After the rebirth of the wronged soft girl, the devil's crematorium

As night fell, the alleyway was stained with blood. Government officials and soldiers stood guard around the area. Su Yanshu approached and looked at the lifeless horse on the ground, the blood-stained branches, and the large pool of blood on the ground. His brow furrowed, and his stomach twisted.

He still didn't believe it was Su Siniang's blood, but he had seen her body. The sister who loved to make trouble and tease her father was indeed gone.

Realizing this, Zheng Weilan reacted and anger surged in his heart.

It is impossible for a horse to suddenly go crazy, but the coroner said that he did not find any drugs that the horse had taken, but he did not rule out the possibility that someone had tattooed something on it.

Amidst his sorrow and hatred, he suddenly felt guilty. If he hadn't abandoned the person in the temple, such a tragic situation wouldn't have happened. Was he really wrong?

"Su Langjian." The man from Jingzhao Prefecture came forward and bowed. "At present, it is inferred that Madam Su was indeed thrown from the horse. However, we still need to verify the exact reason why the horse went mad. Please give us some time."

Su Yanshu suppressed his grief-stricken look, cupped his hands and said, "Thank you very much."

After he turned around and left, his attendant took out a bag of silver and gave it to the officer. The officer took it because he couldn't refuse.

Inside the Su residence, Jiang Yun was startled upon seeing her mother's body, then burst into tears. Everyone was at a loss, and despite their best efforts, they had already alerted Grand Tutor Su.

Grand Tutor Su sat quietly in the side hall, seemingly calm and composed, as if he wouldn't change his expression even if Mount Tai collapsed before him. However, Su Wan, standing outside the door, knew that Grand Tutor Su was already panicking. No matter how many vicissitudes of life one has experienced, the most tragic thing is to see one's children die before their parents.

Su Wan pressed her fingers against the door, feeling somewhat reluctant. However, with things having come to this point, Su Si Niang couldn't return. The only plan now was to make the most of this unexpected opportunity.

Su Wan first comforted Master Su, then pretended to comfort the hoarse Jiang Yun, and then hurried back to the yard.

"Spread the word that the Jiang family murdered the fourth daughter of the Su family. Also, have Xie Yin's people keep a close eye on the Jiang family's movements."

"Yes."

Liu Shang had no doubts about Su Wan's arrangement, so she took advantage of the chaos in the mansion to find someone trained in the mansion to pass on the message.

If this was truly the work of the Jiang family, no matter how they tried to hide it, there would be a flaw, and at worst, they would have someone to take the blame. If it wasn't the Jiang family, how would they prove their innocence? Su Wan was eagerly anticipating this.

Soon, the Su family hung up the white banner. Seeing the sudden funeral of the Su family, people coming and going couldn't help but sigh: He was still fine a few days ago, how could he suddenly die?

Such an accident would naturally cause some rumors in the capital, and these rumors were quietly fermenting.

"Hey, I heard that Su Si Niang had an accident on her way back from the Jiang family."

"You must be joking. Even if Su Si Niang divorced her late husband, she still has the Jiang family's daughter. They must still have some affection for each other, right?"

"What do you know? The Su family and the Yu family have long been at odds with each other."

"But I heard that this is closely related to the Zheng family? I heard that someone found a male corpse next to the Zheng family."

"Oh, when did that happen?"

"Hey, how can this happen under the emperor's feet?"

It's said that rumors stop at the wise. If rumors are limited to a few people, they are just a few rumors, but if they spread widely, it will be more than that.

At this time, the Zheng family seemed to be oblivious to worldly affairs since they were taught a lesson by the emperor.

Ever since Zheng Weilan and Zheng Yanchen were demoted, the father and son stayed quietly at home after leaving their posts and rarely interacted with people from the outside world. Therefore, they knew little about the rumors and only knew that the fourth wife of the Su family had died suddenly.

Liu Yurong's belly was getting bigger and bigger, but since the story between the two of them was spread, even the servants below were talking about it. Liu Yurong was afraid of getting upset because of her pregnancy, so she asked Zheng Yanchen to teach them a lesson. At first, Zheng Yanchen was still concerned about her body, but later he let it go. Now, it seems that there is no normal person in this family. The eldest wife Wen's health is getting worse and worse, and her spirit is sometimes dull and sometimes irritable. Zheng Weilan and Zheng Yanchen were worn out, and after returning home, they stood in the yard and sighed. And Zheng Yanjin, since Qin's death, he has become decadent, hanging around in brothels and never returning home.

Liu Yurong rubbed her belly, sighing as she watched the once-prosperous Zheng family's current state. At the same time, she resented Su Wan immensely. If that bitch hadn't spread the news throughout the capital, she would have long since become the mistress of the Duke's Mansion. How could she have fallen to such a state? However, her second brother had promised to avenge her.

"Young Madam, the Second Young Master is back." said the maid.

"You're back, so come back. I guess you're drinking alone in the study." Liu Yurong said nonchalantly.

At this time, Zheng Yanchen was called into the study by his father.

"Father, are you looking for me?"

Zheng Weilan looked at his now-less-proud son, feeling angry. He felt so useless after such a setback at such a young age. It was a shame that the Zheng family had so few capable people of this generation, and Zheng Yanchen was considered a standout.

"I see you've been so depressed these past few days, I really can't stand it any longer."

Zheng Yanchen looked ashamed, "My son is useless."

"But this family can only rely on you." Zheng Weilan said in a deep voice.

Zheng Yanchen raised his eyes and met his father's cloudy gaze.

"Now is a good opportunity for us to lie low. As long as we have the bargaining chips in our hands, neither the emperor nor the Yu family will dare to do anything."

"My son is dull, so I need your guidance."

Zheng Weilan paced back and forth and asked, "You and Su Wan have had no contact since your divorce?"

Zheng Yanchen's heart trembled when he heard the name. He lowered his eyes and said, "Our identities are really awkward, so it's not appropriate for us to meet again." Although he said so, his mood would still be depressed when he thought of that person. He couldn't tell whether it was hatred or something else.

Zheng Weilan glanced at him and continued, "But, I still need you to do something. I want you to go see Su Wan and ask her to help us find Su Yanci. Tell her that I want to have a good talk with him."

"Father!" Zheng Yanchen said nervously, "We have had a grudge against the Su family for a long time. Going there now will cause misunderstandings and will also be bad for our reputation."

Zheng Weilan smiled. "Do you think we still care about rumors? Besides, you must be aware of who brought the Zheng family to this point. The Zheng family is now despised, but Su Wan and the Su family have a good reputation. How can this be possible?"

Zheng Yanchen's eyes flickered. He had been reminiscing about their past ever since Su Wan left. The reason was that Su Wan knew about their plot against Peach Blossom Valley, but he had his reasons for doing so, and he could explain it. However, Su Wan hadn't given him a chance, resorting to such despicable means to destroy the Duke's Mansion. How dare she? If they could ever meet again, he wanted to make Su Wan realize that matters at court weren't so simple, and that she shouldn't be so soft-hearted.

"You had a way to coax Su Wan to be around you before, and you know her best. I trust you."

Zheng Yanchen pondered for a moment and agreed, "Son, give it a try."

"Master, Master!" The steward suddenly ran over in a hurry.

"Why are you so panicked?"

"Master, there are rumors outside that it was our Zheng family who killed Su Si Niang."