Although he promised Zhu Chang to redress their grievances, after all, this case was taken by Shuntianfu, and it is really difficult for Lu Jin's subordinate county order to interfere, but it is difficult to get some relevant files to see, because he and Shuntianfu have some enmity, and the other party will not sell his face at all.

Therefore, to find out the truth of the case, the only way to find out is to find another way to investigate from another clue, such as those in the gang who had a conflict with the Qingzhu Gang before and then took action, but were able to get out of the gang after the fire.

But after two days of investigation, the result made Lu Zhen scratch his head, he sent people to look for the identity of the person described by Zhu Chang, and the news he got was that these people were gone, and since the Shangyuan Festival, these people have not appeared until the place where they have been staying, and it seems that they have left the capital.

When he learned of this result, Zhu Chang's mood became more and more nervous and depressed, the other party even took these into account, is it possible for his brother to turn over?

It was Lu Jin, but he still had a hint of an indifferent smile: "This can confirm one thing, that is, there is indeed someone behind this matter, so these guys will disappear so completely." ”

"My lord, what should I do?" Even Lin Lie seemed a little unsure of what to do at the moment: "Even this road has been cut off by them, can we really ask for relevant clues from the government?" ”

"Naturally, this is impossible. Don't say that they have a gap with me, even if they don't, this matter is related to the factory guard, and they don't dare to reveal the truth to me. Lu Zhen shook his head and said.

"So what's next?" Lin Lie was a little confused, and it seemed that there was no way out.

"Do you think these natives of the capital will really leave so obediently?" Lu Zhen suddenly asked: "They have relationships and families in the capital, as well as some famous names." But once they leave this place, what else can they do, will they be willing? ”

"That's what I said, but this is the capital where the factory guards arranged for them to leave, do they dare to disobey?"

"Naturally, they don't dare to disobey the will of the factory guard, but it is very possible to come back after leaving." Lu Zhen smiled: "Maybe not all, but it's also very possible for one or two of them to sneak back, what do you say?" ”

"The words are good, but ......" Lin Lie was still a little hesitant: "The capital is so big, how can we find someone?" ”

"This is going to be Brother Zhu, you have to come forward." Lu Zhen turned his head to look at Zhu Chang, who had been silent: "You Qingzhu Gang have been operating in the capital for many years, you can be sure to send us out of the city at the beginning, and you will definitely have the eyes and ears to find these people today, right?" ”

Zhu Chang was stunned for a moment, and then nodded: "Although our Qingzhu Gang has been suppressed, there are always some trustworthy friends who are willing to help." ”

"Then it's done, so please meet with them secretly, and let these local snakes in the capital find someone. As long as you find someone, things will be much easier. ”

"But ......" Zhu Chang was still full of worry: "Even if you find someone, is it really helpful to things?" Even if they fall into our hands, will they be honest enough to tell the truth? Moreover, even if they really say it desperately, as long as the Shuntianfu side does not accept it, we are still helpless. ”

This point has always bothered Zhu Chang, especially after he finally got Lu Jin's nod, and he could think farther away, this layer of concern became deeper and deeper.

Lu Zhen nodded in understanding, but then smiled again: "I have my own way to do this, but now is not the time to say it." That night, he didn't go to bed until before dawn, thinking about how to overturn the case for the Qingzhu Gang.

Seeing him say this, Zhu Chang naturally didn't say anything hesitating, so he agreed. After all, this is for his brother, even if he feels difficult and hopeless, he has to fight.

After he left in disguise to contact a friend, Lu Zhen stood up: "Let's go, let's go meet the bitter master." He didn't just find one way to go, but the other path was much brighter, and that was the house of the owner of the shop that had been destroyed by the fire.

After looking at this case with real care, Lu Zhen saw another layer of strangeness in this matter - the shops that were destroyed by the fire on the Shangyuan Festival that day were actually the shops that were least prone to fire: two treasure shops, two jade shops, and a pawnshop.

As the center of the world, the capital naturally gathers good things, whether it is for those favors or bribes, in addition to gold and silver, jade, antiques and treasures are the most elegant things loved by officials. As a result, there are more merchants in the capital who open these shops.

On the street where the accident occurred, there were many of these shops, and these were the ones that were burned down. This is too strange, if it is a bookstore, a restaurant or the like that is on fire, it is reasonable to say, but such a store with precious goods must be fireproof, how can it be burned down by a fire?

This question was turned a blind eye by Shuntianfu when investigating the case, but Lu Zhen would not be blind to it. So he decided to ask the owners of these burned shops about the situation first, so as to make a plan.

The status of these businessmen and shopkeepers is not low, but in front of Lu Jin, the county magistrate who has recently gained fame in the capital, they still seem very respectful and honest. Although I was left to wait for more than half an hour, there was no impatience when we met.

After they saluted, Lu Zhen smiled and said, "You don't have to be polite, please sit down and talk." Because there are some miscellaneous things to deal with in the county government, I came late, and I hope you don't have to be surprised. ”

"The adults are serious, but the grass people don't dare." Several businessmen said with a smile, but this smile was full of bitterness. No matter who has such a big disaster in their own industry, it is very uncomfortable, and there is no insurance company to settle the claim at this time.

Lu Zhen smiled, and didn't have too many greetings, so he went straight to the point: "What happened to you, as the Daxing County Order, this official really feels a little guilty. I can't imagine that the Shangyuan Festival has brought you such a disaster. ”

When he saw a few people nodding with a wry smile, he continued: "And what makes this official even more ashamed is that the Shuntian Mansion that investigated this case actually only cared about taking down the relevant suspects, but ignored your losses. ”

Seeing him speak like this, these businessmen were immediately speechless, and they didn't know how to answer. They were just merchants, and at the end of the four people, although they had some family backgrounds, they did not dare to be so direct, especially in front of another official.

Seeing their apprehensive looks, Lu Zhen smiled: "You don't have to worry, this official is not here to test you. On the contrary, this official wants to help you get justice, after all, you are the people of the court, and you have also paid taxes, and the court has its own obligation to protect you. ”

This statement is naturally nothing in the future generations. But at this time, listening to the ears of several businessmen, they were flattered for a while, and they didn't dare to say anything.

"But to do justice to you, you need your help. The official is a little puzzled, why is your shop on fire? It stands to reason that there should be precautions. Lu Jin didn't give them too much time to think about it, and immediately threw the question out.

Several people looked at each other for a moment, but they couldn't answer for a while, full of embarrassment.

"Why, but is there anything inconvenient to say?" Lu Jin's gaze swept over their faces, although there was still a smile on his face, but there was a cold taste.

At this time, Lu Jin's recent fame came into play, and a businessman finally spoke after meeting his gaze: "Actually, this matter is also very strange to the grass people, because the fire burned from the back and both sides at the same time, and it was not an accident at all. Moreover, some of the water storage containers in my store actually had problems at that time, which led to the fire. ”

One of them spoke, and the others had no worries, and responded as if they were all in the same place: "We are also ordinary, and the fire is burning from all sides at the same time, as if someone is deliberately targeting us." ”

Lu Zhen smiled hesitantly: "What about other than that?" What other strange things happened in your store before and after the fire? Did you lose something? ”

At this question, the bitter expressions on the faces of several businessmen became more and more serious, although they hadn't said anything, just looking at their faces, Lu Zhen knew that there must be something missing in their store.

"What, do you still want to hide it from your official until now?" Lu Zhen saw that they had not spoken, so he asked again.

Finally, Boss Hong of Dingyuan Pavilion couldn't help it for the first time: "Not only have I lost several treasures in the store, but even an extremely rare whole red coral that I have only recently obtained has also disappeared after the fire. ”

"Yes, a few famous paintings in my store are gone, and there is also a set of pure gold dishes left over from the Tang Dynasty......"

"I have two pieces of carved jade missing in my store, which are worth no less than 1,000 taels ......"

Several businessmen suddenly said a word, and Lu Zhen sneered in his heart, those guys are really greedy enough, and they actually took advantage of the fire to rob and take so many things. From this point of view, maybe these things are the root cause of their arson, and blaming the Qingzhu Gang is incidental.

This is a good explanation for Lu Jin's question, why with the strength of the factory guard, they would make such a big move in order to deal with a small Qingzhu Gang, it turns out that they have other more important goals.

After listening to their words, Lu Zhen asked again, "Then didn't you mention this matter to the people of Shuntianfu at that time?" ”

"The government didn't pay attention to us at all, and only said that this should also be the work of the arsonist, and we will talk about it after the facts of the case are clarified. Subsequently, people from Dongchang gave us a warning and told the grass people not to report to the official......" Boss Hong said with a bitter face.

Lu Zhen snorted coldly, only then did he understand how unscrupulous the other party was. But that's good, so things can be traced.

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