Becoming a literary master starting from the story of Minglan

Chapter 413 Brother Analysis
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What Lei Jing actually interrogated later remains unknown.

Afterwards, the information that the various forces could obtain was that the Imperial City Guard had led a group of people to break the curfew and leave the city overnight, but they quickly returned afterwards.

According to reliable information from informants, the Imperial City Guard returned carrying a large bag. Furthermore, the Imperial City Guard's envoy went to the palace early the next morning and stayed there for a full day until nightfall before returning to the Imperial City Guard.

Only the Emperor and Lei Jing know what exactly happened.

Meanwhile, this was also the day before Grand Secretary Yu was to retire.

The outcome of this battle seems to be about to be revealed!
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Shengfu.

Because he was worried about the Yu family's affairs, Sheng Changquan returned to Zeyu Hall early on the pretext of studying for the imperial examination. Everyone in the mansion knew that Sheng Changquan was going to prepare for the imperial examination, so they did not dare to delay.

Lin Qinshuang and others from Linxi Pavilion, in particular, were unwilling to meet with Sheng Changquan because they had something to hide. Now they could only hope that the "heroes" of Lüliang Mountain would act quickly, so that they wouldn't have to live in fear and anxiety all day long.

Meanwhile, inside Zeyutang, there were already people waiting there.

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"Cousin!"

When Sheng Changquan returned to the courtyard, he immediately saw Jiang Xingzong sitting in the hall drinking tea.

"Cousin, you've arrived!" Sheng Changquan greeted.

"Master!"

Upon seeing Sheng Changquan return, Ziyuan, who was serving him, immediately bowed.

"No need for that, you can all leave now!"

Before the others, including Kikyo, could even greet him, Sheng Changquan waved to them, signaling them to go down first. Then he said to Jiang Xingzong, "Cousin, let's go into the study and talk."

"it is good!"

Jiang Xingzong didn't say much, because the matter was important, so he followed Sheng Changquan into the study, Zhiyuan Hall.

"Cousin, you're here so late, is there a result regarding that matter?"

After the two entered Zhiyuan Hall, Sheng Changquan pulled Jiang Xingzong to sit at the table, poured him a cup of tea, and asked.

"Cousin, I'm so sorry, that person..."

"The Wan family still hasn't found that person!"

Jiang Xingzong looked at his cousin with a guilty expression and said, "Brother Wan told me that he has mobilized the entire clan, but there is still no news."

"That person is probably no longer in Yuzhou!"

Sheng Changquan listened to Jiang Xingzong's account, nodded, and agreed, "That's very possible."

After he finished speaking, his expression became somewhat cryptic, as if he were pondering something.

half an hour.

"Hehe, cousin, if you didn't find it, you didn't find it. There's no need for you to feel guilty!"

Lost in thought, Sheng Changquan suddenly noticed his cousin's guilty expression. He couldn't help but smile bitterly, shake his head, and say, "Cousin, although this person is useful to me, he is not crucial."

"Besides, I never had any hope of finding out his whereabouts in the first place, so please don't blame yourself!"

Fearing Jiang Xingzong might not believe him, Sheng Changquan pointed towards the palace, implying, "After all, that guy is on the list!"

"It's understandable that we can't find it."

"above?"

Jiang Xingzong was startled!
"Cousin, those officials..."

"Ok!"

Sheng Changquan nodded and said, "Cousin, you don't know, these days the Imperial City Guards have been searching for this person like mad dogs. Compared to them, how could the Wan family possibly be any better?"

"If I'm not mistaken, either Qiu Jie has been murdered to silence him, or..." "He's fallen into the hands of the Imperial City Guard!"

"Are the Imperial City Guards also investigating Qiu Jie?" Jiang Xingzong frowned slightly. "Cousin, doesn't that mean the Imperial City Guards also know about the Wan family's actions?"

Jiang Xingzong wasn't speaking to stand up for the Wan family and question Sheng Changquan. He was just worried that this matter would implicate his cousin, so he quickly said, "Cousin, I'd better go back quickly. What if the Imperial City Guard finds out about you? Wouldn't that delay your upcoming imperial examination?"

After saying that, he hurriedly walked outside.

It seems that Jiang Xingzong wants to take all the blame for Sheng Changquan.

"Hey, cousin, don't be in such a hurry!"

Seeing this, Sheng Changquan was moved, but he didn't hesitate. He grabbed his cousin and explained, "Cousin, listen to me first. I deliberately leaked this information."

"what?"

Jiang Xingzong did not believe it.

"Cousin, don't worry, the Wan family matter was something I deliberately staged to mislead those people."

Sheng Changquan pulled Jiang Xingzong back to sit down and said, "Actually, this involves the secrets of some important figures, so I can't say it."

"But don't worry, cousin, I know the importance of this matter and I won't act recklessly!"

"Really?" Jiang Xingzong asked, half-believing. "You're really not lying to me?"

Jiang Xingzong was finally relieved after Sheng Changquan nodded repeatedly.

"If that's the case, then I can rest assured."

Jiang Xingzong thought about it and decided that he should trust his cousin. After all, he had never seen Sheng Changquan fail in anything they had known for so long.

Moreover, Sheng Changquan was a "Wenquxing" (a star associated with literature and scholarship) who had achieved the highest rank in the imperial examinations four times in a row. He believed that "Wenquxing" must have his own methods for doing things.

It must be said that this "God of Literature" still holds considerable weight in the hearts of scholars.

In fact, Jiang Xingzong cared a lot about Sheng Changquan, his younger cousin in the Sheng family.

Firstly, it was naturally because he had been taught by Aunt Wei since childhood and subconsciously accepted this relationship. Secondly, it was also because he had received many favors from her during his time studying in Bianjing.

He felt obligated to take care of his cousin, both out of courtesy and reason; otherwise, he would truly feel guilty.

Seeing that Jiang Xingzong had finally settled down, Sheng Changquan spoke again, saying, "So, cousin, you really don't need to do this."

"These are all just part of my plan."

"That……"

Jiang Xingzong hesitated, wondering whether he should ask.

"hehe!"

Sheng Changquan chuckled twice and said, "Cousin, don't worry, now is not the time to reveal this matter. I will explain it to you after the court assembly tomorrow."

"It's alright, cousin!"

Jiang Xingzong suppressed his doubts and said, "Since it's important, you don't have to tell me."

“My cousin came here mainly because he was worried that not finding that person would ruin your plans, but after hearing what you’ve said…” Jiang Xingzong paused, then continued, “As long as things haven’t gone beyond your expectations, then I’m relieved!”

At this point, Jiang Xingzong hesitated for a moment before finally asking hesitantly, "But... judging from what you've said this time, it seems you've taken advantage of the Wan family, is that right?"

"Haha, cousin, don't worry!"

Seeing the hint of reluctance and guilt on Jiang Xingzong's face, Sheng Changquan immediately understood what he meant.

"The Wan family's efforts this time have not been in vain."

After laughing a few times, Sheng Changquan said to his cousin, "Cousin, do you know why the Wan family agreed to send so many people to search for Qiu Jie?"

"You should know that although Wan Xiwen is a direct descendant of the Wan family, he is still just a junior. With his qualifications, it is impossible for him to mobilize the power of the entire family."

"This must be partly the intention of the Wan family lord."

Thank you so much for your support, Xue Ren!