From the entrance of the prison to the innermost part of it, they were assailed by the ever increasing humidity and the stench which seemed to combine with the smell of rusting iron.

Were here, declared the jailer as he stopped in front of a prison cell.

Through the wooden stakes, Ji Yunshu could see Lin Duans head. Due to the bribe given to the jailer, Lin Duans cell was exceptionally clean and he even had a quilt.

The man was sitting on the bed with his head drooped and his hair was disheveled. As for his eyes, they were filled with despair. Suyuns death had killed his heart.

Open the door, ordered Ji Yunshu.

However, the jailer appeared extremely awkward as he said, Teacher Ji, I cant let you go in there like last time, since Suyun

Right If she had not gone in and gave Suyun that oil lamp, perhaps, Suyun would not have used it to commit suicide. She didnt want to make things difficult for the jailer. So, she simply stated, Forget it, you may go out first.

Yes, sir.

The jailer obediently left.

Ji Yunshu knocked on the wooden stake and called out for Lin Duan.

Lin Duan didnt react at all.

The case has been reinvestigated. Although Suyun and you didnt kill anyone, you should know that destroying a corpse and any evidence is still a crime. You may be spared from capital punishment, but when the documents from the Ministry of Justice are approved, you would still be punished. Even after she said those words, Lin Duan remained as if he was a statue.

Meanwhile, Luaner pulled on Ji Yunshus sleeve and asked in a small voice, Miss, is he retarded?

He isnt retarded, but rather, his heart had died. The words she just spoke were meant for Lin Duan to hear.

Having achieved her purpose, Lin Duan slightly moved. He raised his head and stared at Ji Yunshu. The despair filling his eyes was gradually replaced by hatred.

Its you! Youre the one who killed her! His heavy tone felt like a chunk of an iceberg that had broken off!

I am sorry. Regret suffused Ji Yunshus voice.

Yuner is dead! Whats the use of apologizing? His words stopped as he rose and abruptly dashed to the wooden stakes, directly crashing on them. His face was a mask of viciousness as he shouted at Ji Yunshu, Its all your fault! Those people should have died. They should all die and accompany my Yuner!

Fortunately, Luaner reacted quickly and had pulled Ji Yunshu back two steps when Lin Duan dashed to the wooden bars. Otherwise, Ji Yunshus delicate neck would have been wrung by Lin Duans hands.

Lin Duan, I know you are filled with resentment, but if it wasnt due to the old housekeeper making a move first, Miss Zhou would have drunk the medicinal concoction. You have premeditated her murder. I admit that her death was because of my mistake, but did you know? That the reason why she killed herself was for your sake?

Nonsense! You all hounded her to death! His bellow reverberated through the whole prison!

The jailer returned to them when he heard the bellow, but seeing Ji Yunshu unharmed, he didnt come over.

At this moment, Lin Duan seemed like a malevolent entity!

Love could commit people together in life and death, and also destroy their wisdom. Then, Ji Yunshu had a thought for Ji Pei. She didnt know if she would do the same thing for Ji Pei if he too was in a life-threatening situation.

She reared back her mind, took out from her belt a handkerchief and gave it to him. You should be familiar with this handkerchief, right? You should also be able to recognize Suyuns handwriting.

Lin Duan hastily grabbed the handkerchief which he undoubtedly recognized. His eyes were dazzled by the red and blue of the two familiar mulberry flowers. Then, the three rows of bloody letters marking the white handkerchief caught his attention.

After Lin Duan read it, his whole body became paralyzed, causing him to slump to the ground. He sat there, sobbing uncontrollably while clutching the handkerchief.

He blamed himself. Yuner, I should have made you leave earlier. It was my fault. I couldnt protect you properly and caused you to lose our child, and now even you have left me Yuner

Each sentence pierced Ji Yunshus heart and made her felt extremely heavy-hearted. Finally, she decided to take out the painting scroll she brought with her and gave it to him. Think of it as a memento.

After he took the painting, he slowly unscrolled it, revealing the image of a delicate and pretty woman in green clothes. Her face was delicate, her expression alert, with crimson thin lips and exquisite eyebrows.

Its so lifelike! The painting looked as if Suyun was right in front of him. It completely dispersed the malevolent aura exuding from him. Lin Duan was completely absent-minded as he stared at the painting.

Ji Yunshu no longer disturbed him and left with Luaner.

She had only taken two steps when she heard Lin Duans voice. Thank you.

Her steps halted, but she didnt reply. She simply gave Lin Duan a side glance before continuing her road. When she exited the prison, snow started to fall all of a sudden. The sparse snowflakes drifted and fluttered along the cold wind blowing on her face, causing sharp pain on her face.

Luaner lifted her eyes and grumbled, I should have brought an umbrella before we went out. Miss, should we wait a bit before leaving?

Its just a little snow. Nothing inconvenient about it. You should wait here until the snow stops. Ill go to the yamen first. Its not too far from here and I could borrow an umbrella from Lord Liu.

Ah? I think I should accompany you.

Im going there to do the autopsy. Arent you afraid of seeing skeletons and such?

Yes, she was afraid, not to mention that it terrified her too. Luaner expressed her thoughts by shrinking her neck and revealing a fearful look.

Ji Yunshu continued to speak. Besides, you will be a hindrance there. Her words were very straightforward! But Ji Yunshu wasnt afraid of hurting Luaners feelings.

Ji Yunshu no longer paid any attention to Luaner as she left in the snow. The snowflakes fell and brushed against her hair and shoulders, and piled up very quickly.

The weather in the eleventh lunar month was very unpredictable!

Meanwhile, in the yamen, Magistrate Liu had been waiting for a long time. Today was the agreed day to do the autopsy, so naturally, he would wait patiently.

Yunshu, have you eaten breakfast yet? asked the magistrate in a happy tone.

I still havent eaten yet. She rubbed her belly and asked, Whats there to eat?

Theres pork chop braised with potatoes, stir-fried meat with celery and finally, eggplants saut with soy sauce. If you want to eat, I can have them make pig trotters steamed in broth.

Are you sick? Eating such greasy food so early in the morning.

Liu Qingpings face stiffened as he was rendered speechless. His teeth hurt as if cold water was being poured inside!

Ji Yunshu already sat down and started tapping on the table. I only want to eat stir-fried bamboo shoots and meatballs soup. If possible, add some Chinese cabbage in it. Its better to make it fast since I dont want to delay the autopsy any longer.

Alright, alright! Ill order it.

Magistrate Liu hurriedly summoned a servant and gave him the names of several dishes.

Soon after, he sat opposite of Ji Yunshu with a huge smile on his face. He stupidly looked at her.

Are you crazy or what! Ji Yunshu thought.

Thump! Thump!

Suddenly, the sound of the drum came bursting forth from the entrance.

Someone had struck the drum!

Magistrate Liu became nervous. Not even a moment passed before a runner hurriedly rushed in and pointed at the large entrance as he spoke. Milord, someone has struck the drum.

Who is it?

Its the idiot!

The idiot? Is it Wei Yi?

Liu Qingping inquired. Which idiot?

The runner replied, Its the Wei familys idiot. He said he came to find Big Brother. Hes at the entrance and refuses to leave.

Liu Qingpings face was full of helplessness!