Your Majesty, please stop messing around.

After his psychological defense was breached, Chen Junru confessed everything very straightforwardly.

After all, becoming a eunuch is extremely lethal to any man.

What's more, for a playboy like Chen Junru?

It would be more painful to make him unable to be a man than to kill him.

After realizing that he was abolished, Chen Junru almost collapsed and despaired.

At this time, Lin Jiangnian suddenly brought him hope of recovery... This undoubtedly pulled him out of despair again.

Even if this hope is slim, even if it may even be a lie to him, but... this still makes Chen Junru desperate to try to catch it.

For this, he is willing to compromise everything!

After all, he doesn't want to be a eunuch!

It's better to die!

Chen Junru confessed very straightforwardly. It was indeed him who sent someone to kill Sun Yuan.

Of course, Chen Junru didn't want to kill him at first. After hearing that Sun Yuan was going to the Linwang Mansion to complain, Chen Junru, who was worried that the matter would get out of hand, was furious and sent someone to shut him up.

Chen Junru initially planned to break Sun Yuan's legs so that he could not leave the house, and then sent someone to threaten him to shut him up completely.

However, his men had an accident when executing the order, and they were too heavy-handed. In the end, Sun Yuan did not survive and died.

After learning that Sun Yuan was killed, Chen Junru panicked!

He did not want to kill anyone, but no matter what, Sun Yuan died at the hands of the people he sent. If they really wanted to investigate, he would definitely be involved.

Chen Junru wanted to use some silver to shut up the family, but he did not expect that the matter would soon be reported to the government. After learning the whole story, Yu Feng, the prefect of Linjiang City, could not sit still and quickly informed Chen Hongsheng of the matter.

Chen Hongsheng was furious when he learned that his son had killed someone, and he called Chen Junru to teach him a lesson.

But no matter how angry he was, the matter had to be resolved.

Therefore, under the instructions of Chen Hongsheng, the case was quickly suppressed. Yu Feng, the prefect of Linjiang City, had a good relationship with the Chen family and had frequent private contacts.

Therefore, under the joint efforts of the Chen family and the government, the case was hastily closed.

Originally, it was thought that the matter would end here.

Until the day when Lin Jiangnian returned to Linjiang City, Sun Yuan's old mother suddenly stopped in front of the carriage of the Prince of Lin, crying and seeking justice.

What everyone did not expect was that the former most dandy prince in Linjiang City actually took over the case in public.

It was not until Chen Junru explained everything that Lin Jiangnian realized why the prefect Yu had been trying to stop him from handling the matter when he came back that day.

The prefect Yu had known the truth for a long time and had colluded with the Chen family.

If I remember correctly, although the prefect Yu was not promoted by the Prince of Lin, he was also supported by the Prince of Lin to get to where he is today.

Unexpectedly, he had colluded with the Chen family in private.

It seems that there are probably many officials in Linjiang City who have inextricable ties with the Chen family.

...

Outside the dungeon.

"Your Highness, did he confess everything?"

Lin Qingqing did not follow the prince to the dungeon before. When the prince came out, she learned that the prince had already pried the truth out of Chen Junru's mouth.

This shocked her.

"Your Highness, how did you do it?!"

Lin Qingqing was very surprised.

You know, she took Chen Junru back to the Linwang Mansion a few days ago, and tried every means to make Chen Junru speak.

As a result, the prince only went there once this time, and it didn't take long... Chen Junru confessed?

"This is called psychological warfare."

Lin Jiangnian explained: "This prince has grasped his weakness and prescribed the right medicine."

"Weakness?"

Lin Qingqing asked curiously: "What is his weakness?"

"Didn't you cripple him last night?"

Lin Qingqing was stunned for a moment, then reacted.

Was she crippled last night?

That's not...

Lin Qingqing seemed to have grasped something, but she didn't quite grasp it: "Your Highness... Use this to threaten him?"

Lin Jiangnian narrowed his eyes: "No, I gave him hope."

"Hope?"

Lin Qingqing also understood it in an instant.

"Your Highness, you are..."

Giving Chen Junru hope?

What else can you give hope?

Isn't it just...

"Your Highness, did you promise to... cure him?!"

Lin Jiangnian nodded.

"I see."

Lin Qingqing understood.

No wonder Chen Junru explained it so straightforwardly, it turned out to be like this...

Understand.

Completely understand.

"But..."

Soon, Lin Qingqing was confused again: "Your Highness, can you really cure him?"

Lin Qingqing was very surprised.

She clearly remembered that she had been very ruthless last night and had completely disabled Chen Junru...There was no chance of recovery.

Besides, she had never heard of any medical skills that could regenerate roots in the world.

Your Highness, can you do it?

"No."

Lin Jiangnian shook his head.

Lin Qingqing hesitated: "Then your highness, you..."

"You lied to him."

Lin Jiangnian shrugged and sighed: "I just wanted to fool him, but I didn't expect him to really believe it..."

Cure Chen Junru?

Not to mention that Lin Jiangnian doesn't have the ability, even if he did, he wouldn't be able to cure him.

Chen Junru is completely useless, there is no chance of recovery, even in Ruyi Tower, there is no magic medicine that can make him grow again.

If it were a normal person with reason, he would not easily believe Lin Jiangnian's words. But it was obvious that Chen Junru was not a smart person, and he was in a panic because he had become a eunuch, so he was easily fooled by Lin Jiangnian.

Lin Qingqing: "..."

She could see that her highness had played Chen Junru in the palm of his hand.

"Then your highness, do you want to hand over these evidences to the government?"

Lin Qingqing asked again.

At present, your highness already has enough evidence in his hands. Chen Junru not only confessed his crimes, but also the hiding places of several of his lackeys who participated in the case. In addition, with Xu Xianglian as a witness, Chen Junru will not be able to escape this time.

As long as these news are released, it will definitely clear the doubts and speculations of your highness these days and enhance your highness's prestige in Linjiang City.

At the same time, it can also greatly hit the arrogance of the Chen family and other families in Linjiang City.

"No hurry."

Lin Jiangnian shook his head and asked, "What's going on with the Chen family?"

"Nothing for now."

Lin Qingqing shook her head: "Chen Hongsheng has not appeared since he returned to the palace last night, but this morning, several people from other families came to the palace and wanted to see your Highness..."

This morning, people from other families came to see their own Highness, but Lin Qingqing still refused to see them because the Highness was ill.

"Don't stop them next time, let them come."

Lin Jiangnian shook his head and spoke.

At this critical moment, these people from these families have their own ulterior motives, either coming for the Lin Palace or for the Chen family.

No matter what their purpose is, Lin Jiangnian should meet them.

As for the Chen family...

Chen Hongsheng must have another trick up his sleeve, Lin Jiangnian is not in a hurry, he should be the one to be anxious next.

Lin Jiangnian only needs to wait a little longer, this old fox will definitely not be able to sit still.

...

Lin Jiangnian's guess is not wrong.

After Lin Qingqing released the news, people from other families came to visit one after another. Those who came were either the dignitaries in Linjiang City or the heads of various families.

As the prince of Lin Wang, Lin Jiangnian received them warmly.

This was the first time he met people from various families after returning to Linjiang City.

As expected, the purpose of these people from the families' visits was not much different from what Lin Jiangnian guessed.

Most of them came to inquire about the health of Prince Lin and find out the details of the Lin Wang Mansion these days. Lin Jiangnian did not respond directly, but only responded to everyone in a vague way.

At the same time, these families who came to the door also inadvertently mentioned the Chen family, hoping that the two families could let go of their grievances and not make it too ugly... In their words, they all hoped that Lin Jiangnian could let go of his prejudices, reconcile with the Chen family, and stop holding on.

Most of these people were signaled by the Chen family behind the scenes.

Coming to the Lin Wang Mansion is to ask for love, but also a kind of forcing the palace.

Lin Jiangnian still did not express his opinion, but secretly noted the identities of these people.

On the other hand, Lin Jiangnian also found that when these people from the aristocratic families looked at him, they looked at him with some scrutiny and speculation.

This made Lin Jiangnian realize... maybe not just the Chen family, many people in Linjiang City may have known that he was a fake.

This visit was also to test Lin Jiangnian's thoughts.

However, Lin Jiangnian was not afraid, and faced the temptations of various families with neither servility nor overbearing. On the other hand, he also let out his attitude through these aristocratic families... This time, he came for Chen Junru.

No one can persuade him about this matter!

After the news came out, some families were happy and some were sad, and the situation and contradictions in Linjiang City became more and more complicated.

...

Inner courtyard.

In the evening, the sunset glow on the horizon enveloped the courtyard, and the flowers, trees, pavilions and eaves in the courtyard were painted with a layer of golden luster.

The courtyard was quiet.

Jinxiu and An Ning were nowhere to be found.

The Prince Lin's Mansion is very large, built by the mountains and rivers, and its area is no less than that of the imperial palace in Beijing. The entire mansion is well-arranged, and except for a few closed places, most of the other places are open and free.

When Jinxiu and An Ning were in the palace, they could move freely, but there were not many places they could reach. After arriving at the Prince Lin's Mansion, it was indeed like coming to another paradise for them.

The two sisters had a great time strolling around the mansion.

Lin Jiangnian appeared outside the eldest princess's room.

Knock on the door.

"Come in."

In the room, Li Piaomiao's cold voice came, with an indescribable sense of emptiness.

Lin Jiangnian pushed the door and walked in.

A chill came to his face, and the air around him seemed to have become cold, instantly dispelling the heat pouring in from outside the door.

Cool!

Lin Jiangnian raised his eyes and saw the eldest princess in a snow-white dress sitting cross-legged in front of him, with an invisible momentum all around her body.

This momentum made her skirt flutter slightly, and even her black hair was scattered and flying, her temperament was cold and ethereal.

It was hard to describe!

Seeing Lin Jiangnian appear outside the door, Li Piaomiao flashed a strange color and returned to calm.

The momentum lingering around her slowly dissipated.

She slowly got up, sat down at the dressing table, and glanced at herself in the bronze mirror.

Her eyes were neither cold nor indifferent.

"Is there something?"

"Yes."

Lin Jiangnian walked closer slowly.

The closer he got, the more obvious the chill in the air became.

Abnormal chill.

Lin Jiangnian stopped behind Li Piaomiao, and looked at the beautiful and cold face reflected in the bronze mirror in front of her.

He stared at her quietly for a while.

In the bronze mirror, Li Piaomiao looked at Lin Jiangnian for a moment, and then quickly looked away.

He stopped looking at him.

His expression was calm, and he was combing his hair.

Lin Jiangnian took two steps closer and came behind Li Piaomiao.

As he got closer, he could see the beautiful face in front of him more clearly, as well as the colder chill, and then...

Lin Jiangnian slightly retracted his sight in the bronze mirror, lowered his eyes, and fell on the cold woman in front of him.

Very beautiful!

Even if it was just a back view, a side face accidentally revealed from a few strands of black hair, there would be a sense of surprise at a glance.

"Did you go to see me last night?"

Lin Jiangnian looked at her quietly and asked suddenly.

Li Piaomiao, who was combing her hair slowly and gently, paused.

"Yeah."

She didn't deny it.

It was useless to deny it. Lin Jiangnian had already got the answer from Jinxiu. She did go to see him last night.

Besides, Li Piaomiao didn't intend to deny it.

She didn't bother to hide it.

"Why didn't I see you last night?"

Lin Jiangnian continued to ask.

Li Piaomiao was silent, not saying a word, and didn't seem to intend to answer this question.

"Are you hiding from me?"

Lin Jiangnian suddenly asked again.

While speaking, he moved closer again, wanting to see the delicate and beautiful face in front of him more clearly.

He wanted to see the emotional changes on her face.

"No."

Li Piaomiao's answer was still indifferent. She raised her eyes slightly and glanced at the bronze mirror. There, Lin Jiangnian's gradually approaching face was also reflected.

The posture of the two at this moment was slightly ambiguous.

"You are hiding from me!"

Lin Jiangnian slightly tilted his head, staring at Li Piaomiao's fair and delicate face with delicate skin, and said very seriously.

Li Piaomiao was silent.

After a moment, she suddenly turned her head and looked at Lin Jiangnian. The moment their eyes met, Li Piaomiao's expression was calm.

"Why should I hide from you?"

Her answer was neither cold nor indifferent, and she looked at Lin Jiangnian. At this moment, Li Piaomiao's momentum suddenly changed.

Lin Jiangnian suddenly felt a pressure.

When Li Piaomiao, who could look at him so calmly, appeared in front of him, Lin Jiangnian realized... he might be about to lose the initiative.

This princess suddenly seemed to be a different person.

Once this woman regained control of the situation, it would be difficult to go further.

So, Lin Jiangnian looked at her quietly.

Looking at the face in front of him, which was so close and seemed a little stubborn.

"I thought you would be afraid."

Lin Jiangnian smiled.

Then, he moved closer.

The distance between the two was shortened!

Li Piaomiao still stared at him, motionless.

I don't know what he was thinking.

Just as Lin Jiangnian tried to get closer, a white little hand suddenly blocked the two of them, blocking Lin Jiangnian's attack.

A cool touch came from his mouth.

Li Piaomiao calmly blocked Lin Jiangnian's "attack", looked at him with cold eyes, and said expressionlessly: "You think I'm afraid..."

"Is that so?"

"..."(End of this chapter)