Standing behind, Minister Qi also squinted with a smile, constantly watching Chu Heng.
Although the current developments align with his plan, he must remain vigilant until everything is settled.
Upon hearing this, Chu Heng indeed showed a trace of urgency on his face and quickly said, "Emperor, I can explain. While these spices definitely have adverse effects on the body when paired with pig's blood for consumption, as long as the amount is controlled, they will absolutely not cause harm, let alone poisoning and death. Moreover, this dish was originally excluded from the menu. When it was developed by the chef, he consulted with a doctor and decided not to keep it after confirming possible accidents."
"Then the chef's statement is a false testimony. Otherwise, why did he commit suicide?" Chu Heng's voice carried anger.
