Chapter 682 Stopped While Patrolling the Streets
Chen Yongnian devoted all his time to organizing case files.
He tried to find something out of it, but he kept running into problems.
This time, he finally understood why his wife always encouraged him to read more books and learn more characters.
Even if someone is illiterate, they can still read the case file and know what's written inside, so there's no way they could investigate the case.
He swore that this was the most attentive and extensive reading he had ever done.
"Boss, my head is about to explode!" Xiao Fan collapsed to the ground, looking utterly hopeless.
Can anyone tell him why he is here?
Shouldn't they be patrolling the streets?
"Keep searching, there must be clues!" Chen Yongnian was unwilling to give up.
He pinched the bridge of his nose, looking slightly tired.
"Boss, we're the only ones left searching. Everyone else has taken the files to investigate! These are all pre-selected files; do we really think we can find anything out of them?"
Xiao Fan turned her head to look at Chen Yongnian, not wanting to get up.
"Perhaps?" Chen Yongnian felt that Fang Ziming wouldn't be so obvious, nor could he really be crushed to death by Xie Xing like that.
In his eyes, Fang Ziming was not someone to be trifled with; he must have left some clues.
Chen Yongnian put down the files in his hand, picked up the ones he had read before, and wanted to look through them again.
Seeing this, Xiao Fan knew he couldn't persuade her otherwise, so he could only sit up and continue helping to turn over the items.
He had only been turning over for a short while when his stomach started growling.
Xiao Fan then realized that she hadn't eaten for several meals!
He turned to Chen Yongnian and asked, "Boss, shall I go get some food?"
If he hadn't said anything, Chen Yongnian wouldn't have felt hungry.
When Xiao Fan mentioned it, he realized he was actually a little hungry.
"Okay, go get some food, I'll keep reading!" Chen Yongnian replied, then lowered his head and buried himself in the files.
He didn't know how long he had been watching, nor did he pay attention to whether Xiao Fan had returned; he just kept watching.
Finally, he discovered something strange in the files.
After searching for so long, he finally saw hope.
Chen Yongnian was overjoyed and wanted to tell Xiao Fan about it as soon as he picked up the scroll.
Looking up, he found himself all alone in the entire library.
Then, two people dressed in official robes suddenly stood at the doorway.
Chen Yongnian immediately shoved the dossier in his hand into a corner and hurried forward, saying, "Your subordinate greets Lord Zhang, thank you, Lord Zhang!"
He wanted to stop the two of them to prevent what he had found from being discovered.
Xie Xing glanced at the spot where Chen Yongnian had been standing, and then subtly introduced Zhang Xiao:
"My lord, this man is Chen Yongnian. He was the one who rescued more than ten young masters and ladies during the battle of Lianshan!"
"You flatter me, sir. It is my duty!" Chen Yongnian raised his hand in a salute and lowered his head.
“Chen Yongnian?” Zhang Xiao repeated the name, seemingly deep in thought.
After a moment, he said, "When I was in the capital, I heard that the bandits of Lianshan in Yunhe County were arrogant. Fortunately, the Chen couple cooperated from the inside and outside to wipe them out."
"These are all rumors. The victory at Lianshan was due to Lord Fang's excellent guidance. He sacrificed his daughter to launch a strong attack on Lianshan, which brought peace to the people of Yunhe County!"
At this point, Chen Yongnian lowered his head even further.
At this point in time, Fang Ziming has become a taboo subject among the officials, who dare not mention him lightly.
However, in front of the officials handling the case, Chen Yongnian spoke of Fang Ziming's past achievements.
To put it nicely, it's about daring to speak out.
To put it bluntly, it's outrageous and reckless!
If you were to ask how Chen Yongnian became so bold, it would be thanks to Wan Qiqi.
Of course, he is a man who assesses situations carefully.
He didn't believe that Zhang Xiao would come here for no reason and talk to him about these things!
“Indeed, everyone has witnessed Lord Fang’s actions, but who is without fault? It’s a pity…” Zhang Xiao sighed.
“Sir, the matter has not yet been investigated, so we cannot make any conclusions.” Chen Yongnian remained steadfast in his stance.
Upon hearing this, Xie Xing's expression changed slightly. "Yongnian, things have come to this point, why do you need to speak up for him anymore? Don't forget that he condoned his relatives' violence in Hefeng Town!"
“I haven’t forgotten, but now, isn’t this person already an official? It seems that it wasn’t approved by Lord Fang.” Chen Yongnian raised his eyes to look at Xie Xing.
His attitude towards Xie Xing also changed significantly.
Xie Xing felt it!
Zhang Xiao also sensed Chen Yongnian's displeasure with Xie Xing.
He smiled and said, "Let's not talk about those things here. Wan Qiqi from Xinglong Restaurant, whom I interrogated the other day, is she your wife?"
Chen Yongnian immediately withdrew his gaze from Xie Xing, lowered his eyes respectfully, and said, "Yes!"
"I have been in Yunhe County for several days and have heard the people praise the Xinglong Restaurant for its delicious dishes and novel snacks. I wonder if I may have the opportunity to try them?" Zhang Xiao asked.
Chen Yongnian frowned slightly, sensing that Zhang Xiao's trip to Xinglong Restaurant was surely not for anything good. He said, "Sir, there are too many people around outside. If you would like some food, I will arrange for my wife to bring some over for you to enjoy!"
“Now that we’re in Yunhe County, we should take a look around. What do you say, Xiao Xie?” Zhang Xiao looked at Xie Xing.
"What you say is true, sir!" Xie bowed and looked at Chen Yongnian. "Yongnian, I haven't visited Sister Qiqi in a long time. Today, I'll accompany Lord Zhang to see what new dishes the restaurant has."
Under pressure from both sides, Chen Yongnian had no choice but to agree, "Yes, I will arrange it immediately!"
He was displeased with Xie Xing calling her "wife" or "sister".
I've never called you that before, and I don't want to claim that connection now.
However, he could only silently complain about these things in his heart, and could not show it on his face.
“Let’s go together! Just like ordinary people, you can tell me about the current state of Yunhe County!” Zhang Xiao said.
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