But Mrs. Gao said: "This person happened to steal when the Dragon Phoenix Sect came to attack. Maybe he is from the Dragon Phoenix Sect, and things are bad. Will the Dragon Phoenix Sect use this to blackmail us into releasing him?"
Feiyun was stunned, this was indeed possible, otherwise there would be no such coincidence. Everyone turned their attention to Liangchen, hoping that she could explain. Liangchen thought for a while and said: "I think it's hard to tell clearly. If he is from the Longfeng Sect, he should make a request on the note. If the Longfeng Sect has such a plan, there is no need to sneak attack on the Yamen. All he needs to do is steal. The official seal requires us to release him."
Feiyun said doubtfully: "Perhaps Li Fenghuang felt that stealing the official seal was not enough to force us to release him? So they made two-pronged preparations. On the one hand, they attacked and on the other hand, they stole the official seal."
Liangchen thought for a moment and said: "If they are a group of people, with this person's skills, they can secretly release Niu Ba, Niu Xiong, Red Lotus and White Lotus, but he did not do that. When he stole the official seal, He could also set fire to the backyard, cause chaos, and help Longfengmen. But he left quietly without alerting others."
After listening to Liangchen's analysis, Gao Qiong and his wife felt that it was reasonable, as long as this person was not with the Longfeng Sect. Feiyun asked Gao Qiong to write a memorial and report it to the emperor. He also signed it, saying that he failed to protect the government office and asked Wu Zetian to punish him instead of blaming Gao Qiong.
Gao Qiong and his wife were embarrassed and felt that Feiyun should not bear the responsibility. Fei Yunshui insisted on this, and the three of them argued endlessly. Liangchen smiled and said: "Master, Madam, you don't have to argue, this is the best way. If you are responsible, the emperor will have to deal with you. But my eldest brother is a commoner, and he only temporarily accepts the emperor's order to serve as an imperial minister. .The emperor thinks highly of my eldest brother, so he shouldn’t blame him."
Gao Qiong and his wife stopped insisting and thanked Feiyun. Liangchen glanced at Princess Changping slightly and said, "Master Marquis, madam, this is what the eldest brother should do. Who made him a relative of your family?" Liangchen's words were obviously a pun, and Princess Changping was satisfied with what Liangchen said. His face was red and he lowered his head and said nothing.
Feiyun changed the topic and said: "Master Hou, I will go to the Beggar Clan early tomorrow morning. When we find out the news, we will discuss how to find this thief."
Gao Qiong thought for a while and asked: "Will the execution tomorrow be carried out as scheduled? Will Longfengmen rob the execution ground?" Feiyun was stunned, and he forgot about it.
Liangchen immediately said: "Brother, there is no need to rush to inquire about the news. Judging from the situation of the Dragon and Phoenix Sect coming out in full force tonight, they are determined to win. They will definitely not give up and may intercept them on the road. The maidservant thinks that after the execution, they can go to the Beggar Clan. Not too late!"
Early the next morning, Feiyun and others escorted Niu Ba, Niu Xiong and his son to the execution ground. Because they were worried about Longfengmen robbing people, everyone went with them. People lined both sides of the street, cheering one after another. Feiyun was extremely happy to see the people so happy. After all, he sent the evil-doing father and son to the execution ground, and he was considered to be doing harm to the people.
Feiyun arrived at the execution ground safely, but the Dragon and Phoenix Gate did not appear. Feiyun felt strange, but also breathed a sigh of relief. Gao Qiong and his wife, the princess, Xu Zhitang and others entered the execution stage, but Feiyun did not want to reveal his identity. He stayed under the stage with Tianxiang, Lanxing, Liangchen, Meijing and Lianer, checking the surroundings vigilantly to prevent accidents. .
There was a sea of people in the audience, and when the people saw the tied-up bully and his son, they suddenly became angry and cursed the bully and his son with a long history of evildoing. In the end, it became a chant: "Kill the bully father and son, and return Nanyang to a pure land!"
After the Nanyang magistrate read out the execution order, Gao Qiong took out his token and shouted loudly: Behead Niu Ba and his son immediately, and hang their heads on the city wall for public display. The thunderous cheers of the people had already frightened the Niu family and his son. They looked desperate and fell to the ground paralyzed.
Following Gao Qiong's order, the executioner swung his steel knife and was about to chop at the two people, and they were split in half. Originally thinking of a fake beheading, Gao Qiong suddenly changed his mind and beheaded the two of them directly. If Wu Zetian questioned him, he would say that he killed Niu Ba and his son out of anger.
Feiyun breathed a sigh of relief when he saw Niu Ba and his son being beheaded. He immediately turned around and walked towards the escort office with Tianxiang, Lanxing, Liangchen, Meijing and Lian'er. Feiyun originally wanted Lian'er to stay in the government office, but Lian'er said that everyone had gone out and it was pointless for her to stay alone, so she insisted on following Feiyun. Feiyun couldn't defeat her and didn't want to disappoint her, so he had to agree.
On the way, Meimei said to Liangchen: "Second sister, your judgment was wrong this time. No one came to rob the execution ground. What do you think is going on? Did they admit defeat?"
Liangchen was also confused and said: "Yes, this is indeed unexpected. Judging from Li Fenghuang's behavior last night, she is not someone who gives up easily. Maybe she thinks Niu Ba and his son are of no use anymore, so she doesn't want to take risks anymore! "
Feiyun saw that Liangchen was a little unhappy, and quickly comforted him: "Liangchen, you don't have to think too much, no one can really do everything!"
Lian'er also tried to persuade her: "Sister Liangchen, my eldest brother is right. They didn't rob the court, and it's a good thing for each other. Otherwise, there will be casualties. No matter who is over there, it is a very cruel thing. You I want to be more cheerful and don't take this matter to heart." Liangchen had a cheerful personality, and with the persuasion of Feiyun and others, he quickly returned to normal, talking and laughing with Mei Mei and Lian'er.
Not long after, several people arrived at the escort agency. Zheng Lang invited them into the hall, sat down to watch tea, and asked: "I heard that the Niu family father and son will be executed today, why didn't you go to the execution ground to watch?"
Feiyun replied: "The Niu family's father and son have been beheaded, so we left as soon as possible."
Zheng Lang then asked again: "You guys came here in a hurry, I think you need help from the escort agency. It doesn't matter if you just tell me."
Feiyun nodded and said, "There is indeed something I need to ask for help from my senior. Please give me some advice." After saying that, he asked Liangchen to tell Zheng Lang what happened last night and asked him if he knew about this thief.
Originally, the theft of the official seal was a very embarrassing and humiliating matter for both the government and Feiyun, and Zheng Lang should not be told the truth. But in order to show his sincerity, Liangchen said it without any concealment. Zheng Lang was shocked when he heard that his official seal had been stolen. Of course, he also felt trustful and happy about Liu Shui and Liangchen's frankness. But he said he had not heard this person and did not know.
Feiyun was a little disappointed and had to leave hastily. After they left the escort agency, Liangchen saw Feiyun frowning and unhappy, so he quickly persuaded him: "Brother, don't worry. If you really can't find out the information, we will offer a large reward. When the thief sees it, he will take the initiative to find us and make it clear. Make a request. He holds the official seal. If it is useless, he will feel that it is not worth it!"
Lian'er and Meimei also took turns to persuade them. Feiyun knew that they had good intentions and didn't want him to be too sad, so he thanked them for their concern.
Feiyun and others talked as they walked, and soon arrived at the Beggar Clan branch. Zhu Zheng, the helmsman of the Beggar Clan branch, learned about this and hurriedly invited them in to talk. After greeting each other, Zhu Zheng thought Feiyun was here to ask about the Dragon and Phoenix Sect. He told Feiyun that he hadn't found out the Longfeng Sect's lair yet. Feiyun asked about the thief. Zhu Zheng was stunned and asked Liu Shui what was going on.
Liangchen then told Zhu Zheng what happened, but Zhu Zheng said he didn't know this person either. However, Zhu Zheng promised Feiyun that he would notify disciples from all over the Beggar Clan as soon as possible and search for this person carefully. Feiyun hurriedly thanked Zhu Zheng. Feiyun and Zhu Zheng chatted for a few more words and then left.
After leaving the Beggar Clan, Liangchen saw that Feiyun was in an even worse mood and was speechless, so he said, "Brother, don't worry. I thought about it carefully and it's not a big deal."
Feiyun asked strangely: "Why did you say that?" Liangchen replied: "Isn't it just that you lost an official seal? The other thing is that the emperor will not do anything to you because of this matter. We will no longer pay attention to this matter. The one who is anxious is the thief."
Feiyun thought for a while and said: "Although what you said is reasonable. But when I think about it, I feel very useless!"
Liangchen raised his head and looked around, smiled slightly, and said: "Brother, I just figured it out. In my estimation, this person may be nearby now. If we seem to care too much about this matter, let him watch the joke instead. , feeling proud in his heart. If we don’t take this matter seriously, he will feel disappointed. If he feels uncomfortable, he will definitely take action, which will give us a chance!"
It was almost noon, the weather was scorching hot, and people were walking in a hurry on the street. Feiyun was awakened by Liangchen's words and said, "Then what good countermeasures do you have?"
Liangchen said softly: "It's too hot and I'm hungry too. It's time you took us to eat!" Liangchen said while winking at Feiyun.
Feiyun knew that she had a new idea, and when he saw that Lian'er had already left, she was out of breath. It's just that although Lian'er was sweating profusely and had some thoughts, she couldn't bear to say anything.
Feiyun immediately said: "Not far ahead is the Yanyu Restaurant, we just happened to go there to see the charming girl."
Liangchen was overjoyed and said: "Thank you so much, brother!"
Feiyun approached Lian'er and said with concern: "Lian'er, you didn't even say a word when you were tired!"
Lian'er shyly lowered her head and whispered: "Brother, I'm fine, I can do it!"
Feiyun took her hand, slowly regained his strength, and said softly: "Stop talking, let's go to eat and let you have a good rest. You are different from the two of them. They have been accustomed to traveling around with me. .”
When they arrived at the door of Yanyu Restaurant, everyone guarding the door knew Feiyun. When they saw it was Feiyun, they hurriedly and enthusiastically invited them into the building.
After a while, the charming girl came over and said: "Brother Lin, I was talking about you just now, but I didn't expect you to come. I really said Cao Cao Cao Cao is here. Please come and sit in the backyard for a while, and I will arrange the food and drinks right now. .”
Liangchen joked: "Miss Charming, you have to prepare good and delicious food. You can't just send us away!" Charming smiled and said: "Miss Liangchen is joking, even if I lend you ten more courages, I don't dare to deal with you. Fangjia!"
