Northern Song Dynasty gangster: Start the game with a dog's head, and Mr. Bao spares his life

Seeing that the letter was actually written in his own handwriting, Zhu Fang couldn't help being surprised and said:

"Impossible, I never...cough."

"I mean, how can I write a letter to the rebels?"

"This must be a frame-up! Someone imitated my handwriting."

With a guilty conscience, he almost showed his flaws.

But he did not write a letter, and it is impossible to leave his own handle to the White Lotus Society.

Even the businessman he brought over was greedy for money, bought the dirt from the Bailian Society at a low price, and sold it to Cao Bin at a high price according to the requirements of the Bailian Society.

The businessman couldn't figure out the truth at all, thinking it was Cao Bin's trick.

Zhu Fang only gave him a little guidance, and let him accuse Cao Bin of false accusations.

All this was done seamlessly.

If Cao Bin is unprepared, it is really possible to fall into a lawsuit.

But he didn't expect that Cao Bin was also black-hearted, and he directly fumbled his notes and reported him as well.

Now he and Cao Bin are both suspected, it can be said that they are evenly matched.

Under such circumstances, it is impossible for Bao Zheng to follow his train of thought.

He read the letter for a while, trying to find the flaw.

It's just that the imitation ability purchased by the time-space mall is so against the sky, for a while, even he himself can't distinguish it.

Seeing Bao Zheng's lonely and suspicious eyes, Zhu Fanghan got down and said hastily:

"Master Bao, you don't really believe this letter, do you?"

Then, he gritted his teeth and said:

"I am willing to accept the investigation together with Cao Bin, but..."

Except that it was a loophole for his staff to contact the rebels, he guided them inadvertently without leaving any evidence. He didn't believe that Bao Zheng could find out anything in a short time.

Relatively speaking, the anti-thief's filth is the evidence to convict Cao Bin, and with the cooperation of the Bailian Club, as long as it is verified, he will have to be dismissed.

But before he finished speaking, Bao Zheng slapped the table and said:

"it is good!"

"I hope Mr. Zhu will keep his word."

In fact, Bao Zheng has been investigating this case, but he didn't have a clear court order, and he couldn't let go when it involved two officials of the feudal border.

He had been waiting for this sentence for a long time.

With Zhu Fang's guarantee, I believe that Cao Bin will also make a statement in order to get rid of the suspicion.

Zhu Fang felt uncomfortable being choked by Bao Zheng, but he couldn't say anything, so he could only calm down and continue to say:

"But I hope Master Bao will personally investigate this case and go all out. We can't deal with it like we are now..."

Hearing this, Bao Zheng was a little speechless, and he didn't want to deal with it, but he didn't have enough rights, isn't this just waiting for you to express your opinion?

Just as he was talking, the yamen servant suddenly reported:

"Lord Bao, the guards are here to see you."

Zhu Fang's eyes lit up when he heard this, and said:

"Let Zhan Zhao go and investigate. It's best to visit Zhongjinghou's mansion at night to find out where the dirt is hidden."

"He is skilled in martial arts and is suitable for this kind of thing..."

The more he talked, the more excited he seemed to have seen the scene of Cao Bin pleading guilty.

Bao Zheng smiled slightly and said:

"Lord Zhu, don't worry, since the lower officials have taken over the case, they will naturally go all out."

At this time, Zhan Zhao had already stood outside the door. Hearing this, he said in embarrassment:

"My lords, Zhan is related to Marquis Cao, I'm afraid we should avoid this matter!"

Zhu Fang was stunned for a moment, then sneered and said:

"Guard Zhan wouldn't be so cowardly, would he? Why use such a reason to shirk?"

"Zhong Jinghou robbed your new wife, so you don't want to take revenge?"

When Bao Zheng heard this, he was displeased and said:

"Master Zhu said carefully, investigating the case is a public matter, how can we avenge our private revenge publicly?"

Zhu Fang was about to refute, but Zhan Zhao asked Ai Ai:

"This subordinate came to the government office just for this purpose. Just after the ring ended, Lord Cao has sent my wife back."

"And...Thanks to Lord Hou's...love, accepting my wife as a righteous daughter!"

Zhu.The two of Bao were bewildered, and they could hardly believe their ears. They couldn't figure out how Zhan Zhao would accept such an operation.

Zhan Zhao also can't figure it out, but his wife and concubine have already recognized their father, so they can't give up completely, he can't be so ruthless.

Thinking that his wives and concubines are all adopted daughters of Cao Bin, he has already imagined the days when he will work for Cao Bin in the future.

My wife and concubine begged me to help Cao Bin, can I refuse?

At this time, Bao Zheng suddenly had the urge to scratch his head, and he was unknowingly poached by that kid Cao Bin.

At least for the case against Cao Bin, Zhan Zhao could not participate, otherwise he would be unfilial and his wife would be separated.

Bao Zheng shook his head helplessly and said:

"In this case, Zhan Huwei cooperates with Master Zhu to prove his innocence."

"Lord Zhu has just made a pledge to accept arbitrary investigations, and the guards just let it go!"

Zhu Mian's eyes widened, and he looked at Bao Zheng in disbelief, not understanding why things turned out like this.

Does this count as shooting yourself in the foot?

Mad, I worked so hard to get out Zhan Zhao, the imperial guard, so I asked him to check me?

When he returned to the temporary mansion, he was still full of "grass and horses", and he didn't know how he got out of Bao Zheng's place.

"My lord, I'm overjoyed!"

As soon as Zhu Fang entered the door, he ran into the second housekeeper who was walking out, and he was full of congratulations.

Zhu Mian was in a bad mood, heard this and slapped him with his palm, angrily said:

"Fart, master, why am I so happy?"

The second housekeeper was forced into a big bag for no reason, so he could only secretly think that he was unlucky, and said carefully:

"My lord, the court envoy has arrived."

"The envoy said, you have made great contributions in offering auspiciousness, and Long Yan is very happy, so you should reward him more generously!"

"The villain is looking for you to meet your order."

Only then did Zhu Fang come to his senses, his mood immediately improved, and he said hastily:

"Quick, where is the messenger? Quickly lead the way."

Gaining the favor of the emperor and the imperial court will not only have the prospect of promotion, but also impeachment of Cao Bin will have more weight.

When the time comes to impeach Bao Zheng together, Cao Bin will definitely fall, and maybe even the emperor will no longer favor him.

The distant mountains are like Daisy, the blue waves are like Xu, and the smoked willows and painted bridges reflect the Leaning Tower.

Sitting on the bow of the boat, Cao Bin held a tea bowl and looked at the surrounding scenery slowly passing by, and smiled to Pang Yanyan beside him:

"This is the West Lake in my mind."

It was already mid-July, and with the efforts of tens of thousands of people, the West Lake was finally dredged, and the refugees were sent back to the three prefectures of Qumu.

The second season of rice must be planted before August, otherwise the farming season will be delayed.

Now it seems that the time is just right, and it is worthwhile for Cao Bin to let the refugees work overtime to complete the dredging of the West Lake regardless of consumption.

This was Cao Bin's first time to visit the West Lake by boat after the project was completed.

Sai Xishi fanned the small tea stove behind and said with satisfaction:

"My husband has done another good thing that benefits the country and the people."

"Even the newly built embankment is named Cao Gong Dike."

Cao Bin curled his lips and said:

"Sister, don't bluff me. I'm afraid that there are more people using public affairs to renovate the house."

Du Shiniang laughed and said:

"Cao Lang has a reputation for knowing himself, but those rumors are just man-made rumors with ulterior motives."

"Who told Cao Lang to let the surname Zhu go?"

One month after the end of the competition, Zhu Mian, who was bestowed by the imperial court, was different from being busy in setting up the Maritime Chamber of Commerce and planning the Shipping Department.

Many Jiangnan officials and gentry took the initiative to move closer, almost forming a rivalry with Cao Bin.

The slander and rumors against Cao Bin were naturally guided by them inadvertently.

Cao Bin didn't care either, he wanted this effect, not to mention that many gentry and merchants were attracted by his Maritime Chamber of Commerce.

Master Li comforted:

"Cao Lang doesn't have to be sad, the refugees and the people are still very grateful to Cao Lang."

"Otherwise, the new embankment would not be titled Caogong embankment."

Cao Bin laughed and said:

"Senior Sister, don't need to comfort me. My main reason for dredging the West Lake is to live comfortably."

"Otherwise, I wouldn't be in such a hurry. They're not wrong."

"Now the land prices around the West Lake have risen sharply, and the land I bought before has made money again! Let them be jealous, haha!"

Pang Yanyan hugged Cao Bin's arm and said with a smile:

"Husband is really good, he can make more money than my father..."

Everyone was speechless when they heard the words. Although Grand Master Pang landed safely, his reputation is not very good. Is he serious about making money?

Cao Bin and several wives and concubines played in the West Lake until noon, and were about to return to the manor when a small boat suddenly caught up and reported:

"Master Hou, Master Zhu and Master Bao invite you to go to the government office and say that they have important matters to discuss."

Cao Bin laughed and said:

"Looks like it's going to be a waste of time."

Without hesitation, he immediately ordered the sedan chair:

"Notify Lu Junyi to lead troops to surround the transfer envoy's office and Zhu Fang's house. No one is allowed to enter without the general's order!"

After speaking, he jumped into the boat and rushed to the government office in Hangzhou.

He had received a letter from the White Lotus Society three days ago, and Zhu Mian had already stepped into a trap.

When they arrived at the yamen, they saw that officials of all sizes in Hangzhou were there. Zhu Fang and Bao Zheng were sitting in the right seats, waiting for Cao Bin.

Seeing his appearance, Zhu Fang got up to extend the invitation, laughed loudly and said:

"Hou Zhongjing, please take a seat. Lord Bao has good news to report, and I'm waiting for you now."

After finishing speaking, he signaled to Bao Zheng:

"Master Bao, it's time to start!"

Bao Zheng was not polite either, he glanced left and right and said:

"I was entrusted by the imperial court and the two lords Cao and Zhu to investigate the robbery of the tax bank. Now I have new clues."

"Half a month ago, I was reminded by Lord Zhu that I discovered the stronghold of the remnants of the rebels and sent Zhan Zhao and Jiang Ping to attack."