Chapter 138 Intimidation

Shen Changhe said in a businesslike manner, "Whether it is a frame-up or not, we can find out by arresting those people from the Lin family's side branches and questioning them. However, once the incident gets out of hand, it will be too late to stop. Lord Lin, have you thought it through?"

"Don't..." Lord Lin swallowed and stopped Lin Ye who was about to speak.

"Sir Shen, the man above married into another family ten years ago and has no relationship with my Lin family any more."

When Lin Ye heard this, he immediately stopped talking. If it was that uncle, then it was not impossible for him to do these things.

Shen Changhe nodded slightly, "I naturally believe what Lord Lin said, but I don't know if this reason is recognized by the clan government?"

"Before coming here, I also sent someone to inquire about it. It was said that twenty years ago, Old Master Lin had a concubine and gave birth to a son. However, after Old Master Lin passed away, the concubine also disappeared. Soon, the Lin family had such a person."

"It's strange that there are such coincidences in this world."

Lord Lin was sweating coldly at this moment. He never thought that Shen Changhe knew so much about this matter that he even dug up old things from decades ago.

Shen Changhe didn't look at his pale face, and continued, "This branch of the family broke the law, and you, as the head of the clan, cannot be exempted from responsibility, but if it is a brother, the crime is even greater. Is it a shield or something else, Lord Lin, do you think it can withstand a careful investigation?"

The thick petition paper made a rustling sound in his hands, which sounded like thunder to the ears of the Lin family father and son.

That man's life is definitely not going to be saved. Even if the three clans are not implicated, it will be enough for him to suffer a lot. ,

Lord Lin had no other thoughts at this moment. He quickly stood up from his chair and bowed deeply to Shen Changhe. "Lord Shen, please understand. That man has long been expelled from my Lin family tree. I have never had any contact with him in all these years. I really don't know anything about what he did."

Lin Ye immediately stood up and agreed.

Shen Changhe raised his hand and motioned Lord Lin to stand up. "I still say the same thing. I naturally believe what Uncle Lin said, but..."

He didn't finish his words, and it was this call of uncle that made Lord Lin feel a little relieved.

A lean camel is bigger than a horse. Shen Changhe can be said to be both wise and brave. Moreover, he has the support of the Fourth Prince. Even if he is in a bad state, it is still easy for him to control the Lin family. He miscalculated.

With his lowly official position, he had no right to be picky or choose his team. Even the impoverished Shen family was not something he could afford to offend.

"Then according to my nephew Shen, what should I do?"

Shen Changhe stood up slowly. "That time in Fengtian Palace, Lord Lin stopped me, which was also a gesture of loyalty to my Shen family. Now that the Lin family is in trouble, I will do my best for the sake of that day. As long as the Lin family is not involved, I will never bring disaster to the Lin family."

Lord Lin nodded hurriedly, with some shame on his old face. He never thought that an action that day would make Shen Changhe remember him as a favor.

Of course, Shen Changhe was also indirectly telling him that he, Shen Changhe, had always been clear about gratitude and resentment, and that since you have received my favor today, you should repay the favor.

As for how to repay this favor, Lord Lin curled the corners of his lips slightly and sighed heavily in his heart.

"It just so happens that my dear nephew is here today, so why not go and see Rou'er? She has been throwing a tantrum these past two days and has refused to eat, which has made your aunt very anxious and helpless."

Shen Changhe frowned slightly when he heard this.

He put the petition into his sleeve and bowed to Lin Ye, "Thank you, Brother Lin, for leading the way."

Upon seeing this, Lord Lin breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that he had been tricked. However, it was ultimately his Lin family's misfortune that affected innocent people, so he could only accept the consequences.

"......" Lin Ye nodded slightly, but he was secretly complaining in his heart. This was not the attitude he had when he was sitting in the main seat and threatening the father and son with a cold face just now.

After leaving the door, he couldn't help but say, "Brother Shen was very impressive just now."

Shen Changhe naturally heard his dissatisfaction and said softly, "Public is public, private is private. Since I have accepted this task, I should do my best."

Lin Ye pursed his lips, shook his head and sighed, “Brother Shen, it’s really a good position to take.”

I'm afraid he went straight to the Lin family on the first day of taking office.

The Lin family really lost not only their sister, but also their reputation.

After going around in circles, he was left with a thankless job. Maybe the man had already colluded with the Fourth Prince and was waiting for this day. Thinking back to the past, he finally understood what a grasshopper in autumn meant. His father had been jumping around in vain.

Although his tone was somewhat resentful, Shen Changhe knew that he was not angry, but just complaining. He did come to threaten today, and taking advantage of someone's misfortune was indeed ungentlemanly, and he was also in the wrong, so he did not respond.

"We're here," Lin Ye stopped in front of a tightly closed courtyard door. He ordered someone to open the door before saying, "Because of the rumors these days, my father has confined my sister to the courtyard. But she has a very stubborn temper and refuses to eat or drink. I think her temper will calm down after seeing you."

"Brother Chen," Lin Ye's face was solemn, "regardless of other things, Rou'er has always been deeply in love with you, and I hope you will treat her well in the future."

Shen Changhe bowed deeply to Lin Ye, “Brother Lin, don’t worry.”

Lin Ye nodded slightly, "Go in, don't stay too long, I'll wait for you here."

Both of them are noblemen who grew up in Beijing. Although the Lin family could not marry into the Shen family before, Lin Ye still has some understanding of Shen Changhe's temper. It is very rare that he can put so much thought into Rouer.

Lin Yurou's maid was standing under the eaves with her head down, wiping her tears. When she saw someone coming in, she was about to start her performance, but when she looked up and saw the face of the person who came in, she stopped talking.

She rubbed her eyes and looked again, and the person had already walked up the stairs.

She wanted to scream but didn't dare.

It was broad daylight, and Mr. Shen just walked in through the gate of the courtyard so brazenly? How shameful! How shameful!

Shen Changhe glanced at the dazed maid, walked past her and pushed the door open to enter the room.

Perhaps because of his experience, he became a lot bolder.

Lin Yurou's voice came from the inner room, "Xiao Jie, why did you come in? Didn't I ask you to guard the door?"