"Everyone in Yuanjing City knows that the Nine Gates Commander Tong Guoan loves Aunt Li like a treasure. If Prefect Lu punishes Aunt Li when Prefect Tong is away, he will offend Prefect Tong Guoan, which will not do Prefect Lu any good." Li Shiliu smiled slightly and said meaningfully.

"Please tell me clearly, Princess." Prefect Lu frowned, thinking about Li Shiliu's words. He knew that the princess was of noble status, but he didn't expect her to remind him so directly.

Hearing that Li Shiliu had a hidden meaning in her words, Lu Fuyin immediately clasped his hands together and bowed politely. As a princess appointed by the emperor, it was just a greeting from a fourth-rank official, and Li Shiliu accepted it calmly.

Standing by the window, Li Shiliu looked towards the direction of the palace with deep meaning, and said: "Although Lord Tong is the governor of the Nine Gates, the Dachong Dynasty is not named Tong after all.

Prefect Lu must know who he is working for." Li Shiliu's voice was calm and firm, with an unquestionable majesty.

Prefect Lu couldn't help but be shocked. In an instant, he understood a lot of things. He suddenly realized and sincerely thanked Li Shiliu.

"Thank you for your advice, Princess."

He understood what Li Shiliu meant and also knew how he should handle the matter.

"Prefect Lu is a smart man. I believe he knows why I asked you here, right?" Shen Jinli asked Prefect Lu.

"Don't worry, Princess. I will investigate Mrs. Du's case thoroughly and give you an explanation!" Prefect Lu replied quickly.

"It's good that Prefect Lu understands. As for how to handle the case, I won't say more."

Li Shiliu nodded and continued, "There is one more thing. A few days ago, a large number of escaped slaves appeared in the mansion of Duke Yue. The matter was handed over to the people of the Dali Temple for investigation.

Two days ago, the Dali Temple Minister Meng Qisui personally led people to arrest the brother of the glorious Concubine Li. "

"Oh? Is there such a thing?" asked Prefect Lu in surprise.

"That's right. The maid I sent to Prefect Lu today is also Madam Li's person. If Prefect Lu has any difficulties in handling the case, he might as well take the initiative to find Lord Meng Qisui. I believe you will get something." Li Shiliu said with a smile.

"Yes, thank you for your guidance, Princess. I understand now." Prefect Lu said gratefully.

"That's good. I hope Governor Lu can solve the case as soon as possible." Shen Jinli said.

"Yes, Madam Du's autopsy has been completed and the body can be returned to Duke Yue's Mansion tomorrow." Prefect Lu said respectfully.

"Well, after I personally return Mrs. Du's body tomorrow, I will go to visit Lord Meng." Li Shiliu nodded.

"Okay. I wish Governor Lu a bright future." Shen Jinli said with a smile.

"Thank you for your kind words, Princess. I will never forget your support for me." Prefect Lu said gratefully.

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Early in the morning of the next day, Prefect Lu personally led people to bring back Du Sanniang's body, which had been dressed up and looked no different than when she was alive.

After a few brief greetings, Li Shiliu ordered people to put Du Sanniang's body into the coffin that had been prepared long ago and placed it in the middle of the hall of Yueguogong Mansion.

Prefect Lu, who was anxious to see Lord Meng Qisui, did not stay for long and left in a hurry.

Not long after Prefect Lu left, a white banner was hung at Duke Yue's mansion, and rhythmic crying sounds began to be heard from the mansion.

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