"There are no doubts about this case, the evidence is irrefutable, and there's no room for counterarguments."
Xu Zhengping interrupted Ding Gaochang's words.
Seeing his stunned expression, he paused for a moment before continuing, "Brother Gaochang, this case is not something you and I should tamper with. I have already reported the truth to Master Chu, and he has agreed to continue the investigation. There's no need for us to get involved anymore."
"Since you and I are helpless, and the common people have been uneasy due to the recent murder case, there are even rumors that a malign spirit is seeking lives in the county. Instead of letting the situation run amok, it's better to close the case according to Master Chu's wishes, and the people might regain some peace."
Ding Gaochang fell silent.
Although he was merely a county magistrate, he had relatives who held office in Beijing and had heard a lot about the power struggles and unscrupulous means.
