Before Qin Minglang could react, Zhang rushed in like a madwoman.
"My son, it's that bitch Jiang Qingwan, it's that bitch who's taking revenge on our Qin family."
Su Yulan hadn't expected this outcome, and she slammed her fist on the table in anger.
"Is Jiang Qingwan trying to cause trouble? She's taken a small conflict all the way to the Jingzhao Prefecture. And that Liu Ruzhi, as the magistrate of the capital, actually humiliated the family of a high-ranking official for the sake of a lowly woman. It's truly despicable."
"Minglang, you are now the commander of the patrol battalion, in charge of the security of the capital. It is your duty to deal with someone causing trouble. Immediately lead your troops to the Jingzhao Prefecture to demand the person. I want to see if Liu Ruzhi dares to act recklessly for the sake of Jiang Qingwan!"
Since Su Yulan entered the Qin family, this was the first time Zhang Shi had ever found her agreeable.
“My daughter-in-law is so assertive and bright. What are you waiting for?”
Qin Minglang was in a state of unspeakable suffering.
At this moment, Qin Run, who had rushed back, heard everything outside the door and hurriedly rushed in, bowing to Su Yulan.
"Mother, I think this is unacceptable."
Zhang said anxiously, "The adults say yes, but what do you, a little child, know? Are you just going to stand by and watch your grandfather suffer in prison?"
Qin Run looked up, and everyone was stunned to see a bright red handprint on his face.
"Run'er, were you bullied at the Imperial Academy?"
Su Yulan's questions made Qin Run feel that she was a thousand times better than Jiang Qingwan, and his desire to kill Jiang Qingwan had reached its peak.
“Mother, I wasn’t beaten at the Imperial Academy, but by that vile woman Jiang Qingwan. I saw her disheveled and just scolded her a couple of times to stop embarrassing herself, since she was Father’s first wife. But she not only refused to admit her mistake, she also slapped me. She’s really despicable.”
"Disheveled?"
Zhang stomped her feet in anger.
"You shameless slut! You even seduced your own father-in-law! How shameless!"
Su Yulan was instantly less angry and almost couldn't help but laugh.
She really is a seductive vixen.
Qin Run added, “Mother, it is best for me to accompany Father to the yamen to clarify things. If military force is used, others will say that Father has abused his power, which is not good for Father and will also damage the reputation of the Su family.”
These words surprised Su Yunlan, but also made her even more delighted.
“I never expected Run’er to have such insight; his future achievements will surely be immeasurable. Minglang, then take Run’er with you. Remember, you are the grandson-in-law of the Su family; Liu Ruzhi is not worthy to be your enemy.”
Qin Minglang would never disagree.
As long as we prevent him from mobilizing troops, everything can be kept secret.
"I'll go too."
Zhang followed him out, but Qin Minglang stopped her.
"Mother, just wait and see, don't make things worse."
After saying that, he quickly pulled Qin Run out of the mansion, and only after they were out of sight did he whisper and ask, "Run'er, did you really see your grandfather and Jiang Qingwan...?"
"Father, have you really been suspended from your duties and are under investigation by the Ministry of War?"
These words startled Qin Minglang, who immediately covered his mouth and gave him a fierce look.
"What nonsense are you spouting?"
Seeing this, Qin Run was even more anxious than him, and forcefully pulled the hands off his face.
"What exactly happened? You sold the shop and lost your official position. If Mother knew..."
The wealth that is within your grasp may slip through your fingers.
Qin Minglang composed himself. "Who told you that your father has been suspended from his duties and is under investigation?"
The emperor did not dismiss him from his post, but instead ordered the vice minister of the Ministry of War to investigate the matter of the blueprints, since no imperial edict had been posted.
Aside from the roughnecks in the military camp, no one would dare to speak out of turn.
Could it be that Qin Run went to the military camp?
Qin Run recounted what had happened outside the Ministry of War, growing increasingly anxious. "Father, I'm afraid this can't be kept from Mother. Please think of a solution quickly. I... I don't want to go back to Yulin Academy."
He'd already made all that boasting; if he were sent back after only a few days at the Imperial Academy, where would he put his face?
Qin Minglang was well aware of the consequences if things were exposed, so he quickly composed himself.
"Go pick up your grandfather first."
The two soon arrived at the Jingzhao Prefecture government office.
After explaining their purpose, a constable led them to the backyard, where they met Liu Ruzhi, who was discussing the dry well case with the coroner.
"Master Liu!"
Qin Minglang bowed and stepped forward.
Liu Ruzhi glanced at him, waved for the coroner to leave, then straightened her sleeves and gave a curt salute.
"Lord Qin, are you here to visit me in prison? This way, please."
Qin Minglang was taken aback, then quickly took two steps to stop him, and said in a deep voice with the official air of a second-rank general,
"Lord Liu, let's not beat around the bush. Since you've sent word for me to come here, let's get straight to the point."
Liu Ruzhi looked at him strangely.
"Didn't Lord Qin come here after reading the judgment? How did it become that I intentionally summoned you?"
"Judgment document?"
Qin Minglang was greatly surprised.
"This case is full of doubts. Is it inappropriate for Lord Liu to post the judgment document directly without submitting it to the Ministry of Justice for review? Doesn't Lord Liu fear public opinion that you have sacrificed legal justice for the sake of a dissolute woman?"
Liu Ruzhi sneered upon hearing this, "Your father and those bandits were caught on the spot, and all the bandits confessed. All the details matched up, and they even have your father's token as evidence. Lord Qin said that this case is full of doubts. I wonder where the doubts lie?"
Qin Run immediately said, "It was that shameless woman Jiang Qingwan who was unfaithful and seduced men everywhere. My grandfather couldn't stand it anymore, so he took action to punish her. In the end, it's just a family matter. As the local official, you should have focused on mediating, not just arbitrarily imprisoning her."
Panicked, Qin Minglang hurriedly nodded in agreement.
“I can testify to this. Ever since Jiang Qingwan divorced me, she has been targeting the Qin family at every turn. Now that she has His Highness the Ninth Prince backing her up, we can’t avoid her like the plague. My father was just angry for a moment. As an elder, it’s understandable that he wanted to vent his anger for his children and grandchildren. Perhaps his actions were impulsive, but he didn’t deserve this.”
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