The little heroine investigates a mysterious case

Chapter 371 The Real Killer

Ma Zhenzhen didn't keep anyone in suspense and directly stated her thoughts.

"Business! Your second brother and my father are both so bad at it that they can't even keep track of the household expenses for a month. Your fifth brother doesn't seem interested in business either. Why don't you give it a try?"

This answer really surprised everyone.

Gu Jingfeng thought for a while, racking his brains for all sorts of ideas, and suddenly slammed his hand on the table.

"Second sister-in-law, you know what, I think I actually have a bit of a talent for business. In this Liyang City, as long as it's a well-known establishment, whether it's a restaurant or a shop, I have some connections with their owners!"

As Gu Jingfeng finished speaking, he looked intently at Gu Zhanghua.

"Fifth brother, do you remember? Back then, you suddenly had the idea to get an admission ticket to the Moon Ascension Tower, and you couldn't do it even after pulling your hair out. It was me! I just wrote a note with the three big characters 'Gu Jingfeng' written on it. You took it to the Moon Ascension Tower, and the owner immediately arranged a private room for you, right?"

Forget the past!

Gu Zhanghua sighed inwardly. He wouldn't go so far as to pluck all his hair, but causing a scene at the Moon Ascension Tower was certainly possible…

At the time, he did not know that the princess was Sister Xuan. He only thought she was a princess from Yue Kingdom. When he met Hao Xiong by chance at Dengyue Tower, he was unaware of the connection between Hao Xiong and Sister Xuan.

He only thought Hao Xiong was a kidnapper who had abducted him to the mountain and forced him into marriage; the hatred between him and Hao Xiong was irreconcilable.

Looking back now, it's really funny!

But at this moment, Gu Zhanghua didn't have time to reminisce about the past; encouraging his third brother was the most important thing.

"Yes, yes, I remember that. When I saw the note written by Third Brother... to be honest, I was still very nervous. I was thinking of trying my luck, but I didn't expect it to go so smoothly!"

It was truly unprecedented and unparalleled, a note unlike any other in the world. Gu Zhanghua still remembers those three clumps of characters that looked like poop.

Gu Jingfeng suddenly jumped off the chair and walked out of the living room.

Gu Jiancheng hurriedly asked, "Where are you going?"

Gu Jingfeng didn't even turn his head, and waved to everyone with a nonchalant air.

"Please don't stand on ceremony in my house, do whatever you like. I need to hurry to my study to organize my business ideas!"

In the blink of an eye, Gu Jingfeng disappeared.

"I wonder how long Third Brother can hold on this time?"

Gu Zhanghua shook his head helplessly.

"Let's just hold on for as long as we can!" Gu Jiancheng declared, giving up on Gu Jingfeng's plan. "It's better than staying home all day doing nothing!"

"How is the marriage of the Rongdi King going? Is it still undecided?"

Ma Zhenzhen asked Zhao Xuan and Gu Zhanghua about the matter, which had become the talk of the town. She couldn't help but want to know, as the servants and maids in her household had all spread the word.

Zhao Xuan spoke first.

"Originally, this was something I took on myself, but later my father asked my mother to help oversee it. Recently, the Rongdi King came to Liyang and has been causing a lot of trouble these days. Xiao Wu and I have been idle and haven't asked too much about what's going on."

“It all depends on fate. When fate arrives, you can’t escape it. When fate hasn’t arrived…” Ma Zhenzhen shook her head. “No matter how much trouble he causes, he will hardly get what he wants.”

"Let's not talk about him anymore. Like you said, let's leave it to fate!"

Zhao Xuan was still concerned about continuing the investigation into the attack on the mission, and now was the perfect time to consult Gu Jiancheng.

"Second Brother, we originally intended to continue the investigation into the almshouse matter from where you left off, but we all went to the Northern Army, so the matter was delayed. Now, Xiao Wu and I have decided to follow the clues you found and go find those fifty-three people one by one!"

"Actually, you don't need to get involved in this matter yourself. Since it has come to this point, just let the government handle it."

Gu Jiancheng gave the two of them a suggestion.

"That's what Father Emperor meant too, but this matter is related to the tragedy of the attack on the mission back then, so we don't want to entrust it to others."

Gu Zhanghua told Gu Jiancheng what was on his mind.

“I understand. You can go in person, but it would be best if you carried the King’s token. That way, if you encounter any trouble, you can rely on the government. That would be the most appropriate course of action.”

Gu Zhanghua smiled and nodded.

"Okay, I'll listen to my second brother."

The four chatted for a while longer before returning to their respective residences.

When Zhao Xuan and Gu Zhanghua returned to the mansion, they learned from Shi Shu that Ying Yang had quietly moved out of the Prince Xian's mansion.

They said that the time for their marriage plan had come to a critical moment, and that they needed to maintain Yang Ying's mystique at all times, as it would be inconvenient for her to continue living in the Prince Xian's residence.

They have now moved to the new official residence bestowed upon him by the Xia Emperor, and once it is settled, he will invite them to visit.

"Why do I have a bad feeling? How long is Yingyang going to stay in Liyang? It feels like he's planning to settle down here?"

"No way?" Gu Zhanghua was also at a loss. He instructed Shishu, "Go to the study and prepare a fine Duan inkstone for me. You will accompany me to Yingyang, or rather, to Yang Ying's house later."

Shi Shu seemed to be deep in thought and did not hear Gu Zhanghua's instructions.

"Servant?"

Gu Zhanghua called out again, and Shi Shu finally came to her senses.

"Your Highness? Did you need something from me?"

"Go to the study and prepare a Duan inkstone for me, hurry up!"

"Oh……"

Shi Shu silently turned and walked towards the study.

Zhao Xuan watched Shi Shu's retreating figure with some worry.

"What's wrong with Shishu these days? She seems so absent-minded. Is her injury still not fully healed?"

"It's possible. I'll have Little Fairy Doctor examine him again later."

The two stopped mentioning the book-serving servant and started talking about the investigation.

“We’re going to investigate this case and we don’t know how long we’ll be gone. I want to prepare some gifts in advance and go see Aunt Lan and Yun’er.”

“Alright, you can pick whatever you want from the storeroom, I have no objection. I'd better go and take a look at Yang Ying’s residence first, I won’t feel at ease if I don’t go and check.”

“Alright, I’ll go prepare the gifts. You go to Yang Ying’s residence, and we’ll split up.”

Gu Zhanghua arrived at the study. The door was open, and he saw Shishu standing in front of the desk with her back to him, seemingly lost in thought.

Gu Zhanghua walked in with a smile.

"Shishu, is the inkstone ready?"

Upon hearing Gu Zhanghua's voice, Shi Shu seemed startled, her body trembled, and she turned around, staring blankly at Gu Zhanghua before hurriedly putting her hands behind her back.

"Your Highness... I... I'm not ready yet..."

"Oh, it's alright, I can prepare it myself. Go and get the carriage ready. The mansion that Father bestowed upon the Rongdi King is not far from our residence. It will take at least half an hour to get there by carriage."

"it is good……"

Although Shi Shu verbally agreed, she did not move her body.

Suddenly, there was a clanging sound.

A gleaming dagger fell to the ground. Shi Shu was startled at first, then hurriedly bent down to pick it up.

But he seemed unable to control himself; his hand holding the dagger trembled uncontrollably.

Gu Zhanghua looked at Shishu with suspicion.

"Shishu, what's wrong with you? Why are you carrying a dagger in broad daylight?"

Gu Zhanghua quickly understood Shishu's intention, and couldn't help but laugh at himself, slapping his forehead.

"Look at me, I really didn't think things through. Why give the Rongdi King an inkstone? He might not even recognize the value of the finest Duan inkstone! You're much more thoughtful. Giving him a dagger would suit the Rongdi King's personality better; he would definitely like it!"

"Your Highness..."

Shi Shu's voice trembled as her hands trembled, and her eyes, as she looked at Gu Zhanghua, seemed to contain immense pain and sorrow.

"Your Highness..."

Shi Shu, holding a dagger, walked step by step toward Gu Zhanghua.

Gu Zhanghua looked at Shishu, puzzled.

Suddenly, tears rolled down Shi Shu's face. She abruptly raised her dagger and stabbed it into Gu Zhanghua's chest!