C563 Layout and Rumors (Part I)

There was a lot of trouble in the world, so these words weren't wrong at all.

Regardless of past dynasties, regardless of wealth or poverty, as long as there were people, there would always be an unerasable instinct, and that was to spread rumors.

To spread rumors and become tigers with three people was the essence of the rumors, and the people who whispered to each other was the link between the rumours and the true nature of the rumors.

Nature makes people eager to know things they don't know, and then to express a sense of superiority in the way they talk to others.

However, there were very few people who felt that rumours would cause any real harm. After all, rumours were just gossip, not weapons like guns, blades, etc. Could it be that even a few words could cause some damage?

Obviously, no one would agree with this point of view. After all, they had only seen swords killing before, but they had never seen a place where words could cause death.

As a result, the people in the industry were more eager to hear the news, but they did not realize what was meant by 'one's words are fearsome'!

He didn't know when it started, nor where it started. In short, there were a few unreal rumors that quietly spread around everyone like a cloud of dust, and were widely "recited" by everyone.

But it is only the individual crowd that knows where it began and when, because all this gossip is actually coming from them.

This had to start from two days ago.

After receiving Qian Jincheng's message, Qiu Canghai brought Qiong Yu and quietly made his way towards Wu Daode's residence that night.

It was not's fault that he was too cautious, after all, whether or not this matter would succeed or fail was directly related to whether the Fengyang City would be able to wrap things up perfectly, so of course he would be careless.

Furthermore, since Qian Jincheng was also mysterious, Qiu Canghai didn't have much confidence in doing so, so he could only be more cautious.

But in reality, the meeting between Qiu Canghai and Qian Jincheng was abnormally smooth sailing, and the person in charge of monitoring Qian Jincheng that night, happened to have an uncomfortable stomach. While was in charge of guarding the latrine, he personally made a move, allowing to guard the excrement like this, and had a beautiful sleep.

During this period of time, Qian Jincheng and Qiu Canghai had successfully finalized the remaining plans, as well as the situations and procedures that each of them needed to coordinate with each other.

Qian Jincheng had a good night's sleep, as if he was relieved from a heavy burden, and Qiu Canghai was patting his head as he returned with a great load. This trip only left Qiong Yu alone, she ran to someone else's straw house, jumped up and down, and tore off all the roof tiles.

The next day, at night. The night was dark and windy.

It was the first time in Wu Daode's life he had faced an assassination attempt. He did not know how many assassins there were, but their overwhelming advantage had made the whole of Wu Daode's residence restless.

Of course, these black-clothed men said that they were assassins, but no matter how they looked, they seemed to be robbers. Although they only killed people and didn't set fire to them, they turned the entire Wu Daode's residence upside down. They practically went through all the places where they could hide, and also looted all the treasures that they could see.

One of them was that Wu Daode's residence had almost all of its papers stolen, and there wasn't even a single piece of toilet paper left. Of course, the ones that had already been used were the exceptions.

The second suspicious point was that none of the elderly, women and children of the Wu Daode household were safe and sound. However, none of the guards in the courtyard were spared, and of course, a portion of the warriors who were reared with Wu Daode's great wealth were also tragically killed. As for the main target of the assassination, Wu Daode, under Qian Jincheng's desperate assistance, managed to survive.

The most important thing was that no one knew that these people were all people that Wu Daode wanted to use to spy on him. Since they were all dead, that meant that in the short term, Wu Daode basically did not have any methods or methods to control and monitor him.

If Wu Daode still wanted to recruit a group of people, then even Wu Daode himself was unsure if it was possible, and Qian Jincheng believed that there would definitely be people from the Listening Rain Pavilion among them, and it was even possible that all of them were from the Listening Rain Pavilion.

Of course, Wu Daode still hadn't discovered any of these suspicious points. He was rejoicing at his narrow escape, so how could he care about the others?

"Old master, are you alright?"

"It's alright, it's all thanks to you this time, Grand Master!" Otherwise, you will really be taking my life! "

"Old master, what are you saying? This is something your subordinate should do!" Besides, I have followed the old master for many years. How can I stand by and watch the old master get killed like that! He just didn't know where these assassins came from or what they were here for! Could it be that the old master offended someone by accident? "

"I am at most a county governor. In fact, I guess it's big. The land in Fengyang City is quite big. It can be considered small. Looking at the entire world, I am indeed a small figure!" Furthermore, even if you say that I have cheated, I will still admit it. But, if you say that I have offended others, I will still have the courage to do so! "

"From what I see, those men in black are all well-trained men. They must be from some force. Judging from their behavior, they are clearly not ordinary people from the martial arts world!"

"Then, Grand Master, do you have any brilliant ideas?" Just that, you must know who we have offended! "

"It's hard to say. I think we should take a look at the mansion first to see if there are any losses. Perhaps the other party might accidentally leave some traces behind!"

"Grand Master, that makes sense!" Let's go back quickly! "

After a thorough examination, they discovered a total of three suspicious points. One of them was the print of a shoe, which was clearly visible on the muddy soil in the backyard. Judging by the depth of the step and the point of force, it should have been accidentally left behind.

However, this type of shoe print would never be worn by anyone in the martial arts world. Moreover, everyone who wore this type of shoe print would only be worn by personal guards of a higher rank and was of the same level as the imperial government.

The second suspicious point was that it was an imprint left behind by an assassin when he was rummaging through the boxes. The imprint was not complete, but two half of the words could be faintly seen by the side of the desk. Upon closer inspection, it was actually the words' Prince's Mansion '.

The only doubtful point was that the entire mansion couldn't find a single piece of paper or even half a page of books. It was even more popular than those valuable gold, silver, and precious stones.

With these three suspicious points placed in front of him, even a fool would know what had happened and the origins and purpose of those assassins.

"Old master, looks like those people are really here for you!"

"Damn it, I have also given them money and blood. They are trying to kill us all!"

"I'm afraid..."

"What do you have to say for yourself? Can't you see that I'm not in a good mood?"

"Your subordinate means that those people will probably come back!"

"Oh? "What do you mean?"

"Master, do you have something in your hands?" Do you think that the Prince will let you off so easily? "

"This ?" Then why don't I return all those letters to the Prince? "

"Master is confused! If you continue to act like this, then Your Highness will come to kill you soon! "

"Sigh, I can't give it, and I can't not. What do you think I should do?"

"Master, from the looks of the other party's actions, you must already know that you have evidence from the Prince. Even if these people came to destroy the evidence, they might even want to kill you!"

"Damn it, even one of the royal family is too shameless!"

"Old master, don't be angry. This matter might have a turning point!"

"Oh? Tell me about it! "

"It's simple. Old master can actually feign his death to escape!"

"Feigned death? "Then what about my property?"

"It might not be possible to take care of all the treasures within one or two days, but Master's life might be in danger at any moment!" "Either you take the risk to stay behind and sell it cheaply, or you try to feign your death and escape. Master, you can choose one of these items if you wish!"

"With such a large amount of wealth, it would be inappropriate to sell it at a cheap price. However, if I run away and faked my death, after three to five years, who would still say that the property belongs to me?" I'm afraid that the moment the new county governor arrives, he will confiscate and search for these properties. "

"Master, we shall not let this matter get away with it!" Money was only worldly possessions! As long as the mountain remains, there will be nothing left to worry about! "

"Whatever, tomorrow you will recruit people and use the highest price possible to get your hands on that property! "You have to be fast!"

"No problem. I've already contacted a few powerful merchants, and they are all unfamiliar with the place. I believe they will be out of the way soon!" "However ?"

"If you have something to say, hurry up and say it. If you have to fart, quickly say it!"

"Master, you have one more thing to do! "Only by doing this will you be able to protect your personal safety during this period of time!"

"Oh? "What is it?"

"Master, I can't hide the information from the prince anymore. Not only is this useless to you, it will even make you die faster!"

"Then what do you think we should do?"

"How about you let me take these things to the Surveillance Council's Town Fushe Yamen and then have the Surveillance Council send someone to protect the old master. What do you think?"

"This!" I'm afraid that something is amiss! After all, the Prince and I have yet to openly tear off each other.

"Master, the other party is already on our side, and you still say that he didn't lose all decorum? How about this! I will go and hire some good men for Master and pat a reliable trusted aide to bring these letters to the Fushe yamen in Surveillance Council. As long as there is no news from us, he will hand these things over to the Surveillance Council in the Fushe Temple. Master, what do you think? "

"Good!" In order to survive, this was the only way! "I will tell you where the things are. Later, I will find you a trustworthy person and you can go with him to get everything. This matter shall then be carried out!"

"May I know who you are looking for to act with me?"

"Which ?" Call it Wang Erpi! He was cautious, quick-witted, and quick to react! "I don't need to worry about this matter either!"

"Master, his face can already be made into a sesame seed cake! I'm afraid I can't come and work for my lord anymore! "

"He's dead? That's called Zhao San Gou. Even though he is small and thin, his legs are extremely quick, and he specializes in light movement, especially when using both hands and feet, he is just like a nimble monkey! "

"Old master, his five limbs have been removed completely. I'm afraid that even if he were still alive, he wouldn't be able to do anything!"

"What?! He's dead too?!" "That's called..."

"Master, when we escaped, besides the items that were looted, only the elderly, women, and children were left in the Residence!"

"This ?" This was simply going too far! "I, your father, am the one who gave them the money and hung up before they even started their business. Where am I supposed to get it back?!"

"..." Qian Jincheng was speechless.