Chapter 58: Negotiations
Sun Zhengyang was stunned, this man has such a big breath! The eyes are too sharp, and the pressure is very uncomfortable......
He smiled coldly, his expression widened, "Do you think the government's handling of the case is child's play, and whoever wants to break it can do it?" β
Zhao Shu snorted coldly, his expression was more friding than his, "Lu Li is qualified." He took out the document that Lu Li was carrying on his chest and threw it in front of Sun Zhengyang.
Sun Zhengyang opened it, his face changed slightly, and he stared at Lu Li, "Are you a puppet?" β
Lu Li felt that Zhao Zhu's tone was a bit big, that is, in the modern era with all kinds of instruments and various high-end tracking methods, it was not easy to solve the case and catch the murderer in half a month, how could he dare to make such a bet?
But his friend trusted him so much, he was also a little proud, and nodded, "Yes." β
Sun Zhengyang was just curious that Lu Li could be a servant at this age, and shook his finger, "It's still not good, we have a puppet, and our skills and reputation are very good." β
It's not believing in yourself anymore.
Lu Li doesn't like to be questioned, "Adults don't believe me? β
"It's a profession that requires experience and skills, depending on your ......age," Sun Zhengyang smiled and said nothing.
Lu Li patted the edge of the table lightly, "My lord is a magistrate in the government, have you ever heard of the case of Ciguang Temple in Shanyang County?" β
"Nature." All the cases in the state and county were sent to the government for approval, and a few years ago, Shanyang County ordered a strange case with many corpses, and there were years of corpse wells, involving the ancient tomb of the princess of Nanzhao Kingdom, such a big and important case, as soon as it was presented, it was sent to him, how could he not know? And the county magistrate surnamed Huang is very good at being a person, although he is the master of the case, he is willing to share the credit with his boss, and he is very impressed by this case.
"My name is Lu Li, and I am the fiancΓ©e of King Ping." Lu Li saw that Zhao Zhengyang hadn't thought of the point yet, so he simply reminded him.
Lu ...... Oak, the fiancΓ©e of King Ping...... Lu Li! Sun Zhengyang's eyes suddenly tightened, "You are that Lu Li!" The work of dissecting the corpse and cutting out the heart! "The very capable man mentioned in the case file!
Lu Li smiled, "It's exactly below." β
Sun Zhengyang was a little hesitant. If Lu Li is just a puppet, he doesn't want to talk about it anymore, if it is a puppet who will cut out the corpse and tear out his heart, he has to take over this friendship, because the puppet under the house must be very interested, but if Lu Li is still the fiancΓ©e of King Ping...... He was a little undecided.
It's not that I'm afraid of King Ping's power, the sky is high and the emperor is far away, King Ping has been at the border, and it's difficult to interfere, his Shangguan, but there is an uncle who is a festival envoy, and he is very trusted in front of the emperor, even if he faces King Ping, there is nothing to be afraid of, he is only worried that Lu Li is a person with a background, so that there are branches, will it have an adverse impact on them.
What if the murderer is caught and it is difficult to clean up?
Seeing him hesitate, Lu Li frowned tightly, why, King Ping's fiancΓ©e has a bad reputation?
Zhao Shu glanced at Lu Li, and lowered his eyebrows a point. He pulled something out of his sleeve pocket and threw it on the table.
With a "bang", the gold medal collided with the wooden table, making a crisp sound.
The gold medal is very eye-catching, and the word 'Ping Wang' held by the four-clawed dragon is even more magnificent, obviously just a brand, but people can't help but feel awe......
Sun Zhengyang straightened his body, stared at the gold medal tightly, and almost didn't stand up, "This is ......"
Things have come to this point, no matter what, they have to go on, Lu Li put on a bright smile on his face, "My lord has been in officialdom for a long time, don't you even recognize this brand?" He took the gold medal, spun it twice, threw it into the air and caught it, like a child playing.
This is a nonchalant attitude......
Sun Zhengyang felt the need to revisit the matter.
"This matter is very important, the two of you will sit down for a while, and I will come when I go." He'll have to talk to someone.
Lu Li waved his hand, "My lord, let's go, it's just that my time is also very tight, if I can't negotiate anything, I have to use the power of this brand to pull out my friend." β
Sun Zhengyang's footsteps are a little soft, of course King Ping's power is enough to fish people out, but how could King Ping hand over his personal identity gold medal to Lu Li? Even if it's a fiancΓ©e, it's not so spoiled, right......
He soon transferred to the mansion, but Fu Yin was not there, and he found the prince Jingxing.
Jingxing is very talented, less than thirty, he is already a recognized outstanding servant in the industry, after marrying the concubine of Fu Yin's brother-in-law's family, his status is rising, he has been operating by Fu Yin's side for several years, it is no longer a simple job, not only a matter of criminal name, but also other official affairs that encounter problems, Fu Yin is also willing to chat with him, even he, the push official, is not as good as him in front of Fu Yin.
Sun Zhengyang told him in detail about Shen Wansha Lu Li, and there were three key points: people are not bad for money, and the autopsy will dissect the corpse and cut out the heart, which is very favored by King Ping.
"One thing I'm most worried about, as the fiancΓ©e of King Ping, and she has practiced some good skills at a young age, Lu Li must be a little rude and willful, and has a ridiculous sense of justice, this case can really find out the murderer in the end, if the identity of the murderer is not appropriate...... Will there be any trouble? β
Jing Xing thought for a while but smiled, "Adults think too much." β
"What do you mean by that?"
"Probably that little guy is scaring you." Jing Xing looked at the lively and jumping birds on the banyan tree in the courtyard, "Zuo...... What is the trade? If you were a prince, would you want your wife to do this? β
Sun Zhengyang suddenly brightened, "That's impossible." β
"So," Jing Xing's slender eyes narrowed, "either the brand in his hand is fake, or the king of Ping doesn't like him and wants to withdraw from him, so he uses this brand to appease him first." The weight of the gold medal is too heavy, and the coaxing is real enough, and according to the identity of King Ping, it is okay to bring a brand or not, and no one will misidentify it. According to your eyesight, you won't be unable to see the authenticity of the brand......"
Sun Zhengyang's eyes flickered and answered, "So King Ping deliberately indulged Lu Li, hoping that Lu Li would make something unusual, so that he could take the opportunity to withdraw from his family, and he didn't even have to find a reason...... King Ping will not intervene in this matter, and if things get bigger, he may reward us. β
"What my lord said is," a smile tugged at the corner of Jing Xing's lips, "But I've never seen this autopsy technique of dissecting the body and cutting out the heartβ"
He twisted his fingertips lightly, "Master Sun, promise him." β
Sun Zhengyang responded, "That is where Lord Yin is?" β
"It's not a big deal, so you don't need to trouble adults." Jingxing looked at Sun Zhengyang with a smile, "What does Master Sun think?" β
"What the gentleman said is reasonable......
The two talked about this matter for a while, and then Sun Zhengyang walked back slowly, different from when he came, he was in a good mood at the moment, thinking of the money he was going to buy, he couldn't help humming a little song.
Lu Li ordered a pot of tea and four small snacks to use with Zhao Zhu.
As soon as Sun Zhengyang left, he immediately changed his frivolous attitude, cherished the gold medal, and asked Zhao Shu to quickly put it away, "It's so useful, don't let people see it." β
Zhao Shu snorted, "Not angry? β
Lu Li's eyes fluttered a little, "You can give out 100,000 taels of silver at every turn, I can't bear it, I don't have so much money, and Shen Wansha's money doesn't blow in the wind......"
Zhao Shu put the teacup on the table and made a soft sound, "Huh? β
Lu Li hurriedly changed his words, "But the money is gone, and you can make it again!" And that Sun Zhengyang is too arrogant! Not only is he ruthless, but he doesn't listen to you, and he doubts me, I can't bear it! β
Zhao Shu looked at Lu Li's two hands up and down, felt that his hands were a little empty, silently clenched his fists, and said like a gift, "You are sensible." β
Lu Li laughed twice, and began to worry again, "But this case sounds so scary, nearly thirty Qinglou women have died in more than two years, and the government has not caught the murderer without any clues, it sounds difficult, can we find the murderer in half a month?" β
"You can."
Zhao Zhu's expression was firm and his voice was firm, and he seemed to have great confidence in him, but Lu Li was still a little weak-hearted, where did Zhao Zhu's confidence come from...... He only has a little autopsy technique, and he is not a god......
In a trance, a big hand was placed on the top of his hair and rubbed it gently, Zhao Shu's voice came along with the warmth of his palm, "You are very good, don't be presumptuous." β
Lu Li was a little moved by Zhao Zhu's serious and deep eyes, but he also wanted to ask, is this really what he is belittled? Isn't it you Zhao Zhu who is conceited and amplified?
The two were silently looking at each other, and Sun Zhengyang came back.
He took his seat with a smile, "Your deal, I agreed, but there is one condition. β
Lu Li immediately breathed a sigh of relief and agreed, "Please speak." β
"I'll send a few people for you." Sun Zhengyang smiled and said, "You are not familiar with this place when you first arrive, and it is inconvenient, my people are most familiar with Chengdu Mansion, what do you want to do." β
The words sound good, but the meaning is obvious - to spy on them. Lu Li didn't like this Jianyì, but thinking that even if Shen Wansha came out, he would also be punished, and Sun Zhengyang was probably worried that they would escape, which was reasonable.
He was about to say yes with a bitter face, but Zhao Shu spoke again, "If you don't want it, the gambling amount will rise to 200,000 taels." β
At this time, not only Lu Li was shocked, but even Sun Zhengyang was stunned, "Two hundred thousand taels? β
Zhao Shu nodded, "Two hundred thousand taels." After saying that, he added, "If you are worried that the three of us will leave, you can fortify the gates." β
Sun Zhengyang groaned.
This case is very evil, the murderer is committing the crime in this city, and he also picks the Qinglou woman who is like a cloud, but they can't find anyone. As Jingxing said, if the case is solved, it is very good, everyone has merit; If it can't be broken, and there is no ripple, they will get the money, and it will be good to whitewash the peace as before; If it can't be solved, it will also lead to a big mess β‘β‘ annoyance, and all the problems can be pushed onto the three people.
Everything is good for you, even if you don't send someone to follow. It should not be a problem to send more defenders to the city, and at the same time let them recognize their faces, and the more money the better......
Sun Zhengyang agreed after thinking clearly, "In this way, I wish you a successful start, let's write an essay." β
Zhao Shu looked at Lu Li and added, "In addition, Lu Li's involvement in the case requires the government to open the door of convenience and act expediently." β
Sun Zhengyang simply agreed, "This is natural, I will give you a token, as long as it is not from Lord Yin, you can go everywhere, and you can call it if you are on errands." β
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Watching Zhao Shu and Sun Zhengyang bargain, Lu Li opened his eyes and stared roundly, is this okay? Look at it again, in addition to the money, all aspects are beneficial to him, and he gradually admires it, Zhao Zhu's negotiation skills are full, he must be a very powerful soldier before he loses his memory!
Because of the involvement of officials and murders, the documents must not be written truthfully, so in the name of the gambling contract, he said that Lu Li was willing to make a bet deposit of 10,000 silver, betting that he could find out the murderer of the Qinglou serial case within half a month, if it can be achieved, the deposit will be returned, if it cannot be achieved, the deposit will not be returned, and 200,000 taels of silver will be added.
The imperial court officials are not allowed to gamble, but in this form of rubbing the side, as long as the parties don't say it, others won't know that Sun Zhengyang has been playing very well without any pressure.
After the writing was written, Lu Li pressed his handprint and handed over the 10,000 taels of silver tickets, "When can we pick up Shen Wansha?" β
Sun Zhengyang put away the silver ticket, wrote a note casually, and stamped it with the small seal he carried with him, "You take this, you can go to pick up people now." β
Lu Li took the note and asked, "That is, to investigate the case, I need to conduct an autopsy, investigate the scene, etc., I don't know where the morgue is, and when will it be convenient to go over?" β
"It's okay at any time, it's justβ" Sun Zhengyang's eyes flashed slightly, "The house has always been careful about the custody and verification of the corpse, and when you conduct an autopsy, he may be reluctant to leave, so I hope you will forgive me." β
Worried about him destroying corpses? Lu Li smiled, "I understand this, thank you Lord Sun." β
"The morgue is in the deepest part of the diagonal street, a row of boxy gray-walled houses, if you can't find it, ask for directions, the locals know it......"
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Chapter 58 of the main text: negotiations.