Chapter 1845: Chapter 1842: Precaution

The Sacred Girl of the Southern Border was in a state of turmoil, wanting to call out to Chu Heng, “Lord Chu, why do you want to continue investigating?”

“What do you think?” was all Chu Heng said in response before resolutely stepping out of the cell and walking away.

Until even the sound of footsteps could no longer be heard, the Sacred Girl of the Southern Border seemed as if she had been pulled out of water, leaning against the wall, curling up, face pale, her heart uneasy.

She instinctively put her finger to her lips, bit it, and blood flowed out. She seemed not to feel pain, and as blood was squeezed out, it attracted some insects and ants.

Here.

Chu Heng reached the main gate and instructed, “From today onwards, no bailiffs in the dungeon are allowed to leave, even if they fall ill, they must recover within their cells.”

The Deputy Leader of the guards was a bit surprised to hear this: “Lord Chu, how long does this arrangement need to last?”

“Until the case is fully investigated.” As soon as Chu Heng said that.

The Deputy Leader couldn’t quite understand, but his instinct from training since childhood made his first reaction to execute the order: “Yes, I understand, I will arrange it immediately.”

“Aren’t you curious about the reason?”

The Deputy Leader scratched his head and chuckled: “The orders from Lord Chu and Minister Xiao, we must follow; it’s the Emperor’s command.”

“Hmm, I’m doing this because the Sacred Girl of the Southern Border can cultivate many unheard-of Gu insects, and the dungeon is never short of insects and ants. Even if watched, it’s inevitable she might act secretly.”

“Tell all the bailiffs to understand the danger posed by the Sacred Girl of the Southern Border, supervise each other, and ensure no one is out of each other’s sight, but make sure the Sacred Girl does not notice our precautions.”

“Gu insects can control human minds, so even if someone really helps the Sacred Girl transmit messages, it might not be of their own volition, understand?”

After listening to this, the Deputy Leader felt a chill rising in his heart.

“It’s really hard to guard against these things.”

“Relax, Minister Xiao and I will try to uncover this matter as soon as possible.”

“Then I’ll leave it to Lord Chu.” The Deputy Leader patted his arm, understanding the seriousness of the situation, and hurried to relay the orders.

At the same time.

Xiao Tianhao had also discovered some information and rushed back quickly.

Upon entering the dungeon and hearing about the matter, he smacked his forehead, “Lord Chu, you’re always so meticulous; I hadn’t even thought of this precaution.”

“However, since the Sacred Girl of the Southern Border is so difficult to deal with, let’s arrange for her to be taken to the torture chamber. The floor there is a clean stone slab, and if any insects or ants are drawn in, they’ll be visible at a glance.”

“Hmm, that works.” Chu Heng nodded.

Xiao Tianhao immediately gave the orders accordingly.

Quickly, the Sacred Girl of the Southern Border was transferred to a new holding place.

Just as Xiao Tianhao found Chu Heng to report the gathered evidence, the Deputy Leader ran over hastily.

“Lord Chu, Minister Xiao, as expected, the Sacred Girl of the Southern Border’s finger was injured, but no Gu insects were found on her.” The Deputy Leader was a bit relieved, but his face was still anxious from the rush.

Xiao Tianhao couldn’t help but look up, amazed, patting Chu Heng on the shoulder.

Chu Heng calmly brushed his hand away.

Xiao Tianhao didn’t mind: “Lord Chu, you’re incredible, a real master at reading minds.”

“It’s not about reading minds; it’s through body language that one can see a person’s true emotions—whether they’re nervous, anxious, scared, or deliberately lying. It’s all discernible.”

“That’s true, we usually pay attention to this during interrogations, but none of us are as adept as you, Lord Chu.”

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