The regiment members went back quickly, and the news they brought back was just as Xue Lin thought. The house of Butler Liu had been deserted for a long time. Needless to say, the assassination of Ding Zuopeng was closely related to Butler Liu.
Angrily, Xue Lin ordered the whole city to search for Butler Liu and his family, but he calmed down immediately and doubts arose in his heart. He really couldn't figure out the motive of Butler Liu's murder. It is true that Ding Zuopeng had a domineering style and often criticized his servants.
But he was really kind to Butler Liu, and Butler Liu had been a housekeeper for more than ten years and had always been diligent and loyal. Now he suddenly kills his master, which is unreasonable.
Moreover, he had seen the wound on Ding Zuopeng's neck. The knife edge was long and thin and formed a line. Such a killing skill with a single blow was not something ordinary people could do. At least Butler Liu couldn't do it. Therefore, the real culprit who killed Butler Liu must be someone else.
There were others, and Butler Liu was just an accomplice, and it was more likely that he was coerced.
Who is the real murderer? Xue Lin had countless thoughts in his mind. He first suspected Ding Zuopeng's enemies. Needless to say, Mei Changyuan who was under house arrest in the county government at the moment was counted as one, Hong Qianhui was counted as one, Yong'an
Han Baihang from the town was barely considered one, and the others had the intention but not the courage. He eliminated Han Baihang first. Since the last banditry, Han Baihang had been stationed in Yongan Town to suppress bandits. The conflict with Ding Zuopeng was very small.
The conflict did not escalate to the point of murder.
The biggest suspects are Mei Changyuan and the Red Spear Club. The reason why they are compared is not only because they are colluding, but also because when taken apart, Mei Changyuan has enough motive to kill. After all, he is the county magistrate.
Being sidelined by Ding Zuopeng, deprived of power, and repeatedly bullied, he must have resentment in his heart. This kind of hatred for interests is very likely to make him take risks, but he has murderous intentions but no strength. This is connected to the Red Spear Club. The Red Spear Club
There is no enmity with the Ding family, but Xu Wangtang, the in-law, has a deep hatred for the Red Spear, but they will not take revenge on Ding Zuopeng. However, although the Red Spear Society has no motive for murder, it will definitely rely on Mei Changyuan to make a comeback this time.
Only by getting rid of Ding Zuopeng could Mei Changyuan regain power. This was one of the motives, and the reason for the murder was probably that the city-wide manhunt for the red gun would intensify.
Apart from that, he couldn't think of anyone else who would assassinate Ding Zuopeng.
Xue Lin's head hurt when he thought about it, so he simply stopped thinking about it. He had already determined that the real murderers were these two people, and he was determined to avenge his father's murder.
"I will arrest and interrogate everyone who came in and out of the house yesterday. I won't let anyone go." Xue Lin gritted his teeth and said.
The house was shrouded in fear and panic. Xue Lin first went to the inner house to see Mrs. Ding. Mrs. Ding had fainted from crying several times and was lying in bed to rest. After Xue Lin entered, he knelt down and kowtowed several times, and said with red eyes: "Godmother
, my godfather died an unexpected death, I must find out the real culprit and skin him, please give me my condolences and please do not harm your body."
Mrs. Ding shed tears silently and said to Xue Lin: "Linzi, your godfather is gone, and your two brothers are still studying in other places. It will take some time to come back for the funeral. I, a woman, can't manage the family business, so you need to worry more."
Xue Lin hurriedly said: "Godmother, what are you talking about? My godfather has been as kind as a mountain to me. I, Xue Lin, am a man who knows how to repay his kindness. Although my godfather is gone, as long as I am here, no one will care about me."
I want to take advantage of the Ding family and ensure that the family is handed over to the Enzhe brothers after all the books are completed." The Enzhe he mentioned was the eldest son of Ding, who was studying in the UK at this time.
He could see that Mrs. Ding was worried, and there was something in her words. After all, the Ding family suffered such a huge change, it was hard to guarantee that people would not be interested in wealth, especially himself. Not only did he have the status of being a godmother, but he was also powerful. But once he treated Ding
The family property has become coveted and no one can control it. However, he does feel a sense of gratitude to the Ding family. In his heart, he believes that he is a member of the Ding family and has no intention of seeking the family property. At this time, he said these words
, just to give Mrs. Ding a reassurance.
After hearing Xue Lin's assurance, Mrs. Ding nodded with peace of mind.
Xue Lin came out of the inner house and was about to go to the county government office to find Mei Changyuan. When he went out, he bumped into Ding Qingyao. She was covered in plain clothes and her face was full of tears. She was obviously here for a funeral. Xue Lin hurriedly said: "Miss
,You're back."
When Ding Qingyao met Xue Lin, she lost her temper, punched and kicked Xue Lin, and cried and scolded him for not protecting his father.
Xue Lin was beaten and scolded by Ding Qingyao. When she had no strength, she said in a low voice: "I also regret not protecting my godfather. Don't worry, miss, I will find the murderer and avenge my godfather."
Then he asked the maid to help Ding Qingyao in, then he went out, got on his horse, and went straight to the county government office.
As soon as he arrived at the gate of the county government office, he was about to go to raise troops to investigate the crime with murderous intent. Suddenly he saw a cavalry rushing towards him, shouting: "Commander, it's bad, the opium has been robbed outside the city."
Xue Lin was so shocked that he didn't even bother to enter the county government office. He hurriedly asked the man sternly: "What's going on? I sent a squadron of troops to guard the farm. How could someone rob it?"
The cavalry said: "Suddenly a large number of people came in the middle of the night and surrounded the farm. When the brothers broke out, they were ambushed and suffered heavy casualties. Captain Qin was also beaten to death. The brothers really couldn't protect the opium."
"A bunch of trash!" Xue Lin was furious. He raised his hand and hit the cavalry with a horse whip, and said angrily: "Who dares to disturb Tai Sui's head because of his courage and courage?"
The cavalryman received a whip, but did not dare to move. He lowered his head and said: "It was too dark at night to see clearly, but the enemy's weapons are very sophisticated and they are better than our guys. They suffered a big loss during the battle."
Xue Lin was so angry that his face turned the color of pig liver. After Ding Zuopeng died, although he had no intention of seizing the family property, he fell in love with this batch of hugely valuable opium. Unexpectedly, something unexpected happened, which made him not angry.
How could he not be angry? He wanted to tear the cavalry in front of him into pieces. However, he still caught a suspicion. The people who came to rob the opium were well-armed. His first reaction was that officers and soldiers were soldiers. Except for the militia, all officers and soldiers in Yongcheng were well-armed, especially
He had received a rumor that Han Baihang had purchased a large amount of arms. Could it be that this batch of arms was snatched away by Han Baihang.
If it was really taken away by Han Baihang, then he would have no choice but to swallow his teeth with blood. Now that he doesn't have Ding Zuopeng as his backer, it will be a dead end for him to go against the officers and soldiers.
Xue Lin was frustrated. It was too late to pursue the opium now. He could only endure the loss and angrily went into the county government office. Although he did not dare to do anything to Mei Changyuan, he was determined to take advantage of Mei Changyuan.
My aunt Qin Xianglian had surgery.
The Tuan Ding stormed into the county government's back house arrogantly and arrested Qin Xianglian. Mei Changyuan could not stop him and could only watch Qin Xianglian being taken away by the Tuan Ding. He could only get anxious and curse Ding Zuopeng and Xue Lin angrily.
While he was cursing, Xue Lin came in with his hands behind his back expressionlessly, and said coldly: "Mei Changyuan, let me tell you some news. President Ding has been assassinated."
Mei Changyuan was shocked and suddenly looked into Xue Lin's eyes, only to find that his eyes were flashing with undisguised murderous intent, and he suddenly broke into a cold sweat.
