Xie Lingqin dealt with General Xie's hypocrisy, feeling that she was even more hypocritical than him.
Upon arriving at the residence of the Prefect of the Capital, they were surprised to see the Prefect's men greeting them at the gate from afar.
Not only that, the imperial edict issued yesterday has spread throughout the entire capital, and right now, crowds of people are gathered at the gate of the Prefectural Governor's Office to see what's going on.
After all, many people have never seen Xie Lingqin before, and now that such a big thing has happened in the General's Mansion, it naturally makes people even more curious about this young lady.
Now, when people mention Xie Lingqin, it seems they only remember her glory, and have long forgotten that she was divorced by the Prince Xian a few days ago.
The carriage curtain was lifted.
Xie Lingqin glanced around with her clear eyes, her expression unwavering, showing no stage fright. Without needing Zihe's support, she nimbly jumped off the carriage.
The young woman wore a black-trimmed, patterned dress, her hair gently pulled back. She wore no makeup, her eyebrows and eyes were like dark ink, and her lips were like cherries. She lacked the gentle grace of a typical lady from a wealthy family, but everyone felt that she possessed a unique and untouchable aura.
Applause erupted from the crowd.
"Wow, Miss Xie is so beautiful..."
"She has a kind of spirit that rivals any man."
"No wonder he is favored by the Emperor."
"..."
The murmurs continued, and Xie Lingqin walked straight to the Prefect of the Capital, bowed with both hands, and said, "Lord Huo, you are too kind. You are making me feel uncomfortable."
"Look at what you're saying. You're investigating the case on the Emperor's orders, so it's my duty."
Even though the Prefect of the Capital said so, Xie Lingqin remained composed, neither arrogant nor impatient, with a serene demeanor.
It gives one the feeling that even if the sky were to fall, this woman would remain calm and resilient, without showing any emotion.
The Prefect of the Capital had been so stressed out these past few days because of the series of events that had occurred that he had even developed gray hair. Now that someone was helping him investigate the case, and moreover, it was with such a calm and composed woman, he was naturally delighted.
but……
The saying goes, "A new broom sweeps clean."
Xie Lingqin wasn't an official, nor did she need to make a big show of herself; however, one sentence was enough.
Looking around, Xie Lingqin saw the crowd that was almost completely packed together, and then looked at the Prefect of the Capital with a serious expression. "Lord Huo, however, there is something I want to say to you, and I'll say it in front of so many people."
The Prefect of the Capital said gently, “Miss Xie, please speak.”
"The Emperor has ordered me to thoroughly investigate three matters. First, why was the maid from the former General's Mansion poisoned a few days ago and her body found lying at the entrance of the General's Mansion? Second, the death of the former Second Concubine Xiao, and the fact that someone framed me for it. Third, the Second Miss of the General's Mansion, whom we have not heard from for ten years."
The Prefect of the Capital did not understand the true meaning behind Xie Lingqin's words, but he was impressed by Xie Lingqin's composure and magnanimity, and nodded, "Yes."
"I have no clue about the first and third points yet, but as for the second point, I already knew the result when I came to the Prefect's residence last night."
The Prefect of the Capital was taken aback.
Did Xie Lingqin find out last night when she went to the dungeon?
"Who is it?" The Prefect of the Capital and the crowd of onlookers couldn't help but widen their eyes in curiosity.
"Xie Lingyu is also known as the little kitten who impersonated the second young lady of the General's Mansion."
Xie Lingqin finished speaking, and amidst the astonished and doubtful gazes of the crowd, she slowly recounted the facts.
Xie Lingqin heard all the gasps and astonishments from the crowd, but she remained calm and composed.
She dared to speak the truth at this moment, actually to show others, because she knew that from this day forward, countless eyes, both those who knew and those who didn't, would be watching her with the emperor's decree.
So instead of waiting for others to scheme against her, she should first show off her own abilities. At least she can scare away the timid and make them stop in their tracks.
It's just psychological warfare.
Of course, Xie Lingqin doesn't need to worry at all about Xie Lingyu turning against her. She's practically lifeless now and has no energy left to fight.
on the contrary……
That's exactly what she wanted to do—to publicize the fact that Xie Lingyu and Xiao Gouzi were in cahoots, and who knows, it might even bring out that mysterious person.
The day after receiving the imperial decree to investigate the case, before even entering the residence of the Prefect of the Capital, he had already found the murderer in the case, which was incredibly fast.
Even the Prefect of the Capital had to admit his mistake. Yesterday, when the palace guards brought Xie Lingyu and Xiao Gouzi here, he did try to interrogate them secretly, but the two remained silent, leaving him no choice but to sigh in despair.
Unexpectedly, Xie Lingqin used some unknown method to uncover the truth.
but……
The Lady of the Capital gestured to the guards behind her, and someone immediately stepped forward and dispersed the crowd.
The area in front of the Prefect of the Capital immediately fell silent.
Xie Lingqin glanced around, then asked humbly, "My lord, is there something you want to say?"
“Miss Xie, since the matter of Second Concubine Xiao was done by you, then that letter that accused you before… I think there might be some suspicious conspiracy involved.”
Xie Lingqin nodded slightly. Of course there was something fishy about it. Considering that day, the timing of that letter was perfect, and only one person had the biggest motive.
Yuwen Xian.
However, this matter...
Xie Lingqin looked puzzled, then raised her hand and bowed, "I am young and weak, and I will have to trouble Lord Huo to help me with this investigation."
"Don't mention it, don't mention it. Come on, let's go inside. I'll show you the letter and tell you about what I investigated about the maid's body, and give you some clues."
"Thank you, sir."
Zihe followed Xie Lingqin into the residence of the Prefect of Jingzhao.
Far away, not far from the residence of the Prefect of the Capital, a figure slowly walked away from a corner.
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