The Famous Detective of the Red Mansion-Chapter 413: Taking the Government as a Medium

Not to mention how Chief Hong enjoyed the pleasure of power in the beggar's den.

When Sun Shaozong was about to end his work, he finally received the latest inquiry record.

As expected, there was already a conflict of interest between the Tian and Xu-Shi family.

Tian Biao and his elder brother Tian Hu served as shopkeepers and accountants, respectively in Song Changgeng's tea shop. In recent years, the accounts have been quite unclear, so Xu-Shi has been trying to take over, but they have been rejected by the Tian family under the name of Song Changgeng.

However, once Xu-Shi remarried with their shop, it would be ineffective to use the banner of Song Changgeng. At that time, the Tian Brothers would definitely be swept out by the long-standing feud of Xu-Shi.

Of course, this could only prove that they have a motive to commit the crime.

As for whether the Tian family, to turn the situation around, found someone who resembled Song Changgeng to impersonate him, it depended on Qiu Yunfei's subsequent investigation results.

Gathering the inquiry record with the original case file, Sun Shaozong saw that the sunset was already slanting outside. Sun Shaozong stood up and added some water to the parrot in the corner, ready to greet Sun Chengye and go home together.

Unexpectedly, when he arrived outside, he found Jia Zheng, dressed in an official robe, sitting on top of the guest seat, holding a teacup!

“Uncle.”

Sun Shaozong was slightly stunned and quickly saluted before complaining about Sun Chengye, saying, "When did you arrive, Uncle? Why don't you just let me know? I'll go out and welcome you.”

Before Sun Chengye could speak, Jia Zheng smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Don't blame him. I'm afraid I'll delay your official duties, so I told him not to go in and report.”

Sun Shaozong originally made a gesture. Upon hearing Jia Zheng's words, he directly exposed this issue and curiously said, "Uncle, how come you have time today to be a guest in my Criminal Office? Is there something you need to entrust me to do?”

“Hmm…”

Jia Zheng hesitated, and Sun Shaozong immediately realized that there was something difficult to say. He quickly instructed Sun Chengye to go back to the mansion first, then locked the door, and then returned to Jia Zheng. He bowed and said, "Uncle, if you have any instructions, come through all channels.”

“Actually, it's not a serious matter.”

Jia Zheng smiled bitterly at his serious demeanor and sighed, "You've seen the situation that day. I was just trying to teach that rebellious son a lesson, but it almost caused a big disturbance.”

“Since then, I have been sick for several days in a row, and I have come to understand. I can't teach or manage these bastards well, so why don't I send them away to not feel upset?”

“What you mean is...”

“I'm planning to find a job and hide outside for two years to be peaceful.”

So this was the matter. Fortunately, Sun Shaozong was still on tenterhooks just now, afraid that he was here to ask him for the favor to seek mercy from some serious offender. But when it came to seeking an official job outside of the Capital, he should seek the virtuous Imperial Concubine in the Palace, but how did he find him instead?

During his confusion, he heard Jia Zheng say again, "Although I have made up my mind to go out of the Capital and hide for two years, I still can't rest assured of that rebellious son in my heart. Therefore, I had to shamelessly come to your door and ask you to pay more attention to him after I leave the Capital so that he won't cause any trouble with those fox friends again.”

He still thought that he found the wrong person. If he wanted to control Jia Baoyu, he should go and ask Sister Lin to come forward. Although Sun Shaozong might have some prestige, he was still an outsider, and it was not easy to see Jia Baoyu face to face all day long.

However, since Jia Zheng specifically came to talk about this matter, Sun Shaozong couldn't help but plead, "Don't worry, Uncle. Even if you don't come to my door today, I will do my best.”

“That's good; that's good.”

Jia Zheng looked at Sun Shaozong's demeanor and thought that his eldest son, Jia Zhu, might still be so shrewd and capable. He couldn't help but ask, "Dear nephew, I heard you have a good relationship with Wen Long [Xue Pan, named Wen Long]. Have you ever met my niece?”

Your niece?

Isn't that Xue Baochai?

Why did he mention her again?

But Jia She continued, "This girl has a very good temper and looks...”

“Especially since she was born with a noble aura, it was fine before. But now that Wen Long has inherited the title and obtained an official position, and he has the care of his father-in-law, Minister Wang, she is also considered a close match with you.”

He was trying to match himself with Xue Baochai!

It was reasonable and proper for this Uncle to act as a matchmaker for his niece, but has he ever thought about why Xue Baochai wouldn’t return home and would just stay in Rongguo Mansion all day?

“Hmm…”

Sun Shaozong awkwardly interrupted Jia Zheng and sneered, "Uncle, before you came, did you ever ask Sister Xue about her thoughts or mention this matter to Aunt Xue?”

“No, I didn’t.”

Jia Zheng said calmly, "I also suddenly had a thought, but you are so talented and have a good relationship with Wen Long. I don't think the Xue family would refuse such a marriage.”

If it weren't for Jia Baoyu, this marriage might have been a bit of a spectacle, but Madam Wang was obviously raising Xue Baochai as her daughter-in-law at the moment. Although Sun Shaozong didn’t know who could have the last laugh, Lin or Xue, he never thought of getting involved in this muddy water.

Especially, it was still a sudden thought of Jia Zheng. If he agreed but got turned down by the Xue family, wouldn't it be awkward?

Jia Zheng was also kind, and it was inconvenient to refuse directly. Therefore, Sun Shaozong had to delay and apologize, saying, "Uncle, I'm afraid we need to report this marriage matter to my Elder Brother before making a decision. Besides, my Aunt loves Sister Xue like a precious treasure. You should also ask her what she feels first.”

Jia Zheng was not a fool after all. Upon hearing what he said later, he immediately furrowed his brows and muttered, seemingly chewing on the word ”Lin.”

After a while, he stood up and apologized, "I took the liberty. It's not too late for me to go back and inquire more about it before you mention it to your brother.”

Eh?

Listening to him, it seemed like he hadn't given up on matchmaking yet!

So respectfully, Jia Zheng was sent out of the office, and Sun Shaozong began to mutter in his heart.

If Jia Zheng could persuade Madam Wang and Aunt Xue to marry Xue Baochai to him, should he agree? Or should he refuse?

Speaking of it, Xue Baochai was superior to Second Sister You in terms of color, physique, and temperament. She was also generally weak and boneless, but he wondered how she was in bed…

Thinking about these things, Sun Shaozong walked back to the Sun Mansion without hesitation.

As soon as he kicked off his horse, Zhao Zhongji greeted him with a hint of nervousness and said, "Second Master, I don't know why the Elder Master is upset. He is waiting in the study now. He asked me to tell you to meet him immediately after you come back.”

His Big Brother was upset?

Since Jia Yingchun became pregnant, he has been so happy that he even chuckled and almost dislocated his chin. He has been making a fuss all day, wishing he could immediately hold banquets and announce to the world that he also has a son.

Why was he suddenly annoyed again?

Whoever his Big Brother was angry with, he wouldn't blame himself. Sun Shaozong didn't hesitate to go to the study, pushed the door, and walked in.

“Big…”

Unexpectedly, before he could finish shouting ”Big Brother,” he was stunned on the spot.

It turned out that in the study, there was a tall and strong woman kneeling on the ground, naked and white, with several thorns tied behind her. If it wasn’t the big maid, Siqi, who else could it be?