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#287 - Chapter 21: Door-to-Door Campaign

Duke Tywin nodded slightly in response, then scanned the people present and said expressionlessly, "Thank you, Marquis, for your hospitality. Please, make yourselves at home. Lord Garon, there's a specific reason for my visit today. Could I have a word with you in private?"

Seeing this, Liu Yuan waved his hand, signaling the others to withdraw. Nina understood and led Tywin's guards to the side. Liana, also very well-behaved, understood that this was not the time to interrupt, so she led the women away.

After everyone had dispersed, Liu Yuan asked directly, "I presume this visit is related to the poisoning of the king! Have you found the real culprit?"

Tywin nodded and said in a deep voice, "Thanks to the important clues provided by Lord Garon, we have been closely questioning the overseas merchants who arrived in King's Landing in recent months and have obtained some leads. According to Varys's in-depth investigation, even in the region of Lys, 'the strangler' is a prohibited drug, subject to strict regulation and restrictions. However, three months ago, a group of merchants from Tyrosh had a dispute in a brothel. During the conflict, they openly brandished 'the strangler' to threaten the other party. According to eyewitnesses, the glass bottle contained purple crystals. But, unexpectedly, the next day, the mysterious Tyroshi disappeared. I sent my men to investigate, especially asking the experienced sea merchants who frequent the port, but the result was that they had never left King's Landing."

Seeing this, Liu Yuan smiled thoughtfully, then personally got up and poured a cup of hot tea for the person in front of him, and said softly, "In that case, the truth is obvious. These people must have been silenced. As for their corpses... I'm afraid they have already become the raw material for brewing brown soup in Flea Bottom."

Tywin nodded with a grim face, agreeing, "Yes, we hold the same view. However, I have another matter to inform you of today. After careful consideration, I have decided to lift the city-wide curfew in King's Landing tomorrow."

Hearing this, Liu Yuan's eyes lit up, and he said excitedly, "So, can I leave King's Landing?"

Tywin nodded in response, "Indeed, Marquis Garon. There is now sufficient evidence to prove that you have no connection to this incident. Therefore, you have the right to leave freely, and you can leave whenever you want. But... I sincerely hope that you can stay for a while longer."

Liu Yuan couldn't help but wonder and asked, "Oh? Does Lord Tywin mean that there is something you need me to do?"

Tywin: "After discussion among the kingdom's ministers, we have decided to hold a public trial in the throne room in a week. According to convention, a public trial must have three judges. I am the chief judge, Duke Mace is the first co-judge, and I would like to invite you to be the second co-judge."

Liu Yuan: "Why me? You should know that Tyrion is a friend of mine, and it's not appropriate for me to judge him."

Tywin frowned, his tone tinged with regret, and said, "In addition, I would also like to invite you to participate in state affairs. Prince Tommen is about to ascend the throne, and the Small Council urgently needs to fill vacancies. The positions of Master of Laws and Master of Coin are vacant and awaiting a worthy candidate. If you are willing, you can take office immediately."

Liu Yuan lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then gently shook his head and replied, "I'm sorry, Lord Tywin. I'm afraid I can't agree to this. As you know, my business is not limited to Westeros. I often have to travel overseas. However, rest assured, my previous promise still stands. As long as the Iron Throne doesn't deal with me, I will remain neutral."

Tywin looked regretful and sighed, "It's a pity. To be honest, I value you quite a bit. I sincerely hope that you can attend the new king's coronation ceremony before you leave." His deep eyes stared at Liu Yuan.

Liu Yuan nodded: "Okay, that's what I originally planned to do. Also, I want to see Tyrion."

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In the dark, damp, and decaying depths of the Red Keep's dungeon, Tyrion huddled alone in a cold corner. At this moment, a slight but clear footstep came from afar, gradually approaching the closed cell. A moment later, the cell door slowly opened, and a faint light shone into the darkness. A prison guard holding a torch cautiously poked his head in, scanned the inside of the cell with the torch, and then quickly retracted his body, closing the cell door again.

Then, another figure appeared at the door, it was Podrick. His face was full of excitement, and his voice trembled slightly as he shouted, "My lord, I finally see you! Are you alright..." Before he could finish speaking, he was pushed aside by a hand, revealing Liu Yuan behind him.

"What? Didn't expect me to come!" Liu Yuan walked in, holding a bright oil lamp, illuminating the entire cell.

Seeing this, Tyrion looked at Liu Yuan in surprise and asked, "Indeed, it's beyond my expectations! After all, your relationship with the Red Keep isn't very good. It's hard to understand how you got here. Tell me, how did you get in?"

Liu Yuan smiled slightly, easily spread his hands and replied, "It's not difficult! I just made a request to your father, and I didn't expect him to agree so readily. Besides, the Prime Minister is busy with other matters and has no time to care about these trivial matters. I guess you haven't had anything good to eat in the cell these days. Look, I brought you some food, it's better than those at the wedding. Oh, right, and your favorite wine, but remember not to overdo it. As for when I'll come again... that's hard to say." Before he finished speaking, Tyrion quickly jumped up from the bed.

Seeing this, Liu Yuan took out a delicate food box from behind and placed the contents of the box on the ground one by one. Then he comforted, "You just have to endure a few more days in this cell, and you'll be able to get out!"

Tyrion couldn't wait to pull out the cork from the wine bottle, took a deep breath, and then frowned and muttered, "Get out? Where can I go? Is my trial date set?"

Liu Yuan nodded and replied, "Indeed, it's been set. In seven days, there will be a public trial in the throne room. This afternoon, your father personally came to me and asked me to be a judge for this trial. I found it troublesome and refused him on the spot. You can ask Podrick for details."