Chapter 144 Ignoring someone is more infuriating than talking back
Seeing that Yu Zhiyi showed no intention of processing the case files, the Assistant Minister asked curiously, "Doctor Yu, are you not going to close the case today?"
Yu Zhiyi said, "It's settled, but if we don't deal with those old cases today, we'll soon have new cases coming our way."
The official raised an eyebrow, disbelieving, thinking that this was just an excuse Yu Zhiyi made up to slack off.
He couldn't help but shake his head inwardly, cursing that His Majesty had entrusted the wrong person.
If it were any other official, like him, he would be conscientious and diligent when on duty, never slacking off or trying to cheat.
If you want to have fun and relax, you can do that after you leave work.
Besides, he doesn't have much time to slack off or cheat.
As for the doctor on the other side, although he may have some skills, his character is really unreliable.
The moment the thought crossed his mind, a constable entered and respectfully said, "Physician Yu, the people from the Court of Judicial Review request an audience."
Yu Zhiyi nodded: "Let him in."
Before long, an elderly constable entered the room and bowed respectfully to Yu Zhiyi: "Physician Yu, the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review requests your presence."
The official was somewhat puzzled: "The Ministry of Justice and the Court of Judicial Review belong to different departments. Although Lady Yu was ordered to investigate old cases, she is also a member of my Ministry of Justice. What does your master want with her?"
The constable hesitated, clearly unwilling to explain the reason.
At this moment, Minister Gong of the Ministry of Justice walked in and said in a deep voice, "Physician Yu, you may go with him."
The official was taken aback.
Yu Zhiyi wasn't surprised at all.
Let's rewind to an hour earlier.
At that time, Yu Zhiyi had not yet arrived at the Ministry of Justice, and ordinary officials had not yet started their duties.
The Dali Temple was extremely busy.
As a department dedicated to investigating cases, the Dali Temple does not have fixed rest days.
When there aren't any major cases, things are fine, and officials and constables can get a good night's sleep.
However, when faced with major cases, everyone in the Dali Temple has to work non-stop until the case is solved.
For example, many people at the Dali Temple haven't had a proper rest for half a month.
The reason was simple: a murder had occurred in the capital.
The deceased was an elderly man living alone.
This old man had two daughters but no sons.
After his two daughters got married, he lived alone.
According to his relatives, friends, and neighbors, the old man was kind, gentle, and charitable, often helping passersby.
It's simply impossible for me to make enemies.
This old man, who was unlikely to make enemies, died in his own home.
The killer was very meticulous in his thinking and had a strong ability to counter-surveillance, leaving no clues at the scene.
The crime scene was a locked room with the doors and windows locked.
However, this old man surnamed Geng was stabbed eighteen times and died on the floor in the middle of the room.
Despite being stabbed eighteen times, Grandpa Geng remained calm and showed no sign of pain.
When he was found, he was lying on the ground with his body relaxed, his hands even folded in front of his lower abdomen.
The Dali Temple has been working around the clock for half a month on this case, but has not made a single clue.
Because the crime was so heinous that it alarmed the emperor, who ordered the Dali Temple to solve the case within half a month.
Now, half a month has passed, and they haven't solved the case at all, not even a single useful clue.
Today is the last day. If they still can't find anything useful, they'll face the emperor's wrath.
Lord Peng, the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, was also at his wit's end, which is why he thought of Yu Zhiyi.
Her performance at the palace banquet that day was amazing. Not only was she able to see the evil deeds committed by the Duchess of Yong, but she also clearly pointed out where the evidence was.
Since conventional methods cannot solve the case, why not resort to the power of metaphysics?
Upon hearing this suggestion, both the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review and another Vice Minister were stunned.
Before the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, Lord Song, could say anything, another official, Lord Sun, rebuked him, "Nonsense! Solving cases is not child's play."
Lord Peng frowned: "We have all witnessed Physician Yu's abilities. She is indeed very talented. How can this be considered child's play?"
Lord Sun: "The facts of what happened at the palace banquet are still under discussion. Lord Peng, don't forget that Physician Yu is the daughter-in-law of Prime Minister Du. She has always been at odds with Madam Zhang, so it's quite normal for her to investigate the Duke of Yong's mansion."
“But the case of Old Man Wang has reached its deadline. If it is not solved soon, His Majesty will surely punish us. At such a critical time, what we should do is find evidence as soon as possible, not find a woman who is obviously a fraud to cause trouble.”
Lord Peng frowned: "I don't think Physician Yu is being ridiculous. She got to this position through her own abilities."
He then looked at the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review: "Your Excellency, I believe that it is precisely because time is of the essence that we should give it a try. Moreover, bringing Physician Yu here does not mean that we should stop working on other things, but rather that we should do both."
“We only need to leave one or two people for Doctor Yu to assist her in investigating the scene, finding witnesses, and reviewing testimonies. The rest of us can still conduct a thorough investigation of the case.”
Lord Sun had more to say.
The Minister of the Court of Judicial Review spoke up: "Let's do as Minister Peng said and invite Physician Yu over. Let's do it both ways."
Although Lord Sun had no choice but to agree to the proposal, he was still very dissatisfied.
After all, he and the previous Minister Yu were close friends.
Yu Zhiyi arrived at Dali Temple.
The person who received her was a chubby adult with a very kind smile.
"Young Master Peng." Yu Zhiyi bowed.
Lord Peng smiled and said, "Physician Yu, there's no need for such formalities. I've invited you here because I need your help."
Yu Zhiyi was not surprised.
The divination she just performed for herself has already shown that her job today is to go out and help people solve their problems, and the result will be very auspicious.
Although her divine eye cannot see her own face or predict her future, she can still glimpse some of the secrets of heaven through divination.
"Peng Shaoqing, please speak."
"Please come in, let's talk as we walk."
The two walked towards the interior of the Dali Temple.
Suddenly, a tall, thin figure walked out of a room by the roadside. When he saw Yu Zhiyi, he snorted coldly, his nostrils practically pointing to the sky.
Peng Shaoqing thought that since he had been so rude, Yu Zhiyi would definitely come over to cause him trouble, and then he could take the opportunity to complain to the Minister of the Court of Judicial Review and get rid of this woman.
Unexpectedly, the other person didn't even glance at him as they passed by, as if they hadn't noticed his presence at all.
Lord Sun: "..."
Lord Peng was trying to figure out how to ease the awkward situation, but before he could come up with anything, Yu Zhiyi walked right past Lord Sun, acting as if she hadn't even seen him.
However, it is precisely this attitude that is infuriating.
The Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review is a fourth-rank official, one rank higher than Yu Zhiyi, a mere physician.
The saying "a higher-ranking official can crush you" is not just a saying.
Which low-ranking official wouldn't bow and scrape before a high-ranking official?
However, Yu Zhiyi did not.
They simply ignored it.
Often, ignoring someone is more infuriating than arguing with them.
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