Ink panel: Hunting the sun and surveying the sky from the bow.

Chapter 319 Muddy the Water
Inside the inn, a cold wind blew past, no one spoke, and the atmosphere became much more solemn.

Shi Wenbo's face was a little impatient, and his eyes became as sharp as a knife. He swept through everyone, and finally fixed on Dou Wenxi and Yan Xushou. He said coldly: "My lords, as the county magistrate and county supervisor of Yongzhou, do you have any clues or insights?"

Upon hearing this, Dou Wenxi and Yan Xushou looked at each other at the same time, and beads of sweat appeared on their foreheads.

They themselves know their own level, and right now they have no direction at all in investigating and solving cases.

Dou Wenxi swallowed his saliva, his eyes flickering, as if he was weighing the right words. He thought and said, "Master Shi, this matter happened too suddenly. We just found out about it. We have no clue at the moment. However, Master Xue did not attend the banquet with you yesterday. There may be other hidden secrets here, perhaps..."

"Maybe what?" Shi Wenbo interrupted him abruptly, his tone already showing some anger: "Lord Dou, this is not the time for you to be ambiguous!"

Seeing this, Yan Xushou coughed lightly, trying to ease the atmosphere and said, "Master Shi, please calm down. This incident did happen suddenly, and we haven't had time to investigate. Although Master Dou's words are not detailed, the only thing we know is that Mr. Xue did not attend the banquet yesterday. It should not be due to physical discomfort. If we want to investigate, we should start from here to see where Mr. Xue went during this period, who he contacted, and what he did for. Only then can we have some clues."

"Yes, yes, that's what I mean. We should start from here and investigate further." Dou Wenxi nodded hurriedly.

Swenber fell into deep thought and remained silent.

To be honest, he also felt that something was a little strange.

During this trip to Yongzhou, Xue Zhao inexplicably stuffed his son into the team, and it really seemed like he had other purposes.

"You two adults are right. We should start from here and give me a result as soon as possible. Otherwise, if this matter is reported back to the Xue family in Kyoto, I don't need to tell you what will happen to you, right?"

The fat on the faces of County Magistrate Dou Wenxi and County Supervisor Yan Xushou could not help but tremble, and their hearts were instantly lifted up.

"Master Shi, come to think of it, Master Xue came to the Weiwu Division to look for me yesterday."

At this moment, Shen Qing suddenly stood up and spoke.

Now, County Magistrate Dou Wenxi and County Supervisor Yan Xushou are planning to investigate Xue Yan's activities yesterday. He must have been able to conceal the fact that he went to the Weiwusi office.

Rather than waiting until they find out and then questioning you face to face, it is better to speak out now and take the initiative.

Shi Wenbo was shocked when he heard this, and asked hurriedly, "Why did Third Young Master Xue come to you?"

Shen Qing showed an expression that was difficult to describe.

Shi Wenbo slammed the table and said angrily, "Just say it when I tell you to. Why are you trying to hide it?"

Shen Qing's face darkened, and he said boldly: "Mr. Xue San went to the Weiwu Division to find me. He not only asked me about the details of the demons rampant in Yongzhou that day, but also said..."

"What else did you say?"

Shen Qing bowed his head and said, "Mr. Xue San also said that the adults only know how to indulge in pleasure and it is difficult to accomplish anything. He does not want to go along with the corrupt, and wants to find out the changes in Yongzhou as soon as possible and let the emperor know."

“You brat!” Cui Jin, who was standing aside, had his eyes wide open and his brows as sharp as swords. It was obvious that he was extremely angry.

The aura around him suddenly exploded. It was a powerful pressure that only belonged to a martial artist in the Lingxu realm. It surged like a mountain torrent, filling the entire inn in an instant.

The air in the inn seemed to freeze, and the tables and chairs were shaking slightly, making tiny noises.

The people standing in the lobby of the inn showed fear on their faces and retreated one after another, fearing that they would be affected by this terrifying aura.

Shen Qing was chosen as the target of Cui Jin's revenge, and all his energy was concentrated on him. He felt an indescribable pressure like a huge rock pressing on him, and his bones and flesh seemed to have lost their original toughness at this moment, creaking.

For the first time, he felt the power of a martial artist in the Lingxu realm. His face darkened, he clenched his teeth, and tried his best to hold on, but his body was still shaking.

At this critical moment, Ji He's figure passed by like a breeze and instantly appeared beside Shen Qing.

He waved his hands lightly, and the aura of his whole body burst out simultaneously, completely dissolving Cui Jin's aura that was like a mountain torrent, and relieving Shen Qing of a huge burden.

"Eunuch Cui, Mr. Shen was just telling the truth. Why are you so angry?" Ji He said calmly.

In fact, he knew why Cui Jin was so excited.

His Majesty specially arranged for him to come with Swenber, hoping that he would serve as His Majesty's eyes so as to understand the full picture of the matter and some secret matters.

But Xue Yan actually wanted to take over the official duties and report directly to the emperor.

Doing so would make him seem useless and worsen his impression in front of His Majesty.

For the eunuchs, this move was tantamount to ruining his future. How could he not be angry?
Cui Jin's face was still gloomy, but his aura had subsided a lot. He snorted coldly, "If it weren't for Brother Ji, I would definitely let him know how powerful I am today!"

Shen Qing just woke up from his dream, looked at Ji He gratefully, and said with a trembling voice: "Thank you for your help, Master Ji."

Cui Jin laughed and said, "I have something to do so I will leave first. Let's leave this matter to you, Lord Shi."

Having said that, Cui Jin walked out of the inn leisurely, obviously not wanting to get involved in this matter anymore.

"Hmph, you're just a eunuch who only knows how to please the saint." Shi Wenbo snorted coldly, with a hint of disdain in his eyes.

He immediately ordered: "Pass the order down, immediately seal off the entire city, no matter who it is, as long as they have any connection with what happened last night, they will be brought back for questioning!"

County Magistrate Dou Wenxi and County Supervisor Yan Xushou hurriedly clasped their hands together and bowed in response.

"Don't just stand there, hurry up and get moving. No matter who the murderer is, give me a result as soon as possible!"

"I obey your orders."

After saying this, County Magistrate Dou Wenxi and County Supervisor Yan Xushou strode out of the inn, followed closely by Shen Qing and others.

Watching the others leave, Shi Wenbo said to Ji He, "Master Ji, what do you think about what Chief Shen said?"

"It seems like something that Third Young Master Xue would be able to say." Ji He walked a few steps out of the door, turned his back to Shi Wenbo and said, "As far as I know, Third Young Master Xue is competing with his eldest brother Xue Bai for the position of Xue family's heir. If he doesn't take the initiative, it really won't work."

"Then look at this matter..."

"Let's investigate. We'll see what we can do. Anyway, this matter has nothing to do with us. The people in Yongzhou government should be worried. If the Xue family gets angry, they will only take it out on them." Ji He continued, "The most important thing for us is to do the job that His Majesty has entrusted to us."

Shi Wenbo pondered for a while and agreed: "Master Ji is right."

(End of this chapter)