Exiled Princess: From the Palace Heist to Becoming a Rich Madame [MTL]

Chapter 121-125

Chapter 121: Jiang Yunyao Gets Hit by a Carriage

In the courtroom, Fan Qiyun cast a disdainful glance at the teary-eyed grain store owners, massaging his slightly throbbing temples. Spotting Zhou Zexuan, who seemed hesitant to speak, he suddenly slammed his gavel.

"Smack!"

Then, he sternly declared, "No crying or wailing in the courtroom!"

As Fan Qiyun's words fell, the grain store owners quickly wiped away their tears and huddled together like quails.

Oh no, the prefectural lord is getting angry.

Several people were troubled, wondering how to steer the conversation toward Jiang's Grain Store.

Zhou Zexuan, attending the court session for the first time, was startled by Fan Qiyun's outburst.

After some contemplation, he decided to share his thoughts with Fan Qiyun.

With his head bowed, he respectfully said, "Reporting to Your Lordship, I am Zhou Zexuan, a commoner. I've noticed some suspicious aspects regarding the recent grain theft."

Fan Qiyun, upon hearing Zhou Zexuan's introduction, immediately recognized him as the son of Master Zhou.

"Oh, is that so?"

"Well then, please share your insights," Fan Qiyun said and assumed an attitude of eager listening.

Impressive that you've noticed something suspicious.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Zexuan quickly chose his words carefully.

Regardless of whether the owners of Jiang's Grain Store were involved in this matter, he decided to implicate them.

Unusual occurrences often have underlying causes.

All other grain stores had temporarily closed to await a windfall, except for Jiang's Grain Store, which continued to sell grain at regular prices.

With this thought in mind, Zhou Zexuan confidently stated, "Reporting to Your Lordship, ever since the drought disaster, no grain store in the entire town, including Jizhou City, has sold any grain except for Jiang's Grain Store."

"I believe the grain sold by Jiang's Grain Store may very well be..."

"Smack!"

Upon hearing this, Fan Qiyun abruptly slammed the gavel again. He rose and stood in front of Zhou Zexuan, his voice filled with stern admonition.

"Zhou Zexuan, do not let the thoughts of a villain corrupt your view of a noble person."

"The owner of Jiang's Grain Store is virtuous, and for the sake of the common people, they continue to uphold their original intention of selling grain at a fair price."

"Without evidence, how dare you slander them recklessly in the courtroom? What crime should you be charged with for this?"

After Fan Qiyun finished his scolding, he inwardly cursed: Disgusting profiteer!

Just because they obstructed your path to wealth doesn't mean you can maliciously insinuate. Shame on you!

Zhou Zexuan, trembling with fear, quickly knelt and said, "Please forgive me, Your Lordship, I know my wrongdoing..."

But secretly, he thought, From now on, I'll keep an eye on Jiang's Grain Store. Sooner or later, they will reveal their true colors.

Outside, the common people, upon hearing Zhou Zexuan's words, exchanged glances. This vile profiteer wanted to starve them all to death?