The Japanese who were hiding behind the rocks were also tied up and escorted over.
Several Japanese ships were loaded with firearms, especially the Fu ship, which also had fire oil and combustion aids. If these ships were allowed to collide, it is conceivable that the Changzhou Navy would suffer heavy losses.
Su Wan looked at the scene in front of him and asked Marquis Anyi, "Marquis Anyi had known that the White Dragon King would use such a trick? Zhang Xing was a general of the Great Zhou Dynasty. If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes... it would be hard to imagine that he colluded with the White Dragon King to use Xu
The young lady’s life is being threatened.”
An Yihou shook his head, "I also just know the whole story. Zhang Xing showed his flaws in Xie Yun's case. My daughter has been secretly watched, and she used her tricks to catch Zhang Xing and others."
Su Wan said, "Where is the prefect of Changzhou? Does he know about this case?"
As soon as he finished speaking, the Changzhou magistrate who had been waiting aside hurriedly stepped forward. Hearing that something had happened, he was so frightened that he had already mentioned the Xie family's case when he went to talk to the Seventh Madam. At that time, he spoke categorically.
Without any inside knowledge, who would have thought that it would cause a big mess so quickly.
The Changzhou magistrate lowered his head and said, "I have been ordering people to investigate the case, and I have never slacked off, but I haven't found out clearly yet." As he said that, he looked behind him at Jiangyin Magistrate Han Xun, "Master Han also followed the merchant's ship to arrest Zhang Xing."
The governor of Changzhou only hoped that Han Xun's move could turn the tide and prevent the prince-in-law from being blamed.
Su Wan looked at Han Xun, "Have you already found Zhang Xing before this?"
The governor of Changzhou was full of expectations. Han Xun had a good relationship with Wang Yuchen. Even if he told a lie, Wang Yuchen would be able to help him deal with it in the future. He hoped that Han Xun would be smarter and know what to do.
Han Xun stepped forward and saluted, "We didn't find Zhang Xing. I was just keeping an eye on the Xie family. Then I found a merchant's boat on the riverside. After I stepped forward to inquire, I found out that Miss Xu used herself as a bait to lure Zhang Xing into taking the bait. I
When we rushed over, Zhang Xing was already surrounded."
Therefore, the government has no merit whatsoever.
The governor of Changzhou was almost furious. Could it be that Han Xun was a fool?
Han Xun said politely, "Thanks to Miss Xu, it was the merchants who helped to catch those people. It has nothing to do with our government office. Not only that, the government office is also responsible for the oversight."
As early as when we visited the seventh lady of the Jiang family with the magistrate, the seventh lady had already raised questions about the Xie family. However, we were stubborn and were afraid of getting into trouble, so we refused to act. This almost caused a catastrophe. If today's Zhou Dynasty
If the people are killed, our government officials will be disgraced, and the people of Changzhou will also be disappointed in us. People in Changzhou will be panicked, which will definitely be detrimental to the war. Those who hold low positions are the sinners of the Great Zhou Dynasty."
The Changzhou magistrate's eyes widened. Did Han Xun think he was writing an edict to accuse himself? Who the hell is he? A small official was so frightened that he even listed his own crimes in detail.
"It seems that you are still a shameful official, unlike some people who know they are wrong but still want to cover up for themselves." Su Wan looked at the governor of Changzhou.
The prefect of Changzhou was panicked.
"How dare Zhang Xing do this? I knew you would do this," Su Wan said for a moment, "The emperor ordered me to supervise the army. Originally, I have no right to interfere in local government affairs, but Zhang Xing's collaboration with the enemy has involved major military affairs, so I have to investigate.
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Having said this, Su Wan stared at the Changzhou magistrate carefully.
"Zhang Xingguang can't accomplish anything on his own. I suspect someone is colluding with him. If this person is not caught, I'm afraid Changzhou will not be able to live in peace either."
The governor of Changzhou trembled all over. What did the prince-in-law mean by this? Could it be that he was doubting him?
Su Wan said coldly, "We can't waste the opportunity to fight, and the political situation in Changzhou can't make mistakes. If we care about one thing and neglect the other, and let people take the opportunity to cause chaos, I can't explain it to the Holy Lord."
The Changzhou magistrate never expected that this fire would burn him. In the past, he would not be afraid of such a thing, but now that the Zhang family has been suppressed and Mr. Zhang Yucong has been imprisoned, the Zhang family may not be able to protect themselves, so how can they control him.
"The Prince Consort clearly knows," the Changzhou magistrate said, "this official has absolutely nothing to do with the Japanese."
"There is no basis for what you say," Su Wan said in a cold voice, "We won't know until we investigate."
Once an official is investigated, it is like sitting on the bench. Even if no crime is found in this matter, someone will take advantage of this opportunity to add insult to injury...
Thinking of this, the governor of Changzhou felt a little weak at his feet.
After Su Wan said this, he looked at Changzhou General Soldier and An Yihou, "What do you two think if I deal with it this way?"
The commander-in-chief of Changzhou did not dare to neglect and said directly, "The prince-in-law is still thoughtful."
Marquis Anyi thought for a moment, "What kind of thing is it for the Japanese to bribe the officials of the Zhou Dynasty? If it is not found out, it will definitely become a hidden danger." Zhang Xing was also a fierce general. He fought with him for many years. The late emperor even praised Zhang Xing when he was still alive.
Thinking that things are changing now, Zhang Xing would rather seek refuge with the White Dragon King.
Prince Wei's case has affected so many people to this day.
"Marquis Anyi will go back to heal his wounds first," Su Wan said, "I will immediately send a secret message to the capital to explain the matter and ask the Holy One to make a decision."
After Su Wan finished speaking, he left first, and the prefect of Changzhou followed him immediately.
The sea gradually calmed down, and then a small boat was still floating on the sea. I could vaguely see someone on the boat waving to the shore for help. That was Old Mrs. Xie.
However, neither the merchant ships nor the government ships turned a deaf ear to this, and no one was prepared to rescue her.
Old Mrs. Xie yelled, found something, and beat the sea desperately, trying to push the boat to the shore. After a while, her feet lost balance, and she fell upside down into the sea.
Han Xun said eagerly, "This person is an important witness, there can't be any mistakes."
The officer next to him immediately said, "Don't worry, sir, someone has already gone to rescue you."
As soon as she finished speaking, Mrs. Xie was thrown back into the boat like a dead pig.
Han Xun breathed a sigh of relief and bowed to Marquis Anyi, "There are still files to be sorted out in the Yamen, so I don't dare to delay."
Anyihou nodded, and Han Xun immediately left with Mrs. Xie.
An Yihou looked at Song Chengxuan beside him. The two of them walked to a quiet place, and then An Yihou said, "The situation in Changzhou is far more complicated than I thought. If it weren't for Qing Huan, I'm afraid they would have succeeded this time."
Speaking of his daughter, An Yihou had a proud look on his face, "Thanks to Mr. Song for your help." He paused for a moment, "Mr. Song came to Changzhou this time. Will he stay here? Quanzhou."
The situation over there is pretty good.”
The sea breeze blew Song Chengxuan's robes flying, his eyes were deep, and his expression was like the sea breeze blowing on people's faces, with a little indifference and sharpness.
Marquis An Yi's words fell into my ears.
He hadn't actually thought about this. He hadn't done anything so uncertain in many years.
Nor did he expect that because he was worried about Xu Qinghuan's safety, he abandoned the fleet bound for Ryukyu and went straight to Changzhou.
He had clearly thought about it on the day he left the capital. She had no such thoughts and he didn't have to force her, but he never thought that all this would not end so easily.
An Yihou hesitated in his words, but he understood in his heart what An Yihou wanted to say.
"Do you want everything to return to the way it was?" Song Chengxuan said coldly, as if he wanted to freeze himself with frost so that others would not dare to approach him.