Chapter 6, Little Maid Xiao Rou.

Hu Guiyang took the opportunity to bypass Hu Gui Da, "My adoptive father has already gone missing. If we don't act quickly, I'm afraid even the maidservant will disappear."

Leader Hu Guishen had to speak up. He first said to Hu Guiyang, "Third Brother, say less." Then he turned to Old Five Hu Gui and said fiercely, "Old Five, what do you think?"

Hu Guiyang looked up at the sky and said, "This is all taught to us by our adoptive father."

"Sanliuge, are you saying that one of our brothers stole the remains?"

If I hadn't insisted on checking the body, perhaps you would only have realized that the coffin was too light on the day of the funeral - but not necessarily, as the coffin chosen by my adoptive father was thick and heavy, and the absence of one body wouldn't have made it much lighter.

Well, you just called... called...

The sons of righteousness divided into several groups in the courtyard, and a few people stayed by Hu Guiyang's side. Hu Gui asked, "How could the body of the adoptive father be missing? Everyone was at home. Even if someone stole the body, they couldn't have taken it out."

Hu Guiyang made a driving motion, and everyone had to withdraw. Lao Wu Hu Gui walked at the back and whispered, "We must find the body and find out who did it..." Hu Gui glanced at his brothers walking in front and said no more.

Hu Guishen is, after all, the nominal eldest brother. Only when he stood by the coffin, all that needed to be said had been said. He happened to see Hu Guiyang and waved, "Brother Sanliu, come here."

Don't you want to retrieve the remains of your adoptive father?

Sun Ershen's voice joined in, "Alright, it's late at night. Just say a few words and rest early. There will be plenty of things to do tomorrow."

Hu Guiyang pondered for a moment, turned his gaze to the other brothers, and only let out a long sigh after everyone nodded or spoke up, saying, "Well, since all of you insist, I will reluctantly agree, but as for my requirements, I do have a few."

A crowd gathered to take a look, then glared angrily at Hu Guiyang as if it was all his fault.

I want to, but I don't have the ability to take the lead in investigating the case. I'd better assist Big Brother and Fifth Brother.

This is the only explanation, unless there are really ghosts and gods in the world.

Hu Guiyang shook his head and said, "I won't do it. It's obvious that you're pushing me into a fire pit."

Hu Guiyang coughed again and said, "I want to ask about my adoptive father. Why did Xiao Rou say that he was killed by a demon fox?"

If you have a beautiful appearance, I will also be courteous to you," said Hu Guiyang with a smile.

Hu Gui pulled San Liu Ge's sleeve and asked him to speak less.

In the hall, there is still a coffin placed in the middle. The adopted sons are arranged on both sides according to their birth order, and Hu Guiyang and Hu Guida stand in their respective positions.

Hu Guimeng said, "Yes, during the investigation, you are our leader, and everyone listens to you."

I am Hu Guiyang, and there is also Hu Guida. He is ranked thirty-nine, not tall, and often runs errands for his adoptive father...

Well? My stepfather didn't...

Who are you asking this question for? Big brother or fifth brother?

Valuing romantic relationships over friendships, don't hesitate to speak up.

At least fifteen nominal sons have seen the body of their adoptive father with their own eyes, among whom seven or eight have even touched it with their own hands. Hu Guimeng, the fifth son, was one of the pallbearers, so he was more surprised and unexpected than others. He leaned forward and stared at the empty coffin for a while, unable to speak for a long time.

After my godmother passed away, my adoptive father bought several maidservants and indulged in pleasure-seeking. He set a bad example and taught us the lesson that years of hard work are in vain, while wine and women are the most tangible things in life.

There was silence inside the door for a moment. Aunt Sun said, "Alright, you can stand outside. I'll bring Xiao Rou out and you can talk through the door. After all, this is someone's home, we must follow some rules. Zhao Big Brother is gone, you all need to be more careful and cautious."

If you don't want to answer, forget it. I'm going to the backyard.

I... I was so frightened that I mistook the old injuries on the master's body for new ones, thinking... I was just speaking carelessly, it's not true...

There was a lot of discussion among everyone. Hu Guiyang remained silent at first, but suddenly said, "Maybe it was my adoptive father who walked out by himself."

Secondly, since this is an investigation, there is no room for brotherly affection. If there are any mistakes, I ask my brothers for forgiveness in advance. If there are any issues with Big Brother or Fifth Brother, please do not avoid me. Otherwise, I can only suspect that you have ulterior motives.

Pff, you're talking nonsense again. My adoptive father never meant that.

Hu Guiyang sighed and said as he walked out, "I've said it before, I can't handle this matter. In the end, it's still up to Big Brother and Fifth Brother to step in."

Yes, Auntie Er is right. Hu Guiyang became even more polite, while Hu Guida standing beside couldn't help but sneer.

Well, let's meet the most beloved maid of my adoptive father, Xiao Rou, whom my brothers can't forget.

Hu Guiyang put down the coffin, chuckled, "Which brother is so good at joking, actually hiding his adoptive father."

Yuan Bin is the biggest backer for Zhao Ying and her adopted sons. Everything must have his support to be considered legitimate. This requirement is not excessive, and Hu Guishen, Hu Guimeng, and others all agree.

Master, thank you for your concern. During the day, I was flustered and said many things I shouldn't have said. Please ask the young masters to forgive me on behalf of the servant.

The gate between the courtyards was tightly closed. Hu Guiyang lightly knocked on it twice. Hu Guida still followed, but did not try to stop him again.

The footsteps inside the door fade away. Hu Gui said in a low voice, "Brother Sanliu, you have never been so polite to us before."

Hu Guida reminded in a low voice: "Ask about important matters."

Hu Guimeng frowned tightly, and the boss Hu Guishen inserted and said, "Your foster father mentioned your name alone before he passed away. Everyone heard it. Sanliu, the matter still needs to be handed over to you, including the - map - book. If you have any requirements, just say it. In front of all the brothers, both I and Laowu will definitely satisfy."

Hu Guiyang walked among the crowd and headed outward. Hu Gui, his younger brother, whispered beside him, "Brother Sanliu, shouldn't you stay?"

Hu Guiyang had no choice but to walk up to his eldest brother and take another look inside the coffin, only to find it still empty.

Hu Guishen hesitated in silence. Lao Wu Hu Guimeng stepped forward and said, "It can only be you, no one else can do it."

Hey, Xiaosanjiu, you've grown up knowing how to feel embarrassed and lie.

Hu Guiyang did not answer, but raised his hand to point at the sky. Hu Gui looked up and saw nothing but a lonely and cold crescent moon.

That's good. I'll mention the other conditions later when I remember. Now, please all of you go out. I want to be alone with my adoptive father for a while.

The night falls, with the cold moon hanging high and the chilly wind blowing. Although there are about thirty people standing in the courtyard, several henchmen still feel a wave of fear upon hearing Hu Guiyang's words.

Hu Guiyang just nodded. After everyone had left, he returned to the coffin and muttered to himself, "Adoptive father, you have really posed a difficult problem."

Backyard?

After waiting for a while, there was a rustling sound from behind the door, followed by the rough and harsh voice of Aunt Sun's husband, "You can talk now. Xiao Rou, don't be afraid, I'm standing here, no one dares to bully you."

Hu Guiyang coughed and said, "Xiao Rou, you're not having a good day, are you?"

Yes, it means valuing romantic relationships over friendships.

The first few sentences are reasonable, but the last two sentences are a bit excessive. Even though Hu Guiyang said them with a smile, Hu Guishen and Hu Guimeng still felt embarrassed. One coughed a few times, and the other glared angrily.

I have discussed with my fifth brother, and we have decided that you should continue to investigate the matter of our adoptive father's missing body.

Firstly, tomorrow morning I will go to the Jinyiwei to meet with Mr. Yuan. If I obtain his permission and appointment, I will take over this case. If Mr. Yuan disagrees or speaks ambiguously, then I will give up.

When approaching the front entrance, Hu Gui let out a deep sigh and said, "I would rather this be the work of ghosts and gods."