Northern Prefecture Rivers and Mountains

Chapter 37 Loophole
At this time, Huan Hong waved the feather fan in his hand, and a row of dancers came slowly, swaying their waists.

Liu Yi was popular and cheerful, which attracted a lot of compliments.

"The governor of Chengyang must be Xile!"

"I hope you will be both civil and military, and given time, you will surely bring honor to our family."

Liu Daogui got goosebumps after hearing this, and couldn't help but laugh inwardly. They were celebrating before anything was even decided...

Huan Hong lay on the couch, and two charming dancers fed a dark red pill into his mouth.

The same was true for several other "famous people". After taking the elixir, a strange blush immediately appeared on their faces. Some of them took off their shirts and followed the dancers in the hall to "dance gracefully", acting unrestrained.

When people are in such an environment, they are bound to feel dazed.

Liu Daogui just wanted it to end soon. It wasn't because he was aloof, but the honest officials and celebrities at the top seats were served by dancers, while the corrupt officials at the bottom seats could only watch helplessly.

You are not even allowed to see the whole thing, as they block it with a screen, allowing shadows to appear and all sorts of sounds to be heard.

Liu Daogui and Gao Xun were both hot-blooded men, and such situations made them feel awkward and uncomfortable.

Huan Hong felt that it was not enjoyable or elegant, so he went to the inner hall with a few gorgeous dancers and catamites...

Liu Daogui felt sick.

This is also what is called "elegance of celebrity".

The Jin Dynasty court, from top to bottom, is all like this...

At this time, Liu Yi came over with a bottle of wine, his face full of smiles, "You and I both serve Envoy Huan, I hope General Liu will not be offended."

"How dare I! You and I are both from the Liu family. We should take care of each other from now on."

"Hahaha, you can rest assured. If you encounter difficulties in the future, you can tell me my name. I'm sure no one will dare to embarrass you."

"Hmph..." Gao Xun looked unhappy, still brooding over the Chengyang prefect.

For people from poor families or small noble families, opportunities are rare.

Liu Daogui is nineteen years old this year. Even though he is just a nominal governor of a foreign county, his future is limitless.

"I'm new here, and if Liu Ziyi hadn't stepped in, I wouldn't know where to start."

"Okay, okay. I'll take care of everything from now on." Liu Yi took advantage of the situation and shamelessly called himself "brother".

Liu Daogui also noticed that this person liked to brag about himself.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, he was eager to flatter Huan Hong.

Liu Daogui's ears finally felt much quieter.

This kind of banquet usually lasts all night long, with fine wine, female entertainers, and Wu Shi San being served in turn, but it is obvious that it has nothing to do with the corrupt officials from poor families. Only after the noise lasts for most of the night can the corrupt officials leave.

Liu Daogui was pardoned.

On the way back, Gao Xun was still indignant.

Liu Daogui said with an open mind: "If it is destined to happen, it will happen eventually; if it is not destined to happen, don't force it."

Gao Xun was stunned. "This statement... is quite profound. I am not well-educated and have never heard of it before."

"I also heard it from the hermit." Liu Daogui made up an excuse.

Gao Xun didn't ask further, "Are you going to check on the 3,000 dan of grain?"

"The mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind it. Someone is standing in the open for us. Why don't we investigate?" Liu Daogui vaguely felt that this was an opportunity.

Maybe we can even find something to hold against Liu Yi and the Tianshi Dao.

Taking a step back, if Liu Yi failed, the court might really abolish the General's Office, and both Liu Daogui and Gao Xun would be in trouble.

"The spy must be Du Shunu, otherwise how could Liu Yi know that he is related to Sun Yizhi by such a coincidence? I will chop off his head when I get back!" Gao Xun was really angry.

In reality, these events had little to do with him, and he could have simply stood aside and watched. However, he offered his full support, demonstrating his generosity and straightforwardness.

"Killing Du Shunu will alert the enemy. There are spies who are dead and who are counter-spies. If used properly, they can be very effective."

Without support or family background, you can only use your brain and make use of everything you can.

Gao Xun stopped and stared at Liu Daogui in amazement. "Your future will definitely be limitless. Not only you, but the rest of the Liu family are also heroes."

In this era, it is impossible for a family to rise up by relying on one person alone.

There are indeed many heroes among the Liu family of Pengcheng. In addition to Liu Yu and Liu Daogui, Liu Huaisu, Liu Zun and Liu Guangzhi are all capable of military affairs. Even the young Liu Zhong has shown extraordinary talent.

Unfortunately, Liu Laozhi always kept his eyes on the upper level and rarely promoted talented people in the clan.

Liu Laozhi came from a family of generals. His father, Liu Jian, was the first general to conquer the enemy. Influenced by the prevailing ethos of the time, he naturally looked down on his poorer relatives.

"Brother Gao is both talented in literature and martial arts, he values ​​friendship and loyalty, and he is also a hero." Liu Daogui treated him as his own.

"Shame on you..." Gao Xun's pretty face turned red.

When we returned to the government office, it was just daybreak and Liu Zhong, Liu Guangzhi and others had just returned.

Seeing their posture, Liu Daogui knew that they must have gained something. "What did you find out?"

Liu Zhong said, "That batch of grain is in Yandu. Sun Yizhi stole it, using internal and external collusion, and it was never transported away. The Tianshi Dao used this batch of grain to bribe the refugees from the north and expand their power."

"It's happening right under our noses." Gao Xun was amazed.

Liu Daogui always thought that the grain was in Guangling City, but he didn't expect it to be hidden in Yandu County.

Knowing where the food is means you have control over the outcome of the game and are invincible.

However, Liu Daogui still had a doubt in his mind.

"Old man, why do you get up so early? What are you trying to do?" Liu Zun's rough voice came from outside the yard.

"I'm used to getting up early, walking around and stretching my muscles." Du Shunu's dry voice came.

"Get away from me, or I'll chop off your head."

"Why are you so angry so early in the morning? How about I find you two women to cool you down?"

"Get out of here, bastard!" Liu Zun was furious.

The matter of Sun Yizhi must have been leaked to Liu Yi by Du Shunu, so he must have monitored Sun Yizhi before.

Liu Daogui shouted outside, "Since you're here, I have some questions. Please tell me the truth."

Du Shu Nu came trotting over with a flattering smile on his face, "I will tell you everything I know!"

"You must know where Sun Yizhi's grave is. Please lead the way so that we can go there to pay our respects." Liu Daogui did not give him any room to evade.

Everyone in the courtyard was stunned.

Gao Xun said, "Daozhe, why are you doing this?"

Liu Heibi also curled his lips, "It's so early in the morning, aren't you afraid of being affected by the bad luck of the dead?"

Du Shu Nu quickly agreed, "Why worship a dead person?"

However, this sentence indirectly proves that he knew where Sun Yizhi was buried.

Sun Yizhi's surname is Sun, and his name contains the character "zhi", so he is most likely from the Sun family of Langya. He has a high status in the Tianshi Dao and successfully sneaked into the General Zhenglu's Mansion.

It is somewhat unreasonable to sacrifice such an important person for 3,000 dan of grain. There must be something fishy about it.

Follow the clues and follow this person, you will definitely be right.

The biggest loophole of Tianshi Dao this time is Sun Yizhi.

(End of this chapter)