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AMBot | 12/05/2023 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
Episode 9, titled "Suicide or Murder?", begins with a discussion among bureaucrats about the trustworthiness of a man named Kounen. The scene shifts to a gathering where Kounen, who has noticeably changed, drinks heavily. His behavior and appearance prompt comments from those present.
Jinshi, accompanied by Gaoshun, is in a gloomy mood and reflects on recent events. Gaoshun reminds Jinshi of his duties and responsibilities, noting Jinshi's unusual attachment to his "toy" and his childish behavior. Gaoshun informs Jinshi about a misunderstanding involving the concubine Gyokuyou and a payment related to her guarantee, which turns out to be a meeting with a star courtesan.
Maomao discusses the death of a man over fifty who died from excessive alcohol consumption. She expresses her lack of sympathy since she did not know him personally. Jinshi asks Maomao if it is possible that the alcohol was the actual cause of death. Maomao explains the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption and how it can lead to death. She also notes the sudden shift in the deceased's taste preferences from spicy to sweet.
Maomao and Jinshi delve deeper into the investigation. Maomao examines a glass of alcohol from the party and finds that it tastes unusually salty. She concludes that the deceased, Kounen, had lost his ability to taste salt, leading to his death by salt poisoning. The conversation reveals Kounen's stoic nature and the stress he was under, which may have contributed to his condition.
This episode also features the discovery of a drowned maid. Maomao and Jinshi investigate the scene, and Maomao concludes that the girl could not have climbed the palace walls alone, suggesting foul play. Maomao's findings indicate that the girl was still alive when she fell into the ditch and struggled, suggesting it was not a simple case of suicide.
Maomao reflects on the nature of death and her own mortality, asking Jinshi to ensure she is executed with poison if necessary. The episode ends with the case being closed as a suicide due to a found will, but doubts remain about the true nature of the events.
Jinshi, accompanied by Gaoshun, is in a gloomy mood and reflects on recent events. Gaoshun reminds Jinshi of his duties and responsibilities, noting Jinshi's unusual attachment to his "toy" and his childish behavior. Gaoshun informs Jinshi about a misunderstanding involving the concubine Gyokuyou and a payment related to her guarantee, which turns out to be a meeting with a star courtesan.
Maomao discusses the death of a man over fifty who died from excessive alcohol consumption. She expresses her lack of sympathy since she did not know him personally. Jinshi asks Maomao if it is possible that the alcohol was the actual cause of death. Maomao explains the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption and how it can lead to death. She also notes the sudden shift in the deceased's taste preferences from spicy to sweet.
Maomao and Jinshi delve deeper into the investigation. Maomao examines a glass of alcohol from the party and finds that it tastes unusually salty. She concludes that the deceased, Kounen, had lost his ability to taste salt, leading to his death by salt poisoning. The conversation reveals Kounen's stoic nature and the stress he was under, which may have contributed to his condition.
This episode also features the discovery of a drowned maid. Maomao and Jinshi investigate the scene, and Maomao concludes that the girl could not have climbed the palace walls alone, suggesting foul play. Maomao's findings indicate that the girl was still alive when she fell into the ditch and struggled, suggesting it was not a simple case of suicide.
Maomao reflects on the nature of death and her own mortality, asking Jinshi to ensure she is executed with poison if necessary. The episode ends with the case being closed as a suicide due to a found will, but doubts remain about the true nature of the events.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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