Now people in the capital are in a panic and the situation is very tense.
Ever since Xiao Yunchen returned from the northwest as an inspector, the entire capital has been plunged into a tense atmosphere.
This inspector-general caused a great stir in the capital with his vigorous and decisive style of handling cases and his fair and strict attitude.
His arrival was like a gust of wind that swept through the originally peaceful officialdom and made many officials feel uneasy.
It is said that during his investigation in the northwest, Xiao Yunchen went deep into the people, conducted open and secret investigations, and collected a large amount of evidence.
After returning to the capital, he presented the evidence to the court without hesitation and severely impeached the officials involved.
Some of these impeached officials were convicted of corruption and bribery, some of them abused their power, and some of them formed cliques for personal gain.
Xiao Yunchen ruthlessly exposed their crimes, leaving them with nowhere to hide.
As one official after another was investigated and punished, the officialdom in the capital fell into unprecedented panic.
Many officials began to worry whether they would be the next targets of impeachment, so they began to restrain their behavior, and some even began to take the initiative to confess their problems in order to seek lighter sentences.
However, Xiao Yunchen did not stop because of this.
He continued to investigate in depth, not letting go of any suspicious clues, and was determined to thoroughly overhaul the officialdom in the capital.
In the season of spring flowers, tender green spreads in every corner of the capital, dotted with colorful flowers, sketching out a gorgeous picture everywhere.
The breeze carries the fragrance of flowers in the air, and always gently touches the sensitive hearts of every student who comes to Beijing to take the imperial examination.
The already bustling and bustling streets of the capital are now even more crowded, with the cries of vendors and the bargaining of customers blending into one.
Especially places like study rooms and inns were packed with people.
At the second-floor window of a teahouse, Wen Luoxin was wearing a white skirt with a water-red neckline embroidered with silver threads. She looked dignified and beautiful.
She picked up a piece of white pastry with her fingertips, which were painted with light pink nail polish, and placed it on the exquisite porcelain plate in front of Xiao Yunchen.
Her voice was light and graceful, yet tender. "I know that the Second Young Master had no choice in what happened before, and I don't blame you. I just ask that, for the sake of our past friendship, could you please let my father go?"
She stood up and bowed gracefully, "I beg you to do this... If you have any requests, I'm willing to agree to them, as long as you don't stop investigating."
Xiao Yunchen looked at her indifferently, his gaze fixed on the pedestrians on the street, and spoke softly.
"It's almost time for students to go to the capital for the imperial examinations again. Last year, the Crown Prince proposed abolishing the imperial examination system, and it almost happened. We won't be able to see such a grand occasion this year."
He returned his gaze to Wen Luoxin and continued speaking slowly, "Madam Qi also grew up among common people. She should know the significance of the imperial examinations to them. However, your father abused his power for his own selfish reasons and caused truly talented students to fail the exams."
Seeing Wen Luoxin's guilty look, Xiao Yunchen stopped talking. He picked up the teacup with his fingers and blew away the floating leaves on his face, then took a sip calmly.
Wen Luoxin lowered her head in shame and whispered, "Second Young Master, do you think you have evidence when you say these things?"
Xiao Yunchen put down his teacup and said, "What else? This is a serious matter. How could I speak without any evidence?"
Wen Luoxin was stunned, as if she didn't expect that he really had evidence.
Biting her lower lip lightly, she stammered, "Did... did my father really do those things?"
Xiao Yunchen's expression was calm and indifferent, and he said "hmm" softly.
He raised his eyes and said, "I have no grudges against the Taifu Mansion, and I will handle the case impartially."
Wen Luoxin listened to his words, as if he was explaining to her?
However, if her father was really investigated, it would definitely affect her reputation in Beijing.
Thinking of what Wen Luoqing had said to her some time ago, she asked tentatively, "I heard that the first and second wives of the Xiao Mansion faked their deaths last year?"
Hearing this, Xiao Yunchen's eyes turned cold: "Madam Qi, don't be too clever, or you will get into trouble."
"How could that be?" Wen Luoxin saw his reaction and became more certain of the truth in what Wen Luo said.
Her lips curved in a kind and light arc, and she said softly, "I have quite a few connections in the palace now. How about making a deal with me, Second Young Master?"
Xiao Yunchen's expression changed slightly: "Tell me about it."
Seeing him take the bait, Wen Luoxin's smile deepened. "I think the Second Young Master is still worried about how to restore the two ladies who have come back to life. How about I help you solve this problem, and the Second Young Master will help our Taifu Mansion get out of this incident?"
A hint of surprise flashed across Xiao Yunchen's face when he saw her confident look.
After thinking for a moment, he nodded.
Seeing that he agreed, Wen Luoxin felt greatly relieved.
She pointed at the cakes on the porcelain plate in front of Xiao Yunchen with her slender fingertips and said with a smile, "This green plum pastry is sweet but not greasy. It is one of my favorite cakes. Second Young Master, would you like to try some?"
Xiao Yunchen glanced at the cakes she placed on his plate and said calmly, "I don't like sweets."
He then pressed the issue, "The palace banquet will be held the day after tomorrow. I wonder how Madam Qi plans to resolve this matter? How long will it take?"
Wen Luoxin said nonchalantly, "Second Young Master, why are you so anxious? After all, he can't escape. When the rumors in the capital die down a bit, I will mention this matter to the Emperor."
Xiao Yunchen was really surprised this time.
"Madam Qi is very close to the Emperor now?"
Wen Luoxin nodded and said modestly, "It's just some luck. I'm fortunate to have the emperor's trust. Every ten days or half a month, I go to the palace to diagnose the emperor's pulse and take care of his health."
Xiao Yunchen nodded suddenly, his tone softening a bit: "In that case, I'll trouble Madam Qi for your help."
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