Jiang Wang didn't know why Zhong Xuansheng was so sure that Lin Youxie must still be in Lushuang County.
Could it be that all other possibilities have been eliminated and the remaining one is the only truth?
But he completely believed in Chong Xuan Sheng's judgment.
So he just said slowly: "But in Lushuang County, the inspection office has already screened it... If there are clues, they will not miss it."
As long as this matter does not involve the Queen, Zheng Shangming's ability and attitude can be trusted.
If Lin Youxie really never left Lushuang County, how could there be no news from Qingpai?
"Zheng Shangming is just like you. In this matter, you can't look at things outside of the situation." Chong Xuansheng said: "Because of Wang Yiwu's incident, he had a new understanding of power, and later gave up his military post and returned to Qingpai.
, wants to take over his father's footsteps and become the Bei Ya Captain. Who does the power of Bei Ya Captain come from?"
"If he wants to be the captain of Bei Ya like his father, then he must be absolutely loyal to the emperor like his father."
"When Lin Youxie disappears, the first thing you think of is the queen, and so does he. Because you all know the truth about Lin Kuang's incident back then, and you all know why Lin Youxie suffered from phobia. What do you think about today's situation?
The queen's cognition is actually the same, and you feel the same depression and fear. It's just that one is moving forward and the other is retreating."
"But your perceptions are incorrect."
Zhong Xuansheng's voice was very calm: "It's like you were trapped in anger from the beginning, thinking passionately about justice and justice, and almost fell into Bao Zhongqing's trap. Zheng Shangming, who was afraid from the beginning, so what?
Is it possible to find the truth? Anger will blind your eyes, and fear will make him lose his sensitivity."
He did not say more about Zheng Shangming, and instead said: "Lin Youxie's disappearance, I am more inclined to think it was an accident. Lushuang County is considered the territory of the Lei family, and they may need to rely on their help for this matter... What do you do with Lei Zhan?"
Were there any contacts later?”
The conflict between Jiang Wang and Lei Zhanqian started in the Seven Stars Secret Realm. That time, he used the star power absorbed by the Burning Bone Lotus to knock Lei Zhanqian out of the game in the life and death chess game. When they were in the Seven Stars Valley, the two
They almost started fighting again, but were restrained by Tian Anping, who appeared in shackles.
There were two subsequent fights, one at the Invincible Martial Arts Arena and one at the Master's Ceremony. Both times, Lei Zhanqian was beaten to the point of losing his face.
But later Jiang Wuqi married Qiu Shuang, and before his death, he ordered to ease the relationship between the two of them. In fact, there was no conflict between Jiang Wang and Lei Zhanqian.
After Jiang Wuqi's death, the Changsheng Palace was locked away, and Lei Zhanqian was almost helpless. The genius who used to be arrogant and promised to monopolize the world later became disheartened and drank all day long to drink away his sorrow.
For Jiang Wuqi's sake, Jiang Wang had already erased the past and even thought about comforting him.
Chong Xuan Sheng also knows these things, so I ask this question.
Jiang Wang shook his head: "Because of the relationship with the Eleventh Prince, I had the idea of visiting him, but I never made it. The tight schedule is one reason, and the other reason is that I don't know what to say..."
At this moment, Fourteen suddenly remembered something: "By the way, I met that Lei Zhanqian that day in Lushuang County."
Zhong Xuansheng frowned and asked, "Why haven't I heard you say that before?"
"I forgot... and we just met and didn't even say a word." Fourteen said in a daze: "At that time, I was worried that he was going to fight me, but he took one look at me and left directly. "
Chong Xuansheng and Jiang Wang looked at each other.
"Is it related to the Lei family?" Jiang Wang asked.
"Within Lushuang County, anyone who is close can do it. But why should the Lei family deal with Lin Youxie?" Chongxuan Sheng said: "Please help me think of a reason now."
Jiang Wang thought for a while and shook his head: "Unexpected."
Chong Xuansheng pondered and said: "I can't think of it. There is really no such reason in terms of emotion, reason, or profit."
Lin Kuang died investigating the case of Concubine Lei. The Lin family had only kindness and no hatred towards the Lei family. Lei Zhanqian and Lin Youxie were two people who had almost no intersection at all.
On the other hand, when Jiang Wuqi was still alive, he was very willing to give Lin Youxie a chance - he was not only willing to give opportunities to the heirs of the Qingpai family, but also to the run-down families like the Fengxian Zhang family. Because he was such a person It was people who gave Ping Ping an opportunity to build the Zhang Yong Crying Temple. It was also because he was such a person that he was mourned by people for a long time after his death.
Whether starting from the Lei family itself or Jiang Wuqi, the Lei family and Lin Youxie are friends rather than enemies.
"But why did Lei Zhanqian appear there at that time?" Jiang Wang said puzzledly: "Although it is the territory of Lushuang County, the dense forest is inaccessible. Lei Zhanqian is not a person who wanders around."
"How about asking directly?" Chong Xuansheng did not rush to make a judgment, but just said: "He may know something."
…
Lin Youxie's disappearance was obviously not as simple as Chong Xuansheng said. He said it was simple more to curb Jiang Wang's impulse and calm Jiang Wang's anger so that he would not face the black wall recklessly. .
After digging through the cocoon, it seems that all the clues are still useless.
If Zhong Xuansheng's judgment is correct and Lin Youxie really has not left Lushuang County, then where is she and what is her condition? Does she have to turn the entire Lushuang County upside down?
Even if he and the two princes Chong Xuan Sheng were here, it would not be an easy task to thoroughly investigate a county. What's more, the person they were looking for had already removed his Qingpai, and he was no longer from Qi. It is no longer important to the country.
In what name can they do such a thing?
Lin Youxie has been missing for a long time and cannot be delayed any longer.
Chongxuansheng and Shishi went to their yard to simply change into normal clothes, and then set off with Jiang Wang to Lushuang County.
"The Lei family and the eleventh prince have a mutually beneficial relationship. However, since the eleventh prince is dead, their situation is not too bad. Because to the other palace owners, the Lei family is no longer a threat. They I don’t mind showing kindness to the Lei family. But after losing the support of the Changsheng Palace, the decline of the Lei family is inevitable. Everything we ate and took before will now be vomited out.”
In the carriage speeding along the official road, Zhong Xuansheng narrated slowly: "There were no outstanding figures in the previous generation of the Lei family. Among the younger generation, the only ones who can be considered outstanding are Lei Zhanqian and Lei Yikun. The latter is more important Not as good as the former, but the former has also lost all its energy. If there are no other changes, in another ten or twenty years, even in Lushuang County, the Lei family may not be able to speak louder."
Jiang Wang said objectively: "Lei Zhanqian's talent is definitely not bad. If he can cheer up, he may not be able to shoulder the future of the Lei family."
The heart of a strong person is more evident in adversity than in good times.
Judging from Lei Zhanqian's character after his failure, his prestige, which was once equal to that of Wang Yiwu, was mostly supported by the Lord of Changsheng Palace.
But he can hold the thunder seal in his hand, seal the heaven and earth, and even enter the pre-selection list of the Yellow River Society, so he is by no means a mediocre person.
"No matter how good his talent is, it will be useless if it is left unused for too long. So I say, the most important thing is to see how he spends the next ten years." Chong Xuansheng said calmly: "Let's wait and see."
…
Driven by Qing Zhuan, Marquis Wu'an's carriage drove straight to the Lei family clan in Lushuang County.
The middle door of Lei's old house where the patriarch lives was opened wide. Lei Zongxian, the leader of the Lei clan, personally greeted the door. He shouted the honorific titles of the two marquises and bowed to the bottom. Lei Zhanqian, Lei Yikun and other younger members of the family, He also bowed respectfully afterwards.
Judging from past experience, Lei Zongxian's talents were mediocre, and the most important reason why he was able to secure his position as patriarch was... Concubine Lei Guifei, who was once extremely favored by the emperor, was his biological sister.
He must have a lot in common with Gao Xianchang, the current patriarch of the Gao family in Jinghai.
Of course, Lei Zongxian also gave birth to Lei Zhanqian, who had the magical power of taking off the Thunder Seal. He was once known as the Lei family's hope for the next five hundred years, which made him fully qualified to speak out in the family.
So why is it said that things in the world are unpredictable and the sea of people is ups and downs.
If we really have to push it forward a year, if Jiang Wuqi was still alive, even if Jiang Wang and Chong Xuansheng also came to the house with the honor of a prince, there would be no need for Lei Zongxian to go out to greet him personally, and let Lei Zhanqian greet him instead. It's respectful enough.
The wind and rain in life are not only about breaking old branches and drenching old friends.
Jiang Wang didn't show any airs as a marquis, he quickly got out of the carriage, greeted Lei Zongxian first, and then took the initiative to support Lei Zhanqian.
The last time the two met was not long after Jiang Wuqi's death.
At that time, Jiang Wang was still Qingyangzi, but today he is the Marquis of Wu'an.
At that time, Lei Zhanqian was dejected. Today, Lei Zhanqian is even more dejected, and even his eyes are a little numb.
He is still the same person as before, with the same facial features, the same clothes, and the same loose hair, but the domineering aura of dominating the world and looking down on the world has completely disappeared.
He bowed conscientiously in the crowd, but at first glance, he was far less eye-catching than Lei Yikun standing next to him.
Lei Zhanqian is the son of the patriarch Lei Zongxian, and Lei Yikun, who is short and stocky, is the grandson of Lei Zhanqian's grandfather. The two are slightly distant cousins.
Jiang Wuqi and Lei Zhanqian were closer in blood, and their relationship was deeper. However, when Jiang Wuqi was around, Lei Yikun always went with him to do things.
Back in Yunwu Mountain, Lei Yikun, who had a tough personality, looked at Jiang Wangji with a frown. Today, when faced with Jiang Wang's gaze, he only showed a kind smile.
Chong Xuansheng and Shi Shi walked out of the carriage hand in hand and said directly: "Lei Shibo, don't be too formal. I'm telling you the truth. Marquis Wu'an and I came here today to ask for something. Isn't it convenient for us and Brother Zhanqian to be alone for a while?" "
It's just that the Duke and the Marquis are dressed in fine robes. Today's emphasis on Xuan Sheng is no longer the same as the previous few days.
Being alone with Jiang Wang is fashionable and discreet. In front of outsiders, his changes are almost completely transformed.
It is not only a change in status, but also a real impact on the spirit, energy, and personal cultivation. In his fat body, otherworldly power is flourishing.
There is still a gentle smile on his face, but it does not make people feel that he is good and can be bullied. What you feel more is his majesty and kindness.
Jiang Wang has always felt that among all the people of the same age he knew, Chong Xuan Sheng was the genius most suitable for officialdom and best able to take advantage of officialdom. Now, once he conquers the nobility, he is indeed like a hidden dragon leaping into the abyss.
As soon as he got off the carriage and opened his mouth, he had an aura that dominated the situation.
Compared with Jiang Wang, who became a prince earlier, he has the majesty of a prince.
There were no fierce words, but Lei Zongxian was so frightened by his momentum that he stood there for a moment, not knowing how to respond.
"Of course it is convenient. If there is anything the Lei family can do for the two marquises, I will not refuse." Lei Zhanqian took a step forward, took over the conversation, and extended his hand to guide: "You three, please follow me this way. ."
His brows were still gloomy, but he still managed to brace himself up to deal with the two unexpectedly visiting princes. After all, he was the only person in the Lei family who could hold up the situation.
"Then I'm sorry." Jiang Wang was very polite and followed Lei Zhanqian to the house.
Chong Xuan Sheng and Shi Shi also followed closely behind.
Qing Zhuan was guarding the carriage and waiting outside the house.
At this time, Lei Yikun suddenly followed a few steps and said sincerely: "As my cousin said, if the two marquises need it, the whole Lei family will do their best."
"Okay." Chong Xuansheng turned his head and glanced at him with a smile: "Brother Yikun, please stay."
Lei Yikun stopped with a smile on his face: "I'll be waiting outside. If you have any orders, please feel free to tell me."
Lei Zhanqian was still leading the way silently, as if he was unaware of all this, or in other words, he didn't care at all.
Walk into the mansion, pass through the moon gate, and walk on the gravel path.
Jiang Wang walked beside Lei Zhanqian and said casually: "Based on Brother Lei's previous character, I think the fist has already fallen on him."
"In the past..." Lei Zhanqian walked steadily and said in a calm voice: "I can't see the future, and I can't remember the past."
"There was nothing wrong with it in the past. Everyone had their days when they were young and energetic." Jiang Wang said.
"Maybe there's nothing wrong with it, but it's no longer appropriate. What kind of strength matches what kind of temper, are you right?" Lei Zhanqian turned around and bowed to Jiang Wang seriously: "Zhanqian used to You are too arrogant and self-centered. Although Marquis Wu An is said to be generous, I still want to apologize to you."
Jiang Wang immediately supported him: "Those old things have been erased long ago. What are you doing, brother Lei? I am not here to raise an army to punish you."
Lei Zhanqian was startled for a moment, and then said in a solemn voice: "Forgive me, the Lei family really can't afford to offend you now. I'm just a fool, but it's all because of my incompetence."
Things in the world can change a person so completely.
Although he never had any contact with Lei Zhanqian later on, it seems that through these few conversations, everything he and the Lei family have encountered and experienced since Jiang Wuqi's death can be glimpsed.
His edge has been blunted, and his vigor has been worn away.
Back in the secret realm of Seven Stars Valley, he attacked everyone with one move, without caring about anyone's identity. Among them was Li Fengyao and even Jiang Wuxie!
Now my waist is bent like this and my head is bowed like this.
In the past, I was ignorant and fearless, but now I am a helpless person.
The big tree in the Changsheng Palace collapsed, and the Lei family of Jiang Wuqi's mother clan was the only hozen that could not escape.
Jiang Wang didn't know what to say.
Chong Xuansheng said: "On the way here just now, Wu Anhou and I were still worried about the future of the Lei family. Now that we see Brother Lei reborn and so stable, we know that we have worried too much."
Lei Zhanqian smiled bitterly: "It's just a matter of growing up, facing the wind and rain, and gradually knowing how much you weigh...how can you deserve the praise of the Marquis?"
As he was talking, he came to a quiet courtyard.
Lei Zhanqian waved his hand to drive away the servants, and then asked the three of them to sit down at the stone table in the courtyard.
When Jiang Wang and the others sat down, he was still standing, so he stood and asked, "I wonder why you two came here today? If there is anything Lei can do, please don't hesitate to teach me."
Jiang Wang said helplessly: "Brother Lei, please sit down and talk. If you do this, it seems like we are bad guests."
Lei Zhanqian then sat on half of his buttocks.
Chong Xuansheng pointed at Fourteen and said: "This is my wife."
Only then did Lei Zhanqian look at Fourteen seriously and said politely: "I have met Mrs. Bowang Hou."
"Have you seen her before?" Chong Xuan Sheng asked calmly.
Lei Zhanqian showed an expression of "Sure enough," and sighed: "I've seen it before."
He stood up again, bent down and saluted: "I dare to ask, the two princes came to visit today, but they came to arrest Lin Youxielin?"
