Soon he was in his cell.

The predecessor has gone home to recuperate due to illness, and the current one is seconded from a neighboring county, surnamed Zhao, and is a middle-aged man in his forties.

After Zhao Yanzuo came to the cell, he was led by Du Qi to the cell where the White Lotus goddaughter bandit was held.

After discovering that the female bandit had been killed, the jailers did not move her, so the deceased remained in the same posture as when she had just died.

Zhao asked the jailer to open the cell door, and he paced into the cell and squatted down.

As a veteran who has been in the industry for many years, he has a lot of experience. Just seeing the corpse, I knew that the woman had been poisoned and died.

Then the next step is to determine what kind of poison she was poisoned and why.

These two questions are the key to testing the depth of a man's work.

Zhao Yanzuo tried hard to break the female bandit's mouth, but at this time, although the corpse was already stiff, the degree was not bad, and the mouth was still broken open by him under the force.

Immediately afterwards, he took out a small spoon from his pouch and put it under the female bandit's tongue.

At this time, all the jailers turned their backs, unwilling to see such a disgusting scene.

But for Zhao Yanzuo, these are all daily work, and he has long been accustomed to it.

He gripped the spoon and scraped it hard, then pulled it out.

I saw that the spoon was covered with food residue and smelled of blood.

Zhao Yanzuo ignored this, put his nose in front of him and sniffed. He then took a silver needle and inserted it into the food residue, which did not turn black.

"What did she eat before she died?"

Prison Boss Wu sighed and said, "It's just the things that are usually given to prisoners to eat, and others don't see any problems." ”

"Any leftovers? Take me to see it. ”

"Good!" Wu Jiaotou was anxious to wash off his involvement, so he was naturally very happy to go and check the leftovers.

"Look at the leftovers here."

Wu led Zhao Chengzuo to a cubicle, lifted the lid of the pot, and saw that there was half a pot of slimy things in the pot. It is too soft to say that it is rice, and it is too thick to say that it is rice porridge.

Zhao Yanzuo couldn't help frowning. This thing doesn't look very hygienic. Even if there was no poison in it, most of the prisoners would have to run out of stomach after eating it.

These jailers must have been greedy for money, bought wine and drunk, and made these things to deal with foolishness, right?

He reached out and scraped it in the pot, carefully examining the sticky thing for a long time.

"Poison is not in it. If the poison is in the food, it will definitely remain in the food residue under the tongue coating. But I just tried it with a silver needle and it's non-toxic. ”

When Zhao Baizuo said this, the heart hanging on the head of Wu Prison finally let go.

"And how did she get poisoned?"

"If I'm not mistaken, she had taken the poison beforehand, and now she happened to be poisoned and died."

Zhao Yanzuo took a clean white cloth, wiped his hands clean, and said lightly.

"Ah, she took the poison before? But why did it take so long for the poison to kick in? ”

Zhao raised his eyebrows and said, "What's so strange about this?" Did you know that there are many kinds of poisons in the world? Some are killed immediately after eating. Some episodes take a few days. This person should have eaten the poison in advance, but he was captured and sent to the county office, and he lost the opportunity to take the antidote. ”

Wu Prison Boss narrowed his eyes and said, "There is also an antidote?" ”

"Of course! Poison naturally has an antidote. This female bandit should have made two preparations before making a move. If you succeed in getting out, you can naturally take the antidote to resolve the poison. But if you miss and get caught, then it's better to let the poison attack. ”

Wu Prison Boss said in his heart, he didn't expect this female bandit to be quite righteous.

"Hey, hey, it's okay now. Since it was the female bandit who took the drug and poisoned herself in advance and died, it has nothing to do with us. ”

"Hmm."

Zhao Yan responded, then turned his head and walked out.

"I'm going to report to the eldest master."

"There is Lao Zhao who has done it. Another day, brothers, please drink! ”

"No need!"

Zhao Yanzuo shook his head and walked away.

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Yao Chen listened to Zhao Cheng's performance, and finally chose to believe it.

This is not because he trusts Zhao Chengzuo, but because it is in his best interest.

Originally, he was still worried that Little Grandpa Xu would hold on to this matter, but now that the female bandit is dead, the clues are broken, so he is not afraid that Little Grandpa Xu will chase and fight him.

And if Zhao Yan's statement is adopted, it can be proved that the death of the female bandit has nothing to do with the county government, which is the most appropriate.

Yao Chen made up his mind for a moment, so he sent someone to the house where Grandpa Xu lived temporarily and told him the news.

But when the messenger returned to Yao Chen, he brought back bad news. Grandpa Xu is sick and has a serious illness, and he can't afford to get sick.

Yao Chen only felt a chill down his spine, and he felt uncomfortable.

Why did the good little grandfather Xu suddenly fall ill? It can't be because he was assassinated, right?

Regardless of how Grandpa Xu got sick, he did fall ill in Jiangling County, Jingzhou Prefecture. Then he, the commander of Gangneung County, will not be able to escape the involvement.

In case Wei Guogong was angry and threw his anger on him, Yao Chen couldn't stand it.

It's fucking unlucky.

No, he can't sit idly by.

Yao Chen immediately ordered the officials to invite a famous man in the city to diagnose Grandpa Xu.

But Yao Chen's "kindness" did not bring good results, and a large group of people from Wuyang and Wuyang came to consult but were stopped by the Xu family general.

In desperation, the official had no choice but to return to the county government with these Langzhong.

Yao Chen was stunned when he heard the news. He was angry and afraid. Young Grandpa Xu's meaning is obviously dissatisfied with him, the Jiangling County Commander. Maybe Grandpa Xu has already written a letter to his family and asked someone to send it to Nanjing.

Yao Chen shuddered at the thought that what was waiting for him was most likely the anger of Wei Guogong.

The Duke of Wei was famous for protecting calves. If he knew that his baby son had been wronged in Jiangling County, he might not be able to protect his black gauze hat.

"What a good thing that is!"

Just when Yao Chen was at a loss, Master Cen Fang offered advice: "The proprietor may wish to ask the student Ning Xiu to speak on his behalf." ”

Ning Xiu?

Yao Chen's complexion softened slightly.

Although he has not been in office for a long time, he still has some impressions of this Ning Xiu.

In his impression, this person is exquisite, and it is said that he has been appreciated by Zhang Gelao, which can be described as a promising future.

The most important thing is that this person saved the life of Grandpa Xu, and the life-saving benefactor will always listen to Grandpa Xu, right?

"Quick, go and invite this Ning Xiu to this official."

Yao Xianling said excitedly like grabbing a straw after falling into the water.

"Don't worry, the proprietor, presumably this Ning Cultivator is very grateful to the proprietor."

That's right! He is the county commander of Qipin, and the official of the imperial court. And Ning Xiu is just a showman. Even if this talent is very appreciated by the big people, it is still a talent.

Now although he has asked Ning Xiu, with the identity of the teacher's parents, Ning Xiu must definitely agree.

If he treats him politely, maybe Ning Xiu will still be grateful to him, right?

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Yao Chen made up his mind for a while, and ordered someone to invite Ning Xiu to the county government to talk.

Ning Xiu gave his parents a lot of face, and he was on call without the slightest delay.

Yao County Ling and Ning Xiu talked in the back Yahua Hall, and their own servants served hot tea and snacks.

Ning Xiu only smiled slightly from beginning to end, waiting for Yao County's order to ask.

He knew that Yao County Ling would definitely not be able to hold back his first question.

Sure enough, Yao Chen coughed and said, "Xiansheng, the official heard that Grandpa Xu was seriously ill, and the official was very concerned, so he sent someone to invite Lang Zhong to treat Grandpa Xu." Who knew that after these Lang Zhong arrived, they were stopped from the gate. I think it was Grandpa Xu complaining about the official, there must be some misunderstanding in this. The official hopes that Ning Xiansheng can say one or two items on his behalf and resolve the misunderstanding. ”

Ning Xiu made a surprised expression: "What did the county lord say, Little Master Xu has never complained about you!" ”

Yao Chen's face was gloomy and uncertain, and finally he sighed: "Ning Xiansheng, this official won't say anything in front of you." What do we have to say? You were also present at the court trial that day, didn't you see that Young Master Xu was not very satisfied with the result of the official's case? ”

Ning Xiu hurriedly waved his hand and said, "Misunderstanding, the county lord misunderstood." Young Master Xu wanted to find out who was behind it, and since the female bandit had been poisoned and died, it was naturally impossible to track it down. Grandpa Xu is not unwilling to let those Lang Zhong diagnose and treat, but he is very sick. ”

Yao Chen's face softened slightly, and he said lightly: "What is the disease?" ”

Ning Xiu lowered his voice and said, "It's tuberculosis." ”

"Ahh

Rao is Yao Chen has always been calm, but he was still taken aback.

Tuberculosis is a terminal disease. Infected with tuberculosis, nine and a half out of ten people had to die, and they went to see Lord Yama. The remaining half will most likely become wasted people, coughing all day long.

"Alas, I didn't expect that Grandpa Xu would be infected with tuberculosis......"

Yao Chen sincerely sympathized with Xu Huaiyuan. Originally, such a top nobleman wanted money, wealth, status, and status, enjoying mountains of gold and silver, surrounded by beautiful women, and had no regrets in life.

But once you are infected with tuberculosis, it is equivalent to death, which is a pity for a good skin.

"So the county doesn't have to worry. Grandpa Xu isn't blaming you. ”

Yao Chen snorted, and suddenly felt that something was wrong.

This Ning Xiu not only knew that Xu Huaiyuan was infected with tuberculosis, but also knew his thoughts so clearly, he must have been in frequent contact with Grandpa Xu recently and got along for a long time.

Tuberculosis is contagious, so Ning Xiu won't be infected, right?

As soon as he thought of this, Yao Chen's eyes when he looked at Ning Xiu changed. There was a faint fear in his eyes, and his body subconsciously leaned back.

Ning Xiu was about to explode.

This Yao County order is not very good.

"The county doesn't have to worry, I also communicated with Grandpa Xu, and I wasn't there when he became ill."

Hearing this, Yao Chen's face became a little human, and he let out a long breath.

"That's good, that's good. I wonder when Grandpa Xu plans to leave for Nanjing? There are no famous doctors in Jiangling City, and it will be troublesome if you delay Grandpa Xu's medical treatment. ”

Ning Xiu said in his heart, are you afraid that Young Master Xu will die of illness in Jiangling, and Wei Guogong will come to trouble you, right?

He didn't say anything, he just shook his head and said: "Tuberculosis is difficult to treat, even if Grandpa Xu returns to Nanjing, it will be difficult to cure." Therefore, Grandpa Xu is ready to visit a famous doctor. ”

Yao Chen was surprised and said, "I don't know where Young Grandpa Xu plans to visit?" ”

In his opinion, in addition to Jingshi, there are many famous doctors in Nanjing, does Grandpa Xu know any peerless masters?

"This person is Li Shizhen Li Shenyi. If Doctor Li had been in Gangneung City a few months ago, it would have been easy to do. But Doctor Li has now gone to Wuchang, and Grandpa Xu has to go to Wuchang Mansion if he wants Doctor Li to see him. Fortunately, the student had some friendship with Doctor Li, and only said a word to the student when Doctor Li left. Otherwise, no one knows where Doctor Li has gone now. ”

Li Shizhen?

Yao Chen was stunned for a moment. Li Shizhen had already left when he came to Jiangling to take up his post, so the two did not meet each other. However, he has heard of Li Shizhen's name. This person really deserves the word miracle doctor. If there is anyone in the world who can cure tuberculosis, it must be Li Shizhen.

"Okay, okay. Grandpa Xu's auspicious people have their own natural appearance, and they will definitely turn evil into good fortune. But why don't you ask someone to bring back Doctor Li? ”

"The county respects something and doesn't know that Doctor Li has a rule that if a patient wants him to be treated, he must come to the door in person. No one is exempt. ”

Ning Xiu swallowed and spat.

"What's more, Wuchang is under the jurisdiction of the Political Division, and many rare medicinal materials can also be found, and Grandpa Xu went directly to Wuchang to save a lot of trouble. By the way, this time the students will also go to Wuchang together. ”

Yao Chen was overjoyed. Ning Xiu said that Young Master Xu was going to Wuchang to ask Li Shizhen for medical treatment, which was exactly what he wanted.

He now wishes that Xu Huaiyuan would leave Jiangling as soon as possible. As long as Xu Huaiyuan leaves Jiangling, then whether he is dead or alive has little to do with him.

Even if Xu Huaiyuan died in Wuchang, the old prince would only scold the officials of Wuchang Mansion, right?

"In this way, there will be Lao Xiansheng."

Yao Chen took a sip of tea and said lightly: "But Xiansheng should also pay more attention." After all, tuberculosis is contagious. ”

"Thank you for your advice."

Ning Xiu arched his hand and said, "If there is nothing else, the student will leave first." ”

Yao Chen flipped the lid of the teacup in acquiescence.

said that Ning Xiu left the county government and went straight to the mansion where Xu Huaiyuan lived temporarily.

As soon as he entered the courtyard, Xu Zhao leaned over and said, "How is it, then Yao County's order is credible?" ”

Ning Xiu nodded and said, "How can he not believe it if he acts so like?" What about Grandpa Xu? ”

"Oh, my young master is in the backyard, come with me."

Xu Zhao led Ning Xiu to the backyard, and saw Xu Huaiyuan dancing his sword in the yard, but he looked like he had tuberculosis?

Xu Huaiyuan finished dancing a set of swordsmanship, and when he saw Ning Xiu coming, he took a few steps forward and said, "Friend Ning, how are we doing in this play?" ”

"Now that Yao County Ling is convinced, I can't wait for Grandpa Xu to leave Jingzhou as soon as possible. But that's not enough. We need to add another fire. ”

Ning Xiu said lightly.

"Oh? Add another fire, how to add it? ”

Xu Huaiyuan asked curiously.

"Those White Lotus Sect bandits have all been killed, and it stands to reason that the mastermind behind them has made them safe. But if he hears the news that Grandpa Xu is going to leave Jiangling for Wuchang, he will definitely be moved. So we need to put the news out and wait for him on the road. I'm sure he'll show up. ”

"Hmm."

Xu Huaiyuan nodded.

Originally, he wanted to make a fuss about the female bandit, but his sudden death could only improvise and trick the mastermind behind him to appear.

For this reason, Xu Huaiyuan did not hesitate to pretend to be infected with tuberculosis and personally used it as bait!

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