Chapter 126: Chapter 127 The Case of Consort Ming
“Wait a mont.”
i Ying was about to open the door and leave when Luo Jiner’s voice ca from behind her.
“I’ll give it.” Luo Jiner, despite her unwillingness, knew very well what was light and what was heavy compared to being exposed.
i Ying retracted her hand, smiling as she turned around, “That’s right, only the wise and the tily are heroes.”
Luo Jiner opened the door, leaned over to Qiu Zhu’s ear, and whispered a few words.
Qiu Zhu’s eyes widened in shock after hearing her instructions, “Miss, this… ”
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“What about this? Just do as I said!” Luo Jiner knew the gravity of the situation all too well, but she had no other choice at the mont and would only think about solving it afterward.
“Yes.” Qiu Zhu dared not defy her orders and turned to carry them out.
Soon, Qiu Zhu entered the room with the jewelry, and i Ying’s eyes lit up upon seeing them.
“Truly the finest of the fine.” i Ying left contentedly with the jewelry, leaving Luo Jiner slumped in her chair.
The cold wind blew in gusts, and Luo Jiner was still unaware that her good days were numbered.
In the residence, Ah Mo was reporting the results of his investigation.
“Master, Zhao Xiu is the personal maid of Consort Ming before her death. After Consort Ming’s demise, she has lived incognito but we couldn’t uncover any other useful information.”
Pei Huaian’s slender fingers tapped ceaselessly on the armrest of his wheelchair, as if he were pondering so important matter. His brows were tightly furrowed, his expression serious, seemingly about to make a significant decision.
Ah Mo stood quietly aside, not daring to disturb his thoughts.
After a long while, Pei Huaian slowly raised his head and looked at Ah Mo, his voice uncertain, “The Empress actually didn’t destroy the body to conceal evidence?”
With respectful deanor, Ah Mo answered, “Yes, my investigation revealed that Zhao Xiu happened upon bandits murdering a young lady. She then took the opportunity to use the dead girl’s body to replace her own, which is how she narrowly escaped disaster.”
Pei Huaian’s fingers kept tapping on the wheelchair armrest, his voice rich with aning, “Indeed lucky.”
Ah Mo tentatively asked, “Master, shall we start with Zhao Yuebei? Perhaps we can uncover so useful information?”
“Don’t make too big a move, lest we startle the snake.”
Pei Huaian’s tapping fingers stilled, his hands clenched into fists, and his throat moved slightly. He looked up with a torrent of hatred in his eyes; he knew this wouldn’t be enough to convict the Empress.
“Continue the investigation,” said Pei Huaian, his voice clear and cold.
There must be other clues left behind; actions always leave traces.
Ah Mo knew that the case of Consort Ming had always been a knot in his master’s heart, and with the news received that morning, he continued to report, “Master, news ca this morning that Yun Qian might be related to Imperial Doctor Yun involved in the Consort Ming murder case. Moreover, he’s been investigating several Imperial Physicians who were on good terms with Imperial Doctor Yun, even making personal visits. It’s likely he’s either a son or a nephew.”
Yun Qian’s dical skills are good enough for the Imperial dical Bureau, yet he rejected such an opportunity. And it seems he’s also investigating this case; all signs indicate his close relationship with Imperial Doctor Yun.
Pei Huaian’s gaze was profound as he looked into the distance, “All of Imperial Doctor Yun’s family were silenced. If his son was raised elsewhere, follow this lead and continue the investigation.”
“Yes,” Ah Mo turned and left.
Chills emanated from Pei Huaian; after so many years, the case remained unsolved—was the Empress concealing things too well or was soone deliberately covering up the truth?
In Anji Hall, Zhao Yuebei was already able to prescribe so dications by himself, which he always had Shao He review.
The sun filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting mottled shadows as if dancing to the beat of life.
Zhao Yuebei stood by her side, his amiable smile slightly shy.
“Hmm, you’re learning quickly. Just pay more attention to differentiating herbs and also be careful with the dosages…” Shao He advised earnestly while reviewing the prescription in her hand.
She hoped Zhao Yuebei would be more careful because it concerned the lives and health of the patients.
Zhao Yuebei nodded earnestly, asked a few questions about dical practices, and left happily after getting answers.
“You’re really becoming more proficient as a ntor,” Pei Huaian brought over so tea, teasing her.
Shao He took the cup, drained it in one gulp, and handed it back, “What can I do? Yun Qian has been so busy lately, leaving early and returning late, that he has no one to teach him. I don’t even know what Yun Qian is up to.”
Pei Huaian’s eyes slightly narrowed; the clear hue of his gaze deepening. He casually asked, “How long has Doctor Yun been leaving early and returning late every day?”
Shao He, not noticing Pei Huaian’s unusual expression, thought for a mont and replied, “It seems to have started just before his rest period.”
“Before rest? What has he been busy with during this ti?” Pei Huaian’s voice sounded sowhat deep, a trace of worry in his eyes.
Shao He shook her head, indicating she also did not know. She felt that sothing was off with Yun Qian, but she didn’t want to pry as he seed reluctant to share.
“Why are you suddenly so interested in Yun Qian?” Shao He sensed sothing amiss and looked at him with eyes full of confusion.
Pei Huaian smiled lightly, explaining, “Not really, just asking casually. After all, I haven’t seen him during my past few visits.”
Shao He nodded, accepting his explanation. Moreover, Pei Huaian had indeed been accompanying her at Anji Hall every day recently.
At first, she felt it inappropriate, but over ti, she had beco accustod to Pei Huaian’s presence.
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