"What do you have plans for now, sir?" Wang Meng asked. After all, that's how things are now. But we still have to consider ways not to arrest these people. It's really a bit depressing.

"Hmm. Now from Liu Shan here. We got everything. Zhang Fan thought for a moment. Said. "Those books. The above is very detailed. Originally, I thought it was just a reminder of how much silver was coveted each year. How much can Liu Shan get. How much do those below get? And those people are involved. and evidence that can pull Na Meng Chong out of power.

"But Liu Shan really gave us a surprise. I don't know what I'm worried about. He wrote everything down in a clear way. It is even recorded that every official involved has a handle in his hands. How much silver each of the above officials will receive each time in each year. It's all well documented. This really surprised me. ”

"This may be the reason why Liu Shan always feels in crisis." Zhang Fan said with a smile. "He's a man. Ambition is not small. The desire for money is also very big. And the wrist is also very ruthless. But Liu Shan has a sense of crisis all the time. It's as if one wrong step will immediately fall into a place from which there will be no return. So. He's been on guard against a lot of things. As long as it can be used for yourself. He will write it down. And it's written down on paper. ”

"But now it looks like it. Liu Shan's methods are all cheaper for us. Wang Meng said.

"Isn't it? This can be regarded as a causal cycle. Zhang Fan smiled helplessly.

"But my lord. These are very important though. I admit it too. Liu Shan's caution helped us a lot. Wang Meng said with a sudden frown. But now it seems. These things are important. But in addition to helping the adults help Feng Bao to bring down Meng Chong. It's almost useless. So many offenders. Corrupt officials who bend the law cannot be beaten. Catch and can't catch. I want to catch one or two to set an example. But he is afraid that he will move his whole body. The rest of those who were not caught would also be in danger. Then do something impulsive. That's unpredictable. ”

"And. The most important thing now is ......," Zhang Fan said with a frown. “…… What His Majesty has given me will not be completed. You and I know that. In the eyes of His Majesty. Money is the most important thing. But His Majesty still has the intention of being a sage monarch. So. Even if His Majesty saw these books. I don't think he will order these people to be arrested. ”

"In that case. Your Majesty probably won't say anything. But there will always be some upset. Wang Meng also touched his chin and said. It's a problem now. This way. Officials who commit offences are not punished. They may think that the adults did not have any evidence of their crimes from Liu Shan. That's it. Liu Shanfufa may make them vigilant for a while. But human greed is not so easy to dispel. Especially these people who have tasted the benefits. They will inevitably continue to commit crimes. ”

The two fell silent. Things are really troublesome now.

"Perhaps. My lord. Maybe so. You don't think it's okay. Wang Meng said suddenly.

"Did you think of something. Come on. Zhang Fan heard that Wang Meng had a way. Hurriedly asked.

"Your Excellency. Our purpose now. It's nothing more than to help His Majesty get money. And I have to warn these officials. Wang Meng said. Perhaps we can follow what is written in the books. Let people talk to these people in private. Let them hand over the money. Warn them again. Your Excellency, look at how this goes. ”

"Hmm. The solution is a solution. But ......" Zhang Fan thought for a while. Said. “…… But that's it. I'm still worried. After all, there are no impermeable walls in this world. In case this matter is leaked out. At the same time, the officials found out, and I was not so worried. But if it is known to the people. It's going to get a big deal. To know. In case the people below knew that the imperial court had identified the corrupt officials. But if you ignore it. I'm afraid that the time comes. The folk saying is boiling, but it is clear. I'm afraid that a few more people like Liu Liu and Liu Qi will come out to make trouble. ”

These two names that Zhang Fan said. made Wang Meng's eyes tighten. He hadn't experienced it firsthand. But after entering the Jinyi Guard. Many of the dossiers he had read had these two names in them. Relative to the court ostensibly out of the public. and folklore. What is recorded in Jinyiwei's dossier is more true. At the same time, it is more bloody.

The uprising during the Zhengde period. Erupted in North Zhili. It is only a few states and counties away from the capital. Then attack Shandong. Return to the capital again. The subsequent counterinsurgency lasted two years. All the way to Dehuguang. Liu Liu and Liu Qi were defeated in Huangzhou. The boat capsized and died.

That uprising was because Emperor Zhengde at that time was young and playful. Favored eunuchs. As a result, the people are not living well. Unveiled and raised; Although the rebel army was highly disciplined. Never kill in vain. But it's not just the imperial court that's suffering. From the north to the south. It is also full of beacon fires. Appalling.

And now. Although Emperor Longqing is not a Ming monarch. Even the style is outlandish. There are a lot of quirks. But Longqing is definitely not an emperor who will make the world chaotic because of his playfulness. Although Wang Meng sympathized with the oppressed people below. But I definitely don't want to see that scene.

Things nowadays. It involves Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Fujian. Although Jiangsu and Zhejiang have always been rich. The people are also more easily satisfied. It's rare that there will be any uprisings, rebellions, and the like here. But Fujian is different. It's a place where uprisings are rife. Not so long ago. There was also a small uprising there.

"This ...... My lord. It's a poor consideration of lowly duties. Wang Meng said.

"It doesn't matter. Now it's just a matter of figuring out a way. You don't have to do it right away. But it doesn't hurt to say that. Zhang Fan waved his hand and said.

Again, silence. This time, however, the silence did not last long.

"Wang Meng. ...... you say," Zhang Fan asked suddenly. "You say. Will this person be because of his own weak heart? It was not and was not discovered by others. But because of his nervousness, he pretended to be suspicious. Try to cover up what you're doing. ”

"Hmm...... Adults say this is human nature. Wang Meng thought for a while and said. Especially those who think they're smart. It can be said that being smart is mistaken by being smart. ”

"Hmm......" Zhang Fan listened to Wang Meng's words. Didn't say anything more. Instead, sit there. It's as if I'm remembering something.

Wang Meng stood by Zhang Fan's side like this. He didn't speak. He knew that Zhang Fan must have thought of something. Coupled with the rather strange question that Zhang Fan asked him just now. It is estimated that what Zhang Fan thinks may be the solution.

For a long time. There was silence here. Over there. Zhang Fan's subordinates' search of Liu Shan's mansion has also ended. There are a lot of things that have been searched. Most of them are based on Luo Linger's explanation before leaving. It is said that there may be something mysterious in Liu Shan's bedroom. The factory guards rummaged in Liu Shan's bedroom for a long time. finally found the door of a dark room under Liu Shan's bed. A lot of things were found in it. Now it's been shipped out. As for the rest of Liu's mansion. It's usual. Nothing special.

From noon to the present. The hour is nearing the end of the unitary hour. And the work here is actually over a long time ago. The factory guards wanted to report to Zhang Fan several times. was interrupted several times by Wang Meng's gestures. Tell them not to come. so as not to disturb Zhang Fan's thinking.

Suddenly. Zhang Fan seemed to have come up with something. Pick up the ledger on your desk. Find the one with the person's name on it. Started rummaging.

Wang Meng looked at Zhang Fan quietly from the side. Now he can be sure. Zhang Fan must have thought of something.

"I see. I can't think of it. It's unexpected. The most suspicious person had nothing to do with it. "Half a day. Zhang Fan finished flipping through the account book. He said with a sigh. It's just in Zhang Fan's tone. But I didn't believe it.

"What did you see?" Wang Meng, who has been waiting for a long time. I finally couldn't help the curiosity in my heart. He asked.

"I think. I've found a way. Zhang Fan looked at Wang Meng and said with a smile. I found it. It can make those officials obediently spit out the money. And also give them a warning. And the way to not let this matter get out of the way. ”

"Your Excellency. What exactly is the way. "I found a way for Zhang Fan. Wang Meng was also very happy. He hurriedly asked.

"Heaven must not be divulged." Zhang Fan didn't answer him immediately. Instead, it was sold a pass. Said with a smile. "It's not too early today. Dinner must have been prepared at home waiting for me to go back. Nothing seems to be going on here. Let's go home. He said. Zhang Fan stood up. With a smile on his face. Walk very easily and very outside.

Wang Meng in the back looked at Zhang Fan's back with some puzzlement. I was a little puzzled. But later. He didn't think about it anymore. Pack up the basic books on the table. These things are very important. Wang Meng didn't worry about others taking it. Instead, he held himself in his arms. After the commander's men cleaned up. Bian left here with Zhang Fan.

Out of the gate of Liu's mansion. Zhang Fan was not in a hurry to get in the car. Instead, he turned around. Look at this house. It's still very quiet. Maybe it's because Liu Shan was still alive. There aren't many people here. It's still the same place as ever. But everybody knows. Now it's a place where it's truly calm.