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Che Chengyun's anger had not yet risen, when a young servant hurriedly approached from outside.
"Reporting to Master Zi Ye, Minister of Justice Luo requests an audience."
Lin Qingyue looked a bit flustered. "What should we do?"
Che Chengyun did not want to trouble his father with this matter, especially since the Langya Prince was busy discussing details with Xia Guo Shi officials. He decided to deal with Luo Yuhua first.
"Don't panic; Luo Yuhua won't truly do anything to us. It's just that Father has upset Your Majesty in court, which has led her to pressure Luo Yuhua."
"Let’s meet her!" he instructed the servant. "Bring Luo into my study."
Just as Luo Yuhua arrived at the study, the son of Tai Chang Si Qing came in right behind her.
She raised an eyebrow. "Looks like we have quite the gathering today!"
Xu Yao was momentarily speechless. "The Minister of Justice is here too?"
Luo Yuhua snorted coldly. "I just arrived. What brings you here?"
Xu Yao felt a bit awkward and glanced at Che Chengyun, who gestured for him to leave for the time being. Only then did he exit. However, Lin Qingyue did not leave, which surprised Luo Yuhua.
"Does Lin General also wish to stay here?"
It seemed the rumors were true; Zi and Lin General were indeed very affectionate.
Her words were teasing, but Lin Qingyue felt pleased nonetheless. "I’m curious to hear how Jiang Han framed the prince and Zi!"
Luo Yuhua cleared her throat. " Shopkeeper Jiang did not frame either Zi or the prince; I am merely here to conduct a routine investigation."
"May I ask, Master Zi Ye, I heard that someone from your household purchased some goods from Shopkeeper Jiang ’s shop and ended up with problems. Is that true?"
Che Chengyun neither confirmed nor denied it. "And then? What does Luo need from me?"
Luo Yuhua was taken aback by his cooperation. Had he changed his attitude?
"Ahem, on that day your servant acted rashly and vandalized their shop without understanding the situation. When will you compensate them?"
Che Chengyun took a deep breath. "I will consider it."
Luo Yuhua clicked her tongue, feeling as if she were here to collect a debt.
"Then please urge Master Zi Ye to act quickly; this matter has already reached Your Majesty's ears. If it drags on too long, it may be detrimental to Langya Wangfu."
As for the deadline, it will be noon the day after tomorrow. If Langya Wangfu continues to delay, it will be up to Your Majesty to decide in the court. Given Langya Wangfu's attitude, there's no need for extensive investigation. We only need to bring in a few witnesses, and it will definitely be advantageous for Shopkeeper Jiang in the court.
I have said all I need to say; the rest depends on Langya Wangfu's choice. I take my leave!
She still needed to inform Jiang Han about this matter. Although she had set the date unilaterally, Jiang Han likely wouldn’t mind such trivialities.
You go and relay my words to Shopkeeper Jiang; I have other matters for Xingbu to handle.
Her subordinate accepted the order and headed toward the Jiang family's shop.
Lin Qingyue watched the departing figure with some dissatisfaction: Is he really planning to deliver money to Jiang Han?
Che Chengyun scoffed: Is he crazy enough to give them money? Jiang Han has Lingnan Wangfu backing him; only a fool would send money to the enemy!
Let’s just wait it out; even if it escalates to Your Majesty, nothing significant will happen. We can drag this out day by day. Besides, Jiang Han won’t be smiling for much longer!
Come out!
As soon as he spoke, Xu Yao entered from outside. He let out a long breath: What is Luo thinking? Would someone so proud and arrogant really concern herself with such trivial matters?
Che Chengyun shrugged it off: The Emperor is just putting pressure on her. Do you have something to discuss?
Xu Yao was utterly useless, relying on his father who held the position of Tai Chang Si Qing, unlike Che Chengyun who genuinely considered his family's interests. For Xu Yao, indulging in pleasures was what mattered most.
Yet, he genuinely admired Che Chengyun for his dedication.
Zi Ye, I’ve heard that people outside are spreading rumors that Langya Wangfu is out of money. They say Langya Wangfu is on the verge of collapse, taking pleasure in oppressing and vandalizing others' shops just to cover up their own incompetence.
Upon hearing this, Che Chengyun's cold gaze seemed ready to skewer Jiang Han a thousand times over. The situation of Langya Wangfu was not something these ants could comment on! Who else but that book-writer would spread such rumors?
Xu Yao indeed went to inquire about the matter. The citizens of the capital were all betting on whether you would compensate Jiang Han. What he didn’t mention was that he secretly placed a large bet that Che Chengyun wouldn’t give anything at all.
Zi Ye, what do you think about this? If it weren’t for Langya Prince’s bad mood these days, he would have truly wanted to let Langya Prince handle it personally. Those ants’ words shouldn’t be taken to heart. After all, those things won’t stir up any major waves. Che Chengyun is determined not to give Jiang Han a single benefit!
On Jiang Han’s side, upon learning that Luo Yuhua had set the date with Langya Wangfu for the day after tomorrow, there was hardly any reaction. One day was enough for Langya Wangfu to understand the urgency of the situation. After all, rumors in the capital were escalating.
Is it true that the people of Langya Wangfu are that malicious? They casually vandalize others’ shops right under the emperor’s nose; what about the places hidden from his sight? Surely it must be worse there! Perhaps in those areas unseen by the emperor, Langya Wangfu’s reach isn’t as long?
How could that be! Langya Wangfu doesn’t only have residences in the capital; with Langya Prince’s status, he has places wherever he pleases throughout the entire Great Zhou. There will never be a peaceful day in Great Zhou!
Could it be that Langya Wangfu has become lawless? Listening to these discussions made Che Chengyun so furious that he felt like going up and slapping those people. It’s one thing for them to spread rumors about his family, but now they’re even saying his family is going to replace Su Qianxue!
Such matters should be kept under wraps, yet now they’re openly discussing it—aren’t they just labeling Langya Wangfu as having ulterior motives? He glared at Xu Yao: if it weren’t for his curiosity about the rumors, he wouldn’t have come to this teahouse to see just how absurd they were!
Just as he and Xu Yao were confronting each other, someone in the teahouse suddenly shouted out loud. “The deadline is approaching! Who do you think will win in the end? Langya Wangfu hasn’t made a move yet; I think Shopkeeper Jiang is going to lose!”
“Hey, I think everyone should refrain from celebrating too early. If Shopkeeper Jiang loses, doesn’t that mean we common folks will have a hard time ahead?”
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