Chapter 2, Interrogation

The jailer guarding the dungeon hesitated for a moment, but ultimately acted decisively.

The Yuanjiang City Hundred Household Office is situated within a vast estate, which was once the residence of a wealthy merchant. Due to a crackdown on smuggling, the merchant's assets were confiscated, and this location subsequently became the base for the Hundred Household Office

The Jinyiwei originally possessed the authority to execute first and report later; regardless of the truth of this matter, it is actually of no importance

These individuals are truly formidable adversaries

Why

Moreover, during his tenure, he rarely earned any side income

Tong Wurui's sharp gaze was fixed firmly on the corpse on the ground, as he scanned the room.

... ...

A total of fifty taels of silver, which have just been completely consumed

Apart from that, only the compensation payment remains

Take them to the interrogation room

Gazing at the closed door, the few individuals following Tong Wu exchanged glances with one another

Therefore, the authority of the two differs greatly

Others may choose to ignore it, but they cannot

... ...

In the dark and damp dungeon

After all, one is the imperial army directly under the emperor, while the other is an organization that manages the rivers and lakes on behalf of the court

I have a feeling that Lin Mang seems a bit different today

Sir, do we really need to investigate this matter?

Lord Lin!" Tong Wu was the first to clasp his fists in salute

Passing through the dimly lit narrow corridor, I arrived outside a prison cell

The court belongs to the Son of Heaven, but the Son of Heaven does not belong to the court

The so-called energy of the system is exchanged with silver, with one tael of silver equating to a certain amount of energy value

Lin Mang stared angrily at Lin Fu, his eyes filled with confusion

Looking up at Lin Mang, he said solemnly: "Lord Lin, I will take this corpse back with me for now"

At first glance, it is evident that this person is highly skilled

A man practicing martial arts beside him let out a slight cold snort and struck the wooden post with a powerful punch

Soon, a group of people arrived in the inner hall. Lin Mang pointed at the corpse on the ground and said: "This is my family's old servant, who poisoned me in an attempt to seize my family's wealth. After his actions were exposed, he took his own life out of fear of punishment"

Open the door and bring them out! Lin Mang said expressionlessly

In the Jinyiwei, only by becoming a Baihu can one truly step into the middle ranks and possess a degree of influence

A warm current flowed through the body, as if all limbs and bones had been elevated

... ...

His family does have a modest fortune, but his biological father is a kind-hearted person

Sigh. Lin Mang let out a light sigh and turned to say: "Everyone, please follow me."

The public is not particularly convinced by Lin Mang, this young banner.

The index finger pressed against the stone table, quickly sinking to a depth of half a finger.

They are merely ordinary yamen runners, and they do not dare to offend Lin Mang. Even though they have heard that this official is not well-regarded, he is not someone they can bully.

In the training ground, a few people looked at Lin Mang, who was standing outside the arena, and whispered to each other: "Should we go over? After all, he is our superior"

Entering the western courtyard, within the vast training ground, a group of individuals is honing their martial skills

After all, in the Jinyiwei, one speaks of martial prowess and the other of meritorious service and qualifications, yet Lin Mang possesses neither of these two attributes.

Although Lin Fu has a poor natural talent and does not often practice martial arts, focusing more on self-cultivation, he has still achieved the fourth level of acquired skill after more than ten years

Its responsibilities are more about managing the martial arts world.

Lin Fu's eyes held a hint of nonchalance as he choked out, "Young Master... it is I... who coveted the family fortune. I deserve to die for this."

The Jinyiwei established hundreds of offices in various locations, and the highest-ranking position within each office is naturally that of the Chief Officer. Under his command, there are two General Flags, each of which oversees five Sub Flags. Each Sub Flag, in turn, is responsible for ten Jinyiwei.

There are numerous discussions among the crowd

Ding, congratulations to the host for breaking through to the seventh level of the acquired realm

The place where Lin Mang is located is the West Courtyard

As soon as the constable from the yamen departed, Lin Mang mounted his embroidered spring knife and strode towards the hundred households office

He could clearly avoid this strike.

However, I did not expect that killing could also yield energy points

Wait a moment, he wouldn't be thinking of interrogating those few criminals, would he

The North Courtyard is the office of the Chief of the Hundred Households, while the two positions on the east and west are the management offices of the two chief banners

If one's martial arts skills are not high, it is difficult to ensure one's safety

Certainly, the Jinyiwei also possesses this authority, but the Jinyiwei is more focused on supervising the officials, responsible for matters concerning the court and the officials.

However, the compensation during the Ming Dynasty was truly not very high; even for someone like his father, who achieved merit and was promoted, it was only ten taels.

There was no destruction of the scene, but rather an arrival in the courtyard

Tong Wu nodded

In the cell, two men are bound by iron shackles on their hands and feet

This is a specially crafted shackle by the Jinyiwei, designed specifically for martial artists. It is extremely difficult to break free from once it is secured, even for those at the postnatal level of Ninefold.

Continue to improve

The Six Gates is a secret organization that encompasses martial arts masters, spies, constables, and assassins

That fellow has gone to the dungeon

I am Tong Wu, from the Yujiang City shop

I am flattered

When the two individuals saw Lin Mang, their pupils constricted, and a trace of fear flashed in their eyes

It is indeed a misfortune for the family

What is he going to the dungeon for

Lin Mang also stood up and cupped his fists, saying: "May I ask the honorable name of this esteemed gentleman?"

Wang Wei struck the wooden post with a heavy punch, his expression dark and brooding

It is now divided into the East, West, and North after the expansion, along with the Third Hospital

The largest asset in the household today is the income from a few acres of thin farmland, as well as some savings from the salary accumulated.

Although the minor official in the Jinyiwei is at the lowest rank, it is still an official of the seventh grade

Moreover, based on the evidence at the scene, there are no signs of a struggle, and that old servant also possesses martial skills, which indeed aligns more with the possibility of suicide

Tong Wuzhi stated: "Lord Lin, someone has reported a murder case, but I am not sure what exactly has happened"

Lin Mang smiled coldly, "Are you surprised?"

No problem

Wang Wei's expression changed slightly as he hurriedly pulled on his clothes and rushed towards the dungeon

Lin Mang noticed the token at Tong Wu's waist and exclaimed, "Sir Tong, are you an iron badge constable of the Six Doors?"

At that moment, a group of constables entered from outside the courtyard

Most of the funds are used to relieve the impoverished populace, and their lives are not particularly affluent

Several people's expressions changed slightly, and they quickly fell silent

The Iron Cloth Shirt has reached a minor level of mastery, sufficient to withstand ordinary swords and blades

"What are you looking into?" Tong Wu said irritably, "You dare to meddle in the affairs of the Jinyiwei. Just take the body back, leave it in the morgue for two days, and then it can be cremated."

After speaking, he was completely enraged and passed away

Lin Mang furrowed his brows, coveting the family fortune

In the presence of the Jinyiwei, these officials and constables dare not be negligent

The leader is a man with a dark complexion, his features rugged and coarse, with a pair of exceptionally spirited eyes. He rests one hand on the sword at his waist, moving with the grace and power of a fierce tiger descending from the mountain

A hint of a smile unconsciously appeared in Lin Mang's eyes

Regardless of what events may lie behind this, one must be strong in oneself to forge ahead

He quickly waved his hand and said, "Someone, take the body back."

In addition, Lin Mang is an outsider, so it is surprising that anyone would accept him

This statement is merely a way to deceive the gullible

Lin Mang squinted his eyes and walked towards the dungeon with the embroidered spring knife slung over his shoulder

If it were not for Lin Mang's sudden arrival, this position of the small flag should rightfully belong to me

Upon seeing Lin Mang's arrival, they all revealed expressions of surprise.

Ding, after defeating a fourth-tier martial artist, gained energy points +150

Looking at the corpse on the ground, Lin Mang exited the room and sent someone to the government office to report the incident