Chapter 1479: Original Text: Chapter 1476: Pushed into the Dungeon Modified:
âI suspect that either it was a real coincidence, and someone among that group came back early and encountered the Beirong people, or the evidence of those five people was provided by someone else.â
Everyone was shocked and instinctively looked towards Duke Zheng, already fearing the worst in their hearts.
Some peopleâs eyes were obscure, but Liu Yanzhen, as astute as a fox, could see through it all.
He squinted his eyes, did not reproach anyone, but quickly directed people to respond to the situation. As for those officials who now had a tendency to shirk responsibility, he instead sent them out to participate in the task of stealing the evidence and silencing the witnesses.
When the officials left the study, many of them walked heavily, exchanging glances before hurrying away.
Inside the room, as soon as Liu Yanzhen and the others left, he immediately sent a Commanderâs Seal with the secret guards. He sat in the study, ready to allow the servants outside to let in the younger generation who had rushed over upon hearing the news.
Suddenly.
The housekeeper hurriedly ran in, his face ashen. Seeing Liu Yanzhen, he dropped to his knees with a thud: âMaster, something terrible has happenedâŠâ
Liu Yanzhenâs heart skipped a beat, his face as stern as water.
He heard the housekeeper say in a panic: âThe Minister of Punishment has brought the soldiers over, carrying an Imperial Decree to arrest youâŠâ
Liu Yanzhenâs suspicions were confirmed. He let out a sigh, looking up at the gloomy sky, akin to his clouded heart.
As expected, the Emperor is involved in this matter!
Liu Yanzhen was imprisoned, throwing the Liu family into chaos.
At the entrance of the Liu Family Mansion, a crowd of common folks pointed and whispered. Some, bold and outraged by injustice, even threw rotten eggs and leaves into the mansion.
The gatekeeper and other servants were having a hard time.
When the housekeeper informed Old Madam Liu of the news.
Old Madam Liu, in her rage, shattered a set of teaware and said furiously: âThese scoundrels, send the servants out to drive them away immediately!â
âThe Prince of the State was imprisoned according to the law, which doesnât mean our grand Liu family is truly in trouble. We wonât let these scoundrels walk over us.â
âMother, donât be angry. These people might have been sent by someone. If we want revenge, we must find out whoâs behind them and make them pay.â Madam Liu, who had been managing the household for years, was less furious than Old Madam Liu.
Advising her, she said, âArrange for someone to send food, clothes, and drinks to the old man. Let others see that our Liu family is not to be trifled with!â
Madam Liu also understood the principle that oneâs glory or shame affects everyone.
She immediately instructed her son to personally bring food and clothes to his grandfather.
At the gate of the Ministry of Punishmentsâ prison.
A team of guards stood, swords at their waists, majestic and carrying a chilling murderous aura.
With two servant boys behind him, Liu Haocong came over and first greeted the guard leader with cupped hands, âMinister Zheng, could you make an exception? Iâll just bring some food and clothes to my grandfather and then leave.â
As he spoke, he shook the purse at his waist, hinting heavily.
Zheng Hechuan looked at Liu Haocong, a cold glint in his eyes, and mercilessly drew half his sword, saying sternly, âYoung Master Liu, please leave. The Emperor has clearly ordered that no one is allowed to visit Official Liu.â
âWhat did you say?â Liu Haocongâs smile froze, looking at him in disbelief. His heart was greatly shocked and slightly fearful. How could the Emperor forbid even family members from visiting his grandfather? Could it be this timeâŠ
Liu Haocong dared not think further, his face turning somewhat pale. He instinctively looked towards the prison.