"Why is the Crown Prince so sure?" Bao Dahai asked, looking at Murong Fei in confusion.
Murong Fei laughed heartily, "An hour ago, Brother Zhang Hao, This Crown Prince, and Miss Qiu Yu were drinking together at the Huangjiang Restaurant. This Crown Prince can testify. If Brother Zhang Hao could still split himself to kill someone at that time, then he wouldn't be who he is."
"Thus, I, the Minister of Justice, can conclude that Young Master Zhang Hao is not the murderer."
"Minister of Justice, how can you make such a judgment? He was clearly at the scene!" Li Yuanting said, somewhat unwilling.
"I'm afraid I wasn't the only one at the scene, was I?"
Zhang Hao could no longer hold back, pointing at Li Yuanting and sneering, "Li Family Head, if I was the only person at the scene, then how did you know that Young Master Tie died here? At that time, your people hadn't even entered the ruined temple yet, but they were already shouting to catch the murderer. Could it be that you have foresight and knew Young Master Tie was already dead?"
"You... you're talking nonsense?" Li Yuanting was left speechless by Zhang Hao's retort.
Zhang Hao smiled faintly, "Whether This Young Master is talking nonsense, the people at the scene will know if you ask them. The Minister of Justice can send anyone to ask the onlookers at the scene whether This Young Master is talking nonsense or not."
Instantly, the suspicious gazes of the Minister of Justice and Iron Zhongguo fell upon Li Yuanting and Wang Zhanfeng. Indeed, what Zhang Hao said was reasonable and well-founded. Iron Zhongguo, as the Great General Who Guards the North, was certainly not a fool. The Minister of Justice was even more god-like in solving cases and was naturally very sensitive.
Zhang Hao said listlessly, "I don't know if the people framing me are fools or not, but if you want to frame me for murder, at least find a reliable way. What does murder entail? Nothing more than motive, time, location, physical evidence, and witnesses."
"I don't know Young Master Tie's Family at all, so there's no motive for murder. Although This Young Master has killed people before, there's no need to travel a long distance just to kill someone. Is This Young Master crazy, or sleepwalking? Second, This Young Master had no time to commit the crime. If you're going to frame someone, you need to find a reliable time. This Young Master was drinking with the Crown Prince. Could This Young Master kill someone remotely while drunk? Third, where is the murder weapon? Young Master Tie clearly died from a blunt instrument, which looks like a sword. But anyone who knows This Young Master knows that This Young Master is good at using fists, not swords. Sigh, if you're going to frame someone, at least be professional. The question is, has the murder weapon been found?"
Li Yuanting finally couldn't help but look at Zhang Hao and angrily said, "Who are you saying is framing you?"
Zhang Hao looked at Li Yuanting with some surprise and asked, "Li Family Head, why are you so eager to admit it? Are you feeling guilty?"
Li Yuanting instantly felt like spitting blood. This guy's tongue was as sharp as a lotus flower; if he wasn't careful, he would be led in circles by him.
Zhang Hao smiled slightly. At this moment, he knew that although his suspicion had not been completely cleared, he could feel that Old General Tie's suspicion towards him had lessened by more than half. When he was on Earth, Zhang Hao liked to watch "Today's Sayings" on time every day. Naturally, he could speak logically and with evidence, clearing most of his suspicion. If it had been his previous self, he would probably have been framed so badly that there would be nothing left of him.
"Lord Bao, you are god-like in solving cases. The revenge for my grandson is entirely up to you. No matter who the other party is, if needed, This General will fully support you in apprehending the murderer. Even if it costs This General's old life, I will not hesitate." Iron Zhongguo said indignantly and forcefully.
Everyone present felt a shock in their hearts because they all heard the implied meaning in Iron Zhongguo's words.
"General Tie, don't worry, This Crown Prince will ensure justice for you."
As the cornerstone of the Watt Country, Murong Fei naturally offered more comfort.
After Iron Zhongguo left with Tie Donghua's body, Murong Fei looked at Zhang Hao and sighed, "Brother Zhang Hao, did they do it?"
"It's almost certain. But to frame me, they actually killed General Tie's only son. They are simply too deranged!" Zhang Hao's heart blazed with anger.
Murong Fei patted Zhang Hao's shoulder and said, "Before I leave, I will talk to Father Emperor about it. We can't indulge them anymore. However... sigh, you know some things."
Murong Fei and Yun Qiuyu left. Zhang Hao naturally knew what Murong Fei meant by his last words. He knew that even though Murong Fei was currently the ruler of the Watt Country, some things were beyond his control. The Wang and Li families were two of the three great families in the Watt Country. If the two families united, even the Emperor would be deeply wary. It was unlikely he could truly suppress them. At most, it would just be a verbal warning.
All things considered, his direct strength was still too weak. If he had the ability to take revenge himself, would he need to place his hopes on the Emperor?
Inside a certain mansion in Ninghai City.
Li Yuanting smashed the table in front of him with a palm strike.
"Damn it, I didn't expect that after all our efforts, we still failed at the last moment."
"Sigh, the most important thing is that guy Iron Zhongguo might already suspect us." Wang Zhanfeng's expression was somewhat gloomy.
"Hmph, so what if he suspects us? Although Iron Zhongguo is the General Who Guards the North, would he dare to defy the world's disapproval and lead a large army to suppress us? I doubt he has the guts."
Li Yuanting frowned slightly and said, "What I want to know most right now is what the Crown Prince meant today and why he stood on the Zhang Family's side. Was it the Crown Prince's own intention, or did the Emperor want to use the Crown Prince to warn us?"
Wang Zhanfeng coldly snorted, "I think the Emperor should also know about this matter. We should rein ourselves in recently. We are too high-profile, which will challenge the Emperor's bottom line."
Li Yuanting said somewhat unwillingly, "But that kid has a grudge against me for killing my son. If I don't get revenge, I will definitely not be reconciled."
Wang Zhanfeng laughed heartily, "Brother Li, sometimes when seeking revenge, you don't necessarily have to do it yourself. You can use a different method."
Li Yuanting looked at Wang Zhanfeng in confusion and asked, "Brother Wang, do you have any ideas?"
Wang Zhanfeng said faintly, "Brother Li, have you heard of Sky Punishment?"
"Sky Punishment?"
Li Yuanting was slightly moved and said, "I've heard of it. It's said to be the number one assassin organization in the Northern Region. Once this assassin organization accepts a job, they won't stop until the target is dead. They are extremely terrifying. It's just that the reward they demand is quite high!"
"You can't catch a wolf without sacrificing a child," Wang Zhanfeng said.
"Alright, Brother Yuanting, you have connections, help me contact Sky Punishment!" Li Yuanting was finally eager for revenge and made up his mind.
After returning from the ruined temple, Zhang Hao thought of Jin Bao, whose whereabouts were still unknown. Feeling a little worried, he hurried to the Jin Family's mansion. As soon as he stepped through the Jin Family's gate, he heard Uncle Jin's voice.
"You brat, I told you long ago not to cause trouble casually. Look, you offended someone today, admit it? You were thrown into a stinking ditch, losing all your old man's face."
"Dad, it seems like you don't have much face for me to lose, do you?"
"Damn it, you're looking down on your old man, aren't you? Your old man will beat you to death, you unfilial son."
When Zhang Hao heard this, he was instantly delighted because he recognized the voice as Jin Bao's. Knowing that the kid was fine, he felt relieved. He didn't go in anymore. What he wanted to know most now was how Zhang Jianfeng's injury was doing. Had his injury recovered after taking the Bone-Breaking Life-Saving Pill?
As soon as he returned home, Zhang Hao heard Zhang Xiaomin's excited voice coming from inside the house.
"Brother, can you really move?"