Detective Di Renjie: The Mysterious Dynasty

Chapter 395 The Fish Doesn't Take the Hook
Upon hearing that Cui Liang and the other two were detained by Zhao Ji in the Caoyun Yamen, there was an uproar in Tieshou Hall and everyone was in panic.

Among the people present, those who had some brains, such as Yuan Gui, Long Feng, Hu Yun and Yun Gu, quickly realized the seriousness of the situation.

Yuan Qi's face was as gloomy as water and he remained silent.

After a moment, Yuan Gui stepped forward and said earnestly: "Father, the other party is not friendly, the situation is urgent, we must act immediately!"

After saying this, he glanced at Long Feng and Hu Yun who were still kneeling on the ground, and continued, "Although Senior Brothers Long Feng and Hu Yun have made mistakes, we need them right now. We might as well let them make amends for their crimes and sneak into the Imperial Envoy's headquarters under the cover of night to find out the truth, which will also pave the way for subsequent actions."

Hearing this, Long Feng and Hu Yun seemed to have grasped a life-saving straw. They instantly perked up and volunteered in unison: "Master, we are willing to make amends for our crimes!"

Yun Gu and the others also breathed a sigh of relief. With the young master pleading for mercy, the matter would most likely be resolved into a minor one, and the two senior brothers and themselves would not have to be punished anymore.

However, Yuan Qi seemed to be out of the matter, turning a deaf ear to everyone's words, still frowning, with a look of ferocity and suspicion.

Everyone was startled, thinking that the clan leader had made up his mind and was determined to punish severely.

Seeing this, Yuan Gui tried to persuade him again: "Father!"

Unexpectedly, Yuan Qi interrupted him gently with a gesture, indicating that he didn't need to say more.

He put his hands behind his back, walked slowly, and said thoughtfully: "Yes, today the King of Yan came with great fanfare and looked very aggressive. He made us all scared with just a few random moves."

"I was wondering, is it because he is too young and hot-tempered, and can't keep his composure? Or is it that he did all this on purpose, intending to disturb my mind and make me reveal my true colors in a panic?"

"Ah?" Everyone looked puzzled when they heard this.

Yuan Qi took a deep breath and continued, "It seems that the King of Yan is acting drastically today, but upon closer inspection, it is all just bluffing. He has no substantial evidence!"

Long Feng, Hu Yun and others looked at each other, still confused, but Yuan Gui seemed to be thinking about something.

"Think about it, with Zhang Zhi's character, is it possible that he would betray us?" Yuan Qi suddenly turned around and glanced at everyone sharply.

Yuan Gui shook his head slowly, and he had a slight understanding in his heart: "It shouldn't be. Although Zhang Zhi has a rough temperament, he is absolutely reliable!"

Yuan Qi nodded slightly and continued, "Cui Liang, Wu Wendeng and Yang Jiucheng are indeed unreliable, but they are not fools. Will they tell the imperial envoy about the situation in Yangzhou?"

Yuan Gui's eyes lit up and he said firmly, "Of course not! Because they are already deeply involved in it. Once they speak, they will also die!"

“Cui Liang and the others have been in Yangzhou for a long time and know how powerful the Sect Master and the Iron Hand Group are. Even if they speak up, they dare not involve the Iron Hand Group, otherwise the lives of the whole family will be in danger!”

Yuan Qi smiled and nodded again: "Yes, that's the truth! Therefore, we don't have to rush!"

When everyone heard this, they suddenly understood and nodded their heads.

Yuan Gui was able to draw inferences from one instance and see the big picture from the small details: "So, we should still hold our ground and wait and see what the other party will do next. Because if we get anxious, we might fall into the trap set by the other party!"

Long Feng and the others also nodded secretly, full of admiration.

However, Yuan Qi shook his head slightly, with a sneer on his face: "That's not necessary. Yangzhou is our territory. A strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake. Why should we be led by others by the nose?"

After hearing this, Long Feng and the others were dumbfounded, and couldn't help muttering in their hearts: Didn't they say that we shouldn't be impatient, so as not to fall into a trap?

Yuan Gui was also very puzzled and asked, "What does father mean?" Yuan Qi sneered even more, with a sinister light flashing in his eyes, "Didn't he arrest Cui Liang and Wu Wendeng? Let's create some trouble for him in Yangzhou City!"

"Everyone in the governor's office has been told to make trouble for the imperial envoy. Either Wu Wendeng and Cui Liang must be released, or they will be too busy to investigate the Han Canal boat capsize!"

"If he is really stubborn and insists on making things difficult for us, we will make things worse. As a court official, I will have to report him for his reckless behavior and disturbance! When the time comes, he will have to go back to Luoyang!"

As he spoke, Yuan Qi's eyes swept towards Long Feng and Hu Yun: "Long Feng, Hu Yun, this matter is left to you! Remember, you must not reveal the whereabouts of the Iron Hand Group, and you must act in the name of the Governor's Office!"

"If anything goes wrong again, you two don't have to come back to see me!" There was a hint of murderous intent in Yuan Qi's tone.

Long Feng and Hu Yun were surprised and delighted when they heard this, and hurriedly said, "Thank you, Sect Master!"
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The Yangzhou Grain Transport Office has now been converted into the Imperial Commissioner's Office.

Cui Liang, Wu Wendeng and Yang Jiuchen were placed in three adjacent rooms respectively, and there were special people guarding the doors.

Zhang Zhi was also temporarily detained nearby, next to Zhao Ji's bedroom, so that he could respond and provide assistance as quickly as possible in the event of an accident.

The Qianniu Guards in the entire imperial envoy's office were loose on the outside but tight on the inside, setting up a dragnet and waiting for the prey to come.

However, as the moon rose to the zenith, the night grew darker and the lights in the imperial envoy's office gradually dimmed. The "uninvited guest" that Zhao Ji had been expecting never arrived.

"clang——" Zhao Ji drew out the long sword that was flashing with cold light, and then slowly put it back into the sheath.

"As expected, we should never underestimate the heroes of the world!"

He sighed, feeling slightly disappointed, and felt that no one would come tonight.

A moment later, Shen Tao and Xiao Bao came together.

Xiao Bao was the first to report: "Your Highness, in accordance with your instructions, we have arranged spies to monitor the Ying Palace and Hongtong Shop in Yangzhou City. If there is any movement, report it immediately!"

Zhao Ji nodded slightly and said, "Be careful and don't reveal your identity."

"How's the situation over there?" Zhao Ji turned to ask Shen Tao.

Shen Tao replied: "The people in the Canal Transport Office seemed to be frightened by your highness's thunderous measures. Most of them returned home obediently, and no one was unruly."

"There was only one canal guard, Wang Zhou, who was very brave. Not only did he not go home tonight, but he went to a brothel in the city..."

Cui Liang and the other two were the focus of the strategy and were detained in the mansion. As for the rest of the small fry, Zhao Ji did not restrict their freedom and just focused on tracking some of them.

Zhao Ji smiled when he heard this and instructed: "As expected, there are all kinds of birds in a big forest. Go and find out if there is any prostitute who is close to Wang Zhou and get evidence against him!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Tao immediately understood: "I obey your command!"

The prostitutes are heartless and disloyal. The prostitutes in brothels will not keep secrets for their clients and it is easy to pry open their mouths.

Once this breakthrough is found, you can follow the clues and lead to many big fish.

By the time the subordinates confess, the day will not be long before Cui Liang, Wu Wendeng and others speak out.

(End of this chapter)