Chapter 15: Asking Zhan
In the Wei family's blacksmith shop, Mr. Wei Xue was cleaning the dust in the blacksmith shop, while Wei Qing was sorting out the account books at the counter.
There are various iron tools such as sickles, shovels, hoes, and scissors on the shelves, all of which were forged by Wei Yi before.
During this period, the shop also resumed business and was making money every day.
"I don't know how your brother's assessment went?" Wei Xue said suddenly.
"Mom, don't worry, brother, he will be fine!" Wei Qing said with a smile.
"Aunt Wei, are you there?" Meng Shuilian's slightly anxious voice suddenly came from outside the door.
Wei Xue looked at the door in surprise.
Meng Shuilian walked in quickly, looking a little panicked.
"Aunt Wei, it's bad. Uncle Wei's case may be something bad!" "
What!" The broom in Wei Xue's hand fell to the ground, and her whole expression suddenly collapsed.
Wei Qing's expression at the counter also changed drastically, and her eyebrows knitted together.
"I heard from people in the county government that they found new evidence that Uncle Wei colluded with evil cultivators to kill Yuan Liu's son, and they also found a witness." Meng Shuilian said in a heavy voice.
During this time, she helped find some of her father's friends and connections.
I contacted the county government official who was on duty.
Although that person was just an ordinary government servant, he couldn't be of much help.
But she felt that with this connection, she could help to some extent and take care of her.
Let Uncle Wei suffer less in prison.
However, not long ago, the man sent news.
It was said that the county government had found new evidence, and a witness suddenly appeared.
It was proved that Wei Tieshan colluded with evil cultivators and killed Liu Yuanwai's son.
Now that the evidence is conclusive, the county government has reported it to the Ministry of Punishment, and Wei Tieshan may be executed by Qiu Houwen.
Although Meng Shuilian felt that this matter was a bit strange.
It is even suspected that Liu Fugui, the boss of Nabao Xingxing, colluded with the prefect to forge evidence and witnesses in order to convict Wei Tieshan of death.
But they had no evidence, and the case was very unfavorable to Wei Tieshan.
The county government will report it to the Ministry of Criminal Justice for review, and it will most likely be passed.
Moreover, today's Great Yan Dynasty is extremely corrupt, and officials protect each other.
Ordinary people like them simply cannot defeat those officials.
Not to mention the Liu family, a wealthy gentry in Qingzhou City.
So the situation this time can be said to be very bad.
"Sun, where are Taoist Priest Sun and the two Taoist Priests from Yuntian Sect? Aren't they still arresting evil cultivators?" Wei Xue's face turned pale and she asked in panic.
"I heard that Taoist Sun and the others did not find the evil cultivator, so the sect has been restored to its original life long ago!" Meng Shuilian did not hide the matter. After all, it could not be concealed now.
Obviously, the Liu family took this opportunity to take action.
Hearing this, Wei Xue almost collapsed on the ground.
Fortunately, Meng Shuilian caught her and helped her onto a chair.
Wei Qing on the side also quickly stepped forward to help.
Although she was confused at this time and her tears couldn't stop flowing, she knew that she had to take care of her mother.
I can't let my mother collapse anymore, I must be strong.
"Aunt Wei, don't worry. We may still have room for maneuver on this matter. By the way, where is Mr. Wei?" Meng Shuilian comforted her.
"My brother went to take the swordsmith examination and is not at home!" Wei Qing said with sobs.
"Wei Qing, do you think you should inform him? Maybe you can ask him to write a petition and we can go to the government office to appeal. Maybe we can help Uncle Wei buy some time." Meng Shuilian said. In fact, she couldn't think of any good way. .
I can only seek medical treatment in a hurry and do everything possible.
"Don't tell him yet, let him finish the exam with peace of mind. We will tell him after he finishes the exam!"
Wei Xue knew very well that no matter what, Wei Yi could not be affected.
This company will still rely on Wei Yi in the future.
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In the east city of Qingzhou City, inside Liu's residence.
"Qiu Hou asked Zhan, isn't it autumn now? What are you waiting for?" A middle-aged man with a big nose and a fleshy face said with a cold face.
This person is Liu Fugui, the boss of Baoxinghang and a famous wealthy businessman in Qingzhou City. "I don't know what I know. This death penalty case needs to be reported to the Ministry of Punishment for review. The execution can only be carried out after the review is passed.
But don't worry, Mr. Zheng said that there is no problem with this case. Then Wei Tieshan is dead!" The steward next to him bowed. said.
"Beheading is an advantage for him. He beat my son to death. I wish I could chop him into pieces!" Liu Fugui said through gritted teeth.
He is a single descendant of the Liu family, and is now regarded as the last descendant.
The culprit of all this is Wei Tieshan.
In his opinion, Wei Tieshan's ten despicable lives are not worth his precious son.
Even if he were killed, it would still be difficult to eliminate the hatred in his heart.
Although he also believed that evil cultivators were involved in this matter.
But in his opinion, Wei Tieshan must also have a grudge against his son.
It was only because he had the intention of revenge that he took the initiative.
Otherwise, how could it be such a coincidence that he killed his son.
"Wei Tieshan, when you die, I will send your whole family to reunite!" Liu Fugui's eyes flashed with viciousness.
...
Wei Yi, who was in the Sword Making Department, didn't know what was happening at home.
After he had lunch, he continued to build the second sword.
This time, Su He, the commander-in-chief, also came over, ready to watch Wei Yi's blacksmithing.
He also saw the sword forged by Wei Yi, and was equally surprised.
Naturally, Wei Yi was also impressed.
Especially when Du Yujiang said that Wei Yi's forging method was unique.
So he was also curious and wanted to see what was so special about it.
He even ordered Hou Dong to record Wei Yi's blacksmithing process as a technical archive for the Sword Forging Department.
"I didn't expect that a scholar could have such a superb sword-making technique!" Su He exclaimed in admiration.
"Yes, my father once said before that a truly powerful blacksmith never relies on brute strength, but brains. Now I understand!" Du Yujiang looked at Wei Yi with eyes full of admiration and affection.
Throughout the afternoon, Wei Yi kept forging the sword.
Du Yujiang and Su He kept watching from the sidelines, chatting occasionally, but neither one left.
After dinner, Wei Yi basically forged the sword into shape.
"Next, he will start to heat the sword body. You can take a closer look here. When he heats it, he will put the stones into the fire!" Du Yujiang suddenly said.
"What kind of method is this? I've never heard of it before!" Su He was a little surprised.
"Well, this is my first time seeing you too!"
"Hou Dong, please record this process!" Su He patted the table next to him and said to Hou Dong.
"Okay, sir!" Hou Dong nodded, then carefully watched Wei Yi's actions, and wrote quickly, recording the entire process in detail.
When Wei Yi finished heating the sword body, it was already three o'clock in the morning.
The next step is to wait for the sword body to cool down.
So today's assessment ends here. As long as the sword he forges tomorrow also reaches the quality of one bead, he can officially become a ninth-grade swordsmith.
On the way home from the Sword Making Department, Du Yujiang sat in the carriage and fell into deep thought.
He was sure that with Wei Yi's performance and talent today.
It will definitely arouse the interest of Jianfeng Tower.
It is impossible for them to have no one in the Sword Making Department, and today's news cannot be hidden.
So when Wei Yi's assessment ends tomorrow, they will definitely come to snatch people from him.
You must act first to gain the upper hand.
Although he had revealed some words to Wei Yi today, he felt that it was not safe enough.
If you want to completely acquire this talent, you need to show more sincerity and use better methods.
"What should we do?" Du Yujiang frowned.
Suddenly, he thought of Wei Tieshan, and he sat up straight, his eyes flashing.
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(End of chapter)