"According to the traces at the scene, the opponent could use his flesh and blood to resist a galloping carriage, but to kill a galloping horse with one punch is beyond the reach of ordinary people." The speaker was Qipin County Magistrate Liu Rengui, He looked at Xing Yusen, the chief arrester of Chang'an County.
Chang'an County Magistrate Liu Rengui was newly appointed by the emperor, a young and capable seventh-rank official in his early twenties.
Now County Magistrate Liu is almost unknown in the Tang Dynasty, but historical records record that during the Emperor Gaozong period, Liu Rengui was an official who rose to prime minister, and after his death, he was awarded the top official of the Yitong Sansi Division of Kaifu.
In his middle age, Liu Ingui served in the peninsula and guarded Baekje. He rescued Silla and defeated the Japanese in the Battle of Baijiangkou. He was truly the first person to fight against the Japanese.
To be promoted by the emperor to become the magistrate of Ancheng County at the age of twenty-five shows that he has extraordinary abilities.
Xing Baotou was a veteran and was shrewd and tactful. When he was in his thirties, he voluntarily transferred from the army to the county government's police officer, just to leave the precarious battlefield and have a stable life.
Although he is a little greedy for life and fear of death, he still has the real ability to solve cases, otherwise he would not be retained by successive county magistrates.
Looking at the corpse of the war horse, the executioner frowned and rubbed his chin. He hesitated for a moment, then leaned closer and whispered to the county magistrate Liu Rengui: "Sir, based on my many years of battlefield experience, there are no ten people in Chang'an City who can have such ability. Come here. And all of them are famous warriors. This matter is not simple."
Liu Rengui smiled: "I asked you to analyze the case, but I didn't ask you to charge into the battle. Are you afraid of this? No matter who did it, our duty is to find out what happened. After all, on Zhuque Street in Chang'an City, people killed people in the street and walked away. The impact is too great. If we don’t figure it out, how can we explain it to His Majesty?"
Xing Baotou has only been in the position of being a head catcher in these years. What he lacks is a sense of the overall situation and vision. For example, at this time, when encountering a problem, his first reaction is to protect himself. But he admired the county magistrate's advice.
"Sir, I heard that there is another deceased person, Li Yi'an, the son of Prince Ngee'an. Just now when my subordinates went to Wuhou Yamen to review the case documents, they vaguely heard an old friend say that it seemed that Prince Ngee'an did not intend to pursue the case."
Liu Rengui asked in confusion: "My own son was killed in the street, and a high-ranking prince didn't hold him accountable? Is there anyone else in Chang'an City that a prince can't afford to offend?"
He wanted to say, could it be His Majesty? But everyone knows it's impossible.
The executioner shook his head and said he didn't know, "It's just hearsay and has never been confirmed. But why did the master and servant die, and the coachman came to complain, but the prince was nowhere to be seen?"
Hiss... Liu Rengui nodded and looked towards the county government lounge, where the plaintiff, mother and son were sitting. No wonder when I heard them report the crime this morning, they were hesitant and secretive.
"Okay, regardless of what is involved behind the scenes, we need to know the ins and outs of this accident. You are known as the third person to solve the case in Chang'an City. Today, you show your skills to a group of newly recruited boys. Let's see if there are any talents who can be cultivated. You accept an apprentice to lead the area, our yamen is most in need of manpower, especially someone with real skills like you."
Old Xing's face turned red, "Stop praising me, sir. I, Old Xing, have been laughed at by a bunch of colleagues all day long for my skills. I'm so embarrassed that I don't even have the shame to go to the Criminal Department."
A young boy next to him jumped out and shouted: "Master, when I learn your skills, I will definitely go to the Criminal Department to help you find your place. Who dares to disobey me, Yan Xiaoliu's master?"
Lao Xing turned around and slapped the opponent on the head, "Sir, is it your turn to interrupt? There are no rules. You kid is so dumb, you should practice your martial arts first and then talk about bragging all day long."
"Hey, Lao Xing, is this your apprentice?" Liu Rengui asked curiously.
"Ahem, no, this guy has average talent, but he's thick-skinned, and he wants to follow me so shamelessly." Head Xing said with disdain.
Liu Rengui looked at it and said, "This kid is tough and tough. He looks good. Lao Xing, since he is willing to learn with an open mind, you can lead him. Okay, you go to investigate the case quickly. The people who go to the palace should be back by now .”
Yan Xiaoliu came closer to Lao Xing and laughed, "Master, the magistrate has spoken. You can't deny me as your disciple this time, right?"
Lao Xing rolled his eyes at this rogue disciple and said, "If you can't practice the sword skills I taught you within half a month, I will ask the county magistrate to kick you out of the Yamen."
little six:……
"Sir, the Prince of Nghe An is here in person."
Liu Rengui was shocked, "Where is it? I'm just saying, after such a big incident, he shouldn't be silent."
"Already at the door."
"Let's go, come with me to greet you." Liu Rengui walked out of the evidence room calmly.
When they met, Li Xiaochang, the king of Nghe An County, had already strode into the county government yard.
"Your Majesty, it's rude for me to disturb you. I heard that something happened to your son last night. Please express your condolences. We will find out the problem and catch the murderer and give you justice." Liu Rengui looked distressed.
Li Xiaochang had been working as an official abroad and did not recognize the new magistrate of Chang'an. However, his attitude was obviously to flatter him, but he was quite sensible.
Normally, Li Xiaochang would be satisfied with the attitude of the Chang'an County Magistrate, but the problem is that now Li Xiaochang doesn't want to make a big fuss or file a complaint.
It has to be said that those who can achieve this position are all good actors. Li Xiaochang looked regretful and sad, "Oh, don't say anything. Last night at Wuhou Yamen, I already understood the whole story. , there were witnesses who saw the whole thing.”
"I have no skills in teaching my son. I am too arrogant and domineering. I went out to drink and make nonsense at night. I was so drunk that I dared to ride on Zhuque Street to kill people and rush into the people. It is also a death penalty under Tang law."
"It's better now. That beast offended someone he shouldn't have offended, so he deserves to be killed. I don't have to go and plead guilty to His Majesty. Chang'an County, thank you for your kindness. Let's forget about this matter."
Liu Rengui said in surprise: "What? Your Majesty, what are you doing?"
Li Xiaochang sighed again, "Alas! Although Quan Zi is a dandy and deserves his death, after all, people are dead. I, thinking of the love between my parents and children, don't want to make this matter a fuss and spread it out, which will bring a bad name. People die. If the light goes out, why bother letting him suffer anymore? You think so?"
Liu Rengui frowned and said: "But Your Majesty, regardless of whether the son is guilty of negligence or not, even if he is, he should not be punished by individuals. The government should be convicted and sentenced according to the laws of the Tang Dynasty. Otherwise, what is the meaning of the Tang laws? The security of Chang'an City Where is that? I have the emperor's favor and I am the magistrate of Chang'an County. I cannot watch someone kill someone in the street and walk away with impunity."
Li Xiaogong thought to himself, how could he meet such a foolish young magistrate of the county? Doesn’t this king’s words work?
"You, what's your name? Chang'an County, I, as the culprit, will not be held accountable. Since ancient times, the people have not sued and the officials have not been held accountable. Why are you here? You are the magistrate of Chang'an County appointed by His Majesty. Do you want me to The king is asking His Majesty to come forward and argue with you? I just want to preserve the reputation of my son after his death."
"As for the gangster you mentioned, who can easily kill a galloping horse with one punch, I have never seen anyone except the god-man King Zhao of Xifu back then. Moreover, he came and went without a trace, leaving no trace at all. Come to think of it, , there is a god three feet above his head. The evil boy offended God, and God came to take him back."
Liu Rengui was very puzzled, is this his biological father? Your son was beaten to death, why don't you investigate? Want to put things to rest? Is it really His Majesty...
