Upon seeing this, Emperor Jingyuan presented the items to him. Imperial Physician Jin examined them from beginning to end, his face revealing his shock. He then asked the Imperial Guards for their opinions.
"Are you sure these things were found in a hiding place of the Phantom Moon Cult?"
The leader of the Imperial Guard nodded.
Physician Jin then said, "Your Majesty, the Miao people believe in nature and worship gods such as dragons, thunder, and ancient trees. In particular, the previous ruler of Miao regarded butterflies as the ancestors of mankind, so there are many totems such as butterflies and maple trees in the sacrifices."
He unfolded the drawing, and in the center was a strikingly beautiful butterfly with crimson wings.
The jade artifacts are also carved with related patterns.
Emperor Jingyuan frowned, incredulous.
…These Illusion Moon Cult members are actually from Miao territory?
"The Miao people value faith. If these traitors of the Illusion Moon Sect are truly connected to Miao territory, it's not surprising that they carry tokens with them," Physician Jin added.
No wonder Ji Rong was in such a hurry to destroy these things.
These tokens would expose the true identity of the Illusion Moon Cult.
Emperor Jingyuan had also considered this, and glared angrily at Song Ziyu: "Tell me, how much of the Illusion Moon Sect's affairs did the Song family participate in?"
Song Ziyu's face was deathly pale, and he couldn't speak.
He couldn't help but look at the matriarch, only to find that her expression was even more unpleasant than his.
Song Ziyu swallowed hard, his back covered in cold sweat.
He had no idea about the Illusion Moon Cult, let alone whether they were related to Miao territory.
Looking into Emperor Jingyuan's violent eyes, he was terrified.
"Your Majesty, I am innocent! I have never been to any Bluestone Alley, let alone know of any courtyard..."
"Your Majesty, there is one more thing, which I am not sure if I should say," the Imperial Guard leader continued. "The location of the Phantom Moon Sect's hideout is very close to the Fragrant Tea House, separated only by a wall."
Emperor Jingyuan: "Xiangmingju?"
The name sounds familiar.
The Imperial Guard leader glanced at the Song family and said truthfully, "The local people all know that Madam Jiang from the General's Mansion often goes to Xiangmingju to watch operas, and she comes and goes very frequently."
Suddenly called upon, Jiang Wan walked to the front of the hall.
She showed no sign of panic and lowered her head, saying, "This humble woman does indeed frequent this teahouse, but only to watch operas. I have never heard of anything about the Illusion Moon Sect."
Jiang Wan had just taken a knife for Emperor Jingyuan, and when Emperor Jingyuan saw her step forward, his gaze softened.
"Just going to see a play?" he asked. "Were you instructed by someone?"
Jiang Wan gently shook her head: "Xiangmingju is performing the play 'The Jade Rabbit Descends to Earth.' I like it and will go back to listen to the play and give a reward whenever I have time. Your Majesty can send someone to verify this."
Upon hearing the name of the play, Emperor Jingyuan believed it to be about 70-80%.
The people all saw what kind of opera was being performed in the teahouse, and Jiang Wan would not lie about it.
Moreover, he clearly regarded Jiang Wan as the incarnation of the Jade Rabbit deity, so it's perfectly reasonable that Jiang Wan would enjoy listening to this play.
Unexpectedly, Jiang Wan changed the subject: "At first, we went to see a play, but later..."
Her voice lowered, and she suddenly stopped talking.
Seemingly realizing something, Jiang Wan slightly widened her eyes and glanced at the kneeling Madam Yuan.
Upon seeing her like this, the matriarch suddenly had a bad feeling and warned, "Awan, this matter concerns the entire Song family. Don't say anything reckless!"
This was a subtle reminder to Jiang Wan that if she got involved with the Illusion Moon Sect, the General's Mansion would be guilty of a serious crime, and Jiang Wan herself would also suffer.
But Emperor Jingyuan was standing right there; how could he not understand the meaning behind her words?
He snorted coldly and looked at Jiang Wan: "Good child, just say what you have to say. With me here, let's see who dares to threaten you!"
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