On the way, Chen Mo learned from Constable Xing about the Liu Family's situation.
The ancestors of the Liu Family were second-class palace guards, a renowned and respected clan, but later their family fortunes declined, and they moved to Tongling County.
The late head of the family, Liu Yuan, was a Seventh-Level Warrior, generous and justice-loving, highly praised by everyone in the city.
The only criticism people had was:
He was excessively infatuated with women.
Not satisfied even after taking seven concubines, he set his sights on his own younger sister-in-law.
As she had just reached the age of marriage, under the semi-coercion and persuasion from Liu Yuan, she could only compromise and agree to become his secondary wife.
That very night of the grand marriage, something went wrong…
"Servants are short-sighted, rat-eyed, unable to recognize the noble, please do not blame us, sir."
Lady Liu approached and bowed gracefully, "I, Miss Liu, have met Mr. General."
Chen Mo looked her up and down.
Her voluptuous figure stretched her clothes taut, her face was natural, free of makeup, her slightly furrowed brow enveloped a faint vulnerability and sorrow.
A wife + widow, the BUFFs are fully stacked.
"Li Yuan, inspect."
Chen Mo said indifferently.
Li Yuan was slightly stunned, then quickly understood.
Though he was somewhat dissatisfied with his imperious attitude, he still endured it, taking out a piece of pure white jade stone from his bosom and approached Lady Liu.
"Do not resist."
The jade stone touched Lady Liu's forehead.
There was no reaction.
This was Tongxuan Jade, which could sense demon energy.
Such close distance without any reaction indicates Lady Liu was not possessed by a demon ghost.
Then, he had the other people in the household come over, one by one, after inspection, all were cleared.
Watching the group of beautiful concubines, Chen Mo shook his head silently, thinking to himself that Mr. Liu was indeed a libertine, feasting on lavish meals, yet craving for more…
However, it was strange that despite having so many wives and concubines, he had not even one child.
Could it be gun without bullets?
"Why haven't I seen your sister?"
Chen Mo looked around and asked.
Lady Liu sighed and said, "Since the incident that day, Ru Yan has been terrified, always hiding in her room and afraid to come out."
"If you want to test her, I'm afraid you might need to go there in person."
On a happy wedding day, lifting the veil only to find her husband's empty head beside her, already a corpse.
Indeed, it could leave quite a psychological shadow.
"Wan'er, lead the way for Mr. General."
Instructed Lady Liu.
"Yes, sir, please follow me."
A maid led them towards the back courtyard.
The moment they left, the previously somewhat noisy courtyard became instantly quiet as a pin drop.
Everyone expressionless, turned their gaze towards the back courtyard.
…
Upon reaching a certain wing room, the maid knocked on the door, but no one responded.
"The second young mistress might be resting…"
Before she finished speaking, Chen Mo pushed the door and entered.
The room was dimly lit, no candles or lamps. A slim woman lay sideways on the bed, resembling Lady Liu in appearance, her face pale, looking frail.
It might be due to lack of ventilation; there was a faint smell of decay in the air.
Seeing someone entering, the woman hurriedly got up, looking nervous.
"Don't be afraid, we are not bad people."
Li Yuan reassured.
Approaching her, he took out the Tongxuan Jade, and again, there was no response.
Chen Mo frowned and said, "Are you sure this thing works? Could it be a fake?"
Li Yuan rolled his eyes at him, not bothering to respond, and softly asked:
"Lady, on the night of the incident, did you notice anything unusual?"
Qin Ruyan slowly shook her head, as if recalling that dreadful scene again, her complexion turning even paler.
Constable Xing said in a low voice, "We've interrogated her several times already, there's no issue, and besides, many relatives and friends were there at the time of the incident, so it shouldn't be her…"
Chen Mo looked at her beautiful face and asked, "Liu Yuan forcibly married you. Do you hate him in your heart?"
Qin Ruyan was silent for a moment, her voice weak as she said, "The master has taken good care of my sisters and me. In this chaotic world, having a place to stay and not worrying about food and clothing, what do I have to hold a grudge for?"
Chen Mo nodded, then said no more.
After everyone left, the room regained its quiet.
"Sister, did I perform well?"
Qin Ruyan tilted her head and asked softly.
Suddenly, her wrinkled body rapidly became plump, and in the blink of an eye, she was indistinguishable from Lady Liu!
Opening her mouth, a slightly mature voice came out:
"These two who came this time are a bit tricky, first figure out how to get through tonight."
"Only one last blood sacrifice is missing, and then we won't have to be stuck in this wretched place any longer! The sky is the limit for the birds!"
...
Walking out of the back yard.
At this moment, the sun was setting, and the sky was growing dark.
According to Constable Xing, if nothing unexpected happens, something unexpected might happen tonight.
Li Yuan said, "Since there's no issue with the Liu Family, our next step..."
Chen Mo said indifferently, "Who said there is no issue?"
Li Yuan frowned, about to speak, when Lady Liu walked over, swaying her hips.
"Has your investigation concluded?"
"It's getting dark, and it's not very peaceful in the city recently. We have no choice but to lock our doors. I'm afraid I must ask you to leave."
She was clearly showing them out.
Chen Mo, with his hands behind his back, said sternly, "I have a premonition that tonight, there might be trouble from a demon at Liu Mansion. I've decided to stay here to protect Lady Liu."
"Cough cough cough!"
Constable Xing almost choked on his saliva.
This demon ghost targets men, Lady Liu is much safer than you!
Li Yuan spat out mentally.
With such a sanctimonious demeanor, clearly lusting after beauty with dishonorable intentions… I thought he was different from other men, but it seems he's just as vile!
Lady Liu was somewhat astonished and hesitated, "Most of my household are women, and I am still observing widowhood, isn't this inappropriate?"
Chen Mo said gravely, "In special times, extraordinary measures must be taken. How can we care about trivial formalities?"
His eyes narrowed slightly, "Or are you questioning my character, madam?"
"I dare not..."
Seeing her reaction, Lady Liu felt helpless and said, "If that's the case, then please trouble yourself, sir. Someone, show the gentleman to the west wing to rest."
"Arrange an empty room for me as well, next to his room."
Li Yuan stared unblinkingly at Chen Mo.
She wanted to see what exactly he was up to!
...
The gates of Liu Mansion were shut tight.
Constable Xing stood outside and sighed helplessly.
Chen Mo's previous actions had made him naively think that this official truly came to solve the case.
Now it seems no different from that man surnamed Yan, they are all the same...
Watching the last rays of the sun disappearing on the horizon, fear surged in Constable Xing's eyes, wondering who would die tonight?
...
Inside the room, candlelight flickered like beans.
Chen Mo sat cross-legged, with True Yuan circulating inside his body.
Strands of Essence flowed from the Critical Acupoints, continuously conditioning his body and nourishing his Qi-Blood.
Although the people of Liu Mansion seemed normal and indeed did not emit any Demon Energy, their Life Essence was somewhat agitated, as if something here was particularly repelling it.
Something was clearly wrong.
And the system did not make a sound after triggering the event.
This is the style of "Unmatched Immortal"; there are no mission requirements, everything depends on one's exploration.
Thud thud thud.
At that moment, there was a knock at the door, and Lady Liu's soft voice came from outside:
"Sir, have you rested?"
Chen Mo opened his eyes, his gaze sparkling.
"I did not come to inquire about Lady Liu, but now Lady Liu wants to inquire about me?"