Ink panel: Hunting the sun and surveying the sky from the bow

In the Baihua Building, there were laughters everywhere.

Dong Jing was wearing a robe of a military officer. During his patrol, he was sitting with a group of friends, talking and laughing.

The table was filled with delicious food and fine wine.

"Brother Dong, tell me, which is better, the new tribute tea 'Yunding Cuilu' or the 'Tailong Hejing' we drank last year?"

A man in a dark blue brocade robe raised his glass to invite him, his eyes full of expectation.

Dong Jing smiled slightly, raised his glass to take a sip, closed his eyes and tasted it carefully, and then said leisurely: "Yunding Cuilu, the color is emerald green like jade, the taste is clear, the aftertaste is long, and it really feels extraordinary; while Tailong Hejing is like a beauty in the misty rain of Jiangnan, gentle and delicate. The two have their own merits, and it is difficult to tell which is better."

After that, everyone nodded in agreement, and the laughter became louder.

"Brother Dong, you came out during your duty and joined our gathering. Aren't you afraid that your new boss will hold you accountable?"

A woman with a long bun in her hair said jokingly while holding a teacup.

"Him?" Dong Jing sneered, "It remains to be seen whether he can keep his position in the future."

"Is there any other story behind this?"

"It's not convenient for me to reveal it. You just wait and see." Dong Jing said confidently.

Everyone at the table looked at each other with curiosity.

A man from a rich family smiled and said, "I remember you were optimistic about this man before, how come your attitude has changed so much in a blink of an eye?"

"It's different now. After I met with you last year, I figured it out. We are of prominent status, how can we lower ourselves to associate with people like him? If I deliberately get close to him, it seems like I'm trying to curry favor with him. Although I'm not a direct descendant of the Dong family, I'm still a member of the Dong family after all, and I can't afford to lose face."

Dong Jing's words made everyone present agree deeply.

In their view, family background is the first priority.

It's really embarrassing to make friends with people of different social status.

At the head table, a man with a jade belt inlaid with gemstones put down his teacup and sighed, "Speaking of which, I thought he was ordinary that day, but I didn't expect that he actually had some skills. He broke through to the Jade Meridian Realm in such a short time, caught up with us, and now he has become the chief officer. It's really amazing, and he is also a figure."

"Yes, this person is a bit low-born, but he still has some skills."

A woman in a goose yellow long skirt said to Dong Jing, "I'm telling the truth here, don't blame me, brother Dong."

"Sister Qian, you say."

The woman in the goose yellow long skirt covered her mouth and laughed, "With the current status of the surname Shen, if you approach him now, he may not pay attention to you."

Hearing this, there were bursts of laughter at the table.

"That's right, that's right."

Dong Jing felt his blood boiling and his ears red.

He pretended to drink a cup of tea, and a strong jealousy and resentment surged in his heart.

In the past, he approached Shen Qing, not only because he saw Shen Qing had some ability, but also because he wanted to enjoy the glory of having a younger brother.

Now, Shen Qing has climbed over his head in the blink of an eye. Putting aside those family factors, even if he makes friends with him, he has to be humble and become Shen Qing's follower.

It's simply a bit unreasonable.

The more he thought about it, the more indignant he became.

Just as everyone was laughing, a long-term attendant dressed in the uniform of the Weiwu Division hurried in, searching the crowd with his eyes, and finally fixed on Dong Jing. He bowed respectfully and said softly: "Master Dong, Master Shen has something to summon you, please follow me immediately."

As soon as these words came out, everyone in the room was surprised and cast inquiring eyes.

"What a coincidence, someone has sent a letter just as I was talking about him."

Dong Jing returned to normal, stood up and clasped his fists to his friends, saying: "Everyone, please be patient. I think there is something in the government office that needs our help. Although today's gathering is not full, there is a long time to come, and we will meet again next time."

"You go and do your work, we will call you later."

After that, Dong Jing stood up and tidied his clothes, nodded slightly to the long-serving servant, indicating that he could set off.

As the figures of Dong Jing and the long-serving servant gradually disappeared in the Baihua Building, the house became lively again.

...

Weiwu Division, back hall.

The incense on the desk rose, and the faint sandalwood scent filled the study, which made people feel relaxed and happy.

"Dong Chasi, Lord Shen has been waiting for a long time, please." The long-serving servant led Dong Jing to the door of the study and stopped.

Dong Jing nodded, stepped into the study, and his eyes quickly swept across the room, finally falling on Shen Qing's face that was majestic without anger.

He bowed and said, "Sir Shen, I am Dong Jing, and I am here under orders."

Standing in front of the long case, Dong Jing maintained his usual respect and composure, but he could not help but secretly guess the purpose of Shen Qing's summons this time.

Shen Qing slowly raised his eyes from the case file, looked directly at Dong Jing, and said in a low and powerful voice, "Chief Dong, do you know why I summoned you?"

Dong Jing's heart tightened, but his face remained calm. He raised his head slightly and his eyes met with Shen Qing's: "Sir, you summoned me, there must be something important. I am stupid, please tell me clearly."

Shen Qing smiled slightly, but there was a little chill hidden in that smile: "Chief Dong, to be honest, when I first entered this government office, you took good care of me, and I thought you were someone I could trust. But recently, I found some things that made me doubt you."

He found out?

Dong Jing's heart skipped a beat, and he was immediately overwhelmed.

He tried to be calm and said, "Your Excellency's words frightened me. I wonder what caused you to misunderstand me? I would like to hear the details to prove my innocence."

Shen Qing stood up and slowly walked to Dong Jing. His eyes were like knives and he said, "The Weiwu Division has been in turmoil recently, and behind every turmoil, it seems that you can see your shadow. Dong Chasi, do you really think that I, Shen Qing, am blind or deaf?"

Dong Jing's heart trembled. He took a deep breath and tried to make his voice sound more sincere and innocent: "Your Excellency, your loyalty to you is known by the sun and the moon. If there is anything wrong, it must be that my subordinates misunderstood my meaning, or someone deliberately framed me. I am willing to take the blame, but I hope that you can give me a chance to find out the truth myself and clear my name."

Shen Qing stared at Dong Jing and fell into silence.

In fact, Tian Xiaohu didn't really find out where the rumors in the government office came from in recent days. Shen Qing was just lying.

But even so, Shen Qing still got the information he wanted.

After a moment, he sighed softly, his tone softened a bit, and sighed: "It seems that I misunderstood you."

"I am terrified." Dong Jing bowed and flattered: "The Weiwu Division does not tolerate any secrets, and you must have your own unspeakable secrets. Don't worry, I will do my best to share your worries."

"Well, I believe in Dong Chasi's character." Shen Qing waved his hand and said: "You go down first, I want to be alone."

"Yes."

Seeing Dong Jing's back disappear in the study, Shen Qing's thoughts turned rapidly.

He closed his eyes and used the skill of [Photographic Memory] to recall Dong Jing's performance just now.

He found that Dong Jing was panicked for a moment after being "seen through" by him.

Sure enough, there is a problem.

Unexpectedly, Dong Chasi, his subordinate, is also an acting school.

Want to mess with me?

It's better to strike first.

Shen Qing instructed the attendant at the door, "Ask Tian Xiaohu to come in and tell him that I have something to do."