The activities in the Lu family could not be hidden from anyone. When the black armored guards searched the Lu family, fear, anger and fear were mixed in the backyard, and screams and curses were heard one after another.
No one expected that Xiao Yan would have the guts to lead people to search the Lu family, and the things those black-armored guards "accidentally" smashed after entering the Lu family's backyard made a huge fuss.
Canglang and Jinyun didn't even stop at all. They quickly swept away in the direction of the angle after entering, and disappeared in an instant.
After the tea time, the two of them looked at each other when they appeared again.
"how?"
"found it."
Cang Lang showed regret on his face: "It's a pity that the time is too short and I didn't have time to explore it carefully."
"It doesn't matter, as long as we find a place." Jinyun glanced at the chaotic crowd around him as he spoke, and whispered: "Lu Chengan should have brought people over, and people from other companies are probably coming soon."
Lu Chengan was a member of a branch of the Lu family, and he was also the only one in the Lu family who took the path of a military commander. Before they came to the Lu family, they deliberately had someone trip him up. In addition, Feng Qiuli from the aristocratic family delayed them, so that they could enter the Lu family smoothly.
But after such a long time, those people should be coming soon.
Jinyun said to Canglang: "Let the brothers withdraw."
After Canglang nodded, he took out a black eagle bone whistle from his pocket, put it to his mouth and blew it, and the black-armored guards who were originally scattered throughout the Lu family immediately gathered outside.
"withdraw!"
The black-armored guards left in a storm, leaving only the panicked members of the Lu family. After Jinyun and his two men returned to the front yard, they faced Xiao Yan and said, "Master Governor, Sanlang of the Lu family is not in the mansion."
"Have you searched carefully?"
"After searching carefully, he is nowhere to be found in the entire Lu family."
"Then it seems that the governor has misunderstood the Lu family."
The frost on Xiao Yan's face faded, and when he raised his eyes to look at Lu Chongyuan and his son, what he said almost made him angry to death.
"Since Mr. Lu Sanlang is not in the house, why didn't Lu Zhongshu tell you earlier? The tired governor almost had a misunderstanding with you, but speaking of which, it is all your fault for the poor education of your Lu family. If Mr. Lu Sanlang hadn't caused trouble again, the governor would not have done it. Will go to war."
Lu Chongyuan trembled angrily: "You..."
This thief who confuses right and wrong with his strong words! !
Xiao Yan looked at Lu Chongyuan, whose face was pale and wanted to curse, but his breath was stuck in his throat, and he thoughtfully comforted him: "Lu Zhongshu doesn't have to feel so guilty. After all, the Lu family is so prosperous that there is no guarantee that one or two unworthy descendants will not come out." Just give him good education and advice."
"Now that I know that the escaped person is not in your house, I will take people to look for him elsewhere. If you see the figure of Mr. Sanlang in your house, please escort him back to the imperial prison, so as not to cause trouble again and cause trouble. From top to bottom of the Lu family.”
After Xiao Yan finished speaking, he ignored Lu Chongyuan and almost fainted from anger. He only turned to look at Qian Baokun.
"Shang Shu Qian, I still have official duties to attend to, and I have to return to the palace to resume my duties with His Majesty. If you have something to discuss with Lu Zhongshu and the others, will I take the first step?"
Qian Baokun: "..."
Damn, this dead eunuch who is trying to burn down bridges by crossing rivers! !
Before coming here, he said, "This governor is with Qian Shangshu", but now he wants to "take the first step"?!
Qian Baokun was not an idiot. He wanted to seek justice for Qian Qiyue and also wanted to deal with Lu Zhinian. But at this moment, he couldn't see that most of the time his daughter was not "bullied" by Lu Zhinian.
She guessed that she wanted to stand up for Song Tangning, but she was somewhat angered by Lu Zhinian's confrontation. As a result, Xiao Yan, this piece of shit, was so disrespectful that he and the Qian family were dragged into the mess.
Now that something bad happened, the Lu family was offended to death. Just looking at the ferocious look of the Lu family, Qian Baokun suspected that if Xiao Yan really left him and ran away, he would be eaten alive by Lu Chongyuan.
Besides, this damn eunuch caused such a big trouble, so he turned around and wanted to dump him and run away. What a good idea for him! !
Qian Baokun spoke quickly: "I do have something to ask for justice from the Lu family, but it is also true that the dog in the house acted impulsively and broke into the Lu family."
"I have always followed the rules and will never allow them to act recklessly. It happened that Governor Xiao entered the palace, and I also took them to plead guilty to His Majesty. As for the matter of San Lang of the Lu family insulting the little girl, we will deal with it at another day."
Xiao Yan raised his eyebrows: "Qian Shangshu wants to be with this governor?"
Qian Baokun's face trembled: "Of course."
Xiao Yan chuckled: "Then let's go."
After Xiao Yan finished speaking, he walked out first. Lu Chongyuan was extremely angry and hissed:
"Stop them, stop him for me..."
Uh-huh!
A ray of cold light flew past Lu Chongyuan's ear, instantly interrupting his words.
A section of Lu Chongyuan's hair around his ears was cut off, and it fell to the ground. The crown that was tied up on his head also fell to the ground, and his frost-white hair was messy and stuck to his face.
"Father!" Lu Zhao shouted in horror.
Lu Chongyuan let half of his hair hang loose. He raised his eyes to meet Xiao Yan's cold eyes when he looked back, and his face couldn't help but turn pale.
If he had tilted even half an inch more just now, the long sword that had been nailed into the beam behind him would have pierced his head.
Xiao Yan looked away: "Let's go."
Lu Chongyuan stood there blankly, his lips trembling slightly but he didn't speak any more. However, the servants of the Lu family saw that their master was silent and looked at each other for a moment, but no one moved, leaving Xiao Yan alone in the mess. Walk away.
Seeing Xiao Yan leaving, Qian Baokun quickly glanced at his three sons beside him: "Why don't you leave quickly? What are you waiting for?" !
The three brothers of the Qian family were excited and hurriedly followed them out with the servants of the Qian family.
Cang Lang reached out and took down the long sword from the beam, then led the men of the black armored guards to leave.
When Lu Chengan and several other aristocratic families rushed over with their people, the Lu family's door was crooked, and there was a mess all the way in.
The luxurious front hall was smashed to pieces, and the flowers and plants in the courtyard were staggering around as if they had been brutally ravaged. The servants of the Lu family bared their teeth and screamed in agony, limping around while supporting each other in a state of embarrassment.
"Master Lang."
"Mr. Lu!!"
The bustling crowd outside rushed in, full of fear, thinking that something had really happened to the Lu family, but who knew that when they walked into the courtyard, they all froze.
In the courtyard, Lu Chongyuan could be seen standing unsteadily with a pale face, and his body was in a miserable state as he gasped for air. Lu Qin, who was halfway up from the ground with someone helping him, had blood stains on his thighs.
Where he stood, next to the pool of blood was a pool of suspicious muddy yellow water, full of fishy smell.
"..."
Lu Qin's face was grim as he was in pain. Everyone was staring at his crotch, and then he lowered his head to look at the puddle of water.
He was immediately filled with anger, his eyes rolled back in shame and annoyance, and he fell straight up.
The person who was originally supporting him stretched out his hand to grab it, but couldn't hold it firmly. Lu Qin fell straight to the ground, and there was only a "pop" sound, and blood and water splashed out.
Swish——
Those who originally rushed in all took half a step back.
Lu Zhao: "..."
Looking at the blood splattered on the uppers of the shoes, I wanted to faint too.
…
"Director Xiao is so thoughtful."
After Qian Baokun followed Xiao Yan out of the Lu family, he couldn't help but said with a smile: "Supervisor Xiao wants to take the opportunity to deal with the Lu family, why don't you tell me in advance so that I can Are you prepared?"
Xiao Yan turned his head and said, "What did Qian Shangshu say?" When he glanced at him, there was a smile in his eyes: "This governor can't catch fugitives, so how can I deal with anyone?"
Qian Baokun: "..."
The shameless words were already on his lips, and he forcefully swallowed them back, knowing that he had already boarded a pirate ship and could not get off.
Qian Baokun said with a livid face: "Does Governor Xiao still say such high-sounding words to me now?"
He was obviously angry, "I was taken advantage of by Governor Xiao today due to my confusion. I blame myself for not being careful enough, but Qiyue is not at all vain about Miss Song."
"She didn't hesitate to use her reputation to trick me into dealing with the Lu family on her behalf, all because she wanted to help Miss Song get justice. I thought Governor Xiao was sincere in his treatment of Miss Song, but it turned out that he was nothing more than that. So true!”
When Xiao Yan saw that Qian Baokun was angry and realized that he had been tricked by his daughter, the smile on his face faded a bit.
"Of course I treat Tang Ning sincerely. I also bear in mind Miss Qian's feelings for Tang Ning."
"Then you still..."
Qian Baokun couldn't help but get angry when he heard this: "What Governor Xiao calls "keeping it in mind" is using my Qian family in this way?"
"Feel sorry."
"..." Qian Baokun's anger suddenly stopped after he was just waiting for him to quibble.
This treacherous person actually doesn’t make excuses?
Qian Baokun apologized to Xiao Yan without hesitation and choked on his words for a moment. He felt like his breath was stuck in his throat and he couldn't go up or down.
Xiao Yan said: "I know that today's incident made Qian Shangshu angry, but it is really unavoidable. I hope Qian Shangshu will forgive me."
"Is it necessary?"
"I have a reason to enter the Lu family, and Minister Qian can rest assured that I will take care of the Lu family's affairs today and will not bring any harm to the Qian family."
As soon as Xiao Yan finished speaking, Qian Baokun was filled with anger. How could he not be in trouble? Then Lu Chongyuan probably hated him to his core. How could he not be in trouble?! Besides, there is also the palace...
Qian Baokun suppressed his anger: "Lu Chongyuan is not an unknown person. He is the official secretary of the dynasty. He is higher than you and me in terms of rank. You led the black-armored guards to search the Lu Mansion without authorization. If you really make a fuss, you will be punished." Your Majesty can’t protect you!”
Xiao Yan said: "Why do I need your Majesty to protect me?"
Qian Baokun frowned and looked at him.
"I will indeed be prosecuted for conducting unauthorized searches, but what if the Lu family is guilty first?"
Qian Baokun couldn't help but open his eyes wide. The Lu family is guilty?
He suddenly remembered the crimes that Xiao Yan had "implanted" on Lu Zhinian just now, frowned and said, "Does Governor Xiao think that with the few things Lu Zhinian committed, he can take down the Lu family..."
"Qian Shangshu thinks this governor is stupid?"
Qian Baokun suddenly choked.
After Xiao Yan laughed, he stopped teasing the person in front of him and took something out of his sleeve and handed it to Qian Baokun.
"Qian Shangshu, take a look?"
After Qian Baokun reached out to take it with some confusion, he found that this thing looked like a ledger, with some current accounts densely recorded in it.
He was in charge of the accounts department and was particularly sensitive to accounting matters. With just a cursory glance, he discovered that there were many strange things in the account book.
"This is……"
"Grain account book."
Qian Baokun's legs went weak and he almost threw the things in his hands. After he recovered, he couldn't help but looked up in shock: "How come you have this account book? Haven't all the evidence in this case been destroyed?"
The Caoliang case was a hot topic years ago, and the court and the central government were even more noisy for a long time. It is said that when Xiao Yan and people from the Privy Council personally escorted the witnesses searched in Jiangnan back to Beijing, they were encountered by "robbers" on the way, and all the evidence was destroyed. If Yu Yi didn't say anything, even the witnesses died cleanly, and only a lunatic who couldn't speak clearly was brought back.
Although Qian Baokun didn't know much about this case, he also knew that there had been a lot of turmoil in the family for a while, and they were even more at odds with Xiao Yan.
The extent of grain corruption is known to be in the millions, and just a single number would shock the world.
Xiao Yan seized on this matter and pursued the family, and brought people related to the Caoliang case to light. The family had no choice but to abandon a large number of officials from the south of the Yangtze River. Some of the monopolized businesses suddenly became ownerless, in order to cut off the business as soon as possible and get out of the Caoliang case.
The Qian family also received some benefits from this, and the clan even wrote a letter to inform him.
At that time, Emperor An was determined to investigate the matter thoroughly, and Xiao Yan also wanted to overthrow the family. However, the evidence was suddenly destroyed later, and the witness died cleanly when he was escorted back to Beijing. The local officials related to the case were not found. By the time they were found, things had happened one after another.
The clues to the entire case were completely cut off, and there was a stalemate between Xiao Yan and the Aristocratic Family.
But who would have thought that Xiao Yan actually had a ledger of grain corruption in his hands!
Qian Baokun felt that the thing he was holding was extremely hot, and he asked Xiao Yan with confusion:
"Since Governor Xiao already has this account book in his hand, he can naturally hold the Lu family accountable, but why didn't he continue to pursue it instead of letting them cut off their tails to survive?" You must know that the aristocratic family almost bit back and killed Xiao Yan. pull down.
Xiao Yan said calmly: "This account book is incomplete."
"Not complete?"
Qian Baokun frowned when he heard this, lowered his head and looked carefully at the account book in his hand, only to find that something was missing.
Xiao Yan said: "Half of this account book was missing when we first got it, and that half is the most important thing. This half in Qian Shangshu's hands can only cause bleeding for the Lu family. If it can't save Lu Chongyuan's life, if we can find The other half of the account might be able to knock him down from the post of Zhongshu Ling. It's a pity that the person who originally held the other half of the account book has disappeared."
"The governor sent people to search for it for a long time but never found its whereabouts. I originally wanted to keep this thing for other uses in the future, but now I just took it out. It can be regarded as fulfilling Miss Qian's feelings for Tang Ning."
Xiao Yan's expression softened, and when he faced Qian Baokun, he was no longer teasing like before, but was extra sincere.
"If the three gentlemen of your house trespassed into the Lu family without permission, none of them would be able to escape if questioned. Besides, Miss Qian is a woman after all. How can she be allowed to use her reputation to tangle with the Lu family."
"The governor will settle the matter with Lu Zhinian today for offending her and Tang Ning in the future. As for the other matters, I will make it clear to Your Majesty after entering the palace that the three gentlemen of your house are the ones who used money to humiliate the lady. My name is to clear the way for the governor, in order to enter the Lu family to explore the truth and see if I can find the other half of the ledger."
"The crime of trespassing into the Lu family will be borne by this governor. Qian Shangshu can blame it entirely on this governor. Anyway, I have always provoked a lot of people, and this one is not bad."
Qian Baokun was stunned for a moment: "You..."
Xiao Yan actually wanted to take the blame for his three sons?
Canglang, who was driving outside, heard the sudden silence of Qian Shangshu inside. Even if he didn't look, he could see the shock on his face. He suppressed a smile and shook the whip in his hand:
Yes, another unlucky guy who is about to be deceived by his master.
