"Its owner, Mr. Qingwu, is a mystery. Few people have seen his face. They only know that he is a skilled doctor and has many friends. As a result, Linglong Pavilion has a powerful intelligence network and has acquired all kinds of rare and precious items in the world."
"Are you sure you've been scammed by Linglong Pavilion?"
"That's right!"
Gu Yurong said pitifully.
"So I believed that Mr. Qingwu's nonsense, thinking that he was so famous that he couldn't be wrong. I never expected... he was a charlatan! The General's Mansion is innocent!"
"A con artist?"
A soft laugh suddenly came from the high platform.
Although the tone was soft, it carried a sharp chill that sent shivers down one's spine.
"I'd really like to know, with the strength of Linglong Pavilion, how could they be short of three thousand taels of silver?" Pei Xuan said coldly.
Although his face remained expressionless and he maintained a cold demeanor, the oppressive aura was overwhelming and suffocating.
"Go back to your highness, minister..."
Gu Yurong was terrified, her legs trembled uncontrollably, and she lay prostrate on the ground, not daring to raise her head.
How come the Crown Prince hasn't questioned me yet when I just discovered the fake Dongzhu?
Why did mentioning Linglong Pavilion provoke such anger in him?
Anyone with eyes can see that the General's Mansion is trying to shift the blame onto Linglong Pavilion.
Although the guests present did not entirely believe it, they were unable to verify the truth of what they said at the moment.
Just then, a clear and melodious voice rang out.
"The general said he was deceived by Linglong Pavilion, which reminded me of something."
Jiang Wan stood up, her eyes smiling, and glanced at Song Ziyu and the other person kneeling on the ground.
“A few days ago, Song Lin acquired a fine pearl and wears it with him every day when he goes out. I’m sure many people in the capital have seen it.”
When this matter was mentioned, someone at the table immediately responded.
“Indeed, I saw it with my own eyes. That bead has a unique light... It looks very much like the legendary Ziwei Bead!”
A civil servant recalled.
Gu Yurong gasped, vehemently denying it: "You must be mistaken, that, that's just an ordinary pearl..."
How could that be?
A lady chimed in.
“My nephew and Song Lin were studying together, and they also mentioned this precious pearl.”
"He said Song Lin treasured that bead very much, and wouldn't let anyone else touch it, saying it was worth several thousand taels of silver..."
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