I'm a detective for Dongchang

Chapter 122 Eight Days
Lu Xizhi lowered his head and trotted all the way, followed a little eunuch into the imperial study room, except for encountering guards at the side door, the whole way was unimpeded.

"Miss Lu, please." The eunuch's shrill voice reminded her.

Lu Xizhi didn't dare to raise her head, she saw a piece of red dress out of the corner of her eyes, she felt a little more at ease in an instant, she walked in with her head bowed, recalling the etiquette posture of other people at the palace banquet last time, she knelt down: "My daughter Lu Xizhi kowtowed to the emperor, Long live the emperor, long live the emperor."

"You look up."

Lu Xizhi raised her head obediently. At the palace banquet last time, she was all focused on saving people, and she didn't take a closer look at the Supreme Harmony Emperor. Now that she can see the emperor's posture at close range, besides excitement, there is also intense tension in her heart.

The emperor was wearing a bright yellow robe, embroidered with the pattern of dragons rising from the sea, under the turbulent golden waves at the corner of the robe, the sleeves were gently blown up by the breeze, and there were sharp black eyes hidden under the flying sword eyebrows. Slightly pursed lips, sharp-edged silhouette, slender and tall but not rough figure, like a tiger in the dark night, cold and aloof but domineering, exuding a strength that disdains the world in solitude.

Why does this strength and... appearance look so similar to Yuan... Yanxi?
Lu Xizhi glanced slightly at the man in red next to him, his dark jade-like pupils shone with a gentle brilliance, and he was looking back at her, with a slight smile on his lips.

At the same time, Qi Tianyin also had a good look at Lu Xizhi. Although this girl was wearing a court lady's attire and did not wear any jewelry and hairpins, her white skin was like a freshly peeled egg, and her big eyes flickered as if she could speak. The water in the emerald eyes is shining like a flash of color, the small red lips and the white skin are more distinct, coupled with the pink cheeks, it is as cute as a fairy, and it has a slightly powdery, crispy and coquettish taste.

Looking sideways at Yuan Yanxi smiling at the girl as if to appease, he snorted coldly in his heart: Brat has a good eye.

"Lu Xizhi, Jing Ming said, do you have any grievances to talk about?"

The emperor's words were high-spirited, like spewing out the ambition of a thousand zhang soaring clouds, his voice was sonorous, and the king's spirit fixed her in place.

Thinking about her words, she said, "Reporting to the emperor, someone put in the things found from the Lu family on purpose, and my daughter's father was wronged and framed. I implore the emperor to investigate clearly."

"You keep saying that your father was wronged, but do you have any other evidence?"

"I don't have any evidence yet, but my father is definitely not such a bad person who is so daring and corrupt. The Lu family is loyal to the emperor and is willing to do their best for Da Jin. I beg the emperor to give my daughter a chance to find out the truth. Prove my Lu family is innocent."

Yuan Yanxi was about to intercede together, but Qi Tianyin glared at her and stopped her words.

He snorted indifferently: "Lu Shi cherishes it, you also think I'm stupid and easy to fool?"

Lu Xizhi hurriedly lowered his head and kowtowed: "I don't dare, the emperor forgives me."

Seeing that her delicate forehead was already turning red, Yuan Yanxi felt a pain in her heart, thinking that this girl is too sincere, she quickly knelt down on one knee: "Your majesty, I dare you, the case of Lu Zhonglian's corruption and fraud will be resolved in just two days." The conviction was rushed, and there are still many doubts in this case. First, all the evidence was collected too quickly and too completely, as if it had been sorted out and prepared in advance; second, even if Lord Lu really accepted bribes and collected everything The possibility of putting it in the treasury is extremely small; thirdly, I have checked the household files for the past three years. The affairs that Mr. Lu is responsible for are very well-regulated and there is no fault to be found. If such a meticulous and cautious person wants to be corrupt , will definitely hide the evidence very well.”

Lu Xizhi was so grateful from the bottom of her heart that she almost burst into tears. It was the first time she saw the emperor, and her mouth was soft, thanks to the director of the factory who said what was in her heart.

Qi Tianyin sighed, glanced at Lu Shun, and moved his mouth.

Lu Shun agreed, and opened his mouth: "Give me a seat."

"how old are you?"

"Go back to the emperor, my daughter is fifteen this year."

"You are very filial at such a young age. Last time you saved the envoy of Bagan, and now you have once again impressed me." He rubbed his chin: "It stands to reason that the matter of saving people is related to the harmony of the relationship between the two countries. And stability, you should be rewarded for your merits in resolving the crisis, I am busy with business, and this has been delayed."

"The courtier's daughter is from Da Jin. Everyone is responsible for the country's rise and fall. She can save the envoy's life. She is also full of gratitude. If there is no regret, I believe that the imperial physician will be able to save the person. Now let Xi Zhi gain the limelight .”

"Haha, very good, very good, it's amazing to have such humility at such a young age, Jing Ming has told me a lot about your participation in solving the case, no wonder he praises you, now you are an elite soldier in Dongchang A strong general." Qi Tianyin turned to look at Yuan Yanxi.

Yuan Yanxi got up and knelt down on one knee: "The emperor is wise, with great talents, and he does not stick to one type of talent, so he has the great vision of Dajin today's talented people." Flattering, why not do it.

Qi Tianyin was amused, it was the first time he heard flattery from Jing Ming, he looked at Lu Xizhi meaningfully, and thought: It's just that the threshold of the Lu family is a little lower, and the Zhenyuanhou couple...

"Okay, you get up." He stepped down from the dragon seat and said with a pun: "Yesterday, Cao Siqing presented something in front of the ministers in the early court, and I also learned from this. Liancheng's 'Yizui Chang'an' is actually in the hands of your Lu family."

Lu Xizhi was so angry that his chest heaved violently, it really was that despicable villain Cao Jinyue!

"However, I am not a foolish king who slaughtered innocent people regardless of right and wrong, so I gave him ten days to find out the facts. If it is true, he will be detained for trial. If it is not true, I will not only return the reputation of the Lu family, but also investigate thoroughly. In this matter, uncover the villain behind the scenes."

Lu Xizhi's throat choked, and he kowtowed again, "Thank you, Your Majesty, Your Majesty is wise."

"Lu Xizhi, I haven't finished my words. Today is only the second day. The evidence presented by Cao Siqing is sufficient, and there are also witnesses' testimonies. Besides, Dali Temple has been fully responsible for this matter. Dongchang You are only responsible for assisting from the side, if you want to reverse the case, you must prove yourself."

Qi Tianyin took a sip of tea: "Today, Cao Siqing once again proposed that the case involved a huge amount of corruption, and the alleged favoritism and fraud have ruined the reputation of the official court, and begged me to seal up the entire Lu Mansion."

Lu Xizhi gasped, thinking that his mother was taken away by Lian Shen this morning, it might be a bad luck.

Yuan Yanxi saw her anxiety, pondered for a moment, and said: "The official fraud case is a serious case. It is a bit far-fetched to conclude that Lord Lu took it just based on the stolen goods. Heart, think twice, Your Majesty."

"Well, so, right now, Li Shangshu of the Household Department, several other officials of the Household Department, and General Feng all raised doubts, and I followed suit and rejected this memorial."

General Feng...

"It must be you who helped solve the previous murder case, allowing Feng Wuxi to rest in peace, so General Feng is willing to stand up for you, little girl, do you know?"

Tears welled up in Lu Xizhi's eyes, and he just nodded vigorously.

"However, after ten days, there must be a conclusion to this case. Lu Xizhi, you don't have much time left. These eight days should be regarded as your solemn reward for saving the Bagan envoy."

The girl, who was out of breath from crying, kowtowed to thank the emperor, Yuan Yanxi gently helped her up, the two were about to leave, Qi Tianyin called him to stop, and signaled Lu Xizhi to wait outside.

"Jingming, you must be aware that Lu Zhonglian's fraud case, Lu Xizhi should avoid suspicion, if you like her, you should protect her even more, because, you and I both know about this, it all started because of Dongchang!! "

(End of this chapter)