HCB Chapter 41 Anyone who dares to harm his wife and children will pay the price.
Chapter 41 Anyone who dares to harm his wife and children will pay the price.
"Kill that man in black." Xie Yanli continued in a cold voice without raising his eyebrows, "Keep Zhang San for now, I still have a use for him."
If the Marquis of Lin'an dares to harm his wife and children, he will pay the price.
The carriage slowly made its way to the Marquis's residence.
Back at Qinglan Courtyard, Xie Jing was still somewhat worried and wanted to ask the royal physician to examine Qin Jiuwei again.
Seeing Xie Jing's worried expression, Qin Jiuwei couldn't bring herself to refuse.
"Alright, then let's call the royal physician to take a look."
The female doctor quickly came over and examined her shoulder injury.
Xie Jing heard the female doctor say that Qin Jiuwei's injuries were nothing serious, and only then did he feel relieved and go back to his room to do his homework.
Qin Jiuwei couldn't help but smile. This child.
Although there was nothing seriously wrong, Qin Jiuwei still asked the female doctor to prescribe some tonic soup to replenish her qi and blood.
After everyone left, the main house became quiet for a while.
Xiaohe was still a little shaken by what happened today.
"Miss, I was terrified just now. Luckily, the young master was here this time."
"I'm perfectly fine, aren't I?" Qin Jiuwei smiled faintly at her. "Did you buy the things I asked you to buy?"
Xiaohe couldn't help but chuckle, "How could I dare forget Miss's instructions?"
As he spoke, he took out two wrapped osmanthus cakes from his sleeve.
The young lady is really something, even though she's injured, she still remembers to ask her to buy osmanthus cake.
Qin Jiuwei took out the osmanthus cake, and her eyes immediately crinkled with laughter.
But before she could even put the osmanthus cake in her mouth, a maid's voice suddenly came from the doorway: "Young Master."
Xie Yanli stood tall and straight like a pine tree as he slowly walked into the room.
Seeing the serious expression on his handsome face, as if he had something to say, Qin Jiuwei could only silently put away the osmanthus cake.
Sure enough, Xie Yanli had just sat down at the table when he asked, "When did you find out about the academy?"
So that's what you wanted to ask.
Qin Jiuwei spoke up: "I learned about this three days ago from my childhood study companion, and it was also me who arranged for someone to beat up Li Yuan yesterday."
Xie Yanli looked up at her and said, "You can tell me about this, and we can solve it together."
He didn't like the feeling of being completely excluded by her...
The two people were like complete strangers.
She won't bother him, nor will she rely on him.
Feeling that his words were a bit too much, Xie Yanli paused and continued, "After all, he is also my child. It must be quite tiring for you to manage so many things all by yourself."
Qin Jiuwei hadn't expected him to come here to talk about this.
She smiled faintly: "My husband, you are busy with official duties and come home very late every day. How should I tell you this?"
Xie Yanli was taken aback, his eyelids drooped slightly, and his eyelashes cast several shadows on his face.
Indeed, he comes home way too late every day...
“I will come home earlier every day from now on. If I have official business, I will handle it in my study. You can come to me anytime if you need anything.”
Now it was Qin Jiuwei's turn to be stunned.
How could Xie Yanli, a man who is only focused on official duties, say such a thing?
It's really incredible.
Xie Yanli recalled the events that had occurred during this period.
All three children were experiencing their own health problems, some of which were even life-threatening.
But he never noticed, and was completely unaware.
Being busy with official duties is not an excuse; ultimately, it's because he, as a father, is too irresponsible.
Since you promised to take care of the son of your deceased friend, you must keep your word.
No wonder Qin Jiuwei has only been at the Marquis's residence for a few days, but the three children are now much closer to her.
A look of guilt settled over Xie Yanli's handsome face.
Qin Jiuwei guessed what he was thinking and comforted him, "Husband, you are devoted to your official duties for the sake of the people, and that is the right thing to do."
“You did nothing wrong, and the three children are so sensible, that’s not wrong either. That’s how things happened, there’s no need to determine who’s right and who’s wrong.”
Her voice was gentle and clear when she spoke. Xie Yanli raised his eyes to look at her, his gaze darkening slightly.
"I never expected you to be so insightful and intelligent."
Qin Jiu smiled without saying a word, but was secretly pleased.
Of course, they'll live one more lifetime than you.
Seeing that the matter was resolved, Qin Jiuwei took the osmanthus cake out of the packaging, took out a piece and handed it to Xie Yanli.
"My husband, would you like to try some? Consider it a thank you for saving me today."
Xie Yanli was slightly taken aback, his gaze slowly shifting from her face to the osmanthus cake.
The cake appeared even smaller and more delicate between her slender fingers.
Xie Yanli never eats these things, but for some reason today he suddenly wanted to try them.
He reached out and took it, and his fingers inadvertently touched Qin Jiuwei's fingertips. A strange feeling instantly spread throughout his body.
Xie Yanli's thick eyelashes trembled, but Qin Jiuwei was completely oblivious, taking a bite of the pastry.
The sweet taste spread instantly in her mouth, Qin Jiuwei's beautiful peach blossom eyes curved up, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up.
Xie Yanli lowered his eyes and curved his lips slightly.
The next day, morning.
Imperial Censor Chen strode out of the ranks and proclaimed loudly, "Your Majesty, I have a memorial to present. The Marquis of Lin'an has indiscriminately killed innocent people and slaughtered civilians; his crime deserves death!"
The court was in an uproar. How dare someone impeach the Marquis of Lin'an?
I never realized that Imperial Censor Chen was so bold before.
The Marquis of Lin'an is the Empress Dowager's nephew.
Xie Yanli raised his eyes without changing his expression and looked at the emperor on the dragon throne.
Gao Xian frowned slightly and said in a deep voice, "Lord Lin'an, is this true?"
The Marquis of Lin'an felt a pang of anxiety, stepped forward, bowed, and said, "Your Majesty, I am innocent. I have never indiscriminately killed any civilians."
Imperial Censor Chen sneered, stepped forward again, unfolded the memorial, and said loudly, "Your Majesty, I have conclusive evidence. The Marquis of Lin'an got into a dispute with the people in the suburbs over a trivial matter and then ordered his men to brutally kill them. There is no doubt about the evidence, both physical and witness testimony."
Gao Xian's face was gloomy, and his gaze was cold as he stared at Marquis Lin'an.
This good-for-nothing can't even clean up his messes, and people even caught him red-handed.
Fine beads of sweat appeared on the forehead of the Marquis of Lin'an. He tried his best to explain, "Your Majesty, I have been framed. Please investigate thoroughly."
"I will send people to investigate this matter thoroughly. If the Marquis of Lin'an has indeed committed acts of indiscriminate killing, I will not let him off lightly."
Gao Xian shifted his gaze and said, "Minister Xie, I'm entrusting this matter to you."
Xie Yanli cupped his hands and said, "Your humble servant obeys the decree."
After the morning court session, the officials dispersed.
Marquis Lin'an's voice was urgent: "Thank you, Your Highness! Thank you, Your Highness, please wait!"