The courtroom erupted in commotion as no one had anticipated that Zheng Liang would produce the vendor of the toxic herbs as evidence.
"If he discloses the identity of the person who unlawfully purchased the poisonous herbs from him, all doubt will be dispelled," remarked one of the ministers, eagerly awaiting the truth to be unveiled.
Meanwhile, Yang Luoyang scowled at the unfolding events, deeply troubled by what was happening. His expressions became gloomy when the man introduced himself and revealed his vocation.
He gritted his teeth and glowered at Zheng Liang, pondering how he had managed to unearth the man's identity. He had been exceedingly cautious in his dealings with the vendor, so how had Zheng Liang managed to ferret him out?
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Zheng Liang turned to the trembling man on his knees and inquired, "Did you sell the slow-acting poison to someone from the royal palace?"
