Prince and His Forensic Beauty: Volume 8

By Qiao Mei

She was immortal and did not die of old age. She used a knife in her hand to unravel all the mysteries around her. He, the current prince, calmly played chess with every move he made. A broken piece of jade pushed the two unrelated people together. She gave up love and wanted nothing more than to find a way to live. Facing each other day and night, a deep love, hand in hand and retreat, cutting through thorns and thorns. Power conspiracy, mystery, who was the most important person!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Aug 3, 2020
• ISBN: 9781636222073

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CHAPTER 701 - BACK TO THE PALACE

Seeing that Qi Fengxi and Qi Sumu understood what she meant, she said, I'm leaving.

Qi Sumu and Qi Fengxi stood up at the same time and sent Su Jia'er off with their eyes.

Little Hai led the way, while Su Jia'er, Liu Dong Ran, and Liu Lu Ran followed behind. She glanced at the entrance of the palace. Just now, she had forgotten to remind Yi Mo to run around.

On the way to the Eternal Music Palace, Su Jia'er kept thinking about the meaning of the character that the Lian Royal Concubine had carved. Imperial Consort Zhao lived in the Eternal Music Palace, while the Empress lived in the Eternal Fortune Palace. Did the Imperial Concubine Lian point to one of them? And the word 'river' left behind by his concubine, what did it mean? He was referring to Imperial Concubine Jiang?

Arriving at the door of the Yongle Palace, Little Hai told the eunuch at the door that Deacon Su wanted to pay a visit to the Consort Zhao.

The eunuch came out not long after he entered the room. He said to Su Jia'er, Deacon Su, esteemed wangfei has just taken a rest. Why don't you wait a little longer?

There's no need. I'll wait here for esteemed wangfei. When she's awake, I'll go in. Su Jia'er said indifferently. After such a big incident, she didn't believe that Consort Zhao could sleep. If it was anyone else, she would believe it, but it would be strange if a person with Consort Zhao's extreme personality that liked to cause trouble could fall asleep peacefully. The only reason why Zhao Fei didn't see her was to intimidate her, but she, Su Jia'er, had never been one to back down.

After the eunuch heard Su Jia'er's words, his face turned awkward. Obviously, this Enforcer Su did not like this. He could only smile apologetically and said, Enforcer Su, please forgive me.

Behind Su Jia'er, Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu Ran looked at each other with calm expressions.

Little Hai said, Eunuch Zhuo, Deacon Su is under the orders of the Emperor, please go and report to him again.

The eunuch heard her words and spoke in a harsh tone, Eunuch Hai, what you said is wrong. We are all serving in the palace, and Master is resting. Why are we going to wake Master up? Isn't this a bit too much of a rule? Honorable and humble.

The eunuch's words sounded like he was saying it for the sake of Little Hai, but in reality, he was saying it for Su Jia'er's sake. The eunuch's words sounded like he was saying it for the sake of Little Hai, but in reality, he was saying it for the sake of Su Jia'er.

How could Su Jia'er be at a loss for words? She stopped the little Hai Zi who was about to speak and said, Eunuch Ji's words are wrong. Eunuch Hai means that I have the royal decree and the royal medal. As she spoke, she took out the emperor's golden medal from her waist. Seeing this gold medal as if the emperor had come in person, esteemed imperial concubine Zhao should know this logic. This official believes that esteemed Empress Zhao wouldn't possibly avoid the emperor, right?"

Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu Ran were both used to pleasantries, but this Enforcer Su was extremely beautiful when dealing with someone else in the same way. Their calm expressions revealed a hint of worry. This Deacon Su was not easy to fool.

When Eunuch Ji saw the gold medal, he immediately knelt down. He had not expected Su Jia'er to beat him up. This servant will go report to esteemed wangfei now.

With that, she got up and was about to leave when Su Jia'er said, Please wait a moment, Eunuch Zhuan.

Eunuch Ji stopped in his tracks and looked at Su Jia'er.

Su Jia'er added, Just now Eunuch Hai didn't tell us everything. He just told you to report to esteemed wangfei. Esteemed wangfei, this is how Eunuch Ji should report to esteemed wangfei. Deacon Su, acting on the emperor's orders, brought along Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu to confirm with esteemed wangfei what happened that year. She believed that when the Consort Zhao heard these words, she would definitely summon her over immediately.

This servant obeys the decree.

When Consort Zhao returned to the Eternal Music Palace, she was so angry that her teeth were itching when she thought about what happened at the Eternal Longevity Palace today. She really wanted to skin and pull out Su Jia'er's tendons in order to quell the hatred in her heart. The empress and the others were all watching her act. Even the emperor and the grand imperial concubine wouldn't help her. Right now, the emperor was placing a high value on Qi Sumu, so she couldn't vent her anger on Qi Sumu to prevent the emperor from finding out that something was amiss.

The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. All of the vases and teacups in the room were thrown to the ground by her, causing a few palace maids to kneel in fright. Your Highness, please calm your anger.

Seeing how the palace maids were cowering, she was even more infuriated. She stepped forward and slapped the maids one by one. Useless things, these are just useless things. A small matter can scare you to this extent. She was so angry that she could only scold him.

At this moment, Eunuch Ji walked in and saw that Imperial Concubine Zhao was angry. He immediately broke into a smile. Your servant greets Empress.

When she saw Eunuch Ji, she glared at him in annoyance. What's the matter?

Eunuch Hai and Deacon Su from the Hall of Heaven's Tribute are outside the palace. They said that they wanted to see the Empress.

That girl from the city has come? Consort Zhao's rage flared up, She actually dared to come knocking on her door. If I don't give her face, she won't know how high the sky is and how deep the earth is.

She said to the court ladies kneeling, All of you, get up and clean this place up, and then follow me out.

While the palace maid was cleaning the palace, she thought for a moment. No, she shouldn't have gone out to see Su Jia'er. She took a look outside and saw that it was the bright sun outside. She immediately realized what was happening.

She smiled and said to Eunuch Ji, Go tell that Deacon Su, I have just rested up and told her to wait outside a while longer.

Eunuch Ji accepted the order and left. Empress Zhao leaned back in her chair and twirled the ring on her index finger. You want to see me, but I have to see you? In your dreams! The sun was shining so brightly outside that Su Jia'er did not even want to bask in the sunlight for more than two hours. She really did not plan to see it!

Not long after, Eunuch Ji hurried back. Your servant pays his respects to the Empress.

The empress dowager, who was enjoying the court lady's petting, looked impatiently at Eunuch Zhuo. Eunuch Zhuo, didn't I say not to bother me if there's nothing to do?

Esteemed Empress, it's Deacon Su. She said …

What did she say? Consort Zhao was full of impatience.

She said that the Emperor told her to bring Liu Lu Ran and Liu Dong Ran to confirm what happened that year. After which, he slowly said.

What? Consort Zhao's body stiffened, just in time for the palace maid to press a bit harder on her tendons. She raised her hand and slapped the palace maid. Scram for me, it's clumsy and clumsy.

The palace maid covered her face, not daring to speak as she hurriedly crawled out of the room.

The other palace maids were already used to this sort of random act. They were only servants, unable to disobey orders. They could only beg for the concubine's anger not to be vented on them.

Let them in, she said to Eunuch Ji. This empress doesn't believe that a spiteful monkey can find a mountain of five fingers like Buddha. Su Jia'er actually used the Emperor to threaten her, and now she had a huge debt to settle with her.

When Eunuch Ji saw that she wasn't infuriated, he hurriedly replied, This servant will go right away.

Su Jia'er and Little Hai waited outside the palace for a while longer before Eunuch Ji came out. He said to Su Jia'er, Deacon Su, the Empress just happened to wake up and let you in.

When Little Hai heard this, he thought it was nonsense. He had just been resting, and now he was awake. Young Master Su really did have a way to make a troublesome thorn like Consort Zhao see them obediently.

CHAPTER 702 - WISHY-WASHY

She took out the broken jade and examined it closely. After she opened the sacred land, she had always carried the star board with her. She did not enter the Sacred Land, but instead committed suicide by the Sacred Land's riverbank. Therefore, all of this might have something to do with the Star Plate or the Sacred Grounds.

She decided to collect all the broken jade and return to the Sacred Land to take a look. As for Ah Xiu's death, it further strengthened her resolve to collect the broken jade. However, she no longer wanted to go back and figure out how she revived. How could she not become old and immortal? Instead, she wanted to find a way to live an immortal life. She wanted to live a normal life, not an endless life.

Qi Fei Ge called out to Young Master Su and pulled Su Jia'er back from her memories. She greeted Qi Fei Ge respectfully, Your Highness.

Qi Fengxi looked at Su Jia'er. She seemed to have lost her train of thought just now. What was she thinking?

Su Xiaoyi turned around and saw that the person who had rushed past him just now was none other than Qi Fei Ge. Qi Fei Ge glanced at him and saw him looking at her. She put one hand on her waist as she pointed at Su Xiaoyi and said, You're lying to me. You're clearly not a eunuch. That day, Qi Fei Ge had always thought that Su Xiaoyi was a young eunuch. It was only later on that Qi Fei Ge recalled that Su Xiaoyi was not a eunuch.

Su Xiaoyi was already feeling depressed because of Su Jia'er, so Qi Fei Ge just happened to hit him on the head. He retorted, Your Highness, this commoner didn't say that this commoner was a eunuch. Your Highness can only imagine it.

You, you, you … Qi Fei was stuttering when she heard Su Xiaoyi's words. Su Xiaoyi had indeed said that he was not a eunuch, but she did not react in time.

I … I … I … What?

Su Xiaoyi imitated Qi Fei Ge's stuttering manner. Qi Fei raised her sleeves angrily and said, You scum! If I don't deal with you today, I'll give you my surname, Wang Ba!

Hearing this, Su Xiaoyi turned to Su Jia'er and said, Young master, your highness said you're surnamed Wang. He had the same surname as his young master, Su. If this unruly princess called him Wang Ba, then wouldn't that mean that his young master's surname was Wang Ba?

Qi Fengxi frowned and was about to stop Qi Feige when Su Jia'er stopped him, 19th Master, let them argue. I like this princess' straightforward personality. Xiaoyi, he followed me around when he was young. His character couldn't be considered perfect, but it's better than nothing."

Qi Fengxi immediately understood Su Jia'er's intentions. She wanted Qi Fei Ge and Su Xiaoyi to get along with each other more than they could chew. In that case, the two of them would probably meet face to face. He looked at Su Xiaoyi and Qi Fei Ge. The song was unruly and willful, but meeting Su Xiaoyi meant meeting his nemesis. Perhaps they had already met a great opportunity. The royal father and the royal grandmother did not have high requirements for the song of the Prince Consort, they only hoped that the song would be happy. Besides, if Su Xiaoyi followed Su Jia'er, his capabilities would definitely not be any worse than hers. In the future, he would have a position as an official in the imperial court, and that would be a good match for Song.

With that in mind, Qi Fengxi no longer planned to stop Qi Fei.

Su Jia'er understood what Qi Fengxi meant, and she said to Su Xiaoyi, Xiaoyi, the princess is playing with you.

Young Master actually didn't help him! Su Xiaoyi pouted his lips in sadness. He was surprised to see a newbie laughing at an old man. Young master, you are a bad guy who likes the new and hates the old.

Qi Feige saw that Su Jia'er wasn't going to help Su Xiaoyi and became even more enthusiastic. She smiled evilly and walked towards Su Xiaoyi. How dare you make trouble for us. Come and die quickly.

Qi Fei Ge's palace maids and eunuchs automatically stepped aside to avoid Qi Fei Ge's fists and feet from being blind and harming them.

Little Hai automatically moved to the side and said earnestly to Su Xiaoyi, Little Yi, take care of yourself.

Tu Sen looked at the situation before him, then looked at Su Jia'er and Qi Fengxi, who were moving around Qi Fei Ge and Su Xiaoyi. He raised his eyebrows slightly. Did these two really not care about Su Xiaoyi getting beaten up?

However, Tu Sen and the palace maids and eunuchs were mistaken. How could Su Xiaoyi be the one to stand on the spot and be beaten up? He immediately started running before Qi Fei Ge could approach him.

Su Jia'er and Qi Fengxi felt a gust of wind blow past them, and Su Xiaoyi instantly ran to the front. He stopped running and turned around to look at Qi Feige, who was still stunned on the spot. Princess, you want to beat this commoner up? If you have the ability, then catch up to this commoner.

Qi Fei Ge was stunned by Su Xiaoyi's hare like speed and no one had ever dared to run away before her. She glared at Su Xiaoyi, who was provoking her, and angrily said, You damned troublemaker! Stop right there! How dare you disobey my order! You're dead!

Finished, he rushed forward.

Su Jia'er felt another strong gust of wind pass by. Su Xiaoyi started running again while Qi Fei Ge chased after him.

Little Hai and the court ladies and eunuchs in Qi Fei Ge's palace were immediately dumbfounded. They didn't expect that there would be people who didn't fear Qi Fei Ge and still dare to provoke him.

Qi Fengxi watched as Su Xiaoyi and Qi Feige's silhouettes disappeared from her sight. She then asked Su Jia'er worriedly, Did Little Yi get beaten up by Little Song?

When Su Jia'er heard this, her eyes revealed a gentle smile, 19th Master, your highness can't beat Xiaoyi. Don't look at how Xiaoyi normally looks like when he's by my side. He is very clever, I am actually afraid that he will bully her highness."

That song has finally met someone who can cure her. Qi Fengxi laughed.

There was a trace of happiness in Su Jia'er's tone, It's just a small matter. We're enemies. If he could find a good wife for Su Xiaoyi, that would be a good thing. However, in matters like these, she could only be in charge of creating opportunities. Whether or not they could be together depended on the luck between them.

However, she had never thought that what she and Qi Fengxi had created was not good karma, but a bad karma.

Qi Fengxi felt that Su Jia'er was in a very good mood. She was not as distant and cold as she was before. He suddenly thought, 'Then what about the feelings she was looking forward to?' She was about the same age as him, and she didn't seem to be worried about her life at all. She was married and widowed. Had all her emotions been buried with her husband's death?

Have you ever thought of marrying again? He could not help but ask. There was even a hint of anticipation, a hint of desire, for her answer.

Qi Fengxi's question was like a pebble thrown into Su Jia'er's heart, which was as calm as the surface of a lake. Waves of ripples appeared on her heart, unable to calm down for a long time.

She suddenly raised her head and met Qi Fengxi's gentle eyes. The gentle smile, along with anticipation and even longing, was reflected in her eyes.

She did not know what he expected, what he desired.

But...

She did not want to delve too deeply into this desire, this desire.

She avoided his gaze and lowered her eyes, stabilizing her messy emotions and rippling heart. She replied indifferently, I'm already a widow, so I don't have the heart to cherish those romantic affairs. After pausing for a moment, she continued, Furthermore, with my status as a widow and my ability to investigate corpses and solve cases, which man would be willing to marry such a woman?

When Qi Fengxi heard those words, he felt a strong sense of loss in his heart. He didn't know why he felt such a sense of loss, he just felt a sense of loss. On second thought, perhaps as a friend, he felt sorry for her after finding out that she had such thoughts. But when he heard the rest of the words, the sense of loss instantly disappeared, and he responded with a deep, unwilling voice, I'm willing to marry.

I'm willing to marry. This involuntary thought frightened Qi Fengxi.

CHAPTER 703 - HE IS YAN LAN

Qi Fengxi looked at Su Jia'er with a gentle gaze. She didn't have any unnecessary feelings for Su Jia'er. Her gaze was as indifferent as her eyes, making others unable to see her feelings clearly. Seeing her so indifferent, he was frightened to the point that his mind gradually calmed down. She was always meticulous like a lotus flower that came out of the mud and was spotless, causing him to only be able to look at her and stand where he was, afraid that even reaching out his hand to touch her would cause everything to deteriorate.

He thought, maybe it was just like he had thought, standing behind her to protect her flying, that would be the friendship between friends. He would want to, perhaps because they were friends, and he could not bear her to grow old alone.

After he thought it through, he smiled gently at Su Jia'er and said, When I leave the imperial court, if you are not married yet, we will go to the bottom of the cliff together to live in seclusion. You will have me as your companion, at least not one of us will end up old. He could even imagine how carefree their lives at the bottom of the cliff would be.

Qi Fengxi's words caused Su Jia'er's body to stiffen. It took her a while before she managed to relax. What Qi Fengxi had said was also what she wanted.

However, she had no choice.

She indifferently replied, Thank you, 19th Master.

Qi Fengxi noticed Su Jia'er's cold attitude and explained, Don't misunderstand, I'm just a friend to a friend.

Of course not. Su Jia'er replied. She knew that Qi Fengxi never had any other intentions. He had always treated her as a close friend, but he was just being too loyal to her.

Tu Sen listened to Su Jia'er and Qi Fengxi's words. Even though he hadn't experienced the emotions of a romantic night, he still felt that there was a subtle connection between Su Jia'er and Master.

Arriving at the palace, the guard at the entrance saw Qi Fengxi and bowed. Greetings, Prince Nineteen.

No need to stand up. Qi Fengxi said gently.

At this moment, one of the guards reported to Qi Fengxi, The Seventh Prince has come. He's inside.

Qi Fengxi nodded.

Su Jia'er frowned, Qi Susu's efficiency was quite high.

In the pavilion, Qi Susu was sitting on a stone bench. Beside him were two women. They were both good-looking, with tender skin and wearing the most popular colorful dresses in the market.

Qi Sumu had changed into a new robe, it was no longer the robe she wore before she left the palace. Su Jia'er thought to herself that this must be a bad taste of rotten water.

The coroner, Hera, and Hera were not present. Qimu must have found Hera and Hera, and informed them that she was looking for them. Hera and Hera were desperate, and would certainly agree to meet her. With Qi Susu's cautious personality, she had already arranged to meet Hera and Yilan outside the palace. After all, it was a busy time, and it was better to avoid trouble.

Su Jia'er and Qi Fengxi walked into the pavilion. Qi Fengxi smiled at Qi Sumu and said, Seventh Brother, you're back.

Seventh Prince. Tu Sen greeted Qi Sumu as well.

Right. Qi Sumu answered lightly, her cold gaze falling on Su Jia'er. Seeing her usual indifferent expression, he did not believe that she did not intentionally say something wrong. This caused him to be drenched in rotten water the moment he entered the door. He was forced to return to the mansion to bathe and change his clothes.

Su Jia'er walked into Qi Sumu's room and caught a whiff of her fragrance. A tinge of provocation appeared in her eyes, as if she was saying that this was just a small punishment for you, don't think about turning me into a chess piece.

Qi Sumu caught the look of provocation in Su Jia'er's eyes. It seemed like she was really messing with him. The corner of his mouth hooked up into a vague smile, but his sharp claws still stuck out.

Su Jia'er swept a glance at the two women. Judging from their demeanor and limbs, the woman in the peach dress was clearly more powerful than the one in the jujube dress. Both of them were used to seeing the world, so they remained calm and collected in the face of her and Qi Fengxi's arrival.

Qi Fengxi retracted her smile that contained an unknown meaning and said, These two are Hua Dan who was invited by mufei into the palace to sing a little song. They are now the owners of Lanling Spring Festival Theatre. The one wearing the peach-red dress is Grandma Liu Lu, while the one wearing the jujube red dress is Grandma Liu Dong Ran.

The two women bowed to Qi Fengxi and Su Jia'er. This humble woman attends the 19th prince, Deacon Su.

Exempt. Qi Fengxi said gently.

Thank you 19th Prince, thank you Deacon Su. Liu Lu and Liu Dong Ran stood up.

Su Jia'er asked Qi Sumu, Seventh Prince, where is the coroner?

Qi Sumu answered, The coroner passed away due to illness a few years ago. I went to check and confirmed that he died due to illness. No problem.

With the coroner dead, Su Jia'er's eyes narrowed. She didn't need the coroner to prove anything. She had already deduced the crime scene.

Su Jia'er looked at Liu Lu Ran and Liu Dong Ran. Right now, there were only the two of them left to solve the problem of the Consort Zhao. She asked Liu Lu and Liu Dong Ran, Do you two know why I called you here?

Hearing Su Jia'er use the word 'official', Qi Fengxi, who was sitting down, assumed that the two of them had something to do with the case.

Liu Lu Ran nodded respectfully. Seventh Prince has already told this commoner.

That's good. The two of you follow me to esteemed empress Zhao's palace. Su Jia'er said.

Just as the words left his mouth, a trace of awkwardness flashed past Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu's eyes.

Su Jia'er saw what was happening and asked Liu Lu and Liu Dong Ran, Are there any difficulties?

Liu Lu smiled, How can there be a problem? Cooperating with Deacon Su is something that all women should do.

To Liu Lu Ran's tactful reply, Su Jia'er replied, Thank you for your cooperation.

Ordinary people would have to keep their distance from Empress Zhao and ask Liu Lu and Liu Dong Ran, but after following her for so long, she had always been a sword of hers, not playing cards. Qi Sumu and Qi Fengxi guessed that it wasn't because she wanted to be obedient, but because she wanted to see if she could see any flaws. She brought Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu to the palace and asked in front of Consort Zhao. With Consort Zhao present, no matter if they were lying, Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu would still have some flaws.

Su Jia'er then said to Qi Sumu and Qi Fengxi, 19th Master, Seventh Prince, I'll go with these two to esteemed wangfei first.

I'll go with you.

Qi Sumu's gaze fell upon Qi Fengxi upon hearing her words. Just now, when he saw the two of them walking over from afar, they seemed to be a match made by an immortal couple, causing him to feel extremely uncomfortable.

I'll go with you. He didn't know why, but he suddenly blurted out.

With that, Qi Fengxi and Tu Sen shot a glance at him in unison, while Qi Sumu cast her cold gaze at Su Jia'er.

Su Jia'er rejected Qi Fengxi and Qi Sumu lightly, No need, I will go alone. 19th Master, Seventh Prince, if you guys go, then I won't be able to speak.

When Qi Fengxi heard Su Jia'er's words, a hint of contemplation appeared on her jade-like face. The meaning of Su Jia'er's words was to tell him that it would be easier for her to deal with Zhao Fei by herself. However, he was worried that she would suffer a loss with her character. But seeing Su Jia'er's calmness, and thinking that she could always deal with any problems calmly, he should trust her.

He smiled gently. That's good. You take note.

Qi Sumu's cold gaze flickered. He agreed, Then I'll have to trouble Young Master Su to make this trip yourself.

CHAPTER 704 - HE IS KIND TO YOU

Upon entering the palace, one could see a winding veranda paved with marble. On both sides of the path, peony flowers were planted, and the variety was Yao Huang.

The palace was dazzling in gold and jade. Every ten feet, there was a pot of coral jade with silver fish hanging from them and a scented bag embroidered with Yao Huang Peony embroidered on it.

Su Jia'er looked around and saw that the white stone pillars were embedded with yellow peonies made from scalloped shellfish. Even the flowers on the lanterns were made from yellow peonies. When he passed the small garden again, there was only Yao Huang Peony in the whole garden.

Does esteemed wangfei like Yao Huang Peony?

Empress Dowager doesn't like flowers very much. These flowers are all for the sake of looks.

Master Qu didn't know why Su Jia'er had asked him that, but he felt there was no problem answering the truth.

When Su Jia'er heard this, her eyes fell on the yellow peony on the white stone pillar. She didn't like flowers, but planted yellow peony instead, even the decorations were yellow peony. Peony flower is the king of flowers, Yao Huang is the king of peony flower. Consort Zhao's heart was already set in these details, wanting to be a noble person.

The others only thought that Zhao Fei liked Yao Huang Peony, but few would pursue it further. Even if they did, who would think that Zhao Fei would reveal her thoughts so openly? This was taboo in the harem.

This was also why Zhao Fei was so wise. On one hand, she revealed her intentions, but on the other hand, no one could tell if she really liked Yao Huang Peony or if she had other intentions.

When they arrived at the front of the house where Consort Zhao was, two palace maids stood by the door. When they saw Su Jia'er, they saluted and said, This servant greets Deacon Su.

Sisters, you're too polite. Su Jia'er replied.

The interior of the house was decorated with an incomparable extravagance. The fragrance of golden flowers and birds filled the air, the curtains were embroidered with Yao Huang Peony, the jade tea table was covered with ivory mats, and the screen was embroidered with gold threads and precious stones to create a picture of a peony. Only Yao Huang was the most conspicuous part of the peony.

On the white jade couch in front of the screen, Consort Zhao was lying lazily on her side. A palace maid was beating her legs, a palace maid was fanning herself with a fan, and a palace maid was kneeling in front of a table, making flowery tea.

Esteemed Empress, Deacon Su has arrived.

Little Hai, Liu Dong Ran, and Liu Lu also paid their respects to Zhao Fei.

Su Jia'er replied respectfully, This official is participating in esteemed wangfei.

Consort Zhao raised her eyes, her hazy eyes looking at Su Jia'er, one hand holding her flowery fingers, blocking her mouth, yawning, her tone was very slow, Deacon Su has the Emperor's medallion, but he uses it so quickly that I can't even rest when I'm tired.

Su Jia'er replied, Your Highness, you must be joking. How could I dare disturb your safety? It's just that the Emperor has instructed me to do something. If I don't do it, then wouldn't it be disrespectful to disobey his decree?

Consort Zhao's eyes flashed with anger. This mountain village brat had brought out the emperor to pressure her. Was she really being a vegetarian?

She smiled lightly and said, Deacon Su, are you worrying about the Emperor or just worrying about your own life? After all, after these seven days have passed, Deacon Su will not be able to find anything wrong, but he will die.

Su Jia'er saw that Zhao Fei was very aggressive and changed the topic of the conversation, This lowly official will naturally worry about the emperor, and will also worry about himself. This official believes that the truth will never be buried. When everything comes to light, whether one is a human, a ghost, a god, or a devil, everything will be decided. "

Zhao Fei's eyes turned sharp as she stared at Su Jia'er. It was as if she wanted to tear her into pieces. She gritted her teeth, what a Su Jia'er! What a sharp tongue!

Little Hai heard Zhao Fei and Su Jia'er clashing back and forth like swords and blades and secretly sweated for Su Jia. This little gongzi was really not afraid of trouble. He even dared to offend someone as arrogant as Zhao Fei. But on the one hand, he was secretly pleased. Normally, this consort Zhao was extremely harsh on the fourteenth and nineteenth lords. Other than Imperial Concubine Jiang, there was still someone else who could awe this consort Zhao.

She tried her best to calm herself down and not let her guard down. She looked past Su Jia'er at Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu Ran. These were the two young ladies that she had invited to sing a small tune with, and she had also invited them to perform at the Palace. Class Rep Liu, Class Rep Liu, I haven't had a show with you in a while.

Liu Lu smiled obsequiously. Esteemed wangfei, us two sisters haven't seen esteemed wangfei in a while. We miss her all day.

Su Jia'er ignored the conversation between Zhao Fei and Liu Lu Ran and said to Zhao Fei, Empress Dowager Zhao, the emperor asked this official to verify his statement, so this official invited the two singers from that year. On the night that Imperial Concubine Lian died, Esteemed Empress Zhao and Fang Shishi were listening to the show, right?

Zhao Fei was displeased that Su Jia'er interrupted her and Liu Lu Lu Ran's conversation, but she still answered Su Jia'er's question, That's right. Could it be that Deacon Su suspects that I and Fang Shuren are making a false statement?

Su Jia'er directly ignored Zhao Fei's questioning. She replied humbly, This official naturally doesn't have such thoughts. This official just wants to verify what happened in the past. This official had the two theatre owners invite them to the palace also so that they could interrogate them in front of the Empress, lest they make a mistake in remembering or saying something wrong that might lead to a misunderstanding. "

Zhao Fei raised an eyebrow. Oh? Enforcer Su, it seems that you want me to thank you for being so considerate? "

The Empress is too courteous. This official has already done his duty.

Su Jia'er's neither servile nor overbearing attitude made Zhao Fei want to get angry, but she seemed to not know how to do so. What she said seemed to make sense. She was standing by her side and thinking for her own good.

After a long while, Consort Zhao lightly snorted, Deacon Su, please take a seat.

Su Jia'er did not stand on ceremony as she sat down on a cushioned chair.

Consort Zhao waved her hands, signalling the palace maid, Eunuch Ji, and Little Hai to leave. All of you, leave.

The palace maid and Eunuch Ji left first. Little Hai glanced at Su Jia'er, who remained unperturbed, before he followed suit.

The door closed behind them.

She sat up and took a soft pillow from the side and placed it on the bed before leaning against Su Jia'er, Deacon Su, quickly finish your questions. I need some rest.

Finishing her words, she looked at Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu Ran, The two class rep, please take a seat.

Su Jia'er looked at Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu Ran sternly. Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu had just sat down and met Su Jia'er's gaze. Their hearts skipped a beat. This Deacon Su's gaze originally carried a clear intent that seemed to be able to see through one's heart. Now that there was a hint of seriousness in his eyes, it caused one to involuntarily feel that there was no place for them to hide.

Su Jia'er asked, I'd like to ask you guys, during the performance, did esteemed empress Zhao leave?

Liu Dongran recalled the incident and was surprised. She gave Consort Zhao a furtive glance, then turned to look at Su Jia'er. Yes, esteemed empress Zhao left here before.

CHAPTER 705 - HIS START

Su Jia Er's gaze fell on Liu Lu Ran's feet. Her toes pointed towards the door, indicating that Liu Lu Ran did not want to talk about this matter and wanted to leave. When the person's own subconscious changes, the lower limb will also follow the movement, the toes will move to the end of the interest.

Oh? Left? she asked.

Esteemed Empress Zhao went out for a while and returned shortly after. Liu Lu Ran glanced at Zhao Fei as she finished speaking.

Consort Zhao looked nonchalant as she said, That's right, I went out for a while. Since there are three people, can't there be three people who are worried about the cost?

This official naturally didn't mean that. How long has this official wanted to know if esteemed wangfei has been out for? Su Jia'er asked Zhao Fei, but kept looking at Liu Lu Ran. This Liu Lu Ran must have known something.

How long can I take to break it? Consort Zhao scoffed.

Liu Lu Ran nodded. Esteemed wangfei returned in less than a quarter of an hour. Esteemed wangfei can also testify.

Before Su Jia'er could say anything, Zhao Fei took over, What is it? Deacon Su, you're still suspecting that I might have used this time to do something?

Su Jia'er replied, This official is only doing business.

Su Jia Er's gaze moved to Liu Dong Ran, who had been silent all this time. Her expression was restrained, and then she looked at Liu Dong Ran, whose knees were pressed together, with her feet on each side and her hands placed side by side on her thighs. This is a body posture that tries to control and suppress tension, depression and restlessness.

Before he came to the Eternal Music Palace, Liu Dong Ran didn't have this kind of reaction. Ever since he saw Consort Zhao, Liu Dong Ran had been extremely uneasy, even Liu Lu Ran was the same.

However, from the conversation between Liu Lu Ran and Zhao Fei, they should be familiar with each other. Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu should not have such reactions. There was only one possibility, because she was here, because she was asking about that night, but she didn't want to expose it. It seemed that Consort Zhao didn't know that Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu had found out something, so she couldn't expose them. Otherwise, if Consort Zhao were to kill them, it would only cause two more deaths. As for how she was going to get Liu Dongran and Liu Liran out of the way, she would decide when she left the palace to meet Hera and Hera.

Zhao Fei saw that Su Jia'er seemed to have nothing else to ask, so she said with a look of hatred, Is it clear now? Once you understand, quickly leave this place. I find it annoying to see Deacon Su here.

Su Jia'er was neither angry nor angry at Consort Zhao's direct loathing. She slowly stood up and said, Esteemed wangfei, this official wants to ask another question.

Ask. Consort Zhao snorted impatiently.

Su Jia'er turned to look at Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu Ran, Two class leaders, what was that performance you were singing that night?

Liu Dong Ran's lips moved. He wanted to answer, but he gave Liu Lu Ran an answer first, She sang for Xi Jiang's tears.

Su Jia'er looked at Zhao Fei once again. She looked extremely calm and collected, but she did not hide her disgust for Su Jia'er, That's right, that is my favorite scene.

This official has finished his questions. I'll be troubling esteemed wangfei to rest. This official will be leaving first. Su Jia'er said respectfully.

The indifferent Su Jia'er actually made Zhao Fei suspicious, You're not just here to confirm the confession? He had not asked any sharp questions on this trip, which was rather strange.

Su Jia'er replied, This official said that it was only a confession, of course it was only a confession. Do you want me to ask if Imperial Concubine Lian and I are at odds?

The Imperial Concubine Lian was the thorn of Zhao Fei, she was instantly provoked by Su Jia'er's words, Don't think that just because you have the Emperor's gold medallion in your hand, you can speak without restraint.

Su Jia'er's pupils constricted. The fire that she had been holding in for so long was finally going to be released. With her character, it was a miracle that she was able to hold it in for so long. There were two main reasons why she came to the Eternal Music Palace. The first was to see the reactions of Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu Lu so that she could deduce if they knew anything. His other objective was to infuriate Zhao Fei, who was already angry at him. This made her even more infuriated, because only people who were angry at her would have the most realistic reaction. Although Consort Zhao was domineering, she was still a scheming old man. Her only weakness was that she was easily angered. As long as she was angered, the things that she normally concealed well would be exposed on her limbs. The imperial concubine Jiang was domineering, but she had a smile on her face. She was tactful in everything she did and would not easily be angered. The empress was always solemn and dignified; she would not reveal much even if she was angry. Zhuang Fei's kind could not be angered.

Su Jia'er did not look angry at all. Instead, she said in a more relaxed tone, Your Highness, you are wrong. This official is only acting under the orders of the emperor. If Your Highness says that this official is weak, then wouldn't you be scolding the emperor?

Hearing Su Jia'er's words, Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu Ran were frightened to the point that their faces turned pale. They knew about the temperament of Consort Zhao; she was probably the only one who dared to speak so arrogantly to her.

Imperial Concubine Zhao was so angry that her gaze was venomous, but how could she so easily lose? Deacon Su, a sharp-tongued person won't have a good ending. After saying that, she suddenly covered her mouth and laughed, ridiculing him. I had forgotten that Deacon Su came from the wilderness of the mountain village. Naturally, these wild things are quite bold.

Su Jia'er replied, Madam is right, this official came from Shan Village.

The smile on Consort Zhao's face grew even more contemptuous when she heard these words. Fight with her? There was no door.

Su Jia'er paused for a moment, and then said, But why do you want to get angry at the people from Shan Village? Wouldn't this lower the position of the Empress? Could it be that this official wants to unravel the truth for Imperial Concubine Lian, and it just so happens that Imperial Concubine Lian doesn't like this official? Furthermore, this official's identity is the same as Imperial Concubine Lian's, so this official also dislikes this official along the way. If she didn't have the emperor's gold medal, she naturally wouldn't say such words. However, since she had the emperor's gold medal, she naturally had to make good use of this resource.

Hearing Su Jia'er mention the imperial concubine of the Lian Family, Zhao Fei was so angry she trembled, You dog! She grabbed a teacup and threw it at Su Jia'er. Su Jia'er did not dodge and allowed the teacup to fall on her body, falling onto the ground with a clanging sound.

Seeing this, Liu Dong Ran and Liu Lu immediately knelt down in shock.

Zhao Fei pointed at Su Jia'er and said, You dog of a bitch, you actually dare to say such disrespectful words. Don't tell me you want to control my preferences? You should look in the mirror and see what you are doing."

Su Jia'er said in a neither humble nor arrogant manner, This official has no intention of offending Niang Niang, it's just that I don't understand why she hates this official so much. Could it be that this official has done something wrong to make her unhappy?

Your existence makes me unhappy. Consort Zhao said.

You wish to be eliminated as soon as possible?

With Su Jia'er's words, the room was filled with expenses. Zhao Fei squinted her eyes, looking at Su Jia'er's calm and composed appearance, a killing intent flashed in her eyes, Deacon Su, are you digging a hole for me to jump into?

No, this official really likes the Empress's straightforward personality. This official believes that the straightforward Empress will definitely tell this official some truths. Su Jia'er flattered and changed the topic, Have you seen the Seven Deadly Sins?

CHAPTER 706 - CLENCHING THE HAIRPIN

But she had no better way than to refuse.

He was too stupid. Why didn't he bring more people? Why did he insist on chasing after her? Isn't it better to let it end? Isn't it good to let it all go like this?

He knew, however, that she had already changed her mind. She had already fallen for Qi Sumu. She was going through hardships together with Qi Sumu, facing life and death together. This relationship was very deep. It was no longer the same.

They had experienced many things between them, and their emotions were deep. The feelings of the past also disappeared with the passing of time.

When Su Jia'er's gaze landed on Qi Fengxi's hand, it felt like a heavy blow to her heart. Tears rolled down her face due to the pain.

Nineteen, I missed you first, and you missed me.

Sometimes, missed feelings are the most painful, because it is regret and regret.

Qi Fengxi tightly held onto a hairpin – the hairpin of an aquatic flower.

It was her hairpin. He held it tightly, his hand already turning purple and green. However, he held it tightly, not releasing it no matter what.

The people who had once liked him, seeing him suffer so much yet seeing her things as a treasure, as the only thing that mattered to him, who would not be moved when they saw him, who would not be moved when they saw him.

When Jiang Ke'er saw Su Jia'er staring at Qi Fengxi's hand, she said, He's never let go.

Outside the bedroom, Qi Susu arrived.

Seeing that the door to his bedroom was open, he walked in.

Hearing Jiang Ke Er's voice, he stopped his steps. He was not in the mood to eavesdrop, but at this moment, he did not want to enter.

Su Jia'er mumbled softly, Why would it be like that?

Minister Su, A'Xi loves you. It's just that he never realized his feelings for you. He can't tell what a relationship is and what a friendship is. He has always treated his feelings for you as friendship. But after you left, when I revealed this feeling, he realized that he loved you, and even agreed to marry me on the premise that he thought he could protect you under his wing. His mind is on you, so he wants to catch up with you and tell you how he feels about you. After finding him, he didn't let go of the hairpin and held it tightly. No one could break it apart. It was as if he would die if he lost the hairpin. It had been two months, two whole months, and he hadn't let go. It can be seen how much he feels for you, and how determined he is for you. Jiang Ke-er said, choking on her sobs. Blame it on me. I was the one who exposed his heart, leading to such a tragedy.

Everyone was telling her that Qi Fengxi loved her for her sake. But did they ask her? Did he know that she was no longer able to respond to his feelings?

Tears rolled down Su Jia'er's face as she said in a trembling voice, Enough! I will save him. Even if I die, I will let him live. She would not die at all, but she would definitely think of a way to wake Qi Fengxi up.

Outside, Qi Sumu listened to Su Jia'er's choked up voice and her words. His feelings were mixed. It was still difficult for her to have feelings for 19th brother. He even said such decisive words to express his feelings. He didn't deny that she cared about him, but did she really not care about 19th Brother anymore? Would she really choose him, him and 19th brother? Would she not be moved if 19th brother treated her like this? Wasn't she thinking about this lost love?

Countless questions, like a hammer, continuously destroyed Qi Susu's heart.

Hearing Su Jia'er's promise, Jiang Ke'er said, Minister Su, A Xi will be very happy.

I hope he's happy too. Su Jia'er said. She hoped that he would be as happy as he had been and not worry about her, because they might be rivals in the future.

Two months ago, she had stood by his side and protected him with all her heart. However, she didn't expect that in just two months, she had already changed her mind. She would be his opponent, no longer on his side. There was nothing left but to keep his promise to Mo Li.

Qi Sumu clenched her fists. If Qi Fengxi's happiness was only because of her, would she choose to be with Qi Fengxi? She was his uncertainty, his uncontrollable existence.

No, he needed to be calm.

With that thought in mind, he turned and left, pretending that he had never seen or heard of it before.

Forever Blessed Palace.

When the empress heard that Qi Sumu had returned, she shook her hand and broke the teacup.

She stood up and paced back and forth. Qi Sumu was back, Su Jia'er was back, and that was fine too. If that happened, Qi Fengxi's half crippled body would be cured, and Su Jia'er would be able to investigate the whole case.

What should she do?

Qi Zian knew that Qi Sumu had returned, so he went to the palace to look for the empress. Imperial Mother, has Qi Sumu and Su Jia'er returned?

Yes, I'm afraid the matter will be investigated. the queen said.

Qi Zian frowned, a murderous look flashing across his eyes. I didn't expect them to have such a long life.

An'er, now is not the time to fuss about this. If the emperor knows what we've done, then it won't be a small matter. The queen pondered over this seriously.

Imperial Mother, Father has been bedridden for many days now. Why don't we just force him to his palace?

Foolish! The empress stopped him, Now that the crown prince is supervising the country, even the imperial harem is not moving. They are waiting to see who will be the monkey first. The imperial concubine wasn't someone to be trifled with, and the Jiang family was also present in the imperial court. As far as I know, Qi Sumu has already hooked up with the Nalan Clan. The Nalan Clan is not inferior to the Jiang Clan. Do you think they are easy to deal with?"

That was true, Qi Zian thought. He was getting impatient, and he couldn't afford to eat hot tofu. He calmed down and thought for a while, Imperial Mother, please do not panic. Let's just wait and see.

They're already burning their eyebrows. How can they not be flustered?

Muhou, calm down and think about who is more flustered than us. Qi Zian said.

The empress stopped in her tracks and looked at Qi Zian. Are you saying …

That's right, the real culprit isn't panicking, why should we? For such a big matter, we have to drag him down with us and make him carry all the burden.

That's true. The empress narrowed her eyes. Let's kill him with one bite. There's no proof against us if he dies. I don't believe that Su Jia'er can come up with any evidence. Besides, that Xu Jun was also suspicious. Since his son fell off the cliff, why didn't Su Jia'er and the rest come back? If he were to die, then he should at least explain it to the Emperor. The fact that the Emperor did not summon everyone to the palace is problematic. "

So mother, let's not be impatient and just wait and see. It's not certain who will win or lose this game."

Yes, An'er is right. Her child had grown up and had a plan of his own. She didn't need to worry about so many things anymore.

Imperial Mother, we just need to remain still and continue to observe. Perhaps, we can even take this opportunity to make royal father believe in us.

Let's not talk about the merits for now, as long as we don't doubt it.

CHAPTER 707 - TO EXECUTE HER

Once she made up her mind, Fang Shishi's tone became slightly melancholy. Deacon Su, I said that I didn't see Big Sister Zhao leave, but that's because, aside from paying my respects to Big Sister Zhao, I haven't spoken to her at all. She's been sitting behind the curtain all this time. That day, Big Sister Zhao happened to be sick, and was so stifled in the palace that she came to find me to listen to a play."

With that, she sized up Su Jia'er's reaction.

Through the curtain? Su Jia'er frowned. This was the proof of her earlier reasoning. Liu Lu Ran could see that Consort Zhao had left, but Fang Shishi could not see her leaving. From Liu Lu Ran's point of view, she could see the empress dowager leaving, but Liu Lu Ran definitely saw that the one who returned wasn't the empress dowager, but someone else. Separated by a curtain, who would open the curtain to see if the person inside was Imperial Concubine Zhao? Perhaps this was just a pretense. He had invited someone over to listen to the scene through the curtain because he was sick. This was the perfect arrangement for an alibi.

She hadn't asked for the details at the imperial concubine palace earlier, but had instead missed out on the crucial details. However, if the imperial concubine knew that Fang Shishi had said she was listening through the curtain, she wouldn't have felt anything amiss. However, why did Fang Shishi think about it for so long when not a single person said it? Su Jia'er sized up her concubine above with her eyes. It seemed like Fang Shishi was weighing the consequences for her, and it was no wonder that she was able to pull herself out of the whirlpool safely, and reveal the crucial details of Zou Fei's identity through the curtain.

She replied, Thank you, Esteemed Empress, for telling me the truth.

Fang Shishi looked a little worried. Could it be that Deacon Su suspects big sister Zhao Fei? I believe that Big Sister Zhao Fei will absolutely not hurt anyone. "

Esteemed concubine, this official has nothing to say on the matter of the case. After Su Jia'er finished speaking, she stood up and bowed to her concubine and Qi Zhiyun, This official has finished asking her questions. Esteemed wangfei, Thirteenth Prince, this official will take his leave first.

Fang Shishi said, Deacon Su, don't you need to sit around?

No, I still have important matters to attend to.

Qi Zhiyun helped Fang Shufu stand up. Qi Zhiyun gave Su Jia'er a gentle smile. What a pity. I had originally planned on playing a game with Deacon Su.

Thirteenth Prince, if I have time some other day, I'll definitely accompany you in your next plan. Su Jia'er replied.

Seeing that Su Jia'er had made up her mind, Fang Shishi nodded, Deacon Su, take care. She waved to the palace maid outside the pavilion. An'er, Fu'er, bring Deacon Su out of the palace.

After Su Jia'er put on her shoes, she turned back to Fang Shishi and said, Esteemed wangfei and esteemed wangfei are really on good terms.

With that, he turned around and followed An'er and Fu'er.

Hearing Su Jia'er's words, Fang Shishi did not understand what Su Jia'er meant, but it was definitely not a sigh.

Qi Zhiyun watched Su Jia'er's back as she disappeared from his line of sight, then he looked at her sickly appearance with a sharp gaze. Mufei, why did she suddenly say that?

Fang Shishi put down the handkerchief she had been holding and shook her head, I don't know either. It's just that this little girl isn't simple. Imperial Concubine Zhao must have suffered at her hands as well. Imperial Concubine Jiang and the empress must have suffered at her hands as well. Cultivating her well must mean that she's a talent."

Qi Zhiyun's sharp gaze faded as a strange light flashed. Mufei, what do you mean?

Talents can't be wasted so easily. They have to be used by me. Remember what mufei taught you? The reason why the army was strong was because the people who led the army knew how to use troops. The soldiers and generals were all good materials. Of these two elements, none was missing. Not only is she a good material, she is also a good material. With such a material in hand, if mother and son want to stabilize ourselves in this floating palace, naturally there won't be any problems. Then, you will no longer have to rely on others, and will experience all kinds of expressions. " After Fang Shishi finished speaking, she let out a long sigh.

Qi Zhiyun was full of guilt after hearing this. Mufei, Yun`er will definitely make mufei rise to prominence as soon as possible. Mufei naturally doesn't have to keep looking at your face every day.

Fang Shishi smiled lovingly as she patted Qi Zhiyun's hand gently. Yun'er, don't worry. With Su Jia'er joining the royal palace, it was hard to say who would win in the end. And her power will definitely cause strife, kill her, or even protect her.

Then what about us? Qi Zhiyun narrowed his eyes and carefully pondered on it. Continue to sit back and watch. When the time comes, I'll try to pull her up?

Yun'er, you didn't learn logic for nothing. She bent down, picked up a black piece in one hand, and placed it in the middle. She smiled lightly and said, Her chess game is pretty bad, but unfortunately, she failed in luring the dragon out to sea. The three dragons' stomachs are empty; she's putting herself to death.

She stood up, the smile on her face became more profound. San Long, Su Jia'er was facing three huge dragons.

Su Jia'er walked out of the palace and headed towards the palace.

All the way, she wondered who the killer's next target would be. According to the Seven Deadly Sins, there would be two people who would die next. This meant that there were two people that would die at the same time.

Back at the Hall of Heaven's Tribute, Su Xiaoyi had not returned. Qi Sumu and Qi Fengxi were waiting for Su Jia'er in the pavilion.

Seeing that Su Jia'er had returned, Qi Fengxi put down her teacup and stood up, giving Su Jia'er a gentle smile. You're back.

When you came back, Su Jia'er felt warm inside. She was like a wife who had just gone out to work. When she returned home, her husband was standing at the door, greeting her with a smile. He told her that she was back.

Upon seeing Qi Fengxi, Su Jia'er's frown widened. 19th Master, Seventh Prince.

Qi Sumu saw that Su Jia'er was lost in thought at first, but after seeing Qi Fengxi, she relaxed, a faint smile appearing in her eyes. His fists subconsciously clenched and loosened as his cold eyes became increasingly cold.

Did you get any leads? Qi Fengxi asked as she poured a cup of tea for Su Jia'er and passed it to her, Have some tea? You must be tired, right?

Su Jia'er looked at the teacup and hesitated. She accepted the teacup and sipped a few mouthfuls before placing the teacup on the table and said, It's not really a clue. I just had a breakthrough. The main