Chapter 88: Evidence of crime, 500,000 silver coins, must be collected. ...
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The door opens and people come out.
King Lie came out first. He was still honest, with gentle eyes and eyebrows, and was a good guy.
I saw a group of people outside the door.
It was agreed that there would only be two door gods, Wei and Jiang?
As a result, there are so many people.
Both senior officials are here.
Two from the Ministry of Rites and the Ministry of War.
Even Huaixuan came here after hearing the news from nowhere.
Wei Tingzhong glanced at Jiang Hui beside him - he knew that it was this man who sent Ruozhao and others, and used various means to recruit them one by one.
Is she trying to use her power to suppress others and prevent the prince inside from bullying her?
Actually, it’s not necessary.
No matter which of these two princes was the one who brought down Prince Qi, neither of them would attack Yan Siqing.
As she holds the identity of Suzaku Envoy and is under the emperor's unidentified attention, all the powerful people in Chang'an have to be careful.
King Lie glanced at Chen Cangyu, who was responding to the detailed registration by Li Yu from the Dali Temple. He sneered in his heart, but smiled on the surface. He turned sideways and shouted to the back.
"Junjun, we had a great time chatting today. I have never met a woman like you before."
"If this king had not been married, I'm afraid..."
A charming and charming man walked out from behind the ordinary and wealthy prince. She was originally thinking about the next step, with a worried look on her face, sorting a stack of papers in her hands. She looked up when she heard the words.
What to call her?
Junjun.
She saw people outside. Lots of people.
Her delicate heart is like the holes of a honeycomb. She can accommodate the care and kindness of many people, but she can also smell the fragrance of medicine that she personally mixed and applied on the person leaning against the door.
The fingers holding the folded papers felt the texture, rustling slightly, and King Lie's seemingly disguised "appreciation" was actually a malicious tickling.
Perhaps only those who are aware of his evil deeds can appreciate the intention of his attack.
When others heard this, they thought it was the prince's deep affection for a merchant widow.
Jiang Hui, who was leaning against the door, stood up straight.
Huaixuan frowned and was about to speak.
Yan Siqing said, "My father and your elder brother, His Royal Highness Prince Yan, are sworn brothers, Your Majesty."
Our fathers.
King Lie: “….”
He smiled and said, "So, I was born at the wrong time, pitiful and hateful."
Yan Siqing's eyes were dark, and he stared at him for a moment, but did not reveal any meaning. King Lie did not understand, but did not say anything else, just smiled without saying anything.
The atmosphere was weird for a moment.
"Is it my turn next?"
Chen Cangyu asked proactively.
Yan Siqing: “No need.”
"You, there is no need to ask."
Chen Cangyu's expression was stiff, he didn't understand.
She knew everything, so there was no need to investigate herself?
Or is he simply trying to avoid suspicion with himself?
If it was the former, then King Lie had given up? Sold himself out?
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When these words were spoken, many people present had their eyebrows twitching.
And Yan Siqing reached out and handed the stack of papers in his hand to Jiang Hui in front of everyone.
She didn't say anything. Jiang Hui looked puzzled, "This..."
"Go ahead."
Jiang Hui narrowed his eyes, showing a look of surprise and doubt, but still turned around and left with the paper.
Then Yan Siqing called Wei Tingzhong and Jian Wuliang away.
They didn't know what they were discussing, but they didn't even need to interrogate him about the hidden jade?
So they interrogated the two princes.
The real murderer, choose one
What on earth had she determined from this?
Prince Lie and Prince Ling, one is honest and calm with a sweet smile, the other is sneering but uneasy.
It is not easy for people to judge.
All they could do was watch Yan Siqing handle the case in an incomprehensible way.
Those being investigated couldn't figure her out.
Perhaps, even the murderer is not sure what she is thinking now.
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compartment.
This time, Jian Wuliang spoke first, "Is it a negotiation?"
If it weren't for negotiations, there would be no need for Yan Siqing to meet alone.
Only when they are alone will one of the two real "culprits" speak, otherwise it would be tantamount to confessing his guilt.
The result of the negotiation was given to Jiang Hui.
Yan Siqing didn't say who it was, but only said: "It was a negotiation, and I got a person's identity and salary position."
"It's recorded on paper. Let the Crown Prince go and get the person."
"I hope it's not too late."
Wei Tingzhong had been observing her, but upon hearing this, he straightened up just like Jiang Hui.
They looked surprised and puzzled, too shocked to speak for a moment. Only after a while did Wei Tingzhong say, "I really didn't expect your methods to be so cunning and unconventional. I guess the murderer didn't expect you to exploit his plan to achieve your goal and make a huge profit."
Whose life can be compared with hundreds of thousands of silver in military pay and being one of the main culprits in the Snowman Valley incident?
Yan Siqing's methods may seem tricky, but they are understandable. It's just that no one has the courage to do so.
After all...what about infectious diseases?
"Your Highness is going out like this? Is that okay?" Jian Wuliang didn't suspect that he was infected, but he was just worried that it wasn't rigorous enough. Of course, this kind of carelessness could lead to additional risks in terms of military pay.
He just thought... Yan Siqing was reluctant to let Jiang Hui take such a risk.
There was a hint of speculation in his eyes.
It was as if he had already seen that she was not completely ruthless and self-controlled.
After all, he is the Shaoqing of Dali Temple.
Yan Siqing muttered to himself: This guy isn't that capable of investigating cases, but other things about him are... a bit smart.
She ignored the hidden meaning.
But replied.
"As long as we can find the money, we can support the border."
"It's not just a matter of money, it's a matter of energy and momentum."
"Snowman Valley is still in the hands of the Northern Yue Kingdom. All the people have perished, and a number of surviving soldiers and generals have been unjustly executed. A large amount of money raised from the people is also suspected to have fallen into enemy hands. Although the previous case revealed that the military pay was missing, the people probably don't believe it. This is a huge blow to the prestige of the court and the reputation of Your Majesty, and the people don't trust it."
"The Yu Kingdom's foundation is unstable."
"The Dian Cang tribe's sudden attack must have been caused by the Beiyu Kingdom and Wu Hu He Yun. I don't know much about him; he's a high-ranking general on the front lines, after all. But I've dealt with merchants from the Beiyu Kingdom, and they all agree that he's the one who beheaded the Heavenly General. He's fierce but sharp, and definitely not a reckless person. He must have calculated ten steps before taking one."
"He saw signs of domestic instability and wanted to give it a push."
"For him, fighting on the border would drain the empire's vitality and exacerbate internal turmoil. The more chaotic the internal situation, the easier it would be for him to gain control of the border. He might even capture another fortress. Then, with enemies from both the north and the south, it would be hard to predict the outcome."
"Finding it not only proves that the military pay has not fallen into enemy hands, but also increases our own strength. It will be a great morale boost for both the people and the soldiers on the front lines."
"Before this matter, everything else is trivial."
"Even though we might all die here from this disease."
Yan Siqing's brows were composed, and she looked even more indecisive and tired than usual. After all, it had been a whole night, and she was a little tired. However, despite this tiredness, she still maintained a calm and confident belief.
Strategic control.
Wei Tingzhong and the others had an inexplicable feeling: Why didn't she have someone more worthy of her birth? If she were in the royal family, if she were a man, if she could serve as an official in the court, even if she could weigh in on the affairs of the world, how wonderful it would be.
Jian Wuliang suddenly recalled what she had said and done to her unscrupulous late husband in front of the beauty in Dali Temple.
Her respect and compromise are not out of consideration for old friendship, nor is it because she is naturally tolerant.
Instead, she cares more about the overall situation and the affairs of her family and country.
It's more than a pity for her.
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Daybreak is coming.
Everyone is still under their own supervision, which also implies that they are being cared for and treated.
The busiest people were the servants and the imperial doctors.
Kitchen pharmacies, etc. are also using pesticides in an attempt to suppress this disease that may have already spread.
Prince Lie and Chen Zangyu could not meet each other because of the isolation, and even if there was no isolation, it would be impossible for them to meet.
Chen Cangyu stood in the house, looking out the window. The sound of rain was still there, but it was already dawn.
He remembered that when they parted, Lie Wang Chao gave him a look.
And he deliberately showed his vague favor to Yan Siqing in front of so many people.
He understood.
When we were eating hot pot in the farmyard, the other party deliberately mentioned "please accept it" and now he deliberately mentioned it again.
If it was to provoke Yan Siqing, there was definitely no need to do so. King Lie was not a man who acted on impulse.
Chen Cangyu thought for a while, and his expression suddenly changed.
money!
Is Yan Siqing on the right track?
Negotiate with King Lie for military pay?
Success?
If she had some evidence against them, I'm afraid...King Lie would have to give in.
But they don't have any military pay. It's been so many years. Even if that person really embezzled the military pay, he would have used it up long ago.
Chen Cangyu is just a subordinate after all. It is impossible for him to fully grasp King Lie's background, and he has no chance to talk to him. Now he can only speculate alone in the room - did King Lie hand over the person?
But he was clear about one thing - Yan Siqing would not take action unless he was sure of success.
Outsiders did not know the inside story of her negotiations with King Lie, and it was difficult to guess whether King Lie could remain stable.
Chen Cangyu could only recall: Since the White Horse Temple, have they revealed any flaws?
Even if there is, it is absolutely impossible to prove King Lie.
Therefore, no matter what, King Lie would not take a move that would cause the most damage or even lead to failure.
You have to know that person is not an easy chess piece to control.
Chen Zangyu suddenly sat down and drank some water.
He bet that King Lie remained stable and they did not lose.
However, he didn't know that Jiang Hui opened the paper and found a page inside which did contain a list and the destination of the military pay.
"Is it him?" Jiang Hui's expression darkened.
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In the room, King Lie had a cold expression, and there was a hint of cunning in his coldness.
Explain?
Give me a shit!
A mere businessman thinks he is so powerful.
He gave her an identity and asked her to hand it over to Jiang Hui for investigation.
However, that was not the same person as before, but a minister who seemed neutral in private but was actually dissatisfied with him. Although the other party was not close to Prince Yan and was not on good terms with Jiang Hui, he was a member of the Zhongzheng and primogeniture faction and privately believed that stability was the most important thing. However, even Prince Yan probably didn't know this.
His elder brother was extremely aloof and never got involved in trying to win over court officials.
Tsk, go check it out!
King Lie sneered and drank his tea calmly.
The reason why he dared to fool Yan Siqing like this was that he was gambling - gambling that the disease caused by the murderer would break out soon.
If things get out of hand, she won't be able to hold the power like she does now.
And he wasn't afraid of the suspicions she had raised earlier, because...
The narrow city should have succeeded.
Her child.
Only daughter.
Can't you make her give in? I'm afraid you can make her kneel down and act like a dog.
King Lie sneered repeatedly but was not panicked.
Dawn was about to break outside, but the dampness was tinged with the faint smell of grass and trees.
Hot spring villa, back mountain.
A figure was quietly knocking out the guard, coming out from the back window, quickly climbing over the wall along the eaves path, and rushing into the mountains.
When you are about to enter the hot spring mountain trail.
Across the street, the path.
A man walked out from behind the tree.
Take a step and stand on the steps with a strong smell of earth.
Looking down at him.
"And I'm wearing a nightgown."
"It's an assassin."
"Then you can fight."
It’s Jiang Hui.
The man's pupils vibrated.
Too late to react...
The sword is unsheathed.
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Zhuangzi made a big move.
It's been a restless night, and it's almost dawn, so what's going on?!
The exhausted nobles had to get up again.
I don’t know if I’m infected or not.
But they all felt like they were going to be sick.
Too tired.
Oh my God!
Xie Juanshu was also extremely tired. He rubbed his brows and was about to send his servants to inquire about the situation when the news came instead.
It’s the prince who is arresting people.
assassin?
Suspected assassin.
But after being caught, it wasn't.
Remove the black mask...it turns out to be...
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Wei Tingzhong, Jian Wuliang and others blocked the man's escape route from different angles.
It's blocked and there's no way out.
His eyes flickered, and he wanted to commit suicide with a hidden weapon, but Jiang Hui had already made his move.
After a few rounds, the man was pinned down.
There was no way to resist.
As he struggled desperately, he heard footsteps and saw the light of a flickering lamp.
He was startled, craned his neck to look up, and saw it.
At the other end of the corridor.
A man slowly walked out of the corner under the protection of guards and servants.
The eyebrows and eyes were half-hidden in the glow of the orange lamp.
There were two princes who were invited over later.
Prince Lie and Prince Ling had different expressions, but they both remained calm at the time.
Watertight.
He suddenly understood and looked at Jiang Hui again.
First, she pretended to let him think that King Lie had given her away, so she could only flee temporarily. After all, fleeing to Beiyu Kingdom still had a bright future.
Second, the reason why these people were brought to that courtyard was actually because Jiang Hui did it on purpose. It was not because he was afraid that King Lie would do something wrong, but to let him see the signs that King Lie might have betrayed him.
These two people cooperated very well!
"You guys did it on purpose."
"You designed all this."
Cai Kangxin screamed in disbelief.
Yan Siqing confirmed his identity and said nothing more. He raised his hand and stroked his lips, "Cover it, don't die."
She stepped back, turned around and left, passing by the calm King Lie.
Evidence?
Now we have it.
We have to raise the 500,000 yuan in military pay even if we don’t want to.
You have to pay for it. After all, the people's money spent on the searches over the years has been enough.
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