After the fairy disappeared

Chapter 1428: The Attack of the Regent

He didn't finish his words, but He Lingchuan understood. The Bu family had been stealing grain and exchanging it for grain for many years. How could the warehouse manager be completely in the dark?
"The Qingyang Regent chose this time to report the case, and he also considered the timing."

Qingyang took action and did not disappoint him.

Xue Zongwu's death brought a great opportunity. He Lingchuan knew Qingyang, who was quick, steady and accurate, and would not miss the chance.

"I'm not just doing business with the Bu family, so it's okay to put it aside for now." He Lingchuan comforted Fan Shuang, "You've worked hard all the way, so take a good rest for a few days."

However, in the next two days, Qingyang continued to make efforts and reported five officials and two generals one after another!

The charges were numerous and involved public land and water conservancy, military equipment manufacturing, recommendation and election, misuse of public property for personal gain, etc. Some of the charges were heard for the first time even by the residents of Tianshui City.

The ruling and opposition parties were shocked.

Qingyang's style of attack was no longer as gentle as before, but now it was aggressive and fierce. What she produced was a mountain of solid evidence, and every time she checked, she was right.

This shows that Qingyang has been making careful preparations for more than half a year and has already obtained detailed evidence of the crime. He is just waiting for the right time to play these good cards one by one.

Of course the common people applauded and cursed the corrupt officials, but the royal court was shrouded in dark clouds as if a storm was about to come.

Dong Rui said to He Lingchuan: "You went to so much trouble to kill Xue Zongwu, but it gave Qingyang the chance to show off his skills and gain prominence."

"Do you think Qingyang is happy?"

"Isn't it? If Xue Zongwu, this big tree, falls, the monkeys below will flee in all directions. Can't Qingyang defeat them one by one?"

"If killing Xue Zongwu would have such a good effect, why didn't she do it earlier?" He Lingchuan laughed, "Do you think she can't think of this level, or she doesn't know how to kill?"

"Uh..." Dong Rui insisted, "It wouldn't be easy to ask her to kill Xue Zongwu, right?"

"Both Qingyang and Shuangye like to control the overall situation. Especially since Qingyang is here to supervise the country, she will have her own pace. Xue Zongwu's death must have disrupted her original rhythm, and she won't like it."

He Lingchuan's killing of Xue Zongwu was equivalent to giving Qingyang a hard push, forcing her to rush forward.

Who likes to be pushed hard?

"Then why is she so vigorous and resolute in doing so?"

"Now that things have come to this, a smart person should know how to seize the opportunity. It has nothing to do with whether she likes it or not." He Lingchuan said slowly, "This is also what we want to see."

Qingyang's actions will definitely intensify the conflict between himself and the Yao Kingdom and the Yao King.

This was also He Lingchuan's plan.

"Can't Qingyang see it?"

"Of course she knew it clearly." He Lingchuan smiled, "But the bait was so tempting that she had to take it; just like when King Yao invited me to Tianshui City, I knew it was a trap, but I had to come anyway."

The mirror in his arms was also curious: "What will happen next?"

"Killing Xue Zongwu is like opening a Pandora's box. It's hard to predict the subsequent reactions of Qingyang and King Yao." He Lingchuan pondered, "Have you noticed that the officials reported by Qingyang are not of high positions?"

"Why?"

"It means she still has some limits and hasn't used up all her tricks. A veteran official like Qingyang has to constantly weigh the relationship between herself and her opponents and control the intensity of the struggle. She won't play all her cards at once."

Fighting without breaking is a very demanding style of fighting.

That's why He Lingchuan said that Qingyang hated being pushed hard. It would disrupt her original rhythm.

"On the other hand, there is still room for the struggle between her and King Yao to escalate. So, we should do whatever she hates. We can give them another push." ​​He Lingchuan yawned, "Is the place where she lives called Youhu Cottage?"

"Yes, it seems to be a scenic spot on the outskirts of Tianshui. Since Qingyang took a fancy to it, other tourists are not allowed to enter." Dong Rui said with a smile, "What tricks do you have to come up with?"

He knew that if He Lingchuan didn't make a move, it would be fine, but once he made a move, it would kill the person.

"Let's give King Yao some help."

……

That day, He Lingchuan visited Yuwen Xu.

A few days ago, under the instruction of King Yao, Yuwen Xu, Gu Xuan and others went to Jucheng to get close to He Lingchuan and discuss business, and several big deals were made at that time. Now that He Lingchuan has arrived in Tianshui City, it is time to return the greetings according to etiquette.

When it comes to human relationships, there must be give and take.

Yuwen Xu is not a second-generation official.

The Yuwen family has been cultivating the capital for more than 90 years, and he is a legitimate descendant of a famous family. As the fourth generation of an official, his temperament is not as cautious as that of ordinary officials, but rather he is carefree and likes to make big moves.

So He Lingchuan went to visit him first.

Upon hearing that it was the owner of Yangshan Island who came, Yuwen Xu went to greet him warmly.

This shows He Lingchuan's ability.

Previously, Yuwenxu went to Jucheng to discuss an agreement with He Lingchuan in accordance with King Yao's order and had to do so. After that trip, the tasks assigned by his superiors were completed, and Yuwenxu might not necessarily welcome Yangshan with a smile again.

The officials of Yao State were notorious for their arrogance.

However, He Lingchuan's demeanor, personality, speech and behavior still left a very good impression on Yuwenxu.

There was another person beside him, who was taller and looked somewhat similar to Yuwenxu.

Yuwen Xu pointed at the man and said, "This is my brother Yuwen Yong. He just happened to be returning home today."

Both parties greeted each other with smiles.

Although Yuwen Yong is a military general, his demeanor is calmer than that of his younger brother.

He greeted He Lingchuan, exchanged a few words, and left in a hurry.

Yuwen Xu said: "Brother still has military affairs, and he has been particularly busy these days."

Last time when they were discussing business in Jucheng, He Lingchuan left some room on purpose, so that they could continue the discussion this time. This was his experience, that business did not have to be completed in one go, and more room should be left for exchanges.

As the saying goes, when we meet, we are already close friends. After a few visits, aren't we familiar with each other?
Sure enough, after a brief negotiation, the two sides reached an agreement without any dispute and the deal was reached smoothly.

This time, He Lingchuan actually gave up a little profit, so Yuwenxu was in a good mood and invited him to stay for dinner. He Island Master was a man who knew when to advance and when to cooperate with smart people, there was no need to say everything.

The wealthy and famous families in Tianshui City all have their own chefs, and every family has their own special dishes. The chef in Yuwen Mansion is good at making all kinds of cakes and mixing special drinks.

Yuwenxu pointed at the crispy dumplings on the table and said, "Brother He, these are made with palm oil from your islands. My cook always praises your oil for being good and easy to make into crispy dumplings."

He Lingchuan took a sip of the sweet wine: "Hey, isn't this made with fragrant beans?"

It was the first time he had tasted a light cocoa-flavored liquor. It had a beautiful color, was very novel and very palatable.

"Yes, there is only one in Tianshui City, no other." Yuwen Xu said with a smile, "You can't eat it even if you are in the palace."