Tie Zheng's eyes were like daggers, and he said: "I am interrogating the three criminals. Although they have not confessed anything, based on my years of experience in handling cases, the other two criminals may really just follow Tian Heng. Those who really know some inside stories should Only Tian Heng."
"That should be it." Qi Ning nodded slightly: "It was precisely because some people were worried that Tian Heng would say something that shouldn't be said that he was poisoned in prison. If the other two people knew a lot, this time It’s not just Tian Heng who will be poisoned to death, the other two people will also be poisoned to death.”
"So those two people didn't die, but it proves that they really didn't know much." Tie Zheng said: "At least what they know will not threaten the real culprit behind the scenes."
Qi Ning stood up slowly, put his hands behind his back, and thought thoughtfully. After a moment, he said: "Master Tie, the depth of the other party's scheming is terrifying. Have you ever thought that Tian Heng was destined to die in prison before he carried out his mission? ?”
"The Marquis is saying... that the other party involved the Kyoto Prefecture because they were thinking of Song Santai as a chess piece?" Tie Zheng was quick in thinking after all, and Qin Ning understood what Qi Ning meant when he said a few words.
Qi Ning said: "The letter written to the Kyoto Prefecture is really a powerful move." He glanced at Tian Heng's body and then said: "The letter first allowed the people from the Kyoto Prefecture to happen upon the scene of the murder and sit down. In order to confirm the guilt of the Black Scale Battalion, they had to let the three murderers fall into the hands of the Kyoto Prefecture. However, they were worried that Tian Heng would reveal a confession that was unfavorable to them, so from the beginning of the plan, They will definitely kill people and silence them."
Tie Zheng sighed: "Actually, I also expected this possibility, so I kept the three criminals under tight custody."
"They asked the Kyoto Prefecture to intervene in this matter because they were sure that the Kyoto Prefecture would imprison these three people in a major prison for serious offenders." Qi Ning's eyes were bright and his thinking was quick: "None of us would have thought in advance that their purpose was to make The three criminals were imprisoned in the felon prison."
Duan Canghai felt deeply in his heart and said from the sidelines: "Being imprisoned in the Kyoto Prefecture Prison is exactly what they want. They can just kill people and silence them in the prison."
"In their eyes, Song Santai is much more reliable than Tian Heng." Qining sighed: "Song Santai did not disappoint their expectations. He helped them kill people and silence them, and even silenced himself."
Although Tie Zheng had a stern expression and seemed calm, there was clearly anger in the depths of his sharp eyes.
This was certainly a big blow to him.
A jailer he had always trusted turned out to be an undercover spy in Kyoto Prefecture. How could he not be angry? The most terrifying thing was that in addition to Song Santai, there were many people in Kyoto Prefecture who were ambushing him and performing Infernal Affairs.
"Being able to take advantage of the recruitment of troops by the Black Scale Battalion, send people to infiltrate it, and also be able to infiltrate spies in the Kyoto Prefecture's Yamen." Qi Ning sighed softly: "Master Tie, it seems that the person hiding behind the scenes is really an expert. His skills are really amazing."
Tie Zheng sighed: "I am only worried that it will not be easy to clear the grievances of the Black Scale Battalion. Tian Heng died in prison. It is impossible to interrogate the real culprits behind the scenes from his mouth, but everyone knows that these people are from the Black Scale Battalion." Who can believe that they are just part of the conspiracy?"
Qi Ning felt quite uncomfortable staying in this dark cell. He fanned the tip of his nose with his hand and walked out of the cell. Several other people followed him out. Tie Zheng turned back and closed the stone prison. Qin Ning said : "Tian Heng's clue is broken. The only clue left is the chief manager of the Meng Mansion...!" He squinted his eyes slightly and said, "Now I'm just worried that the chief manager of the Meng Mansion can't do it either." We arrived in Kyoto Prefecture smoothly."
Tie Zheng also realized something. The other party was flawless in his work. In order to silence him, he was poisoned in the Kyoto Prefecture Prison. So the Chief Manager of the Meng Prefecture was probably in danger now.
Tie Zheng couldn't help but quicken his pace. The three of them left the boss and returned to the side hall. Not long after they sat down, they heard hurried footsteps, and soon saw a yamen officer appear outside the door, cupping his hands and saying: "Sir!"
Tie Zheng immediately stood up and said, "Come in and answer."
The official entered the house, saluted, and then said: "Sir, I rushed to the Meng Mansion quickly to ask the chief manager of the Meng Mansion to come and respond, but... the people in the Meng Mansion said that there was no trace of the chief manager last night. Until now, I haven't seen him return to the house. My subordinates were worried that the Lord was anxious, so they sent someone to stay there, waiting for the chief manager to come back and bring him over immediately. "
Tie Zheng and Qin Ning looked at each other and knew it well.
Tie Zheng waved his hand, and after the official retreated, Tie Zheng sighed: "Master Hou knew things like a god, the chief manager of the Meng Mansion disappeared out of thin air. Either he left the capital to escape, or he was silenced, and I'm afraid he won't be found again." He’s gone.”
"It seems that the real culprit behind the scenes is indeed a master of scheming." Qining said: "Every step he took was calculated well, and the entire plan did not leak any flaws, leaving no evidence against him."
Duan Canghai frowned and said: "Master Hou, Lord Tie, although you already know that this is a deliberate arrangement, if we can't provide evidence, no one will believe our words. Tian Heng died in prison, and Tie can't be harmed." Your Excellency will be implicated in this matter."
The case has not yet been finalized, nor has the punishment been determined by the Ministry of Punishments. An important criminal was poisoned to death in prison. This is of course the Kyoto Prefecture's negligence. As the governor of Kyoto, Tie Zheng naturally cannot escape the blame.
Tie Zheng waved his hand and said: "Since it was the fault committed by the Kyoto Prefecture, I should bear the responsibility myself, and I will apologize to the Holy Lord immediately." He frowned slightly, leaned forward, and said: "Master Hou, this murderous case, Mingli We are indeed heading towards the Black Scale Battalion to prove the guilt of the soldiers of the Black Scale Battalion for killing innocent people indiscriminately, but in order to achieve this goal, is the other party too deliberate?"
"Whether it's just for the Black Scale Camp, we still don't know." Qining said: "At least in this way, Master Tie and I will be involved."
Tie Zheng nodded slightly and said: "Perhaps the other party wanted to kill two birds with one stone. Since the Black Scale Battalion was convicted, he also deliberately killed people in the Kyoto Prefecture Prison, so that the lower officials should also bear the blame."
Qi Ning initially suspected Huainan King and Sima Lan, and felt that the mastermind behind the murder should be one of these two people.
But he didn't have any evidence to prove it was the two men.
He knew very well that even if these two people did not plan all this, if such an opportunity arises, these two people will never let go of the opportunity to suppress the Black Scale Battalion.
Judging from the causal relationship, if this murder was committed by these two people, then they would naturally take action to suppress the Black Scale Camp. This causal logic is not wrong, but on the other hand, it must not be because they suppress the Black Scale Camp. Just take it and judge that this murder must be their fault.
Qining knew that this kind of thing must not be taken lightly, let alone preconceived ideas.
Although King Huainan and Sima Lan are the two largest forces in the court, and indeed they both regard the Black Scale Battalion as a thorn in their side, these two forces are by no means the only ones hostile to the Black Scale Battalion. Qi Ning even thought about it. It could not be that someone set up a trap and planned this murder. The purpose was to make the Jinyi Qi family target these two forces.
He knew in his heart that the forces in the DPRK and China were intertwined, and he had to be cautious in everything he did. He must not act emotionally, let alone judge something easily based on his own likes and dislikes. If he were not careful, he might be hit. He had fallen into a trap set by someone with ulterior motives. Before there was any conclusive evidence, although he could doubt King Huainan and Sima Lan, he could never be sure that it was these two people who did it.
Tie Zheng saw Qin Ning silently silent, and remained silent for a while.
After a while, Qi Ning finally said: "Master Tie, your guess is right. Maybe someone set a trap for us, and killed two birds with one stone, coming towards you and me. Since we know each other's intentions, whether it is right or wrong, Wrong, we can’t let the other party succeed.”
Tie Zheng didn't understand for a moment. Qi Ning already said: "Tian Heng was killed in prison. You can plead guilty to the Holy Emperor, but this matter should not be publicized to the outside world. It is best not to spread the news outside the capital."
Tie Zheng frowned and said: "Someone was murdered in prison. This matter cannot always be hidden, and I have never thought of hiding it. At least I have to report it to the Ministry of Punishments."
"I know what you mean." Qi Ning said seriously: "But now is not the time, Mr. Tie, this case cannot end here. I always suspect that it is not simple. I am only worried that once this matter becomes public, the DPRK will Someone will take advantage of this and try to get you out of Kyoto Prefecture."
Tie Zheng smiled and said: "Master Hou, I have offended countless people, but I have never been afraid of anyone. Just fulfill your duties loyally and have a clear conscience. Since you have committed a mistake, if the imperial court really wants to transfer your subordinate from Kyoto Prefecture, , the lower official has nothing to say."
"But Mr. Tie should understand that once you are transferred, it will be impossible to find out the truth about this case." Qi Ning said solemnly: "Only if you stay in Kyoto Prefecture, this case will be able to come to light." He smiled faintly and said: "People died in your hands. If you can't find out the real culprit behind the scenes, I'm afraid you will never let go."
He deliberately provoked the general, but Tie Zheng was thoughtful.
"If you report this to the Emperor alone, it won't be considered a secret. Whether you go or stay, just follow the Emperor's will." Qi Ning said slowly. He knew very well that if Longtai knew about this, he would definitely not transfer Tie Zheng to it. Go, "As for how to explain Tian Heng's death in prison, just let me handle it."
"Master Marquis, will you handle it?" Tie Zheng was startled.
Qi Ning smiled and said: "Master Tie, please don't forget that I am the commander of the Black Scale Battalion. If the soldiers of the Black Scale Battalion commit serious crimes, I have the right to punish them." He stood up and said, "But there is one thing that needs to be done. Please help Master Tie.”
Tie Zheng also stood up, cupped his hands and said, "Master Marquis, please give me your instructions!"
"Three criminals, one is dead and two are in prison." Qi Ning said: "You should hand over those two criminals to me now. The emperor has a decree that the people cannot accuse Blackscale Camp because of this matter." Please give me some guidance, I will act according to your orders."