Who put the yellow robe on me?

Emperor Liang sat upright in the court, his voice low and majestic: "What is it? I grant your request!"

The commander of the Imperial Guards, Lin Shigong, stood in the court, leaning forward slightly. His voice was steady but a little nervous. "Your Majesty, Liu San has been apprehended, but he's being stubborn and refusing to confess."

Emperor Liang frowned slightly, and his eyes swept towards Lin Shigong as sharp as a knife: "Just talking tough? Well, then I'll see how long he can be tough!" His tone revealed a cold determination.

Then, Emperor Liang turned to look at Lord Bai Bing who was standing beside him: "Lord Bai, my dear."

Bai Binggong suddenly stepped out of the group, bowed, and clasped the jade tablet on the court with both hands. His voice was low and firm: "I am here."

Emperor Liang didn't hesitate at all and immediately gave the order: "Interrogate this Liu San immediately. We must find out who is the mastermind behind this!"

"Yes! I obey your command!" Bai Binggong waved his hand and quickly left. Looking back at Lin Shigong, a subtle chill flashed in his eyes as he secretly calculated the progress of this interrogation. Since Liu San was so stubborn, it would depend on how he could withstand the torture in the Ministry of Justice's prison.

Lin Shigong stood there, feeling a complex mix of emotions. An inexplicable pressure enveloped him. He took a deep breath, then lowered his head, his gaze unconsciously flicking to Jiang Chen beside him. Jiang Chen remained calm, as if he had anticipated everything, but a subtle alertness shone in his eyes.

Emperor Liang noticed Lin Shigong's gaze, narrowed his eyes, and asked in a calm voice, "Commander Lin, you captured Liu San so quickly, you should take the credit."

Lin Shigong's body shook slightly. He moved his lips subconsciously, wanting to say something, but suddenly stopped.

His heart moved, and his eyes swept over Jiang Chen again. Jiang Chen's eyes were still calm, as deep and unfathomable as the water in the pond. Lin Shigong's heart was tangled, but in the end, he still didn't say anything.

Prime Minister He noticed this detail, and his suspicions grew even stronger. He frowned slightly, looked at Lin Shigong, and asked in a gentle but inquiring tone, "Commander Lin, what's wrong? Is there something wrong?"

Lin Shigong's expression grew somewhat heavy. He hesitated for a moment, his eyes filled with complexities, and finally spoke, "Your Majesty, I did not personally find Liu San."

As soon as the words fell, the entire court fell silent. All the ministers turned their eyes to Lin Shigong, their faces filled with shock and confusion.

Emperor Liang raised his eyebrows, as if he had not expected this answer. A hint of displeasure flashed in his eyes, but he immediately regained his composure. There was a hint of danger in his low voice: "What? You said you didn't find Liu San yourself?"

Lin Shigong took a deep breath and decided to be honest. "Your Majesty, when I went out to look for Liu San just now, it was..." He paused, his eyes unconsciously casting a glance at Jiang Chen. The look in his eyes at that moment was complex and indescribable. Jiang Chen still had that calm expression, but Lin Shigong could sense that Jiang Chen seemed to have seen through everything.

He paused briefly and spoke slowly, "It was His Highness the Sixteenth Prince's guard, Zhou Liangwei, who informed me after I left the palace that Liu San had been found."

As soon as these words were spoken, a deeper silence fell. Prime Minister He and Emperor Liang frowned slightly, obviously not expecting this news.

The ministers' eyes shifted back and forth between Lin Shigong and Jiang Chen, not knowing how to interpret this sudden change.

Lin Shigong continued, "Because the Zhou guards were short-handed, I mobilized three teams of imperial guards to surround Liu San's hiding place and successfully captured him."

At this moment, a low murmur of discussion echoed once again in the courtroom, and everyone began to discuss. Jiang Chen's gaze swept over everyone calmly, but a new thought quietly emerged in his mind. He knew that this was not just an ordinary arrest. Behind Liu San, there must be a deeper secret, and this secret probably involves far more than just the current power struggle.

Emperor Liang's expression gradually darkened, his voice as cold as ice. "Lin Shigong, it seems you truly are a pillar of our dynasty, but don't be fooled by these superficial matters. If Zhou Liangwei is involved, then a thorough investigation is warranted."

Lin Shigong lowered his head, feeling the pressure from Emperor Liang's words, and a wave of unease washed over him. However, he made no rebuttal, simply standing there silently, awaiting the next move.

Prime Minister He stood up and bowed deeply to Emperor Liang, his eyes sharp. "Your Majesty, in this case, I believe this matter must be thoroughly investigated. There must be a greater conspiracy behind Liu San."

"Yes." Emperor Liang replied solemnly, then waved his hand. "Go ahead and continue the investigation. Leave Liu San's interrogation to Lord Bai Binggong. Make sure to get to the bottom of this!"

Bai Binggong turned and left, his voice low and powerful: "Yes, I obey your order!"

Bai Binggong led Liu San into the Ministry of Justice's prison. The air seemed frozen. The prison was dark and damp, a musty smell hanging heavy in the air. The clanking of chains and the groans of the prisoners blended together, making the air feel particularly heavy. Liu San was escorted into a dark interrogation room. His clothes were disheveled, and his face was pale, evidently the result of a long pursuit and torture. His steps were unsteady, and each step made a dull echo on the cold ground.

Bai Binggong sat in the main seat, a cold glint in his eyes. His fingers tapped the tabletop, a rhythmic sound, as if he were pondering his next interrogation plan. Liu San was roughly pushed in front of him, and a chill suddenly struck him, causing him to shudder involuntarily. Although he had been captured, his gaze remained stern, his mouth tightly shut, clearly revealing an unyielding stubbornness within him.

Bai Binggong smiled faintly, but there was no warmth in that smile, only cold calculation. He said slowly, "Liu San, you are a smart man. I don't believe you don't know what to do."

Liu San didn't respond, his eyes as still as death. His mouth remained tightly shut, as if no force could force him to speak.

A flicker of impatience flashed in Bai Binggong's eyes. He leaned slightly closer to Liu San and whispered, "Do you understand your current situation? If you don't reveal who's behind this, then endless suffering awaits you." He paused, his voice deepening. "Have you ever heard of 'severe punishment'?"

Liu San's body trembled slightly, but he remained silent. Bai Binggong's eyes were as sharp as a knife. He suddenly waved his hand and ordered, "Come here!"