Conan's physique? The Crown Princess is involved in a murder case again

With Jing Zhichen's secret order, it became natural for Shuntian Prefecture to take over the case of the River God welcoming his wife.

Since this matter involves many villagers of Jufengpo, the investigation is naturally swift and rapid.

Shuntian Prefecture received Jing Zhichen's secret order, so when it notified Xu Guogong's Mansion, its style was completely different from that of Jufengpo. They handed over the letter politely, and two or three officials arrived in simple attire.

Among them was Tui Guan Song. After entering the door, everyone pretended not to know each other and handled their business in a fair and impartial manner.

Upon hearing that Xu Wanru was in trouble, Shi fainted immediately and there was a flurry of activity in the main hall.

When something like this happens in the mansion, it's not a good thing either for reputation or for the sake of reputation.

Fortunately, the people of Shuntian Prefecture kept a low profile during this trip, and the situation can still be salvaged.

As the person in charge of the Duke's Mansion, Xu Xiuzhu naturally had to make the decision first. As for pacifying the affairs of the rear quarters, that was Chen's responsibility.

After all, Old Madam Xu was old and no longer as decisive as she used to be. She was so angry that she almost died after hearing the news from Shuntian Prefecture.

Although the people from the first and third wives had no feelings for Xu Wanrui, they understood that family members were closely connected and would prosper and suffer together.

If something really happened to Xu Wanru, how would the girls from these two families get married in the future?

There are many examples of innocent girls being implicated by their own sisters.

The head of the Chen family had to first find a doctor for Shi, and then go and comfort Madam Xu, and also comfort the first and third wives.

After making all the arrangements for the family, he also had to warn the servants in the house, to be careful not to let any gossipers leak the matter, and he was so busy that he had no time to rest.

Chen had just returned to Zhilan Courtyard after finishing her work. Before she even had time to drink a sip of water, she heard that Xu Xiuzhu agreed to Shuntian Prefecture's proposal and asked Xu Xingyin to assist Shuntian Prefecture in handling the case.

A place like Shuntian Prefecture is mostly for men. How could it be a place for a little girl like Xu Xingyin to go?

What's more, investigating cases is the job of men, so what can Xu Xingyin do?

In Chen's opinion, women should not show up in public like this, so she was very puzzled by Xu Xiuzhu's behavior.

He put down the cup and was about to go to Xu Xiuzhu, but was stopped by Xu Xingyin who came after hearing the news.

"Father has already made his decision. If Mother leaves so rashly, won't it just make Father dislike her?"

Chen couldn't care less and said anxiously:

"Even though there are government officials around, who would do such a thing? How could a good person do it? Besides, what can a little girl like you do? Your father is really stupid to agree to such an unreasonable request from Shuntian Prefecture!"

"Relax, mother."

Xu Xingyin quickly comforted Chen, "Mother, think about it, you know that I can't help much in Shuntian Prefecture's investigation, how could father not know, and how could Shuntian Prefecture not know? So, I think father's action is not foolish, but he is helping his daughter!"

"help you?"

Chen was stunned, obviously unable to react.

"Think about it, my daughter's status in the mansion has been quite awkward since she returned to Beijing. My sisters are not close to me, and even my brother thinks I am an outsider. Father must have noticed this, so he asked the adults in Shuntian Mansion to be flexible and let my daughter follow them to help. This is considered that I have contributed to the Duke's Mansion. In this way, after my ninth sister is rescued, who in this mansion will not remember my kindness? Don't you think this makes sense?"

Chen nodded after hesitating for a moment, but she was still a little worried.

"I still think this is too dangerous."

After all, Chen was doing this for Xu Xingyin's own good, so Xu Xingyin naturally appreciated Chen's kindness. He tried to comfort her in a gentle manner and finally convinced Chen. He then quickly asked someone to wait for Chen to rest, and then he slowly returned to his Chenguang Courtyard.

No matter how nicely the words of persuasion to Chen were spoken, Xu Xingyin knew it very well in his heart.

Xu Xiuzhu's move was not to help himself, but to use Shuntian Prefecture to let him fend for himself and avenge himself on Aunt Liu and Xu Chaoming.

Her father really dislikes her as always, but...

She completely believed the words I just said to her mother, which shows that in her mother's heart, my father is still a person worthy of her trust and dependence. Even after these few times, my mother still hasn't seen through my father's coldness.

Mother must love father very much, Xu Xingyin thought.

Xu Xingyin did not sleep well that night, obviously because he felt that Chen was not worth the night. It was not until the next day when the sky was bright that he vaguely figured things out.

you are not a fish, how to know the joy of fish.

After realizing this, Xu Xingyin quickly got up, packed his things, and went to Shuntian Prefecture in high spirits.

It was still Tui Guan Song who greeted Xu Xingyin. He had a gentle smile on his face and greeted him in a measured manner.

Xu Xingyin returned the gift and began to ask about the case impatiently.

Magistrate Song handed the case file to Xu Xingyin and spoke slowly.

"Including the case of the Ninth Miss of the Duke's Mansion, there are more than 20 victims in total, three of whom are from other villages, but they also disappeared in Jufengpo. Through our secret investigation, we learned that these girls are all beautiful in the village, and perhaps the thieves took a fancy to them for this reason."

"The population of Jufengpo is not that large, but more than 20 people is not a small number for such a small village."

"That's right. That's why His Royal Highness the Crown Prince attaches great importance to this matter. He has reported it to the Emperor yesterday and has specially ordered me to investigate the case thoroughly."

Magistrate Song nodded and paused for a moment, "He also specially asked me to invite Miss Xu Qi to come and help."

Xu Xingyin pursed his lips, pretending not to understand the sarcasm in Song Tuiguan's words, and continued to ask questions related to the case.

"Then do you have any idea? Where should we start?"

Magistrate Song didn't waste any more words and pointed to a place on the booklet.

"In my opinion, this person is the most suspicious."

Xu Xingyin nodded, without commenting, "He may not be the thief, but he must be an insider."

Official Song liked smart people like Xu Xingyin, so there was no need for him to explain too much. Xu Xingyin would understand the deeper meaning of his words.

So, the two of them smiled at each other, and after a few brief conversations, they realized that it would be better for them to act separately on this matter. So they divided the work quickly and went to Jufengpo together.

For fear of alerting the enemy, Shuntian Prefecture conducted a quick but mainly undercover investigation, which did not disturb too many people, so Jufengpo still maintains its original tranquility and simplicity.

Everyone in Shuntian Prefecture changed into plain clothes when entering the village, including Xu Xingyin and Dan Feng, who also changed into the clothes of ordinary farm girls. The group was so low-key that they were not noticeable at all.

They just said that they were a family of brothers and sisters who were heading south to look for their relatives, and were temporarily staying at Jufengpo for some time.