Bone Painting Coroner (Web Novel CN) - Chapter 65: This Prince Only Believes in Teacher Ji
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Chapter 65: This Prince Only Believes in Teacher Ji

Jing Rong was still as elegant as ever, with his sword-like brows and star-like eyes. His steps seemed to pluck ones heartstrings, causing everyone to feel nervous. However, that originally flirty face was now filled with seriousness.

Entering from outside, his gaze met Ji Yunshus. His eyes were brimming with warmth though they seemed to have frozen over from her stare. Little scholar, even though youre still cold to me, Ill warm you up like a summers day.

Shifting his gaze, he walked until he stood next to Madame Jiang.

His eyebrow was raised as he spoke with Madame Jiang, If I give the order that you are not allowed to bring back the corpse, I would like to know, would you lodge a complaint against me to the Supreme Court? His tone brought an inexplicable solemness with it, causing Madame Jiang to remain stunned and unable to react.

Magistrate Liu turned into a bootlicker as he gave his greetings, Greetings Prince Rong.

Prince Rong? Madame Jiang mouthed. She had stayed in the capital for two years, so of course, she knew who he was. It was just that Didnt he leave the capital half a year ago? Why of all places is he here?!

She could only speak, This one didnt know Prince Rong was present. Please forgive this one.

She was just about to give a formal greeting but was stopped by Prince Rong. When I am outside the capital, formalities are unnecessary.

Many thanks Prince Rong!

Madame Jiang and her younger brother exchanged glances. It looks like weve encountered someone troublesome!

Jing Rong smiled coldly as he spoke with a serious face, Madame Jiang, your maiden family is Old General Lis family. He is a senior member of the court for three generations of the Lin dynasty Emperors and received the title of Zhangqing General from the late Emperor, as well as, getting my imperial father to pay his respect to him. In addition, the Li family has produced numerous virtuous officials for the court for generations; thus, Madame Jiang, this Prince doesnt understand why you are so peremptory? You have truly widened my horizons! His voice contained veiled mockery.

Meanwhile, Ji Yunshu and the magistrates thoughts were, No wonder she was so arrogant, she had a strong backing!

Madame Jiangs features stiffened. This Prince Rong actually knows about my maiden family in such detail.

This lowly one was rude just now. Its just that my husbands matter

I understand your feelings about your husbands death, and I am sorry for your loss. However, on the matter of his remains since I am one of the witnesses, how can it be returned to you before the case is closed? Since it is a murder case, then it has to be investigated until everything is completely clear.

Your Highness, all thats left of my husband is a pile of bones. All I wish is to give him a proper burial as soon as possible. I beg you to grant me this wish.

Madame Jiangs tone had clearly softened, and she actually managed to squeeze out a tear from her eye.

Go on and continue to pretend!

I have already spoken. This is a murder case, and hence that body will not be returned to you. It was quite apparent Jing Rong wasnt buying any of that as he spoke with iron-willed decisiveness.

Prince Rong, dont listen to their nonsense. My husband couldnt possibly have been murdered. The wounds on his body were self-inflicted in his madness. Prince-

Jing Rong suddenly raised his hand, interrupting her from yammering on!

Following which, he gave a cold laugh. I heard everything when I was outside, so you need not repeat yourself. Moreover

As he spoke, he swivelled his body and stepped toward Ji Yunshu. Looking at her, he spoke in a sincere voice, The only one this Prince trusts, is Teacher Ji!

Huh?! Ji Yunshu felt her heart quivering. She was quite sure she didnt mishear.

If he says its a murder case, then its a murder case. If he says someone told him who the murderer was, I would believe it too. As long as it is spoken by Teacher Ji, I will believe it.

That moment, those words, that gaze, they all seemed to burn her till she was crispy on the outside!

She had once heard someone say that the most romantic declaration that one could make was not I love you but I believe you!

Jing Rongs lips formed a gentle smile with a warmth that reminded her of sunlight at dawn on a spring day, pleasant and comfortable. As their gazes met, it was as if they were in a world of their own!

This caused Ji Yunshu to feel a bit panicked and nervous inside!

Yet at this exact moment

Prince, you mean to say that you wont allow Madame Jiang to bring the body back, right?

A rude interruption by Liu Qingping who butted in shattered the harmonious atmosphere that had just formed.

Oi oi oi, how can you be so insensible? Dont you have eyes? Stupid Liu, this prince will sort you out later!

Ji Yunshu immediately snapped out of it as she shifted herself and avoided Jing Rongs gaze.

Getting back to the point, Jing Rong turned around and continued speaking to Madame Jiang, I have already given the order for the yamen to investigate this case clearly and find the killer. I would suggest that you and your entourage do not leave Jinjiang city in the meantime. After all, if your younger brother does turn out to be the killer, then it would be more convenient for the yamen to do their job.

Though his words didnt surprise Madame Jiang, it did end up startling her younger brother, Li Zhao. Li Zhaos pupils dilated as he hid his hands in his sleeves.

Ive already said it wasnt me! The day my brother-in-law died I- I wasnt home! Li Zhao spoke in a weak voice.

Madame Jiang joined in, Thats right. My younger brother would never do such a thing. This young sir has already said that it was an old servant of the Jiang family that told her this, and it is most likely Seventh Uncle. But his words are clearly flawed, and especially now that he is dead, you cant just make accusations without any evidence.

Her tone was as lofty as ever, though it lacked a bit of her previous arrogance.

Ji Yunshu planned on speaking, but Jing Rong spoke first.

Whether or not it really is true, everything will be clear once it has been investigated. If Master Jiang had truly been killed, then I believe that Teacher Ji will definitely be able to find the murderer. At that point, I wont be lenient on account of Old Man Li.

His authoritative tone and words shocked Madame Jiang and Li Zhao who looked to each other.

Only after a short while did Madame Jiang relent, her voice trembling, Since Prince Rong has given the order, I shall not speak any longer. Lord Liu, please do your utmost to finish investigating as soon as possible.

The magistrate replied, But of course.

Before leaving, Madame Jiang didnt forget to glare hatefully at Ji Yunshu, her heart filled with rage. In the end, she couldnt help but unwillingly leave with Li Zhao and her two maidservants.

I have to say, she was really tough to handle! I admit it; Being a prince is pretty useful in times like these! If he hadnt shown up earlier, that corpse would have probably been taken away by her.

The magistrate wiped off the sweat on the back of his hands before waving powerlessly and sighing, I have long heard of Madame Jiangs domineering ways, but today Ive experienced it for myself. I cant do anything to her either because of her maiden family.

Thats because youre useless. Jing Rong tossed this sentence at him, slapping his face! metaphorically of course.

Jing Rong looked at Ji Yunshu, speaking in his low and warm voice, Teacher Ji, I have ordered that this case is to be investigated, so its under my jurisdiction now. I will have to trouble Teacher Ji to find the killer, posthaste.

She lowered her head. Yes, I will do my utmost in solving this case quickly.

He was staring openly at her, yet he wasnt getting any reaction. She seemed to be in deep thought about something else so he asked, Whats wrong?

I am thinking about that Seventh Uncle. Two days prior he had indeed come to look for me to tell me that he saw Madame Jiang and her younger brother burying the corpse.

But he is already dead. Jing Rong spoke.