Yao Chen only felt that the authority had been provoked, and couldn't help but be furious, so he threw down the red stick and asked the official to drag over the female bandit and hit the board.

"The county is respectful and slow!"

Ning Xiu hurriedly persuaded.

"Oh? Why did Ning Xiansheng prevent this official from judging the case? ”

Yao Chen's hand holding the red stick froze in the air, and his brows couldn't help frowning.

Although he admired Ning Xiu very much, his move was obviously a bit excessive, right?

"County Zun, this woman is the assassin who assassinated Uncle Xu, and she is the only one alive. What if the clue is cut off with a whimper under a major punishment? ”

"Ning Xiansheng, do you think this kind of bandit will take the initiative to confess the mastermind behind the scenes? If she didn't serve the punishment, she wouldn't tell the truth. ”

Yao Chen put on a posture of a master who has been solving the case for many years, and said with a little disdain.

Ning Xiu was also not annoyed, and said with a smile: "It doesn't matter if she opens her mouth or not......

"What did you say?"

Yao Chen didn't like to say that half was left and half was left, so he asked.

Ning Xiu paused for a moment and said loudly: "If the student didn't guess wrong, these two should be the remnants of the White Lotus!" ”

What the!

Not only Yao Chen was shocked, but even Xu Huaiyuan, Xu Zhao, and Sun Wufan were shocked.

White Lotus Sect?

The White Lotus Sect existed in all dynasties, and often gathered incense people to plot rebellion, which was not tolerated by the kings of previous dynasties.

In the Ming Dynasty, the White Lotus Sect was also very rampant.

It is said that Tang Sai'er, the head of the White Lotus Sect during the Yongle Dynasty, once gathered believers to rebel, which made the court anxious.

At first, the White Lotus Sect believed in Maitreya Buddha, but later due to the invention of the immortal 'lifeless mother', many believers converted to the lifeless mother.

It is not an easy task to get all believers to believe in a god. After all, the White Lotus Sect is extremely widely distributed, and there are sub-altars and rudders in all parts of the Ming Dynasty, which basically do not belong to each other. They are just gathering believers under the banner of the White Lotus Sect, but in fact, they all have their own thoughts.

But the 'unborn mother' did it.

Yao Chen only felt that the world was spinning for a while, and he rubbed his forehead and said, "You said that these two assassins are from the White Lotus Sect, do you have any evidence?" ”

If it is really as Ning Xiu said, these two assassins are the remnants of the White Lotus, then it will be a big problem.

"Qiqi County Venerable, this assassin was shot in the heart by a crossbow arrow before biting his tongue and committing suicide. When the student examines the wound in the back of his heart, he stumbles upon a white lotus flower on a thorn. ”

Ning Xiu said unhurriedly: "Now that the body of this assassin has been carried to the county office, if the county lord does not believe it, he can order him to be examined." ”

"Hmm."

Yao Chen replied lightly, obviously weighing what Ning Xiu said.

After a long time, he instructed one of the officials, "Go and call the servants to check the body." ”

Ning Xiu noticed that a trace of resentment flashed in the eyes of the dominatrix who had been staring at Yao County Ling with contempt, and he was even more determined in his heart.

Most of these 'couples' are from the White Lotus Sect.

If Ning Xiu guessed correctly, this dominatrix should have a similar pattern on his body. This is a way for the White Lotus Sect to identify itself, as long as the people in the sect see it, they immediately understand that it is their own person.

And because this pattern is generally pierced on the chest, back and other private parts, it is not visible at all without removing clothes, so it is difficult for outsiders to see, so it is relatively safe.

"County Zun, it's idle anyway, it's better to see if there is a white lotus on this female bandit."

Sun Wufan, who had been silent, suddenly spoke, and as soon as he spoke, he uttered an astonishing voice that almost made Yao Xianling angry to death.

"Nonsense!"

Now it's not sure that the two of them are the remnants of the White Lotus, how can they directly rip off the clothes of the female bandit?

Even if you want to pick it up, you are in prison, and if you give this order in front of everyone in the public court, isn't it unpleasant for yourself?

Sun Wufan shrank his neck and simply stopped talking.

In fact, Yao County Ling didn't want to peel off the clothes of the female bandit to see it clearly?

Looking at the handful of meat that was strangled by the rope, he knew that this person must be a plump master, and when he thought of the white flowery body, Yao Xian Ling swallowed his saliva.

But he could not do what he did. Once someone in the hall pokes the matter out, it will have a great impact on his official reputation.

The literati cherish feathers the most, and Yao Xianling still wants to continue to climb up, but he will not let the feathers be defaced.

Soon the official turned back to Ertang and reported to Yao County: "Master Hui, the man has already been inspected, and there is indeed a white lotus on the back of the male bandit!" ”

Hiss!

Yao Chen gasped.

He believes that no one will be idle and bored and tattoo a white lotus on his back, right? It seems that this person is inseparable from the White Lotus Sect.

So most of his accomplices have similar patterns on their bodies, right?

Everyone's eyes were on Yao Chen, and the eyes of the servants were full of longing, which was the salivating eyes of the beast when they saw their prey.

They couldn't wait for the county lord to immediately order the female bandit to be stripped and let them watch it refreshed.

Anyway, in the name of judging the case, there is nothing wrong with it.

Of course, Yao Chen also thinks that he is a man, and there is nothing bad about men, especially when facing such a plump stunner.

But he was also an official, and reason finally triumphed over desire.

I saw Yao Xian Ling wave his big hand and said: "Call a stable woman, take her down to check her clothes carefully, if you find a similar lotus pattern, report it to this official quickly." ”

When the officials heard this, the brilliance in their eyes disappeared immediately, and they all secretly scolded the county lord in their hearts for being a complete hypocrite, who only dared to think but did not dare to do it.

Although they scolded Yao County in their hearts, they didn't dare to show it.

Immediately two able-bodied servants lifted the dominatrix and took him down the hall.

Ning Xiu felt that it didn't matter. What's so nice about such a fat woman?

The wait was boring. Anyway, being idle is idle, so Ning Xiu closed his eyes and went through the contents of the four books he had recently reviewed.

It's only been three months since the township test, and every minute and second is precious.

After about a stick of incense, a servant came to report that after Wenpo's inspection, he found a white lotus tattooed on the buttocks of the female bandit.

Hiss!

As soon as this statement came out of the court, it was about to explode.

Those officials all looked at Yao County Ling with resentful eyes, as if complaining about why the eldest master was not considerate and sympathetic to their subordinates.

How many opportunities do soaps like them have to feast their eyes on a woman's body, or is it above board?

The white lotus is on the back buttocks, it's a pity......

Yao Xian Ling was shocked and said: "It seems that the matter is correct, these two people are the remnants of the White Lotus." The official will ask the court to execute this female bandit. ”

Yao County's decision to solve the case is cool, and the case will be closed in a moment.

Xu Huaiyuan quit. He sneered and said, "I'm afraid Bailihou's move is inappropriate, right?" Push the matter to the White Lotus Sect and it's over? ”

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Yao Chen was stunned for a moment.

Listening to Grandpa Xu's tone, this matter is not over?

He forced out a smile, and his attitude was almost humble: "Dare to ask Young Master Xu what he plans to do?" ”

Xu Huaiyuan snorted coldly and said, "It stands to reason that Baili Hou should not say anything more when he decides the case." But ......"

Xu Huaiyuan deliberately lengthened his tone and paused, and Yao Chen's heart immediately hung in his throat.

"But this matter involves the White Lotus Sect, and what is hidden behind it is probably not simple. It was too hasty for Bailihou to close the case like this. ”

Yao Xianling suddenly broke out in a cold sweat and soaked his back.

He swallowed and spat and said respectfully: "What the little grandfather said is that the prisoner will be put down and imprisoned, and ask the Fuzun to interrogate him." You see? ”

"That's it."

Xu Huaiyuan's face softened slightly: "However, Baili Hou tried this case for the first time, even if the case was transferred to the government office, he should be an observer." ”

"The lower officials understand, the lower officials understand."

Yao Chen hurriedly answered.

"Okay, Xu won't bother Yao County to handle official business. Leave! ”

Xu Huaiyuan got up suddenly and left.

Yao Chen's body was leaning back on the chair, if it weren't for his demeanor and prestige, he would have softened into a mess of mud.

He only felt as if there was a fire burning in his throat, and it was very uncomfortable to flirt with him.

After a while, Yao Chen waved his hand weakly and said, "Retreat, retreat!" ”

Ning Xiu and Sun Wufan walked out of the county government together, and chased after Xu Zhao not a few steps away.

"Two sons, please stay."

"Oh?"

Ning Xiu turned his head and smiled slightly: "Is there something wrong?" ”

"The young master of my family said, please come to the house after the trial."

Although Xu Zhao's tone of voice was very peaceful, there was a faint momentum that could not be doubted. Maybe in his subconscious, he still thinks that Young Master Xu is the top nobleman of the Ming Dynasty, and no one dares not to listen to what he says except for the emperor, the crown prince, and the princes.

Ning Xiu shook his head.

"No need."

Why is that? The young master of my family wants to sincerely thank Ning Gongzi and Sun Gongzi. ”

Xu Zhao was a little anxious and took another step forward.

"Brother Ning Xian, why don't we go for a trip, otherwise Grandpa Xu won't be able to hang it on his face."

Seeing this, Sun Wufan also persuaded Ning Xiu, and he couldn't help but give Ning Xiu a look.

Ning Xiu wanted to roll his eyes. Why doesn't this dead fat man understand the most basic truth?

The assassination of Grandpa Xu this time was a member of the White Lotus Sect, and the deeper it was involved, the more difficult it was to get out.

In Phoenix Mountain, I happened to encounter something and had to be in the middle of it, but now I have to rush into the whirlpool, isn't that stupid?

What if the people of the White Lotus Sect knew that they were the ones who saved Xu Huaiyuan and came to the door?

Ning Xiu didn't expect to be able to smash these bandits with a stone every time.

Seeing that Ning Xiu was still unmoved, Sun Wufan couldn't help but be anxious.

"Brother Ning Xian, you have something to say."

Sun Wu Fan stomped his feet angrily: "What the hell are you thinking?" ”

"Brother Sun, if you want to go, go there. Ning had to go back to Wen Shu and was lost. ”

With that, he walked away.

"Brother Ning Xian......"

Sun Wufan shook his head and sighed in frustration.

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Ning Xiu returned home and took a hot tub bath first, changed into clean clothes, and lay on the bed with his eyes closed.

Everything happened today so suddenly, so suddenly that he didn't have time to think about it.

Now calm down and analyze carefully, what Grandpa Xu said is very reasonable. Things are not as simple as they seem.

Maybe the White Lotus Sect is just a front, and there are other people behind it?

Maybe there is a more powerful person standing behind this case than Grandpa Xu?

Ning Xiu didn't dare to think about it, and he didn't want to think about it.

"Third brother, third brother."

Hearing Shiro shouting to himself, Ning Xiu opened his eyes and stood up to open the door.

As soon as he opened the door, Shiro said anxiously: "Third brother, that dead fat man is here again, and he is still pulling a man in brocade clothes, I have to say that I want to see you, I stopped him." ”

"Oh?"

Of course, Ning Xiu understood who this man in brocade clothes was. I didn't expect Grandpa Xu to visit in person, I don't know if he should be happy or helpless.

"Third brother, don't you want to see them, then I'll find an excuse to persuade them to go back. Well, just say you're not there. ”

Juro clenched his small fists and said.

Ning Xiu shook his head and said, "Although I don't want to see them, I can't see them." ”

Shiro was puzzled: "Why is this, if you don't want to see it, you won't see it." ”

Alas, Juro is still too young to understand a lot of things.

Ning Xiu has the grace to save Xu Huaiyuan's life, but it doesn't mean that he can wipe Xu Xiaogong's face at will.

He could find an excuse not to go to the mansion where Grandpa Xu lived temporarily, but it would be too much for Grandpa Xu to come to the door if he didn't see him again.

There is a degree to everything, and it is easy to say anything within this limit. But once this limit is exceeded, things will turn sour, and it will be difficult to deal with them kindly.

The clay figure still has three points of temperament, not to mention Xu Huaiyuan, who is strong in blood?

Ning Xiu felt that this little grandfather might not have begged much in his life. This time he condescended to drive to his "humble house", if he didn't see him again, maybe Xu Huaiyuan would be able to lift his roof in a rage.

"Well, I'll go meet them."

Ning Xiu sighed and walked straight towards the outside of the house.

Fortunately, Shiro did not block Xu Huaiyuan and Sun Wufan outside the gate, but invited them to the flower hall.

As soon as Ning Xiu entered the flower hall, he arched his hand at Xu Huaiyuan and said: "The little grandfather is coming, and there is a loss of welcome, and there is a loss of welcome." ”

Xu Huaiyuan said with a smile: "Speaking of Laining's friend or Xiao Ke's benevolent father, there is no need to be so polite." ”

Sun Wufan on the side was secretly surprised, Grandpa Xu is a top nobleman in the Ming Dynasty, he grew up in a honey pot since he was a child, and he never gave a good face to people with a lower status than him. But he was very kind to Ning Xiu, talking and laughing like a classmate.

Ning Xiu walked up and sat down, motioning for Shiro to ask someone to serve another pot of hot tea.

"Little Grandpa Xu is here to sing peace with Ning's poems? I have heard that Young Master Xu has written good poetry, and he should ask for advice today. ”

Ning Xiu intended to lead the topic to poetry and singing, but Xu Huaiyuan couldn't see it.

I saw him blow the tea lightly, took a sip and said, "The matter of poetry and singing can be slowed down." Xiao Ke came to ask Ning friends for advice this time, are those who assassinated Xiao Ke really from the White Lotus Sect? ”

Ning Xiu's heart sank, and he couldn't help but want to smile bitterly. Should it come or do you still want to come?

"Why did Grandpa Xu say this? The county lord had already ordered someone to inspect the female bandit's body, and there was indeed a white lotus tattooed on her buttocks. The evidence is ironclad, it must be the White Lotus Sect's doing. ”

In Ning Xiu's opinion, this matter is inseparable from the White Lotus Sect, as for whether someone is behind the layout is another matter. Even if the "couple" of the White Lotus Sect were killers hired by this hidden boss, then they were also murderers.

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