Chapter 207

Ye Xiaotian had almost smashed the gavel into pieces when he finally caught the attention of Dai Chonghua and Zhang Yi. Ye Xiaotian loudly said: "Sirs, since you want me to interrogate you, I hope that you will abide by the rules of the Interrogation Office. If you continue to shout at me in the courtroom, I will have to ask the prefectural magistrate to find someone else!"

Dai Tongzhi and Zhang Tushe forcefully pushed their raised arms apart and looked at each other resentfully. Ye Xiaotian coughed and said: "This is a murder case and cannot be treated lightly. Zhang Tushe's verbal accusation is not enough. I hope that Lord Tushe can prepare a statement and submit it to me. "

Ye Xiaotian finished speaking to Zhang Tushe and continued: "When I interrogate a case, I will never listen to one side of the story. Since Dai Tongzhi's daughter is an important witness in this case, she should also be interrogated in court. However, since Dai Tongzhi's daughter is ill and should not be brought to court, I will extend the time limit for a few days. "

Zhang Tushe was about to protest when Ye Xiaotian's tone became more serious: "Moreover, this is a murder case. According to the law, I must go to the crime scene and have the coroner examine the corpse to confirm if there are any other causes of death. All of this will require time, therefore …"

Ye Xiaotian slammed the gavel and shouted: "Escort the suspect, Pu Jie, back to the prison. Zhang Tushe, please submit your petition to me afterwards. Tomorrow morning, I will personally go to Mount Ling Zhang to examine the crime scene. After the coroner produces the 'Examination Record', it will not be too late for me to continue the trial. Dismissed! "

Finished speaking, Ye Xiaotian flung his sleeves and strode away. Seeing that Zhang Tushe and Lord Dai were still standing in the courtroom, while the presiding judge had already slipped away, the bailiffs did not know what to do.

Originally, one had to shout 'Tang Wei' when going to court and 'Beat a retreat' when leaving the courtroom. However, seeing Lord Tushe and Lord Tongzhi's aggressive attitude, the bailiff did not have the courage to raise his drumsticks. Zhang Yi coldly glanced at Dai Tongzhi and roared to his subordinates: "What are you all standing around for? Hurry and find me a lawyer to write a petition!"

Li Qiuchi stood by the table and looked at Zhang Tushe covetously. Write a petition? He's an expert! Li Qiuchi had been a lawyer for too long and had not completely changed his role yet.

Looking at Zhang Yi's hateful back, Dai Tongzhi laughed coldly and also walked out. Pu Zongji took the opportunity to rush to his son's side. Pu Zongji was also a respected figure in this city. Jailer Ren Yibing turned a blind eye and pretended not to see anything. Only when the father and son said their tearful farewells did she order people to take Pu Jie away.

Jailer Ren Yibing walked in front with her hands behind her back. Four jailers escorted Pu Jie, who was fully shackled and walked behind. The prison wasn't far from the Torture Chamber, just in the northwest corner of the magistrate's office. They were walking along the courtyard wall outside the magistrate's office towards the northwest corner when a person suddenly appeared from the side of the road and shouted: "Pu Jie!"

Pu Jie was dragging his shackles forward with a lifeless look in his eyes when he suddenly heard someone call him. He looked up in shock and saw a shining blade fiercely chopping down at him. The saber brushed past the wooden shackles and flashed across Pu Jie's neck. His head rolled on the ground with an indescribable expression on his face.

Jailer Ren and the four jailers were stunned by this scene. They never would have imagined that someone would commit murder right next to the magistrate's office. Moreover, the murderer was a criminal who had been convicted of murder.

That person actually didn't run away after chopping off Pu Jie's head. He just stood there with his blade and shouted: "I am Zhang Xiaotian's younger brother. This scoundrel killed my older brother and even slandered my brother's clean reputation. I, Zhang Xiaoquan, today will kill this scoundrel for my older brother. Isn't it great! Haha … "

… …

"You unfilial son, you really piss me off!" Zhang Xiaoquan had just stood up when his father, Zhang Yi, kicked him to the ground. When he got back up, he kicked him again and fell heavily to the ground again.

Zhang Xiaoquan, who had killed Pu Jie, was brought back to the Torture Hall by Jailer Ren. Ye Xiaotian was in the side hall discussing this headache inducing case with Li Qiuchi. When he heard that something like this had happened, he immediately sent someone to find Zhang Tushe.

Zhang Tushe had not left yet. After he left the Torture Hall, he went to the back of the magistrate's office and was complaining to his older brother, Zhang Duo. When he heard that his son had come and killed Pu Jie, Zhang Yi was furious.

Zhang Tushe hurried to the Torture Hall. When he saw his son standing in the hall, he jumped over and kicked him, sending his son rolling on the ground. Zhang Tushe pointed at Zhang Xiaoquan and shouted: "You bastard, weren't you in the tribe? Why did you come to the city? Why did you kill Pu Jie?"

Zhang Xiaoquan fiercely wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and said angrily: "Father! Who are we? We are the Zhang family! We are Tong Ren's masters! Who does Pu Jie think he is? His great grandfather was a cook for the Dai tribe. Because he served the tribe well, he was promoted to a small head. After three generations, he finally climbed to the big head position. In the end, he was just a servant of the Dai tribe. But he dared to kill my big brother … "

When Zhang Xiaoquan said this, he couldn't help but burst into tears. He hit his chest and said angrily: "A life for a life, a debt must be paid! Pu Jie personally admitted that he killed my big brother, but the Imperial Judge sided with the Dai tribe and wanted to postpone the trial. What trial? Do you want to prove that my big brother died? As long as Pu Jie is alive, my Zhang family will be humiliated. Even if I have to give up my life, I will not allow the enemy who killed my big brother to live in this world! "

Zhang Yi was so angry that he felt dizzy. He trembled and said: "You … you bastard! Who told you that Pu Jie confessed? Who told you that the person who killed your big brother was Pu Jie? "

Zhang Xiaoquan said: "Father, when I heard that my big brother was killed in the tribe, I immediately rushed here. Just now, I asked the bailiff and found out that Pu Jie had confessed. But the Imperial Judge refused to convict him. If he did not cover up, then why? If the Imperial Judge does not uphold justice for my Zhang family, then I will use the knife in my hand to demand justice! "

"You …" Zhang Yi was so angry at this muddle-headed and reckless son of a b * tch that his mouth and eyes became crooked. His finger trembled as he pointed at Zhang Xiaoquan. Suddenly, his eyes rolled back and he fainted.

Ye Xiaotian was shocked and hurriedly ordered: "Zhang Tu She fainted due to anger. Quick! Quickly carry him to the small hall for treatment. Call a doctor over. "

Governor Zhang Bin cautiously said: "Your Excellency, this Zhang Xiaoquan killed Pu Jie. What do you think …"

Ye Xiaotian sighed and said with a heavy expression, "Speaking of which, Pu Jie was seeking death, and Zhang Xiaoquan was avenging his brother. His crime is unforgivable, but it is pardonable. As for how to deal with this matter, let me report the whole story to the Prefectural Magistrate and let him decide!"

Ye Xiaotian walked out of the hall with Li Qiuchi following closely behind. The two left the Torture Chamber and came to the main courtyard. Li Qiuchi suddenly took a few steps forward and went in front of Ye Xiaotian. He bowed deeply and said with a smile: "Congratulations Dongweng, congratulations Dongweng. Dongweng is blessed with good fortune. With Pu Jie's death, this case will no longer be a problem."

Ye Xiaotian 'coughed' and put on a stern face, reprimanding: "What kind of words are these? It is improper! Do I look like someone who is afraid of trouble?! I was just about to uncover the truth and let the plaintiff and the defendant be convinced. Who would have thought that Pu Jie would die. There were three people at the top of the pagoda and now two are dead. Dead men tell no tales. It is truly regrettable. "

Ye Xiaotian said in a serious manner. In the end, he couldn't hold back his smile. He opened his mouth and even his molars were exposed.

When Ye Xiaotian saw Prefectural Magistrate Zhang, Prefectural Magistrate Zhang was eating heartily.

Fatty Zhang had an embroidered silk napkin tied around his neck and was eating heartily. It had been hard on him these days. The Guoji family and the Yu family were in constant conflict. Now, the Zhang family had a dispute with the Dai family, which he relied on. Fatty Zhang was so worried that his appetite was greatly reduced.

Just now, his second brother ran over from the Torture Chamber to talk to him. Listening to him, he was very annoyed. Just then, someone rushed in to report that Zhang Yi's son, Zhang Xiaoquan, had killed Pu Jie on the street. Fatty Zhang was overjoyed. The problem that had been giving him a headache had been easily solved.

Fatty Zhang's appetite was greatly improved. He immediately ordered the kitchen to give him another meal. When Ye Xiaotian saw Fatty Zhang, he told him how to handle the matter. Fatty Zhang ate and nodded his head in agreement. Ye Xiaotian probed: "But I don't know if Zhang Tu She will accept this result …"

Fatty Zhang wiped his oily mouth and said: "Pu Jie is already dead. What can he do if he doesn't accept it? If this case continues, will there be any more flowers to be found? Moreover, Pu Jie has already admitted his guilt. Just do as I said. As for Lao Er, I will tell him. With such a happy ending, what can he be dissatisfied with? "

…

At night, the pier was quiet. There was no sign of the hustle and bustle of the day. On the tall lampposts, two lanterns swayed gently. The ships docked at the pier rose and fell gently with the flow of the river. Only a short thatched hut at the corner of the pier was lit. A group of boatmen were gambling.

Unbeknownst to them, a group of warriors with swords suddenly appeared, standing guard every three steps from outside the pier all the way to a large ship in front of the pier. After a long time, two lanterns slowly walked in this direction. Two warriors with swords were in the front, a middle-aged man wearing white robe and a jade belt followed behind them in a refined and refined manner. It was none other than Dai Tongzhi.

Two lanterns led the way, leading Dai Tongzhi to board the big ship. The big ship quietly left the pier, drifting along the Jinjiang River to a distant place.

The cabin curtain was lifted and Dai Tongzhi slowly walked into the cabin. There were dozens of people tied up in the cabin. There were men and women, old and young. They were all tied up tightly and their mouths were stuffed with sackcloth. As soon as he saw Dai Tongzhi come in, the tightly tied up Pu Zongji's eyes immediately bulged out. He struggled desperately to sit up.

Dai Tongzhi walked to his side, raised a foot, and stepped on Pu Zongji's face with the sole of his boot, as if he was crushing a bug. Only when Pu Zongji stopped struggling, did Dai Tongzhi slowly bend down. He still had a warm smile on his face, "I've given you a village, and you still think it's not enough? You still want my shop and boat company. Do you know how much money I spent to bribe the bastard son of Zhang Yi? Only 1500 taels! "

Dai Tongzhi lifted his foot from Pu Zongji's face and lightly said: "Sink the river!"

Pu Zongji whimpered. His face was red and he seemed to want to say something. Unfortunately, his mouth was stuffed with sackcloth and he could not say anything. Dai Tongzhi turned and walked out. He coldly said: "This is the result of greed!"