The whole family died tragically? The eldest daughter is the most powerful in the capital after her

Mr. Song walked carefully into the hall, with a respectful look, and handed over a heavy box of banknotes, and whispered: "Master Jing, although Zhennan was accidentally involved in this incident, he is definitely not the murderer. Please be magnanimous and give him a chance. These banknotes are just a small token of our Song family's appreciation."

Lord Jingzhao Yin glanced at the box without changing his expression and sneered.

He gently put down the teacup in his hand, stood up, looked at Master Song with a gaze as sharp as lightning, and said in a steady voice with a hint of unquestionable coldness: "I am handling the matter of Master Song impartially. This case involves the murder of the Wu family. Not only the people of the capital are paying attention to it, but even many ministers in the court are watching it. The Wu family is now torn apart and has lost its power, but the death of Wu Qingfu is of great importance and cannot be easily and hastily concluded."

Jingzhao Yin's words made Master Song's face turn pale instantly. He said quickly: "Sir, I have no intention of asking you to go against the way of justice. It's just... it's just that Zhennan's innocence has not been proven yet, and I don't want him to be wronged because of this. I hope your leniency will be flexible..."

Jingzhao Yin snorted coldly, interrupting Master Song's words, and said sternly: "I know you care about your son, but this is a murder case. Do you think you can let me go for just ten thousand taels of silver?"

Just an hour ago, Mrs. Wu went to the Jingzhao Yin Mansion and made a scene, claiming that she wanted justice for her daughter.

If he took Mr. Song's money and released the person now, he would no longer want the official hat on his head.

Mr. Song's face was stiff and cold sweat was oozing from his forehead.

He looked down at the box full of banknotes and suddenly felt extremely helpless.

He knew that continuing to pester would only backfire, so he hurriedly clasped his fists respectfully and said, "Your Excellency is right. I was reckless, please forgive me."

Lord Jingzhao Yin nodded slightly, waved his hand and had the box returned, his tone still stern: "If Master Song wants to clear the young master's name, he should find real evidence instead of pinning his hopes on these unorthodox methods."

Mr. Song had no choice but to retreat with the silver bills in disgrace, feeling heavy in his heart.

Mr. Song returned to the Song family with a look of fatigue on his face.

As soon as he entered the room, he saw Mrs. Song pacing back and forth anxiously in the hall, waiting for news from him.

Mrs. Song saw that Mr. Song looked serious, so she stepped forward and asked, "Master, how is it? Has the Jingzhao Yin agreed?"

Mr. Song sighed heavily, sat down slowly, and said gloomily, "Jingzhao Yin refused to accept the money."

When Mrs. Song heard this, she was stunned, then she sat back in her chair weakly, her eyes moistened instantly: "Then what should we do?"

Seeing this, Song Yuqing immediately stepped forward and gently comforted her mother: "Mom, don't worry. Things are not irreversible yet. As long as Zhennan didn't do it, nothing will happen."

Mrs. Song wiped the tears from her eyes, still worried: "But the maid insisted that it was Zhennan, and the government can't catch the real murderer. How long will it take? Can Zhennan wait? Can our Song family wait?"

Seeing her mother so flustered, Song Yuqing soothed her softly, "Don't worry, mother. The Lin family will definitely not sit idly by. Lin Ruoqiao is also a suspect. The Lin family will do their best to find out the truth, so that Zhennan will be under much less pressure. Moreover, my eldest brother and I have already mobilized our connections. We will definitely find evidence to prove Zhennan's innocence."

Mr. Song frowned deeply and asked in a low voice: "So what do you think we should do next?"

Song Yuqing thought for a moment and said firmly, "The most urgent task is not only to continue to find the real murderer, but also to keep the family business in good condition. Zhennan is now imprisoned in Jingzhao Yinfu, and my brother and I have to take over the affairs during this period. If our business also goes wrong, Zhennan will be even more isolated and helpless."

Mrs. Song nodded, thinking her daughter's words made sense: "Yes, Zhennan is not here, and the family business cannot be messed up. But can you and Zhenhao handle it?"

Song Yuqing smiled slightly and said firmly, "Mom, don't worry. My eldest brother and I have already discussed it. We will do our best to take over the affairs of the Song family. During this time when Zhennan is away, we must hold on. This is also for Zhennan to return home safely."

When Mr. Song heard this, his brows relaxed a little.

He patted his daughter's shoulder with an approving look: "Yuqing is right. Zhenhao, you and your sister will take over Zhennan's business. The Song family's business must not go wrong."

Song Yuqing and Song Zhenhao looked at each other and exchanged a knowing smile.

Lin.

Lin Shiyuan sat in the main seat with a serious expression.

Ever since the fall of the Wu family and the start of a large-scale investigation in the capital, his official duties have piled up like a mountain. The endless paperwork and emergencies have made him physically and mentally exhausted.

Now that Lin Ruoqiao was involved in a murder case, he became even more anxious.

Lin Shiyuan was silent for a moment, and finally said: "The court has been investigating recently, and various affairs have been coming one after another. I am so busy every day that I really can't do anything. If it's a coincidence, it all depends on you."

Lin Ruoxuan and Lin Ruoxue looked at each other, then stood up together and saluted respectfully to their father.

Lin Ruoxuan said firmly, "Don't worry, father. Your official duties are the most important. We will do our best to deal with Seventh Sister's matter. Leave the evidence to me and my sister."

Lin Shiyuan nodded, looked at his two daughters with complicated eyes, and sighed: "I know you have always been sensible and have always handled it properly, but if it happens to be involved in a murder case this time, you must be cautious and not make any mistakes."

Lin Ruoxue comforted him softly, "Dad, don't worry too much, we will find out everything. You have a lot of official duties, so just focus on your work. We will do our best to handle the family affairs."

Lin Shiyuan felt relieved seeing his two daughters were so calm, but he was still worried.

After giving a few instructions, he hurried away to return to his official business.

After both parents left, Lin Ruoxue turned to look at Lin Ruoxuan with a look of concern.

She frowned and asked tentatively, "How are you and the prince doing recently? You haven't even mentioned it to us."

Mentioning Gu Nanyuan, Lin Ruoxuan's mood suddenly became heavy. She sighed, revealing an expression that was difficult to conceal bitterness: "Sister, I'm afraid that Gu Nanyuan and I are over. He can't forgive my behavior, and I don't know how to explain it. The gap between us is getting bigger and bigger."

Hearing this, Lin Ruoxue's eyes flashed with worry, and she quickly comforted him, "Don't be so pessimistic. The prince has always been a man who values ​​friendship and loyalty. He was just angry for a moment. You have all been through so much, he won't give up on you so easily."

Lin Ruoxuan smiled bitterly and shook her head: "But he felt that I didn't treat him as a family member. He questioned why I always hid things from him and even thought that I was just using him. This kind of broken trust is harder to repair than anything else."

Lin Ruoxue listened quietly, then thought seriously for a while, and suddenly smiled: "In fact, this matter of Seventh Sister is actually an opportunity."

Lin Ruoxuan looked at her doubtfully: "Opportunity? What do you mean?"

Lin Ruoxue smiled slightly, her tone full of meaning: "You can use the matter of Seventh Sister to ask the prince for help in investigating. It will not only give you two a chance to get in touch with each other, but also let him see your sincerity. Isn't this a natural step?"

Lin Ruoxuan was stunned and lowered her head in thought.

My sister's advice is not without reason.

Lin Ruoqiao's case involves serious matters. If Gu Nanyuan is willing to help, it will definitely speed up the process of solving the case.

At the same time, if she took the initiative to ask him for help, it would not only help repair the relationship between them, but also allow him to see her sincerity.

But Lin Ruoxuan's heart was full of hesitation.

She smiled bitterly and shook her head, saying softly: "But, sister, I'm afraid he will refuse. Nan Yuan is extremely disappointed in me, and I'm really not sure if he is willing to give me another chance."