Chapter 16 Chapter Eleven

Di Gong and Tao Gan returned to the government office, and Ma Rong and Qiao Tai welcomed them into the inner government office. Duke Di asked, "How is the situation in the city?" Ma Rong replied: "Nothing happened. It's just that the number of dead people is still increasing. The new canal has been dug, the Wei River has flowed into the city's river channel, and all the traps are under control. There was a little disturbance in Guangchengcang, and it soon subsided." Digong nodded and smiled to express his appreciation. Di Gong told Qiao Tai and Ma Rong all about his and Tao Gan's visits to Ye Kuilin's house and He Peng's house.

Qiao Tai and Ma Rong couldn't help being very interested in the complicated plot of the case, and started talking about it. Ma Rong said: "I think He Peng must be a murderer. He is strong-blooded, how can he be insulted by Ye Kuilin for nothing? Didn't he say that he was so angry that he wanted to shoot an arrow at the bamboo curtain of Zhenliu Pavilion in Ye Mansion. Besides, Coral Asking him secretly for help, a man who is upright and upright can't rescue a weak woman from the fire, what kind of queen is he, a lord of the world?" Qiao Tai said: "What the master said is very true. Ye Kuilin broke the celadon vase on purpose, leaving behind a willow garden pattern, instructing the government to find out the clues. Moreover, He Peng's physique and strength are enough to swim across the canal and walk along the canal. The stone pillar climbed up to the window sill of the Zhenliu Pavilion promenade. Perhaps he and Shan Shan had already agreed to cooperate inside and outside to kill Ye Kuilin."

Digong smiled and shook his head.said: "Tonight, when I saw He Peng telling the picture of Liuyuan, he was very emotional, as if he was troubled by a strong emotional conflict. He told the story of his great-grandfather just as if he was telling his own life experience. I saw him suppress it several times. The ups and downs in his chest revealed a painful and helpless look. If he really killed Ye Kuilin for the coral, why did he speak so frankly, with endless voices. Just imagine how he was willing to vomit out when he wanted to kill Ye Kuilin in his heart. An arrow shot through the bamboo curtain of Zhenliu Pavilion. He frankly admitted that he was in love with coral, and hated Ye Kuilin’s shamelessness. Didn’t he lead his neck to the executioner’s blade? So I thought about coral Not a very important person. ——Liu Yuantu’s clues are still in doubt, so don’t disturb He Peng for the time being, but pay attention to his behavior.”

Tao Gan said: "He Peng seems straightforward and honest, but we must also beware of his treachery in his belly. Telling part of the facts while concealing the most important details of the case is a common tactic of cunning and habitual criminals. What puzzles me is why he treats Ye Kuilin eyes are so terrified." "Didn't one of the nursery rhymes say 'lost your eyesight'?" Qiao Tai said. "Didn't one of Ye Kuilin's black beads just get punched out of the eye socket? ——The nursery rhyme refers to 'Mei, Ye, He', 'Mei' broke his head, 'Ye' fell out of the black bead, and it was his turn to 'He' "It's "lost your bed"—what does "lost your bed" mean? Maybe He Peng is feeling afraid of "losing your bed".——God knows that this nursery rhyme really has the mysterious power of prophecy. He Peng didn’t mean that his death was not far away, he was obsessed with this premonition, unable to control it, so he was worried—this is the most common psychology of murderers.”

Di Gongdao: "What puzzles me the most is why this coral deliberately sows disputes and provokes fights between Ye Kuilin and He Peng. Ye Kuilin is richer than He Peng, and he also took over coral. Why did you intentionally make eye contact with He Peng and ask him for help? I suspect that all of this is a deliberate arrangement. Coral is by no means an ordinary woman. She has a premeditated plan and a purpose. Her purpose is probably Ye Kuilin and He Peng killed each other. - She must have been assigned by someone. We found out her background, and the real murderer will be revealed. Also, Dr. Lu is also a frivolous person who does not abide by his duty. They must also be closely monitored."

Ma Rong suddenly thought of something, and said: "In the past few days, the inspectors have come to report that there are often corpse collection teams in black robes and black hoods in the streets and alleys who take advantage of danger to rob, steal money, and make public Robbers with knives. Their anti-epidemic attire has become a cover for crimes. The camp has recruited some idlers and scoundrels because of the shortage of manpower, but it has become a major hidden danger to public security." Di Gong was furious, and he slammed the desk with his fist, and said: "I took charge of the Beijing Yamen, hoping that the traitors will disappear, the thieves will disappear, and the people will be satisfied. Who would have thought of such a wicked and treacherous fight?" People. Patrolmen in each battalion will carry out strict investigations. If there is any corpse collection team that breaks the law and riots, they will be dragged to the bustling place of the market and given three hundred lashes. Those who commit serious crimes such as robbery of property and rape of women will be found to be tied up and sent to the West Market Beheading, as an example to others.—Troubled times must use cruel methods, as long as innocent people are not killed in vain, and a wrong case is made. Otherwise, the Jingshi in the capital will not be able to maintain. Tao Gan, there is one more thing you have to do. Mr. Mei’s As soon as the funeral is over, the clerk will be appointed to move Mrs. Mei to Fengxiang. Be careful not to let Dr. Lu haunt her. She is young and beautiful, and Dr. Lu has ulterior motives, so we must guard against it."

Tao Gan agreed, and said, "My lord, outsiders say Mrs. Mei was born in a famous family. I have carefully checked the genealogy and genealogy of Mei's mansion, but I have not found out Mrs. Mei's party lineage. Her name is also from thirteen years ago. It was only filled in for the first time when I married Mr. Mei. —— Except for her name and age, I know almost nothing about it. I don’t know what this famous family’s statement is based on. Therefore, I doubt that Mrs. Mei’s background may not be noble, it is very likely On the contrary, he is the leader of the line who was sold for a huge price in the courtyard. Mr. Mei has always kept secrets about his wife's life experience, and his family is rich, so this possibility cannot be ruled out. I don't know what the master thinks about it."

Duke Di nodded and smiled, noncommittal.After pondering for a while, he turned his face and told Ma Rong: "When you watch the night and arrive at the Crescent Bridge, pay attention to see if the willow garden of He Peng's house is still lit, and find out if there are any guests visiting. When Tao Gan and I went there just now, He seems to be waiting for a guest. I don't completely rule out the possibility that he conspired with Shan Shan. If Shan Shan really went to Liuyuan to visit He Peng, you will order me to arrest both of them. I will appoint someone to find out The life experience and background of the coral. Ma Rong, why do you have a pimple on your forehead?"

Ma Rong stroked his forehead and said with an embarrassed smile: "I'm ashamed to say it. When I was waiting for Brother Qiao at the Wufu Restaurant, four rascals in the hotel were about to moles a young woman. I was about to go forward to rescue him, but I was tripped I hit the corner of the table with my forehead. When I got up, the woman beat back the four rascals by herself. I saw clearly that she used a chicken-sized iron hidden in her sleeve. Projectile." Di Gong felt amused, and said: "I heard that iron bullets can kill people, and they are the most common weapons used by heroines."

"The woman broke the arm of the leader of the rogue with one shot, and the rest of them ran around and escaped from the hotel. But, sir, I don't understand why she only carried an iron bullet. Hidden one in each sleeve, like the flying knives in the sleeves, bow left and right, making it impossible for people to dodge." "You already know that woman?" Di Gong asked. "Her name is Lanbai. She is the daughter of a puppet show artist named Yuan Yutang. She also has a twin sister named Scarlet. —— Scarlet was molested by Dr. Lu outside the government office after dinner That girl who sings. The twins are both beautiful and handsome, but the crimson one is a little cowardly."

Duke Di nodded frequently.Tell everyone to go to bed. The hourglass is pointing at Zi Chou's turn in the second half of the night.