Chapter 272: Seems to be a Talent

When Xie Si said this, others didn’t think much of it, but Madam Ji admired it and nodded in approval.

"Very well! If you insist on conducting a self-investigation, then proceed!

My visit today is also because I heard about the Gu Insect incident in the Xie Family. Coincidentally, a special envoy from Nanjiang will soon arrive in the capital. Furthermore, a case related to Gu Insects in the capital remains unresolved.

My Youzhi is still investigating. If this case can’t be fully resolved, then I’ll have no choice but to send someone to summon him to investigate personally."

Upon hearing Madam Ji’s words, everyone in the Xie Family gasped. Madam Xie couldn’t help but say,

"Let Xie Si investigate first. If he truly makes no progress, then it wouldn’t be too late to bother the Seventh Son."

My heavens, the Gu Insect originated from Nanjiang. If the Emperor’s favorite finds out, then it’s equivalent to the Emperor knowing about it. If things go wrong, just as Madam Ji mentioned earlier, they, the Xie Family, might be accused of treason.

"That will be fine!"

Madam Ji said indifferently, then looked at Xie Si. "Start your investigation!"

"Yes!"

Xie Si thanked Madam Ji and then picked up his father’s ever-present wine gourd. After thinking for a moment, he turned to Madam Ji and asked, "Old Madam, how many attendants did you bring with you today?"

Madam Ji looked at Nanny Zhang. Nanny Zhang replied, "Ten Guards, one coachman, six Maids, and two strong maidservants."

"Only ten Guards... that seems a bit few," Xie Si said thoughtfully.

"No matter. State your plan. I’ll have someone take my Token back to the Mansion later and direct Steward Liu to have all the Guards and servants there listen to you."

Madam Ji’s words surprised the Xie Family again.

What incredible luck did the fifth branch have for Madam Ji to help them like this?

"Many thanks, Old Madam."

Xie Si expressed his gratitude.

Madam Ji waved her hand. "No need for formalities. If the people from my Mansion aren’t enough, I can also use my credentials. I’ll request Governor Han Yunzhang of Shuntian Prefecture to send constables from the Government Office to assist!"

Xiaosuisui also said, "Don’t be afraid if there aren’t enough people! Suisui is here too! Suisui can ask her Imperial Father, the Emperor. He’ll send lots and lots of people to help you!"

Upon hearing Madam Ji’s offer to ask the constables from the Government Office for help, Xie Si’s eyes already showed delight.

Having heard Xiaosuisui’s words after that, he was overjoyed.

He quickly cupped his hands in thanks. "Thank you, Princess. Thank you, Old Madam Ji."

Madam Xie’s face turned purple with rage. She had insisted earlier on not alerting the Government Office, yet here was Xie Si, looking like he was about to request the Government Office’s help.

She grew angry. She was about to say they shouldn’t ask for people from the Government Office; if he felt he lacked manpower, the Xie Family could provide it. But before she could get the words out, she heard Xie Si address Nanny Zhang.

"Nanny, please trouble yourself to bring everyone the Old Madam brought here. I have a small favor to ask of them."

Upon hearing this, Nanny Zhang looked at Madam Ji for approval. Seeing Madam Ji nod, she left immediately.

Soon, Nanny Zhang brought about a dozen burly men to stand at the entrance of the Flower Hall, awaiting instructions.

"The people are here. What’s next?" Madam Ji asked him.

Xie Si looked towards Madam Lin. This was the first time he had mustered the courage to look directly at Madam Lin’s face.

"My uncle’s wife has never been an affable person, and she has never been generous towards us from the fifth branch. Yet, she never cut off my father’s supply of strong liquor. I want to know who has been helping to buy my father’s liquor."

As soon as Xie Si asked this, Madam Lin’s face turned three shades paler.

Meanwhile, on the rooftop, the young Emperor and Ji Youze, who were watching the drama unfold under an umbrella to shield themselves from the scorching sun, both showed a hint of admiration in their eyes.

This Xie Si isn’t even sixteen yet, but he already possesses such logical thinking. It seems he’s a talent.