After leaving the prison, Qin Shou gave him a horse: "Can you ride a horse?"
"Yes." Wen Qingzhu nodded and quickly climbed onto his horse.
Seeing this scene, Qin Shou was a little surprised: "You old man looks useless, but your skills are pretty good!"
Wen Qingzhu smiled, and following Qin Shou's order, the group rushed to the Kangcheng military camp.
At the same time, the chief jailer led the prefect to the Tianlao.
Seeing that only the old dean's body was left in the morgue, the prefect frowned and said, "Where's Old Man Li!"
"Or, maybe I forgot something!" The chief jailer knew in his heart that he was most likely taken away by Qin Shou, but what the prefect hated most was the warriors in the military camp, so he could only stammer out a lie.
The prefect was also impatient and didn't notice anything strange about his subordinates. He turned around and took people to Old Man Li's room.
In the government office, there is a small courtyard specially designed for widows.
In the most remote north, most people despise it as bad luck, so very few people come.
But this time it was different. The death of the old dean was too strange, and he was tortured to death.
Da Qi Dynasty had already abolished some punishments.
As soon as the prefect heard the report from the chief jailer, he hurried over.
Others didn't know, but he knew that the old dean was once a Beijing official, served in the Hanlin Academy, and had a close relationship with the Wei family.
Since the Wei family's revival, many people have inquired about the old dean.
But no one dared to take action against the old dean!
When we arrived at Wuzuo's small courtyard, it was actually just a row house separated by a wall.
But when they came and pushed the door open, they found that the door of the house was locked.
"Old Litou never locks the door." The prefect sensed something was wrong and immediately ordered, "Come here! Knock them out!"
With a bang, the door broke.
Everyone saw that Old Man Li was tied into a twisted shape, moving on the ground like a caterpillar!
"This..." The chief warden was shocked. He couldn't help but rub his eyes.
Why was Old Li Tou tied up here
Then who is that 'Old Li Tou' who followed Qin Shou away
Thinking of this, the jailer's legs went weak, and he felt that the whole family was probably going to die!
He collapsed on the ground with a thud, and the magistrate looked back at him: "What's wrong with you? And why was this old Li Tou suddenly tied up?"
The chief jailer pointed in the direction of the military camp: "Well, the old Li Tou from before was taken away by Qin Shou!"
"Huh?" The prefect's expression became more solemn.
He raised his head and glanced at their yamen. Although it was not as heavily guarded as the military camp, it was not something that ordinary people could invade
The prefect immediately scolded: "Tell me what happened before!"
After the chief jailer finished speaking, the magistrate thought for a moment: "For people with such abilities, I can only think of Master Su and Master Hei in the capital."
Does the capital also know what happened here
But he has been hiding the news and has not sent a letter to the capital!
At the military camp, Qin Shou took him all the way to the entrance of the general's tent.
He opened the curtain and said loudly in a hurry: "Master Chi, I have brought you!"
As soon as he followed Qin Shou in, Wen Qingzhu immediately saw a familiar face.
The man also looked over immediately and took a breath of air.
Immediately, Wen Qingzhu's eyebrows became kind, and he bowed his hands and said, "Master Chi, long time no see."
The person in front of him was Chi Wen, Wen Shuquan's former good friend.
"You guys go down first! I'll talk to her alone."
When Chi Wen saw the person coming, he knew in his heart that he still couldn't escape.
After everyone went out, Chi Yu immediately raised his hands and saluted: "I have met Madam Ping Guohou. Madam, please take a seat here."
Wen Qingzhu smiled and sat down calmly.
Chi Wen stood in front of her and took the initiative to explain: "With the departure of His Royal Highness King Shou, the Chi family has no support. The Chi family cannot take the official career path, so they are not talented in lowering their posts and become a commander in Kangcheng." Make ends meet.”
Wen Qingzhu's smile did not diminish: "Master Chi, you are so polite. Admiral Kangcheng has been transferred. Isn't it because you, the greatest commander, have the greatest power?"
"Madam, you are joking. When the new admiral is transferred, the subordinates will just take orders." How dare Chi Yu dare to entrust him
It was clear that she could see through his thoughts when she was just a little girl, not to mention that Wen Qingzhu was already the unparalleled powerful Marquis of Pingguo.
"Really?" Wen Qingzhu smiled and said nothing, "The reason why Mr. Hou helped Princess Yijia is because I promised to give Jiang Yijia the military power in Kangcheng."
Chi Yu felt cold all over, but still kept a smile on his face: "Madam, it's really..."
Wen Qingzhu didn't talk nonsense to him: "Tell me directly, how much military power does King Chu have in Kangcheng?"
After a long silence, Chi Yu carefully analyzed the current situation: "Before the old dean died, the official felt that King Chu only had 30% control. Now it seems that he must have mastered the seventh-level starting move. I, as an agent, I'm afraid the Admiral has been sidelined."
"It seems that Jiang Yijia still has some vision. After all, you are still somewhat capable and have not been completely ignored by the King of Chu!" Wen Qingzhu praised him seriously.
It's just that when Chi Yu listened to this compliment, he felt uncomfortable in his heart.
Wen Qingzhu stood up: "Since we are old acquaintances, I don't need to say more. I hope Mr. Chi can hold on well. Since they have touched the old dean, this matter will not be easy. The old dean was also very fond of King Shou at the beginning. To take care of.”
Chi Yu looked at Wen Qingzhu with some confusion. A woman like her really shouldn't be trapped in the backyard giving birth.
"I know, Madam, please rest assured." Chi Yu respectfully handed over his hand.
Before leaving, Wen Qingzhu reminded him: "You and I are really close friends, and we can't let go of beauties. For your sake, let's forget what happened with Qin Shou at the inn."
"Yes, yes!" Chi Yu was sweating in his heart. He was really afraid that Wen Qingzhu wouldn't mention this matter.
He knew how to deal with it once it was mentioned.
If you don't mention it, it's always a hidden danger.
After watching Wen Qingzhu leave, Chi Yu's expression changed instantly and he sent someone to call Qin Shou in.
As soon as he came in, Chi Yu was so angry that he kicked him over: "How many times have my mother told you! It's because your concubine is not fragrant, or your sister is not beautiful anymore! You bastard, don't tell me anymore!" Go out and flirt with a good woman! I'll cut off your hand!"
Qin Shou looked at Chi Yu with an innocent face: "Sir, my lord, my subordinates are just like you! No matter how fragrant the concubine is, no matter how beautiful the lady is, there is always something missing!"
Chi Yu grabbed his collar and shouted angrily: "If it weren't for your eldest brother who saved me! With your virtue! I don't want to care at all! Do you know who the lady in the inn is? She's Ping The wife of the Marquis, Wen Qingzhu! That Wen Qingzhu who is always polite when the emperor sees him!"
"Wha, what..." Qin Shou's legs suddenly became weak and he couldn't stand firmly.
Only then did Chi Yu let go of his hand and said fearfully: "Fortunately, this time I sent you to inquire about the old dean, and when you met her, it was revealed."
Early the next morning, Zhang Ke quietly arrived in Kangcheng.
No matter how much the magistrate concealed the old dean's affairs, he still couldn't hide it.
Rather than letting the prefect report it himself, he might as well take the opportunity to find out more about the truth about Kangcheng.
Especially the new commander, who actually has some skills and has managed to survive until now.
In the prison of the Yamen, after the real Old Man Li was examined, he could not stop sweating from his head.
He looked up at the prefect: "Sir, what the man said before must be true. I'm afraid I will never be able to learn his skills in this lifetime."
After listening to Wu Zuo's words, the prefect began to ponder, is it really Suho
But if it was Su Huo, he could directly reveal his identity and he would fully cooperate.
Just as I was thinking this, someone came to report from outside.
"Sir, Master Zhang is here."
The prefect was worried, thinking it was the magistrate: "Let him wait! I am busy now!"
The person who made the report was surprised, but still obeyed the order and retreated.
Zhang Ke, who was waiting, heard the reply from the Yamen servant and felt very strange. Has there been any progress in the case
At this moment, Wen Qingzhu appeared directly at the door of the government office with Lu Tao and Xi'er.
He handed over the sign of Ping Guohou and asked people to pass it on.
When the prefect heard about Marquis Pingguo, he was so frightened that his legs became weak.
After thinking about it carefully, he probably didn't make any big mistake, so he hurried out.
The prefect arrived at the door and respectfully invited Wen Qingzhu in.
As soon as they entered the gate on the left, Zhang Ke walked out of the gate on the right.
When they arrived at the living room, the magistrate stood at Wen Qingzhu and asked tentatively: "Madam, are you here to relax for a while?"
The reason why he asked this was because Prince Pingguo died not long ago.
Wen Qingzhu put down the tea cup and looked at the person in front of him with a smile: "Master Hu, I was the one who pretended to be Old Man Li to do the autopsy last night."
Hu Yinghao was so frightened that his legs weakened, but he still pretended to be calm and said: "It turns out to be Madam. I have long heard that Madam has unparalleled medical skills. Only Madam has this ability."
"You don't need to flatter me. I came here today to ask you a question. Are you a member of King Chu or King Ning?"
The smile on Wen Qingzhu's face deepened, and he watched Hu Yinghao's face slowly change color.
I don’t know how long it took, but Hu Yinghao knelt down with a bang: “Madam, I’m down, I’m Ping—”
"Huh?" Wen Qingzhu interrupted him.
Hu Yinghao reacted belatedly and immediately changed his words: "This official is from King Rui! I will obey the madam's orders!"
"Master Hu, please get up. Only sensible people can live longer. I also heard that Master Zhang came to see Master Hu, so I rushed here in a hurry. Do you think you are from the King of Chu?"
Only then did Hu Yinghao realize that the Master Zhang who had just come over to report was actually Zhang Ke!
Seeing his expression changing again and again, Wen Qingzhu asked with a smile: "Master Hu, do you regret it? Is it possible that you don't know that the person who came before me was Master Zhang Ke?"
"I dare not lower my rank!" Hu Yinghao immediately lowered his head, regretting it in his heart.
His brother has already said how powerful Zhang Ke is.
Unexpectedly, Wen Qingzhu suddenly appeared, completely disrupting his plan.
Originally, he did want to join the King of Chu. After all, Kangcheng's military power was slowly being emptied out.
Originally he was also optimistic about Chi Yu, but Chi Yu was born as a scholar and later joined the army, so there were always some things he didn't do well.
Just after embarking on this road, he couldn't get away for the time being.
"In order to show Mr. Hu's sincerity, how about you do a small thing for me first?"
Hu Yinghao lowered his head and replied: "It all depends on Madam's instructions."
Wen Qingzhu said casually: "I heard that your brother is a doctor in the Ministry of Finance and must know the treasury very well. Why not ask him to help make a false account."
Hu Yinghao suddenly raised his head and looked at Wen Qingzhu in disbelief: "Madam! You must not!"
"What, is this your sincerity?" Wen Qingzhu narrowed his eyes, a hint of majesty appearing on his face.
Cold sweat broke out on Hu Yinghao's head.
He had indeed heard about the deeds of Madam Ping Guohou before, but when things came to pass, he realized that this woman was too terrifying!
After struggling internally for a long time, Hu Yinghao could only accept his fate.
Apart from King Ning of Chu, Marquis Pingguo was the most feared person.
"What kind of false accounts does Madam want to make?" When Hu Yinghao said this, his hands were covered in cold sweat.
He agreed, but he dragged everyone in the Hu family into trouble.
But if he didn't agree, Hu Yinghao felt that he might not be able to get out of here alive.