Chapter 185 House Arrest and Punishment Department
Wu Chengsi only learned the news from the housekeeper Wen Rong the next morning.
Taoist priest Li Qingfeng was killed in Xuandu Temple, and the body found at the same time was Mosi, the maid of Duke Zhou's mansion. Moreover, another maid of Duke Zhou's mansion, Qing He, was also found at the scene.
The case has been taken over by the Ministry of Criminal Justice.
"Master, I'm sorry. Yesterday Qinghe found out that Mosi left the house and followed her out. I was planning to wait for her to come back before telling you the news." Qiu Chan lowered her head, looking guilty.
Wu Chengsi said solemnly: "It's not your fault. Prepare your horses. I'll go to the Criminal Department to take a look first."
When they arrived at the Ministry of Punishment, Yan Liben, the Minister of Punishment, personally welcomed Wu Chengsi into the lobby, held his hands in his arms and said with a smile: "Master Wu, it's a coincidence that you are here. Originally, I was on my way to visit my family."
In addition to Yan Liben, there were two ministers in the lobby, one of whom was Guo Zhengyi, whom Wu Chengsi had dealt with.
On the way here, Wu Chengsi had already thought about the whole thing. Someone wanted to use Mosi's life to frame him. This was not the first time he had experienced this.
But this time was different from last time. Others were not present. It was impossible for a maid who had just entered his house less than ten days to frame him.
"Shang Shu Yan, please tell me what happened last night." Wu Chengsi said in a deep voice.
Yan Liben smiled and said: "The thing is like this, Taoist Li Qingfeng of Xuandu Temple was found dead in the alchemy room last night. Also dead in the room with him was Mos, the maid from your house, and the other people from your house.
The maid Qinghe is also present."
"How did Qingfeng Li die? How did Mosi die?"
Yan Liben said: "Judging from the traces at the scene, Li Qingfeng was knocked unconscious first and then killed by your maid Mosi. Mosi committed suicide."
Wu Chengsi nodded secretly. This was similar to what he had guessed, but based on this alone, it was impossible to frame him. Could the other party have a back-up plan?
"Moss is the dancer that Belus presented to me a few days ago. I suspect that he is someone who has placed eyes and ears around me, so I asked Qinghe to keep an eye on her. That's what happened." Wu Chengsi explained.
Guo Zhengyi said: "Master Wu, your maid said the same thing. Originally, this case only needed your maid's cooperation..."
"Originally? Does that mean the situation has changed now?" Wu Chengsi raised his eyebrows.
Yan Liben put away his smile and said with a serious face: "Mr. Wu, someone reported a few days ago that Qingfeng Li was closely related to the rebel Chen Shuozhen. After our Criminal Department learned about it, we have been secretly investigating Qingfeng Li. Now we have investigated
Clearly, this information is true, Li Qingfeng is Chen Shuozhen’s senior brother.”
Wu Chengsi remained silent.
"This case involves the serious crime of "rebellion." According to the court rules, you need to stay in the Ministry of Punishment until the truth is found out."
Rebellion is the first of the "Ten Evils". Anyone involved in this case must be controlled first. This is the consistent rule of the court.
Wu Chengsi clenched his fingers, and then he understood the other party's plan. No matter whether he sent Qing He to follow Mosi or not, as long as Mosi was involved in Qingfeng Li's case, the matter would be implicated in him.
In other words, when he decided to keep Mosi, this outcome was already destined.
Most of the people related to Moss were imprisoned in the Ministry of Justice, including Prince Belus of Persia and a businessman. According to Belus, he bought Moss from the businessman.
Wu Chengsi was placed under house arrest in a room in the Criminal Department.
After all, he was the general of the dynasty. Although Li Qingfeng had a close relationship with Chen Shuozhen, there was no evidence to prove that he was involved in the rebellion that year, and the person who killed him was only a maid in Wu Chengsi's house, and she had just entered the house.
Based on these alone, it is impossible to convict Wu Chengsi. If it were not for the court rules, Yan Liben would never dare to detain Wu Chengsi.
After returning to the back hall, Yan Liben entered the hall, cupped his hands and said: "His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, His Royal Highness King Pei, has arranged for Duke Zhou to live in the backyard temporarily."
The prince said: "What did he say?"
"Dong Zhou's statement was the same as that of the maid. He said that the maid named Mosi was the eyes and ears assigned by others, so he asked another maid to monitor him." Yan Liben replied.
King Pei narrowed his eyes and said: "After all, Zhou Guogong has a different identity, and he is his mother's step-nephew. Although it is a routine matter to put him under house arrest this time, there must be no neglect. And you must investigate this case as soon as possible. Once you understand the investigation, return it as soon as possible.
He is free."
Yan Liben hurriedly said: "I will personally investigate the case."
The prince said solemnly: "Although he is a relative of the emperor, if this matter is really related to him, you can feel free to investigate it boldly. Do you understand?"
"I obey my orders."
After the prince and King Pei left, Yan Liben sat on a chair in the back hall, looking prepared.
Soon, Guo Zhengyi entered the back hall, raised his hands and said: "Yan Shangshu, General Su is here, and his face is very bad. You'd better be mentally prepared."
"With Duke Zhou, these things are unavoidable. Let's go." Yan Liben stood up and walked towards the lobby.
…
Li Zhiying came to the wing where Wu Chengsi was under house arrest. Seeing that the room was spacious and bright, and the environment was quiet and elegant, she nodded and smiled at Wu Chengsi who was sitting on the chair: "Seeing your expression, I feel relieved."
Wu Chengsi crossed his legs and held a tea cup, looking leisurely and contented.
"It's rare that I can take a vacation for myself. To be honest, I'm quite grateful to Yan Liben."
Li Zhiying covered her mouth and smiled: "I guess he must be scolding you in his heart now."
"Why?"
"Do you know how many people came to the Criminal Department to ask about you throughout the whole day today?"
Wu Chengsi smiled and said: "General Su will definitely come, and what else...General Pei, Qing Zhuge Temple, cousin Taiping, and a few of the Wu family, that's it, right?"
Li Zhiying smiled and said: "If it were just them, Yan Liben would probably burn incense. In addition to them, there are also Liu Gong, Li Jingxuan, Xiao Siye. In addition, many generals including Wang Fangyi and Cheng Wuting are also here."
Wu Chengsi nodded secretly, military generals are different from civil servants. Even if they don't have any friendships on weekdays, as long as you can fight a few battles that convince them, they will feel good about you without having to please them.
Li Zhiying ordered Hong Ming to stand guard outside the door, then sat down next to Wu Chengsi, straightening the folds of her skirt and saying:
"I have carefully understood what happened. This matter is very strange. The other party obviously wanted to frame you, but the method was too crude. Unless they have a back-up plan, it is impossible to convict you."
Wu Chengsi smiled and said: "Their purpose is not to frame me."
"Then why did they spend so much effort and even sacrifice a human life?" Li Zhiying asked puzzledly.
Wu Chengsi said: "Because I can't do anything these days."
Li Zhiying thought carefully and figured it out in the blink of an eye.
"They don't want you to continue investigating Li Yunxian! Could it be that Li Yunxian is the one who planned this matter?"
"It is impossible for a Taoist priest alone to instigate Belus. There must be someone behind Li Yunxian. They are planning a big conspiracy, and Li Yuan's incident is just the foreshadowing of this conspiracy." Wu Chengsi's eyes flickered.
Li Zhiying thought for a moment and said: "They are afraid that you will affect their plan, so they use this method to prevent you from moving. According to regulations, the Ministry of Punishment can only place you under house arrest for seven to ten days, which means that their plan should be completed in about seven days!"
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Wu Chengsi praised: "You are thinking the same thing as me. You might as well think about it again, what day will it be in seven days?"
Li Zhiying's face changed slightly and she said in surprise: "Royal banquet, all nations will come to court!"
"That's right. If I'm not wrong, something big will happen at the royal banquet or when all nations come to court." Wu Chengsi said slowly.
Li Zhiying stood up, pacing, frowning and thinking about countermeasures.
Wu Chengsi raised his head and said, "Zhiying, can you do something for me?"
"What's the matter?" Li Zhiying stopped and looked over.
Wu Chengsi said seriously: "After you get out, go find Han Cheng and ask him to tell Gao Junhui that you no longer need to protect Xu Tu, just keep an eye on him in secret. The more hidden the better. Even if someone attacks him, there is no need to take action."
To stop it, just follow the perpetrators and find their lair."
"Is Xu Tu the person who was predicted to die within fifteen days by Li Yunxian?"
"it's him."
Li Zhiying nodded and said: "I have written it down, but why don't we protect him? If Li Yunxian is controlling these things, he will definitely not let this person go."
"We can't save him."
"Why?"
Wu Chengsi said solemnly: "Do you know how Mosi died?"
Li Zhiying shook her head.
"She committed suicide, and before she died, she bowed three times to the south with a smile on her face. What can you imagine?" Wu Chengsi narrowed his eyes and asked.
"Cult!" Li Zhiying exclaimed.
Wu Chengsi said solemnly: "Yes, cult organizations are the best at brainwashing. Only they can make a young woman die happily, and can make a gambler who doesn't even care about his family commit suicide. If I guessed correctly, this cult organization