Zhao Buqi folded his hands and pondered, frowning. The big case that happened in Sanyuanfang last year was vivid in his mind. Nine people died in one night. This was a rare big case that had happened in Lin'an City for many years. Although in the end various

The evidence showed that they were a group of unidentified gangsters who sneaked into the city and prepared to launch an attack on the Prime Minister Qin's mansion. They had internal strife, leading to a fight that killed nine people. In the end, he also used this evidence to close the case. After all, such a big case

The case must be solved and closed as soon as possible, otherwise it will be very detrimental to oneself. However, there are actually many doubts in this case.

When he wanted to close the case, Song Xiang strongly opposed it, believing that the case had not been cleared up. He listed several key pieces of evidence, such as the doubts about the identity of the gangsters, and why the reporter who reported the case to the soldiers patrolling the city could

The gangsters who survived and died in the conflict were completely unrecognizable afterwards. They were suspected of deliberately concealing their identities. The wounds of the deceased showed signs of being re-forged, etc. Song Xiang believed that there must be some inside story about the case and hoped to continue to investigate. However,

, due to the pressure of public security and other considerations, Zhao Buqi still forced the case to be closed with the existing evidence to settle the matter.

However, at this moment, when he heard from Song Xiang that the same person was involved in this major fire case and the major case in Sanyuanfang, Zhao Buqi immediately realized that something was wrong. The same case in which multiple people died.

, the same involves the same person, and there are also some unreasonable doubts. It is difficult for people not to have doubts. The intuition Song Xiang mentioned is by no means his own whim, and it is obviously also because of this situation.

reasonable suspicion.

"Sir, why is it that Fang Zian is involved in two major cases? Is this just a coincidence? After the fire the day before yesterday, Fang Zian ran to the scene of the fire and said some suspicious things to cover up the truth. The official went to his yamen yesterday

When I saw him, I used some indirect words to test him, just to find some clues. Although the official could not find any conclusive evidence, Fang Zian also dealt with it impeccably. But it was this kind of calmness and impeccableness that

On the contrary, it was even more suspicious. Moreover, Xianguan could see that Fang Zian carefully responded to Xianguan's questions and seemed to have set up a psychological defense line. In Xianguan's view, this was actually the tail of a fox. Xianguan was excited.

In the end, he leaked the truth, and the subordinate deliberately expressed doubts about him. He said that he wanted the subordinate to get evidence to arrest him. This was the flaw. He did not try his best to deny the crime, but asked the subordinate to get evidence. This shows that he was mentally

Shang admitted that he was the mastermind, but he didn't realize it. Just imagine, if anyone is wrongly accused of such a major case, wouldn't he get angry and argue with all his strength? How could he say something like "Bring me the evidence"? Next

Based on this, the official can 100% conclude that Fang Zian must be related to this case. The case in Sanyuanfang must also be related to him." Song Xiang whispered but firmly in Zhao Buqi's ear.

Zhao Buqi nodded slightly and said slowly: "What you said makes sense. There is indeed something fishy about this case. Maybe..."

Before Zhao Buqi finished speaking, Master Li Shi hurried in from the door and reported: "Master Fu Zun, Master Zheng from Huozheng Yamen has arrived."

Zhao Buqi heard this and said hurriedly: "Oh? Is it here yet? Please come quickly!"

The master took the order and left. Song Xiang said in a deep voice: "Sir, do you want me to evade this position?"

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Zhao Buqi thought for a while and said, "No need, Zheng She must be here for this case, you can just listen on the side."

Song Xiang nodded in agreement. Zhao Buqi straightened his robe and walked under the porch. Under the wooden porch not far away, Zheng She was followed by several people hurriedly coming.

"Oh, Mr. Zheng, what kind of wind brought you here today?" Zhao Buqi smiled and stepped forward to salute.

Zheng Xie walked a few steps forward and saluted, "Sir Zhao, I'm here to pay you a visit unexpectedly, and I'd like to see Haihan. I'd like to pay my respects to Mr. Zhao."

"Be polite and courteous! Hahaha, you are so polite, what do you mean by being rude? You, Mr. Zheng, are a busy man, and you usually can't see him when you want to." Zhao Buqi smiled and waved his hand.

Zheng Xie laughed, turned around and said to the person behind him: "Master Fang, this is Master Zhao, the parent officer of our Lin'an Mansion, why don't you bow to Master Zhao?"

The man behind him stepped forward and hurriedly bowed and said, "Your Majesty, Zian, has met Magistrate Zhao."

Zhao Buqi was stunned. He had seen Fang Zian before, but he didn't recognize him just now because Fang Zian was wearing an official robe and looked a little different from when he first saw him. Hearing that Fang Zian had followed Zheng She, Zhao Buqi

He was a little surprised. But he quickly returned to normal, held his hands and smiled and said: "Master Fang, there is no need to be polite. I have heard about Master Fang for a long time, and I, the Tanhua Lang of Xinke of the Song Dynasty, am indeed a talented person."

Zheng Xie smiled and said: "Master Fang is indeed a young talent, and now he holds the position of director of our Lin'an Fangjun Military Yamen."

Zhao Buqi nodded and said: "I know, I know, you two adults, please sit inside."

Zheng Xie nodded, Zhao Buqi extended his hand to give way, and he and Zheng Xie entered the public house side by side. Fang Zian followed and walked into the house.

Entering the room, Fang Zian immediately saw Song Xiang standing at the bottom. There was a brief exchange of eyes between the two. Song Xiang's eyes were sharp, but Fang Zian only smiled and nodded.

The two adults sat down. Zhao Buqi pointed at Song Xiang and said to Zheng She: "Master Zheng, this is Song Tixing from the Punishment Division of our Yamen. Master Song, why are you standing there? Give a courtesy to Master Zheng and Master Fang.

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Song Xiang came slowly and saluted Zheng She. Zheng She smiled and said, "Is this Song Tixing, who is famous in the capital for his ability to solve cases? I have heard about it for a long time. He is very, very powerful."

Zhao Buqi smiled and said: "Master Song is indeed good at solving cases. Since he took office, many cases in our capital have been solved, and the public security situation has improved greatly. It is all due to him. But it is not worth bragging. This is Master Song.

It’s the right thing to do.”

Zheng Xie nodded and said, "Having said that, Mr. Zhao will have a lot of peace of mind if he has capable and capable officials."

Zhao Buqi smiled and said, "That's natural."

After the greetings were made, the tea was served, and Zhao Buqi said with a smile: "Master Zheng came to see me today. I wonder what the business is about. Master Zheng is busy with official duties, so I'm afraid he didn't come to visit to greet you."

Zheng Xie smiled and said: "If you don't go to the Three Treasures Hall for no reason, I will certainly not come to bother you for no reason. I still want to discuss with the magistrate about the case of the Zhangjia Restaurant fire that happened the day before yesterday. Many people died in that case

Man, the emperor has been urging me to inquire about the situation and the progress of the case. Originally, I could close such a case very quickly.

, but I heard that the Criminal Division of your office is investigating the case, so I came to confirm it. Mr. Zhao should also know that this matter involves the public security of Lin'an Prefecture, so the Lin'an Prefecture Yamen has the right to investigate. Only you can investigate.

After this is completed, I can proceed with the next step of pension adjustment and reporting. The emperor and the court are waiting for the results, so I took the liberty to come here today."

Zhao Buqi nodded and said: "I guess it must be because of this matter. I would like to know how Mr. Zheng has determined this matter."

Zheng Xie smiled and said: "This matter is very simple, it is just a heartbreaking accident. No one wants this kind of thing to happen, but since it has happened, it needs to be resolved as soon as possible. Because of this matter, the people in the city are talking about it.

One after another, we have to resolve this matter as soon as possible to avoid causing uproar in the city and panic among people."

Zhao Buqi frowned and said thoughtfully: "Master Zheng, do you hope that the case will be settled with an accidental fire?"

Zheng She said: "Yes, isn't it?"

Zhao Buqi twisted his beard and said: "That's it, Mr. Zheng, this matter cannot be rushed. Many doubts have not yet been clarified. I mentioned that the Criminal Division is doing its best to investigate the case. Although it is facing a lot of pressure, there is still a need for a detailed investigation.

A conclusion that can withstand scrutiny is the one. After all...this is about twenty-five lives. It is the major case of my Lin'an Mansion in the past three years."

Zheng Xie smiled and said: "What Magistrate Zhao means is, do you think this is not an accident? Investigation? Investigation of what? This is just an accident."

Before Zhao Buqi could answer, Song Xiang said in a deep voice: "Master Zheng, this is not an accident. This may be a major case of murder, silence and burning of the body."

Zheng She was stunned and said with a smile: "Sir Song, do you have any evidence for saying this?"

Song Xiang thought for a while, shook his head and said, "Evidence? It's not complete yet. But there will be."

Zheng Xie chuckled and said, "Prefect Zhao, are you kidding?"

Zhao Buqi said: "I am not joking. I respect Song Tixing's opinion."

Zheng Xie burst out laughing and said in a deep voice: "Mr. Zhao, you are overthinking this. This is just an accident. You don't need to continue the investigation, and the investigation will be in vain. Stop the investigation and close the case quickly, both for you and for me.

There are benefits.”

Zhao Buqi smiled and said, "We are not joking."

Song Xiang said from the side: "Master Zheng, human life is at stake, we cannot draw conclusions at will."

Zheng Xie laughed and said: "Sir Song, I understand your thoughts and know that you are an official who is good at investigating cases and very responsible for his duties. But this matter is probably not what you think. It is just an accident.

Everyone in Huozheng Yamen agrees on this, so why bother doing useless things? What do you think?"

Song Xiang said: "Mr. Zheng, you can't take it for granted. The person who died was your Huozheng people. I am investigating this matter thoroughly to redress the injustice of the people who died in your yamen. How can you not find out clearly? In this way, I am afraid that the victims of your yamen will be redressed."

It’s hard to close my eyes.”

Zheng Xie nodded slightly, reached out and took out a folded piece of paper from his sleeve, and handed it to Zhao Buqi.

"What is this?" Zhao Buqi asked after taking it.
Chapter completed!