You can't only love the Qing Dynasty when you're eating the fruits of others' labor.

Chapter 64 Suksahar, your secret has been exposed!

Jiang Qingyun recounted in detail:
"There is a gang near Tongzhou called the Axe Gang. They occupy the canal wharf, make a living by transporting goods, have hundreds of members, are tightly organized, and pride themselves on their loyalty."

"Find a slightly chivalrous government official to act as an undercover agent. I've already thought of the specific procedures for you. First, arrest a low-ranking member of the Axe Gang and imprison him, have the undercover agent take care of him, and then release him, thus establishing a connection with the Axe Gang."

“When necessary, we can even use our undercover agents to tip off others and make them key members of the Axe Gang.”

"Remember, only infiltrate, only gather intelligence, only befriend others, and report all information to me."

"Furthermore, only you need to know that this is my arrangement. Otherwise—"

"Rest assured, my benefactor."

After repeating his request, Wu Jinyan quietly left.

……

next day~
Jiang Qingyun then approached his father-in-law and made the same request.

Jiang Deshun, the head镖师 (bodyguard/escort), had extensive connections in the underworld, and immediately patted his chest to guarantee that he would handle things perfectly.

Jiangnan listened in the background the whole time.

There's no need to hide this from her. First, she was at the scene of the assassination. Second, it was entrusted to her father.

Before leaving.

Jiang Qingyun: "Madam, please see her off."

He would not personally escort Jiang Deshun out of the mansion, as this would be contrary to etiquette.

If you've traveled back in time, you should adapt to local customs. There's no need to try to modernize such trivial matters, which would only make things more ridiculous.

In short, you must act like an official of the Qing Dynasty!

Jiang Nan accompanied Jiang Deshun to the gate of the mansion and presented him with a black fox fur coat, a box of ginseng, and a silver note with a face value of 50 taels.

"Okay, okay."

Jiang Deshun beamed with joy, extremely satisfied with the marriage.

"Jiangnan, you are now the legal wife of a fourth-rank official, so there are some things you need to pay attention to."

"What does Father mean?"

"My son-in-law's inner quarters are deserted and quiet, it's outrageous. I won't say any more, I'm going to go and see your brother."

……

I saw my father off.

In the bedroom, Jiangnan couldn't help but ask a question that had been on his mind for a long time.

"My husband, I always feel that you are not like an official."

"What do I look like?"

"You're like a chivalrous knight-errant who infiltrates the imperial court, ready to launch an armed uprising in the capital at any opportunity."

"Madam, you are mistaken. I am not a knight-errant; knights-errant cannot change the world. I, however, am here to change the world and create an ideal society."

"What does it look like?"

"First and foremost, it's about fairness! We don't pursue absolute fairness, but we can uphold the bottom line of fairness and try our best to maintain relative fairness."

"Then, husband, what is your purpose in sending men to infiltrate the Axe Gang?"

"The Axe Gang will either be used by me or eliminated by force."

……

"Husband, you seem to dislike the martial world?"

"Because there is no order in the martial arts world, only fighting and killing, so-called loyalty is just a facade. Even if there are a few so-called heroes, they can't change much."

Jiang Qingyun picked up his pen and wrote: Common stance, unified goal, strict discipline.

Jiangnan shook her head; she didn't quite understand it.

The feeling of blood ties made her more dependent on the man before her. Marriage before love was common for women in feudal times.

Love is inherently fragile, but it becomes resilient when wrapped in obligations and responsibilities.

Jiang Qingyun reached out and embraced him, feeling the powerful upper body of an excellent archer.

Instructions:

"Madam, you are pregnant, so you need to be extra careful in your daily life."

"The doctor said the baby's position is stable and there's nothing to worry about."

"It's better to be cautious."

"Thank you, husband."

Jiangnan lowered her head shyly. Although her little thoughts had been seen through, she still felt sweet inside because she felt the care from her husband.

It's not necessarily a bad thing for women to have somewhat feudalistic ideas. He pondered for a moment:

"Doctor Wu said that I have too few wives and concubines in my household, which is not in line with my age or my rank."

"Physician Wu is highly skilled and of noble character. It is excellent that you follow his advice, my husband. Do you have a woman you fancy? If so, I will take care of her."

Jiangnan spoke very seriously.

It is a matter of course for a husband to take a concubine.

"No."

Jiang Qingyun thought to himself, Liu Zhangtai and Hong Tao are both suspicious people, not as reliable as his own calico cat.

But~
The image of Lady Liu, both dignified and charming, flooded her mind again. Cultivating oneself in the mortal world—how intriguing! She almost forgot that the young Emperor Shunzhi was still eagerly awaiting her assistance.

……

East City.

"My lord, we have arrived. This is Suksaha's residence."

"Knock on the door."

Jiang Qingyun was arrogant and domineering, and his subordinates, influenced by his example, also became quite arrogant.

No matter how grand your mansion is, they just grabbed the copper rings on the gate and started hammering. As a result, the two vermilion-lacquered and copper-nailed gates of the Suksaha Mansion were banged loudly.

"Come on, come on."

The doorman scurried over, opened the door, and stared in astonishment at the four armored guards.

"May I ask you?"

"Lord Jiang, the Left Vice Censor-in-Chief, has arrived. Please have your master come out to greet him."

……

Imperial Censor Jiang was renowned throughout the capital. He beat up his colleagues in the yamen, humiliated Fan Wencheng in the imperial city, and slapped Ajige at Xizhimen. All sorts of true and false stories flew around.

In short, arrogant!
Suksahaben was taking a nap when he suddenly jumped up and ran to the gate of the mansion. In his haste, he lost one of his shoes.

"Greetings, Grand Censor-in-Chief."

"Lord Su, you are a Manchu and a hereditary baron. By all accounts, I should pay my respects to you, shouldn't I?"

"Don't dare, don't dare."

Suksaha smiled broadly and extended his right arm.

"Sir, please."

Jiang Qingyun stepped inside, followed silently by eight armored guards, each with their hands on their sword hilts, except for Jiang Bei who carried a copper cudgel.

The doorman didn't say a word, for if he did, he would be beaten.

……

"Imperial Censor Jiang is young and promising, handsome and dashing, skilled in both literature and martial arts, and truly exceptional. Your presence is an honor to my humble abode. Hahaha~"

Suksaha showered him with compliments throughout, frequently bursting into hearty laughter.

However, Jiang Qingyun walked with his hands behind his back, like a creditor coming to his door, cold, silent, and expressionless.

Arrived at the flower hall.

Jiang Qingyun walked over and sat down in the main seat with a nonchalant air.

The eight guards immediately stood on either side, their hands on the hilts of their swords, seemingly oblivious to everyone else.

Suksaha took the teacup from the maid and personally served the tea, his attitude being extremely humble.

"Lord Jiang, please have some tea."

Jiang Qingyun didn't answer, but just looked at him with a half-smile, her eyes filled with mockery, disdain, and a sense of dominance.

It is often said that the eyes are the windows to a person, and that is true.

At this moment, Suksaha's eyes showed fear, embarrassment, worry, and a hint of anger.

……

"Suksaha, you've been caught!"

Dang rang~
The teacup fell to the ground and shattered into pieces.

Jiang Qingyun thought to himself, if there were any ambushes, they would have rushed in and killed him by now.

"Yehenara Sukesaha, a Manchu of the Plain White Banner, came from a distinguished family and was a nobleman. Instead of serving his country and disregarding the Emperor's grace, he sided with Dorgon, lost his conscience, abandoned his principles, and went further and further down the wrong path."

"Suksaha, do you know your crime?"

(End of this chapter)