I sell hot pot in Dasong [farming]

Bai Ye was insidious and cunning, and the forces behind him should not be underestimated. The Secretary of the Imperial City reminded him several times to watch him more closely, but unexpectedly, something went wrong.

"After the county king's confession, my lord attached great importance to it. In order to avoid people's eyes and ears, he deliberately put the white thief in a women's prison..."

The little official who reported the letter was trembling, blaming him for being unpopular, otherwise this hard work would not have fallen on him.

"It's just that I was beaten too hard yesterday. I passed out several times and woke up with cold water several times. I couldn't find a piece of good meat on my body... At night, I became hot. My lord was afraid that he would not be able to survive, so I specially invited him Royal doctor, I didn't expect..."

Still dead.

Tang Xuan went to the Ministry of Punishment again.

As an important witness, Si Nan had to stay in the Imperial City Division until the case was closed.He applied to Tang Xuan and went to see Mu Qing.

Mu Qing was not taken to the prison of the Ministry of Criminal Justice, but stayed in the Imperial City Division where he was diagnosed and treated by an imperial doctor.It was not that Tang Xuan used power for personal gain, but was arranged by the officials.

The government pays more attention to Qianlongjiao than anyone else.

Back then, he had indeed had the honor of a court lady surnamed Wang, and he had personally given that "embroidered belly hug". When Leng Qing made a fuss in the hall, he had also expected that it would be his own flesh and blood.

Unexpectedly, everything was fake.

This is more painful than not having any expectations.

Eight years have passed, Qianlong Sect has made a comeback, and it is actually him who is most sad.Therefore, the officials don't want Mu Qing to die, they must do everything possible to cure him and ask about everything.

The outside of Mu Qing's room was guarded by the emperor's personal soldiers and people from the Imperial City Department. Si Nan was not allowed to enter the room, and could only look through the window.

Mu Qing's breathing was very weak, and his face had an unhealthy bruise, which may be due to the residual poison.Fortunately, the poison in this era is not so easy to use, otherwise he might have died last night.

After watching the people, Sinan went back to Tang Xuan's room.

Contrary to last night, today's Huangcheng Division is unusually quiet, the wind in the treetops and the flapping of the wings of the bullfinch under the eaves can all be heard clearly.

This man, it's easy to think wildly when he's free.

Si Nan simply got up, pulled out the clothes from Tang Xuan's closet, sorted them again, and folded them neatly.The files on the case were also stacked and laid flat, and all the tables and chairs were wiped down.

There is a small wooden box more than a foot long at the head of the bed, with twirling patterns, a hollowed-out top cover, and a peony-shaped Kongming lock. It was custom-made according to Sinan's, and Sinan called it a "treasure box".

In Tang Xuan's treasure chest, there was only a purse, with a blue silk bottom and a silver forged border, with the words "Peace and Joy" embroidered with low-key crimson silk thread.

In the purse were the three copper coins that Si Nan returned to him, as well as the house deed of the hot pot restaurant, the land deed of the barren hill, and a handwritten prescription for fungus.

It's all about Simon.

They are all regarded as treasures by Tang Xuan.

On weekdays, Tang Xuan always carried this purse with him, and he would only take it off when he went to prison cells and torture rooms.

Simon couldn't help but stare hotly.

Take out everything inside and look carefully.

After watching for a while, Tang Xuan still hasn't come back.

Si Nan sat in front of the desk again and began to write his future plans——

The most important thing is to make new clothes for the children, sew a shoulder bag, and send them to the winter exam of Ruoshui Academy.If you can pass, you have to prepare a trolley case for each person.

It was cold, and he was reluctant to let the little ones go out early and return late, even if it cost more money, he had to let them stay.Fortunately, the lunch is delivered by myself, so there is no need to worry about them eating badly.

Si Nan thought, or tell the head of the mountain that breakfast and dinner are also provided by the hot pot restaurant, not to make money, but to make his children eat better.

Settle down the children, and the matter of opening a branch is about to be put on the agenda.

There is also Huaishu, this kid has a good stay in the Xiang army, according to Tang Xuan's meaning, after the year, the imperial army will select people, and if you prepare well, you should be able to pass...

Sinan writes wherever he wants, without seeking any use, just to find something to do.

Just as he was writing, Tang Xuan came back.

"Are you ready to eat?"

"Have you eaten?"

The two spoke at the same time.

Si Nan smiled, "Take a break first, I'll cook."

"No, I ordered a meal at Fengyi Building, and it will be delivered later." Tang Xuan's body was slightly damp, mixed with the smell of blood, which was the unique smell of the prison of the Ministry of Justice.

He was not willing to hug Sinan, he didn't want to get these stains on him, he just touched his face lightly, "I'll go wash up and eat together."

"Then you go first, I'll get you the clothes." Si Nan ran to the closet and found the inner coat, middle coat, outer shirt, and matching sleeves, belt, and jade pendant familiarly.

Tang Xuan looked at the neat and tidy wardrobe, his eyes softened.

He couldn't help walking over, hugged Sinan from behind, and said in a hoarse voice: "When the private salt case is over, I will ask the government to marry you."

He hoped that every day could be like this, with people waiting for him when he got out of the yamen, someone to take care of his clothes, lights in the room always on, and someone to talk to by his pillow.

Si Nan was silent for a moment, and replied, "Okay."

Immature timing, parents not at home, unequal identities... these reasons were not mentioned again, he knew what Tang Xuan wanted.After this incident, Sinan also thought a lot.

This era is far more dangerous and impermanent than he thought, and accidents will happen someday, and he doesn't want to leave any regrets.

Tang Xuan's tense body relaxed, and his chin rested on his shoulder, like a contented big cat.

Si Nan pestered him with his arm, "Let's say it first, even if we get married, I will not move to the county prince's mansion, let alone stay at home all day washing, cooking and cleaning up the house."

Tang Xuan laughed, "If this is what I want, I might as well hire Granny Yuan."

"Then hurry up, don't let the old man wait for too long!" Si Nan chuckled, and stuffed his clothes into balls, "I agreed not to hug me, so I can't help it?"

"Well, I can't help it." Tang Xuan pinched his chin and kissed him, then took his clothes and went to the bathroom.

The bathrooms of Huangcheng Division are public, similar to modern bathhouses. Outside is a small compartment for clothes, and inside there are two pools, one large and one small, separated by bamboo curtains.

Si Nan stayed for a while and felt bored, so he ran to the bathroom and talked to Tang Xuan through the curtain.There is no one around, and there is no need to avoid it.

"Bai Ye is really dead?"

Accompanied by the sound of rushing water, Tang Xuan replied in a calm voice: "I have passed the test, and I died last night. The Ministry of Punishment was worried that it was a fraudulent death, so I asked the emperor to cut off the head, poured mercury and sealed it in the urn. The corpses were thrown into the mass graves to be fed to the dogs."

"The officials...agreed?"

"It's a decree from the empress, and the Ministry of Education and Taiwan's admonishment officials didn't stop it."

Si Nan could probably understand that what the officials want is their own son, but civil and military officials don't. Instead of letting a countryman who doesn't know the truth and falsehood become the prince, it is better to choose between Zhao Zongshi and Zhao Xing.

Si Nan paused, and then spoke more bluntly: "Are you sure that the one who died was Bai Ye?"

The sound of water stopped, Tang Xuan didn't say anything.

Simon understood.

Tang Xuan thought the same as he did.

Bai Ye was stung by a wasp and swollen into a pig's head, and his skin was torn apart by a whip. If someone replaces him in the middle of the night...

It is not impossible.

After a long while, Tang Xuancai said: "After finding out the details of the wooden pendant, the Ministry of Criminal Justice stopped the whipping. The Secretary of the Imperial City reported to the officials, and then withdrew. Bai Ye was locked in a women's prison, under the supervision of the Ministry of Criminal Justice. Today is The officials arranged for an autopsy, and they said they compared the physical appearance and whip wounds, and it was confirmed to be him."

"Do you think so too?" Si Nan asked.

"The Secretary of the Imperial City will not intervene in this matter." Tang Xuan did not answer directly, "Even if there is an investigation, the officials will find someone who has nothing to do with the crown prince."

Tang Xuan couldn't do it, he was the adopted son of the official family, and he was always close to Zhao Zongshi and Gao Taotao; Zhao Xing couldn't do it either, he was one of the most powerful contenders for the crown prince, and he was quite popular with the queen.

The Ministry of Justice, Dali Temple, and Zongzheng Temple are not good. The forces behind these yamen are intricate, and it is impossible to have no selfishness.

Si Nan breathed a sigh of relief, and comforted him: "It's good not to interfere, just deal with the salt smuggling case, catch the spies of the Liao Kingdom, take some time to visit our fungus garden, and sell some money while it's winter. Choose a good place to open a branch."

Tang Xuan's heart relaxed, and he said hello.

His young man, with him around, there is no need to worry about running out of life.

Si Nan and Tang Xuan were talking in the bathroom, while a group of people outside were poking around.All the experienced officials have been sent out on errands, and the remaining group are newcomers this year, full of curiosity and vigor.

"It must have been two quarters of an hour to get in?"

"more than."

"Usually the boss takes a bath so slowly?"

"No, just swish twice."

"Tell me, what are they doing in there?"

"Want to know? Marry a daughter-in-law!"

The boys giggled and laughed badly.

When Si Nan heard it, he raised his voice and said: "The king of the county said, he ordered a big meal from Fengyi Tower, and it will be delivered later. Let me see, who doesn't want to eat it?"

With a whoosh, the people outside dispersed.

The lads ran and shouted—

"I went outside to meet him, why haven't I arrived yet?"

"I'm going to get the dishes!"

"One more bottle of good wine!"

"Just eat in the county king's courtyard?"

"Yes, let Si Xiaodong's family take two steps less."

I don't know where to poke, everyone laughed badly again.

Si Nan's face flushed, he picked up a stone and threw it in through the curtain, "I've been misunderstood like this, if you don't do something, wouldn't it be a loss?"

Tang Xuan smiled: "Well, you come in."

Si Nan also smiled, "Come out, it's spacious outside."

There was only the sound of splashing water, followed by steady footsteps.

Crack, crack, crack... stepping on clogs, approaching step by step.

Si Nan swallowed a big mouthful of saliva, fixed his eyes on the bamboo curtain, and crazily fantasized about the picture of a beautiful man coming out of the bath depicted in the novel of the domineering president——

The crystal drops of water slipped from the hair, dropped drop by drop onto the broad shoulders, slid along the muscle lines as exquisite as the statue of David, slid across the broad chest, slid over the attractive eight-pack abs, and slid over the sexy body. Mermaid line, slide until...

???

All blocked by clothes!

Si Nan wanted to spit the swallowed saliva on him.Tang Xuan pursed his lips and put his arm on his side, "You seem disappointed?"

Obviously being suppressed by the aura of the king of the county, his hands and feet are limp, but Da Zonggong still tries his best to hold on and does not want to lose.

"Tell me." Sinan tugged on his tightly wrapped undershirt, "Have you ever seen someone put on clothes while taking a bath?"

Tang Xuan let him pull the neckline open, leaned down, and stuck very close, "Have you ever seen anyone come out naked after taking a shower?"

"Me, let it dry before wearing it." Sinan rolled his eyes and talked nonsense.

Tang Xuan's eyes dimmed, "Next time, let me see and see."

"It's even cheaper for you." Sinan raised his chin, blustering.

Just right, it's convenient for the county king to kiss him down.

***

Bai Ye's case is obviously closed.

Si Nan, Xiao Guo and Lai Da were released from the Imperial City Division.

As soon as he went out, he saw the locust tree holding a large copper basin, and Yu Sanniang took a long moxa stick and sprinkled water on Sinan's body, and then he went to sprinkle Xiao Guo.

Probably feeling that a little sprinkling was not enough, each of the children took a stick of moxa, dipped it in water, and sprinkled it on the two of them.

Lai Da stood beside him, all alone.

Courageously, the cub hugged the moxa stick and threw it at him.

Lai Da was stunned, then he reacted and pulled the corner of his mouth at him.Maybe it was because he had never smiled so friendly before, and the rough face looked a little scary.

The cub hid behind Tang Xuan, deliberately turned his quiver forward, stared fiercely at his watery eyes, "If you dare to hit me, I'll let the county prince shoot you!"

The county king's father...

Everyone looked at Sinan in unison.

Simon:? ? ?

However, Tang Xuan even stroked the little guy's head, as if to encourage him.

Xiao Guo suppressed a smile and hooked Lai Da's neck, "Don't be afraid, little boy, Brother Lai is just a little fierce, a little dazed, a bit lazy, he is actually a good person."

Lai stared with big eyes, "Get out! Are you praising me?"

"Praise, of course it's a boast, boasting in a practical way." Xiao Guo slapped him, "I've agreed, I'll treat you to hot pot for the rest of my life. If you want to break up with me now, it will be a big loss."

Lai Da necked his neck, and said forcefully: "If you agree, you will agree, whoever cheats will be the grandson!"

Everyone laughed.

The former gangsters have become righteous men who fight against the enemy together, and the former opponents have become friends who can joke around. Life is always full of surprises.