Emperor Ming Dynasty

Chapter 186
Back at the yamen, Tuiguan sat on the grand master's chair with a happy smile.

"My lord, the Jiang family is one of the largest families in Jiang Xia, so it will be released this time."

Holding the ledger, the master stroked his beard and said with a smile, "Shops, houses, fields, ten thousand taels of silver can still be found."

Hearing this, the pusher suddenly asked: "I've come to Wuchang not long ago, does the Jiang family have any talents, Juren?"

This depends on the order of the person, and there can be no negligence.

"No!" The master said softly, "Then the Jiang family has only been around for 40 years. They were born as tenants. The old man Jiang Xun was selected as a scholar, and his son, Jiang Wenhua, who died of illness, became a juren."

"After all, it's a poor foundation, no blessings to enjoy, and died of illness when he was in his thirties. It's just a pity to have such a huge family fortune."

The Tuiguan breathed a sigh of relief, and said coldly: "It's fine if you don't have any fame, even if you have some contacts, you have to give away most of your net worth."

For merchants, without a backer, or without fame, they are just fat sheep waiting to be slaughtered.

The so-called budding of capital is just bureaucratic capital, regardless of Song or Ming.

For the yamen, such a lawsuit can be said to be a sleight of hand, and it can eat a lot of fat.

"My lord, it's fortunate that you came early. I heard that the Jiangxia county government office behind you, the third class of government officials, is already on the move."

"That's right, I understand the people's sentiments!"

The pusher puffed out his chest, quite proudly.

"Ascension to the Hall—"

"~Wei—"

"~Wu—"

Row to row, six servants, holding water and fire sticks, black and red, beat the ground rhythmically.

On the one hand, it is to deter prisoners, and on the other hand, it also means to be mighty and unyielding.

In the middle of the courtroom, there is a public case, on which the pusher sits.

On the wall behind the koan, there is a painting of "sea water rising to the sun", which has a profound meaning. It is painted with strange beasts, greedy and greedy, devouring the sun.

It means clean and honest.

On the left and right of the public case, there are "Quiet", "Avoidance" plates, official title plates, and military sticks, which are collectively referred to as "deacons" to strengthen their prestige.

On the official case, there are usually seals, patent seal holders, sign holders containing orders, pen holders, pen holders, black and red inkstones, gavels, signs for hearing lawsuits, etc. in order.

In addition to the mighty voice that disturbs people's minds, any farmer who has never seen the world has long been frightened into a war between the two, and confessed indiscriminately.

But the Jiang Chen family, or the Jiang family, etc., were from a wealthy family.

"Folkwomen (grassmen) kowtow to your lord!"

The two sides knelt down, although their faces were pale, but they were trying to maintain their dignity.

"Pa——" the pusher patted the gavel directly, and asked: "Jiang Chen, why did you sue the Jiang clan?"

"The women have never filed a complaint!" Jiang Chen said helplessly.

"Absurd, I heard it with my own ears, and the dispute between you and others almost led to a murder case."

The pusher said loudly: "Both of you, hurry up and prepare the pleadings, and the court will open for another trial tomorrow!"

After speaking, a few words are ready to end.

"My lord, the women's house is closed, and they are homeless!" Jiang Chen said with tears, like pear blossoms with rain.

Hearing this, the Tuiguan couldn't help being stunned when he saw that he was dressed in filial piety, with picturesque features, plump body, and charming every move.

"My lord, the shops and fields are where my family eats. Now that they are closed, don't they want to go hungry?"

Seeing this, Jiang Wenming gritted his teeth and interrupted the absent-minded Tuiguan.

"You have a lawsuit in your body, how can you use it again?"

The pusher snorted coldly: "It's up to you, I'll return it to you."

Now, the Jiang Chen family and the Jiang family members all had heartaches on their faces and were extremely annoyed.

Especially Jiang Wenming and others cursed the Jiang Chen family who didn't know good from bad.

The pusher announced with a smug smile that the hall was over.

This lawsuit will never stop unless it lasts for three to five months.

During this period of time, everyone in the yamen can do their best to eat up the plaintiff and the defendant to reap benefits, and the promotion of officials will naturally take the lead.

In the end, only the Jiang Chen family and the Jiang family were the ones who suffered.

This is still scruples.

If they were sent directly to prison, the plaintiff and the defendant would have to squeeze out all the oil and water, and in the end they would come out halfway, losing money and people.

Jiang Chen's heart was cut like a knife and came back.

"Sister, what's the matter?" The remaining concubines said hurriedly one by one.

"The Jiang family is completely defeated."

Jiang Chen's clear and beautiful face was full of sadness: "Xiao Qi, when the child is born, no matter male or female, we will live a good life."

All the concubines finally panicked.

In this chaotic world, without the protection of the Jiang family, their situation would be extremely miserable. If it was a peaceful time, they would have remarried long ago.

The two children also cried.

The house slaves were dejected and their faces were ashamed.

"Ma'am, the Jiang family has been so kind to me, but now—"

Several guards took the lead in resigning.

The house slaves are ready to move, but their physical deeds are in their hands, so they dare not act presumptuously.

As for escaping, or robbing, or killing the master, it would be tantamount to death, or even be arrested by the government.

Violating the rules of the feudal vested interests, the ending will be even worse.

Not far away, many local hooligans stood waiting, staring at each other with greed in their eyes.

Looking back, Jiang Chen's house was completely sealed up, the autumn wind was rustling, and the land was in ruins.

For a moment, she felt extremely difficult, thinking about the miserable situation in the future, she had the thought of following her.

"Jiang Chen, no matter what the lawsuit is, there is absolutely no place for you in the Jiang family."

At this time, Jiang Wenming came forward with the help of his old uncle, and angrily scolded.

The eyes are full of greed: "I will never let you go, let you pretend to be high."

And the sympathy of the old man before has also disappeared now, and his face is ashen.

Jiang Chen gritted her teeth, glaring angrily, her face was extremely pale.

This time, it was a complete blow to the hearts of the people, and the concubines and maids couldn't help crying, their faces full of sorrow.

Those who have some color, don't they sell the brothel, ruin it, and can't live for a few days.

I don't know how long it took, but suddenly, a yamen servant came and announced loudly: "Mr. Jiang Chen, your lawsuit is completely settled, and all the property of Mr. Jiang's family is under your control."

"As for the family property you seized, you must hand it over within a month, or you will be served in prison."

Glancing at Jiang Wenming and the others, the yamen servant was about to leave with a big belly.

"My lord, didn't your lord Tuiguan just say something and the case has not been closed yet?"

Jiang Chen was very pleasantly surprised, hurriedly stuffed a piece of silver, and asked.

"Putting the officer? The old man can't protect himself, he has already been taken down."

The yamen servant weighed the weight and snorted coldly:
"I heard that it was the secret patrol of the Hanyang Prince's Mansion. He inspected the local people's conditions, and immediately took down the pusher and ransacked the house. The Taizun panicked."

"You can be regarded as lucky. With the help of noble people, the secret inspector heard about this and closed the case directly."

After speaking, he waved his hands respectfully and left directly.

After all, the Jiang family has not declined and is worthy of respect.

Jiang Wenming and others were even more stunned, with disbelief on their faces.

A group of Yingying and Yanyan were also full of joy, weeping with joy.

"Hanyang Palace?"

Only Jiang Chenshi, her bright eyes are full of curiosity and exploration.

She seemed to think of that young man who is not afraid of danger outside this door.

(End of this chapter)