Someone from Dongchang came, and together with them came an order from Wei Zhongxian - asking him to immediately stop investigating the treasure ship case and return to the capital, just as Xu Xianchun hinted to him.
In fact, everything was within his expectation. Now that he has learned the art of drawing swords and improved his favorability, it is already the eighth month of the lunar calendar. Zhu Youxiao has only two days left to live, so it is time to return to the capital to advance his plan.
Lin Yue wasted no time, found a fast horse, and rushed to the capital early the next morning.
Four days later, he returned to the capital and went to Dongchang Yamen as soon as possible.
After all, Xu Xianchun is the governor of Jinyiwei Bei Division, and he has the right to speak arrogantly in front of him, like those foremen, housekeepers, and captains of the East Factory. Even if he knows that Wei Zhongxian ordered him to stop investigating the treasure ship case, his power will not be as powerful as before in the future. Even though he was old, he didn't dare to express his gloating emotions.
Dongchang and even well-informed people in the capital were talking about one thing. Xizong was afraid that he would die, and the candidate to succeed Xizong was probably the one from Prince Xin's palace.
Lin Yue knew that Wei Zhongxian was helping Zhu Youjian build momentum.
"I know everything you did in the south. Yes, you are a good person."
Half an hour later, Lin Yue met Wei Zhongxian.
"Mr. Factory, my subordinates don't understand why we have to suspend the investigation of the treasure ship case."
"Everyone involved is dead, is there any use in continuing the investigation?" Wei Zhongxian took the teacup handed over by Guixiang and took a sip of tea.
"..." Lin Yue didn't say anything more, and took out Wei Zhongxian's waistband and handed it over.
"I know you are very reluctant and have many questions, but some things are just like that."
Wei Zhongxian waved to the side, and a young eunuch walked up to him holding a tray, peeling off the red silk on it, revealing the yellow-orange gold underneath.
"Here is one hundred taels of gold, which is a reward for you. In addition, I will report to your majesty and promote you to the position of eunuch and eunuch."
From being an internal officer to a supervisor, then to being a ceremonial eunuch, I jumped three levels in less than two months. I don’t know how many people would be so jealous of this speed of promotion that they can’t sleep.
But Lin Yue knew very well that Wei Zhongxian did this to silence him.
Hitting a stick with a stick and giving a sweet date is a very practical way to control someone. The treasure ship case was no longer investigated, the jade token was handed back, and the power in his hands also shrunk. In order to appease him, he gave money to the rank. After all, the factory owner still had to employ people. In addition to being too sharp and sharp, he was very capable of doing things. good.
Of course, he will definitely be hidden during the period when the new emperor ascends the throne. For both King Xin and Wei Zhongxian, a stable transition is the top priority.
"I thank you for the official reward from the factory." Lin Yue cupped his fists and expressed his thanks.
Wei Zhongxian said: "You rushed from Jinan Prefecture to the capital non-stop, haven't you gone home yet?"
"Yes, my subordinate will come over to see the factory owner as soon as he arrives."
"Well, I remember you have a little lady at home?"
"yes."
"The southern officials paid tribute to some bird's nests and sea duck eggs a few days ago. You can go to Shangshan Prison to take some back."
"Thank you, Mr. Factory." Lin Yue cupped his fists again to express his thanks, and left with the gold.
One hundred taels of gold, converted into one thousand taels of silver, which can be said to be a large amount of money compared to his salary.
Lin Yue did not immediately go to the Shangshan Prison to pick up the things and leave. When he was approaching the door, he winked at Wei Ting, and half a quarter of an hour later the two met in the private room of the teahouse opposite.
Without any politeness or nonsense, Lin Yue pushed a cup of tea in front of her: "Is it because of King Xin that the factory boss stopped the investigation of the treasure ship case?"
"How did you know?"
Wei Zhongxian was a eunuch with no offspring, and the only person he truly trusted was Wei Ting, an adopted daughter. Speaking of which, the old man did not raise her as a man, but she kept pushing herself to be a man, imitating everything from dressing up to acting style. Mature male.
Lin Yue said: "First of all, it can be basically concluded that the treasure ship case was caused by man-made things. So why did Guo Zhen and his group do this? Once the emperor dies, who will benefit? I can't think of anyone other than King Xin. . Second, Xu Xianchun told me in Jinan Mansion that Lu Wenzhao used Hokusai to threaten King Xin to impeach the factory official. A Qianhu Jinyiwei with no backer dared to threaten King Xin? Do you believe this? Anyway, I don’t believe it. And Hokusai , According to the information I got, Lu Wenzhao went to Shandong here to kill people and silence them. Since he knew that Beizhai was a remnant of the Donglin Party, why didn't he capture him alive? Wouldn't he be able to threaten King Xin once Beizhai died? Thirdly, when I came back from Shandong, I heard people in the city talking about the Emperor and King Xin. Is it possible to say that the factory owner doesn’t know about this?"
"I know what you mean, but this matter is very important..."
"That's why I asked you to come over to the teahouse to talk. The factory boss may not pay attention to what others say, but he will definitely listen carefully to what you say."
Wei Ting picked up the tea cup in front of him and took a sip: "What do you want me to say?"
"I suspect that Lu Wenzhao's death was caused by King Xin using the hands of the factory boss to kill someone. A ruthless man like this can kill even his capable subordinates and even his brothers. Once he gains power in the future, I'm worried that the factory boss will be plotted by him."
"Lin San, do you know how serious consequences these words will have for you if someone with a heart hears them?"
"So I'm risking my own life to share the worries for the factory workers. As the saying goes, good advice is hard on the ears but helps the deeds."
Wei Ting stood up, walked around to the screen, opened the door, looked around and then closed it.
"I will find an opportunity to talk to my adoptive father, but you'd better be more honest in the near future, because several eunuchs who have a good relationship with Zhao Jingzhong have asked for mercy, and the adoptive father has agreed to call him back to the capital."
Lin Yue said: "Okay, I listen to you."
…
After coming out of the teahouse, Lin Yue went to Shangshan Supervisor. The eunuch on duty had already prepared what Wei Zhongxian ordered, including a pound of bird's nest, a bag of Xianglian, a box of sea duck eggs, some dried bamboo fungus and a pound of rice.
Lin Yue called a young eunuch for help and just carried these things back home.
When he came in, Zhang's mother was walking out of the north room in a panic. She didn't know what happened at home. She hadn't seen her for many days, so she just said "Hello, father-in-law", opened the courtyard door and left.
Miao Tong stood at the door wearing a short shirt and pleated skirt to greet him, her eyes could not hide her longing. After all, he had been gone for many days and had sent a letter back. The world is not good now, banditry is serious in Shandong, and rogue bandits are increasing day by day. She was very worried about his safety.
Lin Yue asked the little eunuch to put the things in the kitchen, rewarded her with two pieces of silver and sent them away. After he finished, he grabbed her hand and pulled her into his arms. He leaned against her face and asked in his ear: "It's been so long." See, do you miss me?"
Miao Tong remained silent, but her cheeks were slightly red and her breath became short. It is said that men are not very interested in women without that thing, their voices will become sharp, and their behavior will tend to be feminine, but for some reason, in the past month, apart from taking off their clothes and naked clothes, she has not been around. A little of the above was observed in him.
"Don't do this in broad daylight. What if someone sees you?"
She struggled, but not with much strength.
Lin Yue said with a playful look on his face: "Who is coming here? Your tailor sister?" If Miao Tong knew that he had been traveling with Beizhai for so many days, he didn't know what he would think.
"How long will you stay back this time? Will you go out again?"
"I won't leave the capital again in the near future."
"That's right." Miao Tong seemed to suddenly remember something: "That parrot came here several times after you left, and even dropped a hosta the day before yesterday. It... couldn't have been stolen from the palace, right?"
After speaking, she broke off Lin Yue's hand around her waist, walked to the bedroom, opened the jewelry box on the dressing table, and took out a hosta that was all white and unvaried.
"If it really comes from the palace, I'm afraid of causing big trouble, so I don't dare to speak out."
Lin Yue said: "You are right. After these two days, I will go to the palace to ask which empress has lost the hosta and return it."
Miaotong nodded and said "Yeah".
Lin Yue didn't tease her anymore, because his thoughts were all on the hosta... no, it should be said on the arrangements in the palace.
"Indeed, it's time."
Miaotong said: "What did you say?"
Lin Yue said casually: "Oh, I said I would stew bird's nests for you tonight."
The next day, near noon, Lin Yue bought some food and wine and went to Zheng's house. Jin'er was overjoyed to see that he came back safely. She drank a lot of wine with her and told a lot of things about her depression. In Lin Yue's arms, he was still complaining about why he wanted to be the father-in-law because he was still a good family member.
As evening approached, he left Zheng's home and thought about going to the Jinyiwei Yamen and going to the imperial prison to see how Shen Lian and Yin Cheng were doing. Unexpectedly, he saw the anxious look on Xu Hai's face just halfway through. Said: "Boss, something big happened."
