A female coroner arrived at the Jingzhao Prefecture.

Chapter 380 Ending (49)

With Mu Qingcheng's intelligence, he quickly figured it out.

On the surface, it was a seemingly casual and simple greeting, but Song Shuxing was clearly declaring to the public that she, Mu Qingcheng, was not only one of the Song family, but also someone treated with great respect by the Song family.

She couldn't help but look at Song Shuyu. He blinked, and a doting smile overflowed from his handsome face, which had a broken look.

Song Shuyu never believed that refusing power was a sign of nobility. He hoped to use everything in the Song family to support Mu Qingcheng and give her the greatest protection and love within his power.

This is how she was able to break through the shackles of class and gender, fight for her dreams, and pave an unprecedented path for women all over the world.

Mu Qingcheng was stunned by his laughter, holding her breath and standing there in place.

Song Shuxing took in the whole scene, feeling both helpless and amused. He coughed lightly, stepped onto the public trial platform, took out some medicine, and treated Song Shuyu's forehead wound on the spot. He took the opportunity to remind her, "Ayu, you should restrain yourself. The case hasn't been heard yet. Don't let anyone see it, lest they use the word 'avoid suspicion' to stop your sister-in-law again."

Song Shuyu nodded slightly, indicating that he understood the gravity of the situation, but he still couldn't help wanting to share his lover with his family, "Brother, how is Qingcheng? Is she doing well?"

"Yes, the girl my Ayu likes must be the best." Song Shuxing stretched out her large hand and gently stroked her younger brother's head, her eyes full of tenderness.

They were speaking very softly, but Lu Xun was close enough to hear them clearly. He couldn't help but frown, feeling extremely displeased.

This scene of brotherly affection between them moved the emperor and his subjects deeply. Even ordinary families experience sibling rivalry, let alone those of noble and powerful families. This clearly demonstrates how exceptionally well the Duke of Song had raised his two sons.

The Emperor glanced at the distraught and agitated Empress Dowager, feeling exceptionally pleased. He took a deep breath and asked intentionally, "Regarding Master Mu's participation in the public trial, does Your Majesty have any other objections?"

"Your Majesty, according to the laws of our dynasty, the empress dowager is forbidden from interfering in politics!"

Song Shuxing spoke first, her expression instantly shifting to one of cold indifference. "Your Majesty the Empress Dowager not only interfered in the investigation by the Three Judicial Offices, but also ordered the beating of my younger brother. This is utter contempt for the Emperor and for the law! I believe this should not be tolerated!" The Empress Dowager laughed in fury. "The Emperor holds power over the world, and I have nothing to say. I only hope that Master Mu has the ability to solve this case and convince all the people of the world!"

"Master Mu, let's begin!" The emperor rarely smiled, his tone encouraging. "Be bold in your interrogation; I trust you!"

Mu Qingcheng smiled and cupped her hands, saying, "This humble woman obeys your command!"

After speaking, she walked through the connecting corridor and onto the public trial platform.

Qin Songyang, Lu Xun, and Ji Yue took their places.

Song Shuxing returned to the audience and watched the trial with the other officials.

Lu Xun slammed his gavel, his powerful voice echoing, "Bring the deceased to the court!"

A short while later, two constables arrived carrying a body covered with a white cloth and placed it on the ground.

Mu Qingcheng stepped forward, lifted the white cloth, and conducted a third on-site examination. He then reported, "Reporting to the three gentlemen, the deceased has been identified as the body hidden in the wine jar in the Jade Brewing Pavilion that day!"

Lu Xun nodded. "Alright, the rest is up to you."

"Yes!"

Mu Qingcheng accepted the order, then turned his gaze to the civil and military officials and called out, "Where is Minister Guo Xuan of the Ministry of Works?"