I have been a county magistrate for ten years. My subordinates insist on giving me a yellow robe.

Seeing that Wang Gang didn't look like he was lying at all, Jiang Yuan was silent for a while.

I really didn't realize that this kid actually has the potential to be a poison master.

"It's a good idea, but don't think about it next time." Jiang Yuan said speechlessly, even though the other person was just a messenger.

But as the old saying goes, when you beat a dog, you have to look at the owner first. He is helping the emperor to pass on the message. If you mess with him, how many heads will Wang Gang have to chop off?

"Oh, okay, I'll tell him that later."

As soon as Wang Gang finished speaking, there was a burst of hurried footsteps at the door.

"Lao Jiang! Lao Jiang! Where the hell are you? Come out right now!"

"Fuck!" Jiang Yuan stood up suddenly. This voice came from Chen Liu!

But doesn't this guy usually serve Duanmu Xiongtu? How could he come here?

Could it be that I haven't seen anything for two or three months, and Duanmu Xiongtu has come to Taiping County again?

What was he after? What could Duanmu Xiongtu possibly be interested in in Taiping County? Could it be a truth bomb being exposed? Or the latest concrete? Hellfire, surely? It couldn't be that gun, could it?

However, before Jiang Yuan could sort out his thoughts, Chen Liu rushed into the room. The moment he saw Jiang Yuan, he immediately pounced on him with shining eyes.

"Old Jiang! Do you know how long His Majesty and I have been waiting for you?"

"Two months! Do you know how we spent these two months? Do you know!"

Jiang Yuan took a weak step back and wiped the spit from his face with his hand: "Brother, I don't know, but can't you get your front teeth fixed?"

"If that doesn't work, how about I pay you a gold...copper coin and fill your tooth with copper?"

"We have a life-long friendship. It's ok that you don't want to give me gold, but you are not willing to give me even silver?" Chen Liu stared at Jiang Yuan with gritted teeth.

"No! Why the hell am I saying this? No more nonsense, Jiang Yuan, hurry up and follow me!"

"Where?"

"Imperial Capital!"

"Is it okay not to go?"

"If I don't go, you...fuck! I shouldn't have read your crappy book. No, come with me right now!" Chen Liu said anxiously.

Jiang Yuan's face was full of helplessness: "Brother, you have to give me some time to prepare, and why are you going to tell me?"

"What if they chop off my head after I go there? Don't I have to leave a descendant for our family first?"

Chen Liu looked at Jiang Yuan angrily. He wanted to attack, but he forced himself to hold back. Instead, he said earnestly, "Jiang Yuan, there's no time to lose. It's really urgent over there. Listen to me, let's go."

"Don't worry about it happening to you. It's definitely a good thing. I've come here with good news for you. Let's discuss the details on the way, okay?"

Chen Liu's attitude made Jiang Yuan hesitate. If Duanmu Xiongtu really wanted to harm him, he could just say it directly. There was no need to play such tricks.

"Well... okay, give me a quarter of an hour. I need to pack up my things and notify the staff."

After Jiang Yuan finished speaking, he immediately began to make arrangements. Wang Gang must go. Li Hu is fast and can run even faster, so it is better to take him along to be prepared.

As for the others, Jiang Yuan thought about it and it seemed that they had nothing missing, as Chen Liu was quite capable in fighting.

Besides, with so many people pouring into Taiping County now, it would be better for Zhao Kai and the others to stay in Taiping County.

A moment later, Li Hu and Wang Gang, carrying large and small bags, stood at the gate of the county government office with Jiang Yuan, and the group immediately got on Chen Liu's carriage.

It only takes two hours by carriage to reach the branch line of Qianlong River, and then go directly to the imperial capital.

After getting on the carriage, Jiang Yuan couldn't help but look at Chen Liu: "What exactly do you want me to do? Now that we're on the carriage, it's time for me to know, right?"

Chen Liu nodded solemnly: "Jiang Yuan, you haven't been in Taiping County these days, so I guess you haven't had time to check the news yet."

"Nonsense, I left with you as soon as I got back." Jiang Yuan said unhappily.

Chen Liu sighed slightly: "The previous emperor passed away, and now the new emperor has ascended the throne..."

"What? The late emperor? Are you talking about him?" Jiang Yuan widened his eyes. He had just seen Duanmu Xiongtu last year. He looked so weak, how could he die suddenly?

"It's like this. The previous emperor's old injuries relapsed and he passed away a few months ago. Now the new emperor has ascended the throne, but I believe you are familiar with the imperial capital."

"The Ning family definitely wants their prince to ascend the throne. They're actively trying to win over officials. They appear humble on the surface, but they're secretly trying to sabotage us, causing your majesty's policies to stall before they even reach the lower levels."

"Unfortunately, those people are so intertwined that if they were to move, it would damage the vitality. Your Majesty is at a loss, so I am asking you to come to the palace to offer some advice."

After Chen Liu finished speaking, Jiang Yuan nodded thoughtfully. Duanmu Yuanchen was a kind-hearted child and not very old. How could he possibly be able to outwit those old foxes from the Ning family?

"I understand what you mean, but you said there was good news, so this doesn't really count." Jiang Yuan said lightly.

Chen Liu nodded heavily and said, "Of course that doesn't count. The good news is that we at the East Factory have found someone. According to the information, he is very likely your father!"

"What the hell?!" Jiang Yuan exclaimed in surprise.

Jiang Qiao has disappeared for so many years, and now he has been found?

"Calm down, calm down." Chen Liu quickly pressed his palm. "I only said suspected, not confirmed. According to the information, this man was arrested from Taiping County, and it was around the same time your father was arrested. Most importantly, this man was sent to prison by the Yang family."

Jiang Yuan nodded thoughtfully: "I understand. Where is that person now?"

"He's still in prison, but I've already arranged the specific rescue operation. As long as you arrive, we can start at any time." Chen Liu said.

Having said that, Jiang Yuan finally understood what these people were thinking.

It's simply that he wants to win over Jiang Yuan, but he doesn't want the Yang family to feel left out and turn to the Ning family.

Don’t say that there is a grudge between the Yang and Ning families. When it comes to matters concerning the survival of the family, no matter how big the grudge is, it can be reconciled.

"Well, I agree. As long as I can rescue the people, I can help deal with the Ning family."

Chen Liu breathed a sigh of relief: "It's good that you agree, but don't worry, we won't let you fight alone. We have also summoned many people to the imperial capital."

Jiang Yuan couldn't help but curl his lips. If it really works, why did they ask me to come?

"Okay, now that we've finished talking about the matter, should we talk about the compensation next?" Jiang Yuan said slowly.

This time, it was clear that he would offend not only the Ning family, but also the officials, big and small, behind them.

You can let me offend people, but you can’t be too rude, right?

"Well, that's what we should do. I have discussed this with His Majesty, and as long as the conditions you propose are within a reasonable range, we can agree to them." Chen Liu said.

Jiang Yuan couldn't help but narrow his eyes. This was the only chance. What was Taiping County lacking the most right now?