The Delicate Lady Coroner Chapter 61: Sihexiang 01

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Chapter 61 Sihexiang 01

Shili Royal Street is full of people. There are many Qionglou painted buildings beside the road. It is difficult to see the edge at a glance. The noisy bustle breaks into Bo Ruoyou's ears. The weird and bustling surroundings make her lose her mind for a moment.

Cheng Yunzhi was also looking at the grand scene in the city, "I have been away for more than ten years, but it has not changed much."

Zheng Liang, who was driving outside, heard this and said with a smile: "I only saw that the Imperial Street has not changed much, but there have been many changes in the East and West Markets and various private squares. When I first came back, I thought the capital was still the same. As always, when I was cleaning up my old house and buying things for my family, I was a little confused just now. Look, the buildings on both sides of the imperial street are much taller. The famous shops and restaurants in the early years have now changed their owners. , everything that was fashionable back then has also changed."

Cheng Yunzhi sighed: "After all these years, it can't remain the same."

The carriage followed the imperial street for two sticks of incense, then changed direction and drove eastward into Changxingfang. The capital was divided into cities and towns. Changxingfang was located to the north of Dongshi, quite far away from the imperial city, although it was not that far away. Wealth and honor, but also many high-ranking families.

The carriage slowly drove into the winding alley. Cheng Yunzhi pointed to the white-walled and gray-tiled mansion outside, "Do you still remember this place? You lived here for two days when you were a child. Fortunately, you still kept this place. ."

Bo Ruoyou shook his head, "I can't remember clearly."

Cheng Yunzhi was not surprised, "It's okay. Now that we're back, we'll get to know each other very quickly. This will be our home from now on."

Bo Ruoyou smiled and nodded.

As we drove into the folk house, the surroundings became dark and quiet. We walked in a winding way for a stick of incense, and finally stopped in front of an elegant house. There was no plaque hanging on the door of the house. Liang Liang The uncle got off the carriage and went to call the door. Soon a middle-aged woman came out of the door. When Bao Ruoyou saw her, he quickly called out: "Auntie Liang——"

"The master and the lady have finally arrived!"

Aunt Liang's name is Lin Xiuhe. She and her husband have followed Cheng Yunzhi for many years. This time, all the servants in Qingshan County have been dismissed, but they are still following Cheng Yunzhi. Seeing that Cheng Yunzhi and Bo Ruoyou have been working hard all the way, Aunt Liang feels pity for them. He said: "I must be very tired on this journey. The master looks bad, and the miss seems to have lost weight."

Bao Ruoyou smiled and said a few words to Aunt Liang, and then came forward to thank the two escorting embroidery envoys. He wanted to give a reward, but the two embroidery envoys did not dare to ask for it. When they saw the door of the house, Then he said goodbye to Bao Ruoyou and left.

Aunt Liang looked at the direction the two were leaving and asked, "Who are these two..."

Uncle Liang made a silent gesture, "Let the master and the young lady come in and rest first."

There are three entrances to the mansion here, and there are two small courtyards on the east and west sides. It is considered unusual in this Changxingfang. It can accommodate a total of four people, which is quite tight enough. Uncle Liang said as he walked: "The house has been cleaned inside and outside, and the pillars and walls have been repainted. The lady's boudoir is located in the west courtyard. The master lives in the upper room. The little people rest in front and sit down. The furniture in the house is old. The little person looks at it. After some changes, the lady also added some knick-knacks to the room. The master and the lady will check if there is anything wrong and they will add some more tomorrow."

Liangshu and his wife have been following each other for many years, and naturally it is only their father and daughter's habits. Cheng Yunzhi took Bo Ruoyou around and looked around. Both of them were satisfied. Cheng Yunzhi walked and said, "Tomorrow you will take Youyou out for a walk. , buy her some things, nothing else, wait until she gets familiar with the capital."

Uncle Liang hurriedly responded. It was already late, so Auntie Liang prepared a meal for the two of them. After dinner, Bo Ruoyou went to the west courtyard to rest, and Auntie Liang came to wait on her. While making the bed for her, he said: "The curtains, bed tents, and these pillows and quilts are all newly replaced. I'm afraid it will be difficult for the young lady to sleep well on the road. Please have a good rest tonight."

"I can rest assured that my good aunt has prepared it."

Bao Ruoyou changed her clothes and put on a light robe. Not long after Auntie Liang brought hot water, she took off her clothes and took a bath. Only when she sank into the tub did she really relax.

She was really tired after more than a month. Although the house was brand new and not very popular, but she would settle down here in the future, she did not feel cold. After bathing, Aunt Liang wrung her hair for her. Go to bed and rest.

It was time for him to fall asleep, but in his drowsy state, Bo Ruoyou suddenly thought of Huo Weilou. It was so late, and he didn’t know if Huo Weilou had rested. This month, we spent time together day and night, but Now that he is back in the capital, he is high up and out of reach. He is separated from her by a huge chasm, and I don't know if there is any chance of seeing her again.

Bo Ruoyou didn't feel any loss or reluctance when we parted at noon, but at this time, she felt a bit sad in her heart, but she knew from the beginning that they were only destined to be together for a few days, and later they got to know each other more. After so many days, the ending would not change. She sighed lightly in her heart, gathered her thoughts and fell asleep.

……

It was already the second watch when Huo Weilou came out of the palace. He rode his horse all the way and quickly returned to his mansion.

Wuzhao Hou Mansion is located in Lanzhengfang, which is close to the imperial city and is the most noble place in the capital. During this period, it was mostly the residence of the royal princes, and the Hou Mansion was given by His Majesty when he was made a marquis. The high gate and deep house, with a spacious layout and continuous terraces, are more dignified and majestic than the Anqing Hou Mansion with its carved beams and painted buildings. When Huo Weilou stopped in front of the house, the two bright lights at the door were still on.

He turned over and dismounted, threw the reins to the embroiderer who was following him, and walked through the door. Before he came back, the lights in the mansion were brightly lit all the way to the main courtyard. Although the lights were everywhere, there were no people around. , no matter how noble the garden is, it seems deserted and boring.

As soon as he reached the main courtyard, Eunuch Fu came out to welcome him, "Master Marquis is back, why is it so late?"

Huo Wei kept walking, "I followed His Majesty to meet Lin Huai and others. Wang Qingfu's residence has been ransacked, but no clues have been found. The case has become an unresolved case. There are also some military planes in the northwest who have heard about it."

Eunuch Fu was as expected, "It's nothing to do with the unsolved case. It's been lost for so many years anyway. Mr. Marquis, please eat first?"

Huo Wei was going to go straight to the study, but as soon as he reached the door of the main hall, his footsteps stopped. He turned his eyes and looked at the copywriting corridor in the distance. He saw a row of clothes standing under the dim lamp. The bright young women, all fifteen or sixteen years old, have beautiful faces. They have been standing there for an unknown length of time. Their expressions are tense and their bodies are stiff, as if they are about to be tortured.

Huo Weilou frowned.

Eunuch Fu coughed lightly and said, "This is from the princess's palace. Don't be impatient, I will send you away tomorrow."

Huo Weilou withdrew his gaze and stepped into the study.

Taking off his outer robe and throwing it aside, Huo Weilou sat down on the couch by the window. He rubbed his brows tiredly and said, "I had dinner with His Majesty. Your Majesty also asked about the Anqing Marquis Mansion."

While making tea for Huo Weilou, Eunuch Fu said: "After all, it is for the Second Highness to arrange a marriage in the morning, so I have to ask a few questions." After a slight pause, Eunuch Fu said: "I have already asked. The eldest princess’s condition has improved a bit these days, so you don’t have to worry.”

Huo Weilou picked up the tea cup and took a sip, "I know, otherwise there wouldn't be those outside." He said with some displeasure: "I'll send you away tonight."

"Yes, yes, Lord Marquis, don't worry. Since you don't need to eat, why not take a rest early?"

Huo Weilou shook his head, "Lu Ke will send a note to the Ministry of War later. We will wait until he comes. You can go and rest."

Eunuch Fu smiled bitterly, "You don't know when you went to bed. I asked the kitchen to make some soup so that you won't be hungry in the middle of the night."

Where could Eunuch Fu go to rest? After saying this, he saw Huo Weilou looking tired and said, "You should take a rest first."

After saying that, he was about to leave, when Huo Weilou said again: "Are you following Bo Ruoyou's people back?"

When Eunuch Fu heard this, a smile appeared on his lips, "I'm back, I'm back. I came back not long after dark. The old slave asked about it a long time ago. He just left at the door of his house. He lives in Changxing. The house in Fangdongmen Lane looks like it belongs to a wealthy family, so you don’t have to worry too much."

He finally understood Huo Weilou's thoughts. One was to give someone away, and the other was to know where to live, so he had to ask the embroiderer to deliver it to his door. Sure enough, after he finished speaking, Huo Weilou's brows relaxed. Two points.

Seeing Huo Weilou leaning on the pillow as if he was about to take a nap, Eunuch Fu stepped out with a smile.

Huo Weilou closed his eyes slightly, but deep down he was thinking that Changxingfang was a little far away from Lanzhengfang. For a moment, he regretted that he had sent a letter of recommendation when he returned to Beijing in the afternoon. If it had been sent later, she would have been anxious. , maybe even think of ways to find him.

He raised his hand and pinched his eyebrows again. Huo Weilou was unusually upset.

The night was already dark, and although he had no intention of taking a rest, he was indeed a little tired. He lay on the couch, as if he had returned to that night in the blink of an eye. Bo Ruoyou was writing a test report not far from him, and he unexpectedly Just listening to the sound of writing, I fell asleep...

She really has a very calm temperament, which also makes people around her calm down. I don't know if this thought was causing trouble, but his troubled mind also followed suit. Soon, sleepiness came over him, and his consciousness became a little hazy.

Between half asleep and half awake, a burst of footsteps entered the room. The only one who could enter the study without being heard was the father-in-law, so he didn't take it to heart. But soon, the footsteps got closer and closer, and a faint rouge appeared. The fragrance made him open his eyes instantly. When he opened his eyes, he immediately saw a woman in pink who was standing in the corridor just now with a look of care on her face standing a few steps away. When he saw him open his eyes, although this woman had some She shrank in fear, but not only did she not retreat, she even boldly stepped forward. She looked at Huo Weilou shyly and seductively, knelt down by the couch again, and raised her hands to give him a beating on his legs. .

He didn't attack immediately, but it could be seen that this woman was so bold and wanted to touch him. A cold light immediately burst out from his eyes, and before her hand could touch him, he had already kicked her out.

The woman screamed in pain and fell to the side. This cruel attack instantly made the woman vomit a mouthful of blood. Huo Weilou sat up, his eyes were as cold as if he wanted to kill someone, and he shouted again, "Get out - —"

This is the maid sent by the eldest princess. She has just been told to leave the Hou Mansion. Although everyone knows the name of Wu Zhaohou, this is Wu Zhaohou, who is inferior to one person and surpasses ten thousand people. He is young, handsome and powerful. Who wouldn't want to cling to him regardless of whether he was in power or not? So I decided to give it a try because of its pretty appearance. I was not afraid of death.

"How...how did this get in? You don't want your life!" Eunuch Fu exclaimed as he walked in from the outside, and immediately said, "Here comes——"

The guards came in from the outside. When they saw the person lying on the ground, their expressions immediately changed. Eunuch Fu said anxiously: "What are you looking at? Why don't you drag him out? You have eyes to vent your anger? How dare you let such a person risk his life?" ran in?"

Huo Weilou was furious, but Eunuch Fu's scolding spoke to his heart, which made him less angry. The guards immediately stepped forward and dragged the person out.

Seeing the person being taken out, Eunuch Fu looked over with a grimace, "I just left the house and ordered someone to send him away. The old slave went to the kitchen, and someone took advantage of the loophole. It's really too bad." No more eyesight."

Seeing that Huo Weilou still had a stern look on his face, Eunuch Fu cursed again: "This man really doesn't know the heights of heaven and earth. Do you think the title of Lord Marquis is a lie? It's not because he doesn't believe in evil and is not afraid of death! It's annoying! If you want to kill the Marquis, you might as well have someone slap you with a thirty-year salary, treat a criminal below, and then sell him or her as a slave—"

After Eunuch Fu finished speaking, he turned around and walked out angrily. After taking two steps, he turned back and cursed. Huo Weilou didn't know what he meant, so he helplessly stroked his forehead, "Okay -"

Eunuch Fu stopped and turned around, with a long sigh of relief on his face, and said with a wry smile: "The people from the eldest princess's house are naturally bolder. Don't be angry. We will not be angry with the people sent by the eldest princess in the future. How about taking it to the house?"

Eunuch Fu’s tone was soft and a little coaxing. Even Huo Weilou’s overwhelming anger was dissipated by his twists and turns. However, this sudden episode made him unhappy. Thinking of the scene just now, he even He felt sick in his stomach. Eunuch Fu was used to this, but he didn't expect that something would go wrong just after Huo Weilou came back today.

Seeing that Huo Weilou was still sullen, he rolled his eyes and muttered: "Look, it is a taboo for the Marquis to get close to women, but there is one person in this world who is different, not to mention getting close to each other. , it’s best to have it dazzling in front of your eyes every day.”

Huo Weilou raised his eyes to look at him. Although his expression was a bit threatening, the cold and stern look between his brows had completely faded.

Eunuch Fu felt that he had found a way to make Huo Weilou happy, and came forward to pour tea for Huo Weilou, "The letter of recommendation has been sent to the Yamen of Jingzhao Mansion. Youyou must go to Yingmao. Let's find a time to go there. , maybe we can bump into each other."

Huo Weilou took a sip of hot tea and felt very happy after hearing this, but he said on his face: "You can just go and do it. How can I have time to do these little things?"

Eunuch Fu raised his eyebrows high and said with a smile, "Oh, if that's the case, then forget it, I'm just talking."

Huo Weilou's expression was slightly dull. Fortunately, someone called from outside and Lu Ke was here.

Business arrived, Huo Weilou's mind was straightened out, and he could no longer see the angry look a moment ago. Seeing the two of them discussing something, Eunuch Fu exhaled and retreated, and when he went to the verandah, his face darkened, "Where are the people?"

The guard stepped forward with some fear and said, "Send it out."

"Can he still live?" Eunuch Fu asked again.

When I went in, I saw that I was vomiting blood. Eunuch Fu knew that Huo Weilou was very serious, so he had to ask more questions.

The guard then said: "I suffered internal injuries and will have to recover for a while." He then said with a bitter look on his face: "Father-in-law, just now I saw that everyone was gone and I went to the toilet in a hurry. Who would have thought How dare someone dare to run back..."

Eunuch Fu gave him a glare and sighed, "Her Royal Highness, the eldest princess, has just recovered from her illness in the past few days. There is no need to let them know about this. You tell them to be smarter."

The guards left in response, and Eunuch Fu shook his head helplessly.

It was already late at night when Lu Ke left. Mr. Fu was taking a nap. He just woke up after hearing the noise and waited on Huo Weilou to wash up and rest. Huo Weilou had finished taking a bath and felt a twitching hair on his forehead. It hurt, and after I lay down, I was even more tossing and turning. At this moment last night, the man was still resting a few feet next to him, but now he was half a mile away from him.

After being so far apart, not to mention being close, even if it was just a blur in front of my eyes, I already felt a little upset, but I still had the nerve to move closer. This is not the first time for him to be in this situation. In the officialdom, there are people who arrange for people to accompany them at banquets in restaurants, people who send people to the house, and people who are bold enough to set up traps. He has seen it many times, and most of the time he refuses. Indifferent.

But tonight made him particularly angry.

Look at all the people who want to use him to climb up. They have the audacity to challenge his majesty, and almost make him fall into a land of **** for women. If word spreads, someone will believe that he is not close to women. What do lustful people think?

Huo Weilou was very tired, but his thoughts were confused. Everyone in the world envied his power, openly and secretly wanted to flatter and please, and only wanted to rely on skin to seek glory, but few people were like Bo Ruoyou. She She was also in awe of him, but when she looked at him, her eyes were always clear and magnanimous, but those eyes, which were never flattering or provocative, could arouse his impulse.

Huo Weilou became hot.

The night fell, all the lights in the Marquis Mansion were extinguished, and his inner room was also pitch black. In the silence where you could hear a needle drop, his desire was like a wild horse running wild, making it difficult for him to control himself, and his muscles and bones were all broken. They all felt longing, and between the curtains of the bed where no one could see, Huo Weilou simply indulged himself.

Her neck was slightly raised, her beautiful eyebrows were lightly furrowed, and the sweet fragrance on the night bed rushed into his palm, like strong wine burning her throat, like the sound of thunder, a flash of white practice flashed past, and the patience that had lasted for days finally broke out. once.

Huo Weilou's heartbeat was as fast as his breathing, but the pleasure could only last a moment. What was waiting for him in this long night was boundless and deeper emptiness and unbearable torture.

……

Bao Ruoyou did not go to Jingzhao Mansion immediately to attend the meeting. On the first two days, he helped Aunt Liang buy some things for the house. On the third day, he followed Uncle Liang to go around the capital, especially to see Seeing where the Yamen of Jingzhao Mansion was, it was not until the fourth day that she set off to the Yamen to answer the questions. She put on a plain skirt and went to the Yamen accompanied by Uncle Liang.

The yamen of Jingzhao Prefecture is in charge of the important administrative affairs of various parts of the capital. It is naturally much higher than the yamen of other prefectures. Jingzhao Yin is a close minister of the emperor, an unusual prefect. Huo Weilou has told her what the surname of Jingzhao Yin is now. In the past two days, Bao Ruoyou also inquired about some matters in Jingzhao Mansion. Hearing that Mr. Sun had an excellent official reputation during his reign, he came here with confidence.

Although she is a woman, her autopsy skills are far superior to those of ordinary people. Based on this alone, she will not be afraid of even the most powerful official.

However, her trip did not go smoothly.

Jingzhao Mansion Yamen is not something one can enter casually, but when she arrived, Sun Zhao was not in the Yamen. Seeing that she was a woman, the Yamen official only said that she had a recommendation document for marriage, so he ordered her to come in. The waiter was waiting and said he was going to report the arrest.

But this time, she was left hanging in the tea room.

She waited for most of an hour. During this period, the officials from the government office came to watch her from time to time. Seeing her outstanding appearance, they said that she wanted to work for the government office as a widower. They all talked about it, but it was because of her demeanor. Extraordinary, I'm afraid I will still ridicule him face to face.

Zheng Liang whispered: "Miss, why don't you say it was recommended by Marquis Wu Zhao?"

Zheng Liang only found out last night that Bao Ruoyou had been working as an errand for Marquis Wu Zhao and that he wanted to come to Jingzhao Mansion to work as a co-worker. Seeing that these officials were very suspicious of Bao Ruoyou's appearance, he naturally wanted her to use the name of Marquis Wu Zhao. Come on.

But Bao Ruoyou shook his head, "In the final analysis, I just acted as an errand for the Marquis. Master Sun must know it in his heart, so there is no need to make it known to everyone."

It’s not that you can’t take advantage of Huo Weilou’s momentum, it’s just that Bo Ruoyouben is not good at this kind of thing, not to mention that you don’t know how long you can take advantage of it, so it’s better to be cautious, lest you be favored today and be stepped down if you lose momentum tomorrow. Low.

Bo Ruoyou came early, but he had to wait until the sun set in the west before the government official arrested him and arrived late.

Wu Xiang was in his late teens and was very tall and strong in life. He was wearing a yamen official uniform and entered the door vigorously. His face was covered with sweat, his sleeves were rolled up, and his trouser legs and official boots were stained with mud. An impatient look on his face.

When he saw Bao Ruoyou, he was stunned for a moment, but the word disgust quickly returned to his face.

"What's it called?" he asked angrily.

Bo Ruoyou stood up and said, "My surname is Bo and my name is Ruoyou."

Wu Xiang looked her up and down for a moment, then glanced at Zheng Liang beside her, her brows furrowed even more tightly, "Which family are you from? This is the Yamen of the capital, an important place for the government. You are not allowed to come here. It’s a joke, you’re still doing a job, you’ve never even seen a dead person, do you know what a job is? Go home quickly before the sun sets. The capital is not peaceful these days, especially for a little girl like you. You have to run around."

As he spoke, he glared at her dissatisfiedly, turned around and left.

"Wait a minute——"

Bo Ruoyou couldn't laugh or cry, "I have seen dead people, and I have seen many. Not only have I seen drowned people, hung people, and murdered people, I have also examined them in many ways. If necessary, I will have their abdomens cut open." Come and take a look."

Although the catcher looked a little more fierce, he still didn't believe that she was a traitor, but he still told her to go home early. Naturally, he was not an arrogant and domineering person. Since he just didn't believe that she was a traitor, she could just get straight to the point. .

As expected, Wu Xiang paused, turned around and came back after a moment, raising two thick black eyebrows, looking at her suspiciously.

Bo Ruoyou continued: "The dead often accompany the deceased. It is true that few women have ever served in this profession. However, this is what I have learned, so I am not afraid of it. I have a recommendation book this time, and Mr. Sun knows it." Yes, I insist on asking the government to appoint a clerk for me, but I don’t want to let this skill go to waste. If you don’t believe me, let me do an autopsy and you will know whether it is true or false.”

" Mr. Sun is going to the palace today to meet the saint. I don’t know when he will come back. You said you can do an autopsy... So if I ask you to do an autopsy now, do you really dare to do it?"

Bo Ruoyou took out a deerskin roll bag containing an autopsy knife from the baggage on the side. This is something Cheng Yunzhi often used for autopsy. He went to Qingzhou earlier to make preparations but she didn't bring them with him. Now he came to Jingzhao Mansion Yamen I was a little unsure, so I prepared something. I didn't expect that I would really have to do an autopsy to prove it.

She unfolded the deerskin and shook a row of delicate knives. "The knives are all ready. What kind of corpse do you want me to examine?"

Wu Xiang saw this moment and already believed that Bo Ruoyou really knew how to perform an autopsy. However, Jingzhao Mansion already had an autopsy, so how could she be so convincing with just a few autopsy knives?

Wu Xiang twitched the corners of his lips with a half-smile, "Then it looks like you are going to take a trip to Yizhuang with me."