
can not be solved, he will be removed from the case, then he will be sent to
prison for three years. But the Emperor did anything like this, it was really to
force Dan Yu Lan, but this case appeared like this before the celebration, if it was
not solved, how could Qiong Yues prestige survive?!
Unable to solve the case, and he would be imprisoned!! How could it be like this?!
Lou Xi Yan and Dan Yu Lans expression informed her that Yan Hong Tian could
be like this!! Her heart was cursing at Yan Hong Tians eight generations, but Zhuo
Qing was fully aware, this would not solve the problem either!
Thinking, Zhuo Qing asked: From Bei city to the capital, how many days can one
arrive in the quickest time?
Cheng Hang answered: Even for a young and vigorous man, with an excellent
martial art, full speed on the horse, without any rest, he will need five days.
Reaching out to take the writing brush from Lu Jins hand, then taking out a white
paper, and writing several small words, after she finished writing, she gave it to Lu
Jin, and said: Immediately send this letter through the messengers pigeon, nine
days later, she will be able to arrive here! Icey, thorny case, quickly return! Nancy.
(Note that the words Icey & Nancy are already in English).
Lu Jin looked at that few simple words on his hand, there was half of the words that
he did not know, not to mention that there was some code words. Even if that Miss
Qing Mo wanted to hurry to come back, she was a girl, it was impossible that she
could return hurriedly ah!
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Cheng Hang immediately groaned his unbelief and said: This is impossible!
Zhuo Qing confidently smiled and answered: Whether or not some other people
can do it, I do not know, but she can. She had experienced Gu Yuns craziness, to
reach her target, her adrenaline could rise rapidly and no average person could
imagine this situation! If someone could achieve returning within five days, she
surely could do it, she could not be sure if she could see her in four days!
And she chose to use each other Englishs names to write the letter, the main reason
was because the messenger pigeon would pass the letter on. The calligraphic style
that she used to write the letter was very lacking, there was only symbols from the
writing brush. Even she almost could not see the messy words, so that Yun would
believe that this was her letter, the best distinguish words would be the English
words.
The people who were present could see Zhuo Qings full confidence, but they did
not believe her, Zhuo Qing did not feel like explaining either, when they saw the
person at that time, they would naturally believe her!
Slightly moving to the side, Zhuo Qing said to Lou Xi Yans ear: Xi Yan, I want to
examine the corpses, you rest early, you will be busy tomorrow, I will return in a
moment.
Lou Xi Yan said with a low sigh: Your health is only a little good, it is already very
late, you can go tomorrow, ok. But he knew that she still wanted to go, sure enough,
Zhuo Qing insistingly said: I am in good spirits, there is Mo Bai to keep me
company, you do not need to worry about my safety. If the corpses are left for too
long, we will lose more information, I want to see the corpses as soon as possible!
Lou Xi Yan slowly nodded his head and answered: Fine, ok. If he did not allow
her to go, she would probably not go, but according to her temperament, she would
surely be angry, then she would rush out of the Prime Ministers manor early
tomorrow morning.
Zhuo Qing secretly relaxed her breath, she was really somewhat anxious, if Xi Yan
would not allow her to go, unexpectedly, he actually agreed, happily she mumbled
in his ear: Your tolerant will make me unable to help myself to love you even more,
good night!
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Dan Daren, can I go to examine the corpses now? Finished speaking, Zhuo Qing
turned around to walk to Dan Yu Lan, however, Lou Xi Yan was absentminded
because of the words that she said. Recovering, he could not help to break into
laughter, she seemed to already know how to pacify him.
Now? Dan Yu Lan was also alarmed, it was already passed zishi now (between 11
pm-1 am), carefully looking one glance at Prime Minister Lou, he only saw that his
expression was the same as always. Dan Yu Lan did not say anything either, then he
faced Lou Xi Yan with his cupped hands and said: Prime Minister Lou, this small
official says goodbye, if Madam wants to go, we can go, ok.
Zhuo Qing was following Dan Yu Lans party to leave, Lou Xi Wu finally recovered,
then foolishly looked towards Lou Xi Yan, she asked: Elder brother, why is sister
in law so interested with the corpses this much?
Lou Xi Yan kept silent, because he also wanted to know.
Qing-er was very familiar with the corpses, unexpectedly, her specialty level was
higher than Dan Yu Lan, she could not simply be interested with autopsy to achieve
this. Furthermore, there was Qing Mo, that woman was not only an ordinary
intelligent woman either, Qing-er and her affections appeared to be very good, and
were also very familiar, it did not resemble the kind that Qing Feng was familiar
either. He had this kind of feeling, that Qing-ers so called amnesia was only an
excuse, so should he investigate about this, or wait until she was willing to tell him
about this?!
Lou Xi Yan was lost in thought
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Chapter 88: The Missing Hearts In The Womens Corpses
This was the third time Zhuo Qing went to the Ministry of Justices prison to perform
an autopsy, perhaps this was the result of the recommendation that she gave to Dan
Yu Lan from the last time. This time, the inside of the autopsy room seemed to be
colder than the last two times, there were three womens corpses on the autopsy
table, their complexions were relatively paler when compared to a normal corpse.
Their bodies did not have any wound, except for the chest that had an extremely thin
cut, the corpses were spotlessly white as jade.
Zhuo Qing had a thick fur coat on her shoulder, with slim hands and sharp eyes, she
earnestly examined every skin and flesh on the corpses, even including the scalps,
inside of the fingers and other areas like that, she did not let anything slip by. Dan
Yu Lan, Lu Jin, and Cheng Hang were surrounding her, Mo Bai was standing not
too far away behind Zhuo Qing, he unexpectedly did but wear any thick clothing,
but he did not look shivering either, only his cold look could be comparable to the
ice cold room.
Lu Jin and Cheng Hang were very curious towards Zhuo Qing, Darens attitude was
very respectful towards her and he also believed in her, and she was cool headed
when she was facing the corpses, her autopsy procedure was very skilled to a certain
degree, she was absolutely an expert.
This time, Zhuo Qing did not explain the autopsy like before, she was rather looking
at the three corpses afterwards, raising her head, she looked one glance at the three
men who were by her side, and said: You can say the conclusion of your autopsy
first.
Lu Jin looked towards Dan Yu Lan, after he saw that he was nodding his head lightly,
he spoke out his opinion with a clear voice: The three deceased were women, the
time of deaths of the three people were different, but the whole bodies did not have
any other scar, all had a five inches long knife incision along the left side of their
chests. The edge of the wounds was even, sleek, the knife blade should be extremely
sharp, according to the circumstances of the wounds, we speculated that the murder
weapon should be a double edged dagger between six to seven inches in length. The
causes of death were the murderers incisions when he removed the hearts, then it
resulted in death. The deceased bodies did not leave any struggling scar, their facial
expressions were extremely in panic, I believed that they were being paralyzed by
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the acupuncture points, they could not move or shout, but they were actually clear
headed, so these kind of frightened expressions could appear.
What is your name?
Lu Jin failed to understand the reason why (she asked his name), but he still
answered: Lu Jin.
Smilingly looking at Dan Yu Lan, Zhuo Qing asked: Your student?
En.
Fairly nodding her head satisfyingly, Zhuo Qing smilingly said: A very good
prospect. He looked to be about 20 years old, right, with the autopsy resources at
the ancient time, he could have this kind of opinion, she thought it was pretty good.
The reason why she did not explain immediately today, it was not because she
wanted to listen to what they were saying, she actually wanted to know, the autopsy
skills at the modern time and ancient time, how much was the disparity if it existed
at all. Even though she did not dare to say, the autopsy level at the ancient time was
higher by a lot compared to the previous one, but she also hoped to be able to use
her own knowledge to pass it on to them as much as possible, and to influence their
autopsy views.
Holding back her smile, and looking at Lu Jins young face, Zhuo Qing lowered her
voice to say: With regards to those words that you said a moment ago, I basically
agreed, but there were two points that I would question. The first point, the cause of
deaths of the deceased, I believed it was because they lost too much blood and they
went into shock and dead (from hemorrhagic shock). That was a great amount of
blood loss that could not be replenished in time and it lead them to die. In order to
make them understand the meaning of going into shock, Zhuo Qing immediately
added the final sentence.
Once she finished saying, Cheng Hang immediately refuted: Their hearts were
removed, why could it not because they lost their hearts so they died? Even though
she was very cool headed when she was facing the corpses a moment ago, he also
believed her autopsy ability, but he was more convinced with Lu Jins autopsy
method. Except for Daren, he had not seen any better coroner than Lu Jin.
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The peoples hearts will stop pulsing in a quarter hour (see 1), it is not sufficient to
cause any death, and within that quarter hour, the artery will rupture, and cause a
great amount of blood loss and can cause death. Was there or was there not a great
amount of bloodstains at the crime scenes for these murder cases? Even though she
did not go to the crime scenes, but the corpses appeared to lose a great amount of
blood that caused their pale looks afterwards and their internal organs were withered,
it was already sufficient to prove the situation at that time.
Cheng Hang nodded his head: On the beds, on the floors, they were completely
covered by blood, what were so strange about the crime scenes that had so much
blood for these murder cases?
After the people died, the human body stopped to circulate the blood, the function
of the artery also stopped, if the quantity of blood was not much, one could only see
the injury part after death, and the large pool of blood would not appear that it
sprayed and splashed a great bloodstains. So much bloodstains appeared at the crime
scenes for these murder case, it could be explained that after their hearts were
removed, all of the deceased were still alive, until the blood circulations were
finished. (Yikes poor women what a horrible deaths).
The clear and cold voice of a woman was indifferent when she explained throughly
and in detailed, Cheng Hang did not understand these too much. Looking towards
Lu Jin, Lu Jins complexion was solemn, and he was staring at the corpse in a daze,
and Daren also had a pondering appearance, Cheng Hang also did not dare to say
anything again. Thinking, Zhuo Qing simply walked to the side of the corpse, she
said to Lu Jin who was still baffling: Come here.
Lu Jin had not yet recovered, but his legs already walked involuntarily to Zhuo
Qings side.
In general, the bleeding while one is living, the blood coagulation will occur soon
after, but the bleeding after death, the blood will not solidify. Furthermore, the
bleeding while one is living, there is a cellulose (see 2) net that will separate out the
tissue to bind it closely, it can not be removed by any water cleaning, but since the
blood will not solidify during the bleeding after death, then it can be removed by any
water cleaning. Using the glove on the side to rub the ice strongly, the glove was
somewhat moistened. Zhuo Qing lightly rubbed the deceaseds wound, the dry blood
did not have any change. Using her hand once again to smear the scarlet color near
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the deceaseds waist, lightly caressing, the color of blood already changed into light
color.
Lu Jin finally understood, this woman who was a half head shorter than him, she
could teach him the method on how to distinguish the blood, although he did not
know about these stuffs before, but she already used a demonstration to tell him.
Hurriedly cupping his hands to greet, Lu Jin thankfully said: Many thanks to
Madam who is giving this advice.
Zhuo Qing did not pay any attention to his gratitude, after seeing that he already
understood it, Zhuo Qing continued to say: The second point, you said that the
deceased was hit by a pressure point so she could not move, I felt that the probability
was unlikely.
Why? Lu Jin and Cheng Hangs eyes definitely showed doubtfulness, Zhuo Qing
did not wait until they asked either, with a cold voice, she said: In general, speaking
about hitting a pressure point, the principal of the acupuncture point should be hitting
a somewhat weak part of the human body and sensitive place, to make her numb,
limp and painful, maybe in pain and difficult to endure. Losing the ability to resist,
the deceased maintained this kind of posture from the start to finish and until she
died, if it was because of the hit on the pressure point, so she could not move, her
body would stay in the acupuncture point position, the blood circulation would
surely be affected. The area where she was hit by a pressure point would show a
retention of the blood vessel, and it could form a livor mortis (the bluish color after
death). You looked at the several livor mortis on the deceased, because the blood
losses were excessive, the colors of their livor mortis were relatively light, but they
only occurred on their backs (near the torso areas).
Lu Jin lightly lifted up the corpse of the recent Princess who died, there was really
only one stripe that appeared on her back, then he laid the body down lightly, Lu Jin
already convinced with Zhuo Qings explanation, spontaneously asked: Did
Madam find out anything more? Perhaps, she could look at more areas that they
had not looked before.
The murderer towards the human organs, especially at the heart position, it was
very distinct, from looking at the wound, the first time he put down the knife, he
chose the position on the left side of the clavicle, between the midline and the fifth
intercostal junction of the ribs, this was precisely the heart position, the cutting edge
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of his knife did not even leave a mark on the rib, he directly cut the cardiovascular
off, then using his hand to penetrate the rib and extract the heart.
This level of skill, it was similar like a butcher but it was impossible, even an
ordinary physician could not accomplish it either. Pointing at the third corpse whose
eyes were opened big, Zhuo Qing slightly shook her head, and said: I actually did
not find any more stuff, only some questions, the whole cases were the most peculiar
things, even the deceaseds facial expressions were extremely frightened, but their
bodies did not leave any scar, even the inside of their fingernails did not have any
bit of tissue. This explained that the deceased were completely in awaken states, but
they did not even struggle either. This was very strange, furthermore, the murderer
took their clothes off completely, but he did not assault them, what was the reason
that the murderer did this?
Dan Yu Lans thought also lingered about these questions all along, perhaps, if they
could resolve these questions, then they could manage to understand it throughly,
what was the murderers technique in committing these crimes after all. The three
dead bodies appeared to be conscious and awaken, and when Miss Lou suffered the
attack tonight, she actually did not have any idea about it. The murderer converted
his skill to kill people, or could it be possible that there were more than one
murderer?!
Zhuo Qings voice raised suddenly, gazing at Lu Jin, solemnly said: Lu Jin, while
you were explaining the autopsy a moment ago, you did not mention whether or not
the deceased was sexually assaulted, this was a very big shortcoming. You may feel
that male and female are different, but as a coroner, you should abandon this burden,
and do the thing that you should do.
Yes. Lu Jin slightly lowered his head, with regards to her words, he could not
refute anything, he had actually examined it, but he obstructed it from Madam
because she was a woman, so he did not explain it intentionally, who would have
thought that she harbored the thought, it actually gave him anxiety.
The time was late, she had seen the corpses, so Zhuo Qing took the gloves off, and
said: Dan Daren, the time is not early, I will leave first, with regard to the matter of
this case, I will look for you tomorrow at the government office to explain in detail,
ok. She was afraid if she returned very late, Lou Xi Yan was probably anxious
about her. Zhuo Qing secretly sighed softly, when did she start caring about him like
this, was this the heart having to bind ones feeling?! It seemed it was not too bad.
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Madam, please.
Zhuo Qing nodded her head, walked over to the outside door, Mo Bais tall and
arrogant silhouette followed behind her.
Zhuo Qings silhouette disappeared outside, Cheng Hang could not help to ask
finally: Daren, she, what is her background after all?
Still so young, but she unexpectedly understood about the corpse like this, moreover,
when she rebuked Lu Jin a moment ago, that imposing manner, it really made people
not dare to answer back, this woman, what kind of a person after all ah?
Facing the anxious and impatient pair of eyes, the eyes that were filled with abundant
interest, Dan Yu Lan forced a smile and shook his head, he did not know either, what
her background was after all
The Ministry Justices prison was not too far from the Prime Ministers manor, Zhuo
Qing and Mo Bai walked back, the moon already slanted to the west, the street was
clear, cold and tranquil. Mo Bai walked about 3-4 meters behind her, and did not
travel alongside her, Zhuo Qing suddenly stopped her footsteps, turned around to
look towards Mo Bai whose complexion was always cold and congeal, directly
asked: Mo Bai, if you have any word that you want to say to me, just say it, ok.
Mo Bai stopped his footsteps, for a very long time, he finally spat out several words
coldly: You should not leave the Prime Ministers manor when it was already so
late.
Zhuo Qing raised her eyebrows, she thought that he would hold back and not say
anything, but he was willing to say it, it was actually a good thing. Approaching Mo
Bai, Zhuo Qing returned to ask: You feel that as a woman, I should not walk around
anywhere this late, since I am already one of the person in the Prime Ministers
manor. I should take into consideration the Prime Ministers manor and Lou Xi
Yans identity, and obediently staying at home, is that the meaning of your words?
Mo Bais face was expressionless, he could not shake or nod his head. Zhuo Qing
anticipated earlier that he would respond like this, she did not pay any attention
either, with a self serving manner, she replied: I have my own integrity to deal with
the manner and principal, every matter has a sense of priority, if I get married with
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Lou Xi Yan, I will naturally act as the Prime Minister Madams identity as much as
possible when I do my things, but it is impossible to change the way I handle my
affair. If Lou Xi Yan can not accept this, or I can say, the Prime Ministers manor
can not accept this, I do not care if they throw me out, I, myself, know what I am
doing.
The way these two people got along, understood each other mutually and they
showed tolerance to each other in order to compromise on the course of event, she
knew this, but she, herself could not compromise some stuffs. Finished declaring her
position, Zhuo Qing looked towards Mo Bais complexion that became solemn and
not knowing what to think, smilingly said: Do you have any other word that you
want to say?
The serene depth of his blue eyes looked at the person in front of him who adhered
to perseverance, unpretentious woman without a mask, Mo Bais complexion was
cold and detached like before, his voice already restored normally like in the past,
and he answered: No.
Satisfyingly nodding her head, Zhuo Qings mood appeared to be good, smilingly
said: Very good, if you have any dissatisfaction with me in the future, you can raise
it out without any hesitation. If it is my fault, I will correct it as much as possible. If
I can not accept your point of view, I will explain it to you.
However, Mo Bai could not help but frowned, he answered: Madam does not need
to explain any affair with me. She was the master, he was the servant, she only
needed to command, and did not need to explain.
I feel that it is very necessary. Zhuo Qing still wanted to continue to say something,
Mo Bais expression was gloomy suddenly, lightly leaped forward to protect her
behind him, retreating all the way, both of them retreated to the corner of the wall.
Mo Bais tall silhouette obstructed all of her line of sights, she could not see Mo
Bais facial expression, but she could also sense that Mo Bais muscles were nervous
all over. The ordinary cold and detached appearance became more and more colder
now, Mo Bais peculiar made Zhuo Qing knew that there might be a danger that
would be arriving next.
Sticking closely to the wall, Zhuo Qing held her breath, listened carefully, she could
hear the sound of light and somewhat confused footsteps, the moonlight shined upon,
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a few long shadows were coming quickly towards the direction where they were
with the most speed
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Chapter 89: Retreating In Order To Advance
The shadow was from far and near, at lightening speed, but it sounded like the
footsteps were somewhat frenetic, Zhuo Qing narrowed her eyes towards the other
side where there were four people. Their hands were holding long double edged
swords, urgently rushing forward all the way, they turned around to look back with
flustered face frequently, they appeared to hide from somebody. It looked like they
did not come to clash with her, even though it looked like this, Mo Bai had not
relaxed and was still on alert as before, tightly waiting for a short period of time,
Zhuo Qing stood behind him to wait and see (not moving at all).
Just when they wanted to communicate together, some of them discovered Zhuo
Qing and Mo Bai, Mo Bai protected her behind him. His serene blue eyes showed a
trace of cold and cruel vapors, Zhuo Qing suddenly had this kind of strange feeling,
it seemed that the atmosphere beside Mo Bai became different, but this was
impossible, perhaps, it was only her misconception, right.
The four people clearly sensed Mo Bais murderous spirit, taking precaution and
fixing their attention on him, but they did not dare to act blindly without thinking
either. Their footsteps were still moving forward rapidly, just when they almost
brushed past, a trace of red shadow leapt down from a rubble by the side of the road.
Zhuo Qing stared blankly, this persons figure was very quick, without any sound,
as if this person appeared out of thin air like this, just liked a monster with a flicker
silhouette. Dazzlingly making people to have a burst of dizziness, recovering, she
already tangled with the four people who were anxiously rushing, a captivating long
red whip was on her hand, as if an alerted snake, blocking the way of the four people.
With one leap, the red shadow already stopped about one zhang (3.3 m) in front of
the four people, the red dress just like blood, the black ink hair like painting, pure
gold mask under the moonlight, radiating her expression that was the same as a cold
ray, mingling her body up and down, shrouding with a kind of unusual monsters
atmosphere, this person Zhuo Qing lowly mumbled: Ye Mei?
How could she be here?
The woman also swept one glance at her direction earlier, her cold eyes were slightly
squinted, her gaze stopped temporarily at Mo Bais body for a moment, indifferently
moving away her gaze soon and no longer looked towards them.
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Their complexions flashed through frightened expressions, the four people looked
one glance at each other, their expressions suddenly changed into desperation that
stroke with some cruelties, Zhuo Qing was fearful, she said to Mo Bai in a low voice:
Mo Bai, you go and help her, ok. Four people were against one person, these
people were all desperate criminals, Zhuo Qing was really worry if Ye Mei could
not deal with them.
No need. Mo Bais cold and congeal voice was just off, Zhuo Qing immediately
understood that she had her own groundless fears.
A dazzling raging flames of the long whip swept across the four people, defusing
their first round of the offensive match, the four people surrounded Ye Mei, with the
golden mask, they could not see her expression, gently raising the long whip, that
arrogant disdained and contempt were already shown in full light.
The four people were ashamed into angered, they raised their long swords together,
and stabbed at Ye Meis direction, only to see that she gently leaped and trampled
on the top of the four peoples swords to borrow the force from under her feet.
Spinning over, the long whip was slashing in the sky beautifully like a flow of ray,
the four people were all injured by the long whip, they fell backwards together, Ye
Mei gracefully landed on the ground.
Zhuo Qing secretly sighed, no wonder that Ye Mei could become Qiong Yues
second best bounty hunter, with this kind of skill, very dazzling! The long whip on
her hand was about 5-6 meters long, it was agilely waving on her hand, it seemed
like it was a part of her body and very obedient in general. If one wanted to control
this kind of soft weapon, it was actually not a very easy matter. And the long whip
was densely packed and filled with tiny barbs, they wrapped around on the top of
the long whip, one would not die but would be injured by it!
The one strike that happened a moment ago, already made four people to suffer
injuries, one persons injured condition among the four people was comparatively
lighter, it appeared that the momentum was not good, getting up from the ground,
he still thought to run away. The cold eyes behind the golden mask flashed through
a trace of ridicule, the long whip gently waved, the kind of fiery snake wrapped
around in that persons waist. Fiercely pulling the long whip, the barbs immediately
entered into the skin and flesh, during night time, the mournful yell resounded in the
night sky together, it made people unable to help to raise goose bumps on their whole
bodies!
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The other three people did not dare to move again, Ye Mei took out the long rope
from her waist, bound the four people together. Pulling the rope, the four big men
were shivering to get up, and walked over behind her to the direction of the Ministry
of Justices prison.
Zhuo Qing finally recovered also, urgently said: Ye Mei.
The red shadows footsteps stopped, but she did not turned around, Zhuo Qing called
out towards her back: I have some matters that I like to discuss with Ao Tian, Qian
Jing and you. Can you help me find them?
Jing Sas martial art was already strong, then added a group of the Imperial
bodyguards, they unexpectedly still let the murderer to run away, the murderers
martial art was high. Thus, in a bigger scheme, she was afraid that if Dan Yu Lan
was really able to find the trail of the murderer, when it was time to capture him,
nobody could become his opponent, then it would be in vain! It seemed that Ye
Meis martial art was quite good, Ao Tian would naturally even better, even though
Qian Jings martial art was ordinary, but his qing gong (that skill where one could
jump or move so quickly using ones inner power, I suppose) was very exceptional.
If they were helping to capture the murderer, it would have even more certainty, the
bounty hunters would work to catch people for money only, this thorny case, Dan
Yu Lan should be willing to part with this money, right!
Finished listening Zhuo Qings words, Ye Mei stood silently, lifted her feet to leave,
Zhuo Qing hurriedly called out again: In ten days, wushi (11 am-1 pm), I will wait
for you all at the Yue Lai tea shop. She did not answer, she (ZQ) automatically
interpreted it as if she agreed to it, making an appointment ten days in advance, her
strong card (GY) should be able to appear then, right!
Ye Mei did not stop her footsteps again this time, she also did not have any response,
leading along the long rope, the proud and aloof red shadow gradually disappeared
at the end of the road.
Zhuo Qing leisurely breathed a long breath, fortunately, they did not meet any big
inconvenient, otherwise, Xi Yan should be anxious again. Stretching her waist, and
looking towards Mo Bai who was still protecting her, Zhuo Qing excessively leaned
to the side and called out: Mo Bai?
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What was he looking at? Following his line of sight to look, one could not see any
shadow of a person anymore, Zhuo Qing lowly smilies and said: What are you
looking at?
Mo Bai covered up his blue eyes slightly, but still had that indifferent face,
nevertheless, he seemed to show a little nervous. Silently turning his body around,
Mo Bai followed Zhuo Qings back silently, but his heart that was like a thousand
years frozen lake, was like raging flames that was burned up by a big stream of
ravine.
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Returning very late last night, she did not disturb Lou Xi Yan, she also did not know
if he was already sleeping at that time, he already went out of the manor when she
woke up. Zhuo Qing was worry about Lou Xi Wus moodiness, so she decided to go
and see her.
Who knew that once she walked to the courtyard, she already heard her loud howling
voice: You get out, go away ah! I do not want to see you!
Zhuo Qing raised a trace of strange smile, and walked slowly to the inside courtyard,
as expected, she saw Jing Sa was standing on the side silently, his complexion was
dark as before, the always cold and black eyes carried a trace of deliberate hidden
suspicion and distressed, he was staring fixedly at the woman who was inside and
shouting at him.
Get out!! Finished speaking, one porcelain cup flew out of the window, it just
happened to smash at the side of Jing Sas feet, the porcelain was splattering.
Nevertheless, Jing Sas face did not change any color, he was still standing at that
place silently, but his complexion looked like thunder and lightening that occurred
at the same time
Zhuo Qing withdrew her feet, this girl, she started too fierce, ok.
Su-er was extremely frightened, even though Miss would always shouting and
quarreling with the Head Housekeeper Jing normally, but that was because he was
always running around in circles (being busy). Young master (LXY) specifically
made the Head Housekeeper Jing to keep close and protect her today, was this not a
good opportunity? Why was Miss develop this big temper Tremblingly
swallowing her saliva, in a low voice, Su-er asked Lou Xi Wu who was by her side
and already howling and flushing with anger: Miss, are you alright?
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Lou Xi Wu absolutely refused to acknowledge her, and continued to lowly howled

at the person who was outside the pillar: I do not want your protection, make my
elder brother to switch with the other person to come, you get out, get out!!
This was the time that she should show up, right, lowly coughing, Zhuo Qing
pretended not to understand and she asked: What is going on here?
While talking, Zhuo Qing walked over to the inside of the room, Lou Xi Wu saw
her, her eyes were bright, she immediately continued to hoot again: Order him to
leave!! I loathe him!!
Lightly frowning, looking towards the man who was behind and almost frozen, Zhuo
Qing softly sighed: Jing Sa, I think it will be better if you get out first, ok, guarding
her outside of the courtyard will be the same, it is broad day light at the moment,
something will not be happening.
The dark black eyes were deeply looking one glance at the woman with a cold face
inside the room, Jing Sa did not say anything, his tall silhouette was in a rage, and
he withdrew to the outside of the courtyard.
Zhuo Qing went into the bedroom, Lou Xi Wu waved her hand towards Su-er, and
said: Su-er, you retire first, ok.
Yes. Su-er cleverly retreated to give vent to anger, she still closed the door.
The door was just closed, Lou Xi Wu who was so violently aggressive a moment
ago, converted into a timid manner, in a low voice, she asked worryingly: Sister in
law, this thing, a moment ago, was it or was it not somewhat excessive? When she
threw out the cup a moment ago, her own heart raised to her throat.
Zhuo Qing smiled, and said: Not bad.
Defeatedly sitting down, her hands were supporting her chin, Lou Xi Wu grievingly
sighed: If he thinks that I make trouble without any reason, has no patient, and he
really goes away, what do I have to do? With great difficulty, she could see him
everyday, but she let her excessive mood to make him go away hurriedly now, it was
very difficult oh!
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Softly patting her discouraged face, Zhuo Qing smiled and said: Sometimes
romance will demand some lingering worries about personal gains and loses, every
time it is only you who is like this, not at all very happy, right? You should let him
taste a little, right. If you want to escape or do not want to see him next, when you
have or do not have something and just stare blankly, silently shedding tears,
melancholic and suffering are alright.
This was actually easier to achieve than making him to go away hurriedly, but
looking towards Zhuo Qing with some expectations and a somewhat worry look,
Lou Xi Wu asked: Will he really take the initiative to propose marriage? She put
a lot of efforts by his side these many years, everything that she should do, she had
already done it exhaustingly, but she still did not have anything. She really did not
dare to have any expectation, and was afraid if her wish was bigger, her
disappointment was also bigger!
Gently rubbing Lou Xi Wus soft hair, Zhuo Qing patted her shoulder, softly
comforting and she said: Be at ease, if he sincerely likes you, love you dearly, he
surely hates to part with you like this. If until the end, he is still unable to break away
from this so called senior and junior (master and servant), this kind of man, is not
worthy at all, is that not so?
En. Using strength to nod her head, Lou Xi Wu wanted to make her own resolute
decision, but there was another hooting voice inside of her heart, even if Jing Sa
remained unmoved until the end, would she really be able to let him go!?
Hey Perhaps still could not, right!
Using strength to slap her head to warn herself not to think too much again, otherwise
she would surely go crazy, pulling Zhuo Qings hand, Lou Xi Wu changed the
subject, she asked: Sister in law, you went to that yesterday autopsy, what did
you discover?
Zhuo Qing knew that she was only randomly looking for some words to speak with
her, but did she really want to discuss this with her?! Lightly knitted her eyebrows,
Zhuo Qing mockingly smiled: Do you really want to know?
E Swallowing her saliva, solely thinking about the corpse without heart that
was lying down inside the ice cold coffin, she already felt that her own blood ran
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cold. Hurriedly shaking her head, Lou Xi Wu forced a smile and said: Forget about
it.
Zhuo Qing shook her head and broke into laughter: Rest nicely, I will go first.
Very quickly, it was already in the afternoon, she still had an appointment with Dan
Yu Lan today.
Lou Xi Wu nodded her head, continued leaning her upper body on a desk and stared
blankly, Zhuo Qing shook her head and softly sighed, she wished that the lovers
could find a way to get married in the end, ok!
Leaving the outside of the courtyard, she just saw Jing Sas tall figure who was
standing at that place, his brows were deeply locked up, his face filled with a look
of worry. Looking at his appearance like this, Zhuo Qings mood changed to be
better accordingly.
Switching to a helpless look, and with an endless worry expression, Zhuo Qing
walked to the front of Jing Sa, with a low voice, she sighed: Jing Sa, Xi Wu, she..
does not want to see you, how about I speak with Xi Yan, and let you exchange
places with Mo Bai, ok.
Why? The cold and firm voice was somewhat urgent, very good!
After several times wanting to say something but then hesitating, Jing Sas cold eyes
was almost glaring at her hastily, Zhuo Qing faintly sighed and said: The matter
from yesterday, she can not forget all along, thinking of herself losing her
innocent. She likes you, you have already known this, rather than saying that she is
unwilling to see you, it will be better to say that she does not dare to see you. She
feels that her own self now, does not deserve you, I see that you do not like her, this
is also good. You do not need to be anxious that she will be sticking to you like
before. I am afraid she is unable to get over it on her own, or what she wants to do
with regard to this matter.
As her wish, when Zhuo Qing finished speaking, Jing Sas hands already became
into fists, the faint blue veins suddenly raised up, he looked like he was trying to
endure silently from his anger. Zhuo Qing was secretly happy in her heart,
pretending to helplessly wave her hand, she sighed and said: It is fine, I will speak
to Xi Yan, and have Mo Bai to switch over to protect her properly.
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No need. His firm answer flashed through a trace of impatient.
Zhuo Qing slightly frowned: Are you sure?
Zhuo Qing showed a worried expression for his appearance, Jing Sa directly swept
past her, and went inside the courtyard again.
Looking at the tall figure who was silently guarding from the outside of the door,
Zhuo Qings mouth could not help to raise gently, the trick of injuring oneself to
gain the enemys confidence, plus the trick of one must let loose in order to capture,
in the middle of the romance competition, was still the most effective weapon
eternally!! Sometimes the more the provocation, the more the effectiveness.
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The Ministry of Justice Official Business Hall
Prime Minister Lou. Being in charge of the investigation of the incident at the
Imperial garden, the Ministry of Justices official, Liu Hong, respectfully performed
a courtesy. Even though Lou Xi Yans face still had a gentle smiling expression, Liu
Hong was still nervous and he swallowed his saliva. After he accepted this case, he
knew that the one who fell into the water was Prime Minister Lous future wife (the
literal words were the wife he hasnt married yet), and the case was spearheaded by
the harem. The Emperor still put down the Imperial decree to handle it strictly, this
case was not good to be managed. Losing his job because of this case was not a big
deal, he was afraid to commit an offense to the other people whom he should not
commit an offense to, his small life could not be maintained.
His hand was holding the green tea, Lou Xi Yan asked with no urgency nor slowly:
How is the investigation?
Liu Hong hurriedly answered: Within the four palace eunuchs, one committed
suicide by biting his tongue, and the other three people did not admit to conspire to
murder Miss Qing. The four people were originally working at the domestic affairs
manor, they were Lu Zhi Hais subordinates, unknown small palace eunuchs.
Normally, they were handling small affairs during the day, slightly cautious, and
would not create disturbance kind of people.
Committed suicide by biting off his tongue.. Lou Xi Yans eyes flashed through
a trace of cold ray, his forefinger gently taping the teacup, he asked in a low voice:
Do they have any other people in their home? Where are they?
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Two of the people were purchased as childs trafficking into the Imperial palace,
inside the domestic affairs manor, they did not register any family member, the
other two, nobody knew about their families traces.
Find them! I do not want to hear the third persons without cause or reason death.
Before the matter enters or exits the Imperial gardens relevant people, interrogate
and inspect all of them, if there is any suspicion, you will have to report it
immediately. Not having any family, but they already committed suicides by bitting
their tongues, the ones whom families were missing, they would not admit even if
they would die? It seemed that the way she dealt with the aftermath, and in order to
tidy up, it was really quick, she was worthy to be the mistress of the harem for many
years.
Yes.
Lou Xi Yans voice was not high, but Liu Hong already sensed his annoyance, that
kind of oppression feeling, made him to hardly raise his head.
Gently putting down the teacup on his hand, Lou Xi Yan slowly walked out of the
official business hall, he was still gentle and elegant as before, nevertheless, Liu
Hongs whole body was sweating.
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Light muslin curtain, the lingering sound of the burning incense in front of the
temple, the lively stage, one golden Buddha with a mercy on his face was smiling.
Calmly standing at that place, the wooden fishs thumping sound, was over and over
again, peaceful and distinct, the side of the golden Buddha, there was a red
sandalwood Buddhas beads that emitted a faint fragrance, it could make a lot of
people to feel calm.
In front of the statue of Buddha, Yang Zhi Lan was still closing her eyes, her
complexion was peaceful and gentle.
The old momo was standing and waiting at the outside of the light muslin, the
wooden fish sound gradually halted. Yang Zhi Lans voice faintly came through
from the inner room: How did you manage the matter?
The Empress Dowager, please be at ease, the matter was already settled, they would
absolutely not dare to make any irresponsible remark.
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The old momo suddenly knelt down on the ground, she apologized in a low voice:
This time was this servants carelessness, and made the matter to fall through and
stand exposed, the Emperor Dowager, please punish.
The light muslin curtain was lightly raised, Yang Zhi Lan left the room slowly, the
old momo hurriedly got up and stepped forward to support her, her face did not seem
to have any anger, instead, there was a trace of faint smiling expression, she sighed
and said: It is fine, Qing Ling did not die, it could be regarded that her fate was
good, this time accident, was not really completely unrewarding either. At least,
Aijia finally discovered that Lou Xi Yan who was always perfect and invulnerable,
also had a weak spot.
Lou Xi Yan ah Lou Xi Yan, you should not let down Xuan-er, should not be Lou Su
Xins good nephew, more over, should not set yourselves against me!
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Chapter 90: Feeling Collapsed In Choosing The Wedding Gift List
It was already close to midday when she walked out of Lou Xi Wus courtyard, Zhuo
Qing decided to eat lunch before she looked for Dan Yu Lan. She still had not walked
to the reception pavilion, but she encountered Lou Xi Yan who was wearing a blue
garment in the middle of the courtyards small trail. Zhuo Qing said in surprise: Xi
Yan? You rarely return at midday, is there something that you have to do?
Lou Xi Yan was looking at her, smiling tenderly, he answered: There is something
that I have to do.
The day that she fell into the water a few days ago, Lou Xi Yan kept her company
for a long time, he must delay many affairs, Zhuo Qing nodded her head
understandingly, and she said smilingly: You get busy with your own matter, ok, I
will not disturb you.
Leaning her body, Zhuo Qing bypassed Lou Xi Yan to continue to walk forwards,
just before their bodies brushed past each other, a slender palm that was slightly cool
suddenly held her hand. Zhuo Qing was puzzled by it and she looked towards Lou
Xi Yan who was on her side, he only said with a touch of distress as if nothing to
laugh and say: Are you going out?
En. Zhuo Qing nodded in a daze.
Is it very urgent?
Shaking her head, Zhuo Qing truthfully answered: Not really, I have an
appointment with Dan Daren in the afternoon to discuss about the conclusion of the
autopsy, I am about to leave.
Then, it is good. Finished speaking, Lou Xi Yan was actually leading her hand,
and walking towards the direction of the gate.
Did he not return because he had something to do? Then, what did he want to do
now? Zhuo Qing felt stupid, her feet went along with Lou Xi Yans steps that was
in front of her all the way, she asked puzzlingly: Where are we going?
The afternoon sunshine was somewhat glaring, Lou Xi Yan was still walking
unhurriedly like before, walking the same way as if it was the third month of the
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spring time. The corner of his mouth was curving slightly to show that his mood was
not too bad, his slightly raised phoenix eyes were smiling to look at Zhuo Qing who
was still puzzled, he answered: I return at midday, just for the purpose of our
wedding preparation, since you are not in a hurry, we can do it together, ok.
Wedding Zhuo Qing hesitated for a moment, then she asked: What kind of
preparation? She really did not know what kind of preparation for a wedding in the
ancient time?
Lou Xi Yan smiled but did not answer, Zhuo Qing did not ask anymore, she allowed
him to lead her out of the Prime Ministers manor. Once they were inside the chariot,
and barely sitting down, Lou Xi Yan suddenly embraced her waist, he said next to
her ear in a low voice: You returned almost after wugeng watch period (between 3-
5 am) and did not have enough sleep either. Take a nap for a little bit, I will call you
when we arrive.
He knew when she returned? But she definitely saw that the lamp inside Lan Yues
building was dark, she thought that he was sleeping. Lightly leaning against his
shoulder, nesting in his embrace, breathing the faint, clear and cold odor from his
body, Zhuo Qing did not think that she would fall asleep, but a moment afterwards,
she was somewhat in a trance.
Looking at Zhuo Qing who was sleeping in his embrace defenselessly, Lou Xi Yans
hand was playing with her hair customarily, his brows were nevertheless, wrinkled
up unconsciously. The more he interacted with her, the more he felt that she looked
as if she was a mystery, doing what one would think and what one would consider,
it was different than an ordinary person, it made people not able to see her clearly
and completely. But even though it was like this, she dealt with this conduct openly
just like an expert, perhaps, she really had two entirely different personality traits, it
made him to be attracted and captured by her unconsciously. The previous him
would not deal with this matter like this, instead, he would find out about her clearly
and then consider it carefully if he wanted to invest sincerely, unfortunately,
everything seemed to come out extremely quick. This was the first time that he let
his own heart to follow and indulge in his own feeling, he could only hope that this
time, he did not lose in this bet.
The chariot stopped slowly, Lou Xi Yan was patting her cheek lightly, his soft voice
called out: Qing-er, wake up, wake up, we have arrived.
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Softly opening her eyes, Zhuo Qing was still somewhat muddled, but her expression
was restored quickly and orderly. Looking that she woke up completely, Lou Xi Yan
was leading her hand along to go out of the chariot.
Getting out of the chariot, they were standing in front of the small wooden building
with four floors, the front shop of the small building was decorated with a luxurious
style, the red wooden carved gate, the bluestone jade floor, the expansive bright lintel
door with a bold cursive calligraphy and written words Leng (cold) Yue (month)
Lou (building), these three big words. One man over forties stood at the front of the
small building to greet them, there were 5-6 waiters who were standing behind him,
the man saw them clearly in front of him, he welcomed them immediately. Looking
at Zhuo Qings scar on her face, the boss eyes flashed through a trace of difference,
but a businessman was a businessman after all, he concealed his mood properly, and
respectfully smiled and said: Prime Minister Lou, this person is certainly the
Madam, right, please come in quickly!
Following the man to enter the lobby, Zhuo Qing discovered, the design of this
restaurant was considered to be a display in originality. When one came in, there
was a small manmade pond in the middle, there were a lot of koi inside the pond,
the lounge was in the right side, there were already many people who were eating
inside. But the shop owner used a light muslin partition to do a hazy separation, the
people who were inside the lounge could not see who came in from the outside door.
They were standing here, and could not see clearly the people who were inside either,
the left side was the staircase, the steps were directly in between the small rooms,
the characteristic of this familys wine shop should be comparably good in term of
privacy, right.
Finally arriving on the third floor, the man took them to enter the most further private
room, the door was opened lightly, the ordinary private room would use a distinct
sandalwood, the faint jasmine fragrance was floating out, it made people to smell
the mysterious and pleasurable air, two people entered the inner room, and the man
quietly retreated out.
The inner room of the private room was very simple but it did not lose any taste,
under their feet was a huge and long peony flower carpet, one felt very comfortable
to step on it. A huge round table was arranged in the middle, two cozy benches were
put by the window, sitting down on the bench, one could look down on the bustling
street, because the perimeter was surrounded by many single story houses. The
horizon of the third floor construction was already very wide, there was this kind of
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calm, peaceful and comfortable feelings, Zhuo Qing lowly smiled: The
environment here is not bad. It should be regarded as Qiong Yues five star wine
shop, right.
Sitting down directly in front of her, Lou Xi Yan answered: This is the capitals
best wine shop, the best food and drink.
Zhuo Qing appeared to guess what Lou Xi Yans motive to bring her here in the end,
she smiled and said: Then, are we coming to set the banquet up today?
Lou Xi Yan did not conceal it either, indifferently smiled and answered: En, I need
you to taste, which food and drink you will prefer. There will be a lot of people at
the wedding on that day, the cook at home would have his hands full also, so I will
rather have the wine shop to provide the food.
With her hands on her chin and looking at Lou Xi Yan who was in front of her with
a distinct mysterious look, Zhuo Qing was puzzled: You can let Jing Sa to decide
on these matters and it will be good, the celebration will arrive quickly, are you not
busy? If he also slept about three to four hours last night, he must not sleep too long
either, but she could not see any sleepiness in him.
There was already a good steep hot tea on the table for a long time, Lou Xi Yan
picked up a porcelain cup, and poured a cup for her, and handed it over in her hand.
And he bowed his head to pour another one cup for himself, his mouth lightly said:
I am not really that busy either, you have said that you want to decide about the
design of the wedding ceremonial robe on your own last time. I think, you must wish
to use all of the objects that are chosen personally by you when we get married, right.
So, as it turned out, it was me who was not thoughtful enough.
Xi Yan separating by a porcelain cup, the warm temperature of his palm

passed on to her heart, because of the words that she just spoke without thinking it
through, he was keeping her company to try the dishes? Actually she merely
disliked the troublesome wedding ceremonial robe, nothing more. Nibbling the
corner of her mouth, Zhuo Qing did not know what to say for a moment.
Oh right, who are the special families in Hao Yue that you like to bring over, I will
send someone to go and get them to come over to participate for the wedding
ceremony.
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Lou Xi Yans sudden words, made Zhuo Qing moved from pondering to distressing,
she answered awkwardly: I do not remember which familiar relatives, my
parents have already passed away anyway, I do not think that we need to invite them,
right. How could she know if the Qing family still had some relatives?
Lou Xi Yan lightly put down the tea cup, and looked towards Zhuo Qing, he
answered seriously: I think I want to make your family be a witness when you
become my, Lou Xi Yan, official wife.
Zhuo Qings hand was trembling slightly, he was thinking to help her taking off the
gift reputation, to give her a descent wedding ceremony, and to make her raise her
head in front of her family, right? She was not Qing Ling, she did not pay any
attention to these stuffs naturally, but he really thought all of this because of Qing
Ling. Nodding her head, Zhuo Qing finally unable to evade any longer, smilingly
said: Very well, I ask Qing Feng.
Within the three Qing familys sisters now, only Qing Feng would know the specific
about the Qings family circumstances, ok, she and Gu Yun were not much
different (in term of knowing anything about the Qing family).
Prime Minister Lou, the dishes are ready, can we serve them? A mans voice came
through from outside the door, Lou Xi Yan looked one glance at Zhuo Qing, Zhuo
Qing nodded, and he said in a low voice: Serve them, ok.
The door was opened again, Zhuo Qing only saw the unending flow of people, not
long after, there were dished already piling up on the great round table, furthermore,
7-8 pots of wine.
The man walked to the front of the round table, cordially presented the dishes:
Prime Minister Lou, these are our Leng Yue buildings top rated dishes,
furthermore, these are a few earthen wine jars, they are stored for many years and
excellent wine, you and Madam, please taste them.
Lou Xi Yan elegantly answered: Good, you can retreat first, ok.
Yes, yes. The man hurriedly retreated to go out again.
Those dishes were sufficient to feed twenty people, they were piling up closely now,
yes, the dishes were piling up on the round table, Zhuo Qing could not help to break
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into laughter: Is it necessary to be this exaggerated? So many dishes, if I eat a bite

of each of the dishes, I will be full to the point of bursting!! No wonder, they did
not serve the dishes separately and slowly, she estimated that if they served it like
that, they would not be finished serving until dusk!
Lou Xi Yan swept a glance at the dishes on the table, his face also flashed through a
trace of helplessness and bitter laugh, it seemed that he did not anticipate this
circumstances either. Taking several bamboo sticks that were on the table and
handed them over to Zhuo Qing, Lou Xi Yan smilingly said: Then you just choose
and see which one you like to taste, if you think it is delicious, you can put one
bamboo stick next to the dish, it will be alright.
Fine, ok. It could only be like this
Zhuo Qing moved around the round table to see, there were indeed many dishes, she
could not see what kind of dishes clearly! Deciding to start from the closest dish,
and randomly eating a little, then it would be good. Her mouth was chewing the
dishes, Lou Xi Yan picked up the wine pot, he poured it in a small wine cup, and
passed it on to the side of her lips, Zhuo Qing shook her head and answered: I will
not choose the wine, I am not a big wine drinker normally, you choose the wine,
then it will be good.
She was originally not good with wine, after she became a forensic investigator, she
had never touched a drop of alcohol even more, making her to taste the wine, she
would not be able to judge the taste! It would be better to drop the subject for good.
Fine. Lou Xi Yan actually did not let her to continue drinking, it was rather he
already poured the good wine for himself, and accompanied at Zhuo Qings side.
Encircling the round table to eat the most outstanding group of dishes, Zhuo Qing
had not put out any bamboo stick that was on her hand. Staring at the delicious
delicacies on the table, Zhuo Qing puckered her eyebrows, Lou Xi Yan embraced
her shoulder, and asked: What is wrong? Is it not good? How about if we change
to another restaurant to try the dishes again.
Shaking her head, Zhuo Qing awkwardly answered: It is not that, I have eaten
almost 30 dishes, I think they are not bad, it is too hard to choose She was
almost full, but she had not selected any dish either, in any case, she could not want
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all of them, right. Crying for help and looking towards Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing tried
to curry a favor by saying with a smile: Or, you come, ok.
Lou Xi Yan put down the wine cup that was on his hand, smilingly took the
chopsticks from her hand and the bamboo sticks. Zhuo Qing was relieved, but seeing
him picking the meat up with the chopsticks, and giving it to the side of her mouth,
even though she was puzzled, but he was already feeding it to her mouth, it would
be better if she just ate it!
Opening her mouth to bite it, and chewing for several times, Lou Xi Yan asked:
How is it?
Zhuo Qing nodded her head: Delicious.
There was one piece of lotus that was sent up to her mouth, her brows slightly
wrinkled, facing Lou Xi Yans tenderness in feeding her, she still swallowed down
one bite.
How about this one?
Crisp, fresh and tasty, Zhuo Qing nodded her head repeatedly: En, en.
This one?
Her mouth finished chewing the food, one piece of crispy fried chicken wing was
waiting.
Not bad.
This one?
The fragrance of the chrysanthemum fish roll was tender and delicious.
Also good.
This one?
The fragrance of the osmanthus flower cake was sweet and smooth in her mouth.
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Still alright.
When one spoon of the lotus seed soup was sent up to the side of her lips, she really
could not eat anymore, looking over her head, Zhuo Qing asked with resentment:
Do you not say that you will choose? Why am I still the one who eats them?
Spreading out his hand, as it turned out, the bamboo sticks on his hand were already
used by more than half, Lou Xi Yan innocently answered: I am choosing ah.
Looking at the dishes on the round table, there was indeed more than ten dishes that
were already inserted with the bamboo sticks, as it turned out, his so called choosing,
was just passing it through her to eat the foods, then he picked his selection
afterwards?! He was a fraud!!
Firmly shaking her head, Zhuo Qing was not willing to eat again even if she died: I
really can not eat anymore. This trying of the dishes was not an easy job to do
either
Then, you do not need to eat anymore, these dishes that you like will act as the main
course, and then let the shopkeeper to choose some of the other dishes to send over,
that will be fine. Lou Xi Yan did not force her any longer, put down the chopsticks,
and helped her to sit down on the bench by the window, Zhuo Qing could finally
relax.
Someone comes.
The waiter who was outside, hurriedly answered: I am here. What instruction does
Prime Minister Lou have?
Serve the tea. The tea that was on the table was already cold.
Yes. Soon, one piping hot fragrance tea was delivered, Lou Xi Yan poured one
cup for her again, while he was handing it over to her, he said in a low voice: Drink
a little and rest for a while, we are going to choose the jade artifacts.
Zhuo Qings hand that was holding the cup trembled slightly, no way! Still wanted
to choose the jade artifacts?! Then, they would still need to choose the other things,
out of the question, she would collapse!! Continuing to choose like this again, she
could not say that she had a phobia in choosing things! Lightly coughing, Zhuo Qing
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seriously said: Xi Yan, you are so busy, I think the stuffs about the wedding
ceremony, we do not need to do it on our own, we can hand it over to Jing Sa to
handle and I will not have any complaint.
Are you tried?
Grievingly sighing, Zhuo Qing decided to be honest and said: It is not that, just
looking too many confusing things, about the wedding ceremonial robe the last time,
I said that I wanted to choose it on my own, I was actually afraid that it would be
extremely gaudy and grand. I was wearing that dress on that day and I was tired to
death. About the other stuffs, I really do not want to choose, it will be alright as you
wish.
Lou Xi Yans brows wrinkled because of this word it would be alright as you
wished, Zhuo Qing hurriedly supplemented and said: What I mean is, I will like
anything that you pick.
At this moment, the voice of the waiter outside asked: Prime Minister Lou, the boss
from Ning Cui Ge (the name of the jade store) is finally here.
As it turned out, he already arranged it. Fine, ok. Then we could just choose, right.
Lou Xi Yan did not know what to do, he had not spoken yet, Zhuo Qing simply
called out with a clear voice: Come in, ok.
Pay respect to Prime Minister Lou, Madam. A tall and thin middle age man
cautiously and solemnly walked in, behind him, there were a couple of young people
who were carrying two big wooden boxes on their hands, they put the boxes on the
lower table and opened them in front of the bench. There were fine pearls jade inside,
just looking at the colors and lusters, one could know that they were absolutely rarely
seen and valuable objects.
Lou Xi Yan lightly waved his hand, the middle age man hurriedly smiled from a
distance and said: These are our Ning Cui Ges valuable objects, Madam can
choose slowly.
The three people retreated out, Zhuo Qing picked up a piece of dark green jade
consciously and played with it, then she put it down again. She never liked to wear
jewelry in the past, especially jewelry that she had to wear on her hand, she could
not wear it even more. Because it was inconvenience during an autopsy, and thus,
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she did not understand and appreciate fine jade too much. Both of the big boxes were
full of jewelries, she merely swept one glance at them, and did not especially like
anything.
Just when she wanted to surrender one more time, and picked a couple of the same
jewelries randomly to complete her mission, however, without paying any attention,
looking at the furthest corner of the box, there were a pair of small and big white
jade gourds. Zhuo Qing took them on her hand and fiddled with them, the jade
gourds were sparkling, translucent, pure and transparent. There was a smooth and
moist feeling on her hand, that small jade gourd was a little bigger than an average
peanut but it was still small, that big jade gourd was bigger than a thumb slightly,
the glossy jade pearl was small, exquisite and adorable and Zhuo Qing really liked
the style.
You like this one? Lou Xi Yan was always watching her expression, women liked
beautiful jewelries in general, but her interest was lacking, until she saw these pair
of small things.
Zhuo Qing happily nodded her head: En, very adorable.
The quality of these pair of jade gourds was average, the carving was simple, their
only strong points were merely because they looked adorable, she liked them so it
was good. By the side of the small box, taking out a dark green string, Lou Xi Yan
made a knot in the middle of the gourd, and he put it on her tenderly, a slight cool
jade was on her chest, very comfortable. Zhuo Qing picked up another small jade
gourd, took it on her palm to fiddle with it, Lou Xi Yan slightly raised his eyebrows,
smilingly said: Are you going to give me that one?
Zhuo Qings hands stopped, laughingly looked at the grieving face of Lou Xi Yan
who was in front of her, mockingly said: I think Prime Minister Lou Daren does
not dislike to wear jewelry. She seemed to have never seen him wearing any
jewelry, even the most common men wore jade ornaments, but he rarely wore
anything either. And she knew it herself, that the one she chose was not anything
that was too precious of an object, how did she know what he wanted to ask?!
He was spreading his palm out to her, Zhuo Qing could only take the other pair and
handed it over to his hand, easily taking out the string to tie the jade gourd on, Lou
Xi Yan agilely took the string to put it on his neck, his mouth did not have a way out
and sighed lowly: I can not do anything about it, who makes these as a pair.
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Truly speaking, this small jade gourd that was on his body, and his elegant and
refined manners were really somewhat incompatible. Zhuo Qing did not give any
face and laughed in his embrace, Lou Xi Yan could only helplessly embrace the
woman who was laughing crazily, was it really that funny!?
With great difficulty, she had enough laughing, Zhuo Qing held the small jade gourd
and put it in front of his jacket, in order to consider his image, this did not need to
be hung on his neck, it was best that she was the only one who could see this thing!
The two of them were sitting next to the window and teasing each other, Zhuo Qing
accidentally looked towards the outside of the window, nevertheless, she
unexpectedly saw a touch of indifferent and cold white image.
Su Mu Feng?
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Chapter 91: Unexpected Discovery
Su Mu Feng?
At midday, the street downstairs was filled with peoples voices, unusually lively,
but he was actually the best person whom one could recognize, with a white clothing
in the middle of the prosperous city center, he stood out. Walking slowly, all of the
noises were unable to get close to him, many people were looking at him with
admiration, but that indifferent and estranged personality did not let anybody dare
to get close to him.
Following Zhuo Qings line of sight, Lou Xi Yan could easily find Su Mu Fengs
tall figure.
Are you familiar with him? Zhuo Qing was looking at Su Mu Feng who was
downstairs, and she quietly asked.
Lightly shaking his head, Lou Xi Yan was also watching attentively at the man who
was walking leisurely downstairs among a tide of people, faintly answered: I am
considered an old friend with the Su familys master, Su Lao Ye (this lao ye isnt a
name, LXY calls him lao ye as a form of respect because hes an older guy), when I
was young, he also taught me how to play the zither skill. Su Mu Feng is one of the
Sus family children, his music attainment is the best. He played a song, Feng Hai
Chao, at the celebration six years ago, it made him famous in the whole world. Many
people admire his reputation and want to became his student, but he has never
accepted any student. He will only give a few directions, but he will not teach for
more than ten lessons, and even more, he will never repeat to give direction to one
person for the second time! Even though he is like this, the famous families who are
requesting him to teach the skill are still numerous as before. I can request him to
teach Xi Wu this time, it is because of a lot of efforts!
So you can say, that he has taught a lot of people? No wonder he only gave Xi Wu
four lessons and then left, this so called capable person was strange, he seemed to
be somewhat eccentric.
Within the capital, if one figures the offspring of the famous families, all of them
will issue the invitations to him, I guess half of the prominent sons of the officials,
honorable daughters, they can be considered his students. Looking at Zhuo Qing
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who was in high spirit, Lou Xi Yan lowly smiled and said: Why are you so
interested in him?
Propping her cheeks, calmly looking back at Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing lowly sighed
and said: He gives people this peculiar feeling and is very attractive. The tranquil
and distant personalities should make people to be carefree and relaxed, but he also
had this indifferent and icily arrogant personalities. He gave people some oppressed
feeling and was very different than any average person, she could say what kind of
feeling
Lou Xi Yan was smiling, Su Mu Feng was indeed a peculiar person, but she did not
need to be this honest to discuss this with him, saying how another man was very
attractive, ok!
The original clamor in the summer time was somewhat in commotion, a screaming
sound and a hysterical sound of horses hoofs gave a jolt of surprises in great waves.
The horses are frightened! Get out of the way, get out of the way!!
Following the chariot was a violent roar that was followed from far and near, a pair
of violent horses were pulling a chariot in a rush, advancing and coming towards the
city center quickly. It was colliding with the roadside vendors stalls from time to
time, the people who were walking, had to hide and flee all over the place. Even
though they were able to avoid the chariot promptly, but they were tripping on
something from the roadside and leaning unsteadily from side to side.
Get out of the way!
The flustered shouting and along with the pedestrians shrieking, the chariot
continued to rush quickly and madly, across from Leng Yue building was a row of
small shops that were selling ornaments. There were many people who were
gathering at the shops, the great majority among them were women. If the chariot
was rushing hurriedly to come, there would surely be a lot of people who would not
be able to hide!
Lou Xi Yans expression was dark, he lowly called out: Mo Bai!
His words were just left, one quick silhouette was already risen and fallen, he was
advancing right in front of the chariot in flying speed. Agilely getting behind the
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horseback, Mo Bai grabbed both of the reins of the horses, exerting his physical
strength, he pulled them backward. But the wild startled horses were like the insane
ones, after several mournful neighs sounds, the unexpectedly crazier horses were
advancing towards the crowds quickly. Mo Bais eyes transferred a trace of strange
ray, his body suddenly jumped up, with one fierce blow, his iron fist hit the horses
heads. The pair of insanely running and startled horses did not have any opportunity
to shout, the tall horses loudly tumbled on the ground, and the chariot finally stopped
also.
Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Yan could finally relax at the same time, looking one glance
at each other, they walked down to the building to look over.
On the second floor of the private room, a trace of red shadow was half leaning by
the side of the window, her hand was holding a long whip firmly to watch at the
horses that collapsed afterwards. Slowly relaxing, the cold eyes stopped temporarily
on Mo Bais body for a moment, and then, she withdrew her line of sight
indifferently.
Even though the chariot already stopped, but there were many people who were
already injured by the mad horses all along, one 60 years old man was standing near
the area where the chariot stopped in a split second, he was frightened and firmly
fell to the ground.
Su Mu Feng was also standing not too far from the area that the chariot stopped at
that time, the disturbance also made him to have lingering fears a moment ago, only
the expression on his face was already indifferent, one could not see any flustered
expression. The old man fell on the ground, many people already surrounded him,
Su Mu Feng crouched beside the old mans body, he asked in a low voice: Are you
alright?
Falling and sitting up on the ground he covered his leg with his hand, the old man
painfully answered: My leg hurts very much.
Su Mu Feng who was always tranquil certainly, stared blankly and swallowed his
saliva, staring blankly at the uncles leg, but he did not have any movement to step
forward. At this time, Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Yan already joined the crowd, looking
that Su Mu Feng who was staring blankly and crouching at the side of the old man,
Lou Xi Yan called out in a low voice: Su Gongzi.
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Su Mu Feng recovered, and got up to retreat one step, he turned his head and said:
Miss Qing, Prime Minister Lou.
The old mans face filled with painful appearance, Zhuo Qing crouched at his side,
quietly said: Uncle, let me examine your wound.
The old man nodded his head, Zhuo Qing carefully lifted up his right leg that was
injured, lightly raised his trouser, some scarlet blood already flew on his ankle. Zhuo
Qing carefully gave an examination on the condition of his injured leg, she quietly
consoled and said a moment later: Uncle, your leg is alright, but you must not move
randomly. Fortunately, the impact when he fell on the ground was not big, it was
only a scrape and a slight fracture to the calf.
Good. The old man promptly nodded.
Someone comes, send the injured people to the nearest doctors office. This
chariot that was rushing madly all the way, the injured people were more than just
this one old man. Qiong Yue had a law long time ago, the horse was not allowed in
the city center, the capital country was not allowed to whip horses to rush madly. If
he did not put a stop promptly on todays situation, he did not know how many
people would be injured! Lou Xi Yan said with a cold voice: Mo Bai, capture that
person who has driven the chariot, send him to the government office, let the
authorities do the investigation rigorously.
Yes.
The people on both side of the roads were cheering in loud voices continuously, and
also towards this person who had an excellent reputation but he was extremely low
profile. He was Qiong Yues famous Prime Minister, and they grew more respects
and admirations in their hearts.
Drowning out of the crowd, one tall and one short shadows quietly withdrew from
the tide of people, and entered the side of the alley, the youngster slowly stopped his
footsteps to look at the incomparable honest, bright, pure eyes that flew by the
midstream of ray, slightly raised his voice with a trace of ridiculing spirit, lowly
smiled and said: That person is the legend Lou Xi Yan?
The tall person who was behind him half lowering his body respectfully, he
answered: Precisely.
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The youngster nodded his head, the corner of his mouth that was smiling was even
more dense, it seemed that the Imperial father did not deceive him either, this Qiong
Yue seemed to be very interesting.
On this side, Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing just finished handling the Uncles injury,
there was a gently sound of a man who was yelling behind them: Gongzi! Gongzi!
Zhuo Qing turned her head around, she only saw Su Mu Fengs complexion turned
pale, his head was filled with sweat, his breathing was urgent at once and slow at
another time, his eyes were half closing before he dropped and sat on the ground.
His appearance was even more miserable than the Uncle a moment ago, Zhuo Qing
walked to his side, lowly asked: Su Gongzi, are you alright?
Su Mu Feng not only did not answer her words, his eyes were closed, immediately
passed out!
Su Gongzi?! Zhuo Qing stared blankly, her one hand grabbed his wrist to check
his pulse, and her other hand looked over his eyelids, his pulse was thin and weak,
his breathing was weak, it seemed that he really lost consciousness.
He was still well a moment ago, the horse did not bump into him, he should not
sustain any injury, right? Why did he suddenly lost consciousness, could it be that
he had some illness?
Lou Xi Yan already came to her side, looking at Su Mu Feng who remained
unconscious, he sighed and said: We will send him to the doctors office first, ok.
The person who was always supporting Su Mu Feng, the young man who was
wearing a familys servant clothing, even though there was anxiety on his face, but
he said assuredly: No need, let Gongzi rests for a moment and it will be good.
Zhuo Qing asked: Does Su Gongzi always have some kind of an old illness?
Gongzi, he The man paused for a moment, then stammeringly answered:

Gongzi, he is afraid of blood.
Afraid of blood? What kind of illness was this, there was no blood a moment ago
either ah? Lou Xi Yan was somewhat stunned, but Zhuo Qing already understood it
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clearly. As it turned out, Su Mu Feng had blood phobia, then he did not really need
to go to the hospital. Zhuo Qing said to the Imperial bodyguards who were on the
opposite side: You help Gongzi to Leng Yue building to sit for a while, ok.
The delegation of men were supporting Su Mu Feng to the private room at Leng Yue
building and they sat him down on the bench, the young man was half kneeling in
front of the bench, carefully wiping his cold sweat. Zhuo Qing sat on the other bench,
quietly asked: Is you family Gongzi always feeling sick when he sees blood?
The man nodded his head and sighed: En, everybody in the Su family knows that
Gongzi can not be exposed to see blood, he will faint when he sees blood from
childhood! The doctor has seen him, but he is not getting better.
The blood phobia disease was just a type of phobia, having a doctor to see and check
on him would definitely not useful! Only seeing a little bit of blood that was flowing
out of the leg like that, he already fainted, Su Mu Fengs illness was quite serious.
Gongzi, you have awaken! After a good while, Su Mu Feng finally opened his
eyes slowly, his face was still as pale as a paper, the cold sweat was dripping, with
the support from the man, he could barely straight his body up.
Taking the tea and handing it over to the young man, Lou Xi Yan quietly said: Su
Gongzi, drink a little hot tea, ok.
The young man carefully took the hot tea and handed it over to the side of Su Mu
Fengs lips, Su Mu Feng reached out to take the teacup. His hand was unexpectedly
still trembling a little, sitting for a while, he was slowly relaxing back. His lips had
a little color, placing the teacup that was on his hand, Su Mu Feng lowly said: Thank
you, Prime Minister Lou and Miss Qing, I make you to be ridiculed.
Zhuo Qing shrugged her shoulders, smilingly said: Feeling sick when seeing blood
is a type of common illness, Su Gongzi does not need to care about it too much.
Actually, one big man would faint when he saw blood, it was somewhat funny,
nothing more, but because of this, the him who gave this indifferent, proud and
aloofs appearance, it seemed to look more like an ordinary person a little.
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His complexion was somewhat embarrassed, Su Mu Feng uncomfortably stood up,

and said: I already feel a lot better, I will not disturb the two of you, Su mou will
bid goodbye.
Lou Xi Yan did not block his path either, smilingly answered: Su Gongzi, please.
Su Mu Feng turned around to leave, Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Yan looked one glance
at each other, and smiled.
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Government Office Study Room
Dan Yu Lan was just about to open the folder, Lu Jin was standing at the gate, he
said in a low voice: Daren, Prime Minister Lou and Madam are already here.
Lifting his head up, Dan Yu Lan looked at the sun who was already slanting to the
west, he answered: Hurry and invite them in. He thought that Qing Ling would
not come today, who would have thought that she would come with Prime Minister
Lou together. It seemed that even though there was still 25 days from the deadline
time, however, the Emperor was already losing his patience.
Yes. Lu Jin went out for a moment, then he took Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing to
come in, he came back with Cheng Hang who just came back from investigating the
case . He appeared to be very curious about Zhuo Qing, once he heard that she came,
he immediately and hurriedly came over.
Dan Yu Lan got up to welcome them, cupping his hands and he said: Pay respect
to Prime Minister Lou, Madam.
Lou Xi Yan smilingly answered: Dan Daren, it is not necessary to be too polite, the
Emperor hopes that you can solve this case as quickly as possible, he has ordered
me to help you to solve the case promptly.
It was indeed like that, Dan Yu Lans complexion was the same as always, he simply
answered faintly: Many thanks to Prime Minister Lou.
Dan Daren is too polite. Lou Xi Yan was also accustomed to this empty response.
Zhuo Qing turned around and rolled her eyes, within the bureaucracy, every time
they met each other, they would exchange this empty conventional greetings!
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Waving her hand, Zhuo Qing who was somewhat impatient, interrupted their words:
Ok la, do not speak too many conventional greetings like this, directly talk about
the subject! Apart from the time of the first deceaseds time of death, it was already
one month, what doubtful points did you discover?
Lu Jin and Cheng Hang looked one glance at each other, both of them pursed up
their lips tightly, and did not dare to utter some laughs. This Madam was indeed a
quick person with some quick words, she did things on her own ways, but what kind
of people were Dan Yu Lan and Lou Xi Yan. Facing Zhuo Qings impatience, both
of them did not show any embarrassed appearance. Dan Yu Lans complexion was
still the same as always, looking towards Cheng Hang who was bowing his head to
laugh, he said: Cheng Hang, you speak next.
Suddenly hearing his name, Cheng Hang lightly coughed and pushed down his
smiling expression, hurriedly raised his head, and seriously answered: There are
two biggest questions now, I have not been able to figure out all along, all of the
deceaseds rooms, the door and the windows are closed securely. After the murderer
killed the person, how did he leave after all, could it be that he could fly to the sky
to escape? Furthermore, we have not understood the murder technique that this
murderer is using. How did he accomplish making the deceased unable to struggle
free without tying them, and looking at him helplessly when the murderer took out
their hearts and left!?
Lou Xi Yans brows lightly knitted, this case was indeed thorny, one month, Dan
Yu Lan unexpectedly had not figured out the murders technique of the murderer,
this one month period, he was afraid that it was useless.
Lu Jin continued to say: During the investigation, we found afterwards, that there
were several common grounds for all the three deceased, first, they were all at the
thousand silk pavilion to order the embroidered silk fabric for their clothing. Second,
during this time, they were all learning the zither from Su Mu Feng, and third, the
inside of their rooms had sandalwood fragrances.
They suspected Su Mu Feng! Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Yan looked one glance at each
other, Lou Xi Yan smiled and said in a low voice: Dan Daren, we ran into Su Mu
Feng on the road a moment ago, we have discovered one very interesting thing.
What is it? Making Lou Xi Yan to call it an interesting discovery, he was

somewhat curious also.
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When he sees any blood, he will faint.
Cheng Hang lowly called out: Is there something like this? He would faint when
he saw any blood? What kind of strange illness was this?!
Zhuo Qing lowly smiled, and explained: This is very normal, the majority of girls
will somewhat feel sick when they see blood, only relatively not too serious. The
probability of the men who have blood phobia is probably small, but there is some
men who have this phobia, he definitely has the kind that is more serious.
Is it possible that he will pretend to feel sick when he sees blood? Lu Jin had heard
that there was someone who was afraid of blood before, but when they thought that
he was suspicious, he just happened to meet Prime Minister Lou by accident, and he
had blood phobia?
Zhuo Qing shook her head, with a heavy voice, she answered: The possibility is not
big, his complexion was pale a moment ago, his limbs were cold, it did not look like
he was pretending. Moreover, according to the Su family servants explanation, Su
Mu Fengs illness is from childhood.
From childhood?! Since it was like this, or the Sus family was lying, or there was
already a proof, Su Mu Feng could not be the murderer. It seemed that they found
one breakthrough with a great difficulty, but they had to declare failure again!
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Chapter 92: Gu Yun Returned
Night Time
Zhai Xing Pavilion
The midsummer night was somewhat hot and stuffy, the night wind was brushing
away, it made people to have this kind of tipsy feeling. Zhuo Qing was half leaning
against the front of the window, gazing at the brilliant stars on the sky, lowly
mumbled and said: I finally know, why this place is called Zhai Xing pavilion. (
-zhai-to pick -xing-star).
Looking at the stars from here, it appeared the stars were brighter and flasher, as if
one could reached out to pick and collect the stars from ones hand. The stars on the
sky were very bright, the full radiance of the full moon seemed to lose its splendor,
she had not seen a beautiful night sky like this for a very long time, ok. The sparkling,
translucent and soft radiances made Zhuo Qing could not help to sigh and say: The
night sky is really different without any pollution within the environment.
Behind her, a pair of slender and spotless white hands had encircled her waist, he
was holding a pamphlet on his hand, handing it over to her front, Lou Xi Yans soft
voice echoed on the side of her ear: You can look to see whom you want to add.
Zhuo Qing bowed her head to sweep it one glance, shook her head, smilingly said:
No need to see, I am good with your decision. This was a wedding ceremonys
guest list, right. She originally did not have anybody whom she had to invite, Qing
Feng wrote those so called relatives, whether or not she looked at it would not
make any difference.
Is Qing Feng alright in the Imperial palace? After the last time, she had not
entered the Imperial palace, for this invitation list, she just let her write a letter to
plan it, she also did not know whether or not her life was good in the palace.
Closing the pamphlet and put it aside conveniently, then holding her to sit on his
embrace, Zhuo Qing conveniently leaned on his bosom, she seems to accustom to
his hug.
She was only wearing a thin unlined garment during the midsummer, this kind of
warm fragrance and soft like jade was in his bosom, Lou Xi Yan could not help to
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breathe tensely. He felt a kind of selfishness, and was unable to part with the warm
feeling in his embrace, he could only fiddle with a trace of smooth and soft hair,
while he was absentmindedly answered: She has been doted on by the Emperor
recently.
Zhuo Qing frowned her eyebrows: Strictly speaking, this can not be good lo?
Lou Xi Yan stopped his hand and stared blankly, laughingly asked: Why are you
thinking like that? The women in the harem, being doted on by the Emperor, was
it not a good thing? What was she thinking?!
Yan Hong Tian is a temperamental man, getting his doting, it is not necessarily a
good thing either, she will stir up some jealousies from the other women in the
harem, Qing Feng does not have any power in the Imperial palace, does not have
any supporter either, I am afraid that her days will be even more difficult, right. She
absolutely did not remember what kind of offense that she committed to Yang Zhi
Lan, and she already almost lost her life. If it was only because of Yan Ru Xuan, it
should not be this vicious and merciless, within the surviving law in the harem, the
Emperors doting should be a double edged sword, right.
Leaning on Lou Xi Yans bosom, Zhuo Qing slightly raised her head, and said: Xi
Yan, Qing Feng, as a girl, living in the Imperial palace is not easy, can you or can
you not use your ability within your power to take care of her for me?
Slowly nodding his head, Lou Xi Yan softly said: I will.
After all, Qing Feng was also his sister in law, he would naturally not just watch
without doing anything, but, Qing Feng did not appear to be as simple as Qing-er.
She was very close to Imperial concubine Hui recently, and Imperial concubine Hui
was actually the Empress arch enemy. She entered the fraction within the harem to
fight on her own, it was not simply because she wanted to enjoy the cool air like this
simple, right.
Xi Yan Zhuo Qings low voice echoed.
En? Lou Xi Yan recovered.
Your hands Zhuo Qing lowered her head, to stare at Lou Xi Yans slender
fingers that stopped temporarily at this area.
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The warm and soft feeling on his hands made Lou Xi Yan to stare blankly, his hands
were really trying to find a very comfortable place. His breathing was also somewhat
sluggish because of Zhuo Qings gradually faster heartbeats, there was still one
month before the wedding day, he seemed unable to wait for that long
The fragments of kisses and disorderly breathing, all the way down on her slender
shoulder, Zhuo Qing did not resist, since she set her eyes on him, when the
relationship happened, would there be any difference? Furthermore, the night scene
appeared to be not bad tonight, turning her body around, Zhuo Qing was encircling
his neck, her cherry lips were greeted with warm breaths, and sealing it on his
lips
Madam! An urgent voice from a woman came through from the outside of the
courtyard, she already entered the side of the gate very quickly, then a soft knock on
the door echoed.
Lou Xi Yans hands that were holding her waist were stiff, his breathing was hurried
and brief like before, but his complexion became gloomy because of this sudden
disturbance.
This voice was Xi Wus maid, could it be that girl had some matter? Softly
patting Lou Xi Yans hands, Zhuo Qing made a let go sign with her mouth, Lou
Xi Yan was definitely not willing to let his hands go.
The Imperial bodyguards did not come to report, Xi Wu should not have any matter,
this was already the second time that they were disturbed, it would be difficult for
Lou Xi Yan not to feel depressed!
Opening up the door, she surely saw Su-er whose face contained a worrys look and
she was standing at the outside of the door.
Su-er, what is the matter?
Su-er anxiously answered: Miss has not eaten anything for the past few days, she
is in tears and muddleheaded all day long, she is quickly losing weight now,
regardless what this servant asks or coaxes, it is not useful, Madam, please go and
look, ok!
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This girl, made her to be like this, she did not need to be like this completely, right,
waiting until Jing Sas stone heart to be melted, she already played with her own
small life! Retreating back one step, Zhuo Qing smiled at Lou Xi Yan who was still
sitting by the window with a cold face and said: I will look at that girl to see what
is going on.
En. Lou Xi Yan lowly humphed, his complexion was really ugly like before, Su-
er heard Lou Xi Yans voice and could not help to stare blankly, as it turned out,
Master was here ah, then when Madam opened the door a moment ago, with a
flushing look on her face
She seemed to be in trouble
Withdrawing her neck, Su-er did not dare to look one glance at Lou Xi Yan who was
inside the room, following Zhuo Qings back like a wisp of smoke (disappearing in
an instant) and she ran out, only Lou Xi Yan was left behind on his own sitting in
front of the window suffering from pent up frustration.
When they arrived quickly at the gate of Lou Xi Wus courtyard, Zhuo Qing said to
Su-er who was behind her: Su-er, I will go to console Xi Wu first, you prepare some
food to bring over.
Yes. Su-er nodded her head, and ran towards the kitchen.
Her heart was thinking on how to explain to this girl, she only wanted her to pretend
that she did not have any appetite, it was not that she should really not eat! At the
gate of the courtyard, Zhuo Qing did not see Jing Sas shadow, could it be that he
already left?
Entering the inside of the courtyard, Lou Xi Wus dispirited voice came through
from the inside room: You go out, I do not want to eat.
Open your mouth. Said a cold and firm voice of a man that was completely lack
of feeling.
Zhuo Qings footsteps were lagging, Jing Sa?!
With light footsteps, Zhuo Qing did not dare to be too close, she was afraid that Jing
Sa would discover her, secretly retreating to the door so she could see with her
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narrowed eyes. In the inner room, Lou Xi Wu was resting her body on the table
dispiritedly, her thin and pale complexion, with her perplexed eyes that seemed to
really look bad. Jing Sas tall figure was standing by her side, his hand was still
holding a bowl of soup. But because of the problem of the position where she was
standing, Zhuo Qing could only see the side of his face, under the candle light, she
could not see his expression on his suntanned face, only his persistent cold voice.
Holding her head towards her side, Lou Xi Wu listlessly said: I am not eating, you
go away.
Open your mouth!
This time, Jing Sa directly put a spoonful of soup on the side of her mouth, but Lou
Xi Wu did not appreciate his kindness at all, lifting up her hand, she pushed it away,
and glaring at Jing Sa, she scolded with a low gasp: I am not eating! My matter
does not have any relation with you, you do not need to care.
The hot soup was spilling on Jing Sas hand, since she was standing too far away,
Zhuo Qing could only see his hand, she did not know if he was angry or because of
the very hot soup but the veins on his hand raised up. Even though she could not see
his expression clearly, but that ignited the fury from all over his body. Zhuo Qing
could see clearly, she could somewhat admire Lou Xi Wus courage at the beginning
or she could say her stupidity, this time, she still dared to make a big fuss about her
life: I am like this now, I do not even have any qualification to like you, whether I
am dead or alive, what is the difference? You go away, ok, you do not like me
anyway, there is no need to come and take care of me. Leave, leave, leave
Open Jing Sa while almost gnashing his teeth roared lowly, a spoonful of soup
was passed on to Lou Xi Wus front again.
I have said it that I am not eating! This time, Lou Xi Wu simply threw down the
spoonful of soup on the floor!
The soup spoon fell on the ground, it already snapped out Jing Sas patience all
along.
She could only see that he suddenly raised up the bowl of soup, poured a big
mouthful of it into his own mouth, Lou Xi Wu was puzzled and Zhuo Qing was
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surprised, then he fed the soup in to her lips that could only continuously refuse him
for this past few days.
Oh oh~~
Zhuo Qings eyebrows lightly raised, pretty good, as it turned out, when an
indifferent person exploded, that person did not lose his passion.
En Lou Xi Wu was completely in a foolish state and she stared blankly, a

pair of bright eyes were opened big, staring at the handsome face in front of her, her
brain was blank, and she could only passively drink the soup from his feeding, until
he retreated back, she was still puzzled.
Open you mouth. When Jing Sa said it again, she could only foolishly open her
mouth, to let Jing Sa fed her a mouthful of the soup to her lips and drank it readily.
There was a rare hint of faint flushing from that always cold and firm face.
Su-er was holding a ginseng bowl and small side dishes, entering the small
courtyard, she was pulled by Madam whom she did not know where she was coming
from: Ma Ma (from Madam) Just about to open her mouth, Madam was
already covered her mouth.
Shhh.. (hush). Zhuo Qing hinted for her to go out, both of them retreated all
the way to the outside door, then Zhuo Qing let go of her hand, smilingly said: Miss
has already eaten some food, you do not need to attend to her tonight, you retire first,
ok.
Yes. Su-er was baffled, but looking at Madams confidence look, she could only
leave embarrassingly.
Zhuo Qing returned to Zhai Xing pavilion with a pretty good mood, Lou Xi Yan was
still half leaning on the window frame, but there was a book on his hands. Slowly
raising his head, his complexion was already restored as always, looking at Zhuo
Qing who had a smile on her face, he knew that Xi Wu surely did not have any
matter. Putting down the book, he extended his hand to her, Lou Xi Yan asked:
What is the matter that makes you this happy?
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Walking to Lou Xi Yans side and then sitting down, she placed her hand on his
palm, allowing him to hold her, Zhuo Qing smiled happily and said: Nothing, you
do not need to worry about Xi Wu, she will get better slowly.
Raising the corner of his mouth to show a faint smile, Lou Xi Yan smilingly said:
Is there anything that I should know, but yet I do not know?
Pretending to be mysterious and shaking her head, Zhuo Qing answered: What you
should know, you will always know, if you do not know now, it is because it is not
the time for you to know yet! She would not tell him now, that she was the one who
made Xi Wu to use the trick to injure herself to gain the enemys confidence.
Holding her delicate fingers on his palm, Lou Xi Yan thought about this and
answered: So, it is like this.
Her mysterious identity was the same, was it also because it was not the time for him
to know?
Qing-er, you must not make me wait too long

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Early Morning
Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Yan were having breakfast at the reception pavilion, Mo
Bais indifferent voice echoed from the outside door: Master, the official from the
government office sends someone to request to see you.
Invite him in. It had been several days, Dan Yu Lan did not have new news all
along, was it possible that there was a new discovery?!
Pay respect to Prime Minister Lou, Madam. The person who came was Cheng
Hang, his young face could hardly cover up his melancholy feeling.
Zhuo Qing and Lou Xi Yan looked one glance at each other, Cheng Hangs
complexion, it was not because of any good news. Sure enough, they had not opened
their mouths to ask, Cheng Hang already gloomily said: There was another same
case happened yesterday evening, Daren made me to come to ask Prime Minister
Lou and Madam to go ahead.
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There was already the fourth innocent woman who was murdered, Zhuo Qing
slightly narrowed his eyes: What was the identify of the victim?
Ministry of Justices Assistant Minister, Wu Zhi Gangs second young lady.
This time, the murderer unexpectedly came directly at the powerful Ministry of
Justice, moreover, every start was completely in order, could it be that the murderer
was simply not acting alone, and it was rather one organization? Was the objective
directed at the celebration?! Lou Xi Yan was lost in thought.
Zhuo Qing lowly said: Let us go, ok, we will go first and then we will discuss it
again.
The three people hurriedly went out of the Prime Ministers manor, Zhuo Qing
barely intended to climb into the chariot, a succession of the sounds of horses hoofs
followed from far and near, they were coming very quickly. The morning ray shone
upon them, two tall and pure black fine horses were advancing toward to come to
them quickly. The horses speeds were very quick, to the point that they could only
see one horse that had one tall figure on it, and it looked like there was no one on the
other horse.
Lou Xi Yan was pulling Zhuo Qings hand, retreating to the front of the Prime
Ministers manor, Mo Bai and Cheng Hang already took precaution and stepped
forward one step.
The fine horses already rushed to the front of Prime Ministers manor very quickly,
they almost bumped into the chariot at the front of the manor. The fine horses were
neighing, and stoping, one tall and one short figures came down from the horses
quickly.
Seeing clearly at the people who just came, Mo Bai coldly retreated aside, Cheng
Hang stared blankly and looked at the girl in front of him, her whole body was in a
sturdy black clothing and this petite woman was standing by the side of the fine
horse. She looked even more fragile, with a high bun hair, and her lovable and
beautiful appearance that were exposed completely, even though half of her face was
destroyed by knife scars, but they did not reduce her adorable look by the slightest
amount, instead, it would make people to take even more pity on her.
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Meeting the womans eyes, Cheng Hang stared blankly again, who could have
thought that this adorable girl, unexpectedly had so chilly eyes, her eyes were filled
with bloodshot. It seemed that her face looked so tired, the woman immediately
walked passed him, and went to the direction of Prime Minister Lous Madam. And
behind her, was precisely General Su Ling?
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Gu Yuns face was expressionless, a look of exhaustion was directed towards her,
Zhuo Qing stepped forward, smilingly said: You finally come back. Today was
the early morning of the ninth day, she already anticipated Yuns appearance.
Looking at her chilly expression and cold facial expression, Zhuo Qing guessed that
Yun had not had any good sleep for the past few days. The condition of her body
was really different than an ordinary person, an average person would be exhausted,
ones spirit would be more disorganized and more powerless. However, she would
be more incisive and sharper, she did not know what her body structure was made
from!
Su Ling unexpectedly returned also, she did not anticipate this, Zhuo Qing lifted her
eyes to see, nevertheless, she was unable to cover up her smiling expression with a
soft cough: General Su? Are you ok?
Su Ling probably had not slept for several days also, his appearance was a lot messier
than Gu Yun, his black clothing was wrinkled, his serene eyes were filled with
bloodshot at this moment. It looked like running quickly for a few days, it made his
hair more frantic and messy on his head, his originally cold and firm facial features,
looked like a carved bronze color at this moment. Comparing to when she saw him
for the first time, Su Ling was covered with cold enough air to freeze a dead person
at this moment.
Su Lings cold eyes swept one glance at her, he did not answer, Zhuo Qing already
guessed at an earlier time, and she did not mind either.
What case? What is the situation at the moment? Gu Yuns muddled and husky
voice made Zhuo Qing frowned slightly, she was surely exhausted for this whole
journey. Lifting opened the curtain of the chariot, Zhuo Qing lowly said: We are
just about to investigate at the crime scene, get in the chariot and then we can talk.
Fine. Gu Yuns agilely stepped into the chariot, Zhuo Qing was also following to
go in, from start to finish, Gu Yun did not even look one glance at Su Ling, it looked
like they were not together.
Su Lings complexion was more and more stiffly cold, nevertheless, Cheng Hang
was aware afterwards, he laughed foolishly and said: General Su, you unexpectedly
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return to the capital also, I have always high regards at the Su familys military glory,
moreover..
His words had not finished yet, Su Ling already strongly got on the horse, and chased
after the chariots direction. Cheng Hang was standing there embarrassingly, Lou Xi
Yan stepped forward for one step, lightly patted his shoulder, smilingly said: Let
us go, it is possible that General Su is too tired, right.
Right. General Sus appearance looked very very tired, Cheng Hang curiously
asked: Prime Minister Lou, who is that young lady?
Lou Xi Yan stepped across on the dark horse that Qing Mo left behind, smilingly
said: The person whom your message pigeon was trying to invite.
Looking at the tensed shadow that was behind the chariot, Lou Xi Yan had a light
smile on the corner of his lips, General Sus loathing disease at a woman appeared
to have a sign of improvement, the women from the Qing family, were indeed
outstanding ah~
Qing Mo?! Cheng Hang could finally think of this person, but computing the time,
today was only the early morning of the ninth day ah, how did they come back
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Wus Manor
Cheng Hang breathlessly rushed into Miss Wus chamber, urgently said: Daren,
Prime Minister Lou and Madam are already here, furthermore, that Miss Qing
Mo and General Su are back also. He rushed urgently and hurriedly, and could
finally catch up with them, these two Qing Misses speed was really quick!
Dan Yu Lan coldly looked one glance at him, what was wrong with this youngster,
Cheng Hang, he was so impatient like this today.
Still unable to speak to him, Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qings figures had already
appeared near the door now, Dan Yu Lan slightly cupped his hands and said: Prime
Minister Lou, Madam.
Still not yet entering the door, the smell of concentrated reeking of blood already
permeated the atmosphere. Zhuo Qing only nodded her head lightly and took a deep
breath, she asked with a low voice soon after: Where is the deceased?
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Still on the bed. He did not think that they would come very quickly, they just
arrived not long ago also.
Zhuo Qing nodded her head, hurriedly entered the bedroom.
Dan Daren. A loud hoarse of a womans voice echoed behind Lou Xi Yan.
Lou Xi Yan slightly moved sideways, Dan Yu Lan could see clearly the woman with
a black clothing who was behind him. It was really Qing Mo, Dan Yu Lans flashed
through a trace of amazement, today was only the ninth day, she really appeared just
like what Qing Ling was saying This woman really made people to be amazed,
covering up his surprising eyes, Dan Yu Lan slightly cupped his hands and said:
Miss Qing, making you to urgently come back like this, I am really sorry.
Lightly waving her hand, Gu Yun did not virtually agree with him, she answered
with a cold voice: Dan Daren does not need to be polite, I already know the basic
circumstances, I will take a look at the crime scene first, then we will discuss the
specific circumstances again.
Finished speaking, she conveniently lifted her legs to go to the inside room, but she
did not urgently enter in to the bedroom, she was rather looking at the outside screen
lobby, and one did not know what she was looking either.
Lou Xi Yan was standing quietly by the side of the door, and did not enter the inner
room, next to him, was Su Ling who was silent all along. Dan Yu Lan slightly
frowned: Is General Su not suppressing the riot traitors? Why was so lively like
this today?
Finished destroying them. With a cold voice that could freeze a dead person, he
threw out several words, Su Lings pair of black eyes were staring at the woman who
was inside the lobby, no, she was absolutely not a woman!! These past few days, he
almost could not keep up with her, how could there was a woman like that?!
Finished destroying them?! Dan Yu Lan stared blankly, if he finished destroying

them, how come he did not return to the Imperial palace to report it, what was he
doing coming here?!
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Su Lings face was cloudy, Lou Xi Yan had interesting eyes, he naturally would not
be stupid to ask it now. Dan Yu Lan turned around to walk and enter the lobby, Gu
Yun was half squatting near the door, she gently groped at the already broken
wooden door, lowly asked: Who is the first person who discovered the crime
scene?
Miss Wus personal maid, Fei-er. But what was strange though, the discovery
about her and the other maids were different, she did not accompany her mistress
inside the room. It was rather she called out the young lady to get up in the morning,
after calling for a long time and she did not come, she only found people to break
the door down and went in, then she found the deceased.
Letting go of the door rope, Gu Yun asked: Where is she?
She got scared and fainted, and has not woken up at the moment.
This was very normal, the bedroom was almost completely in blood, the condition
of the deceased was extremely strange, not to mention a woman, if a man saw it, he
would also not be able to bear it either.
Gu Yuns gaze suddenly fixed at the teacup that was on the top of the wooden table,
walking forward, Gu Yun picked the teacup up to gently smell it, her hand paused,
and opened the teapot, shaking the liquid inside, her eyes flashed through a trace of
cold ray.
Cheng Hang who was standing by her side did not understand, and asked: What
was the problem with the tea? I looked at it a moment ago, there was no problem.
The tea that was put inside the room was not suspicious, right.
Gu Yun kept silent, she only handed over the two empty cups to him, Cheng Hang
took them, and looked one glance at her, unconvincingly picked the cup up and
lightly smelled it. After smelling it, Cheng hangs eyes were suddenly opened big,
and smelled at the other fine cup again. After a moment, Cheng Hang was staring to
look at Gu Yun shockingly, how could she see that these ordinary cups had any
problem? Moreover, there were many cups, how did she know that these two cups
had problems?!!!
Cheng Hang put both of the cups into the inside of the pouch carefully, he blindly
followed Gu Yuns behind immediately.
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In the Bedroom
Lu Jin was staring at the man who was moving things in front of the deceased, with
a cold voice, he asked: Who are you?
Wu Daren was an official in the Ministry of Justice, so he naturally knew that the
crime scene must not be destroyed by a stranger. In this whole bedroom, except for
the people from the Criminal Prison Division, there was only Wu Daren who was
already frightened and unable to move a single step in the lobby, and who was this
person?
The man turned his head around, slightly cupped his hands, and answered: This
person is Jiang Xin, the coroner in the Ministry of Justice, Wu Daren has called this
person to come.
So, it turned out to be a coroner, waving his hand, the man nodded his head, and
retreated to the side.
When Zhuo Qing entered the bedroom, just in time to see Lu Jin was doing an
autopsy, and she did not step forward to disturb him. Zhuo Qing was half squatting
her body, examining the blood that was not completely condensed, the bedroom was
not very big, the amount of the bleeding was very large. Along the bedside until the
screen, there was bloodstain everywhere, the deceased was completely naked, the
bedroom was very neat, there was no trace of struggling and fighting.
Zhuo Qing suddenly appeared, and was still touching the bloodstain, this made Jiang
Xin who was standing at the side startled, lowly called out: What are you doing?
Lu Jin turned his head around, seeing the person behind him, he hurriedly cupped
his hands respectfully and called out: Madam.
Zhuo Qing got up, with a low voice, she asked: How is the situation?
Lu Jin did not dare to have any slightest carelessness, immediately answered any
discovery that he found from a moment ago: The deceased died between choushi
(1-3 am) and yinshi (3-5 am) today, the body did not have any other injury, there
was only one incision on her chest, her heart was also removed, but her face did not
have any frightening expression.
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Zhuo Qing approached to his side, looked one glance at the womans corpse that
was on the bed, the deceaseds skin was slightly wrinkled and discolored, because
of blood loss, but her facial expression was really tranquil, just like if she was falling
asleep.
Jiang Xin was staring surprisingly at Zhuo Qings tranquil complexion that was
looking over the corpse, what kind of person was this woman ah?!
Facing this frightening female corpse, she was unexpectedly still this calm, Lu Jin
called her Madam, was it possible that she was Dan Darens family?!
When Zhuo Qing carefully inspected, she stroked the deceaseds abdomen with her
hand, and lightly pressed it, Zhuo Qings eyes were dark, suddenly she asked with a
clear voice: Wu Daren, is your daughter married?
A clear and cold voice of a woman came through from the inside room, Wu Zhi
Gang who was almost knocked down because of the news of his daughters death,
recovered with great difficulty, he answered after a very long time: Not yet, Xu-er
and the third son of the Ministry of Rites, Wu Shang Hu, are going to get married,
the wedding will be in three months later. Our two families are preparing the
wedding ceremony, who knows, that she will encounter this kind of thing
How could he anticipate this, that this kind of thing could happen to his daughter!!
Walking to the end of the bed, Zhuo Qing wanted to part the womans legs, but
because the corpse was already stiffed, she could only say to Lu Jin who was beside
her: Help me to lift her legs a little.
Lu Jin awkwardly nodded his head, it was not because he had never examined any
private part of the females corpse, it was only the first time that he was doing an
examination together with a woman. Slightly lowering his head, Lu Jin lightly lifted
the deceaseds legs up.
After having a challenging examination for a moment, Zhuo Qing asked with a clear
voice: Did Miss Xu-er have another lover?
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Ones speaking voice was just off, there was a deathly stillness from the outside
door, after that Wu Zhi Gangs roaring voice echoed from the outside screen: What
kind of rubbish are you talking about!! My familys daughter is already dead, you
can not call into question her innocent either!
Zhuo Qings complexion was the same as before, and she remained unmoved, she
simply answered coldly: She was pregnant, moreover, it was almost four months.
What did you say?!
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What did you say? Wu Zhi Gang suddenly stood up from his chair, he went
straight ahead to the other side of the screen, his finger was pointing at Zhuo Qing,
Wu Zhi Gang angrily shouted: This was impossible, my daughter conducted herself
uprightly and honestly, she was clearly innocent and pure, it was absolutely
impossible that she was pregnant! You for which reason did you determine that
she was pregnant?
Zhuo Qings complexion was as before, she faced Wu Zhi Gang accusations eyes,
then answered with a cold voice: The deceaseds abdomen was clearly bulging,
moreover, she was not really a virgin
Was having a bulging abdomen meant that she was pregnant? It was simply
ridiculous!! Unfortunately, Zhuo Qings words had not yet finished, Wu Zhi Gang
already could not listen to it, and he said in a rage: Xu-er was often complaining
about stomach pain in the past, maybe maybe it was maybe some illness,
in short, it was absolutely impossible that she was pregnant! Unmarried woman
who was unexpectedly pregnant, this was simply a disgrace to the family tradition.
If there was this thing, how could he explain it to the Wu family?! Impossible, it was
impossible for Xu-er to be pregnant!!
Jiang Xin who was always standing by the side was promptly supporting Wu Zhi
Gang because of his grief, indignation and anger, he frowned and was staring at
Zhuo Qing, and said with a rather heavy tone: This Madam, the swelling of the
abdomen might be because of the stomach illness, that was caused by sarcoma (a
type of cancer), it was not necessarily because of pregnancy, you were carelessly
making the final conclusion like this, it was really harmful for the young ladys
reputation.
Zhuo Qing looked one glance at him, and did not say anything, then she turned her
head to look towards Lu Jin, and asked: Lu Jin, how did you see it?
Lu Jin approached the deceased one more time, he lightly pressed on her abdomen
for a good moment, her abdomen was really bloated, was it really a child? He had
never examined any deceaseds abdomen that had a sarcoma, so he had no way of
comparing it, he did not dare to conclude even more, and could only answer in a low
voice: If we want to prove that Miss Wu is pregnant or not, the best way will be to
cut open the corpse to validate, and we can rely on what we see at that time.
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Seeing was believing, his cautious approach was correct, satisfyingly nodding her
head, Zhuo Qing turned around to look towards Wu Zhi Gang who was in a fury,
she explained with a low voice: After death, the deceaseds organ would appear in
different degree since it would dissolve by itself. If it was sarcoma, it would be soften
after death, but because inside her abdomen was a fetus, moreover, it basically
became shaped. There was blood, flesh and bones, even if it was a long time after
death, the abdomen was still bloated as before. But Lu Jin is actually saying a good
method to prove it, we will be able to see if we do the dissection of the abdomen, to
see whether or not there is a child inside of her abdomen.
This how is it possible?? Zhuo Qings words were clear, Wu Zhi Gang
collapsed and retreated for one step, yes ah, cutting open the abdomen would be able
to know whether or not she had a child in the end. There was no need for her to
frame Xu-er, but how was it possible that Xu-er was pregnant?! What was going on
after all, a series of shocks, made Wu Zhi Gangs turned dark, and he fell on the
ground.
Daren, are you alright? Jiang Xin hurriedly helped him to get up from his fall, after
lightly shaking him for a moment, Wu Zhi Gang opened his eyes again, but his
complexion was as pale as a paper, and his expression was disorganized.
Dan Yu Lan shook his head, and said: Jiang Xin, you send Daren out to rest first,
ok.
Yes. Helping Wu Zhi Gang to leave the bedroom, but they almost bumped into
the cold spectator, Gu Yun who was leaning beside the screen. Looking one glance
at her, Jiang Xin could not help to stare blankly, the expression of this woman with
a black clothing was very cold, along with her appearance that was extremely not
putting up. Withdrawing his line of sight, Jiang Xin supported Wu Zhi Gang to go
out.
Gu Yun entered the bedroom, she only looked one glance at the womans corpse that
was on the bed, she did not even examine it carefully. Since there was Zhuo Qing,
she did not need to take a lot of trouble over the corpse. Walking to the side of the
window, she examined the buckle for the window stopper, it was very hard. It
seemed that this was really a private room, crouching on the ground, Gu Yun
narrowed her eyes to look. She wished that she could find some useful footprints,
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but unfortunately, the carpet that was spreading inside the bedroom was very thick,
she was simply unable to see any suspicious footprints.
Preparing to get up helplessly, but unexpectedly, she found a print under the bed, on
the mahogany wood that was used to put shoes, there was a little bit of stain with
dark dirt. Approaching to look, there was a vague round impression, the top had
somewhat strange design, what was this? The side of the impression was a pair of
embroidered shoes and a large pool of blood dripping from the bedside. Surveying
to look around, she did not find any trace that could match this thing, was this left
behind by the murderer?!
Thinking deeply for a moment, Gu Yun softly said: Paper and pen.
Coming. Her speaking words were just left off, Cheng Hang who was already
holding the paper and writing brush, and running to come over, crouching by her
side, he also looked at the hidden side of the embroidery shoes that had the dark red
round print.
What is this? Looking for a long time, Cheng Hang could not make out anything
either.
Writing brush was really hard to use, Gu Yun frowned, and said to Cheng Hang who
was beside her: You draw it.
Cheng Hang distractedly took the paper and writing brush, grievingly sighed, he laid
on the ground to draw. This woman made people unable to disobey, very mysterious,
he unexpectedly could not help doing according to her commands.
Researching the bedroom one more time, she did not find any useful clue, Gu Yun
looked towards Dan Yu Lan, and said: Dan Daren, I want to look at the files from
the three previous cases, it will be convenient to discuss the case in detail in the
afternoon.
Her expression was still clear as before, but her eyes were filled with bloodshot, she
was still a woman after all, how could her body endure this kind of thing! Dan Yu
Lan softly sighed and said: Miss Qing, please rest properly, we can discuss this
again early tomorrow morning and it will not be late.
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Gu Yun remained stubborn, she said with a cold voice: I am alright, three oclock
in the afternoon shenshi (3-5 pm), I will wait for you at the Criminal Prison
Divisions office. Finished speaking, Gu Yun looked one glance at Cheng Hang
who was still laying on the ground, she asked: Are you done with the drawing?
Cheng Hang compared it for a good moment, then he turned his head around, and
answered: Done.
You take me along to look at the files.
Cheng Hang felt embarrassed and looked one glance at Dan Yu Lan, Dan Yu Lan
contemplated for a moment, then slowly nodded. Cheng Hang got up from the floor,
collected his paper and writing brush properly, then answered: You follow me, ok.
Before going out, Gu Yun turned her back to face Zhuo Qing who was inspecting
the corpse, and said: Will there be any problem if you give me the autopsy report
in the afternoon?
Having her attention at the knife incision on the womans corpse, Zhuo Qing
answered soon after: No problem.
Her answer was so natural, just liked when they were working together in the past
for countless of times, Gu Yun satisfyingly came out of the bedroom. Lou Xi Yan
was watching quietly the way they interacted with mutual understanding, his eyes
lightly flashed through a trace of rays that made people to predict difficultly, but he
did not make any sentence all along.
Gu Yun left to the outside of the room, when she passed over that tall shadow, her
hand was in pain, her wrist was held firmly as if an iron pincer was clenching it. The
burning hot temperature made her to purse her eyebrows, nevertheless, a very cold
voice echoed by the side of her ear with a somewhat hoarse sound: Do you want to
die like this?
Five days and five nights, she only rested for one shichen (2 hrs), around zishi (11
pm-1 am) every night, she did not rest on the way. He fought the battle with the army
for ten years, and experienced many army expeditions. These past few days
endurance, he found it difficult to manage, she was a woman, what was she showing
off for after all?!
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Did he want to break her wrist?! He practically made her wrist feel like being prick
with hot pepper, Gu Yun simply wrinkled her eyebrows, her face raised a trace of
sarcastic smile. Facing that pair of fury and cold eyes, Gu Yun softly spat a laugh
and said: I do not know, as it turns out, Qiong Yues General is very idle, can it be
that you do not have anything to do?
Her speaking voice was just left, Cheng Hang who was standing beside her
swallowed a mouthful of saliva, and unconsciously retreated one step. Heaven ah,
this Miss Qing was not afraid to die, General Su quickly fumed with rage, and she
was still pouring oil on the fire. She was so delicate and did not even reach General
Sus chest, and also was not afraid if he was in rage, he would break her arms that
were as thin as a fire wood into pieces
Cheng Hang was incessantly worried for Gu Yun, Lou Xi Yan completely saw the
good show, he had not heard when Su Ling could be like this considerate to hold
a womans hand, and to urge her to rest her body, Qing Mo was really different.
Gu Yun cursed in her heart, she was already very tired, if he did not let go of her
hand, she would not mind to strike to clear her mind!!
When Gu Yun was about to undertake the task, Su Ling suddenly loosened his hand
that was grabbing her hand, his dark eyes were coldly watching at Gu Yun. Besides
chilliness, Gu Yun could not see what he was thinking, she wanted to ask what he
wanted after all, but Su Ling turned his head around and came out of the Wus
manor.
The spotlessly white wrist, was red with a five finger prints that showed Su Lings
cruelty a moment ago, what did he mean?!
This man was crazy ah! Unreasonable!!

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Shenshi (3-5 pm)
Criminal Prison Division Study Room
A delegation of people as if they had appeared, two square tables were joined
together, spreading the files on the table, several stools surrounded the side of the
square tables. Looking at the layout, Zhuo Qing already guessed that Gu Yun was
fiddling with them.
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Sitting down opposite Gu Yun with Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing looked around but she
did not see Su Ling, lowly smiled and said: Why is General Su not coming?
Gu Yun was ferociously glaring one glance at Zhuo Qing, coldly groaned and said:
Where is the thing that I want? This woman, once she arrived here. she started a
meddlesome gossip!!
Taking the paper on her hand and throwing it to give to Gu Yun who was in front of
her, Zhuo Qing turned her head around, pretending not to see her sharp eyes.
Lou Xi Yan smiled and looked at the familiar looks from the taunting expressions
between them, his gaze swept through on the top of the table where a strange drawing
of a blueprint was on. Holding the picture with his hand and looking at it for a while,
Lou Xi Yan softly said: This thing.. is very familiar.
Gu Yun lifted her head up from looking at the autopsy report that Zhuo Qing gave
her, she said in startled: You have seen it.
This design is very familiar with the item from Ning Cui pavilion. (the jade place
where ZQ picked her jade for her wedding gift).
Are you sure? Zhuo Qing was also surprise.
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter, and answered: You should have seen it either,
when we were at Leng Yue building, Ning Cui pavilion came over to deliver the
stuffs, that pair jade ornaments were exactly this pattern. She really did not look at
those stuffs carefully, originally, he was fancying these pair jade ornaments, and
wanting to give it as a present to her. Because the carving on the top was a pair of
mandarin ducks (synonym to a happily married couple), but she did not like it. So
he just dropped the subject, because that pair jade ornaments were the best in quality,
moreover, the ones with the carving of the mandarin duck were rare and unusual, he
had a deep impression.
Zhuo Qing did not have any impression completely, because she simply did not
seriously choose at that time, but she believed that Lou Xi Yans ability to remember,
if he said that was the Ning Cui pavilions item, then it should be from the pavilion,
right.
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Someone comes. Dan Yu Lan took the picture and handed it over to the official
from the government office to investigate, and said: Take this design and go to Ning
Cui pavilion to investigate, whether or not there is this decorative motif of a jade
ornament.
Yes. The official from the government office accepted the order and went, then
another person came in hurriedly, with a clear sound, he reported to his supervisor
from outside the door: Daren, the Prime Minister manors person is looking to meet
Prime Minister Lou outside the door.
Let him in. Dan Yu Lan looked one glance at Lou Xi Yan, his eyes also had a trace
of suspicion, after a while, the man who was dressing in a family servant entered the
inside of the room, he cupped his hands and saluted: Master, Dan Daren.
Lou Xi Yan softly said: What is going on?
The man walked to Lou Xi Yans side, softly said several sentences, Lou Xi Yans
complexion was still as before, there was still a faint smile on his face.
Lightly waving his hand towards the man, the man respectfully retreated behind his
body, Lou Xi Yan suddenly got up and smilingly said: Dan Daren, Prime Ministers
manor has some matters, I will leave first.
Lou Xi Yan urgently left like this, it was sure because of something major, Dan Yu
Lan remained calm and collected, he nodded his head and smilingly said: Prime
Minister Lou, please do as you wish.
Slightly leaning down his body, Lou Xi Yan said with a soft voice at the side of
Zhuo Qings ear: I will leave first, I will leave the chariot outside for you, after you
finish with your stuff, Mo Bai will take you back to the manor.
Zhuo Qing obviously felt that he was different, in a soft voice, she said: Do you
need me to go home with you together?
Lightly patting her shoulder, Lou Xi Yans voice was gentle and soft to appease her:
No need, you can be at ease, there is nothing.
Thinking deeply for a while, Zhuo Qing slowly nodded, and answered: Very well,
you be careful, ok.
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En.
Gracefully nodding softly to everyone, Lou Xi Yan turned around to leave, but his
footsteps looked rather urgent.
Lou Xi Yans sudden departure, made Zhuo Qing and Dan Yu Lan to have separate
thoughts, and were somewhat absentminded.
This was the fourth victims, we still have not found any news about the murderer,
while he kept murdering women again and again, he did not even let somebody who
was pregnant off!! He was really repulsive!! Cheng Hang annoyingly slapped the
table, jolting back the minds of the two people.
Gu Yun finished looking at the autopsy report that was in her hand, and looked
towards Dan Yu Lan who was silent all along, and asked: How does Dan Daren see
it?
Private room, sandalwood, the deceased did not struggle at all, heart removal, died
because of blood loss, this case was very similar to the other three previous cases,
but it was not the same totally. The deceaseds face did not have any frightened
expression, the door was opened by knocking it, and it was not the servant girl who
opened it, Miss Wu was also pregnant.
Gu Yun lightly frowned her eyebrows, Dan Yu Lan was worthy to take charge in
Criminal Division Prison, he seemed like he did not do anything to investigate the
crime scene, but he could already see the crucial problem, Gu Yun nodded her head
and said: I also agree with your opinion, the result of the autopsy also shows that
the incision on the deceaseds chest has several directions compare to the previous
ones, the length of the scars from the knife is not the same. I think the most different
thing from the other three previous cases is that the deceased, she is knocked out and
then her heart is removed, I believe that the murderer is her acquaintance.
Correct! Cheng Hang shouted, he took out a couple of porcelain cups from a
pouch, he said with composure: The cups that we brought back to inspect, there
was a trace of powder medicine, moreover, a faint of alcohol. This explained that
Miss Wu was drinking wine before she died, this late, and she was also pregnant,
and still drinking with another person, that person was surely well acquainted with
Miss Wu. I had asked the maid, Fei-er in the afternoon, she said that it was Miss Wu
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who did not let her to come over to serve her in the evening. It was clearly Miss Wu
who opened the door for this person, I think that person could be her lover!!
Looking at his clear, logical and high spirit, Lu Jin could not help to laugh and said:
He is making a lot of progresses.
Unwittingly nodded his head, and looking at the two common but yet not common
cups that were on the table, Cheng Hang could not help to ask: Oh right, I always
want to ask, how can you see that those two cups have any problem?
Gu Yun answered without thinking: The tray has five cups, only those two cups
handles are facing the outward, it shows that they have been used.
Just this simple? Cheng Hang was puzzled: This can show that they have some
problems? The cups that were placed in the room, what was so strange if they were
used?! This could not show anything, right?
Her cold eyes slightly raised, Gu Yuns face was solemnly looking at Cheng Hang,
with a low voice, she answered: Everything that you see, and looks nothing out of
the ordinary, is not a small point during an investigation of the crime scene, all of
them shall be inspected and investigated, only then that you will have a chance to
discover whether or not they have any problem.
The loud and hoarse voice did not sound too pleasant, but Cheng Hang was shaking
without any reason, the manner that she brought in treating this case made him blush
with shame. Cheng Hang nodded his head strongly and answered: I understand.
Dan Yu Lan looked one glance at Cheng Hang who did not usually easy to be
convinced by other people, he slightly lowered his head and sat next to Qing Mo.
And with one look, he could see that the handwriting of the autopsy report that they
were just talking was Lu Jins, when did he start liking to record this kind of trivial
matter. Smiling, Dan Yu Lan asked: Both of Miss Qing, I do not know whether or
not you are interested in accepting any disciple. If Cheng Hang and Lu Jin could
learn their skills, as far as the Ministry of Justice was concerned, it was really a big
helping hand. He could not always rely on both Madams from the Prime Ministers
manor and Generals manor to provide assistance to handle a case, right!!
Cheng Hang and Lu Jin raised their heads at the same time, they were staring at Dan
Yu Lan in a daze, what was the meaning of Darens words, could it be that he wanted
the two young ladies to be their teachers?! This how could it be alright! But on
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second thought, their skills were really not as good as them, they were still confused,
two clear and colds voices of women already answered at the same time: Not
interested!
It was one thing that they were not willing to formally become apprentices to
masters, but it was another thing if they also refused to be their masters, both of their
complexions were stiff, and awkwardly staring at them (GY & ZQ), they did not
know what to say at this time.
Her hands were propping her cheeks, and ignoring the line of sights from the two
people, Zhuo Qing lazily smiled and said: They can understand how much
understanding by themselves, I do not accept any disciple.
I agree. Gu Yun bowed her head to look at the files, but her cold voice echoed.
The meaning of this was that they would still teach, but they did not accept any
disciple? Lu Jin and Cheng Hang looked one glance at each other, they did not know
whether they should be happy or angry. Not needing to call these young ladies
masters were indeed a good thing, but they were upset that they (GY & ZQ) would
not let them calling masters to them (GY & ZQ) The atmosphere in the study
room was somewhat cold for a while, luckily, the official from the government office
who left a moment ago to investigate, returned hurriedly: Daren.
Come in.
Standing in front of the long table, the official from the government office reported
to his superior: The boss at Ning Cui pavilion said, his place really has a pair of
jade ornaments with this design, moreover, this design is the master of Ning Cui
pavilions specialty, only a pair. The jade ornaments were purchased by Miss Wu
five days ago, she requested them to carve a Chinese bellflower decoration on these
pair of jade ornaments. At noon the day before yesterday, Miss Wu took the jade
ornaments.
So these were taken from the design of the Ning Cui pavilion. The official from
the government office took out the design from his chest.
Dan Yu Lan took it, waving his hand, he said: Good, you can withdraw, ok.
Yes.
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Spreading the paper out on the table, the drawing on the top had clear four delicate
round designs, both jade ornaments had positive and negative compositions. The
front part was carved with the exact same happy character, combining them together
to become double happiness (good luck in marriage).The back part was two
charming mandarin ducks (synonym with a happily married couple), a really happy
feeling.
Looking for a good moment, Cheng Hang sighed and said: Miss Wus room was
already searched thoroughly, but I did not find any jade ornament, could it be that
she gave both of the jade ornaments away? Even if she gave one to her lover, she
should only give one of them ah!
Caressing his chin, Lu Jin guessed and said: According to what the Manors servant
was saying, Miss Wu did not usually step out of the house for a few days, if she had
an affair with a man, he should be another person from the manor, that person might
be able to enter and exit the Wus manor frequently.
Cheng Hang, look for the painting master to draw a few pieces of the pattern of the
several jade ornaments, inquire each and everyone at the Wus manor about this,
whether or not there is anybody who has seen the jade ornaments. Lu Jin, you are in
charge to make secret inquiries from Miss Wus maids and the other servants, who
has a frequent contact with Miss Wu normally during the day.
Yes. It had been one month, they finally had a little clues, they could absolutely
not let the murderer to escape this time around.
In contrast with her black clothing, Gu Yuns complexion seemed to be paler, Zhuo
Qing lowly urged and said: You are tired for several days, return to rest first, ok.
Gu Yun lightly nodded her head, she seemed unable to resist her tiredness somewhat.
Both of them got up, Zhuo Qing was smiling towards Dan Yu Lan and she said:
Dan Daren, we are leaving first, if there is any news, I will inconvenient you to
inform us.
Dan Yu Lan answered: Very well. Looking at their backs that were gradually
getting further apart, Dan Yu Lan had an unrestrained smile on his face, these two
sisters, when they were in Hao Yue, what were they doing? Why were they so
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familiar with murder cases like this, what about Qing Feng? What was she capable
of?!
Leaving the Criminal Prison Divisions office, Gu Yuns complexion was more and
more gloomy, Zhuo Qing asked: What is going on? Still thinking of the details of
the case? Yun was more workaholic than her!!
Slowly shaking her head, Gu Yun lowly answered: I am thinking, whether or not
to return to the Generals manor! Su Ling already returned, his birthdate characters
absolutely did not agree to hers!!
As it turned out, she was worrying about this one, Zhuo Qing smilingly said: You
must ah!
Why? What was the reason that she had to return to the Generals manor.
It was certainly because of Su Ling, but she could not say this, Zhuo Qing lightly
coughed, seriously answered: Because of the golden bagua plate!
Correct lo! She was so tormented by Su Ling this time, she almost forgot about this
thing, Qing had Lou Xi Yan, it was not important whether or not she would return
back. She must return back, but thinking that she would have to be in contact with
Su Ling, Gu Yun could not help to sigh grievingly and say: I have doubts that I can
be in the same place with that cruel and stupid man!!
Really? Zhuo Qing clicked her tongue and smilingly said: I think that General Su
is still a very attractive man, both of you are well matched! Just standing together,
it already sparkled all around!
OK! I will shut up! A pair of sharp eyes came to attack, Zhuo Qing excitingly
shrugged her shoulder, knowing that she should not provoke a woman who was
lacking sleep.
Sending off Gu Yun to the Generals manor, looking at her door afterwards, Zhuo
Qing made Mo Bai to drive the chariot back to the manor immediately. She was still
very anxious, what was the thing that made Xi Yan to return in a hurry and rush like
this??
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Chapter 95: The Arrival of A Noble Guest
The chariot stopped in front of the Prime Ministers manor, Zhuo Qing lifted opened
the clothing curtain, and saw several really big chests were being moved from the
door, the servants were just about to move them inside. Entering the inner manor,
she just discovered that it was more bustling inside the manor, people were coming
and going, some were moving the chests, some were moving furnitures, some were
also carrying blooming flowers hastily, she did not know what they wanted to do
either.
You two, quickly move these, do not dillydally, lightly and gently, do not bump
and break them!
These flowers, all will need to moved to Cui Xin courtyard, hurry, hurry, hurry!
Not too far, Xue Xian Xin was shouting and commanding noisily, the whole front
courtyard of the Prime Ministers manor was very noisy.
Seeing that Zhuo Qing came in, Xue Xian Xin raised a smiling expression on her
face, and welcomed her: Ling-er, you have returned. Xi Yan was determined to
take this woman as his wife, she could only recognize it!
Zhuo Qing knitted her eyebrows, and asked: What is going on?
Xue Xian Xin happily smiled and said: The Prime Ministers manor has a noble
guest who has just arrived!
Noble guest?! A noble guest who could stay at the Prime Ministers manor should
be an Imperial family, right, Zhuo Qing lightly frowned her eyebrows: Will there
be another Princess?
Xue Xian Xin stared blankly, how could it possible that it was the Princess, the
matter about Princess Chao Yun from last time, both Xi Yan and the Empress
Dowager were not pleasant, there would not be another one, Qiong Yue also did not
have too many princess ah Xue Xian Xin hurriedly shook her head, and
explained: No, no, the one who comes to the Prime Ministers manor this time
is
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Very beautiful elder sister ah. Xue Xian Xins speaking words had not yet finished,
a clear sound of a mans voice echoed at the side of Zhuo Qings ear. Zhuo Qing
was startled, and she turned around to look at the pleasing eyes on a face that looked
like a glittering and smiling sunshine.
The man who was beside her should be called a boy, right, between 13-14 years old,
he was almost as tall as her, he was wearing a magnificent light purple clothing, with
a flowing golden hat. Just one look and one could see that he was a wealthy and
respectable individual, it made Zhuo Qing to be absent minded for a split second, as
he looked like an angel with a pure and adorable face. Using an adorable appearance
to describe the boy was somewhat strange, but it was definitely appropriate to use it.
His black big eyes, high and straight nose, rosy lips, a smile that was similar to a
brushing sunshine, it made people to be relaxed and pleased all over, and reluctant
to say any harsh sentence to him.
Xue Xian Xins face showed some tenderness and she smilingly said: Greetings to
Seventh Prince.
The boy stepped forwards for one step, grandly put on a glittering smile on his face,
politely said: Madam Lou does not need to be polite like this, I rashly disturb you
at your manor, it is alright if you do not take any offense.
How can Seventh Prince talk like that?! You are willing to stay at the Prime
Ministers manor, we are really happy even if there is not enough time (to prepare
for his arrival)! How adorable of a child, when Xi Yan was young, he was also very
courteous, but he always had a clear cold appearance. Not adorable at all, Lou Xi
Wu, she would not need to say even more about that rough and reckless girl. If she
could give birth to one adorable child like Seventh Prince, that should be good,
whenever they saw him, it made people to like him!!
Seventh Prince?! Zhuo Qings brows were twisted again, he could not be Yan Hong
Tians son, right, but Yan Hong Tian was not even 30 yet, could he produce a big
son like this?!!
The boy seemed to like Zhuo Qing, he was encircling and currying favor with her,
smilingly said: Beautiful elder sister, I am Bai Yi, what is your name ah?
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Beautiful elder sister?? This childs eyes did not have any problem, right?! Her two
scars were so big like this and he could ignore them Unable to endure the
excessive cordial smile, Zhuo Qing embarrassedly answered: Qing Ling.
His name was Bai Yi, then he was not Yan Hong Tians son, then whose family
child was he, and why would he be here at the moment?!
Refined and elegant spirit, it is a good name! (See 1).
He would really make use of his own superiority, this elegant and adorable face
really fitted with the bright warm smile as if the glittering sunshine, it would be very
rare that people could resist it, right. Zhuo Qing did not know what she should say
for a moment, she could only faintly answered: Thank you.
Where is Xi Yan? He should be back, right.
Xue Xian Xin was commanding the servants, while she answered without thinking
it through: At the study room, ok.
The front yard was filled with people, Zhuo Qing did not use to it, bypassing the full
obstacle, she walked over to the study room.
Qing Ling Both hands on his chest, staring at the beautiful reflection that was
hurriedly departed, his dark eyes radiated a different rays of light. The boys lips
were lightly raised as before, but now, it was no longer like a glittering and warm
angel.
Walking in front of the study room, the door was actually closed tightly, Zhuo Qing
lightly knocked it for several times, there was no response, she was just about to
leave, when a clear and cold voice of Lou Xi Yan came through from the inside the
room: Come in.
Pushing the door and entering it, Xi Yan was lowering his head and she did not know
what he was looking at, his expression was very focused. Zhuo Qing did not disturb
him, and sat down on the wooden chair next to the door. Her brain was thinking
deeply, about the difference between the incision from todays corpse and the
previous several corpses. The incision on Miss Wus chest was slightly above,
furthermore, the cut was also bigger than half an inch in width compare to the
previous wounds. The murderer was or was not the same, if he was not the same,
how did the murderer in this case know about the details of the other murder cases?!
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Come over. Zhuo Qing recovered, Lou Xi Yan was looking at her with a smile on
his face, walking to his side, Lou Xi Yan was customarily embracing her waist like
before, and fiddling with her hair: Is there any progress on the case?
En, Miss Wu really bought that jade ornaments, Cheng Hang already investigated
the cups that were inside the room, and found out that there was medicine in the
wine. We are suspicious that the person who has committed the crime is an
acquaintance at the present time. Dan Yu Lan has already arranged people to
investigate it.
There was still a lot of voices from outside the door, no wonder that he wanted to
close the door, Zhuo Qing lowly asked: You returned urgently like this, was it
because of that little demon called Bai Yi?
It seemed that she had already seen Bai Yi, helplessly nodding his head, Lou Xi Yan
sighed and said: Do you know what kind of a person he is?
Zhuo Qing shook her head, she naturally did not know, but Lou Xi Yan carefully
returned in a rush like this, and still had this helplessness on his face, she could guess
that childs identify as sure to be prominent.
Even though the whole world is divided into six countries at the present time, but
the great majority is several small countries, and Qiong Yue is taking the lead. But
Liao Yue is not the same, Liao Yue resides in the east side, close to the East China
Sea, rich and powerful, and the only one that can act as a second dominant country
after Qiong Yue. For many years, the relationships between these two countries are
relatively shaky and rocky, even though there is no break out war, but Liao Yue is
Qiong Yues formidable opponent all along. And that little demon whom you has
said is Liao Yues prince and the most possible who may inherit the future Emperors
position.
Then he would be Liao Yues apparent heir to the throne, Zhuo Qing suspiciously
asked: Is he not the Seventh Prince? He does not have any elder brother? Strictly
speaking, he is the Empress son? Successive seniority, it was not that the eldest
son would be the crown prince in ancient time, even if it was not the eldest son, the
rotation would not go to the seventh child, right!
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Lou Xi Yan shook his head, sighed and said: He naturally has older brothers, but
they all have died young because of unpleasant ailments. His mother is an Imperial
concubine (her rank is De Fei), his maternal grandfather is the late Emperor from
the Ning Ans kingdom, his maternal uncle is a high official at the Ministry of
Justice, his paternal aunt is Liao Yues famous general, Fei Yun Qis wife. Bai Yi
can even be described as being doted by those famous people, Liao Yue kingdom is
also preparing for him to be the crown prince.
As it turned out, there were so many big trees that he could rely on his back, in order
for him to become a crown prince, perhaps his mother also exerted her power in
strategizing, right. Then, this child really had a lot of influences, but these were not
related to her, she continued with her question: Why does he want to stay at our
house? Even though, the celebration was coming, but it was not worthwhile to stay
at the Prime Ministers manor ah?!
Our house! Because of Zhuo Qings sentence that she said without thinking, Lou Xi
Yan who was unhappy for the whole day, was inexplicably relieved, he liked this
appellation, it was a lot warmer than hearing Prime Ministers manor.
Softly rotating around Zhuo Qings soft hair, Lou Xi Yan indifferently smilies and
said: It is said that he wants to appreciate the view of the capital city better, he does
not want to be bored at the guest house.
And in reality? Zhuo Qing turned over to give a supercilious look, this excuse was
too rotten, ok!! In any case, he should make it sound a little reasonable explanation,
ok!
Lou Xi Yan shrugged his shoulders, smilingly said: I am unable to find out.
Only a demon would believe that he did not know it!! Softly pinching his face that
always had a smile and indifferent manner, Zhuo Qing coldly groaned and said:
Prime Minister Lou, you are really a tall tree that attracts the wind. (A famous
person who attracts criticism). Most likely it was directed at him!
Grabbing her hand that was ravaging his face, Lou Xi Yan forced a smile and said:
Please Wife, show some generous tolerance.
Looking at his miserable appearance, even though it was a fake, Zhuo Qing
generously forgave him properly, sitting down on his legs, lightly leaning on his
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embrace, and enjoying the summertimes breeze that was stroking lightly, Zhuo
Qing quickly fell asleep. For a very long time, Lou Xi Yans soft and low voice
echoed at the side of her ear : I still want to tell you one matter.
En. Zhuo Qing was still closing her eyes, and somewhat absentminded.
The Imperial concubine Hui was using some witchcraft to conspire to murder the
Empress last night, she was already taken into the Imperial prison. (See 2).
Lou Xi Yans voice sounded heavy, Zhuo Qing slowly opened her eyes, what was
the relationship between the Imperial concubine Hui and her, unless if it involved
Qing Feng. Zhuo Qings complexion was heavy, and she asked: And then?
Lou Xi Yan was caressing her back to pacify her nervousness, he answered with a
soft voice: Qing Feng is pregnant, the Emperor has already conferred her as
Imperial concubine Qing.
For the past many years, Qing Feng was the first woman who entered the Imperial
palace for half a year, and then became an Imperial concubine. This, perhaps, was
done deliberately by the Emperor, at the same time, it could also explain that this
woman had ability and ambition.
Was she pregnant? Zhuo Qing had always thought that this matter was somewhat
wrong: Was she implicated by the Imperial concubine Huis matter?
I do not know either at the present time. The matter within the harem, how could
it not have any implication, but the problem was whether or not the implication was
a lot or a little! Qing Feng and Imperial concubine Hui were actually in the same
faction, the incident about the witchcraft this time, how much did she participate in
it after all, and it was possible that she was simply leading it? Lou Xi Yans heart
was haggling, but he did not wish to let Zhuo Qing know about this.
The Imperial concubine Hui was sent to prison, Qing Feng was conferred as Imperial
concubine immediately, in addition, she was fortunately pregnant at this fortunate
timing, it was rather too many coincidences. Zhuo Qing looked towards Lou Xi Yan,
urgently said: I want to see her.
I am afraid that you can not see her now.
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Why? She was Qing Fengs elder sister, entering the Imperial palace to visit
should not be against any Imperial rule, right. Moreover, there was Mo Bai who was
accompanying her, she would not be in any danger.
Lou Xi Yan took her into his embrace, appeasingly said: The Emperors heir is
scarce for a long time, she is pregnant now, whoever wants to see her will not be
able to see her, wait for a period of time, ok, and wait until the circumstances is
somewhat steady, then you can go.
Actually, it was not because she could not go, but the present Qing Feng and the one
from half a year ago, might not be the same person, he did not wish for Qing-er to
be too close to her.
Zhuo Qing did not understand Lou Xi Yans concern, and could only nodded her
head, and said: Very well.
She hoped that Qing Feng could be safe and sound inside the Imperial palace.
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Chapter 96: The Murderer Was In Force
Yue Lai Tea Shop
3,000 liang!! Are you sure?! Qian Jings phoenix eyes were shining sparkly, his
eyes swept away the regular careless and hooligan manners, and they were staring
intently at Zhuo Qing now.
It was surely Qian Jing, his vitality would come when he heard about money, Zhuo
Qing lazily nodded, Qian Jing immediately called out: I will go. 3,000 liang ye,
really generous, even if three people would arrest the murderer at the same time, one
person could be allocated 1,000 liang!! This business transaction would surely be
done!
Looking towards the ones who maintained their calm themselves on the side, the
two people who were calm, collected and did not speak from beginning to end, Zhuo
Qing asked: Ao Tian, Ye Mei, how about you two? Both of them were her main
targets today.
I do not have any free time. A hoarse male sound that was always cold, with some
silver threads hair that were slightly down, and uninterested manner.
Fine, ok, she did not need to win him over, he already declined it clearly and it was
shown on his face!
The golden mask concealed the womans facial expression, and only left behind a
pair of cold and sharp eyes, Zhuo Qing could not see what she was thinking, and
could only ask: Ye Mei, how about you? She was very suspicious, whether or not
Ye Mei could not speak, she had met her 5-6 times, and had not spoken one word
yet.
She did not decline immediately, her eyes were slightly restrained, indifferent and
she was speechless, Qian Jing curled his lips, and said: Senior sister, the criminal
whom you were pursuing was already captured, you do not have any matter anyway,
it will be better if you accept this case, right. The murderer has already killed four
innocent women, this person should be captured ah!
This senior sister, from the first time that he was acquainted with her, she was always
indifferent, but she had righteousness in her heart. The person whom she captured,
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were all wicked beyond redemption, money would surely not able to move her, but
the crime might be possible to move her.
Sure enough, the cold eyes slightly flashed, Ye Mei could not help to nod her head
several times.
Zhuo Qing secretly relaxed, today could be regarded as a success.
Dong dong (thumping sound).
The sound of the soft knocks on the door echoed lowly, the people who were inside
the room were looking at each other, Zhuo Qing lowly said: Come in. The boss
had been specifically explained not to let anybody to disturb them, then who was
outside?
And the sound of the soft knocks on the door was different, Zhuo Qings words
barely left off, the door was already pushed open nimbly, a delicate shadow was
leaning on the side of the door, Zhuo Qing lowly smiled: Why are you coming
here? She just wanted to let her have more sleep, that was why she did not go to
find her, she actually came here on her own.
After waking up from her sleep, Gu Yuns vitality was clearly better, her complexion
was no longer cold and firm anymore, softly smiled and answered: I went to Prime
Ministers manor to find you, Lou Xi Yan said that you came here.
Do you have something?
En. Nodding her head, but Gu Yun did not come urgently, waving her hand back
and forward, she withdrew to go out while she said: You all can speak first, ok.
Zhuo Qing smilingly said: I have finished talking, you come in and speak, ok.
Entering the inner room, and closing the door, Gu Yun did not actually sit down,
immediately asked: Your autopsy report said that Wu Xus incision on her chest
and the length of the incision were not the same as the other three deceased, this kind
of distinct difference, whether or not it could be explained, that the murderer could
be a different person?
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Yuns temper was still anxious like this, Zhuo Qing shook her head, calmly analyzed
and said: I can only say, that the direction of the knife that was used on the deceased
happened to change, but I did not explain that the murderer might be done by one
person. The former three deceased, looking from the direction of the incisions, the
murderer used his right hand. Wu Xus cut was caused by a left hand.
Gu Yun lightly frowned her eyebrows: Left hand?
En.
Left hand? If she was not mistaken that day, he should be left handed! Leaning
against the door, Gu Yun feigned a mysterious smile and said: I suddenly think that
there is one person who is very suspicious, we must go to find and chat with him.
There was a clue? Zhuo Qing refreshingly nodded, and got up to talk to Qian Jing
and Ye Mei: When I need help from you guys, I will inform you again, I will go
first.
Wait a minute. Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun barely pulled open the door, a low hoarse
of a mans voice started speaking coldly again.
Zhuo Qing turned around, Ao Tians face that was always cold and expressionless,
only threw out these four words strongly: I will also participate.
Qian Jing had an amazed look on his face, Ye Meis cold eyes also flashed through
a trace of peculiar, Senior brother always meant what he said, what could make him
change his decision?!
Both of them thoughtfully looked towards the person who was leaning against the
side of the door, the woman who looked as if she was lazy but constantly emitting
an elite temperament, was it because of her?
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The front courtyard of a small house was ordinary, a delegation of people were
standing, not to mention whether or not there were handsome men and beautiful
women. A delegation of people were cramming like this in front of the small front
door, however one saw it, one would feel somewhat strange.
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The gate was opened slowly, looking at the delegation of people who were at the
front door, the man was startled at first, then he was puzzlingly asked: Lu Daren, is
there any matter?
Lu Jin embarrassingly smiled, then he spoke a good excuse that he was already
thinking earlier: You were the first person who touched the corpse, I have some
things that I want to ask for your confirmation.
He did not know what was going on either, at noon time, Miss Qing Mo suddenly
asked someone to pass on a message, to make him and Cheng Hang to come to the
coroner, Jiang Xins house. Both of them came without knowing anything, and
discovered that Qing Ling was also here, the three famous bounty hunters were also
here.
Jiang Xins head was filled with fog now, but he was forced to open the door, he
was also helpless was there a need to come to his house to ask? The official
could also ask at the government office, right?! The people already stopped at the
gate, Jiang Xin could only open the door, smilingly said: Very well, please come
in.
Jiang Xins house was not big at all, Ye Mei was standing outside the door coldly,
Qian Jing was also leaning against the side of the gate, and did not enter. The bounty
hunters job was to capture people, investigating the case was not their business.
Ao Tian who was never fond of meddling in other peoples business, was completely
changed today and entered the inside of the house. Ye Mei and Qian Jing were
looking one glance at each other again, Senior brother was very strange today!
Jiang Xin and Lu Jin were sitting by the side of a small round table in the living
room, one person asked and the other person answered. Lu Jin actually did not know
what to ask, so he could only ask some questions that had some relations to this case:
When did you arrive? Who was inside the room at that time?
Jiang Xin calmly answered one by one: I arrived early morning around chenshi (7-
9 am). Wu Daren and several servants were inside the lobby at that time, nobody
entered the bedroom, but I did not know whether or not there was already someone
who entered the bedroom before I went there.
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Gu Yun entered the inner room, her eyes were used to inspect her surrounding areas,
even though she did not speak all along, but Cheng Hang already saw that she was
surely looking for some clues. Her eyes were suddenly opened big, there was nothing
peculiar after observing their surrounding carefully, but looking at it again, there was
an obvious stuff inside the small room.
When you inspected it, was there or was there not anything that was abnormal?
It was not even one burning incense (about 15 min) when I entered the bedroom,
Lu Jin Daren, you already arrived, I did not find anything that was abnormal.
Lu Jin was still asking some unimportant question to Jiang Xin, after he asked
questions for approximately one burning incense time, he actually did not know what
to ask anymore. Looking once glance at Gu Yun, Jiang Xin also turned around to
look, she was just about to squat at the side of the door, did not know what she was
doing.
Jiang Xins complexion was slightly changed, lowly expelling his breath and said:
What are you doing?
Embarrassingly got up, Gu Yun shrugged her shoulders, smilingly said: Nothing,
just looking casually.
Jiang Xin was already impatient: Does Lu Jin Daren still have anything more to
ask?
Eh nothing. He really did not know what more good questions to ask
Zhuo Qing who was always behind him, suddenly picked up the written inquiry
record that he was pretending to ask in passing a moment ago, she handed it over to
Jiang Xin and said: This is the record of your inquiry, if there is no problem after
you look at it, just sign this paper, ok.
Why? Jiang Xin was looking at Zhuo Qing suspiciously, when did the Ministry of
Justice asked to sign an inquiry?
The record of inquiry did not need to be signed during this ancient era?! If that
official recorded it incorrectly, or wrote it negligently, was it not unfair towards the
person who was being interrogated?! Zhuo Qing slightly frowned her eyebrows, her
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complexion was still calm, faintly explained and said: Nothing, it will prove that
this is really your words, and it is not forged by us.
So, it was like that, even though he had never heard of it before, but what she was
saying made sense, Jiang Xin picked up the writing brush, then he signed his name
on the paper.
Looking at his hand that was holding the writing brush, Zhuo Qing was watching
from a distance, he was left handed!!
However, could this prove that he was the murderer?! Zhuo Qing looked towards
Gu Yun, only to see that she took out a piece of white paper, handed it over to Jiang
Xin, she asked: There is one more thing, have you seen this before?
Looking one glance at the design on the paper, Jiang Xin shook his head and said:
I have not seen it before.
His face concealed it really good, but his shoulder trembled a moment ago, what was
he panicky for? Watching attentively at his face, and not letting go any of his slight
moodiness that fluctuated, with a cold voice, Gu Yun asked one more time: Are
you sure?
Swallowing a mouthful of saliva, Jiang Xin nodded one more time: I am sure.
Gu Yun was propping up the wooden table, even more pressing him forward, coldly
looking at a slight trace of his eyes, Gu Yun said this sentence: You are lying.
Suddenly magnifying in front of his face, Jiang Xin was startled and his body moved
backward unconsciously, his eyes did not actually evade Gu Yun, he persistently
said: I really have not seen it.
He should not really look face to face with her! Only a person with a guilty
conscience, would only anxiously pass through his eyes and look face to face to
make other people to believe his words! Gu Yun lightly raised the corner of her
mouth, straightened up her body to stand, smilingly said: Fei-er said that Miss Wu
gave it as a present for you.
Jiang Xin was not in a rage at all, only coldly answered: This is a frame, it is simply
talking rubbish!
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His moodiness and calmness were meticulously maintained, but it was clearly
unstable. He surely had seen this jade ornament, but, where was the jade ornament?
Gu Yun continued to strive to look face to face with him, her clear and cold voice
was not in a hurry or slow, as she said: You have seen the jade ornament, moreover,
the jade ornament is inside this room!
Her words, not only made Jiang Xins complexion to have a huge change, but also
made the other people to stare blankly, how could she suddenly speak like this?! Did
she or did she not have any proof?!
Jiang Xin finally went out of control and lowly roared and said: There is no jade
ornament!! None!!
You are Wu Xus lover! Gu Yun dropped a large bomb again.
The full house was in an uproar instantaneously, Jiang Xin simply stood up, and
laughed heartily: Absurd! This is simply too absurd!
Gu Yuns produced a lot of deceits from her mouth, Zhuo Qing understood what she
wanted to do, she wanted to see Jiang Xins expression!
Jiang Xin suddenly held back his smiling expression, staring at Gu Yun, bitterly
laughed and said: I have said it, I simply have not seen any jade ornament, if you
do not believe my words, you can search as you wish!
Search as you wish? How could he have this much self confidence, was it because
of deceitful trick, or he had already prepared?!
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Jiang Xin suddenly held back his smiling expression, staring at Gu Yun, bitterly
laughed and said: I have said it, I simply have not seen any jade ornament, if you
do not believe my words, you can search as you wish!
Search as you wish? How could he have this much self confidence, was it because
of deceitful trick, or he had already prepared?!
Gu Yuns complexion was even colder, she said in a low voice: Search!
Cheng Hang and Lu Jin looked one glance at each other, did not understand why Gu
Yun firmly determined that Jiang Xin was the murderer. Since Jiang Xin already
agreed to be searched, they would just search, ok.
Two people, one was in the living room, and the other was separated by the hanging
curtain to search inside of the bedroom. Jiang Xins facial expression seemed to be
calm and collected during this time, Gu Yuns cold eyes were never moved away
from his face all along.
Cheng Hang rummage through and shook the clothing inside the wardrobe, a bluish
white object came down from the clothing. Cheng Hang was startled, hurriedly
reached out his hand to catch it. That object was not very big, it hit his hand once,
and it still fell on the ground in the end, it made a crips jingling sound to actually
attract peoples attentions.
Cheng Hang picked it up while embarrassingly smiled and said: I am very sorry, I
manage to drop your stuff. However, when he looked clearly at the stuff on his
hand, his complexion was changed, Jiang Xin who was calm and collected a moment
ago, his complexion was already green now.
Jiang Xins eyes suddenly opened big, firmly staring at the jade ornament that was
on Cheng Hangs hand, his complexion changed from green to white. His expression
was clearly hysterical and in disbelief, lowly called out: This is impossible, I
obviously
Reclining on the round table, Gu Yuns mouth raised a trace look of small smiling
expression, her tone was actually colder and colder: You had obviously destroyed
it, why was there still a piece, was I right?!
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Staring in a daze at this cold woman, Jiang Xin only felt chilly all over! How could
she know, as if everything was within her expectation, this was impossible!!
Jiang Xin was nervous and panicky, there was no need to have any insight, everyone
could see it very clearly. Lu Jin walked to Cheng Hangs side to take that bluish
white jade ornament, there was a clear and lovely carving of the charming mandarin
ducks. The side of the mandarin ducks was a lotus leaf, also engraved with a realistic
bellflower, and the design on the paper was exactly the same!
Thinking that Gu Yun was pressing step by step towards Jiang Xin a moment ago,
she seemed to determine that the murderer was Jiang Xin from the beginning, why
was it? Lu Jin puzzlingly asked: What is going on after all, how are you certain that
the murderer is him?
Gu Yun did not make things complicated either, bluntly said: First, after he heard
that Wu Xu was pregnant, his face appeared to be alarmed, an average person would
be hard to believe it, at the most, and would not be likely to be frightened. So, he
was suspicious. Second, his left middle finger and ring finger had thin calluses from
holding the writing brush frequently, he was left handed. And from looking at Wu
Xus incision on her chest, the murderer was extremely possible to be a left handed
person.
Cheng Hang was staring at Gu Yun amazingly, she only looked at Jiang Xin for a
few glances on that day, and could unexpectedly see that he was left handed?! Could
it be that when things pass through her eyes, she could have a highly retentive
memory to analyze them? Too scary! Unfathomable!
These could not prove that he was the murderer. A hoarse male voice groaned
coldly and noncommittally, as if thinking what Gu Yuns words were not the
important points.
Turning around towards Ao Tian who was standing near the door with relatively
cold eyes, Gu Yun raised her eyebrows, was this considered as provocation?
Approaching him step by step until the both of them were almost closed together,
with a cold voice, Gu Yun smilingly said: But I could prove that he was suspicious!
Moreover, his house had the same stuff, it made me guess one step further that he
was the murderer.
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Gu Yun was almost at his chest, but her approach unexpectedly made him feel
oppressed, unconsciously he retreated one step. Originally, he was not interested
towards her lovable and graceful face, but unexpectedly, he felt that her dainty face
was so dazzling Zhuo Qing slightly narrowed her eyes, Ao Tinas face flashed
through a trace of stunning, was it because of Yun?
What is this stuff? Cheng Hang did not notice the undercurrent that was surging
up violently on that side, he only wanted to know the answer anxiously.
Although Ao Tian already retreated one step, but both of their distances were still
somewhat close, what was she doing?!
Ao Tian was still guessing Gu Yuns intention, Gu Yun already half squatted her
body, she smiled to Cheng Hang and Lu Jin and said: Do you all not think that the
wooden bolt on this door is very familiar?
Cheng Hang hurriedly ran over and squatted down to see for a moment, his eyes
were bright: The wooden bolt on this door and the one in Miss Wus room are the
same.
Look at it carefully. Gu Yun satisfyingly nodded her head, this child could be
taught!!
After looking at it carefully, Cheng Hang urgently said: There is a shallow notch?
Yes, it was very shallow, if one did not look at it carefully, one could not see it.
In order for him to be able to appear that the crime scene was the same as in the
private room, he had to tie up and release the door, so he had been practicing in his
own home for countless of times. So that he could absolutely accomplish it, he
certainly thought that the door would be knocked open, so he selected a notch to fix
the rope in its position, it just happened that the wooden bolt broke apart. While
saying, Gu Yun already took the jade ornament from Lu Jins hand, hanging the
sling, the jade ornament was flowing down. Gazing at Jiang Xins disorganized eyes,
Gu Yun with a cold voice, said: Jiang Xin, what do you still want to say?
The jade ornament that was at the crime scene appeared in his house, what could he
still have to say? Deeply breathing, Jiang Xin finally regained a little bit of his
consciousness from his frenetic appearance, puzzlingly said: After it appeared
inside the room, I definitely already broke the jade ornament into pieces, how could
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there was another piece? After he smashed the jade ornament into pieces, he burned
it along with the bloody garment, he did not really understand, why was there still a
good piece that appeared here now!?
Because that piece that you took away, it was not the original piece that Miss Wu
gave to you, it was rather her own piece. She bought a couple love tokens with the
mandarin ducks on the jade ornaments, even though she took one piece to give it to
her lover, there was still another piece. But we searched everywhere in her room, but
we could not find it, this could prove that the jade ornament was taken away by the
murderer, why did the murderer want to take away Miss Wus stuff that was on her
body? Because the murderer thought that piece of jade ornament was his! Therefore,
he could easily pick it up and walked away. Also the only person who could make
Miss Wu to drink wine with medicine in it unwittingly was that womans lover. Did
I say anything that was wrong? Jiang Xin!
Finished listening her words, Jiang Xin mocked and laughed at himself, as it turned
out, the jade ornament was a pair, he thought the one that he took away from the
crime scene was his own, but unknowingly, the one that he took away was
unexpectedly the evidence for the murder that he committed?! Stupid destiny! His
hand was covering his face, Jiang Xin crouched on the ground.
He admitted his guilt!! Lu Jin asked in a low voice: Did you also kill the other three
Misses? Why did you want to kill them?
Crouching on the ground for a very long time without saying anything, he raised his
head again for a moment, there was already tears streaming on his young face: I did
not kill them, I actually did not want to kill Xu-er, the two of us really loved each
other! Originally, I and her came to an agreement, that we would wait until I had a
little bit achievement, then I would request Wu Daren to betroth Xu-er to me. Who
would have thought that Wus family suddenly required her to be married soon, she
insisted that I asked Wu Daren to marry her right away, otherwise she would speak
out that we were already in a physical relationship If the Wu family knew about
this matter, they would never let me off, additionally, at that time, I really did not
know that she was pregnant!! Otherwise, I would not
Even if you knew that she was pregnant before, you would still kill her, because
the person you loved the most was your own self, she hindered your future, so she
must die! Jiang Xins voice was choking with emotion and could not make a sound,
but Zhuo Qing remained unmoved. He killed a person with his own hands, what
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qualification did he still have to weep, or recount their love? He absolutely did not
fit with Wu Xu, this fresh, pure, steady bellflower!
No! Lowly expelling his breath, his redden eyes looked like a kind of wild animal
that was wounded, staring at Zhuo Qing, he yelled out: We were in love.
Zhuo Qing ruthlessly sneered and said: If you really loved her, how could you do
this with your own hand? In order to cover up the fact that you murdered her, you
even picked the cruelest way to kill her!! This was your so called love?!
This kind of love was rather dirt cheap!

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Criminal Prison Division Office
A delegation of people sat on the side of the long table in the study room, there was
no one who was speaking for a very long time, did not have any easy case to solve,
everyones eyebrows looked up deeply.
Half leaning his body on the long table, Cheng Hang sighed piteously and said: We
had some clues with great difficulty, I thought we finally solved the case, the
conclusion was unexpectedly an empty happiness!
Gu Yun coldly stared one glance at him, smilingly scolded and said: At the very
least, this Wus case was solved, it could also be regarded as giving justice to Wu
Xu. The matter should always be settled one at a time, a high stuck up would not
achieve anything! Did you find the files that I asked you to find?
Bringing this subject, Cheng Hangs vitality came back, urgently said: I found them,
If I did not really look for them, I might not have noticed the cases, as it turned out,
within the past six years, this kind of heart removal cases happened within Qiong
Yue. It occurred more than two times, but it was not this kind of serial killer cases,
the cases were somewhat solved. The murderers were already executed, and then
there was no other case to solve after that. They were already old court cases ah,
counting them now, unexpectedly, there were as many as 13 cases! He had used
more than a dozen bailiffs and wasted the entire night to find access to those files!!
Zhuo Qing who was originally lazy, supporting her cheeks, listening to his words,
her vitality was also encouraged, and she asked: All the deceased were women?
They were all murdered in their private rooms, and died because of the blood losses
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from the removal of their hearts? And did their faces have frightened expressions?
Even though there were all these removal heart cases, but it did not necessarily be
done by one person ah!
En, they were all women. Only two of them were murdered in their private rooms,
but they all died because of the blood losses from the removal of their hearts, the
files did not have any record on what the deceaseds expressions were!
The files came from many reports from all parts of the regions, the coroners records
and the autopsy reports were also different, it would be very hard to compare them.
Gu Yuns forefinger was lightly tapping the table, frowningly asked: Was there any
other common situation?
There was. Even though he said there was, but Cheng Hangs face did not have
any excitement at all: Three of the women were also learning the zither with Su Mu
Feng at that time, maybe it was a coincidental, right.
Zhuo Qing and Lu Jin showed looks of disappointments, Gu Yun asked: Who is Su
Mu Feng? She had not heard him from them?
Zhuo Qing embarrassingly explained: Qiong Yues most famous stringed

instrument player, he is an indifferent and cold man, he has taught a lot of offsprings
from the famous families, the first three deceased were all his students. But I have
seen it with my own eyes last time, that he has blood phobia, moreover, it does not
look like he is pretending about it.
She believed Qings judgement, but there could not be these many coincidental in
this world, whatever matter needed to be investigated!! Gu Yun confidently got up,
smilingly said: Since he has a suspicious point, no matter whether or not he really
has blood phobia, we should still investigate him, is it not?
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Chapter 98: The Weird Su Mu Feng
The Sus Manor
The Sus family residence in the country of Qiong Yue, not only it was located at
the most bustling place in the capital city, but also because this Sus family house
was one of the courtyards that they built in the capital city. The Su family was worthy
to be the musics influential family, even though this was only one of the courtyards,
it was also decorated elegantly and outstandingly, there was the kind of elegant and
peaceful styles everywhere.
Zhuo Qings delegations were welcomed in the hall, a faint scent of the pear flowers
penetrated into their hearts deeply, several roll ink paintings were hanging on the
wall. But these paintings were not scenery paintings, they were not human objects
either, they were rather the most famous reputation of musical instruments in the
whole world. The inside of the hall was absolutely empty, did not have any other
complicated, beautiful and superfluous items either, the whole hall gave people some
feelings of noble, virtuous, proud and aloof.
Gu Yun was the same as before, encircling to look at the surroundings customarily,
she was walking around in the middle of the hall. She thought that this so called
great family would make them wait for a long time, she did not anticipate that they
were just arrived for a moment, a clear as deep spring and low chant echoed
unhurriedly: Miss Qing.
Gu Yun turned around to look, her eyes could not help to narrow slightly, a person
who was wearing a white clothing came in, walking gracefully, similar to a trace of
cool breeze that was blowing directly, a handsome appearance with a calm manner.
Additionally, that pair of deep and calm eyes could make him capture peoples line
of sights easily, Gu Yun finally understood what Zhuo Qing meant with indifferent
and distinctly cold.
Describing him, he looked like clouds and mists, and he gave people a type of
distinct and erratic cold, coming together and separating without depending on
indifferent and estranged feelings.
Zhuo Qing generously nodded her head, smilingly said: Su Gongzi, is your body a
little better?
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Su Mu Feng smilingly answered: Many thanks to Miss, I am alright.
Nobody could ignore Gu Yuns sharp expression, Su Mu Feng looked towards the
person who was standing in the middle of the living room, the woman who was
watching at him attentively, he nodded his head to her very elegantly and properly,
but the corner of his mouth raised an almost invisible smile.
This person was very interesting, you would not think that he did not have any
manners, but you absolutely could not feel his enthusiasm, Zhuo Qing smilingly
said: She is my younger sister, Qing Mo, these two people are the Criminal Prison
Divisions officials.
Su Mu Feng looked towards the two people who were on the side, his face did not
show any surprise or impatient, only tranquilly asked: What matter brought you all
to come and visit?
Lu Jin got up, cupped his hands to give courtesy, then he said politely: Su Gongzi,
I disturb you boldly, please forgive me, several deceased from our cases were all
your former students, so we have some questions that we want to inquire. Su Mu
Feng was not a member of the Imperial family, nevertheless, his reputation was
excellent, confronting this kind of elegant and refined person, one could not help to
have a respect, ok!
Su Mu Feng lightly nodded his head, answered: You do not need to stand on
ceremony, please ask, ok.
When Gongzi gave these several young ladies their last lessons, did they go to any
strange place?
No. Su Mu Feng answered calmly and concisely.
How long did Gongzi give them the zither lesson?
Miss Si and Miss Li were taught for three lessons, Princess was only taught for two
lesson. The deep and heavy complexion was calm and collected, Su Mu Feng
cooperated even more and said: Do you need the list of people who have been
thought by Su mou in the past, if you need it, I will have the servant to send it out to
the Criminal Prison Division office tomorrow.
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This Su Mu Feng was cooperated like this, Lu Jin was somewhat

embarrassed.
This is perfect! Gu Yuns clear voice seemed to be somewhat threatening, step by

step approaching Su Mu Feng, with a cold voice, Gu Yun asked: As their teacher,
what is your feeling towards their deaths?
Facing and looking at Gu Yun, it did not because she was not the official from the
government office that Su Mu Feng could avoid or be angry, his face was still
indifferent, and did not have too much cold expression, he answered: Very shock,
I wish that you can find the murderer as soon as possible.
Gu Yuns eyes slightly flashed out, this persons expression was too tranquil, until
she could not see what he was thinking about, perhaps, she ran into an opponent.
Already walking in front of Su Mu Feng, Gu Yun continued to ask: What is your
opinion about the killing method of the murderer?
I do not know how the murderer has killed them, I do not have any opinion. Su
Mu Fengs tone was gentle, his expression was natural, his answer to every question
appeared to be flawless. Gu Yun continued to approach, Zhuo Qing got up, and
wanted to pull Gu Yun, she appeared to be somewhat excessive today.
However, she did not expect that Zhuo Qing stood up, and just happened to step on
Gu Yuns skirt, Gu Yun was only concentrating to go to Su Mu Feng and did not
pay attention momentarily. Then, she stumbled ahead and almost fell over, luckily,
she reacted quickly, and grabbed Su Mu Fengs hand immediately to steady and stop
her body from falling down.
Standing her body up, Gu Yun apologetically said: I am sorry.
Barely thinking to withdraw her hand, nevertheless, she discovered that his arm was
slightly shivering, lifting her eyes to look towards Su Mu Feng, the always
indifferent and tranquil face showed a deliberate concealment of nervousness and
frenetic. Gu Yun was slightly startled, she only supported herself by holding on his
hand for a while, nothing more!?
Zhuo Qing was barely thinking to step forward to ask what was going on, but she
only saw that Gu Yuns body was weak, and relying on Su Mu Fengs body, lowly
she called out: My foot seems to sprain.
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Getting a sprain foot like this?! Impossible! Even if she really sprained her foot, it
was impossible for Gu Yun to depend on a mans embrace and did not get up. Zhuo
Qing retreated one step back, and calmly looked at this transformation.
Gu Yun could feel when she was weak and depending on his embrace, Su Mu Feng
was clearly stiff, and desired to push her towards the wooden chair on the side. His
strength was rather big, his voice also seemed to be stiffly cold: Miss, please sit
down.
Gu Yuns eyes flashed through a trace of strong ray, she had not completely removed
her body from his embrace, and her hands were still encircling his waist
presumptuously, she pretended to call out and protest coquettishly: Very painful, I
can not move, you help me up, ok.
Su Mu Feng was completely helpless, his slender fingers pulled Gu Yuns hands up,
his complexion that was indifferent at the beginning became chilly, at this time, a
low and strong roared came through from outside the door: What are you two doing
being too familiar with each other?
Looking at the direction of the low sound that just came through, a 30 years old
woman was walking in large strides towards them, the woman was wearing a dark
blue cheongsam, her hair was knotted high like a cloud bristle. There were several
unique simple and long silver hairpins on the top, with a dainty appearance, meager
and tall figure, an absolutely a beautiful woman. But her eyebrows appeared to be
angry, a pair of rigid phoenix eyes were glaring at Gu Yun with a rage appearance!
Seeing clearly the person who came, Su Mu Feng respectfully called out: Aunt
Xin. (Maternal aunt).
But the woman did not look even one glance at him, but immediately walked towards
Gu Yun. You sprained your leg, right, I will help you. Her tone had not yet off,
the woman grabbed Gu Yuns arm, and pulled her from Su Mu Fengs hand. Her
strength was great, and it made Gu Yuns brows to wrinkle slightly.
Almost being thrown down on the furthest wooden chair from Su Mu Feng, Gu Yun
with a motionless look was observing this person, Aunt Xin who was suddenly
coming out recklessly.
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Her phoenix eyes coldly swept one glance at Cheng Hang and Lu Jin, the woman
impatiently groaned and said: Do you all still have any more question to ask, I
trouble you to ask it in a hurry, Mu Feng still has a lot of other things to attend to.
Cheng Hang and Lu Jin looked one glance at each other, then looked at Zhuo Qing,
Zhuo Qing shook her head lightly to them. At this time, Gu Yun suddenly stood up,
clearly smiled and answered: There is nothing more that we want to ask, we have
disturbed the two of you, we take our leave.
Finished speaking, Gu Yun walked out of the outside door confidently and with ease,
there was not a bit sprain on her leg A delegation of people came out of the Sus
manor, the sky outside was already in the evening, it was captivatingly red as if it
was in a dream fantasy, very beautiful and it made people could not move away their
line of sights. But the sunset was beautiful in vain once more, since the dark evening
would drown its brilliance soon after.
Stretching his waist, Cheng Hang felt defeated, he lowly sighed and said: What a
waste afternoon!
Not necessarily. Zhuo Qing suddenly threw out a sentence out, Cheng Hang
suddenly turned his head around to look towards Zhuo Qing, only to see that she and
Gu Yun were looking one glance at each other. Both of them were indifferently
laughing but not speaking, Cheng Hang just barely wanted to open his mouth to ask,
Lu Jin was already throwing his hand on his shoulder, and he said: We will return
and discuss this again.
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Returning to the Criminal Prison Division office, Gu Yun had not yet sit down,
Cheng Hang was not able to wait to ask her: Does Su Mu Feng have any problem
ah? He thought that Qing Mo had this kind of peculiar ability, she was able to watch
from somebodys face and she could already distinguish if there was anything wrong
with that person. This was very cool, if she was willing to teach him, he would not
mind to call Master to this woman who was so much smaller than himself!!
Sitting down on a wooden chair unhurriedly, Gu Yun picked up a cup of water that
was on the long table, picked up the porcelain pot unhurriedly again, then poured a
cup of water, and handed it to the front of Zhuo Qing. Then, she picked up a second
cup of water, Cheng Hang could not wait, he was carrying the porcelain pot
immediately, and pouring it on her cup, he urgently said: Does he have any problem
after all?
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He does. Looking that he was was solicitous and diligent, Gu Yun did not suspend
his appetite.
Is he the murderer? Cheng hangs eyes were suddenly shining, Lu Jin was startled
in his mind, and staring at Gu Yun. What just happened today? How could they not
see any problem?
Gu Yun generously shook her head: I do not know. She only said that Su Mu Feng
had a problem, but did not say that he was a murderer ah!
Cheng Hang and Lu Jin looked one glance at each other, they were looking in
dismay, did she not say that Su Mu Feng had a problem?!
They were somewhat worshipping Yun blindly, right, Zhuo Qing broke into
laughter, she asked: What kind of problem does he have?
Draining the cup of water that was on her hand, and taking the empty cup to hand it
over to Cheng Hang who was still holding on the porcelain pot in front of him, Gu
Yun excitedly shrugged her shoulders, smilingly said: His manner towards a
woman is very strange, that maternal aunt of his is also very weird!
That was it?! While he was pouring her water, Cheng Hang bluntly laugh and said:
The person is from a modest noble family, towards a woman who is suddenly
throwing herself in his arm, he naturally wants to keep a distance. She was too
much a moment ago, ok?! Even though Su Mu Feng was indeed elegant and out of
the ordinary, his personality was serene, she did not need to be anxious like that ah!
Moreover, in any case, she was also the Generals person! Comparing both of them,
General Sus icily arrogant and unruly masculine manner was comparable to Su Mu
Fengs attractiveness to people, right, he really did not know what this woman was
thinking?!
Staring at Cheng Hang with her cold eyes, Gu Yun asked with a heavy voice: I
could understand if he showed politeness, alienation, ill at ease, even disgust, but
why was he panicky?! Is this not weird?
Panicky, was it so serious?! He could not really see, Cheng Hang tried hard to recall
Su Mu Fengs expression at that time, Lu Jin immediately asked: What explanation
can you have with his panickys expression?
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Gu Yun with a noncommittal smile: I do not know. Panicky could only explain a
type of moodiness, and could not really explain anything.
Looking towards Zhuo Qing, she only saw that she was clenching a cup next to her
lips, but she did not drink it, her eyebrows were lightly knitted. Not knowing what
she was thinking, Gu Yun lowly asked: Did you think of something?
Slowly laying down the cup, Zhuo Qing answered: I remembered, the day that Xi
Wu was attacked, she also touched Su Mu Fengs body like this, then the mishap
happened in the evening.
Originally, she did not pay any attention to this, but when Gu Yun mentioned about
a matter being in a body contact, she also thought that Su Mu Fengs reaction to
being touched by other people was somewhat extreme, especially a woman!
Zhuo Qings voice was just off, Cheng Hang immediately stoop up, and left behind
a sentence: I will go to investigate! The persons shadow already went out of the
door in a flash.
The corner of Gu Yuns mouth lightly raised, even if this person was rather
impetuous, his action and curiosity were very worthy to be affirmed!
Both hands were on her chest, Zhuo Qings face was cold like a frost, coldly groaned
and said: If the murderer was him, that blood phobia that he showed in front of me
was only a performance!
Lightly patting on Zhuo Qing because of her annoyance and tight shoulder, Gu Yun
consolingly said: It was not possible either, when I mentioned about the three
deceased, his face did not show any slight of guiltiness, flustered or complacent,
nothing at all, it was not a situation when a murderer should show. This could only
prove, either his acting was very superb, or we guessed incorrectly!
If they did not guess incorrectly, in that case, Su Mu Feng would be their first big
challenge!
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One shichen (2 hrs) after the day was completely dark, there were several oil lamps
inside the study room, the three people were occupying one area and looking over
the files.
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A thin silhouette rushed inside the room like a whirlwind, he was carrying a
porcelain pot water and a cup, abruptly drinking several cups of water, Cheng Hangs
strength was slowly returned, his legs were almost broken from running so fast!!
Lu Jin urgently said: How was it?
Carelessly wiping his perspiration, while Cheng Hang was gasping, he was also
happily nodding and he answered: According to the servant girls of the three
Misses, the day before they were murdered, they were indeed met with Su Mu Feng,
and there were more or less some physical contacts.
So it was as expected!!
Zhuo Qing made a sound with her fingers, and said: From all of Su Mu Fengs
students, only these few Misses who met with dangers, maybe that was exactly
because of this reason!
Cheng Hang suddenly thought of something, lowly called out: If this is really the
case his goal tonight will be
The three people were straightforwardly looking at Gu Yun who lowered her head
to look over the files, only to see that she slowly raised her head, her bright eyes
were slightly raised, her face showed an excitement and smilingly said: Me!
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Chapter 99: Gu Yuns Night Attacked
The moon was not bright tonight.
The inside guest room of the two story small building, the window was half opened,
several silhouettes were sitting or standing. There was someone who was not patient,
there was someone who was indifferent and speechless, there was someone who was
staying tranquilly and calmly, there was someone whose heart was flowing with
anger and impatient, nevertheless, their eyes were all staring tightly at the house on
the side.
It is already choushi (1-3 am), there is not any movement either, are you guessing
it accurately ah?! Qian Jing was reclining at the window frame, and yawning.
Zhuo Qing was glaring at him, lowly groaned and said: Shut up! After waiting for
the whole night and it was not effective, she already had enough depression, he was
still talking nonsense like this!
Looking at her angrys appearance, Lou Xi Yan was pulling her hand softly to sit on
the bench nearby, he quietly asked: Are you tired?
Zhuo Qing shook her head, lightly sighed and said: I am not tired, on the contrary,
you still have to go to the Imperial court tomorrow morning, there is no need to come
here to keep watching, it is alright when there is Mo Bai who is accompanying me.
Even though she was not Gu Yun, she would not have any problem enduring for one
or two nights. But she did not anticipate that Xi Yan would insist on accompanying
her here to keep watch, although he had not been ill for these past days, but his health
was always not so good. Her mood was pretty messy, it was actually only because
she was worried for him.
Lou Xi Yan answered smilingly: The Emperor has given an order that I have to
provide assistance to Dan Daren, so arresting the murderer is also naturally my
responsibility. Softly embracing her shoulder to let her use his shoulder as her
pillow, Lou Xi Yan lowly said: Close your eyes to take a nap for a little bit, i will
wake you up if there is something.
Leaning on his meager shoulder, it was actually not too comfortable, but his faint
warm and clear consideration already made Zhuo Qings heart to became warmth.
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Ye Meis raging flames red dress was still brilliant during the pitch black night time,
her cold eyes swept through the two people who were nestling against each other.
Not moving her line of sight, the desire in her cold eyes could not help to somewhat
disappear. She did not know it that her every movement was only looking at this one
expression, then they stopped at the pair of blue eyes that were staying at the corner.
There is someone! Qian Jing suddenly called out lowly, all of the people were
startled, they immediately went to look outside the window.
They were looking at the house that had been watched by them all night long, one
shadow transcended and came out from the inside of the courtyard wall, because of
the extremely quick speed, it went to the other side of the street and went away.
Luckily, they were standing at a high elevation, otherwise even if they would guard
a few doors, they would not be able to find the person with a black dress.
Qian Jing urgently said: Chase after or not?! If they did not chase after, the person
would run!
Lou Xi Yan calmly said: Qian Jing, you go and chase after the person, do not
inadvertently alert the enemy, also do not let him break away from your range of
sight. He had not committed a crime, it would be useless if they captured the person
now!
Good. His speaking voice was just left, Qian Jings silhouette tightly followed the
person with the black dress.
Afterwards, Lou Xi Yans calm and dark eyes were looking at the always tranquil
Sus residence, he said: Mo Bai, Ye Mei, the two of you continue to stay here, even
if there is any movement, one of you will have to stay behind, do not get caught in
the lure the enemy away from his territory plan.
Mo Bai with a cold voice answered: Yes.
One could not see clearly Ye Meis facial expression behind the mask, and could
only see that she was very softly nodding her head.
He set it up appropriately, Zhuo Qing did not need to be in trouble, and asked: We
should hurry to go to the Generals manor? She was anxious for Gu Yun, even
though the Generals manor had Su Ling and Ao Tian, but the murderers murder
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technique was peculiar, it always made her think that this matter did not feel too
good!
En! Knowing that she was anxious, Lou Xi Yan was pulling her hand to escort her
in the dark, and to rush hurriedly to the Generals manor.
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The Generals Manor
The spacious inside room was arranged very simple with a big bed in the middle,
there was a low tea table by the side of the bed, and it did not have any superfluous
decoration. Even though the moonlight was not too bright tonight, but there was no
layer of light muslin curtain, the circumstances inside the room could barely be seen
clearly.
There was a woman who was lying on the bed, her eyes were gently closed, it looked
like she was already asleep.
The weather was very hot, both of the wooden windows were opened, the night wind
was blowing inside lightly, and coming into the door lightly also, showing a meager
shadow.
After the shadow entered the inside quickly, but he did not immediately walk to the
front of the womans bed, he was rather standing in front of the window for a
moment. After a long time, he finally walked to the front of the bed, and stared at
the woman who was sleeping peacefully on the bed, and he was standing there again
foolishly.
Suddenly, he walked to the side of the low tea table, picked up a cup, and smashed
it on the ground, the sound of a broken porcelain cup was very ear piercing during
the quiet night.
Gu Yuns brows were knitted tightly, her eyes that were closed tightly, opened up
swiftly, the shadow already wanted to jump out of the window.
You have just come but already want to leave?! A clear and cold voice did not
sound dazed from just waking up, the shadow sped up his speed. Gu Yun got up and
stood on the bed and pounced to the direction of the shadow. She tightly strapped
the neck of the black dress person from behind, the black dress person was in pain,
his body was weak. He did not anticipate that this woman was unexpectedly had so
much sharp skills, the black dress person stood sideways to hit Gu Yuns abdomen.
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Gu Yun seized the opportunity to move sideways, and to use her knee to smack the
back of the black dress person.
The expression of the black dress person was dark, his hand caressed his waist, Gu
Yun could only see a silvery light that appeared suddenly, she wanted to retreat to
evade, but the other hand of the black dress person was holding and not letting go
of her hand. Not having any opportunity to retreat, Gu Yun secretly clenched her
teeth, decided to face forward, and stick close to the black dress person, she was a
lot shorter, and could maybe dodge the sword.
But she still did not have time to move, and could feel that her waist was tightened
suddenly, recovering, she was already encircled on somebodys bosom. That silvery
light was also intercepted by a pair of big hands, the smell of the reeking blood was
overflowing, the blood was dropping one by one from the persons fingers. Gu Yun
opened her eyes big to look at the man who was by her side, Ao Tian with a dark
clothing and silver hair, his complexion was pale, gloomy and chilly, but he did not
appear in pain at all, as if that dripping blood was not his blood. During the dark
night time, this emitted a mysterious charm of the man, not only it made Gu Yun
somewhat suffered a lapse in concentration, but the black dress person was also
distracted.
Ao Tian transported power on the hallow of his palm, turned his hand around, the
black dress person felt the powerful attacking energy immediately. The soft energy
was unexpectedly unloaded and came out, the black dress person was panic in his
mind, and turned around to jump out of the window.
Inside the courtyard was already surrounded by a group of soldiers for a long time
ago, the black dress person narrowed his eyes slightly, what a good plan to catch a
target. It seemed that if they did not lure him into a trap, even if he wanted to enter
the Generals manor, it would not be easy, right!
Gu Yun grabbed the silk quilt from the bed, tore it into strips, and wrapped Ao Tians
hand that was still bleeding incessantly, urgently said: Are you alright!?
The red blood quickly contaminated the white silk wrap, Ao Tian withdrew his hand,
and answered coldly: I am alright.
Finished speaking and without turning his head back, he left the room, Gu Yun felt
bewildered, this mans character was really strange, ok!
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Both of them came out of the outside courtyard, nobody paid any attention either, at
the corner, a pair of black and serene eyes flashed through a trace of complicated
radiance. Clenching his hand on the long sword that was already unsheathed, but his
hand was still a step too slow.
Su Lings face was expressionless and he withdrew from Gu Yuns courtyard, just
liked he had never appeared there.
Inside the courtyard, there were already countless of torches, they illuminated the
small courtyard. The black dress person was surrounded by the officers and soldiers,
he also understood his own circumstances. No longer resisting, only coldly looking
at Gu Yun who was walking toward him
I underestimated you, small girl. The black dress person started to talk, it was
unexpectedly a clear, bright and mellow sound of a woman.
The hand was lightly raised, the black dress person confidently tore down the black
head covering on her face, a delicate as a flower and refined as a precious jade lotus
face appeared astonishingly.
It is you?!
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At the Lobby of the Ministry of Justice
The first daybreak tore down the dark cloud, a new day was already manifested, and
turned over a night. The people who were in the lobby did not seem to be tired, for
the last two months, the murderer who was using a cruel method to remove the heart
to kill, was finally apprehended, since these days, all of the hard works were worth
it.
The woman who was kneeling on the ground was tranquil, she was not frightened
by the arrest or saying anything, there was a feeling as if she was relieved from a
burden. Gu Yun was watching attentively at her beauty and indifferent look for a
moment, and then asked: Why did you want to kill me?
The woman raised her head, and looked one glance at her, then lowered her head
again, with a hateful tone, she said: Dying was not sufficient for you, a low woman
who was trying to seduce Mu Feng!
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Gu Yuns eyes slightly flashed, her eyes straightforwardly watching at her that did
not have any expression on her face, she continued to ask: Did you also kill the
several women in the past?
She did not raise her head this time, only coldly answered: They deserved to die!
Who let all of them to have bad intentions on Mu Feng!
Dan Yu Lan said with a clear voice: Gu Yue Xin, are you admitting your guilt
now?
Gu Yue Xin slowly raised her head, looked one glance at Dan Yu Lan who was
sitting up high, she did not plan to defend herself and answered: Since I was
captured by you all, I could not really say anything anymore.
Not right! She had never answered the question about whether or not she killed those
people! She did not show any deep loathing towards those women whom she killed.
She only had a little loathing, could this make her to use that cruel method to kill
those people?!
Walking to the front of Gu Yue Xin and squatting down, Gu Yun stared at her eyes,
and said this sentence: I ask you now, you only need to answer yes or no. Did you
do that three heart removal cases in the past? Did you kill those people?
Gu Yue Xin was not patient: I already said it a moment ago
Did you or did you not? Gu Yun interrupted her words, and determined to question
closely.
The woman who was in front of her was only about 15-16 years old, but those pair
of eyes seemed to like a deep cold water that could not be seen, and made people to
lack confidence unconsciously. Secretly clenching her teeth, Gu Yue Xin answered
with a firm and loud voice: Yes!
Gu Yun slowly got up, and looked towards Zhuo Qing who was watching attentively
at her, she lightly shook her head, this woman was lying!!
She determined to admit guilty now, how should they prove that she was lying?
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Zhuo Qing coldly and lightly knitted her eyebrows, and asked: What did you use
for the murder weapon?
A thin edge of a dagger. Gu Yue Xin replied quickly this time, and the bailiff
delivered the dagger that was searched from her body, and handed it over to Dan Yu
Lan.
Zhuo Qing only swept it one glance, she already determined that the length and the
thickness of the blade, were identical with the wound.
Dan Yu Lan looked at the murder weapon while he asked: How did you accomplish
murdering them in the private room? This was something that they could not figure
out all along, and the two Qing familys sisters questioned Gu Yue Xin intensely. It
could be shown that they had doubt that she was the murderer, he actually did not
believe it either. But the murder weapon was already here, if she was not the
murderer, then who was?!
Who would have thought that Gu Yue Xin bursted into loud laughter, then casted a
sidelong glance at Dan Yu Lan, sneeringly smiled: How can this be difficult? Our
Gu Yues family, besides medical expertise, the most famous skill is hypnosis
method. As long as the servant girl who was accompanying was given the hypnosis
method, they would be able to help me leave afterwards, then helping me to close
the door, but they, themselves would not know anything at all!
Cheng Hangs eyes were opened big, untrustingly called out: Did you use the
hypnosis method for those young ladies, so they would look helplessly when their
own hearts were cut opened and they could not even budge? This is impossible, ok,
is the hypnosis method really this great?!
That kind of complacent and arrogant that was evolving in ones heart, it was not a
scam, but was it really that great ah?
Zhuo Qing suddenly asked: You show me how to do it now.
Her so called hypnosis method, was it or was it not actually just a medical hypnosis?!
Gu Yue Xin did not raise her head, coldly groaned: I will not do it, this is our
familys Gu Yue supreme feat.
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Was it supreme feat?! Zhuo Qing lightly knitted her eyebrows, sneeringly asked:
When you removed the heart, was the knife went from the left to the right or was
the knife went from the right to the left? Did you cut off the blood vessel first and
then removed the heart, or did you remove the heart first and then the blood vessel
was cut off?
I Gu Yue Xin was startled, her eyes flashed through a trace of frenetic.
You did not know it?
Raising up her head immediately, her face that always maintained a tranquil
expression appeared to be unchanged, then she was staring at Zhuo Qing, just liked
she wanted to be anxious or certain, Gu Yue Xin urgently said: Of course, I know!!
The knife was from the right to left, then I removed the heart first and then the blood
vessel was cut off!
Are you sure?
She was surely making things unnecessarily complicated!! It sure was! Breathing
deeply, Gu Yue Xin insisted on saying: I am sure!
Once she finished speaking, Lu Jin and Dan Yu Lans eyes flashed through a trace
radiant immediately, smilingly nodded their heads, Zhuo Qing answered: It seemed
that you did not kill those people. The people who had examined the corpses knew
that you were telling a lie!!
The vein of the deceased was obviously separated before the heart was removed, this
was the reason she thought that the murderers cutting method was extremely
accurate at that time.
Dan Yu Lans complexion was slightly changed, Gu Yue Xin hurriedly called out:
I killed those people, but it was a long time ago, I forgot these details, nothing
more.
Forgot? Dan Yu Lan lightly nodded, a solemn, cool and muffled sound echoed:
Very well, since you said this to protect Su Mu Feng who killed those people, then,
we would just listen to what Su Gongzi would say, ok!
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Turning around suddenly, there was that white silhouette who was already standing
behind her, deeply gazing at her.
Mu Feng?! Even though the warm morning light was already entered the law
court, and illuminating Gu Yue Xins slender body, but the warm sun did not make
her feel any trace of warmth, she only felt like she placed her own self in an ice hole.
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Chapter 100: Risking Ones Life
Mu Feng? Looking at Su Mu Fengs deep eyes, Gu Yue Xin only felt like she was
in an ice hole, she could not help but shivering slightly, and lowering her head, Gu
Yue Xin did not dare to look at him.
Squatting down by the side of Gu Yue Xin, Su Mu Feng was gazing at the side of
Gu Yue Xins beautiful face, he asked with a low voice: Aunt Xin, all the things
that you said, was it really true?
Even though his voice was very low, Gu Yun could still see from his surprise and
uncertain face that he was not willing to believe it. This was a persons expression
that should not know anything at all, but the first time that Gu Yue Xin saw Su Mu
Fengs expression, she was alarmed and concerned, what was she worry about him?!
Gu Yuns pair of cold eyes were watching closely at Su Mu Feng and Gu Yue Xin,
as she did not want to miss any of their expressions. Nevertheless, after Zhuo Qing
heard this so called hypnosis method, she was looking pensively, sinking into her
own deep thought.
I Gu Yue Xin hesitated for a moment, after that she nodded her head strongly,
and answered coldly and firmly: It was really true.
Su Mu Feng whose face was always indifferent, finally changed, a person who had
never taken an initiative to touch other people, grabbed Gu Yue Xins shoulder,
lowly roared: Why did you want to do this?
The tears on her eyes started to spill, Gu Yue Xin was breathing deeply, and simply
did not let the tears to fall. Lightly pushing aside Su Mu Fengs hand, Gu Yue Xin
lowly sighed and said: Mu Feng I am only protecting you! You return to the
Gus family house, ok, do not stay in the capital.
Speaking with regard of losing his mother when he was a child, Aunt Xin was just
liked his mother, he could not accept that Gu Yue Xin would kill people in order to
protect him. Even though he also felt that those young ladies methods in handling
things made people to be hateful and fearful, but he had never thought that they
should die ah.
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I do not believe that you will do something like this! Gu Yue Xin was staring in a
daze at his glance that was still not willing to believe her, Su Mu Feng did not know
what he should speak either?! He did not want this kind of protection!! He was not
willing to believe it even more, the Aunt whom he respected, would unexpectedly
kill people, and she also used this kind of cruel method!! This was impossible!!
Avoiding to look at Su Mu Feng whom she loved dearly, Gu Yue Xin shouted in a
loud voice: I did it, you go, ok, go immediately! Looking towards Dan Yu Lan,
Gu Yue Xin suddenly got up, and raised her head to call out: I have already admitted
the guilt, take me to the prison, ok, I do not want to see him!!
Su Mu Feng felt like he was met by an electric shock, and stared blankly at Gu Yue
Xin who was in front of him, his body was suddenly ice cold. Gu Yun discovered it
sharply, his eyes suddenly flashed through a trace of superior, gloomy and cold, but
they were quickly restored to the original clear and bright expressions.
What one should say and see, everything was already said, Dan Yu Lan waved his
hand, he said with a clear voice: The criminal has already admitted guilt, somebody
comes, take and escort her to the prison, wait after I report to the court, then I can
convict her crime.
Yes. Two bailiffs walked to the side of Gu Yue Xin, she cooperated with the two
bailiffs and left the court hall, but before she stepped out of the door, she could not
help to turn around to look at Su Mu Feng who was still standing expressionlessly
at the side. The tears in her eyes could not be controlled anymore and they were
flowing: Mu Feng, if you still recognize me as your aunt, return immediately to the
Gus family house, do you hear me?! Only in that place, that he could get the best
protection, how she regretted it now, she should not let him return to the Sus family
six years ago!!
Being shoved to make her move forward, Gu Yue Xin turned around again and
again, and shouted to Su Mu Feng: Go ah, go!!
Finally, Gu Yue Xins voice disappeared from the Ministry of Justices lobby, Su
Mu Fengs eyes were at a loss, his expression was still indifference as before.
Ignoring everybody who was in the law court, he was the same like when he came,
and left silently, but his footsteps were not free and at ease like usual.
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Dan Yu Lan did not make him stay, and let Su Mu Feng leave the law court, waiting
until he already walked in a distance, Dan Yu Lan looked one glance at everyone,
he sighed and said: How do you all look at this case?
This case admittedly had some doubtful points, but Gu Yue Xin was already arrested
as the murderer, moreover, she also had the murder weapon on her and it was a
match to the deceaseds wounds on the previous cases. They could also say the
reason clearly, and she also admitted the guilt voluntarily, as long as she was
executed, then this case was completed. The Emperor gave them one month deadline
and there was only nine days left. If the murderer was not Gu Yue Xin, they were
afraid that the so called real murderer would not be found, then Dan Daren would
already commit a crime and be sent to jail!!
The Ministry of Justices people did not utter any voice yet, Zhuo Qing did not know
what to think anymore, and she was silent as before. Lou Xi Yan was also only
listening from the beginning to the end, he did not say any acknowledgment or
opposition either, his mysterious appearance did not let people to see what he was
thinking!
The probability of the civil case to be pronounced a sentence was high, and this was
a criminal case, they absolutely had to pay particular attention to the evidences. All
of the evidences must be completed and could not have any careless omission. This
removing heart case, if one said that Gu Yue Xin was the murderer, there were too
many doubtful points in it!
The inside lobby of the Ministry of Justice was somewhat too quiet, Gu Yun
advanced one step, with a clear voice, she said: I think there are still some doubtful
points!
Dan Yu Lan straightforwardly smiled, and said: Miss Qing, there is no harm in
saying what you think. He already guessed earlier, she was not the type of person
who worked half heartedly, as a matter of fact, he, himself, appreciated this young
miss reason?!
Gu Yun lightly knitted her eyebrows, turned around to look one glance at Dan Yu
Lan, there was only nine days left. His sentence that let her say what she wanted to
say, it was extremely possible that they would not be able to catch the murderer, then
the person who would be sent to prison would be him! This kind of bearing made
her to admire him unavailingly, she would definitely catch this murderer!
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Walking to the middle of the hall, Gu Yun brought up her own doubtful points one
by one and explained: First, in order to protect Su Mu Feng not to harass and kill
people, this reason was a little far fetched, moreover, even though Gu Yue Xins
martial art was not weak, but it was not very high either. If it was not due to the
deliberate evacuation of half of the night patrol soldiers, she would probably be
captured before she could find my room. The Prince manors protection was so tight,
and the murderer could come in freely, it was definitely not something that Gu Yue
Xin could manage. Second, even the method to kill those three people was so
proficient, but she could not even say clearly the details about the murders on her
own, this absolutely could not be passed by. Third, her manner to admit the guilt
anxiously, perhaps, she was indeed protecting a certain person, that person could
possibly the murderer!
Cheng Hang took the lead to oppose: You believe that Su Gongzi was the
murderer?! I can not see it! Su Gongzis blood phobia was known by the people in
the Sus family, with regard to this, the Sus family was still looking for a lot of
doctors, this was impossible to feign!!
Gu Yun shrugged her shoulders, and answered: I did not say that he was the
murderer.
Cheng Hang did not understand even more: You obviously said that the person
whom she wanted to protect was the murderer, then was it not Su Gongzi!? Strange,
this person who was always astute, why she would say something that contradicted
herself today!!
Zhuo Qing who was silent all along, finally lifted her head up, her face was anxious
and she said: If the Gu familys hypnosis method is really so good, Su Mu Feng
can probably under this hypnosis method himself, and maybe he, himself does not
know the circumstances on why he has killed those people. And if the urge to kill
people is because he is touched by a woman, as long as a woman deliberately touches
him, he will not be able to control the urge to kill someone!
This was a so called hypnosis suggestion, if it was really like this, so the real
murderer should be that person who gave him the hypnosis!
Unable to control the urge to kill someone? This matter was very fearful, Lu Jin
looked towards Zhuo Qing, and urgently said: This is saying that he has not
undertaken his task last time as Gu Yue Xin has interrupted him, if he can not control
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the urge to kill someone, in that case, there will still a possibility that he will attack
the Generals manor again tonight?! Thus, Gu Yue Xin was so panic like that and
made him to leave the capital immediately?!
Once his words came out, everyones complexion who was in the law court, changed
immediately, Gu Yun seemed to be very relaxed, and she smiled, then with a clear
voice, she said: Very possible! But this is merely our guesses, we have to prepare
properly tonight, whether the murderer will come or not, we can only submit to the
will of heaven!
Let me be the bait this time, ok. Zhuo Qing suddenly asked, the next second, Lou
Xi Yan who was always as steady as the mountain from beginning to end, finally
lowly sighed and said: It will not do!
Breathing deeply and secretly, Lou Xi Yans complexion was restored as before, and
calmly answered: I do not agree, this is too dangerous. It was merely Gu Yue Xin
yesterday, if Ao Tian did not appear in time, Qing Mo might already sustain injuries.
Qing-er did not have any martial art, this matter would be too dangerous!
Zhuo Qing anticipated that Lou Xi Yan might not agree, but she did not think that
he would be actually determined like this. Zhuo Qing leaned her head to the side of
his ear, and said in a low but persistent voice: Xi Yan, there will be a lot of people
who will protect me in secret, I will be alright, I guarantee!
Lou Xi Yans protection towards Zhuo Qing was already very clear, if she really had
any accident, he was afraid that nobody could justify it. Dan Yu Lan lightly smiled
and advised: Actually, as long as the murderer enters the Generals manor, he is
impossible to escape, it is absolutely not necessary to put both of you in danger!
Zhuo Qing turned her head around, insistingly said: No, this time, I must untie this
so called riddle of the hypnosis method!
Lou Xi Yan knitted his eyebrows: Can other people not able to do it?
Zhuo Qing lightly shook her head, then Gu Yun straightforwardly said: If there is
really this so called hypnosis method, the person who can untie the riddle will be her
only!
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Not only Qing was the most superior forensic investigator for the past few years, she
was also a better expert in psychological education in the police department. If Su
Mu Feng could really do hypnosis on people, Qing should be able to help him!
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The simple black chariot looked like it was advancing to the direction of the Prime
Ministers manor in a hurry, the atmosphere inside the chariot was somewhat rigid.
Zhuo Qing was sitting in one corner of the chariot, Lou Xi Yan was sitting on the
other corner. Xi Yan turned his head to look towards the outside of the window, and
did not pay attention to her. Zhuo Qing was breathing deeply, then she got up
relaxingly, and moved to the side of Lou Xi Yan, she lightly pulled the sleeve of his
garment, and said lowly: Xi Yan you are angry?
Slowly turning his head around, Lou Xi Yan faintly answered: What do you
think?!
He was angry, moreover, he was extremely angry! Zhuo Qing withdrew her hand,
did not pull the sleeve of his garment anymore. Letting her acting like a spoiled child
to make him promise of her own request, she was impossible, Xi Yan also did not
absorb this behavior, ok. After a very long time, she raised her hand to look towards
Xi Yan who was always gazing at her, Zhuo Qing explained in a low voice: I am
very sorry to make you worry. But that murderer must be captured, his skill to kill
people must be broken, otherwise, those people who have died, can not get any
justice. There will be more people whose live will be threatened, I wish to find the
real murderer, but I am not only blindly going to do this thing, I have the ability to
deal with him! I will deploy everything properly tonight, to achieve an absolute safe
plan as much as possible!
The deep phoenixs eyes and persistent eyes were just looking face to face like this,
Zhuo Qing did not know what Lou Xi Yan was thinking, she could only hope that
he was able to feel her persistence that she would accomplish this matter with
confidence!!
Looking face to face for a very long time, when Zhuo Qing thought that she could
not find any way to speak with him, Lou Xi Yan suddenly lowered his head slightly,
a low personal smile came up, Zhuo Qing frowned: What are you laughing at?
Lightly holding Zhuo Qings sweating hand due to nervousness, Lou Xi Yan smiled
and said: Hand over the deployment for tonight to me, there is still ten more days
before our big wedding, I do not want not having a bride.
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Zhuo Qing suddenly opened her eyes big, she did not dare to believe and asked:
You agree!?
Lou Xi Yan helplessly groaned and said coldly: Will it be useful if I do not agree?
It will be! Looking at him who already agreed, Zhuo Qing finally had a feeling to
joke deliberately, smiled embarrassedly and said: But I will feel very sad, very
broken hearted, my owns worth will degenerate completely, there is no goal in
life
Stop, you say it like this, can I still say no? After letting her speak, he was done
completely and quickly!
Softly pulling her shoulder, and taking her into his bosom, that time when she fell
into the water, he already vowed secretly at that time, he would absolutely not make
her to face any danger, or receive any tiny bit of injury. But this time, because of her
perseverance, he unexpectedly made a compromise, because in her eyes, he already
saw the real meaning of that sentence I want to be together with you! She had her
own thought, her own willpower, what he could do for her, he must protect her
carefully and should not restrict her, right!
Suddenly thinking something, Zhuo Qing lifted her head, and asked: You have said
that there is only ten more days before our big wedding day?!! Were there only ten
days? How the time went by really quick, it already passed one month In a wink!
Softly raising his eyebrows, Lou Xi Yan tenderly smiled and said: Why? You do
not like it too quick?
Oh oh~~ The foxy smile that she had not seen for a long time, had returned, Zhuo
Qing hurriedly shook her head, and seriously answered: No, I just feel it is too
slow!!
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter, this girl was able to discern what his thought from
his body language more and more!!
Leaning on his bosom, listening to the relaxed and steady heartbeats, Zhuo Qing
raised the corner of her mouth in relief, if she did not capture this kind of man sooner,
it was really too stupid!
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She was very much looking forward to the next ten days for their wedding ceremony!
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Yinshi Night (between 3-5 am) at the Generals manor
The day was almost bright, there was no sound of any activity inside the room, the
entire Generals manor was a lot more peaceful than in the past. The moonlight was
exceptionally bright in this night, the moonlight was shown through the open
window, it shined inside the room. Zhuo Qing who was laying on the bed closed her
eyes slightly, but she was still able to see the circumstances in the bedroom clearly.
Feeling extremely anxious (the actual words, fear of distant water than cant save
the fire), Lou Xi Yan arranged Mo Bai who was wearing all black clothing to lie
down at the top of the beam. Ao Tian was hiding inside the bed curtain, near the
back of the wardrobe. Ye Mei, Qian Jing and the people from the Ministry of Justice
were waiting to ambush outside the room. Gu Yun insisted to join in the bedroom,
Lou Xi Yan was also anxious for Zhuo Qings safety, both of them were hiding
inside the room together, in the furthest corner of the bedroom. He could see clearly
things that could happen from here through the screen, but if they whispered to
speak, it was reckoned that one would not be able to hear!
The day was almost bright, could it be that they guessed it wrongly?! Or the murderer
was really not Su Mu Feng!
When Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun were guessing in their hearts, there was a black
shadow swept past the side of the window, a person with a gray clothing, his face
was wearing a silver mask, his meager figure was covered by the moonlight, he
appeared without making any sound, his skill was very quick. Mo Bai and Ao Tian
held their breaths, hurriedly exercised restraint on their breaths, this person was
absolutely an expert, if he discovered them, tonights operation to capture him would
be ruined.
The grays clothing man was standing in front of the window, looking one glance at
the woman who should not appear on the bed, his expression was dark. Hesitating
for a moment, he turned around wanting to leave.
This would not do, they could not let him run! Otherwise, even if they captured him,
she could not solve his hypnosis!
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Zhuo Qing suddenly straightened up her body, urgently calling out with a warmth
voice: Mu Feng, is it you?
The back of the grays clothing man was rigid, he did not answer, but he did not
leave either.
It was surely him! Zhuo Qing got up, and walked slowly to reach his back, but she
did not stand very close, she said with as much gentle voice as possible: Actually,
when I first saw you for the first time, I liked you right away, I had to put a lot of
effort tonight to be able to send Qing Mo away, I am actually waiting for you.
The grays clothing man slowly turned his body around, his back was facing the
moonlight, he was wearing a silver mask. Zhuo Qing could not see his face, and
could not see his expression, she could only hear a deep but clear sexy voice of a
man who smiled gently and answered: You know that I will come?
This voice the tone of voice sounded like Su Mu Feng, but the tone and
intonation were completely different!
Zhuo Qings mind was tranquil, lightly shaking her head, she advanced one step,
and was grabbing his wrist. While she was shaking it lightly, she was pretending to
be shy and then she said: I do not know, but I hope that you will come, the heavens
hears my request in the end, you have finally come.
Gu Yun suddenly turned around to roll her eyes, this woman did not need to be into
this show like this, ok, this man who was by her side and was as gentle as the jade
according to the legend, his fist was already relaxing and then tightening it again, he
had been doing this for several times!!
Zhuo Qing thought that the grays clothing man would push her away, this would be
Su Mu Fengs normal reaction. Who would have thought, he not only did not push
her away, but also put his hand around her waist, and confined her tightly in his
embrace. His face was warmer, darker and he kept it close to her cheek and caressed
it repeatedly. His charming voice had a trace of hoarse and scorching breath, a faint
sound echoed next to her ear: You say that you like me?
The cold mask on his face was caressing, just felt like a snake scales on your cheek,
this eerie and frightening feeling were so annoying. Zhuo Qing secretly breathed
deeply for several times, then she nodded gently and answered in a low voice: En.
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Not waiting until she recovered, the man already held her waist and carried her up,
then he walked to the front of the spacious bed. Lightly putting her on the bed, soon
after, his body was pushing her down immediately. Trapping Zhuo Qing in between
his arms, his fingers were circling and enticing her earlobe incessantly, this man
could definitely flirt! Was he really Su Mu Feng?!
Stretching her hand out with difficulty, caressing the mans mask that was on his
face, Zhuo Qing with a tender and soft voice said in a mumble repetition: Mu Feng,
I want to look at you!
Gu Yun carefully looked towards Lou Xi Yan who could be considered very calm,
she could only see that his pair of phoenix eyes were cold slightly. Even though it
was at night time, Gu Yun could feel the killing intention from the ray within his
eyes. She really admired this mans rational and his profound understanding, this
man really loved Qing!
The grays clothing man was suddenly grabbing Zhuo Qings hand, Mo Bai who
was hiding at the top of the beam raised his guard immediately. Zhuo Qings heart
was also frightened, and she thought that he might be angry. Who should have
thought, that the man unexpectedly grabbed the mask on his own, then lifted it open
confidently and at ease, then lightly threw it on the bedside at last.
Zhuo Qing could finally see the mans eyes clearly.
The face before her eyes had a clear angle, unusually handsome, it was really Su Mu
Fengs face, but Zhuo Qing did not dare to be certain, was this person really Su Mu
Feng?! During the day, it seemed that his eyes were faintly silver grayish black color,
but during the night, they were unexpectedly silver grayish, his eyes were squinting
and they looked like a faint smiling, his thin and rosy lips captured the oppressive
trick. The cold, graceful and distincts manners that he had during the day, it changed
into his bearing that was completely indolent like a demonic charm at this moment.
This kind of him was really dazzling and it made peoples heartbeats to speed up.
Zhuo Qings heart grew suspicious at this moment, and begun to question her own
previous judgement, if under the hypnosis, it was impossible to transform his own
self with this much extent. Then, was he or was he not Su Mu Feng after all, or
Zhuo Qing pondered into her own train of thought, but the man did not allow her to
dodge her thought, his hand gently pinched her chin, and the man quietly asked:
Are you willing to do whatever thing for me?
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Zhuo Qing stared blankly, and nodded her head and smilingly said: En.
Gently blowing the tip of Zhuo Qings nose, the man was caressing her cheek, while
asking in a low voice: Well behaved girl, are you or are you not willing to give your
heart to me?
The muffled voice was gentle and enticing peoples feeling with fascination, Zhuo
Qing lightly raised her eyebrows, and asked: You want my heart?
Zhuo Qings answer made his expression slightly flashed, but it was very quick, he
regained that demonic charm with his smile again: Are you not willing?
Their eyes were gazing at each other without blinking now, Zhuo Qing could see his
serene and depth eyes that were wandering in the silvery light, they looked like a
deep abyss. Holding ones breath little by little, after experiencing this kind of a very
peculiar thing on her own, Zhuo Qing felt that she was absent minded and dizzy for
a split second. After a moment, Zhuo Qing nodded her head and said: Fine.
The mans face raised a trace of excitement with a demonic unrestrained smiling
expression, he straightened up to sit down, satisfyingly looking at the woman who
was motionless. His hand was stretching to her belt familiarly, then her clothing was
falling off very quickly. He was watching at the body of the woman who was looking
at him, gently and softly smiled: Do not be afraid, you will be free very quickly.
The thin blade that was bright and clean was wandering on the skin, the cold sharp
knife was playing across the chest, the pretty red color was following along the
incision, playing across the waist, then falling into the silk cover.
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The thin blade that was bright and clean was wandering on the skin, the cold sharp
knife was playing across the chest, the pretty red color was following along the
incision, playing across the waist, then falling into the silk cover As if he was
used with this kind of knife, the man slowly stretched his hand to explore to the
thoracic cavity. Soon, the mans hand clasped a heart that was still thumping and
pulsing and handing it over in front of Zhuo Qing. Waiting to see her frightened and
painful expressions, this made him to get the most excited moment. When he was
facing towards Zhuo Qings eyes, his mind was actually panicky, and when he was
facing the calm looking eyes that were serene, there was no frightened and pain on
her face even more.
The demonic charms smiling expression that was on the side of the mans lips was
rigid now! Staring blankly to look at her own heart that was scooped out, how could
she have this calm expression?!! What was going on?
What is going on? This question was not only in the mind of the man who was
incessantly and foolishly sitting on the bed, apart from Gu Yun, the other three men
who were inside the room were amazed when they were looking at what happened
near the curtain!
Afterwards, the man and Zhuo Qing who were laying on the bed a moment ago,
looked face to face for a good moment, then he sat up and was in his own mind.
Zhuo Qing immediately shifted towards the other direction, and then a strange thing
happened. The man looked at the empty bed, removed someones clothing and
reached into his clothing, then took out a sharp and thin knife from his waist. Very
skillfully and agilely, he slashed the knife, his hand also stretched into the knife
incision, his hand looked like he was clasping some stuff and taking it out. His face
was carrying an excitement and zealotry from beginning to end, and he just looked
like he was demonstrating how he removed the heart to all of them, it was weird
regardless how one saw it Gu Yun slightly smiled, calmly answered: Continue
watching and you will understand. It looked like Qing was successful in reversing
the hypnosis.
You The man was staring at Zhuo Qings serene eyes, afterwards, he only
felt a burst of dizziness, he discovered with shock that the heart that was in his hand
unexpectedly disappeared without a trace. A handful of blood was also obliterated
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completely, he became aware that the bed sheet was white, there was nothing, Zhuo
Qings sharp eyes were watching attentively and coldly at him.
This is impossible! The man was staring at Zhuo Qing, the domineering
demonic charm that was on his facial expression changed surprisingly and
disturbingly.
Zhuo Qing straightened up immediately, her red lips lightly opened, with a cold
voice, she said: In this world, you are not the only one who can hypnosis! She
admitted that at the very first beginning, she almost lost in his eyes, if she did not
have any preparation, he would probably succeeded hypnotizing her.
The mans eyes flashed through a trace of ruthlessness, Zhuo Qing was startled, her
body fell down rapidly, her hand obstructed her chest subconsciously. The knife that
was on the mans hand played across the back of her hand, the mans body appeared
to move. Lou Xi Yans anxious voice echoed at that time: Mo Bai, Ao Tian, capture
him!
Mo Bai jumped down from the top of the beam and attacked towards the mans arm,
the man agilely turned to kick his foot. The hand that was holding a knife was still
not giving up and trying to pierce Zhuo Qing who was already retreated to the most
distant area of the bed. Just before several hits would blow Zhuo Qings chest, there
was a big palm that was extended from the back of the bed curtain to intercept the
mans wrist, hence, the inner strength jolted the mans attack. Zhuo Qing only felt
that her shoulder was tight, an enormous power threw her out of the bed, the power
was big, she almost knocked against the screen. Fortunately, Lou Xi Yan and Gu
Yun caught her body promptly, so she did not injure herself.
Mo Bai and Ao Tian, both of the great masters, surrounded to attack, the mans
movement was somewhat frenetic, but after ten attacks, he unexpectedly did not
appear to be defeated either. Gu Yun looked one glance at the window, her eyes
slightly flashed out, then she shouted: Mo Bai, Ao Tian, do not let him escape out
of this room!
Her speaking voice was barely left out, the man immediately retreated towards the
window, with one dodge, he already went out of the room. Mo Bai, Ao Tian, also
bent over to go out powerfully.
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Gu Yun was relaxed secretly, there were Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing in this room,
who did not know martial arts, if they continued to fight inside and one of them was
caught by the man and became a hostage, that would be bad. Since he went outside,
it was impossible for him to escape.
As expected, when the man went outside the courtyard, he was met with Ye Meis
raging and long whip. Around the small courtyard, the hidden archers were also
showing themselves completely, their bows were targeted at that person with a gray
clothing.
Gu Yun turned around to look one glance at Zhuo Qing who was in Lou Xi Yans
embrace, there was him to take care of Qing, so it should be alright, Gu Yun also
went to the outside courtyard.
Sizing up Zhuo Qings whole body up and down, Lou Xi Yan urgently said: Where
did you hurt? When he looked at the dagger that was waved towards her, he totally
forgot to breathe, and was afraid to wink, if he would lose her!
Just liked when she lost consciousness by the side of the lotus pond last time, she
only heard Lou Xi Wus realistic saying, she finally saw Lou Xi Yans face that
turned pale today, but her heart was very hurt. She liked his faint smile, and his
manner when he was planning his strategies!!
Zhuo Qing shook her head strongly, with a trembling voice, she said: I am alright.
Let me take a look. Grabbing Zhuo Qings hand, there was about three inches
length of slash on the back of her left hand, the blood was hashing. Fortunately, the
wound was not deep, it was merely sept out a bead of blood, it was not a lot of blood.
Lou Xi Yan was finally at ease, tearing the cuff of his cloth, and lightly wrapping
her wound, Zhuo Qing did not dare to move either, she could only say: Xi Yan, I
am really alright, only a little cut, really.
Looking at her one glance grudgingly and helplessly, Lou Xi Yan sighed secretly,
he discovered that after he fell in love with her, his heart did not have the original
unyielding heart like before!
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Taking her closely to his embrace, her warm body, the soft and long breath, all were
showing that she was really alright, Lou Xi Yans heart finally returned to the
original position after a while!
Zhuo Qing saw that his complexion was a little better, then whisperingly said: Let
us go out to take a look, is that ok?
Lou Xi Yan nodded his head helplessly, pulling her hand that had no injury, they
walked to the side of the door, and did not allow her to be any closer.
Mo Bai, Ye Mei, Ao Tian, the three people were attacking, the man did not have any
opportunity to escape again. Mo Bai and Ao Tians were attacking from the left and
right, Ye Mei was able to use the long whip to trap the man and bind him up. The
other government officials were also seizing the opportunity to use a rope that was
already prepared in advance properly. Using this whole plan to trap the man would
definitely bear fruit.
Cheng Hang saw the mans face clearly, immediately scolded disdainfully and said:
Su Mu Feng, you are unexpectedly the real murderer! You still make your own
maternal aunt to take a blame for you! You are simply worst than a beast! He was
pretending that he did not know anything this morning, this dignified man was
simply a wretched!!
The man was still struggling to get free, his ruthless eyes were staring at Cheng Hang
straightforwardly, then he roared to say: What happened to Aunt Xin!
These pair of eyes were cloudy and very pungent, it did not resemble the original Su
Mu Fengs one bit, Cheng Hangs heart could not help but get agitated. Swallowing
his saliva, he scolded: You are still playing dumb! Someone comes, escort him to
return!
The bailiffs were gathering around to pull the man away, Zhuo Qing lowly shouted:
Hold on, I want to ask him some questions.
Cheng Hang turned his head around, looked at her hand that was wrapped by a cloth,
he thought that her injury was very serious, he advised to say: Madam, you should
go to wrap up your wound, ok, what questions do you want to ask, you can ask as
you please once he arrives at the government office.
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Turning around to face the bailiffs, he shouted: Escort and return. This was finally
the real murderer this time, right, Dan Yu Lan did not need to be sent to prison in
the end!!
Looking at the delegation of men who were walking out hurriedly, Zhuo Qing
lowered her head, she sighed and said: I am afraid that it will not be sufficient to
ask him later on.
She was whispering her words, Lou Xi Yan did not hear it clearly, and he asked:
What did you say?
Lightly shaking her head, Zhuo Qing sighed and said: Nothing. She was hoping
that her anticipation would not come true!
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Unfortunately, the heaven did not comply with ones hope, the matter that Zhuo
Qing was anxious about, was still happened The sky was bright, Zhuo Qing
was accompanied by Lou Xi Yan to arrive at the Ministry of Justice. Barely entering
the study room, she already heard Cheng Hangs loud voice that was shouting: I
am furious, once Su Mu Feng returned back to the government office, he was playing
a fool, he did not know what happened entirely, we already captured him now, but
he was still refusing to admit what he had done! Ridiculous!
Zhuo Qing lowly sighed, the thing that she was anxious about, it still happened!
Both of them entered the inner room, Dan Yu Lan saw them first, slightly nodded
and said: Prime Minister Lou, Madam.
Even though she already guessed what had happened, Zhuo Qing still asked: What
happened?
Cheng Hang was angry and he lowly groaned and said: Su Mu Feng was
unexpectedly pretending to be naive, he said that she did not know what happened
last night!!
Gu Yun already arrived at an earlier time, half leaning against the side of the door,
she said with a low voice: He and the one from last night are not the same.
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The entire person was completely different, apart from that clothing, they were
simply two different people!! It was possible that Qing knew where the problem
came from!
Looking face to face one glance at Gu Yun, Zhuo Qing helplessly said: I want to
meet with him.
Due to Zhuo Qings persistence, only she and Gu Yun went to the prison cell, once
they entered the inside prison, she finally knew why Lou Xi Yan and Dan Yu Lan
agreed to let them see the criminal alone even though it would be very dangerous.
The inside of the prison cell was spacious, there was only a very small window,
fortunately, the sunshine was glittering from the outside, so the inside of the prison
cell was still bright. In the deepest prison cell, there was a grays clothing man who
was sitting with his cross legged. His hands were locked up with two strip of chains,
the chains thickness were almost like a womans wrists. One side of the chain was
tied on his hands, and the other side was deeply inserted inside the wall, his feet were
also like this.
If it was an ordinary person whose hands and feet were tied up with heavy chains
like this, he would not be able to move, just trying to move ones hand or foot, it
would definitely be difficult, right.
The length of the iron chain was limited, even if he could really stand up to attack
people, he could only reach to half of the prison cell, being bound like this, nobody
could really do anything, ok!
Zhuo Qing was watching closely and attentively at the man who was not too far
away, the way he was sitting cross legged like this, it looked like when she saw
him for the first time at Lou Xi Wus courtyard, yes, even though the environment
was completely different. There was no lovable flower and grassy area, no graceful
zither sound, but his body was still flowing that sort of graceful and indifferent
appearance. This man was exactly that Su Mu Feng whom they were very familiar
with.
Su Mu Feng appeared to discover their arrivals, slowly opened his eyes to look, he
was smiling slightly towards them. Lightly nodding his head, it seemed like he was
not a prisoner, but he was still receiving them as visitors at his home. This side of
his personality, where one could maintain his own steadiness, how many people
could accomplish this?
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Gu Yun lowly sighed, looked one glance towards Zhuo Qing, this kind of Su Mu
Feng, how could people able to connect together with that violent one from last
night?!
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Zhuo Qing stepped forward for one step, smilingly said: Su Gongzi.
Su Mu Feng answered with the same calmness and smile, he spoke bluntly:: If you
want to ask anything, just ask, ok.
Zhuo Qing did not exchange any more greetings either, and asked: Did you know
what happened last night?
Slowly shaking his head, Su Mu Feng calmly answered: They said that I attacked
you last night, I am that crazy person who has been stealing peoples hearts. He
said it very serenely, this kind of serene emotion made people really amazed. If you
said that you did not know what happened, but you suddenly said that you turned
into a murderer, even if you were a calm and indifferent person, you should also
want to protest, right!
Zhuo Qing remained calm and collected, and continued to ask: What do you think?
Maybe I am. I did not have any impression on the matter from yesterday, but when
I was awaken, I was at the Ministry of Justices prison and this was an undeniable
fact. These past few years, he did not remember anything that he had done
frequently. When he was awaken, not only that he would be at some strange places,
but also some indescribable scars would appear on his body. He thought to himself
that he had some problems, but he did not know that he was unexpectedly that crazy
murderer devil.
Suddenly thinking of something, Su Mu Feng looked towards Gu Yun with a

somewhat anxious look, and the serene look on his face was finally removed: Since
you all believe that I am the murderer, can you release Aunt Xin?
Out of the question. Gu Yun firmly answered.
Why? Since the murderer was actually him, Aunt Xin was just an innocent person!
Gu Yun lowly sighed, realistically said: She already knew from the beginning who
was the murderer, but she insisted on taking the blame for you, she already violated
and covered up the crime.
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Covering up the crime? Su Mu Feng muttered to himself for a moment, and leaned
against the stone wall, softly and lowly mumbled to say: Good, ok, at the very least,
she does not need to die.
His face showed an extreme relax expression that made Zhuo Qing felt a trace of
restlessness, urgently said: Did you not want to say anything? It was not his own
fault having this double personalities, did he really not plan to fight for himself?
No, however you want to convict, I will comply with you all, ok. Finished
speaking, Su Mu Feng slowly closed his eyes, he was not willing to speak with them
again.
His answer really made Zhuo Qing disappointed.
The two people were looking one glance at each other, then they withdrew to the
outside of prison. Zhuo Qing already had premonition last night that this thing would
develop like this situation now, but she did not think before that Su Mu Feng was
unexpectedly willing to undertook all the guilts even though he did not know
anything himself. She really did not know whether to admire him or scold him. Being
silent at the prison gate for a long time, Gu Yun put her hand on Zhuo Qings
shoulder, she sighed and said: We will look for Gu Yue Xin first, once we know
the reason of this matter clearly, we will discuss it again.
En. It could only be like this, from Su Mu Fengs side, she was afraid that he would
not give any answer to them.
Sweeping one glance at the bandage on Zhuo Qings hand, Gu Yun anxiously ask:
Your hand is really alright?
Last night was a thrilling situation, not only Lou Xi Yan was really frightened, she
was also scared until her whole body was sweating!
Shaking her fingers freely and flexibly, Zhuo Qing smilingly said: Is there
something wrong with me? I am still here?
Gu Yun shrugged her shoulders: That is right. Lou Xi Yan was still more nervous
than her! After all, their wedding ceremony would be here in a few days. Speaking
of which, Lou Xi Yan could be regarded to indulge at Qing. Their big day was
coming quickly, but he still allowed her to run around outside all day long.
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Both of them were chatting all the way, until they arrived at Gu Yue Xins prison.
Looking towards them, Gu Yue Xin did not give any look to them either, only half
sitting on the stone bed, she coldly asked: What are you all coming here for?
Gu Yun took the lead to stride into the prison, slowly said: We come to inform you
one good news, we have finally captured the real murderer last night, you may not
need to
Sure enough, Gu Yuns speaking voice had not left, Gu Yue Xin hurriedly stood up
from the stone bed, she was staring at Gu Yun, calling out impatiently: Whom did
you capture?
Su Mu Feng. Gu Yun meticulously said it slowly and clearly.
No. Gu Yue Xin rushed towards Gu Yun, Gu Yun flexibly dodged her hands, Gu
Yue Xin was clearly already panicky, she urgently said: You captured the wrong
person, Mu Feng, he was not the murderer!! He was innocent! Mu Feng, this child,
why did he not go!! Why did he not go ah.
Zhuo Qing coldly said: If he was not the murderer, then who was the murderer?
Gu Yue Xin was shaking all over, her long mouth was already closed again, it was
closing and opening up again. Several times afterwards, and as if her strength had
been drawn out empty, Gu Yue Xin collapsed and sat on the ground. She was still
not able to say any word, how could she start to explain? Even if she could speak
out, how many people would be able to believe her anyway?!!!
She really knew!! Zhuo Qing was certain for a bit, entering the prison, and squatting
down next to Gu Yue Xin, Zhuo Qing was leading her hand, and she quietly asked:
That person who was using Su Mu Fengs body, the man who wanted to kill after
he was being touched by a woman, who was he? How could I was able to see him?
You? Zhuo Qings speaking tone just left, Gu Yue Xin immediately looked like
she was being shocked by electricity and she withdrew her hands. Her bloodshot
eyes were filled with amazement and they were staring at Zhuo Qing, how could she
know how was it possible?!
Her reaction boosted Zhuo Qings morale, softly smiling, Zhuo Qing continued to
say: You do not need to feel strange, I know that there are two different souls inside
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Su Mu Fengs body. The person who is not Su Mu Feng is the one who has been
murdering people, who is he? What is his name, you have met him, is that right?
Her eyes were flickering and lowering her head, Gu Yue Xins heart was still
struggling, whether or not she could believe the woman who was in front of her?
How did she know Mu Fengs matter, how was Mu Feng in the end?!
Seeing that her thought was hesitating, Gu Yun said this one harsh sentence one
more time: If you are not willing to say, we are not able to help Su Mu Feng. He
will be dead undoubtedly!
Gu Yue Xin frighteningly lifted up her head again, her eyes were examining the two
odd women closely for a good moment, finally, as if she had determined, she faintly
sighed and said: This incident, it was already a mistake from the beginning! Twenty
years ago, my second elder sister and Mu Fengs father, Su Zhan Yi, met and fell in
love, but at that time, Su Zhan Yi already had a legal wife and two concubines.
Dealing with the two peoples profound emotions, in spite of the strong opposition
from the Gus family, second elder sister determined to enter the Sus family, and
become Su Zhan Yis concubine. Their emotions were really good, Su Zhan Yi
extremely cherished second elder sister, not long after, she gave birth to Mu Feng.
When Su Zhan Yi was at home, the legal wife and other concubines naturally did
not dare to do anything to second elder sister, but when Su Zhan Yi went out, they
were deliberately making things difficult for her. Second elder sisters tragedy was
also Mu Fengs tragedy that happened when he was ten years old.
Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun looked towards each other, guessed that she must want to
tell them the actual situation, the two people was sitting cross legged casually next
to Gu Yue Xins side, and quietly listening to her words.
Su Zhan Yi went to the capital that year, and when he was not at home, several
children from the legal wifes family were playing around at the Sus manor, Mu
Feng was always extremely attractive and intelligent as a child until he grew up.
That several children took the initiative to seek him to play with them, who would
have thought that he was shy and had an indifferent temperament since he was
young. His indifferent character offended the legal wifes young niece, as she wanted
Mu Feng to accompany her to play. Dragging the two people who were rolling
together, their clothes were also in disorder, hearing the noise, the servant girls saw
the two people who were laying on the ground, and they called out the legal wife to
come in a rush.
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Speaking to here, Gu Yue Xin who originally had a sighing face, suddenly changed
her tone of voice and she looked rather resentful: Looking that the adults were
coming, the small girl would not admit even if she died that she was the one who
pulled Mu Feng down and not letting him go. She was weeping and saying that it
was Mu Feng who groped her with an errant intention, the other kids did not dare to
speak the truth about it either, they denounced Mu Feng one by one. Mu Feng did
not dispute either, the legal wife finally got a reason with great difficulty, she would
naturally not going to let Mu Feng get away with it, so he demanded to use the
familys law, and punish him with a 50 rod hits! A ten year old child, who would be
able to endure a 50 rod hits!! Second elder sister pleaded for leniency for a while,
the legal wife was still not letting go to dishonor the family tradition inflexibly. After
being hit for ten times, Mu Feng was almost lost consciousness, second elder sister
could only lie next to Mu Feng to substitute his other 40 hits punishment. Even
though second elder sisters medical expertise was superior, her body was extremely
weak, she was gone after three days, when I came in a hurry, Mu Feng was still
unconscious, in a fury, I took Mu Feng back to the Gus family.
Unexpectedly, the person was still alive after they were trying to beat him to death?!
Gu Yuns hand changed into a fist unexpectedly. On the other hand, Zhuo Qing was
still undisturbed, she asked in a low voice: Su Mu Feng had these double
personalities from that time??
Looking at her own mother who died helplessly because of him, this provocation
could bring about the other split personality, and it was not impossible either.
Especially, this was his experience when he was young, when his temperament was
still taking a decisive function!
Suspiciously looking one glance at Zhuo Qing, Gu Yue Xin shook her head, and
continued to say: We did not know anything about this so called double
personalities, we felt that this child was very strange at the beginning. He seemed to
be normal and looked like his ordinary self and it was no different in the morning,
even he did not remember how my second elder sister died. In order not to make him
feel sad, we could only lie to him and say that second elder sister died due to illness.
He would change into his other self during the night, he was violent, very shady,
covered with vicious temperaments, his thought was filled with resentment. He tried
to find all of the Gu Yues family martial art books, and went all out to practice them,
he almost caught fire to become a member of the devil for several times (this is a
saying that because he learned all these martial arts incorrectly so he became like a
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devil or bad guy). There was no one who could do anything about it, the family
elders were afraid that he would take his young life out (kill himself due to learning
the martial arts incorrectly) so they began to teach him the martial arts, he was
entirely different during the day time and the evening. In order to differentiate them,
we called him Mu Feng during the day, and Xi Feng during the night. It was like this
for the next five years, this next five years, Xi Fengs martial arts were more and
more powerful, Mu Fengs zither skill was also higher and higher. Later on, Xi Feng
would appear less, we thought that this kids strange illness got better, so thus, when
Su Zhan Yi was begging for him to come back six years ago, the Gu Yues family
finally agreed to let Mu Feng go back.
As it turned out, he was Xi Feng!! Double personalities were actually quite common
where people had split personalities, both individuals could exist independently. In
Su Mu Fengs case, he did not seem to know Xi Fengs existence, and Xi Feng was
posing as Mu Fengs protection?!
Afterwards, so long as there was a woman who touched Mu Feng, Xi Feng would
appear and kill that person at night?!
En, in Xi Fengs heart, those girls from the wealthy families who were pulling Mu
Feng aggressively, were all artificial and lowly women, and should be dead
entirely! Gu Yue Xin slightly closed her eyes, her heart was in pain naturally and
evidently. Knowing perfectly well that he had this kind of illness, but she could not
prevent him or help him, then it ended up with this kind of conclusion!
Thinking of that pair of eyes that she could almost unable to resist last night, Zhuo
Qing asked: I want to know, his hyp (from hypnosis but she stops her sentence)
who was teaching the hypnosis method to him? His teacher was sure to be a
hypnosis master, why did he not discover and help Su Mu Feng with any treatment
earlier?!
Mentioning this, Gu Yue Xins face looked more worry: Mu Feng actually did not
learn hypnosis, the one who could hypnosis was Xi Feng. In Gu Yues family clan
member, every generation has one person who has silver grayish eyes naturally, their
ability to hypnosis is a gift. This generation, unexpectedly appears on Xi Fengs
body, I do not know if it is a predestined affinity or disaster!
Naturally?! Heaven ah! Unexpectedly, there was still this kind of thing!
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Gu Yue Xin suddenly grabbed Gu Yun and Zhuo Qings hands, this woman was
very proud and arrogant in the past, but her eyes were already blurry with tears at
this moment: I know, no matter whether it is Mu Feng or Xi Feng, you all think that
they are still the same person. He is the murderer but they are very pitiful, especially
Mu Feng, he absolutely does not know what has happened. Can you or can you not
help him, ok!!
Listening to the sound of choking and weeping made the two of them move
emotionally, especially after they saw the person who was bound by a chain firmly
a moment ago, nevertheless, Su Mu Feng was still able to smile tranquilly and
calmly, how could they not want to help him? But here was not modern times, where
they could give him a psychiatry diagnosis and he could be classified as having
double personalities. Then, they could maybe spare him from a death penalty, but
during this ancient times, would anybody believe them? Even if they would believe,
he killed the daughters of the high ranking officials and noblemen after all, nobody
would let him off!
Gu Yun and Zhuo Qing sank into contemplation at the same time.
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Chapter 103: Prelude To The Wedding
Zhai Xing Pavilion
Almost entering the autumn, the weather was still warm that could scare people, the
bright sunshine with a hot and stuffy atmosphere, it made people to have hot
tempered ineffably. Zhuo Qing was leaning on the window lattice customarily, her
eyes were looking at the lake that was in a distant away, her expression was
completely empty. Even when Lou xi Yan was already entered the inner room and
standing next to her, she was still indifferent.
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter, his young wife seemed to get caught up in her own
train of thought, no one could get her tiny bit of attention. Lightly encircling Zhuo
Qings waist from behind, and bringing her into his bosom, Lou Xi Yan smilingly
said with a soft voice: What are you thinking that you are so entranced like this?
The gentle and soft muttering, and the familiar embrace, Zhuo Qing recovered and
was not alarmed, rather she was cuddling deeper on the man who was behind her,
sighed and said in a low voice: Does Su Mu Feng must really die undoubtedly?
Once she and Gu Yun found out that Su Mu Feng had double personalities, they had
already talked to Dan Yu Lan and Xi Yan, they did not believe it at first, but finally
understood afterwards. They also put the greatest effort on this issue, but soon
afterwards, the outcome was still followed in accordance to Qiong Yues law, Su
Mu Feng would still be beheaded!
As a person who had studied psychology in humanity and a doctor, she understood
Su Mu Fengs psychological and circumstances. Consequently, watching that he was
going to get an execution, it was hard for her to accept it yet!
Lou Xi Yan was silent for a moment, he finally answered: No matter who was the
murderer, whether it was Su Mu Feng or that so called Xi Feng, he killed three
innocent women, that was a fact that could not be quibbled. If he was not punished
severely, how could we justify ourselves to those people who died. Su Mu Feng
might be an innocent, but could it be that those women who were in calamity, should
die?!
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Lou Xi Yan actually did not wish to argue with Qing-er opinionatedly because of
this matter, perhaps, he could understand some of her point of views, but did the
legal principle pay attention to impartiality?
Turning her body around, and meeting at Lou Xi Yans always gentle but utterly
persisted eyes, Zhuo Qing explained: I did not mean it like that, but Su Mu Feng
who was the main personality, was actually in an unconscious state of mind at that
time. He was actually a sick person, when he killed those people, he was on an
outbreak period. We can not punish a person who is already sick. This matter really
does not have anything to redeem the situation?!
Lou Xi Yan firmly shook his head, he sighed and said with a low voice: One will
pay with ones life if one kills a person, it is the heavens law and earths principle,
the ordinary people understand this since ancient times and carry on the principle. If
because of this illness, one can kill those innocent people as ones wish, where is the
logic? Su Mu Feng killed people, and those deceased were not from the average
people, they were loving daughters of those families who suffered because of the
losses, and how they could just let him off. Qing-er, it is not that you are the only
one who can not help him with this incident, Dan Yu Lan, I, even the Emperor, are
all powerless!
She had already thought about this answer, but hearing what Xi Yan was saying with
her own ears, she still felt even more helpless. Carrying on her modern eras concept
was extremely conflicted with the ideal of this world, however thinking it again, the
modern society could have this kind of concept of the legal system, was it not
evolving due to the many years of history experiences? How could she insist on her
concept for Qiong Yue to accept at this moment?
Regarding Su Mu Feng, besides feeling sorry for him, what could she still do for
him?
Even though Zhuo Qing did not say anything again, nevertheless, her mood was not
so good, lightly patting her cheek, Lou Xi Yan softly coaxed and said: Ok la, you
already strive your hardest, do not think about this again.
Zhuo Qing slowly nodded her head, but she was still absent minded like that. Lou
Xi Yan swept one glance at the red color wedding dress that was on the round table.
It seemed that it was already came for some time, but the person had not touched it
yet. Leading along Zhuo Qings hand to the front of the round table, Lou Xi Yan
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smilingly said: The wedding ceremonial robe has been delivered, have you tried it
yet?
Knowing perfectly well that Lou Xi Yan was trying to change the subject, and to
make her heart was a little better, Zhuo Qing was also cooperated and her vitality
was raised, shaking her head, she smilingly said: I am not able to put it on. They
delivered the wedding ceremonial robe first thing in the morning today, but she did
not have any mood to try it at that time. So she let them leave first, even though it
looked like it was simple now, but it was still a big wedding dress that she had to put
on, she really was not able to put it on!
Lou Xi Yan was smiling, did she not say that she wanted to make a decision on her
own wedding dress? Unexpectedly, she was not able to put it on?! Conveniently
picking up the wedding dress to look one glance, Lou Xi Yan smilingly said: I will
help you.
Will you? Zhuo Qing was staring and unable to speak anymore.
Lou Xi Yan indifferently smiled but did not speak, that long of material had to be
put on her body, Zhuo Qing could not help but murmuring: Are you sure that you
know how to put it on?! She remembered that it did not seem to be very
complicated, right?!
Lou Xi Yan did not raise his head, seriously gesturing to help the woman to get
dressed, strictly speaking, this was also very strange to him, but it should not be
difficult, right?!
Smiling to see Lou Xi Yan who was seriously concentrating to look at the wedding
dress by her side, a feeling of faint happiness made Zhuo Qing closed her mouth
obediently. Spreading out her hand, she let him dress her, in any case, she could not
put it on, so she did not have any right to talk naturally.
After a while, Lou Xi Yan finally breathed a long breath, Zhuo Qing lowered her
head to see, it looked like there would not be a problem. When they tried to fit this
dress the first time, the result was not bad, it should be well fitted more after they
altered it, nothing more.
Is it good looking? Zhuo Qing lifted her head, she just saw that Lou Xi Yan was
standing in there in a daze, gazing at her. Zhuo Qing felt that it was not bad
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originally, but she was somewhat uncomfortable being stared by him like this.
Thinking that she wanted to alter the skirt that did not have many layers, Zhuo Qing
knitted her eyebrows: Are you or are you not thinking that the style of the brides
dress is too ordinary and it has to be more elegant? She thought it was somewhat
excessive, but even if Lou Xi Yan wanted to alter it back now, there was not enough
time to do it, she absolutely did not want to decorate herself like a Christmas tree!
For a very long time, Lou Xi Yan lightly shook his head, smilingly said: You are
beautiful like this. The wedding dress that was altered, could not be regarded as a
wedding dress, it was only a little bit gorgeous than a red cheongsam at most. He
had heard in the past that all of the brides wished to put on a luxurious wedding
dress, the skirt was falling down on the ground for 8 meters, it could not be better,
and his Qing-er was indeed unconventional.
But he did actually not lie, she was really beautiful wearing this dress, the light red
skirt set off her elegant appearance, there was no superfluous clothing and
ornaments. It completely revealed her smart and beautiful figure, the red belt was
bound on her waist tightly, he was not disappointed at all, his hand was still
encircling that slender waistline that made him to be infatuated.
Lowering his head to press on Zhuo Qings forehead, Lou Xi Yan was in pain and
gratified, he lowly sighed and said: Three days, there is still three days, then you
will be mine. He had never thought that the days would be very long like this!
The strength on her waist was somewhat hurting her, their breathings were mixing
together, she could feel that Lou Xi Yans mood was rushing forth. Zhuo Qing had
a crafty smile, her delicate hands encircled on Lou Xi Yans neck, her thin lips were
at the side of his ear and she softly whispered: Do you or do you not want to practice
on how to take off the wedding ceremonial robe ah?
Lou Xi Yan was shaking all over, he lowly roared: Qing-er! She did it on
purpose!! The colorful sun was elevating and illuminating, the door to the front
courtyard was open wide, she unexpectedly provoked him!! She absolutely did it on
purpose!
Zhuo Qing still wanted to continue teasing him, at this moment, a clear and bright
sound of a boy came through from the outside gate that was open wide: Beautiful
elder sister, are you here?
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Both of them were stiff, Lou Xi Yan released his hand embarrassingly, his emotion
appeared to be in full of trouble and misfortune. Every time he and Qing-er were
being intimate, there would always be someone who was interrupting them
mysteriously!?
Zhuo Qing got up helplessly, and walked to the side of the door, she only saw an
adorable and handsome face that was smiling at her, with a smile that was more
brilliant than the sunshine from outside the room. Zhuo Qing did not start talking
yet, the boy who was at the gate already had a big shout out exaggeratedly: Wow,
how beautiful oh!
Zhuo Qing turned around to give a supercilious look, it was not just because of the
ordinary red skirt, she accepted generously when Xi Yan was saying beautiful, but
why was this little demon exploiting it noisily?!
Bai Yi rotated around Zhuo Qings direction, and nodded continuously, he smilingly
said: I also want to marry a beautiful princess consort (wang fei) who looks like
you in the future!
Lou Xi Yans expression slightly flashed, but he did not say anything, and just sat
on the wooden chair to see if he would be saying more things.
Oily-mouthed and smooth talking. Zhuo Qing did not eat his behavior: What are
you doing to come here?! In the past few days, he would run around to come to her
every few days, she remembered that they were not too familiar, right?!
Bai Yi took out a cylindrical gadget from the inside of his sleeve and squeezed it
into her hand, Zhuo Qing looked at it and asked: What is this anyway? He would
deliver a few things all day long, all of the things that a small child liked, she really
did not know when was her relationship with him was good like this?!
Pointing at the cylinder model excitingly, Bai Yi smilingly said: This is very
interesting, you look at it first.
Looking at it helplessly and turning it around on her hand, the cylinder type gadget
had transformed into a variety of different colors subsequently. But since there was
no mirror, it only used the reflection from the polish and glossy copper, it was not
nice looking at all.
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Zhuo Qing could not endure it and smilingly said: What is so strange about a
kaleidoscope?
Bai Yi opened his eyes big, scratched his head, and smilingly said: Is this called
kaleidoscope? That boss said to me that it was called a thousand spirit mirror, I
thought that it was very interesting so I bought it.
Looking at the the un-useful thing on her hand, Zhuo Qing did not want to attack a
childs enthusiasm, she could only give a hallow laugh and said: Thank you ah.
Bai Yis vigor came back immediately, he said with a chattering manner: You are
welcome, I will look for something that is better to buy for you next time! Oh right,
I have been going to many areas in the capital in the past few days, I still buy many
things to bring back and give them to Imperial father and mother! Qiong Yue is
really a vast territory with abundant resources.
Zhuo Qing awkwardly laughed while nodding, it had been a long time since she was
touched by a ten years old, it was a little unbearable feeling!! Requesting for help,
she turned her head around to look at Lou Xi Yan, Lou Xi Yan slowly got up,
smilingly said: Seventh Prince, you are having a lot of fun times.
Prime Minister Lou?! Bai Yi surprisingly looked towards Lou Xi Yan, lowly
called out: You are also here ah, I do not pay any attention!
It was a deliberate neglect, right! Lou Xi Yan slightly smiled, but he did not point it
out bluntly, his eyes flashed through some crafty expressions, he could still see it
very clearly.
Entering the inner room, Bai Yi leisurely sat down next to Lou Xi Yan, he said
smilingly with a curious face: I see that the Prime Ministers manor already put
many lanterns these days, when is the day of the wedding ah?
In three days.
Clapping his hands lightly, Bai Yi happily smiled and said: I come this time around,
not only that I can have knowledge and experience in the big celebration, but I can
also have the wedding feast with Prime Minister Lou and beautiful elder sister! In
between his every moment, he was just a child who did not have any scheme.
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Lou Xi Yan as always, exchanged a conventional greeting and said: When Seventh
Prince first came to Qiong Yue, Lou mou could not receive you properly, I ask to
please forgive me.
Bai Yi leisurely waved his hands repeatedly, and smilingly said: Prime Minister
Lou does not need to be polite, it was me who was disturbing you
Stop! Zhuo Qing coldly interrupted the conversations of the two of them that did
not have any substance, then she said with a cold voice: I have to trouble the two
of you to chat slowly outside, I want to change my cloth! This was a hot day, but
she was wearing two sets of clothing ah.
Bai Yi hurriedly got up obediently, he smilingly said towards Lou Xi Yan: Please,
Prime Minister Lou.
Lou Xi Yan also answered: Please, Seventh Prince!
One big and one small people showed consideration for the other afterwards, and
finally got out of Zhai Xing pavilion, Zhuo Qing was somewhat in between laughters
and tears.
Closing the door, she took off the wedding dress with great difficulty, then a sound
of knocking of the door echoed one more time.
Who is it? Zhuo Qing was puzzled, who would also come?
Sister in law, it is me. Lou Xi Wus voice sounded dispiritedly from outside the
door. Zhuo Qing opened the door to see a dispirited and downcast face.
Pulling her to enter the inner room, Zhuo Qing asked: What is wrong?
Leaning forward on the round table defeatedly, Lou Xi Wu scolded and said: I am
furious with Jing Sa!
Lightly knitting her eyebrows, Zhuo Qing mockingly said: Are you two not
having a good development? They already ate each others saliva, it should be on
the right track next, right!
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Zhuo Qings face clearly showed a smiling expression, Lou Xi Wus complexion
was slightly red, battling her cry, she answered: It is a little better than in the past,
but but he has not sought marriage to elder brother ah! Jing Sas attitude
towards her was indeed different than in the past, sometimes he would still bicker
with her, and call out her name angrily. He would absolutely not do this in the past,
but marrying was just marrying, why had he not sought the marriage?! It really
made her very anxious ah!
The young girls mind was written on her face without exception, Zhuo Qing
laughed heartily and said: Why are you so eager to marry ah?
Sister in law!! She was ashamed and angry, Lou Xi Wu was glaring at Zhuo Qing,
her eyeballs looked like they would come out quickly!
Fine, fine, fine, I will not laugh. Lightly coughing, and covering her smiling
expression with great difficultly, Zhuo Qing comfortingly said: Jing Sa is not a
person who does not have any plan and sense of responsibility, he has already
accepted you gradually, you have to give him some time.
En. Grievingly sighed, what sister in law said, it could only be like this. Looking
one glance
at the red wedding dress that was on the bed, Lou Xi Wu suddenly approached Zhuo
Qings side, lowly said: Oh right, sister in law, Dad has already returned to the
Prime Ministers manor last night, but he still seems to be angry, but you do not need
to worry, elder brother is determined to marry you. Even if Dad is angry but he really
can not do anything to you, after the conclusion of the wedding ceremony, he will
surely return to Xi Bei (northwest) immediately, so you can be at ease to be a bride,
ok!
Zhuo Qing actually did not have any worry, but she wanted to marry Xi Yan after
all, Lou Mu Hai did not like her and could not get his parentss wedding blessings,
there would be a slight flaw inevitably. Thinking this, she was also thinking about
her own parents, they unexpectedly could not make them see her wedding ceremony,
her heart felt sorry inevitably.
Pulling Zhuo Qings hand, Lou Xi Wu seemed to be more excited than her: Only
three more days oh, are you or are you not excited?
Zhuo Qing nodded her head, faintly answered: A little, ok.
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Pouting her mouth slightly, Lou Xi Wu called out: What is this a little? Can it be
that you are not looking forward to marrying my elder brother?
Casting a sidelong glance at Lou Xi Wu, Zhuo Qing returned the compliment and
said: Wait when you are marrying Jing Sa, you will know the term looking
forward or not looking forward!
Lou Xi Wu stared blankly: Why do you always change the subject into different
topic with me ah. I am leaving, I do not want to speak with you! Angrily speaking,
she also ran out.
Zhuo Qing took a long relaxed breath, it was finally quiet, Lou Xi Wu was noisy
like this, regarding the wedding in three days, she was really somewhat excited,
looking forward too and nervous
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The season had changed in the Qing Xuan Palace Hall, however things had remained
the same even though the people had changed.
Was it the time for the pear tree to be fruitful again, even though it was still young
but the fruits were already sweet. When it was in the previous years, it was the most
happiness time for the Princess, now Xiao Lian was in pain looking at the thin
and haggard figure who was by the side of the window, her heart was scolding at
Lou Xi Yan and Qing Ling again. These kind of people could prepare for their
wedding happily, but the Princess had to accept the torment, this world was really
not fair!!
Yang Zhi Lan was standing behind Yan Ru Xuan for a very long time, then she was
caressing her hair lightly, and asking tenderly: Xuan-er, it is almost autumn, do you
want to go to the hunting field to have fun ah?
Her eyes were always staring at the pear tree that was outside the window, Yan Ru
Xuan shook her head stupefyingly.
Her hand was caressing Yan Ru Xuans thin cheek lightly to turn her face around so
she could look face to face with her with great difficulty, Yang Zhi Lan said
hurriedly: If you do not go, then those Emperors relatives would hunt carelessly,
we will not know how many animals will suffer any calamity.
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Xiao Lian also stepped forwards immediately, half kneeling at Yan Ru Xuans feet,
she urged softly: Princess, go, ok, did you still remember that you saved the deer
near the river bank last year? Did you not say that you wanted to visit it every year!
There was still three more days before Lou Xi Yans wedding, the inside Imperial
palace was a-buzzing, even though nobody dared to tell the Princess, it was difficult
to guarantee that one person would let her hear it accidentally, nobody knew how
the Princess would take the news when the time came!!
Yan Ru Xuan had not frowned her eyebrows for a long time, what they were saying,
she seemed to hear it a little. Striking while the iron was still hot, Yang Zhi Lan
continued to say: Go, ok, Imperial mother will arrange it for you, you will set off
early tomorrow, ok?
For a very long time, Yan Ru Xuan finally nodded her head, Yang Zhi Lan could
finally set a side a big stone in her heart (stop worrying), she felt relieved and said
smilingly: It is already noon, you are also tired, take a rest, ok.
Obedient daughter, when you came back, Imperial mother would let you see Lou Xi
Yans down and out appearance!!
Inside the Imperial garden, Yang Zhi Lan was walking slowly within the cluster of
flowers, there was only one momo who was following by her side.
How is the arrangement of the matter? Her hand was stroking the delicate flower,
Yang Zhi Lan lowly asked.
The momo was half lowering her body and walking behind Yang Zhi Lan, her face
was full of confident smile.
There will absolutely no careless mistake this time, even if we can not pull Lou Xi
Yan down, we will make him eat the responsibility completely.
Yang Zhi Lan coldly groaned and said: He is indeed a one hundred percent fox,
you must execute this carefully this time. He discovered a lot of clues last time and
provoked many inconvenient, there should absolutely no mishap this time!
Empress Dowager, please do not worry, there will absolutely no mishap this time!
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Good! Yang Zhi Lan plucked one chrysanthemum flower that had not blossomed
yet, and threw it away on the ground.
Lou Xi Yan, Aijia wanted to see, whether or not your wedding could still be held!
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Chapter 104: Picking Up The Bride
Qiong Yue And Hao Yue Guest House
The sunshine was very calm, the cool breeze was blowing in to people, the simplicity
of the wooden room was not too big, but it was already covered with a red silk candle
and decorated with jubilation. There were five to six married women inside, three to
four young women, Zhuo Qing was having a hard time breathing. What made her
gloomier was that they were still incessantly putting on makeup on her face, adding
pearls, and their mouths were still chattering and saying things that were not
important!!
According to the marriage tradition, Lou Xi Yan already sent her to the guest house
yesterday evening, but in reality, according to her way of thinking, it was absolutely
not needed to be that troublesome. They could hold the wedding ceremony (the
actual words were the ritual kneeling to heaven & earth by the bride & groom)
tomorrow, and it would be done. Who would have imagined that Lou Xi Yan who
usually listened to her suggestion, insisted about sending her to the guest house this
time!
So she was here! Being turned upside down by this group of older women!! These
people were the Qing familys close relatives who were being invited based on Qing
Fengs list, they were very familiar towards her, but she did not even recognize any
of them!
Closing her eyes, Zhuo Qing decided to be ignorant! (An idiom saying what the eye
doesnt see, the heart doesnt grieve over).
Ling-er, all the three sisters fates are good like this, you are so fortunate to be
married to Prime Minister Lou today, and nevertheless, to be an official wife, our
Qings family ancestors have really accumulated a lot of merits!! The married
woman who was combing her hair, they said that she was her second paternal aunt,
her tone of speaking was full of congratulation.
Yes ah, Ling-er is getting married to Prime Minister Lou, Feng-er has become an
Imperial concubine Qing, I have not really anticipated that there is a day that our
Qing family can bring honor to the family like this!! Zhuo Qing could not remember
clearly who this person was, in short, in other words, in their hearts, it was not only
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because she or Qing Feng were married to good families and happy, but the Qings
sisters were married good, so that it could make them well regarded in Hao Yue.
Zhuo Qing felt that she was being pulled by someone, so she opened her eyes, only
to see one tall and beautiful girl who was standing by her side, her eyes were looking
up and down to her simple wedding dress, sneeringly said: This wedding dress is
very ugly, ok, will Lou Xi Yan regret it?! She thought that it would be so grand,
but this wedding dress might as well come from the ordinary and small household
family!
She always thought that her three older female cousins looked pretty at most and
could only be regarded as delicate and pretty, the common people were exaggerating
these Hao Yues three pretty women reputations. Their faces were all destroyed
now, what could be said about fascination anymore?! That so called Prime Minister
Lou must be a country bumpkin, and had never seen a beauty, so he wanted to take
her as his wife!
The second paternal aunt hurriedly and lowly scolded: Li Shu, what are you talking
rubbish for! This brat, she could eat anything discriminately, how could she make
irresponsible remarks, could she just call out Lou Xi Yans name without thinking
it through?! Not to mention that even though this wedding dress was simple like this,
people who had eyesight could see that the materials, embroideries, were absolutely
from quality goods!!
She had known earlier that Li Shu had always been compared to the Qings family
three sisters since she was a child, but she should watch what kind of situation this
was!!
Carefully looking one glance at Zhuo Qing, the second paternal aunt smiled and said:
Ling-er, you do not need to take offense, she is still young, and is not thoughtful!
Zhuo Qing would naturally not bother with this young girl either, but her ears really
could not stand the noise anymore. Lightly raising her hand to keep her off from
putting a pearl on her neck, Zhuo Qing said with a cold voice: All of you leave, ok,
I want to speak with Qing Mo.
Zhuo Qings complexion was cold and firm, everyone thought that she was angry
because of the matter from a moment ago, and did not dare to say many things.
Second paternal aunt could only oblige and take the opportunity to laugh and say:
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Fine, fine, fine, you and your sister can chat! But you can not chat for a long time,
the people from the Prime Ministers manor who are coming to pick up the bride,
should come here quickly.
A group of people finally retreated out, the world was also quiet finally!
Zhuo Qing turned around to look and see Gu Yun who was sitting at the furthest
distance on the small window frame, her feet were swaying boringly, her face also
had an impatient face! She was wearing a simple and light purple color of
cheongsam, her long hair that was always put on a pony tail, was let down on a bun
today, a dangling jadeite ornament was inserted in the hair. This was already the
most gorgeous adornment that she had ever seen on Gu Yun, if she was not sitting
on the window frame, she could be regarded as a girl from a wealthy family!
Zhuo Qing stood up, only then she discovered that there were five to six jade pearls
on her neck, pearl, her wrist had three to four bracelets, she could not lift her head
up even more with the golden hairpin!
A bursting of laughter could be heard near the window, Zhuo Qing looked one glance
at Gu Yun grievingly, forcing a bitter laugh, she said: Very amusing, is it or is it
not?
With a great difficulty to stop her laughing, Gu Yun lightly coughed, she answered
with a fake seriousness: No, quite good looking. But originally, I believe that I will
see you wearing a white cotton dress, drawing a prince to enter a church. There are
rose flowers by your side, champagne bottles are all around, who can think that you
will have this kind of wedding ceremony. Anyway, I have never seen this so it is
also good.
This so called applauding, if Yun did not smile, the wrinkles on her skin would come
out, she could still pretend to be naive to believe this! Pulling out the layers of pearls,
Zhuo Qing answered unhappily: Wait until you are getting married to Su Ling, and
you can experience it for yourself nicely!! She could guarantee that it would be
unforgettable in all of her life time!
Gu Yun whose face appeared to be smiling, suddenly was rigid, coldly groaned: It
is impossible for me and him!
Ck ck, it sounded like a complete gunpowder! Zhuo Qing continued to smile and
say: You must not say any big word! Be careful to beat your tongue!
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Agilely hoping from the window frame, Gu Yuns face did not dare to have the same
appearance: The only reason that I am staying at the Generals manor is completely
because of the golden bagua plate, otherwise I have already gone!
The golden bagua plate
Recalling the weird time when they came here, Zhuo Qing was also extremely
interested with it, she asked: Did you find any clue?
Walking to Zhuo Qings side, Gu Yun grabbed a copper mirror that was on the side
and threw it to Zhuo Qing, firmly answered: Do not mention it, I do not know
whether or not I can get along with him naturally. I am unable to talk several
sentences to him, if he is not turning around and leaving abruptly in anger, then I
will be angry until I vomit blood!
Zhuo Qing took the copper mirror, lowered her head to look, frighteningly and lowly
shouted!
Was this relative causing trouble to her? Putting her make up like this, could she
even want to see other people! They were wishing to wait until the time when Lou
Xi Yan uncovered the veil and divorce her immediately, right!!
Fortunately, Gu Yun was not totally heartless, and actually letting her know,
grabbing a silk fabric and immersing it in the water, with great difficulty, she could
remove the powder and rouge that was applied in her face cleanly, then Zhuo Qing
took a long and relax breath.
Considering that Yun was actually helping her timely, Zhuo Qing did not continue
joking with her, she asked: Su Ling must also come today, right?!
Gu Yun shook her head and answered: I do not know, when I left the house, I heard
that Yan Hong Tian summoned him to enter the Imperial palace urgently, I estimated
that he would be late, right!
The two people were chatting leisurely, second paternal aunts voice echoed strongly
once again: Qing-er, Xiao Feng no, the Imperial concubine Qings people
come to deliver the congratulatory gift!
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Qing Feng? Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun looked one glance at each other, Zhuo Qing
lowly said: Come in, ok.
The door was opened slowly, one over 20 years old woman came in, her graceful,
subdued, gentle and refined manners made people able to see her brightness.
Standing behind her were two palace eunuchs, their hands were holding two trays
that were covered by the red clothing.
Pay respect to Madam. The woman slightly leaned over, her every movement
appeared to be simple and elegant in style.
Zhuo Qings impression towards her was not bad, smilingly said: You are?
The woman answered with a soft voice: This servant is Fu Ling, I am the Imperial
concubine Qings personal servant. These, jade artifacts are specifically selected by
Imperial concubine for Madams big wedding, to wish Madam and Prime Minister
Lou a long and happy life together, and good health.
Finished speaking, she lightly uncovered the red clothing that was on the tray, two
pieces of jades, the carving was completely in a power and good fortune styles and
they were filled with impressive green jadeites. That faint lusters were glossily
brilliance, the greenish blue color penetrated from the jade quality, all of them
showed their values.
Zhuo Qing did not know what to say either, and could only answered: Please thank
her on behalf of me.
The men put the jade artifacts on the short table and then retreated out, that woman
who was called Fu Ling, looked one glance at Gu Yun who was by Zhuo Qings
side. Then she stepped forward for one step, she took out a block of thing that was
wrapped with a handkerchief from her waist and handed it over to Zhuo Qings hand,
lowly said: There is this one, please, Madam must accept this properly.
This is? Zhuo Qing touched the surface of that block thing that was wrapped with
a handkerchief with her hand, the touch felt like a block of token.
This is Qing Feng Imperial palace halls token, if you want to deliver a letter to the
Imperial concubine or want to enter the Imperial palace to meet with the Imperial
concubine, you can take this Imperial token with you, everyday between shenshi (3.5
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pm) to youshi (5-7 pm), you can enter the Imperial palace from the North gate.
Finished speaking, the woman did not stay any longer, slightly leaned over and
retreated out.
Zhuo Qing opened the handkerchief, there was really a block of greenish blue
Imperial token, there was one character on its front, a blooming chrysanthemum
flower was in its back, there was some command characters on its front.
Wrapping the Imperial token properly, and looking towards Gu Yun for a period of
time, she could only see that she was staring at the thing that was on her hand and
seemed to be lost in thought. Zhuo Qing asked: What are you thinking?
Slowly raising her head, Gu Yun shook her head, and smilingly said: I am thinking,
how is this woman can use half a year of time to accomplish this kind of
circumstances today, when she is being isolated and without any help?!
She had not met with Qing Feng, only heard a few words from Qing occasionally,
so she did not care about it either, but it seemed that she actually could not help to
be curious today!
Zhuo Qing was smiling: I will take you to enter the Imperial palace to see her when
I have a chance, ok.
Gu Yun was thinking for a moment, she finally nodded and answered: En.
However
Suddenly, a bursting loud of firecrackers sound echoed, nobody could hear clearly
whatever words that one was saying, Gu Yun shrugged her shoulders, and closed her
mouth, it was not anything important anyway.
Ling-er, Ling-er!! A group of people who just left not long ago, already came in
again rushingly: Hurry, hurry, hurry, the person who is picking up the bride has
come!
Unexpectedly, Prime Minister Lou has come personally to escort his bride! Heaven
ah! Ling-er, you really have a good blessing!! Second paternal aunts face was
anxious to see Zhuo Qings clean expression, the cosmetics were already removed
from her face, urgently said: Ling-er, why do you look so natural in appearance?!
She was helping her to look like a goddess a moment ago, how was it possible that
her effort turned to be like this?!
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Looking at her who wanted to put the cosmetics back on her face, Zhuo Qing hastily
said: Is it not too late?
The firecrackers sound were echoing outside the door, the sound of the gong
drumming echoed simultaneously. Second paternal aunt was unable to do anything
either, she could only noisily called out: Right, right!! Head covering!! Anyway,
it would already be in the evening when Lou Xi Yan uncovered the head covering,
pitch dark, he probably could not see clearly, right!!
Zhuo Qing selected this transparent head covering at first, even though it was
covered and hazy, she could still be able to see the road, so she was not like a blind
person who could not see anything!
With the head covering, a group of people were escorting her to walk out, Zhuo Qing
was puzzled: Where are we going?!
Second paternal aunt was holding her to move forwards while she was saying:
Prime Minister Lou does not say it, according to the the most traditional populars
wedding custom, you have to enter a door, I am certainly sending you out of the door
now la! Speaking of which, this girls life was really good.
Was it like that?! Zhuo Qing could only follow a tide of people to walk out, she did
not understand it anyway!
The more they reached the gate of the guest house, the firecrackers sound were also
louder, there was also the sound of the drum. With great difficulty, Zhuo Qing was
outside the door, and was stunned, the fragments of the red string of firecrackers
filled the ground. The bridal sedan was big and exceptional, unexpectedly, there
were eight people who were raising the big sedan chair! Wearing the red garment of
the Prime Ministers manor, the young family servants could also be said to have
numerous people, several of them were surrounded the small guest house. The most
frightening thing was actually not this, it was rather the broad viewing of the whole
people!!
How could this possible, she remembered that the guest house was located at the
suburbs of the capital city, how could there were so many people!!
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Just when Zhuo Qing was stunned , there was a familiar mans laughing voice and
he said: Wife, I give courtesy.
Zhuo Qing recovered, looked towards the man whose deep eyes were looking at her,
and could not help to be distracted.
Lou Xi Yan was wearing a red official robe today, a violet jade hat, his entire person
seemed to be in high spirit, more prominent and elegant, the gentle smile on his face
did not change, his happy appearance showed his excellent mood!
Was he Lou Xi Yan?! He really had an impressive appearance, gentle as jade!! Li

Shu who was beside Zhuo Qing, felt that her heart was beating very quickly, just
liked there was a small rabbit that would jump out of her heart!! Qing Ling was
really lucky, and ran into this kind of good deed, unexpectedly! Humph!
Pleasing to the eyes and within the people!! Zhuo Qing was unable to endure and
stepping forward one step, then grabbing Lou Xi Yans arm, next to his ear, she
called out in a loud voice: Fine, fine, the token of appreciation is alright, why are
there so many people ah! Go quickly, ok.
Lou Xi Yan bursted into loud laughter, deliberately mocking, he said: Wife is more
impatient than husband! He actually did not anticipate that these ordinary people
were enjoying and watching the bustling scene. Unexpectedly, the whole journey
from the Prime Ministers manor to the guest house, there were more and more
people!!
Separating by the head covering, even though Lou Xi Yan could see her expression
clearly, Zhuo Qing was still firmly glaring at him, lowly scolded: Lou Xi Yan, less
long winded talk, go quickly.
Ok, the wife had already commanded, he did not dare to not listening ah! Dispensing
the complicated etiquette to escort the bride, Lou Xi Yan was leading Zhuo Qings
hand, taking her to the front of the marriage sedan. Zhuo Qing was just about to go
in, but second paternal aunt suddenly grabbed her hand, and handed over a small
bowl of food in front of her, urgently said: Hold on, eat a bite of this bride parents
home food, and do not forget to give gratitude to your parents.
Finished speaking, she lightly raised a little bit of the head covering, and took a bite
of the food to Zhuo Qings mouth.
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What kind of tradition was this ah! In order to be able to hide inside of the sedan
chair sooner, Zhuo Qing was not able to take so many of this, she swallowed a bite
of cooked rice, thinking that everything was finally completed, right!!
Who would have thought that third paternal aunt and the other older women were
suddenly embracing to hold her and crying, not right, it was bawling!
Looking at Lou Xi Yan who was already on the horse, he returned to give her a
helpless expression, the mothers family was sending off their daughter to be
married, crying was a kind of etiquette, he definitely could not forbid them to cry,
right!
Zhuo Qing filled her head with sinister lines, it was enough, ok!! Just when she
almost exploded, a clear and cold voice of a woman echoed: Alright, do not miss
the time, go, ok. At the same time, she felt that third paternal aunt and the other
older women were thrown out for several meters away by Gu Yun, Zhuo Qing seized
the opportunity to get into the marriage sedan immediately!
Raise the sedan chair!
The person shouted, and turned around, Zhuo Qing could finally started the journey
to step into the Prime Ministers manor.
Zhuo Qing sighed pitifully, this really put her into a test!
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Chapter 105: Delayed Wedding Reception (Part 1)
The marriage sedan was swaying for a minimum of two hours, it finally stopped,
fortunately, the sedan chair was spacious, so Zhuo Qing did not feel stuffy inside,
even if the sound of the firecrackers and drum were irritating her ears all the way,
she could only hear a yell from the outside of the sedan chair: The new bride can
enter the door!!
The hanging curtain of the sedan chair was lifted open softly, Zhuo Qing raised her
eyes to see Lou Xi Yan whose face had the same relaxed smile and he stretched his
hand to her, he did not have any slightness of weariness on his face, so Zhuo Qing
suddenly had some admiration towards him!
Zhuo Qing stretched her hand, and followed him to get down from the sedan chair,
the front door of the Prime Ministers manor was crowded with people. The original
big and stylish lintel (of the door) was filled with crimson lanterns, one could see
clearly the red silks everywhere. The red remnant of the firecrackers that were left
behind on the ground of the Prime Ministers manor with jubilation.
The most dazzling was going to be regarded as the huge rectangle brazier that was
in front of the door, the blazing charcoal that was still making pow pow sounds.
Zhuo Qing sighed secretly, she should not have to drag her cheongsam to step across
that thing, right?!
The groom and bride will step across the brazier, may you live a long and happy
life together like the prosperous red flame!
Sure enough! The matchmaker was yelling to declare their destiny, fine, ok, they
just had to step it across, ok, fortunately, her wedding dress could not be regarded as
complicated! She should be able to jump over.
Zhuo Qing raised up the corner of her skirt, intended to jump over, a clear, bright
and mocking loud sound said noisily: Is the groom not supposed to carry the bride
to step over the brazier? The flame is very intense, it may burn and injure the bride
oh!
Zhuo Qing leaned her head to look at a strange white clothing person who was
winking his eyes.
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Yes ah, yes ah.
Prime Minister Lou has to carry Madam to go in, ok!!
Someone was heckling so naturally someone would cater to the heckling, for a
moment, the outside door was bustling with noises and excitements, no matter if it
was the ordinary people or the high officials and noble people, they all were
following to create confusions.
Releasing her hand from the skirt, Zhuo Qing mockingly looked towards Lou Xi
Yan, however, those people were shouting oh!
Lou Xi Yan laughed heartily and cupped his hands in obeisance, when Zhuo Qing
had not yet reacted, she already felt that her legs were light and Lou Xi Yan had
already carried her waist up. The family servants were stepping forward hurriedly to
lift up the lower corner of his jacket, lightly jumping, Lou Xi Yan was carrying her
to cross the brazier.
There was an unavoidable cheer from outside the door. Zhuo Qing was leaning on
his chest lightly, and she was still able to feel his thoracic cavity was shaking when
he was laughing. He appeared to be very happy today, he accepted without questions
with regards to everyones heckling. His normal faint and light smile was changed
into an intoxicated big laughter today, she was not used to this type of him, this
brimming excitement and feeling made her heart feel warmth.
Lou Xi Yan was carrying her to the main hall beside the private room, the crowds
still wanted to follow them over to heckle. Xue Xian Xin hurriedly stopped them,
laughingly said: Ok, ok, if you want to disturb the privacy of the bridal room (a
custom that guests will banter and play pranks on the newlyweds), you still have to
wait until in the evening! Thank you for everyones trouble, everybody can go to the
front hall, ok, where we have already prepared food and drink.
Lou Xi Yan prepared this private room for her to rest, before they pay respect to
each other, there was every type of cakes and drinks inside the room. Lou Xi Yan
finally put her down, Zhuo Qing lifted open the head covering immediately and
urgently, and fanned her face up, this covering thing was making her suffer for a few
hours!!
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The servant girl who was standing behind Zhuo Qing was lowly smiling when she
saw Zhuo Qing lifted open the head covering like that. Lou Xi Yan did not actually
say anything, taking the head covering that was on her hand and put it aside, and
then leading her to walk to the front of the short bench, he gently said: You rest for
a while, and eat some stuff, the servant girl will come to ask you in a moment when
it is time to do the wedding ritual (again, the actual words are the ritual kneeling to
heaven and earth by the bride and groom). If you are very tired, you can just take a
nap for a moment.
En, ok. Nodding, she was feeling sleepy now, she were already busy from dawn
up until now.
Xue Xian Xin urgently rushing over, looking at the two people who were still
chatting, she hurriedly said: Xi Yan, you go out quickly, there are many guests who
are waiting for your greetings. Who could have thought that these officials came
this early, really, she was busy and could not even rest her body!!
Slowly getting up, Lou Xi Yan was patting her cheek lightly, smilingly said: I will
go out first.
Looking at his appearance who was especially excited today, Zhuo Qing was pulling
his hand, and she said: You have to take care of your health also, do not drink too
much wine! Those people who were outside love to heckle, if he did not control a
little bit, she estimated that they did not need to wait for the wedding ritual, he would
already be collapsed!
Lou Xi Yan answered with a serious face: Yes, Wife. Husband will surely bear it
in mind!!
Zhuo Qing stared coldly for one glance at him, Lou Xi Yan was laughing when he
came out of the private room.
Not interested with the cakes that were on the table, Zhuo Qing laid down on the soft
couch that was nearby and closed her eyes to rest, her heart felt strange, where did
Gu Yun go?!
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When the marriage sedan arrived in front of the Prime Ministers manor, looking at
a lot of those people who were noisy, Gu Yun decided to leave, she could come over
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in the evening to drink and eat the wedding feast and it would be fine, she had never
liked this kind of bustling with noise and excitement situation anyway!
Gu Yun walked back to the Generals manor, she just happened to collide with Su
Yu at the front door. Gu Yun did not intend to bother him, but Su Yus face was
surprised when he saw her: You why do you come back?
Gu Yun stopped her footsteps, lowly said: Can I not come back? Qings marriage
was not her marriage either, she could not see this small mission ah and look at her
bad complexion, Su Yu wrinkled his brows, lowly asked: Is there or is there not
any matter happening at the Prime Ministers manor?
Gu Yun narrowed her eyes slightly, Su Yu was really strange today?! Remaining
calm and collected to look towards him, Gu Yun asked: What matter will happen
at the Prime Ministers manor?
Gu Yun only asked this one sentence, it made Su Yu unable to know if she knew or
did not know about this, he could only smiled embarrassingly and said: Nothing,
nothing ah! I am only asking conveniently! If she did not know, then he should not
be so talkative!!
Gu Yun was staring at him coldly, Su Yu felt uncomfortable all over, and lifted his
legs to go out of the door, a delicate hand stopped his steps, Gu Yun questioned
intensely: What are you lying about? What matter could happen at the Prime
Ministers manor, Su Yu clearly knew it, then it would be related to the Generals
manor!!
Lying.. how am I lying!! You are playing a joke! When he lied the last time and
she saw it through with one quick look, Su Yu swallowed his saliva.
Sure enough, he was pretending to be calmed but it still let Gu Yu saw it

exceptionally clear, her heart was anxious what matter would happen to Zhuo Qing,
Gu Yun urgently said: What has happened?!
I I do not know!! Persistently shaking his head, Su Yu turned his back, and
walked to the inside of the Generals manor again. He was really a lowly criminal,
nothing to do but to pick a quarrel with this difficult woman!!
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Grabbing Su Yus shoulder, how could Gu Yun agree to let him off, with a stern
voice, she called out: Speak the truth!
Su Yu turned his body around in defeat, pityingly sighed and said: I really do not
know, Big brother was announced to enter the Imperial palace early this morning,
Second brother also urgently entered the Imperial palace a moment ago. I heard that
Second brother caught that two ring leaders of the traitors who wanted to rebel. After
entering the capital, they asserted arbitrarily
Speaking until now, Su Yu paused for a moment, facing to look Gu Yuns

interrogation eyes, slapping his head, Su Yu still said in a low voice: The people
who were collaborating with them during that time, and plotting for the gold case,
were exactly the Prime Ministers father and son!
What?! Gu Yuns hand that was on Su Yus hand shaking frighteningly, this
this was impossible, ok! Not only saying that she believed that Lou Xi Yan and his
fathers personal characters, it was also because she was present on the scene when
they surrounded the traitors. There was really a clear indication at that time that the
traitors were collaborating with the Imperial Central Minister, but it should not be
Lou Xi Yan and his father!! Lou Mu Hai helped in surrounding and destroying the
traitors in this matter, it could be regarded as ones contribution that could not go
unnoticed!
Thinking deeply for a moment, Gu Yun asked: What kind evidences did they
provide?
Su Yu helplessly shook his head: Big brother and Second brother are still in the
Imperial palace, I do not know what kind of evidences that Second brother has
brought back! He only knew about this matter when he eavesdropped the issued
decree from the Ministry of justices official earlier and then Second brother said
that the criminals whom he escorted back asserting arbitrarily that they were
colluding with Prime Minister Lou and his father, making Second brother to enter
the Imperial palace immediately!
Actually, any oral confession about the traitors rebellious plan would not be the
most important, Lou Xi Yan was the countrys Prime Minister, it was impossible to
knock him down due to some oral confessions from several small traitors. The most
important thing was what kind of evidences that they could provide, and if this was
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a deliberate set up from the same member of the Imperial Central Minister, or they
were acting together! Lou Xi Yan was going to face an even bigger pressure!!
Gu Yun let Su Yu go, turned around and came out of the Generals manor, Su Yu
urgently followed her up: Where are you going? You cannot inform them ah! They
were not clear what the circumstances were related to this matter, everything was
from his eavesdropping that he got a little clues. If everything was a
misunderstanding, and she was talking some rubbish, would people not want to
ridicule her? If the matter was really related to the Prime Ministers manor, and she
wanted to disclose the information, then if they found out, the criminal charge would
not be as small as Gu Yuns narrowed eyes, she answered with a cold voice: I have
my own propriety (in making the decision)!
His heart could not feel relieved either, so Su Yu was following her to arrive at the
Prime Ministers manor.
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The ordinary people who were gathering outside the Prime Ministers manor were
not many anymore, all of the people with powerful connections were attending the
wedding ritual inside of the Prime Ministers manor, all levels of officials. Even
though there were not as many people as in the early morning, but the Prime
Ministers manor was so crowded and impenetrable.
Gu Yun urgently looked for Zhuo Qing who was resting in the room, looking in a
distance at the hall that was crowded with people who were standing in a circle to
watch, she narrowed her eyes to only see Lou Xi Yan who was leading Zhuo Qing
along to walk to the main hall.
Gu Yun pushed away everyone, and entered the main hall with great difficulty, she
could only hear the wedding ceremony official who called out in a loud voice: The
newly-weds wedding ritual!
Lou Xi Yans expression was clear and bright, his complexion was somewhat
redden, one could reckoned that he drank quite a few of wine. Standing at the main
hall and trying to decide, Gu Yun intended to wait until they finished the wedding
ritual, and then looked for Qing to speak about this matter!
One, kowtow to the heaven and earth!
The ceremony officials voice was echoing and reverberating.
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The newly-weds were bowing to heavens deeply and firmly.
Two, pay respect to the parents!
Turning their bodies around, and facing their parents, one side was Lou Mu Hai, and
the other side was Qing Lings paternal uncle. Lou Mu Hais face still looked like
before as there was not many joyous feeling, but in any case, it was his only sons
big wedding day. Even though he did not like his daughter in law, but he should not
make things difficult on them deliberately.
Both of them were bowing their bodies deeply at both parties.
Husband and wife
Ones speaking voice raised strongly, an even more dignifieds male sound
interrupted the final respect.
The Imperial edict has arrived!
Everybody turned around to see only Su Ling and Dan Yu Lan who came together,
his hand was clasping a bright Imperial edict. All of the people thought that the
Emperor could not come personally so he would congratulate the Prime Ministers
big wedding with an Imperial decree. Everyone opened up the path one after another
to let these two people to enter the middle room smoothly.
Gu Yun looked one glance at Su Yu who was behind her, Su Yu felt like shaking his
head, and in a low voice, he said near her ear: Be quiet and do not be excited, we
will take a look first and then discuss it again!!
Lou Xi Yans phoenix eyes slightly narrowed, they appeared to have some emotions,
but his complexion was still tranquil as before, he slightly cupped his hands towards
Su Ling and Dan Yu Lan.
Lou Mu Hai laughed heartily and heroically, and said: General Su, Dan Daren, I
still think that the two of you can not keep up with these wedding wine! He always
admired the Su familys army, they surrounded and destroyed the traitors this time,
and was able to fight alongside the Su familys army, he felt completely satisfied all
along! Facing towards Su Lings impression, he felt even better!
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Su Ling and Dan Yu Lans complexions were somewhat rigid, lowly smiled and
said: The Old General is too courteous! He was afraid that they could drink these
wedding wine!!
Lightly coughing, Dan Yu Lans clear voice said: Prime Minister Lou, please
accept the Imperial decree.
The entire people who were in the main hall knelt down, the sound of the drum also
stopped, the main hall that was crowded by the people became exceptionally quiet
in a quick second.
Dan Yu Lan was holding the Imperial decree, for a long time, then with a clear voice,
he read it out loud and said: Receive and accept the Mandate from Heaven, the
Emperors Imperial order says, the entire Xi Beis traitors had been destroyed, the
traitors had confessed that they were colluding with the Lou familys father and son
to steal the public treasury, and intend to plot a rebellion. The Criminal Prison
Divisions Dan Yu Lan, and the countrys General Su Ling will hear this case
collaboratively today. The Lou familys father and son will be sent to the Imperial
prison right away, bestowed by the Emperor!
They would be sent to prison!!
This how was it possible?!
The big main hall was in deathly stillness one more time, nobody knew how they
should react, who would have thought that the extremely flourishings Lou Xi Yan
would be sent to prison? Nevertheless, it was during his big wedding day!! What
was the Emperor thinking after all?!
Gu Yuns heartbeats were extremely quick, what was the evidence that the other
party could provide after all?! That it could make Yan Hong Tian wrote down an
Imperial decree to send Lou Xi Yan to prison!!
This scene was really dramatic, the Emperor of Qiong Yue would unexpectedly
imprison Lou Xi Yan! This was extremely interesting. Bai Yis dark eyes narrowed
slightly, and looking up and down unobtrusively at Lou Xi Yan. Comparing to
everyones imposing look, he showed an exceptional tranquil expression, it seemed
that the request to imprison was not the same as his! The legend said that Lou Xi
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Yan was always calm and in control of himself, the Tais mountain could collapse
but his face would look the same as before with no change in color, it seemed that
the words were actually not empty words! Furthermore, there was Su Ling, today
was the first time that he could be in the close range with this person whose
knowledge was well-known in the whole world as a God of war!
Lou Xi Yan and Su Ling, these two men were absolutely the big hindrances for Liao
Yue to take a leading role in the whole world!
Lou Mu Hai recovered, immediately in a fury and he said: Absurd! This is

absolutely a set up!! I will go with you immediately, then I will confront that group
of traitors face to face! The Lous family sacrificed for the country, how could
people defame and ruin them!!
Lou Xi Yan did not speak all along, Dan Yu Lan could only step forward one step,
he asked with an invitation posture: Prime Minister Lou, sorry to bother you, and
offend you!
Hold on! The white hand raised lightly, the captivating red head covering fell on
the ground, along with a clear and cold voice of a woman that echoed unhurriedly.
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Chapter 106: Delayed Wedding Reception (Part 2)
Hold on! The white hand raised lightly, the captivating red head covering fell on
the ground, along with a clear and cold voice of a woman that echoed unhurriedly.
A new bride who took off her own head covering was nevertheless still in a minority,
and the makeup on her face was unexpectedly very plain. The scars that were on her
face were not even covered, this individual, even though she did not appear like an
ordinary new bride who was lovable, amorous, gentle and beautiful, but her beautiful
facial features could overturn the city. Her quiet, cold, proud and aloof personalities
still made everyone who was present to inhale a mouthful of cold air.
Dan Yu Lan was quite familiar with Zhuo Qing, and also admired this womans
intelligent, so he asked: What matter does Madam still have?
Stepping forward slowly and steadily, she walked to Su Ling and Dan Yu Lan, Zhuo
Qing raised her voice respectfully and asked: General Su, Dan Daren, we only have
the last respect (of the wedding ceremony), after that this marriage will be
completed! Qing Ling asks these two officials boldly to extend the time for another
half hour, I am not sure if this is possible?
Su Ling and Dan Yu Lan looked face to face for one glance, they did not expect that
this woman would unexpectedly have this kind of request. Lou Xi Yans criminal
charge for being sent to prison was to plot a rebellion, this would request that all his
families would be executed with no pardon of his crime! If they had not gotten
married, she might still have the opportunity to escape. If the ceremony was
completed today, then she would not have a chance to escape from the punishment!
This was simply following a path of her own destruction ah, but facing Zhuo Qings
firm and cold eyes, they could not really say anything. They came to capture
someone now, it was simply not their wishes, thus if they did not agree to this
request, this would be too much!
Both of them did not nod their heads excessively, they only nodded lightly at the
same time.
They had accepted tacitly, Zhuo Qing walked towards Lou Xi Yan who was gazing
at her with wrinkled eyebrows, slowly stretching her hands out, and grasping his
fingers. It was always him who was stretching his hands to her in the past, she wanted
to hold hands with him to finish the most important journey today!
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Qing-er The slim fingers were holding his hands tightly, her palms streamed
through some steady warmth, Lou Xi Yan did not feel any moodiness just because
he was going to prison but he just felt this great waves that sprang up from all around
at this time.
Not waiting until he finished his words, Zhuo Qing lightly raised the corner of her
mouth, her eyes persisted with firm rays of lights that were somewhat glaring. Her
clear and bright voice was loud that everyone who was present could hear it clearly:
I only want to become your wife today, no matter if you are an important Prime
Minister or a lowly prisoner!!
Everyone was in a daze and gazing at the woman whose whole body was in a red
clothing, perhaps, many people thought that her way of handling thing was really
stupid. But there were more people who regarded this woman with full of admiration
in their hearts and were touched by her. It was easy to share riches and honor after
all, but sharing trials and tribulations were difficult!! Lou Mu Hai who had never
given Zhuo Qing his good appearance, finally showed a trace of smile on his face.
This woman was courageous, insightful, firm and loyal to the end, and could be
regarded to match with his son!
Ceremony Official! Zhuo Qings bright voice called out.
The Ceremony Official finally recovered, he shouted in a loud voice: The married
couple is to pay respect to each other!
The pair of the newly-wed, their red blood clothing, the sleeves of the robe and dress
were swirling in the air, looking face to face, there was no longer any other person
who existed, no guest, no Imperial edict, no red silk head covering, no ribbon to pull.
Only two people who were looking at each other like this with their fingers that were
sticking closely!
Deeply lowering down their own bodies, along with the loud shouting from the
Ceremony Official: The ceremony is completed! This marriage was completed at
last!
The inside of the main hall that was originally in absolute silence because of the
Imperial edict that was heard by everyone, was saluted with sounds of joys
afterwards!
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Walking to the front of the ceremony desk, Zhuo Qing took out two empty cups,
then poured them with wine, she handed one cup over to Lou Xi Yan, and held the
other cup on her hand. Stretching her hand out to hook Lou Xi Yans arm, Zhuo
Qing leaned her body forward slightly, she said quietly next to his ear: Drink these
traditional wine ceremony, (actual words are formal exchange of cups of wine
between bride and groom as traditional wedding ceremony), we will be partners who
will share both the honor and disgrace on this life and age, we will never leave each
other!
Partners who would share both the honor and disgrace, and to never leave each other!
The clear and light voice did not have that meticulous proclamation like a moment
ago, but every word was deep and seeping into the bottom of Lou Xi Yans heart.
He knew that the person whom he picked on his own would not make him
disappointed, but he did not know that she could accomplish this kind of situation
for him!
Both of their eyes were facing each other, their wrists were crossing over, the
excellent wine entered their throats, this emphasized ones life promise.
Slowly tightening up their hands, taking her hands and holding them on the palms
of his hands, Lou Xi Yan said with a gentle voice: Wait until I return home.
En! Nodding strongly, this was the promise that he gave her, he would return
home.
The two people released their holding hands at the same time, Lou Xi Yan walked
to Dan Yu Lan and Su Ling, he said with a light smile: General Su, Dan Daren,
please, ok. Just like a normal day, the three people had their casual manners, as if
they were meeting during the Imperial court accidentally. This man appeared to be
the same whether he was in a difficult situation or not.
All of the Officials left the crowded place and nevertheless, the main hall was
exceptionally quiet, Xue Xian Xin chased them out all the way: Lao Ye Lao
Ye!!
Elder brother! Lou Xi Wu was also following until the side of the door, leaving
only Zhuo Qing who insisted on marrying Lou Xi Yan a moment ago, and who had
already become the mistress of the Lous family. She was standing in the main hall
and facing all of the guests who were not sure what to do, or maybe waiting to watch
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a bustling scene. But she gave a slight courtesy and said with unrestrained and
unquestionable manners: The Lous family just happens to have an unforeseen
event today, the wedding reception will end here, ok. If there is any opportunity in
the future, the Lous family is sure to have a feast for our friends again! Everybody,
please return, ok! Jing Sa, see the visitors out!
As the familys housekeeper, Jing Sa immediately stepped forward one step, he said
with a heavy voice: Yes, Madam.
Everybody, please!
The Prime Ministers manor was worthy to be called Prime Ministers manor, even
though they met this large transformation, they were still steady and not in any
disorder. The complexion of every servant was tranquil, they invited all of the
crowds to go out neatly and tidily.
A tide of people were departing out in silence, Gu Yun, with a low voice said to Su
Yu who was behind her: You return to the Generals manor first.
Looking that she was motionless like a mountain, Su Yu urgently said: Then, how
about you?
I have words that I want to say to her. The completion of her marriage like this,
even though Qing showed off tranquility from beginning to end, she was afraid that
her heart could not take it easily, right!
Su Yu pulled the sleeve of her garment lightly, advised in a low voice: The person
who will investigate this case is Elder brother, the traitors are also brought back by
Second brother. I am afraid that the Prime Ministers manor will not welcome you,
you will be better to leave first, ok! She was indeed the person from the Generals
manor now, if she waited until somebody was throwing her out, that would be
unsightly!
Pulling back the sleeve of her garment, Gu Yun answered impatiently: It will not,
you return first.
The tide of people who were near the door of the hall were almost dispersing, Su Yu
did not feel good to stay behind either, and could only say in a low voice: Fine, ok,
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you be careful on your own. Qing Ling did not look like a person who could not
understand logic, he would be better to return to the Generals manor first, right!
The people who were inside the room were less and less, Bai Yi was standing and
watching attentively at Zhuo Qings still face, for a very long time, he heard a low
voice from a big person who was behind him: Master, at this present circumstances,
it seems that it is not appropriate to continue staying at the Lous family!
Covering up the extraordinary splendor from his eyes, Bai Yi nodded leisurely and
lightly, soon after, he was following the tide of people who were leaving along from
the main hall.
The main hall that was bustling with noise previously, there were only a few servants
this time who were tidying up some objects that were overturned by the tide of
people when they were leaving, the fully captivating red room seemed to mock and
offend the eyes at this moment. Xue Xian Xin entered the main hall with a worry
look, she could not help to weep in the end: How can this thing happens like this!!
Lao Ye and Xi Yan are in prison, how can this be good ah!
Lou Xi Wu walked to Zhuo Qings back, urgently said: Sister in law, what should
we do next ah?! Dad and Elder brother were not here, she and Second mother had
panicky expressions. It seemed that only Sister in law who was still calm, she could
only depend on and hope for her!
Zhuo Qing was standing in a daze in the main hall, her cold eyes were looking at the
warm sunshine that was outside the courtyard, it was brilliant like red silk, she did
not say anything. Xue Xian Xin who was flustered at first, looking at Zhuo Qing
who was standing in a daze, then she scolded: What is the use of asking her! What
does she understand! No powerful backer or no connection, what plan can she have
at this time!
Wiping the tears from the corner of her eyes hurriedly, Xue Xian Xin was walking
back and forth in the living room, murmuring to herself and she said: I think it is
best that we should enter the Imperial palace immediately, and ask for help to West
Empress Dowager!!
Lou Xi Wu raised her hand, and answered: Elder brother is not home, you do not
have an Imperial tablet to enter the Imperial palace, how can we seek to see paternal
aunt?! No Imperial tablet, they could only wait to be summoned!!
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Then With a frenetic look that was on her face and after moving around for
several steps, Xue Xian Xin called out: Then, get in touch quickly with Lao Yes
former subordinates, furthermore, get in touch with Lou Xi Yans former students
ah! The Lou family was still somewhat powerful during this dynasty, right!!
Jing Sa, Mo Bai!! Quickly, quickly, quickly! Go and ask those Daren to come to
the manor!! Xue Xian Xin called out to the two people to go and ask for help. The
two people were looking one glance at each other, their gazes were all looking
towards Zhuo Qing, they seemed to wait for her command.
The two people were all motionless, Xue Xian Xins sharp voice called out: Go
quickly ah! What are you still staring at!! These slaves were normally spoiled by
Xi Yan! What time was this that they were still unclear who the Master was!
Both of them were still standing motionless and in silence, Xue Xian Xin still wanted
to flip out, Gu Yun was finally unable to bear it and she said: Even if they go, it
will be in vain, the guests who were inside a moment ago, were they not Lao Yes
former subordinates, and Lou Xi Yans students? They seemed to come to the Prime
Ministers manor, why did they leave so quickly a moment ago? Lou Xi Yans
criminal charge for going to prison is plotting a rebellion, even if they have any
consideration to help during this time, they will absolutely not dare to gather at the
Prime Ministers manor openly and without fear!!
Qing should already think of a countermeasure in dealing with this situation by now,
this old mother hen was arguing noisily, Qing would flip out!
Gu Yun said the actual situation like this, Xue Xian Xin was not stupid either, she
was just muddle headed a moment ago. Hearing her analysis, she also knew some of
those, but being refuted by a young lady, her reputation seemed to be embarrassed.
Pointing her finger at Gu Yun, Xue Xian Xin scolded with a loud voice: You are
the General manors person, what are you doing still staying here, are you looking
at us as a joke?! Those traitors were captured and brought back by the General
manors people. I think you all are the ones who collaborate with the traitors, and
then set up Xi Yan and Lao Ye, you are still here being hypocritical and pretending
to be upset now?! Get lost! Get out of my sight!!
The sharp shout was challenging Zhuo Qings nerve, Zhuo Qing who was always
silent, finally roared lowly: That is enough!
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Xue Xian Xin was frightened slightly and closed her mouth with great difficulty.
Secretly breathing several breaths, Zhuo Qing said in a low voice and calmly: You
are already tired for the whole day, return and rest first, ok.
Rest? Once her speaking voice was left, Xue Xian Xin shrieked one more time:
You still have the mood to rest now?!! I should see you earlier that you are not a
good person!! You
Jing Sa. Lightly kneading her temple, Zhuo Qing did not allow her to hoot an
abuse, she only said to Jing Sa with a cold voice: Take this noisy woman and throw
her out to a place where she can stay, do not make me listen to her voice again!
Yes! Jing Sa slightly nodded, and walked to the side of Xue Xian Xin, his big hand
was lifting her arm, and taking her out of the main hall gently.
You you are rebelling!! Let go off my hand, let go off my hand Qing
Ling do not think that you can hide the truth from the masses! Let go off my
hand.. Her yelling voice was more and more distant, Zhuo Qings complexion
did not improve a bit, Lou Xi Wu swallowed a mouthful of saliva, and she said
carefully: Sister in law, then I will return first.
En. Zhuo Qing nodded her head lightly.
Lou Xi Wu ran out of the main hall, she did not dare to trouble her again.
Releasing her hand that was massaging in between her eyebrows, her complexion
was already restored as always, Zhuo Qing lowly explained: Mo Bai, you go and
sort out the list for the Imperial officials relationship to me, the officials who are
five grades and higher in their positions, separate their affiliations and factions, make
a clear mark who have a good or bad relationship with the Lous family. Hand it
over to me early tomorrow morning, furthermore return the deployment of the
Prime Ministers personnel transfer wholly.
Yes. Looking one glance at Zhuo Qing, Mo Bai did not say anything, he withdrew
to go out quietly.
Finally, Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun were the only ones left in the big main hall.
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Zhuo Qing walked to the side of a wooden chair, her movement was slow as if, if
she was moving a bit faster, she would tumble down on the ground. Sitting down on
the wooden chair with great difficulty, her expression looked somewhat stupefied.
Even though her hands were already holding the handles of the wooden chair closely,
Gu Yun could still see that they were shaking.
Squatting down next to her, Gu Yun asked quietly: Qing, are you alright? That
scene during that wedding ceremony ritual a moment ago, she was somewhat in
heartache looking at her. As it turned out, Qings love to Lou Xi Yan was already so
deep! Originally, today should be a happy day for these couples lives, nevertheless,
it was like this in the end!
Holding Zhuo Qings cold fingers, Gu Yun wanted to comfort her, but she did not
know what to say either!
For a very long time, Gu Yun finally sighed in a low voice: I will think of a
way to investigate what kind of important evidences that the traitors from Xi Bei
have against Lou Xi Yan. Do not be too worry, it will be alright! After listening to
the last sentence, it was actually somewhat useless, if she could help Lou Xi Yan to
wash away his injustice, it was the only help for Qing, right!
Zhuo Qing was sitting on the wooden chair silently, the sunshine was glaring outside
the room, the heatwave was rolling on, but her hands and feet felt very cold. They
had arrived in this different era for half a year, she basically, was just doing things
that she liked to do, according to her own character, handling and conducting the
affairs in her own style, but it was just to switch her life in a different place.
She could live free like this, unconstrained, all of those were because Xi Yan showed
his tolerance to her, and put her under his wing, she seemed to be accustomed to his
silence investment and protection like this. At that time when he was taken away,
she was afraid, she had never experienced that kind of fear in her more than 20 years
old of age. She was afraid to lose him, so she wanted to marry him!!
She did not know whether or not this was regarded as love, she only knew that she
was willing to live and die together with him, and never left each other.
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She was not willing to face up this major feudalism authority and tyrant systems all
along, even though she almost drowned and lost in this moment, she was still useless
to face it, but in this moment, she understood incomparably and needed that power!
Xi Yan, I would accompany you to fight this battle together!
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Chapter 107: Taking Advantage On Her Opportunity
At Night
The moon was bright but the star was sparse, the plants on the mountain rock could
be seen clearly from the inside courtyard, tomorrow was approaching but they still
did not have time to remove the red silk lanterns that could be seen clearly
everywhere. It was a pity that the quiet and desolate courtyard, and the glaring and
captivating of the red reflection, they appeared to have a trace of indescribable
sadness. The low crying sounds of some animals echoed just like in the past, the
gentle nights wind was brushing away the face slowly. The scenery was never able
to change and the change would be the one who saw the scenery and appreciated it
in ones heart.
Inside the main hall, the family servants did not dare to disturb this new Madam and
only lit up two lanterns on the porch. The soft lightning shone into the middle of the
hall, Zhuo Qing was still sitting on the same seat since noon. She understood that
she had been sitting for a long time, but she did not want to move at all.
The sound of a gentle footsteps sounded, a meager shadow of a person flashed

through, a low sound of a male voice came through in her ear slightly: Go eat stuff
first, ok.
His one speakings voice just left, a warm bowl of meat congee was already handed
over slowly into her hand, Zhuo Qing raised her head and the reflection that entered
into her eyes was that innocent and pure face that was like an angel. What was
different was this face was laughing and playing in the past days, his bright eyes
were looking at her worryingly.
Seeing clearly the person who came, Zhuo Qing reacted afterwards, then she asked
quietly: Why are you not leaving? He should leave a long time ago and that would
be right.
Leave? Bai Yis brows wrinkled tightly and leisurely: Where am I going?
Using her hand to put the congee by the side of the tea table, Zhuo Qing answered
with a somewhat tired voice: The nobleman can not stand under any danger wall,
you as a countrys apparent heir to the throne should know this principle. The current
Prime Ministers manor is not suitable for you to continue to stay now.
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I definitely do not care about this being under any danger wall?! Bai Yi was
somewhat excited when he called out lowly, and did not care about this male and
females separation etiquette, he was pulling Zhuo Qings hand, and said with a clear
voice: How can Prime Minister Lou plot a rebellion, there is surely someone who
sets him up! I will not leave you and the Prime Ministers manor just because of the
crisis!! You can be at ease, in any case, I am also a countrys apparent heir to the
throne. Prime Minister Lou is not here, I will protect you!
Bai Yis hand and his own person were the same, very thin, but they were warms,
his young face was filled with anger. Zhuo Qing was smiling, this was the first time
that she was smiling since noon, right. Slowly pulling out of her hand, Zhuo Qing
sighed and said: Fine, I receive your kind intention, leave quickly, ok. He was a
foreign Prince, it was somewhat funny when he was talking about wanting to protect
her, but he was only a ten years old child after all, and due to his good intention,
Zhuo Qing was still thankful to him.
I am not leaving! Speaking that he was a child, he unexpectedly and really

displayed his temper, he moved his footsteps and sat down next to Zhuo Qing. Bai
Yi groaned and said persistently: Not only will I not leave, I will also think of a
way to help Prime Minister Lou to wash away his guilt!
You?! His childish behavior made Zhuo Qing showed a look of distraction, in any
case, he was also a Prince, how could he put on this kind of naughty and hoodlums
attitudes. She would really receive his kind intention, but she did not need this one
person who would cause her trouble!
Zhuo Qing was glaring at him, he was also staring at Zhuo Qing, these two people,
her big eyes were staring at his small eyes like this for a good while. Bai Yi finally
softened up a little, and moving closer a little bit, and he said with a pretentious
mystery: Do not look down on me, I have already assigned some people to go and
investigate, can you guess what I have found out?
Zhuo Qing answered unhappily: What did you find out? She did not believe what
he could find out anything within half a day (the actual words are one afternoon and
1/2 the evening)!
Bai Yi proudly handed over a piece of paper that he took out from his bosom and
gave it to Zhuo Qing, Zhuo Qing opened it suspiciously. There was unexpectedly a
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transcript of inquiry stuff on it, it should be a record of the interrogation from the
traitors. Looking at the date, this inquiry must have been conducted just before they
returned to the capital.
Zhuo Qing looked at it while she was lost in thought, Bai Yis hands were on his
bosom, and he analyzed and said voluminously: When the Sus family army caught
the traitors, they had already interrogated it once. They were saying at that time that
they were colluding with the Ministry of Treasury and Revenue during that year, and
they already signed the confession. For the whole journey during the escorting of the
traitors, there should not be any other person who could approach the criminals
except for the General manors people, right. Who would have thought that when
they returned to the Ministry of Justice, they would assert arbitrarily that Prime
Minister Lou, father and son were the masters behind the plot, was this not strange?
Why would they want to set Prime Minister Lou up, there would surely be some
people who had incited them to do this!
Staring fixedly at Bai Yis young and elegant face with her sharp eyes, Zhuo Qing
asked: Where did you find this stuff from?
This kind of stuff, if it was not at the Ministry of Justice, it would be kept at the
Generals manor. He was a foreign Prince, how he could take a hold of this in such
a short period of time, or she really looked down on him, or everything was simply
related to him?!
Facing Zhuo Qings inquiry, someone with discerning eyes could see that she was
on guard with the meaning of her question. Bai Yis eyes were actually flickering
and shining, and he had an appearance like someone who just took credit for his own
achievement, he smiled complacently and said: I naturally have my own way lo!
You know that I am very good, right!! I have just said that I can protect you, you
still do not believe me!
Zhuo Qings hand was still holding that thing that an average person would hard to
find, this reminded her not to look down on the boy who was in front of her, he did
not look as simple as what he was showing! But looking at that bright and pure pair
of eyes, and with a simple face that was taking credit on his own achievement. Zhuo
Qing felt that she, herself, was somewhat unable to tell good from bad and too
nervous, perhaps, he really thought of helping her. And being able to get a hold of
this information, it could be proven that Liao Yue already hid someone in the
Imperial court.
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Thinking at this point, Zhuo Qing appeared to have more trust in this boy who was
next to her, he did not hesitate to expose his own countrys Intelligence gathering.
He also wanted to show the inquiry record for her to look at, he should be sincere in
treating her, right!
Thinking about the words that Bai Yi just said a moment ago, Zhuo Qing frowned
again: Your meaning was that Su Ling set Xi Yan up on purpose? Impossible! Su
Ling was not this type of person!!
Bai Yi curled his lips, and answered: I did not say that it was surely General Su!
But I can also say that he has the biggest suspicions!
She did not have any evidence at the moment, so Zhuo Qing could not refute his
words, Su Ling should really be suspected.
Zhuo Qing did not refute it any longer, so Bai Yi was simply sitting with his cross-
legged, he analyzed privately and said: I think the most important thing now is what
kind of evidences that those traitors have spoken off, to frame a loyal and good
person! As long as we can prove that Prime Minister Lou is the person who is
accused wrongly, we can take him out of the Imperial prison first. As far as who is
the black hand behind the scenes, Prime Minister Lou, himself, can investigate and
it will be more appropriate. He is very wise, farsighted and multi-talented, and he
will think a better strategy exquisitely than ours!!
Zhuo Qing was shaking her head wearily: It is easier said than done! She naturally
and clearly understood Bai Yis arguments, but Lou Xi Yans criminal charge to be
sent to prison was plotting a rebellion at the moment, this was a serious crime in
every Imperial dynasty! How was it possible that the person who had set him up,
would leave behind a loophole that could be used by them easily!
Lightly waving to Zhuo Qing to hint her to come over, Bai Yi craftily smiled:
Actually, it is not difficult either.
Not difficult?! Zhuo Qing was looking suspiciously at the weird boy who was in
front of her, with a doubtful mind, her body could not help to bend down.
Looking at his left and right, and after making sure that there was no other person in
the surroundings, Bai Yi only whispered by the side of Zhuo Qings ear: We only
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need to forge some evidences to prove that those traitors were forced by General Su
to set Prime Minister Lou up, that can prove that Prime Minister Lou is accused
wrongly! Wait until Prime Minister Lou comes out, then he can investigate it quietly.
Then we can find out naturally who is the black hand behind the scenes, at that time,
if it is not General Su, he can still have his innocent!
Out of the question! Zhuo Qing lowly shouted, and was glaring at Bai Yi, and she
lowly scolded: This is setting another person up!!
Bai Yi already shrank his nose, refusing to comply and he lowly mumbled and said:
Is Prime Minister Lou not the person who is being set up, they can forge the
evidences, why can we not forge it ah?! Moreover, this is only to expedite to get him
out of the Imperial prison and it is quite proper!!
Zhuo Qing was furious quickly, if she was doing it like this, what was the difference
between her and those people who set Xi Yan up?! Moreover, he seriously thought
that Su Ling was this easy to be lied to ah, wanting to set him up!! She slapped Bai
Yis head angrily, Zhuo Qing groaned and said: You are still a child, and want to
do this kind of childs play thing?
Stroking his head, Bai Yi rubbed it while he insisted and said: I do not think that
this is a childs play, this is exactly what is called to create a diversion, to steal the
sorghum and exchange it with the pillar. We only hide the facts, it will not have any
big influence to General Su, we can only make those so called evidences to set Prime
Minister Lou up, so they appear to have loophole. Is it not good like this?
Facing the stubborn child who was in front of her, Zhuo Qing did not really know
what to say, her head began to hurt again, she was distraught with anxiety at the
moment. Lightly rubbing her temple, Zhuo Qing was waving her hand towards Bai
Yi, with somewhat impatient, she muttered and said: Forget about it, you go out
first, ok, I want to calm down a bit.
Oh. Looking at her painful appearance, Bai Yi did not insist on his suggestion, he
stood up from the floor, patting his dress down, he walked to the outside door while
he did not forget to make clear and say: You remember to eat some stuffs lo.
Closing her eyes, Zhuo Qing perfunctorily answered: En.
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Finally, the sound of Bai Yis footsteps got further apart gradually, Zhuo Qing
slowly opened her eyes, looking at the inquiry record that was on her hand, her
original complexion that was not too good, became more and more haggard.
Bai Yis footsteps were light and graceful when he was walking to the furthest area
of the Prime Ministers manor that was spacious and empty. One black and strong
figure appeared behind him, and followed him all the way, he actually wanted to say
something but hesitating. Bai Yis mood appeared to be good, his thin lips raised
lightly, smilingly said: What is the matter?
The big person hesitated for a while, but he still bowed his body slightly, he asked
puzzlingly: Master, forgive this subject to be so bold, why do you want to help Lou
Xi Yan, so much that you do not hesitate and make your own self and Liao Yue to
have this type of disagreement?! Taking that thing to give it to Qing Ling, that
definitely and undoubtedly exposed Liao Yues strength that was hidden within
Qiong Yue. He could still understand Masters conducts, deeds and plans in the past,
this time actually made him to be puzzled. Moreover, this was regarded to the whole
Liao Yue, so he dared to be so bold as to ask the question!
Bai Yi already guessed that he would have this question at an earlier time, so he was
not surprised at all, instead, he turned his body around to look towards the nervous
and strong man who was behind him, smilingly said: Who do you think is the
biggest enemy for Liao Yue, Lou Xi Yan or Su Ling?
The big person was startled, after he pondered over seriously for a while, he
answered realistically: Lou Xi Yan is resourceful, Su Ling is heroic and good in
battle, but Su Ling will be harder to beat in regard to Liao Yues domination! The
Sus armies were harsh and unreasonable towards the six countries, they were
invincible, these were the reason why Qiong Yue was leading the six countries.
Bai Yi nodded his head satisfyingly, and approached the big person, under the
moonlight, his meager figure was almost completely sheltered by the strong body.
Bai Yi slowly raised his head, his eyes flashed through some sophisticated chilliness,
the corner of his mouth made a strange curve unexpectedly, the big person could not
help to tremble in his heart: If Su Ling can be made a friend with Liao Yue, how
will the conclusion be? If both countries are going to war in the future, will Yan
Hong Tian still dare to send the Sus armies in the expedition to Liao Yue? Will he
not afraid that Su Ling will change sides during the war? If we set him up today,
even though the evidence will not be sufficient at all, but it will be enough to put a
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doubting seed in Yan Hong Tians heart, which sovereign king is not suspicious?!
Even if Yan Hong Tian is finally able to balance the relationship between the
Imperial courts, and stabilizes the political situation in Qiong Yue, nobody will be
punished for a crime, but after this passed through, the Prime Ministers manor and
Generals manor are bound to be enemies, because of this, can both the civil and
military officials live together in harmony again? How can my Liao Yue be
mentioned in equal terms with this kind of Qiong Yue!?
The clear and bright voice was still entirely quieted the night, the low sound was still
echoing in his ear, the big person secretly swallowed a mouthful of saliva, and
immediately answered: This subject is slow-witted! Master still thinks far-reaching.
But is Madam Lou willing to cooperate to set Su Ling up? Based in this
subjects observation, she does not look like a foolish person!
She was indeed not a foolish person, but she was absolutely an infatuated person!!
Lightly patting the big persons shoulder, Bai Yi quietly and smilingly said
unhurriedly: If during a normal time, she absolutely can not be fooled, but it is not
necessarily like that now. Lou Xi Yan is already sent to prison, she is impatient as if
she is burning earlier. I have heard that Prime Minister Lous body is always not
good, he has an old illness, if at this moment, he is not careful and falls ill, he can
die inside the prison. According to you, this Madam Lou who is loving and
impatient, can she still be rational in that case?!
This subject will deal with it immediately! The heavy force in his shoulder made
the big person grasped it immediately, he leaned over to salute hurriedly afterwards,
and advanced to the outside door to leave urgently.
Bai Yi nodded his head satisfyingly, his footsteps were light and graceful as before,
but under the moonlight, the original eyes that should be glittering like sunshine,
were wondering profoundly with extraordinary splendor.
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It was already passed zishi (11 pm-1 am) inside the study room at the Generals
manor, the candles were flickering inside the study room as before.
Under the tall bookcase, one lovable and small figure was busying and rummaging
through to find something. During the early autumn night, her forehead
unexpectedly had a thin layer of sweat.
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Gu Yun was half kneeling beside the bookcase, and rummaging through to find some
information, but it had already been 5-6 hours and she had not found anything.
During the afternoon, she already went to rummage through the Ministry of Justice,
Dan Yu Lan was not present. Cheng Hang informed her that the main confession
record of Lou Xi Yans case was kept at the Generals manor, they unexpectedly did
not understand any specific circumstances.
This acknowledgement made Gu Yun felt very worried!
Her mood was increasingly jittery, Gu Yuns action in rummaging through to look
for the confession became more and more rough, darn Su Ling! Where would he put
that information in the end?!
What are you looking for?! A cold voice of a man echoed strongly from behind
her.
Su Ling!! Gu Yun was slightly startled, taking a deep breath deeply, she turned
around calmly soon after. Looking one glance at him, she answered while she was
still rummaging through like before: I want to know what kind of evidences that
the traitors have shown, that make Yan Hong Tian put Lou Xi Yan to prison at his
big wedding day?!
Su Lings black eyes slightly narrowed, this woman was really bold in her mind, the
whole study room at the Generals manor was completely lighted on, the door was
half opened, so the Imperial guards who were night patrolling believed that the
person who was inside the study room was him. Looking at her standing position, if
she had been trying to find it all the way, she was inside the study room for no less
than two to three shichen (between 4-6 hours)!! Apart from having to keep the file
outside, the rest was put in order intactly. If he did not come over tonight, he would
simply not see that someone had been rummaging through his stuffs.
Moreover, she unexpectedly still dared to rummage thought to find the evidence in
front of him now?! Looking that she was already discovered, but her petite figure
was still rummaging through to find the evidence, the corner of Su Lings mouth
unexpectedly and involuntarily raised up slightly. He found himself laughing, but he
restrained the corner of his mouth immediately, lightly coughing, he groaned and
said coldly: You should not care about this matter!
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Su Ling was not nervous unexpectedly, it was very clear that the stuffs that she was
looking for were not here inside the study room!! Releasing her hand off some stuffs,
Gu Yun slowly got up, and she was confronting Su Ling who had always a black
cloud looking panda on his face all the time. Gu Yun answered with not a slight
uncompromising attitude: That person who is being sent to prison is my brother in
law now! I should care about it! Qings feeling towards Lou Xi Yan, she could
clearly see it even if she was a slow person, it was impossible that she watched with
folding arms (not doing anything) about this matter!
The similar like eagles sharp, acute and firm eyes slightly raised his pupils to
relatively fight, they should absolutely not need to continue with this dispute. Both
of the people already understood it clearly that they could not persuade any of them!
Someone comes.
A cold, strong and imposing sound echoed, Gu Yun secretly shouted Crap!
Sure enough, his speaking voice was just left out, a group of the shoulders from the
night patrols unexpectedly appeared from outside the study room.
Lock her up in her room, without my order, she is not allowed to step out of the
room. His unquestionable voice was just like no one could disobey his every order,
the soldiers looked one glance at each other secretly. Their feet did not dare to be
stagnant, and went to the side of Gu Yun hastily and in a hurry, but they also did not
step forward to detain her.
Clenching her teeth secretly, Gu Yun wished to fight with this opinionated man
angrily, but she endured it because she still had not lost any rational!
Su Ling, you want to house arrest me?! Between these two people, their forever
competing eyes would never cease, Gu Yuns eyes was firmly cutting down on Su
Lings body like a knife and Su Ling could hear the sound of her grinding her teeth.
This made Su Ling felt a little relieved because of her untamed and jittery heart.
Casted a sidelong glance at her fist that kept relaxing and tightening again, Su Ling
said with a cruel and untamed smile: I know that your martial art is not weak, your
endurance is astonishing, and very smart. But if you really have enough sufficient
knowledge, you should know that nobody will disobey my opinion at this Generals
manor, do not ever think to leave the Generals manor!
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Is it really? This insufferably arrogant man!! He infuriated her! He infuriated her!!
Gu Yun smiled instead of getting angry, approached Su Ling slowly, her small and
lovable figure was only reached to his chest. After stoping by his side, Gu Yun left
this sentence with not light nor heavy voice: General Su, we will wait and see (who
is right). He seriously believed that she was used to devote herself to embroider the
butterfly during this half a year time?! Su Ling, if I, Gu Yun wanted to leave the
Generals manor, it would be as easy as if I entered the food market!!
Rather than saying that she was detained in custody, it was better to say that a
swaggering woman was escorted by a group of soldiers to leave!!
Darn it, how did she have this much confidence?
How did she have this much confidence inside the Generals manor, who was the
master of the Generals manor in the end!!
Peng (The sound of SL who was breaking the tables)
The majority of the people heard the loud sound inside the study room in the depth
of the night. The young General who was tidying up the study room the next day,
could only see that several tables were cut down in half and they were crumbling on
the ground This who provoked the General to get angry again last night?!!
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Chapter 108: Xi Yans Serious Illness
Lan Yues Building
The beginning of the autumn wind raised up, several thread of golden white clouds
reflected out faintly, as if the white clouds were plated with a layer of golden
boundary. The light wind was blowing across from the lake side, and appeared to
burst in a ripple. The lotus flower already withered, leaving behind a lot of lotus seed
heads, the black color of the lotus leafs were swaying gently.
A trace of beautiful white clothings shadow was sitting on the stone bench by the
side of the lotus pond, her hand was holding a booklet, and looking at it
concentratedly, Mo Bais tall figure was behind her.
For a very long time, Zhuo Qing finally lifted her head and asked: Has Qing Mo
come to look for me?
She has not.
It was reasonable to say that no matter if she found anything or not, Yun should
come to look for her this early morning, but it was almost noon now, and she still
had not seen her shadow! Was it because she already made a progress for the case,
or did she happen to have something?! Her brows were pursing unconsciously, so
she continued to ask: Has Jing Sa returned yet?
Mo Bais cold face was somewhat irritable now, and with a heavy voice, he
answered: Also has not. Jing Sa went to the Ministry of justices prison early this
morning to scout out about Masters circumstances. It was already two shichen (4
hrs), but he still had not seen him returning yet, if scouting out was insufficient, he
would be the one who could scout the Ministry of Justices prison tonight!
Zhuo Qing was holding a booklet on her hand and staring blankly, was she too
anxious?! She had always felt this ill sense.
Bowing her head again to look towards Mo Bai who was managing to stand up for
one whole night, she had no choice but to say that she could only look about the
relationship between the Lous family and the whole Qiong Yue dynastys
complication. Feeling somewhat dizzy, it was really a tough job for Xi Yan, he still
had to weigh the pros and cons when he was mixing with the others!!
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Beautiful elder sister.
A clear and bright sound of a man came through from the courtyards gate, Zhuo
Qing narrowed her eyes to see, a meager figure was holding a tray on his hand, and
he walked to her with a sunshine like face.
It was Bai Yi.
Taking the booklet that was on her hand and put it in between her sleeve slowly,
Zhuo Qing said to Mo Bai who was behind her: You withdraw first, ok.
Yes. Mo Bai nodded and departed, and when he brushed past Bai Yi leisurely, he
swept one glance at the foods that were on the tray. His blue eyes flashed through a
slight ray serenely, putting on display with this lack of solicitous attitude, what was
this young fellow thinking of doing?!
Sitting next to Zhuo Qing, taking the tray on his hand and pushing it in front of Zhuo
Qing, Bai Yi smiled leisurely and said: I am afraid that you have not eaten any
breakfast, so I come and we can eat together.
Zhuo Qing bowed her head to look one glance at the pile of foods, then she answered
faintly: You eat by yourselves, ok, I am not hungry.
Even if you are not hungry, you still have to eat a little. If your own health is ruined,
how can you still save Prime Minister Lou ah!
While he was speaking, Bai Yi held up one rice bowl leisurely and mixed some
vegetables, and placed it on Zhuo Qings hand: Eat quickly, eat quickly!
Zhuo Qing was holding the bowl, and shaking her head helplessly, but she did not
evade any longer, then she bowed her head to eat the food. Bai Yi satisfyingly smiled
and said:This food is ok, right!
The two people were eating for several mouthfuls, a family servant was standing
outside the courtyards door, and he said with a clear voice: Madam, Miss Qing is
here.
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Gu Yun! Zhuo Qing put down the bowl that was on her hand, and said promptly:
Hurry invite her to come in.
The family servant bowed and departed, soon, an energetic figure entered hurriedly
to Lan Yue building.
Bai Yi could sense that Zhuo Qing anticipated this person who just came in, it
seemed that this person could give her strength and hope. As if he was still holding
the rice bowl and eating it, but his eyes had swept secretly at the figure who was
proceeding gradually.
It was her younger sister, Qing Mo, he had seen her several times, this womans eyes
were very sharp, he must be very careful!
Gu Yun walked to the side of Zhuo Qings stone bench, and sat down, Zhuo Qing
originally planned to ask her about the matter. But when she saw that there were soil
and dried leafs on her clothing, and her long hair was in a terrible mess, she asked
hesitatingly: You, this is
Not waiting until Zhuo Qing finished talking, Gu Yun already got so mad and
scolded: I was looking at the information at the Generals manor last night, but was
discovered by Su Ling, he unexpectedly wanted to house arrest me!!
Zhuo Qing swallowed her saliva, did she just escape from the Generals manor? No
wonder.. Bai Yis complexion slightly changed, Su Ling wanted to house arrest
her, she unexpectedly could still escape from the Generals manor!! Covering his
mouth that was laughing heartily and with insincerity, Bai Yi mockingly said: Did
you dig a tunnel to come out?
Gu Yun looked one glance at him, looked towards Zhuo Qing with her knitted
eyebrows, and asked: How come he is still here? Was this kid not Liao Yues
Prince? During this time, he should avoid to arouse any suspicion?!
Zhuo Qing had not talked yet, Bai Yi was already staring at Gu Yun, and he lowly
roared: Why can I not be here?!
Zhuo Qing lightly patted Bai Yis shoulder and said: Bai Yi, you go to Hua Ting
pavilion to eat breakfast on your own, ok, I have to discuss something with Qing
Mo.
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Fine, ok, I have almost eaten enough anyway. The childish person was still glaring
one glance at Gu Yun, then Bai Yi got up to leave. Looking at his back view, he
looked like a child who was peeved, but those pair of bright eyes flashed through a
shady color now that were enough to make people to tremble with fear.
Gu Yuns sorry figure made Zhuo Qing felt very uncomfortable, pulling the sleeve
of her garment, Zhuo Qing sighed and said: Follow me, I will give you a clothing
to change.
En. She did not want to walk on the street like this either.
The two people were crossing over the zig zagging bridge and entering Zhai Xing
pavilion. Zhuo Qing looked for one skirt in the wardrobe that was relatively short
and gave it to Gu Yun.
Withdrawing to the bedroom, standing behind the screen, and closing her tired eyes
slowly, Zhuo Qing lowly asked: Have you found any clue?
The sound of the removal of clothing came through from the inside room, Gu Yuns
clear words also came through subsequently: I have not currently, I am afraid that
you are anxious, so I come to find you first. Wait until I go and trample at the
Ministry of Justice, I want to find a way to see those two traitors leaders, I should
be able to ask and produce something.
En. With her current status now, she was afraid that she would not be able to see
the two traitors leaders, If Gu Yun could see them, she would surely discover
something.
While Gu Yun was tying her hair in a ponytail, she left the bedroom, and looked at
Zhuo Qing who was leaning against the screen, her eyes were closed slightly, and
she looked very tired. The shadow by the screen was casted down, thick dark circles
under her eyes, the pale color of her lips, these made her to appear haggard.
Lightly embracing her thin shoulder, Gu Yun anxiously said: Qing, your
complexion is very ugly.
Zhuo Qing was leaning lightly against Gu Yuns shoulder that was also thin but they
were very warm, faintly smiled and said: I am fine.
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It would be a wonder if she was fine! Patting her shoulder strongly, Gu Yun
pretended to smile lightly and say: Very well, do not be too anxious, be careful
when Lou Xi Yan return and see you like this, he will break his promise of
marriage!
Zhuo Qing was smiling, Yuns trick to console people was still clumsy! But her
hesitating heart for the whole night appeared to be somewhat better. Suddenly
thinking of something, Zhuo Qing suddenly asked: Oh right, there is one more
thing.
What is it?
Thinking, Zhuo Qing slightly leaned over and said something at the side of Gu Yuns
ear with a low voice, Gu Yuns complexion also changed from tranquil to more and
more imposing.
Madam! From outside the door, Jing Sas clear and anxious voice came out, and
made the two women who were discussing with a low voice to stare blankly.
The two of them looked one glance at each other, their minds had this bad
premonition, Zhuo Qing deeply breathed, and asked: What has happened?
Masters old illness suddenly relapsed at the Ministry of Justices prison this
morning, the Imperial doctor had looked after him, but the current circumstances are
unknown at the moment! Jing Sas muffled voice urgently echoed, Zhuo Qings
complexion had a huge change, arriving at the side of the door rushingly, she opened
the door and immediately shouted: Hurry, prepare the chariot to go to the Ministry
of Justices prison!
Jing Sa immediately answered: It was already prepared.
Good! Leave now. Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun were following Jing Sas back, they
scurried to go to the outside of the Prime Ministers manor.
At the front door of the Prime Ministers manor, there was already a simple black
chariot that was tied up with a pair of fine horses. Zhuo Qing already got into the
chariot, Gu Yun hesitated for a moment, nevertheless, she walked towards the horse,
and straddled to sit on the horse.
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Riding the horse to the front of the chariot window, Gu Yun said in a low voice:
You go and look after Lou Xi Yan, I go and look for Dan Yu Lan.
Fine. Zhuo Qing nodded her head, Gu Yun was about to ride her horse to leave,
Zhuo Qing suddenly pulled the sleeve of her garment again, and said quietly: The
matter that I had just spoken to you
Gu Yun used her expression to prevent her from speaking the words, and she only
hastily said: I already understand, we will get in touch again!
En! Zhuo Qing finally let go of the sleeve of her garment, put down the curtain,
and said to Jing Sa who was outside: Let us go, ok.
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The chariot went straight to the Ministry of Justices prison, and stopped on the road
in front of the door of the prison.
Zhuo Qing got down from the chariot, and walked with Jing Sa to the bailiffs who
were guarding it, Zhuo Qing nodded towards Jing Sa.
Jing Sa stepped forward, taking a couple of gold ingots and lightly put them on the
hands of the two bailiffs, he lowly said: My familys Madam only wants to go in
and take a look at Prime Minister Lou, I ask that the officials to be flexible.
The heavy gold ingots that were on their hands, they were a lot more than their yearly
officials salaries ah! The two people were looking one glance at each other, and
taking a look at the plain clothing woman who was standing at the side. They did
not dare to accept the golds in the end, and returned the gold ingots that were on
their hands at the same time, embarrassingly said: Prime Minister Lou is a criminal
now, without the plate from the Ministry of Justice or order from the Generals
manor, this lowly person does not dare to let anybody to go in, I hope Madam will
forgive us!
Zhuo Qings heart was anxious, as expected, was it really difficult to meet with him
like this now?!
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Daren, there is an order to let her to go in. A clear and bright voice came through
from behind them, Zhuo Qing turned her head around to see Lu Jin who was standing
behind her, one block of Ministry of Justices plate was on his hand.
Lu Jin Daren. The bailiffs could see clearly the person who came and the plate
that was on his hand, and they respectfully withdrew to the side at once.
Lu Jin slightly stooped down, and said with a low voice at the side of Zhuo Qings
ear: Go in, ok, but come out quickly.
Zhuo Qings back was stiff, could it be that Dan Yu Lan did not give this plate?!
Lifting her head to look, the always steady and stricts Lu Jin, unexpectedly winked
towards her.
Understanding it immediately, Zhuo Qing slightly nodded, and expressed her

gratitude: Thank you, Lu Jin.
Zhuo Qing finally went into the Ministry of Justices prison, but this was different
than when she went into the prison for that last two times. The bailiffs would lead
her to arrive at the prison cell, the guards were clearly more strict here. There was a
guard post within three steps, the personnels who were responsible for vigilance
were more intensive, their guards and preparedness were higher. But the prison cell
was somewhat spacious and bright, the environment was also only a little bit better,
the bed was still a half slab of stone, just like before.
Walking to the most inner room, the bailiffs finally stopped his footsteps, and said:
Madam, Prime Minister Lou is inside.
Her anxious feeling for the whole night made Zhuo Qings heartbeat suddenly
became somewhat rapid, deeply breathing, Zhuo Qing stepped across to enter the
prisons door.
The prison cell was a bit bigger than the one she visited before, but there was only a
small window with a little ventilation, thus the lightning was also not good, the inside
of the prison cell was somewhat stuffy.
There was a few thick of rice straws on the stone bed, a trace of meager figure was
in front of her, he was lying down, and there was a thin quilt that covered his body.
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Was it Xi Yan? Did they not say that his old illness had relapsed? Why did they still
make him sleep on the rice straw, why did they not give him a room that had a
somewhat better ventilation? Where was the Imperial doctor?! Where was the
Imperial doctor?!
Zhuo Qing wanted to walk by his side quickly, her feet unexpectedly could not help
to tremble, with great difficulty, she walked to the side of the bed and sat down.
Zhuo Qing did not dare to touch him, and could only urgently say: Xi Yan Xi
Yan, how are you doing?
Calling for several times, the person who was on the bed did not have any reaction,
Zhuo Qings mind was anxious, and she stretched out her hand immediately to grab
his wrist and check for his pulse.
Breathing a long breath leisurely, fortunately, even though she did not learn
traditional Chinese medicine, but she could feel that the condition of his pulse could
be regarded as steady and strong.
Turning Lou Xi Yans body that was laying down, Zhuo Qing was holding his hand
tightly, and she lowly said: Xi Yan, you can hear my words, is that right?
Lou Xi Yan was still wearing the same wedding ceremonial robe from yesterday,
the absolute splendid red color set off his pale appearance even more, his hand was
even colder than usual.
That festive, joyous and captivating red color was stinging Zhuo Qings eyes deeply,
her tears were unexpectedly and involuntarily flowing down on her cheeks, every
tear drop was falling on his cold fingers.
Lou Xi Yans hand suddenly moved, his eyelids were also trembling and they
opened slowly, Zhuo Qing excitingly grabbed his hand tightly, and lowly called out:
Xi Yan! You You woke up!
Qing-er For a very long time, Lou Xi Yan appeared to see the person who
was in front of him clearly. His hand slowly stretched towards Zhuo Qings cheeks,
his slightly cold thumb was wiping the tears from the corner of her eyes softly. His
gloomy and hoarse voice that was as gentle and soft as before, echoed: Who is
bullying you?
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His hoarse and low voice made people unable to hear what he was saying clearly,
Zhuo Qings tears were flowing again, his first sentence after he woke up, made her
want to cry?! Wiping the tears off her face strongly, Zhuo Qing was choking with
emotion but she answered stubbornly: I I am fine!
Holding her hand that was used to wipe the tears on her face carelessly, Lou Xi Yan
was smiling and shaking his head lightly, and with a soft voice, he sighed and said:
Your eye sockets are completely black like this, and you still say that you are fine,
when I am not by your side, you are not able to take care of yourself? It was only
one night, how did she turn herself upside down like this!
I Zhuo Qing opened her mouth but could not say anything, she understood
clearly what kind of appearance she had at the moment, so she could not refute it.
Their hands were knotted together tightly, she knew that Xi Yan was anxious for
her, she was anxious for him, Zhuo Qing urgently said: Where are you feeling
uncomfortable, is it the recurrence of the asthma attack again?
Lightly shaking his head, Lou Xi Yan lowly answered: I am alright, they were the
ones who made a fuss about nothing.
His speaking voice had not left yet, Lou Xi Yan suddenly coughed, a moment
afterwards, his complexion that was pale became flush, his breathing was clearly
being obstructed.
Xi Yan! Zhuo Qing was supporting him to sit down hurriedly, while helping him
breathe, she made him to follow along her own even breathing. Xi Yans hand was
grabbing her arm tightly, his fingers snared the inside of her flesh, along with the
heavy and coarse panting sounds. Zhuo Qings hand was hurting, but it could not
compare to her distressed.
After regulating his breathing for a long time, Lou Xi Yans strength came back
slowly, the sunshine shined through from the small window, with a light beam, the
thick dust was spreading. The wind could not pass through the prison cell, it felt
oppressed since she came in, what was more, Xi Yan was sick like this, and they still
made him sleep on the rice straw!!
Xi Yan hurried and briefs breathing was still echoing continuously, the dust that
filled the room was crazily fluttering now, Zhuo Qings heart that felt tight suddenly
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collapsed and snapped! Clenching Lou Xi Yans cold hand, Zhuo Qing suddenly
said excitingly: Xi Yan, I will not let you stay in this kind of place anymore!! I will
definitely assist you out of this place! Definitely will!
Qing-er? Lou Xi Yans slightly stared blankly, what was up with Qing?! She was
always calm, why would she be so unusual today, his mind was somewhat not daring
to guess, Lou Xi Yan quietly consoled and said: What do you want to do? Do
not do any foolish thing!
As long as I can assist you out of the prison, it is worth doing anything!
This moment, her firm eyes were radiating the most dedication and perseverance
feelings, that would make him admire her the most at normal times, but at this
moment, her perseverance made him to have a flustered feeling. Holding her thin
and weak shoulder, Lou Xi Yan was somewhat anxious: Qing-er, what is wrong
with you? This matter has many implications, there is no final conclusion before, by
all means, you should not act blindly without thinking, otherwise, you will only
implicate more innocent people.
Allowing him to grab her shoulder, and looking from the strength of his hand, she
could feel his anxiousness, but, she was very clear on what she wanted to do on her
own!!
Xi Yan, I am your wife, I will not look on you suffering a hardship helplessly!! In
this world, there is no one who can save all of the peoples situations. I am also only
one woman, so can only be concerned and care about you, it is already so fortunate!
I do not have any ability to take a pity on those innocent people long time ago!
Qing-er? Zhuo Qings clear and cold eyes were not hysterical and perplexed, she
was very clear headed at the moment, but Lou Xi Yan was suspicious, what was
going on with his Qing-er after all, why did she suddenly speak with this determined
and ruthless words?
Zhuo Qing did not explain, but she was only holding his big hand tightly once again,
and she slightly smiled, tranquilly said: You rest properly, I am leaving first.
Finished speaking, Zhuo Qing slowly got up and left the prison.
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Lou Xi Yan did not call to stop her at all, he was only following her back when she
left, Lou Xi Yan slowly laid down and closed his eyes to sleep, just like before Zhuo
Qing came.
His thin hand that hid a small piece of paper inside slowly opened up, Zhuo Qing
left that when she was holding his hand firmly before she left Zhuo Qing got
out of the prison,
Jing Sa immediately went up to her, there were tear stains on her face, but the
expression in her eyes was very calm.
What time is it now?
Jing Sa looked at the sky, and answered: Just passed shenshi (3-5 pm).
Zhuo Qing stepped across the chariot with large strides, soon, her clear and cold
voice echoed solemnly: Go to the northern gate of the Imperial palace, I want to
enter the palace.
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Chapter 109: Taking Advice
Qing Fengs Palace Hall
Under the red bricks and green roof tiles was a small courtyard area where white
chrysanthemum plants were everywhere, it was an early autumn time, the white
chrysanthemums were barely spitting out new stamens and pistils (reproductive parts
of plants, a stamen is the male part while a pistil is the female part I found this new
knowledge very interesting), the clear bluish green shrubs in the middle were
particularly provoking to the eyes. The courtyard could not be regarded as big, but
it appeared to have Qing Fengs faint elegance.
One big tree was in the middle of the courtyard, the tree shade almost covered half
of the courtyard, a simple swing was hanging on a thick and solid tree trunk, it was
swaying along with the autumn wind from time to time. Under the tree shade, there
was a woman who was wearing a palaces dress and lying on the extremely soft
couch. The pair of her eyes were closed slightly, her complexion was deeply calm,
her abdomen was bulging slightly to show that the woman was pregnant. Two palace
maids were standing behind her quietly, their heads were lowered slightly, even their
breathings were cautious and solemn, and did not dare to disturb their mistress quiet
dream.
The person who was wearing a purple palace dress, whose identity was clearly
higher than the other palace maids entered the inside of the courtyard hurriedly.
Walking to the front of the woman, she hesitated for a moment, but she still opened
her mouth to say: Mistress, Prime Minister Lous Madam took the Imperial tablet
and already entered the Imperial palace from the north gate.
When the Prime Ministers Madam took the Imperial tablet to appear at the palace
gate, the Imperial bodyguard came to announce it. Prime Minister Lou just went to
prison recently, and the Madam entered the Imperial palace to request a meeting, she
was afraid that this matter could not be disregarded.
The original indolent face of Qing Feng suddenly opened her eyes, supporting her
body to sit on the soft couch, she urgently said: You go and welcome her quickly,
bring her to Qing Fengs palace hall, be careful not to let other people see her.
Yes. Fu Ling bowed to salute slightly, and turned around to leave hurriedly.
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Qing Feng got up, the palace maids who were behind her stepped forward to lend
their arms to support her. Waving her hand to make them withdraw, Qing Feng
watched the gate to the courtyard attentively, her hands were clenching together
unconsciously.
Soon, Fu Ling was leading Zhuo Qing to enter Qing Fengs palace hall, Qing Feng
immediately welcomed her up: Elder sister!
One Zhuo Qing entered the courtyard gate, she could see Qing Feng, she was still
the same thin as before, thus her bulging abdomen seemed to be quite protruding.
Follow me. Pulling her hand, Qing Feng entered the inside of the room.
The two people entered the bedroom, Qing Feng sent a meaningful glance at Fu Ling
earlier, Fu Ling understood smartly, closed the door lightly, and retreated to go out
quietly.
Elder sister, are you alright? Elder sisters eyes were swollen, her complexion was
also too pale, she was tender, graceful and fragile in the past, with this kind of
misfortune, how could she bear it? Holding Zhuo Qings hand tightly, Qing Feng
appeared to be somewhat stirred up in emotions.
Lightly patting Qing Fengs hand, Zhuo Qing faintly smiled: I am alright.
Qing Feng determined that Zhuo Qing hid her sorrow deliberately, and she consoled
and said gently: Actually, this Brother in laws case, you do not need to worry, even
though Yan Hong Tian is a tyrant, but he is not an incapable ruler, Brother in law is
the countrys Prime Minister, and also his left and right arms. The case this time is
really strange, you do not need to interfere and just observe it quietly to transform
later on. Watching Yan Hong Tians manner from yesterday evening, he did not
look like he was distressed in anger with this matter, she always felt that there was
surely some ulterior motives from this side.
Zhuo Qing shook her head firmly, with a cold voice, she answered: I can wait, but
Xi Yans health can not wait, if he continues to stay in that prison, I am afraid even
if they find out the case clearly, he will lose his life quickly, I can not sit and wait
for his death this time. She was convinced that the truth of this matter would surely
come out in the end, but she was not willing to wait, especially after she had seen Xi
Yan today!
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Qing Feng slightly stared blankly, she had never seen elder sisters eyes that looked
very dedicated and firm with this kind of radiance. She always believed in
predestination in the past, was it Lou Xi Yan who had changed her?!
Deciding that she was serious, Qing Feng did not try to persuade her either, she
immediately asked: What are you planning to do now? What do you wish me to
do? Since Elder sister came to look for her, she was sure to have a plan, right.
Zhuo Qings eyes swept past Qing Fengs protruding abdomen slightly, the words
that were already in her mouth were swallowed down again, after hesitating for a
moment, she finally said: I understand that your life inside the Imperial palace is
not easy, what I am asking you to do, you only need to strive your best effort to do
it and it will be good. If it does not work, then you have to stop, the most important
thing is to protect your own self properly.
Qing Fengs heart was warm, she had not let go off Zhuo Qings hand all along, she
answered with a candid smile: You can be at ease, I will be careful, you can say
whatever thing that you want me to do, ok. She had already vowed before that she
would return the kindness that people gave to her, and she would revenge those
people who hated her! This half a year, Lou Xi Yan had helped her so many times,
she had not forgotten. No matter what elder sister requested anything for her to do
today, she would accomplish it!
Zhuo Qing lightly leaned over, and lowly mumbled next to Qing Fengs ear for a
moment.
Qing Feng looked towards Zhuo Qing with astonishment, she originally thought that
her elder sister would ask her to go to Yan Hong Tian and plea for leniency. She did
not anticipate that she was thinking Qing Fengs surprise eyes looked towards
Zhuo Qings clear and sharp eyes, she unexpectedly had this scheme, she (QF)
actually did not have any impression that she (ZQ) was the simple, gentle and softs
elder sister.
Zhuo Qing asked softly: Can you do it?
Recovering, Qing Feng nodded her head and answered: I will surely accomplish
it.
Thank you. Zhuo Qing got up. Then, I will leave first, you have to take care of
your own health. She was very thankful to Qing Feng, but this sensitive moment,
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the longer that she was staying within the Imperial palace, it would affected Qing
Feng even more.
Qing Feng also got up immediately, encircled Zhuo Qings shoulder and embraced
her tightly, but it was only for a short brief moment, Qing Feng let go off her hand
rationally: You take care of yourself also.
The two people looked at each other mutually and laughed, without any more word.
Opening the door, she only saw Fu Ling who was running all the way from the
outside courtyard. Standing in front of them, Fu Ling lowly gasped and urgently
said: Mistress, the Emperor is coming to Qing Fengs palace hall.
He rarely came to Qing Fengs palace hall lately, could it be because of elder sister
who came today?!
Zhuo Qing and Qing Feng looked one glance at each other, both of them had the
same guesses in each others eyes, Qing Fengs narrowed her eyes slightly and said
to Fu Ling: Fu Ling, send her to leave from the side door, hurry!
Yes.
Zhuo Qing did not exchange any conventional greeting anymore, and only waved
her hand to Qing Feng, and followed Fu Ling to run and leave all the way from the
side door.
The Emperor has arrived!
The resounding sound of the palace eunuch echoed from the courtyards door, not
only Qing Feng did not welcome him, she also returned to the inside room
immediately, and closed the door.
If Yan Hong Tian came because of elder sister, letting him think that elder sister was
still in Qing Fengs palace hall, it could give her enough time to get out of the
Imperial palace.
Soon, the entrance was pushed open rudely by Yan Hong Tian, Qing Feng got up
from the bed slowly at this time, pushed away the curtain and came out, slightly
bowed to salute, she said with a normal tone: Chenqie (I, when a concubine or
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Empress addresses herself to the emperor) suddenly did not feel comfortable a
moment ago, so rested for a moment, thus did not know that the Emperor had arrived
and could not welcome. Chenqie asks to be punished by the Emperor!
Yan Hong Tians eagle eyes swept past the bedroom that was not big, apart from
Qing Fengs tranquil face, there was no shadow of another person.
The thousand of dense vegetation was entirely silent during the night, the moonlight
casted down the shadow of the mottled of lotuses that were swaying gently. Looking
through the slightly yellow paper window outside, the inside room had several
twilight yellow candle lights that were not bright at all. One could not see clearly
what kind of person was inside after all, and could only see a few shadows. The inner
room did not have any bustling and rustling noises either, as if there appeared to
have whispering sounds that discussed some conversations.
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Prime Ministers Study Room
The traitors provided seven sealed letters, there were five with Lao yes seals and
two with Masters seals on them. The contents were mostly a scheme to use the
traitors to recruit soldiers and buy horses (to raise a large army).
Even though the sunshine at noon was warm, the atmosphere inside of the study
room seemed to be gloomy and cold, the female with cold eyes, was sitting on the
masters seat. Mo Bai had not spoken too many words, the womans complexion
changed somewhat gloomier and colder.
Besides the seals, were the notes inspected or not?
Mo Bai answered with a heavy tone: They had already inspected them, they were
not Lao Ye and Masters handwritings, but the Ministry of Appointments
government official, Li Hong Min and the Imperial historian and senior official,
Yang Ze Xi who acted as the ceremony official, insisted due to plotting a rebellion
to harm the country, a crime of harming the Imperial court, they could not have any
trace of indulgent and negligent, so they advocated to take Master to be imprisoned
immediately.
Zhuo Qing deeply breathed, and picked up the green tea that was on the table, lightly
pursed her lips, and covered up her angry mind, Zhuo Qing looked towards Jing Sa,
and continued to ask: Does the Ministry of Justice have any information?
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Dan Daren had already interrogated the criminals firmly, but the two people stuck
to their statements, the emissary master was Master.
Kuang dang! (Sound of something being thrown down). The teacup was thrown
down severely from above, Zhuo Qing who was grasping the teacup on her hand
was annoyed and slightly trembling. As a result, the matter appeared to oppose
against her, Zhuo Qing waved her hand agitatedly, and said: You all withdraw first,
ok, I want to calm down a bit on my own.
Yes. Mo Bai and Jing Sa silently retreated out.
Inside the quite study room, the tea was dripping from the low table to the ground,
Zhuo Qing lightly kneaded her temple, her exhausted face was extremely haggard.
Bai Yi walked past the front of the study room, he had not gone inside for a very
long time, he was still considering whether or not this time was Zhuo Qings most
helpless and weakest time. Nevertheless, Zhuo Qings tired and low voice echoed
from the inside of the study room: Bai Yi, accompany to sit with me, ok.
Bai Yi oh and entered the study room, and sat down on the chair next to Zhuo
Qing, but he did not say any urgent word.
A few moments later, Zhuo Qing who was silent from the beginning to end, slightly
closed her eyes, it seemed like she was thinking to herself, seemed like she had
another sort of idea and then said: The human nature is greedy and shameless, I
have thought it countless of times and flaunted myself as a noble, virtuous and
righteous, but during this moment, I am somewhat perplexed whether the principle
is important or my heart is actually more important? If I choose to execute a trick
action for my own selfish reason, what is the difference between me and them?
What was the meaning of her words? Did it show that she was swaying?! Bai Yi felt
somewhat fishy, but he could not say anything either. Hesitating for a while, he only
followed along her words and said: Ling-er jiejie (jiejie is elder sister), the Imperial
court is always a dangerous place, sometimes, you do not want to harm other people,
but it does not mean that other people will not wish to harm you. More often, no one
will care about other peoples lives or death, in order to benefit themselves, this is
just the Imperial court, Prime Minister Lous livelihood. It was also his livelihood,
but he could not say this last sentence to her.
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Zhuo Qing suddenly opened her eyes, watching attentively at Bai Yi, and with a cold
voice, she said: Do you really believe it like this?
Facing the quick witted pair of eyes like this that seemed able to see through peoples
feelings, Bai Yis heart unexpectedly jumped eagerly and anxiously. Restraining his
mind secretly, Bai Yi answered as always: En, you seem to want to help him
sincerely, you will have to sacrifice someones life, ok.
Looking at him calmly, for a very long time, Zhuo Qing withdrew her line of sight,
after several sniffing and sighings, she said: Maybe, you are correct!
Once she left her line of sight, Bai Yi could only relax secretly, what was wrong
with him, it was only one females line of sight, but a moment ago, he was
unexpectedly flustered
I went to see Xi Yan today, it was very dusty inside of the prison cell, and made
him unable to breathe, thus, his old illness already relapsed, they still made him sleep
on the rice straws! I can not make Xi Yan to continue staying in that kind of place!
Zhuo Qing stroke in between her forehead lightly, she sighed and said with a tired
and perplexed voice: The Ministry of Justices investigation is at a standstill at the
moment, many of the officials in the Imperial court are also not willing to forgive, I
do not know what I should do that is good for everybody either.
I wanted you not knowing what to do, and to have anxious heart as if it was burnt!
Zhuo Qings kind of reaction, made Bai Yi somewhat absent-minded and his mind
was shaken momentarily. Hiding a smile in his heart, but his face did not show
anything, he even loosened his reigns (in order to grabbed the moment later) and
said comfortingly: I hear that Dan Yu Lan is an expert in solving a case in Qiong
Yue, this case needs some time, the truth will come to light in the end.
Pausing for a moment, Bai Yi looked one glance deliberately at Zhuo Qing, he
sighed concernedly and said: But Prime Minister Lous health is not well, I
am afraid that he can not wait very long.
Sure enough, his speaking words had just left, Zhuo Qings heart that was already
anxious incessantly became more tense, she urgently said: This is exactly the cause
of my worry! Bai Yi, tell me what I should do?!
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The fish took the bait! Bai Yi pretended to ponder over for a moment, then answered:
You want to use the quickest way to save Prime Minister Lou, you must shift the
attentions of those cabinet ministers. Take hold of the fire to implicate Su Ling,
Prime Minister Lou is only a victim and should be able to come out quickly.
Zhuo Qing clearly did not approve it too much: Su Ling and Xi Yan are the officials
responsible for the military and civil governments, even though their usual contacts
are not too often, but they are both acting as the Imperial government officials. Each
plans for his own political scheme, he is unlikely to frame Xi Yan either, this reason
is somewhat far-fetched, this will also not sufficient to shift the attentions of those
cabinet ministers.
Bai Yi raised his eyebrows secretly, this woman really had some brains, otherwise
he would not think it was worth continue playing with her! Raising a trace of simple
smile on his face, Bai Yi smiled and said: Ling-er jiejie, you know that as a General,
what is the easiest thing that could make him unable to dispute an accusation?
What is it? Zhuo Qing asked.
Having a secret tie with the enemy country. With this accusation, he is able to frame
Prime Minister Lou! Bai Yi used as much quiet and natural voice as possible when
he spoke, he was making Zhuo Qing to loose her alertness for his most advantageous
weapon.
This is out of the question. Zhuo Qing actually shook her head firmly. The
accusation of having a secret tie with the enemy country, that can indeed cause the
death of Su Ling, moreover, I can not forge any evidence that he is having a secret
tie with the enemy country either!
As if he was already anticipating that she would say like this earlier, Bai Yi explained
and said: Ling-er jiejie can be at ease, we do not want to get General Su Ling to fall
into death at all, everything is only a stop-gap measurement, the so-called having a
secret ties with the enemy country only requires to forge several secret relationship
letters between Su Ling and the other country, that can be done. As far as an
evidence, I can find a method!
Zhuo Qing chased after and asked: What do you want to do?
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I can make several forged letters, you think of a way to take a hold of General Sus
seal and stamp it on the letters. I will stamp the other seal on the other part of the
letters, even though it is not as convincing as to the Imperial fathers seal, but we do
not want to put General Su to death anyway, my seal should already be enough.
The important thing was on how to get Su Lings seal, he was talking so much to
coerce Qing Ling to do this thing, that was because she could use her younger sister
to take the seal, nothing more!
Zhuo Qing lowered her eyebrows to think deeply, but still shook her head in the end:
I think this way is not proper, on one hand, you are still in Qiong Yue, once I use
and hand over those so-called evidences, you will be in danger. You help me
wholeheartedly, I can not harm you! Secondly, it is absolutely impossible to take
this important stuff like the General manors seal!
The secret letters do not need the Generals seal, it can do with only Su Lings
ordinary and private seal. Bai Yi shrugged his shoulders excitingly, with his simple-
minded appearance, he smiled gently and said: This past few days that I am in
Qiong Yue, thanks to you and Prime Minister Lou who are taking care of me, being
able to help you two, I am also very happy. As far as my concern, you do not need
to worry, after everything is ready, I will just return to Liao Yue, they will not have
any way to apprehend me. Moreover, it is exactly because I am staying at the Prime
Ministers manor, you can explain it even better, that you find these letters from my
traveling bags. Anyway, I will already leave at that time so the dead can not testify.
This I let me think about this, think about this again! Zhuo Qing rubbed
her fingers incessantly to show her contradictory and impatient heart. Looking that
she was going back and forth inside the study room, Bai Yis dark eyes flashed
through a trace of faint complacent and happiness.
She was already flustered, he only needed to add a little more fire once again, he was
still afraid that she would not give in obediently?! Ling-er jiejie, you do not need
to be anxious, if you feel that this method is not good, we can think again slowly,
maybe we can think of another way to help Prime Minister Lou. Prime Minister Lou
is worthy to be helped by the heaven, he can surely stay put!
Bai Yi captured the thing that Zhuo Qing care most in her heart, he really mentioned
Lou Xi Yan, Zhuo Qing who was originally anxious and undecided, rapidly clenched
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her teeth and said: Just do according to what you have said! Then write the letters
now!
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Chapter 110: Quarreling With Gu Yun
Xi Xias Palace Hall
The small garden in front of the palace hall, the flourishing flowers started to wither,
there were only several lovable and colorful yellow chrysanthemums that were still
blooming unexpectedly. There was a woman who was wearing a dark purple dress
and holding a scissor on her hand, she was pruning the branches and leaves carefully,
her soft and smiling expression appeared to be gentle and loving.
The old momos footsteps came in softly and quickly, she saluted behind her (the
purple dress woman) and said; Mistress.
Her intonation was clearly happy, Yang Zhi Lan did not turn her head, while she
was concentrating on sprigging the plants with the scissor, she smiled and said: Is
there any good news?
The old momos face was filled with smiling expression, and she answered; Lou
Xi Yans old illness relapsed yesterday, the Imperial physicians had already gone to
diagnose and treat him, they only said repeatedly that the Imperial physicians were
helpless and unable to do anything about it. So it seems that he will die in prison
before this case is investigated completely.
Mistress surely had foresight, for the past many years, for the purpose of searching
for Lou Xi Yans medicine, she actually gave him a fine medicine, even though the
prescription suppressed his illness but it also contained an addicted drug, it made
him unable to abstain from the drug for the past many years, it could be put to good
use today!
Everything was within her anticipation, Yang Zhi Lan did not look happy, on the
contrary, her eyebrows were slightly knitted, and she asked: What did the Emperor
say? Since young until growing up, Tian-er and Lou Xi Yans affections were deep
and she knew this clearly, she was afraid that with this one illness, he would be
softhearted!
Looking at Yang Zhi Lans worry, the old momo hurriedly answered: Mistress, no
need to worry, Yang and Li Daren are leading the other officials to pressure, and the
Emperor has not let Lou Xi Yan to get out of the prison to treat his illness. The
Emperor only put out an Imperial decree to exchange his prison cell in the prison.
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Good. In all of the Imperial past dynasties, the Imperial household could not
tolerate any crime related to rebelling scheme, Tian-er was not even lenient to his
own younger brother, even more to one subject!! She could still think over many
things! Yang Zhi Lans expression was dark, but her eyes had a trace of unknowing
happiness or sadness, was it injury or sorrow!?
Assign someone to always watch attentively at those two leaders of the traitors, do
not let them talk randomly. If they change sides as they are not able to endure the
heavy punishments, just kill them, we can not be careless on this matter at all. Yang
Zhi Lan caressed the lovable flower with her hand, gently, softly and with affection,
but the words that came out of her mouth was nevertheless, cold and bone-chilling,
with no emotion
Yes. The old momos heart was slightly shivering, and she did not dare to have a
trace of hesitation.
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I have finished writing it, you look at it first, this writing is good or not good? Bai
Yi lightly put out a writing brush and paper, taking out and spreading up the letter
on the table.
Zhuo Qing examined it meticulously, and she could see the two different
handwritings clearly, even though they were using the chinese calligraphic styles.
One style was nevertheless, wild and bold, but it did not lose its steadiness, the other
style was elegant, bold, unrestrained and completely graceful. All of the letters were
written very well, however, one could not see that both letters were written by the
same person.
While looking at the content of the letters, Zhuo Qing asked with a sort of inadvertent
accusation: How many styles of handwriting can you write?
Bai Yi nodded his head, then modestly smiled and said: I am rather fond of
calligraphy, so I can write some.
Slightly raising her head, Zhuo Qing smilingly said: Can you write a womans
handwriting also?
Shaking his head, Bai Yi smilingly said: Not too good, I can write it but it is not
good.
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Let me have the knowledge and experience.
Looking that she had an interested appearance, Bai Yi did not evade any longer,
picking up a piece of paper that was on the side, he wrote a few sentences
subsequently.
The calligraphic style was dense and delicate as a whole, elegant and graceful, one
look and one would know that it was a womans handwriting. Zhuo Qing earnestly
looked at it for a while, then she lowly smiled, sighed and said: Your handwriting
is better than mine.
Zhuo Qing examined the content of the letter carefully, Bai Yi was standing
unhurriedly at the side, to allow her to see. He did not write many ideas of the
rebellion plots at all, for an average person, this letter seemed to explain that Su Ling
and him were very familiar at the most. Moreover, it often discussed about the matter
related to Xi Yans Imperial court, nothing more. But in the eyes of the sovereign
king, those Imperial courts and important ministers, Bai Yi clearly understood what
this meant.
Looking at it for a while, Zhuo Qing did not express any objection at all, picking up
the rough calligraphic style of those letters that had Su Lings name on them, Zhuo
Qing asked with her fingers that were staying on the blank space of the papers:
When I find Su Lings personal seal, can I just put it on here?
Bai Yi nodded his head and smilingly said: En, I will put a few more of my seals,
wait until you manage to get Su Lings seal, I will give all of them to you.
Taking the letters and put them inside her sleeve, Zhuo Qing deeply breathed and
said: Good, the matter should not be delayed, I am going to the Generals manor.
Zhuo Qing turned around to go, her wrist was suddenly tight, turning around again,
Bai Yis worry face was looking at her, and he lowly said: Ling-er jiejie, you must
be careful.
Smiling, Zhuo Qing nodded her head and answered: I will, you can be at ease.
Finished speaking, Zhuo Qings meager figure ran out of the courtyard.
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The dark eyes that were watching attentively with anxiety, saw the figure that was
gradually getting further apart, Bai Yi sat down on the spacious mahogany chair, his
hand was softly tapping the wooden chair handle. Looking one glance around at the
spacious but empty study room, his thin lips were raised unconsciously and gently,
a woman was always acting like an impetuous creature.
The strong and fall figure appeared without making any noise one more time from
the outside study room, after he was certain that nobody was around, the big person
reminded and said in a low voice: Master, can she really able to obtain Su Lings
personal seal? She is going to the Generals manor this time, just in case this plot
falls through and is exposed
A muffled laughter that was somewhat complacent and arrogant, Bai Yi lightly
raised his eyebrows, sneeringly said: She is not a fool, if she has not had any
certainty, she will not act blindly without thinking. Moreover, the stuffs that she is
taking with her, they are only several letters, nothing more, on top of that, the
handwritings are not the one that I usually use normally, it is not my seal either. Even
if the matter falls through and is exposed, there is no relation to me?!
Looking at Bai Yis complacent appearance, the big person hesitated for a while, but
still answered: Master is brilliant.
There were a pair of white jade carving qilins on the table (Chinese unicorns or other
mythical Chinese animal), the white jades were sparkling and bright, the carvings
were extremely refine when one was caressing it, one could only feel a burst of cool
thought that penetrated deeply into ones heart. The objects that were on the table,
were within reached, they must be Lou Xi Yans beloved things, right. Taking one
of the jade qilins and playing with it with his hand, Bai Yi seemed to have a laughter
and said: We just wait to watch a good show, ok.
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Early autumn season, when the sun set in the west, it should be the most beautiful
time, right, the sunshine was not too hot any more. The sunset would finally be able
to bring people some warmth, this warmth would absolutely not burn you. But
unfortunately, even though the sunset is good, but it did not stay too long.
It was already two shichen time (4 hrs), Bai Yis complexion that was always
pleased, slowly changed profoundly, when he was about to ask someone to go and
look over, that trace of fine and beautiful shadow appeared to run towards the
direction to the study room urgently.
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Bai Yi immediately met her up, looking at her complexion that was somewhat pale,
he urgently said: Ling-er jiejie, are you alright?
Zhuo Qing was shaking her head, while she pulled his hand and walked to the inside
of the study room.
Entering the inside room, Zhuo Qing impatiently took out that folded letter from
inside her sleeve, and handed it over to Bai Yi, urgently said: You look at it quickly,
is it alright like this?
Bai Yi unfolded the letter to look at it, there was an impressive red color seal on the
bottom of the blank space, scarlet square, that was exactly Su Lings seal! The corner
of his mouth flashed through a trace of smiling expression, Bai Yi smilingly said:
En! It is exactly this one!
After the happy event, Bai Yis heart raised a trace of suspicion, how did she take a
hold of Su Lings personal seal after all? Covering up his radiant eyes, Bai Yi
pretended to be curious and asked: Ling-er jiejie, how did you take a hold of it?
Slightly gasping for air, Zhuo Qing shook her head, and answered: I
Just barely opening her mouth, two figures who were nagging and quarreling, came
over towards the study room, Bai Yi narrowed his eyes to look. It was the Lou
familys servant who was in the middle of stoping one petite but rude and
unreasonable woman. The womans movement was quick, she had an impatient face,
the person who came was __ Qing Mo?
Bai Yi lightly frowned, but he remained calm and collected, and he slightly retreated
a step, and when Zhuo Qing saw who the person was, she hastily put the letter back
into her sleeve.
Miss Qing, you can not go in a rush like this!
Go away.
The two people were nagging all the way, they reached the front of the study room
quickly, the family servant awkwardly looked at Zhuo Qing one glance, and
answered: Madam, she simply wanted to come in a rush..
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Zhuo Qing naturally knew that they would not hinder her (GY) because of her (GY)
identity as her (ZQ) sister and would not dare to use violence on her (GY), even if
they tried to stop her (GY) from coming in, she would still come in a rush.
Waving her hand, Zhuo Qing lowly said: You withdraw, ok.
Gu Yun entered the door, swept one glance at Bai Yi who was behind Zhuo Qing,
Bai Yi was looking at her innocently, both of them were looking face to face for a
moment. Gu Yun turned to look at Zhuo Qing, with a cold voice, she said: You
follow me out, I have some words that I want to speak to you.
Finished speaking, Gu Yun turned around to go out, who would have thought that
Zhuo Qing actually answered coldly: I am not feeling well, if there is something,
we will discuss it another day, ok.
Gu Yuns feet were rigid, recovering, her serene and hidden black eyes were
watching attentively and tightly at her (ZQ) eyes, approaching step by step, Zhuo
Qing moved her line of sight and did not look at her (GY). Grabbing Zhuo Qings
shoulder, Gu Yun said this sentence: You are lying!
Zhuo Qing was still not looking at her (GY), absolutely did not want to look face to
face with her (GY), since she (ZQ) was still not denying it, Gu Yuns complexion
was uglier, she chased to ask: You came to see me at the Generals manor today, it
was a trap from the beginning, you made me to take you to the study room to find
that so called evidence. Then you said that you had a stomach ache and made me go
to find a physician. After I went away, you completely had an ulterior motive! Was
it right?
You rummaged through all over the study room, what did you want to find? What
do you want to do? Gu Yuns tone was overbearing, Zhuo Qing closed her eyes
painfully, but she did not speak all along. Gu Yun angrily roared and said: Say it!
For a very long time, Zhuo Qing finally opened her eyes, with a cold tone, she
answered: I do not have anything to say, you leave, ok.
She (ZQ) unexpectedly asked her (GY) to leave?! Gu Yun did not dare to believe
and opened her eyes big, firmly grabbed her (ZQ) shoulder, she (GY) scolded:
Whatever matter that we had in the past, did we not resolve it together? I will surely
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help you out, you should sober up a little, all right? Do you even know what you
want to do on your own?
Zhuo Qing did not pay any attention to her painful shoulder, but Gu Yuns cold
expression nevertheless, made her hurt even more, finally, Zhuo Qing met with her
(GY) puzzling eyes, tranquilly but with persistence, she said: I have never felt so
clear before in my life, what I want to do on my own, I will wait the time when you
understand what loving someone is, you will just understand it. Everything that I
wanted to do today, it might be wrong, but it was all worth it!
Loosening up the tight hand that was grasping her shoulder, the two of them were
gazing at each other so neither of them was giving away to the other, Gu Yun secretly
clenched her teeth, lowly asked: Even if you wanted to deceive me, and even
making use of me?! Will you actually not hesitate?
Trembling, not only because of Yuns voice, but also Zhuo Qings heart, her hand
that was clenching into a fist, Zhuo Qing carelessly closed her eyes again.
Fine! Very good!! Gu Yun did not know whether it was anger or disappointment,
she was unexpectedly laughing heartily.
Bai Yis dark eyes slightly narrowed, she was always watching silently at the two
people, it seemed that Qing Ling had not spoken about their plan to her younger
sister at all, but she (QL) rather deceived her (GY)!
Gu Yun suddenly looked towards Bai Yi at this moment, Bai Yi was startled, his
worry and slight alarmed expressions returned to look at her. Gu Yun clearly did not
believe his behavior, pointing her finger at his innocent face, Gu Yun said with a
cold voice: You should be a little careful!
Finished speaking, Gu Yun looked one glance at Zhuo Qing, then turned around to
rush out of the study room.
Looking at Gu Yuns leaving back, Zhuo Qing was staggering, she was somewhat
standing unstably, Bai Yi hurriedly advanced one step to support her. With great
difficulty, her energy came back slowly, she grabbed Bai Yis hand and urgently
said: Hurry! Seize the moment, she will surely go back to tell Su Ling, once he
finds out that his seal has been used by someone else, it will be bad.
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Bai Yi lightly patted her shoulder, comfortingly said: You do not need to be
anxious, I will help you with the seal.
Good.
Finished speaking, Bai Yi immediately took out the seal from his waist, he put his
own seal on the other part of the letter.
Taking the letter that was given by Bai Yi, Zhuo Qing carefully examined whether
or not there was a clear seal impression on the back, then she said lowly: Thank
you.
Bai Yi shook his head and smilingly said: Ling-er jiejie, you do not need to be so
courteous, I am very happy that I can help Prime Minister Lou to come out earlier.
But the Ministry of Justice and Generals manor are hearing this case, if this is
handed over to the Ministry of Justice, I am afraid that there will be a disturbance
once again! It will be better if you directly enter the Imperial palace! If this thing
was handed over directly to Yan Hong Tian then it would be more interesting, was
it not so?!
Zhuo Qing nodded her head, and answered: It is also good! Then, you leave quickly,
ok, I will go.
Bai Yi cleverly smiled and said: En, you do not need to worry about me. On the
contrary, you should be careful on the road.
I will. Finished speaking, Zhuo Qing took the two letters and folded them properly,
put them inside her sleeve, then she advanced to the door and went out.
Half leaning against the door frame, and still waving his hand, Bai Yi called out
reluctantly: Ling-er jiejie, we will surely meet again some day. If they still had an
opportunity to meet again!
Walking to the door of the courtyard, Zhuo Qing stopped her footsteps, and turned
around to give him a bright and soft smiling expression, then she answered: I am
sure that we will meet again some day.
Bai Yi looked distracted, because of that trace of excessive bright and soft smiling
expression, he was not sure what feeling that he had, he unexpectedly had this kind
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of uneasy misperception The big person appeared quietly from behind him, and
lowly asked: Master? Qing Ling entered the Imperial palace now, they must leave
immediately now!
Bai Yi covered up to ignore the restless feeling that raised in his heart, he waved his
hand, and said: Just leave now, ok.
Are we returning to Liao Yue?
Bai Yi lightly shook his forefinger, his excited face was smiling and he said: We
can actually find and stay at a secluded place in the capital city, I still have not seen
the good show, how am I willing to leave?
Yes. This moment actually should not be too dangerous, but the big person could
only wrinkle his eyebrows in the end, and did not dare to say anything.
Seventh Prince appeared to be a good Master, but one would know by looking at
what trick that he was using, by all meant, one could not disobey him
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Chapter 111: The Ultimate Winner
During the lighting of the lamps period, the young personal palace eunuch of the
Emperor came over to ask her to go to the Imperial study room. She did not know
why her eyelids were jumping tremendously and ineffably, Yang Zhi Lan walked all
the way and looked the same graceful and calm as before, but her heart was anxious
and restless.
Looking from a distant, there were already lights in the inside and outside of the
Imperial study, the door to the palace hall was open, it could be seen faintly that
there were not many people who were standing inside.
Secretly breathing deeply, Yang Zhi Lan slightly lifted her head, her face as always
had a soft and light smile, entering the inside of the palace hall, she smiled and asked
to the person who was sitting on the dragon throne: Why has the Emperor asked
Aijia to come urgently, what is the matter ah?
Imperial mother, please have a seat. Yan Hong Tian slightly lifted his hand, the
palace eunuch who was inside immediately came with a big chair, and put it next to
the right side of the dragon throne.
Yang Zhi Lan just barely sat down, Yan Hong Tian was somewhat pondering and
somewhat looking closely at her, he then said with a smile but yet not a smile on his
face: Zhen asks Imperial mother to come today is because of an interesting matter
related to Prime Minister Lous case. Madam Lou has said that there is an important
stuff that she wants to present to Zhen to look over, it is said that this stuff has
something to do with the Imperial mother?
Oh?! Yang Zhi Lans mind was alarmed, but her face showed an amazing
displayed of expression, facing to look at the middle of the main hall, she only saw
Su Ling, Dan Yu Lan, Lou Xi Yan, Lou Mu Hai were unexpectedly all present. And
standing at the furthest front was that person whom she almost drowned, Qing Ling!
Smiling towards Qing Ling, Yang Zhi Lans face was curious and she said smilingly:
Please say it, Aijia is somewhat curious also. What object is Madam Lou having on
her hand, please present it for Aijia to see.
Qing Ling advanced one step, taking out the stuff that was hidden inside her sleeve
slowly, not too urgent or slow, she answered neither servile nor overbearing: Liao
Yues Seventh Prince, Bai Yi is staying at the Prime Ministers manor because of
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the Emperors special order, as everyone knows about this. I unexpectedly found
some letters inside Bai Yis room today, the letter actually mentioned about some
matters related to Qiong Yues Imperial court frequently. Qing Ling as a woman,
does not understand about the politics of these Imperial courts relationships, so I
especially ask the Emperor and Empress Dowager to look over and make a
decision.
Su Lings black eyes flashed through slightly, Dan Yu Lan was unable to help
laughing and shaking his head, Lou Xi Yan lightly smiled but did not speak, and
Lou Mu Hai was slightly confused.
Some people were cursing inside their hearts, if she said that she did not understand
the situation of the Imperial courts relationships, so this was to provoke and beat
somebody at ones own game, and who came up with the idea to create a diversion?!
Yan Hong Tian secretly swept one glance at Yang Zhi Lan, even though her face did
not appear to have a different color, but her hand was already slightly trembling
involuntarily. Yan Hong Tians expression was dark, and he said with a cold voice:
Present it up.
The palace eunuch took several letters and presented them to Yan Hong Tians hand,
Yan Hong Tian only lifted his eyes, his complexion immediately became dark. Using
his hand to throw away the letters that were on his hand to the side, and he faced
Yang Zhi Lan who still did not understand why. Yan Hong Tian lowly roared and
said: Gao Jin, go to the Prime Ministers manor to announce Liao Yues Seventh
Prince to enter the Imperial palace.
Yes. Gao Jin did not dare to hesitate, and immediately ran out of the Imperial study
room.
Yan Hong Tians complexion suddenly changed, Yang Zhi Lan was confused,
afterwards, she picked up the rough letters to read them. Yang Zhi Lan swiftly
opened her eyes big, and glared at Zhuo Qings tranquil face who was in the middle
of the palace hall. She kept mumbling repeatedly with a trembling voice: This
this is impossible?!
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Putting on a big bamboo hat, the strong man lowered his head to concentrate on
driving the chariot, two skinny and shriveled dark horses were mounting and
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running. The low key grayish blue chariot was traveling within the capital city,
nobody was looking one glance too much towards it.
Inside the chariot, Bai Yi was half leaning against the window frame, between the
thin bamboo curtain, he slightly narrowed his eyes to gaze at the recently parted
curtain of the night that revealed the beauty of the full moon. Thinking of Zhuo Qing
who was taking those letters to the Imperial palace and had to meet with Yan Hong
Tian, his mood was not relax and feeling well. Who could have thought that coming
to Qiong Yue this time, he would have this unexpected gain, it was really a
satisfaction for everyone!
His hand was striking the window frame joyfully, detecting the stuff that was hidden
away inside his sleeve, Bai Yi took it out to see. It was a womans calligraphic style
that he wrote in the afternoon when Zhuo Qing asked him to. Even though there
were only several words, but he could not make it stay at the Prime Ministers manor.
Just when Bai Yi wanted to shred the paper, the reflection of the full moon came in
and the moonlight was illuminating the folded white paper, Bai Yi suddenly felt
fishy. Opening up this paper to look at it, Bai Yis original face that was still smiling,
became cold instantaneously. His eyes bursted forth and produced that fierce and
ruthless shady cold ray.
Fu Yu. His cold tone and angers low roar made the big person stared blankly, and
he promptly answered: I am here.
Immediately return to Liao Yue! That several words bursted forth and came out
of the gap between his teeth, showing that person who was inside the chariot was in
a rage. Masters mood was still very good a moment ago, how was it that it was not
even half a shichen (1 hr), he would be angry like this?!
Even though the big person was very curious, he didnt dare to ask anything, and
could only answer with a low voice: Yes.
Keeping his anger completely with his black eyes that were staring rigidly at the
empty paper that did not have any word, his hand was slowly tightened, the veins on
his wrist was suddenly raised up, until the hand that was holding the white paper was
merging together. Bai Yi ferociously tossed it to the other corner of the chariot.
Very good, Qing Ling!!
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Unexpectedly, she dared to scheme him!!
Nobody could make a fool out of him like this!
Next time, if they still had any opportunity to meet, he must make her life worst than
dying!
Because of his extreme anger and the red trace of his eyes, he looked fierce and
ruthless on his young face, fully unwilling to accumulate his anger, nobody would
have any doubt, what he was saying, if there was a next time.
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Inside the Imperial study room, the Emperors complexion was cloudy and unsettled,
the Empress Dowagers eyes were amazed, the atmosphere was somewhat
oppressive and strange.
Using her hand to firmly throw away the stuffs that were on her hand, on the table,
Yang Zhi Lan was glaring at Zhuo Qing, she answered with a stern voice: Aijia has
absolutely not seen these stuffs before, and I have no relationship with Liao Yue
either. Moreover, the handwriting on the letters are not coming from Aijias hand,
these stuffs are absolutely forged to frame Aijia!
Reciprocating Yang Zhi Lans emotional movement, Zhuo Qings complexion was
as before, and she asked: The Empress Dowagers meaning is that the handwriting
is not yours, and can only prove that these stuffs are forged?
Yang Zhi Lan could not help but to roar lowly: Certainly! She also did not know
why this kind of thing could appear, the seal impression that was on the letter was
exactly her personal seal, but her seal impression was always kept at the Xi Xia
palace hall. How could she get a hold of it, furthermore, Seventh Princes seal
impression, how did she get a hold of it also?!
Zhuo Qing slowly nodded her head, she was actually looking towards Yan Hong
Tian this time, and asked with a cold voice: Then, why is it that this reason can not
be used for Xi Yans case?! The letters that the traitors have put forward are really
not the Lous father and sons handwritings. According to the meaning of the
Empress Dowager, those stuffs must be forged, some fake evidences, why are those
sufficient to send a Prime Minister of a country to jail? Moreover, is the member of
the Imperial family different than the average official within the court?
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Yan Hong Tians complexion became more and more cold because of Zhuo Qings
aggressiveness, Yang Zhi Lans mind got panicky, she reprimanded with a stern
voice: Presumptuous, Lou Xi Yans crime is to plot a rebellion to seize the throne,
one naturally can not overlook it!
She could be certain now that this woman absolutely forged these so called letters to
communicate with the enemy, she unexpectedly had this ability? Was Lou Xi Yan
helping in the dark, or Su Ling. Dan Yu Lan was also standing by their side, with a
slightly lowered head and not looking up, with an innocent face on the womans
face after close examination. Yang Zhi Lan regretted it now, why did she not drown
at that time!
Zhuo Qing slowly nodded her head, pretended to be ignorance, she asked with a
clear voice: So it is actually like that, the Empress Dowagers meaning is that
plotting for a rebellion is a serious crime, but communicating with the enemys
country is not?
You! Pointing her finger at Zhuo Qing and trembling in anger, Yang Zhi Lan was
unexpectedly at a loss for words for a period of time, and she did not know how to
respond.
Zhuo Qing changed the discussion, and looked towards Yan Hong Tian again, she
asked: Emperor, Qing Ling only wants to know now, these evidences are valid or
not valid in the end?
With his cold eagle eyes that were looking at her, Yan Hong Tian with a firmly cold
and dangerous tone, answered: So what if they are valid or not valid?
This mans expression looked like a needle, just looking face to face with him like
this, one needed and required to use all of ones strength. Especially his only words
could decide one persons life or death, that kind of fear that made people only dared
to crawl under his feet.
Zhuo Qing was secretly apprehensive, every time she was looking face to face with
him, she would recall that night when he almost choke her to death. That nearly
dying feeling, when she often thought of it, it would make her throat burning hot.
Difficulty breathing and secretly harmonizing her breathing for quite a while, only
then could Zhuo Qing answer with a loud voice: It can be proven if they are valid,
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the Empress Dowager may have a secret tie with the enemy country, the Son of
Heaven (Emperor) breaks the law, there must be a lot of people who are guilty. The
Empress Dowager should go to jail even more, and accept the punishment during
the investigation. If they are not valid, it seems that the Emperor is negligible if you
are showing these evidences like this, lacking truthfulness, Xi Yan can go to jail with
these kind of evidences. Even though they can not release the innocent of the crime,
but he should be able to return home to recover and cooperate with the investigation.
And it is not because of those groundless evidences to imprison him in the prison!
She would absolutely not cower because she, herself understood for what reason that
she fought the battle.
Yan Hong Tian secretly raised his eyebrows, the Qing familys women were all the
same types? She was unexpectedly not afraid of him? Just liked that one woman
inside the harem who dared to roar at him. Covering up the interest within his eyes,
when he raised his head again, those pair of cold eyes changed direction to look
towards Yang Zhi Lan who was anxious and frightened at the side.
Yan Hong Tian asked with a cold voice: How does the Imperial mother see it?
Yang Zhi Lan wanted to defend herself, but after thinking deeply for a while, she
still closed her mouth, finally, she only answered in a low voice: The Emperor will
make a decision for everything!
Looking towards the man who kept silent all along and whose lips were
unexpectedly holding a shallow smile, Yan Hong Tian asked with a very bad mood:
What wise opinion does Prime Minister Lou have?
Lightly shaking his head, Lou Xi Yan was calmed and collected just liked before:
The Emperor will make a decision for everything. He was still a criminal, was he
not?
Secretly staring one glance at Lou Xi Yan, Yan Hong Tian turned to look towards
Dan Yu Lan and asked: Official Dan, you have also investigated the gold case for
a good few days, what have you discovered?
Dan Yu Lan secretly grumbled, was this matter not Su Ling who was the leader to
investigate this, he only provided assistance?! Why did the Emperor not ask General
Su?! Slightly leaning his head, Dan Yu Lan looked towards the side of Su Ling, who
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would have thought that Su Ling unexpectedly leaned his body ruthlessly and
arrogantly, and pretended not to see his line of sight. Dan Yu Lan could not find any
methods, could only resigned to his fate and stepped forward one step, and he
answered: Reporting back to the Emperor, besides several letters that the leader of
the traitors provided, there was no other evidences that were given for the Prime
Ministers father and son. And within the seven sealed letters, one sealed letter was
dated two years ago, and it was the official seal of the old Lous general that he is
using now, but the official seals of the various generals were changed once about
one year ago. The letter from two years ago was unexpectedly using the seal that
was changed one year ago, this doubtful point was very big. Secondly, one of the
leader of the traitors, Yu Xiang, was from the town of Wu Xian (county), from 24
years old to 30 years old, was already an Imperial bodyguard for the residence of the
high official with the Ministry of Appointment, Li Hong Min. After he departed, he
unknowingly left some tracks, during the interrogation, Yu Xiang did not admit that
he was a general from the Li Darens family in the past, and his words were
flickering and really suspicious.
Dan Yu Lans speaking voice just left, Yang Zhi Lans complexion already changed
again, at this time, Gao Jin who left to go to the Prime Minister s manor, came back.
Standing in the middle of the palace hall, Gao Jin answered realistically: Reporting
back to the Emperor, Seventh Prince departed the Prime Ministers manor
immediately after Madam Lou entered the Imperial palace, there is no trace of him
now.
What a coincidence? Yan Hong Tian was speaking while looking towards Zhuo
Qing, Zhuo Qing put an innocent face towards him. Yan Hong Tian looked towards
Yang Zhi Lan again, Yang Zhi Lan lightly coughed and answered: Emperor, this is
surely Liao Yues plan to drive a wedge between us, Bai Yi has certainly anticipated
this earlier, he will observe and escape when the opportunity is there. Those so called
letters should not be trusted!!
Having a secret tie with the enemy country, she could not take this criminal charge
upon herself, moreover, the Yangs family could not take it upon themselves!!
Slowly nodding his head, Yan Hong Tian said with a clear voice: Since the Empress
Dowager also believes that these letters should not be trusted, then the so called Lou
clan father and sons rebellion plot, can not be brought up either. This very day, Zhen
will grant that the Lou clans father and son be released from prison and return to
the family, and restore their official posts.
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Thank you, the Emperor. Zhuo Qing secretly relaxed her breathing, and walked to
the side of Lou Xi Yan. Tightly holding his hand, Lou Xi Yan would return to hold
her hand, he smiled gently and softly. Lou Mu Hai who was always the spectator in
the main hall, appeared to somewhat understand, but he also appeared not to
underhand it clearly, but this was good, as they could finally go out.
Yan Hong Tian suddenly had another deep thought and looked one glance at Yang
Zhi Lan, he pretended to ask distressingly: Oh right, in light of the Imperial
mothers consideration, the other Daren should not have any objection, right?!
Yang Zhi Lan was shaking all over, secretly clenching her teeth, she could finally
smiled and answered: The cabinet ministers will admire the Emperors brilliant.
Did she not know that her own smile was so fake? Raising his head ineffably in his
mind, Yan Hong Tian suddenly was slapping the table, he lowly roared with a deep
voice towards Dan Yu Lan: The case has not been concluded yet, Official Dan still
needs to continue to investigate thoroughly. This stealing of the state treasury, setting
up the loyal and good officials by the rebels and traitors, Zhen will punish them
severely!
Yan Hong Tians sudden anger was somewhat subtle and ineffable, but the officials
were already used to this a long time ago, Dan Yu Lan cupped his hands as always:
Yes.
Withdraw, ok. Waving the sleeve of his garment, Yan Hong Tian did not look
towards them any more.
With their fingers sticking closely, the two people were stepping on the night scene,
walking to the bluestone trails to reach the Imperial palace gate quietly. The night
wind was brushing their hairs and tangling them. Holding firmly, that pair of always
cool and slender hand, Zhuo Qing nevertheless thought that her heart was full and
warm at this moment.
Xi Yan! So actually, calling out someones name softly, he could response to you
immediately, this was unexpectedly a type of happiness.
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Lightly caressing the back of her hand that was warm, soft and exquisite with his
forefinger, Lou Xi Yan slightly smiled, he answered with a soft voice: Qing-er, we
return home, ok.
En. Returning home!
The moonlight used their figures to drag the long and hazy gaps, the shadows
appeared to fold together, it was not clear whether it was one person or two people.
Looking from a distant, they appeared to lead along each others hand like this,
walking all along, until the end of their lives.
Lou Mu Hai looked at the two people who were interlocking their hands at a distant
place, his heart could not help to be trembling slightly, was this just what Xi Yan
was saying to be in love with one person for all this life?! Maybe he was right,
ok. That girl was barely enough to be qualified, ok.
Looking at that couple who seemed to only have eyes for each others sweetheart,
his mind was trembling, not only Lou Mu Hai. Su Lings heart also raised an
indescribable jittery, because his mind flashed through a beautiful shadow now who
liked to exchange blows with him.
At the outside Imperial place gate, there were four parked chariots, looking that they
were coming out, a trace of a petite but strong and healthy figure was coming out of
the side of the chariot. Walking to the front of Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo Qing, and
looking that they were holding hands with happy and smiling expressions, Gu Yun
relaxed her breath, and she smilingly said: You finally came out, the performance
that I put with a lot of energy was not in vain either.
Lou Xi Yan nodded his head slightly towards her, smilingly said: Many thanks to
Miss Qing, wrong, I should call younger sister in law.
This word younger sister in law made Gu Yun and Zhuo Qing to roll their eyes, they
were not sisters, ok?! In addition, if they would regard their ages, Gu Yun was still
a few months older than Zhuo Qing Gu Yun waved her hand, mockingly said:
No need to express thanks, this was the first time that I put on a play, I also hoped
to be the last time. Being able to see when other people were lying and being able
to lie on her own were two different things?! She thought that her own acting was
simply clumsy!!
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Casted a side long glance at her, Zhuo Qing lowly scolded and said: I also hope that
it was the last time that my shoulder was pinched and broken into pieces by you!
The energy of this womans hand was stronger than a man!! She was in tears at that
time!
Shrugging her shoulders, Gu Yun answered: It was called a good performance!

She was actually nervous as she was rarely telling a lie, if it was not for Qing, she
would not put on this labor calmly!
Recalling Bai Yis pair of hidden and shady eyes that were sincere behind them, Gu
Yun asked somewhat anxiously: Are you sure that boy will return to Liao Yue?
Leaving and hiding at some places in the capital city, what matter could come out.
Zhuo Qings clear eyes raised slightly, she lightly smiled and said: If he is not
stupid, he should already know that he was being fooled. Bai Yi was a cautious and
timid person like that, he was sure to find out that paper that he wrote with some
words, were already taken away. She only wanted him to know how he felt being
fooled on his own, if he was not in Liao Yue, with regards to them, they would not
feel relieved either.
That is good. Qing was speaking like this, she was sure to anticipate it somewhat.
Zhuo Qing looked one glance at Su Ling who was behind Gu Yun, she asked in a
low voice: Are you returning to the Prime Ministers manor with me or After
all, Yun and Su Ling seemed to quarrel seriously before, if Yun did not want to
return to the Generals manor, she could actually stay with her. She was afraid
She is the General manors person! Sure enough, Zhuo Qings words had not
finished yet, Su Lings cruel and untamed eyes were glaring at her angrily, even
though the moon was out during the night, Zhuo Qing could feel and suffer a deep
chilliness, and his cold, firm and stubborns voice also declared Gu Yuns position.
After Gu Yun looked distracted, she turned around to hop into the Prime Minister
manors chariot that was behind Zhuo Qing, then she said this sentence out: Crazy
person. (See below).
Even though he did not know the meaning of the sentence, but he could absolutely
know that was not a good sentence! Su Lings complexion was dark, and
unexpectedly he also jumped to follow her into the chariot. Soon afterwards, there
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were punching and kicking sounds from the inside of the chariot, there were some
kicking sounds in the chariot that was not big Zhuo Qing swallowed a mouthful
of saliva, she said to Lou Xi Yan who was behind her: How about if we walk
home, ok.
Lou Xi Yan raised his eyebrows lightly, looking at that chariots canopy that was
kicked out, somewhat anxious, he asked: Is Miss Qing really alright? But General
Su did not usually understand to have any tender or protective feelings towards
women..
This Hesitating for a moment, Zhuo Qing forced a smile and said: She
should be alright, right
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Imperial Study
A group of people went out of the Imperial study, Yan Hong Tian waved his hand,
and all of the palace maids and palace eunuchs withdrew out, the big palace hall
looked even emptier, quieter and colder.
Yan Hong Tian with a gloomy face sat at that place indifferently and did speak
anything either. Yang Zhi Lan was somewhat at a loss, her heart was hanging in the
air, not knowing what he wanted to speak to her or just wanted to simply sit for a
moment. This one son, she was always unable to figure out what he was thinking?
About a quarter of hour later, Yan Hong Tian still had not spoken yet, nevertheless,
his face were more and more gloomy, yang Zhi Lan was somewhat unable to endure
and slowly getting up, she sighed slowly and said: Having this matter out today, the
Emperor is sure to look wounded and angry, it is better to rest a bit earlier, ok, Aijia
is also somewhat tired.
Yang Zhi Lan walked to the middle of the palace hall, Yan Hong Tians cold voice
suddenly came through from behind her: What the Imperial mother wants to talk to
Zhen is only this sentence?! The Imperial mother has not explained anything about
todays matter?
Feeling sluggish in her feet, Yang Zhi Lan turned her body around, and she answered
perfunctorily: This is the evil scheme from Liao Yue to set the Prime Minister up
first, then frame Aijia. It is very repulsive, what more does Aijia need to say?!
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Is it? Zhen can not believe it like that! Yan Hong Tian suddenly got up to approach
her step by step, his muffled voice, apart from his regular icily arrogant manner, it
was somewhat puzzling even more: Does the Imperial mother want to take revenge
on Prime Minister Lou or take revenge on me with this kind of matter?!
With her hands that were trembling, Yang Zhi Lan hurriedly put her hands on her
back, secretly harmonizing her breathing for a while, she could only looked her sons
eyes to answer: Aijia does not understand the Emperors meaning.
Did not understand?! Yan Hong Tian sneered, she already did the deed, but was still
afraid to admit it?!
Yan Hong Tian was looking at this woman who could only deceive him, sneeringly
said: Strictly speaking, towards the Imperial court and towards Zhen, the Lous
family is like having necessary arms. When you did these matters, did you ever think
for the state of the country, did you ever think of Zhen? You are Zhens birth mother,
for the past many years, Zhen let you do whatever you wanted, and turned a blind
eye, but it seemed that it was Zhens mistake. If it was not for you who connived at
and ganged up with Wu di (younger brother) during that time, how could he decide
to plot a rebellion and seize the throne later on?!
Yan Hong Tian did not mention Wu-er which was good, once he mentioned him,
Yang Zhi Lan looked like an insane person, that was her eternal pain in her heart, it
had been tormenting her incessantly for the past many years! No longer taking into
consideration the so called status, and pointing her finger at Yan Hong Tian, Yang
Zhi Lan shouted: Are you criticizing me that I can not educate my children? It is
true that I really can not teach my sons, otherwise I will not produce another
henchman who is a cruel, vicious, and blood thirstys bastard from birth!!
Vicious and blood thirstys bastard?! His head just liked it was being punched by
a person, the buzz was echoing, his heart was tightened just liked a ruthless hand
that was tormenting it, apart from the pain, he did not have any other feeling. Yan
Hong Tian suddenly laughed heartily before the woman whose finger was pointed
at him and cursed him as a bastard, that was exactly his birth mother!! This one
conniving younger brother tried to seize the throne and fond of this woman who was
unexpectedly his birth mother!!
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Good! Good!! Yan Hong Tian walked staggeringly to the side of the table, supported
himself on the cold table, the next words that he spoke out was as hard and ruthless
as the bluestone table: Since Zhens birth mother is assessing Zhen like this, Zhen
will really do something that I can do! Those officials who have added fuel to the
fire and taken the side of the evil doers, and because they have framed the loyal and
good officials, so they will be put to death!
She seriously believed that he did not know that she fostered a secret alliance in the
Imperial court, Yangs clan occupied one quarter of the seats in the Imperial court.
In order to make up for her pain and mourning of losing a son, he already tolerated
her so much, but this still came about in the end, precisely because of her bastard
sentence?!
Yan Hong Tians red eyes, and frantic shouting finally made Yang Zhi Lan return
to rational, she already did not have Wu-er, if she did not have the Yangs family,
what did she still have?!
You can not do this Her words just came out, but Yang Zhi Lan discovered
that her own words were quite funny, what could he not do, as he could kill his own
younger brother, what could he still not do!
Falling to kneel on the ground exhaustingly, Yang Zhi Lan tiredly said: This whole
thing was Aijias own plan, it did not have any relation to the other people. If you
let the Yang clans people go, you can do whatever you want to do, ok! Even if he
wanted her to die, she would not care, she simply did not want all of the Yangs
family to be sinners.
Yan Hong Tian looked coldly at the woman who was kneeling on the ground, several
strains of white hair were already on her temples, her beautiful face was eroded by
the years in the end, leaving behind a trace of aging. Her empty eyes seemed to be
soulless, how could he still fight with this kind of her?!
Turning his back around so he did not look at that sad face that made him angry
unknowingly, Yan Hong Tian sighed lowly and said: The Imperial mother always
likes Buddhism, it will be better to stay (the actual words are to keep watch beside
the coffins) at the Imperial cemetery in Mount Qingcheng, to seek peace of mind
and longevity, ok.
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Yang Zhi Lan was somewhat stupefied so she lifted her head, watching attentively
at that tall, straight and indifferents back. For a very long time, she finally got up
slowly, and in a mocking speech, she said this sentence: Thank you for the
Emperors favor!!
Yang Zhi Lan left the Imperial study step by step, the bright and splendid radiance
left her gradually, just liked her life.
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Qiong Yues Year 134, and on the 9th month, two major events happened, first, the
traitors from Xi Bei colluded with Liao Yue to set Lou Xi Yan up, the Criminal
Prison Division, Dan Yu Lan saw it through in the end. The traitors evil schemes
could not prevail, hereby, the gold case was settled. Second, the West Empress
Dowager would permanently stay at the Imperial cemetery, to keep watch and pray
the blessings for the Yans clan ancestries.
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Chapter 112: Wedding Night
The big feast for the guests were still at the Prime Ministers main hall like last time,
the difference was that the room was lacking the red color of happiness character
and the guests who were making a lot of noises. There were three men who had these
talented characteristics, and were sitting on the round table.
Dan Yu Lan slightly cupped his hands to greet and smilingly said: Congratulations,
I did not have the chance to say it last time. He actually kind of disturbed the other
peoples wedding reception the first time around, even though it was the Emperors
order, he still felt sorry for Lou Xi Yan.
Su Ling slightly cupped his hands to greet also, and expressed his apology.
Lou Xi Yan smiled calmly and said: Many thanks. It is not too late to drink this
wedding wine now either.
The servants stepped forward to pour the wine for them, the gingerly looking liquid
slowly came out, a sweet alcohol fragrant was wafting in the room. Still not drinking,
Su Ling already praised in a low voice: Chenlu (morning dew) hua (flower) diao
(the name of the wine)! Good wine!
Lou Xi Yan smiled: I have heard it earlier that General Su has quite an insight
towards wine, as expected, it is a fully justified reputation.
Picking up the wine cup, Su Ling answered unconcernedly: I am only good with
wine.
Comparing to Su Lings forthrightness, Dan Yu Lan and Lou Xi Yan seemed to be

more refined, the wine entered their throats tasting it delicately, it was extremely
elegant.
Looking one glance at the empty seat next to Lou Xi Yans master seat, Dan Yu Lan
asked curiously: Is there another noble guest who is coming? Able to make Lou
Xi Yan to consider this visitor as a high person, could it be..?
Can Zhen be regarded as a noble guest or not? Dan Yu Lan was still guessing, a
clear, bright and powerful mans voice came through from the outside room. The
person came with a light and convenient clothing on his body and following by his
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side was a trace of elegant and beautiful image of a woman. The two people stepped
to enter the inside room, so the three people got up immediately to welcome them,
and salute with a half kneeling body: Pay respect to the Emperor, Imperial
concubine Qing.
With a delighted smile on his face, it looked like Yan Hong Tians mood was very
good, waving his hand, Yan Hong Tian smilingly said: You may rise, since it is
Prime Ministers wedding feast today, this unnecessary and complicated greetings
can be excused, ok.
Yes.
Qing Fengs gaze swept through the spacious main hall, and did not find Zhuo
Qings shadow, looking towards Lou Xi Yan, Qing Feng naturally asked: Brother
in law (again the actual word is using jiefu), where is my elder sister? (I love it
when QF calls LXY jiefu instead of PM Lou because its a lot more intimate and the
appellation actually puts LXY higher than YHT because hes married to QFs elder
sister. Hahaha).
Brother in law?! Yan Hong Tian lightly knitted his eyebrows, this brother in laws
calling was truly close and dear, she seemed to forget her own status, she called Xi
Yan brother in law, so what must he address Xi Yan? (Of course, jiefu also.
Hehehehe).
Lou Xi Yan stared blankly also, but he answered immediately: She is in the inside
room with Qing Mo.
Mo-er was also here?! Qing Fengs face could hardly conceal her impatient feeling,
Lou Xi Yan said to the servant who was by his side: Someone comes, send Imperial
concubine Qing to Lan Yue building.
Yes.
Qing Feng showed a grateful smile to Lou Xi Yan, and followed the servant
immediately to the rear courtyard.
After Qing Feng had left, there were only several men in the main hall, the
atmosphere became more relaxed and unrestrained.
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The wine fragrant was wafting through the air in the inside room, after Yan Hong
Tian smelled it lightly, he pursed his eyebrows dissatisfiedly and immediately waved
his hand lightly. Several men who were dressing as Imperial bodyguards and were
outside the room, came in with 7-8 jugs of wine on their hands, Yan Hong Tian
laughed heartily and said: Today is a big joyful day, Zhen especially brings the
chennian (old) xi (creek) feng (wind) (again a type of wine), one can not go home
until he is drunk tonight.
Chennian xi feng? Su Lings eyes were bright, and he was eager to give it a try, Lou
Xi Yan and Dan Yu Lans complexions were actually stiff, and could only look one
glance at each other and force a smile. Chennian xi feng was really a rare and
excellent wine, but it was because of this reputation was scattered far away, it was
more because of its strength. If some people did not have any capacity for the wine,
they could sleep for the entire night with only one cup, what was more with that
many jugs of wine, it was impossible not to get drunk tonight!
The inner door of the Lan Yue building was closed tightly, Gu Yun was half leaning
on the back of Zhuo Qings chair, her delicate small body seemed to look thinner
and weaker at this moment. Lifting the sleeve of her garment highly, and exposing
her white and slender arm, she was somewhat shock looking that there was a big
black bluish bruise on her arm. Zhuo Qing was rubbing the medicine oil carefully,
while she was scolding with a cold voice: This Su Ling is really an impertinent
husband, his beating hand is too heavy, ok! However, Yun was still a woman, he
was unexpectedly beat her down like this. She estimated that this bruise would not
go away for half a month, luckily, there was no injury to the bone!
Gu Yun closed her eyes slightly, and answered lazily: He is not too much better
than me either!
Actually, that day they were so angry, and the chariot was also pitch dark, they could
not see anything clearly. This being the case, how could they not have any injury
with these kind of movements? Su Ling was also kicked by her several times, the
bruise on his body could not be less than hers either!
These two people could not interact nicely? Zhuo Qing helplessly sighed and said:
How about you move to live with me here for a time period, then we can talk again,
ok.
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Gu Yun shook her head immediately: You are newlyweds, who wants to be a light
bulb (unwanted third guest) ah! Moreover, I already have some news about the
golden bagua. She hoped to be able to find a way to return as soon as possible, since
she had been in this different era for more than half a year, she was still not used to
it.
Zhuo Qing asked but she did not have any strong feeling about it: What news?
Gu Yun sat up her body, put down the sleeve of her garment slowly, and then
explained: I have looked at the family history of the Sus family, the golden bagua
plate has been passed on to the Su family clans badge for many years. The Sus
family believes that it can bless, protect and guard the Su clans descendants. Under
a normal circumstances, the clan badge is left in the Su familys tomb, when they
offer sacrifices to the ancestors every year, the clan elder and the Su clans eldest
son will ask to produce the clans badge together, and to worship and offer the
sacrificial offering from the descendants. But I still do not know where the Su
familys tomb is located at the moment, where is the clans badge is left in the tomb
after all? If I want to know these things, I still have to get them from Su Ling! In
order to be able to return, it would still be necessary that she stayed at the Generals
manor, even though Su Ling really made people to loathe him!
Yuns certainty in this matter, it would be difficult for her to do anything, Zhuo Qing
did not try to persuade her, she only said briefly: Good, but you must be careful,
that bagua plate is very strange, if you have any news, you have to inform me, do
not act by yourselves.
I know Gu Yun stopped speaking all of a sudden, and looked towards the
outside door cautiously.
Soon after, there was a male sound came through from the outside door: Madam,
Imperial concubine Qing is here.
Imperial concubine Qing? Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun looked one glance at each other,
then said in a low voice: It is Qing Feng.
Gu Yun nodded her head lightly and understandably, Zhuo Qing went to open the
door, Gu Yun turned around to take the medicine oil that was on the table and put it
into her sleeve, then she walked to the front of the window and pushed open the
closed window.
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Opening the door to the room, Qing Feng was standing outside the door, looking at
Zhuo Qing, she immediately smiled and called out; Elder sister.
Zhuo Qing waved her hand towards the servant who was standing by the side, pulled
Qing Fengs hand and said: Quickly come in, ok.
Mo-er! Looking clearly at Gu Yun who was inside the room, Qing Feng advanced
forward to meet with her excitingly, and she was holding her hand tightly and
unexpectedly choking with emotion and speechless for a moment. Gu Yun was
somewhat awkward, but she did not remove her hand either, and could only stay
there rigidly.
Qing Feng lightly caressed Gu Yuns face that was more and more thin, and she
asked regretfully: Mo-er, you lose weight! Is Su Ling bullying you or not?!
Her cheek that was being stroked like this made Gu Yun felt very awkward, slightly
withdrawing for a step, Gu Yun answered: Nobody is bullying me. It would be
good if she did not bully the other people.
Qing Fengs hand was stiff, was her little sister already not familiar with her like
this? Was she not used with her touch? Slowly releasing her hand, her heart was
somewhat in pain, but Qing Feng still continued to ask attentively: How was your
life for this past half a year?
Gu Yun could see clearly that Qing Fengs eyes were in pain, but for her, this woman
who was in front of her was a stranger whom she just met for the first time so she
could not show any deep emotion. Lightly coughing, Gu Yun answered concisely:
I am very good.
Mo-er, what is wrong with you? Qing Feng was somewhat confused, the woman
who was in front of her showed courtesy but estranged. Her eyes expressed a firm,
proud and aloof radiance, this was not her usual warm and intimate expressions, her
timid but lovable little sister?! Getting panic in her mind, Qing Feng urgently said:
Did you also lose your memory because of that darn crazy concoction?
Zhuo Qing lightly knitted her eyebrows, and watched laughingly to see what Gu
Yuns answer, if she said that she also lost her memory, that would be too fake.
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I Gu Yun stared blankly, this was an irresponsible excuse, only Qing, this
lazy woman would think about this. Glaring firmly at Zhuo Qing who was rejoicing
in her misfortune, Gu Yun returned to look at Qing Fengs worry eyes, then she said
smilingly: I am alright, it is just that it has been a long time that we have seen each
other, so I am somewhat excited, and do not know what to say.
Excited? Zhuo Qing wanted to spurt out a laughing voice, but she obstructed it from
Qing Feng, and could only swallowed it down forcibly. Feeling Gu Yuns sharp
fierce eyes, Zhuo Qing stepped forward one step, and helped Qing Feng to sit on the
chair. Then she looked for another topic to say: You should sit down first, ok, you
have to be careful for the first three months.
Qing Fengs heart felt a burst of sting, Mo-er and elder sisters interactions showed
that they were very familiar with each other, it looked like her little sister was only
estranged with her. Forget it, little sister was relatively closed with elder sister since
young, elder sister was the one who took care of her, she should feel relieved.
Caressing her bulging abdomen slightly, Qing Feng answered smilingly and softly:
It is already more than four months.
More than four months? Very quick, this could be regarded that she had a
relationship with Yan Hong Tian right after she was delivered to enter the Imperial
palace.
Having been in touch with Qing Feng for several times, she was her cherish close
relative in Zhuo Qings heart, this woman who had a strong and stubborn characters,
also with her misfortune fate.
Remembering that she was staying in the Imperial palace, Zhuo Qing asked
anxiously: When I asked you to steal the seal from the Empress Dowager last time,
did Yan Hong Tian ever find out?
Qing Fengs expression was cold, she said indifferently and sneeringly: I did not
know, maybe. Actually in his mind, he did not want to exploit your anxious heart to
rescue Lou Xi Yan, and to accomplish his own goal. But everything was what he
needed and wanted. There was no different whether he found out or not!
Her grudging and hatred words made Zhuo Qing and Gu Yun unable to refrain from
feeling sorry for her, the two of them were looking at each other for one glance, and
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could only choose to be silent in the end. Because they did not know what kind of
words that they could use to comfort Qing Feng, they were not Qing Ling and Qing
Mo. They did not understand the suffering of the Qings family, they had not lived
in that big Imperial palace either, so they did not understand the hardship and
miserable life that she had.
The three people had different worries in their minds, the inner room sank into
quietness, Qing Feng suddenly recovered, and said smilingly: Today is your big
happy day, do not speak this matter that can dampen ones spirit, I will help you to
roll your hair up just like the style that you like the most before, ok.
Pushing her shoulder, Zhuo Qing shook her head and said smilingly: No need to
trouble you. There was not many guests at the feast, there was no need to be grand
like that, she did not like it either.
Lightly holding Zhuo Qings hand, Qing Feng said insistently: No trouble at all.
Pulling Zhuo Qing to sit down in front of the dressing table, Qing Feng took care
her fine black hair gently, just liked when they were still at home, they combed each
others hair frequently, they might not be able to go back to that period of time
anymore. She was gathering with them now, and it was not easy either ah: Elder
sister, Mo-er. The fact will not change that we are going to stay in Qiong Yue, so
you must be happy, do you understand? Your happiness is exactly my biggest
happiness. Qing Feng bound the hair together attentively and concentratedly, her
every movement was gentle. Zhuo Qing could only receive her affection and love,
even though she was not her own elder sister, and she did not have that beautiful
memories about them together, but she felt tenderness towards Qing Feng.
Her speech about happiness and despair, made Zhuo Qings heart ached, turning her
head around, holding Qing Fengs hand, and softly putting her hand on her own
abdomen, she advised softly: Feng, you must also let yourselves to be happy, maybe
Yan Hong Tian will make you disappointed, but you already have a baby. For him,
you must also be happy, ok?
En. Qing Fengs hand was striking softly on her own abdomen that was protruding
slightly, her face finally showed a gentle and beautiful smile. Yes ah, she still had
them and a baby who was inside her abdomen.
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After drinking several cups of the strong alcoholic drinks, Yan Hong Tian suddenly
looked towards Lou Xi Yan and asked: Xi Yan, is your health a little better? Or do
you want to request several Imperial physicians to look at you again?
Only thinking about his health now?! Lou Xi Yan forced a smile secretly, if he
(YHT) was really concerned about him, he (YHT) would not make him (LXY) to
drink this strong wine like this. Fully aware that Yan Hong Tian was mocking him
deliberately, Lou Xi Yan put down the wine cup, he answered calmly and
unhurriedly: Many thanks to the Emperors concern, it is already much better.
His thoracic cavity felt like it was set on fire and he felt unwell, if he drank the wine
like this again, he would collapse for sure! Dan Yu Lan also put down his wine cup
hurriedly, and looked for a topic to say casually: This time, thanks to Madam Lous
cleverness, we did not give Bai Yi any opportunity to take advantage of the
situation.
Lou Xi Yan watched at Dan Yu Lans words that were somewhat breathing heavily,
he (LXY) only knew that he (DYL) was also choking from this wine. Pouring a cup
of tea for Dan Yu Lan, Lou Xi Yan continued to answer his (DYL) topic: When
she left the prison on that day, she gave me a piece of paper that said Bai Yi was
trying to incite disharmony and wish to frame Su Ling. When she planned to beat
him at his own game, I was still worry that she would act blindly without thinking.
Luckily, Mo Bai went to the prison secretly during the night and told me the details
of her plan. I think with the support from General Su, they should be able to
succeed.
Lou Xi Yan and Dan Yu Lan were already drinking their tea desperately, Yan Hong
Tian did not force them to drink more wine any longer, tonight was still long after
all, if he got them drunk so fast like this, it would not be fun. Looking towards Su
Ling who still continued on drinking the cup of wine but his face was not red nor
panting, Yan Hong Tian smilingly said: Su Ling, after this time, do you finally
think that women are really not that stupid?
Su Lings hand that was holding the cup of wine, was rigid. After hesitating for a
moment, he coldly groaned: Even if they are not stupid, they are still some vixens!
Qing Mo, that barbarous woman, it had been several days since they were fighting
inside the chariot, his waist and back were still extremely painful up until now.
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Lou Xi Yan who saw the fight that happened in the chariot between Su Ling and
Qing Mo, he naturally knew the meaning of Su Ling vixen word. Lou Xi Yan
lightly smiled and said: The conclusion of this case, even though it is different than
the Emperors original scheme, but after going through this affair this time, the Yang
familys power has also been curbed by a lot.
Yan Hong Tian slowly nodded his head, his cold eyes looked slightly stern, then he
said with a deep voice: Bai Yi is still young but he already knows how to seize the
situation and to scheme profoundly like this. When he succeeds the throne in the
future, we can not resign ourselves to disregard Liao Yue.
Su Ling answered it clearly: Chen will arrange someone to monitor Liao Yues
movement at all times. Even though Bai Yi tried to scheme Qiong Yue deliberately,
it was not succeeded in a short period of time.
Master, Young Master Qi is here. Jing Sas words were still not finished, Qi Tian
Yus shouting voice already echoed from the outside door: Let me say this, Xi Yan,
I am only away from home for several months, and you are already married! You
also do not send someone to inform me, you are not so generous!
Lou Xi Yan broke into laughter and shook his head, it had been so many years, but
Tian Yu was still the same as before that his voice could already be heard before he
actually entered the inside room. Qi Tian Yu just discovered that there were still
other people inside the room, scanning the room, he only recognized two people.
Slightly cupping his hands, Qi Tian Yu smilingly said: General Su and Dan Daren
are also here.
The man who was sitting at the masters seat, was simply sitting quietly like that and
with his cold eyes were looking, the unyielding and aggressiveness from his whole
body already made people not dare to look straight at him. This imposing manner
like this and was still able to sit on Xi Yan family masters seat, Qi Tian Yu could
already guess the identity of this person.
This subject kowtows in salute Qi Tian Yu was just about to salute, Yan
Hong Tian lifted his hand and said smilingly: It is ok, today is a wedding feast, no
need to be too polite, but one has to drink the wine.
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Qi Tian Yu was always an outspoken and straightforward person, once he heard

what Yan Hong Tian said, he immediately laughed heartily and answered: Tian Yu
will keep the Emperor company!
Tian Yu was also fond of and a believer in wine, Lou Xi Yan was afraid that they
would start to fight for the wine, so he said to the servant who was behind him in a
hurry: Go and ask Madam and Xi Wu to come over, prepare to start the banquet,
ok.
Yes.
Not too long after, Lou Xi Wus lovable and charming figure came into the room at
the moment, after she saluted one after another, Lou Xi Wu sat down beside Qi Tian
Yu, sticking out her mouth, she humphed: Qi dage (elder brother), you have not
come and seen us for quite a while.
Qi Tian Yu always considered her like his own sister whom he loved dearly, seeing
that she was pouting, he immediately took out a slender box from his sleeve, and
stuffed it on her hand softly, then smilingly said: Am I not here now?! I give you
Yanchengs (the city) most well-known jade hairpin.
Really? Lou Xi Wu opened the box that she got surprisingly, there was a spotless
white gem with a glossy white jade that was quietly placed in there. Lou Xi Wu
extremely liked it, then she happily smiled and said: Thank you, Qi dage.
The two people were talking and smiling, and did not pay any attention to Jing Sa
who was on the side, whose original face was already dark and it was even darker
now that he could scare people. At this moment, Zhuo Qings party delegation came
in also, Qi Tian Yu looked one glance, immediately met with Gu Yuns petite figure
who was adorable and sweet in appearance, then he put his whole gaze on to her.
The three people had not sat down yet, but he already asked fearlessly: Sister in law
(the actual words are saozi, older brothers wife), who is the young beautiful woman
beside you?
Qi Tian Yu, long time no see, you are still the same, but I advise you that it is best
that you do not provoke her. Zhuo Qing broke into laughter, this person was really
a rough and coarse rascal, so long as he was able to look at a woman and he wanted
to take liberties with her!
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Qi Tian Yu did not understand and asked: Why?
Zhuo Qing was somewhat pointing her finger and looked one glance at Su Ling who
was behind him (QTY) and whose face was like a black cloud. Qi Tian Yu turned
around to be in contact with Su Lings cold eagle eyes, watching it with a smile, it
turned out that the beautiful woman already had an owner.
Lightly coughing, Qi Tian Yu tactfully smiled and said: It seems that I am one step
too late. Picking up his wine cup, Qi Tian Yu drank to toast Lou Xi Yan and Zhuo
Qing and smilingly said: I did not drink the wedding feast last time, I want to drink
one cup this time!
Lou Xi Yan also lifted up his wine cup, smilingly said: Everyone does it together,
ok.
Everyone drank a toast, Yan Hong Tian picked up a cup of tea that was next to him
and passed it on to Qing Fengs hand, and he said softly: You drink this.
This act did not escape from Zhuo Qing and Gu Yuns eyes, both of them looked at
each other and smiled, not bad, there was also feeling between Yan Hong Tian and
Qing Feng.
A group of people were drinking while they were also chatting, when they were done
eating the meal, the moon was already at the tip of the branch, and it was close to
zishi (11 pm-1 am). As a new groom, Lou Xi Yan naturally drank a lot of wine, so
he was intoxicated and could not walk. Finally, Mo Bai and Zhuo Qing were lending
their arms to support him, but he was still staggering all the way back to Lan Yue
building.
Outside of Lan Yue building, Qi Tian Yu stubbornly wanted to go in to disturb the

privacy of the bridal room, but he was blocked by the cold and strong Jing Sas face
who was standing outside the courtyard: Master is already intoxicated, Qi Gongzi,
please return, ok.
Comparing to Lou Xi Yan who was completely drunk, Qi Tian Yus was still clear
headed obviously except for his face that was somewhat flushed, his expression was
sober and calm. Putting his hand on Jing Sas shoulder, Qi Tian Yu smilingly said:
This can not do, we are still not disturbing the privacy of the bridal room yet!
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Yan Hong Tians delegation originally wanted to leave, but looking at Qi Tian Yu
who persisted to want to disturb the privacy of the bridal room, they simply decided
not to leave too hurriedly, all of them were encircling the outside of Lan Yue
building.
Jing Sa remained unmoved as before, and he answered coldly: The time is already
late, Qi Gongzi, please return, ok!
Qi Tian Yu turned around to give a supercilious look, how did Xi Yan find this
blockhead to be a housekeeper, he was not fun at all. Patting Jing Sas shoulder
strongly, Qi Tian Yu was unwilling to give up and he continued to say: Jing Sa, do
not be this serious! Disturbing the privacy of the bridal room is part of the festive
ah! Xi Yan will not mind it.
Jing Sa retreated back for one step, he ignored his words immediately this time, his
tall figure stood up at the gate of the courtyard and stayed to make sure that they did
not go in.
Lou Xi Wu who was standing beside Qi Tian Yu and because she also drank several
cups of wine, her complexion was captivatingly red, her footsteps were somewhat
weak and unstable, but her mouth still joined in the fun, she laughed heartily and
said: Right ah, right ah! We want to disturb the privacy of the bridal room!! Disturb
the privacy of the bridal room!!
Looking that she was standing unsteadily and still shouting noisily, Jing Sa
helplessly stepped forward to support her unsteady body, then he said in a gentle
voice: Stop making trouble!
Qi Tian Yu was looking interestingly at Jing Sa who was seldom gentle and soft, he
could not help to smile and say: Ck ck ck, truly favoring one and discriminating
against the other ah! It seems that I am not here for three months, the Prime
Ministers manor is filled with love affairs ah! (The actual words are actually peach
blossom which can mean love affair). This block of stone finally got it
straight la! It seemed that he chose a wrong time to be away from home, and then
missed many good shows!
This obvious tease made Lou Xi Wu was ashamed so she lightly struggled to get
free from Jing Sas hand, and she called out in a low voice: Qi dage! What nonsense
are you talking about?!
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Nonsense talk? Qi Tian Yu put both of his hands on his chest, casted a sidelong
glance at Jing Sa, he lowly smiled and said: I am thinking that you are going to get
married soon, but as it turns out, I misinterpret it wrongly?!
Even though it was clearly a teasing, Jing Sas face was still as before and did not
look red due to anger or panting, his face was still looking coldly.
Mo Bai just happened to come out from the inside courtyard at this moment, looking
at a group of people outside of the door who clearly wished to continue to do
something, he just understood what they wanted to do. Not saying anything, Mo Bai
and Jing Sa stood side by side, the two people, one on the left and the other on the
right, were standing in front of the gate to seal tightly the courtyard door that was
not big.
Lou Xi Wu was sensitive, being teased by Qi Tian Yu like this, her original face that
was red because of the wine, became annoyed quickly so she was glaring at him,
then Lou Xi Wu called out: You always tease people! If you really have the ability,
just think of a way to cross over these two gate deities so we can go in ah!
Qi Tian Yu lightly raised his eyebrows, crossing over them would be impossible!
Speaking of martial art, if there was only Jing Sa, he could still try it, but Mo Bai
was also here now, he was surely not his opponent. Turning around to look one
glance at this group of people who were behind him and who were waiting to watch
a good show. They would not help so Qi Tian Yu sighed grievingly, and he still had
to lean on himself, right.
Thinking deeply for a moment, Qi Tian Yu suddenly showed a crafty smile: I have
a way!
Once Qi Tian Yu finished talking, he turned around to run to the rear court, everyone
was looking at each other in dismay, all of them did not know what he wanted to do.
But looking at his confident appearance a moment ago, they were somewhat curious
and looking forward to his plan.
Inside the courtyard, Zhuo Qings heart was cursing at Mo Bai from head to toes, he
knew perfectly well that Lou Xi Yan was intoxicated, he (MB) unexpectedly only
helped him (LXY) until the door and then left, in any case he should help his master
get on the bed, right!!
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Zhuo Qings one hand was supporting Lou Xi Yan while her other hand pushed the
door, who would have thought that the wooden door was really heavy. When she
pushed the door, it unexpectedly did not push open, Lou Xi Yan continuously leaned
on her shoulder. Zhuo Qing clenched her teeth, both of her hands were holding Lou
Xi Yans waist. Lifting up her right leg, she kicked the door strongly, the door made
a loud sound and was finally able to be opened so she breathed relaxingly. Zhuo
Qing took Lou Xi Yans arms to assist him, the two people were stepping inside the
room swayingly, but the doorway was somewhat tall and Zhuo Qing was wearing a
long cheong sam skirt today so her foot tripped on it and both of them went down
together.
Zhuo Qings heart was cold, oh no, howling in grief and waiting for the pain to come
and meet her, just when she was about to fall on the ground, Zhuo Qing only felt that
her waist was tight. She was already held by two pair of big hands and fell on his
bosom, and Lou Xi Yans nervous inquiry echoed in her ear: Be careful! Did you
break anything?
Zhuo Qing raised her head, only to see that Lou Xi Yans worry face that was looking
at her, his expression was clear and pure, his footsteps were firm, she could not see
any drunkenness on him. Zhuo Qing coldly humphed: You are not intoxicated?
Darn it, he was not intoxicated but he made her to support him to walk like that for
a long time, and made her dripping with sweat now!
Taking her to his bosom, Lou Xi Yans elegant phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, he
gently smiled and said: This kind of day today, I can not be intoxicated drinking a
good wine.
The hallow of his palm was scorching, and with his ambiguous intonation, it made
Zhuo Qings heart was overflowed slightly. But looking at his clear and bright
appearances at the moment, and remembering that she was so tired to death a
moment ago, he was still pretending to be intoxicated, Zhuo Qing could not help to
be angry, and coldly humphed: You are really a fox.
Lou Xi Yans double sword looking eyebrows knitted gently, distressingly

answered: Husband is not able to hold alcohol, I do not pretend to be intoxicated so
I can really be carried back! Su Ling was always able to hold a huge volume (of
alcohol), Hong Tian could not be intoxicated even if he drank a thousand cups, no
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need to talk more about Tian Yu. Even if the bubble in the wine jar was long and big
(this is a saying that even if he was soaking in the wine as he grew up), how could
he fight them?! Dan Yu Lan already left at an earlier time, if he did not pretend to
be intoxicated, it was estimated that they could drink until dawn!
Through the material of her clothing, Zhuo Qing could still feel the scorching palm
of his hand, lightly patting his hand, Zhuo Qing gave him a cup of hot tea, then she
sighed and said: Drink a little tea, ok, you also drink a lot of wine tonight. The
wine that Yan Hong Tian brought were strong, Yun was the only one who could
drink it without changing any color, she and Xi Wu selected a relatively milder wine.
Taking the hot tea from Zhuo Qings hand and putting it aside, Lou Xi Yans hand
embraced her graceful waist again, lightly carrying and putting her on his embrace
to sit on his legs. Lou Xi Yan picked up the wine cups that were already prepared
earlier, and poured a couple of cups of wine. He put one cup in Zhuo Qings hand,
and he was holding another cup on his hand, then smilingly said: I think that we
should drink a formal exchange of cups between the bride and groom now. (If
youre familiar with this tradition, the new couple usually drink a cup from each
others hand before their wedding night. Theyre criss crossing their hands so ZQ
will drink from LXYs cup & vice versa).
Still wanting to drink? He already drank enough tonight, putting down the wine cup
from her hand, Zhuo Qing advised: We have already drunk that ritual wedding
ceremony by the bride and groom on that day, we do but need to drink again tonight.
Thinking that day, after they drank the formal exchange of cups of wine ceremony,
she said that promise, Lou Xi Yans heart felt warmth and happy. Bowing his head
to look one glance at the cup of wine, Lou Xi Yan craftily smiled and answered:
Fine, no need to drink the formal exchange of cups of wine ceremony again, I will
just feed you this cup of wine.
Zhuo Qing had not reacted yet, Lou Xi Yan already drank up a mouthful of wine,
his warm lips rapidly captured her lips, and the good wine was fed slowly into her
mouth. Xi Yans distinct and clear breath, the wine sweet and spicy tastes, Zhuo
Qing was somewhat tipsy and she humphed lowly: Oh
After a very long time, then Lou Xi Yan only wished to release her, Zhuo Qings
face was captivatingly red, staring at his complacent and smiling face, she scolded
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lowly: Do not think of continuing to pretend that you are intoxicated, you simply
look like a rascal at the moment!
Lou Xi Yan did not mind it, using her shoulder to rest his chin, he slightly narrowed
his eyes, smiling comfortably and gently, he said: En, I am really intoxicated, being
intoxicated by a beauty.
How have I not find out before that your mouth is so inadequate. His shallow
breaths were blowing on her shoulder and tickling her, it was tingling. Zhuo Qing
disliked being tickled so she gently pushed Lou Xi Yans handsome face away
leisurely. Thinking that she had not seen Lou Mu Hai tonight, Zhuo Qing asked: Oh
right, where is your dad?
Already returned.
Oh. She responded lowly, she did not say anything more, but Zhuo Qings heart
had some regrets, that she still ultimately could not obtain the elder generations
approval.
Feeling that the person who was in his embrace and whose mood was suddenly
changed into a downcast mood, Lou Xi Yan lifted up his head, and he deliberately
smiled by the side of her ear and said lowly: He said before he left
What did he say? Zhuo Qing looked towards Lou Xi Yan curiously, but only to see
that he suddenly kept his lips close to Zhuo Qings ear, then he whispered
ambiguously: To make you to quickly give him a grandson. So
Lightly pushing his handsome face away, Zhuo Qing pretended to be foolish
deliberately and said: So what?
So we can not make him, the old person, to be disappointed ah!
Ah! Lou Xi Yan suddenly carried her up unexpectedly, Zhuo Qing was scared
so she shouted lowly.
Entering the bedroom in large strides, and softly putting Zhuo Qing on the
captivating big red bed, Lou Xi Yan leaned forward slowly. The two peoples eyes
were looking at each other like this, the tip of their noses were sticking, they could
breathe each others breaths, both of their breathings began to be unsteady gradually.
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His slender hands were caressing her graceful and thin shoulder, Lou Xi Yans
phoenix eyes raised gently, his serene gaze was lingering on Zhuo Qings chest,
pointing his finger, he softly smiled and said: I heard that the technique of mother
in laws tattoo was matchless in the whole world, I had not seen it by the side of the
hot spring last time, I want to appreciate it properly this time.
Xi Yan! This persons spoken words were more and more indecent!! The two of
them were thinking of the scene when they were at the hot spring at the same time.
Lou Xi Yan wished to continue to say more, but Zhuo Qings face was already red.
Lou Xi Yan pulled the curtain covering veil softly, the thin muslin slid down
leisurely and covered the room with charming and gentle atmosphere.
Outside the courtyard of the Lan Yue building, a group of people were doing nothing
and could not enter either, they also were not willing to leave. Pestling in front of
Lan Yue building to wait for what Qi Tian Yus so called a way was.
Soon, Qi Tian Yu was holding two wooden basins, and his hand was also dragging
several branches that were a little bit thinner than a womans wrist. His whole face
had a smiling expression when he walked to come over, everyone was confused,
what kind of way was this?!
Taking the wooden basin and putting them on the ground, Qi Tian Yu gripped the
branches and stuffed them at Su Ling and Yan Hong Tians hands who still had
indescribable faces, then he smiled proudly on himself and said: We can not go in,
we will just let them come out, it will be fine!
Gu Yun was casting a sidelong glance at Qi Tian Yu, and she looked at him with a
foolish and blank expressions: Come out? How do they come out? A spring night
was worth a thousand gold (the word spring can be associated with love so the
meaning of this sentence is that a wedding night is priceless), if Lou Xi Yan was
willing to come out at this time, then he would be a terrible person!!
Qi Tian Yu laughed mischievously, looking at everyones expressions who was

doubting him, lifting the branch, he was beating the wooden basin to make a strange
and odd sound, while he was shouting with a big voice: Fire la! Quickly put out the
fire ah.
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Quickly, people come ah! Put out the fire! The quiet night was suddenly pierced
by the yelling immediately, the sound penetrated powerfully!
Being stunned looking at Qi Tian Yu who was beating the wooden basin and yelling
really loud, Gu Yun stroke her forehead lightly, then she sighed grievingly and said:
Heaven How did Lou Xi Yan can make friends with this silly and bad friend?!
Lou Xi Wu was also looking foolishly, this was what Qi dage so called a way?
Even though this so called a way was really silly and boring, but towards the two
men who were already drinking the wine for the whole night and without their usual
concentrated attentions, this crazy action appeared to be reckless and attractive.
After seeing Su Ling and Yan Hong Tian who were looking one glance at each other,
they unexpectedly were waving the branches on their hands, they were beating the
wooden basin while hollering. Gu Yun and Qing Feng, these two people, retreated
to the side in silence, they did not know whether to laugh or cry.
Hearing the shouting and yelling, the Prime Ministers family servants and Imperial
bodyguards were hurrying to come over continuously, they were carrying some
buckets and wooden basins. But looking at the scene before their eyes, all of them
could not help but to be flabbergasted.
Head housekeeper Jings and Imperial bodyguard Mos complexions were black,
staring at the few people who were shouting and screaming in front of the courtyard,
but they also could not step forward to stop them. Because the people who created
the disturbance were precisely the Emperor, General Su and Masters close friend,
Qi Gongzi, how could this be good for them?!
As a result, these several males were crazy in front of Lan Yue building because of
the wine, this group of people did but know what to say. In the middle of the night,
the Prime Ministers manor was completely noisy.
The shouting outside the courtyard was daunting and vigorous, there was a spring
scenery without boundary inside the room, Zhuo Qings whole clothing were thrown
on the ground by Lou Xi Yan for a long time. Grabbing a thin quilt to cover her
body, she separated and raised her head to dodge Lou Xi Yans gentle kisses on her
neck. Zhuo Qing was slightly gasping and she asked: Fire? Do you or do you not
want.. to go out to see?
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The deeply engrossed, warm, fragrant, soft jade was closed tightly with the man for
the first time and he said: Not going. He must make her become his woman
completely, nothing could prevent him. Moreover, if there was really anything that
could threaten their safeties, Mo Bai would naturally come in to say it. This kind of
disturbance was absolutely caused by that group of idle and noisy people!
But Zhuo Qing still wanted to say something, Lou Xi Yans two hands slowly
tightened, the bodies of the two of them were sticking closely together, the scorching
of the bodys temperature made Zhuo Qings breathing was more and more unstable.
Let it burn, ok. Nibbling Zhuo Qings shoulder, Lou Xi Yans hoarse and low
voice as if there was a mellow and strong alcohol drink, it made someone tipsy.
The night scene was dense gradually, the autumn wind was attacking the people, the
water outside the courtyard was rippling, and boiling a cauldron of voices! Inside
the room, the candle night was swaying gently, with charming and gentle moans!
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Walking over to Zhuo Qing, Gu Yun asked, Whats this?

Hiss - While wondering, she suddenly felt pain in her hand.

Chapter 2: Married off in the wrong body

Fate never rests in their hands.

Ah. Qing Feng, Qing Mo strongly nodded their heads!

Li Xu staring at Qing Mo on his left side, anxiously asked, How is she?

Li Xu raised his whip, and shouted, Go back to Hao Yue kingdom.

What is going on?

Xiao Wuzi! Wu Si immediately yelled.

Everyone reacted in unison, shaking his head.

Heavens! Her head still hurts!

Unfolding the paper, Zhuo Qing was flabbergasted.

Chapter 5: Niu Jia village

Liu Yu nodded innocently.

The circle of pork on a skewer what does it mean?

Not really Liu Yu muttered, It means a prison cell.

This is a prison cell?

Im afraid, were just a bunch of ignorants. If we cannot explain clearly in a short

No, the hostage-taking was our idea!

Well, to get a public hearing, it was worth the trouble!

Well, he is a good man

Im telling you, the officials

Jing Sas cold face hesitatingly looked towards Lou Xi Yan.

Attacked? Qi Tian Yu was stunned, someone really dared to kidnap Xi Yans

That expression of Xi Yan Qi Tian Yu inexplicably broke out in goose bumps.

Chapter 6: Lou Xi Yan Part 1

After a second of silence, cries of joy erupted inside the hut.

No! Zhuo Qing hurriedly said.

Yes! Miss Zhuo, you go back.

Yes! Do not let us hold you up.

Of course! Surely, that was obvious?

Chapter 7: Lou Xi Yan Part 2

[4] Da Ren a title of respect towards superiors

Prime Minister Da Ren, injustice

Prime Minister Da Ren, grant us redress

Damn it! What a pack of idiots, brainless idiots!

Chapter 8: First Confrontation

Benefactor would never do such a thing! Da Ren, please reconsider!

Dong, dong, dong

Shaking her head nonchalantly, Zhuo Qing readily replied, None.

Someones going to encounter bad luck!

Chapter 9: First Confrontation (Part 2)

Where is the person? Observing that Wu Si was well-behaved, Qi Tian Yu

Did you sell her?

Wu Si exclaimed, How was it possible!

Where is that person?

You! Zhuo Qing was so angry!

Why? It wasnt any of her concern?

If you do not appear, then they also do not need to come.

Hey Zhuo Qing was dumbfounded. This is Who is intimidating who

Chapter 10: Committed Suicide?

The following day.

Noon, 12 oclock? Thats right!

Absolutely no miscarriage of justice? Lou Xi Yan watched towards the lobby to

Yes. The bailiffs accepted the order and went.

Wu Zhi Gang barely scolded: Why did it take this long?

Looking at their soulless bodies, he anxiously said: Wheres the person?

Committing suicide to escape punishment? Zhuo Qing was paying attention to Wu

Chapter 11: Autopsy (Part 1)

Go where? Zhuo Qing pretended to be naive.

Qi Guai Ba Guai Prison

Zhuo Qings brows knitted unconsciously. Respect to Prime Minister Daren!

Yes. Wang Bing Sheng entered the prison cell.

Reporting to supervisor, he said: Reporting to Prime Minister Daren, the dead