The Reborn Duke of Ming Dynasty

People often say a word. "But one death".It doesn't matter what kind of situation the person who said this encountered.It can be seen that death is a major event for people.Whether in ancient times or in modern times.That's all.

But in ancient times.There are two different views on this view.One is to die well.If a person dies but can exchange for a good situation.Then death of a person seems nothing; the second is that death is worthless.Even the death of some people will bring huge troubles to others.This will be criticized by people.

certainly.All of the above are big ideas.for many people.Especially for some common people.None of these things mattered to them.Ordinary people seldom talk about these great principles even after dinner.All the people care about are the things around them.things closely related to them.And of course the dead.

The screen turns back to Wang Dezhao's side.When he heard Zhao Butou, his subordinate, reported that someone had been killed.Wang Dezhao was naturally extremely nervous.This murder can be big or small.If it's just like what I said last time.Someone was motivated by money.Killed another person.Or maybe it was an accidental murder caused by some emotional entanglement between a man and a woman.These things are just small things.And the murderer is very easy to catch.

But what Zhao Butou said was true.The gatekeeper of the city gate was killed.This is where it gets a little tricky.The gate officials and guards of the gates of the Ming Dynasty.Except for the capital cities like Shuntianfu or Yingtianfu, which are under the management of the army.Although the gate officials of other states and counties were also promoted from the army.But it does belong to the government of the prefecture and county.

only.The official kept saying whether it was big or not.But no matter how young he is, he is still a corporal leader.Although it is no longer under the jurisdiction of the army.But his identity is still a soldier who is joining the army.And today a serving soldier has not died on the battlefield.But he was killed in this prosperous city of Yangzhou.This made Wang Dezhao not nervous.

In fact, the position of the door officer.It's not without danger.But this also has to be viewed on a case-by-case basis.For example, states and counties in border areas.If a door official is killed.Then it means that there must be some foreign invasion in the near future.But that's only in the early days.Some people don't know how to figure out people's hearts at all.A single-minded foreigner has done this before.After all, this official kills the remedy and tells the other party that he is going to attack them.So now there will be no similar incidents.

And to the inland cities.But that kind of thing doesn't happen at all.Even if some important criminal who is wanted by the court wants to enter the city.Then he must also try to disguise himself.Instead of killing the gate officer of the city gate.Wouldn't that cause a commotion.Is it more detrimental to him?

so.Wang Dezhao was surprised and flustered when he heard this.But this will.He has stabilized his emotions.That's right.A city gate official died.This is indeed a troublesome thing.But Wang Dezhao is basically sure.This official must have caused trouble because of his own reasons.In the end, he was killed.

so.Although there will be some trouble because of the identity of the deceased.But it's not a big deal.As long as Wang Dezhao, the magistrate, can find the murderer as soon as possible.Close the case.Then all problems will be solved.

"Which city gate official died." He sat back on his seat.Wang Dezhao asked.Although he has calmed down.But the look on his face was much more serious than the foolish look just now.

"Report to my lord. It's from the east gate." Zhao Butou straightened his posture when he saw Wang Dezhao.I also feel better in my heart.

"East Gate." After Wang Dezhao heard Zhao Butou's words.His brows furrowed again. "I remember that. The gate officer of the east gate seems to be surnamed Yang."

"That's right. My lord is right." Zhao Butou replied. "The guard at the east gate is surnamed Yang. His name is Yang Lin."

"That's not right. That's not right..." Who knew that Wang Dezhao heard the name.The frown deepened. "I remember that this kid was only transferred more than 20 days ago. Not even a month."

"Your memory is good. It is this Yang Lin." Zhao Butou said. "Beizhi also thinks this matter is a bit strange. This Yang Lin Beizhi also had a few words with him. It can be regarded as understanding. He himself said that his family lives in Songjiang Mansion. He is not a local; Not many. But it can be seen that Yang Lin is a good person. He is an honest man with his own duties. Even after he became the gate officer of Congcheng Gate, he treated people very kindly. Even those who wanted to enter the city He has never received an extra penny in the city entry tax for the vegetable farmers. If he sees that his subordinates have charged too much, he will immediately refund it. Even this Yang Lin will go up to help those who have a heavy burden. Go up."

Wang Dezhao listened to what Zhao Butou said.For a while, there were many thoughts in my heart.certainly.It's not that he's ashamed of himself by comparing what Yang Lin did.He has many things he can't figure out.According to Zhao Butou.This Yang Lin seemed like a nice guy.certainly.It is also possible that this is what Yang Lin showed on the surface.There may be some shady activities behind the scenes.But no matter how confused Wang Dezhao is, he would not think so.

Yang Lin is not from Yangzhou Prefecture.And as the city gate official of a state and county.In addition to being under the jurisdiction of the local yamen.The dossiers entered when he joined the army will also come with him.This is also stipulated by the court.It is to prevent soldiers from breaking the law.There is no information available locally.Although Wang Dezhao is not a person who is very concerned about official affairs.But he always pays attention to this kind of thing.It was only 20 days ago that Yang Lin was transferred to Yangzhou.Wang Dezhao's memory is not bad.So he can vaguely remember what was written in Yang Lin's file.

And precisely because Wang Dezhao remembered.He will feel very strange about this matter.According to the records on Yang Lin's dossier.This person is just an extremely ordinary farm boy.My parents, brothers and sisters are all there.This ruled out the factor of being impersonated by gangsters.After all, this investigation can find out.Although the dossier does not record character.However, some daily things will also be recorded one or two points.From this point of view.This Yang Lin was indeed consistent with what Zhao Butou said.He is indeed a good man.

certainly.The so-called painting a dragon and a tiger is difficult to draw bones.Know people, know face, but not heart.What is it like in a person's mind.Wang Dezhao would not know.But there is one thing he can confirm.That is, it doesn't matter whether this Yang Lin was killed because he got into trouble.That trouble definitely did not originate in Yangzhou city.This Yang Lin has only been in Yangzhou for more than 20 days.How could he get into such a big trouble about his life.And even if Yang Lin is really stealing men and women behind his back.Do something that doesn't post.Such a low-key person on weekdays should not have just been in a place for more than 20 days.There are many things that are not too familiar to cause trouble.

"Where did Yang Lin die? Is it in the guard at the city gate or at his home?" Wang Dezhao asked.This question seems a bit retarded.If Yang Lin died in the guard.It is estimated that some rumors have been heard in the city.How can it be so quiet.But Wang Dezhao was right to ask this question.After all, Yang Lin is not a local.There are many things for people transferred from other places to be city gate guards.Therefore, each state and county is for convenience.Several houses were built for these guards at the gate of the city for them to live in.That's why Wang Dezhao asked such a question.

"It's in his own residence." Zhao Butou replied. "This morning, after the gatekeeper of the east gate opened the gate at Maoshi, Yang Lin was still nowhere to be seen until Chenshi. They were very strange. Because Yang Lin lived next to the city gate. In addition, he didn't look like a gatekeeper. Several other people. They are all natives of Yangzhou. Their home is not as close as his. Normally, Yang Lin is the first one to stand on the guard post of the city gate. The guards at the city gate thought that Yang Lin was sick. I sent someone to look for him at his residence, but when I opened the door, I found that Yang Lin had collapsed under the bed. He was lifeless. In a panic, they hurried to the humble job to explain the matter."

"Then how did Yang Lin die?" Wang Dezhao asked.from beginning to end.Zhao Butou never said that Yang Lin was killed.In case he died suddenly.This matter has nothing to do with Wang Dezhao.

"After I got the news, I immediately went to Yang Lin's residence to check." Zhao Butou said. "There is no wound on Yang Lin's body. There is no blood in the room. Moreover, Yang Lin's face looks very painful. It seems that he has a sudden heart attack. It's just... a bit strange to be humble. This Yang Lin is only in his 20s. Aged. The body also looks very strong. It doesn't look like he will have a sudden heart attack."

"This kind of thing is not sure." Wang Dezhao said according to the direction that is most beneficial to him. "You're not a doctor. How do you know that people in their 20s won't die suddenly of a heart attack. Besides, Yang Lin may have suffered from some kind of disease in the past and may have a root cause."

"Sigh. If it's true what your lord said. That would be a pity." Zhao Butou did not refute Wang Dezhao's words.Instead, he sighed. "Such a good person. He was only in his 20s. I heard that he didn't even have a wife. He just died like this. It's really sad."

"There is no way around this kind of thing." Wang Dezhao also sighed.Said. "It can only be said that Yang Lin's life is not good. Who can blame this?"

"Since that's the case, we still have to go through the procedures in the yamen." Zhao Butou said. "It doesn't matter whether it was a sudden death or not. It must always be checked by the pestle. Only then can someone transport the corpse back."

The east gate of Yangzhou city.Although there was a murder.But because the guards of the city gate guard found the body of their chief Yang Lin, they didn't publicize it.He just told Zhao Butou of the county government.So now there are not many people watching at the Dongcheng Gate.It's just because there are many policemen near the east gate.That's why some curious people stopped to watch.Others are not unusual.Even the traffic at the East Gate is still the same as usual.It didn't cause any trouble.

"Zhao Butou. Look. This... What is going on with Yang Tou. He is a good person. Why did he die suddenly?" A guard at the city gate came to Zhao Butou and asked in a low voice.His expression was quite sad.This sad expression was not from him.After all, Yang Lin treated them well on weekdays.Yang Lin never allowed them to collect an extra penny from people who entered the city.But it is also very concerned about them.Although the official salary of a city gate is not much.But Yang Lin used his own money to buy a few small drinks every now and then.Get some side dishes and treat the four of them to a drink or something.He also said to wait until his first month's salary was paid.Treat them to something good.Now Yang Lin is dead.These people are really sad.

"I don't know exactly what's going on." Zhao Butou didn't say any nonsense to deceive him at all.Totally telling the truth. "Actually, I know as much as you. Yang Lin didn't have any scars on his body. In addition, his face was distorted. It was obvious that he was in great pain before he died. I guess he also had a sudden heart attack."

"Hey. Yang Tou is such a good person. How could he suddenly have a heart attack. God is so embarrassing. He made Yang Tou suffer so much before he died." The guard also looked sad after hearing this.

The two are talking here.The door of the house was opened.A person carries a box on his back.Just walking out.While wiping his hands with a towel.It's the pestle work in the yamen.

"Chuzuo. How's it going? How did the people inside die?" Catcher Zhao saw the pestle made.Quickly asked.

"Captain Zhao. The man inside has no wounds on his body." Tsuzuku replied. "I also checked the younger one carefully. Apart from the old scars written on his body, he has not suffered any injuries recently. The younger one has also been tested with silver needles. There is no sign of poisoning. Just in case. Little Yes, I checked all the utensils in the house. In the end, I didn’t find any poison. It seems that it happened this morning when I was ugly at the end of Yinchu."

"That's for sure. Yang Lin died suddenly because of a sudden heart attack." Catcher Zhao finally asked.

"I'm sure." Tsukuru said confidently.

"Since this is the case, then it's fine." Zhao Butou said. "Later, I will send someone to bring the corpse back to the Yamen."

"This young man is also very unlucky. He is so young. But he suddenly suffered from a heart attack." Kusaku also had a regretful expression on his face.suddenly.he asked with some doubts. "Captain Zhao. Is there something wrong with the villain's nose or something? I don't know if you smell a scent of flowers."

Catcher Zhao listened to Chu Zuo's words.He also sniffed and smelled.It really has a floral scent.Although very thin.But you can still smell it.

"It's really a little bit. Maybe it's the family who raised it nearby." Zhao Butou didn't care.Said something casually.

Several people are saying this.Suddenly a large team walked in from outside the city gate.The members of the team are all composed of terracotta warriors.The terracotta warriors separated to the two sides.In the middle of the team was a long row of mule carts.There are several large boxes in each car.And it looks very heavy.This is exactly what Zhang Fan and Wang Meng discussed a few days ago.The armies from all over the country should send people to transport the collected silver to Yangzhou.now.The money in Zhejiang has just arrived.

The procession went a long way into the city.Almost a hundred people have already entered the city.But look outside.That's only half the battle.And half of them are outside the city.It can be seen how much silver was shipped from Zhejiang alone this time.

But this way.People who don't know can't figure it out.Maybe someone will figure it out.What precious objects must be transported by so many court officers and soldiers.But it is absolutely unexpected that it will be a box of real gold and silver.

Wang Dezhao was very tight-lipped.In addition to helping Zhang Fan spread the word.He didn't tell anyone about it.And he didn't even know how Zhang Fan planned to transport the money.So now.Zhao Butou and his group just watched curiously.

The procession is marching.Just right.Liang Chao and Li Yang, who went out of the city yesterday to meet the team, are now walking in with the team.

By the way, Liang Chao has been temporarily suspended by Zhang Fan.His current status is not as good as that of Li Yang, who defected here.But everyone in Jinyiwei who knows about this knows it.Liang Chao's demotion is just an example of Zhang Fan not wanting to specialize in Weizhong.It's for other people to see.Liang Chao himself will return to his original position sooner or later.How could Li Yang, an old Jiang Hu, fail to see this situation.Naturally, he respected Liang Chao as before.

The two had just entered the city.Li Yang stopped suddenly.

"What's the matter. Is there something wrong?" Liang Chao saw Li Yang stop.asked with some doubts.

"My lord. Can you smell something?" Li Yang sniffed his nose.Said with some doubts.

"Of course." Liang Chao said frankly. "It's the shit of the pulling mule. I've been smelling it for hours. I'm about to get there now. You did tell me to stop. You can't smell enough alone. You gotta call me along. " Liang Chao said.His face was very unhappy.

"Humble job doesn't mean that. My lord." Although Li Yang apologized.But not as humble as in the past.There was still doubt on his face. "The smell that Humble Job refers to is the fragrance of flowers."

"Flower fragrance." Liang Chao listened.I also sniffed my nose.But there can smell the fragrance of flowers.said absently. "Maybe some family raised the flowers to bloom."

"No. Besides, when we left the city yesterday, there was no scent of flowers here yet." Li Yang said with certainty.Then point to the street ahead.

Liang Chao looked along the place Li Yang pointed out.I found that it was really not someone who grew flowers here.After all, this place is close to the gate of the city.There are low streets on both sides.Ordinary and even dilapidated houses.I think there must be no one growing flowers here.

"Either you smelled it wrong." Liang Chao said.But she found that Li Yang had left her side.Walk slowly to the side.

Liang Chao saw it.Immediately prepared to stop him.But I don't know what's going on.They also followed Li Yang to go there.

Wait until the two of them walk to Zhao Butou and the others.The smell is getting stronger and stronger.Even Liang Chao could smell some of it.Under doubt.He looked at Li Yang.I want to ask him what the fragrance of flowers is all about.But what does it matter.

Li Yang did not answer Liang Chao immediately.He saw Zhao Butou dressed up.Know that he is a man from the government office.He stepped forward and asked, "Is anyone dead here?"

Liang Chao and Li Yang didn't recognize Zhao Butou.But Butou Zhao recognized them.When Zhang Fan first came to Yangzhou.He had seen Liang Chao among the people accompanying Zhang Fan.later.He also saw Li Yang who suddenly appeared beside Zhang Fan.Although he didn't know that they were Jin Yiwei.But he wanted to come.The person who can follow the imperial envoy is definitely not a simple person.

Knowing that they are the imperial envoys.Catcher Zhao naturally did not dare to neglect.He hurriedly replied, "Responding to the words of the two adults. Zhao Yong, the head arrester in the lower prefect's yamen. There is indeed a death here."

Folk dead are very common.But Li Yang would know without anyone telling him.Liang Chao felt that there must be something wrong here.Quickly asked: "What's going on? Who died. How did he die?"

Zhao Butou didn't know why the people around the imperial envoy were interested in the dead here.But he still told the whole story exactly.

After Li Yang finished listening.Without even thinking about it, he opened his mouth and said, "No. This person was poisoned to death."

Chu Zuo at the side saw Li Yang say so.It seems to be because of professional pride.Immediately said: "My lord. The small one is the pestle of the yamen. The small one has been checked. There is no sign of poisoning."

However, Liang Chao believed in Li Yang's words.After all, Li Yang was originally a member of the Five Poisons Sect.He is a master at playing drugs.He has a say in this matter.Liang Chao said to Zhao Butou: "My colleague is a big expert in dealing with drugs. Can we go in and have a look."

"My lords, please." Although Zhao Butou didn't know what happened.But let them in anyway.Kusaku on the side also entered the room.I want to see what happened.

in the house.A young man was wearing only obscene trousers.Lie on the ground in front of the bed.Put your hands on your chest.Painful complexion.

"The little one didn't move his body." Tsukuru said.

Li Yang is not worried about these things.Instead, he squatted in front of Yang Lin's corpse.The nose sniffed hard.Liang Chao didn't ask him why he did this.Since he entered the house.The scent of flowers is also stronger.

Li Yang raised the dead man's head.Look at the back of his neck.Then he squeezed hard on the flesh of the back of his neck with his free right hand.

When Li Yang stood up.He already has an extra short one in his hand.A silver needle that is glowing coldly.

Saw this silver needle.Zhao Butou and Chu Zuo were taken aback.The two did not expect that what they thought before was not the same as the reality.This Yang Lin was actually poisoned to death.But Liang Chao frowned deeply.