I Became the Devil Queen's Heart Demon novel Chapter 137

Chapter 137: Chapter 97: Empress and Empress Collide! Touched the Wrong Person! (6K)_2

And the most important proportion of case-solving...

One hundred thirty-seven cases, with a clearance rate reaching ninety percent!

The case records are detailed, the evidence chains are clear, absolutely not perfunctory!

Below, there’s an assessment penned by Deng Hongtao, Director of the Examination Department:

Exemplary!

The imperial inspection evaluation is divided into four ranks: Competent, Diligent, Fulfill Duties, and Demotion.

Only officials who excel in all aspects are rated as "Exemplary," belonging to the best among assessments, often gaining the opportunity for priority promotion!

The Empress snapped out of her thoughts and scrutinized Chen Mo, "How did you do it?"

Even if he had three heads and six arms, it would be impossible for him to solve over a hundred cases in just two short months!

Chen Mo replied, "I have special case-solving techniques."

The Empress inquired curiously, "What kind of techniques?"

"Connections."

"..."

Chen Mo knew he could not hide it, so he simply laid it all out.

Hearing that he had Gui Water, Bing Fire, Ding Fire departments collaborate on cases and even pulled in Six Gates, the Empress was left speechless for a moment.

No wonder Lady Jinyun said Lin Jingzhu has been very busy recently, leaving early and returning late; it turns out he was helping him...

This little thief actually has such good connections?

"Inter-departmental cooperation is reasonable and rule-abiding..." Chen Mo said cautiously.

"I know that!"

The Empress glared at him.

Failing to assert her authority for the first time, she couldn’t help but feel somewhat gloomy.

Flipping through the case records, she saw the "Service Report" page and paused slightly.

"Regarding the contents about Jian Yinsan, is what you said true?"

"It’s true."

"Do you have evidence?"

"No."

"..."

The Empress’ beautiful face darkened – so you’re just spouting nonsense here?

Chen Mo stated, "This official only knows how to handle cases, not adept at engaging in intrigue, or currying favor. Lord Jian’s actions are clear in this official’s sight, and I simply speak frankly, without a shred of slander."

The Empress responded noncommittally.

After setting down the documents, she remained silent for a moment, then suddenly said, "I heard that you championed an Oiran at the Imperial Music Bureau?"

?

Chen Mo was caught off guard.

What a rapid change of topic!

And how did such gossip from the streets reach the Eastern Royal Palace?

He asked confoundedly, "After concluding my duties, I went to relax at the Imperial Music Bureau. That shouldn’t violate any laws, right?"

The Empress said emotionlessly, "What you do at the Imperial Music Bureau is none of my business, but where did the three thousand taels of silver you gifted come from? Don’t forget, upholding integrity is also a part of the imperial inspection evaluation."

"..."

Chen Mo realized the Empress was determined to find fault with him today.

He naturally couldn’t say the three thousand taels of silver were from the Chen Family; if it gave the Empress leverage, and she took the chance to cause trouble, it could potentially be detrimental to his father’s career.

Better to tell the truth.

"This official has made a small business recently and earned some silver."

"Oh?"

The Empress raised her brows, saying sternly, "I’m rather curious, what business did you do to make so much money?"

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