After Rebirth, She Becomes the Revenge Queen
Chapter 81 - 080: I Just Wish for Peace in the Liang Family (Second Update, Seeking Votes)

Chapter 81: Chapter 080: I Just Wish for Peace in the Liang Family (Second Update, Seeking Votes)

Liang Chen was stunned.

He glanced at Fu Zhen, who was watching them from a distance, and still found it hard to believe: "You’re saying that she, thin as a stick, came climbing our family’s wall in the middle of the night?"

Pei Zhan stretched his body and said leisurely, "Not only that! This young lady, as thin as a stick, also knows martial arts, and her moves are quite experienced. Now, aren’t you even more surprised?"

Liang Chen didn’t know what to say.

Pei Zhan had always been a reliable person; he’s definitely not one to talk nonsense.

Indeed, that Miss Fu is bold and free-spirited, but no matter how you look at her, she doesn’t seem like someone who knows martial arts. Who thin as she would practice martial arts? And what delicate young lady like her would learn martial arts?

But as an official’s daughter, what could she possibly be plotting against the Liang Family?

Fu Zhen was looking at the two of them murmuring to each other, guessing that Pei Zhan was gossiping about her.

She crossed her arms and waited for a while. Seeing them approaching, she grinned and greeted, "Have the two generals finished talking?"

Liang Chen, looking at her smiling face, couldn’t believe she would climb over his family’s wall in the middle of the night...

He cleared his throat: "Miss Fu, I just heard from General Pei about some undisclosed past between your mother and my aunt. Let’s get down to business. I wanted to ask, do you know if the dagger your mother saw back then is this one I have now?"

As he spoke, he opened the fan box containing the dagger.

Fu Zhen glanced at it: "That’s the one. I clearly remember the pattern on the handle." She reached out and said, "This was a message left by Miss Liang to my mother, specifically instructing not to reveal it. Back then, the reason Miss Liang didn’t leave it with the Liang Family was because it was considered a cursed object. Now that it’s been exposed, I ask the Great General to return it to me to avoid unsettling Miss Liang in the afterlife."

Pei Zhan said lightly, "This belongs to Miss Liang; naturally, it should be returned to the Liang Family. What would you do with it?"

Fu Zhen crossed her arms: "It is indeed Miss Liang’s item, but she entrusted it to my mother. I haven’t even spoken to you yet, General Pei! A marshal of immense stature like you resorting to such despicable behavior to take it from me—do you plan to continue wrangling with me till now?

"If you don’t respect her last wish, mind that Miss Liang might come climbing your window in the middle of the night!"

Pei Zhan glanced at her: "Don’t worry about that, she’s not like you!"

He simply didn’t want to bicker with her.

This matter is not without doubts. This box, having been submerged in water for six years, yet with no river sand seeping in—doesn’t it sound odd?

However, the fan box and the letter were indeed from Liang Ning, and that evidence is compelling enough to make the remaining doubts insignificant.

"Old Five, be polite to Miss Fu," Liang Chen said, then gently to Fu Zhen, "Miss Fu, thank you for keeping this secret for the Liang Family. It’s deplorable that it’s been six years, and I’m only learning of it today."

Fu Zhen smiled warmly: "The Great General fought at the border; it’s understandable. Moreover, this case has no direct relation to the Liang Family; it just so happened that your aunt passed by and became a witness. My mother knew there might be this evidence but couldn’t rashly reveal it to distract you!

"Now that you’ve returned, as fate would have it, it’s fine for you to know."

"Mrs. Fu truly has good intentions," Liang Chen mused and then said, "On that note, I wonder what views Miss Fu and your esteemed mother have on this case?"

Fu Zhen feigned surprise: "Why does the Great General concern himself with this case?"

"This case involves two lives and happened near the Liang Mansion. As the Liang Family Head, it’s my duty to address this matter!"

"The Great General is formidable!" Fu Zhen praised, then said, "I think it’s quite clear; the murderer is not simple, nor are the victims. Perhaps the Great General should avoid getting too involved, lest he bring trouble upon himself."

Liang Chen glanced at Pei Zhan and said, "The more troublesome it is, the more it needs to be clarified. Even if the deceased were ordinary citizens, they should not die silently in the streets without a trace. General Pei and I, along with numerous soldiers, shed blood on the battlefield not to protect citizens only to let them fall victim to villains as they please."

Fu Zhen showed a pleased expression at his words: "The Great General truly deserves to be a righteous man."

Liang Chen smiled: "It seems your mother is the only witness to this case. I wonder if Miss Fu would be willing to persuade her to cooperate with the investigation on my behalf?"

Fu Zhen curved her lips: "Since the Great General asks, how can this little woman not cooperate?"

"Good!" Liang Chen nodded. "Then I’ll keep the dagger." He then looked over meaningfully: "I wonder if Miss Fu has any interest in participating in this case?"

Fu Zhen paused, then gave a deep bow: "The Great General jests. I’m just a woman from the inner quarters; how could I be qualified to participate in a case handled by the Great and General Pei? Naturally, it should be left to both of you generals."

Pei Zhan must have already mentioned her climbing over the Liang Family walls earlier; if she agrees to participate in the investigation now, it would only add to her suspicion.

Besides, regularly interacting with the two prominent nobles in the court would undoubtedly draw other people’s attention. She doesn’t want to die before she even begins—before brandishing a dagger, Xu Yin might get wind of her.

The brat is digging a pit for her.

Liang Chen smiled: "Since that’s the case, I’ll arrange for someone to escort the young lady back to the manor. It’s getting late; your family must be worried." After saying this, he added, "Earlier, Miss Fu mentioned the confidentiality of this matter. Please continue to keep it secret with your mother until the time is right.

"If there is a need for your mother to appear or participate afterward, I hope for your understanding. Of course, we will also absolutely avoid involving either of you in trouble."

Fu Zhen waved her hand: "Rest assured about that. To be honest, my mother has been uneasy about this matter for years. Now, to resolve her concerns, we must solve this case. We have no choice but to cooperate. But please also be vigilant, especially regarding those around you. Some people appear dignified on the surface, but who knows what sinister intentions they might harbor."

After saying this, she smiled again at the stunned Liang Chen: "I know the general is experienced and knowledgeable; I shouldn’t be saying this. However, due to my grandfather’s business dealings outside, he has encountered all sorts of people, so I spoke out of turn. If I have offended, please forgive me."

After that, she bowed and boarded the carriage Zhang Cheng had driven over.

Liang Chen stood there watching her leave, remaining silent for some time.

Turning back to Pei Zhan, who had just been criticizing Fu Zhen for being too scheming, he found him now deeply gazing at the departing carriage...

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