Liu Yingying had naturally seen that list as well.
The above is all evidence of Lin Shichang's bribery of powerful and influential families in the capital over the years.
"Bang!" Prime Minister Pei slammed the list on the table, looking extremely angry.
"Well, well! I really underestimated this illegitimate son of the Marquis of Yong'an! He couldn't make a name for himself in the capital, so he ran off to the provinces to bully others!"
In order to preserve his wealth and status for a long time, he did not hesitate to commit so many capital crimes!
Embezzling disaster relief funds, illegally constructing large-scale projects, exploiting the people, wasting public resources... the list of his crimes is endless!
After a while, when Prime Minister Pei had recovered from his anger, Liu Yingying asked in a low voice, "Then how does Your Excellency intend to deal with Lin Shichang?"
Prime Minister Pei snorted, "Others may fear the Yong'an Marquis's mansion, but I am not! I will go and explain this matter to His Majesty tomorrow!"
Liu Yingying was overjoyed, "Your Excellency is wise!"
But then she thought of something else.
"What's wrong?" Pei Yuan looked at her.
Liu Yingying asked, "Sir, could you possibly save Lord Shen Shangxu's life?"
Although Prime Minister Pei has stated his intention to deal with Lin Shichang, the complex web of connections behind him will take time to resolve.
She feared that Lord Shen wouldn't live to see that day.
Pei Yuan pondered deeply. He naturally understood Liu Yingying's meaning and thought for a moment before speaking.
"I just received news this morning that Ningzhou County has been experiencing torrential rains for days, causing the Luo River to breach its banks and flooding six or seven counties and towns downstream."
"As for Shen Shangxu, the magistrate of Furong County, he was escorted to the capital half a month ago. If he doesn't encounter any trouble on the way, he should arrive in a few days!"
Liu Yingying's heart skipped a beat, and her mind went blank for a moment.
Although she had long anticipated that the Luohe project would run into problems, the fact that these problems actually occurred still caught her somewhat off guard.
Thinking of this, Liu Yingying's expression immediately turned serious, and she said, word by word, "I hope Your Excellency will see this clearly! Lin Shichang is the highest official in Ningzhou County. His subordinates are either in cahoots with him, or those who dare to resist him are either killed by him or suffer the same fate as Lord Shen!"
"If you want to convict Lin Shichang, then Lord Shen is a crucial witness. He... he can't be allowed to get into trouble!"
Prime Minister Pei, with a shrewd and calculating air, said, "Don't worry, I will send people to protect him."
"Thank you, sir!" Liu Yingying finally breathed a sigh of relief!
But Prime Minister Pei was still looking at him meaningfully.
Liu Yingying was taken aback at first, but quickly understood and said, "Don't worry, sir, I will do my best to cure your stubborn illness. In fact, after these two acupuncture and medicine treatments, your blood vessels have been almost unblocked. From now on, you only need to take medicine once every six months!"
As he spoke, he handed over a bottle of pills.
Pei Yuan took it and saw that there were two pills in the transparent glass bottle.
According to her, one pill should be taken every six months, which is a year's supply. I will have to go back to her after a year!
"Hehe, Lady Ning'an is too kind!"
"Your Excellency has worked tirelessly for the country and its people, and this is the only thing I can do for you!" Liu Yingying replied humbly.
This made Pei Yuan feel a little better.
But after Liu Yingying left, he asked Zhongbo beside him, "Pei Zhong, what is your opinion of the Lady of Ning'an County?"
Pei Zhong replied truthfully, "Your Excellency, the Lady of Ning'an County holds an official title, so it's inappropriate for me to make any comments. However, since Your Excellency has instructed me to speak, I dare not disobey..."
"I believe that Lady Ning'an is a true heroine among women. She is not bound by trivialities, is loyal and righteous, and is definitely not an ordinary person!"
Hearing this, Pei Yuan looked at him with some surprise, "I didn't expect you to have such a high opinion of him?"
"Master, did I say something wrong?" Pei Zhong immediately put on a look of fear.
Having served Pei Yuan for decades, he naturally knew what to say, what not to say, and when to stop.
"Alright, alright, you can go now!" Pei Yuan waved his hand impatiently.
"Yes, sir!"
Liu Yingying couldn't finish her meal at the Pei residence, but her heart was still heavy with worry.
I originally thought that as long as I delivered the list to the capital, my mission would be complete, but I never expected so many complications to arise.
It seems that she can only retire successfully once Lord Shen has arrived safely in the capital.
However, now that Prime Minister Pei has taken over the matter, it has indeed saved her a lot of trouble.
In the days that followed, she could focus on opening the snack shop first, and then help Hui Niang find her son.
And... investigate the information about the Yiyue clan assassins!
She was walking along the long bluestone street with her umbrella when suddenly a procession came rushing towards her.
She saw that the leader was a general fully armed in silver armor, tall and spirited.
Just as Liu Yingying felt that the figure looked familiar, the general had already stopped his horse in front of her.
"Lord Ning'an, it's been a long time!"
A familiar voice came from above. Liu Yingying looked up abruptly and saw Jiang Rucheng smiling gently at her.
"Young Master Jiang, it's you! Where are you going?"
"A flood has occurred in Ningzhou, and more than a dozen counties have been devastated. His Majesty has ordered me to go there to provide disaster relief!" Time was of the essence, so Jiang Rucheng kept his words brief.
"I was hoping to have a meal with Lady Ning'an when I had the chance, but now even that wish will not be fulfilled... Farewell, Lady Ning'an!"
They were from two different worlds. By the time he returned from disaster relief, Liu Yingying should have already left the capital.
Thinking of this, Jiang Rucheng felt a pang of regret that he couldn't quite put into words.
Liu Yingying found him acting rather strangely today.
Even though they weren't exactly acquaintances, she felt as if they had known each other for a long time.
Bringing her thoughts back to reality, Liu Yingying bowed slightly, "Then this humble servant wishes the General a swift completion of his mission!"
"Very well! Then I'll take your kind words, Your Excellency!" Jiang Rucheng's lips curled slightly upward as he spurred his horse away...
Liu Yingying watched as Shen Shangxu and his group disappeared from sight before turning her gaze away.
There was a flood in Ningzhou County. I wonder what happened to Baotian Town in Furong County?
Although she had planned ahead, she had Lu Daikui and others dig canals downstream of Baotian Town.
Once the upstream dikes breach, the released river water can be diverted through various channels, preventing significant damage to downstream land and houses.
But this is just her estimate; the actual situation remains to be seen…
The snack shop began its trial operation early the next morning.
Although these people had never eaten skewers before, and many of them didn't even know what this shop was selling.
However, a long queue still formed at the entrance, simply because Liu Yingying had hired someone to stand at the shop entrance and call out to customers.
"Don't miss out! Our shop is open today, and everyone can try three snacks for free!"
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