Wei Changtian walked for half an hour, a distance of several hundred meters from the main gate of the Xuanjing Division to the yard at Liuye Branch.
Fortunately, there weren't many people in Liuye's office, and most of them were probably on duty.
After chatting with Kong Changgui for a few words, and then making an appointment with the bald man to go shopping in Goulan together when he felt better, Wei Changtian asked:
"Master Kong, where is General Xu Qi?"
"She's on duty."
Kong Changgui replied, but after seeing Wei Changtian's slightly frowned brow, he quickly explained: "Mr. Xu's injury has not healed, so naturally I will not let her perform ordinary tasks."
"It just so happens that today is the day for the Zhang family to ask questions. A lot of people came to watch the fun. The Yamen didn't have enough police officers. I wanted to borrow some people from the Xuanjing Division to maintain order, so I sent her there."
"Oh? Are you asking the Zhang family to kill you today?"
Wei Changtian was stunned for a moment before he remembered this matter.
Wei Xianzhi had mentioned it to him before, but he had forgotten about it while playing cards these days.
"Yes, it's three quarters to noon today."
Kong Changgui glanced at the hourglass in the room: "At this time, I guess they have finished walking around the street and were escorted to Caishikou."
"Okay, then I'll go take a look later."
Wei Changtian nodded, but did not stand up immediately. Instead, he suddenly asked: "By the way, Mr. Kong, what is the process of recruiting officials at Liuye Department?"
"Recruiting officials?"
Kong Changgui didn't know why Wei Changtian asked this, but he still answered truthfully: "Generally speaking, the department recruits people together, and then they are distributed to the three, three, and three departments."
"But if it's just ordinary servants, we can make the final decision ourselves."
"That's it."
Wei Changtian understood clearly.
Daning's official system is somewhat similar to that of previous generations, divided into established "officers" and unestablished "servants".
A special organization like the Xuanjing Division has very strict selection criteria for official officials. Not only does it have a threshold for martial arts, but it also requires strict background checks.
But "service" is different. Basically, as long as the head of each department nods, you can be registered.
"Master Kong, I have something to ask you for help."
After thinking for a while, Wei Changtian raised his head and asked, "I wonder if there is a shortage of manpower in the office recently. If so, I have some pretty good candidates here."
"They are all little brothers who follow me on weekdays. They are all upright and law-abiding. They just want to find some work."
"Um?"
Kong Changgui was stunned and understood immediately.
Mr. Wei is going to use the back door to block people!
"It's missing! Of course it's missing!"
He immediately expressed his position: "I have been worrying about this matter recently. The young master just meets my urgent need!"
"OK!"
Wei Changcai nodded and said with a smile, regardless of whether it was true or false, "In that case, I will send people to bring them in one after another in the next few days, and Master Kong will just make arrangements."
"If someone doesn't work, Master Kong doesn't have to worry about it. Don't break the rules just because I recommended him."
"Yes, I understand."
Kong Changgui nodded quickly, and then heard Wei Changtian add: "Also, my father is too busy with official duties on weekdays, so don't bother him with such trivial matters."
"this……"
Kong Changgui was a little surprised when he heard this, but after seeing Wei Changtian's half-smiling expression, he still lowered his head and replied, "Yes, I know better."
"Yes, Lord Xie Kong."
Wei Changtian cupped his hands and stood up: "Then I'll leave first."
"Okay, sir, walk slowly."
Kong Changgui quickly stood up and breathed a sigh of relief after sending Wei Changtian out of the door.
He looked at the closed door and suddenly realized something.
No, it seems like I am the leader, right?
…
West Market, Caishikou.
It was already a quarter past noon when Wei Changtian arrived here, and a "public demonstration" was taking place on the execution ground.
Dozens of members of the Zhang family were tied up and kneeling on the ground, with a bright shackle inserted on each back, also known as a death card, with each person's name and crime - feeding demons - written on it.
According to Daning law, prisoners can meet and say goodbye to their families before being interrogated and executed, but this process is obviously not needed at the moment.
Because almost the entire Zhang family is here, the few remaining women are also being detained in the Ministry of Punishment, and will be sent to Jiaofang Silun to be official prostitutes in just a few days.
The crime of feeding monsters is the same as conspiracy. This is different from "the emperor commits crimes and the common people are guilty", and it is by no means an empty statement.
"Bah! You dare to raise a monster! You should be cut into pieces!"
"Look! They are monsters!"
"Uuuuuuuuuah, my mother died at the mouth of a monster, I, I will crush you to death!"
"It is said that this Zhang Hongwen is actually the Minister of Dali Temple!"
"Dog officer!!"
"..."
Egg vegetable leaves were flying everywhere, and the people watching were filled with indignation.
Wei Changtian stood high and searched for a while, and soon saw Xu Qingwan who was seriously maintaining order.
The area she is responsible for is obviously more regulated than other places. The only thing that is a bit annoying is that there is a purple-robed head catcher standing next to her, who seems to be showing great courtesy to Xu Qingwan at this time.
Depend on! You can lick my woman too? !
Wei Changtian's face darkened, and he immediately pushed through the crowd and came directly to the two of them.
"you……"
When Xu Qingwan saw Wei Changtian's sudden appearance, the irritated look on her face disappeared in an instant and turned into surprise.
But the purple-robed catcher didn't know Wei Changtian. He originally wanted to show his majesty, but seeing that the latter was dressed in an extraordinary manner, he hesitated for a moment and reminded him politely:
"This young master, there is an important court in front of you, please stop."
"oh?"
Wei Changtian stopped Xu Qingwan who was about to speak with his eyes, turned around and said with a smile: "You are quite responsible, but I just saw you patronizing this female official, which seemed to be a bit derelict in your duties."
"Who are you?"
The purple-robed catcher was a little embarrassed when his head was exposed, but he still suppressed his anger and did not burst out immediately: "Don't talk nonsense."
Wei Changtian chuckled: "I'm just an ordinary businessman."
"Businessman?"
The head catcher was stunned, and his tone instantly turned evil: "Hmph! I give you three breaths to retreat back to the crowd! Otherwise, follow me back to the Yamen!"
"Go back to the Yamen? What crime have I committed?"
Wei Changtian squinted and still smiled: "I have never entered the execution ground, why can't I stand here?"
"Don't talk nonsense!"
The head catcher was so angry that he started to speak indiscriminately: "I said if you commit a crime, you have committed a crime!"
"hehe."
Wei Changtian looked sarcastic: "Then what are you going to do to me?"
"How's it going? You'll know after you go to the Yamen!"
The catcher yelled and was about to draw his knife as a threat, but before he could touch the handle of the knife, his neck suddenly felt cold.
"Gudu..."
His Adam's apple squirmed, and when he looked down, he saw a long knife with a cold light resting casually on his shoulder.
"You, you dare to attack an official..."
His eyes widened in disbelief, and he felt a sudden surge of fear in his heart.
Wei Changtian didn't bother to talk nonsense to him. He flipped his wrist and chopped it off with his sword.
"Wow~"
The person is fine, his pants fell off.
"..."
The surroundings were extremely quiet for a moment, and countless people stared at the red underwear, dumbfounded.
Even Wei Changtian was a little surprised.
"I'll fight you!!"
The arrester was so embarrassed and angry that his little secret was made public. He didn't care that Wei Changtian still had a knife in his hand, and he rushed forward and wanted to fight for his life.
But at this moment, a figure suddenly appeared out of nowhere and kicked him several feet away with a "bang" kick.
"Plop!"
The sound of wailing came from not far away, but the person who took action seemed not to hear it. Without saying a word, he knelt down on one knee at Wei Changtian, lowered his head and said in a deep voice:
"Ji Hong'an, the chief arrest officer of the Six Gates of Beijing Yamen, has met Mr. Wei!"
