Chapter Twelve: The Storm Rises Again

  The officials in the hall were stunned by Yun Qing's actions a moment ago, and now they are confused by her words. Can the intention to kill and silence prove Mu Rong Xiao Tian's innocence? And you want the emperor to release him, is that okay?! What's the point of having laws then? What's the use of the Ministry of Justice? But what Yun Qing said next shocked them even more, making them never dare to underestimate this calm, confident, and extraordinary woman again.

  Clouds clear and bright, a bow, cold as water eyes meet your frosty gaze, no hint of retreat.

  Junyue Han gazed at the person below him for a long time, then waved his hand and the guards retreated in unison.

  "How dare you, a mere commoner, to slander a high-ranking official of the imperial court and show contempt for the national law, confusing the sacred hearing! Don't you dare confess the truth?!" A clear and cold voice cut through the air.

  Ma Weilian received Yun Qing's gaze, which was like a thousand years of cold ice, instantly piercing through his heart. "The words of a petty person are all true..."

  How obtuse! Yun Qing's face cleared of anger, and a hint of a smile played on his lips. The starry eyes sparkled with dazzling light. "You've been following my father for three months?" Ma Wei Liang nodded, "Yes." What's wrong with that?

  "How much more do you know about my father?"

  "Xiao had originally thought that Murong Xiao Tian was a chivalrous and upright man, but now it seems that he slaughters his comrades, embezzles relief funds, and disregards the lives of the common people. He deserves to be hacked to pieces a thousand times." The voice was filled with hatred and gritted teeth.

  The cold glint in Yun Qing's eyes was even more intense, and she didn't mind sending him on his way. She turned to the officials with a wave of her hand, her gaze sweeping over Shen Zhao, whose sharp glint she had not missed earlier. "Yun Qing knows that you all must have doubts in your hearts," she said. "I suppose you all heard the question I just asked and Ma Wei Liang's answer." The crowd exchanged whispers, unclear about what was going on.

  "Murong Yunqing, don't try to be mysterious, even if you killed him, it won't change the fact!" The hint of a smile in Yunqing's eyes made Shen Zhao's heart suddenly rise with an ominous premonition, as if something beyond his control was about to happen. But thinking again, he realized that she, just a concubine, couldn't change anything, and his hanging heart put down again.

  "Your Excellency, Prime Minister, do not rush to judgment. The truth will reveal itself and it will be clear who the real culprit is."

  Jun Ye couldn't understand the meaning behind Yun Qing's words, so he opened his big eyes and looked at Yun Qing curiously, saying: "Little San Shu, stop being mysterious and just tell me the truth already!"

  "Let that old scoundrel have nothing to say." For some reason, he believed that Xiaosan could deal with that old scoundrel.

  Her eyes flickered, Yun Qing looked towards the source of the sound, this should be the so-called King of Demons, Liu Wang Ye Jun Xie, and only he dared to call the Prime Minister of a country an old scoundrel in court. His bright and clear eyes, like a fan's feathers, blinked rapidly, and were quite lovable, but what he said... Yun Qing's mouth curved up, revealing a shallow smile, still so lovable.

  "My father led troops into battle at the age of sixteen, and in more than twenty battles big and small, he rode across the battlefield, experiencing life and death, iron horses and golden armor, iron blood and fierce fighting. I believe that even if I don't say it, all of you should understand it in your hearts." The various ministers nodded repeatedly.

  "Yes, General Murong's life was spent on horseback, defending his country, he is indeed a loyal and virtuous man of his generation."

  "Yes, for many years, we have been fortunate that General Murong has been stationed on the border, and the enemy dares not to invade our country."

  "General Murong protects his family and defends the country, standing tall and unwavering, he is the pillar of our kingdom."

  Jun Ye's eyes widened in surprise, is this okay? Third Aunt was really too formidable, just a few words and these old guys changed their attitude, he decided to follow her from now on.

  Junyue's eyes were cold and dark, deep and mysterious.

  Jun Yuehao's face was as cold and indifferent as ever, but the slightly upturned corners of his mouth betrayed his emotions.

  As the situation spiralled out of his control, a look of annoyance flashed across Shen Zhao's face. "Mu Rong Yun Qing, do not disturb the court, no matter how eloquently you speak, it will not change Mu Rong Xiao Tian's crime of deceiving the king."

  It's good, seeing the crowd being led by their own thoughts, she wants them to remember that Murong Xiao Tian is the number one general of Jun Guo, so her next words will be more convincing and they won't be able to retort.

  Yun Qing's gaze swept slowly across the faces of the officials, then turned to Ma Wei Liang. "You just confirmed that my father is the mastermind, and you want to kill him to silence him. If my father really made a move, do you have the ability to dodge it? You've been by his side for three months, yet you don't understand his martial arts skills? He's the number one general of this kingdom, and you can't even defeat me, Yun Qing. How could you possibly escape alive from being surrounded by my father and the mountain bandits? Moreover, with your abilities, what makes you think my father would spare you and keep you as a personal attendant?"

  "The only explanation is that you are a traitor, and it was all your design to frame General Murong and throw our army into chaos, bringing calamity to our kingdom!" The clear voice was as cold as ice.

  "What a vicious mind! If the Emperor is deceived by you and wrongly kills General Murong, wouldn't that be a loss of one of our country's tiger generals?! And wouldn't it also bring shame to the Emperor's name as a foolish ruler?! Who instructed you to come and frame General Murong, attempting to deceive the Emperor into unrighteousness, and plunge the people into chaos?! Speak the truth!" The calm yet authoritative voice was piercing, instantly exuding an aura of superiority that made one involuntarily want to submit.

  The various ministers finally understood Yun Qing's intention, and they were all frightened by the twists and turns. If it was just now that the Emperor had decided on Murong Xiao Tian's punishment, wouldn't they be the treacherous officials who would bring shame to the Emperor for being unjust? They lifted their sleeves to wipe away the cold sweat dripping from their foreheads, relieved that no great mistake had been made.

  Shen Zha's face turned alternately pale and dark, knowing he had underestimated Murong Yunqing. He glared at Yunqing fiercely, gritted his teeth in anger, and shouted: "You dare to deceive and cheat, pretending to be something you're not! Who is behind this? Confess the truth!"

  Ma Weilian saw that things had been exposed, and he knew that he would not be able to escape death today. Without making any excuses, he gritted his teeth and a thread of blood flowed from the corner of his mouth as he fell to the ground, motionless, with no breath left.

  Regarding Ma Weilian's death, Qing Leng watched coldly from the sidelines. From the moment he chose to take this path, it was a road of no return. Looking at Ma Weilian's corpse, a cold glint flashed in his eyes. Although the truth had been revealed, wanting to rescue Murong Xiutian from this...

  Jun Ye was overjoyed, with sparkling stars in his bright eyes. He had indeed not misjudged, as San Shu came forward and easily resolved the issue that he and his two imperial brothers had been unable to solve together. With great excitement, he shouted, "Imperial Brothers, now that the truth has been revealed, please issue an edict to pardon General Mu Rong!"

  Jun Xuan's eyes, as deep as a cold pool, narrowed slightly, and a dangerous aura flashed by. "The truth has been revealed, it was actually the evil deeds of a treacherous person, and had nothing to do with General Murong. Pass on my imperial decree to immediately pardon..."

  "I report to Your Majesty, this old minister did not investigate clearly and was deceived by treacherous people, wrongly accusing General Murong. I beg for Your Majesty's pardon. However, General Murong cannot be pardoned."

  Digression

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