The news that Su Liang, a suspect caught by the Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Justice, Gou Yu, was replaced by Ning Jing's self-surrender and taken to the ministry quickly spread throughout the capital city.
The truth about Xiao Muyun's death became mysterious and confusing.
Initially, the most common rumor was "The Martial Arts Champion shifted his affection and killed to silence", but due to Ning Jing's "strong intervention", it turned into "The Top Scholar killed for love".
Su Liang changed from a ruthless person to a seductive temptress.
The reputation of the dual champions quickly plummeted today.
Su Liang did not try to find help or attempt to see the emperor to clear his name. Instead, he was cooking for Ning Jing at home.
After preparing two of Ning Jing's favorite dishes, the person Su Liang was waiting for arrived.
It was Duanmu Chen's trusted follower, Chang'an.
"This is what my master asked me to give to Miss Su." Chang'an handed a few papers to Su Liang.