Su Changshui had no choice but to bring up the matter of the feud between the two families.

Jiang Xun instructed his subordinates to take note, indicating that he would investigate diligently.

Jiang Xun then went to question the manager and the shopkeeper. After the fire broke out, everyone tried their best to put it out. No one was injured, but the fire was difficult to extinguish, and not much cloth was salvaged. The estimated loss from this fire was more than 50,000 taels of silver...

Judging from Su Changshui's reaction, this is a heavy blow to the Su family, so he is eager to find the murderer as soon as possible so that he can demand compensation!

Having arranged for people to guard and investigate, Jiang Xun prepared to investigate the Pu family.

He was doing it as a routine matter, and he was also doing it seriously. He knew who was behind it, but if he could find evidence, that would be his skill, so he was extremely meticulous about this matter.

First, investigate the Pu family.

At dusk, Jiang Xun met with Pu Jianye, the head of the Pu family. After Jiang Xun explained his purpose, Pu Jianye smiled and said, "Young Master Jiang, to be honest, we do have a feud with the Su family, but their elder brother is the Marquis of Anping. How could we afford to offend him? My Pu family is law-abiding. Young Master Jiang can investigate at your leisure."

Pu Jianye was overjoyed. It was good that the Su family was in trouble; he could drink a few more glasses of wine later and be happier.

Pu Jianye was completely unaware of this matter, because it was his wife who made contact with the Qin family, so what he said was not wrong.

Conviction requires evidence; if you have evidence, then produce it.

He didn't hide his joy, feigning a sigh: "I wonder who the Su family offended. Luckily, our Pu family has always been kind..."

After a brief sigh, Pu Jianye laughed. Unafraid of Jiang Xun's ridicule, he said with a smile, "My brother-in-law died a pitiful death. I certainly had no good feelings towards the Su family. Now that I have heard the tragic news about the Su family, my brother-in-law's spirit in heaven can rest in peace!"

The two families had a falling out and weren't exactly on good terms, so it's normal for him to be laughing now.

"Would it be convenient for you to meet with Madam Pu?"

Jiang Xun remained expressionless and simply asked the question as usual.

Pu Jianye nodded: "Madam has caught a slight cold. If Young Master Jiang doesn't mind, you can speak to her through the curtain."

Jiang Xun nodded.

Jiang Xun had met Shi Shi and learned about her, knowing that she was a shrewd woman.

"I have a few questions for you, Madam. Would you be so kind as to answer them?"

Jiang Xun politely asked a question.

Shi covered her mouth and coughed lightly, replying in a hoarse voice, "Young Master Jiang, please speak."

"After investigation, it was found that Madam had contacted the Qin family a month ago. Could you perhaps conspire with them to take revenge on the Su family?"

Jiang Xun spoke casually, conveying that he had discovered that she had secretly met with the Qin father and daughter.

This was actually because Xiao Yuebai paid attention to the Qin family, which is why he knew that if he hadn't paid extra attention, he really wouldn't have been able to find out, because they were extremely careful when they met.

Shi was surprised for a moment, but quickly smiled and said, "Young Master Jiang is very capable. You found out all of this. However, I haven't reached an agreement with the Qin father and daughter. I saw that they have a grudge against the Su family, and they are filled with hatred because their younger brother died young and their young child is pitiful. I wanted to persuade them to take revenge on the Su family, but the Qin family is very cold-hearted. They refused me several times..."

"Well, that's normal. After all, she's living her life well now. As for children, you can always have another one if you lose one."

Shi sighed helplessly.

She suddenly laughed again: "Heaven has eyes! Perhaps knowing this good news, I feel my illness has vanished all at once. This fire is good! It must be retribution for doing too many wicked things! It makes me feel so happy!"

Compared to Pu Jianye, Shi was even less secretive; you could tell how happy she was from her words.

Although they failed to obtain the raw materials from the Su family, the Su family suffered huge losses as a result. Without the Su family, their fabric shop can earn more money this winter. How can this not be considered a win-win situation?

Thinking of Qin Shi, Shi felt a little admiration for her, as she had managed to accomplish it without anyone noticing.

Fortunately, Qin's family doesn't deal in fabrics, so there's no conflict with them. Her dried meat is also delicious, so it's good to cooperate with her and build a good relationship. Anyway, you can buy food anywhere, so she'd be happier if Qin's family earned the money.

"The Su family considers the Pu family to be the prime suspects. There are still some investigations to be conducted, and we hope for your cooperation, Madam."

Jiang Xun felt he couldn't get anything more out of Shi Shi. She readily admitted to his probing, and he had no other evidence.

But we will handle this officially and investigate when necessary.

Shi readily agreed: "Young Master Jiang is young, promising, fair and just. Our Pu family will definitely cooperate where necessary. We hope that Young Master Jiang can get to the bottom of this as soon as possible!"

She also wanted to know what Jiang Xun could find out.

Jiang Xun left the Pu family and returned home, where Xiao Yuebai was still waiting for him.

Jiang Xun reported on everything he had found out.

Xiao Yuebai pondered for a long time.

Jiang Xun spoke up: "Uncle, how exactly did the Qin family father and daughter manage to do it? So perfectly overnight."

If the water tank and well are destroyed beforehand, they will definitely be discovered.

The fire and the vandalism occurred simultaneously, and no one saw them or left any evidence.

"It's actually a good thing that we can't find anything. Su Chang'an will arrive in less than three days. I wonder how he will react when he gets home and sees all this."

Xiao Yuebai smiled and then said.

If we can't find it, we can't find it.

Su Chang'an is almost home. I'm afraid he'll be even more furious when he gets there and sees the state of his home.

"Come over for lunch tomorrow."

Xiao Yuebai patted Jiang Xun on the shoulder.

Jiang Xun nodded. In the past month, Xiao Caidie had lost 20 pounds and gradually became more cheerful. They didn't see each other often, but they would have a chance to meet and talk every few days.

He would always bring some small trinkets with him, and Jiang Xun's gaze softened; he was already looking forward to their meeting tomorrow.

...

Su Changshui kept asking about the progress of the investigation, so Jiang Xun met with Su Changshui before returning.

Su Changshui was disheveled, his clothes were covered in ash, and he looked extremely haggard and miserable.

Upon seeing Jiang Xun, he eagerly asked, "Young Master Jiang, have you found anything? Is it related to the Pu family?"

He was absent-minded all day, unable to eat or drink. Seeing that it was getting dark and Jiang Xun was about to go home, he hurriedly came to ask about the progress.

"Third Master Su, please calm down. This matter is still under investigation. There is currently no evidence pointing to the Pu family, and through the investigation of the surrounding people, no suspicious persons have been found."

Seeing Su Changshui's excited expression, Jiang Xun told him the truth.

Su Changshui's eyes were bloodshot: "How is this possible? All four of my family's cloth shops were burned down. There can't be such a coincidence. It must be someone's doing it!"

If it was an accident, how could everything have been burned down overnight?

This year, the farm was flooded and the harvest was not good. Everything went wrong, and now there is an even bigger disaster. If no one can be found to help, what should he do?

“Third Master Su, such a coincidence is indeed impossible. I will do my best to investigate. If Third Master Su does not trust the Prefect, you can also have someone investigate secretly.” Jiang Xun remained calm; he would do his job well.