bookrandom Chapter 149 Retrial of an Injustice
Chapter 149 Retrial of an Injustice
The garden of the Ningguo Mansion is full of spring, with colorful flowers and a vibrant scene.
Gu Zhiyi, wearing a lavender silk dress, sat in the pavilion dignified and elegant, gently waving a folding fan in her hand, her eyes calmly fixed on Li Mimi.
Li Mimi pursed her lips tightly, her eyes revealing a hint of determination and expectation. She walked up to Gu Zhiyi, paused for a moment, and then slowly spoke: "Madam, do you know why I came to see you?"
Gu Zhiyi smiled lightly, with a hint of deep meaning in her eyes: "I guess it's because of your brother Li Mingxi."
Li Mimi's face changed slightly. She knew that Madam Gu Zhiyi was a very smart person, but she didn't expect that she could tell her intentions in one sentence. She took a deep breath and said as calmly as possible: "Yes, Madam, I would like to ask you to help save my brother."
Gu Zhiyi shook her head gently, with a complex look in her eyes: "Miss Li, you should know that I am not a god and cannot interfere in the affairs of the Ministry of Justice."
Li Mimi's eyes flashed with anxiety when she heard this. She stared at Gu Zhiyi closely and said, "Madam, I know you have a close relationship with the Minister of Justice. If you are willing to speak up, perhaps..."
Gu Zhiyi interrupted her and said calmly, "Miss Li, don't you understand? Even if I'm willing to speak up, it may not change anything. Besides, why should I help you?"
Li Mimi's face turned pale. She bit her lower lip, tears flashing in her eyes: "Madam, my brother...he was wrongly accused! He didn't kill anyone at all, he was wrongly accused!"
Gu Zhiyi looked at her, a trace of sympathy flashed in her eyes, but it was soon replaced by determination: "Miss Li, I know you care about your brother, but I can't make a decision easily based on one side's words. You need to produce evidence to prove your brother's innocence."
Li Mimi was so anxious that tears welled up in her eyes. She held Gu Zhiyi's hand tightly and said, "Madam, my brother...he was framed! I beg you, please save him!"
Gu Zhiyi looked at her, her heart slightly moved, but in the end she shook her head gently: "Miss Li, it's not that I don't want to help you, but I can't go against justice, and I can't easily interfere in the affairs of the Ministry of Justice. Do you understand?"
Li Mimi looked at Gu Zhiyi with tearful eyes, her eyes full of despair: "Madam, I know you are a kind person, I beg you, please save my brother! If he is not safe, I...I can't live anymore!"
Gu Zhiyi looked at her and sighed in her heart. Li Mimi was a good sister, but... She slowly stood up and gently patted Li Mimi's shoulder: "Miss Li, I will do my best to help you, but you also have to understand that no one can predict the outcome."
Hearing this, Li Mimi's eyes flashed with hope. She held Gu Zhiyi's hand tightly and said, "Thank you, Madam! I will find evidence as soon as possible to prove my brother's innocence!"
Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly and nodded: "Okay, I believe you."
The breeze in the garden blows gently, bringing a hint of floral scent.
The light of hope in Li Mimi's eyes grew brighter and brighter, as if she had found a light guiding her forward in the darkness.
"Madam, do you know why my brother was misunderstood?" A hint of doubt flashed in Li Mimi's eyes. She urgently wanted to find the answer so as to clear her brother's grievances more quickly.
Gu Zhiyi sighed softly, picked up the teacup and took a sip: "I have also heard about the twists and turns in this matter. Your brother Li Mingxi works in the Ministry of Justice. He has always been upright and incorruptible, and it is inevitable that he will affect the interests of some people. This unjust case may be a deliberate frame-up by someone."
Li Mimi bit her lower lip tightly, a trace of determination flashed in her eyes: "Madam, my brother is an upright person and would never do anything corrupt or abuse the law. I must find the real culprit and clear his name!"
Gu Zhiyi looked at Li Mimi's resolute expression and couldn't help but sigh. She put down her teacup and gently patted Li Mimi's hand: "Mimi, I understand how you feel. But this matter involves a lot of people, so you have to be careful."
Li Mimi nodded, a trace of gratitude flashing in her eyes: "Madam, I will keep your teachings in mind. However, my strength is limited. I wonder if Madam can lend me a helping hand?"
Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly, with a sly look in her eyes: "Mi Mi, are you begging me?"
Li Mimi's face flushed slightly, she lowered her head and said softly: "Madam, I really want to ask you for help."
A smile flashed across Gu Zhiyi's eyes, and she patted Li Mimi's shoulder: "Okay, since you are so sincere, I will help you no matter how busy I am."
Li Mimi raised her head, her eyes full of gratitude: "Madam, thank you! With your help, I believe we can find the real murderer and clear my brother's name."
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Gu Zhiyi glanced at Li Mimi's face and said calmly, "Do you know what will happen if you continue to pursue this matter?"
A trace of doubt flashed across Li Mimi's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by determination. She straightened her chest slightly and looked at Gu Zhiyi: "I know, I'm just seeking justice. The reputation of the Ningguo Mansion should not be tarnished by an unjust case."
Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly, with a hint of appreciation in her eyes, but her tone was still cold: "Okay, since you are so determined, let me tell you the importance of this."
"You know, this unjust case involves not only the Ningguo Mansion, but also the Ministry of Justice's Mansion. If you continue to investigate, it will inevitably involve more secrets that cannot be revealed. By then, I am afraid that you and your family will fall into dire straits."
Li Mimi's expression changed slightly, but she quickly calmed down: "I understand your concerns, but justice is in the hearts of the people. I would rather be torn to pieces than seek justice for the victims of the unjust case."
Gu Zhiyi looked at Li Mimi, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.
"Okay, if you insist, I will accompany you to the Minister of Justice's residence." Gu Zhiyi stood up and walked out.
A hint of surprise flashed in Li Mimi's eyes. She didn't expect Gu Zhiyi to agree to accompany her to the Shangshu Mansion of the Ministry of Justice. She hurriedly stood up and followed Gu Zhiyi.
The two came to the Shangshu Mansion, where the atmosphere was serious and the officials were busy. Gu Zhiyi and Li Mimi went directly to the Shangshu's study.
When the Shangshu saw Gu Zhiyi, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. He didn't expect that the wife of the Ningguo Mansion would come in person. He hurriedly stood up to greet her: "Madam Gu, you came here in person, what can I do for you?"
Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly and said politely: "Sir Shangshu, I came here today because of an unjust case in my house. I would like to ask you to review the case and give justice to the deceased."
The Shangshu frowned slightly. He naturally knew about the unjust case that Gu Zhiyi was talking about, but the matter was very complicated and he did not want to intervene easily.
"Madam Gu, this matter is of great importance and requires careful consideration." The Shangshu tried to shirk responsibility.
Gu Zhiyi did not allow for doubt: "Sir, you are an important official of the court and you should uphold justice for the people. I am here today for this matter. If you refuse, then I can only report it to the court and let the emperor personally investigate."