Chapter 14 Chapter Fourteen

Di Qing just stood still for a moment, and then rushed to the woman's side with a brisk stride, her heart beating violently.Looking down, she saw that the woman was an unfamiliar face, and she was very peaceful. Di Qing was a little relieved, but in an instant more confusion came to his mind. Who is the murderer?Who is this woman?Why did Chang Ning invite him here, and it was another woman who died?Where is Chang Ning now?Di Qing's thoughts were spinning, and he vaguely felt that something was wrong. At this moment, he heard an exclamation in front of the door. Di Qing suddenly turned around and saw a woman standing in front of the door. Seeing such a bloody scene in the pavilion, she held onto the door frame and fell limply.

That woman turned out to be Zhang Meiren. Di Qing was startled again, rushed over to support Zhang Meiren, and shouted: "Miss Zhang..." Zhang Meiren closed her eyes tightly and fell into Di Qing's arms, she even fainted from fright. Isn't Beauty Zhang asleep?How did you come here?Thoughts turned in Di Qing's mind, and he felt very uneasy.After calling a few times, Zhang Meiren was still unconscious.Di Qing originally wanted to help her to the chair, and then go find someone.But after thinking about it, the murderer is still there, so it is inappropriate to keep Zhang Meiren here.

Gritting his teeth, he picked up Meiren Zhang and walked out of the pavilion, wanting to find a palace maid to hand over Meiren Zhang. Just after leaving the attic, footsteps came from the opposite side, and several people came forward with lights.The woman in the lead couldn't help screaming when she saw Di Qing hugging a woman.The cry seemed contagious, and all of them screamed in an instant. Di Qing frowned, and just as she was about to shout, she heard a woman say: "Don't shout anymore. Di Qing, what's going on?" The woman's voice was soft and firm, but it was Princess Changning.

Seeing that it was Chang Ning, Di Qing was both surprised and delighted and said, "Princess, you asked me to meet here, why did you arrive at this time?" Chang Ning said in surprise, "Wait, I asked you out? I didn't." Seeing Chang Ning's blank face, Di Qing's heart sank.He has seen that what Chang Ning said is true.But if it wasn't for Chang Ning to invite him, who is the maid?Why did you take him to Chaofeng Pavilion?Could it be that he wanted to push the murder on him, Di Qing? Who on earth has such hatred for Di Qing?Do you want to harm him like this?Di Qing was distraught, and seeing Chang Ning looking at him with a strange expression, realized that she was still hugging Zhang Meiren.Hurriedly handing Zhang Meiren to Chang Ning, Di Qing briefly explained what just happened.

Chang Ning signaled the maid to take Zhang Meiren to the imperial doctor for treatment, and her beautiful eyes kept staring at Di Qing's.Di Qing had a clear conscience and did not evade it.After finishing speaking, he frowned and said, "Eldest princess, you really didn't send me the maid?" Chang Ning shook his head, worry flashed in his eyes, and he whispered something to the maid beside him, who left in a hurry.Just when Chang Ning was about to speak, there was some commotion not far away, and many palace ladies and palace ladies rushed in. It turned out that the maid screamed just now, which attracted many people from other places.When everyone saw the murder case, they were all in an uproar. When the news spread, Zhao Zhen hurried over and said angrily, "What's going on? Where's the beauty?"

Chang Ning told the story over and over, and Zhao Zhen felt a chill in his heart when he heard it, thinking to himself that this place is forbidden.How could there be murder at this time?Hearing that Chang Ning said that Di Qing saved Zhang Meiren, Zhao Zhen secretly called it a fluke, thinking that if the murderer hurt the beauty, the consequences would be disastrous.Just as she was about to ask about Zhang Meiren's whereabouts, a woman staggered out of the crowd and threw herself into Zhao Zhen's arms, crying, "My lord..." That woman is Zhang Meiren.Just now Zhang Meiren was arranged by Chang Ning to see the imperial doctor, and she didn't want to turn around soon.

Seeing Beauty Zhang's hair in a messy bun, Zhao Zhen cried so much that the pear blossoms were raining, he breathed a sigh of relief in pity, hugged Beauty Zhang, and comforted: "Beauty, it's good that you are fine." Zhang Meiren suddenly broke away from Zhao Zhen's embrace, knelt down and said, "My lord, I almost won't see you. I beg you to be the master of my family and punish the murderer." Zhao Zhen hurriedly supported Zhang Meiren and said: "Beauty, if you have something to say, just stand up and say it. If I find the murderer, I will definitely punish him severely! It's a pity... the murderer can't be found for the time being." Frowning: "Yan Shiliang, pass on My will..." He just wanted to find Kaifeng to investigate the case, but Zhang Meiren suddenly said: "My lord, Di Qing is the murderer. He also molested the slave family...Please ask the emperor to be the master of the slave family!"

The voice just fell, and in the scorching summer, the surroundings were frozen like silence. When Di Qing first heard it, his face turned livid, and he could hardly believe his ears.Zhang Meiren actually called him a murderer?Is Zhang Meiren confused?No matter how you look at it, Zhang Meiren is very sober. Why did Zhang Meiren call Di Qing a murderer?He has nothing to do with Zhang Meiren at all, why did Zhang Meiren want to kill him? Zhao Zhen was also stunned for a moment, looked at Di Qing suspiciously, and said in a concentrated voice: "You said Di Qing was the murderer?" Zhang Meiren choked with sobs and said, "That's right, Your Majesty, quickly order him to be taken down. The slave's house...is dead." After saying that, he turned his head to leave, Zhao Zhen hurriedly grabbed Zhang Meiren, stared at Di Qing, and said coldly: "Di Qing...you, are you really being rude to Beauty Zhang?"

Di Qing finally came back to his senses and said firmly, "I have not." Zhang Meiren suddenly pointed at Di Qing and shouted: "You don't recognize it now? Di Qing, if you have the guts, repeat what you just told me!" Di Qing paid attention to Zhang Meiren's expression, frowned and said, "I never said anything to you just now!" By this time, he had become extremely calm. Empress Cao had already arrived, and Chang Ning immediately stepped forward and said a few words to Empress Cao in a low voice.It turned out that Chang Ning felt that something was wrong just now, so he sent a maid to invite Empress Cao.

After hearing what Chang Ning said, Empress Cao's expression became serious. Seeing that Zhang Meiren hesitated to speak, she stepped forward to remind Zhao Zhen: "Officials, this matter seems a bit strange, so why not... find a few people to talk to alone." See Zhao Zhen looked at Di Qing coldly, Empress Cao said in a low voice: "Officials, Di Qing is definitely not a womanizer, don't you know him well?" Zhao Zhen changed his mind and knew that Empress Cao was right.It's not that he doesn't believe in Di Qing, but he believes in Zhang Meiren even more.Since Zhang Meiren entered the palace, she has been gentle, elegant, considerate, and has the same temperament as Wang Ruyan back then. Zhao Zhen has long turned his thoughts on his first love to Zhang Meiren.Zhao Zhen has no reason not to believe such a lovely thing.

But after all, Zhao Zhen is no longer the Zhao Zhen of the past. After a moment of pondering, he realized that what the queen said was very reasonable, and ordered: "Yan Shiliang, you call Ge Huaimin into the palace. Di Qing..." After a pause, Zhao Zhen said slowly "If you don't feel ashamed, you can stay in Ziwei Pavilion and wait for me to find out everything before making a decision. What do you think?" Seeing that Zhao Zhen's face became darker under the light, Di Qing thought to himself that he was in a place of suspicion, and Zhao Zhen's refusal to drink made people tie him up, which was considered to be giving him face.Immediately said: "I obey the order." Some palace people led Di Qing to an attic, and the attic was empty. As soon as Di Qing entered, the door was closed, and several palace people guarded the door nervously, obviously afraid that Di Qing would escape. Di Qing found a chair and sat down, thinking, "If I leave, these eunuchs will certainly not be able to stop me. But I, Di Qing, have a clear conscience, how can I leave? Beauty Zhang has nothing to do with me, why did she wrong me? " Di Qing thought hard, but couldn't figure it out.After an unknown period of time, footsteps suddenly sounded outside the door. Di Qing looked over through the screen window, and saw groups of Imperial Guards rushing outside, holding torches, looking as if they were facing a formidable enemy.In an instant, those forbidden troops had surrounded Ziwei Pavilion heavily, and the leader was none other than Ge Huaimin.Di Qing couldn't help being startled, and thought to himself, "Could it be that Zhao Zhen just pretended to be generous to keep me steady, and if he doesn't listen to my excuse at this moment, he is going to kill me?" He has been with Zhao Zhen for many years, although Zhao Zhen always Every time he was friendly with him, but for some reason, he felt farther and farther away from Zhao Zhen in his heart. As for why, he never thought deeply about it. But these years, Zhao Zhen has treated him well after all, only today, although the night is sultry, but when he saw Zhao Zhen looking over, murderous intent loomed in his eyes.At that moment in Di Qing's heart, he felt that Zhao Zhen was no longer the holy son of the past, but the Ninth Five-Year King who ruled the world and held the power of life and death. Ge Huaimin led the forbidden army to surround Ziwei Pavilion and did not talk to Di Qing.Sitting in the hall, Di Qingku looked at the beating oil lamps in the room, with a shy smile on his lips. I don't know how long I sat there, suddenly there was a slight sound of footsteps.The footsteps stopped at the door, and someone knocked lightly on the door.Di Qing didn't know who was coming at this time, so he said calmly, "Please come in." The door opened, and Chang Ning appeared at the door in a yellow shirt, looking at Di Qing quietly. Di Qing was a little surprised, and suddenly thought, "Chang Ning is probably the only one who comes to see me in the palace now." He was grateful in his heart, but to Chang Ning, he only had affection for a friend.Chang Ning walked over and sat opposite Di Qing, his gentle eyes were under the light, a little hot from the fire. After a moment of silence, Chang Ning looked away, parted her red lips, and said in a low voice: "The woman who was killed was Zhaorong, surnamed Shang. Because she offended Empress Guo back then, she was thrown into limbo. Later, Empress Guo went, That Zhaorong is still desolate, and even a servant girl was transferred away for a few days because of the lack of manpower in the palace. But that Zhaorong is good at embroidery, and I sometimes learn embroidery from her. Tonight I came here to find her..." Di Qing thought of the woman's desolate life and her lonely death, and seeing Chang Ning's peaceful face, suddenly felt sympathy for Chang Ning. As the younger sister of the emperor, the eldest princess looks glorious, but in this cold deep palace, how much luckier is she than Zhao Rong? Chang Ning often looks for Zhao Rong, is it just to learn embroidery? At this juncture, Di Qing was surprised that he was still thinking about irrelevant things.Reining in his mind, he asked, "Have you found out who killed her?" "It should have been yours." Chang Ning said quietly.The corner of Di Qing's mouth was full of a mocking smile, but he didn't say anything.Hearing Chang Ning said again: "Now your situation is very bad, because everyone's testimony is against you. Yan Shiliang originally sent a palace man to follow you, but the palace man said that you disappeared after only a moment, so he It doesn't prove that a court lady came to you. What I don't understand is that you used to be a guard in front of the palace, so you should know many rules..." Chang Ning said this, as if he was blaming Di Qing for being reckless this time. Di Qing smiled and said: "I am a guard who understands the rules, but I am a person who does not follow the rules." He did not look at Chang Ning's searching eyes, but only at the lonely burning light in the attic.What he didn't say was that he owed Chang Ning, he knew that Chang Ning wanted to find him, so he went, even if he broke some rules, it didn't matter. When people live, they must abide by the rules, but when people live, some things are more important than rules! Chang Ning sighed quietly, and said again: "Beauty Zhang was not feeling well at first, so she took a nap. Later, the Holy Majesty turned around to rest, but Beauty Zhang suddenly complained that she had a headache and wanted to walk around. She walked not far from the pavilion where Zhao Rong was killed. Seeing that some palace maids were still following, she suddenly lost her temper, saying that she wanted to be alone and told them not to follow. Those palace maids had to wait where they were... Later she met you." Chang Ning's gaze fixed on his face, his gaze was full of meanings, "Ms. Zhang said that when she met you, you passed by Zhaorong's door for some reason..." Di Qing raised her eyebrows. She wanted to say that there was nothing wrong with it, but she still listened quietly after all.Chang Ning didn't hear Di Qing's explanation, and continued: "Beauty Zhang saw you and was going to leave. She thinks it's inappropriate to be alone with you..." At this point, she blushed a little, she was just with Di Qing now, But she didn't feel wrong, but what do outsiders think?She continued quickly, "Ms. Zhang just wanted to leave. If she didn't want to, you stopped her and teased her that she would tell her about the Northwest. Miss Zhang wanted to leave, but if you talked more and more, it would make her feel worse, and you even started to use her hands and feet. The beauty said, most likely when you saw her talk to you twice, you thought she had taken a fancy to you, that's why you were so rude." Di Qing seemed to be listening to other people's stories, and his thoughts became clearer and clearer. He was able to enter the palace because of Zhang Meiren; he could not leave because of Zhang Meiren's problems; until now, he fell into a dug trap because Zhang Meiren fabricated things that never happened. All this is because of Zhang Meiren, Zhang Meiren wants to kill Di Qing, but why does Zhang Meiren hate him so much?Di Qing couldn't figure it out. Chang Ning had been sitting opposite Di Qing for a long time, his face turned reddish under the light, but for some reason, it suddenly turned as white as snow again. "Then you held Zhang Meiren's hand. Zhang Meiren struggled hard, but she couldn't escape your palm. Her wrist is still bruised. Because of this, the Holy Majesty is already very angry with you." Di Qing froze, thinking that Zhang Meiren even injured her wrist in advance, so it could be said that she deliberately dealt with him.Although this round is simple, as long as Zhao Zhen finds that Di Qing is guilty, it will be a dead end! Many times in this world, it is not the guilty who die, but the one who is considered guilty. Chang Ning obviously knew this truth a long time ago, frowned slightly, and said: "Ms. Zhang said later that you were too presumptuous. Zhaorong couldn't see her in the attic all the time, so she came out and scolded you, and you became crazy. Seeing the situation, Zhaorong was not good, and said he wanted to tell the Holy Master about it, but you suddenly pulled out the dagger, Zhaorong saw the situation and fled into the house in a hurry, you suddenly knocked out Zhang Meiren, and then chased him In the past. Zhang Meiren was in a daze when she saw that you had captured Zhaorong and killed her. After that, Zhang Meiren was overly frightened and passed out. What happened later..." Chang Ning sighed softly, "Talk to my testimony again As soon as I contacted you, you hugged Zhang Meiren and wanted to hide, but bumped into me. In desperation, you had no choice but to hand Zhang Meiren over to me." Di Qing pondered for a while, and asked: "If that's the case, why am I not afraid that Zhang Meiren will tell the truth afterwards, and simply kill people to silence her?" Chang Ning said: "The empress did indeed raise this question, thinking that what Zhang Meiren said was unreasonable. But Zhang Meiren only said that all unreasonable things are possible. After hearing this sentence, Empress Cao, It’s not appropriate to ask any further.” Di Qing smiled wryly, and said after a long time: "Princess, thank you for coming to explain everything to me this time...you...please go back." He suddenly found that this matter was more difficult than he imagined. There is a possibility of beheading.Princess Chang Ning was also helpless in this matter, and he didn't want Chang Ning to get involved. "I probably won't go back today." Chang Ning said softly, but his expression was firm. Di Qing was taken aback, "Why don't you go back?" Princess Changning said: "The Holy Majesty has already decided that you are guilty, but Empress Cao only said that this case is very problematic, so as not to cause the loyal ministers to be wronged, so after hearing what Zhang Meiren and I said, I have sent someone to look for Yushi Bao Zheng before you. Come to investigate the case. Bao Zheng has gone to Da Nei to check the scene, and there will be a conclusion tomorrow morning. At this time, the Holy One is afraid that you will flee in fear, and I am here to guard you." But he thought in his heart, "Brother Huang has already launched a murderous plan. That's why I took the initiative to say that I want to keep Di Qing safe. With me here, Ge Huaimin and the others don't dare to mess around. I can't do more, and I can protect Di Qing for a while." But these words, she didn't want to hurt Di Qing speak out. Di Qing thought, "If I really run away, let alone you, even Ge Huaimin's imperial guards, how can I stop them? But I, Di Qing, have a clear conscience, so why bother to run away? Although Bao Zheng said that he was quick in doing things and his judgment was accurate, this public case It's extremely tricky, and I'm afraid there's nothing he can do about it." The two had their own concerns and sat silently facing each other.Facing the calm Di Qing, Chang Ning was surprised at his calmness, and his mood was overwhelming for a while.In the dead of night, I finally couldn't stand the drowsiness. I wanted to take a nap at my desk, but I didn't want to be sleepy, so I fell asleep quickly. When the sky was turning white, Chang Ning woke up suddenly, suddenly raised his head, and found that Di Qing who was opposite him had disappeared.Turning around hurriedly, I saw Di Qing standing in front of the window. The brilliance of the morning sun fell on the face of the vicissitudes of life, with the desolation like autumn dew. Chang Ning got up slowly, only to find that a long gown fell on the ground.It turned out that she fell asleep at her desk last night, and Di Qing was afraid that she would catch a cold, so he took off his coat and covered her. Picking up the gown, Chang Ning looked at the isolated figure, feeling suddenly filled with pride.Di Qing did not escape, and Di Qing did not betray her trust.But when everyone doubted Di Qing, she trusted Di Qing. This feeling has made her feel that everything is worth it. She knew that Di Qing liked Yang Yushang, the woman she had never met before, and the woman who sacrificed her life to save Di Qing. She envied Yang Yushang, but the moment she walked over, she had already decided in her heart that she would stand by Di Qing's side at all times.Because...they are friends! Being able to be friends with Di Qing, she already felt that she was no longer lonely in this lonely life. After Chang Ning came, Di Qing turned around slowly, faced Chang Ning and said, "Princess, thank you for protecting me all night." Chang Ning's heart trembled, not wanting that Di Qing could see through her thoughts.Di Qing said again: "I've thought it over clearly, I still have to go to defend this matter to the Holy One, I have never done it, I am not at fault." Chang Ning looked at those resolute, bright eyes with a bit of hurt, handed the gown to Di Qing's hand, and said word by word: "I believe, you, nothing, wrong!" For a moment, both of them seemed to feel that there was no need to say anything. If you want to explain it, leave it for another time. Friends have a heart-to-heart bond, so why explain anything else? After some time, the door "creaked" open, and Ge Huaimin walked in with a sword, and said in a cold voice: "Di Qing, the Holy Majesty ordered you to go to the Chongzheng Palace for trial. It's okay if you follow me obediently, if not..." Before he finished speaking, Di Qing had already stepped out of the attic. There had been guards outside the door for a long time, to prevent Di Qing from escaping, but as soon as Di Qing came out, he dodged to the side with a "wow".Although he didn't speak, there was respect in his eyes. Seeing this, Ge Huaimin was angry and annoyed, thinking that these people were lawless, if Di Qing really ran for his life last night, with these people alone, he might not be able to catch Di Qing.Ge Huaimin was born in a family of generals with a great reputation, and he has long disliked Di Qing, just because Di Qing is the most famous and most praised by the people in the capital, not him, Ge Huaimin, the chief of the Sanya! When he first heard someone invite someone to tell a story about Di Qing's deeds, he even played a secret one, saying that Di Qing bought people's hearts, so he had the opposite intention.As a result, although the matter reached the ears of the emperor, it was ignored.Ge Huaimin didn't punish Di Qing last time, and this time he will definitely not give Di Qing another chance. Following closely behind Di Qing, Ge Huaimin held the handle of the knife, thinking that as long as Di Qing had the intention of running away, he would use the knife. Di Qing walked steadily to the Chongzheng Hall, leaving Ge Huaimin no chance to draw his sword. Chongzheng Hall was formerly known as Jiangwu Hall. Although Song Taizu passed down the family law of advocating literature and suppressing martial arts, he himself was a master of martial arts.At the beginning of the founding of the People's Republic of China, he often watched martial arts performances in the Jiangwu Hall. After Emperor Taizong, this hall was renamed Chongzheng, but many times, the martial arts auditions are still here. Di Qing thought to himself, this palace has changed from emphasizing martial arts to advocating government, and the Song Dynasty did not have strong enemies, so there is really no need for warriors. While thinking about it, Di Qing had already entered the palace.Ge Huaimin was blocked outside the hall.Inside the hall were Zhao Zhen, Empress Cao, Yan Shiliang, and Zhang Meiren.There are two people standing in His Highness, one is Qiu Minghao, the head arrester of Kaifeng Mansion, and the other is Bao Zheng, Yushitai Yushi.Princess Changning also entered the palace quietly after a while, but Zhao Zhen did not stop her. Although this matter is very serious, there is no doubt that the less people know about it, the better.Zhao Zhen followed Empress Cao's suggestion and only ordered Bao Zheng and Qiu Minghao to enter the palace to investigate the case. Bao Zheng was still the same, when he saw Di Qing coming in, he didn't look at him, but his brows were slightly frowned, obviously he also thought that the case was not easy to handle. Seeing Di Qing enter, Empress Cao whispered in Zhao Zhen's ear: "Officials, if Di Qing wants to escape, with Chang Ning by his side last night, he can take Chang Ning and escape. No shame, and the second is because he still trusts you, the official." Zhao Zhen snorted coldly, noncommittal.Seeing Di Qing enter, he said: "Bao Zheng, I ordered you to thoroughly investigate this case, have you come to a conclusion?" When Di Qing entered the hall, he suddenly heard the sound of fine breathing coming from the side corridor of the main hall, and his heart trembled slightly.Knowing that Zhao Zhen is wary of him, there are forbidden soldiers ambushing this side hall, if Bao Zheng really says that Di Qing is guilty, those forbidden soldiers will rush out... Bao Zheng saluted and said: "I report to the Holy Majesty that I believe that Di Qing was not the murderer who killed Shang Zhaorong."Di Qing was startled, not understanding why Bao Zheng was so sure. Zhang Mei had an angry look on her face, she was just about to explode, when she suddenly fell on the table, her shoulders trembled, obviously she was sobbing.Seeing this, Zhao Zhen was heartbroken and annoyed, and asked, "Bao Zheng, why did you come to this conclusion?" Bao Zheng said: "Shang Zhaorong's fatal wound was a knife wound in his throat. In this way, the murderer must have a sharp knife in his hand. After entering the palace, I immediately searched for the murder knife with Qiu Butou. This matter can be solved by Qiu Butou. Tell me in detail." Qiu Minghao stepped forward and said: "Your Majesty, the murderous knife has been found." At this time, someone from His Highness presented a silver plate with a murderous knife on it. knife. Zhao Zhen glanced at it, frowned and said, "So what if you found the murder knife?" Bao Zheng said: "Civil and military officials are not allowed to carry sharp knives when they enter the palace. The minister has found out that Di Qing must go to the imperial court for a body check when he enters this time, and he can only enter the forbidden palace after removing his saber. He will take it back after he leaves the palace. Armed with a knife. Everything I said has been proved by the court inspector. In this case, there was no murder weapon on him at that time. If he killed someone, where did the murder knife come from?" Zhao Zhen hesitated, but Qiu Minghao said: "Looking at the shape of this murderous knife, it is obviously used in the palace kitchen. It is also possible that Di Qing sneaked into the kitchen and stole the kitchen knife after entering the palace." Bao Zheng said: "There is no kitchen in the Chaofeng Pavilion, so naturally there are no kitchen knives. Because the food in the harem is provided by the imperial chef. The imperial chef is quite far from the Moon Pavilion, and it takes a lot of trouble to go back and forth. According to Li Gongren, According to the three parties, the eldest princess and Zhang Meiren, it is speculated that Di Qing is going to steal the murder knife, and the time in the middle is quite urgent." Qiu Minghao said indifferently: "The time is tight, but it doesn't mean it's impossible." Bao Zheng asked back: "May I ask Qiu Tutou, in such a tight time, does Di Qing really have the ability to predict, knowing that he will meet Zhang Meiren in Chaofeng Pavilion, and knowing that he will kill Shang Zhaorong, so he deliberately took the murderous knife and went to Chaofeng Did you commit murder?" Qiu Ming was slightly stunned, and then said after a while: "People who are insane and insane always act unreasonably. It seems that Bao Yushi's deduction of Di Qing's innocence of murder is not convincing based on this reason alone." Zhao Zhen said: "Qiu Tutou is right." Bao Zheng frowned, and said again: "This inference is indeed difficult to completely prove that Di Qing did not kill anyone, but what makes me believe that Di Qing is innocent is precisely because he found the murder knife. Qiu Butou, you and I are in the northwest of Chaofeng Pavilion. The murderous knife found in the corner's hiding place, right?" Qiu Minghao nodded and said: "That's right, that place is quite dark, obviously someone with ulterior motives would throw a knife there." Bao Zheng smiled slightly, "But I can prove that this knife was definitely not thrown there by Di Qing." Qiu Minghao frowned and pondered for a while before saying, "How could Bao Yushi come to such a conclusion?" Bao Zheng said: "According to Zhang Meiren's words, Di Qing saw that molesting her would not work, and was afraid that Shang Zhaorong would reveal his evil deeds, so he became obsessed with killing her. Di Qing knocked out Zhang Meiren first, and then killed Shang Zhao Rong, after that, he should have abandoned the murderous knife in the northwest corner of Chaofeng Pavilion, and then left with Zhang Meiren in his arms. He did not want to meet Princess Changning, so Di Qing acted guilty and handed Zhang Meiren to Princess Changning. I don’t know. Do you think this reasoning is correct?" Zhao Zhen slapped the table angrily and said, "That's right." After saying that, he gave Di Qing a fierce look, his eyes showing fierceness.He could tolerate Di Qing resisting his orders, but he really couldn't tolerate Di Qing molesting his favorite woman. Bao Zheng said slowly: "Please be calm and don't be impatient, my lord. This conclusion is only deduced from Zhang Meiren's words, but I found a lot of problems. First of all, why is Di Qing not afraid that Zhang Meiren will tell his evil things, so why doesn't Zhang Meiren What about killing Mikou?" Qiu Minghao said: "This is easy to explain, but I don't think there is any need to explain it?" What he said was meaningful, and everyone understood it. Qiu Minghao said that Di Qing was interested in seeing her, and he didn't want to kill Zhang Meiren for a while. When I met Chang Ning later, it was too late to make another move. Bao Zheng nodded and said: "That's right, there is indeed a reason why Di Qing didn't do anything. But Qiu Butou overlooked one point. When Di Qing was checking whether Shang Mei was dead, the soles of his shoes were already stained with blood!" Qiu Minghao frowned and said, "This just shows that Di Qing is suspected of murder." Bao Zheng's face was serious, and he said every word: "On the contrary, it is this blood that proves that Di Qing did not kill anyone!" As soon as the conclusion came out, everyone was puzzled and couldn't understand Bao Zheng's thoughts at all.Bao Zheng said: "When Di Qing saw Princess Changning, because there was still blood on the soles of his shoes, he left tiny bloodstains on that road. Now there are still bloodstains on his shoes." Everyone looked and saw that the edge of Di Qing's shoes was indeed There are still brown bloodstains, but Bao Zheng's intention is still not understood. Bao Zheng said in a deep voice: "When he saw Princess Changning in his arms, the blood on the soles of his shoes was still wet. I checked the traces left by the blood in detail, and found that Di Qing ran into Princess Changning within a few steps. But There was no trace of blood at all around the murderous knife. How could Di Qing not leave bloodstains near the discarded knife when there was still blood on the sole of the shoe? This only shows that Di Qing had never been there at all, and the knife was not left by Di Qing. So Di Qing is not the murderer." Qiu Minghao pondered for a while, and immediately said: "Perhaps Di Qing threw the knife there far away, so there is no blood near the knife." Bao Zheng immediately said: "The location of the abandoned knife is in a dark corner in the northwest of the attic, and Di Qing met Princess Changning in the southeast. There is a building blocking the way. I have tried it at that time, and the route that Di Qing left to walk is absolutely impossible." It is impossible to throw the knife there. If the Holy Majesty does not believe it, you can try it on the spot." Zhao Zhen looked at Qiu Minghao, Qiu Minghao pondered for a long time, then slowly shook his head.Zhao Zhen said: "Qiu Butou has no objection, so I don't have to try." Bao Zheng breathed a sigh of relief, and said: "Since Di Qing had no motive for taking the knife, and no evidence of abandoning the knife, Shang Zhaorong was indeed killed by the knife wound. Therefore, I can believe that Di Qing did not kill Shang Zhaorong." The hall was silent, and Di Qing was grateful in his heart, not wanting Bao Zheng to be as careful as a hair, and his inferences were impeccable. Zhang Meiren was crying, but she sat up suddenly, choked with sobs and said, "I don't believe what you said that Di Qing couldn't throw a knife there. Although Di Qing saw Chang Ning, there was still blood on his shoes. But before that, he can take off his shoes. Is it not possible to throw a knife with your shoes?" Bao Zheng pondered for a while, and said: "The murderer that Zhang Meiren said was motivated by the color, and still has such a meticulous mind after committing the crime. Although it is hard to imagine, it is indeed a small possibility. But this matter is more simple to prove. Di Qing If he takes off his shoes and discards his knife, he will never have the opportunity to deal with the aftermath and destroy the evidence, there must be traces of mud friction and adhesion on the soles of his socks or soles, please have a test." Then he walked up to Di Qing and motioned Di Qing to take off his shoes.He did what he said, without procrastination. After Di Qing took off his shoes, everyone could clearly see that the soles of Di Qing's socks were clean, without any trace of soil contamination at all.Empress Cao breathed a sigh of relief, and said to Zhao Zhen in a low voice: "Officials, since Bao Zheng has proved Di Qing's innocence, please let Di Qing out of the palace?" Zhao Zhen was still hesitating, Zhang Meiren wept and said: "Officials, everything is what I said with my own eyes. Could it be that I wronged Di Qing? When I fainted, I saw Di Qing running towards Shang Zhaorong, even if the murderer was not Di Qing , but he always flirts with my servant." After speaking, he began to cry. Zhao Zhen was annoyed and asked, "Di Qing, I ask you, have you ever molested a beauty?" Di Qing raised her head and said: "I have not." Zhang Meiren cried: "Of course you don't admit it now." Di Qing frowned and said: "I have never done it, why should I admit it?" Zhao Zhen took the dragon case and shouted: "Enough, Bao Zheng, you decide." Bao Zheng said: "Actually, the method to determine whether Di Qing was rude to Zhang Meiren is even simpler." As soon as the words came out, everyone was surprised, waiting for Bao Zheng's conclusion, even Zhang Meiren stopped crying, surprised Looking at Bao Zheng. Bao Zheng said slowly: "What Di Qing and Zhang Meiren said are quite different, it can be seen that there must be someone who is not telling the truth. As long as you find out who told the lie, you can make a conclusion." Everyone thought, "You are not talking nonsense, the key is How to find it?" Bao Zheng stretched his hand into his bosom, and suddenly took out a small Jade Buddha.The whole body of the Jade Buddha is slightly white, crystal clear and delicate.Everyone was surprised, wondering why Bao Zheng took out this Jade Buddha? Seeing that everyone was puzzled, Bao Zheng explained: "My lord, the minister's family is not rich, and this jade Buddha can withstand half of the minister's wealth. But this Buddha is not owned by the minister, but a gift from a reclusive monk." Zhao Zhen frowned and said, "What are you doing with this Jade Buddha?" Bao Zheng said: "Because the Jade Buddha has a lot to do with solving the case. This Jade Buddha is originally called Namo Buddha. Namo is Sanskrit, and the Central Plains dialect is called respect. According to the eminent monk, this Buddha was originally passed down from the Tantric sects in Tibet and Borderlands." My hand. And the reason why this reverence Buddha is carried on my body is not because of its preciousness, but because it is supernatural." Zhao Zhen also became interested in the Buddha statue, and asked, "What is so supernatural about the Buddha statue?" Bao Zheng said solemnly: "Since this Buddha is called Namo Buddha, it means that we must respect it and not be disrespectful. If you lie to it, you only need to touch it for a moment, and there will be a faint brilliance." Zhang Meiren's complexion changed slightly, everyone looked disbelieving, Zhao Zhen said in surprise: "Is there really such a thing in the world? It's hard for me to believe it." Bao Zheng said: "There are many unbelievable things in this world, such as Tibetan Tantric Buddhism, there are many unfathomable things. I have personally verified its magic. When I went to check Renbian and Zhong Shiheng, although I said I do things in accordance with the law, but beforehand, I secretly thought of letting them touch the Buddha statue for a while, so that Ren Bian would glow when touched, and Zhong Shiheng would feel the same when touched, so as to prove their intentions. If the Holy One doesn't believe it, I can make you a Buddha statue. Proof. I also want to ask the Holy Majesty to prepare a dark room for the minister." Zhao Zhen was very interested, and immediately asked people to set Jingfu Hall, a side hall of Chongzheng Hall, as a dark room.Di Qing only heard the sound of footsteps, and after a while, the hall fell silent. Bao Zheng entered the side hall for a while, then turned to Zhao Zhen and said, "I know that the emperor's prestige cannot be offended. I wonder if the queen is interested in verifying this matter with me?" Empress Cao listened to it, her face was surprised, and she said after a while: "I don't believe it either. But since the matter is so important, and the Bao Qing family is so convinced, I might as well give it a try. I don't know how to prove it?" Bao Zheng said: "It's easy to ask for proof, please ask the queen to tell the truth." Empress Cao was stunned and said, "What do you mean by telling the truth?" Bao Zheng said: "You can say whatever you want." Empress Cao thought for a while before saying, "I made mutton soup for the Holy One yesterday." Bao Zheng immediately said: "It's ok. I have put the Namo Buddha on the table, the room is already dark, but I can still see it. I ask Empress Cao to touch the Jade Buddha for a while." Empress Cao smiled and said, "I really want to see such an interesting thing." After that, she got up and left her seat, and walked into the side hall.Bao Zheng had already reserved a place in advance, Zhao Zhen, Qiu Minghao, Bao Zheng and Chang Ning went over to watch, and saw that the side hall was already dark, and only saw the hazy figure of Empress Cao standing in front of the Buddha statue for a moment, reaching out to touch it. . The Buddha statue did not appear in brilliance.After a while, Empress Cao came out and said, "The Buddha is not lit either." Bao Zheng said: "The queen didn't tell a lie, so the Buddha statue will not light up." Zhao Zhen said interestedly: "Then if I tell a lie and touch the Buddha statue, it will definitely light up?" Bao Zheng affirmed: "Of course." Out of curiosity, Zhao Zhen immediately said, "Then I didn't drink the mutton soup made by the Queen last night." In fact, he was very grateful for Empress Cao's kindness, and he drank two full bowls of the mutton soup made by Queen Cao.Empress Cao smiled and said: "Official, you are talking big." Zhao Zhen smiled and said: "For the sake of the truth, it's okay to talk big." on the Buddha statue. After a while, there were low voices in the hall outside the hall, because everyone could clearly see the light green brilliance glowing from the Buddha statue. When Zhao Zhen came out, he thought, I never thought there would be such a miraculous thing in the world. After this matter, Bao Zheng must present this thing. After that, I don’t have to be afraid that the officials will say things differently. . Bao Zheng didn't know Zhao Zhen's thoughts, he looked at Zhang Meiren, and said word by word: "I dare to invite Zhang Meiren to enter for a try." Zhang Meiren's face was a little pale, and seeing everyone looking over, Zhao Zhen even said: "Beauty, you don't have to be afraid, as long as what you just said is the truth, the Jade Buddha will not shine!" Zhang Meiren was very hesitant, but Bao Zheng's eyes were burning, he gritted his teeth and walked in.In the darkness, everyone only saw the figure of Zhang Meiren approaching the Jade Buddha and stretching out her hand. After a while, the Jade Buddha did not light up! Empress Cao had a strange expression on her face, she glanced at Bao Zheng, Bao Zheng lowered his head, only looking at his own toes. Chang Ning's face was miserable, and he only cried in his heart, "No, absolutely not! If Beauty Zhang didn't lie, wouldn't the person who lied be Di Qing? How is this possible?" Before Beauty Zhang came out, Chang Ning said: "Master Bao, your method may not be accurate, right?" Zhao Zhen was displeased and said: "Why not? The beauty didn't lie, so the Buddha statue is naturally not lit." While talking, Zhang Meiren came out and smiled at Zhao Zhen: "It turns out that this Buddha statue is really spiritual. I know that my family is not lying." After finishing speaking, she stared at Di Qing without saying a word. 包拯望向了狄青，神色中似乎也有分无奈之意，说道：“狄将军，该你了。” 狄青心中也大是惊奇，暗想佛像若真的灵验，那张美人没有说谎，可我狄青也是没有说谎呀。那昨晚究竟是发生了什么事？ 他心中不解，但问心无愧，还是走进暗室，伸手按在佛像上，心中自语，“佛主，你若若有眼，就知道我狄青没有过错。”他手按佛像，只感觉冰凉一片，陡然身躯一震，脸色铁青。 殿外也是低呼声一片。 原来众人已清清楚楚的看到，那玉佛上，正泛着幽幽的光芒……