Chapter 474: A Royal Decree 19

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Linquan Village.

When Madam Liang noticed her mother-in-law was not at lunch, she quietly asked Qi Yuanxiu, Wheres Mother? How come shes not here?

Staring at the heavy rain outside while eating polenta, Qi Yuanxiu answered, She said that she was going to her uncles house this morning and would only be back in a few days.

Madam Liang glanced discreetly at the Old Lady at home. She muttered to herself, now that mother-in-law was not here, she would have to deal with the Old Lady by herself She was afraid she would not be able to handle it. She utterly hated staying with the Old Lady!

The granddaughter at home was also eating her meal silently, not daring to speak to the Old Lady

Madam Wu woke up groggily. She felt dizzy and disoriented, and she did not know where she was. It seemed to be a ruined temple?

Why was she in a ruined temple?

She remembered that she had left the village early that morning.

She had heard from someone a few days ago that her uncle was dying, so she had set out to visit himlikely for the last time.

However, halfway through her journey everything had gone dark. When she opened her eyes again, she was where she was now.

Just as Madam Wu was about to scream for help, a man wearing a black eyepatch walked up to her from the side, causing Madam Wu to be momentarily stunned before asking in a screech, Who are you?

She had never seen anyone wearing an eyepatch before.

Before the man could answer her, Madam Wu asked, Why am I here?! as she realized she was tied to the pillar of the ruined temple.

Li Ruoxuan crossed his arms and calmly glanced at the rain outside the ruined temple. He said, It doesnt matter who I am. What matters is that youre about to die.

Madam Wu struggled hard, trying to loosen the ropes that bound her bodybut she could not break free despite her efforts. Madam Wu was irate. She scolded, What nonsense are you talking about! Whos about to die? Youre the one about whos to die!! Hurry up and untie me, or my Yaoyao will make you pay for this.

Li Ruoxuan looked back and swept a glance across the struggling Madam Wu. He smiled and said, Qi Qingyao?

Madam Wu was so surprised, she did not dare answerthis man might have been wearing an eyepatch and only had one good eye, but he seemed like an enigma.

Li Ruoxuan shrugged and said, Look at you, acting so proud

He paused. Why dont you tell me what the h.e.l.l is with her parentage?

Madam Wu did not pause before shouting a response, What parentage? What nonsense are you talking about? Let me go!!

Li Ruoxuan was too lazy to beat around the bush with this woman. He said straightforwardly, You didnt forget how Qi Qingzhu and her family died, did you?

Madam Wus pupils shrank, and her face immediately turned pale. YouYouYouAre you one who killed Qingzhus family?

You remembered quickly. Li Ruoxuan was very satisfied with Madam Wus performance. Qi Qingyao has received an imperial decree from the imperial palace. Shes about to enter the palace to meet the Empress. She will not be back for at least a few months.

Yaoyao received an imperial decree from the Empress? Who knows why Her Majesty summoned her? Madam Wu in an even tone while agitated, YouYouYou, how do you know?

The young man in front of her answered calmly, Because Im the State Preceptor.

State Preceptor?

If Madam Wu was bound to the pillar, she might have been so frightened she would have knelt.

Madam Wu had also heard of many rumors from Qingzhou City lately, and they had all been about Qi Qingyao.

It was said that the State Preceptor and the Head Grand Secretariat were both in Qingzhou City and had had run-ins with her.

Madam Wu tried her best to suppress her fear and asked, What do you want?

I want you to be honest. Li Ruoxuans voice was as light as a feather. Otherwise, you will end up like Qi Qingzhus family.

Madam Wus face changed drastically.

Li Ruoxuan smiled innocently. So, have you decided to tell me the truth?