Early in the morning on the first day of the Lunar New Year, Zhang Mansion was decorated with lanterns and decorations, and preparations were being made for Zhang Rao's marriage.
When the news reached Yan Zefa's ears, Yan Zefa, who was still grieving, showed a fierce look on his face and cursed: "Damn it, isn't this Zhang family deliberately trying to bring trouble to me? Knowing that I just lost my daughter, they are here I'm planning a wedding banquet at that time. Aren't you determined to make it difficult for me? I must make the Zhang family pay the price today to calm my bad temper."
Yan Zefa told his men to prepare for Yan Erliang's funeral, and then headed towards Hu Jin's mansion without stopping.
When Hu Jin saw that Yan Zefa had just arrived, he stepped forward and said: "Yan Sima, you are really wronged by what happened on the second and second floors. But today is the time when we are going to come back with the capital and profits. I hope Yan Sima will learn from it. Make sure nothing goes wrong.”
Yan Zefa said: "Don't worry, sir. Even if it's not revenge for Er Liang, even if we can continue to stay in Eling in the future, Yan will definitely do his best."
With Yan Zefa's determination, Hu Jin summoned his most powerful general Qi Huang and 500 garrison troops, and ordered them to follow Yan Zefa's actions.
Hu Jin prepared gifts and was about to go to the Zhang family for a banquet, and the gift Hu Jin prepared was a piece of iron ore.
On the streets of Eling, people were in a hurry, and many onlookers were speculating that something big was going to happen in Eling, and this scene was seen by Li Chouxin, who was on his way to Zhang's house to congratulate him.
With a burst of firecrackers going off in the Zhang family's new mansion, Zhang Rao rode on horseback to pick up the bride and returned to the front door of the mansion. Almost all the wealthy businessmen and dignitaries in Eling came and lined up on both sides to congratulate her. The scene was very lively. .
As the lively crowd surrounded the bride and groom into the new mansion, the lively scene eased slightly.
Just as Zhang Rao was about to pay his respects, a voice came from the gate of the mansion: "Master Hu, the Governor of Eling, has come to congratulate you and present you with a piece of fine iron ore."
Zhang Shu's face darkened upon hearing this, knowing that Hu Jin came with bad intentions, but he still endured it.
At this time, another voice came from the door: "Young Master Chouxin has arrived at Sanmiao Hall, and he is presenting a hundred-year-old mountain ginseng."
Everyone looked towards the door and saw Li Chouxin and Hu Jinzheng walking in side by side.
Zhang Shu hurriedly stepped forward to greet him and said, "Oh, it's not a coincidence that you two have come early. My son is about to worship at this time. It would be a great honor to have two of you witness it together." Then he led the two of them to their seats.
After Zhang Shu returned to his seat, he signaled to start saluting.
After a series of rituals such as first bowing to the heaven and earth, second bowing to the high hall, bowing to the husband and wife, and being sent to the bridal chamber, only the most prominent people in Eling were left in the hall, while the rest were drinking and changing glasses at the banquet in the courtyard.
At this time, Li Chouxin stood up to go out, but was stopped by Zhang Shu: "Since Mr. Chouxin is on good terms with the child, you might as well stay in the hall, and we can have dinner together later."
Li Chouxin looked at Zhang Shu, did not refuse, and sat down again.
At this time, Zhang Shu turned his attention to the governor Hu Jin and said: "Master Hu's coming here really gives my Zhang family a lot of face. I can understand the deep meaning of the gift from Master Hu. I hope that the future business will continue to be sincere." Will you cooperate?"
After Zhang Shu finished speaking, Hu Jin laughed loudly: "Brother Zhang, it's good that he understands, but everything after that depends on the Zhang family."
Hu Jin obviously didn't finish his words, but due to the large number of people on the field, Zhang Shu did not continue.
A group of people came and went in the hall to compliment each other, as if everything was going on normally.
But Hu Jin, Zhang Shu and Li Chouxin felt like a mirror in their hearts. They were all pretending to be polite. They were all waiting for an opportunity, and this opportunity was when Quansheng's Taihe arrived in Eling.
Yan Zefa, Qi Huang and 500 garrison troops were already waiting at the Eling Ferry. As soon as the Taihe arrived, they informed Quansheng of the suspicion that the deaths of the people on the Taihe were caused by the Zhang family, and they joined forces to kill the Zhang family. Raise troops to investigate.
At nearly noon, a merchant ship slowly sailed into the Eling Ferry. Gradually, the three-character flag of Taihe appeared in the eyes of Yan Zefa and others. Everyone felt that the time had come.
Yan Zefa and Qi Huang stepped forward, waiting for Quansheng to appear.
Sure enough, as soon as the Taihe docked, Quansheng walked out of the boat. Seeing Yan Zefa and others waiting on the shore, he got off the boat and came to the two of them.
"You two adults are waiting here. Did something happen to Eling?" Quansheng asked.
Yan Zefa also said directly: "Mr. Quan, do you still remember that the people on the Taihe died near the Zhang family? It is now clear that it was the Zhang family. But there is no evidence, so today the Zhang family is very happy, Mr. Hu specially ordered me The two of them are here to wait and go to the Zhang family to question the charges of colluding with foreigners, but Mr. Youquan has to come forward to correct the charge of colluding with foreigners."
After Yan Zefa finished speaking, he patted Quansheng's shoulder and smiled evilly. Quansheng also nodded in understanding.
However, all this was seen by the little time on the ship. The reason why he did not show up was to see clearly what Hu Jin and others were planning.
At this time, Quan Sheng was just acting with Yan Zefa and others. After all, the key to saving his life was still in the hands of Cun Guangyin, otherwise Cun Guangyin would not have let him go after seeing Yan Zefa and others. Quan Guangyin At this time, I know in my heart which is more important.
After the conversation was over, Quansheng returned to the ship on the pretext of returning to the ship to hand over his subordinates, and met Cun Guangyin.
Cun Guangyin asked Quansheng to follow the arrangements of Yan Zefa and others. After Yan Zefa took Quansheng away, Cun Guangyin also rushed back to Zhang's house at an extremely fast speed.
The sound of iron hoofbeats was approaching Zhang Mansion.
When they arrived at Zhang Mansion, Yan Zefa ordered five hundred soldiers and more than 30 people from the Quansheng Taihe to surround Zhang Mansion's new house.
Seeing this, the servants of Zhang's mansion crawled to the lobby to report to Zhang Shu.
"It's not good, sir, it's not good, Zhang's residence is surrounded by soldiers led by Yan Sima." The servant reported to Zhang Shu in a panic.
But Zhang Shu said calmly: "I understand, go down first and don't disturb the guests."
After the servants retreated, Zhang Shu looked at Hu Jin with understanding and asked, "I wonder what the governor means?"
Hu Jin said without hesitation: "It seems that the person I am waiting for has arrived. I guess the head of the Zhang family should understand the deeper meaning of the gift I gave him, right?"
Zhang Shu heard this: "Hahaha, if that's the case, then the person I'm waiting for should have arrived as well."
For a moment, everyone on the scene was confused. The monk, who was six feet tall, was confused. They really didn't know what the two men were talking about.
But a moment later, only three people were seen walking into Zhang Mansion's new house. All the guests looked at each other. It was Yan Zefa and the first fierce general of the Eling garrison, Qi Huang. Next to them was the owner of the Taihe, Quan Sheng. .
Everyone was surprised why Qi Huangwei came to congratulate him wearing battle armor and holding a spear.
But there were also sharp-eyed people who noticed something was wrong. The three men came menacingly, and they definitely didn't come to congratulate them.
The three of them did not enter the hall, but stopped in the courtyard in the middle of the guest seats. Yan Zefa shouted loudly: "Master Zhang, please come out and speak."
When everyone heard this, they were shocked. Knowing that something was wrong, they stood up and stood aside.
After hearing this, Zhang Shu and others also walked out of the lobby. Hu Jin walked directly towards the three of them, turned around and confronted Zhang Shu and others.
"Sima Yan and General Qi Huang arrived. I don't know what happened? Oh? There is also Mr. Quan." Zhang Shu asked.
However, Yan Zefa said without a good look on his face: "Zhang Shu, don't do this. Today, I came to you to question you on the orders of Mr. Hu. I didn't even recruit you, so I was arrested without mercy."
"Oh? I wonder what the villain's crime is? It actually attracted several adults to come to ask questions on the day of the kid's wedding." Zhang Shu was very calm.
"I'm still talking arrogantly when I'm about to die. To tell you the truth, the Zhang family has been surrounded. No one in your Zhang family can get out of here today." As soon as Yan Zefa said these words, everyone on the scene was panicked.
Hu Jin, who had been silent all this time, stood up and said, "Gentlemen, don't panic. I'm here just for the Zhang family today. Since you are here, you might as well stay and be a witness. I, Hu, will not embarrass you."
After Hu Jin said this, the guests stopped commotion.
Zhang Shu asked Hu Jin: "Sir Hu, I don't know when someone in my Zhang family offended you and came to ask me to accuse me."
Hu Jinze took out a piece of paper from Yan Zefa and read: "After investigation, Zhang Shu colluded with foreign countries, had close contact with foreign countries on the pretext of business, and had evil intentions. Now the governor's office has sent special troops to arrest him. He will be punished after being questioned."
As soon as he finished speaking, the guests started talking about each other.
Looking at the different opinions, Zhang Shu said: "Is this accusation true? Could it be that you relied on your official authority to impose it on me?"
Everyone was shocked again. When did Zhang Shu dare to talk to the governor like this?
Hu Jin said sternly: "Now that the matter has come to an end, you should stop making excuses. Why don't you go back to the house with me as soon as possible to avoid suffering more flesh and blood?"
Zhang Shu was also disdainful and remained unmoved no matter how righteous and righteous the words of the few people were. After a while, Zhang Shu said: "Since Mr. Hu has determined that I have colluded with foreign countries, are there any witnesses?"
At this time, Yan Zefa suddenly stepped forward and said: "Well, Zhang Shu, I originally wanted to give you a little favor. Since you don't know how to praise me, you can't blame me for waiting. Since you want witnesses, I'll satisfy you." .Quansheng, the owner of the Taihe, is a witness, and he is the channel for you to collude with foreign countries."
Just when Yan Zefa was vowing to ask Quansheng to come forward to testify, Zhang Shu suddenly laughed: "Since you think I am colluding with foreign countries, then I will show you another person."
Everyone was curious. At this time, what could be more important than their own lives? This chapter is not crazy.
While everyone was discussing, a person suddenly came to Zhang Shu from behind. The guests naturally did not know who this person was, and Hu Jin, Yan Zefa and others had never seen this person before.
Hu Jinze said: "Stop being mysterious, who is this and how is it related to this case? You'd better confess quickly."
Zhang Shu asked the man to turn around and face the crowd, and then said loudly: "Master Hu, this is the time swordsman Cun Guangyin you have been searching for for many days. Aren't you looking for him? Now he is here."
After Zhang Shu finished speaking, Hu Jin and others were shocked and signaled Qi Huang to call in more than ten people from outside the door to protect Hu Jin. Hu Jin asked in surprise: "Bold Zhang Shu, what do you want? "
Zhang Shu smiled and said, "Don't panic, sir. I just want him to tell you where he went."
Just when he was about to speak, the situation suddenly reversed.
Quansheng, who was originally standing with Hu Jin and others, suddenly ran to Zhang Shu and said, "Don't believe what the governor said. All of this is a conspiracy deliberately designed by them to get rid of the Zhang family. I Quan Sheng never helped the Zhang family collude with foreign countries. Instead, Hu Jin used his position to coerce me into helping him smuggle arms. Now I, Quan, don’t want to live such a life of licking blood anymore, please. You all are witnesses.”
Hu Jin's expression changed drastically. He really didn't expect Quansheng to suddenly switch sides.
Seeing Hu Jin's surprise, Cun Guangyin spoke, "Master Hu, I will tell you where I have been these past few days. I have been drinking with Quansheng on the Taihe, and by the way, I have brought back the ordnance you smuggled. "After that, Cun Guangyin took out an account book from his arms and asked: "Master Hu, do you want me to read out every account you have made over the years for everyone to listen to?"
Hearing this, Hu Jin was shocked. He wanted to punish Zhang Mansion with death, but he didn't expect it to happen first. He was speechless for a moment.
Instead, Yan Zefa relentlessly said in Hu Jin's ear: "Sir, although the matter has been exposed, the initiative is still in our hands. As long as you give the order, it will not be difficult to deal with these people. When the time comes, they will be charged with unwarranted charges." Just arrange them.”
Hu Jin stopped wasting his words and said to Qi Huang: "Order the men to start taking action. No one present today will be spared."
Upon seeing Qi Huang's order, five hundred soldiers and people from Taihe rushed in, killing everyone on sight. Hu Jin and others retreated, standing at the door and watching the fight in front of them.
Qi Huang and Cun Guangyin were so entangled that it was difficult to tell them apart. Li Chouxin on the side sighed: "He is indeed the most powerful general in Eling, and he can be inseparable from the time. It's just a pity that he followed the wrong person."
Most of the people on the field were unable to fight back and fell to the ground within a short while. Looking miserable. Zhang Shu said to Li Chouxin: "Master, please take action and save these innocent people."
Li Chouxin didn't waste any time. He picked up the sword on the side and went forward. More than ten soldiers fell to the ground and died. Seeing Li Chouxin's intimidation, they all stopped and hesitated to move forward.
When Yan Zefa saw this, he shouted angrily: "If you don't take action yet, are you waiting for him to kill you all?"
The soldier heard this and was about to take action, but was stopped by a breathless voice. The person who came was none other than Hu Jin's housekeeper, Lu Zhe.
"It's a disaster, sir. The Governor's Mansion has been captured by Mr. Zhang and his men, as well as the four maids on the second and second floors. They are all highly skilled in martial arts. There are very few people left behind in the Governor's Mansion. It is estimated that they have all fallen now." Lu Zhe As soon as he finished telling Hu Jin, he fainted.
In fact, everything was under Li Chouxin's control. Everything had been settled the moment he helped Zhang Rao come up with the idea of getting married. The only change was the defection of the four maids, who did not expect that they would be of such important use.
"Impossible, Zhang Rao was still worshiping just now." Hu Jin glared at Zhang Shu.
Zhang Shu said bluntly: "I dare to ask Mr. Hu, did my son ever come out of the bridal chamber after entering the bridal chamber? Could it be that you thought that the child was really in the bridal chamber in broad daylight?"
When Hu Jin heard this, he collapsed on the ground.
Hu Jin, knowing that the situation was over, looked at Yan Zefa, and Yan Zefa also knew that if he continued to fight, he would have to explain it here. So he went forward and squatted next to Hu Jin, and said softly: "Sir, the situation is over now. We can no longer control it. Why don't we retreat first and then make plans?"
At this time, Hu Jin's mind was filled with chaos and he didn't know where to evacuate. He looked at Yan Zefa helplessly.
Yan Zefa thought for a while, then stepped forward and said: "Sir! Yes, it is definitely not feasible to leave the city from the city gate at this time, but there is still another way, the waterway! Now that Quansheng and the people from the Taihe are here, We might as well evacuate to the Taihe, maybe we can make a comeback."
Hu Jin agreed without thinking.
Yan Zefa called Qi Huang back and ordered Qi Huang to take Hu Jin to evacuate to Eling Ferry. Then he ordered the soldiers to continue fighting to delay time, and he took forty or fifty confidants to cover and move towards Hu Jin and Qi Huang.
Hu Jin, Yan Zefa and others took advantage of the chaos on the field to withdraw from Zhang Mansion, leaving the soldiers who were still fighting to continue to resist.
When Zhang Shu saw that several people had escaped, he was afraid of future troubles, so he quickly ordered his men to pursue them in an instant.
Just when Cun Guangyin and others got rid of the entanglement and were about to pursue them, Li Chouxin blocked the way.
Zhang Shu was puzzled and stepped forward and asked: "What do you mean, Mr. Chouxin? If the tiger returns to the mountain today, we will be the ones who suffer disaster in the future."
But Li Chouxin said: "Master Zhang, please don't worry. At this moment, Chouxin has another important matter to discuss with the Master of Zhang, and please move on."
Zhang Shu said, "What should Hu Jin and others do?"
Li Chouxin saw Zhang Shu's eagerness and said: "Master Zhang, just don't worry. I, Li Chouxin, will never let these people leave Eling. Someone will be waiting for their arrest later. But now this matter is related to the future prosperity of the Zhang family." Wealth, wealth and life, please be cautious, Master Zhang."
While Zhang Shu was still hesitating, Zhang Rao also rushed back. Seeing his father's hesitation, he said, "Father, just listen to Brother Chouxin, he won't be wrong."
Li Chouxin saw Zhang Rao coming and said, "Since you are here too, let's come and listen together."
So the three of them walked into the lobby, leaving little time to deal with the remaining soldiers outside.
After walking into the lobby, Li Chouxin took the lead in apologizing to Zhang Rao: "Mr. Zhang, I'm really sorry. These days, you have been using your Zhang family status to deal with Hu Jinyan, Zefa and others, and that's why we ended up in this situation today..."
Li Chouxin told the Zhang family and his son everything, but Zhang Rao still found it difficult to accept it.
Li Chouxin said: "Master Zhang, no matter what you think of me, I am still here for your Zhang family after all. In fact, the court has noticed the activities of Hu Jin and others for a long time, but it has been slow to take action because there is no evidence. Now everything has come to light. There will be results soon, and Xu Sanqiu and Luo Dafu came to Eling just for this matter. They should have come with their troops to get the people at this time, but at this moment they should be waiting for Hu Jin and others at the Eling ferry. Since I have fallen into a trap, I can’t take care of the Zhang family, so I want to persuade the Zhang family to take this opportunity to leave Eling as soon as possible, so that I can continue to live a prosperous and worry-free life in another place in the future.”
The Zhang family father and son gradually let go of their prejudices after hearing Li Chouxin's heartfelt words.
Zhang Rao asked: "Then where should we go? What should we do in the future?"
Li Chouxin replied: "If you believe in Chouxin, go east. The lower reaches of the Eling River are rich places, which will allow you to rise quickly. However, you can't do anything illegal and disciplined. Do business well. Still. Yes, take Cun Guangyang with you, if possible, become his teacher, and you can protect yourself in the future. And if Lodav asks me, I will tell you that the Zhang family is heading west."
Zhang Rao looked at Li Chouxin and didn't know whether he should hate or be grateful at this moment. However, at Zhang Shu's urging, Zhang Rao was immediately asked to sort out the Zhang family's belongings and family members, and take advantage of the chaos in Eling today to leave eastward.
At this point, the important matter was about to be decided, and Li Chouxin also returned to Sanmiao Hall, preparing to take the Ling family, Qinyin and others to Eling Ferry to end the matter.
