King of Song

Chapter 112 Open the skylight and speak eloquently

On the sixth day of June, the Prince of Yuhang hosted a banquet at West Lake?
This is not a problem at all, it is inconvenient for local officials to have any connection with the vassal king, but there is nothing wrong with ordinary festival banquets.

What's more, the king of Yuhang County is the uncle of the current official family, and ordinary local officials naturally have to give face to the invitation.

Su Shi was somewhat surprised. He was invited by the king of the county just after he arrived in Hangzhou.Do I have such a big face?Naturally, it was impossible not to agree, and at the same time, I was a little puzzled. It was only half a day since I came to the government office by myself, and the king of Yuhang County was really well informed.

Zheng Xie, on the other hand, was a little envious and jealous. He didn't know Zhao Zongyong's real purpose, he only said that he came for Su Shi's face.It is inevitable that I feel a little uncomfortable. I am a dignified academician, and the former governor of Kaifeng came to Hangzhou, and I have never had such a courteous reception.

Take a look at Su Shi, he is just a Jinshi Lang with some talent and fame.First, there was a huge crowd of people on the pier, scrambling to greet them, but they were almost waiting in the lanes to welcome them.Later, the county king hosted a banquet to meet the wind, this treatment is simply...

Alas, is the face of a talented person so big?

Lin Zhao also received the invitation card, and he made it clear that he was inviting all officials and well-known gentry in Hangzhou.Who would dare not give face to King Yuhang?What's more, June [-]th was regarded as a festival in ancient times, and enjoying the coolness and appreciating lotuses was an important activity, which was suitable for the time and the occasion.

Is it just that simple?At least Lin Zhao didn't think so, especially since the last time he pretended to be a big food envoy, he was a little suspicious of Yuhang County Prince's Mansion.

Although it is common for feudal lords to hold such activities, this year's Hangzhou is not peaceful. At this juncture, there is always a weirdness.There is a problem with the salt affairs in Hangzhou, and the local officials cannot escape the responsibility, so what about the clan of the vassal king?
Emperor Zhao Xuming knew that there was a problem with the Hangzhou salt affairs, but he didn't investigate with great fanfare at the beginning, but asked himself to make an unannounced visit?If the private salt dealer in Fangjia Village hadn't been killed, this matter might never have been put on the table.Why is the emperor so cautious?Just afraid of scaring the snake?The reasons for this are unavoidable.

Therefore, the West Lake Banquet on June [-]th may be tricky. You must meet and investigate before going to the banquet, and be careful.Lin Zhao wanted to hand over the matter to Su An, but he went to follow Mu Sihong's maid.

Maybe Mu Sihong really has too many thoughts on his side, and now is the time to employ people, if there is no result in a few days, this line will be temporarily abandoned.

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"The sixth day of June?" A middle-aged man in the Yuhang county government asked softly, standing with his hands behind his back against the wall.

"Yes, on the sixth day of June, Zhao Zongyong held a banquet at the West Lake. He said it was to welcome Su Shi, and he said it was to enjoy the coolness and enjoy the lotus..." Li Feng, the magistrate of Yuhang County, stood respectfully behind him, which clearly shows that this person's status is not trivial.

"What is Zhao Zongyong doing to hold a good banquet? I'm afraid it's not easy!" The man facing the wall turned around, and it turned out to be Zhao Shiju, a descendant of the great ancestor, the martial arts general.

"I heard from our people on Jinghu South Road that it is likely to start on the sixth day of the lunar new year." Li Feng replied softly.

Zhao Shiju smiled and said, "Look, I'm right! Zhao Zongyong is such a guy who wants money and life, and it's not easy to come forward to create opportunities in person!"

"It's so hasty, I'm afraid it's hard to get things done!" Li Feng sighed, seeming to be a bit contemptuous.

"The chance of success itself is not great. Now that we know it, the chance of success is equal to zero!" Zhao Shiju smiled smugly and coldly.

"We don't care whether Zhao Zongyong succeeds or not, but this is an opportunity!" Zhao Shiju's enchanting wife was also in the room, and with her fox-like sense of smell, she quickly found an opportunity.

Zhao Shiju smiled and said, "Madam is saying that Zhao Zongyong and his son are just a bunch of idiots who are blind to money. Since he works so hard, let's catch mantises and catch the oriole."

Li Fengdao: "At that time, the attention of the whole Hangzhou will be diverted to the West Lake and the canal wharf, and the city will be empty and chaotic... Then we will have an opportunity!"

"Haha, waiting for the past, the continuation is finally here." Mrs. Yaoao and Kaixin clapped their hands and said: "As long as we create some chaos and disturb their peace, we can take the opportunity to go to the palace and retrieve the treasures left by our ancestors. That's You will be amazed by the nearly hundred years of savings in the two Zhejiang and thirteen weeks."

"With these things, it will be much easier to recruit soldiers and horses, and our big event will be just around the corner!"

The three were very excited, as if they had seen the dawn of victory, they showed gratified smiles.But at this moment, someone came to report: "My lord, it's not good. Some of my subordinates are responsible for protecting the merchants from Jinghu South Road. They found someone eavesdropping in the guest house and moved their weapons."

"What?" Zhao Shiju, Li Feng, and Mrs. Yao Yao were all startled, and asked, "What's going on?"

"The merchants were discussing the shipment on the sixth day of the next month. When they found someone approaching to eavesdrop, they moved their swords with him. The eavesdropper was a woman with good martial arts, especially light kung fu. She was injured, but we didn't I can stop it."

"Woman? Where did you come from? Do you know how to keep up with them?" Zhao Shiju was a little anxious. Some things have been planned for too long, and now is a critical moment, so he must not make mistakes.

"I don't know, this woman is very good at lightness kung fu, and I haven't noticed it before. At that time, the merchants talked about the salt transportation, and their voices were relatively low. That person probably wanted to listen more carefully, but in the end he showed his flaws."

"So, these people are here for the salt?" Zhao Shiju couldn't help pondering, guessing the identity and origin of the woman.

Li Feng's reaction was quick, and he said, "Could it be someone from the official family... Su Shi or Lin Zhao?"

"It's possible, but it's also possible that they belong to Zhao Zongyong and his son. When merchants come, it's common to investigate thoroughly." Zhao Shiju also gradually calmed down.

The enchanting woman said: "Let's sum it up now, if the masterminds behind the scenes are different, what will be the consequences?"

"If it is Zhao Zongyong's person, there is no big problem. The merchants are just talking about time, and there is nothing wrong with it." Zhao Shiju said: "But if it is Su Shi or Lin Zhao's person, there will be some troubles!"

"Yeah, first of all, how did they target these merchants? We didn't notice it at all. Besides, how much do they know?" Li Feng was very worried. Obviously, the sudden appearance of eavesdroppers made them flustered. frightened.

The enchanting woman said: "If it's Lin Zhao's person, it's just right. We are worried that the behind-the-scenes drama will not be revealed on the sixth day of June. Now it's alright, Lin Zhao and the others already know about it."

"If it's just like this, naturally I didn't ask!" Zhao Shiju looked solemnly, and said: "The key is what is the purpose of this woman's stalking? Who is it for? This is the most worrying thing. Li Feng, can the previous actions be exposed? Tracked?"

"No, except for that time in Fangjia Village, it's been a long time since there was a big move. But that time it was done very secretly, and there was absolutely nothing wrong with it." Li Feng swore so strongly that people couldn't help but believe it.

"Your husband is worrying too much. It's probably just a coincidence. Lin Zhao has been in Hangzhou for so long, and he must have been investigating the problem of private salt. The emperor let him come, which proves that they have something. The whereabouts of some private salt merchants seem to be It's not difficult...so it must be aimed at Zhao Zongyong and his son."

After Mrs. Enchanting finished speaking, she also felt that her thoughts were a little fluke.

Zhao Shiju nodded lightly, and said, "I can only think so for now! I used to underestimate this kid Lin Zhao, and always thought that he would not be able to make great achievements, but I didn't expect this kid to be really talented."

"Then what should we do now?" Li Feng's expression was no longer as nervous as before, thinking about the ins and outs of this matter, and his next plan.

Zhao Shiju said: "Let's act according to the original plan, but recently we have to be [-]% energetic, we must be careful, and we can let go of any disturbance."

"Yes, General, I understand!"

"Okay, let's go first, and try to reduce unnecessary contacts these days..." Zhao Shiju suddenly regretted that he should not come to Yuhang County rashly today.

"Should the general and his wife leave secretly?" Li Feng also thought of this point. Zhao Shiju's identity is sensitive, and today's situation is special, and a little carelessness may cause trouble.

Zhao Shiju shook his head and said, "No, we came here in good faith, just leave normally, otherwise it will be more likely to arouse others' suspicion. With the relationship of family members, it is difficult for others to say anything."

"Alright, general, be careful!"

At noon, General Shenwu Zhao Shiju left the Yuhang County Yamen with his wife.They seemed to be walking casually, but there was still a bit of a dignified atmosphere, which was difficult to completely conceal.

At a nearby alley, Su An clearly saw this scene, couldn't help being startled, and then left quietly.

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"Are Mu Sihong's subordinates injured?" Su An brought back an important message, and Lin Zhao hurriedly asked.

Su An replied: "Yes, she has been following these people these days and has never been discovered. I don't want something to go wrong today."

"Do you know who it is and what it's doing?"

Su An shook his head and said: "This woman seems to have noticed that someone is following her, and she has been very careful recently. I dare not follow too close, so I can't investigate."

"Then where is she now? Can you help me!"

"No! Although she was injured, she ran away by herself!" Su An said: "I saw that she was safe and sound, so I followed those people secretly. The hard work paid off, and I found something."

"Oh?" Lin Zhao was also a little excited.

Su An said: "I found out that those people then went to another hospital, and then they had contact with the Yuhang County Government!"

"Yuhang county government office?" Lin Zhao felt that the matter became more and more interesting.

Su An said again: "My lord, do you know who I saw coming out of the county government office?"

"Who?"

"Zhao Shiju!"

"What is he doing there?" Lin Zhao was also surprised, and immediately asked.

Su An said: "I inquired about it, and said that Zhao Shiju's side wife is from Jingdong East Road, and she is from the same village as Yuhang County Magistrate Li Feng's wife, and has some contacts. But now is an extraordinary period, and his identity is also special, so I pay attention."

"Maybe it's superfluous, but it might be of great use. You did it right!" Lin Zhao said, "It seems that the water in Yuhang County is also very deep!"

"I don't know what those people do? And what is Mu Sihong's identity and what does he want to do?" Su An said: "I think Mu Sihong's subordinates will know more!"

"That's right!" Lin Zhao pondered for a moment, and said, "This is the end of the matter, it's time to open the skylight and speak out!"

(End of this chapter)