At the Jingzhao Yin Mansion, Li Qingyu was leading a group of people out of the main gate. Standing beside her were the Jingzhao Yin, the coroner, and a middle-aged woman with a serious expression and skin as white as chaff.
The woman had very high eyebrows and a strong, unyielding demeanor; her whole being exuded a fierce and imposing aura.
"Based on the ancient divine revelation, I will try my best to find the source of the poison."
"Then, thank you for your trouble, Holy Maiden."
The Prefect of the Capital treated this woman with utmost respect.
Li Qingyu stood beside him with a smile, appearing quite obedient and docile. "Holy Maiden has been away from home for many years. Now that she has just returned to the capital, she is helping me investigate the case. I am truly grateful."
“Miss Li, you don’t need to be so polite. I’ve watched you grow up. Even if this matter is not about you, if it endangers the royal family and harms the people, I cannot ignore it.”
The group exchanged pleasantries and laughter.
However, it was obvious that Li Qingyu and the Holy Maiden were close.
Holy Maiden.
In almost every dynasty, there were astrological divination services, similar to the position of a national advisor.
Although Bei Rong did not have a national preceptor, it did have a Holy Maiden, who had served Bei Rong for generations since the founding of the country. Even the emperor had to give her some respect.
"Unexpectedly, Miss Li actually managed to get the Holy Maiden to help with the investigation."
Zihe, standing to the side, couldn't help but feel worried.
"That's not all."
Xie Lingqin's face was cold and indifferent. "Just now, this Holy Maiden mentioned words that would endanger the country and the nation. The death of a mere son of a minister was obviously murder. Now it has been changed to death by poisoning, and it may even endanger the country. This makes people think more about it."
After Xie Lingqin finished speaking, she straightened her sleeves and headed towards the entrance of the Jingzhao Yin's residence.
Zihe followed closely behind.
"Miss Xie, what a coincidence!" Li Qingyu greeted her with a smile, as if nothing had happened yesterday at Jinhua Tower when she publicly confessed her feelings to the Crown Prince and watched him leave with Xie Lingqin, leaving her alone to be laughed at.
"Lord Huo, Miss Li."
Xie Lingqin naturally didn't mention this matter. After greeting the two of them, she looked at the Holy Maiden and said, "Greetings, Holy Maiden."
"So you are Miss Xie from the General's Mansion?" The moment the Holy Maiden's gaze fell upon Xie Lingqin, it was like a sharp needle piercing her.
The profound internal energy transformed into a ball of energy, heading straight for Xie Lingqin.
“Holy Maiden, my young lady was injured a few days ago and is weak. She cannot accept this honor.”
Zihe immediately stepped forward and slightly blocked her way.
"You're just a maid, how dare you speak to me like that?" The Holy Maiden's face was stern, and her sleeves moved even though there was no wind, as if she wanted to teach Zihe a lesson.
“Qi Rufeng…”
Xie Lingqin did not stop her, but suddenly spoke up.
Sure enough, she saw Li Qingyu's expression change slightly, and then she affectionately took the Holy Granny's hand, "Holy Aunt, please don't hold a grudge against a mere maid. She's just protecting her master."
The Holy Maiden withdrew her hand, her expression softening as she looked at Li Qingyu, and she immediately withdrew all her imposing aura.
“I’ve checked, and Young Master Qi has absolutely no connection to the case I’m investigating. So, I’ve come here to tell Lord Huo that we can release him.”
Lord Huo met Xie Lingqin's gaze, his brows furrowing slightly.
Those who were far away didn't see what just happened, but he did.
If it weren't for Qi Rufeng being used as a hostage, the Holy Maiden would probably have already taken Zihe's life. So, she smiled warmly and said, "Alright." Then, she instructed the person beside her, "We have verified Young Master Qi's innocence. Go and invite Young Master Qi out."
"yes."
“I remember, when Miss Xie was a child, I held you in my arms.”
The Holy Maiden suddenly softened her tone and looked at Xie Lingqin.
Xie Lingqin's heart skipped a beat upon hearing this, but her face remained impassive. "Then Lingqin is truly fortunate."
“However…” The Holy Maiden stepped forward, “Back then, when I observed your destiny, besides knowing that your fate was weak and that you were destined to be lonely, there was nothing else to say. Now that you have reached old age, do you know what your destiny is? Can you see it now?”
The Holy Maiden continued.
A blank space?
Did the Holy Maiden tell her destiny when she was a child?
"Since we have some free time now, why don't you extend your hand, Miss Xie, so I can get a feel for it?"
Xie Lingqin's fingertips twitched almost imperceptibly. After a moment, she calmly extended her snow-white and delicate hand, palm up and back of hand down, looking extremely honored. "In all the world, it is a rare thing to have the Holy Maiden predict one's destiny. Lingqin is truly lucky today."
"Miss."
Zihe secretly wanted to stop her, but Xie Lingqin gave her a look, so she had no choice but to retreat to the side on guard.
She would immediately intervene if the Holy Maiden made any move.
Although Li Qingyu was somewhat surprised by Xie Lingqin's cooperation, this was such a good opportunity.
If the Holy Maiden had Xie Lingqin's birth date and time, and could personally sense it, then she would have an extra layer of protection in the future.
Moreover, at such close range, what if the Holy Maiden did something else to Xie Lingqin...?
"but……"
Just as the Holy Maiden's slightly dark and rough hand was about to touch her, Xie Lingqin smiled slightly, "The Crown Prince cares about me very much..."
The Holy Maiden paused.
“The Crown Prince was extremely jealous and even told me that no one else should touch my hands. I thought, Holy Maiden, you are a woman, so the Crown Prince shouldn't be jealous now.”
Xie Lingqin chuckled softly, her delicate shyness perfectly captured in her expression.
It stung Li Qingyu's eyes.
"Yes, I've heard about it too." The air froze for a moment, but the Holy Maiden's hand did not fall. As she spoke, she gently withdrew her hand. "Speaking of which, I really don't dare to touch him. After all, I dare not offend the Crown Prince."
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