A female coroner arrived at the Jingzhao Prefecture.

Chapter 29: The Autopsy Results Are Out

The officials poured bucket after bucket of fresh water around the corpse.

"Based on the time period in which the corrupt giant phenomenon was formed and the time period of Li Mu's disappearance provided by the old steward of the Li family, it can be preliminarily determined that the time of death was from the beginning of Zi hour to the end of Mao hour on September 10th."

Wearing pigskin gloves, Mu Qingcheng's expression was serious. "It's probably impossible to pinpoint the exact time of death by looking at the condition of the body alone. The decomposition is far too severe."

"Yes, this body is almost a rotten corpse that can't be examined," the coroner sighed.

The old housekeeper provided information about the deceased's age, appearance, and whether there were any injuries or other signs on his body before his death, which can be compared with the information provided.

"Coroner Mu, given the current state of the case, is it still possible to determine the cause of death?" Li Daguo asked hesitantly, his eyes filled with curiosity.

Mu Qingcheng replied, "The marks from being beaten or injured by a blade before death are naturally not clearly visible. However, we can still make some judgments by observing the condition of the wounds. For example, the skin and muscles of shallow, minor wounds are red, while those of deep, severe wounds are bluish-black. Areas close to the bone decompose more slowly, and maggots have less difficulty feeding on them."

After saying that, she used her hands to feel the body all over and found that only the collarbone was damaged!
Mu Qingcheng immediately examined the throat and neck area carefully and found that the wound was deep to the neck, with cuts around it and irregular shapes. The esophagus and trachea were severed, and there was blood on the wound, indicating that it was a wound inflicted before death!
Experience shows that it is indeed a fatal blow to the vital points that leads to death!
Immediately, Mu Qingcheng retrieved the dagger left at the scene of the body disposal and compared it with the wound, ultimately concluding that the deceased, Li Mu, had been killed by having his throat slit with a dagger!

The autopsy is over.

Everyone felt an indescribable heaviness in their hearts.

After completing the autopsy report, Coroner Jiang handed it to Mu Qingcheng, frowning as he said, "The father and daughter died one after the other, both from the same dagger. The father was murdered first, and the daughter committed suicide afterward. Is it possible that there are some secrets hidden behind this?"

Mu Qingcheng nodded, "Very likely." Wang Tianzhu hesitated for a moment, then asked in a low voice, "Coroner Mu, who will the magistrate assign to handle these two cases?"

"The lord has not yet given a clear assignment, so I am not sure at the moment," Mu Qingcheng frankly told me, while also extending an olive branch at the opportune moment, "However, the lord has assigned me the task of visiting and inquiring about the Ningyuan General's Mansion. If you are willing, you can come with me to carry out the task first thing tomorrow morning."

Upon hearing this, the three were overjoyed. "Thank you, Coroner Mu! We will do our best and not disappoint you!"

"Okay, then remember to change shifts."

"Yes!"

After the three constables left, the coroner Tian first praised Mu Qingcheng for her shrewdness and ability to win over her colleagues. Then he reminded her, "I heard that the eldest son of the Liu family acts like a gentleman in public, but he's actually a madman in private! You are a girl after all. Solving cases is important, but protecting yourself is even more important. If anything happens, let the constables handle it. They are men and martial artists. Even if you are attacked from behind, they can at least withstand some of the attacks."

Jiang, the coroner, stroked his beard, his expression serious. "Mu girl, you'll definitely be right to listen to Old Tian. You're inexperienced and have a gentle nature. If I don't give you some advice, I'm afraid you'll fall into the Liu family's trap!"

Mu Qingcheng curtsied and smiled, "Qingcheng thanks you both, uncles! I will definitely treat you to a drink after the case is closed!"

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