Souls ask for their lives
During the Northern Song Dynasty, there was a man named Li Si, who was scheming, good at calculation, and could do anything for the sake of profit. He has a friend named Wang Wu, Wang Wu's family is well-off, he is bold, and he married a beautiful wife named Cuihua. Li Si has coveted the beauty of Cuihua for a long time, and often thinks about how to capture Cuihua in his heart.
One day, Li Si set up a poison plan, he falsely claimed to know the location of a treasure, and invited Wang Wu to go on a treasure hunt together. Wang Wu did not doubt that he had him, and readily agreed. The two came to the depths of a dense forest, and Li Si took advantage of Wang Wu's unpreparedness to push him into a deep pit, and then quickly buried the mouth of the pit, faking the illusion that Wang Wu had accidentally fallen into the cliff.
Li Si returned to the village and pretended to be sad to inform Cuihua that Wang Wu had unfortunately died in search of treasure. Cuihua was grief-stricken, and Li Si took the opportunity to comfort her, saying that he was willing to take care of her instead of Wang Wu. Cuihua was bewitched by Li Si's hypocrisy, coupled with the grief of losing her husband, and gradually accepted Li Si's care.
Over time, Li Si gradually gained Cuihua's trust, and the two eventually became husband and wife. However, Li Si's ambition was not satisfied, and he was always worried that Cuihua would find out the truth, so he was more careful to cover up his crimes.
In the blink of an eye, ten years have passed. In the past ten years, although Cuihua has lived happily on the surface, there has always been an unsolvable mystery in her heart - the cause of her husband Wang Wu's death. She tried to ask Li Si many times, but Li Si always cleverly avoided the topic.
On this day, news came from the village that Lord Bao Gong Bao Zheng had paraded here and was trying cases at the county government to eliminate harm for the people. When Cuihua heard this, her heart moved, and she decided to go to the county government to ask to see Bao Gong and tell him her doubts.
Cuihua came to the county office and told Bao Gong about her experience and doubts. Bao Gong frowned after hearing this, he knew that this case was not trivial, if it was not handled properly, not only could not give Cuihua justice, but also allowed the real murderer to go unpunished.
Bao Gong decided to investigate the case himself. He first came to Wang Wu's home and carefully inspected the scene of the crime that year. After some investigation, Bao Gong found some suspicious traces - the soil near the mouth of the pit was slightly different in color from other places, and it seemed to have been turned by humans.
Bao Gong's heart moved, and he decided to start with Li Si to investigate. He secretly sent people to monitor Li Si's whereabouts, and at the same time sent people to collect testimony and evidence about Li Si. After some hard work, Bao Gong finally grasped some key information - Li Si had been in and out of the dense forest frequently before and after the crime, and someone had seen him bury something sneakily.
Bao Gong compiled this information into a case file and prepared to interrogate Li Si. However, at this moment, Li Si suddenly disappeared. Bao Gong realized that Li Si might have sensed that his whereabouts were being watched and decided to escape.
Bao Gong immediately ordered the city gate to be blocked, and at the same time sent a large number of people to search for Li Si. After some twists and turns, Li Si was finally arrested and brought to justice. Under Bao Gong's interrogation, Li Si's psychological defense gradually collapsed, and he finally confessed to his crime of killing Wang Wu and seizing Cuihua.
However, just as Bao Gong was about to bring Li Si to justice, Cuihua suddenly appeared in the lobby. With tears in her eyes, she begged Bao Gong to spare Li Siyi's life, saying that she was willing to forgive Li Si's crime and only hoped that he could reform himself.
Bao Gong looked at Cuihua's tearful appearance, and couldn't help but feel a sense of compassion in his heart. He knew that Cuihua was a kind woman, and her heart was full of hatred and resentment towards Li Si, but at the same time, it was also mixed with sympathy and pity for Li Si.
After Bao Gong pondered for a while, he decided to give Li Si a chance to mend his ways. He announced that Li Sifa would be assigned to the frontier army for ten years as a punishment. At the same time, he also warned Li Si to cherish this opportunity, reform himself, and be a new man.
Although Cuihua still has unwillingness and resentment in her heart, she also understands Bao Gong's intentions. She silently accepted Bao Gong's sentence, but at the same time felt worried and uneasy about Li Si's future.
However, just as Li Si was about to be escorted to the frontier, a mysterious figure suddenly appeared above the lobby. This figure was holding a long sword, and a cold light flashed in its eyes, and it was close to Li Si. Under the exclamation of everyone, they saw that figure piercing Li Si's chest with a sword, and the blood immediately stained the entire hall.
The crowd was terrified and overwhelmed. Cuihua covered her mouth in horror, and tears came out of her eyes again. She understood the origin of this figure—it was the unjust soul of Wang Wu! After he learned the truth, he came to avenge himself!
There was chaos in the lobby. Bao Gong calmly commanded everyone to maintain order, and at the same time sent someone to carry Li Si's body down for burial. He is well aware that this is a tragedy caused by an unjust case, and he is also well aware of the complexity and conflict hidden behind this case.
After Li Si's body was carried down, there was a dead silence in the hall, only the faint sobs of Cuihua echoed in the air. Bao Gong sighed deeply, he knew that this case was far from over.
"Cuihua, do you know that this unjust soul asking for life is the most difficult thing in heaven and earth to settle." Bao Gong spoke slowly, revealing a bit of helplessness and heaviness in his tone, "Although Li Si is dead, Wang Wu's grievances are not gone, if this matter cannot be properly resolved, it will definitely cause a greater turmoil." ”
Cuihua raised her head and looked at Bao Gong with teary eyes, she understood what Bao Gong meant, and she also knew that she could no longer escape. She stood up, wiped the tears from her face, and said firmly: "Master Bao, I am willing to cooperate with you, no matter what you need, I will do my best." ”
Bao Gong nodded, he knew that Cuihua was a loving and righteous woman, and her decision was expected. He pondered for a moment, then said, "Cuihua, do you know if Li Si left any last words or relics before he died?" ”
Cuihua thought for a moment, then said, "He did leave a suicide note, but I don't know what was written in it. After his death, I never had the courage to open it. ”
Bao Gong frowned, and then said, "The suicide note may be the key. Can you give it to me? ”
Cuihua nodded, then took out a sealed letter from her bosom and handed it to Bao Gong. Bao Gong cautiously opened the letter, only to see that it read: "Cuihua, I'm sorry for you." For my selfish desires, I killed Wang Wu and seized you. I know I'm guilty, but I really regret it. If I could turn back time, I'd rather never meet you. This letter is my last confession to you. May you find true happiness in the days to come. ”
After reading the letter, Bao Gong was silent for a long time. He knew very well that although this letter expressed Li Si's repentance, it could not eliminate Wang Wu's unjust soul. He must find a way to let Wang Wu's wronged soul rest in peace.
At this moment, a servant hurriedly ran over, panting and said, "Master Bao, it's not good! There is a vision in Wang Wu's graveyard! ”
Bao Gong was stunned for a moment, then immediately got up and led everyone to the cemetery to check. When they came to the cemetery, they saw that blood was oozing from Wang Wu's tombstone, and there was a gust of wind around the tombstone. The crowd was terrified and retreated.
Bao Gong walked to the tombstone without fear and carefully observed the blood stains on the tombstone. He found that the bloodstains were not ordinary bloodstains, but took on an eerie red color, as if they were being manipulated by some force.
Bao Gong's heart moved, he understood that this was Wang Wu's unjust soul. He took a deep breath, and then shouted, "Wang Wu! Why are you dwelling on it when you're dead? I have clearly understood your grievances, and I will do justice for you! But you must also let go of the resentment in your heart and rest in peace! ”
As soon as the words fell, I saw that the blood stains on the tombstone suddenly disappeared, and the yin wind gradually subsided. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief when they saw this, but Bao Gong knew that this was only a temporary calm.
After returning to the county office, Bao Gong convened everyone to discuss countermeasures. He knew that it would not be easy to completely appease Wang Wu's unjust souls, and he needed to find a way to appease the unjust souls.
At this moment, an elderly man made a suggestion: "Master Bao, I heard that there is a master in the Taoist temple outside the village, he is proficient in magic and can appease the unjust soul. Maybe we can ask him to help. ”
When Bao Gong heard this, he was overjoyed, and he immediately sent someone to the Taoist temple to ask the master to come to help.
Soon after, the master came to the county office. He is an old man with a white beard, wearing a Taoist robe, holding a dust, giving people the feeling of fairy wind and bones. Bao Gong personally greeted him and told him in detail what had happened.
After hearing this, the master nodded, and then said: "Wang Wu's unjust soul really needs to be appeased, but in order to completely calm his resentment, it is necessary to find his remains and bury him in a feng shui treasure to let him rest in peace." ”
After hearing this, Bao Gong immediately sent people to the dense forest to find Wang Wu's remains. After some twists and turns, they finally found Wang Wu's remains and buried them in a feng shui treasure.
After burying the remains of Wang Wu, the master began to cast spells to appease the unjust souls. He held the dust whisk in his hand, and chanted words in his mouth, only to see golden light emanating from the dust, shrouding the tombstone. After a few moments, the golden light dissipated, and the tombstone became as calm as ever.
Seeing this, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that Wang Wu's unjust soul had been laid to rest. Cuihua also breathed a sigh of relief, she knew that she could finally shake off the shadow of the past and start over.
However, Bao Gong knew that this was just what he should do as an official. He knows very well that there are still many grievances and grievances in this world waiting for him to expose and solve. He stood silently in front of the window, looking at the distant sky, his heart full of firm faith and determination. As the night deepened, the lights of the county government flickered in the darkness, as if they were sighing for the imminent end of this unjust case. Bao Gong stood in front of the window, his eyes pierced through the night, looking at the distant starry sky, but his heart was turbulent.
He knew very well that although Wang Wu's wronged soul had been put to rest, the impact of this incident on Cuihua was far-reaching. Not only does she have to face the pain of losing her husband, but she also has to endure the humiliation of being betrayed. And Li Si's crime is a trampling on human justice. As an official, he not only wants to seek justice for the dead, but also to find a way out for the living.
In the early morning of the next day, Bao Gong summoned all the personnel of the county government, and he stood above the lobby with a sonorous voice: "Ladies and gentlemen, Wang Wu's unjust case has been solved, but our responsibility is not over. We need to find a way for Cuihua to start over, and we need to put a perfect end to this case. ”
Everyone nodded yes, but how to operate it was a difficult problem. Although Cuihua looks strong on the surface, the wounds on her heart are difficult to heal. Bao Gong understands that she needs not only material help, but also spiritual comfort.
At this moment, a young official made a suggestion: "Lord Bao, I heard that Cuihua dreamed of becoming an embroiderer when she was young, and her embroidery is also a must in the village. Maybe we can help her open an embroidery workshop so that she can regain her value. ”
Bao Gong's eyes lit up after hearing this, and he felt that this suggestion was very good. He immediately sent someone to investigate the opening of the embroidery workshop, and personally selected a suitable shop for Cuihua. At the same time, he also invited the embroidery lady in the city to teach Cuihua skills and help her improve her embroidery level.
With the help of Bao Gong, Cuihua's embroidery workshop soon opened. Her embroidery was exquisite, and she quickly won the hearts of her customers. Cuihua also regained her confidence and happiness, and a bright smile bloomed on her face again.
However, Bao Gong was not satisfied with this. He knows very well that there are many unknown secrets and darkness hidden behind this case. He decided to continue his investigation and uncover more truths.
In the following days, Bao Gong led his servants to run around to collect evidence and clues. They visited the villagers near the scene of the crime, asked the people involved in the case, and even found the mysterious person who helped Li Si back then.
After some hard work, they finally uncovered the truth behind this case - it turned out that the reason why Li Si would plot against Wang Wu to take his wife was because he had an ulterior deal with a powerful person. The magnate took a fancy to Wang Wu's family property and Cuihua's beauty, so he instructed Li Si to implement this plan. And Li Si did not hesitate to betray his friends and moral bottom line for the sake of money and power.
When Bao Gong learned the truth, he was furious, and he immediately arrested the powerful man and tried him in public. The magnate was eventually sentenced to a heavy prison sentence, and his family property was confiscated to compensate Wang Wu and Cuihua for their losses.
Although Li Si is dead, his crimes have been nailed to the pillar of shame in history forever. His family was implicated and rejected by the villagers.
This case finally came to an end, but Bao Gong's heart could not be calm for a long time. He knows very well that there are still many people like Li Si in this world, who do not hesitate to sell their souls and moral bottom line for money and power. And as an official, he must always be sober and resolute in defending justice and fairness.
Under the leadership of Bao Gong, the officials of the county government have also become more diligent and love the people, and they have worked hard to solve problems for the people and make the town more harmonious and peaceful.
With the help of Bao Gong, Cuihua gradually came out of the shadows, and she used her diligence and wisdom to run the embroidery workshop, which not only won the love of customers, but also became a celebrity in the town. Her life is getting better and better, and she finally finds her own happiness.
However, Bao Gong did not stop his footsteps because of this. He knows that there are still many people in this world who need his help and salvation. He will continue to move forward and use his wisdom and courage to defend justice and fairness and make this world a better place.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, Bao Gong has spent dozens of springs and autumns in this town. He gradually grew from a young official to a respected elder, but he never forgot his original intention and mission. He used his actions to interpret the responsibilities and responsibilities of an official, and became a model and example in people's hearts.
And the town that was once claimed by unjust souls has gradually become prosperous under the leadership of Bao Gong, and people live and work in peace and contentment, happy and healthy. All this is inseparable from Bao Gong's hard work and selfless dedication.
However, Bao Gong knows that the darkness and evil in this world will never go away, and he will continue to move forward, using his wisdom and courage to defend justice and fairness until the end of his life. In the long river of years, the name of Bao Gong is like a majestic mountain, standing in people's hearts. His deeds were sung into a song and became a good story in the town. However, Bao Gong did not rest on his laurels, knowing that his mission was far from over.
The years have carved deep wrinkles on his face, but his eyes are still as sharp as an eagle. When night falls, he would always sit alone in his study, thinking about how he could better serve the people and how he could make the world a better place.
One day, when Bao Gong was looking through ancient books in his study, he stumbled upon a discussion about "governing the country by virtue". He was inspired to incorporate this philosophy into his governance. He believed that only by ruling the country with ethics can we truly achieve social harmony and stability.
As a result, Bao Gong began a series of reforms. First of all, he straightened out the ranks of officials in the county government and severely punished those officials who were corrupt and engaged in favoritism. At the same time, he also promoted a group of young people with both ability and political integrity to enter the officialdom, injecting new vitality into the county government.
Under the leadership of Bao Gong, the officials of the county government began to pay attention to their own moral cultivation and professional conduct. They are diligent and love for the people, fair and selfless, and have won wide praise from the people. The atmosphere in the town has gradually improved, and the relationship between the people has become more harmonious.
However, Bao Gong was not satisfied with this. He knows very well that in order to truly realize the rule of ethics, it is necessary to start with education. So, he personally visited the school in the town to exchange ideas with the students and encourage them to study diligently and aspire to serve the country.
Under the advocacy of Bao Gong, the students of the school began to pay attention to moral cultivation and academic performance. They learn from each other and make progress together, forming a positive learning atmosphere. As a result, education in the town flourished.
In addition to education and the building of the official ranks, Bao Gong also focused on improving the living conditions of the common people. He personally visited poor families to understand their actual needs and formulated corresponding poverty alleviation policies. He encouraged the people to work hard and become self-reliant, and provided them with the necessary help and support.
Under Bao Gong's leadership, the town's economy gradually prospered, and people's living standards improved significantly. They were grateful for Bao Gong's kindness and regarded him as their benefactor. Whenever Bao Gong travels, people will spontaneously come to greet him, sending him flowers and applause.
However, Bao Gong was not complacent. He is well aware of his heavy responsibilities and cannot afford to be slack or negligent. He always pays attention to the dynamics of society and the needs of the people, and strives to create a better living environment for them.
One day, while inspecting the town, Bao Gong discovered a strange phenomenon. He found that some merchants were selling some counterfeit and shoddy goods, which caused great losses to the people. He was deeply saddened and decided to rectify the problem once and for all.
So Bao Gong personally led the team to investigate the businesses in the town one by one. He severely punished those who sold counterfeit and shoddy goods and ordered them to rectify them immediately. At the same time, he has also strengthened market supervision to prevent similar problems from happening again.
Under the rectification of Bao Gong, the market order in the town gradually improved. Merchants have begun to pay attention to their reputation and quality, and people dare to buy goods with confidence. As a result, the town's economy has developed further.
However, Bao Gong did not stop his footsteps because of this. He knows that there are many people in this world who need his help and salvation. He will continue to move forward, using his wisdom and courage to defend justice and fairness until the end of his life.
Under the leadership of Bao Gong, the town gradually became prosperous. He used his actions to interpret the responsibilities and responsibilities of an official, and became a model and example in people's hearts. His deeds have also been praised into songs, which have become a good story in the town.
However, Bao Gong was not complacent because of this. He knew that his mission was far from over. He often admonished himself to keep a clear head and firm beliefs, and always pay attention to the dynamics of society and the needs of the people. He believes that only continuous efforts and struggles can make this world a better place.
One day, when Bao Gong was flipping through ancient books in the study, he suddenly felt dizzy. He knew that he was old and weak, and his days were numbered. But instead of being frightened and depressed by this, he felt a calmness and calmness that he had never felt before.
He put down the ancient book in his hand, walked to the window, and looked at the sky in the distance. He knew that he had fulfilled his mission to create a harmonious and stable living environment for the people. He felt a deep sense of satisfaction and pride.
Just then, his men hurried in and told him that the townspeople had come to visit him and pray for him when they learned that he was unwell. After hearing this, Bao Gong's heart was full of gratitude and warmth. He knew that his efforts and dedication were not in vain, and he was recognized and respected by the people.
At the last moment of his life, Bao Gong sat quietly in the study and reviewed his life. He felt that his life was full of meaning and value. He used his wisdom and courage to create a better life for the people and bring light and hope to the world. He felt a deep sense of satisfaction and happiness.
In the end, Bao Gong left this world peacefully. His life is like a bright pearl that will always shine in people's hearts. His deeds and spirit will live on forever, inspiring people to continue to pursue truth and justice and create a better future for this world.