Hong Deyu's eyes scanned the words on the letter, and then he snorted with disdain, as if holding the letter in his hand had tainted him, and threw it to the butler.
"Look what's written on it!" Hong Deyu said dissatisfied.
The housekeeper quickly read the contents of the letter and his expression became worse. "Master Zeng, I don't know where I heard this. It's our Hong family who is looking for trouble. It's obviously the county magistrate who is looking for trouble. Outsiders don't know how to cause trouble." What does it have to do with our family in front of the prefect?
Mr. Zeng really shouldn't have said these words.
Besides, Futai has reaped the benefits we have gained over the years, and those people who find Mr. Futai can’t get rid of them. There is always a way to remedy the situation. ”
When the housekeeper said this, he realized that his affairs had not been dealt with completely, and immediately blamed the magistrate Zeng Ke, "Master Zeng actually scolded you in a letter for such a trivial matter. You really have a bad temper.
He also didn't want to think about how he could sit in the position of county magistrate without the late master to deal with it for him. ”
Hong Deyu was already dissatisfied with Zeng Ke, and what the housekeeper said was exactly what he meant, "He thought that the skin on his body was grown by himself! Our Hong family can replace the previous people, and we can also replace them." He, find someone more obedient.”
The steward immediately slapped the horse and said: "Yes, yes, the master is wise. With the ability of our Hong family, there is nothing that can't be said in this land of Dazhou."
"Have those people been caught?" Hong Deyu's emotions passed and he thought of practical problems.
The steward said: "It's almost time. Don't worry, we will bring those people to you at dawn tomorrow."
"I don't have time to see those people, so I'll just kill them and remember to deal with them cleanly."
"Yes yes yes."
The housekeeper knelt in front of Hong Deyu and puffed up his chest when he left the room.
The housekeeper felt that he was no different from the prime minister beside the emperor. One person was inferior to others. Who would dare to look down on him except his master?
After leaving the courtyard where Hong Deyu rested, the housekeeper immediately changed his face and scolded the steward waiting outside, asking him to find all the people sent out today.
Back in the courtyard where he lived, he showed off his power even more, and scolded his men who had received the errand today to arrest people and kill people outside, "If it weren't for the Hong family to support you, would you be able to live the good life you have now? You can't even kill a few people now, and you still have the nerve to come back!
Go out and look for them now. I don't care what method you use. I must deal with those people before I have breakfast. ”
In the Dazhou Mansion Yamen, the reception hall was lit with lights, and maids kept bringing tea and snacks to them.
"Mr. Meng, please drink tea. Please don't take it to heart about the unhappiness just now. I was woken up this late at night. I am just a human being and my brain is not awake yet."
Meng Changqing laughed twice after him, but she didn't touch the tea cup in her hand. "Since Mr. Wen said so, then don't take it to heart about the rudeness of the official just now."
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Wen Ru nodded, "It's natural, but it's just a squabble, nothing worth it."
"I just heard what you said about the Hong family. There are no Hong families in my city of Dazhou. Where did you hear about this?" Wen Ruxu took the initiative to mention the Hong family, but he was planning to fool Meng Changqing.
"Alas." Meng Changqing sighed and said, "Mr. Wen, you know in your heart whether there is a Hong family in Dazhou, and I also know in my heart." Before Wen could say this, Meng Changqing continued: "You have been in an official position for a long time, and officialdom has always been You must know better than me what kind of custom it is. Collusion between officials and businessmen has been common since ancient times, and it is nothing unusual for you.
If you had no contact with the Hong family, Dazhou would not be what it is now. We don't need to present facts to support it. Just from the results, we will know what you did in it. ”
When Wen Ruxu heard this, he simply crossed his legs and said, "Then what does Mr. Meng want to do in this? If you were ordered by the prince to take my life, you would not come in with me and sit calmly. Speak here.”
"This is natural. I don't care what happens to you in Dazhou.
But my people are in your territory, and you must return them to me intact. ”
Wen Ruxu's eyebrows twitched, "Your people have entered my territory without authorization. I am generous in not caring about their rudeness. How do I know where your people are? Where can I find people for you?"< br>
"Haha, Mr. Wen, you say I'm rude, I admit it.
But Mr. Qi from Beishan County has a serious scientific background and has always abided by etiquette. Colonel Yang is brave and intelligent and is recognized by the court. They will never be rude to you. ”
Meng Changqing added: "There are some words that I don't want to repeat many times. You know what you did, and I know exactly what you will do.
If you don't tell me secret words, I'm already giving you face by sitting here. If you continue to circle around me, believe it or not, I will tie you to the capital and let you reason with the Ministry of Punishment. ”
"Mr. Meng's confidence is only that of the few around you, but two fists are hard to beat with four hands. If we really reach the point where we can't retreat, it doesn't necessarily mean that I will be completely defeated."
Meng Changqing looked directly into Wen Ru's eyes and said slowly: "You can try, it is up to both of us to survive in the end."
Bafang stood behind Meng Changqing. He had never seen Meng Changqing be so aggressive. He couldn't understand why the young master acted like this when they clearly had no support.
What if the other party is really angered? How will it end?
Meng Changqing's expectation was good. Wen Ru gave in every step he was promised. He was not ready to fight. Meng Changqing's request was just a challenge to his majesty. So far, he has not suffered any substantial losses.
"Mr. Meng is young after all. Some trivial matters are too serious. I just want to find someone. If you talk to me, I will help you."
Wen Rushu summoned the squad leader and said in front of Meng Changqing: "Mr. Meng wants to find their Beishan County officials. You have seen Captain Zhang today. You must find him."
The squad leader looked embarrassed, "Master, where can I find someone this late at night?"
Wen Ruxu glared at him, and the squad leader immediately did not dare to say anything. After retreating, he immediately led his men out to look for someone.
He knew exactly where the pedestrian would be. (End of chapter)