manynovel Chapter 825: Suspect Prince Chun
Chapter 825: Suspect Prince Chun
"Prince Chun?" Li Dongsheng was shocked, and then shook his head again.
"No, it's impossible. This is even more impossible."
"Why do you think it's impossible? Among those who meet this condition, Prince Chun is the primary suspect."
"But Prince Chun... he's a cripple! Even if he wants to do that, it's impossible." Li Dongsheng shook his head repeatedly.
"Does the law of our dynasty stipulate that a cripple cannot be emperor? Even if there is such a stipulation, the winner is the king and the loser is the bandit, and all laws can be made by the victor." Jiang Youzhen was speechless. Why couldn't Li Dongsheng open his eyes?
Jiang Youzhen's words left Li Dongsheng speechless. After a while, he said, "Yes! That does make sense, but this is just our guess. Don't say such treasonous words in the future. If others hear it, they will mistakenly think you have treasonous intentions."
"Besides, if Prince Chun is suspected by that person because of our speculation, then wouldn't we be harming him? Maybe he is doing well in his fiefdom, but we can't make nonsense of him."
"Isn't it because there are no outsiders here? Although it's just my guess, I think I should be more careful when I return to Beijing. If it's really him, I'm sure we can find some clues."
"Why do you doubt her? Before the emperor ascended the throne, he helped the emperor. He has been law-abiding for so many years, otherwise the emperor would not have tolerated him."
Li Dongsheng still felt that it was unlikely. All of this was Jiang Youzhen's guess. Prince Chun could not be suspected just because of these three family letters.
Over the years, the emperor has always been mindful of the old friendship, because of the great help from Prince Chun. If Prince Chun had ulterior motives, why did he help the emperor back then? Why didn't he sit back and watch the fight while the emperor was being held hostage by other princes? Wouldn't that be more beneficial to them? Why bother?
"That was then, and this is now. Or maybe after all these years, he regrets his actions? It's all unknown. If he really has ulterior motives, he will definitely take action."
Jiang Youzhen thought for a long time, and then thought of Prince Chun. He had felt that there was something wrong with this person before, but he couldn't put his finger on it. Now that he thought about it, this person was not a simple person either.
Li Dongsheng nodded, "Then let's investigate it carefully after we get back!"
"When are you going to return to Lin'an Prefecture? They are wrapping up the case there, and it won't work without you. Even if both sides find evidence, they have to connect them together. We have been away from the capital for too long, it's time to go back."
Li Dongsheng felt that it was not a good idea to leave the capital for too long. The ministers in the court were hoping that Jiang Youzhen was away for something, so it would be better for him to go back early.
Anyway, the clues from the masked man have been cut off, so there is no point in staying any longer.
Unexpectedly, Jiang Youzhen said, "Don't worry. Although we have dug up the Salt Gang, it still leaves behind troubles. I want to completely eliminate it and prevent the Salt Gang from reviving. I have to formulate a detailed and thorough strategy."
She thought for a moment and said, "Let's stay in Lin'an Prefecture for a while. After I understand the salt business here, we will return to the capital.
"What? Have you come up with a new plan?" Li Dongsheng felt that Jiang Youzhen must have some new ideas.
"It's just some ideas, which may be difficult to implement. But it can reduce the trafficking of smuggled salt. I'll talk about it after I finish my recent investigation!"
"Sir, Miss Liao said she wants to see you." Jiang Chun's voice suddenly sounded outside the door.
Jiang Youzhen held her forehead with her hand. She had actually forgotten about the Liao siblings.
"Please ask her to come in!" Jiang Youzhen said.
Soon Liao Zhengping's daughter came, and as soon as she came in, she knelt down in front of Jiang Youzhen.
"Thank you Lord Zhang and this benefactor for saving my life. I have no way to repay you. In the next life, I will definitely repay you two in good deeds." As he said this, he kowtowed in the direction of Jiang Youzhen and Li Dongsheng.
"Miss Liao, please get up quickly. This is not allowed."
Jiang Youzhen quickly stepped forward to help her, "Miss Liao, there is no need to thank me. This is my job."
After helping the man up, Miss Liao wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief.
"Actually, I came here to ask for something."
Jiang Youzhen nodded and said, "Miss Liao, please speak."
"My father was a man of integrity and righteousness throughout his life, but he died a violent death. Although I don't know who the real murderer is, I have only heard some gossip in the past few days. I also heard that Lord Jiang is investigating the case of smuggling salt, so I feel that my father's death must be related to this case."
Jiang Youzhen nodded and said, "Yes! Lord Liao died at the hands of these people, and Lu Shengyuan was one of the masterminds behind the scenes. Even if he didn't send people to do it, he was his accomplice."
"I beg you to report this matter to the court and clear my father's name. My father was an honest official and hated corruption. They must have discovered something and silenced him. Now my father has died in vain, and I don't want him to die in vain."
Miss Liao wiped her tears again. "My father always said when he was alive that he didn't seek fame and wealth, but only wanted to have a clear conscience. But I am unwilling to let my father die in vain."
"Miss Liao, please rest assured. I will report this to the court. Lord Liao served his country with loyalty and died in the line of duty. The court will definitely confer a posthumous title on him."
Jiang Youzhen also understood Liao Shuyun's thoughts. His father died inexplicably, and his mother was killed soon after. In just a few days, the family was shattered.
It is said that Liao Zhenping only had one concubine, Zhao. But now Zhao is dead, leaving no children, and the Liao family is left with only Liao Shuyun and her brother.
Such a good family is broken up just like that.
"Thank you, sir. I don't ask for a posthumous title, I just want to clear my father's name."
She then added: "I have one more thing to ask of you, sir. I hope that when you return to the capital, you will allow me to bring my younger brother with you. My uncle is currently doing business in the capital, and I have already written to him to inform him of the bad news.
Now my younger brother is still young and not old enough to support the family business. I am going to take him to my uncle in the capital to avoid being alone and bullied."
Miss Liao looked thin and pale, and extremely weak, like a willow swaying in the wind. She looked so pitiful and made people feel pity for her.
"That's fine, but I still have to stay in Lin'an Prefecture for a while. I wonder if Miss Liao can wait. If she is in a hurry, I will send someone to escort Miss Liao back to the capital first."
"It's not that urgent. My Lord is busy with official business, and I was too abrupt. I'll just wait until my Lord returns to Beijing and take my daughter and my younger brother with him."
Jiang Youzhen nodded, and the other party said goodbye.
Miss Liao was about to leave the study when she suddenly thought of something.
"Master Jiang, I remembered something and wondered if it would be helpful to you."