Datang: Hiding private money, exposed by Xiao Sizi

Chapter 624: So glorious! Be the master of the house!
Shen Lian gently stroked this special scimitar with his fingers.

Looking at the knife, he said, "The knives used by ordinary members of the Beidou Society are all this kind of scimitar. So, does this mean that the Beidou Society has a weapons workshop somewhere?"

Sishe frowned and said, "Weapons workshop? That requires enough iron, right?"

"But salt and iron are very important strategic materials for any country."

"They can't possibly let the Beidou Society interfere in this, right?"

Shen Lian nodded.

in this era.

It is okay to be naked and the building materials don’t have to be very good.

But absolutely not without salt!

Without salt, people would have no strength.

Soldiers are unable to protect their country.

The people can’t even work!
Without iron, weapons cannot be made.

The soldiers had no weapons, and once they entered the battlefield, they could only be hacked and killed by the enemy!

Therefore, salt and iron have been the most important strategic materials of a country for a long time.

This has always been something only the imperial court could do.

If anyone else dares to touch it, just prepare to die!

Of course, sometimes the imperial court was too poor, or for other reasons, it would give part of the profits to businessmen, but those businessmen must have had close ties with the imperial court and had to pay a lot of profits to the court.

Therefore, it is normal for the Snake to have doubts.

If Beidou is to have a weapons workshop, it must have sufficient iron resources, but iron resources must be controlled by the court of each country.

So, where does Beidou get enough iron resources?
Shen Lian said: "There are only two possibilities."

"Or maybe it's an iron mine controlled by Beidou. This iron mine is in a sparsely populated area. They secretly mine, smelt, and manufacture weapons."

"Or, just like Nanzhao, they have already controlled that country through some means, so they can use that country to provide themselves with iron resources."

Shen Lian looked at Si She and Han Min, and asked with a smile: "Which situation do you think is more likely?"

Sishe and Han Min looked at each other.

Han Min said, "The first one."

“The second feeling is very difficult.”

Snake said, "I think the second possibility is more likely."

"If you have never been to Nanzhao, you can't imagine that an organization can control a country like that!"

"So, since Beidou can control Nanzhao, why can't it control other countries?"

"As for the first one, it seems much simpler, but in fact, it is more difficult. After all, if they want to hide their tracks, they must be in a sparsely populated area. But if a lot of people suddenly appear in a sparsely populated area, once they are discovered by others, won't they find it very suspicious?"

"Maybe it will be exposed instead!"

"After all, no one can stop others from entering sparsely populated areas, right? If we stop them, people will be suspicious. If we don't stop them, people will be even more suspicious! If we get rid of that person directly, it will only attract more people to look for him."

"So, I think the second possibility is more likely."

“Only when one country supports it, no one will think there is a problem.”

Shen Lian smiled and nodded, saying: "When Si Snake thinks about problems, he is becoming more and more comprehensive."

Sishe said a little embarrassedly: "I learned all this from Lord Shen. If I hadn't had the opportunity to follow Lord Shen to Nanzhao this time, I wouldn't have gained so much knowledge. I think about these things."

When Han Min heard this, she immediately said aggrievedly: "Sir Shen, am I not your best friend? Next time you go somewhere, take me with you."

"I feel like whether you take me with you or not, I'm going to be eliminated."

Shen Lian was helpless about Han Min's roguery.

Thinking back to when Han Min first saw me, he shamelessly hugged my thighs.

Now that Han Min has a better relationship with me, I am even more carefree.

Shen Lian smiled and shook his head, saying: "If there is a chance, I can take you with me."

Only then did Jingzhao Yin Han Min become happy.

"Then Mr. Shen."

Han Min looked around the secret room and said, "This is the hideout of the Beidou Society. So, who destroyed this hideout?"

"What's the purpose?"

"Look, they didn't leave anyone alive. They were really harsh."

Shen Lian was also thinking about this problem.

But there were no clues of the perpetrator left at the scene.

So even Shen Lian was helpless for the moment.

Shen Lian said: "A force that can deal with the people of Beidou Society must not be too weak."

"Moreover, if they wanted to prevent any of the Beidou Society members from escaping and even killing them in the yard, they must have either a large number of people or be very powerful."

"And if there are a lot of people, Sishe might be able to find some clues by investigating various grain stores."

"After all, people eat grains and cereals. No matter how deep the food is hidden, it is impossible not to eat."

"As for extremely strong individuals, they are very difficult to find."

Shen Lian narrowed his eyes.

Si She and Han Min also felt embarrassed.

This case is different from other cases.

In other cases, the murderer has some relationship with the deceased to some extent.

But for a force like Beidou Society, it is very difficult to determine the identity of the murderer.

After all, it was probably because they couldn’t stand what some chivalrous men of the Beidou Society did.

It could also be done by someone else who has a grudge against Beidou.

There are so many possibilities.

For a moment, it is not so easy to judge.

Han Min thought of something.

He asked in confusion: "Then Lord Shen, if the murderer had a grudge against the Beidou Society, why didn't these people from the Beidou Society shout?"

"They can all fight the enemy, so why don't they take the opportunity to shout and try to scare the enemy away?"

Shen Lian smiled and said, "When I didn't know the identities of these deceased people, I was also confused."

"But now, I understand."

Shen Lian said calmly: "The reason why they didn't take the opportunity to shout is not because they can't do so, but because they don't want to."

"Don't want to?" Si Sishe and Han Min were stunned.

Shen Lian said: "It's very simple. If they shout, they will attract the government officials. The enemy may be scared away, but they themselves will be in danger of being exposed."

"Compared to those enemies, our government is a bigger rival to the Beidou Society!"

"In fact, our government's threat to the Beidou Society is even greater than those enemies."

"So, how dare they shout? They came from a shady background, how dare they ask the government to help them?"

Sishe and Han Min heard it.

He nodded thoughtfully.

Han Min said: "So that's how it is."

Sishe also nodded slightly: "I told you, I couldn't understand it at all, it was totally irrational, now I understand."

"It turns out they are thieves too."

"So they would rather find ways to fight the enemy themselves than bring the generals here."

"They still have a chance to survive if they fight against the enemy, but once the government finds out that they are members of the Beidou Society, there will be absolutely no possibility of survival."

Shen Lian nodded and walked out.

They left the secret room and returned to the backyard of the pawnshop.

Looking at the elegant and quiet courtyard, Shen Lian said, "Han Min, investigate further and see if you can find any new clues."

"If not, just keep it sealed for now, and directly announce the identities of these thieves to the public."

"The underworld forces and enemies are killing each other, so let's seal this case in this way first." In ancient times, not all cases had results.

Especially the open and covert struggles among the underworld forces.

It's hard to come up with a clear result.

Therefore, the general handling of such cases is to seal the case and tell the people that it was a feud between gang members and not a crime committed by a bad person.

This will also give people peace of mind.

Whether the case can be closed in the end depends entirely on luck.

In this case, the dead were all thieves from the Beidou Society. I think when the common people know about this, they will not be afraid but will be angry instead.

After all, the Beidou Society has become an evil force that everyone in the Tang Dynasty wants to fight against.

When Han Min heard Shen Lian's words, her eyes lit up.

He said, "I understand. I will do it in a moment."

For Han Min, this is the best outcome.

That way, he wouldn't have to worry about being reprimanded.

Shen Lian nodded slightly: "If there are any clues about this case in the future, or if a similar case occurs, please inform me immediately."

After saying that, Shen Lian walked out.

After learning that the Beidou Society’s base had been raided.

Shen Lian suddenly had some special ideas in his mind.

Time passed by peacefully.

After the Jingzhao Yin posted the notice in the yamen, the Beidou Society's stronghold had been eradicated. It did not cause any panic among the people. Instead, they applauded.

The impact of this murder of twenty people was therefore minimized.

Whether or not you can solve the case in the future will depend on luck.

This is not a detective who can solve the problem just by saying so.

After all, in this era, there were no fingerprints or cameras. If a knight, after doing good deeds, left Chang'an and went to other places, where would you find him?
So, even if it was Shen Lian, he had no way out.

Even if Shen Lian has a way, he may not be willing to catch the murderer once he finds him.

After all, Beidou Society is also his enemy.

Is the enemy of the Tang Dynasty.

The enemy of my enemy can sometimes be my friend!

Just like that, three days passed quickly.

This day, early morning.

After Shen Lian attended the morning court, he was retained by Li Shimin.

He followed Li Shimin and walked out of the hall.

Li Shimin asked, "Have you eaten?"

Although the morning court in the Tang Dynasty was not held every day, when it was held, it would be held very early.

It was still dark, so there was no chance to eat.

Shen Lian shook his head.

Li Shimin said, "Let's go and have breakfast together. After breakfast, you can go to the Dali Temple."

The two came to the side hall.

Breakfast is ready by now.

Even though Li Shimin was the emperor, his breakfast was very simple.

The two sat down.

Li Shimin picked up the bowl, took a sip of porridge, and asked, "We can't find out who did it in the Beidou Society case?"

Shen Lian shook his head: "No clues."

"This is different from other murders. There is no preparation. They just go in and kill the enemy and leave. So it is very difficult to find."

Li Shimin didn't think there was anything wrong with this.

"If we can't find it, then we can't find it. The Beidou Society is not a good thing to begin with. It's better for them to die."

Shen Lian smiled and nodded.

"Are you busy with the Dali Temple's affairs?" Li Shimin asked with concern.

Shen Lian shook his head: "Mr. Chu did a very good job before. He sorted out and handled all kinds of things in a very organized manner, so there won't be any big problems after I take over."

Li Shimin smiled and said, "Your vision in selecting people is truly amazing."

"Xue Rengui before and Chu Suiliang now are both talented among talents."

Shen Lian smiled and said, "It's not that I have a good eye, but they have their own abilities, and I just happened to discover them."

"There are many good horses, but there are few good horse trainers."

Li Shimin shook his head.

He picked up a piece of pickled vegetable with chopsticks, took a bite, and said, "Since the Dali Temple is not so busy, let's get ready."

"What are you preparing for?" Shen Lianqian subconsciously looked at Li Shimin.

Then Li Shimin smiled.

He said, "Prepare for your wedding!"

Shen Lian's eyes widened.

He said, "What does your Majesty mean?"

"The wedding date has been set!"

Li Shimin didn't keep anyone in suspense.

"The Ministry of Rites has already calculated a date. It will be the sixth day of next month."

"There are still more than twenty days left."

"The house I gave you as a reward has been almost repaired. We will tidy it up when the time comes. You and Changle will be able to move in after your wedding."

Shen Lian had known this day would come.

But hearing this now, I still find it a little strange.

He is about to get married under the witness of His Majesty the current emperor.

My wife is really going to get the real blessing!!
Li Shimin asked: "Are you satisfied with this wedding date?!"

"If you are not satisfied, I can adjust it. I haven't told anyone yet, so I can adjust it at any time."

Listening to Li Shimin's words, Shen Lian's heart was filled with emotion and warmth.

Li Shimin was really good to me.

He felt that no other emperor would ever allow a prince consort to choose the date of the wedding.

Shen Lian said directly: "It doesn't matter to me, as long as His Majesty and my wife think it's okay."

"Okay, then it'll be the sixth day of next month!"

Li Shimin made the decision immediately.

He said: "I will immediately announce your wedding date to the world, so you should get ready and be the bridegroom!"

Shen Lian nodded.

He thought for a moment and then said, "That day, I think many interesting things may happen."

Li Shimin's eyes flashed.

Looking at Shen Lian, he seemed to be thinking about something.

Shen Lian did not explain it clearly to Li Shimin.

But Li Shimin was very wise and naturally understood the implication of Shen Lian's words.

Li Shimin immediately said: "You are the one who decides your wedding. You have the final say on how to arrange it."

When Shen Lian heard Li Shimin's words, he knew that Li Shimin had understood what he meant.

He said, "Let the Ministry of Rites decide on the rules for the wedding. When marrying my wife, we must give her a truly grand wedding, and it must also comply with royal regulations. I cannot let my wife embarrass herself again at her second wedding, so it must be different from other princesses."

He said, "Let the Ministry of Rites decide on the rules for the wedding. When marrying my wife, we must give her a truly grand wedding, and it must also comply with royal regulations. I cannot let my wife embarrass herself again at her second wedding, so it must be different from other princesses."