Chapter 522 Intricately Linked
Not only could he not reveal his identity, but neither could his adoptive father. The specific details involved were not convenient to disclose to Granny Fang.
"My lord, the young lady has a very good impression of Zhuang Shi. She even brought back a jade rabbit ornament that Zhuang Shi gave her when she returned to the manor this time."
Granny Fang looked worried. The matter from back then was still unresolved, and now that Madam Zhuang was constantly practicing vegetarianism and chanting Buddhist prayers to be a good person, she was worried that it would affect Lin Yuesha's judgment.
"You underestimate her."
Xiao Qi curled his lips. Lin Yuesha's interactions with people weren't solely based on their character; she simply didn't want to owe anyone favors. The little girl actually had a strong sense of caution.
Back then, someone advised Consort Fang that the Qi family was massacred, and Consort Fang was the direct planner. Not only that, but there were also people behind the scenes who sabotaged and took advantage of the situation.
This person was so well hidden that he went undetected for many years until two years ago when Xiao Qi came to the capital to investigate the case and discovered some inconsistencies in the details, which aroused suspicion.
The person behind this is very likely one of the Zhuang family members.
Xiao Qi sorted out the timeline and discovered that after the Qi family was wiped out, Zhuang Shi began to eat vegetarian food, chant Buddhist scriptures, and do charity to gain a good reputation for herself. Her husband was promoted step by step, and two years ago she married a girl from the Fang family for her son. All the timelines were too coincidental.
Before Lady Qi's death, she had been on good terms with Lady Zhuang, which was the main reason why he suspected Lady Zhuang. Only close people are easy to stab in the back.
The group stopped for a day on their journey. Meeting Zhuang Shi at the inn was part of Xiao Qi's plan, and things went surprisingly smoothly.
"My lord, since you suspect the Zhuang family, how can we prove it? Unless we arrest them and torture them severely, the Zhuang family will not confess."
After all, twenty years have passed since then, and the Qi family's affairs seem to have been forgotten by everyone, with no one mentioning them anymore.
"Granny Fang, you need to use your brain when you do things."
Xiao Qi pointed to his head, his eyes deep and unfathomable. Since he wanted to investigate, he certainly had a way, and now was the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the situation and use Yu Zicheng.
"My lord, please enlighten me."
Unable to understand, Granny Fang simply stopped thinking about it and asked directly, since the Lord was so shrewd and planned every step of the way.
Two days later, the Prince of Luo held a flower appreciation party at his villa, inviting the ladies and young women of the capital's high-ranking families. Lady Zhuang received two invitations.
He even planned out the number of invitations in advance. In addition to Zhuang's, one was for her niece Zhuang Wanjun. Furthermore, Zhuang would bring her eldest daughter-in-law Fang, who was almost six months pregnant.
"And then what? Are you planning to take advantage of the lady?"
Fang Mama didn't want Lin Yuesha to get involved.
Miss is a person who hates evil as if it were her enemy. If she learns of what Zhuang has done, and given her lack of self-cultivation, she will inevitably reveal her flaws.
No, it has nothing to do with her.
Not only should they not be implicated, but they should also protect Lin Yuesha.
Fang Mama suddenly became stupid, and Xiao Qi didn't expect his subordinates to understand his meaning immediately, so he said, "Yu Zicheng's lover was released to lure Yu Zicheng into a trap. The child in Fang's daughter-in-law's belly is Yu Zicheng's last target."
You mean…
Granny Fang suddenly realized that this plan was intricately linked, and anyone not quick-witted could not understand it. The Emperor was using Yu Zicheng to test Zhuang Shi's reaction. After all, Zhuang Shi was very likely the one who advised Consort Fang back then, and was no stranger to cesarean section.
“Our people have already subtly sent a message to Young Master Yu. Given his obsession, he will surely find a way to appear at the flower viewing party.”
After Xiao Qi finished speaking, he told Granny Fang, "You should accompany Miss that day, and Qingxing and Qi'er should also go with her. Be careful and try not to run into Yu Zicheng."
As long as Lin Yuesha works in the kitchen with peace of mind, under his protection, no accidents will happen. Besides, Yu Zicheng's only target is Zhuang's daughter-in-law, Fang.
"If it really is Madam Zhuang, then she has had many comfortable days these past years. Her husband has risen through the ranks, and her life has been smooth. But Madam Qi..."
Granny Fang choked up and couldn't continue. Such a good person, why... God is so unfair!
What you see is only the surface.
Xiao Qi refused to say more, and instead changed the subject, asking Granny Fang, "My little sister has been getting quite close to Xu Da lately?"
"That's true, our new residence is next to the Xu residence."
To this end, Madam Xu specially opened a small door to facilitate visits between the two households, revealing her true intentions.
"Logically speaking, Miss is young and shouldn't be targeted by desperate men. The strange thing is that Xu Da is rumored to be having an affair with the Prince of Luo, and the two of them are fighting over it, neither of them willing to get married. So when a woman finally comes to the door, Madam Xu naturally has her eye on her."
Granny Fang rolled her eyes. Regardless of whether Xu Da was gay or not, as long as the two of them frequently interacted, even if Xu Da had no ulterior motives, what if the young lady had entrusted herself to the wrong person? It was best to find a way to nip this potential problem in the bud as soon as possible.
"My sister's taste isn't that bad."
Xiao Qi was certain that Madam Xu was unreliable, having nicknamed her own son "Dog," and besides, Xu Da's mannerisms were not Lin Yuesha's type.
"My lord, where does your confidence come from?"
Granny Fang couldn't help but remind Xiao Qi that the last person the young lady had taken a liking to was the master's disguise with a pockmarked face. Could her taste be any worse?
Xiao Qi: ...
"Okay, then..."
Xu Da has great value, so he can't be beaten into a pulp. To make Lin Yuesha wary, he decides to spend money to buy a few beauties.
"With a beauty chasing after Lord Xu, Miss would be more than happy to stay far away."
Lin Yuesha has always been very perceptive in this regard.
After the two finished their discussion, Granny Fang started busying herself with other tasks again.
"Granny Fang, this is the list I wrote down. Please deliver it to Prince Luo's residence later."
Lin Yuesha was worried and wanted to go herself, but by the time she finished, it was already dark. Her mother, Chen, had been keeping a close eye on her lately, so she didn't dare to go out casually.
A case involving a pregnant woman has occurred in the capital. Chen Shi, who stays in her inner quarters and rarely leaves the house, has heard about it. Although the murderer's target is a pregnant woman, who knows when he might go mad?
The Five Cities Military Command has not yet revealed the identity of the murderer, causing widespread panic.
"Miss, is there anything else you need?"
Granny Fang took the list and carefully placed it in her purse.
"Oh, by the way, could you please deliver a piece of the smoked meat I made to Madam Xu on your way?"
Madam Xu loves meat, and since Lin Yuesha had been preparing cold dishes in the kitchen that day and had made a lot of smoked meat, she asked Granny Fang to deliver it to the Xu family on her way.
"Is this a gift for Lord Xu or Madam Xu?"
Granny Fang always felt that she had spoken to the emperor and thus put Xu Da in a difficult position.
Soon, Xu Da will have the beauty in his arms.
Is there a difference?
Regardless of who it's given to, it's ultimately for the Xu family. Consider it a way to build a good relationship with the new neighbors in advance. Besides, Madam Xu is different from others; she's her master. Once she finishes her current tasks, Lin Yuesha will soon become her apprentice.
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