Imperial Treasure

Chapter 639 - 415: Sound the Alarm!_2

The fighting had ended.

Many of the wealthy felt their breathing had eased somewhat.

Military Sabre stared fiercely at Gong Jiu, who coldly sneered, "Why are you glaring at me? Is it my fault for being inferior in skill? After all, it was you who initiated the attack, like a rabid dog!" Sui Yi spun the Sealed Dragon Blade in her hand, its cold light flickering, and she hissed, "It’s already polite of me not to have slaughtered you."

Military Sabre didn’t look at her but shifted his gaze to Sui Yi, "It was you who killed the Young Master."

At these words, not only did Gong Jiu’s expression darken, but everyone else also turned their eyes toward Sui Yi.

Many people whispered among themselves, nearly ready to hang a "I am the killer" sign around Sui Yi’s neck.

Sui Yi looked at Military Sabre with a calm expression, not saying a word. It was Flower Demon beside her who chuckled, leaning against the railing with a seductive smile, "Big oaf, see, you’re not saying anything foolish. How come your brain isn’t so bright? We’ve been here all the time, and just because Sui Yi had a minor conflict with that idiotic Young Master of yours, you’re accusing her of being the murderer? You’re seriously underestimating people."

After a pause, she added disdainfully, "You should match lids to pots. To pick an opponent, you need to find someone of equal strength. As for your master, I would feel my hands getting dirty just touching him, let alone Sui Yi."

Though Li Yu’s human skin was hanging right there, Flower Demon and her group had been through life and death, and with Sui Yi, they had killed countless people and encountered countless vengeful spirits. Were they afraid of a ghost stripped of human skin?

Therefore, she and Gong Jiu made no effort to hide their disgust for Li Yu, nor did they fear Military Sabre’s deadly aura.

Duke Zheng knew well of Sui Yi’s capabilities. His gaze drifted to the face of Pang Shang on the other side. Clearly, both Sui Yi and Pang Shang were unaware of this unexpected turn. Due to earlier events, Pang Shang was also not in a position to openly defend Sui Yi.

He then said, "Military Sabre, we also regret to see your master victimized, but let’s first cool down and think this through over time. Acting rashly now is not the way to solve the problem."

Duke Zheng was highly respected, and ultimately, the one who would be most troubled after this incident would be Duke Zheng’s Mansion, which also had to manage the whole situation. If truly angered, keeping Military Sabre detained there would not be difficult.

Military Sabre glanced at the short-haired host, shuttered his eyes, sheathed his dagger, and asked in a hoarse voice, "Then what does Duke Zheng propose to solve this matter?"

"How to solve it? Of course, by finding out who the murderer is. I notice that human skin is still fresh. It must have been peeled off less than an hour ago. The murderer might still be among us..." Fu Ling revealed her naturally chaotic nature but also pinpointed the critical point.

—The murderer was very likely still within Duke Zheng’s Mansion, as the mansion had been completely sealed since the beginning of the coffin meeting.

Of course, it didn’t exclude someone having escaped, but with such short time and given the mansion’s strong security, escaping now, especially when the authorities arrive, the missing person would surely be suspected as the murderer.

Following the usual pattern of such brutal murders, the murderers are often audacious, not hesitating to mingle in the crowd as usual, conversing and laughing with others, then watching the vast panic sparked by their deeds...

Isn’t there a saying about murderers and arsonists blending in with the crowd, even giving interviews to reporters?

Thus, Fu Ling’s statement wasn’t baseless, and no one there was foolish enough not to recognize the truth in her words. However...

"No, I don’t want to stay here! The murderer is among us..."

"We are all going to be killed!"

Several timid individuals immediately wanted to leave the auction hall, naturally blocked by people from Duke Zheng’s Mansion.

"I am not the murderer; you have no right to keep me here!" Wang Feng could not remain seated.

"Exactly, I want to leave this place!"

It looked like it was about to become turbulent.

Bang!

Duke Zheng tapped his cane on the floor, the sound frighteningly commanding, "Everyone, I apologize for such an incident occurring in our Duke Zheng’s Mansion, but the deceased is innocent, capturing the murderer is not only for avenging the deceased but also to eliminate threats for everyone. Considering if the murderer is indeed among us, who knows whether he or she will target a second victim? And you have seen, even with Military Sabre’s strength, he couldn’t stop the murderer, even if you leave Duke Zheng’s Mansion, where can you find a safer place?"

There is safety in numbers!

Especially since Duke Zheng’s Mansion and everyone here have many powerful bodyguards. Gathering together naturally makes it safer, much better than rushing away...

If the murderer escapes among the people, who could be the next victim?

Duke Zheng’s considerations were not without reason.

"So does that mean we’re locked up in Duke Zheng’s Mansion until the murderer is found? What if the murderer isn’t found?" Liu Qian did not agree with this method, cherishing his life greatly at this moment as he wiped his forehead with a handkerchief, looking quite pale.

The usually silent Old Master suddenly spoke, "Miss Sui, what do you think?"

Why was he suddenly asking Sui Yi!

Under the doubtful gaze of many, Sui Yi continued to stare at that cupboard, her eyes clear, open and honest.

After a moment, she said, "Call the police."

Spurt!

This response was indeed... very standard.

"At least until the police arrive... no one can leave on their own, we should check everyone..." Duke Zheng said, frowning.

Police!

Although the police system was generally looked down upon everywhere, Capital City, after all, being the capital at the emperor’s feet and the political core, was overflowing with capable people, and the official power there was certainly the strongest.

"Fine, we’ll just wait here a bit longer, and don’t wander off..."

"I also feel quite restless; this makes it tough for me to drive off alone... (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to QiDian (qidian.com) to cast your recommendation and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)"