In order not to startle the snake, the two did not enter the village openly, but investigated secretly. Dinner time should be the busiest time, but Wuniu Village is very quiet, with the doors of every house closed. If it weren’t for the smoke from the kitchen, one would almost think it was an uninhabited village.
"It seems that the people are also scared." Lu Zhui said, "Otherwise, they wouldn't have closed their doors so early."
Zhao Yue walked in with him, and finally came to a... cliff.
"No wonder the local officials have nothing to do, and they have to report it to Cangwu City as an unsolved case." Lu Zhui said, "The small mountain village above the cliff must not have many outsiders. It was originally peaceful and peaceful, but seven or eight charred black corpses suddenly appeared outside the village. , not to mention identifying the identity, I can't even figure out how it appeared, so I can't be overwhelmed."
"Since it's a cliff, it can explain one thing." Zhao Yue said, "The corpses were either hidden in the village all the time and were not thrown out until a few days ago, or they didn't pass through Wuniu Village at all. The other road was abandoned in the field of wild vegetables on the outskirts of the city, which one do you think is more likely?"
"I can't say for sure now, but I always feel that it is difficult to hide seven or eight corpses in such a small village." Lu Zhui said, "If you can't ask, you have to go back to the village and check again to see if you can find them." There can be no clues."
Zhao Yue nodded and turned back to Wuniu Village with him.
As the night darkened, the village became more and more quiet. After the last light was extinguished, there was no movement at all. Even the occasional crying of a child was quickly stopped by the adults.
Zhao Yue and Lu chased and watched for a whole night, from the sky full of stars to the rising sun, they didn't see anything unusual.
Five days later in the evening, Wen Liunian was drinking tea in the government office, when the secret guard came to pass the news, saying that Zhao Yue and Lu Zhui had returned to the Shang residence.
"Really?" Wen Liunian was overjoyed when he heard the words, put down his teacup and hurried over, not even adding his coat in time.
"My lord." Lu Zhui stood up.
"It's been hard work for the second master." Wen Liunian said, "The eldest master, why didn't you come back together?"
Hearing the words, the dark guard tsk tsk, without first asking about the case, he inquired about Zhao Dadang's family, whether he still remembers that he is the magistrate who loves the people like a son.
It's been such a great development that we've already started negotiating how much money to give.
"The boss is back, so he should be in the bedroom." Lu Zhui said, "Don't worry, my lord."
"Injured?" Wen Liunian was worried when he heard the words, "Why did you go to the bedroom as soon as you came back?" It was not his usual style at all.
"It's not hurt." Lu Zhui said, "It's just... not in a good mood."
Wen Liunian was puzzled, in a bad mood
The reason why Zhao Dadao was in a bad mood was actually very simple. Because the two stayed in Wuniu Village for three full days, but they didn't get any useful clues. The whole village worked from sunrise to sunset, except for some panicked people, there was no trace of abnormality at all, let alone finding out the secret behind the corpse.
"Everything is as usual in the village, so we turned back to the place where the corpse was dumped." Lu Zhui said, "But we still haven't found anything. I'm afraid we will disappoint you."
"Second boss, please be polite." Wen Liunian hurriedly waved his hand, "There is no rush to solve the case. I am already grateful for the two of you helping each other, so why would you be disappointed?"
"I'm afraid this case won't be so easy to solve." Lu Zhui said, "If there is a need in the future, just ask the adults to do it."
"Thank you, Second Master." Wen Liunian nodded.
"Just now the butler came over and said that the food in the hall is ready." Hua Tang entered the door and said, "The second master has worked hard on this trip, so let's eat something and rest early."
"Then I won't bother you." Wen Liunian stood up upon hearing this.
Lu asked, "Are you busy now?"
Wen Liunian shook his head, "It's not too busy."
Lu Zhui said, "The head of the family didn't even eat."
Wen Liunian: ...
In the guest room of the Shang Mansion, Zhao Yue was sitting at the table, carefully wiping the Jiyue Knife.
The courtyard creaked and was pushed away, and then there was a sound of footsteps, very light.
Zhao Yue's expression froze slightly.
"The master." Wen Liunian knocked on the door.
Zhao Yue put down the Jiyue knife, got up and opened the door.
Wen Liunian looked at him with a smile.
"What's the matter?" Zhao Yue asked.
"Can't you come if you have nothing to do?" Wen Liunian asked.
Zhao Yue was at a loss for words.
"I'm here to thank you." Wen Liunian said.
"It didn't help you again." Zhao Yue turned and returned to the table.
"I am already very grateful for this kind of intention." Wen Liunian followed in, sat opposite him and said earnestly, "Thank you."
Zhao Yue continued to wipe his knife, "I just think it's just going out to relax."
"Want to eat?" Wen Liunian asked.
Zhao Yue shook his head, "Go and eat."
Wen Liunian said, "I'll cook it for you."
Zhao Yue: ...
"Wait for me." Wen Liunian stood up and walked out, "It will be ready soon."
"Nerd." Zhao Yue stopped him.
"Huh?" Wen Liunian stopped in his tracks.
"Don't do it." Zhao Yue said, "Take you out to eat."
"Go out?" Wen Liunian was a little surprised, "But everyone in the city recognizes you."
Zhao Yue looked at him funny, "You still know about this?"
Wen Liunian: ...
We didn't know each other well then!
"Let's go." Zhao Yue picked up the knife.
Wen Liunian still hesitated, "But—"
"I won't go where there are people." Zhao Yue interrupted him.
Wen Liunian was puzzled, "If there is no place for people, how can we eat?"
Zhao Yue asked, "Will you go?"
Wen Liunian: ...
go!
After a while, the two arrived at the backyard of the Shang Mansion, and Wen Liunian obediently stretched out his hand.
Zhao Yue picked him up with one hand and jumped out of the courtyard wall.
The dark guard squatted on the book and ate melon seeds, and carried it out.
…
Cangmang City is small, but it also has small advantages, that is, it is easy to get out of the city, and Zhao Yue's Qinggong is excellent, the two of them arrived at the outskirts of the city in a short while, and entered Cangwu Mountain in the twilight.
"Are you going to eat white fish again?" Wen Liunian asked.
"Another way." Zhao Yue led him inside.
"Will you meet someone from the Tiger Head Gang?" Wen Liunian was a little worried.
Zhao Yue said, "Yes."
Wen Liunian: ...
Zhao Yue laughed out loud, "Nerd."
Wen Liunian rubbed his nose, "It would be great if we could meet each other, I just happened to be knocked out and take me back!"
"It's up to you?" Zhao Yue tugged at his hair.
"No." Wen Liunian shook his head, "It's up to you."
Master Zhao is in a very good mood.
"Where are you going?" After walking for a while, Wen Liunian felt a little tired.
"It's just around the corner." Zhao Yue said.
Wen Liunian agreed, and continued to walk a section of the mountain road with him, but after turning the corner, there was still nothing.
"Left." Zhao Yue reminded.
Turning his head, Wen Liunian saw a dangerous slope next to him, or rather a tiankeng. It was so dark that the bottom could hardly be seen, so he felt dizzy instinctively.
"Afraid?" Zhao Yue asked.
"What's delicious here?" Wen Liunian took two steps back.
"Why not." Zhao Yue said calmly, "Eat you."
Wen Liunian: ...
Zhao Yue picked him up by the waist and jumped down.
Wen Liunian turned pale with shock, and instinctively hugged his neck tightly, hearing the wind gusts in his ears, couldn't help but closed his eyes firmly.
"Here we are." After landing on a piece of grass, Zhao Yue put him on the ground.
Wen Liunian was still in shock, and he was still a little dizzy when he opened his eyes.
Zhao Yue bent down slightly and looked at him at the same level, "Scared?"
Wen Liunian's heart was beating wildly, and when he looked up, he saw pitch blackness, and he couldn't tell where he came from.
Zhao Yue found some dry firewood from around and lit it to make a torch.
Wen Liunian was still looking around.
"Don't walk around." Zhao Yue frowned, "Be careful of falling."
"Where did we jump from just now?" Wen Liunian asked, pointing at the top.
"Otherwise?" Zhao Yue raised the fire.
"The master's light kung fu is really amazing." Wen Liunian exclaimed.
Zhao Yue felt a little proud.
"But what's delicious here?" Wen Liunian was still thinking about this question.
"This place is called Evil Ghost Creek." Zhao Yue stood up.
Wen Liuhou's back felt numb, "This name is really..." Very scary.
"When I was at Chaomuya, Lu Zhui often came here to practice and rest." Zhao Yue said, "It's very hidden, and it's impossible for outsiders to find it."
Wen Liunian nodded, "Yeah." But the food was still not mentioned!
"Come." Zhao Yue held the torch in one hand, and pulled him with the other hand, and they walked along the water stream together.
Wen Liunian was a little surprised. He didn't see it clearly before, but when he got closer, he discovered that there was a cave behind the thatched grass. After entering, it was very clean, and there were ready-made firewood and seasonings. There were corn and dried meat hanging on the wall, and pots and bowls. Everything is available, and there is even a bed when you look inside.
"Lu Zhui's previous experience was very complicated, and he had a lot of things on his mind." Zhao Yue said, "Once I feel aggrieved, I will come to live here for a while, so I have everything I need."
"That's great." Wen Liunian helped him light the fire, "It's like a paradise."
Zhao Yue cleaned the pot, cooked some rice to make porridge, and roasted dried meat on the fire.
"It smells so good." Wen Liunian sat by the fire and sniffed, his stomach growling.
While fiddling with the fire, Zhao Yue said, "When the Tiger Head Gang is wiped out, I will take you to hunt pheasants next time."
"Okay." Wen Liunian smiled, reaching out to warm himself by the fire.
Seeing that his clothes were thin, Zhao Yue took off his outer robe and wrapped him up.
"It's not bad to have a happy life like this." Wen Liunian said, "No matter what happens outside, you can live in the mountains with peace of mind."
"Don't want to be an official anymore?" Zhao Yue blew the dried meat to cool.
"I also think that being an official has fun." Wen Liunian said, "One can't have everything at the same time."
Zhao Yue handed him the dried meat, "Be careful it's hot."
Wen Liunian took a bite. The meat was very thin and dry, so it was grilled very crispy. Compared with the barbecue in restaurants, it was a bit more gamey, so he smiled and said, "It's delicious."
"Lu Zhui has a tricky mouth, so what he likes is naturally not bad." Zhao Yue took a bowl, "This is Huatian rice, and the porridge will have a special aroma."
"The second leader really knows how to live." Wen Liunian sighed, "Whoever marries him is truly blessed."
Zhao Yue was quite dissatisfied when he heard that his men had a meal.
What's going on in the nerd's head, what's so good about marrying him? !