Outsiders don't know about the calculations of the Zhou Palace, and Lu Jin, who has just arrived in Kaifeng, is naturally impossible for them to be wary, so early the next morning, everyone acted according to the score, and went to the grain stores in the city to buy food with the people.

In fact, it stands to reason that it is impossible for such an important person to be visited casually, but there is money to make the ghost grind, and after some trouble, Lu Zhen was still easily allowed to enter the big prison that looked a little empty, and saw those embarrassed subordinates in a cell at the end.

Several people suddenly saw their master here, and they were shocked, until they found out that he was not escorted in, and then they put their minds at ease, and Lu Fang, as the leader, was even more ashamed: "Master, the little incompetence didn't even help you with such a trivial matter, but asked you to come to save us." ”

Lu Zhen smiled and comforted: "You don't have to blame yourself so much, who would have expected such a change in this Kaifeng City?" Don't worry, I'll try to get you out. By the way, you should tell me in detail what happened to you, and see what is hidden in this. ”

Several people glanced at each other, and then Lu Fang said: "Back to my lord, when we came to Kaifeng before, everything actually went well, and we didn't pay special attention to it by the government. That is, we buy food smoothly, and the price is fair. I thought that everything could be done smoothly, but when they were transporting food and planning to rush back to Xingze, they were stopped by a group of people dressed as house slaves.

The little people argued with us, and they said that we had ulterior motives and wanted to use food as a source of trouble, and they started with us when they didn't agree. There were many of them, and the small ones couldn't resist it, so they were caught and sent to the government. ”

After hearing this, Lu Zhen couldn't help frowning slightly: "Are you saying that it wasn't the people in the government who started to take you down?" Do you know who they are? ”

"They are indeed not the tolerance of the government office, and their specific identities ......" Lu Fang shook his head a little blankly. At this time, another person on the side spoke: "Master, I remember that when we were sent to the palace, one of them once mentioned to the people in the yamen, saying that we were the people who were asked by the prince to take it, and asked them to be more careful......"

"Lord Wang......" Lu Zhen raised his eyebrows, and already knew the identity of the other party: "Is this matter actually related to the King of Zhou in this Kaifeng City?" He, a vassal king, came to get involved in such a thing? It's a pity that these subordinates in front of him can only stare at him, unable to answer.

But since there is such a clue, even if today's trip is not in vain, Lu Jinzheng nodded: "Okay, I already know the inside story." Rest assured, I'll be sure to get you out as soon as possible. Even if this matter really has something to do with King Zhou, I am not afraid! ”

If someone else said this, Lu Fang and the others would still have some doubts, but if their master said so, they would naturally believe it. His own master is a dignified and honest uncle who has won the trust of His Majesty, and he also holds the important position of the commander of the Jinyi Guard, so naturally it is not comparable to the king of a local domain. As long as he rescues him, he and the others will definitely be able to come out safely.

After reassuring everyone a few more words, Lu Zhen left the prison. However, his heart was obviously not as calm and sure as he had just spoken, and this matter involved a vassal king, and the water was deeper than he imagined.

Although some people don't understand why the dignified King Zhou would meddle in the food matter, and how deeply related it is to the various things that happened in Xingze County, it is obvious that with him in charge, it is impossible for him to go to the hard top as an ordinary businessman. Do you have to reveal your identity this time?

With full of doubts, Lu Zhen returned to his residence, and at this time he saw a lot of wheelbarrows parked in front of the courtyard gate, and some idlers were helping several subordinates carry bags of rice and noodles and other grains into it. The efficiency of these people is still quite high, and in only half a day's work, they have bought thousands of catties of food, and they have piled up every corner of the courtyard.

Seeing this, Lu Zhen smiled at first, but then, his face turned solemn again, and a faint uneasiness suddenly rose: "No, this thing is really strange!" Since the Lu side was easily noticed when they bought grain in Kaifeng City before, and then took people by taking them, wouldn't it be noticeable for us to transport grain into the courtyard with such fanfare this time? Will...... Is this simply a bait? ”

If it weren't for Lu Fang's previous story, he wouldn't have had such suspicions. But now, things don't look so simple. If the other party really made up his mind not to let the grain in Kaifeng flow out, how could he not keep an eye on it?

Thinking of this, Lu Zhen immediately waved his hand and called one of his subordinates: "What is the situation of your grain purchase today?" But do you buy it from the grain store in large quantities? Do they feel embarrassed? ”

"Back to my lord, we naturally bought the grain in the grain store at a high price. Since there is money to be made, it is impossible for those grain store merchants to push back. ”

"There's a problem!" The vigilance in Lu Jin's heart became stronger and stronger, and after frowning for a moment, he finally made a decision: "A few of you hurry up and go out and call back all the people who are still buying food outside." Then prepare, then load the grain into the car, and before the other party can react, send the grain here to Xingze first. ”

"Huh? My lord, there are only a thousand catties of grain here, and even if it is transported to Xingze, it is only a drop in the bucket......" several subordinates said with some puzzlement.

"Just do it." Lu Zhen didn't have the heart to explain more to them at this time, so he immediately ordered with a straight face.

Since Lu Dudu had said so, these subordinates naturally didn't dare to say anything, so they immediately took the order, got busy again, and carried the bags of grain that had just been unloaded from the car back onto the carriage parked in the yard, and soon filled all the carriages.

"You leave through the back door, take as many alleys as you can, and find a way to get out of the city." Lu Zhen commanded again and waved his hand.

"What about you, my lord?" Several subordinates looked at him worriedly.

"I haven't been rescued from prison yet, so I can't leave." Lu Zhen said and added in his heart, and I have to thoroughly investigate the connection between King Zhou and this matter.

Although these subordinates were a little worried about the safety of their own adults, since he had made such a decision, they could only obey their orders, and immediately escorted two carriages full of grain and left the compound through the back door.

It wasn't until they left that Lu Zhen beckoned the other two: "You go outside to see if there are any suspicious people snooping outside, if you have one, bring me in!" ”

The two good hands of the brocade guards were stunned for a moment, and then hurriedly took the order. For this kind of thing, the people of Jinyi Wei are naturally familiar with it, and after only a few moments, they turned back, and there was also a sharp-beaked monkey gills with a newly injured man on his face who was also pushed to Lu Jin.

"The master is really like a god, and there are really people out there who are secretly spying on us." After pushing the man to the ground, the two subordinates arched their hands. Because of the presence of outsiders, their names changed.

Lu Jin's eyes slipped on the man's face, and he smiled: "Tell me, who are you, why do you want to spy around my yard?" ”

Although the man suffered a little, he was not afraid of this, but said: "You are too domineering, I just circled in front of this door for a while, and you were injured for no reason, and I brought it in." What are you talking about, why don't I understand it at all? ”

"Why, do you still want to quibble after being taken down on the spot? My subordinates are not very good-tempered, and if you refuse to tell the truth again, it will not be me who talks to you in a good voice, but they will communicate with you with their fists and feet. Lu Zhen was not angry, but at this time, he obviously didn't have the heart to bother with this person, so he directly used the threat.

As he said this, several subordinates had already sneered and leaned forward, clenched their fists so loudly, and put on a posture that they were about to make a move.

The evil aura on Jin Yiwei's body is much heavier than that of ordinary people, even if there is no torture instrument in his hand, it is enough to put pressure on people, making this person's expression suddenly tighten: "You...... Don't mess around...... I, I'm doing things for the government. ”

"Why, are you finally willing to admit it? Then tell your identity, your origin, and why you are snooping here! Lu Zhen took the opportunity to ask.

was covered by his gaze, and threatened by several brocade guards, this person finally couldn't bear it, and explained everything like a bamboo tube pouring beans: "My name is Hou San, and I am the eyes and ears of this area." Today, I was ordered by the steward of the Zhou Palace's mansion to keep an eye on the buying and selling transactions of the grain shop in front of me. As a result, I found that some of you here are constantly sending large quantities of food......"

And so it was! While everyone felt admiration for Lu Jin's judgment, they lowered their heads a little ashamedly, they knew that it was their own lack of care that led people over. But Lu Zhen was a little more concerned at this time: "Can you send the news back?" ”

"Exactly, I've already asked someone to bring the news back to King Zhou's mansion." Hou San nodded admittedly, and then his waist stiffened again: "So I advise you to let me go quickly, otherwise you are afraid that you will have to add one more crime!" ”

"Damn, you kid still dare to threaten us, it's really looking for death!" A brocade guard suddenly changed color, and immediately wanted to teach him a lesson.

But at this moment, there was a sudden burst of fierce footsteps outside the courtyard, and then only a banging sound was heard, and the closed courtyard door was directly kicked open, exposing the inside and outside sides to each other's eyes!