12dz Chapter 380 He waved his hand
Chapter 380 He waved his hand
“I’m telling you, your health is the most important thing. Although the people are watching, it’s your own health. It’s not good to ruin your health.”
The words Chen Er spoke against his conscience made him smile bitterly. When did he ever know how to say nice things?
Chen Er felt that his skill in flattery was innate. Ever since he became an official, he could flatter anyone whenever he wanted, and Zhao Tianming found Chen Er's words very pleasing.
Although Zhao Tianming also harbored deep resentment towards Chen Er, he was an old fox and wouldn't easily reveal his true colors.
“Chen Er, what brings you here? Besides, as officials, I feel uneasy if I don’t do things for the people.”
Zhao Tianming's calm words almost made Chen Er laugh, but Chen Er forcibly suppressed the anger in his heart.
"Sir, I've come here today with something I'd like to ask you. After killing Wang Dawei, I've been feeling uneasy."
Chen Er casually made up an excuse and started chatting with Zhao Tianming.
At the same time, Chen Er winked at Ma Dazhi, who immediately understood and waved to Chen Er and Zhao Tianming.
"I won't listen to your conversation, I'll just wait outside," Ma Dazhi said carefully before leaving. Zhao Tianming was a little bewildered, but then he suddenly beamed with joy.
"The guards around Master Chen Er are far more sensible than my men," Zhao Tianming said loudly.
Chen Er laughed: "Of course I don't want my subordinates to know about our conversation between the two of us officials. The main reason I came to see you this time is to learn from your experience. After all, you know that as a first-rank official, my annual income is too low."
After Chen Er finished speaking, he didn't forget to give Zhao Tianming a strange smile.
Upon hearing Chen Er's words, Zhao Tianming was somewhat bewildered, unsure of what Chen Er meant. Did Chen Er find out about his embezzlement?
Thinking about this, Zhao Tianming felt a chill run down his spine. However, Zhao Tianming was, after all, a cunning old fox.
Zhao Tianming is usually very careful in his actions, so it's impossible for Chen Er to find any fault with him. Besides, Chen Er's question was just a test, so Zhao Tianming naturally wouldn't admit it.
“Lord Chen Er, I don’t know what you’re talking about. We officials just want to do more for ordinary people, right? As long as the people are happy, we’re happy too,” Zhao Tianming said earnestly.
However, what he said made Chen Er shake his head and sigh inwardly. If Zhao Tianming really did that, then Chen Er wouldn't have attacked Zhao Tianming.
At this moment, Ma Dazhi and Liu Chengdong, accompanied by several skilled guards with swords, entered the courtyard.
Taking advantage of the fact that no one was watching, the group of people, like shifty-eyed thieves, broke into Zhao Tianming's study. That's right, this was something Chen Er and Ma Dazhi had planned from the beginning. Their first priority was to search Zhao Tianming's study. Once they found the small storeroom, dealing with Zhao Tianming would be a very simple matter.
While sipping his tea, Zhao Tianming looked at Chen Er and asked, "Didn't anyone from Wang Dawei's family cause you any trouble after you killed him last time? But don't worry, I still have some connections with that old man from the Wang family, and I'll put in a good word for you."
Zhao Tianming said calmly.
However, Zhao Tianming had already secretly vowed to join forces with the Wang family to deal with Chen Er. How dare someone of such a low rank as Chen Er act so arrogantly? If Chen Er were allowed to grow stronger for a few more years, who knows what might happen in the future? This was not the outcome Zhao Tianming wanted to see.
Upon hearing Zhao Tianming's words, Chen Er couldn't help but crack a mocking smile: "I said, sir, thank you for your concern and hope you won't kick me when I'm down. I just expressed my gratitude. But I don't feel there's anything wrong with what I did!"
"Because Wang Dawei committed so many evils, many ordinary people have suffered a lot of hidden losses because of him."
Time passed quickly, and less than an incense stick's time had gone by. However, what puzzled Chen Er was that Ma Dazhi had not yet sent a signal. The two had agreed that if Brother Ma found Zhao Tianming's small warehouse, Chen Er would know as soon as he sent a signal, and then Chen Er would give the order to capture Zhao Tianming.
To Chen Er's surprise, so much time had passed and Ma Dazhi still hadn't noticed. Just then, a roar suddenly came from inside the courtyard.
"Hurry up and help! We've been robbed! Don't let these guys get away!" This rough, loud shout clearly came from Zhang Dashu. Suddenly, the teacup in Zhao Tianming's hand shattered with a crack.
Zhao Tianming looked at Chen Er with a scheming gaze: "How could our house attract petty thieves? Did they come with Lord Chen Er? Look how poor my family is, what is there to steal?" Zhao Tianming said calmly.
But Zhao Tianming's heart was already in turmoil. He hadn't expected that Chen Er would actually make a move against him. Zhao Beixing had told him to be careful lately, but Zhao Tianming hadn't taken it seriously at all, thinking that Chen Er wouldn't dare to touch him. But now, Chen Er had actually made a move.
Chen Er was also a little nervous, not expecting to be discovered so quickly. He cursed inwardly at how unreliable they were. However, on the surface, Chen Er showed no reaction. Zhao Tianming and Chen Er ran into the courtyard at the same time, only to see that Ma Dazhi and his group were surrounded by a group of guards with swords.
Zhao Tianming suddenly sneered at Chen Er beside him: "Lord Chen Er, do you know these people? It can't be such a coincidence, can it? Since you came here, your house has been infested with petty thieves?" Zhao Tianming's words left Chen Er looking quite bewildered.
However, Chen Er was just pretending: "I don't know what you mean, sir. Do you think I'm in cahoots with these petty thieves? You're not kidding, are you? Although I'm a first-rank official, my annual income is very low, but I can still afford to eat."
"Very well, since Lord Chen Er won't admit it, then let's capture these guys and find out who sent them."
After Zhao Tianming finished speaking, he waved his hand.