When doing things for others, you must know where the bottom line is.
The Cui family is powerful. What if Li Er is forced to rebel and Li Er puts the blame on himself? The matter is so important that Qin Huaidao has to be on guard and ask questions clearly to avoid causing trouble for himself.
"Just go to Lu Guogong. This matter will be handled by the Supervision Department. I only look at the results. As for Cui, if there is evidence, we can move it. If there is no evidence..." Li Er thought for a moment and continued: "If there is no evidence, we can't keep it.
There are no traces, otherwise, I can't protect you, so it's better to be cautious and steady."
These words were spoken from the bottom of my heart and should not be uttered normally.
Li Er knew that this was not an easy matter, so in order to encourage Qin Huaidao and avoid causing trouble, he decided to tell the truth.
Qin Huaidao immediately saw Li Er's attitude towards the five surnames and Qi Wang, and knew where the bottom line was. He was determined and could take action. As for the evidence, there were plenty of ways.
Li Er added: "In addition, there is an empty house in Anrenfang. I have asked people to clean it up. From now on, it will be the government office of the Supervisory Office. The Ministry of Revenue will free up 10,000 taels of silver for the daily expenses of the Supervisory Office and respond to personnel matters.
Make your own decision, just report it, do your business well, and only see me if you have something to do, don't let me down."
He gave office space, money, and personnel rights. Although it was all for official business, the trust was not small. Qin Huaidao felt a little more favorable to Li Er and said seriously: "Thank you, Your Majesty."
"Go and run your errands."
"According to the order!"
Qin Huaidao resigned and left, and went straight to Lu Guogong's mansion. He didn't understand the plot planned by Li Er, and felt uneasy. As for Li Er's personal jade pendant, he didn't take the initiative to take it back. Did he forget it?
Or is it deliberately left to yourself, which contains deep meaning?
Qin Huaidao thought for a moment, but he couldn't figure it out. He was too lazy to struggle. Of course he wouldn't return such a useful thing stupidly and hand it over. If necessary, he would take it out to intimidate all parties. He yelled that he was ordered to investigate the case, and asked who wouldn't be afraid?
After walking out of the imperial city, the Qianniu Guard guarding the city gate returned the war horse. Qin Huaidao turned over and was about to express his thanks when he heard the other party whisper: "Master Qin, the King of Wei is hosting a banquet at Wenxian Residence. I have invited you."
Qin Huaidao responded calmly and wrote down the other person's appearance. The Qianniu Guards were the forbidden army and only obeyed the orders of the Holy Emperor. They actually helped a Wei King pass a message. This man had to be on guard. He clamped his legs and left slowly.
Ben Lu Duke’s Mansion, as for the King of Wei, don’t be in a hurry!
"Persimmons, fresh persimmons—"
"Sir, would you like a bowl of the freshly stewed haggis soup?"
"Dear guest, please come inside——"
"Mr. Lang, come and play!"
…
All kinds of shouting sounds are endless, the flags and flags of the wine shops are flowing, the crowds are flowing, and the smoke of all kinds of fireworks makes people intoxicated. Qin Huaidao admires everything around him while walking, and his mood becomes inexplicably peaceful. This is the glorious Tang Dynasty, this is the prosperous age of Zhenguan, no matter what is behind it
There is so much darkness and injustice hidden there, but none of it can deny the glory of the Tang Dynasty!
Unknowingly, when they arrived at Duke Lu's mansion, the disciple had already been reminded and trotted up to lead the horse. Another man said respectfully: "Duke, please follow me!"
Qin Huaidao jumped off his horse and followed him. Not long after, he came to a guest room, where several princes were sitting. Their faces were red with wine. The laughter could be heard from a distance. Qin Huaidao went in and bowed: "Junior Huaidao
, I have met several uncles."
"Why are you here? Sit down quickly." Cheng Yaojin pointed to a table next to him and said with a smile: "My family, just be casual. Come on, serve the meat!"
Soon, someone brought a large vat of beef, which was still steaming, and a vat of wine. Qin Huaidao was still frightened by Cheng Yaojin's drinking, and quickly said: "I won't drink any more wine. I will investigate the case later, and I'd like to invite all uncles."
Be considerate.”
"Okay, let's eat some fresh meat next time." Cheng Yaojin knew the inside story and didn't force it.
Qin Huaidao tried it and found that the meat was very rotten, but some firewood tasted weird and wasted. After one bite, he lost interest and said bluntly: "Uncle Cheng, this junior is here..."
"I understand, it's all here." Cheng Yaojin interrupted, stood up and walked forward, took out a confession from his arms and handed it over, adding: "That's all. I've verified it and it can't be wrong."
Qin Huaidao quickly stood up and took it, and glanced at the content above. The name, address, strength and other information were all complete. This group of people mainly relied on the Western Canal to make a living. The Western Canal ran through the East City and was an important freight route. Their den was on a big red ship.
So the name was given to the Red Boat Club, and the leader was Cui Shihai, who was brave, ruthless, and sinister.
There are more than a hundred men in the gang, 30% of whom are retired soldiers. They can't survive, so they join the gang and become the main force. The other members are also hard-working porters. They are strong and dare to risk their lives because Cui is behind them.
It has support, a lot of weapons, and its combat effectiveness is better than other gangs that make a living on water transportation.
Such poor people who cannot survive can do anything and are difficult to deal with, so they cannot all be killed.
Qin Huaidao put the confession in his arms and said: "Uncle Cheng, uncles, I still have important matters that I can't afford to delay, so I can only plead guilty and treat everyone to a drink after this period of work is over."
"But what kind of wine are you talking about?" Li Jing asked with a smile.
"Exactly, I'll keep it to everyone's satisfaction."
"That's very good. I'll remember it and go quickly." Everyone laughed and said that they didn't want to stay. After all, he is a junior, so if he stayed, no one would let him go.
After leaving Lu Guogong's mansion, Qin Huaidao returned home first. The official uniform was stained with blood and the old clothes were inappropriate. With the help of He'er, he changed into a clean stand-up collared tunic suit and put it on. The clothes were custom-made and had a slimming effect. He became more energetic.
Energetic and heroic.
"Young Master, this new set of clothes is so beautiful and energetic. He'er wants to go to Qinjiazhuang to learn crafts from those young ladies. Once he learns, he can make a suit for the young master to wear, okay?" He'er praised sincerely,
It's a pity that Xiao Nizi doesn't know Zhongnanhai Bodyguard, otherwise she would have to say "With this look, the young master is much more handsome than that other one."
"Go if you like, but the conditions are too difficult. Several people squeeze into one room."
"He'er is also a servant, born like them, not so delicate."
"Okay, I'll take you with me next time when I go back." Qin Huaidao promised. A little girl guarding the backyard is really lonely. Everyone else in the house is busy. Plus He'er's status as a personal maid, she will be everyone's concubine in the future.
The master didn't dare to get too close, which made it difficult for He'er to have true friends in the house.
A girl of sixteen or seventeen is in her active period, how can she be lonely?
"He'er, is He'er here?" A voice came from outside.
Qin Huaidao sounded familiar, but he couldn't remember who it was for a moment, so he looked at He'er, who responded and explained: "It's the Liu family, here to teach the slave girl how to be red."
"Liu's family?"
Qin Huaidao was startled, suddenly remembered who it was, and hurriedly went out and shouted: "Sister-in-law is here?"
"The young master is here too? The daughter of the people has seen the young master." Mrs. Liu quickly saluted.
"You're welcome. Brother Xue and I have the same minds. We are brothers of life and death. From now on, just call me Huai Dao, but are we still used to it?" Qin Huaidao asked with concern.
Mrs. Liu hurriedly said: "I don't dare. The young master appreciates Xue Lang. It is his blessing. The courtesy cannot be discarded. Everyone here is nice and I am very accustomed to living there. Thank you for your concern, young master."
Qin Huaidao couldn't insist and said: "Sister-in-law, Brother Xue needs to be in Qinjiazhuang recently. I'm afraid he won't be able to come back. It's my fault to separate you two. It will be fine after a few days. Please forgive me, sister-in-law."
"Young Master, you are serious. Xue Lang can follow the Young Master to do things. That is the Young Master's trust. If he does something bad, he can be punished at will." Liu said solemnly.
The two of them were not familiar with each other, and Xue Rengui was not here, so he couldn't say anything more, so Qin Huaidao took his leave and said, "You guys can chat, I have to leave first." He hurriedly left.
After leaving the house, Qin Huaidao went straight to Wenxianju.