Chapter 984 - 982: Getting Scolded

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Chapter 984: Chapter 982: Getting Scolded Where there was nothing else to understand, the two of them hit it off immediately. They carried out that heinous massacre! Loo Zhiyi first found an excuse to lure Miss Huang and his own son out of the house, bribing people to kill them. He then deliberately portrayed himself as barely escaping the thieves’ den, covered in injuries. The Huang family was struck by such a tragedy, they didn’t even have time to cry, let alone think about anything else. Using this opportunity, Shopkeeper Tian bribed a servant of the Huang family. On the night when the bodies of Miss Huang and the child were brought back, after the servant administered the Bewitching Drug, he sneaked into Miss Huang’s room and found the formula for the rouge and powder. He also looted the deeds, some silver notes, and other things from the old master of the Huang family’s room. After the servant completed the task, he unexpectedly knocked the servant unconscious and left him in the courtyard, fleeing in haste. He thought the servant would surely burn to death with the Huang family, saving him the worry. Afterwards, he collaborated with Loo Zhiyi to buy the properties, especially the ancestral flower garden of the Huang family, at a low price. After dividing the Huang family’s assets, Loo Zhiyi, having benefited from his reputation, knew how to use this reputation to cover up his crimes and mourned for the Huang family for three years, gaining enough fame. After the three-year mourning period was over, he made the excuse of wanting to leave this sorrowful place and left for the Provincial Capital with half of the Huang family’s property. Not long after, he married the daughter of Administrator Guo, and soon enough, he became a Scribe in the Provincial Capital. Since they had committed such a big case together, they were naturally in the same boat. Later on, Loo Zhiyi always tried to facilitate Tian family’s business, and Shopkeeper Tian also paid considerable respect to him every year. The relationship between the two remained unbroken. Last time, when Wang Yongzhu exposed the secret about the lead powder, it was also Loo Zhiyi who settled it. However, now Loo Zhiyi cherished his reputation even more. Furthermore, after he became the Historian Officer, he naturally had more people paying him respect, and even looked down on the Tian family. Moreover, since the Tian family faced this issue that he couldn’t cover up, he knew that this matter was temporarily suppressed, but once it resurfaced, it wouldn’t end well for him. Also, he felt that Shopkeeper Tian had been holding this leverage against him for years, making him feel uneasy. Thus he said it would be the last time helping Shopkeeper Tian, and thereafter they would have no more dealings. Shopkeeper Tian knew well that Loo Zhiyi, having returned to Jing County and even promoted, looked down upon merchants like them even more. He just hoped for Loo Zhiyi’s help one more time, although he was also displeased, but given the disparity in status, he could only endure it. Unexpectedly, after finally smoothing these over, his wife and son at home exposed everything, so he didn’t bother to hide anything and confessed Loo Zhiyi’s involvement. If it was before, he would have taken all the blame to protect Loo Zhiyi in the hope that he would care for his family for his secret-keeping. But now disheartened, he developed a mentality that if he were to die, everyone else must go down with him so no one could be spared, naturally eager to drag everyone into the water. Once Shopkeeper Tian confessed, everyone was astounded. Not only the common folks outside, even Lv Wenguang and Prefect Yan felt a chill run down their spines after hearing it. Lv Wenguang quickly had Shopkeeper Tian sign and pressed his handprint, then had him locked up, instructing his trusted aides to keep watch with instructions that not even a fly should be allowed in without his permission. He also ordered someone to bring Loo Zhiyi. Given the gravity of the matter, Lv Wenguang didn’t dare to interrogate him alone. He brought all the records along with the signed confessions of Lv Wenguang and Zhang Qiuju, as well as Lady Huang’s family’s indictment, to Governor Chen. People say that shortly after Lv Wenguang entered the courtyard where Governor Chen was temporarily residing, the governor’s guards immediately headed to Loo Zhiyi’s house. It seemed they intended to have a night trial for Loo Zhiyi. Wang Yongzhu and Song Chongjin shared a look and both breathed a sigh of relief. Soon after, Gu Zikai arrived, hurriedly drank a cup of tea before he could catch his breath. It turned out he had asked the Teacher to take him to meet Loo Zhiyi. Though Loo Zhiyi didn’t know the purpose of their visit, once the Teacher subtly hinted at Gu Zikai’s identity, he became extremely hospitable, holding Gu Zikai’s hand like they were old friends. He also ordered the servants not to disturb them unless the sky fell. Gu Zikai racked his brain to spar with Loo Zhiyi all afternoon. Even when there was some commotion outside the study, they retreated due to Loo Zhiyi’s words. Until the governor’s guards came and took Loo Zhiyi away, they then heaved a sigh of relief and returned. Having listened to Wang Yongzhu and Song Chongjin recount the trial proceedings and Shopkeeper Tian’s confession. Gu Zikai couldn’t help shaking his head, "This Huang family, such a good family, was essentially ruined by these two ungrateful villains, it’s truly tragic—" Who wouldn’t agree? Among this, the Huang family is the most innocent and pitiful. They ran their business with conscience and refused to provide their money to support their son-in-law’s family without limits. Instead, it became the cause of their demise. The human heart and nature are truly lamentable! Worrying about the final outcome, everyone couldn’t sleep well all night. Early in the morning, Wang Yongzhu couldn’t wait to rush to the Du family. As soon as he got off the carriage, the old servant at the door told them that both he and his wife should go in. Wang Yongzhu figured Imperial Doctor Du must have known and, grabbing Song Chongjin, as soon as they entered, Imperial Doctor Du scolded them fiercely. He accused them of not knowing the immensity of heaven and earth, daring to meddle in such a case? Truly fearless like newborn calves! Didn’t they know one wrong move could implicate not just the Huang family, but even their own family? Wang Yongzhu pursed his lips, and he and Song Chongjin stood there obediently, allowing Imperial Doctor Du to vent his anger. It was only Lady Qi who felt sorry for them. After Imperial Doctor Du finished scolding, she comforted Wang Yongzhu, "Your master is only worried about you! He didn’t sleep a wink last night after hearing the news, fearing you’d also get involved! This matter is deep waters, with the wrong step, you could become the sacrifice between two dueling families!" "You indeed are quite bold, daring to involve yourself in such matters? Your master scolding you is good, to prevent you young and fiery youths from intervening rashly upon hearing someone’s tragic story. This time you were lucky as it’s only between the County Magistrate and the Magistrate; your master could still manage it. But what if next time he can’t?" Imperial Doctor Du and Lady Qi, one played the stern face, the other the kind, spoke making Wang Yongzhu and Song Chongjin lower their heads. The two exchanged a glance, acknowledging they had indeed been reckless. In fact, they also relied on Imperial Doctor Du’s influence; otherwise, they wouldn’t have dared to meddle. Therefore, they sincerely admitted their mistake to Imperial Doctor Du. Seeing the two genuinely recognized their error, Imperial Doctor Du finally softened, "It’s good that you realized your mistake. Be more careful with your actions henceforth!"

Chapter 984 - 982: Getting Scolded

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