This was the first time for Master Zhang to see the Young Master like this. He didn't seem to have the murderous aura and ferocity of someone who was wearing armor and leading troops on an expedition. He even looked too calm.
It was as if nothing happened.
But it is this calmness that makes people feel extremely dull, as if they can't breathe.
Master, this string is too tight.
Master Zhang wanted to say something, but he didn't know how to say it. Maybe it would be much better if he got the pills from the Zhang family.
Song Chengxuan drove his horse forward, and Zhang Zhenren followed immediately.
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Jiang Yong carried the package and walked forward. Uncle Guo ordered him to find ways to get out of the city.
If the Zhang family is fine, he will naturally come back. If something happens to the Zhang family, he will also get the news. When the time comes, he will destroy everything in his hands, find a place to die, and everything will be over.
Uncle Guo entrusted this to him, and he couldn't make any mistakes even if he died.
Jiang Yong thought like this, and suddenly felt that there seemed to be fewer people behind him. He turned his head and looked back, and there were indeed fewer and fewer people walking on the official road, which meant that people leaving the city now would be interrogated by officers and soldiers.
Such movement was not a good thing. Jiang Yong felt the danger and immediately quickened his pace.
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There were already officers and soldiers guarding the gate of the capital. Both merchants and common people had to undergo interrogation before they could be released. Soon the gate of the city was crowded.
Zhang Yuci was put in prison, and officers and soldiers from the Zhang Mansion were sent to arrest Zhang Yuci. The person who interrogated Zhang Yuci was Song Chengxuan, which revealed the news that the emperor was serious this time, and the Zhang family would not escape as easily as usual.
There are even rumors that Zhang Yuci poisoned Queen Yu, and the emperor became furious because of this. Zhang Yuci had been forced to take the same poison pill and would definitely not survive.
In court today, no one will protect Zhang Yuci.
The capital is a sensitive place, and every dignitary is smarter than the last. If there is the slightest disturbance, everyone will find ways to protect themselves.
Now everyone's topic is related to the Zhang family.
The Zhang family is deeply rooted, and the slightest movement will make people feel like the earth is shaking.
Not far away, Cheng Ruhai, the Minister of Punishment, and Li Xu were standing there.
Cheng Ruhai was very satisfied with Li Xu, his subordinate. Li Xu had already reported it to him, and Chang Yue was very suspicious. He also gave these secret reports to the emperor. They secretly made considerable contributions to the Zhang family's outcome.
Cheng Ruhai looked at the riots in the capital and patted Li Xu on the shoulder: "Serving the emperor will not diminish your future. You will lead people to assist the Shuntian Mansion Yamen to stop all suspicious people."
Li Xu responded: "Is your lord going to the palace?"
Cheng Ruhai nodded: "I will report the movement outside to the emperor first, and then stay in the guard room. If there is any movement from the spy we sent out, you can have the news sent immediately so that I can go and see the emperor."
Li Xu said: "I understand."
Cheng Ruhai smiled: "You have caught up with the good time. The emperor has arranged for so many years and finally captured the Zhang family. You have also made great achievements. Once the Zhang family is gone, the emperor can show off his skills and will naturally use you.
"
Li Xu bowed and said: "They are all cultivated by Master Cheng."
"Okay, if you have anything else to say, we'll talk about it later," Cheng Ruhai said, "Don't delay any longer and go on errands immediately!"
After saying this, Cheng Ruhai turned around and mounted his horse. Before leaving, he did not forget to tell Li Xu: "There is also Song Chengxuan. Although the emperor uses him, he is not very confident about him. You have to be more careful."
Li Xu responded and came down.
Cheng Ruhai left, and Li Xu's eyes fell on the streets of Beijing. He calculated correctly. Cheng Ruhai was loyal to the emperor and held the emperor's eye in his hand. By relying on Cheng Ruhai, he could gain the emperor's trust.
He knew before going to Changzhou that the emperor would soon take action against the Zhang family. After handling the case in Changzhou, he followed Cheng Ruhai and reported all his guesses about Huijing to the truth in every detail.
Now is the best time for the Emperor to deal with the Queen Mother's party. Sure enough, Cheng Ruhai received the order and they made all preparations secretly.
He also guessed that the emperor would use Song Chengxuan.
With Song Chengxuan's ability, he would never stand idly by at such a time.
Smart people know when to take advantage of a situation for themselves.
Xu Qinghuan was in the palace, and they cooperated internally and externally to take the lead.
"Master Li, someone wants to see you."
Li Xu followed the voice and looked to the side, only to see a female family member wearing a cloak standing there. The female family member gently raised her head, revealing her beautiful face.
That's Miss Yu San.
Li Xu knew that the Yu family had come to the capital and did not want to interact with the Yu family, so he did not ask anyone to inquire about the Yu family's whereabouts. Miss Yu San appeared here, and she probably got some news.
Li Xu walked over.
"Master Jiu," Miss Yu San stepped forward and saluted, "I have a few words that I want to say to Master Jiu, so that I won't waste too much of Master Jiu's time."
After Miss Yu San finished speaking, she immediately took out a letter from her arms: "Master Jiu, I know about Zhang Yuci's business in the north. Now that something has happened to the Zhang family, the shopkeeper who works for Zhang Yuci will definitely take some evidence away from the capital. Although Zhang Yuci
After falling, Zhang Yuchi and the Queen Mother of Northern Xinjiang are still there. As long as they keep their money, they can make a comeback in the future.
But if Master Jiu pinches their throats and presents it to the emperor, there is no way that the emperor will ask Master Jiu to go to the north to investigate Zhang Yuchi, so that Master Jiu can show off his skills and let Zhang Yuchi dominate the northern Xinjiang.
The people in Xinjiang have already been miserable for a long time. If Jiu Ye eliminates the harm to the people, he will gain the support of the people.
Now or never.
Song Chengxuan is already very prosperous, and Master Jiu cannot let him take advantage of it. Song Chengxuan is determined to make great contributions in the southeast, and he is too sharp in his work. The emperor may not have much trust in him. He must hope that someone can equal him. Master Jiu must also think of it.
Only after understanding this can we bring people here.
I came to the capital this time to inquire about the situation of the Southeast Guard Station for my father and brother. I happened to catch up with this matter, and thought that the information found by the Yu family's spies would be useful, so I hurriedly came to look for Master Jiu."
After Miss Yu San said this, she raised her head and looked at Li Xu. She saw that Li Xu's expression was still cold, as if he was not tempted.
Miss Yu San said: "Master Jiu, there is no need to doubt me, and I have no other intentions. Master Jiu does not need to feel that he owes the Yu family any favors.
Master Jiu took the time to take over the Zhang family, and the Yu family has less of their own worries. I am here to benefit the Yu family."
After Miss Yu San finished speaking, she handed the secret letter in her hand to Li Xu.
Li Xu did not go to receive the letter.
"Master Li," the official came over in a hurry, "Master Song is about to leave the city with his people."
Has Song Chengxuan finished the affairs at Zhang Yuci's house? Why is he in a hurry to leave the city now?
Miss Yu San stood there and stopped talking, quietly waiting for Li Xu's answer, as if she would happily accept no matter what Li Xu chose.
Li Xu ordered his men to lead the horses, and then turned to look at Miss Yu San: "Let Third Miss worry about it, Li Xu alone cannot decide on court affairs. If there is indeed a place where the Yu family's help is needed, Li Xu will definitely come to visit.
"
Miss Yu San nodded: "I hope Master Jiu's trip goes well."
Li Xu got on his horse and moved forward.
When Li Xu had gone far away, Miss Yu San only heard Yu Zhu say: "This Mr. Li Jiu is too... he really failed the young lady..."
"No," Miss Yu San looked at Li Xu, "Didn't he go out of the city? The person I arranged is outside the city. If Li Xu wants to compete with Master Song, he will use my skills.