128. Uproot

In the alley at night, the black-clad spies surrounded the place from front to back, making it impossible to get through.

Chen Ji leaned against the eaves of the wall, silently watching the shopkeeper Yuan in the encirclement through the gaps in the crowd.

He suddenly realized that he might not have the chance to kill the man again. The Secret Service's attention to this shopkeeper, Yuan, was far beyond his imagination.

This is the first Jing Dynasty official captured by the Secret Service. If they make good use of him, they will be able to tear a huge wound in the Jing Dynasty Military Intelligence Department.

Jin Zhu ignored Manager Yuan, but squeezed out of the crowd and pulled Chen Ji aside.

He lowered his voice and said, "You are too brave, boy. You haven't even started practicing cultivation yet, and you dare to chase him alone? What if he has the energy to resist? Even a trapped beast can still fight back. If he is really cruel enough to drag you down with him, where can you go to seek justice?"

Chen Ji explained, "Sir, this beast's identity is extraordinary. We still need to use him to interrogate new things. How can we let him escape?"

Jin Zhu was at a loss for words. "It was my fault, too. I was worried you wouldn't be able to act like it, so I didn't tell you about this plan. Everything tonight was planned. There's no way he'll get away."

Chen Ji smiled and said, "I'm glad I didn't delay your plans."

The Golden Pig warned repeatedly: "Don't be so reckless."

He turned back to the alley and dismissed all the spies. He then squatted in front of Shopkeeper Yuan and said solemnly, "Shopkeeper Yuan, are you recovering? If Tianma hadn't just fed you the 'Divine Bridge' refined by the Taoist Master Huangshan, you would have been dead by now."

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"I know, I know, I recognize 'God Bridge'"

Shopkeeper Yuan nodded hurriedly.

Jin Zhu Zhan Yan said with a smile, "Do you have anything you want to tell me now? You've seen the Minister's instructions. As long as you cooperate, a bright future awaits you."

Shopkeeper Yuan lowered his head and struggled for a few seconds. When he looked up again, he said, "I'm in Luo City, and many of my accomplices haven't been caught yet."

The corners of the Golden Pig's mouth curled up slightly, and a smile could not be hidden in his eyes: "Oh? Tell me about it."

Shopkeeper Yuan gritted his teeth and said, "Kang Bo, the chief clerk of Mengjin County, is one of our men."

Jin Zhu winked at the spy, and someone immediately left in a hurry, riding at full speed to Mengjin County to bring Kang Bo to justice.

Shopkeeper Yuan continued, "The guys in Yingxianlou, Zhang Tong and Zhao Guang, are all our people."

Golden Pig exclaimed, "This is a place where a little effort can achieve great results. The Yingxian Tower is full of dignitaries and nobles. Anything they talk about during the banquet could be classified as confidential."

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Shopkeeper Yuan shook his head. "Those gentlemen always love to brag after drinking. Those of us hiding there hear fantastic intelligence every day, but it's often later proven to be false. There was once a young scholar who, after drinking, claimed that a relative of his was the Governor-General of Liangjiang and told a lot of secrets about the two regions. We approved funding to approach him, entertain him, and try to persuade him to defect. But later we discovered that he had only met the Governor-General once from a distance."

The golden pig opened its mouth but couldn't speak for a long time.

Shopkeeper Yuan continued, "We also own the grain and oil shop next to the government office."

"We own Mingquanyuan in Baiyi Lane and Hongxiuzhao in Hongyi Lane."

As Manager Yuan spoke more and more, Jin Zhu became more and more frightened. He had never expected that there were so many Jing Dynasty thieves hiding in Luo City. As soon as Manager Yuan opened his mouth, he cleared out the entire Luo City Military Intelligence Department.

However, this wasn't what Jin Zhu wanted to know most. He asked coldly, "We can grab these scraps anytime. I just want to know, is the big shot in Prince Jing's mansion who's connected to you actually Prince Jing?"

But then I heard Shopkeeper Yuan say, "It's not Prince Jing, it's a princess."

Chen Ji's heart was in suspense again, and his eyes were fixed on Manager Yuan.

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What should I do if the other party gives Yun Fei away?

Should he find a way to kill Concubine Yun, or escape before she is captured?

In front of Shopkeeper Yuan, Jin Zhu narrowed his eyes and asked, "Which princess? Concubine Yun or Concubine Jing?"

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Shopkeeper Yuan said, "I don't know either!"

Jin Zhu was furious: "You are Si Cao, and you say you don't know?"

A man standing by stepped forward and said, "Sir, it must be Concubine Jing!"

Jin Zhu slowly turned his head: "Because she is Liu Mingxian's sister?"

“That’s right!”

Jin Zhu said, "But my informant said that Concubine Jing and Liu Mingxian have been at odds for a long time. They had an argument in the Liu family ancestral hall earlier this year. Concubine Jing will definitely not cooperate with Liu Mingxian's plan."

Chen Ji pondered for a long time: "But what if the mastermind behind the rebellion was Liu Gun, the Liu Ge Lao, from the beginning? Concubine Jing can refuse Liu Mingxian's orders, but she may not be able to refuse her father's orders. If the Liu family doesn't even trust their own people, how can they trust outsiders!"

Jin Zhu was thoughtful. "Yes, we are a family after all. Then we should investigate Concubine Jing as a suspect and put everyone around her under surveillance. Anyone who leaves the palace should be followed. Let's see where they go, who they meet, and what they say!"

Chen Ji breathed a sigh of relief.

Golden Pig turned around, stared at Shopkeeper Yuan, and said unhappily, "As a dignified Si Cao, how could you not even know who you are connected to?"

Manager Yuan hurriedly explained: "I just took up the position and became the Si Cao."

Golden Pig raised an eyebrow: "What do you mean?"

Manager Yuan said, "Luocheng was originally under the charge of Si Caogui. He was a direct descendant of the previous military strategist, Lu Jin. After Lu Jin stepped down, Si Caoxin was transferred to Luocheng to replace him. Later, Si Caoxin was murdered with a firearm, and Si Caogui disappeared. This gave me the opportunity to become the new Si Caoxin."

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Golden Pig wondered, "So, you were just promoted from Hai Dong Qing... But such a serious matter, even if it was your first day as Si Cao, you should have known about it."

Manager Yuan explained, "Si Caogui has always had a firm grasp on the Wangfu line. Now that he's gone, I don't even know how to get in touch with the Wangfu."

Jin Zhu said angrily, "Then why don't you try to contact Prince Jing's Mansion again?"

Shopkeeper Yuan said helplessly: "Sir, I haven't figured out a solution yet. I was captured by you. As long as you and the Minister of Internal Affairs can set me free, I have a way to find out who is the important person."

Jin Zhu asked nonchalantly, "What is Shopkeeper Yuan planning to do?"

Manager Yuan thought for a moment and said, "The Jing Dynasty's Military Intelligence Department's influence in Luocheng has been completely eradicated. It's no longer possible for them to contact that important figure in the palace. Please assign a few people to me. I will train them well and teach them all the secret codes of the Military Intelligence Department. Have them go and test Concubine Jing. Then, we'll know if she is the Concubine Jing or not."

Jinzhu smacked his lips, wondering if this was the same trick Xifeng used to trick Liu Mingxian by pretending to be Si Zhu.

But this set of methods is indeed useful.

Shopkeeper Yuan asked, "Master Jinzhu, does the Secret Service have an informant who has close ties to the palace? If so, that would be great. Train him, and he'll definitely be able to deceive that important figure."

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Jinzhu slowly looked at the results around him…Isn’t this the best candidate?

Chen Ji hesitated for a moment, but finally took a step forward: "Sir, for the overall situation, I can take on this important task."

However, Jin Zhu said angrily: "Are you crazy? Why are you going where there is danger? You can't go."

After that, he beckoned Xifeng over and said, "Transfer the informant we planted in the palace to Manager Yuan. Within half a month, I want to know the results of the test.

The results of the investigation."

Xifeng clasped his fists and said, "As you command!"

Chen Ji looked at Manager Yuan deeply and stopped talking.

Shopkeeper Yuan asked, "Master Jinzhu, can you spread the news that I'm dead? Also, I need someone to protect me until I'm fully recovered."

Golden Pig smiled and reassured him, "Don't worry, someone will protect you. Even if a Dao-seeking Realm expert comes, they won't be able to harm you. After this is over, the new identity and official position that the Minister of Internal Affairs has promised you will also be given to you."

After saying that, he kindly helped Manager Yuan to get up and get into a carriage.

Chen Ji was about to evacuate with Xifeng. But then Jin Zhu lifted the carriage curtain and waved to him, "Chen Ji, get in."

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He got into the car, and before he could even sit down, he heard Manager Yuan suddenly say, "By the way, my Lords, I know a secret about Lu Jin."

Jin Zhu perked up, leaning forward slightly, and asked rapidly, "Lu Jin? Which retired military strategist? What's the secret?"

Shopkeeper Yu chose his words carefully and said, "There has always been a legend in the Jing Dynasty's Military Intelligence Department that Military Strategy Envoy Lu Jin actually has a sister in the Ning Dynasty. His ability to assassinate the Minister of Revenue was also due to his sister's contribution."

Jin Zhu raised his voice: "Lu Jin has a sister? How come I've never heard anyone mention it?"

Chen Ji's heart suddenly felt lifted up again, as if someone was holding it.

If this shopkeeper Yuan is not removed, there will be endless troubles.

The newly appointed military strategist Lu Guanwu was also a fool. He actually sent a spineless person to Luocheng.

In the swaying carriage, Shopkeeper Yuan leaned weakly against the wall and explained, "It's just a rumor. But I believe it's not groundless."

The Golden Pig became serious: "Tell me about it."

Shopkeeper Yuan asked, "Does your Excellency know how Lu Jin assassinated the Minister of Revenue?"

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Jin Zhu recalled, "I've seen that file. It was Laba (Twelfth Night) that day. Minister of Revenue Chen Luyi and members of the Chen family went to Yuanjue Temple to ring the bell and distribute porridge. On the way, Chen Luyi had something urgent to do and secretly returned to the city. However, he was ambushed by Lu Jin on the way."

He continued, "Based on the battlefield investigation, Lu Jin was alone at the time. Killing a Minister of Revenue would normally be incredibly difficult. But that day, Chaha Chen Luyi left most of his entourage and guards with the Chen clan. He only brought four guest officials with him. This gave Lu Jin an opportunity to exploit. In the end, Lu Jin killed the four guest officials of the Chen clan, cut off Chen Luyi's head, and fled all the way back to Shengjing City, Jing Dynasty."

Manager Yuan asked, "Don't you find it strange, sir? How could he have known Chen Luyi's whereabouts without help? Lu Jin has been lurking in the Ning Dynasty for years, patiently waiting for this opportunity. So what has he been doing during all these years?"

Jin Zhu was puzzled: "That only means that Lu Jin has helpers. How can you be so sure that he has a sister? And his sister is in Ning Dynasty?"

Shopkeeper Yuan said, "Lu Jin has always had a sister, but he always claimed she died young of smallpox. However, seven years ago, Lu Jin executed a young nobleman by military law. When the man's father learned of this, he dug up the Lu family's ancestral grave to vent his anger. The grave where Lu Jin's sister should have been buried was empty. After this incident, Lu Jin used drastic measures and ordered assassins from the Military Intelligence Department to exterminate the nobleman's entire family."

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Shopkeeper Yuan sneered, "Outsiders think he's just angry because his ancestral grave was dug up. But how could someone like Lu Jin be angry about something like this? I think he just wants to cover up the empty grave. Sir, follow the clues from that year and investigate again. Perhaps we can find his sister!"

End of this chapter.

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