Autopsy (Part 2)
"The soles of the deceased's feet were very dirty. There was mud and grass on them. Moreover, from the degree of dryness of the mud and the fact that the muscles of the deceased's feet were hardened compared to the rest of the body, it was obvious that the deceased was running for her life before she died. At that time, she must have been chased by something, or perhaps … she was trying to escape from a certain place."
"Unfortunately, the road was very slippery at that time. Because she was focused on running for her life, she accidentally tripped over something and fell to the ground. Her entire body fell backwards, and her head hit a sharp rock. She died on the spot."
There was not the slightest bit of hesitation. Every word she said was very clear.
Although the Capital Governor listened to her, he did not want to say anything because he was worried that he would vomit.
Jing Rong, on the other hand, stood upright. He did not doubt her words at all, and he wanted to continue listening.
However, the coroner thought that she was just spouting nonsense. He glared at her fiercely.
I say, sir, are you a coroner? If you're not, then don't spout nonsense. These are all your guesses. I've been a coroner for more than ten years. I can't be wrong, can I? "
"Oh? Fine, then I'll convince you wholeheartedly. " Ji Yunshu's eyes narrowed. She pointed at the deceased's feet and solemnly said, "First of all, although the soles of the deceased's feet are covered in mud, there are traces of a round object rolling over them. From this, we can conclude that she stepped on a wooden pillar and fell backwards."
As she spoke, she walked to the deceased's head. She slowly lifted the disheveled hair and revealed a deep wound.
The wound was made by a sharp object. The wound was very deep and went all the way to the skull. It was obvious that the deceased had died on the spot.
"Now, what else do you have to say?" Ji Yunshu asked the coroner.
The coroner's face turned green. He rubbed his hands together and lowered his head. Although he had been slapped in the face, he was still trembling unwillingly. He turned away and secretly narrowed his eyes at Ji Yunshu.
He had a guilty look on his face!
This is a murder case, not a child's play. Your job is to find the evidence left behind by the deceased when she was alive and clear her name. As a coroner, if you're just slacking off, I advise you to find another profession as soon as possible, lest there be another soul in the underworld. "Ji Yunshu looked at him sternly and reprimanded him sternly," You didn't do a thorough examination at all. You're just trying to get away with it.
Ugh!
The coroner didn't expect Ji Yunshu to say such a thing.
No matter how thick-skinned he was, he was still somewhat flushed at this moment!
Her originally indignant look became somewhat evasive and embarrassed.
He stammered, "I … won't do it again!"
"I hope so."
Of course, after lecturing the coroner, Ji Yunshu didn't forget about the Capital Governor behind her. She turned to him and asked, "Capital Governor, when you found the corpse, were there any suspicious objects around it? Did you bring the sharp stone that killed the victim on the spot? "
The capital governor thought for a moment, then shook his head.
"Then, who discovered it?"
"A woodcutter. He went up the mountain to cut firewood and found it. I immediately brought the corpse here."
"Then, where's the woodcutter?"
"He probably went back."
His answer was very quick and decisive.
Ji Yunshu's expression instantly sank.
Jing Rong saw it clearly and coldly glared at the capital governor. "Why haven't you ordered your men to bring the woodcutter here?"
Perhaps the capital governor was too busy, or perhaps he was too nauseated by the sight of the corpse. But now that Jing Rong mentioned it, he really remembered.
He hurriedly bowed and shouted towards the outside. "You guys, hurry up and bring that woodcutter over. Hurry, hurry, hurry."
"Yes!" The reply was loud and clear.
At this time, Ji Yunshu took off her gloves and opened her sandalwood box. She then unfolded the drawing paper she brought and spread it on the table.
This action made the capital governor and the coroner dumbfounded.
What is she doing?
Ji Yunshu picked up a brush, dipped it in water, then dipped it in paint, and began to paint.
After about the time it takes to burn a stick of incense, the portrait of a very beautiful woman appeared on the white drawing paper.
It was indeed very beautiful. The coroner was dumbfounded.
He asked, "Teacher, this … what is this?"
"This is a drawing!"
Of course it's a drawing, but that's not what he meant!
The corner of his mouth twitched.
Ji Yunshu waited for the ink to dry before rolling it up and handing it to the capital governor.
She said, "This is the portrait of the deceased. Take it and ask around, see if anyone recognizes it."
The capital governor was shocked. He took the drawing and asked, "Is this really the deceased? Her feet are already in this state, yet Teacher is able to draw a portrait of the deceased? You really are an extraordinary person. If I didn't see it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have believed it. "
The capital governor worshipped her. These past two days, he had heard about this extraordinary person's abilities, but he had never seen her in person.
At this moment, it was really an eye-opening experience!
"Quickly go!"
"Alright."
Thus, the capital governor took the drawing and sent people to go door to door to ask around. He also had a painter quickly make two copies and put them up.
In a short while, Ji Yunshu covered the corpse with a white cloth again and left the inner room.
Jing Rong stood beside her and whispered, "Is it really okay to see a corpse like that?"
"Of course not!" She replied with certainty. She glanced sideways at him, "To tell you the truth, this is definitely the worst corpse I've ever seen. But, as long as you want to redress the grievances of the deceased, you won't feel any disgust when you see it."
"You really gave me a lot of surprises."
"Actually, Your Highness also gave me a lot of surprises."
Jing Rong's curiosity was piqued. The corner of his mouth suddenly curled up. "Then, tell me, what surprises did I give you?"
"The princess said that she originally wanted to marry him. If Your Highness didn't break her leg, she might have already married him. Although Your Highness didn't say it, and your method was a little surprising, it was still a good thing."
Jing Rong grinned, feeling as if he had been rewarded with a candy.
'This … is this the first time Ji Yunshu praised me?'
He was overjoyed.
At this time, Jing Xuan, who had finished vomiting, suddenly ran over. Her expression was still somewhat unsightly.
She pulled Jing Rong and said, "Imperial Brother, I regret it. I want to go back."
Jing Rong glanced at her. "Didn't you want to follow me even if you were beaten to death? It's impossible to go back now. But, you can walk back. "
'Walk back?
I'm a delicate princess. Are you sure you're not teasing me if I walk back from here? '
Jing Xuan was about to retort when several people suddenly rushed in from the entrance of the memorial hall.
Unexpectedly, it was Madame Jiang. She was being supported by several maidservants as she walked in.
Beside her was Li Zhao.
At that moment, Ji Yunshu understood.
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