He could guess a thing or two about Feng Quji's purpose in coming here.

Feng Quji frowned. "After my daughter's incident, I tossed and turned all night, unable to sleep, and was constantly distracted. After much thought, I felt I had to come here as her father, so I dared to come."

Ying Zheng suddenly looked up at him and said, "Before you speak, I need to ask you clearly: do you know what crime she committed?"

Feng Quji looked ashamed and said, "I have failed in my duty to educate my daughter, which has led her to commit such a serious crime. I know that I am deeply guilty!"

Feng Quji was also quite helpless about this daughter.

He had already warned her not to do anything in front of Ying Zheng.

But she just wouldn't listen!

If someone insists on courting death, even their father can't stop them.

Seeing that Feng Quji understood the seriousness of the matter, Ying Zheng said, "Speak."

Since everyone knows the truth, even if Feng Quji pleads for mercy, Ying Zheng can shut him down.

If I, the emperor, were to let go of the person who killed my own son, how could I remain emperor?

Feng Quji's expression was solemn as he cupped his hands and said, "This humble subject knows her sins are grave, but she is, after all, my daughter..."

At this point, Feng Quji's eyes hardened. "It's inevitable that this will affect me. As the saying goes, one person has to bear the consequences of their actions. If Your Majesty kills her, you must not punish me as well."

Ying Zheng was taken aback. "Huh?"

"Is this what you came to say?"

He thought the guy had come to plead for mercy.

Good heavens!

So they're here to distance themselves?

Feng Quji cupped his hands and said, “Your Majesty is wise. I was truly unaware of what she did. I hope Your Majesty will investigate thoroughly and not let her bring disaster upon the Feng family.”

Pleading for that idiot?

Don't even think about it!

If you really bring that kind of trouble home, who knows what kind of trouble it will cause in the future!

She'll ruin your whole family!

Seeing that Feng Quji understood perfectly, Ying Zheng waved his hand and said, "You may leave. I understand!"

Feng Quji withdrew, and soon Li Si entered. "Your Majesty, I have brought what you requested."

Ying Zheng put down the memorial and said, "Bring it here quickly!"

Li Si presented a piece of silk cloth with both hands.

Li Si, who was waiting below, saw Ying Zheng looking for something on the list and asked, "Is there a problem with the list of officials?"

Ying Zheng glanced at the list. "Some problems need to be discovered before they become problems."

After a while, his expression changed slightly.

Found it!

Li Tuo, the Prefect of Grain Supply!