When I came to Shuiyue Palace again, the atmosphere was completely different from before.
Although there were many guards around Shuiyue Palace in the past, they were just normal. But now, there are no longer just three steps, one post, five steps, and one sentry, but there are even sentries standing in ambush to keep an eye on the palace, as well as some corners that are fleeting. The figures and eyes hidden in the shadows and darkness told Li Chengfeng clearly that this place had become a big prison where no flies could fly in and no mice could escape!
The originally quiet and pleasant Shuiyue Palace now became deserted and solemn. Normally, it was staffed with the largest number of palace maids and eunuchs, but now the largest number of palace maids and eunuchs were divine guards and powerful eunuchs.
There were no pretty maids at the door, only guards armed to the teeth. After inspecting the mechanical jade pendant in Li Chengfeng's hand, they carefully verified its authenticity before letting Li Chengfeng enter the Shuiyue Palace.
Under the guidance of a palace maid and eunuch, Li Chengfeng entered the palace with Liu Sumei, Xiao Lingdang, Zhao Xiaobao and Han Tianxing, and the three of them went to the depths of the palace together.
Entering the palace, the maids gradually saw more and more people along the way. They usually lived in this deep palace and it was extremely rare to see strangers.
Before entering the back hall, I heard a shrill scream: "Your Majesty, I want to see Your Majesty! Your Majesty, I have been wronged, I have been wronged! I have served Your Majesty for so many years, and I have to be cautious. , I am afraid that Your Majesty will be unhappy and uncomfortable, why would I want to murder Your Majesty! Your Majesty, Your Majesty!! I have been wronged!!"
These shouts echoed in the silent and empty harem, making people feel creepy.
A fat and fair-skinned eunuch led Li Chengfeng to the door of the apse, and then said to him seriously: "Concubine Ming is your Majesty's favorite concubine. The mystery case is pending and the real culprit has not been determined. Although it is an investigation and interrogation, Li Chengfeng Sir, you must also pay attention to your sense of propriety."
Li Chengfeng nodded and said, "Of course I know this. Thank you for your advice, father-in-law."
The eunuch put on a smile and said: "Master Li, don't dislike our verbosity. After all, Master Li is young and promising, and his future is limitless. There are many rules in this harem, and the laws are like a mountain. They are stern and formidable. Master Li must not do this." Ruining a great future in this harem!"
Li Chengfeng smiled and said: "Thank you for your advice, father-in-law. If you have any other teachings, father-in-law, Li is all ears."
The eunuch waved his hands and said with a smile: "Don't dare, don't dare, it's just that any interrogation will have to be conducted under our watch. I hope Lord Li will forgive me."
Li Chengfeng nodded and said: "I also need a few real people to help me here. I hope my father-in-law can understand me."
The eunuch said with a smile: "As long as we can find out the truth, repay Heaven's favor and repay the Emperor's favor, all these can be expedient."
Li Chengfeng, Liu Sumei and others exchanged glances with each other. Amidst the creaking of the door, they saw that the deep palace opened its door to them. It was dark and gloomy inside, and there were no lights that should be used. stand up.
Li Chengfeng walked into the hall. His entering figure immediately attracted Concubine Ming's attention, and Concubine Ming immediately rushed out. Li Chengfeng saw her at a glance, and saw that her hair was disheveled, her skin was pale, her eyes were sunken, and her eye circles were red. Red, obviously caused by crying and panic.
When Concubine Ming saw Li Chengfeng, she immediately rushed forward, stretched out her hand to grab Li Chengfeng, and said loudly: "Are you the person sent by His Majesty? Where is Your Majesty? I want to see Your Majesty! Your Majesty knows that I will never concubine you." Maybe he is the one who wants to harm him! I am alone, always by Your Majesty's side. Only Your Majesty is my only relative. If Your Majesty is safe, I will be safe. If Your Majesty is in danger, I will be in danger! How could I poison Your Majesty? ah!"
These words were spoken with such sincerity and sadness that even Iron Man would be moved when he heard the words. Zhao Xiaobao and Han Tianxing on the side glanced at each other subconsciously, muttering secretly in their hearts.
Did the young master/senior brother really make a mistake
No matter from which angle you look at it, it is impossible for Concubine Ming to kill the emperor, because among all the suspects here, only the emperor is dead, which will not harm her at all!
She has no motive for committing the crime!
Li Chengfeng was not moved by Concubine Ming's words. He ducked aside to avoid physical contact with Concubine Ming. Liu Sumei grabbed her hand and said to her softly: "Concubine Ming, please don't panic. I am here to express condolences to Concubine Ming on behalf of Your Majesty and to ask a few words."
Concubine Ming's eyes immediately widened with surprise on her face, and she trembled: "I knew that Your Majesty would never forget me, Your Majesty would never abandon me! What did Your Majesty say? He knew that I was wrongly accused. ?"
Li Chengfeng said to Concubine Ming: "Concubine Ming, please be at peace. I'm just here to ask Concubine Ming a few questions. After asking, everything will be fine. If Concubine Ming is innocent, I will clear Concubine Ming's grievances and let Your Majesty see a beautiful woman." Innocent Concubine Ming, how are you?"
As expected, Concubine Ming felt much more at ease. She looked at Li Chengfeng eagerly and said, "Are you in front of Lord Li? I was rude just now, please forgive me Lord Li."
After that, she gave a slight salute, and Li Chengfeng quickly dodged again.
Concubine Ming said: "Whatever Lord Li wants to ask, I know everything about it and can tell you everything."
Li Chengfeng showed a very gentle smile and asked, "May I ask how old Concubine Ming is this year?"
Concubine Ming was stunned for a moment, obviously not expecting that Li Chengfeng would ask such a sensitive and useless question as his first question. She hesitated and said, "I am twenty-eight this year..."
Li Chengfeng nodded and asked, "May I ask in what year did Concubine Ming enter the palace?"
Concubine Ming was stunned again. She subconsciously clenched her hands and said, "I entered the palace on the 13th day of the first month of the first year of Tianqi..."
Li Chengfeng nodded and said with a smile, "Concubine Ming remembers it clearly."
Concubine Ming forced a smile and said: "Of course I remember such a big event very clearly..."
Li Chengfeng asked again: "How dare I ask Concubine Ming which piece of clothing she likes to wear the most on weekdays?"
Concubine Ming was completely confused. She didn't understand why Li Chengfeng suddenly asked her about her dressing preferences. She asked, "Does this have anything to do with clearing my name?"
Li Chengfeng smiled and said: "Of course it does matter. Concubine Ming just answers. If you know, answer. If you don't know, answer "don't know."
Concubine Ming nodded and said: "My favorite thing is the Chuanyuntianhongshang that your Majesty gave me. It was the first time your Majesty gave me a gift. I will remember it with gratitude! Although it has been sixteen years It has been a long time, but I have kept this piece of clothing in perfect condition. Sir Li, would you like to take a look? I take it out every night and put it next to my pillow to sleep."
Li Chengfeng smiled and said, "Okay, I can also open my eyes."
Concubine Ming suddenly laughed like a child. She immediately jumped up and said cheerfully: "Master Li, please wait a moment while I go change my clothes."
After saying that, she turned around and walked away quickly, like a butterfly.
Li Chengfeng watched her figure go away with a meaningful smile on his face.
The palace maids and eunuchs on the side watched Li Chengfeng exchange glances with each other, looking at each other with strong distrust and doubt in their eyes.
What the hell is this Lord Li doing
Does he know how to investigate a case
Can he find out the truth by investigating the case this way