"Because I am still alive, and all around is peaceful."
Xie Lingqin spoke these words softly.
Yuanyang thought for a moment, then nodded seriously, "I understand. If it was done by one person, then the other party must either have a grudge against Bai Yu or be specifically targeting you, Miss Lingqin. They would be able to get the information they want from Bai Ling, and even if they couldn't get it out of her, they would use her to harm you. If it wasn't done by one person, then this matter is extremely strange, after all, things are too calm right now."
Xie Lingqin nodded and instructed, "Then you should go back to the Prince Qing's residence first. I still have some things to take care of."
"yes."
Yuanyang bowed to Xie Lingqin and immediately withdrew.
Every frown and movement was straightforward and direct.
Xie Lingqin looked in the direction the mandarin ducks had left, lost in thought.
This Yu Qingyi has an inextricable relationship with Nie Zuier, and this subordinate named Yuanyang looks so cute and innocent, unlike the other guards. Although she is extremely respectful to Yu Qingyi, she feels that Yu Qingyi is somewhat afraid of this female subordinate.
Forget it, it's none of her business.
Xie Lingqin circled around in the same spot for a while before walking out.
After passing through two alleys and reaching the main street, they saw soldiers searching all around.
From afar, Xie Lingqin could also see the Prefect of the Capital, his face solemn in the darkness of the night.
Xie Lingqin lowered her gaze, walked over, and curtsied, "Lord Huo."
"Miss Xie." Seeing Xie Lingqin walking alone on the street, the Prefect of the Capital looked around with some doubt. "It's so late, Miss Xie, why haven't you returned to the manor yet?"
"Yes." Xie Lingqin nodded. "After leaving the Crown Prince's residence, I thought about what happened today, so I wandered around to see if I could find any clues related to the case."
"Hello, Miss Lingqin."
As soon as Xie Lingqin finished speaking, a group of guards stepped forward to greet her.
These were the same people the Crown Prince had previously assigned to investigate cases for her. Now, the Prefect of the Capital was short-handed, so the guards assigned to her were the ones he had assigned to her.
"Yes, thank you for your hard work."
Xie Lingqin simply smiled faintly, not emphasizing her dominant position over them, but instead offering a smile as a gesture of sympathy.
Those men, as expected of those from the Crown Prince's residence, were well-trained. They immediately paid their respects to the Prefect of the Capital and continued the search.
"It's getting late, Miss Xie. I'll have someone escort you back to the General's Mansion."
Although Lord Xie thought Xie Lingqin was a capable person, she ultimately did not know martial arts, so he summoned several soldiers to come up.
"In that case, I'll have to trouble you, sir."
Xie Lingqin did not refuse, as it would be impolite to decline.
However, after taking a few steps, he turned back to look at the Prefect of the Capital, "Lord Huo, how is that man named Xiao Gouzi doing these days?"
"He's still the same. He admitted to Xie Lingyu murdering the Second Concubine and his years of threatening her, but he didn't say anything else. I've already had someone write up the case file, and after a thorough investigation, I'll submit a memorial to the Emperor for his handling."
"Um."
Perhaps because of the searches happening everywhere tonight, many people are panicking. Although there is no curfew, fewer people are going out, and the surroundings are quiet.
Xie Lingqin returned to the general's mansion, where all was quiet.
Without Xie Lingyu and the second concubine, the sky in the General's Mansion seemed much cleaner.
Of course, even without the second concubine, there were still other concubines and mistresses in the General's Mansion. However, it was clear that everyone knew she was not someone to be trifled with, so no one dared to provoke her.
Not to mention those who wanted to provoke her, even those who wanted to curry favor with her seemed to be somewhat wary.
That's right. She seems to be on a high pedestal right now, but if she makes a mistake and falls, she'll be smashed to pieces.
"Cousin."
Seeing Xie Yushu leading a group of people passing by in the darkness ahead, Xie Lingqin quickly called out to her.
"What's wrong?" Xie Yushu asked and immediately came over.
"May Father ask me today?"
"No, not at all."
"Okay, I understand. I'll go back to Qingyuanzi now."
Watching Xie Lingqin leave, Xie Yushu seemed to want to say something, but then remained silent.
Back at the Clear Water Pavilion, Zihe and Tridacna came to greet them.
Xie Lingqin shook her head silently and stopped talking. She went straight into the main house, and soon Zihe brought up the food.
As night deepened, the crescent moon in the sky gradually hid behind the clouds.
...
In a fragrant woman's boudoir, Bai Ling slowly opened her eyes, looking around. In an instant, her eyes flashed with fear, curiosity, and confusion...
She was trapped in the chair with a towel stuffed in her mouth.
"Don't be afraid. If you behave for a while, I will spare your life."
Seemingly hearing the noise inside, the door suddenly opened, and a woman stood there looking at Bai Ling with a smile.
The woman, dressed in a layered pleated gauze skirt, with her hair styled in a slanted bun and a blue crystal hairpin perched on her head, stood at the doorway. In the soft moonlight and the bright light from inside the house, she wore a cold smile that seemed to be both "friendly and amiable."
Bai Ling knew her; she had met her before. She was Huo Yanru, the daughter of the Prefect of Jingzhao.
"Ugh... Ugh..." Bai Ling struggled desperately, watching Huo Yanru approach with full vigilance.
"Oh, I already told you, don't be afraid." Huo Yanru smiled and nodded to the maid behind her.
The maidservant immediately stepped forward and removed the towel from Bai Ling's mouth.
Bai Ling relaxed abruptly, looking at Huo Yanru with wary eyes. "I know who you are. I have no grudge against you. Why did you capture me?"
"Of course you have no grudge against me, but there are people who have a grudge against me."
"who?"
"Xie Lingqin."
It seemed that just mentioning this name filled Huo Yanru's eyes with hatred.
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