Chapter 49: The Showdown (II)
This change came so suddenly that almost everyone, both inside and outside the hall, only had time to let out an exclamation, but they couldn't make the next action at all, and stopped this behavior. And Zhu Xuan's heart sank even more, knowing that things were not good, once Qiu Yang was killed with a knife, the case would be completely unclear.
Just when everyone thought that Qiu Yang was going to die, they only heard him suddenly cry out in pain, and his body sank down sharply, so that the knife that slashed at his throat turned into a sweep over his head, and only cut off his official hat and hair bun, making his hair fall down at once, looking embarrassed, but not really injured.
It was only at this time that someone could see clearly, but it was Yang Chen who suddenly raised his leg and swept it fiercely at this critical juncture, sweeping Qiu Yang to his knees, which saved him from the danger of this sharp blade and neck. At the same time, Yang Chen's hands suddenly reached out again, and they clasped the wrists and elbows of the person who did it like two steel tongs, making it impossible for him to make the next move, and shouted in his mouth: "Dian Li, are you going to kill people?" ”
This one who suddenly burst out and swung his knife at Qiu Yang was none other than Li Xing. At this time, he was frightened, and quickly let go of his hand, dropped the knife in his hand, and opened his mouth to defend: "I...... I was only aroused by a moment of righteous indignation, so I made a foolish move, and I hope that the adults will forgive me......"
"Take him down to the official!" Of course, Zhu Xuan couldn't believe his nonsense, everyone present could clearly feel that he was trying to kill Qiu Yang's heart just now, if Yang Chen hadn't reacted fast enough and his legs were fierce enough, I'm afraid Qiu Yang would have already become a corpse at this time.
But what is a little surprising is that even if Li Xing did such a thing, and the county commander gave another order, those officials still hesitated. Fortunately, now there are not only these officials who don't obey the orders of the officials, but in a moment, those Mongolian soldiers have pounced viciously, and in a matter of hands and feet, they pressed Li Xing, who had been controlled by Yang Chen, to the ground, making it difficult for him to break free.
And Yang Chen, after letting go, stared at Li Xing thoughtfully: "Could it be that he was the one who escaped from my hands in front of Chen's house that day?" These two knives really look similar. ”
His thoughts were quickly interrupted by a startled snap, only to hear Zhu Xuan ask angrily, "Li Xing, why did you kill him?" Are you his accomplice, and you want to kill people when you see the truth come to light? ”
"Your Excellency...... I said that I was just angry for a while, so I made a move, and I hope that the adults will see it. Li Xing, who was pressed to the ground, did not admit his crime, and still loudly exonerated himself.
But Zhu Xuan didn't pay attention to his defense, but turned his head to look at Qiu Yang again: "Qiu Yang, do you still want to shield these thieves now?" You can see, in order to protect themselves, they have all made the move to kill you directly. ”
"I'm ......" Qiu Yang, who was still kneeling on the ground, suddenly became entangled on his face. Just now, he really wanted to reveal the truth of the matter in a panic because his identity was revealed. But after experiencing this incident, he thought a little too much.
Since the other party dares to want to kill himself in the hall so unscrupulously, it shows that they are completely fearless. If he had confessed everything, would he have been able to cure the sins of these people? Don't be at that time, but put yourself and your family's lives on the line.
After thinking about it, he hesitated and opened his mouth, but he couldn't say a word, so he could only kneel there, full of anxiety and helplessness.
"Qiu Yang, are you still so stubborn?" Seeing that he was silent again, Zhu Xuan was really anxious and angry, and couldn't help but slap the startling wood again to threaten him.
At this time, Wang Ningxian, who had been only a cold bystander just now, spoke again: "Lord County, from the point of view of the following officials, there are still many doubts in this matter, how can he do such a heart-wrenching thing?" He also said that he actually colluded with the garrison in my Biguan County, so he thought of murdering adults. This...... It's too unbelievable, isn't it? Don't be a divisive plan that someone has planned in order to cause civil strife in my head, right? Your Excellency, you can't ignore this. As he spoke, his gaze glanced at Yang Chen and the others from time to time, and the target was self-evident.
And as soon as he said this, the others also chimed in: "Yes, my lord, although they keep saying that they are from Datong and are ordered by Lord Yang Yiqing, who can be sure that this is not a lie they made up?" Moreover, they are all Mongols, and their words are hard to believe. ”
"My lord, when they came to my side pass, they claimed that they were from the Tasu Department, but now in a blink of an eye, they have become the defenders of Datong again, so capricious, it is really inevitable that people will be suspicious."
"My lord, if you are not of my race, your heart will be different, and I hope that your lord will not fall for the tricks of these people......"
"You ......" Seeing that these subordinate officials actually said such words, Zhu Xuan trembled with anger, but he didn't know what to refute for a while.
At this time, a sneer suddenly came out of Yang Chen's mouth, and he looked at these people and shook his head again and again: "I really can't imagine that in this small Biguan County, there are actually many capable people, and they can say such words that turn black and white upside down, whether it is right or wrong." Have you forgotten that I mentioned a few pieces of evidence earlier? Not to mention these two assassins, there is also Master Ji who can testify to it. The two men he sent to check on the inside of the wall never returned. My lord, why don't you invite Master Ji to come out and testify? ”
"Not bad." Only then did Zhu Xuan come back to his senses: "You, go and invite Master Ji to the second hall quickly." He pointed to a miscellaneous servant outside the hall and ordered.
Compared with those officials, this one was much more obedient, and immediately walked away quickly.
After hearing this, Wang Ningxian suddenly changed color again, and he looked at Yang Chen deeply: "Who are you?" They were the only ones who revealed their identities just now, but you never told your name? Who the hell are you? ”
As he said this, everyone turned their doubtful eyes on Yang Chen. At this time, everyone had a strange feeling in their hearts, this person seemed to know themselves and others quite well, so he would often have the upper hand in the hall today. And on closer inspection, this person's appearance seems to be somewhat familiar.
Zhengde, who was outside the hall, unconsciously showed a playful smile on his face: "It's interesting now, I don't know if he dares to show his true face." If he doesn't show his true identity, he will be questioned by these people, but if he reveals his identity, I'm afraid the situation will be quite worrying. ”
Zhu Xuan didn't expect that Wang Ningxian would suddenly come to such a hand at this time, and suddenly showed a tangled and embarrassed look. Because in his opinion, Yang Chen's current identity is still not visible, but if he escapes again, it will only make the other party seize the opportunity to oppose it.
Yang Chen's brows also furrowed quickly, but soon, they relaxed. I saw him smile and say: "You are really a noble person who forgets things, can't even recognize me, a colleague who has been with me for nearly half a year?" As he spoke, he reached out and rubbed his face, and in a moment, the powder that had changed his face and shape fell in a pour, revealing his true face.
For a while, everyone in the hall opened their eyes wide, revealing a look of disbelief: "Yang ...... Jody! His name was almost called out in a trembling voice, and several shrank back in shock.
Yang Chen stood up, looking calm and fearless: "Yes, it's me Yang Chen." ”
"Bold Yang Chen, you actually dare to come back! Take him down for me! Wang Ningxian suddenly roared sharply, pointed at him and said, "It turns out that you are secretly planning all this...... My lord, this man is a serious offender who has committed several serious crimes, and his words cannot be trusted. ”
"Who dare to take me?" Yang Chen grimaced a cold face, and swept his gaze over the faces of those errand soldiers who were eager to try, and they were already so frightened that they didn't dare to step forward.
They still remember how Yang Dianshi killed several good hands and escaped after being imprisoned in the prison before, and just now they saw his lightning quick action and saved Qiu Yang, so naturally they didn't dare to risk their lives.
Zhu Xuan was puzzled, and now that Yang Chen revealed his identity, how to deal with it? After all, he's still a fugitive felon, so he can't act as if nothing happened, right?
"My lord, the lower official has a word to report to you." Yang Chen didn't pay attention to the strange gazes of Wang Ningxian and the others staring at him, but suddenly turned around and arched his hand towards Zhu Xuan.
"You...... You said. After a little hesitation, Zhu Xianling still nodded.
"In fact, Xia Guan was identified as the murderer of the Chen family early on, and he was completely framed. As for the reason, it is related to the facts of the case that I have investigated when I returned to the bias pass this time. Because Chen Zhigao's case involved a fraud case on the city wall of Guancheng, those officials who colluded with him and filled their pockets were worried that the lower officials would find out their accumulated crimes, so they would take the first action and put the charge of such a tragic case on my head! Yang Chen didn't intend to continue to hide anything at this time, so he told the truth truthfully.
As soon as these words came out, they naturally attracted the exclamations of people inside and outside the hall. Wang Ningxian's heart sank even more, but he still tried his best to refute: "Yang Chen, your so-called truth is completely fabricated. We have real evidence to prove that you were responsible for the murder that day, do you? ”
"Of course I have." Yang Chen replied without giving in: "Since this is the case, let me tell the truth of the whole matter, and see how you still quibble when the time comes!" As he said this, his gaze turned around Li Xing and Qiu Yang.