In a small alley near Taoyuanju, a thin beggar about ten years old sneakily probed his brain at the entrance of the alley, and his little face was full of curiosity.

As a child who was adopted by the Ethereal Building two years ago, Xiao Qi is actually no stranger to the begging life, because this can be regarded as his old job, and therefore he has the opportunity to be sent out to perform tasks at such a young age.

You know, the Ethereal Building is very precious to these children.

According to the requirements of the Ethereal Building, Xiao Qi should go back to pay the errand after receiving the copper coins last night. But he's just a kid. A child means that he is curious, does not know how to prioritize, and has low self-discipline. In short, not sensible.

So he finally came out for a trip, so he simply wandered outside for the night.

This is something that the ethereal building, which has always been orderly, did not expect.

Xiao Qi wouldn't know that his unintentional actions really frightened many people, and some people even went to Lanmei Garden in the middle of the night.

I was going to go back at noon today, but when he arrived at the door of Taoyuan Residence, he happened to meet the recipient of yesterday's letter.

He was really curious about Xiao Feng.

Before coming to deliver the letter, he was curious about what kind of characters could make those big people carefully tell them one by one, and repeatedly warn them, for fear that he would be offended. Those who went out on missions before didn't have this treatment.

After meeting people yesterday, he was even more curious. Obviously he is a child about the same age as himself, why do those big people attach so much importance to him? Obviously he is dressed brightly, why does he not have the disgust and look down on himself like the young master of the rich and noble family before? Obviously, it is just a one-sided relationship, why do I feel that the young man is inexplicably familiar and friendly, and he seems to be familiar?

Suddenly, Xiao Qi felt the back of his neck tighten, and he was violently pinched by a big hand, which made him almost scream.

Yu Yi threw Xiao Qi to the ground, frowned and looked at him coldly, "Say, what are you doing here?"

Xiao Qi was timid, and said cautiously: "I...... I'll wait for your reply. ”

Yu Yi's face suddenly gloomy.

The intelligence operation of the Ethereal Building is extremely accurate and meticulous, and the distribution of tasks also pays attention to 'the matter of the day, the day is completed'. Under normal circumstances, there is no such thing as today's task being distributed yesterday.

Even if there is, it is impossible for Xiao Qi to receive it.

"That's how Master Tao taught you?" he said coldly.

Because the vast majority of the children adopted by the Ethereal House are homeless or mutilated children, and most of the previous experiences of these children are also the dark side of life. It is difficult to distinguish between good and evil, and their view of right and wrong has not yet been formed, and it is very likely that they will be influenced by it and go astray. With this in mind, the upper echelons of the Ethereal Building attached great importance to their teachings, and they were also very strict.

Of course, with the pride of the ethereal building, raising them is naturally not for profit, nor is it for any return, but simply to give these children some hope, a little hope, that their lives can be as full of vitality as other children, that's all.

Because, the people in the ethereal building unanimously felt that young people should have hope and shoulder the wind and sunshine.

Xiao Qi's face froze.

Yu Yi continued to say rigidly: "After this mission, go back and obediently copy the "Theory of Being a Man" five times, hand it over to Tao Fuzi, and then tell Tao Fuzi the truth about what happened here, and there must be no half to hide, including why he didn't go back on time yesterday. Thinking of the anxious appearance of those people who came to him last night, looking at Xiao Qi, he couldn't cry or laugh a little. The young master guessed that it was true, this kid was just playful and didn't want to go back.

"Theory of Being a Man" is an enlightenment book that teaches people how to behave in a way that does things, with a total of 6,387 words, concise and concise content, and easy to understand the truth, which is almost a must-read for teenagers' enlightenment.

Xiao Qi's little face was almost wrinkled into a bitter gourd, and he lowered his head pitifully, looking very aggrieved, but fortunately, he didn't bargain.

Yu Yi's expression softened slightly, "Then let's talk about it now, why are you probing your brain here?" Yu Yi has always been cautious, this is a habit he cultivated in his training when he was young.

Xiao Qi subconsciously glanced at the gate of Taoyuan Residence, which was already empty, and then whispered, "I...... I just happened to see that young master, and I was curious for a while......"

Yu Yi's face was a little unsightly.

He has always disliked people who are curious, and he dislikes this kind of curiosity regardless of the situation. But after all, he was just a child, and he wasn't going to be too harsh. Besides, the purpose of coming to Xiao Qi was not to ask this, this question was just by the way.

After thinking about it, Yu Yi didn't plan to waste more time here, frowned and threw the letter in his arms to Xiao Qi, and said indifferently: "I know that you didn't go back yesterday, so naturally it is impossible to receive a second task." But at the end of the day, you're going to have to go back. I don't want to go through any more trouble, so you can take this letter back with you. Also, don't have a next time in this case. ”

Xiao Qi hurriedly nodded and said yes again and again.

Yu Yi didn't want to say anything more, so he turned around and left.

Before leaving, Xiao Qi stopped him again. "That'...... Who the hell is that young master?" he mustered up his courage and said loudly.

Yu Yi glanced at him indifferently, hesitated, and said, "The person you want to see the most." ”

After saying that, he drifted away.

Xiao Qi was stunned, then came back to his senses, a little stunned.

The person you want to see the most?...... How can it be!

Inside the Taoyuan residence, Xiao Feng quietly watched a group of women dressed in fancy clothes approaching, with a completely indifferent look on his face, obviously making up his mind and preparing to watch the play from the side.

After only a few breaths, a group of people came to Xiao Feng and the others.

The leader is a middle-aged beauty with light makeup, although the charm still exists, but the overly flattering smile on her face really makes people feel no charming. Because it's too cheap. Needless to say, in the land of wind and dust, people can make people feel like this, and there is no doubt that this person is the proprietress of Taoyuan Residence.

Behind the old bustard, four young girls dressed in heavy makeup and flowery branches twisted the waist of the water snake and followed closely. The facial features of these four women are not very exquisite, but their heavy makeup and pendants that match their temperament make them look charming but not demonic, and people can't help but feel bright.

I have to admit that Taoyuan Ju is definitely a wonderful place. Just looking at Taoyuanju's ability to make full use of the girls' natural advantages to dress up and make it more charming, it shows that the owner's family is not simple. Xiao Feng sighed silently in his heart, but his face was still silent, and he couldn't see any expression.

"Oh, Mr. Li, which gust of wind blew you here? Is this for pleasure or for fun?" Before Li Yun could speak, the old bustard had already twisted the waist of the water snake and came over, waving his handkerchief and flatteringly. Suddenly, she seemed to think of something, and her tone suddenly brought a little resentment, and she sighed sadly: "It's a pity, recently, something happened to our Taoyuan residence, and it was not very peaceful. Li County's order sealed my small garden as soon as he gave the order, but he couldn't entertain Li Gongzi. Speaking of this, her tone was abrupt with some surprise, "Hey, it seems that Li Gongzi was also present that day, how could he come today? Could it be that he forgot? It's okay, it's okay." Seeing that the son is also hungry and thirsty, the little woman will make an exception today, how about giving you free of charge? ”

This change of face becomes faster than turning a book.

The point is what should be said and what should not be said, and she said it all.

The corners of Li Yun and Xiao Feng's mouths twitched. This is self-directed and self-acting......

Li Yun subconsciously set his eyes on Xiao Feng.

Xiao Feng is a mystery, and it is the kind that is all over his body, this is almost the consensus of all Xiao Feng's friends. Therefore, Li Yun didn't feel strange at all that the old bustard only noticed Li Yun and ignored Xiao Feng, a big living person.

Originally, if Xiao Feng didn't take the initiative to speak, no one would notice him, and he could sit quietly and watch the play. But Li Yun's teammate was really not very smart, so he made Xiao Feng's wishful thinking come to naught.

In the land of fireworks, which one doesn't live by looking at people's faces? At this glance, he was very keen and focused everyone's attention on Xiao Feng.

The bustard's eyes lit up. It's a matter of habit. After all, the land is mixed with wind and dust, and they are very sensitive to beauty.

She smiled in a very exaggerated tone: "Which little boy is this?, born so beautiful!" said and reached out to pull the corner of Xiao Feng's clothes.

Xiao Feng frowned and quietly hid to the side.

Li Yun was really taken aback by the bustard's actions.

The tragic situation after he was cheap is still vivid, and there is one more person in front of him who wants to repeat the mistakes of the past. It's really damn bad? This guts is also fat.

He hurriedly protected Xiao Feng behind him like a calf, in fact, to prevent the bustards from doing stupid things, "This kid, you can't move, otherwise I won't be able to protect you." ”

Joke! provoked this little ancestor, but he didn't have the courage to protect people.

Li Yun's movements were a little exaggerated, although the original intention was to protect everyone, but as long as he had a brain, what he thought of was definitely protecting Xiao Feng. And his brainless words are really more ambiguous.

Everyone was stunned, and then their faces became a little strange.

Xiao Feng's brows furrowed again. He wanted to watch the play silently on the sidelines, ask or something, and Li Yun could handle it himself. But being stirred up by Li Yun like this, he just wanted to be low-key and couldn't keep a low profile.

After a little hesitation, Xiao Feng walked to Li Yun's side generously, stood side by side with him, smiled and nodded at a few people, which was regarded as a greeting.

Since it is impossible to watch the play silently, Xiao Feng does not plan to twist and pinch it. Anyway, when dealing with Taoyuanju, it is inevitable to be a little earlier and a little later, so it is better to let them be a little mentally prepared in advance.

Xiao Feng's temperament is already peaceful, and his smile is even more like a spring breeze, and even the strange atmosphere is lost in Xiao Feng's peaceful smile.

After seeing the salute and saying hello, it was natural to talk about business.

Xiao Feng had no intention of continuing to greet them.

Raising his hand and poking Li Yun and giving him a look, Xiao Feng quietly practiced the Closed Mouth Meditation. He wants to see if Li Yun's IQ has risen or fallen after more than half a year.

Seeing this, Li Yun smiled bitterly, sure enough, he was the main one!

Although he was very reluctant to use his brains, since Xiao Feng had put on a posture of standing by and watching, Li Yun could only catch the ducks on the shelves.

The thoughts in his mind turned, Li Yun cleared his throat, and first explained the intention, "This son is not here this time, neither for the sake of the wind and snow, nor to ask for any benefits, but simply to inquire more carefully about the murder case three days ago, I hope you will cooperate!"

Xiao Feng bowed slightly in his heart, and was very satisfied with Li Yun's straightforwardness. In the land of wind and dust, which one is not a human spirit? Compared with the void and the wrong, and the polite greeting, it is actually much more useful and efficient to be as straightforward as Li Yun.

The faces of several people in the audience changed greatly.

There's no way, for ordinary people, murder or something, it doesn't have much to do with them, and it's enough to talk about it. What's more, Li Yunnai is the son of the county commander, in the eyes of the people, he came to ask, and the county magistrate himself came to ask, in fact, there is not much difference.

The old bustard swallowed his saliva and smiled at Li Yun reluctantly, obviously not expecting to eat, drink and have fun, and the rest of the things would suddenly take the mouse, and said cautiously: "Li Gongzi, if there is anything you want to know, just ask, the little woman will definitely cooperate." ”

Li Yun sighed helplessly when he saw this.

He glanced at Xiao Feng again, and seeing that Xiao Feng still didn't say anything, Li Yun was completely dead, pouted his lips as if he was fated, found a place to sit down, and asked, "On the night of Liu Jin's accident, was there anything abnormal in the garden?"

"No!" said the bustard honestly, "it was snowing that day, and there weren't many visitors, and nothing unusual happened. ”

Li Yun nodded, "What about Miss Taojun, but what's wrong?"

"Tao-kun, she stayed in the house almost all day that day, so there shouldn't be anything wrong with it. The old bustard recalled and said.

"Why do you stay in the house almost all day?" Li Yun said persistently, not wanting to give up at all.

"This....... Momo-kun was unwell that day. Li Gongzi, you know that it is not very comfortable for your daughter's house to have such a few days every month. The old bustard hesitated, but still said.

Li Yun was a little embarrassed.

"Miss Taojun lived alone before?" Xiao Feng interjected lightly at this time.

The old bustard was slightly stunned, and then nodded hurriedly.

"Oh. Xiao Feng smiled at him in a friendly manner, "Do you want to come to Miss Taojun who is very delicate, but there is no one to serve around?"

"Yes, yes. There is a little maid named Xiao Tao next to Taojun, who specializes in serving Taojun's daily life. But Taojun has always been cold and unwilling to live with others, because Xiao Tao has never lived with him. The old bustard flattered.

Xiao Feng's smile became more and more kind, "So, on the day of the crime, the little peach girl was not in Taoyuan?"

Everyone in the audience was confused, and they didn't understand Xiao Feng's purpose in asking this irrelevant question?

The same was true of the old bustard, but he nodded sincerely.

Xiao Feng smiled, with a bit of playfulness in his smile, and then said: "Thank you for solving your doubts!" I heard that Taoyuan is a fairy mansion in the world, and I have admired it for a long time, and I want to watch it in the garden later, I don't know if it can be fulfilled?"

Everyone in the audience was stunned and didn't react for a while. Does this have anything to do with the case?

The old bustard grinned at Xiao Feng, and for some reason, Li Yun actually felt that her smile was a bit far-fetched, "Of course, of course." ”

"There is labor. Xiao Feng replied with a smile, very modest and polite. After that, he stopped talking, and apparently handed over the home field to Li Yun again.

Li Yun's complexion also returned to normal at this time, and he said, "Then do you know that Liu Yan and He listened to Hong?" Although this view was rejected by Li Zhongken early on.

The old bustard glanced at Li Yun very strangely, "I know, these two people are Taojun's blue-faced confidants, and they do have a motive to kill Master Liu." But in the eyes of the little woman, with the virtue of the two of them, they would never be able to do such a thing. ”

"What do you say?" asked Li Yun very cooperatively.

The old bustard smiled incomprehensibly, looking very superior, but in an instant, he returned to his true colors, with a flattering face, "Li Gongzi, what do you think, these two people are weak scholars who are powerless, and they are shy in their pockets, they can't kill Master Liu Jin, and they don't have the money to hire a killer, even if they want to kill, they have the strength and the strength is insufficient." And," she said with a hint of disdain on her face, "even if they had the heart, they wouldn't have the guts." You can't kill a chicken, but you still kill someone?"

Li Yun's brows furrowed, he always felt that something was wrong with the bustard's words, but he couldn't tell what was wrong. I can only continue to ask: "You say that Liu Yan is powerless?" But have I heard that Liu Yan and Miss Taojun's acquaintance is a rather romantic hero to save the beauty? If it is really as you say, how should he stage a hero to save the beauty?"

"What kind of hero saves beauty?" The old bustard's face became more and more disdainful, and he sneered, "It's just that when I saw Taojun being molested, the scholar came up stupidly, didn't help anything, didn't say anything, and was beaten half to death by others, and Taojun paid a lot of money for medicine and took care of it for nearly half a month before he got better." I don't know what this girl thinks, she can fall in love for a long time in half a month? Or to a poor scholar who is useless and lacks roots. The little woman really didn't understand. ”

Li Yun was a little dumbfounded, and his face was complicated. Originally...... This big master likes to masochist! He suddenly became a little relaxed again. In this case, he doesn't have to be afraid of the revenge of the big master.

The old bustard looked at Li Yun's inexplicable change in expression, and his face was a little strange. Could it be that Li Gongzi is also a lack of roots? There doesn't seem to be such a rumor.

Xiao Feng glanced at Li Yun, smiled dumbly, and then without saying a word, he stretched out his hand and turned over.

Li Yun came back to his senses after suffering pain, glanced at Xiao Feng very aggrievedly, but did not forget the matter, and continued to ask, "What about the crane listening to Hong? Could it be that it is also a long-term relationship?"

This time, the bustard was much more cautious, and said, "This...... The little woman really doesn't know much, you still need to ask Taojun about this girl. ”

"Oh?" this time, even Xiao Feng was surprised, and looked up at the old bustard strangely.

Since the bustard didn't know, Li Yun wouldn't hold on to the bustard like a bull's horn, thought about it, raised his head and said seriously: "Then I want to see the murder scene again, and meet the person concerned by the way, can I?"

"Naturally, naturally!" the bustard nodded repeatedly, with a flattering and exaggerated smile on his face.

At this moment, Xiao Feng, who was almost ignored, suddenly spoke faintly on the side, adding: "If it's convenient, invite all the relevant personnel," his tone paused, and his words became more and more gentle, "Everything here is priceless, and there are many capable people who want to recruit them, and I want to know one or two in the future, I don't know if it can be fulfilled?"

The words were obviously gentle, but the old bustard only felt a chill rising from the bottom up along the vertebrae, and his body couldn't help but stiffen.

Seeing that the old bustard didn't answer, Xiao Feng didn't mind at all, and showed an extremely understanding smile on his face, which was even harmless to humans and animals, "It's inconvenient, then forget it." It's a shame. However, generally capable people have extraordinary means, and they should see more than ordinary people like us, which can remind the county magistrate, otherwise, it would be a pity to miss important clues. ”

The corners of Li Yun's mouth twitched, and Brother Xiao Xian began to fool people again.

The old bustard smiled, "Convenient, convenient! How can it be inconvenient?"

If the front hall of Taoyuan Ju is said to be extravagant and elegant, the attic behind it can be regarded as truly elegant: the hermit's style reveals a bit of classical poetry, even the scenery of the plum garden seems to be slightly inferior, which makes Xiao Feng can't help but sigh in his heart.

Maybe it was because the attic was too delicate and beautiful, or maybe the four god-like officials were too conspicuous, and they didn't need to talk nonsense, Xiao Feng and the others determined the destination very accurately.

Because of Li Yun's appearance, the official guarding the door did not stop him too much, but only instructed Li Yun a few words to prevent this unruly young master from destroying the scene.

In this regard, Li Yun naturally nodded again and again to assure, and he didn't have the temper of being the son of the county commander at all.

Walking around the attic, the group soon reached the fourth floor.

On the fourth floor, there are only four rooms connected by the front hall, which are the study, the bedroom, the music room, and the bathroom. This alone shows the meticulousness and thoughtfulness of Taoyuan Ju. The overall arrangement is also extremely elegant, although it is far less luxurious than the hall, but it makes people feel comfortable.

Under the leadership of the old bustard, several people turned straight into the study on the left.

The layout of the study is very simple, obviously just for show.

Xiao Feng habitually looked around.

The first thing you see at the entrance is a row of jujube-colored pear wood shelves, on which many delicate objects are placed, which are not masterpieces, but they are exquisite and pleasing to the eye. On the left side of the room was a wooden desk, and in the corner there was a row of bookshelves, on which only a few books were placed. There were a lot of papers scattered around the desk, some scattered on the table, and some had fallen to the ground, which contrasted with the messy bloodstains, and even showed an inexplicable gloom. To the right of the desk is a window, just a few steps away. At this time, the window is ajar, and from time to time the wind blows the paper into a crumpl.

Xiao Feng narrowed his eyes slightly, turned around and smiled politely at the old bustard, "May I ask when Miss Taojun will arrive?" I heard Brother Li say that she is a big beauty. ”

He said very seriously, without hiding his curiosity at all, his big eyes blinked, very harmless to humans and animals, it seemed that the purpose of his coming this time was really just to see the beauty.

The old bustard was slightly stunned, and then flattered: "Then the little woman is going to urge again?"

"Thank you!" Xiao Feng smiled lightly.

Seeing the old bustard leave, as soon as Xiao Feng turned around, he saw a face smiling very obscenely, and couldn't help but be stunned, and said strangely: "Brother Li, what are you stimulated?"

Li Yun smiled very proudly, but he didn't give birth to a long beard, so the old man smiled with relief, "It's rare for a virtuous brother to have this realization! ”

Xiao Feng reacted immediately. Today's drama is ...... It's strange that Li Yun doesn't tease himself.

Glancing at Li Yun with a smile, Xiao Feng went straight into the study, leaving a light and pleasant smile into Li Yun's ears, "My memory is really bad!"

Li Yun felt like someone had poured a basin of cold water on his head, and the spirit of the spirit shivered, and his body immediately froze in place.

Did he have water in his brain just now? Why should he say it when he was secretly happy? Thinking of all the hardships he might taste in the future, he couldn't wait to slap himself in the face—to make your mouth cheap!

Xiao Feng's cheapness is not easy to take advantage of.

Xiao Fengcai didn't care about the messy Li Gongzi in the wind, and after saying four words lightly, he stopped paying attention to him and started to do business.

Although I heard a lot of Li Yun say it before, based on Li Yun's unreliability, and considering that Li Yun is only hearsay, whether it is accurate or not is two different things, Xiao Feng did not think about it blindly and did useless work, and it was not until now that he really meddled in this case.

He went to the wooden frame first and glanced at the objects on it. During this period, he picked up a "Jade Basket Flower Girl" very casually and played up and down for a while. After that, he walked to the desk very leisurely, walked around the desk and the bookshelf twice, and finally, Shi Shiran sat on a wooden chair and began to ...... Idle.

Li Yun was not surprised by Xiao Feng's seemingly aimless and nonsensical wandering, and he also learned all the way according to the gourd painting. Whatever Xiao Feng does, he will follow the next moment.

It's a pity that it turns out that Li Yun is still a little lacking in brains. After a circle, Li Dagongzi didn't see any clues, but was confused.

He couldn't help but be a little discouraged, and without looking behind him, he sat on another wooden chair.

Xiao Feng was originally looking at the desk in a daze, but when he swept to Li Yun and sat down, he couldn't help but be stunned, looked at him twice, and then gave him a thumbs up.

The second monk Li Yunzhang was puzzled, feeling inexplicably wonderful, but he had a bad feeling in his heart.

However, Xiao Feng obviously had no intention of explaining, so he didn't pay attention to him anymore, and reached out to get the things on the desk.

Seeing this, Li Yun didn't think about blurting out, "Don't destroy the scene!"

Xiao Feng's outstretched hand paused, nodded, pointed to his head again, and continued to stretch out his hand.

Li Yun was a little confused at first, but after reacting for a while, he finally understood.

This is saying that you have a sense of proportion and don't have to worry.

Thinking of this, Li Yun also felt relieved. Unreliable this situation, for yourself...... It's very ordinary, but it's really unlikely for Xiao Feng. After a pause in his thoughts, Li Yun suddenly realized something...... Under the backdrop of Brother Xiao Xian, he is in a stupid rhythm with every move.

There were not many things on the desk, only a teapot, a teacup, a candlestick, an inkstone, a pen holder and several brushes, and a table full of messy white paper that had been blown up by the wind or artificially messed up.

Xiao Feng first carefully took away the white paper one by one, and the paper below was very clearly revealed: it was not difficult to see that the white paper was fanned out along the tabletop. Comparing this trend with the white paper falling on the ground, Xiao Feng guessed that the paper fell on the ground not intentionally, but unintentionally when he committed the crime.

After reading all this, Xiao Feng quietly arranged the paper in its original position.

After that, Xiao Feng carefully looked at everything on the table, and felt very confident that he would return it to its place after reading it, as if no one had ever touched it.

Li Yun couldn't help but sigh that Xiao Feng's memory was so good.

The brush is very new, only one is used, and it is clear that the owner does not like to dance and ink very much. There are water stains in the teapot and teacup, and there is a small amount of tea in the teapot, which is not abnormal. The ink in the inkstone has long since dried up, but judging from the ink stains remaining in it, there is not much ink in the inkstone before the ink dries. The desktop near the inkstone is very clean, so clean that there is not even a trace of ink. The same is true for the edge of the inkstone.

Li Yun noticed that Xiao Feng seemed to be very interested in the inkstone, so he took a second look. However, with his fiery eyes...... Nothing was seen.

Looking at Xiao Feng again, he didn't know when he stood up again, and was looking up and down the room at this time. The speed at which he looked was not slow, but it made people feel extraordinarily careful. It didn't take long for Xiao Feng to look all the way to Li Yun's location.

frowned slightly, and glanced at Li Yun, who was still sitting steadily, Xiao Feng couldn't hear any emotion in his tone, but as long as he pondered carefully, he would feel that it was a little gentler than usual, "Brother Li, let me go, can you?"

Li Yun nodded very cooperatively, stood up, and walked to Xiao Feng's side.

But when he looked back at the direction that Xiao Feng's line of sight could see, his face turned white all of a sudden.

Uneven but dense stains of brown blood filled the entire view: at the desk, on the floor, in the corner........ In the center of the bloodstain, a wooden chair with a backrest stood silently. The blood stains on the wooden chair seemed to be brown stains, and in Li Yun's eyes, it was indescribably disgusting and terrifying.

Because that wooden chair is the one he was sitting on.

There are two wooden chairs in the study, one is the one that Li Zhongken sat on at the beginning, and Xiao Feng sat on just now, and the other can only be the one that binds Liu Jin.

No wonder I felt bad just now.

Li Yun wanted to cry without tears.