The first work of the imperial prison

The long street was empty, and the night wind brought a faint coolness. Wei Shili in front of him shook his sleeves and left after speaking. Fang Zhizhu didn't chase him. He stood where he was, turned around, and went in another direction.

Pan Lu was a bit unlucky these past two days, he encountered a lot of things, he thought he could finally take a breather after two days of busy work, but when he got home, he found that his daughter was sick, and he had just finished taking the medicine he needed. The person was a bit out of place, so he went out to get the medicine from the doctor himself.

There were not many people on the road, and he saw Wei Shili and Fang Zhizhu from a distance. He wanted to go over to say hello, but before he got there, the two parted ways, and the direction of his road was also different. Did not catch up.

He didn't regret it, it was important to get medicine for his daughter, and he could always meet other people in other places.

He hurriedly turned from the main street into an alley, the directly dimming light almost made him feel blind, he took two steps forward, his back trembled, and he almost shouted, it’s so late, this kind of alley Why are there still people...

"Master Jiang?"

Hubu Shangshu Jiang Jihong?

"Well, Mr. Pan has something to do when he comes out."

Jiang Jihong's reaction was not as exaggerated as his. He cupped his hands casually, said hello, and walked away shoulder to shoulder with him.

"Uh, Master Jiang, let's go—"

Pan Lu's reaction was a bit slow, and he added a greeting later, before focusing on the road in front of him again.As he walked, he looked at both sides. The Minister of the Ministry of Officials is good at everything, but his face is a bit fierce, and he is not easy to get along with. He doesn't sleep at night, and he doesn't look for a place to drink and play. What's the point of strolling in the alley?

In order to get the medicine for his daughter, he walked very quickly, completely unaware that under the cover of the night, how many people were following in the shadows, who belonged to whom, who did he want to monitor, who did he get information from, and what did he achieve? As a result, what kind of crisis exists...

Unlike him, the two factory owners inside the palace wall really felt the crisis, because they met Qiu Yiqing again.

Qiu Suiqing was standing at the intersection they must pass, with his hands behind his back, standing in a mighty and mighty posture, with his brows pressed down, full of intimidation: "Since we are all on business and have nothing to do, why don't we find a place to chat?" chat?"

What can the two factory owners do? The commander personally invites people, how dare they not go?People have privileges in the imperial city, and they can cut people with knives at any time!

"Okay, it's a rare honor to meet the commander again."

"The gazebo to the east of our house is nice, why don't the commanders go over there and have a sit?"

Unlike other people involved in the case, no matter whether they are in the streets or government offices, Jin Yiwei can go and ask questions. It is a bit difficult for the two father-in-laws, who are often in the palace and serve the master, so it is difficult to have free time. It would be more convenient for Qiu Xunqing to come by himself.

Walking to the exquisite octagonal gazebo, he lifted his robe and sat down, without talking nonsense, he directly mentioned the newly discovered corpse Tang Gui: "...I have a few questions about this person, and I would like to ask you two to clarify."

"This one……"

"Our family..."

"You two are always well-informed, so don't make up lies and say you don't know," Qiu Suqing pointed at the stone table, revealing the sword slung at his waist, "I don't have much time, why don't we both be honest and give something real?" .”

R&F, Ban and An Qiqi were silent.

Qiu Yiqing said again: "Half a month ago, Tang Gui went to the flower boat to have fun, and the two factory owners also went there? Do you two frequent this kind of place? I have to go there during my busy schedule. Is it addictive?" Little, who do you want to meet, what kind of fun are you having?"

R&F and Ban Hean looked at each other, with struggle in their eyes.

The blue eyes of hatred and suspicion lowered slightly, and he glanced at the sword hilt at his waist: "You both know the current situation of the case. If this continues, you will have to invite the two father-in-laws to the Fusi lobby in Beizhen in the future. Let's not talk about it now. Feeling ashamed, who would be shamed when you come to Japan, and even more humiliated? Unless the two of you are murderers, you have already fought your way out, so you don't have to be afraid of anything..."

"That can't be done." Whoever dares to answer this question has to shake his head and say no, Fu Lixing immediately said, "It's a dry day, let's talk about it, the commander doesn't like to label it like this."

Ban He'an also sighed slightly: "Our family also knows that the West Factory has a bad reputation outside, but in the past two years, you, the commander, know that life is not easy, and our family is almost withdrawn. If you don’t ask for it, just ask for stability, and you’re afraid that others will see you when you go out, how can you do such a high-profile thing?”

Qiu Xunqing: "Then the two of you should explain clearly to the envoy that Fan Moyu died, so it's all right for you two to be on the flower boat. Half a month ago, why were you there? That night was Fang Zhizhu's place, and a small The little official doctor, who didn't get promoted or made a fortune, doesn't seem to need any excuses to congratulate?"

"Forget it, let's not hide from the commander, our family actually wanted to buy something, and it was for Tang Gui that day, not Fang Zhi's help," Fu Lixing said with a bitter face, "Our family doesn't know Fang Zhi Help is there, our family doesn't want to get on the flower boat..."

He explained: "The mistress of the palace likes new things, and the decorations should be changed frequently. Last year, the empress liked the things Tang Gui offered. You don’t want our family’s money, who do you say we don’t look for him? Of course, you can’t just point at him. Everything belongs to him. Wouldn’t it be that he will take advantage of our family in the future, so he has to open up others? That's why we have a way... Our family went to find Fan Moyu, isn't it also for this reason?"

It's not a problem to turn around in the stomach, it's in line with the logic of palace people, summer is dry, and it's normal to add or subtract things in the inner palace.

Qiu Yiqing asked: "You saw that it was time for the empress to add something, and you took the initiative to find Tang Gui?"

When Fu Lixing heard that this was stuck in the timeline again, he still doubted him, and hurriedly said: "It's really not this time, it was hot that day, and my mother wanted to eat ice, and I didn't like the ice bowls I found out, but last year. The one presented by Tang Gui is not bad, but it’s outdated, and the pattern is no longer new. She pointed to a new one, so our family can only look for it privately... Madam doesn’t know Tang Gui, it’s through our family’s hand. , used a lot of things from his family, all this is really a coincidence! Our family does not want to be involved in a murder case, how unlucky!"

Qiu Yiqing turned to Ban Hean: "Where is Mr. Banchang?"

Ban He'an smiled kindly: "Our family is also looking at it. Tang Gui's things are good, and all of them are sent to Changle Palace, which is not suitable, so we always keep an eye on them..."

Therefore, it is still a matter of rivalry among the palace people. What the master sees in the eyes of the high-ranking person is the big thing. What is a plaything, you will only pay attention when it is about competing for favor. , I have to inquire about each other and be on guard against each other, for fear that I will not know when the superior asks, and I am even more afraid that my credit will be robbed, my position will be promoted, and I will not be able to keep the first one.

Thinking of the pile of papers that Ye Baiting spread out on the bed, those seemingly casual coincidences or accidents, Qingqing raised his brows with hatred: "The two of you have contact with them, is it more than that?"

"The Commander means..."

"Why do you find other people to buy things, and after contacting them, it's because you have more money?"

Qiu Xunqing's eyes were extremely oppressive, and R&F, Ban and Anqi stood in awe.

One face is more bitter: "This palace is difficult, we have to live..."

Another voice was more slow: "The commander wants you to know that people like us are masters at the top and people who don't know what kind of top they can climb to at the bottom. They don't dare to go too far in anything. They leave everything to chance and don't give it to others. It's me..."

"On the first line...isn't it the only one?"

Qiu Yiqing took out a piece of paper from his pocket, slapped it on the table with a 'snap', tapped his knuckles, and the names on it were clearly visible.

"This envoy doesn't have much time to go around in circles with you, so I just ask, are you two involved in the sale and purchase of official positions?"

The two father-in-laws immediately knelt down.

Fulixing's forehead was sweating: "Commanders are wise, you should know this kind of thing... It is not uncommon in the past dynasties. Our emperor is clear and the government is clear. Such things are less and less, but in the early years, the late emperor was still there. At that time, there were really many such things, and everyone was doing them, and people like us were naturally unavoidable..."

It was the first time that Ban and An didn't confront their deadly rivals: "This road has been getting narrower and narrower for a long time, and we can't do it anymore, that is, those monsters who can't figure it out. We just stood outside and watched the excitement. participate……"

Qiu Yiqing flicked the corner of his robe, and was very calm: "Since I dared to ask the two of you, I have something in my hand. How much you two are willing to say, you can estimate it yourself. Don't blame me for being ruthless."

Both factory owners sighed inwardly.

They knew that in July last year, the commander descended from heaven to Fusi in Beizhen, and managed Jinyiwei in a short period of time, like an iron bucket. Accepted, it can be seen that it is powerful.

They have known for a long time that with their identity and the things they have done in private, there will be a day of reckoning in the future. Over the past year, the masters and concubines have avoided the edge and kept a low profile. It must be the key point of suppression, so I always think about it, look at the opponent's ability, estimate the weight of my own bones, it would be great if I can hug my thigh...

Now people have asked me, how could it be possible if I don’t talk about it?At most, it is hiding a little bit, not so full.

……

Ye Baiting read the newly added dossier information for two days.

The case is being investigated, and the information is becoming more and more abundant, such as the relationship between the deceased, the social network, whether there are more contacts with the people involved in the case, and things that are hidden in the dark are being discovered and seen bit by bit...

Ye Baiting carefully analyzed and sorted out, while sending out the latest direction suggestions, but the case is not completely clear up to this point, he can see some directions, but there are also problems that he can't figure out, and he is still waiting for the answer to be solved.

After sorting out a pile of files on the table and having some free time in the afternoon, Ye Baiting thought about it and went to see her sister in the Zhuzhilou.

The building is not busy at the moment, the hall is very quiet, there is a row of food boxes on the table, Ye Baishao is making snacks for the twins.

Ye Baiting reached out and grabbed a plate, prepared it and put it aside to cool down, and brought it to him to eat: "Going to see the twins in the evening?"

"Well," Ye Baishao took a pot of sour plum soup for his younger brother, "It would be great if they were as good as you were when you were young, but they look alike, but their temperament follows your brother-in-law, and they don't let me worry about it every day, no, I got into trouble again, and let other people’s parents blame me, so I have to make up for it, right?”

Ye Baiting frowned: "It's very troublesome? How about I accompany you?"

"No, you're busy there too. It's not a big deal. I can handle it myself. Just sit here and talk to me."

"Brother-in-law is busy too? I haven't seen him for a few days."

"Busy is a bit busy, but it's not that I haven't been home, it's just that I return very late, and I don't have a chance to meet you," Ye Baishao smiled, "Okay, don't worry about me, if something really happens, you and your brother-in-law, I'm going to invite you all over."

Ye Baiting hummed lightly.

He actually knew what his brother-in-law was doing. In the pile of file information on the table, in addition to the case, there was also the progress of Yan Rouman's side. He also had information about his brother-in-law, but it was more confidential and it was inconvenient to say it.

Like Yan Rouman, brother-in-law is also progressing very fast, and he is almost climbing to the position of managing people, and the future can be expected.

He listened to his sister briskly talking about homework, and answered a few words, or helped his sister set a plate or take something, but was clapped, saying that it was not good-looking, and told him to sit obediently and not be a waste of help. In the end, he could only have one They drank sour plum soup without a ride, leaned their elbows on the table, and watched the sky outside the window.

No matter how hot the weather is, people come and go on the street, everyone is sweating, and some husbands love their wives, and don’t ask their wives to take anything. They put everything on the wheelbarrow they push, tied high, and the wife Constantly wiping my husband's sweat, and thinking about the elderly and children at home, I couldn't stop on my way, so I quietly stood a little to the side. It seemed that I didn't have enough strength, and I used my strength to stand, but I was quietly helping to push...

An old man closed the stall, brought his grandson back home, and walked slowly under the shade. The child was too young, walked slowly, and lacked strength, so he couldn’t move. , carrying things, legs and feet are not good, the little grandson is very sensible, he insists on walking by himself, making troubles willful, in fact, the little hand is holding the corner of the grandfather's clothes, for fear that he will fall...

I don’t know which servants from a big family are shopping, they look decent in their clothes, and they are really busy when they are busy, their clothes are soaked through, and they are worried about the things they haven’t bought, and they don’t know where to run errands if they have money. ...

There are all kinds of people in the world, each with its own difficulties.

After not hearing his brother's reply for a long time, Ye Baishao looked out of the window and sighed: "Oh, it's not easy."

She talked about the troubles caused by the twins this time: "...the two cubs didn't have enough trouble on their own, so they dragged their classmates to play together. What can they play, go to the house to uncover tiles, go into the water to fish, there is nothing they don't like in the world... Dare to do it, boys of this age are tough, naughty, and the little boy didn't refuse, and had fun playing with them, but, the clothes were broken, and the big hole was torn out when they climbed the tree, and they couldn't wear them anymore. Quit it, ask me to reason..."

"The academy they study in, you know, the commanders helped to find them. Masters are capable, and they also have requirements for students. Not just anyone can enter. Those who have to take exams are strict. Although my family is mischievous, they don't care about it. I love to read, but my mind is like our father's, I'm a little clever, I can read the homework and so on, but some people don't get in easily, they really worked hard for a long time."

"What the parent said to me is that it is not easy for children, and it is not easy for oneself. After being poor for half a lifetime, to enter such an academy, you have to be decent. Well... the good materials for this summer are all delicate, and they buy the most expensive ones. To be honest, they are not strong. This time, I really can’t blame the twins too much. How can children play well? It’s only half a day. People are not tired yet, the clothes are broken first..."

"My parents asked me to pay for it, and they cried and complained about how expensive the material was, but I couldn't do anything about it. I couldn't just pay for it because of some money. I'll tell you, that dress is really expensive. A good leather item in winter. I have never bought such expensive clothes for the twins. They are young now, just when they are growing tall. They are easy to be short in size. It’s very fast, and I don’t need to think about it, except for the holidays, what materials are usually strong and comfortable, and what to wear for them, I really didn’t expect other people’s family to take this seriously.”

"Originally, this matter is over here, I also paid for the clothes, and other parents accepted it, but this matter spread in the academy, and other children did not want to take this child to play, because they were reminded by the elders at home. , Said that the clothes on this child are too expensive, if they are accidentally damaged, I can't afford to pay for it every day..."

Ye Baishao sighed: "I have seen those children in the academy. Some of them are really talented and have a promising future, but they are also really poor. Their clothes are all washed and turned gray, and they still wear them very cherished. You said they don't want Is it wrong to play with this little boy? They didn't hate their little friends, they just chose this way because of the family conditions. But are you saying that the little boy's parents are completely wrong? His family's early life conditions were not good , that is to say, I have made a fortune in the past two years. I finally got a chance to raise the child. The whole family tightened their belts, waiting for the child to grow up, and giving him everything, all the best, Can you say that this thought is not enough, no good?"

"The poor try their best, but they want to have enough food and clothing to live a good life. One day, when they are full and warm, they want to eat better, wear better clothes, and want to be respected by others. In a better circle, it's better to have someone nodding and bowing to you when you go out, sitting on the saddle... Such a heart, but no head."

Ye Baishao put the snacks on a plate and distributed them to the food boxes one by one: "I can actually understand that adults are all for children, but I am also a little worried about this little boy. He did nothing wrong, just playing with his peers. He was a bit mischievous, but he might not be able to make friends again in the future. What is wrong with him? What is he thinking in his heart, will he resist or pursue these 'Chinese clothes' in the future, and what kind of person will he grow up in the future..."

Every time I chat with my sister, Ye Baiting always gets something different.

My elder sister is a mother, and many of the daily chats are related to the children, as well as her own understanding and thinking. She stands in different positions and angles. The transformation of the environment on people is embarrassing, but Ye Baiting still sees more in these words. many things.

Like the child's parents.

It is indeed for the good of the child, and I want to give the child better everything, but the poor become rich, and the mentality needs to adapt to change. My sister is kind, and she speaks very politely, leaving room for it, but he can hear the hidden part inside, Give children better things, can't help showing off, flamboyant and humble, eager to integrate into the circle...

This pair of parents probably look down on the poor students in the academy, thinking that it doesn't matter whether the children get along with these people or not. A "market boss lady" like my sister doesn't have much background, and doesn't need to pay too much attention. Okay, but when the child is dressed and dressed himself, he will be able to socialize with people who also wear the same costumes... Give up the 'frills', socialize upwards, and integrate into a more noble circle, this is what they are really chasing thing.

Maybe a long time later, time will teach us restraint, but the word desire itself has no end.

It will always be spawned by all kinds of emotions, in all kinds of situations, every moment, endlessly, there will never be the word 'enough', there is always a new sense of urgency, There are always new incentives for you to 'choose deals'.

It’s not suffering and sadness, but more contentment and happiness. Some people may feel lacking all the time, and what they get is not enough to give them a sense of security...

"Sister, you are busy, I'll go first! If you have something to do, remember to send someone to Fusi, Beizhen, don't be afraid of trouble, I won't trouble you at all!"

Before he finished speaking, he ran away, but Ye Baishao didn't stop him.

"This kid is so old and frizzy, I haven't even asked him to look at the material of his clothes..."

Ye Baishao glanced over the bead curtain, behind it was the material for making new clothes for her younger brother, which she picked out by the way when she was preparing an apology for others, all of them were good materials, and the color was suitable... I am afraid that the stupid brother is busy , his birthday is approaching.

But there is still time, come in time, take your time.

Ye Baishao finished working all afternoon, ordered food boxes on the table, and ordered someone to come over: "I didn't pay attention to this, and I made too much, and it will go bad if left for a long time. It's too wasteful. Zhen Fusi will give you two boxes."

The young man in the hall looked really serious. He didn't pay attention to doing too much. He was clearly careful and intentionally made two copies for the young master. This honor is the only one. Even his own master and son don't have it. I have to cry with the proprietress again.

Ye Baiting returned to Beizhen Fusi, quickly rummaged through the things on the table——

"The news sent back by the commander, I remember it here..."

He was in a hurry, first he was wrestling with the papers on the table, and then a new news file was sent back, more and more piled up on the table, so he divided his mind to deal with it again...

I don't know how much time has passed, it may be one afternoon plus one night, or it may be one day plus, anyway, when he came to his senses, he lowered his head and smelled the smell on his body, he couldn't take it anymore, and went to take a bath.

"I'm exhausted..."

When she came out of the bathroom, Shen Jiang came back with a cloth on her shoulders and a basin in her hand. I don't know who snatched it from him. He didn't match his temperament at all. When he saw Ye Baiting, he yawned: "I can't do it." Young master, the investigation of the things outside is almost done, I will see if I can analyze something later, I have to take a shower first, sleep, and remember to call me when the commander comes back later."

"When does he come back?"

"It's an hour? It should be soon."

"it is good."

"The young master will definitely call me later, I'm afraid I'll oversleep."

"Ah."

Ye Baiting returned to the room, put away the news files by category, went to the kitchen to ask for food, and then came back, sat under the window, carefully flipping through the newly delivered pages.

The sun outside the window was gradually slanting, and the setting sun was setting, spreading a halo around him, light and faint, like water, and like pearls, under the quiet sky, it seemed that the years had become gentler.

When Qiu Xunqing came back, he saw this scene. The person in front of the window heard the voice and saw him coming back. He smiled slightly, his brows and eyes were full of sunshine, and he looked very cute.

"you're back!"

"Ah."

Qiu Yiqing strode into the room, touched Xiao Wuzuo's face with his palm, and leaned slightly: "I need something sweet."

Ye Baiting was puzzled: "Huh?"

"I took the medicine and it was very bitter."

"Well……"

Ye Baiting didn't let go of the file in his hand, the smell... seems very weak?

"...The bitter medicine you took at noon, do you need sweetness now?"

"I still have to eat at night," Qiu Canqing rubbed his fingers against his lips, his voice slightly hoarse, "Sweeten it in advance, so it won't be bitter by then."

Ye Baiting: ...

"Master, I'm here, I'm here, is the commander coming back—"

Before the word '了' was finished, Shen Jiang froze at the scene: "Then what, did I come early?"

Qiu Suqing's eyebrows were slightly cold: "'Tianqianhu' is so active in doing things, shouldn't this envoy give some rewards?"

Shen Jianghaoxuan knelt down, don't, as long as you don't beat me back to become a hundred households, you can fine me whatever you want, really, I admit it!

"Why are you scaring him?"

Ye Baiting took Qiu Yiqing to sit down, and pointed to another seat: "The food will be here soon, we will talk about the case after eating, there is no time to delay."

"Yes!"

Shen Jiang responded simply, and the food was served soon. After thinking about it, he realized that it was not an interruption just now, and he really didn't have time to play other things. The commander and the young master planned to...but something was wrong, obviously he I'm very hungry, and the serious thing in the bowl is rice, why do I still feel a little tired, the atmosphere of the commander and the young master...

Put your head down, eat your own, and don't look!

Shen Jiang finished his meal in a flustered manner. Seeing that the two people on the opposite side also ended the battle soon, and their expressions were serious, he coughed twice, pulled out the small whiteboard, took out the charcoal pen, and made all the preparations——

"Then shall we begin?"

Qiu Yiqing: "Yes."

Shen Jiang quickly wrote down a few names, the deceased, and all the people involved in the case on the small whiteboard.

"Look, young master, these people seem to have a 'knowledge, not familiar' relationship on the surface, right?" He drew lines while talking, "Look at me doing a trick..."

With a quick movement of his hand, he virtually connected everyone's lines to Mrs. Yao's side.

"Ms. Yao is not picking up customers now. It seems that she doesn't know everyone well. It's just the relationship between ordinary customers and the bustard. She greets the guests warmly and pretends to be familiar. In fact, there is no grudge, right? But in her presence Before closing the sign, it is serious to receive guests, and everyone here, including the deceased, was once her guest of honor!"