Jian Zhaoxing

Chapter 359 Showing Weakness
Lin Zhiqing didn't pay attention to Zhou Chongzheng's reaction. After leaving the Dali Temple, she looked in the direction of the Ministry of Justice.

The Ministry of Justice is an old friend of mine.

Just as Lin Zhiqing had expected, the Minister of Justice did not treat the Lin family well.

Firstly, the Minister of Justice knew that Lin Zhiqing was behind the scheme involving the mole girl, and he had long held a grudge against her.

Secondly, he felt that the Lin family might already know about his good-for-nothing son.

Although the Lin family has no evidence, it is still a stain on his record.

Moreover, because he offended the Zhenyuan Marquis's mansion, his days have not been very peaceful lately.

Seeing the instigator now, my anger naturally surged.

"Miss Lin, it is an honor to have you here. I am sorry for not welcoming you properly. I wonder what wind blew you here?" The Minister of Justice said this without any politeness.

Lin Zhiqing smiled slightly, and unlike her tough attitude when facing Zhou Chongzheng, she spoke softly:
"You flatter me, sir. My father still needs your help. I have come here today to pay my respects to you."

The Minister of Justice had previously handled Lin Congyan's case and had personally witnessed Lin Zhiqing's methods of storming the execution ground and capturing Liu Mang.

It would be strange for anyone to find a wolf suddenly turn into a little white rabbit.

Seeing the Minister of Justice's furrowed brows, Lin Zhiqing's eyes instantly reddened, and she picked up a handkerchief to wipe them.
“My lord, the previous facts were a misunderstanding. You had no choice but to prevent us from contacting my fourth uncle, which is why I understand.”

Lin Zhiqing is already bringing up old grievances.

She counted on her fingers and spoke again: "I believe you are well aware of the matter between you and the Marquis of Zhenyuan's mansion. If I hadn't done that, the Lin family would have been finished."

The Minister of Justice frowned even more deeply. He wanted to ask what his relationship was with the Lin family.
Before she could speak, Lin Zhiqing's voice came over again.

"My lord, you don't understand my good intentions. I'm actually helping you break free from the control of the Marquis of Zhenyuan's mansion!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Shi'an and Lin Congli exchanged a glance, both looking somewhat surprised.

The Minister of Justice's expression also changed; he hadn't expected this woman to dare bring up this matter in front of everyone.

He coughed lightly, interrupting Lin Zhiqing, then waved his hand. Only when they were alone did his eyes sharpen.
"Do you know what you just said? Lin Zhiqing, you are far too arrogant!"

This person is truly enraged.

He had no need to hide anything from the Lin family.

After all, the Lin family and the Ministry of Justice were already at odds over the matter of the mole-faced woman and the previous matter of Lin Congyan.

Lin Zhiqing sniffed: "My lord, I'm just too excited."

"Think about it, if I hadn't done that, the Lin family would be finished. Besides, you've fallen out with the Zhenyuan Marquis's mansion, so they won't dare to do anything to you for the time being, they'll only dare to make some small moves."

These words were rather provocative, but the Minister of Justice still took the word "temporarily" to heart.

Putting everything else aside, Lin Zhiqing is right on this point.

The Marquis of Zhenyuan's mansion doesn't have a chance to do anything to the Minister of Justice right now, but who knows what might happen later.

No matter how you look at it, the Minister of Justice is just a civil official, while the Marquis of Zhenyuan holds real military power.

It was during the Great Sheng Dynasty that military officers were highly sought after, which is why the Minister of Justice sent his son to the army, hoping that he could make a name for himself.

Who knew that instead of making a name for himself, he ended up having his father clean up his mess and being controlled by others.

That feeling was certainly not pleasant.

Seeing the Minister of Justice looking to the upper left, Lin Zhiqing knew he had taken his words to heart, so he pressed his advantage and spoke again:
"My lord, now that you've taken on my father's case, the Zhenyuan Marquis's mansion will surely relentlessly pursue you, using both threats and inducements."

"They'll stop at nothing to achieve their goals, sir!" Her words weren't just random; they were the right medicine for the disease.

Lin Zhiqing had already discerned that the Minister of Justice deeply disliked the Jiang family's practice of using favors to repay debts.

However, since the Minister of Justice had something on him, he naturally couldn't act rashly.

Despite this, his interactions with the Jiang family were limited, and he did not seem to be fully committed to the Zhenyuan Marquis's residence.

In other words, he did not want to be dragged into the quagmire by the Zhenyuan Marquis's mansion.

As expected, these words once again made the Minister of Justice frown.

He didn't know the truth about Lin Congrong's case, but he thought of the once powerful Marquis of Wangshu, no, the Earl of Wangshu.

But by that time, Lin Congrong's achievements were so great that he was practically no different from a marquis.

This is why the title of Marquis Wangshu has become so deeply ingrained in people's minds.

Before the Lin family committed treason, they were known for their honest and upright character, and did not seem like people who would be so audacious as to commit treason.

Moreover, with two marquises in the Lin family, there is indeed no need for them to collude with the enemy and betray the country.

As for the Jiang family's habit of often engaging in underhanded tactics behind the scenes, they are very likely to frame others.

He didn't say it out loud, but he actually had a judgment on the matter between the Lin and Jiang families.

Thinking of this, he felt slightly uneasy. Not only him, but most of the court officials were aware of this as well.

This thought flashed through his mind in an instant, and he began to seriously consider Lin Zhiqing's words.

Indeed, he has now received an imperial decree to re-examine Lin Congrong's case, which is contrary to the interests of the Zhenyuan Marquis's mansion.

The Zhenyuan Marquis's mansion will definitely put effort into him.

Just as his thoughts were in turmoil, Lin Zhiqing spoke again:
"My lord, I beg you, you must help my father get justice. If the Marquis of Zhenyuan's family succeeds, they will definitely come back to settle scores with you."

As Lin Zhiqing finished speaking, two lines of tears streamed down her face.

The Minister of Justice frowned slightly: "What's the use of crying here? I'm tired of hearing it. We'll investigate your father's matter and then make our own judgment. There's no need to say any more."

Upon seeing this, Lin Shi'an and Lin Congli stepped forward and pulled Lin Zhiqing back.

Lin Zhiqing stopped crying, but she was still a little choked up.

Lin Shi'an stepped forward: "Sir, my sister is just too excited. Please forgive her."

"She is in no condition to stay here any longer. I will take her away now."

The Minister of Justice remained silent.

Lin Shi'an helped Lin Zhiqing walk outside.

Just as Lin Zhiqing was about to step out of the courtyard, she turned around and saw that the Minister of Justice was staring at a point, seemingly oblivious to their departure.

In other words, the Minister of Justice was still thinking, and his expression even showed some hesitation.

Back in the carriage, Lin Congli was about to ask Lin Zhiqing why she had lost her composure when he saw Lin Zhiqing calmly wipe away her tears with a handkerchief.

He was clearly very calm, showing no trace of the excitement he had just displayed.

Lin Shi'an was used to Lin Zhiqing's ability to change her expression, so he asked, "Zhiqing, why are you putting on this act today?"

Lin Zhiqing smiled slightly: "I'm showing weakness."