Butler Zhang's words made the head of the Ouyang family and Ouyang Qianhu seem to see a bright light.
If Ouyang Qianhu can be cleared of his crimes, not to mention a tavern, but the entire Ouyang family, why not?
Ouyang Qianhu looked at Butler Zhang with joy on his face and was so excited that he was speechless.
At present, he can only hide in the family as a servant. Only the close servants of the family know his true identity. As for the outside world, he never dares to show his true identity to others. In this kind of hiding day, he really
I don't want to continue anymore.
The head of the Ouyang family also had the same idea in his heart.
The second son has seen through the world and has no interest in running the Ouyang family's industry. The eldest son, who has just shown some promise, has become a key criminal in the court overnight. If the court traces Yizhou, not only will he be arrested and brought to justice, but his family will also
He will also be imprisoned for covering up.
If we can use outside power to clear our son's name, not only will the Ouyang family have successors, but the entire family will also be spared from prison. In comparison, what does a small tavern mean?
At this moment, a servant hurriedly ran in from the door: "Master, Master Zhizhou is here."
Before anyone could react, Yizhou Zhizhou Lan Liqun, dressed in casual clothes, had already hurried in.
Everyone hurriedly stood up and knelt down to worship.
"No need, no need." Lan Liqun waved his hand, and with a straight face, he walked directly to the seat opposite the head of the Ouyang family under the nave and sat down.
"Master Lan, what are you doing today?" Looking at Lan Liqun, who was dressed in casual clothes, the head of the Ouyang family raised his hand and asked softly.
Lan Liqun didn't say anything. He straightened up and scanned everyone in the hall.
The head of the Ouyang family understood the meaning immediately and waved his hand: "You all can go down."
"Yes." Everyone responded and retreated. Only Butler Zhang was left to accompany the head of the Ouyang family.
"Master Lan, you came here in such a hurry, could it be that you also heard about the smashing of the tavern?" the head of the Ouyang family asked in a low voice.
Throughout the dynasties, officials were strictly prohibited from engaging in business. In the Ming Dynasty, even family members of officials were not allowed to participate in commercial activities.
As the city of Yizhou in the Ming Dynasty, it naturally had to abide by the laws of the imperial court, and people from the state government did not participate in any commercial operations within the city.
Because of this, the head of the Ouyang family, who monopolized most of the business circle in Yizhou City, in order to get the support of the state government, used half of the tavern's profits to send to the state government on a monthly basis. It was euphemistically called "Zhouya".
"Expenses for hard work of government administration".
Now, the tavern has been smashed up. As the direct management superior, the chief official of the state government, Master Zhizhou Lan, came in such a hurry. He must want to ask about the specific process and hold the perpetrator accountable.
"This is just one of them." Lan Liqun said softly with a straight face.
"Oh, does Mr. Lan have other matters?" The head of the Ouyang family couldn't help but be a little surprised.
The tavern was smashed, which is equivalent to the collapse of half of Yizhou City. Are there other things that are more serious than this?
"Before this group smashed up the tavern, they beat up our Yizhou guards at the gate of the city." Lan Liqun frowned, seeming to be considering the matter a little.
When these words were heard by Butler Zhang who was standing nearby, his whole body felt as if he had been struck by lightning.
If the other party smashed the tavern just casually, then he would be really confident in attacking the guards of Yizhou City. From this, it seems that the other party's power in the capital is much greater than he thought.
If I can make this deal with Mr. Xiao and make myself look familiar, maybe I will be able to prosper from now on.
All matters related to Mr. Xiao must be reconciled, must be reconciled!
"This, this group of people is too bold. Even if they smashed the tavern, they actually dared to attack the guards of Yizhou City. Did they take advantage of the courage of a bear and a leopard?" The head of the Ouyang family said with anger and righteous indignation.
Having said that, the head of the Ouyang family has found some balance in his heart.
In the final analysis, no matter how famous my tavern is in Yizhou City, it is just a private business. As for the Yizhou guards, they represent the state government and the court. These people dare to take action. In comparison,
It seemed to be expected that his tavern was smashed up.
"If you want the state government to come forward in this matter, there is only one way for you to go to the state government and file a complaint against them for smashing up the tavern for no reason. Only in this way can I send out the police officers openly and bring them to justice." Look.
Looking at the head of the Ouyang family, Lan Liqun whispered.
"No." The head of the Ouyang family rested his right arm on the table, leaned out and looked at the other party with some confusion, "They rushed the guard, which is a bigger crime. Mr. Lan should have gone to arrest him immediately. Why did he wait until I went to the state government office?
Only if you file a complaint can the state government be dispatched to arrest you?"
Although the Ouyang family and Zhizhou Lan Liqun have inextricably linked interests, the defenders of the city were beaten, but Mr. Lan asked the Ouyang family to file a complaint with the state government before handling the case. Is there any stake in this?
relation?
Could it be that Mr. Lan was also concerned about the power behind the other party, so he pushed the Ouyang family forward? Did he use the Ouyang family to test the depth of this water?
Thinking of this, the head of the Ouyang family was secretly dissatisfied.
Of all the Ouyang family's properties, which one does not give Zhou Yayun some profit? Now, when the Ouyang family needs protection, you push us to the front line, which is really unreasonable.
If the other party is of average power, take this opportunity to vent your anger on the Yizhou guards and make peace with the Ouyang family.
If the other party is in power, you can completely blame the Ouyang family for the matter, saying that you are one of the parents and only act in accordance with the system and completely ignore the responsibility. It is really a wishful thinking.
Lan Liqun didn't seem to know what the head of the Ouyang family was thinking, and just sighed.
"Well, I also know that the charge of rushing the guard is bigger, but if the investigation is really carried out, I may not be able to keep my position as the governor."
Leaning back on the chair, Lan Liqun raised his right hand and pinched his temple, as if he had endless worries in his heart.
"What does this have to do with you, sir?" The head of the Ouyang family was even more confused after hearing this.
"The captain of the guard is my unlucky brother-in-law. It's not like you don't know about the Ouyang family." Lan Liqun said while rubbing his head.
"Of course I know. Because of this, the state government should stand up for the guards of Yizhou. We, the guards of Yizhou, must also belong to the state government establishment. Besides, the court has no regulations that relatives of the governor cannot be among the guards of the state city.
Isn’t it a job?”
The head of the Ouyang family looked at the other party and said in confusion.
