Chapter 449 - 345. Concealing poison with one’s life_2
Chen Ji replied: "I understand, my lord."
Bai Long walked south: "Tell me, how do you plan to investigate the true culprit? You were not at the scene at the time, yet you confidently came to me seeking privileges at the salt field, as if you already knew who the murderer was... Could the true culprit be you?"
Chen Ji was startled inside, but his face remained calm: "You’re joking, my lord. I have no connection with the Korea Envoy, how could it be me? Previously, I assisted Lords Jiao Tu and Yun Yang in solving cases multiple times, which is my expertise. I only wish to use my skills to alleviate Lord Bai Long’s troubles."
Bai Long suddenly stopped and quietly scrutinized Chen Ji, pondering something.
The hair on Chen Ji’s back stood on end.
This Bai Long differs greatly from Mr. Feng; he’s neither as unpredictable nor as aggressive as Mr. Feng. However, the similarity between them is that both are equally intelligent.
When dealing with such a person, not a single mistake can be made.
Bai Long slowly said: "Since you came to me in the middle of the night, asking for favors and piquing my interest greatly. If you cannot find the true culprit, then you may assume that role, after all, someone must be sent for execution."
Chen Ji said: "I need to first look into the case details."
Bai Long responded with a hum: "I’ll take you to Huitong Hall right away."
Chen Ji shook his head: "No, I need to first look at the dossiers and the forensic ’corpse form’.