With Chen Jinheng's help, Magistrate Li handed the receipt to the clerk and instructed him to...
"Today's trial is now over. Ling Xi and Ling Fan are guilty beyond redemption. Guards, take them back to the yamen to await their fate!"
As soon as Magistrate Li finished speaking, a group of constables rushed in from outside and took control of Ling Fan, who was shorter than him.
Ling Xi looked panicked. Seeing that there was nowhere to escape, she took advantage of the moment when everyone was not paying attention, quickly ran behind Gu Qianluo, grabbed her and took her to the door.
Gu Qianluo's eyes darkened as she realized a sharp dagger was already pressed against her neck.
"Don't come any closer! If you do, I'll kill her!"
Chen Jinheng's heart sank, a murderous aura flashing in his eyes, and he warned in a cold voice,
"Lingxi, if you dare to lay a finger on her, I'll make sure you leave this world lying on your back!"
Magistrate Li's eyes darkened, and he pointed angrily, saying...
"Lingxi! It is a great virtue to admit your mistakes and correct them. But you are so unrepentant and keep making the same mistakes. Don't even think about ever getting ahead in the future."
"Heh! Anyway, my brother and I have no chance of ever getting ahead!"
Release Ling Fan immediately, or I'll slash her face, turn her into an ugly woman, and make her suffer humiliation on the streets!
Upon hearing this, Chen Jinheng clenched his fists so tightly they cracked, and roared, "You dare!"
Gu Qianlu frowned and sneered, "Ling Xi, even if you kill me, you and Ling Fan will not escape imprisonment."
Provoked by her words, Ling Xi's hand holding the cold knife trembled uncontrollably, and the blade slid up and down Gu Qianluo's neck, causing traces of blood to seep from her fair skin.
Seeing Gu Qianluo's brows furrow slightly and witnessing her suffering, Chen Jinheng felt a pang of pain in his heart and quickly pulled a thin needle from his sleeve.
Gu Qianluo's eyes flickered slightly as she noticed the gentle breeze brushing against her cheek, and she unconsciously curled the corners of her lips into a smile.
Unsurprisingly, with a "whoosh," the fine needle struck Lingxi's vital neck.
Taking advantage of Ling Xi's eyes rolling upwards, Gu Qianluo slightly hooked her back foot and gently kicked the person away from her side.
Lingxi was tall and fell to the ground with a "bang," and the constables quickly stepped forward to subdue him.
Seeing that she was out of danger, Chen Jinheng's tightly furrowed brows gradually relaxed. He quickly walked to her side, pressed her into his arms, and comforted her, "Luo'er, you're injured. Let me take you to get bandaged up."
"It's alright, the magistrate is still here. I can go by myself."
Chen Jinheng's eyes were cold. His arms were empty; Gu Qianluo had already left with her maid.
“Magistrate Li, this case not only concerns the livelihood of the tenant farmers, but will also affect the reputation of the Marquis’s mansion. I hope that Your Excellency will investigate thoroughly and give the tenant farmers an explanation.”
Upon hearing this, Magistrate Li slowly stood up and said gently, "General Chen, rest assured, after I have carefully reviewed this stack of evidence, I will give you a satisfactory answer."
"Guards! Take these two away!"
Thus, the matter came to an end. Magistrate Li and the clerk slowly stood up, bowed to Chen Jinheng in farewell, and said...
"General Chen, I have other important matters to attend to, so I will take my leave now. Farewell!"
Chen Jinheng bowed slightly in return, "Thank you for your trouble, Magistrate Li!"
"Guards! Escort Magistrate Li and the clerk back to the county office!"
"Yes, Your Majesty! I obey!"
"Thank you very much, General Chen!"
Inside the main hall, everyone vanished in an instant, leaving only Chen Jinheng and Yang Da'an.
"General Chen! Thank you for standing up for us!"
You truly deserve to be called the second young master of the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion of the Great Yue Kingdom. You are an upright man, punishing evil and upholding justice; you are our people's benevolent ruler!
Upon hearing this, Chen Jinheng frowned involuntarily, quickly helped the person who had been kneeling all morning to their feet, and gently assured them,
"Uncle Yang, Aunt Yang, if you encounter any difficulties in the future, just come to the Marquis's residence and talk to Manager Liu."
The resort is currently short-staffed. I've already spoken to Manager Liu; if your two sons apply, they'll be given priority.
Upon hearing this, the old woman's face lit up with joy. She quickly took Yang Da'an's hand and urged him on.
"My lord! This is such a good job, you must agree! Chaolu Manor is the residence of the Marquis, isn't this better than doing hard labor outside?"
Yang Da'an, pulled by the old woman, finally came to his senses and stammered,
"Thank you for your kindness, General Chen! I will have my sons come to apply for the job tomorrow. Although my two sons are illiterate, they are strong and should be of good use."
"Good! I'm relieved to hear what you say, Master Yang! It's getting late, so I'll have someone escort you back. Also, my wife has prepared some daily necessities for you, which will be sent over later."
Upon hearing this, Yang Da'an and the old woman were so moved that tears welled up in their eyes, and they knelt down to express their gratitude.
That evening, Gu Qianlu cleaned the wound on her neck and, before the sun had set, prepared a table full of delicious food with the cooks, waiting quietly in the flower hall.
After finishing his business at Chaolu Manor and packing his bags, Chen Jinheng went to the flower hall for a meal.
Hearing the noise, Gu Qianlu raised her eyes and filled the wine glass on the table.
"Is my husband finished with his work?"
Upon hearing the word "husband," Chen Jinheng was startled, his eyes sparkling with joy. He strode over to Gu Qianluo and asked with concern,
"You've worked hard, Madam!"
Gu Qianluo's gaze swept over the dishes in front of her, and she placed a piece of the tenderest fish into Chen Jinheng's bowl, softly instructing him,
"It's not tiring! Husband, please eat more today as you're going out."
Chen Jinheng did not refuse. He picked up his chopsticks and took a bite of the delicious food from his bowl. His eyes were filled with the image of the beautiful woman. As the food entered his mouth, his heart was filled with joy.
The food tasted exceptionally good today, and I couldn't help but exclaim in admiration, "Not bad, the chefs in the kitchen are getting better and better."
Upon hearing this, Gu Qianluo's eyes welled up with tears, and she chuckled, saying, "Does my husband think it's delicious?"
"What's wrong? Does Madam not like the food? What does Madam like to eat? I will immediately order the servants to make it."
"Hahaha! No one has ever said that Luo'er's cooking is good, but my husband is the first."
In the past, when the Gu family held a family banquet, the young ladies would have to cook several dishes.
They all complained that Luo'er's cooking wasn't good, which made me afraid to cook anymore.
Chen Jinheng's eyes darkened, and he asked in surprise, "These dishes, were they made by Madam?"
"Yes, my husband has been working hard on the tenant farmers these past few days, and he has to go back to the military camp tonight."
Luo'er really didn't know how to send you off. So she decided to make these dishes, but she was worried that you might not like them.
Now that you've affirmed it, all the hard work this afternoon has been worthwhile.
Upon hearing this, Chen Jinheng pulled the person into his arms and gently comforted him.
"Your cooking is better than any famous chef's. When you have some free time at home, you can cook some of your best dishes, and your husband can enjoy your cooking when he comes home. How about that?"
"Mmm." Gu Qianlu responded softly, and the man couldn't help but press his forehead against hers, his gaze falling on her softly glowing lips.
Suddenly, a gentle voice came, instantly breaking Chen Jinheng's passionate feelings.
"Luo'er! Brother-in-law!"
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com