The first county magistrate in history

Chapter 175 You Must Die

Qin Zheng's words made Cao Caidie's pretty face change color.

She looked at Qin Zheng in astonishment.

She didn't say anything, so how did Qin Zheng know?

Qin Zheng understood from her expression.

I was also shocked. Cao Qingzhi is not dead yet?

Isn’t it said that he died of illness a long time ago?

If the person is not dead, this matter cannot be delayed.

If the rescue had been too late, Cao Qingzhi might have really died.

But Cao Qingzhi must be in Beichen Prison, and it would be very difficult to rescue him.

Qin Zheng asked seriously, "Who else knows?"

Cao Caidie didn't say anything, obviously not trusting Qin Zheng.

Qin Zheng was helpless and could only say, "You know who is involved in this case, right? That's why you insist on seeing the Empress. Because no one else dares to investigate this case. But you're not sure if the Empress can act in an upright manner, right?"

Cao Caidie still didn't say anything.

Qin Zheng said, "Will Daqian save your father? Will the Empress save your father? If they could, your father wouldn't have been wronged until now. And your husband wouldn't have died!"

Although the empress is Qin Zheng's woman, he can protect his woman but will not cover up for her.

Facts are facts!

Although he and the empress were not together every day, they were in contact for a period of time.

Qin Zheng knew a little about the empress's temperament.

In this woman's heart, the great country of Qianshan is more important than anything else.

Otherwise, I would never have forgiven him, even if it was not his fault!

The reason why Xia Mochu, the queen, accepted him was entirely because of his ability!

However, as a man, Qin Zheng knew that there was no true love, but he had no choice but to take responsibility.

Unless one day, the empress no longer needs him.

What he said to Xia Bitu, "When the work is done, I will leave, hiding my achievements and fame!", was truly what he really meant.

One day, he will leave.

Based on his experience in two lifetimes, this is his inevitable fate to serve the king.

But, he would never go against his conscience for the sake of his own life or his woman!

This time, he wanted to help Cao Qingzhi and his daughter. However, helping did not mean going against the Empress.

Not only must we help, but we must also ensure that the reputation of Daqian, the royal family, and the empress is not damaged.

When mentioning her dead husband, Cao Caidie's body trembled and she began to cry again.

Qin Zheng looked at her, but did not try to comfort her. Instead, he said seriously:

"Miss Cao, you may not trust me, but I have to remind you that the only one who can save your father now is Beichen, not Daqian!"

Cao Caidie was startled, then raised her head and looked at Qin Zheng with tears in her eyes: "Beichen would save my father, how is that possible?"

How could Cao Caidie believe it? If Beichen could let her father go, why would it come to this?

Qin Zheng said, "Miss Cao, you know better than anyone that no matter whether your father was wrongly accused or not, no one in Daqian dares to overturn his conviction. This is because it concerns the dignity of the late emperor and the prestige of Daqian. And this is exactly what Beichen hopes to see."

Cao Caidie's heart moved: "What does the master mean?"

Qin Zheng asked, "Have you met Xiang Rong before?"

Cao Caidie nodded, there was no need to deny this.

Qin Zheng asked again: "Has he been exposed in Beichen?"

Cao Caidie said, "He escaped back from Beichen."

"Is this exposure?" This is the same as Qin Zheng's judgment.

Qin Zheng frowned slightly. "He showed up in North City because he was hiding there. There are many poor people there, so it's really convenient for hiding. Originally, that night, he wanted to go to Central City to find me?"

Cao Caidie nodded and tears fell again.

Qin Zheng asked, "Have I given you the evidence?"

Cao Caidie shook her head.

Xiang Rong's evidence was indeed not given to her, so she was even less safe there.

Qin Zheng's eyes were deep as he analyzed, "I haven't given you the evidence yet, but I will definitely tell you where it is. However, unless you think it's time to take it out, you will never hand it over to anyone, even if you die. So, don't worry, I won't force you to hand over the evidence.

He had my address on him, and judging by the handwriting, it must have been given by you. This means that he had just returned to the capital and didn't know me yet. It was you who suggested that he go find me.

Originally, you still had some trust in me. Or rather, you had no other choice but to trust me because you were desperate. But your husband died the night he came looking for me, and you no longer trusted me. But you were able to use me to confront the Emperor directly..."

Cao Caidie looked at Qin Zheng in astonishment. He actually analyzed everything correctly?

This, what a powerful analytical ability!

It’s like seeing it with your own eyes and experiencing it in person.

Isn't this too scary?

"Master Qin, your analysis is correct." Cao Caidie suddenly asked with gritted teeth, "Master, do you know who killed my husband?"

Qin Zheng said with certainty: "Beichen killed him. But Beichen didn't know who he was and thought he was just a Daqian spy. Because he was very powerful, Beichen thought he had obtained some important secrets of Beichen, so he must kill him at the end of the world!"

Cao Caidie frowned slightly and looked at Qin Zheng: "Why wasn't it Daqian who killed him?"

She suspected that Qin Zheng was defending Daqian.

Qin Zheng said, "If Daqian knew Xiang Rong's identity and your purpose, do you think you would still be alive? Since ancient times, the dignity of the royal family has been above all else!"

Cao Caidie smiled miserably. "So, my meeting with the Empress not only failed to clear my name, but also exposed myself? So, you brought me back home because you were afraid they'd kill me? You wanted to protect me?"

Qin Zheng didn't deny it: "There's not much I can do!"

Cao Caidie laughed bitterly: "It was my fault. I shouldn't have alarmed the royal family."

Qin Zheng understood very well: "When you knew Xiang Rong was dead, the first person you suspected was me, not anyone else, because he went to see me. That's why you wanted to see the empress. There's nothing wrong with that; any normal person would do the same."

Cao Caidie burst into tears: "I was wrong. I shouldn't have doubted you, sir. My lord, is it more difficult now that we have alarmed the royal family?"

Qin Zheng didn't want to lie to her: "That's true. In this case, even if I can protect you, I will be very passive. As long as I move, they will destroy me. After all, I will alert the enemy!"

Cao Caidie sobbed and blamed herself: "It's all my fault. Not only could I not clear my father's name, but I also killed my husband and harmed you..."

Qin Zheng's eyes became deeper again: "It's not that there is no solution at all!"

Cao Caidie immediately stopped crying, looked at Qin Zheng with tears in her eyes and hope.

Qin Zheng said, "Time has passed, and your father's influence has become negligible. At least, everyone thinks so. On the contrary, if the truth is revealed now, it will be a fatal blow to Daqian. Not only will it damage the reputation of the late emperor and the royal family, but it will also cause unrest in Daqian."

This is very beneficial to Beichen. Not only will they not kill your father, but they will actually lend you a helping hand and add fuel to the fire."

Cao Caidie's eyes lit up: "My Lord, what you mean is, let Beichen know that I am filing a complaint with the emperor. In order to discredit the prestige of the Great Qian Kingdom, Beichen will not only not kill my father, but will let him go."

Qin Zheng nodded: "It's possible to release him, but I will never kill him!"

Cao Caidie shook her head, her expression gloomy. "Your Excellency's plan is a good one, but you don't know my father. If that were the case, my father would have died for his country for the sake of Daqian's reputation. Without evidence, Beichen would not be able to defame Daqian's prestige."

Qin Zheng sighed, actually he had already thought of it.

How could someone who is qualified to be the great general of Daqian be someone who lives in mediocrity?

"So, this is something you, as your daughter, should consider," Qin Zheng said.

As for understanding, Cao Caidie definitely understands Cao Qingzhi better than he does, and has ways to persuade him.

Cao Caidie smiled bitterly: "Do you think I can convince my father? My father is very opinionated!"

"That's going to be difficult!" Qin Zheng paced around the room, his brain working fast.

Cao Caidie stared at Qin Zheng, and at this moment, she began to believe Qin Zheng a little.

Otherwise, who would dare to give her this advice?

This is a suggestion that undermines the prestige of the Daqian nation!

This suggestion is of no benefit to Qin Zheng and is extremely risky, which may backfire!

She was looking forward to it, hoping that this honest official who was said to be pretending to be crazy could rescue her father and clear his name.

Qin Zheng suddenly stopped, looked at Cao Caidie seriously, and asked, "You want to clear his name? I can't do it now. After all, my ability is limited."

Cao Caidie was very disappointed and was about to cry again.

Qin Zheng said, "But, I can rescue him first. As long as he leaves Beichen, Beichen will not be able to use him. His life will be saved. Just give me time, and I will clear his name!"

Cao Caidie was surprised: "Sir, what do you need me to do?"

Qin Zheng said sternly: "You must die!"

Cao Caidie's expression changed drastically...