Chapter 373 I wish I could tie you to my belt
A man, with a handsome face, a beaming smile, and deep affection.
A cat, its fur standing on end, baring its teeth and looking menacing.
Shen Chu asked, puzzled, "What's going on here...?"
Pei Yuan patted Yuanbao and said seriously, "Yuanbao said it missed you, so I brought it here for you."
Yuanbao struggled to lunge at Chen Chu, gritting her teeth as she tried to get away from this man who was blatantly lying.
Before the claws could even touch Shen Chu's chest, fate was once again seized by the back of the neck.
Pei Yuan picked it up, patted its almost bristling fur, and gave it a long and earnest lecture.
"You're a mature cat now, you should learn to enjoy solitude and stop looking for your mother all the time."
Yuanbao: Why don't you enjoy being alone? You jerk.
Shen Chu's gaze swept over the person and the cat, a hint of a smile appearing in her eyes.
"You came to deliver the gold ingots, and everyone over there has already asked you all the questions?"
“Sun Yan is asking questions. It will be over soon. I saw that Yuanbao was restless, so I brought it over first.”
Yuan.ToolCat.Bao was so angry that he bared his teeth and claws, resolutely refusing to take the blame, and stared longingly at Chen Chu.
Shen Chu's heart softened at the sight, and she reached out to take it.
Pei Yuan dodged her hand, saying, "I'll hold it. This cat is too fat; it'll tire you out."
A blatant cat-like attack.
Yuanbao was so angry he felt like he was going to vomit blood and die; he wished he could scratch him again.
Shen Chu smiled and stroked her soft fur, then took Yuanbao and placed it on the ground.
"Good boy, Yuanbao, go play by yourself first. Mother has something to take care of."
Yuanbao tilted his head and rubbed against her skirt, glared at Pei Yuan fiercely, and then ran away.
Shen Chu straightened up and glared at Pei Yuan.
"Yuanbao is quite clever. You're using it as a shield to attack others. Aren't you afraid it will scratch you again?"
Pei Yuan, exposed without any psychological burden, was still confident despite his lack of righteousness, and swung his arm around Chen Chu's hand.
"It's your fault for not letting me come along. I wish I could tie you to my belt now."
Sun Yan came out after asking the question and happened to hear this sentence, so he tripped over his right foot with his left foot.
Thump, he fell face-first into the mud.
God, may a bolt of lightning strike him!
What did he hear?
How could their own wise and mighty prince be captivated by a pregnant woman, and even want to tie her to his belt?
When Shen Chu turned around and saw Sun Yan, she blushed and gently pinched Pei Yuan's hand.
How come I never noticed before that this guy was spouting all sorts of sassy nonsense?
Pei Yuan glanced at Sun Yan indifferently, "Aren't you going to get up and wait for me to help you?"
Sun Yan was startled and jumped up from the ground.
"Come here and tell me what you found out."
"yes."
Sun Yan agreed verbally, but couldn't help glancing silently at Chen Chu, wishing he could tear off the veil on her head.
What kind of woman is she that could bewitch his prince?
Not only was he willing to be a father to a cat, but he also volunteered to be a father himself.
No, he must find an opportunity to properly persuade His Highness.
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Not long after Ling Ce left, Yu Feng arrived at the prefectural government office with the Imperial Guards.
"Lord Jiang, on the orders of Lord Shen, has come to arrest the jailer and all the guards in the cell."
Lord Shen wishes to speak with me privately.
Prefect Jiang's eyes flickered slightly.
When Lord Shen arrived just now, he clearly said that he was to interrogate the jailer.
Within an hour, he came to arrest the jailer.
Did he discover something?
Although he was filled with doubt, he showed no sign of it on his face. Prefect Jiang smiled and had Yu Feng take everyone away.
No sooner had Yu Feng left than Prefect Jiang's face darkened, and he gave instructions to his trusted confidants.
"Keep an eye on the inn immediately and see if there's any movement."
Before long, someone came to report back.
"Young Master Shen brought Madam, along with all the old women and maids who served her, into the post station."
Prefect Jiang was so startled that he suddenly stood up, knocking the teacups off the table.
Bang.
The teacup fell to the ground, and the sound of it shattering was particularly jarring in the quiet room.
Prefect Jiang paced back and forth in the room with his hands behind his back and his brows furrowed.
He could remain calm if it were just about taking people away from prison.
He was confident that he had done those things flawlessly and that no one could possibly notice.
But why did Shen Chu want his wife to be taken away?
Did Chen Chu discover something? Or did Jueming confess something?
No, Jueming could not possibly confess.
That means Shen Chu has discovered something and is currently investigating.
Zhang Shilang is about to regain his senses. If Shen Chu finds any more dirt on him, everything will be over.
A ruthless glint flashed in Prefect Jiang's eyes.
Now that things have come to this, we have no choice but to strike first.
Just as I made up my mind, another report came from outside.
"Lord Shen sent someone to inform you that he is hosting a banquet for you at Xiangmanyuan Garden at noon today, and you must attend."
Fragrant Garden?
Prefect Jiang narrowed his eyes slightly.
Xiangmanyuan is a very famous restaurant in Yangzhou, not only with a superb view, but also with delicious food.
What's even more peculiar is that the restaurant is built in a garden, which is divided into different courtyards.
Each courtyard has its own entrance and exit, which effectively protects the privacy of guests.
But no one knew that the owner behind Xiangmanlou was him.
Prefect Jiang's expression shifted uncertainly.
Was it a coincidence or intentional that Shen Chu specifically chose Xiangmanlou as the location?
In any case, since we've run into him, we can't blame him for being ruthless.
A sinister look appeared on Prefect Jiang's face.
Fragrance fills the garden.
Prefect Jiang arrived earlier and greeted Ling Ce at the entrance.
"Young Master Shen had someone fetch my wife to the post station today. Is there something important on your mind?"
Ling Ce chuckled.
"I was just about to explain this to Lord Jiang when, as you know, my pregnant friend is about to give birth."
She went out today and had a miscarriage, and happened to run into your wife.
Your wife helped escort her to the post station, and the two hit it off immediately, chatting for a while longer.
Prefect Jiang smiled and said, "So that's how it is. It seems my wife and Lord Shen's friend are quite destined for each other."
Ling Ce chuckled, "Who says otherwise?"
Prefect Jiang gestured for him to come, "Young Master Shen, what brings you to Xiangmanyuan?"
Ling Ce said with his hands behind his back, "I've heard that Xiangmanyuan is the most famous restaurant in Yangzhou, but I've never had the chance to try it."
The case is almost closed; it would be a shame if he didn't come soon.
Prefect Jiang entered the private room with a forced smile. "Is the case almost closed? So you've thoroughly investigated everything, sir?"
Ling Ce smiled, "I've always felt that there's someone behind Jueming, and now we're about to find out."
Prefect Jiang's eyes flickered slightly. "Did Jueming confess, or did Vice Minister Zhang wake up?"
Ling Ce leaned forward and lowered his voice, saying, "To tell you the truth, Vice Minister Zhang will definitely wake up by tonight at the latest."
As for Jueming, haha, he's really stubborn, but do you know who I asked to help me interrogate him?
Prefect Jiang pressed further, "Who are you?"
Ling Ce smiled mysteriously and slowly uttered three words: "Flying Eagle Guard!"
Prefect Jiang's pupils contracted slightly, but he quickly composed himself, picked up the wine pot, and poured Ling Ce a cup of wine.
"I had long heard that the Flying Eagle Guards were exceptionally ruthless in their interrogation methods, and that once someone was in their hands, there was no prisoner who wouldn't confess."
"It's truly impressive that you were able to summon the Flying Eagle Guards, sir."
Ling Ce smiled smugly, "So, it's only a matter of time before Jueming confesses."
Prefect Jiang pushed the wine cup forward, "Congratulations in advance, Your Excellency. Here, I toast you."
Ling Ce took the wine glass and brought it to his lips, but didn't drink it. Instead, he looked at him with a half-smile.
"Did Lord Jiang poison this wine?"
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