Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 75 Virtue is the foundation, wealth is the end

The arsonist, Chen Zhi!

As soon as these words were said, the surrounding area suddenly became quiet.

A famous stall owner backed away one after another with different expressions. Although Chen Asan looked happy, he knew it was inappropriate and quickly lowered his head to hide his expression.

"Oh? Chen Zhi set the fire? Do you have proof? Then let him come and confront him." Liu Yang squinted his eyes, his expression became serious, and he glanced at everyone. There was already a guess in his heart, so he knew that Chen Zhi had left. And he said that deliberately.

The charge of arson is not a small one. Even a son of aristocratic family would not be able to suppress it. He must be asked clearly.

When he asked this question, the expressions of the people opposite him became unnatural again.

Bai Qing looked embarrassed. He had just made up his mind when he was asked about his idea and had to answer. He could only say truthfully: "Well, Chen Zhiren has already run away."

"Run away?" Liu Yang raised his eyebrows, "Is it true that I have no news? When Chen Zhi came to the appointment tonight, he brought a book boy, a scholar, and a book boy. Surrounded by so many people, he lit the fire Lou still ran away?" He showed a mocking tone.

As if to match his words, there were endless shouts and shouts all around, and a famous nurse and servants were running around extremely busy. A rough calculation showed that there were at least more than 20 people, most of whom were powerful nurses.

A weak scholar brought a bottle of oil, set fire, and tried to escape without a trace under the siege of the nursing home. No one would believe it. Naturally, they would not have thought that Chen Zhi sent Kong Li to disrupt the situation. , and planned the retreat route in advance.

But until now, Bai Qing has already opened the bow and has no arrows to turn back. He can only continue: "Chen Zhi is cunning and has external support. I guess Chen... probably colluded with many accomplices to escape." He finally managed to escape. There was still a sliver of rationality, and at first he wanted to say that the Chen family was helping, but then he realized that if the Chen family was involved now, he would lose the opportunity to make progress every step of the way, there would be no way out, and the nature of the whole matter would change.

This is just like the court prosecutors, who first target small officials and minor officials, follow the clues step by step, and finally pry down the entire wall. This is a method of fighting that uses small things to make big gains.

"There is no basis for what you say, but is there any evidence?" Liu Yang remained unmoved, looking businesslike.

"Yes," Bai Qing pointed to the people around him, "We are all witnesses. Chen Zhi first paralyzed us with his words, and then set fire to him after he left. His subordinates were also ambushing him outside to help him leave, and he also asked the county lieutenant to help him leave. I'm waiting for justice!" He bowed and said sincerely.

This is telling lies with open eyes, and there are many loopholes in it. But sometimes, the key to whether a thing is exposed is the person who said it and the person who listened, rather than the thing itself.

When the other stall owners heard this, they were very reluctant. Several of them wanted to argue, but when they thought of Bai Qing's appearance just now, they didn't want to offend him now. Finally, they looked at each other, and five of them came forward and said, "The fire just happened." It's too big, I didn't see it clearly, now I have chest tightness and asthma, probably because I'm choking on cigarettes, I feel uncomfortable, I have to go back to see the doctor first, Lieutenant Liu, I'll take my leave first."

When Bai Qing looked at it, his mind was a little clearer. He had just inhaled the breath of the open fire bag and saw Qingyuan Village destroyed. He was furious and his thoughts were confused. He was a little clear at this moment, but the words had been spoken and he could not change them immediately. , looked up at Liu Yang, and suddenly gritted his teeth and said: "Liu County Lieutenant, this matter is not a big deal today. I spent a lot of money on this building. County Lieutenant, you must also know that the people involved in it will all be together." You have to ask clearly."

When the five stall owners who wanted to leave heard this, they immediately became unhappy, but they did not dare to say anything more in front of Liu Yang, and just looked at Bai Qing.

Liu Yang squinted his eyes, looked at the words, then looked at everyone, and finally thought about the gossip he had heard about Magistrate Yang.

"It's all a mess. What does this Bai Qing rely on? If he didn't rely on him, he would definitely not do such a thing. It doesn't matter, it won't make any difference to ask."

After thinking about this, he said expressionlessly: "Master Bai is right. You several masters should also go to the Yamen to ask about the situation, and Chen Zhi... Zhang Hu, you take people to the Chen family, Let me inform brother Chen Chi first, and then ask Mr. Chen Qi to go to the court, and I will report to the county magistrate."

"No!" Zhang Hu, the servant, immediately accepted the order, glanced at Bai Qing and others, then turned and left.

Several stall owners who wanted to escape took a look and were about to say more when Liu Yang waved his hand and said: "We will discuss the matter when we get to the Yamen. These are witnesses and they will definitely have to leave."

"Yes, we brothers, we advance together and retreat together." Bai Qing also took a step forward, looked at each other with a few people, and warned secretly, but the effect was very little. Those few people were not stupid, framed the scholar and intimidated the family members. Repaying debt is not a concept, and he doesn't want to be tainted at all, which makes Bai Qing anxious.

Liu Yang didn't care much. He had the calligraphy put away and sent to the Yamen first. Then he said calmly: "Everyone, you go to the Yamen first. When Chen Zhi arrives, confront him in the hall. You just don't know where he is at this time." Wherever I go, I will take the lead.”

After saying that, he left without stopping. According to Liu Yang, he had to report to the county magistrate first, but instead of going to the county government office, he made a short trip and went to Liu Mansion first.

"The fourth master is here." The servants and maids in the mansion saluted Liu Yang when they saw him.

Liu Yang just nodded in a hurry, and soon the chief steward of the Liu family came up to him. When he saw Liu Yang's look, he knew something was urgent.

"Fourth Master, do you want to call the old lady?"

"Ah."

After speaking, the two walked forward quickly.

It was getting late at night, and most of the rooms in the mansion were dark. However, when passing by Liu Gang's residence, he saw that there were lights inside, and he could vaguely see a figure writing at his desk. He couldn't help but nod silently.

The steward looked on and said with a smile: "The fifth young master has worked very hard these past two days. He said that he gained insights from listening to Mr. Chen's words. He repeatedly deduced something. I have only a shallow knowledge, but I also know that it is a profound knowledge." He knew. The fourth master was very optimistic about Liu Gang, so he took the opportunity to flatter the two of them.

When Liu Yang heard this, he became confused.

What Mr. Chen said?Which Mr. Chen?Could it be that he was the son of a prince from the pre-Qin period?
He didn't have time to delve into it at the moment, so he just nodded and passed it by.Soon, in the private courtyard in the backyard, Liu Yang saw Taigong Liu with sleepy eyes, and quickly confessed: "I'm sorry for disturbing my father's sleep." Originally, this matter should be discussed with his eldest brother, but the uncle of the Liu family also I went to Liuxian County, and the one in the family who kept his word was Taigong Liu.

"Don't do this, you come to me at this time. What happened?" Taigong Liu said with a serious face.

Liu Yang did not dare to delay. He hurried to the Yamen and briefly talked about the incident in Qingyuan Village. Finally, he asked: "Father, how should we deal with this matter? Magistrate Yang had deliberately suppressed Xu Fang's incident before. If the Chen family adds Bai Qing, maybe we can really make it happen."

"Haha," Taigong Liu sneered, "Who is Bai Qing? A businessman who runs a gambling house has such a bad reputation. How can I, the Liu family, associate with such people? This is the kind of businessman who has fallen into the eyes of money. That’s why you think that as long as you tell the price about the affairs of the world, you can bargain, and disaster will not be far away.”

"You can't say that." When Liu Yang heard this, cold sweat broke out on his back. He was only interested in the interests of the mine. After hearing what his father said, did he disapprove of poaching the Chen family?
"Why can't you say that?" Liu Taigong still had a serious face, "I don't know how many people like Bai Qing I have seen. He thinks that everything can be evaluated. He doesn't understand the meaning of virtue at all. He thinks that if someone in the family becomes an official, he can become a famous family. ? What a joke! Just based on his casinos, there is no hope of entering the market within three generations! Shenwang, how many times have I told you, virtue is the foundation, wealth is the end."

Liu Yang quickly admitted his mistake, but then reminded him in a subtle way: "But no matter what Bai Qing is like, if he dares to do this, he must have someone to rely on, and maybe he can use it."

A sly smile appeared on Taigong Liu's old-fashioned face: "Shenzang, you still don't understand. People like Bai Qing think that everything can be smoothed by benefits, so they dare to do things that others don't do. But he doesn't understand that some things are not benefits. Can be unblocked! Besides, Chen Zhi is not a simple man. Bai Qing forced him in the past, but he didn't respond. That was dormant. Now that he no longer hides, he must find someone to sacrifice his flag. "

Liu Yang hesitated for a moment, and finally asked: "What should I do? And about the mine..."

"Just mind your business," Taigong Liu shook his head. "As for the mine, it was the county magistrate's instigation. My Liu family gave him face, but that doesn't mean we have to have a quarrel with the Chen family. After Bai Qing's incident, you will know what to do." It’s done, go ahead.”

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On the other side, outside Xu Zhi's house, Chen Zhizheng said goodbye.

"Thank you for your hospitality. Students must remember Mr. Xu's teachings. It's getting late. Please take a break from Mr. Xu."

After some polite words, Chen Zhi led Chen Wu away from Sanlaozhai and walked along the alley.

Because it was getting late and there were no pedestrians around. According to government regulations, people were not allowed to leave their homes easily at night. Children of aristocratic families had to hold lanterns when they went out. Therefore, when leaving Shulinzhai, Chen Zhi asked Chen Wu to bring a lantern. At this time, a dozen Get up, even if the watchmen and others see you, they won't bother you, and the journey will be smooth.

As he walked, he was thinking about Qingyuan Village.

"I used the prescriptions from my previous life to prepare the Minghuo Pouch and Itchima Powder. The Minghuo Pouch can speed up the fire, and the Itchima Powder will cause itching if it sticks to it, which will last for half an hour..."

It turned out that the medicinal materials Chen Zhi told Chen Fu to purchase were for the preparation of Minghuo Pouch and Itchy Ma Powder.

The Ming Huo Pouch is colorless and odorless, and is composed of a variety of non-toxic medicinal materials. Once prepared, it is effective for a short time and will become invalid if not used within twelve hours. Therefore, Chen Zhi prepared it on the same day and used it on the same day.

Itchy Ma Powder was given to Kong Huyuan to deal with the Bai family's Huyuan. Once thrown, it would scatter and fall on the pursuer, making people itchy all over and making it difficult to move. It not only helped Kong Li to stop The pursuit also made it easy for Chen Zhi to leave.

"Qingyuan Villa is built with wood piles and earthen walls, all of which are flammable. There is a light every five steps, and the lanterns are all over the building. They are all open flames. I took the money over without receiving the IOU. Once I drew lots, [-]% of the side effects would be met. Add an open fire bag to the silver cake, and that’s ninety-nine percent.”

Wood, lights, things to support combustion, but the side effects will not hurt people.

Everything is ready, and with the transfer of silver coins, the probability is superimposed.

"After finishing this work, you should improve your reputation as soon as possible so that you can warn the prefectures and counties to pay attention to Wang Mi..."

With this thought in mind, the master and servant walked out of the street. Suddenly, there was the sound of chaotic footsteps, and they saw many people running quickly, shouting "Water" and "Fire" and running in one direction.

"What's going on?" Chen Wu was stunned, as if he had come to another world. Just a moment ago, it was a quiet alley, and in the next moment, it was a chaotic street, a world of ice and fire.

Chen Zhi stopped and looked in one direction.

At the end of the vision, at the corner of the street, there were several men and women who looked like beggars observing the chaotic crowd. One of them was lying on the ground, holding a pen and writing something.

Suddenly, one of them noticed Chen Zhi's gaze and patted his companions. After a few whispers, they left in a hurry.

"Master, what's wrong?"

"Nothing." Chen Zhi looked back, doubts arising in his heart.

"Those people looked down and out and were dressed in rags, but they had plump faces and strong bodies. They were not beggars, but looked like spies. This is strange. In the previous life, warlords were divided and it was not strange to send spies to each other. Now it is considered a peaceful world, and the world is unified. , who sent spies to Pengcheng to investigate?"

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