There should be no robbers in Bianliang.
This is the common sentiment of everyone, so most people think that the old man is lying.
"The villain didn't lie!"
The old man was a little frightened by the comments around him, and said hurriedly: "The villain's daughter was kidnapped by these beasts the year before last! I also know that person among them in the form of Hui!"
"..."
This time the scene became quiet again.
Everyone looked at the old man one after another, it can be said that all living things are like him!
"Speak carefully, don't be afraid."
Cao An's eyes were still calm, and he waved his hands and said, "Go, get him a stool, and pour him a cup of tea."
Arhat quickly came out with a stool, politely helped the old man sit down, handed him hot tea, and said politely: "I wonder what you call me, and where do you live?"
Although what the old man said was very mysterious, you still need to be vigilant.
Arhat is no longer the stupid person he was at the beginning. He understands that this kind of thing requires a 'confirmation', otherwise it will cause trouble if it is publicized.
You said there are robbers running rampant in Bianliang?
Then whose face is this slap in the face?
The emperor is so strict at his feet that something like this happened. If something goes wrong in the end, who will bear the responsibility?
After the old man was comforted, his tone gradually became calmer: "Your Majesty, you are polite. My surname is Deng, and my home is in Huaihua Hutong in the east of the city. The neighbors all call me Old Dengtou."
Arhat nodded, his attitude kind but dignified.
"Have you always lived in the east of the city? What kind of livelihood do you have?"
"A certain family's ancestors were from Luzhou, but they moved to Bianliang a few years ago! There is a small paper mill in the family, and they make a living by selling paper. There are five members of the family, two daughters and one son."
Old Dengtou's answer was very detailed, and he was obviously willing to go all out.
His eyes gradually turned red, and he choked with sobs: "The villain's eldest daughter got married to Luoyang, Xijing years ago, but on the day of her wedding... Damn gangsters! They are all beasts."
Before he could finish his words, he started crying uncontrollably.
"Don't be anxious, speak slowly."
Arhat patted him on the back affectionately and said comfortingly: "As long as what you say is true, a certain husband will definitely make the decision for you!"
"Every word of the villain is true!"
Old Dengtou nodded with firm eyes and gritted his teeth: "As long as Mr. Cao Lang can kill those beasts, I don't want any money! I just want to avenge a certain poor woman!"
How can money solve the revenge of murdering a son?
Everyone only had to make a few guesses to begin to sympathize with Old Dengtou... A woman who was about to get married was kidnapped by robbers, and you can imagine the outcome!
"Tell me the details."
Cao An's voice turned slightly cold, interrupting Old Deng's crying.
There are too many poor people in the world. He can't provide justice to everyone, otherwise will he still be alive? This kind of work will be exhausting even if the savior comes!
really……
A scoundrel is a scoundrel, but he is still cold-blooded at heart!
The people around him gradually looked at him strangely. They were not as approving as before, but also looked at with disgust and contempt... It seemed that Cao An did not deserve sympathy, and he deserved to have his bodyguard taken away.
Cao An didn't care about these looks, and still had a cold face.
His news is all bought with money. I don't care what others say, no matter what!
Old Deng shivered again and then said hurriedly: "The villain's daughter was kidnapped on the way to her wedding. Those people left a note saying they wanted to..."
"etc!"
One squeezed in from the crowd.
Liu Weizhen walked in with a gloomy face, followed by a team of government officials.
He didn't care about the looks of the people around him, and he didn't have time to talk nonsense to Cao An. He ordered in a cold voice: "Take him back and ask him carefully! If anything happens, the government will make the decision!"
I thought you weren’t coming anymore!
Cao An sneered inwardly, got up and walked over: "I'm here to pay my respects to Mr. Liu. What brought you here? I'm still thinking of visiting my house in a few days."
As soon as these words came out, the people around suddenly remembered - yes, Cao An is also an official!
However, he did not use the power of the government to find the person. Instead, he publicly offered rewards and took portraits in the street. It caused a storm all over the city, and even robbers appeared.
From the perspective of the government, this is undoubtedly a slap in the face!
Why did Liu Weizhen come?
He definitely wouldn't do it because of a missing guard, nor because of Cao An's public reward. But now that even the robbers have come out, he has to come.
Regardless of whether this is true or not, even if there are real robbers...is this something that can be said in front of the people?
Once it is confirmed that there are robbers, how should the people discuss it? Do you still want the court’s face? How many of the Imperial Guards stationed in the area where the incident occurred will be unlucky!
Liu Weizhen watched Cao An's face gradually become ugly.
He is really the same troublemaker as always!
"I don't want to talk about it anymore. The Kaifeng Mansion has taken over the case. If you have anything to do, go to the Yamen and tell it. Don't bother with it anymore, okay?"
When Liu Weizhen said this, she felt a little aggrieved.
Damn it, ever since Cao An came to Bianliang, it has become increasingly difficult for him to perform inspections in Kaifeng Mansion. He has to find something for you to do every day. If you don't do it, it won't be a day!
"What you said is serious..."
Cao An smiled slightly and said in a very polite manner: "You are an official for the common people. Even though you are an official, you cannot cross the line, right? Everything is decided by Mr. Liu."
"Well, it's still a human saying."
Liu Weizhen's face softened a bit, and she whispered: "The guard is missing, and I know you are angry. But there are many things that you and I can't decide, do you understand?"
"clear."
Cao An smiled and nodded: "Take the man away, and hand the case over to Kaifeng Mansion. I will immediately remove the reward, and you will be responsible for all matters from now on!"
"...Don't you want to make a fuss?"
Liu Weizhen frowned subconsciously, her eyes flickering: "How do I feel, you are holding back your bad intentions? I can tell you... if you dare to cheat someone, Mr. Fan can't protect you!"
"How can I do that? I can't resist this matter."
Cao An leaned forward slightly and whispered: "Even if you don't come, I will send you there. I just want to find the murderer, and others will not get involved."
"..."
Liu Weizhen stayed on the spot for a moment: "You! If I have another life, I will never do this Kaifeng Mansion inspection again!"
What is a pit?
Liu Weizhen has been in the trap since this incident happened.
Regardless of whether he comes or not, as long as it is confirmed that there are really robbers in Bianliang territory, then the matter cannot be bypassed by Kaifeng Mansion. Even if Cao An endures and does not say a word to him, he still cannot escape.
Old Dengtou was taken away by the Yamen in a daze.
He looked confused and said before leaving: "When the case happened years ago, the villain also reported it to the government! But at that time... if the government could take care of it, why would it be delayed until today?"
"..."
Liu Weizhen followed, staggering and almost running out.
Everyone's gazes also changed. Countless looks of disdain and resentment came over them. Liu Weizhen was so ashamed that she felt like she could have boiled eggs on her face.
