After my inner voice was eavesdropped, I became the favorite of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 78

However, this opportunity was not easy to find. Emperor Qianlong could only temporarily suppress his anxiety and continue to play the role of a master of cleaning. He stepped up his efforts and vowed to completely clear these rumors and clear Li Qingge's name.

In this incident, Heshen also learned a profound lesson. He knew that he could no longer easily touch the reverse scale of Emperor Qianlong. He began to restrain his edge and ambition, becoming more cautious and low-key. He worked hard to handle government affairs and court affairs, trying to regain Emperor Qianlong's trust and appreciation with his practical actions.

As time went by, the storm gradually subsided. Li Qingge's reputation and status were gradually restored and recognized. The relationship between Emperor Qianlong and Heshen became more subtle and complicated. They were all silently waiting for the right opportunity and way to uncover all the mysteries and entanglements.

In this process, Li Qingge gradually grew into a mature, steady, wise and courageous queen. She proved her ability and value with her actual actions, and won the respect and trust of the court and the people. Emperor Qianlong also gradually realized his mistakes and limitations in his constant reflection and growth. He began to pay more attention to listening to and respecting the opinions and ideas of others, and tried to use his wisdom and mind to lead the Great Yan Kingdom to a more prosperous and powerful future.

Emperor Qianlong was busy dealing with those gossiping courtiers. The court was full of twists and turns, and every word could be a deadly blade. However, outside the vortex of the court, Li Qingge, the woman who once set off the industrial revolution in the Great Yan Dynasty, had quietly returned to the Great Yan Dynasty she had been away from for a long time.

The Great Yan Dynasty, this once sleeping dragon, has been rejuvenated under the leadership of Li Qingge. In the years since she left, the Great Yan Dynasty has undergone earth-shaking changes. On the northern border, the land that was once a loess plateau and difficult to walk on has now been newly built with asphalt roads, which are shiny black, like a mirror, reflecting the prosperity of Great Yan. Those dilapidated houses have long been replaced by solid new buildings, which stand on both sides of the road like guards protecting Great Yan.

Li Qingge carried her adoptive parents' coffins and walked on this familiar land. Although her pace was not fast, every step seemed so firm. She knew that this time she came back not only to bury her adoptive parents, but also to check the changes in Da Yan, understand the people's sentiments, and see whether those officials were sincerely working for the people of Da Yan.

Along the way, she met all kinds of people. Some officials sincerely worked hard to benefit the people. Li Qingge kept all their achievements in mind and planned to recommend them to Liu Yong so that they would get the promotion they deserved. As for those officials who only knew how to get by and were corrupt, she also mercilessly recorded them one by one and planned to settle accounts with them later. She would never tolerate them.

One day, they walked into a valley. It was getting dark, and a thin layer of fog filled the valley, adding a bit of mystery to this land. Li Qingge decided to set up camp here and have a good rest. She first paid tribute to her adoptive parents, then turned to look at Jin Zhaodi, the aunt who had been with her for many years.

"Aunt, you've worked hard on this journey. Are you tired?" Li Qingge's voice was gentle and caring, like a warm spring breeze blowing into Jin Zhaodi's heart.

Jin Zhaodi smiled and shook her head, saying, "I'm not tired. Your uncle is in poor health, and I take care of most of the household chores. I'm used to being busy, so I find it quite relaxing to go out for a walk this time." After saying that, she also lamented the changes in Dayan, saying that the roads are wider and the houses are more beautiful. She had never seen such a beautiful scenery in her life.

Li Qingge responded with a smile, "This is not the end yet. The residence in Jinling is better than this. When we return to Jinling, I will definitely make you the eldest princess, live in a big villa, and enjoy a peaceful life." Her words were full of gratitude and love for Jin Zhaodi, which made Jin Zhaodi very happy.

Back then, when Li Qingge rescued Jin Zhaodi, she also found her husband and son. She wanted to send them home together, but considering that relocating the graves was a big deal and blood relatives had to be present, she left Jin Zhaodi behind. Over the years, the aunt and niece have depended on each other and experienced many ups and downs together. Now, they have finally returned to the Great Yan Dynasty, and their hearts are full of emotion and expectation.

While the aunt and nephew were chatting, they suddenly heard a scream from the cliff. The sound was shrill and desperate, as if someone had fallen down. Li Qingge's face changed and she immediately flew up. She was very good at Qinggong, but she was not strong enough to face the thousand-foot cliff. Fortunately, Li Qingge had inherited Jiang Yuyan's cultivation, and her martial arts and internal strength had reached the pinnacle.

She jumped up, took a few steps in the air, and caught the falling person steadily. It was a woman of seventeen or eighteen years old, who had fainted after falling off the cliff. Li Qingge walked down the cliff step by step as if she were walking on flat ground. Her figure looked particularly agile and heroic in the afterglow of the setting sun.

Su Xiaomei and the others were stunned. They had never seen such amazing martial arts and lightness. When Li Qingge came closer, Yang Tianxiong shone the flashlight, and everyone was stunned. Although the woman was unconscious, her face was extremely beautiful, as if she was a fairy from heaven who had fallen into the mortal world.

Li Qingge gently put the girl down and let her lie flat on the ground. She quickly checked the girl's injuries and found that she was not seriously injured, but just fainted due to shock and concussion. She breathed a sigh of relief and said to Jin Zhaodi, "Aunt, please help take care of this girl. I will go find some water to wash her."

Jin Zhaodi nodded, took the kettle and towel from Li Qingge, and began to take care of the girl carefully. Li Qingge turned and walked towards the stream in the valley. She jumped over the stones and came to the stream. The stream water was clear and cold. She scooped up a handful of water and took a sip, feeling refreshed.

She quickly filled the kettle and returned to the aunt and nephew. Jin Zhaodi had already used a towel to wash the girl's face and hands, and her face became clearer and more beautiful. Li Qingge gently lifted the girl's head and fed the water in the kettle into her mouth. The girl seemed to feel the source of life and slowly opened her eyes.

She looked at Li Qingge and Jin Zhaodi, with a hint of doubt and gratitude in her eyes. Li Qingge smiled and said to her: "Girl, are you awake? Don't be afraid, we are good people and will not hurt you." Her voice was gentle and kind, which gradually dissipated the fear in the girl's heart.

The girl nodded and tried to stand up. But she was still very weak and almost fell. Li Qingge quickly supported her and said, "Girl, you just woke up and you are still weak. Sit down and rest for a while."

The girl nodded gratefully and sat down next to Li Qingge. She began to tell her story. It turned out that her name was Lin Wan'er, the daughter of a wealthy businessman in Jinling City. She ran away secretly because she was dissatisfied with the constraints and arrangements at home, wanting to see the outside world. Unexpectedly, she got lost in the valley and accidentally fell off a cliff.

Li Qingge listened to Lin Wan'er's story, and a feeling of pity welled up in her heart. She remembered her own experience in the past, and she was dissatisfied with the constraints and arrangements of her family, so she resolutely left the Great Yan Dynasty. Now, seeing Lin Wan'er like this, she seemed to see herself in the past.

She patted Lin Wan'er's shoulder gently and said, "Miss Wan'er, don't be afraid, we are here. We will take you back to Jinling City and reunite your family." Her words were full of firmness and warmth, which made Lin Wan'er feel inexplicably moved.

That night, they spent an unforgettable night in the valley. Li Qingge and Jin Zhaodi took turns to take care of Lin Wan'er, allowing her to feel the warmth and love of the world. And Lin Wan'er gradually grew up and became stronger during this experience.

The next morning, when the first rays of sunlight shone into the valley, they were ready to go. Li Qingge supported Lin Wan'er, Jin Zhaodi carried the bag, and they set out on the journey back to Jinling City together.

On the way, they encountered many difficulties and challenges. Sometimes it was a rugged mountain road, sometimes it was a turbulent river, but they overcame them one by one. Li Qingge used his wisdom and courage to lead them all the way. And during this experience, Lin Wan'er gradually developed admiration and dependence on Li Qingge.

Finally, after going through countless hardships and dangers, they returned to Jinling City. Li Qingge sent Lin Wan'er back to her home to reunite her family, while she herself returned to her own residence with Jin Zhaodi.

The residence in Jinling City was indeed better than the scenery in the valley. It was a spacious and luxurious villa, decorated magnificently. Li Qingge arranged Jin Zhaodi in the best room and let her have a good rest. She herself began to get busy, handling the affairs of the Great Yan Dynasty.

She knew that she came back not only to bury her adoptive parents, but also for the future of Da Yan. She wanted to use her wisdom and courage to lead Da Yan to a more prosperous and powerful path. And Jin Zhaodi, Lin Wan'er and others would also become her strongest backing and supporters on this road.

The night is as dark as ink, and the moonlight is like water, gently sprinkled on the winding mountain road, adding a bit of mystery to this quiet night. The mountain breeze blows gently, bringing a bit of coolness, but also mixed with the unique freshness and fragrance of the mountains. In this quiet night, a burst of hurried footsteps broke the tranquility, accompanied by the rustling sound of clothes rubbing against each other, and faint whispers.

Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei, two travelers dressed in gorgeous clothes and with extraordinary temperament, were walking hurriedly on this mountain road. Their destination was Jinling in the distance, where there was prosperity and unlimited business opportunities. However, fate seemed to always like to make mistakes when people were not paying attention. Just as they were about to pass a steep cliff, a sudden gust of wind accompanied by the sound of heavy objects falling broke the silence of the night.

The two looked at each other, their hearts tightened, and they hurriedly quickened their pace and followed the sound. Under the moonlight, a woman was seen lying quietly on a protruding rock, with scattered clothes and a few broken beads beside her, flickering a faint light. The girl's skin was as smooth as freshly solidified cream, and it was even more crystal clear under the moonlight. She was so beautiful that it made people intoxicated. Even though she was unconscious at this moment, it was still difficult to hide her stunning appearance. The clothes she wore were both gorgeous and unique, embroidered with complicated patterns. At first glance, it was clear that she was a lady from a noble family.

Seeing this, Li Qingge frowned slightly, and an inexplicable emotion surged in her heart. She used her true energy, gently placed her hands on the woman's shoulders, and began to massage her. Her technique was gentle and precise, as if every bit of strength was just right, neither too much nor too little. As time passed, the woman's face gradually regained its rosy color, and her breathing gradually became stable.

Not long after, the girl slowly opened her eyes. Her eyes were like deep pools of water, flashing with confusion and surprise. She saw Qingge's handsome face, which, under the moonlight, looked like an immortal who had walked out of a painting, untainted by dust and otherworldly. She murmured to herself, "Where is this? Are you a god from heaven?"

Su Xiaomei was about to explain, but Qingge gently waved her hand to stop her. Qingge's voice was gentle and steady, with a hint of imperceptible warmth: "We are just passing merchants, planning to go to Jinling to do some business. We didn't expect to pass by here and see you suddenly fall down. It really scared us."

Xiaomei was extremely smart and saw through Qingge's intention at a glance. She didn't want to expose her identity directly, so she said, "You were on the verge of death. Fortunately, you fell on our cushion. The soft cotton wool reduced your impact. If you had changed to something else, the consequences would have been disastrous."

After hearing this, the girl was stunned for a while, with a flash of gratitude and fear in her eyes. She struggled to get up, but failed because of her weak body. Tears rolled in her eyes, and finally she couldn't hold it back and burst out, choking and unable to speak: "Thank you all! I..."

Seeing this, Qingge couldn't help but feel pity for him. She asked softly, "Why did you come to this high mountain alone at this late hour? Did someone plot against you?"

The girl nodded with tears in her eyes, her voice filled with endless sorrow: "Yes, it was my husband who pushed me down!"

"Husband?" When these words came out, Qingge and Xiaomei were both stunned, with disbelief written all over their faces. Husband and wife should be the closest people, how could they be so cruel? This is simply unscrupulous!

The girl's cry sounded particularly desolate in the silent night. She cried and said, "My name is Du Ruolan, and I am the daughter of the local famous Du Daozheng. His Majesty implemented the Great Yan New Deal and called for the return of land to the country. My father was the first to respond. He not only donated his land, but also paid for bridge and road construction and relief for the poor, so the family was able to keep the wealth. My father only has me as his daughter, and His Majesty advocates gender equality, and daughters also have inheritance rights, so he notarized all the family property and transferred it to my name. Not long after, I met a man named Qi Zhigao..."

At this point, Du Ruolan's voice trembled, as if that memory was a scar in her heart that would never heal. Li Qingge was surprised when she heard the name "Qi Zhigao". She had heard of this name before, but she never thought that she would have an intersection with the owner of this name at this moment.

Du Ruolan noticed Qingge's reaction and asked in confusion: "Do you know this person too?"

Qingge shook her head, her tone calm but with a barely perceptible heaviness: "I don't know him, I've only heard of his name."

Du Ruolan continued, her voice floating in the night wind, as if telling a distant and sad story: "Qi Zhigao, he was originally just an ordinary beggar, but by chance, he was hit by my hydrangea and became my husband. At first, I was unwilling to accept this marriage, but my father said that it was God's will and part of the test for me. So, I reluctantly accepted him. However, as time went by, I found that he was not a person who was content with the status quo. He longed for power and wealth, and was eyeing my property. I tried to influence him with my sincerity, hoping that he would cherish the fate between us, but he became more and more greedy, and even began to plan how to take everything from me."

At this point, Du Ruolan burst into tears again. She sobbed and said, "Tonight, he brought me to this cliff, saying that he had something to tell me. I didn't expect that he would push me off the cliff when I was not prepared! If you hadn't shown up in time, I'm afraid I would have..."

When Li Qingge heard this, she was filled with anger. She had never thought that there would be such a vicious person in this world! She held Du Ruolan's hand tightly and said firmly: "Ruolan, don't worry, we will definitely help you get justice! A man as cruel as Qi Zhigao must not be allowed to go unpunished!" Du Ruolan felt the warmth of Qingge's heart, and an inexplicable sense of security surged in her heart. She looked up at Qingge, with gratitude and trust in her eyes: "Thank you, benefactor! I am willing to follow you and expose Qi Zhigao's true face together!"

So, the three decided to go to Jinling together. On the way, Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei took good care of Du Ruolan, not only healing her wounds, but also often counseling her, allowing her to gradually come out of the shadows. Du Ruolan also told them more about Qi Zhigao and her experience at home.

As the journey progressed, they gradually approached Jinling. The city was brightly lit and bustling, completely different from the mountain scenery before. They found an inn to stay in and began to plan how to expose Qi Zhigao's crimes.

During their time in Jinling, Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei used their connections and resources to investigate Qi Zhigao's background. They found that Qi Zhigao was not only greedy, but also had close ties with some officials of the Great Yan New Deal. These officials used their power to provide Qi Zhigao with a lot of convenience, allowing him to run rampant in Jinling City.

In order to collect more evidence, Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei decided to sneak into Qi Zhigao's mansion. Using their superb martial arts and wisdom, they successfully avoided the guards of the mansion and sneaked into Qi Zhigao's study. There, they found a lot of evidence of Qi Zhigao's crimes, including his secret letters with other officials, and account books of embezzlement and bribery.

With this evidence, Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei decided to report the case to the Jinling government immediately. They took Du Ruolan and the evidence they had collected to the Jinling government office. In the government office, they detailed Qi Zhigao's crimes to the officials and presented the evidence.

The officials were all shocked when they saw the evidence. They did not expect Qi Zhigao to be so bold as to commit such a heinous crime in Jinling City. So they immediately ordered Qi Zhigao to be arrested and further investigated.

With the help of Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei, Du Ruolan finally got justice. Qi Zhigao was sentenced to a heavy sentence and his crimes were made public. Du Ruolan also regained her confidence and dignity. She decided to stay in Jinling and start a new life.

During her time in Jinling, Du Ruolan developed a deep friendship with Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei. They experienced many ups and downs together and faced difficulties and challenges together. This experience made their friendship stronger and their lives more exciting.

Finally, when everything was settled, Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei decided to continue their journey. They said goodbye to Du Ruolan and set off on the road to a distant place. Du Ruolan stood on the city wall of Jinling and watched them go away. Her heart was full of gratitude and blessings. She knew that this experience would become the most precious memory of her life.

As Qingge expected, Du Ruolan's thrilling fall off the cliff was caused by Qi Zhigao's men. This news was like a bolt from the blue, and Qingge's heart suddenly tightened. Her clenched fists trembled slightly, and her eyes flashed with uncontrollable anger.

Du Ruolan, the once smiling and gentle woman, now looks haggard, with fear and sorrow in her eyes. After inheriting her family's huge wealth, she should have lived a carefree life, but things did not go as she wished, and her father Du Daozheng suddenly passed away. At that time, she felt heartbroken and was almost broken by sadness. Her world seemed to collapse overnight, losing its color, leaving only endless gloom and despair.

At this moment, Qi Zhigao suddenly appeared in the darkness and broke into her world. With a mysterious smile, he seemed to be able to see through her inner fragility, and his seemingly warm words penetrated into her heart little by little. However, this light was false, like a rose with poisonous thorns, which made Du Ruolan fall into the abyss unknowingly.

Qi Zhigao is a man who has all the necessary skills, but he is incredibly lazy. He would rather be a beggar than find a proper job to support his family. He was extremely poor and had no chance of impressing a lady like Du Ruolan. However, things are unpredictable. He happened to catch up with the land reform promoted by Qingge and was allocated a good piece of land. Qingge, the woman who was dedicated to the people and pushed for reform, wanted to nationalize the land and not allow it to be bought and sold casually, but those who did not want to farm could rent the land to farmers and collect some rent. Such a policy was originally intended to allow more people to have land to farm and food to eat, but it was unexpected that a rogue like Qi Zhigao took advantage of it.

Qi Zhigao was so determined that he sold the 20-year lease of the land for a large sum of money. With the money, he immediately bought a bunch of gorgeous clothes and jewelry, and dressed himself up from head to toe. He stood in front of the mirror, looking at the new self in the mirror, with a smug smile on his face. It is said that it is boring to walk at night in gorgeous clothes. He was wearing gorgeous clothes and swindling people everywhere. In addition, he had read a few books and pretended to be gentle and elegant, just like a gentleman.

At that time, Du Ruolan was immersed in the great pain of losing her father. How could she resist his gentle offensive? Not long after, she was deceived by Qi Zhigao's sugar-coated bullets and got together with him and became husband and wife. However, this marriage became the biggest nightmare of her life.

Qi Zhigao spent money like water, and soon he had squandered all the rent for 20 years. He began to become anxious, fearing that Du Ruolan would divorce him after knowing it, and even more afraid that she would take back the wealth that originally belonged to her. So, he simply went all out and tricked her into going up the mountain to see the stars.

It was a clear night, the sky was starry and the moonlight was like water. Du Ruolan was coaxed by Qi Zhigao and happily followed him up the mountain. She thought it was a romantic date, but she didn't expect it was a long-planned conspiracy. Qi Zhigao pushed her off the cliff when she was not paying attention. The wilderness cliff was bottomless, and the howling wind sounded like the call of the god of death. During the fall, Du Ruolan only felt a strong sense of weightlessness, and then endless darkness and fear.

Qi Zhigao stood on the edge of the cliff, watching Du Ruolan's figure gradually disappear in the darkness, a hideous smile appeared on his face. He thought his trick was perfect. The cliff was so high that Du Ruolan would be bloody and unrecognizable after falling down. Moreover, the law of the Great Yan Kingdom is that the presumption of innocence is the law. As long as no one testifies against him, he can get away with it. He also heard that a woman's property belongs to her husband after marriage, and if she dies, it goes to her son, and if there is no son, it goes to her parents' home. Originally, he couldn't think of touching Du Ruolan's property, but the new marriage law of the Great Yan Kingdom stipulates that spouses can inherit each other's property. Du Ruolan's parents are gone, and she has no children, so won't all her property fall into his hands? Thinking of this, his heart was filled with pride and greed.

However, the net of heaven is vast and nothing can escape it. Du Ruolan did not die. She was caught by a tree during the fall and saved her life. She struggled to climb up, covered with scars, and her heart was filled with fear and anger. She finally saw the true face of Qi Zhigao. The man who had been gentle and considerate to her turned out to be such a vicious and greedy demon.

Du Ruolan cried and found Qingge, telling her about her experience. Qingge was shocked and angry after listening. She didn't expect that not long after the policy of gender equality was implemented, someone would rush to take advantage of the law to plunder wealth. She looked at Du Ruolan's scars and the fear in her eyes, and her heart was filled with sympathy and anger. She held Du Ruolan's hand tightly and said firmly: "Ruolan, don't be afraid, I will help you get justice!"

Seeing that Qingge was about to explode with anger, Xiaomei quickly dragged Du Ruolan to find Jin Zhaodi to comfort her. Jin Zhaodi was a gentle and kind woman. She gently stroked Du Ruolan's hair and comforted her, "Don't be afraid. We are here. Qi Zhigao, the devil, will definitely receive the punishment he deserves."

After Du Ruolan left, Qingge was still furious. She sat at the desk, clenched her fists, and her eyes flashed with determination. She sneered and said word by word: "Okay! Okay! How dare you use my law to seek wealth and kill people! If I let him go like this, where is justice! I, Qingge, swear that I must make Qi Zhigao receive the punishment he deserves, and let everyone know that the law is not for loopholes, but for protecting every kind person!"

After saying that, she stood up and walked out with big strides. She knew that the battle had just begun, but she was fully prepared. No matter what difficulties she encountered, she would persist until she brought the devil to justice!
The sun shone obliquely on the magnificent palace. Li Qingge, wearing a luxurious dragon robe, sat on the high dragon throne, revealing unquestionable majesty between her brows. She called out loudly: "Yang Tianxiong——" The voice echoed in the hall, carrying a power that could not be ignored.

Tianxiong involuntarily straightened his body when he heard the voice, as if he was pulled by an invisible force. With a serious face and a firm gaze, he replied, "I am here!" His voice was loud and powerful, revealing his loyalty and determination to the queen.

Li Qingge's eyes fell on Tianxiong, as if she could see through his inner determination. She said slowly: "You should investigate this matter quickly. Once the evidence is conclusive, you must punish him severely. I want to use this thief as a negative example to let the world know that anyone who dares to commit the evil of robbing money and killing people again will be severely punished by law!" Her voice revealed unquestionable determination and her persistent pursuit of justice.

"Yes, sir!" Tianxiong answered loudly, his voice revealing a firm belief. He knew very well that this was not only a promise to the Queen, but also an adherence to justice.

However, just as Tianxiong was about to turn around and leave, Li Qingge frowned slightly, as if she had thought of something. She continued, "Wait a minute... Du Daozheng had just passed away, and Qi Zhigao hurriedly approached Du Ruolan. I suspect there is a hidden secret behind this. Not only should you investigate the murder of Du Ruolan, but you should also work with the prefect to investigate the cause of Du Daozheng's death." Her voice revealed her desire for the truth and her persistence in justice.

Tianxiong was shocked when he heard this. He knew the complexity and difficulty behind this case. However, he did not back down, but firmly accepted the order and said, "I obey your order!" After that, he mounted his horse, holding the golden medal and arrow, and went straight to the government office.

In the government office, the prefect was busy handling official business when he suddenly heard the sound of hurried horse hooves approaching from afar. He looked up and saw a knight in official uniform and holding a golden medal and arrow galloping towards him. The prefect was shocked and thought he had made a big mistake and would be severely punished. However, when the knight revealed his identity and claimed to be Yang Tianxiong, a confidant sent by Her Majesty the Queen, the prefect was relieved and breathed a long sigh of relief.

Tianxiong conveyed the queen's will to the prefect. When he learned that Her Majesty personally inquired into this vicious case of a husband killing his wife and attempting to seize her property, the prefect was furious. He knew that this matter was of great importance. If he handled it well, he might be appreciated by His Majesty and have a bright future; if he handled it poorly, he might lose his official position. So he was very alert and immediately sent people to conduct a detailed investigation.

Although the reputation of this prefect among the people was not very good, his ability was indeed outstanding. He acted vigorously and conducted a thorough investigation, not even sparing the distant relatives of the Du family. He sent his men to collect evidence everywhere, interview witnesses, and even resorted to lynching to interrogate those who might know the truth. Under his strict supervision, the investigation progressed rapidly.

At this time, Du Ruolan was lying on the sickbed, pale and weak. She recalled the thrilling scene that day, and she was still frightened. She didn't expect that she almost died under that desolate cliff. Fortunately, she was saved by a kind hunter and was able to save her life.

Recalling Qi Zhigao's evil deeds, Du Ruolan was filled with anger and hatred. She once thought that Qi Zhigao was the one who could protect her and bring her happiness. However, the facts proved that he was just a greedy and insidious demon. She decided to expose his true face no matter what and let him receive the punishment he deserved.

Under the careful investigation of the prefect, the truth gradually surfaced. It turned out that everything Du Ruolan said was true. Qi Zhigao was indeed the murderer who pushed her off the cliff. The prefect used the newly introduced footprint identification technology to find the footprints of the two people and other key evidence on the edge of the cliff, forming a complete chain of evidence. These evidences proved Qi Zhigao's crime beyond doubt.

As for the cause of Du Daozheng's death, it was found out that it was someone else's fault, not Qi Zhigao. Instead, the relatives of the Du family coveted the Du family's property and wanted to kill him. After killing Du Daozheng, they forced Du Ruolan to hand over the property in the name of the elders. These relatives thought that as long as Du Ruolan died, they could legitimately inherit the Du family's property. However, they did not expect that their evil deeds would eventually be exposed.

The Great Yan Dynasty was just established, and the people's hearts had not yet been completely won over. Especially the older generation, they still clung to the old ideas. They believed that after a daughter got married, she was no longer a family member, and the property naturally could not flow out. Therefore, when they heard that Du Daozheng was planning to pass his property to his daughter Du Ruolan, they wanted to kill him. They jointly planned a conspiracy to kill Du Ruolan and seize her property.

Qi Zhigao accidentally witnessed these evil deeds and had evil thoughts in his heart. Although he was not a good person, he was quite familiar with the law. He knew that if Du Daozheng died, Du Ruolan would inherit his property. So he secretly planned a conspiracy to kill Du Ruolan and seize her property. He took advantage of Du Ruolan's trust in him, approached her and tried to confuse her. However, Du Ruolan was not someone who could be easily deceived.

Du Ruolan was bewitched by Qi Zhigao because he was handsome and treated her well. He also stood up to protect her when her relatives forced her to hand over her property. He broke the conspiracy of her relatives based on the law. This made Du Ruolan feel deeply grateful and trustful towards him. However, she never expected that this seemingly kind and upright man would be a sinister and vicious murderer.

When the prefect told Du Ruolan the truth, she burst into tears, her heart filled with grief and anger. She decided to personally testify against Qi Zhigao and the relatives who killed her father and let them receive the punishment they deserved.

Finally, under the strict supervision of the prefect, Qi Zhigao and the relatives who killed Du Daozheng were captured one by one. They were escorted to the capital to be tried by the queen. During the trial, they confessed their crimes and received the punishment they deserved. Du Ruolan was also able to clear her grievances and regain her property and dignity.

This case caused a sensation throughout the Great Yan Dynasty. People were discussing the truth behind this vicious case and the queen's persistent pursuit of justice. They knew that only a firm and fair monarch like the queen could lead them to a more prosperous and stable future. And Du Ruolan's experience also reminded people to be wary of those who seem kind and upright, so as not to be deceived by their appearance. At the same time, she also proved the power of justice and courage with her actions, allowing people to see hope and light.

In the vast land of the Great Yan Nation, the law is like an iron rule, firmly binding the hearts of every citizen. Murder, a word that makes people shudder, is regarded as a top crime, and its punishment is severe enough to scare anyone with evil thoughts - capital punishment, which is the most severe judgment for sin.

Du Daozheng, an old man who should have enjoyed the happiness of family life, unfortunately met with the murder of his own relatives. It was a rainy day, and a silent conspiracy was quietly unfolding in the Du family's mansion. Du Daozheng, an elder who was always known for his kindness, was pushed into the abyss of death by the betrayal of his family. His death, like a gust of cold wind, blew away the tranquility of the Du family and shocked the entire Great Yan Kingdom.

Du Ruolan, Du Daozheng's only daughter, chose to be strong in the face of this sudden change. She had the opportunity to get compensation, and even to be pardoned because of the emperor's grace, but she resolutely refused it all. Her eyes revealed an indescribable firmness and determination, as if saying: "What I want is not monetary compensation, but justice!"

The trial process of the case was full of twists and turns. The main criminal, the relative who pushed Du Daozheng into the abyss of death, has been sentenced to death. His life was like a candle in the wind, extinguished in an instant. And those who followed him to do bad things were sentenced to fixed-term imprisonment ranging from more than ten years to several years, depending on the severity of their crimes. They will spend a long time behind bars and pay the price for their crimes.

However, in this complicated case, there is another person whose name, like a shadow, hangs over the whole incident - Qi Zhigao. He was once Du Ruolan's fiancé, but due to greed and jealousy, he attempted to push Du Ruolan into the abyss of death. Fortunately, Qingge, the queen of the Great Yan Kingdom, came to her aid in time, preventing Qi Zhigao's conspiracy from succeeding.