Chapter 105

"Father, Fourth Brother, am I still an outsider in the Chen family? After something like this happened, Fourth Brother only suspected me. Can I influence the officials to do their job?"

Xu Shuhe showed disappointment and grievance on his face. He leaned towards Chen Zhi as if he was weak and injured, and said with his eyes lowered.

"Fourth brother knew that my husband and I were in danger and almost lost our lives, but now that we have returned, he has not said a word of concern. When he saw us, he blamed us. It seems that in his heart, Fourth brother still regards my mother-in-law, second brother and second sister-in-law as family members."

Chen Huaiqian was the elder, so Xu Shuhe naturally didn't say anything bad about him, but just teased Chen Xun.

But how could Chen Huaiqian not understand the meaning of these words?

He looked embarrassed at this moment.

"Third brother's wife, don't think too much. Fourth brother is just worried. After all, we heard that you are fine, but your mother-in-law and the second brother and his wife were arrested by the police and thrown into jail. We are too anxious."

Although Chen Xun was unhappy when he heard his father's attempt to smooth things over, he quickly reacted, pretended to feel guilty, and immediately saluted Chen Zhi and Xu Shuhe.

"Third brother and sister-in-law, I was anxious and said the wrong thing. Please don't blame me. I was also panicked when something like this happened suddenly at home."

"It's okay. You are also filial."

Xu Shuhe decided to quit while he was ahead and said a few polite words.

Then he secretly gave Chen Zhi a look.

The latter understood and said, "Well, I reported the case, so I think it might be helpful if I go to the government office."

"Okay, okay, go and take a look. This must be a misunderstanding. The wrong person has been arrested." Chen Huaiqian said hurriedly.

Although Chen Zhi did not have many feelings for his biological father, he was disappointed and heartbroken to see that he was confused and stupid, and protected Feng and other black-hearted people so much, and did not care about himself at all.

He didn't show it on his face. He arranged for Xinyue to accompany Xu Shuhe back to rest, and then he went out again.

He had to go to the government office, but whether to speak well of Feng or to remind them to conduct a thorough investigation was another matter.

Anyway, after this trip, Chen Zhi saw Chen Huaiqian and Chen Xun who were waiting for him at home, and his face was full of worry.

"Dad, I didn't see the county magistrate. The people under him scolded me, saying that the case was no joke and they couldn't just listen to what I said. They just told me to come back and wait quietly."

"How could this happen?" Chen Huaiqian looked worried, and suddenly thought of something. "How about we give him some gifts?"

"I've tried, but they won't accept me." Chen Zhi frowned and looked at Chen Xun next to him. "Besides, father, they also told me that for the sake of my fourth brother's future, we should wait patiently."

Chen Huaiqian was puzzled, "What are you talking about?"

"My fourth brother is also a top student in our Qizhou City. It will not be difficult for him to pass the imperial examination this autumn, which means he has already entered the official career. Last year, he was also guided by the great scholar in Kyoto. If he continues to take the imperial examinations next spring, he will definitely pass the imperial examinations. By then, he will be like my eldest brother-in-law. But if we bribe the local officials now, even if my mother and my second brother and his wife are innocent, it will leave a handle for us to criticize in the future. If someone uses this maliciously, I am afraid that even if my fourth brother passes the imperial examination, he will be dismissed. Then he will not be able to take the imperial examinations in spring, and all his years of studying will be in vain."

Knowing what Chen Huaiqian valued more, Chen Zhi analyzed it very clearly to him at this moment.

Of course, this was also said for Chen Xun to hear, in order to see whether Chen Xun valued his own future more or the lives of Feng and Chen Jin.

But I don’t know if it can scare Chen Xun, but Chen Huaiqian must have heard it.

Sure enough, at this moment Chen Huaiqian showed hesitation on his face and spoke tentatively.

"So we just...wait like this?"

"In my opinion, the arrest of my mother and my second brother and his wife should be a formality. Once they are found innocent, they will be released soon. We might as well wait patiently to avoid making mistakes in a hurry and causing trouble. I also think that since they have been arrested, the real culprit behind them may relax his vigilance and will be found soon."

Chen Zhi continued to coax him. After hearing this, Chen Huaiqian was silent for a while, and then he sighed for a long time.

"Well, how can we ordinary people fight against officials?"

Chen Xun stood nearby without saying a word, but in his heart he obviously did not agree with Chen Zhi's statement.

It's just that he can't tell it.

After all, according to Chen Zhi's analysis just now, it was in his best interest to keep the troops in place, and the other party seemed to trust Feng very much.

But Chen Xun knew clearly what his mother had done. If he delayed any further, it would be discovered and he would be dead.

So, the father and his two sons dispersed, each with their own thoughts.

"Young master, why don't you go ask the eldest lady for help? After all, the eldest brother-in-law is an official in the capital. Our county magistrate should at least give him some face." The servant suggested.

Chen Xun said coldly, "It won't work. My eldest sister and my third brother are born of the same mother, so why wouldn't she help my third brother? Besides, my eldest sister's mother-in-law, Madam Liang, has always disliked my mother, so she won't allow my brother-in-law to help us. Besides, my brother-in-law may not necessarily help us. Even if he is willing, it will take several days to send a letter to Kyoto and back, which will waste our time."

After he said that, the servant's face became full of worry. He sighed and didn't make any more moves.

But Chen Xun continued.

"You don't necessarily have to ask for help. When both parties have common interests involved, they will naturally help."

The servant looked at him in confusion. Chen Xun waved his hand, motioning him to come forward, and whispered something quickly in his ear.

After hearing this, the latter left the house without delay.

Floating Cloud Residence.

When Chen Zhi came back, Xu Shuhe was arranging for Meixiang to take the medicine to Zhang Ping.

Zhang Ping was seriously injured this time. Going to the clinic was actually for Zhang Ping's sake. However, the wound has been treated temporarily, and he still needs to rest carefully afterwards.

"how's it going?"

Seeing him come back, Xu Shuhe immediately asked.

Chen Zhi sat down and said, "Everything has been arranged. The government is investigating the case with all its strength, but I haven't found out anything about the second brother yet. Now, I plan to go to the manor to find Chunliu. She should know some old things."

"It's a pity that Mother Qiu, who had been with the Feng family the longest, is no longer with us. Otherwise, it would have been more useful if we had captured her and interrogated her." Xu Shuhe said.

As for Yutao, the maid who is following Feng now, she has only been with her for a short time, so don't expect her to know many of Feng's secrets.

"It's okay. This must have been done by Feng. We will soon find evidence and bring them to justice. Then..." Chen Zhi raised his eyes and looked at Xu Shuhe, "We can also take this opportunity to separate from the family."

"Divide the family?" Although Xu Shuhe had thought about this, she was surprised when Chen Zhi suddenly brought it up.

Chen Zhi nodded, "Yes, this place is a den of snakes and scorpions. I don't want to live here with you any longer. I want to get evidence so that I won't be criticized after the division. In addition, I'm afraid that if the fourth son really becomes an official in the future, he will dig up our case and avenge his mother because we don't have evidence."

After he finished speaking, Xu Shuhe also nodded.

Indeed, no matter how bad the Feng family is, they still have their son Chen Xun, who has great potential. If they don't get any evidence and make it a solid case, there could be consequences.

And Chen Xun, the only person they were concerned about at the moment, had indeed found a way to rescue Feng and others.

Liushun Hall.