Chapter 1811: To reveal what one was intended to hide Chapter 1811: To reveal what one was intended to hide Editor: Henyee Translations First Old Master Fan sneered, his gaze challenging.
Zheng Sangge t his stare head-on.
“Do you share his sentint?” “Absolutely,” First Old Master Fan replied, his tone deliberate.
“We believe in reason and legality.” Zheng Sangge smirked.
“So, you also believe Scribe Jia’s situation has no bearing on your family?” “It’s irrelevant!” Zheng Sangge’s smirk deepened.
“Interesting.
So, the assault on Scribe Jia, leaving him severely injured, is entirely disconnected from the Fan family.
But when did I ntion Scribe Jia?” Realization dawned on the faces of those present.
Indeed, Constable Zheng had never once ntioned Scribe Jia.
The Fan family’s Old Masters had brought him up unprompted.
It was a clear indication of guilt, a slip-up revealing what they sought to conceal… The two Old Masters stood dumbfounded, realizing they’d been outmaneuvered.
Though not admissible in court, the implication was glaring to all present, a humiliating blow.
“Scribe Jia’s assault last night and Constable Zheng’s visit this morning naturally raised suspicions.
Why else would you be here?” First Old Master attempted to rationalize.
Zheng Sangge scoffed.
“You truly don’t know why I’m here?
Yet, you imdiately jump to the conclusion of Scribe Jia’s involvent.
Perhaps you’re overly perceptive or conveniently forgetful?” “Make yourself clear!” Second Old Master Fan had learned his lesson and was no longer led by the nose by him.
Zheng Sangge brandished the docunt Jia Heming had delivered to the Fan family the previous day, his tone icy.
“Scribe Jia has visited your premises thrice.
You should be well aware of his purpose.
Today marks the deadline for your cooperation with the governnt’s investigation into your fields.
Refusal will result in consequences!
So, will you accompany now to aid in the thorough investigation, or shall I proceed to seal the residence?” “Lord Shao insists on resolution today!
Non-compliance will lead to imdiate sealing of your residence, followed by your shops tomorrow.
Subsequently, stewards from all Fan family farms will be summoned to the governnt office until you comply!” “Mind you, Lord Shao cares for his subjects like his own kin.
Your family may dispatch one individual, accompanied by two servants, for daily purchases.
However, all carriages must undergo inspection, with only the coachman permitted to accompany them.” “Do you two have anything else to say?” The hearts of the two Old Masters of the Fan family turned cold… They… had really forgotten about this!
This was because they had never thought that the governnt would have the guts to do this to the Fan family.
They were acutely aware of the nurous fertile fields the Fan Clan had kept hidden and unregistered.
If they were to rectify this now, it would an relinquishing further sums of money annually… And the inevitable upheaval at their mother’s residence lood large.
They might even have to dip into their personal funds to smooth things over.
The re thought of it caused a pang of anxiety.
Among the onlookers, murmurs spread like wildfire.
“So that’s the situation.
Lord Shao ans business!” “It’s about ti.
Why do these wealthy families avoid taxes?” “Exactly.
With all their wealth, they still resort to such underhanded tactics.
Shaless greed, I say.”
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