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Su Nan shook his head and smiled as he watched the armored soldier's movements.

These soldiers were all acting under orders, so Su Nan wouldn't hold a grudge against them.

After Su Nan entered the prison cell, the armored soldiers all left, not wanting to stay there for even a moment longer.

The group didn't last long.

Footsteps sounded outside the cell.

Zhou Li appeared outside the cell.

"I never expected that you would have the Princess's golden token."

This matter surprised Zhou Li.

However, it didn't have a significant impact.

What if there is a gold decree?

At most, Su Nan was just a guest of the eldest princess.

His father, Zhou Xianping, was the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Revenue!

Would the Ninth Princess really offend his father for the sake of a mere guest?

Even if the princess harbors resentment because of this, so what? His father was never one of the princess's people, so there's nothing to be afraid of.

"You went to such lengths to kill me?"

Su Nan smiled at Zhou Li, her expression calm, looking nothing like a prisoner locked in a cell.

In his cell, Zhou Li spoke without restraint.

"You seem to know perfectly well what's going on."

"Killing you would be far too easy for me."

"And you knew perfectly well that I was going to kill you, but you couldn't do anything about it, could you?"

Su Nan remained silent, only smiling as she looked at Zhou Li.

Seeing his composure, Zhou Li asked, "Are you still thinking of waiting for the Princess to come and save you?"

"I won't give you a chance."

"By the time the Princess arrives at the Ministry of Justice, you will already be a corpse. She can't possibly make a big fuss over a corpse, can she?"

As he spoke, Zhou Li ordered the jailer to open the cell door, preparing to go in and have some fun with Su Nan.

Just then, a series of hurried footsteps suddenly came.

……

Ministry of Punishment.

Minister Sun was working at his desk, surrounded by piles of documents and memorials.

Suddenly, as if sensing something, he raised his head.

Just then, someone rushed in to report.

"Minister Sun, Princess Lin'an, Princess Pingyang, and Caiwei from the Imperial Observatory have arrived."

Minister Sun looked puzzled: "Princess Lin'an?"

If it were the eldest princess coming to the Ministry of Justice, that would be one thing; who knows what official business it would be for.

What brings Princess Lin'an to the Ministry of Justice?

She was His Majesty's most beloved princess, spending her days eating, drinking, and having fun, and never interfering in state affairs.

As for Princess Pingyang, she was the only daughter of Prince Yu and had a very good relationship with Princess Lin'an.

Caiwei has arrived too?!

While wondering about this, Minister Sun got up and went out to greet him.

After all, they are princesses and county princesses, so they still need to be treated with the proper etiquette.

As Minister Sun stepped out the door, he saw three graceful figures standing tall.

He bowed slightly to the three of them.

"I have met Princess Lin'an, Princess Pingyang, and Miss Caiwei."

"May I ask what brings the three of you to the Ministry of Justice today?"

Although he was facing a princess and a noblewoman, Minister Sun remained neither humble nor arrogant.

The main reason is that although these two princesses are of noble status, they have little influence in the court.

Therefore, Minister Sun was not particularly afraid.

"Minister Sun".

Although Lin'an is usually unruly, she comes from the royal family, so her manners are naturally impeccable.

"We have come to the Ministry of Justice today to bring forward a prisoner named Su Nan."

Southern Jiangsu?!

Minister Sun had some recollection of this name.

I've heard he's a rather talented young man who enjoys a life of debauchery in the brothel...

Why did they arrest him out of the blue?

While others might not know, Minister Sun did know that the Eldest Princess seemed to favor this man.

Before Minister Sun could speak, a refreshing aura suddenly filled the air.

The clouds and mist parted, revealing an elderly man with gray hair and a tall, elegant woman.

Upon seeing the two figures, Minister Sun quickly stepped forward and bowed.

Compared to the three from Lin'an, these two are much more significant!

"Greetings, Princess! Greetings, Headmaster!"

This elderly man with gray hair is Zhao Shou, the dean of Yunlu Academy!

The leading figure in the Confucian system today!

Although Zhao Shou has been meditating in the bamboo forest for more than ten years and lives a secluded life, no one can underestimate his influence!

Moreover, Zhao Shou is a third-rank cultivator in the Confucian system!

Standing next to Zhao Shou was Princess Huaiqing, who had come to the Ministry of Justice with him.

Although they are both princesses, Huaiqing has far more influence than Lin'an and enjoys considerable prestige in the court!

"Your Excellency, may I ask what brings you to the Ministry of Justice today?"

Minister Sun suddenly felt uneasy.

What kind of day is today?!

Two princesses, a county princess, and the Directorate of Astronomy have arrived!

Even Dean Zhao Shou, who was in seclusion in the bamboo forest to cultivate his Dao, came!

Minister Sun felt... it probably wouldn't be anything good.

"I'd like to nominate a disciple..."

Zhao Shou originally intended to say it was a close friend, but suddenly changed his mind and said it was a disciple.

Huaiqing glanced at Zhao Shou without showing any emotion, secretly amused.

I never expected that the Dean would speak so recklessly.

"My disciple has been arrested by your Ministry of Justice today. I would be grateful if Minister Sun could release him."

Minister Sun quickly replied that he dared not.

How dare I address you as esteemed in front of the Dean?

Minister Sun was also very puzzled.

Why would the Ministry of Justice arrest students from Yunlu Academy?!

Everyone knows that the old folks at Yunlu Academy are extremely protective of their own.

Although the Imperial Academy suppressed Yunlu Academy in the officialdom, it was because the Imperial Academy had the support of His Majesty!

Yunlu Academy was naturally no match for the Imperial Academy.

No matter how talented or eloquent you are, what good is it if the court doesn't employ you?

But this does not mean that Yunlu Academy is a pushover that can be easily manipulated.

As the master of the Confucian cultivation system, Yunlu Academy is a sacred place in the hearts of students all over the world!

The faculty members at the academy are notoriously protective of their own.

Unless there is conclusive evidence, the Ministry of Justice will never take the initiative to cause trouble for the students of Yunlu Academy.

For example, in the tax silver case, Xu Qi'an was almost exiled.

As a student of Yunlu Academy, Xu Xinnian was only stripped of his academic title. No one arrested him, and he was allowed to roam freely!

Arresting the disciples of those great Confucian scholars would be a serious matter.

Moreover, he's Dean Zhao Shou's disciple—this is outrageous!

Minister Sun, discerning the Emperor's intentions, knew that His Majesty had recently considered reactivating Yunlu Academy.

Once students of Yunlu Academy enter officialdom, Dean Zhao Shou's influence will be many times greater than it is now!

Minister Sun then hurriedly asked, "May I ask, Your Excellency, what is the name of your disciple?"

Without hesitation, Zhao Shou replied, "Su Nan!"

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Chapter 20: Southern Jiangsu again?! A gathering at the Ministry of Justice! [Seeking flowers and monthly tickets]

Minister Sun's face stiffened upon hearing this.