readytorunbook Chapter 235 Accuses Su Yinyin
Chapter 235 Accuses Su Yinyin
Before long, the coroner, following the instructions of his superior, hurriedly went to the Marquis's residence.
Along the way, the coroner's steps were swift and powerful, his heart heavy, as if weighed down by a thousand pounds.
He knew that this test was of great importance, concerning the right and wrong between the Marquis's mansion and the princess, and even more so, the dignity of human life and the law.
After a thorough examination, the coroner rushed back from the Marquis's residence, his expression slightly grave, with fine beads of sweat glistening in the sunlight, a reflection of his inner tension and unease.
He hurried a few steps, clasped his hands in a fist and reported to Lord Chen: "My lord, the old lady died from a single sword to the throat. The wound was clean and sharp, which shows that the person who did the killing was extremely skilled and must be a well-trained individual."
Lord Chen's expression hardened, his gaze filled with authority, like a cold star in a freezing night, making people afraid to look directly at him. He frowned and asked, "Have you found out what the murder weapon was?"
The coroner hurriedly replied, "Your Honor, the murder weapon was a short sword. The blade was short, the hilt was inlaid with gemstones, and the workmanship was exquisite. It was no ordinary item and must have been made by a skilled craftsman."
Marquis Yongyi's face was ashen, and he was so angry that he looked like an enraged lion, his eyes wide open as if they were about to pop out of their sockets.
He roared, "Su Yinyin, this short sword is carried by your bodyguard. What else do you have to say? You will not escape punishment today!"
After Marquis Yongyi finished speaking, he turned to Lord Chen and said, "Lord Chen, Su Yinyin instructed her guards to kill her own grandmother. Such a heartless and insane person is simply unworthy of being called human."
We implore Your Honor to punish this severely, to uphold the law and comfort the spirit of the late Madam in heaven.
Lord Chen asked, "Princess Anguo, do you recognize the sword the Marquis mentioned?"
Su Yinyin remained calm and composed, her face as still as water, and said slowly and deliberately, "Admit it! Why wouldn't I admit it? But, my lord, are you sure it was the old lady who died?"
Marquis Yongyi said angrily, "Hmph, do you think I would mistake my own mother? How could you utter such rebellious words! You disobedient daughter, your crimes are simply unforgivable."
Su Yinyin then asked, "So that means you didn't mistake me? And you're absolutely certain that it was I who killed him?"
Marquis Yongyi's face was gloomy, and his tone was full of certainty as he said decisively, "Although I did not see you kill the old lady with my own eyes, I have witnesses and physical evidence. You can't deny it."
"Now that you're in this courtroom, you have no way to escape."
Upon hearing this, the people standing outside erupted in anger, which spread like wildfire.
Their shouts and curses rose and fell, all pointing fingers at Su Yinyin, and a torrent of nasty words poured forth.
The viciousness of those words was so extreme that they were practically throwing rotten eggs and cabbage leaves at you.
But none of this affected Su Yinyin's mood in the slightest. She remained calm and composed, as if she were detached from the situation, and her firm gaze revealed her unwavering belief in the truth.
Several carriages were parked not far from the government office.
Each carriage seemed exceptionally mysterious, with its curtains tightly drawn, as if concealing countless secrets.
The carvings on the carriage shafts were exquisite and ornate, and the sound of the axles turning was exceptionally clear in the silence. Each element seemed to carry different thoughts and expectations.
They were all very concerned about the progress within the government office.
Meanwhile, the various factions that were concerned about Su Yinyin herself all sent their trusted confidants to stand outside the government office.
Some of them were dressed in plain clothes, while others were in official robes. They looked tense and focused, constantly watching the outcome, afraid of missing any detail.
Su Yinyin turned her head and glanced at the noisy crowd outside the door, her face still bearing a calm smile.
That smile was like a flower blooming in spring, beautiful yet carrying a hint of aloofness.
She spoke clearly to the people outside the door: "Everyone, I, the princess, never intentionally harm others, but I will not allow myself to be bullied or framed by those people."
"Please, Lord Chen, restore my innocence."
Seeing Su Yinyin's confident demeanor, Marquis Yongyi was so angry he was almost going crazy. Trembling, he said, "My lord, I want to bring out a witness."
Lord Chen nodded slightly and said, "Please speak, Your Excellency."
With a wave of his hand, Marquis Yongyi sent in a servant-like man.
This man was dressed in extraordinary clothes. His expression revealed a hint of arrogance, and judging from his attire, he must hold a high position in the Marquis's household.
Marquis Yongyi said, "This person is Granny Chen, the old lady's steward."
When the old woman saw Su Yinyin, her face was full of anger.
His eyes seemed to spit fire, his teeth were clenched so tightly they were grinding, and his hatred seemed to want to devour Su Yinyin.
But upon seeing Lord Chen, he instantly became trembling with fear.
Her voice trembled like a leaf in the wind as she said, "This old servant is Granny Chen, the old lady's steward. I was ordered by the old lady to invite the princess to the Marquis's residence for a gathering."
The old lady thought that even if the Marquis drove the Princess out of the Marquis's mansion,
But the old lady didn't send her away! In the old lady's heart, the princess was her own granddaughter. That will never change.
Lord Chen frowned slightly and asked with a sharp gaze, "Did you personally witness the princess murdering the old lady?"
The old woman quickly replied, "Reporting to you, sir, after this old servant returned to the Marquis's residence with the princess..."
"This old servant will go to the kitchen to prepare some dishes that the princess likes to eat."
Lord Chen pressed further, "So, you mean you haven't seen the old lady since you returned to the Marquis's residence? After she died, did you see her again?"
Granny Chen replied respectfully, "Reporting to you, sir, when this old servant learned of the old lady's death..."
This old servant rushed back to the Mo Residence, but was seized by the guards. To this day, this old servant has not seen the Old Madam.
Su Yinyin asked, "Lord Chen, may I ask a question?"
Lord Chen nodded and said, "Please, Princess...!"
Su Yinyin looked at the old woman and saw that she had a heartbroken look on her face, with tears welling up in her eyes, as if they were about to burst into tears at any moment.
It seems that this old nanny is truly loyal to the old lady.
Su Yinyin asked, "Granny Chen, I'd like to ask you, before you left the manor, was there anything different about the old lady?"
"Your Highness, the old lady is perfectly fine and in good spirits. She's even talking about you!" Granny Chen said casually.
But the anger in his eyes did not diminish at all; his gaze seemed to want to tear Su Yinyin to pieces.
Su Yinyin sneered, "Based on Chen Mama's one-sided statement? It only proves that the old lady sincerely invites this princess to the mansion for a gathering."
Furthermore, does this princess have any reason to kill the old lady? If this princess were to kill someone, it should be you, Marquis.
"You...you killed the old lady, which saddened and grieved me." Marquis Yongyi's words sounded somewhat forced, and his confidence was clearly lacking.
His voice trembled slightly, like a candle flickering in the wind, as if it might be extinguished at any moment.
Su Yinyin said, "This princess hates you, not the old lady. On the contrary, she respects the old lady very much."
Su Yinyin paused, then said, "I just want to ask everyone, if you were to kill someone, would you dare to do it openly and honestly?"