Chapter 377 Everyone is mortal

"Judge Yuan."

Just when Yuan Zai felt a little confused, Xian Yuhao came behind him and patted his shoulder lightly, saying, "Someone wants to ask you a few words."

He looked in the direction pointed by Xian Yuhao and found a red-robed official standing in the darkness. He was Yang Guozhong's confidant, Yang Guanghui, the young eunuch of the Young Mansion.

Yang Guanghui had neither fame nor family background. He was promoted from a minor official of the ninth rank to the fourth rank in a few years just by flattering Yang Guozhong. It is said that he will be promoted again soon.

This man has a sinister look and a thin stature. He does not even meet the basic requirements for being an official in the Tang Dynasty. He is also timid and fawning. Court officials have always had a bad impression of him. Although he has a notorious reputation, his official position

The higher he gets, the more he waits until the atmosphere changes in the court. In this age when "fighting cocks and horses are better than studying", many people admire him and call him "the master holding the pot".

The so-called "holding the teapot" refers to Yang Guozhong, the spitting teapot. At first, this statement had a serious derogatory meaning, but now many people are flocking to it and want to learn from Yang Guanghui.

At this time, Yang Guanghui waved to Yuan Zai, as if inviting him to join in this decadent singing and dancing for peace.

Although Yuan Zai was greedy for power, he was rich in talent and had always despised a villain like Yang Guanghui. But when he thought of asking for an explanation for Wang Zhongsi's death, he hesitated for a moment and stepped forward.

"Young Master Yang, if you say that my grandfather died of illness, how can you severely punish the murderer?"

As soon as he stepped forward, Yuan Zai made his attitude clear and said: "I know what the right prime minister means. It is just to take care of the court's face, but being secretive is not the way to do it. The prosperity of the Tang Dynasty definitely did not come from hiding one's ears and stealing the bell!"

This is what officialdom is like. Although he used to rely on Yang Guozhong, once there is a conflict of interest, he must "do it right, not the person".

After saying that, he immediately looked back, looking for Xue Bai, intending to call Xue Bai over and put pressure on Yang Guozhong together. But in this moment, Xue Bai ran to nowhere.

In my ears, I heard Yang Guanghui sigh and then say: "Gongfu, have you ever thought about it, the Right Prime Minister has just ascended the throne and his footing is not yet stable. If something goes wrong at this time and someone criticizes him, the situation in the court will be in turmoil again."

Yuan Zai didn't want to hear this and was about to refute.

Yang Guanghui said again: "You are talented, and it is the right time for you to be the Prime Minister. I am not willing to let you go to the Eastern Capital. I want to keep you in the court and serve as a minister and minister of the left and right. Are you willing?"

Yuan Zai put his hands on his hands, turned his back, looked up at the moon in the sky, and said calmly: "I am not Yang Qixuan."

"Young Master misunderstood. I didn't ask you to betray your husband. But you have to think about it. Wang Zhongsi died at the hands of Nanzhao people and Ge Luofeng is already dead. What's the point of pursuing this matter?"

"An Zhi is not someone else's design."

"Do you have any evidence?" Yang Guanghui said: "If it was planned by someone else, then the other party's arrangement will obviously kill two birds with one stone. While getting rid of Wang Zhongsi, and at the same time blaming the incompetence of the right minister, it is better to calm the situation first and then investigate secretly.

Collecting evidence. It is precisely because the Right Prime Minister wants to entrust you with this matter that he intends to keep you in Chang'an as a doctor of the Ministry of Punishment or as the Secretary of Dali to take charge of this matter."

Later, he strengthened his tone and added a sentence with a hint of intimidation.

"You have to consider what the saint's attitude is towards your father-in-law. Do you have the patience to watch me make the situation worse?!"

After saying this, Yuan Zai showed his thoughts.

What Yang Guozhong gave him was the most powerful official position he could obtain at this stage. If he misses this opportunity, he may not get it again in his life.

But he, Yuan Zai, was not someone who would sell himself off easily. He mused: "Compared to matters of punishment and reputation, what I am better at is wealth."

Yang Guanghui didn't expect that he would raise the price. He was stunned for a moment, but he was not annoyed. Instead, his face showed a look of admiration. He clapped his hands and said with a smile: "I admire such ambitious young people."

Yuan Zai waved his hands reservedly, refusing to accept his words.

"Let's do this. Your original part-time job, the salt and iron transshipment commission, and the Hedong Road transshipment commission remain unchanged. I will ask the right minister to find some more part-time jobs for you." Yang Guanghui said, frowning and said: "I

To tell you the truth, I will be staying in Beidu soon, and there will be many opportunities for you and me to interact with each other."

Yuan Zai seemed a little tempted and hesitated.

Yang Guanghui gradually began to appreciate him sincerely, and added: "Let me tell you another piece of news... the saint's flower and bird envoy has given a speech due to illness. This is a good job, so you should be more considerate of it."

"Flower and Bird Envoy?"

In the court there are such as the eating envoy, the lychee envoy, and the wandering envoy. At first glance, the flower and bird envoy seems to be collecting flowers and birds for the saint.

"But I don't understand flowers and birds." Yuan Zai said.

"My lord, you are so awesome." Yang Guanghui shook his head and said with a smile: "The flower and bird envoys are not picking flowers and birds. Their job is to pick the beauties in the world. They don't care about family status, no distinction between high and low, only beauty. Anyone who is beautiful, regardless of marriage.

Or not, call the saints into the palace to enjoy it."

Yuan Zai shook his head and said, "I'm not a womanizer, so I'm not interested in this beauty."

He is not Yang Qixuan, although he occasionally envies Xue Bai for having a confidante. But his situation is different. He has a deep love with Wang Yunxiu and his wife, and they share joys and sorrows. He really never thought about attracting bees and butterflies and causing trouble to Wang Yunxiu.

At this time, he only felt that Yang Guozhong was ridiculous, and the only way to win over people was to seduce high-ranking officials and beautiful women.

"You are not good at women, so you are suitable for this position." Yang Guanghui said, "You have good vision and can control yourself. You will definitely shine in the position of flower and bird envoy and win the trust of saints. I will worship you in the future.

Look forward to it."

After hearing the four words "You can look forward to your visit," Yuan Zai's expression finally changed, and he couldn't help but reveal a confident smile.

"I understand what the right minister is thinking, but I have a better idea. Can Mr. Yang give it a try?"

"oh?"

"My father-in-law died in an assassination, and the right prime minister wanted to calm the situation." Yuan Zai said: "But the prince should stand up for my father-in-law."

"..."

After talking to Yang Guanghui, Yuan Zai thought that he had left Wang Yunxiu for too long, so he quickly turned back to look for her. The strange thing was that she did not stay beside Wang Zhongsi's body, and she did not know where she went.

When I tried to inquire with Guan Chongsi again, I found that Guan Chongsi was not there either. Only a few injured Wang family guards were sitting next to the headless corpse, describing themselves as decadent.

Further away, one can see that Guo Qianli has climbed to a high place, his body is strong and his armor is glowing golden in the moonlight.

"Young people! Your Grandpa Guo has seen you!"

Guo Qianli shouted into the dark forest, his voice echoing in the valley.

Yuan Zai sometimes envied these brainless people. Unlike him, he had too many thoughts in his life and was burdened by them. He would never live a satisfied life.

He sniffed the lingering scent of Wang Yunxiu in the air and walked in one direction.

When Wang Yunxiu left her natal family and went to Beijing with him to take the exam, there was a period when she was very poor. She couldn't afford incense and ointment, so she would go to the wild to pick flowers and bathe, always with a faint fragrance on her body. Today she

During the chase and fight, I was sweating all over, and the faint fragrance was mixed with the smell of blood.

After walking not too far, about thirty steps, there was a small col in front of us. After walking around the col, we saw the unusually tall figure of Guan Chongsi.

"Who?!" Guan Chongsi scolded and drew his sword in his hand.

"It's me." Yuan Zai said quickly, "I'm here to find my wife."

In the darkness a few steps away, Wang Yunxiu walked out, came to Yuan Zai's side, and whispered: "I'm afraid I can't catch you, so take grandpa back."

"I have convinced Yang Guozhong that I will investigate this matter secretly and never let the culprit go."

"That coward is afraid of taking responsibility and wants to make a big deal out of a big deal." Wang Yunxiu said: "I was killed by people sent by An Lushan. Can you persuade him to track down An Lushan?"

"Is there any evidence?"

"There will be."

Yuan Zai pondered and whispered: "I trust your judgment, but Yang Guozhong has no courage in his actions, so he would not dare to attack An Lushan over this matter."

"Why? Aren't they political enemies?"

"My father-in-law died in an assassination. If Yang Guozhong shows his dissatisfaction and rashly steps forward, An Lushan will bite him back." Yuan Zai pondered: "We should go to the East Palace."

Wang Yunxiu was stunned for a moment.

"In the eyes of the officials of the DPRK, they only have their own power, which is unreliable. If something really happens, only the friendship between the father-in-law and the prince can be relied upon." Yuan Zai sighed: "Let's ask the East Palace to come forward."

For him, this was the best idea. It not only suited Yang Guozhong's desire to protect himself, but also wanted to provoke An Lushan and the prince. Although he was forcing Dong Gong to use friendship, he could also take the opportunity to contact the prince and show some mercy.

It also leaves a way out; at the same time, it also satisfies Wang Yunxiu's desire to help Wang Yunxiu pursue the case to the end. It can be said that it kills three birds with one stone.

However, when Wang Yunxiu heard this, she did not agree immediately as usual, but looked back slightly.

Yuan Zai was extremely keen, and immediately turned to the dark place where she had just walked out, took a look, and said loudly: "Xue Lang, are you there? Come out."

Guan Chongsi was walking behind them. After hearing this, he scratched his head and stepped forward to block Yuan Zai's sight with his huge body, wanting to say something.

However, Yuan Zai was sure that Xue Bai was there. He took Wang Yunxiu's hand and said, "I can trust you. I know that this is not a private meeting. It must be a discussion about my father-in-law, and you should also trust me."

"It's not that I don't believe Yuan Lang, you are my husband-in-law."

While talking, Xue Bai walked out of the darkness, his footsteps rustling on the fallen leaves.

"Did the public servant just reach a tacit understanding with Yang Guanghui? Ren Yang Guozhong calmed the situation and asked the East Palace to come forward to advocate for the investigation of the case."

"I mean, Yang Guozhong is weak, so we have no choice but to ask the East Palace."

The results of these two sentences are the same, but the feelings they give people are completely different.

Xue Bai just hit Yuan Zai and said: "I am a villain and I made a mistake. I think the mastermind of Wang Jieshuai's assassination must be An Lushan, and the prisoner just now may be a witness."

"He may not confess. These thugs are completely pretending to be Nanzhao barbarians. If they rush to testify against An Lushan, the saint may not be happy." Yuan Zai first raised his concerns and then said: "But I can persuade the prince to come forward. When the time comes,

Xue Lang can try interrogating the prisoner."

"good."

Xue Bai quickly accepted Yuan Zai's proposal.

On the way back, Yuan Zai thought about Xue Bai's attitude, but still had some doubts, so he asked Wang Yunxiu: "What did you and Xue Bai talk about?"

"He is ready to attack An Lushan. This is also my grandpa's...last wish."
To be continued...