I was just solving crimes, how could I become an immortal?

Chapter 41 Hidden code words

He personally sent the man to prison, and personally promised to take care of his wife. Finally, with the other party's gratitude, he obtained information about Liang Shiming.

"Liang Shiming's recommendation was entrusted to me by Wailang, a member of the Ministry of Industry."

"Ministry of Works? Why did you bring up the Ministry of Works again?"

Cao An and Pang Shi looked at each other, feeling a little confused. This case seemed to be getting further and further away.

They do a good job of catching the police with six doors, so why does the Ministry of Industry want to get involved?
  "I don't know the details, but he did come to me that day and said that he was willing to spend a lot of money to find the vacant position for Liang Shiming."

"So you just charge money to do things?"

"This is a small matter in itself. After all, Liang Shiming's resume is indeed good and he is also on the candidate list. I am just following the trend."

"That foreigner from the Ministry of Industry, did you tell me why?"

"He claimed to be Liang Shiming's uncle, that's why he came to beg me. He thought that we would all be officials in the same court and would have money in his pocket, so... Oh! I regret it!"

If you hold an important position, you may have great success, but if you make one wrong move, you may lose everything.

If Gong Shitang could work more reliably, he would never have made so many mistakes.

"You didn't even question Liang Shiming's life experience? His parents are both tenant farmers, so where did he get his uncle Yuanwailang!"

"Let's not talk about this for now. Find that foreign minister from the Ministry of Industry. He must know the inside story."

"It's too late. That person retired and returned home half a year ago. I don't know where to look for him now."

The more Pang Shi checked, the angrier he became. From the Six Gates to the Ministry of Punishment and then to the Ministry of Works, everyone was like a moth, digging into this hole and that hole. If they didn't find it, it would be fine. Once it broke out, they wouldn't be able to fill it even if they wanted to. .

At this point, the case seems to have reached a dead end.

There are good bottle craftsmen, Liang Shiming, but no one seems to have seen the mastermind behind the scenes. Everything is controlled by invisible hands.

"No, the clues haven't been broken yet." Cao An lowered his head and thought for a moment.

"Liang Shiming is a loser. If you want to improve your resume, you need to make arrangements at least several months in advance. In other words, they already know in advance that there will be a vacancy for the blue-clad agent."

When Pang Shi heard this, his eyes flashed fiercely: "So, this vacancy was probably created by them. The detective in blue who died unexpectedly was probably killed by them."

"Sir Gao, help me retrieve all the cases that the blue-clothed detective handled in the past few months. I suspect that he found something that led to the killing of people."

"Yes, I will personally pick it up tonight and deliver it to Master Cao on time tomorrow morning." Gao Dian agreed without hesitation.

After listening to it, Cao An was indeed investigating the case and it had nothing to do with the official seal, so he felt relieved.

Seeing Cao An and the others preparing to leave, Gao Dian showed a sly smile, came to Cao An's side and said, "Master Cao has been busy handling cases recently. I wanted to visit you but I didn't have time. We happened to meet him today, so I can't do this with a small courtesy." Respect."

As Gao Dian spoke, he took out a brocade bag from his sleeve and stuffed it into Cao An's hand.

Cao An pinched it gently. It seemed like a banknote? Is this to bribe him?

But Pang Shi is still there. He is the governor of the imperial city and supervises all the officials. You must be crazy to bribe me in front of him.

Cao An pushed back without hesitation: "Master Gao, there is no need to do this. I am doing things for the court. This is my responsibility."

Listening to Cao An's righteous words, Gao Dian's smile did not change.

Having been around the court for a long time, he was used to this kind of reaction from newcomers who had just entered the officialdom.

Looking at Pang Shi on the side, this one was even more straightforward. He grabbed the brocade bag and stuffed it directly into Cao An's arms.

"No, Pang Duzhi, what are you doing?"

"Don't worry, I will put this on record. In order for Gong Shitang to confess candidly, you agreed to go to the Jiaofang Division to take care of his wife. This is considered necessary for handling the case."

"Then these..."

"These are treated as case-handling expenses. Don't you need to spend money when you go to the Jiaofang Division?"

Sorry, I really don’t need to spend money to go to Jiaofangsi.

Cao An looked at the two warm-hearted people in front of him and really didn't know how to describe his feelings at this moment.

I go to Jiaofang Simen to listen to music for free, and you give me money back. This is what is called: can I still make money from having sex for free?
  After politely giving in, Gao Dian left with peace of mind. Pang Shi recorded in the book that Cao An received 10 taels of business expenses, while Cao An actually received a thousand taels of silver notes to use as funds for tonight's activities. After walking out of the Dali Temple Prison, Cao An looked at the bright moon above his head with a complicated mood.

Are you going to Jiaofangsi to spend the night? Or go back to Tsing Yi Department and sleep alone?
  Cao An struggled with this question for a quarter of an hour.

It wasn't that he figured it out in the end, but that he had already arrived at the door of Jiaofangsi. It was strange. Didn't this road go back to Tsing Yi Department?
  Forget it, you're here now, just go in and sit down.

After three days of repairs, Jiaofangsi resumed business, and the scene of singing and dancing seemed not to be affected by the previous cases at all.

In the lobby, a group of talented people were having a tea party. They looked like they were shaking their heads and reciting poems. These people also worked hard to meet the oiran.

Seeing Cao An walking in, several scholars looked back with disdain.

You have come at this time, and you have already missed several rounds. Not to mention the oiran, even the flower girl has no place for you.

Cao An felt their gazes and returned a look of disdain. I am here, why do I need to have a tea party?

"Ah! It's Mr. Cao who's here. Come in quickly. Mu Bai has given orders. As soon as you come! Go directly to the Spring Courtyard. She is taking a bath. I'll hurry up right away."

hiss~~
  Who is this person! As soon as you enter the door, go directly to Mubai Oiran's boudoir to get it?

The guests who don't know what's going on are already making a fuss below. Among them is someone with an official position. I've never seen this person in the court. What kind of identity can he actually jump in line?
  identity? Of course that was Mu Bai's sweetheart.

Mu Bai suddenly came back the day before yesterday, saying that the crisis had been resolved. He had been talking about Cao An every day for the past two days, saying that he was young, handsome, capable, had no grudges against their demon clan, and wanted to avenge the deceased.

All in all everything is good.

He even ordered that Cao An was a benefactor and that if he came here, he would not charge fees. Isn't this a proper move?

A newly appointed madam naturally did not dare to neglect him and kept his body close to Cao An all the way, hoping to satisfy the future boss.

But just a few days ago, I just experienced the madam transforming into a fierce man. Now I feel a little uncomfortable when I see the old madam approaching. I quickly push this person away and said: "If Mu Bai is busy, there is no rush. You can help me find Gong Shitang's wife first." Bar."

When an official committed a serious crime and ransacked his home, the men were exiled and his wife and daughter were sent to the Jiaofangsi. It was normal for Cao An to come here to look for them.

But the madam was a little embarrassed: "Gong Shitang's wife has only been here for two days and is not obedient yet. You see..."

"It's okay. Gong Shitang is suffering, so he entrusted me to come here to say hello. I have no other intention, just meet him."

Since Mubai Oiran was still bathing and changing clothes, there was no need for Cao An to rush others. He just took this opportunity to complete Gong Shitang's instructions and put an end to his worries.

The madam responded and led him into a red and pink boudoir, asking him to wait for a while. The girl would be here soon.

This feeling...why is it a little familiar...

Forget it, let’s think about how to introduce ourselves later, or just be direct?
  'It was I who sent your husband to prison. Your husband asked me to always take care of you...'

Hmm, so to put it this way, isn’t it a bit too villainous?

Just as Cao An was thinking wildly, the door opened again, and a woman wearing a blue skirt walked in.

The woman from a wealthy family has not been stained by the dust of the world, and she has a gentle and elegant demeanor about her.

Although her appearance is not as stunning as that of Mubai Oiran, she is still considered to be a good-looking person in this Jiaofang Division.

Coupled with the mature and plump charm, a pair of downcast eyes that had obviously been crying, looking at Chuchu moving, it is no wonder that the former minister never forgot her even in prison.

Seeing that person standing there with a restrained look on his face, not even daring to say hello, it was impossible for Cao An to pounce on him with such animalistic behavior.

He was just helping Shilang Gong fulfill his last wish as agreed.

"I just went to see your husband in prison, and he asked me to tell you: 'Live well.'"

After Cao An finished speaking, he calmly sipped the tea. He would not be stingy with a simple message when he was entrusted by others and loyal to others.

But just after saying this, he saw the woman kneeling on her knees, tears flowing down uncontrollably.

Just when Cao An thought she was going to cry bitterly and thank him for his kindness, an even more exciting news appeared.

"Uuuu~~ My husband is suffering. I don't want to live alone, but thinking of his instructions, I have to live in an ignoble way. Today I finally waited for my benefactor, and the things I kept on behalf of my husband can finally be handed over to you."

when!
  Cao An tilted the teacup in his hand and looked at the woman in shock.

So the phrase "live well" is not a sign of love for your wife? But a code word?
  Minister Gong wanted to avoid the officials from the Ministry of Justice and give him something!
  (End of this chapter)