At the same time, the candlelight in the inner hall of the backyard of Zhongshan Mansion in the east of the city was dimmed.

Liu Jing, the king of the fake Zhongshan Festival, Huang Gai, Huang Chao's brothers, and the white housekeeper of Zhongshan Mansion gathered around the table to discuss countermeasures.

Huang Gai saw that the others had not spoken for a long time, so he sighed: "A wave of unevenness has risen again and again. The death of Jiang Dashun's family has not yet been investigated, and Yang Yongtai is dead again. What the hell is going on? Could it be another fourth force? ”

Although this sentence is plain, it is all the questions that surround the hearts of the other three. If they still have a trace of eyebrows about the death of Jiang Dashun's family, then the deaths of Dai Bray and Yang Yongtai are sad and have no clues. The first force refers to the He Jin forces, which are themselves; The second force refers to the Ten Permanent Servants; The third force refers to Liu Bei, specifically Liu Guanzhang; The fourth force is the unknown force that lurks in the shadows.

They discussed this for half a year, but apart from all the vendettas, they couldn't find the slightest direction to solve the case.

Liu Jing thought about it for a while, and immediately looked extremely excited, and said, "It may be the work of the Ten Standing Attendants." ”

Huang Gai said confidently: "Our spies are all over the city and outside, if the ten permanent servants enter the city, it is impossible for us not to know." ”

The butler interjected cautiously, for here he was the least of standing. "If it is said that the Ten Standing Servants killed Jiang Dashun's family in search of the Holy Decree, then why did they kill Dai Bui and Yang Yongtai? They had no idea what the decree was. ”

Huang Chao immediately replied: "We don't have Yang Yongtai, and the loss is not big." But Debrey is not one of ours, how can he be killed? Perhaps, as judged by the truth, it is suicide. ”

Huang Gai pondered: "It must be like this. Dai Bray had no relatives and no reason, and he lost his official position, and he couldn't think about it for a while, so he looked for a short view. ”

Huang Chao said: "Who killed Jiang Dashun's family?" Does Yang Yongtai's death have anything to do with Jiang Dashun? ”

As soon as these words came out, everyone was at a loss, and their breathing almost stopped. Only the candle flame dances alone.

Liu Jing thought about it again and again, and finally said, "Don't worry about this." As long as we keep an eye on Liu Bei and find the holy decree. The mission is done. When the time comes, why bother thinking about the trouble now. ”

Huang Chao denied: "King Jiewang is wrong. A small failure can lead to a real failure. At that time, let alone adding officials to knighthood, even a small life will be difficult to protect. Let's think about it again, such a headless public case always takes some effort. ”

Liu Jing asked again: "Liu Bei asked you to inquire about the housekeeper's departure from the house, do they suspect that the housekeeper did it to Jiang Dashun?" ”

Huang Chao sneered: "Of course. Jiang Dashun's family had just been demolished by the housekeeper before they died, and they were the only ones who had a grudge recently. If you don't doubt him, do you doubt me? In my opinion, doubting the housekeeper is secondary, and doubting you is Liu Bei's real purpose. ”

Liu Jing said in disbelief: "Doubt me? Why does he, Liu Bei, doubt me? ”

Huang Chao secretly thought that Liu Jing was really simple-minded and had developed limbs. Although he looks exactly the same as his brother Liu Zhi, the things in his head are very different. "Whose butler is the butler? It's you, the king of the Zhongshan Festival. Everything he does is under your control. Liu Bei asked me to check on the housekeeper's affairs, in fact, I indirectly suspected you. ”

Liu Jing said: "I didn't kill anyone, I'm afraid of something." Just let the horses come. ”

Huang Chao smiled. "You didn't kill anyone, but you ...... If it's a true destiny, naturally there is no need to be afraid. If it is indiscriminate, I am afraid that it will not be able to escape Liu Bei's sharp eyes. ”

Liu Jing said: "Are you saying that he may find out my identity?" ”

"Don't forget. Liu Bei dug out the undercover Jian Yong in Zhuocheng with only two small flails. He was also forced to let us kill him. In addition, Liu Bei has stayed with the real festival king, if you are recognized, hehe......" Huang Chao grinned and sneered when he said this. Liu Jing, who was frightened, was covered in a cold sweat, and his fat face with a smile suddenly turned cold and white. Huang Gai and the housekeeper also felt a chill.

The three of them all knew what Huang Chao didn't say: as long as Liu Bei found out his true identity, He Jin would kill people like he did with Liang Jidong.

Anyone who has done something bad is like this, and he is afraid that others will find out. What's more, the consequence of this kind of insight is the loss of life. So Liu Jing, who has always been timid, panicked: "How is this good?" Lord Huang is going to save me. ”

"Don't be nervous. I have already calculated this matter, as long as you are ruthless. Huang Chao said calmly, his tone did not change in the slightest, but his eyes looked at the housekeeper. As long as the clue is broken, even if it is a suspicion, he will have to terminate the investigation, and then you will naturally have peace of mind. ”

Liu Jing noticed Huang Chao's eyes and understood the meaning of his words. However, he was stunned.

The housekeeper was shocked and said hurriedly: "Nephew, I am your uncle." You can't do this. ”

Huang Gai felt inexplicable, the housekeeper was Liu Jing's uncle and everyone knew about it, why did he have to say it? Immediately asked, "Why is the butler so afraid?" What happened? ”

"Brother, let's go out." Huang Chao took the lead out of the back hall with an expressionless face, and although Huang Gai was puzzled, he still followed, and at the same time closed the door.

"What's wrong? Brother. ”

Huang Chao looked at his younger brother with a puzzled look, and said with a smile: "Don't ask, this matter has been resolved, let's go back." I will inform Liu Bei tomorrow morning. ”

Huang Gai followed. "Liu Bei asked us to monitor the housekeeper, how will we answer tomorrow?"

"No need to answer. The steward had committed suicide in fear. ”

Huang Gai was shocked, and finally understood the shocked look of the housekeeper just now and the words that sounded inexplicable. "Can Liu Jing do it? Are they nephews and uncles? ”

"For the throne, he even betrayed his own brother, an uncle who is not related by blood, hmph, it's not worth mentioning." Huang Chao said and quickened his pace and walked towards the inn.

》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》I'm Liu Bei.

When I woke up the next day, Zhang Fei told me that Xu Shu was waiting outside the yamen early in the morning. Immediately walked out of the house, it was already bright outside, and the sky was gray, as if it was going to rain.

Xu Shu changed his sloppy image in the past, dressed up in ordinary people's clothes, and suddenly gave people a refreshing feeling. I approached and said, "Boss Xu is dressed very energetically today, let's go, let's talk inside." ”

Xu Shu was flattered and unnaturally put on my shoulder. After coming to the side hall and sitting down, I said: "I want to ask you to temporarily take the position of county minister, and when Yang Yongtai's case is over, I will go to the state mansion and ask you to be the county minister and serve the court." I don't know what you mean? ”

Xu Shu was stunned for a moment, and then arched his hand and said happily: "Humble duty is at the command of the adult." ”

"Boss Xu is exempt." Great. In this way, with Xu Shu's help, I have one more person who can trust the lazy. Now except for Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, I am all vigilant.

Huang Chao and Huang Gai brothers walked in.

Huang Gai reported: "Oh no, my lord, the housekeeper of Zhongshan Mansion is dead." ”

I was shocked. How did you check him and he died?

****** ******

In the housekeeper's room of Zhongshan Mansion, the butler's body hung on the beam, and the stool fell aside. There is no sign of damage to the furnishings. He was about to help the stool that had fallen. I hurriedly said, "Slow, everyone go out." The second brother and the third brother stayed. ”

Huang Chao asked, "What's wrong, my lord?" ”

I laughed and said, "I know spiritism." As long as it's someone who has died unjustly, I can have a conversation with their souls. ”

Huang Chao's face showed that he was suspicious.

"Let's get out. You are not allowed to come near without my permission. ”

When Huang Chao and the others went out, the door was closed. The sight of the room suddenly dimmed. The butler's corpse hung straight in front of him, and the noise outside the house made it even more eerie.

Zhang Fei was puzzled and said, "Big brother really has such thaumaturgy? ”

Guan Yu said: "Third brother, don't worry, the eldest brother must have something to say, and let them go out if he doesn't want others to hear it." ”

I said, "Since some of them have convinced me that the butler committed suicide, then I can't let them know that I already know the mystery." ”

Guan Yu said: "Didn't the housekeeper commit suicide? Big brother just came here, and he hasn't done an autopsy yet. ”

"Third brother, go and straighten the stool."

Zhang Fei straightened the stool and couldn't help but be startled. "I see. The butler's toes were still three inches away from the stool, and at such a distance, it was impossible for the butler to kick over the stool by suicide. ”

I said, "That's not bad at all." In order to prevent the servants from discovering this, I specially ordered them to go out. ”

Guan Yu said: "Who killed the housekeeper in the realm?" ”

"It's simple. The killer must be someone from the Zhongshan Mansion, because the house is very neat, and the murderer kills the housekeeper and hangs it here, and then sets up the scene, which takes a lot of time. If the killer is someone from the outside, wouldn't it be difficult for him to do these things and leave safely without being found at all? ”

Guan Yu said: "Who is the murderer?" ”

Zhang Fei said: "I think Liu Jing, the fake king of the Zhongshan Festival, is the most suspicious. ”

I was silent and said softly: "Be quiet, if these words are heard by others, the fake king of the Zhongshan Festival will be finished." ”

Zhang Fei said: "What does this mean? ”

"Have you forgotten what I told you about Liang Jidong and Jian Yong? As long as He Jin knows that we have discovered his identity, he will definitely be killed. Now we can keep Liu Jing, we are still useful. After all, he must be pretending to be the confidant of the Ten Permanent Servants and the King of Zhongshan. With such a dual role, He Jin must be entrusted with an important task. Now we finally know this, at this time we are in the dark, they are in the light, no matter what Liu Jing does, we can deal with it freely. ”

"If he dies, He Jin will change his strategy, and then they will be in the dark and we will be in a disadvantageous position. Moreover, remember that he is the real king of the Zhongshan Festival, Liu Zhi, not Liu Jing. ”

Guan Yu said: "In this way, in order to protect Liu Jing, we must admit that the housekeeper committed suicide." And then abandon this one clue? ”