PWDLAW Chapter 619: Sowing Discord

 Chapter 619: Sowing Discord "Madam, sir, County Magistrate Xu is here." At the door, a servant reminded in a low voice. Madam Xie cleared her throat, sat up straight, and at the same time, gave Mr. Xie a stern look. Mr. Xie appeared somewhat innocent, but considering that Madam cared about her image, he decided to handle the situation himself. When County Magistrate Xu entered and saw Mr. Xie's ambiguous expression, he felt a pang of anxiety in his heart, cursing Master Wang inwardly. "Mr. Xie, thank you for coming. I've gathered some evidence on this case but I still have some doubts and need to ask the third young master." Xie Yu took the initiative and said, "County Magistrate Xu, there's actually something I wanted to discuss with you." "Oh? What is it?" Xie Yu then mentioned the incident where Ye Muyu was kidnapped, but he didn't say that Ye Muyu had saved him. He only mentioned that someone from their side had saved Ye Muyu and for the sake of reputation, they had found a way to protect her. Normally, County Magistrate Xu wouldn't be pleased with Xie Yu's approach. However, compared to being attacked by Master Wang's people directly outside the county office, and with Ye Muyu's life saved, County Magistrate Xu's bottom line had been crossed. "How does the third young master view this matter?" County Magistrate Xu frowned. He wanted to punish Master Wang, but this kidnapping was obviously unsuccessful and he couldn't impose a severe punishment, which left him dissatisfied. And judging by the Xie family's reaction, they probably wouldn't take it lightly either. "Sir, isn't there still the murder case in Xingshui Village?" "Combine the two crimes." Mr. Xie spoke up at the right time. Upon hearing this, County Magistrate Xu understood and didn't say much. He turned around and left. Outside, the steward was waiting. When he saw County Magistrate Xu coming out, he hurriedly said, "The bailiffs have pried open the mouth of that culprit. He confessed that Master Wang was behind it, and there's evidence. We've sent people to arrest the steward of the Wang family and have also sent for Master Wang to come to the county office." Master Wang might not tell the truth, but the steward of the Wang family might. County Magistrate Xu wasn't surprised at all. Instead, he praised the steward, "You've done well. Invite Master Wang back first and then go arrest the steward of the Wang mansion afterwards. Don't let Master Wang know the source of the information." "Understood." The steward understood. County Magistrate Xu was angry at Master Wang's audacity, even challenging his bottom line. Naturally, he wanted to catch him red-handed. Soon after. Master Wang and the steward of the Wang mansion were both detained in the county office. However, the steward of the Wang mansion was placed in the lowest level dungeon, while Master Wang was invited to sit in the back hall of the county office. The bailiffs were polite, but Master Wang was still somewhat unhappy. It had been a long time since he had felt so aggrieved, especially since he had formed a connection with the Zhao family. Indeed, the higher one stood, the better the view. Master Wang's desire had reached its peak. After waiting for a while, he stood up and tried to leave. But just as he reached the door, he was stopped by the bailiff standing there. "Be audacious! Do you know who I am?" Master Wang glared angrily at the bailiff blocking his way. The bailiff smiled politely, "Master Wang, we certainly know your reputation but you are here to be interrogated now. The magistrate specifically instructed not to let you go to that filthy dungeon. Please cooperate with us, as there are people from the Xie family watching. Please be understanding." Master Wang chuckled, his chubby face squinting, "Is the Xie family capable of influencing the County Magistrate?" These were clearly words meant to sow discord, making the bailiff guarding the door feel uneasy. "I hope Master Wang can cooperate. The magistrate will come over personally later."