Pang Ban's smile was very friendly and not intimidating at all, but the naturally insightful look in his eyes made people feel uncomfortable. Anyway, Jiang Cheng never dared to look at this person, and even when face to face, he would always lower his head unconsciously.
This is not fear, but the natural shock that comes from the difference in cultivation level. Jiang Cheng knew it. It was precisely because of this that he was even more in awe of the leader of the Xuanqing Guard.
"My subordinate thought..." Jiang Cheng paused for a moment and quickly glanced at Liao Chengfeng, who was sitting on the chair in front of him, and then continued: "My subordinate thought that we could take advantage of the situation and combine the Wen family and the Jing family. The Northern Army is ready to serve."
"One pot? Haha." Pang Ban was noncommittal and continued to ask: "Do you have a plan?"
"On October 12th, the Queen's 70th birthday will be held. At that time, all the major clans of the country, governors from all directions, and officials from the Yamen will gather in the imperial city. The subordinates thought they could take the opportunity to control the Wen family leaders and the Jingbei Army, and then transfer them to other places. Xuanqing Guard investigates the internal affairs of the Jingbei Army and the Wen family."
Jiang Cheng had been prepared for a long time, but he did not elaborate but proposed a general direction.
To deal with goals like the Wen family and the Jingbei Army, "quickness" is the most important. Once the opponent is given time to react, it will be held back by the layers of webs it has woven, and nothing will happen.
"Taking advantage of the Queen's birthday..." Pang Ban suppressed his smile, leaned back on the chair, and tapped the armrest with his right hand.
Today is August 25th, and there are still more than a month until October 12th, so I can prepare calmly. However, in order to move the Jingbei Army, someone in the palace would have to nod. But thinking about that person's recent attitude towards Xuanqing Guard... Pang Ban felt a little hesitant in his heart.
"Leave it under the file. I'll think about it first. In addition, if there are any changes in the future, you can directly copy a copy and report it to me. And next time you come, as long as it is still about this matter, you can come to see me directly without waiting. I will Let the people outside bring you in."
"yes."
...
Pang Ban did not express his position clearly, which made Liao Chengfeng very dissatisfied, but what could he do? On the one hand, he did not dare to jump up and influence Pang Ban's judgment. On the other hand, he had to accept the fact that he was "tied" by Jiang Cheng to continue to go deeper into Pang Ban's team. And although Pang Ban did not express his position, he showed great interest in this matter in the end. Perhaps he wanted to communicate with His Majesty before making a decision?
Anyway, Liao Chengfeng no longer wanted to see Jiang Cheng, a troublemaker, and ignored him when he came out of the command yamen. He waved his hand and sent him back to Fengri City, saying only "The situation will be reported later."
Jiang Cheng was naturally as respectful as ever, but a smile appeared on his face only after he returned to the Qianhu Office in Sealing Sun City.
Finally...finally showed his face in front of the huge man and made an impression. In the future, as long as Pang Daren chooses to "go with the trend", he will not be able to bypass the Feng Richeng Thousand Household Office, and Jiang Cheng will be needed. This is the opportunity Jiang Cheng is looking for, and he will even hate Liao Chengfeng for it.
After a good start, it is natural to continue to maintain it. Jiang Cheng immediately took out a blank order and wrote quickly...
The order arrived in Licheng soon, and Tang Qingyuan and Shen Hao read it one after another.
"It seems we have to wait for news from above. Sir, do you think the higher-ups will choose the Wen family or the Jingbei Army?"
"I don't know. I think the Wen family is more likely. After all, the Wen family is a soft persimmon compared to the Jingbei Army."
"Yes, I think so too. But the smuggling of arms by the Jingbei Army is not a trivial matter. If this is left unchecked..."
"Stop, this kind of thing is not something you and I can decide. Just do your job well. I believe the higher-ups will not let those pests go unnoticed. It's just that the time has not come yet."
The two of them didn't know that the plan above was not an alternative.
"Wen Renhai, you need to be in jail. Nothing can go wrong. In addition, the attack on the dungeon must be made public. Whether in the city or outside the city, the alert must be raised to the highest level. Over there at the garrison Don't be polite, just ask for their help, they don't dare to refuse at this juncture, and the same goes for the Yamen."
Shen Hao nodded in agreement, even he had already ordered Zhang Liao and Wang Jian to do so.
But it’s just very frustrating. It was clear that the Wen family's wife Qin Yurou, who was closely connected with the dungeon attack, was in Li City, but she didn't dare to touch her, at least not until clear instructions were given from above.
However, some people who did not know the truth were frightened by Xuanqingwei's actions. Not only in Licheng, but also in more than ten cities under the jurisdiction of Licheng, people were in panic. The guards and government officials in various places on the road were murderous all day long. After interrogation, any petty thief caught will be sent to jail and tortured. As for those who dare to fight with knives, they will be dragged away and chopped up. Who cares whether you are innocent or not? The Yamen is now also afraid that he will be misunderstood and slacked off and then be targeted by the Xuanqing Guards. I heard that Shen Shaxing of the Black Flag Camp in Licheng has red eyes these days. Who dares to cause trouble?
For a time, a severe crackdown was launched inexplicably within the jurisdiction of the entire Licheng Guard Station, and the security of various places was subsequently cleared.
While the common people were worried about spreading to their own homes, they were pleasantly surprised to find that the bums and homeless people on the streets had disappeared.
The shopkeeper of Beicheng Inn has cried several times. The yamen came to check on him three times a day, even more punctually than when eating. Once again, everyone who comes in and out must be checked, even the guest's room. Can the inn still have business if this continues?
However, the only thing the shopkeeper was lucky about was that a master and servant from out of town still stayed here. I don't know if it was because the city gate restricted access. However, this pair of master and servant are the only cards in Beicheng Inn now.
After seeing off today's routine inspection, Wen Shiliu went to the kitchen and brought today's meals into the room. The mistress didn't want to see strangers recently.
"Madam, it's time to eat."
"..."
"Madam, you haven't eaten for two days. If you continue like this, your body won't be able to bear it."
"Take it away."
"lady......"
Wen Liuliu was very worried. Qin Yurou was not a monk. Although she was in good health, she was just an ordinary person. Now she was quite old. Being hungry for two days was no small matter.
"Why don't you leave?"
"Madam, eat something. Something will happen if you continue like this. If these are not to your liking, let's go back. We can make something to our liking at home..."
"Qin San, I won't call you Wen Shiliu anymore. Do you think I can still go back to the Wen family?"
"Ah? Madam, the eldest young master, third young lady and fourth young master are all at home. You can go back. Even this time..."
Wen Liuliu's words were interrupted again by Qin Yurou. Qin Yurou stood up from the chair tremblingly, and Wenliu went up to support her.
"Qin San, tell me, who do you think was responsible for Ren Hai's death?"
"This..." Wen Shiliu didn't know what to say for a moment.
