Volume 1 Zhangqiao Iron Coffin Chapter 6 The Fourth Doubt (Part 1)
Xinye County Government Office.
In the side hall of the second hall, a doctor was applying medicine to Xu Zun.
Captain Zhao Yu was worried that Xu Zun was seriously injured, so he sent someone to send him back to the yamen and invited a doctor to treat him.
At this moment, Xu Zun's mind was still in a mess.
Although he has strong adaptability, he still finds it difficult to adapt to the strange world and strange self.
What's more, he had just experienced a thrilling murder case and almost became a murderer!
If I hadn't been alert, I would have been beaten to death by the crowd!
Recalling his experiences, Xu Zun couldn't help but feel deeply moved.
He had been undercover carefully for so many years, dealing with all kinds of criminals and never got into trouble, but he didn't expect that he would die in an accident in the end.
So, life is unpredictable, so just cherish what you have!
Of course, he knew very well that if he wanted to be powerful, strength was still the first priority. The most urgent thing was that he had to sort out his situation and put himself in a favorable position.
What he is most worried about now is whether the scandal between him and Chun Niang will reach the ears of Miss Shen or his future father-in-law?
Although Zhao Yu is a relatively reliable person, rumors are scary. I'm afraid the rumors about him and Chun Niang have already spread among the people.
If I anger my father-in-law, my position as county lieutenant will be over!
But……
For some reason, whenever Xu Zun thought of the case of You Dalang murdering his wife, he still felt something was not right.
In the memories he obtained, he had had contact with this You Dalang.
This man was smart and capable, with a quick mind. He managed the silk shop in an orderly manner, and his career and business were flourishing.
How could such a shrewd person do something so impulsive?
Thinking of this, Xu Zun tried hard to retrieve his memory and called out all the information about You Dalang in his mind.
Unexpectedly, just as he learned about some of You Dalang's circumstances, he was suddenly startled and stood up from his chair!
That's not right!
This case... is very problematic! ?
"My Lord... Hello..."
The doctor was applying medicine to him, and most of the powder suddenly scattered.
Xu Zun didn't care about much and said hurriedly: "Okay, forget it, just go!"
After saying this, without waiting for the doctor's reaction, he strode towards the door.
It turned out that Xu Zun discovered new doubts through his recollections, and he was now going to the prison immediately to interrogate You Dalang in person!
However, as soon as he reached the door, he almost bumped into an old man in green official uniform.
This person was also in a hurry and panic, and was also startled when they met suddenly!
"Ouch!" The old man stood firm, and after seeing Xu Zun clearly, he covered his chest and shouted, "County Lieutenant Xu, it turned out to be you!"
Xu Zun quickly searched his memory and found that this person was Liu Zhang, the chief clerk of the county government.
The chief clerk is an assistant clerk in charge of documents, equivalent to the county magistrate's secretary.
However, in a small county like Xinye County, the chief clerk often has multiple duties and is also responsible for supervising accounts, household registration, files and other matters. It is a relatively important position.
Chief Clerk Liu is nearly sixty years old. He has been the chief clerk in Xinye County for most of his life and has very strong professional skills.
"Master Liu!" Xu Zun saluted with his fists, imitating the ancients.
"Xu County Lieutenant, I'm sorry, I have something urgent to do!" Unexpectedly, Liu Zhubu was even more anxious than Xu Zun, and waved his hand and said, "Let's talk later!"
After saying this, he took a step and was about to leave.
"Hey? Wait a minute?" Xu Zun suddenly remembered something and asked hurriedly, "Liu Zhubu, can you show me the household registration information of the silk shop owner You? I have a case..."
"Manager You?" Liu Zhubu blinked. "Are you talking about that You Dalang?"
"right!"
"You Dalang moved to Xinye County in the sixth year of Taikang. He is 35 years old and a native of Qingyuan, Songzhou." Liu Zhubu answered casually.
"Damn, you remember all this?" Xu Zun was surprised.
"Of course! You know that," Liu Zhubu said proudly, "I have a photographic memory. All the household registration information of this county is stored in my mind!"
"Great!" Xu Zun gave a thumbs up and asked, "Then...what about his wife?"
"You Dalang's wife is Chunniang, also from Songzhou." Liu Zhubu replied, "She came here with You Dalang, but she has not yet been registered, so her specific information is unknown."
"Oh? Why?" Xu Zun was surprised.
"I don't know!" Liu Zhubu answered simply.
"If they don't have a registered permanent residence, they are no longer a legal couple? Do you have a marriage certificate?" Xu Zun looked at Liu Zhubu's stern face and asked, "Why did they come all the way to Xinye County to open a silk and satin shop?"
This time, Liu Zhubu answered more directly: "You can ask You Dalang!"
"Emm..." Xu Zun complained.
However, obtaining this information was still a gain, making him more eager to interrogate You Dalang.
It seems that there is indeed another mystery behind this wife-murder case!
Unexpectedly, at this moment, a man in red official uniform came to the door.
This man has a handsome face, a dignified appearance and is very handsome.
"Jane?" the man came up and asked with concern, "I just heard about your story! How are you? Are you all right?"
Xu Zun recognized that this person was the top leader of Xinye County, the county magistrate - Qiu Yongnian!
Qiu Yongnian was a successful candidate in the last imperial examination. Before taking office in Xinye County, he had studied in the Hanlin Academy.
As we all know, those who have entered the Hanlin Academy are extraordinary and will be entrusted with important tasks by the court in the future.
This small Xinye County is just a stepping stone for him, and he will surely have a bright future in the future!
"It's okay, it's okay," Xu Zun replied, imitating the ancients' tone, "Thank you for your concern, I'm fine now."
"Mr. County Magistrate!" At this time, Chief Clerk Liu Zhang bowed to Magistrate Qiu and said, "I have important matters to attend to, so I will take my leave now!"
"Oh," Magistrate Qiu replied, "Please do as you please!"
Liu Zhubu bowed to Xu Zun again, then walked out of the side hall.
Why?
Xu Zun was puzzled. He had just seen Liu Zhubu coming in hurriedly from outside, obviously wanting to go into the house, but why was he returning the same way now?
What on earth is this old man busy with? Is he suffering from dementia?
County Magistrate Qiu was also puzzled and asked Xu Zun, "Why does Chief Liu look absent-minded? What's wrong?"
Xu Zun shook his head, expressing his shared confusion.
At this time, the doctor had already packed up his things and left, leaving only Xu Zun and County Magistrate Qiu in the side hall.
"Jiying, I'm glad you're okay!" Magistrate Qiu turned the topic to the case and said excitedly, "This You Dalang is so bold! He murdered his wife, framed others, and led a crowd to besiege the court officials. He is so bold and his crime is unforgivable!"
As he spoke, Xu Zun quickly inquired about the details of the county magistrate.
Fortunately, perhaps out of consideration for his future father-in- law, County Magistrate Qiu has always been more caring towards him, and the two of them have a good personal relationship.
In addition, because he was a Jinshi, Magistrate Qiu was easy-going and open-minded, honest in his official duties, and was deeply loved by the people. He was a rare good official.
"Fortunately, you saw through his trick in time , otherwise, we would have been really helpless today!" As he spoke, County Magistrate Qiu had already entered the hall.
Although Xu Zun was anxious, he still followed him into the house. After all, he was his leader.
"Jiying! I heard everything," Magistrate Qiu gave him an approving look. "You were so brave and observant today. I am really impressed by you! Hahahaha..."
"Thank you! Thank you!" Xu Zun clasped his fists and said perfunctorily.
"Hey?" County Magistrate Qiu noticed that Xu Zun was different and asked hurriedly, "What happened today? Why do you look so absent-minded?"
"Sir! Um..." Seeing this, Xu Zun had to speak out his true feelings, "I think there are still doubts in You Dalang's murder of his wife. I want to go and interrogate him in person now!"
"Oh?" Magistrate Qiu was surprised. "Jiying, I heard from the yamen runners that Yu Dalang has already confessed his guilt. Are there any other doubts?"
"Sir!" Xu Zunyan said, "I think there seems to be something else behind this case!"
"Really?" Magistrate Qiu was even more curious. "What's going on?"
Originally, Xu Zun wanted to wait until he found out the truth before speaking, but now that the county magistrate asked, he no longer held back.
"Sir," he held up four fingers, "I think there are at least four more doubts in this case!"
