At Chen Lin's mention of the Li Family, the Black Bear Magistrate's brow furrowed slightly.
"The Fuyao you mentioned should be Li Zihan's daughter, Li Fuyao, correct?"
Without waiting for Chen Lin to answer, he continued, "The Li Family's troubles began with their conflict with Huang Batian. Although I am this town's magistrate, I must still act according to the rules. Everything must be decided on evidence. Now that Huang Batian is dead, there is no one left to confront with the testimony. I fear this case can no longer be reopened."
Chen Lin's expression stiffened.
He had not expected killing Huang Batian to have such consequences.
Still, the magistrate was clearly making excuses. Even with the man dead, the case could still be investigated if he wished. Saying this simply meant he did not want to overturn the verdict, and the dead man's inability to testify made a convenient excuse.
Chen Lin wanted to press the matter, but the magistrate spoke again. "I presume you accepted a commission from that daughter of the Li Family, Brother Chen. In that case, out of consideration for Princess Gege Yun, I can conduct another thorough investigation and let you complete your task. As for what happens afterward, you should stay out of it."
Joy rose in Chen Lin's heart. He silently praised the magistrate's understanding, while feeling even greater amazement at the superior he had met only once. Her name alone carried such weight-she was hardly inferior to Niuniu in that regard.
"Thank you for accommodating me, Your Honor!"
Chen Lin thanked him sincerely.
He might still need to upgrade his Road Guide and exchange merit in the future. He could not afford to sour relations with his only channel for doing so.
The Black Bear Magistrate waved a hand and tossed