132. Investigate Zhao Douan_3

Beside him, two opened boxes of valuable make were placed on the tea table, their interiors lined with soft silk.

One of the boxes was empty, while the other displayed another vase.

"Has your injury improved?"

Zhou Cheng asked in a flat tone, but his gaze remained glued to the extremely precious Qing dynasty blue and white porcelain vase.

Hee Zheng respectfully replied,

"The concern of Your Excellency warms me; my injury is inconsequential, I've consulted a doctor."

"That's good," said Zhou Cheng indifferently.

"Just so happens, I have a task I'm preparing to entrust to you."

Hee Zheng was surprised, "May I ask what matter would have Your Excellency personally entrust?"

Zhou Cheng's tone was calm as he spoke, startling Master Hee.

"I want you to investigate the evidence of Zhao Douan's crimes. It would be improper not to respond in kind. This time, the Ministry of Justice has lost all face. If we don't act, how would the officials view us? Where would our authority stand?"