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Chapter 318

His heart was filled with resentment and regret. Regarding Gu Fangzi's death, he did not have the slightest bit of sympathy or pity. That woman was actually so crazy, and that was something he did not expect! This woman was really crazy and haunting. He should have imprisoned her instead of simply chased her out of the manor!

Shi Fengju stared at Sang Wan with a pair of burning eyes filled with nervousness.

If she really admitted it, things would become even more troublesome. Only if she insisted that it was Gu Fangzi who tried to kill someone but failed and accidentally killed herself could this matter be reduced to a small one.

"Wan Niang, remember my words! Do you understand? "Shi Fengju added.

Sang Wan was stunned, but she subconsciously nodded and said, "Yes."

"Wan Niang!" Shi Fengju became anxious when he saw her like this. He pulled her into his arms and hugged her tightly. He said solemnly in her ear, "Wan Niang, you have to remember this clearly! You didn't kill Gu Fangzi. She was the one who accidentally tried to kill you. Do you understand? Wan Niang, think about me. Think about our child! "

"I understand! I understand! I understand! "Sang Wan shivered and agreed. Yes, she couldn't leave him like this. She couldn't lose her child like this! She still had a lot of days to live and a lot of roads to walk. She couldn't lose her life in vain!

In the first place, Gu Fangzi had only herself to blame for this matter …

"It's good that you understand!" When Shi Fengju saw that she had finally taken his advice to heart, he secretly heaved a sigh of relief. He comforted her softly and smiled, "Are you hungry? I brought some food. I'll eat some with you. "

Sang Wan shook her head, "I don't feel like eating …"

"Wan Niang, even if you don't eat, the child has to eat. Listen to me!" Shi Fengju said gently, "You still have to go to court tomorrow. You have to be alert."

Sang Wan looked at him and reluctantly nodded.

Shi Fengju lifted the food box and opened it. He took out the dishes one by one. The dishes in the box were all kept warm with hot water. When they were taken out, they were still steaming hot.

Eight treasures tofu, stir-fried shredded eel, stir-fried shrimps, crispy bamboo shoots, ham and pickled vegetables, black chicken soup, and two other exquisite Jiangnan side dishes. They were all Sang Wan's favorite dishes.

However, when faced with the table full of dishes, Sang Wan didn't have the slightest desire to taste them. Under Shi Fengju's persuasion, she reluctantly ate half a bowl of soup and a few mouthfuls of food. Then, she felt her chest, she couldn't eat anymore.

"If you don't want to eat, then forget it!" Shi Fengju's eyes darkened. He knew that she hadn't completely recovered from the shock she received today. He said softly, "I'll bring you some food tomorrow morning."

"Are you leaving?" Sang Wan trembled and almost jumped up. She suddenly raised her eyes and stared nervously at Shi Fengju. Her eyes were full of fear.

She had been in a muddle-headed state for most of the day. She didn't know anything, didn't think about anything, and didn't even know how she came to this prison. It was only when she saw him that she felt a little more alive. However, she suddenly realized that she was now a prisoner and had to stay in this prison. How could he accompany her all the time …

Shi Fengju also felt very uncomfortable. If he could, he would rather stay with her, but he knew that it was impossible. Not to mention that the law didn't allow it, he still had many things to take care of and arrange. He couldn't delay any longer.

"Wan Niang," Shi Fengju held her hand tightly and said, "Don't be afraid, it's very safe here. No one will dare to do anything to you. If you need anything, just tell the jailer. The housekeeper is staying in an inn near the yamen. The jailer will immediately inform him. Wan Niang, I have to go back first to arrange for you to go to court tomorrow. Wan Niang, after tomorrow, we can go back, en? "

"Really?" Sang Wan was moved by his words and her expression relaxed.

"Of course! Why would I lie to you! "Shi Fengju smiled.

Sang Wan nodded and gently let go of him, "Fengju, I'll wait for you …"

"En, I'll wait for you too!" Shi Fengju smiled and gently kissed her cold cheeks and lips before getting up to leave.

Sang Wan stared blankly at him as he left. When she turned around, her heart turned cold again.

In the Shi Family, the atmosphere was similarly oppressive and tense.

No one would believe that Young Mistress had killed someone! Not to mention that she killed Miss Gu when she went to pray for blessings. But why would Miss Gu suddenly appear there, and why would Young Mistress go there? Everyone's hearts were still filled with doubts.

Wang had already cried until she had no energy left. Lying on the warm bed, her face was extremely haggard as she lamented to Nanny Jiang over and over again. No matter how muddle-headed she was, she knew that Gu Fangzi was the one who started it. She was unwilling and indignant. Since she could bribe someone to harm Sang Wan once, she could do it again! She also knew that on Guanyin's birthday, she would definitely go to Guanyin Temple to pray. Since Sang Wan was pregnant, she would naturally accompany her to pray for blessings …

She knew everything. That was why she had planned all of this!

Wang did not have time to grieve over her death, but instead, she fell into a deep shock and pain. This kind of ending, this kind of ending, was it what she wanted? When she reached the netherworld, would she say that she regretted it?

After Shi Fengju returned to the Shi Family, he went to see his mother before returning to the study room where the head servant was already waiting to report. There wasn't much time, but it was enough for the Shi Family to arrange many things.

Today's incident happened at the back of the mountain. Fortunately, Xing Zhi was alert and immediately controlled the nun who led the way and the two women who followed her before reporting to the officials. The back of the mountain was quiet and secluded. Although there were some rumors, the news was well kept under wraps. At least, everyone only knew that someone had died, but no one knew the truth.

As long as the nun gave false testimony, coupled with the Shi family's wealth and Third Old Master Shi and Sang Yufei's official positions, Magistrate Hong wouldn't be so foolish as to not pursue this matter. Fortunately, Gu Fangzi did not have any relatives in this world. The two to three distant relatives had long stopped contacting each other. They lived far away from each other and were also poor. As long as the case was closed, there would be no chance of a comeback. At most, when the Gu Family sent people over, they would be sent away with a sum of money.

Even so, Shi Fengju still felt nervous when it concerned his loved ones.

As for Gu Fangzi, he no longer had any words to describe her. The last bit of affection he had for her had been completely severed! She had really gone mad!

She said that she was unwilling and indignant, so what was there to be unwilling and indignant about? Things that did not belong to her in the first place, yet she insisted on not letting go!

Why was such a beautiful young woman so stubborn and vicious? In the end, not only did she cause her own death, she also implicated others!

Shi Fengju could not bear to return to Ning Garden. After listening to the chief butler's report, he pondered over it carefully and nodded to dismiss him. He then closed his eyes and spent the night in the study room.

He woke up at dawn. When he opened the door, Mama Li came in with Liu Ya, whose eyes were red and swollen, to serve him.

Seeing Liu Ya biting her lips and looking at him pitifully, Shi Fengju's heart softened and he sighed, "Don't worry, your mistress will be fine!"

"Mm, mm!" Liu Ya nodded and sobbed, "How could a person like Young Mistress kill people? It must be Gu Fangzi's fault. This servant believes that Young Master will definitely save Young Mistress!"

Liu Ya hated Gu Fangzi to death in her heart and did not even call her Miss Biao.

Shi Fengju nodded slightly and ordered Mama Li, "Nanny, go and see if breakfast is ready. I will send it to Wan Niang later! "

Mama Li hurriedly said, "It's all ready! I cooked bird's nest porridge, wild chicken porridge, stuffed shrimp, mushroom cabbage, crab tofu, and chicken breast meat minced into small steamed buns. I also stewed ham and bone soup. It will be ready in a while. "

Shi Fengju nodded and did not say anything.

After washing up hurriedly, he asked Chang Huan to carry the food box and they went to the yamen together.

The damp and dark environment in the dungeon was terrible. He did not know how Sang Wan spent the night, but he did not sleep well the entire night. He fell asleep in a daze and woke up in a dream, thinking about the matter.

"Fengju, you're here!" Sure enough, Sang Wan did not sleep well either. Her eyes were swollen, but when she saw him, she hurriedly welcomed him with her bright eyes.

"Mm," Shi Fengju felt a little sour in his heart as he watched the prison guard open the door to the cell and walked in.

"Did you fall asleep last night? You look so pale! "He pulled her to sit down and caressed her face.

"I'm fine!" Although she did not rest well, Sang Wan's heart was much more at ease and her eyes were much clearer. She held Shi Fengju's hand and said, "Will the court be held today …"

"Don't worry!" Shi Fengju smiled and said, "According to the imperial court's law, the court can hold a private hearing in the back hall. There's no need to go to court, so don't worry."

Only then did Sang Wan feel slightly relieved and she nodded her head gently.

"Have you washed up? Eat something! "Shi Fengju smiled.

Sang Wan smiled and said, "Just now, a servant came over with hot water and tea. I've already washed up."

Shi Fengju nodded and laid out the bowls and plates one by one.

A pregnant woman would get hungry easily. In addition, she did not have an appetite last night, so she really felt hungry today. Without needing Shi Fengju to call her, she quickly ate. Shi Fengju was gratified and distressed at the sight of her. He kept asking her to slow down.

It was not appropriate to stay for too long. After breakfast, Shi Fengju comforted her for a while before leaving in a hurry. Both of them were equally nervous, waiting nervously for Magistrate Hong to bring the case to trial.

Unexpectedly, two hours passed, and then another, and there was no movement in the yamen. Chang Huan had already gone back and forth several times to inquire about the case.

In an inn near the yamen, Shi Fengju paced back and forth uneasily. He scolded Chang Huan for not working diligently and ordered the chief steward to go and inquire about the case personally.

Chang Huan felt wronged and did not dare to make a sound. The chief steward hurriedly left to carry out the order.

After a while, he ran back with sweat all over his forehead. He anxiously said to Shi Fengju with a bitter face, "Eldest Young Master, Chang Huan is right. I don't know what happened, but the trial has not started yet! The Old Slave finally asked his private advisor to come out and inquire about the case. The private advisor stammered and refused to tell the truth. He only said that it was not urgent and asked the Old Slave to come back and wait patiently! Eldest Young Master, what do you think is going on?! Didn't they talk about it yesterday? Why did it change so suddenly? "