Han Zuo Gaomen

Chapter 1060
When Yu Man and his party arrived at Luojian, Shen Zhezi had already known about the theft of the ordnance.If the courier's travel time is deducted, he got the news even earlier than Xi Jian.

After learning about this, Shen Zhezi did not neglect, and immediately called his cronies and officials to discuss it.The content of the discussion is roughly the same as that discussed by Xi Jian and his subordinates, mainly about who did it, what he intends to do, what impact it will have on the situation, and how to deal with it.

However, compared to Xi Jian's bewilderment, Shen Zhezi's goal is much clearer, that is, to insist on taking over the goal of Xuzhou unchanged.There is nothing more important than this right now, and even if there is any need to respond, this goal must be the premise.

So when Yu Manzhi arrived, the instruction he received was that the itinerary remained the same, but the handover location was changed from Xuyi to Huaiyin.In other words, Xi Jian stays in his old den and does not move, and Shen Zhezi will go to complete the handover in person.

Hearing this instruction, Yu Manzhi was a little nervous. Although he seemed to have no intention of laughing and joking on weekdays, he was not a fool.Right now, in front of the Metropolitan Governor, there are no idlers around, so there is no need to be taboo about talking, so he sighed: "The treasury is an important place, and it is doubtful to be able to quietly steal powerful weapons. If this matter is not investigated to the end, the Metropolitan Governor really should not commit it." It’s dangerous to go! Moreover, there is no shortage of evil rumors in the governor’s mansion, and the governor went straight into the town, I’m afraid it will add more excuses.”

At present, some people in the governor's office in Xuzhou have suspected that Huainan did this kind of thing. If the governor goes there regardless of danger, the suspicion will undoubtedly increase.

Shen Zhezi laughed after hearing the words: "How dare you overstay the appointment with the elders, besides, it is such a top priority of the state. As for some gossip from idlers, it's just a frog peeping at a goshawk, which is nothing but a laughingstock."

Shen Zhezi might have really wanted to do this in order to seek justice in previous years, but now that he wants to clean up those villagers in Xuzhou, there is really no need to use this method again.

"But the loss of strong equipment is a hidden danger after all. I wonder if the governor has a good plan for this?"

Yu Manzhi asked again.

"Yu Changmin, have you become more stupid after being away from the battle for a long time? What is the so-called good strategy for this kind of thing? Those who neglect their duties will be severely punished, and the lost things will be strictly investigated. Can you conjure the lost things out of thin air?"

Xiao Yuandong said with a smile on one side.

After hearing this, Yu Manzhi's face darkened immediately, and he said in a deep voice, "It's because it's difficult to strictly investigate Guangsuo, that's why I feel troubled! This is subtle, and it's really hard to explain it to you, an idiot."

"In this matter, I agree with what Yuan Dong said. It is urgent to search for the lost property."

Hearing Yu Manzhi's words, Shen Zhezi said again that he understood Yu Manzhi's scruples. Losing a heavy weapon like a thunderbolt is an extremely sensitive matter at any time. It is best to track it down quietly and solve the case quickly. Once it spreads, there will be an uproar.

But everything can't be generalized, the timing is delicate now, everyone is vigilant, once they are harassed by unknown reasons, they will inevitably become more panicked, and this matter has to be investigated.

Rather than making people panic and speculate, it is better to pursue it clearly. At least those who have nothing to do with it can feel at ease and no longer worry about gains and losses. They can even act as eyes and ears at critical moments, making the thief feel that the whole people are enemies. pressure.

"But in this way, I'm afraid..."

Yu Manzhi was still a bit hesitant, but Xiao Yuandong laughed again: "You, Yu Changmin, are not very quick to choose wisely. The governor has made his own arrangements for this matter, so you don't have to worry about it."

Hearing Xiao Yuandong's ridicule, Yu Manzhi felt a little relieved. It was also because of his long-term confidence in the governor. Now that Xiao Yuandong had said so, he was happy to save his brain power, and then pointed at Xiao Yuandong and scolded with a smile: "Thank you, second class!" People really lack courage, and you were lucky not to be beaten to death by the river!"

When bad friends meet again, it is inevitable that they will belittle each other. If they bicker, Yu Manzhi will relax.

Now that the people from Xuzhou had arrived, Shen Zhezi stopped staying in Luojian, and waited until Yu Manzhi and others rested for the night, and then took a boat along the Huai River to Xuyi the next day.

Xuyi was originally a site for the handover of the two parties, and the accident in Huaiyin did not spread. Therefore, when Shen Zhezi and his party arrived in Xuyi, a large number of Xuzhou villagers had gathered here to greet and watch the ceremony.

When something like that happened in Huaiyin, the staff of the Governor's Mansion naturally did not dare to neglect the safety of the Governor. The guards with the team first docked and carried out martial law and searches for several hours. After confirming that there was no potential danger, Shen Only then did Zhezi's boat slowly approach the pier.

Now that he was ready to go straight to Huaiyin, and the current security issue was very serious, Shen Zhezi didn't plan to go ashore and have a feast with these Xuzhou villagers.

After the boat docked, nearly a hundred Xuzhou township leaders were invited to the boat. Naturally, many stringent requirements such as body searches and controlling the number of entourages were unavoidable during the process.

The Xuzhou villagers waited here for a long time, but they were treated so rudely again. It is conceivable that they were in a bad mood. Some people even walked away, and the rest of them were all black and frosty. They did not expect this The governor of Shenyang made no secret of his domineering posture from the beginning.

Shen Zhezi didn't keep these people waiting for a long time, and soon, surrounded by guards, he walked neatly into the cabin hall. Before he could speak, he cupped his fists and gave a deep salute to everyone, and then sighed: "If you make this gesture today, In fact, he was forced to do nothing. A few days ago, the treasury of Huaiyin City was attacked by thieves. Some traitors stole three heavy weapons, thunderbolts and crossbows. They have not been captured yet. I dare not think deeply about the evil thoughts of the traitors, because I can only be on guard. If you offend the sages of the village because of your rudeness, I hope you can forgive me."

Hearing Shen Zhezi's words, there was a buzzing sound in the hall, and there was an extremely ear-piercing discussion.As for Yu Manzhi, who was following the governor, his face darkened suddenly. The theft of a heavy weapon such as the Thunder Carriage Crossbow was already extremely serious. Why did the governor still exaggerate the facts?
Shen Zhezi stretched out his arms, and waited until the discussion stopped for a while, then he said again: "The armor is stolen, and the human relationship is difficult. I don't deny that I cherish my life. It's not only about this body, but also because I don't dare to take the king's order lightly." For the sake of the army and people in Jiangbei, we will never lightly get involved in the dangerous situation set up by the thieves, so Xuyi will not stop, and will go straight to Huaiyin to visit Xigong later, and I hope you can forgive me."

When everyone heard this, how could they have any objections? They even wished that Shen Zhezi would leave this place quickly, because there were too many hidden messages in this matter, so much that people couldn't digest them all in a short time.

Naturally, no one laughed at Shen Zhezi for being cowardly and afraid of death at the moment. As he said, if something happened to Shen Dadu, the shocking changes in the situation would be unimaginable.It can be said that the safety of one person is related to the safety of everyone present, and the cherishment of one's own life is the emphasis on the stability of Jiangbei.

So after a lot of praise, there were many curses in the hall, cursing those traitors who stole armaments.Although they were all apprehensive because Duke Liang was going to take control of Xuzhou, the idea of ​​assassinating him was too much to even think about, and they especially hated the traitor who secretly disrupted the stable situation.

There are also many people who, out of consideration for their own safety, have asked whether there has been any actual investigation, and expressed their willingness to help in the investigation.

"Thunderbolt crossbows are powerful weapons for defense. Each crossbow body is marked with casting codes. Later, the officials of my mansion will announce the loss of three casting codes to everyone. I hope you can spread the word. If anyone can track it down If you win, there will be a generous reward from the government!"

At this point, Shen Zhezi sighed again, and said: "When the evil happens suddenly, the person in charge cannot absolve himself of the blame. I really don't want to get to the bottom of who made this dangerous conspiracy because of He Nian. Today, all the sages here Gathering, I might as well tell you in one word. Xi Gong has been in Xu Town for a long time, and he has worked hard. There will be no more military affairs to disturb the people, and all the citizens can stop farming and support, and if there is any violation, no matter the old or weak, women or children, they can all be reprimanded and spit at each other!"

After everyone heard this, there was a short silence at first, and then there was a burst of praise and praise.

Shen Zhezi hadn't finished speaking, and when the praises of the crowd paused, he continued: "Because of holding this benevolence, even if such a serious crime as stealing a weapon, I don't want to punish the innocent. I want to temporarily use the mouths of the kings to spread the word to the countryside, and make an agreement with the hidden thieves. From now on, no matter who commits such evil deeds, everyone who misses the country for a while and does not want to cause disaster to the public can secretly make a boat in front of no one. I will not be held accountable for disturbing the people if I throw a weapon and drift downstream on the water."

When everyone heard this, there was another series of astonished voices, and soon after, a series of more violent scolding voices broke out, saying that such evil deeds must be investigated to the end, and the criminals should not be spared lightly.

However, Shen Zhezi continued to say regardless of the uproar of the crowd: "From now on, this agreement has come into effect. I don't want to show the public with a stern posture when I first entered the town. Please show me your loyalty. Even if you bump into me on the way, please cover your eyes." Avoid. But if after I arrive in Huaiyin, there are still thieves who persist in their crimes, then I will have no mercy, I must investigate to the end and kill this traitor for the villagers!"

After the words were finished, Shen Zhezi didn't care how much trouble aroused in everyone's hearts, and immediately ordered the present villagers to send off the boat, and then the boat left Xuyi Wharf and headed straight for Huaiyin.

On the boat, Yu Manzhi still couldn't figure out the meaning of the governor's actions, and frowned, "It's clear that one of the Thunder Carnus was lost, but the governor said three. Even if the villagers didn't know, wouldn't the thieves not know? Besides, there are many subordinates in the governor's mansion." The official knows the inside story, how much effect can such a publicity achieve?"

"Even if the thief knew it, he dared to announce it to the public? Father and son still have to hide such a murder, how will the rest know? Even if the rumors spread in the dark, is it more convincing than the announcement by the governor? It's a mistake for a group of officials not to guard the treasury, if you can't even guard your own tongue, what's the point of keeping it!"

Xiao Yuandong laughed out loud when he heard the words, and then hugged Yu Man's shoulders and said, "This accident, all of you, Xu Zhen, are to blame. Stay in the middle of the night and accompany me to sneak downstream to place equipment. Don't let anyone notice you. When the lost items come back, the public will be at peace."

"But, but after all, there is still one missing. The thief who stole it boldly may not return it easily..."

Yu Manzhi was still puzzled and couldn't let go.

"If you really lose your weapon and return, it will not be a good thing."

Tian Jing, who was passing by, heard Yu Manzhi's doubts, and replied sadly.

(End of this chapter)