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Chapter 286 Shen Yanxi Finds Pei Zhaozhi

Shen Yanxi held Jiang Suining's hand and did not let her go until they left the Third Prince's Mansion.

He looked at Jiang Suining face to face with a complicated expression.

Before coming here today, he had imagined many reasons why the Third Prince would plot against Sui Ning, but he never thought that he would hear such an answer in the end.

"Sui Ning, I..."

"Do you believe what the third prince just said?" Jiang Suining interrupted Shen Yanxi and asked.

Shen Yanxi thought for a moment and said, "Looking at the Third Prince's expression just now, it certainly doesn't seem like he was lying."

Jiang Suining nodded in his heart. Indeed, there was nothing wrong with Xiao Ling's expression and tone just now. If he was really lying, then one had to say that his acting skills were too superb.

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"But I still find it strange. Is it really just because of this reason?"

Jiang Suining frowned and thought.

Even if Xiao Ling valued Shen Yanxi, his concern was too much. Even if they were brothers, there was no reason for him to interfere to this extent. Or was this just an excuse, and there were other reasons behind it...

Shen Yanxi did not continue what Jiang Suining said, but looked at her apologetically, "Suining, I'm sorry, it's because of me that you were plotted against."

Jiang Suining shook his head. "The Third Prince's idea is ridiculous even if I hear him say it myself. You can't be blamed anyway."

It can't be said that because Shen Yanxi is valued by the third prince, he is wrong.

"Don't worry, I will pay close attention to the Third Prince's Mansion from now on. I promise you that I will never let anyone disrupt the affairs of the west city again."

Shen Yanxi's tone was extremely serious. Jiang Suining had originally planned to discuss the matter with him, but seeing Shen Yanxi's expression, he did not continue talking.

The two of them quickly left the gate of the Third Prince's Mansion.

After sending Jiang Suining back to the Jiang family, Shen Yanxi did not go in. Instead, he remembered that he had other things to deal with, so he left in a carriage.

However, he neither returned to the Shen family nor went to the Hanlin Academy. Instead, he took a detour and went to the back door of the residence of Pei Zhaozhi, the Shaoqing of the Dali Temple.

Pei Zhaozhi was at home on vacation today. When he saw Shen Yanxi, he was obviously stunned for a moment.

After welcoming the guests into the courtyard, Pei Zhaozhi personally poured a cup of tea for Shen Yanxi.

"I don't have many servants in this mansion. If I have been disrespectful, I hope Lord Shen will forgive me."

"Master Pei, you are too polite. Please forgive me for coming to your house without permission."

"Of course not." Pei Zhaozhi shook his head and looked at Shen Yanxi. After a moment of silence, he asked directly, "I don't have any dealings with Lord Shen. Lord Shen suddenly came to visit today. I guess there must be something going on, right?"

"I came here regarding the previous incident involving the bandits in the imperial suburbs. I wonder if Lord Pei has found out anything?" Shen Yanxi asked directly.

Pei Zhaozhi frowned, but did not speak immediately. He poured himself a cup of tea. When he held the cup in his hand, he spoke slowly.

"The Dali Temple has already reached a conclusion on this matter, and it has been a long time. I wonder why Lord Shen is bringing it up again now?"

"The conclusion of the Dali Temple is not Lord Pei's conclusion. Although Lord Pei has not paid attention to this matter since he was injured, I know that Lord Pei has not given up the investigation privately."

He had asked someone to find out before, and he knew that Pei Zhaozhi was a person who would not give up until he got to the bottom of the matter. In addition, his injury was already full of doubts, so it was even more impossible for the other party to let the matter go under such circumstances.

At most, it is just an open investigation that has turned into a secret investigation in private.

Pei Zhaozhi frowned, but he didn't deny it, but he didn't admit it either. He just looked at Shen Yanxi in confusion, "Why did Lord Shen come here today?"

Shen Yanxi picked up the teacup beside him and drank the tea slowly. I want to know what Lord Pei has found out. Next, I will investigate with you. "

Pei Zhao was stunned, "Why?"

Shen Yanxi has nothing to do with the Ministry of Justice or the Dali Temple, and investigating the case is not within his scope of responsibility. Moreover, he is now a rising star in the court with a bright future, so there is no need for him to get involved in this matter.

"Because I'm worried that the person behind the scenes will do something else."

When he had seen ferocious beasts in the Third Prince's mansion before and learned that the Third Prince was fond of taming animals, he had doubts in his heart.

But at that time, that point alone was not enough to make a judgment, and the appearance of the beast was somewhat coincidental.

Besides, he didn't want to meddle in other people's business. If he really caused trouble, it might put Sui Ning in danger, so he didn't continue investigating.

But this time, the Third Prince's plan to plot against Sui Ning made him suspicious again, and he couldn't help but think of the previous incident with the bandits.

He did not see any flaws in the third prince's answer, but in the current situation, he would not be able to feel at ease if some things were not clarified.

Pei Zhaozhi's heart skipped a beat when he heard what Shen Yanxi said. "What does Lord Shen know?"

"What I know, Lord Pei should have almost finished his investigation. But Lord Pei is in the Dali Temple, and his previous actions to investigate this matter have attracted a lot of attention. It may not be easy to investigate secretly. As long as Lord Pei is willing, you and I can cooperate."

Pei Zhaozhi looked at Shen Yanxi seriously.

He didn't know why the other party suddenly wanted to cooperate with him, but what Shen Yanxi said was right. Although he had given up investigating the matter openly, he was still quite restricted when acting in private.

Sometimes he could even feel that someone in the Dali Temple was watching his actions.

If Shen Yanxi is willing to cooperate with him in the investigation, he can indeed rely on him when it is inconvenient for him to take action.

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"Sir Shen, although I haven't found out the truth yet, based on what has happened before, the identity of the person behind the scenes must be extraordinary. Sir Shen, are you really sure that you want to get involved in this mess?"

Shen Yanxi's eyes were firm, "Since I came here today, I have naturally thought about it. Sir Pei can rest assured about this."

Pei Zhaozhi and Shen Yanxi had not had much contact before, but at this moment, he couldn't help but believe Shen Yanxi.

After a moment's silence, Pei Zhaozhi nodded and spoke.

"Okay, in that case, I hope that Lord Shen and I can work together to find out the truth and give justice to the deceased!"

On the other side, the Jiang family.

After Jiang Suining came back, he first went to see Jiang Zhitong, discussed with him what to do next, and then returned to his own courtyard.

Sitting at the table, Jiang Suining recalled the whole thing again.

Not long after, Xier's voice interrupted her thoughts.

"Miss."

Jiang Suining came back to his senses, looked at Xier who walked quickly into the yard and asked, "What's the matter?"

"Miss, Mei Qiniang is here."