Qifeng Gorge is the only way for the Xu family to transport goods, and not many people usually pass by. This news is extremely detrimental to the Xu family.
"Mr. Kong, the evidence is now conclusive. Shi Pojun has disappeared mysteriously, and the Xu family is the most suspect. Please order Mr. Kong to take away the relevant people of the Xu family, please His Majesty's Holy Judgment."
Xue Chunyu bent down and bowed. The final decision was in the hands of Mr. Kong.
"Shilang Xue, you are so slanderous!"
Xu Yilin spat out a mouthful of blood in anger. All the deacons were filled with righteous indignation but were speechless. Everyone knew in their hearts that the investigation team needed an excuse and a scapegoat, and the Xu family was the most suitable one.
When Shi Pojun disappears, someone has to take the blame.
Xue Chunyu sneered and did not answer Xu Yilin, waiting for Mr. Kong's reply.
"What do you think?"
Kong Lao did not answer Xue Chunyu directly, but looked at Bai Qiu and Gao Hao to listen to their opinions.
"Back to Kong Lao, after careful consideration, I found that although there is no real evidence, this matter has something to do with the Xu family. The last place where Shi Pojun disappeared was in Qifeng Gorge. The Xu family's motorcade passed here that day. I suggested taking away the guards who were transporting the goods that day.
It is more appropriate to be detained in the imperial capital and then examined by the Ministry of Punishment. If the Xu family is indeed innocent, they can be released."
Chen Lu, who had been silent until now, spoke up. He was a member of the royal family and did not represent the official government, the army, or the Imperial Academy.
"I agree with Mr. Chen. Shi Pojun's crossbows and arrows have appeared in Qifeng Gorge. The Xu family has an inseparable connection. All relevant persons must be taken away."
Bai Qiu agreed with Chen Lu's approach and sent him to prison first, waiting for a thorough review by the Criminal Department before making a decision.
When they arrived at the Imperial City, the life and death of the Xu family could no longer be controlled by themselves. Life and death depended on their words.
"What does Instructor Gao mean?"
Gao Hao did not express his position. Every year, students from the Imperial Academy leave to join the army or return to their place of origin. Those soldiers who died left the academy a few years ago. He was sent here this time, just to go through the process.
"I remain silent!"
This is Gao Hao's attitude. He neither supports Xue Chunyu nor the Xu family and stays out of the matter.
Next, Mr. Kong's attitude was particularly important. With just one word from him, the fate of the Xu family could be decided. Deacon Lan and others almost stopped breathing. The Xu family had just started to improve, and the weapons workshop was regaining its vitality.
The mines have been set up to guard the mountain, so there is no need to worry about being attacked by others. The entire Xu family is developing at a high speed.
"The Master of Danbao Pavilion has arrived!"
At this time, an announcement came from outside, and Bi Gongyu, the master of Danbao Pavilion, walked in with big steps. He didn't even have time to announce and entered the main hall.
"Bi took the liberty to come and disturb me. Please forgive me, Master Xu."
He hugged Xu Yilin and then looked at Mr. Kong. They should be no strangers to each other.
"Junior Bi Gongyu has met Mr. Kong!"
He bent down and bowed, and then nodded to Xue Chunyu and the others, which was regarded as a greeting. Danbao Pavilion had a very high status, and Bi Gongyu was the master of the pavilion, which was even more extraordinary.
"Why did Palace Master Bi come here? We are investigating the news of Shi Pojun's disappearance."
Xue Chunyu was a little displeased. Bi Gongyu suddenly came and interrupted their rhythm. All he needed was a word from Kong Lao that the investigation team's mission would be considered a complete success.
Only Liu Wuxie, with a smile on his lips, did not feel any surprise at Bi Gongyu's arrival. He looked at his father-in-law and gave him a reassuring look, telling him not to worry.
"I came here to bring some useful information about Shi Pojun's disappearance. I hope it will be helpful to you." Bi Gongyu took out a list of materials from his arms and placed it on the table.
Everyone looked at it, and there were many names of elixirs written on it.
"As we all know, our Danbao Pavilion is researching new medicines. Young Master Wuxie is extremely talented. I was not in Canglan City that day to discuss the art of alchemy with Master Huo. Ten days ago, they had a discussion and developed a new medicine.
A few ingredients, Mr. Wuxie is willing to go to the Sunset Mountains to collect them."
"This elixir only grows in Shuangta Mountain. It takes five or six days to start from Canglan City. This is the medicinal material he brought back yesterday. Please take a look."
Liu Wuxie's visit to Danbao Pavilion yesterday must have been hidden from them, and had been investigated long ago.
Including the whereabouts of Liu Wuxie ten days ago, Liu Wuxie went to Danbao Pavilion to deliver the Tianling Pill. This information is clearly known to the investigation team, and everything Bi Gongyu said is true.
Everyone was stunned. Danbao Pavilion actually stood up for the Xu family and clarified that Liu Wuxie had nothing to do with this matter.
"Palace Master Bi, do you know that every word you say is related to Shi Pojun's life and death."
Xue Chunyu's eyes turned cold, he was in awe of Danbao Pavilion, but not afraid.
"In the report in your hand, there should be detailed records of everyone's recent actions in Canglan City. If you look through it, you will see that I value Young Master Liu's talent and do not want to be framed by someone. Please be careful."
Bi Gongyu's attitude was very tough, which was beyond everyone's expectations. The investigation results were about to be finalized. Danbao Pavilion intervened. What was the intention? Is it true that he valued Liu Wuxie's talent as he said?
What a joke.
Big guys like them would care about the life and death of these little guys.
"Even if Shi Pojun has nothing to do with him, what about the Qifeng Gorge incident? The Xu family's convoy passed by Qifeng Gorge, and the arrow marks left by Shi Pojun are also here. I dare say the Xu family had no knowledge of it."
Xue Chunyu took a step back and wiped out the Xu family, leaving only Liu Wuxie, who could be wiped out in a matter of seconds.
Bi Gongyu's main purpose was to keep Liu Wuxie, and he really hadn't thought about this matter. He frowned slightly, and he didn't expect that the Xu family would be the last to take the blame. And judging from this posture, the investigation team's opinions had reached a consensus.
Keeping Liu Wuxie is equivalent to saving the Tianling Pill. With all the people in the house, how can there be a complete egg? Without the Xu family, how can Liu Wuxie be able to survive alone?
"The Lord of Canglan City has arrived!"
A burly figure quickly entered the main hall. Things took twists and turns. First, the master of Danbao Pavilion appeared, and even the city lord Qi Enshi came. The Xu family was confused.
The investigation by the first three companies lasted only two hours at most. It was already dark and it was time to turn on the lights. A full three hours had passed and the results were not yet available.
Many spies gathered outside the Xu family's gate, and a large amount of news was passed on. Everyone was speculating on whether the Xu family could survive this test.
"Students pay homage to Mr. Kong, colleagues."
Qi Enshi bent down and bowed. He had listened to Mr. Kong's class and addressed the students quite well. When he looked at the master of Danbao Pavilion, he showed a hint of surprise.
"Brother Qi, what are you doing here? Is it also to investigate Shi Pojun's affairs?"
Xue Chunyu asked doubtfully, the little Xu family attracted the head of Danbao Pavilion to come to clarify, and Qi Enshi came again, confused.
"I'm here to prove the innocence of the Xu family. The Xu family's motorcade has been attacked by mysterious bandits in recent days. The head of the Xu family found me and asked the city lord's palace to send troops to wipe out the bandits. As a city lord, of course, I can't just sit idly by when bandits appear in my territory.
Please send someone to investigate the truth. According to our investigation, those mysterious bandits left the Sunset Mountains half a month ago."
After Qi Enshi finished speaking, he looked towards Xu Yilin, blinked his eyes, and signaled him to stop talking. This was to excuse the Xu family.
Xu Yilin was confused. When had he visited the City Lord's Mansion?
Xue Chunyu looks stupid!
Bai Qiu's eyes shrank!
Bi Gongyu's eyes lit up!
…
Everyone's expression was different. Qi Enshi actually stood up and proved the Xu family's innocence. The arrow marks left by Qifeng Gorge were many days ago. The Xu family's convoy did not encounter bandits and returned smoothly.
Arrive at Canglan City.
"Brother Qi, do you know what you are talking about!"
Xue Chunyu took a deep breath. The city lord's words still held great weight. Continuing to sanction the Xu family was unjustifiable both emotionally and rationally. In addition, Danbao Pavilion came forward, so the investigation team had to reconsider.
"I haven't finished speaking yet. According to my investigation, the Langya Mercenary Group left Canglan City a few days ago, and the disappearance of Shi Pojun is inextricably linked to them."
Qi Enshi took out a report, which contained records of various crimes committed by the Langya mercenary group.
The hall fell into silence, the investigation reached a dead end, and the Xu family was completely freed from suspicion. According to the report provided by Qi Enshi, the disappearance of Shi Pojun was most likely caused by Lang Ya.
The fifth level of Langya Spirit Cleansing has the ability to kill Shi Po's army, which is reasonable.
"Mr. Kong, what do you say?"
Xue Chunyu's face was gloomy and scary, and he asked Mr. Kong in a low voice whether he should continue the investigation.
Mr. Kong glanced at everyone. From beginning to end, he never said a word. He suddenly stood up and bowed his hands: "Master Xu, please excuse me."
After saying this, he walked out of the palace. As soon as these words came out, everyone in the Xu family felt relieved.
Xue Chunyu wanted to say something more, but couldn't say a word, so he waved his hand away fiercely. When he said goodbye, his eyes fell on Liu Wuxie's face, with a look of death.
"Mr. Kong, walk slowly!"
Qi Enshi did not leave the main hall, but stayed where he was. The top brass of the Xu family collectively sent Mr. Kong off respectfully.
There were only three people left in the main hall, namely Bi Gongyu, Qi Enshi, and Liu Wuxie.
"Mr. Liu, I won't disturb you anymore. Let's chat when we get the chance."
Bi Gongyu stood up, cupped his hands, and left alone.
"Mr. Liu, you asked someone to send you this thing!"
There were only two of them left in the main hall. Qi Enshi suddenly asked with a lunar calendar expression on his face.
"How do you determine that the thing must be a gift from me?"
Liu Wuxie basically admitted that he had sent someone to deliver the thing to the city lord's palace. It was just out of curiosity that Qi Enshi didn't go to his father-in-law and found himself directly.
"Tell me, where is Zhou Hu?"
Qi Enshi was too lazy to talk to him. He could guess with a little brain power that Liu Wuxie had someone deliver the package, and that Xu Yilin had never left Canglan City.
What's even more frightening is that the people sent by the Wan family and the Tian family have lost contact for several days. During this time, Liu Wuxie has been staying in the mountains.
Qi Enshi can be sure that people from the Langya, Tian, and Wan families will never come back. It would be most appropriate to frame them to the dead.
The only thing that puzzled Qi Enshi was how so many masters disappeared. Did they all die at the hands of Liu Wuxie? He quickly shook his head and denied his thoughts. There was only one possibility. Behind Liu Wuxie, stood
A strong man protects him secretly.
It is impossible to suddenly rise from a waste without someone's secret guidance.
On the way here, Qi Enshi analyzed it countless times and finally came to this conclusion.
"You want to know?" Liu Wuxie chuckled: "But why should I tell you."