I was chased by my sickly junior brother who had two lives

On the official road of the capital, a carriage slowly drove in, and the wheel tracks made a slight sound on the stone road. The curtain of the carriage was gently lifted, and Chen Jia's face was revealed. Her eyes were full of joy of returning to the capital and the aftertaste of her honeymoon trip. The sky of the capital was as blue as a gem, and the sun shone on the ancient city walls, creating a layer of golden brilliance, as if welcoming their return. The shops on both sides of the street were full of dazzling goods, and there were bursts of noisy hawking sounds, and the familiar smell of fireworks blew in the face.

After returning to the Duke's Mansion, Chen Jia could not wait to walk into her room and ordered the maid to bring the pen, ink, paper and inkstone. She sat at the desk in front of the window, unfolding a white scroll, the brush in her hand was dipped in paint, and her eyes were shining with a smart light. She first sketched the outline of West Lake on the scroll. The curved surface of the lake was like a crescent moon falling on earth. The weeping willows by the lake were swaying, and their slender branches seemed to be dancing in the wind. The corners of her mouth unconsciously lifted, and she whispered, "The beauty of West Lake is really unforgettable." Then, she described the surging tide of Qiantang River, using thick brushstrokes to render the momentum of the surging tide. She was still frightened but shocked, "The grandeur of the tide is rare in the world." Then, it was the vastness of the Ningbo seaside. The blue paint spread on the paper, as if one could hear the sound of waves hitting the beach. "The sea can really accommodate all troubles." Finally, she painted the solemnity of Putuo Mountain. The red walls and yellow tiles of the temple were set off by green trees, exuding a sense of tranquility and peace. "May the blessings at Putuo Mountain protect our love."

Chen Jue went straight to the Dali Temple. He was dressed in official uniform, with an upright posture and brisk steps. The moment he stepped into the Dali Temple, he seemed to be carrying a fresh sea breeze. In the Dali Temple, officials and runners came and went, busy handling various affairs. Seeing Chen Jue return, everyone saluted and greeted him. Chen Jue responded with a smile, and that smile was brighter and warmer than before.

Wei Lang saw Chen Jue's happy look, and he couldn't help but feel envious. He walked up to Chen Jue and patted him on the shoulder, "Brother Chen, you are back from your honeymoon, and you look so happy. I am really envious of you."

Chen Jue smiled and looked at Wei Lang, "Brother Wei, I gained a lot from this trip to Jiangnan. Not only did I appreciate many beautiful scenery, but more importantly, my relationship with my sister has become even deeper."

Wei Lang sighed slightly, "Your love with Miss Chen is admirable. Unlike me, I am busy with official duties every day and am still alone."

Chen Jue comforted him, "Brother Wei, don't worry. Fate will always come. You work diligently in the Dali Temple, and you will definitely find a beautiful woman to accompany you."

As they were talking, a file was presented to them. Chen Jue opened the file, his face gradually becoming solemn, "Brother Wei, you see, in a county near the capital, an official embezzled disaster relief grain funds, causing many disaster victims to become homeless and starving. This kind of evil behavior is really intolerable."

After reading the files, Wei Lang's eyes were filled with anger. "These corrupt officials dared to enrich themselves during the national crisis. They must be severely punished."

Chen Jue stood up, his eyes firm, "Brother Wei, we will go and investigate immediately. We must bring these corrupt officials to justice and give justice to the people."

The two led a team of runners and rode at full speed to the county town. Along the way, dust was flying and the sound of horse hooves echoed on the official road. The fields along the way should have been vibrant farmland, but they became barren due to drought. The cracked land seemed like the dry lips of the earth, silently telling of the pain. Occasionally, some ragged victims could be seen. They had empty eyes, pale faces and thin bodies, begging hard on the roadside. Chen Jue looked at these tragic scenes, and his anger grew stronger. He held the reins tightly, "Brother Wei, these corrupt officials are really guilty of heinous crimes and let the people suffer so much."

Wei Lang's face was grim. "Brother Chen, we must solve the case as soon as possible, let these corrupt officials receive the punishment they deserve, and give an explanation to these disaster victims."

After entering the county town, they found it was in a state of depression. The market was deserted, most of the shops were closed, and only a few were barely able to make ends meet. Chen Jue and Wei Lang arrived at the county government office. When the county magistrate heard that the officials from the Dali Temple were coming, he hurried out to greet them. The county magistrate was fat, with a greasy face, but there was a hint of panic in his eyes.

Chen Jue looked the county magistrate in the eye and asked directly, "Sir, how is the distribution of disaster relief grain in this county? Why do we see so many disaster victims starving along the way?"

Beads of sweat appeared on the county magistrate's forehead, and he stammered, "This...this...I have been working hard to distribute the food, but there are too many victims and the food is a little insufficient."

Wei Lang sneered, "Really? Then why did we get the news that a large amount of disaster relief grain funds were misappropriated?"

The county magistrate's face turned pale instantly. "This... someone is framing me. I am innocent."

Chen Jue said no more to him, "Search!" The officers quickly searched the county government office. Soon, a large number of banknotes and account books were found in the secret compartment of the county magistrate's study, and the details of the corruption were clearly recorded in the account books.

Chen Jue held the account book and glared at the county magistrate. "Sir, what else do you have to say? The evidence is irrefutable. How dare you embezzle the relief funds and disregard the lives of the people?"

The county magistrate knelt on the ground with a plop. "Please spare my life, sir. I was confused for a moment and was deceived by that profiteer. That's why I made such a big mistake."

Wei Lang scolded: "As an official appointed by the court, you should benefit the people, but you colluded with unscrupulous businessmen, embezzled and accepted bribes. Your stupidity will cause many people to lose their lives."

Chen Jue took a deep breath and tried to calm the anger in his heart. "Take him back to the Dali Temple and wait for trial. At the same time, thoroughly investigate the profiteers who colluded with him. Don't let any of them go."

After the officers took the county magistrate away, Chen Jue and Wei Lang began to comfort the victims. They opened the granary and distributed the remaining food to the victims fairly. When the victims learned that the corrupt official had been arrested, they knelt down to thank him, "Thank you for standing up for the people. You are our justice."

Chen Jue looked at the victims who had suffered so much, and felt guilty. "We came too late and made everyone suffer. In the future, we will strengthen supervision and will not let such things happen again."

After dealing with the county affairs, Chen Jue and Wei Lang returned to the capital. Along the way, Chen Jue felt a little heavy-hearted. He said to Wei Lang: "Brother Wei, today's incident makes me feel a great sense of responsibility. As officials of the Dali Temple, it is our mission to protect the people. We must not let corrupt officials go unpunished."

Wei Lang nodded and said, "Brother Chen is right. However, seeing those disaster victims get help, we have done a good thing. Don't blame yourself too much. The happiness of you and Miss Chen can also bring some beauty to this world."

After returning to the Dali Temple, Chen Jue reported the handling of the case to the court. When the emperor learned about it, he was furious and praised Chen Jue and Wei Lang's handling of the case. He ordered severe punishment for corrupt officials and their accomplices, and strengthened supervision of disaster relief funds in various places.

After finishing his official duties, Chen Jue returned to the Duke's Mansion. Chen Jia had been waiting at the door of the mansion for a long time. When she saw Chen Jue coming back, she went to greet him, "Xiao Jue, you're back. You look a little tired, are you busy with official duties?"

Chen Jue looked at Chen Jia, and the fatigue in his heart suddenly dissipated a lot. "Sister, today I handled a case of embezzlement of disaster relief grain funds. Seeing the miserable conditions of the disaster victims, I felt a little uncomfortable. However, being able to bring the corrupt officials to justice is also a practical thing for the people."

Chen Jia gently held Chen Jue's hand, "Xiao Jue, you did the right thing. You have justice in your heart and you are doing good for the people. I am proud of you."

Chen Jue held Chen Jia's hand and walked into the Duke's Mansion. In the courtyard of the mansion, flowers were in full bloom, emitting bursts of fragrance. They strolled in the courtyard, enjoying this moment of tranquility and warmth. Chen Jue told Chen Jia about his experience today in detail. Chen Jia listened quietly, her eyes full of admiration and love for Chen Jue.

At night, the moonlight shines in their room. Chen Jue lies on the bed, and Chen Jia nestles in his arms. Chen Jue whispers, "Sister, with you by my side, I feel everything has become more meaningful. Whether it's handling official business or facing difficulties, I have more strength."

Chen Jia raised her head and looked at Chen Jue, "Xiao Jue, you are my support, I will always be with you. We will go through the ups and downs together, and enjoy happiness together."