NOVPUBChapter 996: Chapter 995: Killing the Beiqi State Preceptor_1
Chapter 996 -995: Killing the Beiqi State Preceptor_1
“This bookshelf seems odd.”
Xu Ruyun, well-read and experienced in investigations, noticed the peculiarity of the bookshelf at first glance.
“There’s a mechanism here.”
A female official from the Supervision Department accidentally touched the mechanism, unconsciously rotating it, which in turn moved the bookshelf, revealing a hidden secret chamber.
“Down!”
Xu Ruyun waved her right hand, not hesitating to lead her people into it.
“Not good, someone is coming.”
“State Preceptor, hurry up and go.”
Beiqi spies in the secret chamber sensed the danger and huddled around Ye Luo, rushing towards a concealed exit.
“Whoosh!”
A sharp sword light appeared in the sky, cutting off Ye Luo’s right arm with a single blow.
“Ah!”
Ye Luo let out a miserable cry, covering his bloody shoulder and glared at the void, cursing repeatedly.
“Who are you, come out, despicable villain, you lowly bastard… ”
“Whoosh.”
A scorching spark shot through, piercing right through his brow.
The swearing stopped abruptly, and Ye Luo’s eyes rolled back as he died on the spot.
Little Kingfisher was furious: “How dare you curse Master, you deserve to die.”
“Yin’er, you’ve arrived?”
Lin Qingluo put away her long sword and revealed her figure from the void.
“State Preceptor? Are they from Beiqi?”
Xu Ruyun followed, her long sword unsheathed and aimed at the fleeing Beiqi spies.
“Commander Xu.”
Lin Qingluo’s pretty face was frosty, and she yelled angrily: “It’s them who slandered our grandfather for colluding with Beiqi and betraying the country.”
“Capture them!”
Xu Ruyun waved her right hand, and the experts from the Supervision Department drew out their long swords and charged at the Beiqi spies.
Blood splattered amidst the clash of swords.
Lin Qingluo flicked her fingers consecutively, immobilizing the Beiqi spies who were stubbornly resisting on the spot.
Xu Ruyun ordered in a deep voice: “Bring them all to the Imperial Palace and clear Duke of Zhen’s name in front of the civil and military officials.”
“Yes.”
Experts from the Imperial Court bowed and obeyed, tying more than a dozen Beiqi spies with ropes and dragging them out of the secret chamber.
Xu Ruyun’s feelings were mixed: “Xiao Qingluo, His Majesty was confused, causing you all to suffer injustice.”
“Although the Empress is dead, the culprit behind the scenes is still at large.”
Lin Qingluo’s pretty face was frosty, her demeanor abruptly changed, and killing intent was overwhelming: “Whoever dares to slander my grandfather and tarnish the reputation of the Duke of Zhen’s mansion, the Lin Clan will unite and make them pay the due price.”
“Xiao Qingluo.”
Xu Ruyun was startled by her sudden burst of killing intent, and her eyes flickered for a moment.
“Xiao Qingluo, what do you plan to do?”
Mu Fangyun stood beside the two, unconsciously asking.
“This matter is top secret; please forgive me for not being able to disclose it.”
Lin Qingluo’s eyes flickered slightly, avoiding a direct answer.
“Xiao Qingluo.”
Xu Ruyun recovered from her shock, her eyes firm and unquestionable: “No matter what you plan to do, Aunt Xu will support you.”
“Thank you, Aunt Xu.”
Lin Qingluo’s eyes showed a touch of gratitude, and she responded with a sincere smile.
Xu Ruyun smiled comfortingly, her eyes filled with concern: “Where are you going next?”
Lin Qingluo didn’t hide it: “Later, I will take Yixuan to the palace to mourn for the Empress.”
“That’s not possible.”
Xu Ruyun and Mu Fangyun were shocked, saying simultaneously.
“Why not?”
Lin Qingluo’s pretty face darkened.
“The Noble Lord has committed high treason, and the evidence is irrefutable.”
Xu Ruyun felt gloomy: “The Little Prince’s identity is awkward, and his abrupt appearance will inevitably cause controversy.”
“The civil and military officials deeply detest the Noble Lord.”
Mu Fangyun explained sadly: “The Little Prince is the Evil King’s son, and by association, he will suffer. If he mourns for the Empress, he will undoubtedly face personal attacks and perhaps even risks to his life.”
“Yixuan is only ten years old, and what does his father’s misdeeds have to do with him!”
Lin Qingluo was filled with rage, her figure flashed, and she disappeared on the spot, leaving only her voice filled with anger echoing in the secret chamber.
“I will take him to the palace and see who dares to stop me!”
