Jia Heng sat in the yamen and took care of things. As usual, he read the intelligence summary sent by Jinyi Sixth Institute, or reviewed it with a pen, or used a seal. Since the restructuring of Jinyi Sixth Institute specializing in one area, all confidential documents have been processed by the Experience Department.
Send it for processing.
Jia Heng then finished talking to several thousand households, and they were already close friends. He filed the official documents and bound them into a volume by the Experience Department. He turned his attention to Qu Lang, the governor of Beizhen, and led him to Houya's study room to talk.
As soon as he entered the study, Qu Lang whispered: "Sir, the official Qi has been found."
Jia Heng frowned, poured tea by himself, and asked, "Where is he now?"
Qu Lang said: "The inn at Huaiyuanfang in Xicheng is now our contact point. Sir, would you like to meet us sometime?"
With his status, he could not win the trust of Prince Zhongshun, nor could he make people use him.
Jia Heng thought for a moment and said in a deep voice: "I'll go see you later."
If Qi Guan'er could return to Prince Zhongshun's Mansion and become the Jinyi Mansion's spy, it would be possible to steal the account book. This would be much more efficient than if the Jinyi Mansion tried to find a way to insert people into it.
"By the way, is there any progress in Jia Lian's matter?" Jia Heng asked in a deep voice.
Jia Lian and Sun Shaozu have been completely linked recently, but the two have not yet started smuggling. This is why he has not closed the network for a long time. He cannot bring Sun Shaozu in, and there is always something missing.
But before he came back, he came up with another plan. If Sun Shaozu was turned into a nail and, as a native of Datong in Shanxi Province, he went undercover to enter Shanxi merchants and thus find out the chain of smuggling channels of Shanxi merchants, it seemed that it would be better than simply turning him into a nail.
It would be better to take it down.
Because investigating Shanxi merchants, rashly breaking in from outside could easily arouse suspicion.
However, this matter needs to be considered in the long term.
Qu Lang said: "Our people are watching. The second master Lian of your mansion and the channels of General Shenwei have been explored. They are just the Jiedu envoy of Ping'an Prefecture. The matter involves the imperial court officials and they are at the border. It's not good.
Searching for evidence of crime, I'm afraid we still need to arrest him before we can find any clues."
Jia Heng pondered for a moment and said: "First, make a few copies of some of the evidence, so that it can be used at any time. In addition, you and I will change into casual clothes and go to see that official Qi together."
When Qu Lang heard this, he cupped his hands and responded in a low voice.
Huaiyuanfang, Nanshan Inn, it is already evening, the sun is setting in the west, and the rays are bright.
In Tianzihao room, Jiang Yuhan paced back and forth in the inner room, seeming to be restless. From time to time, he raised his eyes to look at the four strong men with swords sitting on a table in the hall, and a thick layer of gloom fell over his heart.
He had originally fled outside Chang'an City, and had taken out the gold and silver that he had hidden in a private house in Red Sandalwood Castle. He was hiding in Tibet from east to west, but he did not want to be intercepted by several detectives who claimed to be Jinyi Mansion, and then he saw that
It is located in Qianhu.
"Two brothers, please tell me which adult wants to see the younger one?" Jiang Yuhan walked to the front of the hall and asked how many people were there.
"Don't ask any more questions. You will know by yourself when that gentleman sees you." The detective from the Jinyi Mansion said coldly, holding the knife and crossing his hands.
When Jiang Yuhan heard this, her eyes flashed, she had some guesses, and she couldn't help but sigh.
This time, he was afraid that he would be involved in a whirlpool with high winds and dangerous waves.
After a while, the lights were turned on inside the house, and a person came in from the outside curtain. He chatted with the detective from Jinyi Mansion for a while, and all of them suddenly stood up.
Not long after, I saw several young men with burly bodies and sharp eyes, surrounded by them, entering the inner compartment with dexterous movements and looking out on all sides.
Jiang Yuhan raised her eyes and saw a young man wearing an azure gown with a stern face. Because it was against the light, half of his face was dark and unclear, which made people feel fearful.
Jia Heng sat down and looked at Hu Sheng from the Jinyi Mansion. He quickly picked up the teapot and poured a cup with a "clatter" sound. He bent down to serve it and stood in wait.
"You are Qi Guan'er from Prince Zhongshun's palace?" Jia Heng picked up the tea cup, blew on the tea foam, took a sip, looked at Qi Guan'er with cold eyes like lightning, and asked.
Jiang Yuhan recognized the person, her face paused slightly, her heart skipped a beat, and she secretly thought, it is indeed this person, Jia Heng, the head of the Jia family!
I had met this man with Mr. Bao Er of Rongguo Mansion.
He bowed his hands and said respectfully: "The common people have seen Mr. Jia."
Jia Heng put down the tea cup and was not surprised that Jiang Yuhan could do what he did. The actors and actresses who could serve in Prince Zhongshun's Mansion were all good at observing words and expressions, and there was no one who was dumbfounded.
At this time, he looked at Jiang Yuhan and saw that although he was a man, his eyebrows were charming and his behavior was indeed charming. He said in a low voice: "You are quite alert. Sit down."
Since you are a smart person, it will be easier to handle.
Jiang Yuhan did not dare to say a word, and bowed down and whispered: "Your Majesty's reputation is known to all the people in the capital, and the common people are no exception. Prince Kuang Zhongshun always mentions your Majesty, and he hates it."
Jia Heng sneered and said: "You don't need to use Prince Zhongshun to threaten me. Now that you have escaped from the palace, if I personally send you to Prince Zhongshun, I'm afraid you will not end well."
When Jiang Yuhan heard this, his face turned pale. This was what he was worried about. His heart trembled and he whispered: "You are a hero of the world, how can you make things difficult for an actor? Why don't you show your dignity to the common people?"
After all, she is a female actor who has sung in operas. She speaks in a refined manner, which makes her somewhat heroic.
Jia Heng said: "Don't make useless remarks. As long as you do something for me, I will protect you from the control of Prince Zhongshun and you will be free from prison! Otherwise, do you think you can really escape the wanted arrest of Prince Zhongshun? As long as Zhongshun
The prince will arbitrarily accuse you of stealing the property of the royal family, and the Ministry of Punishment will issue a document to arrest Zhang Xuanhai in the provincial capital and county. I guess the world is so big that there is no place for you!"
When Jiang Yuhan heard this, cold sweat broke out from behind his back. He really had not thought of such a thing before, but did the prince really go to such trouble?
Hu Sheng, a member of the trial family at the side, looked fierce and said grimly: "Listen to your words, otherwise, even if the palace lets you go and enters the door of Jinyi Mansion, you still want to escape safely..."
Jia Heng frowned and stretched out his hand. The tester quickly bowed and shut up.
However, Jiang Yuhan's face did not look good.
"As promised, before Prince Zhongshun notices it, you might as well say something if you go back now." Jia Heng said in a deep voice.
Jiang Yuhan gritted his teeth and said, "What exactly do you want the common people to do?"
Jia Heng said: "I don't have to do anything. Qu Qianhu will give you instructions later."
Jiang Yuhan looked pale and responded in a low voice.
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Let’s talk about the Yuanyang later. At the end of the day, Jia’s mother, under the service of Amber and Jade, combed her hair and asked Huai to call the Yuanyang.
As Sister Feng said: "The old lady won't be able to eat without Yuanyang."
When Yuanyang heard that Hu Hui was calling, he left the wing with Hu Hua and was about to go to Jia Mu's wing. He casually reported today's episode to Mrs.
Jin Wenxiang's daughter-in-law, who was originally the head bather in Jia Mu's courtyard, stopped Yuanyang and said with a smile on her face: "Yuanyang, come here, I have something nice to say for you."
Yuanyang sneered and said: "What good words can I say? Song Huizong's eagle and Zhao Zi'ang's horse are both good paintings! Don't think that I don't know what good plans you have. I'm going to serve the old lady now, and I don't have time to pay attention to you.
.”
Amber listened blankly and confused.
Yuanyang ignored Jin Wenxiang's wife and went to Jia's mother's house.
In front of outsiders, before Jin Wenxiang's wife could finish speaking, she was beaten with guns and sticks, and she stood there with her face turning green and red, and reported back to Mrs. Xing angrily.
By coincidence, Mrs. Xing also came out of Sister Feng's room. It turned out that Sister Feng was trying to persuade Mrs. Xing, but when she couldn't persuade her mother-in-law, she could only follow Mrs. Xing's advice.
Mrs.
Jin Wenxiang's wife looked ugly and whispered: "I'm going to persuade her because I don't want to bring trouble to myself. Madam, tell me, as my sister-in-law, can I still harm her?"
Mrs. Xing frowned, thinking about what Sister Feng had just said, and a little worried about Jia Mu's anger, and said hesitantly: "I have to let the master make the decision on this matter. You go and get busy first. I have something else to do."
Let’s talk about it tonight.”
At this time, if things were not going smoothly, she had to go straight back to report to Jia She, otherwise, she would also be scolded. No matter what, she had to do one of the two things.
With that said, he led a group of women and maids to the courtyard where Yingchun lived.
At this moment, Yingchun is playing chess with Siqi. The two of them are sitting in front of the Xuan window, separated by a square of chess floor. Yingchun is wearing a pink cross-collared coat, a white cross-collared coat, a white pleated skirt, and a
Her hair is in a bun with airy bangs, her skin is white and greasy, and her cheeks are as fresh as pimples. She rests her forehead on one hand and looks at the black and white pieces on the chessboard attentively.
Suddenly, I heard the sound of rapid footsteps coming from outside the screen. Xiuju entered the wing, with a look of panic on her face, and whispered: "Girl, the eldest lady is here."
Si Qi quickly threw away the chess pieces, raised his eyes to look at Yingchun, and said: "Girl, go and greet Yingchun."
Yingchun said "hmm", sighed softly, and got up.
Mrs.
Yingchun and a group of maids bowed to Mrs. Xing to meet her.
Mrs. Xing looked at Yingchun, sizing up the gentle and silent girl. She came closer and said with a smile, "Second girl, why didn't you go play with your sisters?"
This daughter of a concubine was dull and dull, and could not make a sound when pierced with an awl. To be honest, she didn't think much of her.
Yingchun said gently and softly: "Sisters and sisters, they have other things to do, so don't bother them. They just play chess in the house."
Mrs.
After saying that, he stepped forward and took Yingchun's hand, which made the girl feel uncomfortable for a while.
Si Qi and his grandmother Wang Shanbao looked at each other, winked at each other, and quickly carried the teapot to pour tea for the two of them, paying attention to their conversation.
Mrs.
Yes, just in case something happens and there is another famine."
Yingchun frowned, confused for a moment, and asked in surprise: "What is the eldest lady talking about?"
Mrs.
As soon as the Spring Festival came, I felt a little ashamed. I lowered my head and whispered: "Marriage has always been the order of the parents and the matchmaker. It's just that my daughter is still young. Should I wait a few more years?"
Because compared to the couple, Mrs.
In fact, the age for welcoming the Spring Festival is not too old. If a girl is fifteen or older and can get married, there is nothing wrong with signing the engagement letter in advance.
Ignoring Wang Shanbao's glances, Siqi offered the tea. Then when he lowered his hand and stepped back, he smiled and said, "Madam, I'm not very young. Isn't it a little too early?"
The smile on Mrs.
some."
At this moment, Wang Shanbao's family laughed and said: "My wife is saying that we can't wait until the end of the day to fight famine. Look at that big girl..."
Even as he said this, he felt something was wrong. He was clearly talking about the length of Yuanchun, so he hurriedly paused.
And this just reflects the uncertainty about Yuanchun's marriage, and some discussions among the Jia family's servants.
Seeing that Yingchun agreed, Mrs.
I heard that the Sun family is also well-off, so at least they need to prepare some more money before the master will agree.
With this thought in mind, Mrs. Xing led her mother-in-law and maid back to the black paint courtyard to see Jia She.
Suddenly, Siqi and Yingchun were the only two people left in the room.
Siqi asked: "Why did the girl respond?"
Yingchun sighed, got up from the bed, sat in front of the chessboard, and said: "Madam and Master have already made up their minds, it's useless for me to say anything else. Besides, after two or three years, there will always be something to do."
Go out, hey, let’s continue playing chess.”
As he said that, he picked up the chess pieces and looked at the chess surface intently again.
Si Qi's face was a bit dismayed, he snorted softly, sat down, picked up the chess pieces, and played chess with Yingchun, but he secretly made a plan in his heart.
On the other side, Yuanyang returned to Jia Mu's room and looked up to see Jia Mu sitting on the Arhat bed, drinking maple dew tea.
Seeing that Yuanyang's face was gloomy and his smile lines were gone, Jia Mu smiled, put the tea cup on the small table aside, and asked, "Yuanyang, what's wrong with you?"
Because no matter how troubled Yuanyang is, he never shows it in front of Jia Mu. The gloomy look on his face today was really the first time he showed it, and it quickly attracted Jia Mu's attention.
Yuanyang sighed and whispered: "I'm afraid I won't be lucky enough to serve the old lady anymore."
Jia's mother looked stunned and asked in shock: "What are these words? Whose family can still drive you away?"
Yuanyang sighed and told everything about Mrs. Xing's visit.
Jia's mother's face suddenly darkened, she was trembling with anger, and said angrily: "Okay, the two of them have worked together to plot against me. Someone from Lin Zhixiao's family is here. Call the eldest master and the eldest wife to come over!"
Why so angry?
It's just that Jia Zheng's official position just had a problem, and Jia She immediately reached out to the maid in his room. Is this okay?
Seeing this, Yuanyang hurriedly stepped forward and advised: "Old lady, don't be angry. If the family is upset, it will be my fault."
Jia Mu said angrily: "It doesn't matter to you. I just thought that he is getting old now. He usually eats wine and has fun, with a little wife on his left and a little wife on his right in the house. He doesn't take care of himself and the officials don't care.
After a good life, we spend our days drinking. If this continues, how can it be a long-term relationship?"
As he said that, he called to Lin Zhixiao's family: "Go and tell him to kneel down in the ancestral hall."
If we don't do anything, I'm afraid this family won't be able to get better.
It can be said that Jia She's previous remarks that "Jia Zheng might as well resign from office" originally left a thorn in Jia's mother's heart, but she suppressed it in front of outsiders at noon, and now took the opportunity to explode.
Yuanyang saw that Jia Mu had made up her mind and knew that there was another reason, so it was hard to persuade her.
Jia Mu in turn comforted Yuanyang, took Yuanyang's hand, and said with a smile: "If you are not with me for a day, I won't be able to sleep well. Even if Brother Heng begs you now, I won't be willing to give it, let alone
Others? Wait for you to serve me in my room for a few years before I let you go to the East Mansion."
This is what Jia Mu has always thought. As Jia Mu's confidant, Yuanyang must be placed next to Jia Heng in order to feel at ease.
On the contrary, it was Qingwen back then, and every time Jia Mu thought about it, well, she felt like a meat bun beating a dog, and there was no return.
Yuanyang blushed with embarrassment and whispered: "Old lady, I will serve you forever."
Jia Mu never took her words seriously. She was old, not blind.