At this moment.
Suddenly, a noise came from outside the courtyard.
"What's going on?"
Qi Ye quickly got up and went out to check, and Mu Chenshuang got up and went out as well.
Upon seeing the group of people who had appeared, Mu Chenshuang felt a bad premonition.
The one leading the group, carrying a sword, was Jiang Mingzhi, the Right Director of the Imperial Observatory.
Mu Chenshuang frowned and stared at the person who was walking towards her.
Jiang Mingzhi looked at Mu Chenshuang, clasped his hands in a respectful bow, and said, "Greetings, Princess Weiyang."
Mu Chenshuang looked down at him and asked, "What brings the Right Secretary to the Marquis's residence so early in the morning?"
Jiang Mingzhi took out a silk handkerchief from his sleeve. There were still traces of blood on the handkerchief. When Mu Chenshuang saw him take out the handkerchief, her face immediately darkened.
Linglong looked surprised. "This isn't..."
Jiang Mingzhi looked at Mu Chenshuang with a cold and impartial expression, "It seems that this silk scarf does indeed belong to Princess Weiyang."
Mu Chenshuang frowned slightly and replied, "So what if it's mine? I'm still wondering where I lost it."
Jiang Mingzhi withdrew his hand. "If Princess Weiyang wants to know, then come with me back to Chengtianjian for investigation."
"take away."
At Jiang Mingzhi's command, two inspectors strode forward.
Qi Ye immediately stepped in front, exuding a powerful aura and staring intently at the two inspectors who were approaching.
Mu Chenshuang stared coldly at Jiang Mingzhi, her gaze like an icy blade striking him. "Is Jiang, the magistrate, showing far too little respect for this princess? Or has his power grown so great that he can barge into the Marquis's residence and take people away without asking any questions?!"
Mu Chenshuang questioned sharply, exuding an aura of imposing authority.
In an instant.
The surrounding air pressure became low.
Jiang Mingzhi's expression changed slightly, and he immediately explained, "Last night, the heir of the Prince of Wei's mansion was assassinated. This silk scarf was found in the heir's possession. It is the only piece of evidence found at the scene. After investigation, it has been confirmed that this silk scarf belongs to Princess Weiyang. Therefore, Princess Weiyang, please come back with us to cooperate with the investigation."
Jiang Mingzhi's answer shocked Mu Chenshuang. Wei Xu had been assassinated, and the Chengtianjian had come to their door immediately. It was obvious that someone had deliberately framed him.
Her mind raced as she recalled what had happened the day before.
Suddenly, she remembered that time in the palace when a palace maid bumped into her.
Could it have been around that time?
Mu Chenshuang narrowed her eyes and looked at Jiang Mingzhi. "How could a murderer be so careless as to leave such conspicuous evidence? Isn't this a case of someone deliberately stealing my scarf and framing me? Besides, what can a scarf prove?"
Jiang Mingzhi remained expressionless. "Princess Weiyang, if you have any explanation to give, come back to Chengtianjian with me and we'll talk about it then."
Mu Chenshuang's eyes hardened, and she said directly, "I need to go to the Prince of Wei's residence."
Jiang Mingzhi retorted: "It would be of no use for the princess to go. The imperial physicians worked through the night to treat him, but they still couldn't save Prince Wei's life. Even if the princess tries to stall for time, it won't change the fact that you will be subject to investigation."
Mu Chenshuang's heart tightened suddenly.
Is Wei Xu really dead?
Mu Chenshuang frowned and stared at Jiang Mingzhi, her attitude firm. "In that case, I must go there. I have been framed, and I must prove my innocence. If I am convicted based on just a silk scarf, then the Chengtianjian's ability to handle cases is truly worrisome. Also, if Jiang Yousi really thinks I am the murderer, shouldn't he take me to the scene to point it out?"
Mu Chenshuang's words made Jiang Mingzhi's face darken.
He didn't stop him any further.
But what can going to the Prince of Wei's mansion change now?
"Princess, please!"
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