The Immortal Seeker: Legend of Bronze Mirror
Chapter 296 - 140: Killing to Strike at the Heart

Chapter 296: Chapter 140: Killing to Strike at the Heart

After King Lin elaborated in detail, Xu Qing glanced at Gao Gongyuan and said, "This matter is simple. Brother Gao, follow me to the Government Office in Yingtian Prefecture. However, in order to save your family, you’ll have to stay in prison for a while."

"Ah?" Gao Gongyuan exclaimed in surprise.

King Lin, who was rough around the edges but perceptive, was first surprised, then quickly realized and said, "You want Gao to go to the Government Office to confess his crimes, and then use the authority of the Officials to arrest his family?"

Xu Qing nodded: "That’s roughly the idea, but I need to arrange the details personally."

He then explained his plan.

Under the guise of the Inspector’s office, arrest Gao Gongyuan on the charge of collusion with the coastal pirates, then hand him over to the Government Office of Yingtian Prefecture and detain his family in the name of the Yingtian Prefecture Government Office.

There are two keys to this matter: one is to deal with Yingtian Prefecture, and the other is to deal with the Duke Wei Mansion.

As for the Inspector’s office, it’s now governed by the surname Xu—no, Feng—so there’s no need to worry about that.

Moreover, the pirates’ chaos has harmed several state offices along the coast, and inevitably there must be inside help. This is the consensus of the Court, and no matter what the final response is, the cause must first be investigated and someone must be made the scapegoat.

Arresting Gao Gongyuan could serve as the scapegoat, prevent the issue from escalating, and also be used to strike at the backers behind the Giant Whale Gang, which is definitely a result the Central powers would accept.

If Duke Wei does not want to risk getting burnt at this juncture, he would probably accept the situation as well.

That’s the plan, but it’s imperative to communicate with Yingtian Prefecture in advance.

Moreover, when the person is held in the Government prison, it must be ensured that there are no mishaps after the process is complete.

This is not difficult—as the former arrest officer of Yingtian Prefecture, Su Lie is currently working in the Inspector’s office and has connections there. With the influence of the Inspector’s office, Su Lie could be sent to oversee the prison of the Government and personally guard Gao Gongyuan, ensuring no accidents occur while Gao is in the Government’s jail.

Additionally, my former mentor, Magistrate Xu, had a deep friendship with Magistrate Xu of Yingtian from his time as Imperial Censor; the relationship is very strong.

After Magistrate Xu left his post, I naturally continued to maintain this connection.

Another key point is that behind Magistrate Xu is the Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Personnel. Magistrate Xu will be leaving office in half a year and is anxious to curry favor with Vice Minister Zhang, so how could he not give face to Magistrate Xu’s prized student, Xu Jieyuan?

It’s important for everyone in this worldly society to rise in ranks and gain wealth together.

What’s feared most is not being able to help a "friend," not that a "friend" will seek help.

Social relationships are built in this mutual assistance process. Besides, this case could also add to Magistrate Xu’s achievements.

Therefore, Xu Qing was confident in persuading Magistrate Xu.

Gao Gongyuan listened in astonishment, could things really be operated this way?

Although King Lin knew Xu Qing was capable, after listening, he couldn’t help but be impressed.

As for how Gao Gongyuan and his family would extricate themselves afterward, neither asked.

With Xu Jieyuan’s connections, there would surely be ways to handle the aftermath.

To ask now would be underestimating Xu Jieyuan.

Everyone is a child of the worldly society; no one would be oblivious to such etiquette.

Moreover, Gao Gongyuan had no choice.

As for King Lin, he didn’t have to risk rescuing people from Tiger Roar Villa and naturally was happy with the outcome.

Seeing that both had agreed to the operation, Xu Qing continued, "Brother, just hand Brother Gao over to me. In due time, I’ll make sure he’s sent to the island. Now, East Island is waiting for you to manage the situation."

King Lin laughed heartily, "Gongming, I knew it—there’s nothing in South Zhili you can’t handle. This little trinket is for your sister-in-law; after the matter is settled, I have another good deal to share with you."

He took out the Cold Jade and then described its general effects.

Xu Qing was pleasantly surprised.

This could perfectly aid Feng Wu in his Divine Soul cultivation. When Feng Wu achieves Great Success of Exorcism and breaks through to Manifestation, it could also be given to Su Lianqing to use.

He accepted the Jade, smiling, "Thank you, brother."

King Lin naturally trusted Xu Qing, so he took his leave. Xu Qing then fed Gao Gongyuan a Medicine Pill and dislocated his joints.

Gao Gongyuan couldn’t help but chuckle bitterly, though he did not resist.

King Lin had the bearing of a heroic figure, confident in his own Kung Fu; he wasn’t afraid Gao Gongyuan would escape.

As for Xu Qing, he was both ruthless and meticulous, with a style entirely different from King Lin’s.

Overall, King Lin’s charisma was higher; once there was an emotional bond, one would be willing to die for such a person. On the other hand, Xu Qing’s style of handling affairs gave his subordinates a sense of security.

Soon, Su Lie arrived.

It turned out that Feng Wu had been listening nearby just now. Knowing that Su Lie would be needed, he handed him over.

Along the way, he also went to his father to get the documents and stamp them with the official seal.

With the preliminary work done, Xu Qing didn’t care that it was already late. He directly had Su Lie escort Gao Gongyuan, and they openly set out from the Inspector’s office to the Yingtian Prefecture Government Office.

Magistrate Xu had been notified in advance, canceled tonight’s banquet, and upon their arrival, quickly invited Xu Qing to the back courtyard of the Government Office to discuss matters.

Xu Qing did not reveal the entire plan but chose what could be said, and made Magistrate Xu understand what benefits this situation could bring him.

For cunning foxes, there’s no need to spell everything out.

Magistrate Xu said, "Xu Jieyuan, other matters are minor, but going to Tiger Roar Villa to detain the suspect’s family must be done with utmost care."

Xu Qing replied, "I’ve made preparations for this. Please trouble Magistrate Xu to deliver this letter personally to Duke Wei. Additionally, if Duke Wei remains indecisive, you can show him these pages of accounts."

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