"So, during the six months he was bedridden and confined to his room, no one saw him?" Gu Mu smiled slightly. "Because he couldn't even withstand the slightest breeze, in such a serious condition, he couldn't even receive guests, so naturally no officials went to visit him."
"Whether he really has a serious illness, and who can prove it?"
Gu Mu felt that he had found the big fish in the capital.
Because of his loyalty and reliability, Eunuch Cheng had become Gu Mu's confidant.
He raised his eyes and asked respectfully, "Should I inquire whether there were any eyewitnesses during the time Inspector Shen was bedridden?"
"Mm." Gu Mu nodded gently.
Although he was already 80% certain, he couldn't rely entirely on guesswork and still needed to investigate further.
He was at ease leaving this matter to Eunuch Cheng.
Now Gu Mu also understands why the young man in the green robe said that the person he met was wearing a mask from the very beginning.
After all, he was an official appointed by the imperial court, and he left the capital in such a dishonorable manner.
It was impossible for anyone to discover his true identity.
"Then this servant will take his leave," said Eunuch Cheng, bowing slightly.
The ink was already ground, and he could tell that the Emperor wanted to be alone for a while.
After receiving the Emperor's permission, Eunuch Cheng pushed open the door to the study and hurried through the night.
Even if Inspector Shen is an official appointed by the imperial court, he may still have a prince backing him up.
But as long as it is the emperor's order, he will do his best to fulfill it, even if it costs him his life.
Moreover, he was backed by the Emperor, who was far above those people.
Eunuch Cheng wiped the sweat from his brow... If Inspector Shen really was the big fish behind it all, which prince would he be supporting...?
If he discovers anything, there could be trouble brewing behind the scenes. It seems he needs to prepare for the Emperor's future, planning ahead for every step he takes.
Eunuch Cheng's figure quickly disappeared into the night.
Dark clouds obscured the moonlight.
"The weather is about to change again..." In the pitch black, only the old and sorrowful voice of Eunuch Cheng could be heard.
Throughout history, beneath the throne have been piles of bones.
No country has ever had a smooth journey.
Only the victor reigns supreme.
Gu Mu was able to sideline the young emperor, then remove him from power, execute him, and rightfully ascend the throne.
Of course, there are also people who covet his position. Even if he is illegitimate and infamous for a thousand years, those who covet his position will do everything they can to get closer to him.
This is the fatal attraction of power to people.
Gu Mu was still carefully looking at Shen Chao's information in the study.
The more I look at it, the more alarmed I become.
This person is very likely being groomed as the male lead in this female-oriented novel.
He's just the male lead with the most screen time and no romantic partner.
The character design of Shen Chao is simply genius, far surpassing that of ordinary people.
Unlike Gu Mu, who relied on the system's cheat code, Shen Chao relied on his intelligence, talent, and hard work.
When he was a few years old, at banquets, while other children were still reciting poems or performing some barely passable talents, Shen Chao was able to skillfully express his unique insights on politics in front of a group of adults.
Because the prime minister's family was extremely loyal to the late emperor, Shen Chao quickly gained important responsibilities from the late emperor at a young age.
This allowed him to rise to the second rank and become the Left Censor of the Censorate before he was even twenty years old.
However, Gu Mu searched for a long time but couldn't find any information about Shen Chao's martial arts.
Shen Chao looked much like his brother, who was a general; both had the appearance of fair-skinned scholars.
This aligns with the aesthetic preferences of female-oriented novels regarding men, and may also be due to the Shen family's genes.
Although one cannot tell whether Shen Chao has practiced martial arts based solely on his scholarly appearance, after all, his older brother Shen Ci also looks like a scholar, but is highly skilled in martial arts.
"Often ill? Staying home to recuperate?"
"Weak constitution?"
Gu Mu flipped through the documents; this was a description of Shen Chao.
According to the records, Shen Chao was a frail scholar who was often ill and spent his time recuperating at home.
However, he may very well be using this as an excuse to do something else.
"If he really is that big fish, he is indeed a formidable opponent."
Gu Mu put away the documents, but his face showed no fear: "However, the most terrifying enemy is when he is in the shadows, because you never know when he will deliver a fatal blow."
"On the contrary, once exposed, no matter how powerful it is, it doesn't seem scary anymore."
"because……"
"Even if it's a bullet that's faster than a sword, as long as you're prepared and wear a bulletproof vest and helmet, you'll be safe."
Gu Mu chuckled in a low voice, his fierce gaze fixed on the darkness outside the window.
And Kunning Palace,
Shen Ling slowly blew out the candle.
She recalled the expression on the Emperor's face when he left earlier that day.
She was very perceptive from a young age and could see the murderous intent in the Emperor's eyes.
The emperor is the supreme ruler, the most powerful person in the Southern Dynasty. Others have to flatter him; he doesn't need to flatter anyone.
Therefore, even if all the girls in female-oriented novels are Oscars, Gu Mu doesn't need to pretend.
He can be violent and ruthless at any time.
Regardless of who he was, in the Southern Dynasty, he was the absolute truth.
"Your Majesty... wants to kill my brother?" Shen Ling picked up the bracelet and examined it in the moonlight streaming in from the window.
The bracelet emitted a cool-toned light under the moonlight.
This is a very rare jade bracelet. It has been specially made to fill it with incense, which is said to have a calming effect.
Shen Ling didn't think much of it at first, because these incense sticks wouldn't harm her body or mind.
Unexpectedly...
"Second Brother, you know I'm knowledgeable about poisons, why would you use such a clumsy method?"
"Or do you have some other tricks up your sleeve?"
"You can't possibly bet that I'd cooperate with you to murder the Emperor, can you?"
Shen Ling's gaze towards the bracelet gradually turned cold: "If it were in my previous life, or when I first transmigrated, it might have been possible. After all, back then, our goals were the same."
"But now... what His Majesty has shown me is more of the beauty of humanity than all of you combined have given me..."
"I will never allow anyone to harm the Emperor."
"Even if the emperor betrays me one day, his life can only be taken by me."
No one else is allowed, no matter who it is.
The bracelet, which was originally intact, gradually developed some cracks as Shen Ling exerted force with her jade hand.
The calming spices inside also have a richer flavor.
Shen Ling lay on the bed, moonlight shining on her face. She curled her lips into a terrifying smile.
She casually placed the bracelet, riddled with cracks, on the table.
Shen Ling closed her eyes and gradually fell asleep.
The moonlight shone on her fair face, making her look like a fairy from heaven, exceptionally beautiful.
That slightly frightening expression just now seemed completely different from the fairy before him.
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