As soon as Yu Dayong said this, Sun Tu and Yu Xiaohe both changed their expressions. The latter even subconsciously glanced at the door of the store. After making sure that no one was there, he said anxiously: "How did you get such news?" ?”
"Didn't Liu Yasi want to punish me for my crime before? So I wanted to beg him today, but I happened to overhear him discussing the matter in secret with someone, and planned to have someone go to the county government office tomorrow to report it to the county Yin. ." The name of Liu Yasi in his mouth is Liu Yuan. He is the most powerful policeman in the county government only under Song Jiang, and he is also closely related to Ji Yang, the owner of Jijiazhuang who has been established for many years.
After looking at his father, he continued: "I was wondering if I could report this matter to the county magistrate first, so that I wouldn't have to be beaten again." Although he said this, there was something in his expression. But he was obviously hesitant. It was obvious that the matter was of great importance and he couldn't make such a decision, so he came to discuss it with his father.
Although Yu Xiaohe had some experience, he had never encountered such a big event, and he suddenly fell into embarrassment and hesitation. However, considering that Chao Gai had not been to the store for a few days before, he believed his son's statement seven or eight times.
At this time, Sun Tu finally spoke: "Brother Dayong, there are a few words I don't know whether I should say."
"Sanlang, you and I are brothers, just talk about anything." Yu Dayong said frankly. Judging from the fact that he didn't shy away from Sun Tu and told the truth, he really didn't treat the other party as an outsider.
Sun Tu then spoke: "Actually, I think there are two questions about this matter. One is whether Chao Baozheng and the others did this case. If so, then that's it. If not, I'm afraid Brother Dayong will have to be sued. It's a false accusation. Chao Bao has always had a good reputation in our Yuncheng County. If he is falsely accused, I'm afraid... "
As expected, these words made the Yu family's father and son's expressions change, and Sun Tu struck again while the iron was hot and said: "Second, it's Liu Yasi. If he knew that you had taken away his credit, how would he blame him? Brother Dayong? Even though you have made great achievements this time, you can still only obey his subordinates. If he holds a grudge, he may have many ways to harm you!"
These words spoke to Yu Xiaohe's thoughts, and he immediately said seriously: "Dayong, you really can't be reckless in this matter."
"Then I won't do anything?" Yu Dayong asked reluctantly.
"Not really." Sun Tu added hurriedly: "Actually, it's not difficult for Brother Dayong to take credit. All he has to do is wait for Liu Yasi to reveal the case to the county magistrate and help him. This way, not only will there be less hidden dangers, but Liu Yao will also be able to befriend Liu Yao. Where is Si."
When Yu Xiaohe heard this, he nodded loudly: "Sanlang said yes, Dayong, just do it."
Seeing that even his own father had said this, Yu Dayong no longer insisted. It wasn't until he saw him make up his mind that Sun Tu secretly breathed a sigh of relief, but after watching him leave, he felt a little more ashamed.
When Sun Tu returned home after dark and closing time, he was worried. Ya'er, who no longer had to go to the store to help in the past two days, had already prepared the meals and delivered them to him. Sun Tu, who had become accustomed to living with her and being taken care of by her, nodded with a smile, took the bowl of soup cakes, and started eating.
After finishing the meal, he said to Ya'er who was about to lock the courtyard door: "Ya'er, I have to go out later. You can rest assured that you are at home. It's too late so you don't have to wait for me to come back."
"Ah? Third brother, you want to go out so late? Is there anything you can't do tomorrow?" Ya'er asked in surprise. People at this time, especially people in small towns like Yuncheng County, are naturally not used to going out late at night.
Sun Tu smiled: "This matter must be settled before tomorrow. Don't worry, I'll be right back." After saying that, he got up and helped Ya'er put away the dishes.
As early as when he dissuaded Yu Dayong from immediately revealing Chao Gai to the county magistrate as the culprit who robbed the birthday card, he had already had an idea and decided to inform Chao Gai of the matter before tomorrow.
After all, when he read the book Water Margin, he admired people like Chao Gai. What's more, now that the other party has a good relationship with him, he can't stand by and watch Chao Gai's trouble.
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Although it had just passed the second watch, it had already quieted down inside and outside the county town, and not a single soul could be seen on the originally lively streets.
Naturally, the Song Dynasty thousands of years ago could not be compared with later generations. It was impossible to have a rich and colorful nightlife. People had long been accustomed to a dull life of working at sunrise and resting at sunset. But this is quite beneficial to Sun Tu. Even if he leaks fluids and goes out, he doesn't have to worry about being seen and causing unnecessary trouble.
What surprised him even more was that the city gate in Yuncheng County was not completely closed, and there was still a passage for people to enter and exit, which saved a lot of hands and feet. He didn't know that compared to other dynasties, the people in the Song Dynasty were still quite relaxed, and they continued to encourage the development of business. Therefore, except for some border towns or important cities, other towns have developed the habit of leaving their city gates open, allowing merchants to enter and exit at any time at night. It was precisely because of the implementation of this series of policies that the economy of the Song Dynasty developed to a peak that other dynasties could hardly reach.
After leaving the city, Sun Tu went straight to the east. In only about half an hour, he arrived in front of Dongxi Village, five miles away. At this time, the village was naturally dark and quiet, and the villagers had already rested.
After carefully scanning the layout of the village by the light of the stars and the moon, Sun Tu had determined that the manor in the southwest of the village was Chao Gai's residence. Although he has never been here, he also knows that as Baozheng, he is the leading wealthy family in Dongxi Village, so his house is naturally the largest and most conspicuous one.
No longer hesitating at the moment, Sun Tu had already crept forward and followed the path to the garden surrounded by earth walls and covering an area of more than three acres. He jumped up, reached up with his hand, climbed up the ten-foot-high wall, and then fell inside very lightly, almost without making any sound.
After standing still, he analyzed the layout of the house again, and then started to scratch his head. After all, he was just a time-traveler, and he was not very clear about some of today's customs. The courtyards in front of him really made him a little confused about where to start.
Just when Sun Tu decided to look around before making a decision, he unexpectedly discovered that there was light from a candle shining through a courtyard somewhere in the middle. This cheered him up slightly, and he quickly headed over there. After all, candles and lamp oil were very expensive in this era and were not used in ordinary people's homes. Lighting a lamp now probably means that Chao Gai's residence was there.
A moment later, he arrived in front of the courtyard. After discovering that there were still two bankers guarding the door, Sun Tu was even more convinced that his judgment was correct. When he walked around to the shadows, he quietly climbed over the half-height courtyard wall and easily reached the house where the lights were still on.
Just when he leaned under the window sill, Chao Gai's voice rang inside: "... I don't understand what Asi said. I, Chao Gai, have always been upright. If I have done something, I will never deny it. necessary!"
Immediately, a somewhat familiar voice came up: "Brother Chao, let's stop talking secretly. I didn't come here late at night just to deceive you. I learned this from Liu Yuan's mouth With this news, he seems to have grasped clues that can make Liu County Yin determine that it was you who led the people to rob the birthday card worth 100,000 yuan. Maybe the county government will send someone to come as soon as daybreak. So no matter you Whether you want to admit it or not, you have to leave this place now, otherwise it will be too late!"
It's Song Jiang! Sun Tu quickly recognized this person's voice. While he was frightened, he couldn't help but admire his loyalty. What was shocking was that other than myself, someone else had already found out the relevant clues, but I didn't expect that Song Jiang's ears and eyes were so well-informed, and he came to inform him immediately.
Since Song Jiang came to warn him, it seemed that he no longer had to come forward. After all, Song Yasi's credibility with Chao Gai was still much higher than his own. Thinking of this, Sun Tu, who was squatting under the window, leaned back and thought about leaving.
Unexpectedly, because it was dark and I didn't pay attention, I stepped on a dead branch under my feet, making a soft click. Although there was not much movement, it still seemed extremely clear in this silent night.