178, Murder

(Sorry this chapter took longer to revise, causing a delay.)

The carriage rushed toward East Market.

Chen Ji lifted the carriage curtain and silently observed the deserted street. As the curtain swayed, the light and shadow in his eyes flickered endlessly.

Jin Zhu sat across from him holding a copper hand warmer, speaking gently, "The Commandery Princess is not someone adept at lying. Those with pure hearts, who have not pondered human nature, cannot deceive others with their lies; they can only deceive themselves."

Without turning his head, Chen Ji asked, "What is Lord Jin Zhu trying to say?"