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While I was supervising, there was nothing at Lake Bottom. Lord Lei can testify for me. However, on a certain day after it was filled with water, I saw someone diving into Lake Bottom, coordinating with people on the shore to transport a considerable amount of items into the lake.
They were working under the cover of darkness. When I went out to release some water, I caught sight of them. It felt suspicious at the time, but I was too timid and scared to make a sound, so I hid in a corner, frozen in place, which allowed me to escape unharmed. Ever since then, I haven't dared to release water at night; I've held it in until dawn.
Qi Shuo kicked him, asking who cared about your water release? If you saw something, then tell us in detail—how many people were there? Did you see what they looked like?
Yes, I saw them.
Qi Shuo couldn't stand his stammering and kicked him several more times. Who exactly were they?
Liu.
Lei Luo exclaimed in surprise, how could it be him!
Huang Qi assured them, it really is him; I wouldn't mistake it. Liu is easy to identify—he has a slight limp, and his walking posture is unique to him in the Royal Tomb; others can't easily imitate it.
Qi Shuo confirmed, so you only saw his walking posture?
I also saw his face; he was the one passing things on the shore—the one who dived into the water. He kept his back turned, so I didn't see his face clearly.
Huang Qi turned his gaze toward Lei Luo. Despite being drenched, he still had a quilt draped over him. He felt increasingly aggrieved—why did they only bully him while treating Lei Luo so well? Liu had close ties with the Lei Family; they should be interrogating him instead! All I did was see something.
Qi Shuo spoke harshly—if you saw something, why didn't you report it sooner?
Huang Qi mumbled, how was I supposed to know what they were doing in the lake? Liu is a master of mechanisms; I have to treat him with respect whenever I see him.
Maybe I misunderstood their intentions; putting things into Lake Bottom could just be for construction needs. I can't speak carelessly; if my report delays progress, my head wouldn't be enough to pay for it.
Qi Shuo determined he was telling the truth and decided to let him go for now. He turned to Lei Luo and asked about Liu's relationship with the Lei Family.
Our Lei Family has been repairing tombs for generations; their Liu Family is also a long-standing family of craftsmen. The Liu Family's ancestors gathered skilled workers during the previous dynasty. Over time, as we worked together on various projects, our trust in each other grew stronger. Whether in business or labor, we have even intermarried for several generations.
Oh, so they're family by marriage?
Lei Luo pressed his lips together, feeling somewhat ashamed and angry. He managed to defend himself a bit before continuing—this matter shouldn't rely solely on Huang Qi's words. If Liu Family were involved in such activities, I'd find it hard to believe. Their dedication to craftsmanship borders on obsession; they are even more focused than the Lei Family. How could they have the spare energy to engage in complex court disputes?
Perhaps they did do something wrong but were misled. I'm willing to assist The Office of Censors in questioning the Liu Family; please give me an opportunity.
That's fine; it'll save me some effort.
After receiving consent from Lei Luo, he attempted to rise but stumbled several times without standing firm. Qi Shuo smiled kindly and supported him gently, making Lei Luo's heart race with anxiety.
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