The Command to Pamper the Husband - Chapter 81

As they were talking, a servant came in to report, “Your Highness, news from the capital magistrate says someone has beaten the drum to file a complaint against Duke. The trial will start in half an hour.”

This servant was the only one in Shen Yue’s courtyard, besides Lu Zhan, whom Shen Yue trusted. Five years ago, Shen Yue picked him up from the border of Gannan. His job was to keep watch and relay messages. Whenever someone was coming to Shen Yue’s courtyard, he would immediately panic and run ahead, both delivering the message and leading the way. Without his guidance, those coming to the courtyard would get lost in the maze-like grounds, exposing Shen Yue’s secrets.

After delivering the message, the servant turned and left. Wan Xi immediately sighed dramatically, “I’m starving!”

Song Jin patted Wan Xi’s shoulder sympathetically and said to Lu Zhan, “Go to the largest restaurant in the capital and pack every dish for Wan Xi.”

Wan Xi’s sad eyes instantly lit up.

Lu Zhan’s mouth twitched with difficulty, “We don’t have that much money.”

Wan Xi and Song Jin were both taken aback. “So poor?”

Lu Zhan nodded shamefully.

Song Jin frowned. “If we’re so poor, why keep so many women around! Doesn’t it cost money to keep women?”

Lu Zhan explained, “They were all placed here by the other princes. They don’t receive monthly stipends or money for cosmetics. The servants in their courtyards are paid from their own pockets.”

Song Jin sighed. “Really disrupted things!” Taking a deep breath, she said, “Send a shadow guard with us when we go out. Once we’re outside, I’ll find some silver, then have him go to the restaurant and pack the food for Wan Xi.”

Wan Xi looked gratefully at her master. Lu Zhan was puzzled, “Find some silver?”

Song Jin rolled her eyes at Lu Zhan, “I can’t control weapons with my spiritual power, but I can find some gold and silver to spend. We can’t starve to death!”

With that, Song Jin walked out. Yuan Bao wagged its tail and followed Song Jin, looking quite pleased with itself. Wan Xi obediently went to hide in the secret room, waiting for the delicious food.

Lu Zhan suddenly realized. He had almost forgotten that Miss Song had the ability to detect precious metals. Finding some silver was as easy as catching an ant for her. Feeling excited, Lu Zhan whispered, “So, what’s the plan?” with a look ready to do great things.

Yuan Bao rolled its eyes. Humans who’ve never seen the world! Lu Zhan… Why does he always understand the dog’s expressions! He doesn’t want to understand! Ignoring the interaction between Yuan Bao and Lu Zhan, Song Jin said, “This capital is full of wealthy people; losing a bit of silver won’t be noticed. Of course, we’ll go to Duke’s Estate.”

After all, they owned a gold mine! Moreover, the trial was about to begin. Her father hadn’t arrived, Uncle Han Bao wasn’t there, and Shen Yue was still unconscious. Three grown men, and none could be used! As a weak woman, she had to find a way to support herself! Qian Lai could identify Duke, but if he didn’t have substantial evidence, mere words wouldn’t be enough. If Duke denied the accusations, what could they do! She needed to find evidence.

If someone else were the heroine, they might think of a better way, but she had always been a straightforward person… Taking a deep breath, Song Jin walked resolutely.

Duke’s Estate wasn’t far from Shen Yue’s mansion. The two of them and the dog arrived quickly. Lu Zhan looked around suspiciously, “Miss Song, it’s broad daylight, and Duke’s Estate is heavily guarded. We can’t climb over the wall.”

Song Jin… “Who said we need to climb the wall!” Even at night, without heavy guards, could she climb over the wall? Really ignorant!

Lu Zhan was surprised, “Not climb the wall?” He looked at the high walls of Duke’s Estate. “Are we going to dig a tunnel?”

Song Jin… Have you watched too many tunnel war movies?! “We’re going in directly.”

Lu Zhan was even more surprised. “Go in directly? This morning you refused Duke’s invitation because of the case, to avoid suspicion, didn’t you?” He invited you, you didn’t go. Now you show up on your own, what kind of logic is this?

Lu Zhan scratched his head, not understanding. “News of Yuan Bao injuring Duke has spread all over the city. As a cowardly prince, I naturally should come to apologize.” Song Jin said casually and walked forward.

Lu Zhan immediately followed, “Since we’re apologizing, we should prepare a gift.”

“Don’t worry, I have it. Knock on the door.” Song Jin replied.

Lu Zhan… She had it? How come he didn’t know. Looking suspiciously at Song Jin, he turned to knock on the door.

A servant quickly delivered the message that the Fourth Prince had come to see Duke. Shortly after, Song Jin and Lu Zhan, along with the Heavenly Hound, were invited into the residence. The servants in Duke’s Estate were extremely curious about the dog that injured Duke. The Heavenly Hound walked proudly. Yes, it’s me. Be respectful to my master from now on!

Duke, with a pale face, sat on the bed, leaning against a slightly worn pine pillow, feeling uneasy. Just a moment ago, Consort Li had sent news from the palace. Zhao Jide had entered the palace, but the Emperor had ordered to keep it a secret. The Emperor’s intention… He was already suspicious of him.

Now the Fourth Prince had come. What did this mean? Duke took a deep breath, rubbed his forehead, and his eyes filled with killing intent. Whether it was because of the case or because his third daughter was determined to marry Shen Yue, he had enough reasons to kill this useless prince.

Moreover, at this moment, killing him in his residence was more appropriate. He and Shen Yue were key figures in the case. If Shen Yue died in his residence now, it would seem like he was the prime suspect, but anyone thinking would realize he was being framed. The person framing him wanted to pin the gold mine on him. Rubbing his fingers, Duke thought this might be the best way to solve all problems. Shifting the blame.

As he was considering this, footsteps approached from outside. Collecting his thoughts, Duke sipped his tea calmly.

Song Jin was led in by the steward of Duke’s Estate. Duke looked up, holding his teacup, “This humble servant greets Your Highness. However, my leg…”

Song Jin immediately smiled, “Your Grace, you honor me too much. I came specifically to apologize for your leg.” She turned and scolded the Heavenly Hound, “Look what you did to His Grace’s leg! You’re supposed to be a divine beast, but you still look down on people!”

Duke… Huh? Is this an apology?

Duke looked at Song Jin in bewilderment, his face darkening. Song Jin didn’t seem to notice anything wrong, turning to Duke with a grin, “Your Grace, you are magnanimous. Please don’t hold a grudge against the Heavenly Hound.”

Duke…

“If you really can’t let go of your anger, I’ll tell my father to punish the Heavenly Hound for you.”

Duke… Is this Fourth Prince insane! Does he even know what he’s saying! As Duke stared at the Fourth Prince in disbelief, an astonishing scene unfolded before his eyes.