Chapter 582: Record in Ann....
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
However, it was the first time he had seen Su Qingzhi in the Marquis’s Manor. When Su Qingzhi was conquering the four corners of the world, he was still a scholar rushing to the capital to take the imperial examination. The person he admired the most was the valiant and exceptional great general who had expanded the Great Cheng Dynasty’s territories.
When he encountered Su Qingzhi, he greeted him with deep respect. “1 am Liang Jin from the Capital Prefecture. 1 pay my respects to Old General Su. Your name has been famous for many years, and it is truly an honor for me to meet you today.”
Su Qingzhi, not as formal as a literati, stroked his beard and said, “Lord Liang, please rise. Today, 1 am sorry for intruding upon you.”
“This is my duty, Old General.”
Liang Jin’s tone revealed his impartiality.
Although he held Su Qingzhi in high regard, this was a matter of professional duty for him. He had no personal feelings when handling cases.
With Su Han’s complaint in hand, he had already pieced together the details of the case on his way here.
In essence, it was a family dispute within the Regional Prince’s Mansion.
However, upon receiving the complaint, it escalated into a severe case involving loss of life within both the Regional Prince’s Mansion and the Marquis’s Manor.
“Miss Su Han, you wish to press charges against Prince Yong’an and the Regional Prince’s Mansion. With your complaint in hand, I now need to gather evidence. I have brought a female officer with me. Are you willing to allow her to examine your injuries to ascertain their authenticity?” Liang Jin inquired.
Qin Wan expressed some concern. “Lord Liang, is it necessary to proceed in this manner? This case… Can it not be kept private?”
While examining the injuries was one matter, what Liang Jin recorded would need to be made public!
Su Han was a young woman. How could she face society if everyone knew the extent of her injuries and scars?
Liang Jin felt a pang of regret but firmly informed Qin Wan, “Madam Su, every detail of the case must be documented and publicly disclosed. Severing ties with the Prince of Yong’an is a serious matter. This is the first such case of disownment by the prince’s mansion in nearly fifty years, and 1 must proceed with utmost caution.”
Qin Wan’s heart sank. She grasped Su Han’s hand, tears welling in her eyes, and pleaded, “Han’er, let’s reconsider. Let’s part ways. The Su family has no shortage of dowries, but your reputation cannot be disregarded!”
In this world, how difficult was it for a woman to survive with a tarnished reputation?
How many women had lost not only their reputations but also their lives?
Su Han firmly held Qin Wan’s hand, her gaze unwavering. “Mother, I must sever ties.”
She looked up at Liang Jin and continued, “Lord Liang, Su Han is willing to cooperate with your female officer for the examination of my injuries.
However, my injuries are severe, and it may take some time. Additionally, my Sister Yingxue has performed surgery on me before and is familiar with my condition. I hope you will document this in detail to aid in resolving the case.”
A flicker of surprise crossed Liang Jin’s eyes but quickly vanished.
He granted permission and instructed the two female officers he had brought along, “You are to assist Miss Su Han in examining her injuries. Handle her with care and detail your findings thoroughly. Do you understand?”
The two female officers nodded in agreement.
Su Yingxue accompanied them.
As Su Han’s physician, she was well acquainted with Su Han’s injuries.
However, she could not provide oral testimony.
Thus, Su Han proceeded to remove her clothing and reveal her wounds, determined to seek justice for herself!
As Su Han and Su Yingxue departed, Qin Wan clasped her chest and collapsed into her chair, tears streaming down her face.
Su Dingwei consoled her, and the couple held each other’s hands for support..