Chapter 25: Who Is the Murderer?

Zhou Tian, you're quite imposing, huh? What about Yu Xiaofeng?

Yang Jun let out a cold snort, and at the same time, he grabbed Deng Jian's hand and dragged him to the side.

After all, in the original story, Deng Jian was killed by Zhou Tian taking advantage of the situation back then; we barely managed to keep him alive, so we certainly wouldn't go and reenact that plot today.

What, you still want to silence him by killing?

Well done, Yang Jun, you really can do it—look at what you've done, hurry up and surrender!

Zhou Tian coldly snorted, his eyes filled with contempt.

What's the rush, Commander Zhou? Even if you want to pin a crime on me, you should at least let someone step forward to confront me, right? Officer Zhao, what do you say?

Yang Jun kept a calm face, spoke, and at the same time turned his gaze toward Zhao Wei on the side.

Zhao Wei didn't refuse either; he just waved his hand.

As Zhao Wei waved his hand, the city guards and constables parted to the left and right, clearing a path, and Yu Xiaofeng slowly walked out.

At this moment, Yu Xiaofeng's face was grim, her eyes swollen like walnuts, her steps heavy; as she walked forward, she kept weeping.

Yang Jun sized up Yu Xiaofeng; of course she was still the same person, something that couldn't be faked.

Only, compared to her former charm, today Yu Xiaofeng bore a touch of sorrow.

Your Highness the Heir, my entire family was slaughtered by Sang Jie Guiyi; I beg Your Highness the Heir to hand over the murderer!

Yu Xiaofeng stepped forward, choking out her words, and with a thud she knelt down.

Yang Jun, what do you have to say now?

Phoenix Battalion, follow me—let's take over the entire Pingxi Prince's Mansion!

Zhou Tian immediately waved his long sword and gave a loud order.

Get lost!

Yang Jun naturally wouldn't tolerate their nonsense; he lifted his foot and with a bang kicked a eager constable flying.

How strange—Sang Jie Guiyi is tightly bound and locked up in the prison by me; could she possibly have a doppelgänger technique? Or could she have escaped to kill?

Yang Jun coldly snorted; Zhao Wei glared and threatened again.

The Heir's excuses are useless; the victim is right here—could she possibly be lying?

If the Heir resists arrest, then Commander Zhou, this matter will be handed over to you!

Zhao Wei spoke, while Zhou Tian smirked triumphantly.

But just as the Phoenix Battalion City Guard was about to act, the Pingxi Prince's Mansion's mansion soldiers surged forward, shielding Yang Jun behind them; facing the swords of the Phoenix Battalion City Guard, they showed not the slightest fear.

At this moment, the battle was on the verge of breaking out.

Yang Jun raised his right fist, signaling his people to hold back for now.

I've said it before—she's inside the mansion; she never had a chance to leave.

How about this: if you don't believe me, please come with me to take a look?

Yang Jun said this while making an inviting gesture.

No, be careful there could be treachery!

Zhou Tian hurried to stop them, blocking Zhao Wei and Yu Xiaofeng.

With this official here, I don't believe anyone would dare play tricks in front of me.

Zhao Wei let out a cold snort, appearing utterly fearless.

Since the Heir dares to let us in, we might as well go in and have a look before deciding; I believe the Grand Master is a reasonable person, and in such matters he should have a say!

Zhao Wei said this, leading Yu Xiaofeng ahead.

Zhou Tian frowned, seeing that he couldn't stop them, he simply followed behind Zhao Wei and Yu Xiaofeng.

Yang Jun wore an indifferent expression and followed along as well.

The Pingxi Prince's Mansion's mansion soldiers raised their heavy crossbows, aiming at the outer Phoenix Battalion City Guard and those constables, not allowing them to step forward.

Soon, everyone arrived at the place where the prison held Sang Jie Guiyi.

Deng Jian stepped forward and opened the prison door.

Sang Jie Guiyi was, of course, still in the cell; Yang Jun waved his hand, and immediately the Pingxi Prince's Mansion's mansion soldiers stepped forward to fully open the door.

Everything inside the cell was now laid before everyone's eyes.

Sang Jie Guiyi was bound with thick ropes and iron chains; at this moment her hair was disheveled, her face wan, and she curled up in a corner.

She was also attached to a long chain, but it only allowed her to move within the cell; escaping was impossible.

Zhao Wei furrowed his brow; Sang Jie Guiyi was indeed here—so what's going on with this matter?

Return my family's lives!

Just then, Yu Xiaofeng let out a shrill cry, drew the waist knife of a nearby mansion soldier, and lunged straight at Sang Jie Guiyi.

【What the heck? This woman can't die!】

Yang Jun saw this, turned pale with shock, and hurriedly lunged forward as well.

In one motion he snatched the waist knife from Yu Xiaofeng's hand, threw it away, and at the same time tightly embraced her.

Let go of me, let go! I want to avenge my relatives, I want to kill them!

Yu Xiaofeng wept bitterly, overcome with grief.

She struggled desperately, but Yang Jun held her fast in his arms, unwilling to let go.

【Sister, Grandma, before things are cleared up, how can you act on impulse?】

【If you kill her, then I'll truly be the scapegoat!】

Yang Jun let out a long sigh, and could only exert force with both arms, thus holding Yu Xiaofeng tightly in his embrace, not daring to loosen his grip.

Sang Jie Guiyi was also startled; if Yang Jun had been a step slower earlier, she would have become a soul under the blade.

Now hearing Yang Jun's inner voice, she couldn't help but feel warmed—at least Yang Jun was still on her side in these matters.

To Sang Jie Guiyi, Yang Jun is now her only lifeline; no matter what, she must tightly hold onto his thigh.

Your Highness, Heir Apparent, although Sang Gui Jieyi is in your residence, who can guarantee she didn't leave last night?

Zhao Wei, the Prefect of Jingzhao, who appeared to handle affairs impartially, immediately raised a question.

Zhou Tian, at this moment, unexpectedly remained silent, content to stay there as a bystander.

Yang Jun, however, understood that all of this was related to that bastard Zhou Tian.

All these things were Zhou Tian's doing.

Please, Sir Zhao, investigate with keen insight; the person is here, a single glance will reveal everything.

As this official, I have come here naturally to get to the bottom of the matter.

Yang Jun simply and candidly invited Zhao Wei to come and inspect personally; in the span of a sentence, Zhao Wei walked over to Sang Jie Guiyi's side.

After a careful examination, he squatted down for a detailed inspection.

Including Sang Jie Guiyi's hands, as well as the rope and iron chains, everything was examined thoroughly.

This matter, this official will report to His Majesty; after His Majesty is informed, we will then make a decision!

Finally, Zhao Wei stood up, speaking as he did, and then took a earnest look at Yang Jun.