days, it will be late.

The sunset shines obliquely, and the afterglow of the setting sun dyes Suzaku Street red.

The street drums outside the Chengtian Gate have been beaten, and from a distance, you can see that the gate of the Imperial City Palace is slowly closing.

The speed of pedestrians on the street increased significantly, and they were in a hurry.

Wang Jingzhi's family lives in Anrenfang, adjacent to Suzaku Street. In terms of geographical location, this place already belongs to Wannian County.

Pei Xingjian, the commander of Chang'an County, now comes to Wannian County, and he always feels a little uncomfortable.

However, in order to prove his conjecture, Pei Xingjian still decided to take a trip to Anrenfang.

Wang Jingzhi's residence is located in the south of Anrenfang, which is not bad in terms of location. The house is not large and is divided into two entrances. He, a man from Nancheng County, is now a plucked phoenix who is not as good as a chicken, although he has a knighthood, he does not dare to open the door on the street. Even the gate is hidden in the winding alley. When Pei Xingjian came to the palace, the door of the mansion was closed, and he didn't see anyone.

In my heart, I was a little more sure.

Pei Xingjian ordered someone to step forward and knock on the door.

He didn't bring Wang Sheng here because there were some knots in his heart during the day, and he couldn't get rid of them for a while.

It stands to reason that Wang Sheng is his confidant, and he has been with him for many years, so he should not be suspicious because of a little thing.

But Pei Xingjian still didn't take him, but arranged for him to find an inn in Anrenfang.

It was impossible for him to stay overnight in the palace, and said that it would not cause a lot of trouble. However, when I estimated that I was leaving, Anrenfang was already closed. Pei Xingjian knew very well in his heart, although on the surface, Chang'an relaxed his vigilance. But in reality, the night curfew has become stricter. At this time, it is not a good idea to travel to Chang'an at night, so it is better to make arrangements in Anrenfang.

The gate of the palace was opened.

A door came out, talked to Pei Xingjian's subordinates, and hurriedly opened the door.

"My family Langjun ordered, Pei Jun came, there is no need to communicate."

Pei Xingjian's heart moved, and he immediately said: "That's tired." ”

He ordered his retinue to stay in the gatehouse, and followed the man straight to the middle hall.

Wang Jingzhi's residence is indeed a little shabby.

The area of the house is not small, but a discerning person can see that it is not carefully arranged, and everything looks very simple.

It's no wonder that Wang Jue died, and Princess Nanping also passed away.

Although Wang Jingzhi ended his exile, the actual situation did not improve.

Princess Nanping is alive and will take care of him secretly. But now, Princess Nanping is gone, Li Zhi may think of Princess Nanping's face and give him some care, but that care will not be too much, and Wang Jingzhi is also more careful.

It's been almost two years since he returned to Beijing, and he's been living here all along, and he even has to be careful about decorating his family's house.

"Keep the promise, long time no see!"

Pei Xingjian waited in the middle hall for a while, and Wang Jingzhi hurriedly walked over.

Keeping the promise is Pei Xingjian's word.

He also hurriedly got up and said, "I've seen a man from Nancheng County." ”

"Haha, it's polite to keep the promise, just call me Huaiyuan."

Wang Jingzhi is actually not very old, less than forty.

But he looked like a pentecost, and his temples were a little gray.

"I took the liberty of inviting the covenant to come today, first, I am overjoyed, please keep the covenant to eat and drink.

Second, I got a pair of paintings and calligraphy a few days ago, and I want to ask you to come and help me taste them. ”

"Brother Huaiyuan, you're welcome."

Pei Xingjian was a little embarrassed, he didn't really know how to greet Wang Jingzhi.

After all, the two had not crossed paths before. Although Pei Xingjian vaguely guessed the reason why Wang Jingzhi invited him to come, he didn't dare to show half a flaw before he was sure. I had to say a few words to Wang Jingzhi, and then changed the topic.

"What painting did Brother Huaiyuan get, can you let the younger brother appreciate it?"

"Keeping the promise is really a gentleman, in that case, let's enjoy the painting first, and then eat and drink.

It just so happens that the caryophyllus in my backyard is blooming, and after we enjoy the paintings, we will enjoy the flowers in the backyard, how about it? ”

"Brother Meiyi, how dare the younger brother refuse?"

After Pei Xingjian finished speaking, he looked impatient and urged Wang Jingzhi to take him to enjoy the painting.

Wang Jingzhi agreed with a smile, led Pei Xingjian out of the middle hall, and after passing through a corridor, he entered the backyard.

This backyard belongs to the backyard and cannot be entered by ordinary people.

The servants inside are also Wang Jingzhi's henchmen, although the number is not large, it can be seen that Wang Jingzhi trusts them very much.

"Where is the painting?"

"It's in the study, please come with me."

Wang Jingzhi took Pei Xingjian to the study, but did not go in.

"The painting is in the house, just enjoy it, I'll go and see how the wine and food are prepared in the kitchen, we won't get drunk tonight."

"Haha, then there is Brother Lao."

Pei Xingjian laughed twice and walked into the study.

Wang Jing glanced around twice, and glanced at the servants on either side, who immediately retreated.

He took a deep breath and stood outside the house for a moment before turning to leave.

After Pei Xingjian entered the study, he saw that the furnishings in the room were very simple, except for some scrolls, there were no calligraphy and paintings.

"Huaiying, come out, I know it's you."

Pei Xingjian shook his head and said, "If I wanted to arrest you, I wouldn't have come alone today." ”

The bookshelf was pushed open with a creak.

It turned out that behind the bookshelf, there was a dark room.

A person walked out of the dark room, he was tall and fat, and he looked very strong, and he waved his hand at Pei Xingjian and said, "Let the second brother bother." ”

The person who came out was none other than Di Renjie.

He looked a little haggard, and he had lost a lot of weight.

But he was in good spirits and still had a smile on his face.

Pei Xingjian looked at him and smiled bitterly, "Huaiying, what do you say you are suffering?" There was such a big commotion? ”

"Second brother, I really have to do it as a last resort.

I knew that Master Mingkong was innocent, how could I watch her die? ”

"But you shouldn't have made such a big move, and you burned down the Chang'an Prison Prison, I don't know how to help you turn around."

"You don't have to turn around, when this matter comes to light, even if the head falls to the ground, I am willing."

"In that case, what are you asking me to do?"

"I want to know with my second brother who the real murderer is."

Pei Xingjian's eyes flashed, but he didn't ask, but sat aside and said softly: "Let me guess, you won't say that the murderer is Master Mingzhen of Lingbao Temple." ”

This time, it was Di Renjie's turn to be stunned.

He immediately said in surprise: "Second brother, has it already come to light?" ”

"What if it comes out? Didn't I tell you that the water in Chang'an is very deep, so you don't want to get involved in it easily? Let me tell you, from the very beginning, I knew that Mingkong was innocent. But Zongzheng Temple's decision, how can I change the Chang'an County Order? I also know that Master Mingzhen is most likely the murderer, and there is someone behind her. ”

"Who?"

"King Wu, Ke."

In the dark room, there was the sound of tables and chairs falling to the ground.

Pei Xingjian's eyes froze, and he immediately looked at the dark room, and at the same time reached out and pressed the hilt of the sword.

"Who, come out?"

"The county gentleman doesn't need to panic, it's a poor nun."

Before the words fell, a graceful figure walked out of the dark room.

She was dressed in a man's attire, wiped her forehead with a black scarf, and covered up Niu Shanmiao.

"You ......"

"Poor Ni is the damn Mingkong."

Pei Xingjian slowly let go of the hand that was gripping the hilt of the sword, looked at Ming Kong and said, "You still dare to come out?" Aren't you afraid that the county will arrest you back? ”

"Even if the county magistrate doesn't catch the poor nuns, he is afraid that the poor nuns will be more than lucky."

"What do you mean by that?"

"On that day, Huaiying and Ami rescued the poor nun from prison, and the poor nun knew that those people would put me to death.

If it weren't for Xiaoyu, the poor nun would be dead by now. In this case, the poor nuns have to fight once and fight to the death with them. ”

"Who is Xiaoyu? What do you mean by that? ”

"Second brother, you don't have to worry, I didn't plan to run away when I appeared in front of you with the mage today.

After you listen to us, whether you want to be arrested or killed, I and the mage will never resist, let you fall, how about it? ”

Pei Xingjian's eyes flashed, and he took off the sword and put it on the table.

"Actually, today Wang Jingzhi sent someone to invite me, and I guessed that it was you.

Originally, I thought you wanted to regret it and ask me for help. I didn't expect ...... Well, in that case, you say, I listen.

But I'll put the ugly words in front of you, and I won't let you two go. ”

Di Renjie and Mingkong glanced at each other, smiled slightly, and sat down in the study.

"Second brother, how is Amiko?"

"You mean, Su Dawei?"

"Exactly."

"He's very good, he made a big fuss in Lingbao Temple a few days ago, and then he fought with us in Furong Lane.

I'm ashamed to say that as the commander of Chang'an County, I didn't know that I had such a powerful person under my command. Rest assured, he's not dead...... But I don't know where I'm hiding now. The reason why I explained that it was really a murderer, and King Wu was also involved, was that I knew it from him. Originally, I didn't believe his words, but now, I'm confused. ”

"What do you mean by that?"

"Mingzhen, now his whereabouts are unknown."

"What?"

Pei Xingjian ignored Di Renjie and his eyes fell on Ming Kong.

Mingkong also looked very haggard, looking like he had just recovered from a serious illness.

Her face was as pale as paper, without a trace of blood.

However, she gave Pei Xingjian a little strange feeling, and always felt that behind her beautiful face, there seemed to be an extremely cold temperament. This kind of temperament makes Pei Xingjian very uncomfortable, and even has some disgust in his heart.

"Master Mingkong, can you help me with my doubts?"

"I don't dare to solve my doubts, the poor nun only knows that he is really a stranger."

"What?"

Pei Xingjian's face changed, "How do you know?" ”

"She used trickery on the poor nuns, and Ami went to Lingbao Temple that day, not to make trouble, but to save the poor nuns."

Di Renjie said: "I can prove this, on the day Master Mingkong was imprisoned, I was also attacked by ghosts on my way home. If it weren't for Ami, I'm afraid I'd be dead. Now that I think about it, the reason why she wanted to attack me was because when I entered the temple with Yang Yizhi to investigate that day, I said to Ming Zhen that I already had clues and would definitely be able to find the murderer. ”

"So, you think Ming is really a murderer?"

"Hmm."

"According to what you say, if Ming Zhen is a stranger, then Su Dawei ......"

Mingkong looked at Di Renjie, and Di Renjie nodded.

"Ami is also an alien, but it didn't last long.

Speaking of which, Ami and the second brother also have a love for incense. As far as I know, he is a subordinate of the Duke of Danyang County. ”

"You mean, Su Dawei is a disciple of Danyang County?"

"I don't know, but it should be."

Pei Xingjian's face was a little ugly.

Di Renjie is right, if Su Dawei is really a disciple of the Duke of Danyang County, then he really has a love for him. Li Keshi, the Duke of Danyang County, is the younger brother of Li Jing, the Duke of Weiguo. And Pei Xingjian was supported by Su Dingfang, and he also performed the disciple ceremony. As for Su Dingfang, he studied the art of war with Li Jing, the Duke of Weiguo, and Li Jing was kind to him, and he was also Li Jing's disciple.

Thief, mom, it's a bit of a mess.

If this is counted, when he Pei Xingjian saw Su Dawei, wouldn't he want to respect Su Dawei as an uncle?

"He's an alien, why don't I know?"

"Second brother, do you still remember that Ami has been in Kunming Pool for a while?"

"Of course I remember, it's still me...... You mean, that's when he became an Inhuman? ”

"Yes."

Di Renjie said: "Not long after he came back, he heard that the mage was going to have an accident, so he didn't tell anyone. ”

"There are eyes without beads, there are eyes without beads!"

Pei Xingjian smiled bitterly and said to Di Renjie: "If I could have found out earlier, maybe there wouldn't have been so much trouble." ”

"I don't blame the second brother for this, it's Ami who doesn't want to tell others.

In fact, no one knows about him becoming an alien except for me and Liu Niangzi. Even the mage learned about it later. ”

"Okay, you go on."

Pei Xingjian turned his head and said to Ming Kong.

"Actually, there's nothing to say, since the accident with the poor nun, I've been thinking about the reason.

After Ami rescued the poor nun, he woke up the poor nun by accident, which reminded the poor nun of something. Ming Zhen is the abbot of the Heavenly King Palace, and is responsible for taking care of the Heavenly King Palace. However, the poor nun found that there was something strange about the Heavenly King's Law in the Heavenly King Palace.

Once, when the poor nun saw Mingzhen, he wiped the Faxiang, as if with blood.

The nobles in the temple frequently lost blood; And Ami reminded the poor nun that during the Eastern Jin Dynasty, Sun En had enshrined strange and trended. So the poor nun doubted, is Ming really in Lingbao Temple to worship weird, with the blood of nobles to worship weird? ”

"So, she's trying to hurt you?"

"Other than that, the poor can't think of a second reason."

"She can kill you directly, why should she borrow someone else's hand?"

"This, I think it's because she killed me, it's easy to expose."

"Then why did she kill Master Minghui?"

"Minghui is so luxurious, and he can't bear the hardships in the temple.

She had a lot of contact with Mingzhen, and Poor Ni had seen her and the two of them arguing. You know, so many noble people lose blood, it's not a trivial matter. However, no one ever said that. Poor Ni wondered, did Minghui have some deal with her? ”

"It's possible."

When Pei Xingjian said this, his words suddenly changed.

"Do you know Nie Su?"

"She is a novice in the temple, she is usually very diligent, and the poor nun has an impression."

"What about De Jong?"

"She's a monk and a shrewd person, and of course the poor nuns know her."

"She's missing."

"Huh?"

Mingkong looked stunned and looked at Pei Xingjian.

Who knows, Pei Xingjian changed the topic again: "By the way, you just said that you fell for Mingzhen's trickery?" ”

"Yes."

"How now?"

Di Renjie was on the side and sighed.

"Second brother, I know you don't believe it, but I saw it with my own eyes.

After Ami went to Lingbao Temple that day, the trickery on the mage attacked. I was in a hurry, and I thought of Brother Huaiyuan as soon as I had an idea. When I was in Guozijian before, I met Huaiyuan and knew that he had learned the art of Zhu You in Lingnan. ”

Pei Xingjian was stunned, "You said Huaiyuan, will you wish youshu?" ”

"Yes!"

Di Renjie's face showed an expression of reminiscence......