Daming: Grandpa Emperor, please get up and sit on my throne!

After recognizing the identity of the person, Zhou Lixuan and Fan Songde's faces changed drastically, and turned completely pale.

Jinyiwei Commander Zhao Feng...

Nowadays, everyone in the world knows that the two most capable Jinyiwei under the young emperor are Song Zhong, the commander of the Jinyiwei, who is in charge of all matters outside the capital and Zhili; and Zhao Feng, who is active in Yingtian Prefecture, monitors the world, and serves closely by the young emperor's side.

When something troubles Zhao Feng enough to personally take action...

That's a big deal!

Fan Songde said with a trembling voice: "He...he...why would he come here in person to block us!?"

Zhou Lixuan pondered for a moment, then secretly bit the tip of his tongue, trying to use the pain to keep himself awake and calm.

Then he swallowed.

He forced an expression uglier than tears and said, "Isn't this... Zhao Chenshi of the Jinyiwei? Did your Excellency... misunderstand something? My brother and I... are both honest businessmen. We always do business honestly and never dare to overstep our bounds or violate the laws of the Ming Dynasty. How could we possibly trouble your Excellency, Zhao, to come here?"

Undercover, secret agent, instigating rebellion...

Each of these is an act of treason.

But he thought about it carefully. Even though the two of them had contact with Zhang Yi and others, it was human nature for businessmen to curry favor with the powerful and wealthy. Moreover, all the details during this period were laid out well and there were no loopholes.

Don't say or admit everything when the other person may not know anything.

It’s better to deal with it first.

Seeing the other party's calm demeanor, Zhao Feng sneered inwardly and asked with interest, "Oh? A businessman hanging out with a current marquis, is there really no problem with that?"

Zhou Lixuan immediately knelt down with a plop.

He immediately confessed: "Your Excellency, we are guilty! My brother and I are guilty! We actually wanted to cling to the powerful, lost our duty, and had no regard for the superiors and the inferiors! We are villains... lard has blinded our hearts and minds, and we only care about scheming!"

It is undeniable that he was mixed up with Zhang Yi and others. It is safer to confess directly than to make excuses repeatedly.

So I won’t deny it.

Fan Songde had been his partner for a long time, so naturally, their tacit understanding was beyond reproach. He also immediately knelt down with a plop, pretending to be extremely terrified, and said in a trembling voice, "My lord... I only met the Marquis of Heqing, the Marquis of Huaiyuan, and the Marquis of Zhuolu when we were drinking and having fun in the pleasure boat. I know that my status is humble, so I'm naturally willing to spend more money to curry favor with these marquises. It was only after a few visits that we finally got to know each other..."

"I know I'm wrong! But I personally think this isn't a crime worthy of death, Lord Zhao! I'll accept any punishment Lord Zhao gives us! But... please have mercy on me and don't throw me into the Imperial Prison..."

"That's the most terrifying place!"

"Master Zhao, please spare my life!"

"..."

Fan Songde acted like a typical commoner, and when he mentioned things like the Jinyiwei and the imperial prison, he was so scared that tears streamed down his face.

If you don’t know, you might really think they are being wronged.

Zhou Lixuan tearfully clarified his relationship with Zhang Yi and the other two, avoiding the main point. Then he forced a fawning smile and said, "Master Zhao, this matter can be...big or small. If I can return home safely, I will definitely remember your great kindness and repay you for your hard work today!"

After saying this, he glanced around at the other Jinyiwei who had surrounded them and said flatteringly, "And to all the Jinyiwei officers, you've all worked hard today. I understand it all! I will definitely not forget to show my respect!"

As he spoke, he took out handfuls of banknotes from his sleeve pocket and held them carefully in both hands.

First, they try to avoid the main issue by playing the victim and trying to gain sympathy, and then they bribe people with money.