A Blessed Daughter

by Usui Takumii

not mine, Moonlight Teatime until chapter 43, after that is MTL from novel cool. 583 chapters and ongoing.

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Chapter 341 Send food to the military camp

"Miss, don't think so. If you didn't care about your life or death, Madam wouldn't have saved you back then. The decoction has never stopped these days." Li Nanny hurriedly said.

"But it's not as good as before..." Wei Qingwan said with a sad face.

"Miss…"

"I should have thought that such a day would come." Wei Qingwan murmured.

"Miss, let's relax and think about the good things. Didn't Mr. Qi write back to you? Mr. Qi cares about you very much, Mrs. Qi. Miss will rely on Mr. Qi in the future, not to mention the current Captain's Mansion. Even the Uncle Zhongyi's residence in the capital dare not underestimate Miss."

Speaking of Qi Zhen, Wei Qingwan's eyes became brighter, and Mr. Qi wrote back to himself, saying that he was delayed by business a few days ago and couldn't get away.

also said to reassure her that after she recovers from her injuries, she will find a way to come to see her, and will also find a way to formally propose marriage to the Wei family.

Thinking of this, Wei Qingwan asked Nanny Li: "Is there any news about the medicine for removing scars?"

She had to heal the wound on her back without leaving a scar.

She couldn't let Mr. Qi be horrifying when he saw her back on the wedding night.

"This..." Nanny Li looked embarrassed, "Miss, don't worry, the doctor is not easy to find. Give the old slave some more time, and the old slave will definitely find him."

"If it's too late, will it be difficult to remove all the scars on my back?" Wei Qingwan worried.

"No, no, no, it will definitely be eliminated, and Miss will become the same as before." Nanny Li hurriedly said.

Wei Qingwan took off her bracelet and stuffed it into Nanny Li's hand: "Mommy, help me go to the street to buy medicine tomorrow, and then help me inquire about that Dr. Xu."

"Okay, okay, don't worry, Miss, I will definitely help you get things done." Nanny Li accepted Wei Qingwan's bracelet and promised.

Wei Mingting only stayed at home for two days, and during these two days, except for being at home at night, the rest of the time was outside. He went to the magistrate's office and went to the local aristocratic family to solve the problem of military rations.

Two days later, Wei Mingting went back to the barracks.

When he left, he frowned, because the ration issue was still unresolved, but it was useless for him to stay in the city. At least he could share the joys and sorrows with the soldiers when he returned to the barracks.

Wei Mingting returned to the barracks with worries, only to hear great news as soon as he arrived.

Xu Zhengyong said that he has a way to get food! And it has been reported to the garrison and the seventh prince.

Wei Mingting hurried back to the tent and asked Xu Zhengyong to confirm.

"What they said is true? Do you really have a way to get military rations?"

It is rare for Wei Mingting to be so excited, and the enemy has never seen him like this before.

"It's true. I have a cousin in my family who is rich and has some business skills. Now the granary is full. After I wrote to him to ask for food, he expressed his willingness to provide several truckloads of food to the army to help the army tide over the difficulties. And he said that for my sake, if the army wants more food, my cousin can sell more food to the barracks at the original price." Xu Zhengyong said.

Recently, due to the shortage of food, the price of food has risen again and again. Even if it is purchased at a high price, there is a price but no market, and few people sell it.

It is very benevolent to be able to sell at the original price.

"How much food can your cousin give?" Wei Mingting asked.

"This month, we can give five thousand shi of wheat and thirty thousand shi of sweet potatoes." Xu Zhengyong said.

"What did you say? So many?" Wei Mingting was shocked.

Nowadays, there are not many people who can produce so much food!

Xu Zhengyong explained: "Yes, my cousin can produce so much at present. There will be more after this year's autumn harvest." Xu Zhengyong replied.

"When can your cousin deliver the food?" Wei Mingting asked again.

"The first batch of food will be delivered this afternoon." Xu Zhengyong replied.

I didn't expect the other party to move so fast, this answer is quite gratifying.

After Wei Mingting was happy, he asked, "What do you say, Your Highness and Lord Garrison?"

"Your Highness and the garrison have already agreed, they plan to buy all the food in my cousin's hands. Your Highness will pay a part of it in advance to meet the urgent need, and then ask the court for an order." Xu Zhengyong explained.

"It's so good!" The stone in Wei Mingting's heart fell to the ground.

Then looking at Xu Zhengyong, Wei Mingting said: "Xiaoyong, you have made a great contribution this time."

Xu Zhengyong scratched his head embarrassingly: "It's not really a credit."

How could he have any credit, it was all arranged by sister Ruoer for him.

Sister Ruoer insisted on him saying that he asked his "cousin" for help, and that the cousin agreed to give the food for his sake, so as to highlight his importance in this matter.

"Military rations are the most important thing now. If there is no food supply, the tens of thousands of anti-Japanese troops will be defeated without a fight. When the Japanese invaders come, this Taizhou capital will not be able to defend. Can you help the army?" Solving the food and grass problem is not insignificant." Wei Mingting said with a serious expression.

The soldiers are not afraid of dying in battle, but they are afraid of dying because of insufficient logistics supplies.

"Sir Wei, please stop praising me. This is what I should do, as long as I can make everyone eat." Xu Zhengyong replied.

In the afternoon of that day, Xu Zhushan led the food convoy to the military camp.

This trip brought a total of six carts of wheat and ten carts of sweet potatoes.

Although there is no rice, these are very filling foods.

Chu Lan and Zheng Shoubei personally came out to meet them at the gate of the barracks, which shows how important this food is to the barracks now.

Xu Zhengyong was also there, and Xu Zhushan looked happy when he saw his son.

"Father, thank you for your hard work." Xu Zhengyong said.

"No hard work, no hard work." Xu Zhushan smiled foolishly.

He didn't have any troubles. The young lady's rations were credited to his son, and he just delivered them.

Xu Zhengyong turned his head and explained to Chu Lan and Zheng Shoubei: "Your Highness, Lord Shoubei, my cousin is not free, and my father helped deliver the food."

"It's time to work." Chu Lan said.

Xu Zhushan bowed respectfully to Chu Lan and Zheng Shoubei, and then stood aside awkwardly, not knowing what to do.

Chu Lan asked Xu Zhushan: "When will the remaining food be delivered again? We have no problem with the price that Young Master Ling said. If possible, I would like to talk to that Young Master Xu face to face."

"for this I…"

Xu Zhushan was a little nervous. The lady had told him how to answer, but he was not good at words. Today was the first time he saw the prince, so he was inevitably a little nervous.

"Don't be nervous, take your time." Chu Lan said patiently.

After checking, one stone in the Han Dynasty was equal to 60 catties; in modern times, one stone is 100 catties. There is also a saying that one stone is equal to 120 catties. Here we take one stone equal to 100 catties.

Chapter 342 Send food together

"Yes. My nephew said that as long as His Highness approves, the food can be delivered in three days, and then... the transaction will be carried out at the price of previous years."

Although Xu Zhushan was nervous, he could still clearly repeat what Wei Ruo told him.

"So good."

Chu Lan is very satisfied with this time. It takes time to mobilize such a large amount of grain, and it is not easy for the nephew of the Xu family to get so much grain so quickly.

Immediately afterwards, Chu Lan asked again: "Can I meet other people?"

"His Royal Highness, you are honorable. My nephew is just a businessman. If you spend time meeting him...he can't afford it. And my nephew is not in the Taizhou mansion now, but some properties are here. Let's meet...more ...what an inconvenience..."

Xu Zhushan was very fortunate that the lady had already told him all the possible conversations before coming, so that he now knew how to answer the Seventh Prince's question.

Otherwise, with his brain and reaction, he could just stand there stupidly.

"It's a pity, I wanted to thank him face to face." Chu Lan said.

"My nephew said...it is his honor to help Xiaoyong and the soldiers of the Anti-Japanese Army, and he dare not take credit for it, dare not."

"Forget it, I won't force it." Chu Lan didn't insist too much.

Immediately afterwards, he turned his head and said to Xu Zhengyong: "Xu Bazong, you have contributed a lot this time. Wait for me to report to the Ming court and reward you for your merit."

"Thank you, Your Highness." Xu Zhengyong thanked him.

Xu Zhengyong knew that the best way to live up to the help that sister Ruoer gave him was to take advantage of this opportunity to be promoted, make himself stronger and stronger, and become a solid backing for sister Ruoer.

Zheng Shoubei on the side patted Xu Zhengyong's shoulder with a smile, "Xu Bazong, then I'll wait for your good news, and invite me to drink then."

"Master Defense, when we defeat the Japanese pirates this time, I will treat you to the best wine!" Xu Zhengyong said.

"Xu Bazong is asking me to drink thyme?" Zheng Shoubei laughed.

"No problem, thyme is thyme! As long as it can defeat those sons of bitches! I invite everyone to drink thyme!" Xu Zhengyong agreed.

Chu Lan also said: "Then I'm also waiting to drink the thyme that Xu Ba always treats!"

"No problem!" Xu Zhengyong agreed heartily.

After the soldiers in the barracks unloaded sixteen carts of grain, Xu Zhushan left with the empty carts.

The two parties agreed that after three days, Xu Zhushan's nephew would send someone to collect another batch of food.

In the future, we will look at the needs of the barracks, and we will send them if necessary, so as to ensure that there is no shortage of food in the army, the soldiers will not go hungry, and they can fight against Japanese pirates without any worries.

Three days later, Wei Ruo and Xiumei went out in men's clothes and personally delivered food to the military camp.

Along with them are Wei Jinyi and Xiaobei. They are no strangers to Wei Ruo and Xiumei's men's clothing, but Wei Jinyi and Xiaobei don't know what they are going to do today.

Wei Jin also just knew that Wei Ruo was going out on errands, so he offered to go with him.

Wei Ruo agreed, and the four of them went out as before.

After arriving at Younan Farm, Xiaobei couldn't help but widen his eyes in surprise when he saw twenty carts of grain, and then asked Xiumei next to him in a low voice: "Miss Xiumei, where are you going to send so much grain?" ah?"

"These grains were sold to the barracks for military rations, and the lady sent them there today." Xiumei replied.

"Huh?" Xiao Bei opened his mouth wide in surprise, "Where do these grains come from?"

Xiumei didn't answer, but looked at Wei Ruo, she wasn't sure if she should tell the Second Young Master and Xiao Bei about this matter.

Wei Ruo turned around and explained, "It's mine."

"Miss, do you have so much food?" Xiaobei was even more surprised.

"Are you surprised?" Wei Ruo asked back.

Xiaobei nodded like a slap in the face: "I know that Missy is very good at growing crops, and can make crops grow on the land that could not grow crops before, but I didn't know that Missy, you have so much food! Then...the school The Wei Mansion is now..."

Xiaobei thought that the Wei family was still short of food, and because of this, Madam worried a lot. And the young lady has enough food in her hand to feed the army!

Wei Ruo smiled brightly: "These are my private property, so it doesn't matter if I sell them to whomever I like?"

Xiaobei nodded, it's okay, but...it was too unexpected.

Xiaobei couldn't help but sighed: "Miss, you are really amazing! If Madam and the others knew that you have so much food, they would probably be so shocked that their jaws would drop!"

Wei Ruo said with a smile: "Then you guys have to help me keep the secret, I'm afraid that after I startle their jaws off, they should ask me for food, then I have to worry."

Xiaobei nodded heavily: "Miss, don't worry, our young master is on your side and will definitely help you keep the secret!"

Wei Ruo turned around and smiled at Wei Jin: "Second brother, what do you think?"

"Um."

Wei Ruoming's charming smile caught Wei Jinyi's eyes, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but tinge with a smile.

After loading the carts, Wei Ruo, Wei Jinyi, Xiumei, and Xiaobei each rode a horse and walked in front. Behind them were people from the farm driving the cart full of grain.

Everyone set off from Younan Farm, talking and laughing along the way, heading east.

After leaving Xianju County, Wei Ruo and his party saw the soldiers sent by the Anti-Japanese Army to meet them.

Military food is very important, and the military camp attaches great importance to it. In order to ensure the safety of food and grass, the military camp specially sent people to the east gate of Xianju County to meet it.

The person in charge of the response was none other than Xu Zhengyong.

Seeing Wei Ruo and Xiumei, Xu Zhengyong was all smiles, but because of the presence of other people, he could only restrain himself.

What's more, he is wearing a military uniform now, and all his subordinates are behind him, so he is much more serious than when he was laughing and squabbling with Wei Ruoxiumei on weekdays.

Xiumei couldn't help feeling a little lost when she saw Xu Zhengyong's solemn appearance in military uniform.

Obviously the face is still the same, but it always feels different everywhere, and the brows are full of heroism and majesty.

Looking at it, Xiumei couldn't help but blush a little, and then lowered her head a little.

Xu Zhengyong slowed down and walked parallel with Wei Ruo: "The road ahead will be a bit difficult. If you find it difficult, we will stop and rest. It's still early and there is still time."

The last section of the road is sparsely populated because it is close to the battlefield. Moreover, the road is made of ruts, which is very uneven and easy to bump.

Xu Zhengyong knew that Wei Ruo was not proficient in riding a horse, and he was afraid that she would be tired.

"I'm fine, let's rest after the food is delivered." Wei Ruo said.

"That's good," Xu Zhengyong pointed to the small path between the two mountains in front of him and said, "Cross that path and you will be there."

"Yes." Wei Ruo responded.

Half an hour later, the team entered the narrow path.

Suddenly Wei Jin also frowned: "Stop."

Everyone turned to look at him, Wei Ruo asked, "Second Brother, what's wrong?"

Chapter 343 Encountered an ambush

"There is an ambush." Wei Jin also said.

Is there an ambush? how come?

Although it is close to the battlefield, this place is behind the battlefield.

Even if there are thieves, there are only local bandits and robbers or forced refugees.

But these people absolutely dare not touch the things of the army.

Xu Zhengyong's people were wearing military uniforms, and the flag of the army was hanging high. How could they ambush them?

Just when Xu Zhengyong was suspicious, several arrows shot out from the mountains on both sides of the front, heading towards their team of food and grass.

Xu Zhengyong subconsciously turned around to protect Wei Ruo, but there was a figure moving faster than him.

Wei Ruo didn't realize what happened, and his body fell into a firm embrace.

Wei Ruo looked up and saw Wei Jinyi's profile.

Immediately afterwards, he saw that the knife he had drawn out from nowhere was blocking the incoming arrows, and the harsh sound of the metal arrow colliding with the knife rang in Wei Ruo's ears.

Xu Zhengyong glanced at Wei Jinyi and found that his martial arts skills were extremely high. After making sure that Wei Ruo was safe by his side, he no longer had to worry about the future.

Xu Zhengyong pulled out his saber and ordered to the soldiers he brought: "Follow me to break through!"

After speaking, Xu Zhengyong took the lead and rushed to the hillsides on both sides of the road.

The soldiers followed closely, drawing their swords to fight.

Wei Ruo, who was protected by Wei Jinyi, tightly hugged Wei Jinyi's waist with both hands, and pressed his body against Wei Jinyi's chest.

She knew that what she had to do now was to be obedient and not make trouble.

Although he couldn't do anything physically, Wei Ruo observed the hillsides on both sides to determine the position and approximate number of ambushers.

There are about twenty people on each side. They are condescending and occupy a favorable terrain.

If you forcefully break through with your body, you will inevitably suffer heavy losses.

After understanding the general situation, Wei Ruo had a countermeasure in mind.

"Second brother, there is a red wooden box on the first carriage, which contains black spherical objects. You light them and throw them on the mountains on both sides." Wei Ruo said to Wei Jinyi.

After listening to Wei Ruo's words, Wei Jin also glanced at the first carriage behind him.

Then, holding Wei Ruo in his arms, he jumped a few times, came to the carriage, raised the knife and split the rope and linen wrapped in the carriage.

In addition to food, there is also a red wooden box.

After opening the box, the inside was exactly what Wei Ruo said was round and dark, with a line on each of them.

Wei Jin also put Wei Ruo down and let him hide under the car.

Wei Ruo squatted on the ground obediently, took out a fire pocket from her arms and handed it to Wei Jinyi.

"Huo Zhezi, light that fuse."

Without any hesitation or questioning, Wei Jin also quickly took the torch handed over by Wei Ruo, lit the fuse, and then threw it up, kicking him towards the ambush position on the mountain.

Immediately afterwards, there was a loud "bang", which shook the entire narrow path.

Xu Zhengyong, who was charging, and his team were blindfolded.

When everyone was shocked, Wei Jin also kicked out the second and third...

Explosions sounded one after another.

The sound was so loud that it seemed like mountains were falling apart.

This place is located between two mountains, and the two mountains can amplify the sound, making the explosion sound extraordinarily loud.

After a while, there was no movement on the hillsides on both sides.

Wei Jin also stopped, holding a bomb in his hand, and staring at the hillsides on both sides.

Wei Ruo poked his head out from under the car, Wei Jin also signaled her to wait, Wei Ruo hid his head back again.

Then Xu Zhengyong led people to rush to the hillsides on both sides. After confirming that all the people in ambush were dead, he greeted everyone.

Wei Jin also pulled Wei Ruo out from under the car.

Wei Jin also carefully looked at Wei Ruo's body, and made sure that she was only covered with dirt and was not injured.

"Second brother, are your feet not swollen?" Wei Ruo asked Wei Jinyi.

"No."

"This bomb is quite heavy. If you kick it with your foot, I feel like a normal person could break a bone." Wei Ruo said looking at Wei Jinyi's foot.

Wei Ruo thought that Wei Jin would also throw it with his hands, but he didn't expect him to choose to kick it with his feet.

If everyone has the skill of the second brother, there is no need to make a special projectile.

"It's okay." Wei Jin also replied.

"Don't lie to me, take off your shoes and show me later. If you are injured or broken, I will give you some medicine."

"It's really fine." Wei Jin also emphasized.

In order to divert Wei Ruo's attention, Wei Jin also asked Wei Ruo: "What is this ball?"

"This is a bomb. The principle is similar to that of setting off firecrackers and fireworks when we celebrate New Years and festivals, but this one is much more powerful." Wei Ruo explained.

Speaking, Wei Ruo picked up a weight in his hand and said, "I put it on the grain cart specially, and I thought it was just in case, but I didn't expect it to be really useful."

Xiaobei who ran back with Xiumei happened to hear what Wei Ruo said, and hurriedly asked, "Miss, where did you get such a powerful thing?"

"Borrowed from the gods." Wei Ruo replied.

"Huh?" Xiaobei stared blankly.

Then he looked back at his young master foolishly.

Wei Jin didn't speak either, but he already knew it.

While Wei Ruo and the others were talking, Xu Zhengyong came down from the hillside.

"If..." Xu Zhengyong almost slipped his tongue, and after a pause, he asked Wei Ruo, "How are you? Are you injured?"

"I'm fine, what happened to those ambush people?" Wei Ruo asked.

"It's all dead."

Talking, Xu Zhengyong handed Wei Ruo something.

"This is the weapon they just used."

Although the thing had been blown up to only half of it, Wei Ruo recognized at a glance that it was a slave designed by her.

"Is this thing equipped by people from other places besides the Anti-Japanese Army?" Wei Ruo asked Xu Zhengyong.

Xu Zhengyong shook his head: "Only the anti-Japanese army in Taizhou is equipped."

As soon as this remark came out, everyone's expressions changed.

If this is the case, then the people who ambushed and attacked them were not...

Xiumei couldn't help asking questions: "This is food for the Anti-Japanese Army. Does anyone in the Anti-Japanese Army hope that the food will not be supplied?"

No one can answer her question for the time being.

Xu Zhengyong said: "It doesn't necessarily have to be done by people in the Anti-Japanese Army. Maybe someone stole our 驽, or stole the 驽's design."

Xu Zhengyong still hopes deep down that this matter has nothing to do with the Anti-Japanese Army.

He didn't want to believe that someone in the Anti-Japanese Army would choose to betray his comrades who fought **** battles with him, betray his country and the people they swore to protect.

After being silent for a while, Wei Ruo asked Xu Zhengyong: "How many people in the barracks know about my delivery of food today?"

Chapter 344 Overnight Inn

After thinking for a while, Xu Zhengyong said: "In addition to me, Lord Wei, Lord Zheng, His Highness the Seventh Highness, and the two adults in charge of the granary, there may be a few other assistants around the adults. It is difficult for me to tell the specifics. I have to go back. Just ask."

Those who know the truth say that there is no more, and that there is no less.

Because this matter is not considered a secret in the military camp, no secrecy measures have been taken, and it is impossible to determine where the news will leak out.

Wei Ruo thought for a moment and then said: "First bandage and treat the wounds of the wounded, and reorganize the team. We will discuss other matters later."

Xu Zhengyong nodded.

Fortunately, this time the attack ended quickly. There were no deaths among Wei Ruo's people and those brought by Xu Zhengyong, but eleven people were injured.

Four of them are long-term workers in Zhuangzi who follow Wei Ruo to deliver food, and seven are Xu Zhengyong's subordinates.

Wei Ruo asked Xu Zhengyong, Xiumei, and Xiaobei to treat the wounds of the eleven wounded, and bandage them with medicine. Wei Ruo specially brought the wound medicine, which Xu Zhengyong originally planned to take to the barracks, but it just happened to be used now. up.

Wei Ruo himself and Wei Jinyi went to the **** of the ambush to check the situation in person.

Because of the power of the bomb, the death of those ambushing personnel was a bit miserable.

Wei Ruo frowned, and Wei Jin also keenly sensed her discomfort, and said, "If you don't feel comfortable watching it, don't watch it."

Wei Ruo shook his head: "It's not that I feel uncomfortable when I see the horrific state of the corpse. No corpse can scare me. It's just that I'm not used to someone dying because of me."

After a pause, Wei Ruo added: "But I don't regret it at all. I can't be soft-hearted to those who want to kill me. The one I'm soft-hearted to death is me. So you don't have to worry about me, second brother. I'll get used to it a little bit." Just a moment."

Wei Ruo has some sensibility, but in the end, reason dominates.

Wei Jin also stared at Wei Ruo, his eyes flickered, as if something in his heart was touched.

Wei Ruo and Wei Jin also inspected around. Apart from the slaves used by these ambushers, they also found that these people had more or less old wounds on their bodies. The wounds seemed to be suffered on the battlefield. The shape of the knife wound is very similar to that caused by the samurai sword unique to Japanese pirates.

In this way, it further confirmed Wei Ruo's previous conjecture that these ambushing people were probably members of the Anti-Japanese Army.

After coming down from the mountain, Wei Ruo arranged for her people to set off and return, leaving only Xu Zhengyong and the army at the scene.

Because the sound caused by the explosion just now was very loud, especially after being amplified by the special environment of this small intestine path, it may be heard even from a long distance.

If the barracks heard this voice, they should send someone here to check.

Wei Ruo didn't want to deal with the people in the barracks for the time being. He came to deliver the food today because he planned to mix in with the team and deliver the food to the barracks gate before turning back.

So he planned to leave first and leave the rest to Xu Zhengyong.

Before leaving, Wei Ruo and Xu Zhengyong briefly explained the words to the barracks for a while. She probably guessed that after the people from the military camp came, they should ask about the bomb.

Not long after Wei Ruo and others evacuated, Chu Lan rushed to the scene of the incident with his people.

Wreckage and corpses of the conflict still remain at the scene.

The most astonishing thing among them was the corpses of those who ambush, whose tragic situation was beyond the reach of any weapon they had seen before.

Chu Lan asked Xu Zhengyong what happened, and Xu Zhengyong reported in detail what happened just now.

"What caused the ambushers on the hillsides on both sides to suffer such injuries?" Chu Lan asked.

"It's a very special weapon. I don't know it for the time being. I was busy taking people up the mountain to make a surprise attack. I didn't see what it looked like. I only vaguely saw something throwing it towards the hillsides on both sides, and then there was a loud noise. The sound, when you realize it again, the ambushers on the mountain will already look like this." Xu Zhengyong replied.

"Where did that thing come from?" Chu Lan asked again.

"My cousin bought it from a ship merchant. I wanted to transport it to the barracks this time. I wanted to let the adults see if it can be used on the battlefield. But it just happened to happen. Use it directly." Xu Zhengyong explained.

After listening to Xu Zhengyong's description, Chu Lan was silent for a long time, and then asked: "How much is there now? I want to see that thing."

"They are all used up." Xu Zhengyong replied.

Actually there are some leftovers, but when Wei Ruo left just now, he took all the rest with him.

"Is there any way to get it later?"

"I don't know about this either. It depends on luck. If you can still buy it." Xu Zhengyong replied.

Hearing such an answer, Chu Lan couldn't help flashing a bit of disappointment on his face, but he still told Xu Zhengyong: "You ask your cousin to ask carefully. If there is any, be sure to send it to the military camp."

"The subordinate takes orders."

Because of the delay, I couldn't return to Fucheng before dark.

In addition, someone in the team was injured, so Wei Ruo decided to find an inn in the county seat of Xianju County to rest for the night, and return to Fucheng tomorrow morning.

Because it is a county close to the battlefield, the business of the inn is very deserted, so people like Wei Ruo stayed here tonight.

The small inn was also very lively because of the arrival of Wei Ruo and his party.

Dinner was simple, and then Wei Ruo asked everyone to go back to the room to recuperate.

Wei Ruo and Wei Jin also live in the two innermost rooms on the second floor.

In the evening, Wei Ruo knocked on Wei Jinyi's door.

Through the shadow reflected on the door, Wei Ruo saw that Wei Jinyi was right in front of the door, but he didn't open the door right away, thinking about something.

After a while, Wei Jin also opened the door.

Wei Ruo saw that Wei Jinyi was neatly dressed, still wearing the moon-white clothes he wore during the day, looking spotless, and he couldn't tell that there was a fierce fight with anyone today.

It's because his martial arts are too high, even if he protects her, he didn't let the villain get hurt at all.

Wei Ruo looked down at Wei Jinyi's shoes, which were covered with a lot of dirt, and then asked, "How are your feet?"

"It's okay." Wei Jinyi replied for the third time.

"Let me take a look." Wei Ruo felt that Wei Jinyi would say he was fine even if something happened.

Wei Jin also took two steps back with a serious expression: "No."

"Second brother, don't be shy. I've seen a lot of feet. In the past, in the countryside, everyone transplanted rice seedlings in the fields with bare feet. No matter men, women or children, there is no such taboo." Wei Ruo said.

"Ruo'er, I didn't hurt my foot. I used martial arts and ingenuity. I didn't use my bones to go head-to-head with the thing you made." Wei Jin also explained.

Chapter 345 Discuss countermeasures with the second brother

Obviously Wei Jin also guessed that the novelty used today was made by Wei Ruo.

Wei Ruo has already believed Wei Jinyi's explanation, but seeing his overly serious appearance, Wei Ruo couldn't help but want to tease him.

"It's better to let me see if it's not hurt, just in case, some injuries may not feel right on the spot, but in fact there is already a problem inside, and it may be more serious when it is discovered after a while." Wei Ruo Vibrant words.

As he said that, Wei Ruo was about to come forward to grab Wei Jin and take off his shoes.

Wei Jin also backed away.

"Ruoer, don't do it! Women are not allowed to look at a man's feet casually."

"You are not just any man, you are my brother, you and my brother and sister, so there are so many taboos."

Wei Ruo's observance of the rules is only used on the outside. In fact, her modern-educated soul makes her feel that it is not too outrageous to look at her own brother's feet.

Saying that, Wei Ruo came forward suddenly, and Wei Jin didn't know whether to hide or not.

If he hides, he is afraid that Wei Ruo will miss the opportunity and hit the wall.

After hesitating, he chose to grab Wei Ruo's restless palms.

The moment he caught it, Wei Jinyi was stunned for a moment, and looked down at the two catkins he was holding in his hands, Wei Jin was also a little dazed.

Wei Ruo didn't feel anything, instead he burst out laughing.

"Second brother, it seems that you are nervous, I really can't see it, you usually do things as you like, and you are just as pedantic and rigid as those teachers."

"No." Wei Jin also denied it, and at the same time let go of Wei Ruo's hand.

He's not being pedantic, he's just treating her...

Wei Ruo smiled, then sat down at the round table in the room, ready to discuss business with Wei Jinyi.

Wei Jin also closed the door. He knew that Wei Ruo came to him, and he must have wanted to talk to him about today's affairs.

"Second Brother, do you think what happened today has something to do with the Anti-Japanese Army?" Wei Ruo asked.

Wei Jin also did not give a direct answer, but said: "A century-old tree is prone to rotten branches, and even the anti-Japanese army will inevitably be eroded."

"I'm thinking, if it's true that some people in the anti-Japanese army don't want to be replenished with food and grass in a timely manner, what will their purpose be? Is it collusion with the Japanese pirates, or is it that they want to take this opportunity to deal with Chu Lan?"

The lack of food in the military camp, the most direct impact is the battle with Japanese pirates. The indirect impact is Chu Lan's meritorious service.

Everyone knows that the emperor asked Chu Lan to participate in the war against the Japanese as a warlord, and sent the six princes to the south of the Yangtze River for disaster relief. It was to test the abilities of the two princes and see how much they could achieve.

Now Chu Lan is doing very well in the barracks, and at the same time, she can distract herself from the disaster and help Taizhou Prefecture.

The Sixth Prince has been on Jiangsu-Zhejiang Road for some time, but so far no results have been seen. The effect of disaster management is far from being as good as Taizhou Prefecture's self-rescue.

Judging from the current situation, the sixth prince is likely to lose this competition.

"It's all possible." Wei Jin also agreed with Wei Ruo's conjecture, and then asked Wei Ruo, "If so, what is Ruoer's plan?"

Wei Ruo sighed: "The struggle in court has nothing to do with me, and I don't worry about who can be the emperor. But if they want to fight for power, kill the soldiers who defend the country, and harm their own compatriots, I can't turn a blind eye ."

"Don't say there are people I know well, even if there aren't, they must not chill the hearts of the soldiers who fought **** battles against Japanese pirates."

"What's more, if the soldiers are defeated, the city gate falls, and the Japanese pirates invade, how many innocent people will be implicated with the behavior of those bastards? How can I be alone? They burn, kill, loot, and do all kinds of evil. of!"

Wei Ruo's voice was filled with deep helplessness and a little anger.

Wei Jin also looked at her, and something in his heart was touched again.

"Is Ruo'er planning to find out the mastermind behind the scenes?" Wei Jin also asked.

Wei Ruo nodded, "I have this idea."

"I'll help you." Wei Jin also said.

"But the second brother still has his own work to do?"

"You can let go of my matter for now. What you said is right. The hearts of soldiers who have fought **** battles should not be cold, and the country's gates should not be opened wide." Wei Jin also said.

Wei Ruo rested his chin in both hands, looked at Wei Jin and smiled: "Second Brother, do you mean letting go of your own affairs for me? Does it mean that my sister still has a certain weight in your heart?"

Wei Jin also blushed slightly, and then responded with a very soft voice: "Yes."

More than a little weight.

The smile on Wei Ruo's face became wider. Although the second brother looked indifferent, he was still on her side. Whatever she wanted to do, he would put aside his own and do it with her.

Wei Jin also looked at Wei Ruo's smile, and for a moment, the corners of his mouth kept moving upwards.

"What is Ruo'er going to do?" Wei Jin also asked.

"Second Brother, what do you think of the new gadget used to kill the ambush today?" Wei Ruo asked.

"The power is huge, unexpected." Wei Jin also replied.

"What if it is applied to the battlefield?"

"It can change the situation of the battle."

"I hesitated before, whether to take this thing out, because it is very dangerous, and my action is likely to make the already cruel battlefield even more cruel." Wei Ruo said.

"Um."

"Now I have changed my mind, and use this object and food as a guide to lead out the people behind the scenes."

Wei Ruo is going to set up a game for the people behind the scenes, luring them to take the initiative to show their feet.

Early in the morning of the second day, Wei Ruo and others set off for Taizhou Mansion, and it was already noon when they arrived in Taizhou Mansion.

Wei Ruo didn't inform the mansion in advance that she wouldn't go home last night, so after returning to the mansion, she was inevitably called by Yun to inquire.

Fortunately, Wei Ruo had the matter of land reclamation and disaster relief as a shield, and only said that he stayed in the Yuan Mansion last night, so the Yun family stopped asking.

When Wei Ruo came out of Cangyun Garden, he happened to meet Wei Qingwan who was going to Cangyun Garden.

Wei Qingwan was supported by Nanny Li, her steps were difficult and she moved slowly.

Seeing Wei Ruo, Wei Qingwan stopped in her tracks, and after looking at each other, she immediately lowered her head again.

Wei Ruo chuckled, thinking of coming to Cangyun Garden before his injury healed, is this because he is worried that his status in the mansion will not be guaranteed? It can be considered hard enough.

Then Wei Ruo ignored Wei Qingwan and walked away directly.

Wei Qingwan couldn't help clenching her fists, Wei Qingruo actually showed contemptuous and contemptuous eyes when she saw her! It is thanks to Wei Qingruo that she is like this now! Why does she despise her?

"Sister." Wei Qingwan called Wei Ruo who was about to leave.

Wei Ruo stopped and turned around.

"My sister treats my younger sister so 'kindly', my sister has recorded this love, and I will definitely return it to my sister in the future." Wei Qingwan said.

Chapter 346 Making a Game

"Is this what you want to say?" Wei Ruo felt that he had heard a nonsense, as if Wei Qingwan planned to get along well with her without this incident.

"It's not my fault that my sister and I were wrongly hugged. It's fate. Since my sister entered the house, I took the initiative to visit and give gifts to make up for it. I wanted to live in peace with my sister, but my sister didn't think so. Me, let me be in such a field today. If this is the case, then sister will not blame me for not thinking about sisterhood in the future."

Wei Ruo wanted to laugh when he heard it. Could it be that he believed in the legend that he pretended too much?

"You are very good at hypnotizing yourself, but you still think you are quite innocent?" Wei Ruo sneered.

"My sister thinks I'm guilty and hates me because I've taken over my sister's identity for thirteen years and my parents' and elder's friendship for thirteen years, but that's not my choice. When you and I were wronged, I was just like you. A newborn baby can't control anything. As for the things you said before that I hurt you, they are just your self-righteous and unfounded conjectures." Wei Qingwan insisted that she was innocent.

"According to what you said, what does your being punished this time have anything to do with me? I didn't say that you harmed elder brother. Elder brother personally testified against you. Shouldn't you go to elder brother?" Wei Ruo asked road.

"Does it matter? My sister is very clear in her heart, so there is no need to put on airs. If my sister doesn't have this marriage in the Xu family, do you think she can ruin my marriage?" Wei Qingwan said.

Seeing Wei Qingwan's double standard, Wei Ruo stopped talking to her, feeling that it would be a waste of time to say more.

Looking at Wei Ruo's leaving back, Wei Qingwan said coldly: "Now she doesn't take me seriously anymore."

Nanny Li comforted from the side: "Miss, don't worry, when you join the Qi family, she will only be envious and jealous."

Although Wei Qingwan didn't answer Nanny Li's words, she acquiesced in Nanny Li's words in her heart.

"Mommy, help me to see my mother."

Wei Qingwan knew clearly that she could not be kicked out of the Wei family for the time being, and that if she wanted to marry Qi Zhen, she still needed the identity of the daughter of the Wei family.

No matter how poor the Wei family is, it is still a lord's family. If she is kicked out by the Wei family and returns to the He family, then there is absolutely no possibility for her to marry Qi Zhen as his first wife.

But now in the Captain's Mansion, the only thing she can grasp most is Yun's, so she can't lose Yun's love for her no matter what.

On the second day, Xu Zhengyong returned to his home in Sibaozhai, Fucheng.

Immediately afterwards, he sent a letter to Wei Ruo who was in Xiaowei's mansion.

Wei Ruo was not surprised by Xu Zhengyong's delivery of the letter, because when she taught Xu Zhengyong to answer the words about the bomb that day, she already thought that someone would want to ask about the bomb later.

After receiving Xu Zhengyong's letter, Wei Ruo went out. Unlike before with only Xiumei, this time Wei Ruo was accompanied by Wei Jin.

Xu Zhengyong, who was waiting for Wei Ruo in Sibaozhai, showed a surprised expression when he saw Wei Jinyi.

"He..." Xu Zhengyong hesitated.

"It's okay, my second brother knows about it, so I can talk to my second brother about this matter." Wei Ruo explained.

After listening to Wei Ruo's explanation, Xu Zhengyong couldn't help looking at Wei Jinyi for a while.

He knew before that in Xiaowei's mansion, sister Ruoer had a second brother who got along well, but he didn't know that this second brother was so trusted by sister Ruoer that he could even get this second brother involved in such things.

Although he was surprised, Xu Zhengyong still believed in Wei Ruo's judgment, so he didn't hesitate too long, so he told Wei Ruo about the two days in front of Wei Jinyi.

The barracks has carefully investigated the attack on the food convoy in the past two days, and there is no result of the investigation yet, but both the Seventh Prince and the garrison are attaching great importance to this matter.

Another thing that attracted attention was the bomb made by Wei Ruo. Its destructive power made all the generals, including the seventh prince Chu Lan, very interested.

If such a powerful thing can be used on the battlefield, it will definitely increase their firepower and greatly increase their chances of winning against Japanese pirates.

And Xu Zhengyong's return this time is also related to this matter. The Seventh Prince and Zheng Shoubei hope that Xu Zhengyong can find this thing.

After the statement, Xu Zhengyong asked Wei Ruo: "Sister Ruoer, what do you think?"

Wei Ruo said: "I've already made arrangements, and it will be more complicated. I will teach you how to reply to the Seventh Prince and the others. You must keep it in mind, and there must be no mistakes."

Xu Zhengyong nodded heavily.

Wei Ruodao: "After you go back, you will disclose the source of the bomb to the Seventh Prince, Zheng Shoubei, my father, and the two adults in charge of the granary, but the answers you gave to them are different. For your convenience, I have Write down the corresponding remarks on paper, and you will memorize them by heart when you go back."

Wei Ruo handed over the written letter to Xu Zhengyong.

Xu Zhengyong opened the letter paper and took a look, then asked, "Sister Ruoer, when did your handwriting become so beautiful?"

"I didn't write it."

"Oh, no wonder."

Wei Ruobai glanced at Xu Zhengyong, so don't emphasize this kind of thing!

Xu Zhengyong carefully read the contents of the letter paper, and then asked Wei Ruo: "Why did sister Ruoer do this? Which one of these is true?"

Xu Zhengyong didn't understand very much.

"I can't tell Brother Xiaoyong the specific reason for now. Brother Xiaoyong will do as I said first, and I will explain it to you later." Wei Ruo said.

Considering that Xu Zhengyong is not very good at hiding things, and the suspect is his comrade in arms, Wei Ruo does not intend to tell Xu Zhengyong all the plans for the time being.

Although Xu Zhengyong was puzzled, he still nodded and said: "Okay, then I will follow what Sister Ruoer said."

"Brother Xiaoyong, you have to be careful, don't let them find out what's tricky." Wei Ruo added.

"Sister Ruoer, don't worry, I will definitely complete the task you entrusted to me!" Xu Zhengyong patted his chest and promised.

After talking about the business, Xu Zhengyong pulled Wei Jinyi aside while Wei Ruo was talking to his mother.

"Second Brother Wei, if you treat Sister Ruoer well, then you are my good brother! If you need me for anything in the future, just ask me, I, Xu Zhengyong, have a duty to do it!" Xu Zhengyong said to Wei Jinyi, clapping his chest.

Wei Jin also nodded.

"Don't look at me as a general manager now, and my official position is not as good as your father's, but I, Xu Zhengyong, am a person with goals and ideals. I will rely on my efforts to sit in a higher position, and I will be able to be Ruoer's sister in the future. And your backer!" Xu Zhengyong said again.

"Thank you, brother Xu." Wei Jin also said.

Immediately afterwards, Xu Zhengyong looked around, and then said to Wei Jinyi mysteriously: "By the way, there is one more thing to ask Brother Wei."

Chapter 347 They are more like family

"What is it?"

"I just want to trouble you to help me look at Meimei...Meimei...Although Meimei is good at martial arts, she is not as smart as sister Ruoer. lied to..."

As he spoke, Xu Zhengyong's cheeks turned slightly red.

"You should tell Ruo'er about this." Wei Jin also said.

"That won't work. Sister Ruoer and Meimei are together. If you tell Sister Ruoer, Meimei will know."

"I see, I will pay attention to Brother Xu." Wei Jin also replied.

Hearing this answer, Xu Zhengyong happily patted Wei Jinyi on the shoulder, "Then I will thank Second Brother Wei in advance!"

After discussing serious matters with Xu Zhengyong, Wei Ruo and Wei Jin didn't leave right away, and stayed for dinner together at the kind invitation of the nanny's family.

The dining table is arranged in the courtyard, and the nanny personally cooked a table of home-cooked dishes.

Although these dishes are not as good as Zuixianju's chef, and they don't have such high-end ingredients, they have a taste of home that cannot be compared with other places, which makes people's index fingers move.

At the dinner table, seeing Wei Ruo talking and laughing with the Xu family, Wei Jin also saw a different Wei Ruo.

Perhaps this is the real her, and she in the captain's mansion is bound.

The relationship between the Xu family and Wei Ruo also made Wei Jin feel a sense of relaxation and warmth that he had never felt before.

"Second Brother Wei, eat more." Xu Zhengyong warmly brought food to Wei Jinyi, "Look at you, you are so thin and weak, you look like you could fall if the wind blows. Just eat more and get stronger."

Xiumei snickered aside.

"Meimei, what are you laughing at?" Xu Zhengyong asked.

"It's nothing, I just look forward to you punching the second young master." Xiumei said with a smile.

"I'm just making an analogy. Second Brother Wei is nice to Sister Ruoer, why should I beat him?" Xu Zhengyong turned his head and explained to Wei Jinyi as he spoke, "Second Brother Wei, don't worry, my fist is hard, but it's not a punch. Yours, I only beat those who bully Sister Ruoer."

"Yes." Wei Jin also responded.

Xiumei smiled even more happily.

"Meimei, what are you laughing at?" Xu Zhengyong was puzzled.

"It's okay, it's okay, I just think Brother Xiaoyong is amazing." Xiumei said with a smile.

Xu Zhengyong looked suspicious. He always felt that Xiumei was teasing herself by saying this, but he couldn't find evidence.

Wei Ruo put a large piece of dried prunes and vegetables into Wei Jinyi's bowl: "Brother Xiaoyong is right, you look weak, you should eat more. My nanny's specialty dishes, you can eat and see."

This kind of behavior of picking up vegetables will not happen in the Wei family. In a high-ranking family, this kind of behavior seems indecent.

But in the Xu family, there is no such taboo, and there is no rule not to talk during meals. The whole dining table is lively and lively, with a warmth that the Wei family does not have.

"Yeah." Wei Jin picked up the meat and tasted it carefully, "It's delicious."

Seeing that Wei Jin also said it was delicious, the nanny breathed a sigh of relief. She was very worried that he would not like it. After all, the young lady's brother grew up in the captain's mansion and was used to fine food. do not adapt.

Xu Zhengyong said to Wei Jinyi: "Second Brother Wei, you will often come with Sister Ruoer and my junior sister in the future. My mother can cook a lot."

"Yes." Wei Jin also responded, with a gentle smile on his face.

"Who is your junior sister?" Xiumei was dissatisfied with Xu Zhengyong's address to herself.

"You!" Xu Zhengyong was confident.

"Stop coming, I'm your senior sister!" Xiumei retorted.

"No, you are my junior sister!" Xu Zhengyong insisted.

The two began to quarrel about the ranking of seniority again.

Wei Ruo, Nanny and Xu Zhushan are all very used to it.

Wei Ruo also explained to Wei Jin: "The two of them have to quarrel like this every once in a while, and I might not get used to it when they stop arguing."

"Well, it's pretty good." Wei Jin also said.

This kind of quarrel can only happen to people who are in a good relationship, and ordinary people don't have it.

Amidst the laughter, everyone finished their dinner in the backyard of Sibaozhai. After that, Wei Ruo and Wei Jin also took the carriage back to Xiaowei's mansion together.

On the way, Wei Jin also saw that Wei Ruo was in a good mood, and his mood also relaxed.

"Ruo'er, do you want to go back to that house?" Wei Jinyi asked suddenly.

That family is the Xu family.

Perhaps for Ruoer, the place with the Xu family is more like her home.

"I think so, but it's hard, isn't it? No matter how bad the Wei family is, it's still a lord's house. No matter how much money I make, I'm still a businessman, or a woman. I can't fight because of the disparity in status and status."

"So you want to marry someone." Wei Jin also learned about this from Wang Caiwei, and this was the first time he had a face-to-face discussion with Wei Ruo after returning this time.

"Yes, I want to be free. I don't know if the second brother can understand. I know that my thoughts are a bit shocking, but they allow me to get the life I want." Wei Ruo explained.

At dusk, the light in the carriage was not bright. One side of Wei Ruo's face was shining with the light of the sunset, while the other side was hidden in the darkness.

Wei Jin also stared at Wei Ruo's face, and didn't speak for a while.

Wei Ruo raised his head and smiled at Wei Jinyi: "So second brother, don't stop me next time, I've thought it through."

Wei Jin neither agreed nor refuted.

Early the next morning, Wei Mingting also returned to Xiaowei's Mansion.

There must be a reason for him to go home so frequently, otherwise, given the current tense situation along the coast, Wei Mingting, who is the deputy guard, would definitely not be able to leave his post so frequently.

After returning home, Wei Mingting locked himself in the study.

Out of worry, Yun asked the kitchen to make some food and came to visit.

"Husband, why are you back? But what happened to the barracks?" Yun's face was full of concern.

"Something happened." Wei Mingting frowned, his expression serious.

"Is the problem of food and grass unresolved?"

"The problem of food and grass has taken shape, but now there is another equally serious matter that bothers me."

"What is that?" Yun asked.

Wei Mingting looked at Yun Shi and sighed: "Go and call Ruo'er, I have something to talk to her about."

Wei Mingting was depressed, but Wei Mingting felt that what he said to his wife about these things was not very useful. Instead, the image of the eldest daughter came to his mind.

Mr. Yun was a little surprised. She didn't expect that the person her husband thought of at this time would be the eldest daughter.

After thinking for a while, Yun replied: "Okay, I'll send someone to call Ruoer here."

Then Yun called Cuiping and asked her to listen to Songyuan and invite Wei Ruo to come over.

When Cuiping received Yun's order to listen to Songyuan looking for Wei Ruo, Wei Ruo was reading the account books in her room.

Chapter 348 His daughter won his heart

After the bait is released, it takes a certain amount of time to wait for the fish to take the bait.

Before that, Wei Ruo still had his own affairs to attend to.

Although Zhuangzi and the shop have nanny Yu in charge, they help and see that Wei Ruo doesn't need to worry about it, but there are still some things that Wei Ruo needs to make up his own mind.

Cuiping stood outside the room door: "Miss, the master has returned home today, and is in the study in the front yard. Let the slaves come and invite Miss."

Wei Ruo put down the brush in his hand, paused, and replied, "Wait a minute, I'll be right there."

Wei Ruo put away the account book, and asked Cuiping to fetch the jar of thyme.

Xiumei came back with thyme, and asked: "Miss, why is the master looking for you today?"

"I'm afraid he came back today because of the incident that the food delivery team was attacked halfway. As for why he asked me to wait, you should know." Wei Ruo guessed.

Xiumei nodded.

Wei Ruo took Xiumei and Cuiping to Wei Mingting's study in the front yard.

In the study, Wei Mingting was sitting in front of the desk, flipping through something solemnly, while Yunshi stood beside him, grinding for him.

After Wei Ruo came in, Wei Mingting stopped what he was doing.

Seeing Xiumei holding the wine jar behind Wei Ruo, Wei Mingting said: "Father appreciates Ruoer's kindness, but today is not suitable for drinking."

Wei Mingting is a very principled person. He only drinks alcohol when he can relax. Now that something happened in the barracks, he is determined not to drink alcohol on this kind of thing.

"I promised my father this wine before, and I will serve it back today." Wei Ruo said.

"Leave it alone for now." Wei Mingting said, "I asked you to come today because I want to hear your opinion on some matters."

"What father wants to ask must be about the things in the military camp, but my daughter doesn't understand the things in the military camp. Why would father want to ask my opinion?" Wei Ruo asked.

Hearing this, Wei Mingting was a little surprised but also a little relieved: "Ruo'er is really smart, and the father didn't say what it is, so you have probably guessed it."

"What can make my father so worried is what happened in the barracks. What's more, according to common sense, my father should be in the barracks now. Coming back at this moment must mean that something happened in the barracks, and the matter is not small."

"You're not wrong at all. Something happened in the barracks, and my father was very troubled. I don't know why I wanted to ask you, but I vaguely felt that maybe Ruoer's intelligence could give my father a different feeling." Opinion. Ruo'er, you don't have to be nervous, you just need to express your opinion, it doesn't matter if it's right or not, we're chatting at home, no matter right or wrong." Wei Mingting said.

"Father, please tell me." Wei Ruo also wanted to hear Wei Mingting's opinion on the attack on the food delivery team.

"The last time when we fought against Japanese pirates, Weifu led a team of troops to attack on the flanks, but halfway through the road, they were attacked by Japanese pirates. Weifu and his party were caught off guard and almost died." Wei Mingting talked about the last time he was attacked by Japanese pirates. serious injury.

Wei Ruo only knew that Wei Mingting was almost killed in battle last time, but he didn't know that there was such a secret behind it.

On the side, Yun's face showed a surprised expression when he heard this remark. Her husband had never mentioned this matter to her before.

Wei Mingting continued: "Originally my father only thought that time was an accident, but something happened recently. The barracks managed to find the supply of grain and grass. Because it was transported within the city, my father thought it should be safe, but he didn't want to transport grain and grass. The team was ambushed halfway."

"Father, does anyone have someone to suspect?" Wei Ruo went straight to the point.

Wei Mingting's eyes showed joy, his daughter was really smart, and she understood what he meant immediately.

"No." Wei Mingting said, "What I'm worried about is how to find this person. If this person is not removed, then our army's battle with the Japanese pirates will be very difficult, and many soldiers will die because of it. "

"Father can discuss this matter with the Seventh Prince." Wei Ruo said.

"Ruo'er thinks he should go to the Seventh Prince for his father?" Wei Mingting was a little surprised.

Wei Ruo nodded: "Among the military camp, if you want to say who is the least suspicious, besides the father, it should be the Seventh Prince."

Although Wei Ruo doesn't like Chu Lan, it cannot be denied that Chu Lan is the most likely innocent person among them.

Regardless of considering Chu Lan's identity and interests, or according to the description in the original book, it is unlikely that Chu Lan was the one who did this.

"Father, I remember Ruo'er said last time that our family should not have too many contacts with the Seventh Prince." Wei Mingting said again.

"It's true that you shouldn't get too involved with the Seventh Prince, and you shouldn't get involved in court disputes, but this matter is different. Father and the Seventh Prince are in the military camp together. There is an inner ghost in the military camp. You should work together to eradicate the inner ghost. It has nothing to do with standing in line. Court disputes." Wei Ruo explained.

Wei Mingting stared at Wei Ruo, and the fog in his heart dissipated with Wei Ruo's words.

"Ruo'er's words are very reasonable." Wei Mingting approved Wei Ruo's judgment, "As a father, you really shouldn't be too obsessed with keeping boundaries with the Seventh Prince. There should be special countermeasures for special things."

Wei Ruo thought for a while, and asked Wei Mingting: "Father, how many people knew about the arrangement of your flanking raid that day?"

"not much."

"Who are the main people?"

"Only people above the general level know. After the discussion, I led the team and set off, and the people below didn't know."

After Wei Mingting finished answering, Wei Ruo frowned and asked, "What did Ruoer think of?"

"Not yet." Wei Ruo did not elaborate.

She has already prepared the relevant game, and the answer will be revealed after the fish take the bait.

"Okay, father knows, Ruo'er should go back first, and think about it carefully for father."

"Daughter resigns."

Wei Ruo left the study, and then Yun asked Wei Mingting: "Husband, there are really spies in the barracks? Aren't you very dangerous?"

"Don't worry, I will take care of this matter, you take care of your family." Wei Mingting urged.

"Yes, the concubine knows." Yun knows that she can't do anything else, she can only take care of the house so that her husband has no worries.

At this moment, Mrs. Yun is a little fortunate that the eldest daughter is smart and can help her husband solve problems on her behalf.

Noon the next day.

At the invitation of Fan Chengxu, Wei Ruo and Xiumei dressed up in men's clothing and went out to Zuixianju.

Fan Chengxu has been looking for Xu Heyou more than once recently, but Wei Ruo has been really busy recently, so he kept pushing and pushing until today when he was free.

After Wei Ruo entered the box, he found that besides Fan Chengxu, there was another young man whom he didn't know in the room.

"Boss Fan has guests? It seems that I came at the wrong time." Wei Ruo said.

Seeing Wei Ruo, Fan Chengxu beamed with joy: "No, Brother Heyou, you came just in time!"

Qi Zhen glanced at Wei Ruo, and asked with a smile, "This is Mr. Xu Heyou Xu whom Brother Fan has been thinking about?"

Chapter 349 You can make her a concubine

Qi Zhen looked at Wei Ruo unscrupulously, with disappointment in his eyes.

Mediocre, it is a summary of Qi Zhen's evaluation of Xu Heyou.

Hearing Fan Chengxu's description, he thought he could at least stand out a little more, but he didn't expect it to be such a young man who couldn't be recognized among the crowd.

If he saw this on weekdays, he wouldn't even look straight at him.

Feeling Qi Zhen's gaze sizing him up, Wei Ruo also looked at him subconsciously.

Seeing this, Fan Chengxu introduced the two of them: "That's right, this is the Brother Heyou I mentioned, he is my business friend."

After answering Qi Zhen's question, Fan Chengxu said to Wei Ruo: "This is Mr. Qi from the capital, and he happened to drink tea with me today."

Fan Chengxu didn't tell Wei Ruo Qi Zhen's name, but this description made Wei Ruo guess the identity of this person.

He came from the capital, and his surname is Qi, and he can be Fan Chengxu's guest. He should be Qi Zhen, the third son of the Qi family that Chu Lan talked about!

Don't mention it, this appearance is okay, with a delicate and handsome face and a pair of peach blossom eyes, it is really fascinating to look at.

It's just that she is still a little worse than Chu Lan, let alone her second brother.

"Meet Mr. Qi." Wei Ruo greeted Qi Zhen politely.

Qi Zhen responded with a smile: "Master Xu, I have admired your name for a long time. Mr. Xu's tea and wine are very good. Ever since I tasted it at Brother Fan's place, I have always wanted to meet Mr. Xu himself."

"I'm afraid I will disappoint Mr. Qi, I'm just a commoner, doing some small business to make ends meet." Wei Ruo said.

Fan Chengxu said: "Brother Heyou, don't be so modest. What you do is not a small business. You don't know how popular tea and wine are."

Qi Zhen also said: "That's right, the tea and wine are really good, especially this wine. I have never tasted such a mellow baijiu in the capital."

"Brother Heyou, sit down and have a cup of tea." Fan Chengxu warmly invited Wei Ruo to take a seat.

Fan Chengxu doesn't really want to deal with Qi Zhen, but it's not easy to drive Qi Zhen away if he comes.

And Xu Heyou was the person he wanted to meet and talk to, and finally met today, so he couldn't let him go.

Wei Ruo sat down in the vacant seat after thinking for a moment.

Fan Chengxu poured tea for Wei Ruo himself.

Seeing Fan Chengxu pouring tea attentively, Qi Zhen smiled and said: "I was here with Brother Fan in the past two days, and I heard him praise you several times, saying that you are the most interesting person he met in Taizhou Mansion."

"Boss Fan is absurd, I'm just a common man who loves money, I can't be called interesting." Wei Ruo said.

"Coincidentally, the people sitting here today are all ordinary people." Qi Zhen said, retracting the fan in his hand, pointing to Fan Chengxu, "Brother Fan also loves money, and as for me, I love beauties."

Qi Zhen has never shy away from his love for beauties, and admits it very generously.

"Oh? Did Mr. Qi meet any beauties when he came to Taizhou this time?" Wei Ruo asked.

"The land in the south of the Yangtze River is indeed rich in beauties, and I have indeed met a woman I like. She is weak and boneless, charming and lovely, quite different from those who grew up in the capital." Qi Zhen commented.

"Young master Qi should make good use of it, and find a wife who is like water and go back. In the future, the red sleeves will add fragrance, and the nephrite jade will be warm and fragrant in his arms. A thousand pieces of gold will not be exchanged." Wei Ruo said.

Hearing this, Fan Chengxu smiled: "Brother Heyou, if you have such an idea, it means that you still know too little about Mr. Qi. Mr. Qi has quite a status in the capital, and a beauty in Taizhou Prefecture cannot be his first wife." , he is just acting on occasion."

Qi Zhen said: "Brother Fan, don't make me look like a libertine who plays with people's feelings. I really feel pity for the beauty. Although I can't give you a name, it won't be a waste. As long as the beauty is willing, I will It is willing to give a decent title, and it is still possible to take it home and make it a noble concubine."

Fan Chengxu said: "Recently, the second young miss of the Wei family who has had a private meeting with a man is you, right? Do you still want to take her back to be a noble concubine?"

Qi Zhen smiled and replied: "As long as the Wei family agrees, it's fine."

Fan Chengxu said: "Let me remind you that although the Wei family has fallen, their ancestors were prominent and their titles have not been removed. How do you ask the Wei family to agree to their own daughter as a concubine for you?"

Qi Zhen said: "That's the business of their Wei family. If they don't want to, I can't force it. I really like the second miss of the Wei family. Her delicate appearance makes me unforgettable. It is the only one I have met so far. One of the most unforgettable beauties in my life."

Fan Chengxu said with a smile: "Speaking of which, the Second Miss Wei's reputation is also bad now, and it is not impossible to be your concubine. It is just that I have suffered for the famous Miss Wei family."

They are all the daughters of the Wei family. If the second lady becomes a concubine, it will definitely affect the eldest lady, but anyone with some background will not marry the eldest lady as a regular wife.

"Then it has nothing to do with me." Qi Zhen smiled. In the eyes of someone like him, the situation of the two daughters of the Wei family is not worthy of his concern.

Wei Ruo was listening to the conversation between the two, sipping tea and not interjecting, like an outsider listening to gossip.

Fan Chengxu suddenly turned his head to look at Wei Ruo, and asked, "Brother Heyou, are you interested in beauties? If so, come with us to Yanmeng Pavilion tonight to listen to a song." Fan Chengxu invited.

"No, I'm more interested in making money." Wei Ruo declined, and then asked Fan Chengxu, "Why did Brother Fan find me recently?"

Fan Chengxu didn't answer right away, but turned his head to look in Qi Zhen's direction, and then said: "I want to ask Brother Heyou, can you give me a few extra jars of thyme?"

Qi Zhen was present, some things were inconvenient to say, so Fan Chengxu could only choose what he could say.

"Why does Boss Fan want extra jars of thyme?" Wei Ruo asked.

"It's your fault that this wine is so delicious. Now many people in the capital ask me for this wine." Fan Chengxu said helplessly.

Fan Chengxu further explained: "A while ago, the young master of the Lu family, Lu Yuhong, got several jars of thyme from someone who sent them back to the capital to honor his grandfather. His grandfather loved wine, and after drinking the thyme, he praised it. He couldn't stop talking. He also invited his drinking buddies to taste the wine together, and the wine spread quickly. Knowing that the wine came from Taizhou Prefecture, they came to me one after another, and even my family members asked me for it. coming."

Those who can be drinking friends of the old man of the Lu family are all important figures in the capital.

Such a group of high-status people are in love with thyme, so naturally there will be a group of people who want to find wine to give as gifts to them.

Qi Zhen also said: "If there is a surplus, you can also sell me two jars, and I am willing to pay a high price."

Chapter 350 I only care about when they can return me clean

Wei Ruo replied: "Boss Fan also knows that I only produce so much wine, two or three jars a day."

Fan Chengxu made a condition: "I know it, but I still hope that Brother Heyou can give up. Brother Heyou, if you can give me a few more jars of wine, I will let you get a house in the suburbs of Beijing. How about it?"

Some of the houses in the capital cannot be bought even if you have money, you have to have a status.

Although this condition is attractive, Wei Ruo can't agree to it, because her identity as Xu Heyou is false, and neither the land nor the house deed can be transferred to her.

Wei Ruo also knew that Fan Chengxu was willing to offer him such an attractive condition, and he didn't really go for a few jars of wine, after all, no matter how expensive a few jars are, they can't compare to a house in the capital.

He found an excuse to buy himself off.

"That's not necessary. Boss Fan and I still have some friendship. I'm willing to give Boss Fan two extra jars of thyme. I just hope that Boss Fan won't dislike the lack of wine." Wei Ruo said.

Hearing what Wei Ruo said, Fan Chengxu couldn't help but feel a little happy.

Although there are only two altars, this is the first time that Xu Heyou didn't calculate the money with him so clearly.

It can be seen that in Xu Heyou's heart, he still has some kind of friendship with him.

Then Wei Ruo said to Qizhen again: "Young Master Qi, I'm sorry, there are really not many."

Her two jars were given to Fan Chengxu, but they were not sold, and she made it clear that there were not many of them, so it is reasonable to reject Qi Zhen at this moment.

Qi Zhen smiled: "It's okay, if I want to drink it myself, I can come to Brother Fan to drink a pot, but the person I want to give it to can't drink such fine wine for the time being."

Fan Chengxu said: "I don't want more, one pot a day can still be reserved for you."

Qi Zhen said: "Okay, you leave me a pot every day, you can keep it whether I come or not, after a few days, I can also set aside a jar, and I can give it away at that time."

"Yes." Fan Chengxu replied.

While speaking, one of Qi Zhen's subordinates entered the room and whispered something in Qi Zhen's ear.

Qi Zhen's face changed, and then he said to Fan Chengxu and Wei Ruo: "I'm sorry, Brother Fan, Mr. Xu, I have some things to deal with, so I'll take my leave first."

"Okay, brother Qi will take care of you first." Fan Chengxu said.

Then Qi Zhen left.

As soon as he left, the smile on Fan Chengxu's face changed from being polite and hypocritical to being relaxed and real.

He is a smiling tiger, he can laugh at Chu Lan and Qi Zhen, but it's hard to say how much of the smile is true.

Without being an eyesore, Fan Chengxu said to Wei Ruo without hesitation: "To tell you the truth, I don't want to see Mr. Qi at all."

"Oh? Why?" Wei Ruo asked.

"Brother Heyou may not know that Mr. Qi belongs to the Sixth Prince, and he came to Taizhou Mansion to do business for the Sixth Prince. I didn't intend to get involved in their fight, but they all love to find me. Disturb me. Since I invited you today, I would not invite anyone else, but this Mr. Qi came uninvited, and I can't drive him away."

Fan Chengxu explained to Wei Ruo why there was a third person present when she came today.

"Boss Fan is very popular and well-connected." Wei Ruo said.

"It is true that my uncle has something to do with the people that Young Master Qi serves, but what does it have to do with me? As for the Seventh Prince... hey, let's not mention it."

Fan Chengxu shook his head helplessly, even his smile showed helplessness.

Wei Ruo smiled, but didn't answer.

Fan Chengxu went on to say: "It's interesting to say that this small Taizhou Prefecture has somehow attracted so many dignitaries from the capital."

The two princes, the eldest grandson of General Lu, and the third son of Qi Shoufu's family, which one is not a dignitary in the capital?

Wei Ruo casually said: "Maybe it's because Taizhou Prefecture has outstanding people."

Fan Chengxu sneered: "Outstanding people? On the one hand, the Japanese pirates invaded, and on the other hand, there was a shortage of food. What kind of outstanding people is Taizhou Prefecture? The Japanese invasion is really the reason. Without this war, the Seventh Prince would not have come here to serve as a military governor. But he came here at the beginning and the Sixth Prince sent people here for other things."

"Oh? Something else?" Wei Ruo pretended to be puzzled and asked.

"It was a rumor about the Ninth Prince. It was just a rumor before, but after Xu Guogong overturned the case, more people in the court began to believe that the Ninth Prince was still alive." Fan Chengxu explained.

"Boss Fan thinks that the Ninth Prince is really alive?" Wei Ruo asked.

"I don't care whether he is alive or not, I only care about when they can give me back."

Fan Chengxu leaned on the back of the chair, shaking his fan, with a hint of self-mockery in his calm elegance.

Immediately afterwards, Fan Chengxu looked at Wei Ruo with great interest: "Brother Heyou, do you care about this matter?"

"I don't care if I say I don't care, but it's false to say I don't care at all. I can't get involved in their fights, but their fights will affect my money. I care about my money, so naturally I have to care about them." Wei Ruo explained.

Fan Chengxu said: "There is some truth in saying this. If there is any change in the court, I will inform Brother Heyou, so that Brother Heyou can be prepared."

"Then I will thank Boss Fan in advance."

"That's not necessary. Now you and I are working together to make money, and your money is also related to mine."

Wei Ruo talked with Fan Chengxu in Zuixianju until the evening, without Qi Zhen being in the way, the two talked about the recent tea, liquor, seasoning and mushroom business.

Among these businesses, tea is undoubtedly the most profitable, with high profits.

Black tea has opened up new markets for Fan Chengxu and brought huge profits, and Wei Ruo accounted for half of this part of the profits.

Although the liquor market is very popular, Wei Ruo has not been able to provide the output, so it is the lowest overall profit.

Although the profits of the remaining ones are not high, they have a large number of wins, so after nearly half a year, Wei Ruo has made a lot of profits from them.

During the period, the two also talked about the future commercial layout of these businesses, including the improvement of topdressing in Yusheng Tea Garden in the second half of the year, the expansion of tea sales, and the layout of opening new restaurants in the provincial capital.

Finally, I also talked about the current situation outside, the forecast of grain production this autumn, and the price trend of staple foods such as wheat, rice, and sweet potatoes.

In the evening, Yun asked the kitchen to add more dishes for Wei Yichen to practice.

Wei Yichen will leave for the provincial capital early in the morning.

The autumn test is approaching, he should have gone a few days earlier, but was delayed due to the kidnapping and injury, after being raised at home for so many days, seeing that his complexion has completely improved now, Yun-shi is relieved to let him go out.

Except for Wei Mingting, all other members of the family were present, including Wei Jin, who seldom had meals with everyone, and even Wei Qingwan, who was still recovering from her injuries.

Chapter 351 should send the second sister away

Although it was practiced for Wei Yichen, the atmosphere during the banquet was deserted, and there was not much joy in practicing it.

Not only because there have been a lot of troubles in the mansion recently, but also because Wei Qingwan's incident has just ended, and everyone's relationship has not yet eased.

The Yun family specially asked Wei Qingwan to have dinner with them today, and also deliberately wanted to take this opportunity to ease the relationship between the brothers and sisters.

In the past two days, her daughter has been bringing her injuries to come here, patiently accompanying her, and treating each other with tenderness, which reminded Yun of the love she had had for more than ten years.

In addition to the fact that her daughter also sincerely admitted her mistakes and sincerely repented, Yun's heart softened, thinking that they are a family after all, so they can't just stop communicating with each other because of this incident, right?

After dinner, when everyone sat down and chatted, the atmosphere became even colder.

Yun's mouth told Wei Yichen repeatedly: "Yichen, you have to take care of yourself from tomorrow. Your eldest sister and I went to see the house in the provincial capital in person. Although it is not big, the environment is quiet and very quiet. convenient."

"Thank you mother and elder sister for taking care of me." Wei Yichen said.

"You don't need to worry about other things anymore, just take care of your body and concentrate on preparing for the exam. If you need help from home, just send a letter back, and your parents will do their best to help you." Yun said.

"My son knows." Wei Yichen replied.

I don't know if it's Yun's illusion or something else, she always feels that her son is much colder than before, and there is always a little more coldness in his eyes.

At the beginning, Yun only thought that his son was still angry and his health was not well, but now ten days have passed, and his son is still like this, which made Yun feel a little worried.

So Yun asked again: "If there is anything Chen'er needs, tell mother, and mother will prepare it for you."

"No, the mother has already prepared everything for her son." Wei Yichen replied with a calm tone, but the gentleness of the past was missing.

"That's good." Yun nodded, and couldn't say anything more.

The atmosphere turned cold again, Yun looked at the children in front of him, hesitating what to say.

At this time, Wei Yichen turned to look at Wei Jinyi: "How is Jinyi's studies now?"

"It's okay." Wei Jin also replied, ambiguous, and his expression was as indifferent as ever.

"Although Jin Yi started late, don't be discouraged. You are very smart. If you want to, you can catch up quickly." Wei Yichen said.

"Yes." Wei Jin also replied.

Wei Yichen nodded, and then turned his attention to Wei Yilin: "Yilin, you should continue to study hard during the days when brother is going to the provincial capital, and don't waste it."

"Brother, don't worry, I will study hard and prepare to take the Wuxiang Examination next year!" Wei Yilin said confidently.

Their Wei family is a family of military generals, and the imperial court has regulations that the children of military generals can directly participate in the Wuxiang Examination, which saves a link compared to taking the Wenxiang Examination.

Wei Yichen nodded: "It's a good thing that my brother has such ambition."

Although the probability of passing the Wuxiang Examination at Wei Yilin's age is very low, Wei Yichen still supports Wei Yilin's decision.

Wei Yichen said again: "The three of us are the sons of the Wei family, we should work together to share the father's worries and solve the problems, and honor the family."

Wei Yilin nodded heavily: "Brother, don't worry, I will fight the enemy like my father in the future, and become a hero loved by the people!"

Wei Jin also watched from the side, but didn't answer.

Wei Ruo felt that Wei Yichen seemed to have a stronger sense of utilitarianism after the accident.

He will have such a change Wei Ruo thinks it is not difficult to understand. In the three days before she found him, when he was trapped in the cell alone, he should have felt helpless that he had never felt before.

It is not surprising that people would have the desire to become stronger at such a time.

After explaining to his two younger brothers, Wei Yichen's eyes fell on Wei Ruo again. He looked at Wei Ruo with deep eyes, as if he had a lot to say to Wei Ruo.

But in the end, he didn't say a word.

Wei Ruo felt Wei Yichen's gaze, but he didn't say anything, so she didn't say anything either.

Wei Qingwan kept looking at Wei Yichen from the side, expecting Wei Yichen to have a word with her.

But her hopes were in vain. In the end, Wei Yichen didn't talk to her, and didn't even give her a look.

She wanted to take the initiative to talk to Wei Yichen, wishing him all the best, but she was afraid that if she spoke, she would provoke Wei Yichen's dissatisfaction and make herself even more embarrassed.

Just when everyone tacitly chose to remain silent, Wei Yilin said: "Sister Wanwan, brother is going to the provincial capital tomorrow, don't you want to talk to brother?"

Wei Yilin is not very clear about what happened before. He only knows that Wei Qingwan had a private meeting with others, and was punished for doing something wrong. He doesn't know what happened between her and Wei Yichen.

As soon as Wei Yilin spoke, the atmosphere in the hall became tense.

With Wei Yilin's words, Wei Qingwan took the opportunity to express concern to Wei Yichen: "Brother, sister, I wish you the best of luck in this country test..."

"Needless to say." Wei Yichen interrupted, "It's already late today, and I have to get up early tomorrow, so let's call it a day."

Speaking of which, Wei Yichen got up directly and said goodbye to Yun Shi: "Mother, I'm going back to my room to rest first, and you should also rest earlier."

"Okay." Yun agreed gently.

Nowadays, nothing in the family is as important as the son's taking the provincial exam.

Wei Qingwan stiffened her back, watching Wei Yichen's leaving back, her body trembled slightly.

Wei Yilin walked to Wei Qingwan's side, patted Wei Qingwan's hand and comforted him: "Second sister, don't be sad, elder brother has been busy recently, and when he finishes the exam, he won't be angry with you again."

Wei Qingwan came back to her senses, bit her lips and nodded: "It's my fault, I did something wrong, and I should bear it."

Wei Yilin comforted: "Sister, don't say that. Although you are wrong with others, you have already been punished and corrected. Our master said that knowing your mistakes can make you better."

Wei Qingwan nodded again.

At this time, Wei Jin, who had always been taciturn, suddenly said: "Mother, the second sister's reputation is not good, and it may affect the eldest sister. The second sister should be sent to Zhuangzi to preserve the reputation of the eldest sister."

Hearing that, the rest of the people in the room looked at Wei Jinyi with surprised eyes.

If Wei Ruo was surprised that her second brother would bring up such a thing, he rarely talked to Yun Shi, but today it was rare to speak, because it was because of his own affairs.

Yun was surprised that Wei Jinyi actually made such a request.

Wei Qingwan was surprised that Wei Jin also said that she "has a bad reputation".

"Second brother, what do you mean by that? Where does my bad reputation come from?" Wei Qingwan asked.

Wei Qingwan has been recuperating at home for the past few days and is unaware of the rumors outside.

She only thought that only a few people in her family knew about it, and she didn't spread it to the outside world.

Chapter 352 Wei Jin is also mad at Yun

Wei Jin also did not respond to Wei Qingwan's question, but looked at Yun Shi sharply, waiting for Yun Shi's answer.

Yun's complexion was slightly pale: "Now there are only rumors outside, if you send Wanwan to Zhuangzi now, wouldn't it mean that you have been convicted of the crime?"

"Second sister hasn't gone to school for a few days. If you want to say that she has already been convicted of the crime, she is not far behind." Wei Jin also said.

"That's different, Wanwan didn't go to school these days, I said she was sick." Yun explained.

"If you are sick, you can send her to Zhuangzi to recuperate. Those who believe that she is sick will still believe it."

"What's the same?"

"Mother said to the outside world that the elder sister was away from the house for thirteen years, and she was recuperating in the village. Here, it can be used on the elder sister, why can't it be used on the second sister?" Wei Jin also said.

Yun Shi was speechless by Wei Jinyi.

It was the first time she discovered that this **** who had been silent in the house for many years was so eloquent!

Wei Qingwan was still puzzled: "Mother, what happened? Why do you say I have a bad reputation?"

Yun took a look at Wei Qingwan, and knew that she would know about this sooner or later, so she didn't hide it.

"The story about you has already spread outside." Yun Shi said with a sigh.

Hearing this, Wei Qingwan's face turned pale.

how so? Has it spread all over the outside world?

Then...then...isn't she...

Thinking of the consequences, Wei Qingwan's mind buzzed, and a series of bad associations flooded into her mind.

Yun said to Wei Jinyi again: "Let me think about what you said before making a decision. Today is already too late."

"I didn't come to discuss with you." Wei Jin also said.

"What do you mean by that?" Yun's complexion became even uglier, his brows were frowned, and his eyes were cold.

"Jing Hu, please Second Miss go to the countryside." Wei Jin also issued orders.

After Wei Jin finished speaking, Jing Hu led people into the hall and appeared in front of Wei Qingwan.

"Second Miss, please." Jing Hu looked serious and menacing.

Wei Qingwan's face was pale, her body trembling.

"Pa—" Yun slapped the table heavily, and angrily said, "Presumptuous! Do you still take my mother seriously?"

Wei Jin also remained motionless, with his face still not loosened, and continued to direct Jing Hu: "If the second lady refuses to cooperate, let the rough envoy in the mansion directly put the second lady down."

"Wei Jinyi, you are a bastard, and you are giving orders in front of me, the head of the house. Do you have any sense of superiority and inferiority in your eyes! You are the one who should be dragged down and punished!" Yun said angrily.

Wei Jin also ignored Yun Shi, and said to Jing Hu, "Second Miss, please go to Zhuangzi."

"Who would dare to move without my consent?" Yun yelled angrily.

However, what Yun didn't expect was that her order didn't work. Two rough envoys still came in, and set up Wei Qingwan in front of her.

"Mother! Mother, save me! Mother..." Wei Qingwan, who was being erected, cried and turned to Yun for help.

Mr. Yun was dumbfounded, and couldn't believe that there were servants in her home who couldn't command her!

"Reverse, you are rebellious! Who are you! How dare you ignore my order!" Yun was furious.

Her reprimand didn't work, and Wei Qingwan was forcibly taken down by her servants under her nose.

Yun stood up and pointed at Wei Jinyi angrily: "You rebellious son, what have you done to this family?"

Yun, who was so angry, felt dizzy and couldn't stand upright. Cuiping hurriedly supported her.

Wei Jin also remained expressionless: "I have already told my mother that I just want to send my second sister to Zhuangzi."

After speaking, Wei Jin also stood up and left.

"He...he..." Yun's eyes turned up, and he didn't slow down. He passed out on the spot and fell on the maids.

Wei Ruo is also in a bit of a situation at the moment. To be honest, she didn't expect such a thing to happen. The second brother didn't mention to her in advance that he would do such a thing.

And she didn't expect that the second brother would be so bold as to dispose of Wei Qingwan in front of Yun's face, something even the eldest brother could not do.

Wei Ruo glanced at the fainted Yun, then chased Wei Jinyi out of the dining hall, and chased to the gate of Cangyun Garden just in time to catch up with Wei Jinyi.

"Second brother."

Hearing Wei Ruo's voice, Wei Jin also stopped.

"Second brother, will something happen to you?" Wei Ruo asked.

Second brother is a concubine, so the mistress of the house seems to be unreasonable both emotionally and rationally, right?

Other Wei Ruo doesn't care, but I just don't want my second brother to be implicated.

She knew that Wei Mingting loved the second brother, but if the second brother did too much, even the father would not turn a blind eye.

"No, I will explain to my father when he comes back." Wei Jin also replied.

Wei Ruo looked at Wei Jinyi, both puzzled and moved.

Wei Jin also continued: "It is biased to handle this matter. Even if Wei Qingwan is exonerated, she cannot be so tolerant."

While speaking, Wei Jin also stretched out his hand subconsciously to touch Wei Ruo's head, but realized that this action was unreasonable, so he retracted it.

"Don't worry about me, I have my own measure." Wei Jin also added.

Wei Ruo nodded, paused, and added: "Thank you, Second Brother."

Second brother did this for herself. Although she didn't care that her reputation was dragged down by Wei Qingwan, Wei Ruo couldn't help feeling warm when someone cared about her so much.

Wei Jin also didn't speak, the two walked side by side for a while, until they separated when they were about to listen to Songyuan, and went back to their respective residences.

Later, Wei Mingting returned to the mansion.

As soon as he returned home, he heard that Yun's fainted from Wei Jinyi's anger.

Wei Mingting hurried back to Cangyun Garden to visit, and then learned the ins and outs of the matter from Cuiping, Yun's personal maid.

Cuiping didn't dare to add more details, but just stated what happened in a realistic manner.

She also didn't know why the second young master would suddenly attack, and she didn't know why the people in the house obeyed the second young master and ignored his wife.

But that's how it happened, and the madam was stunned in the same way. As for the second young lady, she should have already gone to Zhuangzi by now.

After listening to Cuiping's words, Wei Mingting glanced at his wife on the bed, but did not get angry immediately as others expected.

After a while, he went out and went to Yingzhu Garden in person.

In Yingzhu Garden, Wei Jin also seemed to have expected that Wei Mingting would come to find him, waiting quietly in the study, and had already prepared tea.

Wei Mingting looked at Wei Jinyi after entering the door, and didn't blame or provoke him immediately, but frowned, sighed, and asked in a deep voice, "Why did you do this?"

The tone was a little helpless, mostly questioning, and there was not much sense of blame.

Chapter 353 Your concern for Ruoer

Wei Jinyi, who was sitting in front of the desk writing something, unhurriedly put down the pen and ink in his hand after hearing the voice, and then asked Wei Mingting to sit down at the table where the tea had been poured.

After taking a look, Wei Mingting sat down face to face with Wei Jinyi.

Wei Jin also said to Wei Mingting: "Madam Wei's handling of this matter is biased. She cares about the mother-daughter relationship with Wei Qingwan, but has she ever thought about the mother-daughter relationship between her and Ruo'er?" Wei Jin also asked back.

Wei Mingting sighed: "She really prefers Wanwan, and she didn't handle the recent incident properly. But it's not good for you to do this tonight, after all, she is your mother in name."

"She has the status of an elder. If she has to take care of this important status in everything, Ruo'er will struggle in this house. Instead of making it difficult for Ruo'er, it is better to let me be the bad guy." Wei Jin also replied.

Wei Jinyi's words surprised Wei Mingting: "Your concern for Ruo'er is beyond my expectation."

Wei Jin didn't answer the question either, neither admitted nor denied, but instead asked Wei Mingting: "Does father think this is fair to Ruo'er?"

Wei Mingting looked gloomy, and sighed again: "It's because I care less about family affairs, Madam, she didn't handle it properly, and I am also responsible."

Wei Mingting felt guilty about the family affairs. He traveled to the army every day, and he really didn't care enough about the affairs of the mansion and the children at home.

"Since father admits that this matter is unfair to Ruo'er, then do as I can, and don't let Ruo'er feel cold." Wei Jin also said.

"I see." Wei Mingting replied.

After a while of silence, Wei Jin also said to Wei Mingting: "My time in Wei's house is numbered."

Wei Mingting paused for a moment, his expression became more serious: "Have you really thought about it? You know, once you take this step, there is no room for regret."

"I know that some things are already doomed from the moment I was born. Instead of escaping, it is better to face it. Life or death, suffering or happiness, you will know after experiencing it."

"Since you have decided, I will not say anything else."

Wei Mingting stretched out his hand and patted Wei Jinyi on the shoulder. Like every ordinary father's advice to his son who is about to go far away, Wei Mingting integrated this advice into his words.

"Don't worry, I won't implicate the Wei family." Wei Jin also said.

"I'm not afraid of getting you involved. From the moment I brought you home, I put my life and death aside." Wei Mingting said.

"You are not afraid of getting involved, but you still have the Wei family behind you. You have to consider the life and death of the Wei family."

"You're right, I really don't have the right to make the whole Wei family take risks for what I do."

"I will handle it properly so that the Wei family will not be implicated. Please help me take care of Ruo'er." Wei Jin also said.

Wei Mingting agreed: "I understand."

After talking with Wei Jinyi, Wei Mingting returned to Cangyun Garden, and when he stepped into the bedroom, Yun Shi had already woken up.

Seeing Wei Mingting, Yun opened his mouth, but he couldn't say a word. The grievances in his stomach turned into tears at this moment.

Seeing this, Wei Mingting asked the servant girls in the room to retreat.

Wei Mingting came to the bed, sat on the edge of the bed, then picked up the medicine bowl, and fed the medicine to Yun himself.

Yun Shi doesn't want to drink medicine at this moment, she just wants to find out the reason of the matter.

"Husband... why did such a thing happen today, why did the servants in the mansion listen to Jin Yi instead of me?" Yun asked.

If Jin Yi did it in private, it would be really daring and reckless.

"I ordered it." Wei Mingting replied.

Though he didn't specially arrange those people for Wei Jinyi, but he acquiesced in their existence, so it can be regarded as his instruction.

"My husband ordered the people in the house to do this? Why?" Yun looked at Wei Mingting in disbelief.

It's not that she didn't think about this possibility, she just avoided it subconsciously.

If her husband ordered it, where did he put her?

"Don't ask too much about this matter, Jin Yi has a sense of propriety, and today's matter is an exception." Wei Mingting explained.

"Husband... you... You said that what he did today was measured? He let me, the head of the house, lose face. How can this be called proper?" Yun was emotional.

"Wanwan did something wrong, she was exempted from some family law punishment, and saved her life, but now that the rumors outside have affected the reputation of the two girls in the family, we should at least keep Ruoer safe." Wei Mingting explained.

"Leaving aside the matter of Wanwan, now it is Jin Yi who has done such a thing to my mother, who is so rebellious, how can my husband indulge him like this?" Yun asked.

"Madam, don't ask too much about Jin Yi, if you have any resentment, just blame me." Wei Mingting said.

"How can I blame you? How do you want me to blame you?" Yun's emotions became more and more agitated.

"Ma'am..."

"Why on earth do you want to protect him like this? Why do you ignore me at all because of him? Why?" Yun burst into tears.

"Ma'am, I can't explain this matter to you at the moment, please give me some more time, and if the time is right, I will tell you everything." Wei Mingting replied.

Yun couldn't listen: "Seventeen years ago...a full seventeen years! What kind of woman is it that makes you miss her so much and treat your children so special?"

Yun's eyes were red, and he questioned Wei Mingting in pain.

Why is it special to Wei Jin? It could only be that the mother of this child was special to her husband.

All these years she has been trying to ignore this child, so that she doesn't think too much about it.

But whenever her husband showed extraordinary concern for that child, her heart could not be calm, and it was hard not to think about it.

Today, her husband's answer and attitude completely broke her line of defense, letting her know that this child's position in his heart is far more important than she thought!

He even let the child's status and power in the mansion override her above her, and allowed him to disobey her and deal with her unscrupulously!

"Don't think too much, this matter has nothing to do with Jin Yi's mother." Wei Mingting explained.

"It doesn't matter that you pamper him like this? It doesn't matter that you allow him, a concubine, to ride on the head of my first wife? Don't lie to me again!"

The suspicion and grievance accumulated in Yun's heart for many years poured out like a flood after the embankment broke:

"I have worked hard for this family for so many years, but in the end, my husband has always had another woman in his heart. The love and respect these years are fake, but it is just my wishful thinking!"

Yun complained like crazy.

Chapter 354 The Sixth Prince

Wei Mingting frowned: "Madam, I'm sorry to make you feel wronged, but that's all I can say about this matter."

"Why? Why can you only talk so much? If you have any difficulties, why can't you tell me?" Yun asked while pulling Wei Mingting's sleeve, with tears all over his face.

"Ma'am, you and I have been married for more than twenty years. I hope you will believe me this time. There are some things that I really cannot say, but my feelings for you are true." Wei Mingting said sadly.

"How can you make me believe you? How can you make me believe you when you have done so much for you and that woman's child!" Yun couldn't believe her husband's words.

Seeing that Yun still didn't believe it, Wei Mingting didn't know what to say.

After a long silence, Wei Mingting said: "You should have a good rest first, and we will talk about this matter after you calm down."

After Wei Mingting finished speaking, he got up and left.

Watching Wei Mingting leave, Yun's emotions completely collapsed, and he threw all the touchable things around him on the ground.

All of a sudden, soup bowls, medicine bowls, and lamps shattered to the ground.

Cuiping heard the sound coming in, and was shocked by the scene in front of him.

"Ma'am! What's wrong with you, Ma'am?"

Mr. Yun cried out like a deflated ball: "Why? Why did he treat me like this? We have been married for more than 20 years, and I am no match for a woman who has been with him for a year!"

"Ma'am..."

"He treated me like this, he treated me like this!" Yun's body trembled from crying, his face was pale.

Cuiping was terrified, it was the first time she saw such a lady.

This night, the lights in Cangyun Garden remained on until dawn.

And Wei Mingting stayed up all night in the study in the front yard.

Early the next morning, the entire Captain's Mansion knew what happened last night.

Wei Yichen is going on a long trip, Yun and other family members should have come to see him off, but now there is only Wei Yilin with a face that is more bitter than a bitter melon.

Last night when Wei Jinyi sent Wei Qingwan away, Wei Yilin stopped him, but he failed to beat Jing Hu.

Then he passed out out of nowhere.

When he woke up early this morning, his sister Wanwan was no longer at the house.

"Brother, sister Wanwan has been sent to Zhuangzi, what should I do?" Wei Yilin asked Wei Yichen sadly with a bitter face.

"If you make a mistake, you should be punished." Wei Yichen said.

"But... but Zhuangzi is very bitter, how can sister Wanwan get used to it?" Wei Yilin worried.

"Didn't your eldest sister live in the He family's Zhuangzi for thirteen years? Why did your elder sister suffer so much, but your second sister couldn't?" Wei Yichen asked.

Hearing this, Wei Yilin was stunned.

He had heard that the He family treated his elder sister very badly. When they left her on a dilapidated farm for the past thirteen years, he only felt that she was suffering, but he didn't really feel it.

Until now, when things happened to sister Wanwan, he suddenly realized that life in Zhuangzi was far more difficult than he thought.

Wei Yilin could not help but lowered his head.

After a long while, he raised his head again and continued to ask Wei Yichen: "Brother, I also heard from a servant that last night my parents had a fight and my mother cried very hard."

"I heard that too."

"Brother, aren't you worried? There have been a lot of things happening at home recently, and it feels like a lot of things have changed, and everyone is no longer the same as before." Wei Yilin pursed his lips, his face full of worry.

Wei Yichen reached out and touched Wei Yilin's head: "Some conflicts didn't just happen recently, they have always been hidden in this family, but they just broke out recently. This may not be a bad thing for our family."

"Is that so?" Wei Yilin asked doubtfully.

"It's like this." Wei Yichen explained, "The longer some things are hidden, the greater the potential harm. This is true of your second sister, and the conflict between parents is also the same."

"Then what should I do?" Wei Yilin asked.

"Be yourself, work hard to learn martial arts, work hard to grow up, and become a man who can protect your family on your own." Wei Yichen said.

"Okay, brother, don't worry, I will work hard!" Wei Yilin still listened to Wei Yichen's words very much.

He was very sad at first, but now he feels that he has found his direction again.

"Yes." Wei Yichen nodded, then got into the carriage and set off for the provincial capital.

After Wei Yilin watched Wei Yichen go away, he also returned to the mansion. He wanted to listen to his elder brother and continue to work hard to be a man who would make his parents, brothers and sisters proud.

Located in a small building on the outskirts of the city, surrounded by green water, pines and cypresses depend on each other.

Qi Zhen quickly walked through the curved corridor and walked into the small pavilion in the lake.

In the pavilion sat a young man with a tall figure and good looks.

Wearing a dark blue brocade robe, a white jade belt around the waist, and a golden python pattern pendant.

Qi Zhen came to the pavilion, bowed and saluted: "I have seen Your Highness."

"Exemption." Chu Heng smiled lightly, and then invited Qi Zhen to take a seat, "You are welcome, cousin, if you have anything to discuss in detail."

Qi Zhen took his seat: "Your Highness, the matter you asked me to investigate has some clues."

"Tell me about it." Chu Heng was very interested.

"What your Highness heard is true. There is indeed such a thing, which is powerful and kills enemies quickly. It is called Thunderbolt. It was found by a young general in the Anti-Japanese Army. Now that young general has been ordered by His Highness the Seventh Highness." I found the ship merchant who provided the thunderbolt, and I will lead the ship merchant to meet His Royal Highness the Seventh Highness and the anti-Japanese army garrison Zheng Zhongye in these two days."

Chu Heng's eyes froze, his expression sank, and he asked: "In your opinion, can this thunderbolt change the situation of the war against the Japanese army and the Japanese pirates, and help Chu Lan make great contributions?"

"Although I really don't want the answer to this question to be negative, according to the information I've heard, I'm afraid it can have such a huge impact." Qi Zhen replied.

Although Qi Zhen is very romantic and beautiful on weekdays, he is never sloppy in major matters.

There must be sufficient basis for him to make such a judgment, and he is definitely not just talking about it.

For this reason, Chu Heng's eyes became more cold, and he said: "My disaster relief has not yet achieved results, and if Chu Lan succeeds in fighting the Japanese because of this, it will be very disadvantageous to me."

On the surface, the emperor sent Chu Lan to oversee the army and Chu Heng to provide disaster relief are two independent things, but who can know the meaning behind this?

It's just examining the two of them to see who is more capable.

Those who can do meritorious service will definitely get more support from the court, otherwise they will fall into a disadvantage.

"Your Highness, you want me to prevent the smooth progress of this matter?" Qi Zhen asked.

"I want that thunderbolt." Chu Heng said what was in his heart.

Qi Zhen thought for a while and said: "Since it is what His Highness thinks, I will do my best to solve His Highness's worries and problems."

Chu Heng nodded with satisfaction, and then asked: "I heard that the Taizhou government's disaster relief is effective because of Miss Wei's help in making suggestions?"

Chapter 355 Of course I will not admit defeat

"It's true. The eldest lady of the Wei family has helped Qianzhi County and His Highness the Seventh Highness complete wasteland reclamation in Xingshan County before, and resettled some refugees. It's just that His Highness Seventh didn't mention her when this matter was reported to the court. ." Qi Zhen said.

He has been in Taizhou Mansion for many days, so he naturally found out these things clearly.

"The person who hangs out with you these days seems to be the second lady of the Wei family?" Chu Heng asked again.

"Forgive me, Your Highness. The Second Miss of the Wei family is indeed a beauty. I couldn't control it for a while, and spent some time with her, so I almost fell into Chu Lan's trap." Qi Zhen said.

Chu Heng waved his hand: "I don't mean to blame you, I know your temperament, although you love beauty, but you will not miss the business."

Qi Zhen smiled: "Thank you, Your Highness, for trusting me."

Chu Heng said again: "You and my cousin, you don't have to be so polite. I asked Miss Wei's second because of the matter of land reclamation and disaster relief that I mentioned earlier. If the eldest lady of the Wei family really has this ability, instead of letting her be used by Chu Lan , it is better to use it for me, do you understand what I mean?"

Qi Zhen suddenly understood: "I understand what Your Highness means. Please give me some time, Your Highness, and allow me to make some arrangements."

Chu Heng was very satisfied: "You have always been resourceful, and this matter will definitely not be difficult for you."

Qi Zhen smiled: "Looks like I have to sell my body to reconnect with Miss Wei Jia."

Chu Heng joked: "I heard that Miss Wei Jia is a top-notch beauty, even if you really marry her and go home, you won't lose."

Qi Zhen said: "Your Highness, don't laugh at me. A beauty is like a flower. It blooms beautifully on the branches and grows beautifully in the backyard, but it can't go to the hall. Although viewing flowers is good, it can only be used for entertainment, not as a serious business. Marrying a wife is like marrying a virtuous person, and if I want to change to become a young lady of the Wei family who can do things for His Highness, I may still consider a thing or two, the premise is that she really has such a great ability."

"Uncle must be very happy that you have such an idea." Chu Heng said.

"My father only hopes that I will calm down and return to him soon."

"It's fine for you to be like this now. After returning to Beijing, I will explain to my uncle so that he doesn't have to worry too much about you."

"Then I will thank Your Highness."

After talking with Chu Heng, Qi Zhen left this small building in the suburbs.

Then Qi Zhen asked his subordinate Wei Qingwan about the current situation, and after learning that Wei Qingwan was sent to Zhuangzi by the Wei family, Qi Zhen had an idea in his heart.

Suburban farms.

This farm was bought by the Yun family after the Wei family moved to Fucheng. It has 500 mu of land.

Yun once wanted to sell the Zhuangzi before, but no one bought it, so it was nothing.

Zhuangzi is not big, and the house on Zhuangzi is a bit dilapidated.

The yard that Wei Qingwan lived in was no different from an ordinary farmyard, except for a small yard less than ten square meters and a dilapidated house.

And the maid who accompanied her was only Cui He, and Nanny Li wanted to come with her but failed.

Wei Qingwan cried all night last night, and this morning she sat at the door of the room and waited all morning.

But none of them can change her current situation at all.

It's just entered August, the weather is still relatively hot, and the sun is shining at noon, so Wei Qingwan moved into the house.

Looking at the dilapidated bed and the cold and hard quilt, Wei Qingwan felt desolate in her heart.

Cuihe is also rather discouraged at the moment. She thought she could live a good life with their second lady, but now not only has she not lived a good life, she has also fallen to such a point that she has to spend a lot of money to drink hot water in the morning With great strength, he got firewood and started a fire to boil water in front of the blackened stove.

When I was in Xiaowei's Mansion, these fires were made by the rough maids below, and there was no need for a big maid like her who was close to the young lady to do it herself.

Going back to the room full of resentment, seeing Wei Qingwan sitting on the edge of the bed in a daze, Cui He couldn't help persuading her: "Miss, stop moaning, you are of no use at all."

"Otherwise what else can I do?" Wei Qingwan laughed at herself, "I thought that only the people in the mansion knew about this matter, but I didn't expect Wei Qingruo to be so ruthless that she would destroy me as well as herself!"

Wei Qingwan has already blamed Wei Ruo for leaking the news of her private meeting with the man, and concludes that Wei Ruo did it.

"Miss, she is ruthless and you need to be even more ruthless than her, you can't just admit defeat like this!" Cui He said anxiously.

Once their young lady admits defeat, she will really have no future!

"Of course I won't admit defeat. I will return all the things Wei Qingruo did to me!" Wei Qingwan said firmly.

"That's right, miss, don't worry, even if there are gossip outside, Mr. Qi's heart towards you has not changed. If he knows that you have suffered such grievances, he will definitely not sit idly by." Cui He quickly comforted road.

"Yes." Wei Qingwan nodded.

The master and servant were talking when suddenly there was movement outside.

Cuihe hurriedly went out to have a look.

There are a few more people in this dilapidated small courtyard that can be seen at a glance.

Seeing the person coming, Cui He stood still: "You... who are you?"

Wei Qingwan, who came out later, saw the visitor, a look of joy appeared on her face, followed by tears welling up in her eyes.

Qi Zhen stepped forward quickly, gently hugging Wei Qingwan into his arms.

"Sorry, I'm late, I made you feel wronged."

Hearing these words, Wei Qingwan couldn't stop crying anymore, all the grievances poured out at this moment.

Qi Zhen was not in a hurry, and took out a handkerchief to gently wipe away Wei Qingwan's tears.

After a while, when Wei Qingwan stopped crying, Qi Zhen said softly: "Okay, it's okay, I'm here, and I won't let you be wronged again."

Qi Zhen's words are like a ray of sunshine in spring shining on the frosty ground, melting the permafrost and reviving the vegetation, making Wei Qingwan's heart flow again.

"Master Qi, what should I do with the rumors spreading outside?" Wei Qingwan bit her lip and asked softly.

"Don't worry, I knew about this a long time ago. I haven't told you all this time because I was worried that it would affect your recovery." Qi Zhen explained.

"Then... then, will this implicate you?" Wei Qingwan worried.

"It's okay, I never care what people say." Qi Zhen said.

Looking at Qi Zhen's determined eyes, Wei Qingwan's hanging heart dropped more than half.

Immediately afterwards, Qi Zhen said again: "The rumors outside have a bad influence on you, and you have been punished by your family. I want to find an opportunity to visit your father in these two days, explain the situation to him, and ask him for forgiveness. I hope so Let him calm down and take you back home."

Hearing this, Wei Qingwan felt a warm current in her heart.

Master Qi is willing to visit her father, which means that he really values her and really wants to marry her

Chapter 356 All interested in Thunderbolt

Wei Qingwan rested her head on Qi Zhen's chest with a happy face.

At this moment, she felt very at ease and satisfied.

Immediately afterwards, Qi Zhen asked suddenly: "By the way, is your sister working for the Seventh Prince?"

Wei Qingwan raised her head, deep down in her heart she was very unhappy about Qi Zhen mentioning Wei Qingruo.

In her eyes, Qi Zhen is her light, brings her warmth, and can save her from the abyss; while Wei Qingruo is the person she hates the most, and is the chief culprit who caused her to fall into the quagmire.

Wei Qingwan carefully asked: "Why did Mr. Qi ask about my sister?"

"I mean, if she works for the Seventh Prince, it may have some influence on our affairs. You know that I and the Sixth Prince are cousins, and the relationship between the Seventh Prince and my imperial cousin is..."

Even ordinary people who don't understand government affairs know something about the competitive relationship between the sixth prince and the seventh prince, not to mention that Wei Qingwan is also a daughter of the Earl's Mansion.

Wei Qingwan quickly explained: "Sister, she is not working for the Seventh Prince, she is working for Princess Jingmin. This time, all the Taizhou government participated in the land reclamation and disaster relief. The Seventh Prince is only one of them, and it cannot be counted as working for the Seventh Prince. The prince works."

"Oh? I'm relieved that way." Qi Zhen smiled softly.

"Yes." Wei Qingwan nodded, feeling a little more relaxed.

Then Qi Zhen casually said: "It would be even better if your sister could help His Highness Six."

"Why did Mr. Qi say that?" Wei Qingwan's heart tightened again.

"Now that the emperor sent the Sixth Highness to the south of the Yangtze River for disaster relief, when we really need manpower, if the Wei family can help His Highness the Sixth Highness perform meritorious service, it will be of great help to both the Wei family and the two of us in the future. "Qi Zhen analyzed.

Hearing this, Wei Qingwan pursed her lips, with complicated emotions in her eyes.

Immediately afterwards, Qi Zhen smiled brightly and said: "You don't have to take it to heart, I just mentioned this matter, I should work hard for you and me, and other people's things can't be extravagant. Let alone your sister, What she wants to do is her business, and it is not easy to interfere."

Wei Qingwan slightly nodded her head, countless thoughts skipping through her mind.

Qi Zhen said in relief: "Don't think too much. Although there is some bad reputation outside, my father has never been able to hold me back. As long as I insist, he will definitely agree."

"Yes." Wei Qingwan replied softly, Qi Zhen's comfort was very useful, but there was still a trace of uneasiness in her heart.

After the two chatted, Qi Zhen left.

After Qi Zhen left, Wei Qingwan sat alone in the room, her expression still solemn.

Cui He had a smile on her face: "Miss, Mr. Qi left you a lot of things, and he said he would find a way for the master to pick you up. Why are you still frowning?"

Wei Qingwan didn't answer Cui He's words, but glanced at the things Qi Zhen sent behind Cui He.

Then he said to Cui He: "Pick some valuable things that I can't use and sell them, and then find a way to help me find the medicine that can remove scars."

Cui He nodded hurriedly: "I'll do it now, servant girl."

After Cui He left, Wei Qingwan's brows still did not relax, thinking of those words of Qi Zhen just now in her mind.

Not only did Wei Qingwan not expect Wei Qingruo to be helpful to her marriage with Young Master Qi, she also didn't want Wei Qingruo to work for the Sixth Prince, and she didn't even want Wei Qingruo to have contact with the Sixth Prince, Young Master Qi and others.

So she would not say a word to Wei Qingruo about Mr. Qi's proposal just now.

For the marriage between her and Mr. Qi, she believed that Mr. Qi would be enough, and Wei Qingruo was not needed.

For some reason, she was vaguely worried that Wei Qingruo would ruin her marriage with Young Master Qi.

Chu Lan is in Yu Sheng Tea House at the moment.

He didn't really come to drink tea and relax, considering the current situation, he couldn't be relaxed.

It's just that he doesn't trust other people in Taizhou Mansion, and after the robbery of grain and grass last time, the military camp has become a place of suspicion.

So he hid in the tea room of Yu Sheng Tea House, discussing matters with Lu Yuhong and some cronies.

On the tea table by the window, Chu Lan flipped through the recent military affairs records, and Lu Yuhong, who was sitting opposite him, came over curiously.

"What's the matter? Is there something wrong with this control map?" Lu Yuhong asked and looked at it carefully.

Although Lu Yuhong was not well-educated, he still inherited the fine lineage of their Lu family in terms of martial arts, and he could understand the control map and maps at a glance.

But he didn't see any problem from the control content.

"There is nothing wrong with the map itself, but this defense map is from the last time we fought Japanese pirates." Chu Lan said.

"The time in April when our army suffered heavy losses and Wei Mingting almost died?" Lu Yuhong nodded.

"Wei Mingting mentioned this matter when he discussed with me the day before yesterday. He suspected that the actions of our army at that time might have been leaked to the Japanese pirates, which led to their surprise attack."

"What do you mean? Someone in the Anti-Japanese Army is collaborating with the enemy?" Lu Yuhong's face was shocked, and then turned into anger, "They are all citizens of my Celestial Dynasty. Why do you want to collude with the enemy?"

"Because of profit, because of money." Chu Lan replied.

"are you sure?"

"Not yet." Chu Lan was looking for flaws, but so far she hasn't gotten any clear clues.

It seems that it is not easy to find this spy hiding in the barracks.

"Then don't read it yet, I think you saw it early in the morning, why not drink a cup of tea and relax yourself." Lu Yuhong suggested.

As he said that, he stretched out his hand to tear away the defense map in front of Chu Lan, and changed the subject: "Why don't you tell me about the Thunderbolt? The Thunderbolt is really so powerful that it can kill a group of well-trained soldiers all at once. Kill them all?"

Compared to studying the deployment map, Lu Yuhong was more interested in Thunderbolt bullets.

"I have never seen the scene of the thunderbolt explosion with my own eyes, only the remains of the corpses after the bombing. Like you, I also want to see the appearance of the thunderbolt when it is used." Chu Lan is also full of enthusiasm for the thunderbolt. interest and curiosity.

"Haven't you already found the ship dealer who can provide Thunderbolt?"

"I found it. I will arrive at Taizhou Prefecture on the fourth day of August. After staying in the capital city for one night, I will meet us at the barracks the next day." Chu Lan replied.

"Can you let me see it then?" Lu Yuhong was full of curiosity.

"It's okay."

"Then it's settled, I'll go there with you on the fifth day of August!" Lu Yuhong looked excited, already looking forward to the legendary powerful new weapon.

Early the next morning, Wei Jin also came to Songyuan to find Wei Ruo.

Seeing Wei Jinyi standing at the door, a smile appeared on Wei Ruo's face.

"Good morning, second brother."

"Well, it's early." Wei Jin responded, and then told Wei Ruo the good news, "The fish is hooked."

Chapter 357 Notified Xu Zhengyong

"Oh? Who got the news?" Wei Ruo asked.

"Qianfu Inn, someone has booked all the remaining rooms in Qianfu Inn." Wei Jin also replied.

Wei Ruo let Xu Zhengyong tamper with the content of the message.

Every general received the same general information about the ship merchants. They all said that on the fifth day of August, the ship merchants would arrive at the barracks under the leadership of Xu Zhengyong's cousin and present thunderbolts.

But there is one detail that is different, that is, the place where the ship merchants will stay is different on the night of the fourth day of August.

Theoretically, if you don't have other plans, you don't pay much attention to where the ship dealer will stay the night before, as long as you ensure that people are safe.

Unless this person has other ideas, it is possible to arrange for other people to meet with the ship merchant before the ship merchant arrives at the barracks.

At the several locations disclosed to those people, Wei Jin also arranged for different people to wait in ambush.

As long as someone contacts someone there, it can be determined who has ulterior motives.

The Qianfu Inn is one of the addresses provided by Wei Ruorang and Xu Zhengyong.

In this way, Wei Ruo and Wei Jin probably knew who the problem was.

The target is locked, and the next step is how to catch people.

"Second brother, I'm going to find Brother Xiaoyong." Wei Ruo said the same to Wei Jin.

"I'll accompany you." Wei Jin also agreed.

"good."

Then Wei Ruo and Wei Jin also went back to their respective rooms and changed their outfits, and then went to Sibaozhai with Xiumei to find Xu Zhengyong.

Xu Zhengyong didn't return to the barracks for the past few days because he had to meet the ship merchant and "cousin" who brought Thunderbolt, and was ordered to stay in Fucheng.

Wei Ruo told Xu Zhengyong the result and told him to report the matter to Chu Lan.

Although Wei Ruoxin was reluctant to have an intersection with Chu Lan, Chu Lan had to be present if this matter was to happen. Otherwise, it might not be possible given the status and power of her father and brother Xiaoyong in the army.

Even though Wei Ruo had judged that the person behind the scenes was probably not Chu Lan, but after all, he was not sure, so he didn't ask Xu Zhengyong to inform him of the plan.

Now that he has a clear goal, Brother Xiaoyong can go to him to discuss countermeasures with confidence.

After listening to Wei Ruo's statement, Xu Zhengyong couldn't help saying: "Sister Ruo'er, I have been clamoring to help you be your backer, but it turns out that you have been helping me to be my backer until now."

Wei Ruo replied: "Don't tell me such bitter words, I'm not used to it. If I help you, isn't it also helping myself? Don't I have a backer when you make contributions?"

"That's right! Sister Ruo'er, don't worry, I will work hard!" Xu Zhengyong solemnly promised Wei Ruo.

"Don't mess around, work hard, don't always work hard."

"I know, don't worry." Xu Zhengyong assured.

"Um."

After explaining to Xu Zhengyong, Wei Ruo, Wei Jinyi and Xiumei left.

It's still early today, Wei Ruo plans to go out of the city to inspect Younan Farm and Caili Farm.

On the way, Wei Ruo went to Zhaojia Village to visit Zhao Hai and Zhao Xun brothers.

Wei Ruo came to the house of Zhao Hai and Zhao Xun brothers again, and after knocking on the door, Zhao Hai opened the door.

Wei Ruo gave Zhao Hai a vacation and asked him to stay at home and take care of his younger brother.

Zhao Hai was excited when he saw Wei Ruo dressed in men's clothing: "Young master, please accept my worship!"

Zhao Hai knelt down with a "plop".

"Don't kneel down, get up and talk." Wei Ruo said.

"I can't repay the great kindness and virtue of the young master's family. Please accept my respect for the young master's family!"

Zhao Hai didn't care, he was going to kowtow to Wei Ruo.

The head just went down a centimeter, and a hand was on his forehead, no matter how hard Zhao Hai, who was burly and full of strength, couldn't go down any further.

Zhao Hai raised his head, only to notice that there was an ordinary-looking young man next to their young master, and it was this man who stopped him from kowtowing to the young master.

Wei Ruo said to Zhao Hai: "Don't kowtow to me. Your brother's recovery is not entirely due to me. It is due to your careful care, his own tenacious will to survive, and part of the reason for God's curtain."

When Wei Ruo came to Zhao Hai's house for the first time, he felt that he was not sure that he could cure Zhao Xun. Although he still left a prescription, he just had the mentality of trying it out.

But I didn't expect Zhao Xun to stabilize after taking the medicine, so Wei Ruo asked someone to deliver medicine to Zhao Hai twice while he was busy with other things.

"No, it was my younger brother who was rescued by the Shaodong family!" Zhao Hai said excitedly.

"Stop talking about this, take me in to see your brother." Wei Ruo said.

Wei Ruo hasn't been here since the last time. Now that Zhao Xun's condition is stable, since there is a chance to save him, Wei Ruo wants to show it again.

"Okay, I'll take the young master to the house!" Zhao Hai was very excited, and led Wei Ruo and others into the house.

Same as last time, Zhao Xun was lying on the bed, still looking weak.

Seeing Wei Ruo and Zhao Xun excitedly wanted to get up, Wei Ruo signaled him not to move around, just lie down quietly.

Then Wei Ruo took Zhao Xun's pulse, judging from the pulse, his Qi and blood were better than last time, which is a good sign.

But it's too early to talk about recovery.

Wei Ruo got up and rewrote the prescription to Zhao Hai: "Afterwards, I will take the medicine according to this prescription. If no medicine is applied, it will be boiled into one bowl with five bowls of water, and it will be taken three times a day."

"Okay, okay." Zhao Hai carefully accepted the new prescription given by Wei Ruo.

"If there is any medicine in it that is difficult to find, you can tell Manager Yu, and he will help you find it." Wei Ruo said again.

Zhao Hai had tears in his eyes: "Young master, you are so kind to our brothers, our brothers don't even know how to repay you."

Wei Ruo waved his hands and said, "Don't take it to heart, just help me with things later on."

Zhao Hai nodded heavily: "From now on, the lives of our two brothers will belong to the Young Master's family, and I am willing to work for the Young Master's family for the rest of my life!"

"It doesn't need to be so serious." Wei Ruo said, "You can continue to take care of your brother at home, and we will talk about the matter in Zhuangzi later."

After speaking, Wei Ruo didn't stay for long and left immediately.

She was afraid that if she stayed, Zhao Hai wanted to kowtow to himself again.

After leaving Zhao Hai's house, Xiumei couldn't help but said: "Miss, you are really kind-hearted sometimes. Obviously that Zhao Xun meets the requirements of the dying person you have been looking for, but you still choose to rescue him without hesitation." he."

Zhao Xun comes from an innocent background, a simple family background, and a scholar, which is very suitable for the "future husband" that Wei Ruo has been looking for.

"It's true that I want to marry someone who is about to die, but if this person is still saved, I can't choose to leave him alone for my own selfish desire, right?" Wei Ruo said.

Chapter 358 Qi Zhen meets Wei Mingting

"According to Miss, if you do this, you will never find someone who meets the requirements to marry in your life." Xiumei muttered.

"That's not necessarily the case, and not every critically ill person I meet can be rescued by me."

"Miss, your medical skills are so good, most of them can be rescued. It is hard to find the dying people who meet the requirements, and you have to be helpless, let alone impossible." Xiumei said.

Wei Ruo flattened his mouth: "This world is so big, I still don't believe that I can't find such a person. If it's not possible, I will make one."

Speaking, Wei Ruo turned to Wei Jinyi and said, "Second brother, I know you don't agree with me doing that, but if I find it, you are not allowed to stop me."

"Yes." Wei Jin also responded shallowly.

Only did he know that Ruo'er almost chose the man who was so sick that only his bones remained as her future husband-in-law.

Then Wei Ruo and the three went around the Younan Farm and Caili Farm.

Younan farm grows the late rice species in Wei Ruo's space, but the late rice species are very adaptable, and can be planted early or late.

There is a thousand acres of fertile land in Younan Farm that was planted early, so it matures early. It is already August, and the rice has already hung ears, which is a sign of another bumper harvest.

The improved thousand acres were planted a little later, but are doing well now.

Caili Farm was planted the latest, and the current situation is also very good. The tenants are in high spirits and are extremely motivated.

The other sweet potatoes planted and the sandy sweet potatoes contracted by Wei Ruo to Shitou Village are also in good condition. Harvesting has begun one after another, and a large-scale harvest will be ushered in in half a month.

According to this situation, this year's autumn harvest will not be a problem.

As long as this wave of harvest is stabilized, the food problem in Taizhou Prefecture this year can be well alleviated.

Turning around, Wei Ruo asked Wei Jinyi with a smile: "How is the second brother, is your sister rich?"

Wei Ruo didn't specifically hide from Wei Jinyi about her wealth, but she also didn't formally show Wei Jinyi about her property.

This time, Wei Jin also saw part of her private property.

Of course Wei Ruo still has some reservations. So far, Wei Jinyi has only seen her farm. As for the shop and business, Wei Ruo has not disclosed half of it to Wei Jinyi.

Even Wei Ruo of Sibao Zhai, which Wei Jinyi had been to a few times, never told Wei Jinyi that it was her shop, only that it belonged to her nanny, and it was indeed her nanny's shop in name.

"Well, if Er'er is rich, it's a good thing." Wei Jin also responded.

"Really? I also think it's a good thing that I have money." Wei Ruo smiled brilliantly.

After the inspection round, it was getting dark, and the three of them returned to the city.

When Wei Ruo and Wei Jinyi went outside the city, Qi Zhen came to Xiaowei's mansion to visit Wei Mingting.

After hearing the report from the servants, Qi Zhen, the third son of the Qi family, came to pay a visit, Wei Mingting was puzzled.

He didn't even know when the third son of the Qi family came to Jiangnan, let alone why he came to visit him.

The Wei family has never had any contact with the prosperous Qi family.

Wei Mingting didn't want to see him in his heart. Right now, both family affairs and military affairs were very difficult, which left him in no mood to deal with other things.

But Qi Zhen couldn't miss him when he visited, because the identity of Mr. Shoufu's son was there.

So Wei Mingting asked his servants to bring Qi Zhen to the living room in his front yard, and met him in the living room.

As soon as they met, Qi Zhen saluted Wei Mingting, politely: "Meet Mr. Wei."

"Master Qi San, forgive me, I don't know why you came to see me today?"

Wei Mingting was not good at flirting with others, so he asked directly.

Qi Zhen replied with a smile: "Come here to plead guilty, please forgive Master Wei."

"Why did the third son of Qi say that?" Wei Mingting asked.

"The rumors about Second Miss are related to me." Qi Zhen said.

Hearing this, Wei Mingting's eyes froze, and the smile faded from his face.

Qi Zhen felt the flash of killing intent in the other party's eyes, and smiled habitually.

Then he explained: "Master Wei, please don't be in a hurry to get angry. Nothing happened between me and the second lady. There was some misunderstanding in the middle, which damaged the reputation of the second lady. This matter is my fault, and I am willing to make up for this mistake."

"My daughter's reputation has been damaged, how can you make up for it?" Wei Mingting asked rhetorically.

Qi Zhenben doesn't have a good reputation, if he comes out to clarify, it will definitely become more and more black.

"Lord Wei, please calm down. Although I can't make up for my reputation, I can make up for Master Wei in other ways."

"other aspects?"

"Master Wei's two elder brothers, one is white now, and the other is just looking for an eighth-rank job." Qi Zhen said.

Hearing this, Wei Mingting immediately understood what Qi Zhen meant by making up for it.

"Master Qi, please go back, someone Wei is ineffective in disciplining his daughter, leading to today's situation, I can't blame others." Wei Mingting refused.

Qi Zhen was not angry when he saw this, but said with a smile: "Master Wei, you don't have to be angry. I just want to express my sincerity, and I didn't come here to make Mr. Wei angry. If Mr. Wei thinks my proposal is inappropriate, Then pretend I didn't say it."

"Master Qi, is there anything else you want to say?" Wei Mingting asked.

"There is nothing else important."

"Then pardon Wei, who still has military affairs to deal with, so Mr. Qi will not be left behind."

Wei Mingting once again issued an order to evict guests.

Qi Zhen smiled, but this time he agreed tactfully: "Then I will take my leave today, and I will talk to Lord Wei again when I have a chance."

Qi Zhen left Xiaowei's mansion, although the meeting with Wei Mingting this time was not worse than he expected, but he was not annoyed.

As soon as he came, he had inquired about Wei Mingting's situation before he came, and he knew that this person's personality was like this;

Secondly, he didn't expect this matter to make progress so quickly. Today's trip is mainly about temptation;

Three things are more important right now is to find someone who can make thunderbolts, that guy is much more important than Miss Wei.

The fourth day of August.

Qianfu Inn.

In August, it got dark late, and it didn't get dark until Xushi.

The Tianzihao box on the second floor has been reserved for several days, and the guest finally came today.

The man looked about forty years old, with a big beard, dressed like a businessman, and was full of dust.

He was followed by several escorts, several horses, and two carts of things.

There were several boxes loaded on the two carriages, and I don't know what was inside, it was heavy.

When moving from the car to the inn, it was obvious that the man's entourage was struggling to move.

The waiter wanted to help, but the customer refused. The customer only allowed his own people to touch the boxes.

"The things here are more dangerous, and you can't move them casually." The man said to the waiter.

Chapter 359 Closing the net

The shop waiter nodded repeatedly: "Yes, yes, then, guest officer, you should be careful."

At this moment, there are other customers in the store, some of them are eating, some are chatting.

But after the man entered the store, many of them cast their eyes on the dusty businessman and the big box he brought.

Those who didn't turn their heads to look directly, also glanced with the corner of their eyes, and seemed to be a little interested.

Then the man took his suitcase to the second floor and walked to the Tianzihao room.

Passing through the room of the shop, the man stopped and stomped on the ground three times, seemingly to remove the dirt from his shoes.

In the large-scale room, Wei Ruo and Wei Jin sat at the table facing each other.

There were refreshments and tea on the table, and the two of them looked very leisurely while sipping tea and eating refreshments.

After hearing three regular stomping sounds outside, Wei Jin and Wei Ruo looked at each other, and the two understood each other.

Then Wei Ruo cut a piece of cake and put it on the plate in front of Wei Jinyi, "Second brother, try it, this is the cake I made."

"Okay." Wei Jin also agreed, then picked up a small piece and put it into his mouth, tasting it carefully.

Then Wei Ruo cut another piece and put it on the side plate: "Brother Xiaoyong, come and taste it too."

Xu Zhengyong is not as leisurely as Wei Ruo and Wei Jinyi at the moment, he paces back and forth in the room, like an ant on a hot pot.

"Sister Ruo'er, I can't eat anything now, I'm worried about the situation outside!" Xu Zhengyong said while he couldn't help but came to the door of the room and put his ear on the door to eavesdrop.

It was very quiet outside at the moment, only the voices of guests coming and going in the inn were vaguely heard.

"It's useless to be anxious, what should come will always come, what should be hidden can't be avoided." Wei Ruo comforted.

Xu Zhengyong, who didn't hear any movement, walked back to the table: "It's not wrong to say so, but let me stay like this, I really can't stay!"

"Then eat something sweet and relax. I specially made it, matchflavored. I use this year's new teground matcha. I got fresh milk from this morning. It's just out of the pot before going out. It's absolutely fresh." Wei Ruo smiled and handed the cake to Xu Zhengyong.

"No, no, no, no, what Sister Ruoer cooks must be delicious in the world, but I really don't have such a leisurely mood right now." Xu Zhengyong couldn't help admiring Wei Ruo and Wei Jinyi, "Sister Ruoer, Second Brother Wei, I I really admire the two of you, even in this situation, you can still be so calm."

Wei Ruo said to Xu Zhengyong: "Since Brother Xiaoyong has already reported the matter to the Seventh Prince, let the Seventh Prince handle the rest. You just need to go out and arrest people at the right time."

Xu Zhengyong said: "As long as I think of the **** who caused us heavy casualties, I want to go to his skin and constrict his tendons right now!"

"Okay, okay, then you continue to pace, and my second brother and I will eat first." Wei Ruo smiled.

Then Wei Ruo ignored Xu Zhengyong, and continued drinking tea and snacks with her second brother.

After a while, footsteps came from outside the door again.

Someone knocked on the door of the Tianzihao room next door.

Xu Zhengyong immediately leaned on the door to listen.

"Guest officer, I'm here to bring you dinner."

Immediately afterwards, the sound of the door opening was heard, and the waiter entered the Tianzihao room with dinner.

Xu Zhengyong has been waiting for the footsteps of the waiter in the shop to leave after delivering dinner, but there is no.

Xu Zhengyong immediately became vigilant, and turned to Wei Ruo, "Why hasn't the person delivering dinner left yet?"

"Yes." Wei Ruo took a sip of tea calmly.

"Sister Ruoer, don't worry about drinking tea, tell me quickly!" Xu Zhengyong was anxious.

"Because he is definitely not the original waiter of this inn. When the ship merchant comes to deliver things, you are in charge of receiving them. You will definitely arrange someone to guard them in the inn. If they want to approach you without disturbing you, it is best to pretend to be someone from the inn. Choose. With the pretext of delivering dinner, you can go into the room and talk to people." Wei Ruo explained to Xu Zhengyong.

"Ah? Didn't that let them succeed? Sister Ruo'er, you already knew that they would arrange this way, why didn't you tell me in advance?"

"Because it's better to let them in to talk, so that we can be sure that our previous judgment is not wrong." Wei Ruo said.

"Then we can arrest people after they finish talking?"

"Theoretically, it's like this, but it's not us, but you and the Seventh Prince." Wei Ruo said.

Xu Zhengyong clenched his fists and said, "Yes! Leave it to me to arrest and beat people!"

"Don't kill me, it's more valuable to live." Wei Ruo reminded.

"Don't worry, half of his life will be taken at most, and the remaining half will wait until his value is used up!" Xu Zhengyong promised.

Wei Ruo continued drinking tea with Wei Jinyi.

Wei Jin also commented on the cake made by Wei Ruo: "This is delicious, soft and sweet, not greasy and has a milky fragrance."

"Really? I'll make another one for you next time my second brother celebrates his birthday." Wei Ruo said.

"Um."

"Second brother, do you have any favorite fruit? I'll make it for you with that kind of fruit. If it's not in season, I'll make jam in advance." Wei Ruo asked again.

"It's all right."

"If you want everything, I will choose a sour fruit, and it will make your teeth sour!" Wei Ruo said intentionally.

"Um."

"It's okay? Are you not afraid of acid?"

"Ruo'er can do anything."

"Second brother, just flatter me!" Wei Ruo laughed.

Wei Ruo and Wei Jinyi were chatting, when suddenly there was a loud "bang" from the next door. It was the sound of the table being overturned, and it was also a signal they had discussed in advance.

Xu Zhengyong immediately rushed out of the door and went straight to Tianzihao's room.

Wei Ruo sat still in his seat, while Wei Jin got up and closed the door opened by Xu Zhengyong.

Immediately afterwards, the movement from outside became even louder, not only in the Tianzihao room, but also from downstairs.

There were constant footsteps outside, the sound of tables and chairs being destroyed, the sound of ceramic crocks breaking, the sound of close combat, and the painful moans of people.

In such a noisy situation, Wei Ruo and Wei Jin still had no intention of moving, and they still sipped tea and ate cakes calmly.

Wei Ruo is not really afraid, she can't do those with knives. It's just that the second brother is sitting opposite her, so she feels at ease.

After a while, a man with a knife climbed up from the window of the room where Wei Ruo and the others were located.

Wei Jin also glanced sideways at him: "You are looking for the wrong way."

After finishing speaking, he threw the teacup in his hand and hit the man between the eyebrows.

Before the man could react, he fell from the window again.

After a while, another person climbed up from the window.

As soon as he showed his head, Wei Jin also threw the plate at hand, hit the opponent's forehead again, and shot him down instantly.

There are many ways to break into the inn, but the two people just chose the worst one.

Chapter 360 Catch the principal culprit

After about a stick of incense, the movement outside disappeared, and the whole Qianfu Inn once again returned to tranquility.

Then Wei Ruo heard footsteps coming from the corridor outside. The footsteps went from near to far, passing the stairs to the first floor.

After most of the people left, Xu Zhengyong returned to the room where Wei Ruo and the others were located.

"I caught it, and I made a general trial. It was really sent by that bastard! The **** wanted to ask the source of the Thunderbolt first, and then we went to find the person who made the Thunderbolt first. We only need to hire that person in advance Under your command, you can get the Thunderbolt before we know it!" Xu Zhengyong said with righteous indignation.

"Yes." Wei Ruo was not surprised.

From the time she set up this game, she knew that the other party would have such thoughts.

It is too risky to directly intercept the ship merchants to prevent the military camp from getting this batch of Thunderbolt bombs. I have just experienced the robbery of food and grass, and it is too easy to expose myself if I do this again.

But if you contact the ship dealer in advance and buy the other party with money, the source of obtaining the thunderbolt is relatively much safer.

Arranging people to ambush in the inn in advance is probably just in case. If the ship dealer doesn't cooperate, they can directly silence them so that everyone will not get a thunderbolt.

Xu Zhengyong continued: "Now His Highness the Seventh Prince is preparing to take people back to the barracks. His Highness the Seventh Prince has already released the signal flare just now. If Master Wei sees it, he should take action immediately."

"Yes." Wei Ruo nodded.

Although he doesn't like Chu Lan, Wei Ruo still approves of Chu Lan's ability to handle things.

Then Wei Ruo said to Xu Zhengyong: "Go and join the Seventh Prince first, don't leave for too long and cause suspicion. Let's talk about the next thing in two days when we have time."

"Okay, then you and Brother Wei be careful and go home early." Xu Zhengyong urged.

"Well, don't worry." Wei Ruo agreed.

Xu Zhengyong nodded, and then went out to join Chu Lan.

After he left, Wei Ruo and Wei Jin did not leave immediately, but waited for Chu Lan's people to retreat before leaving the Qianfu Inn.

Barracks, commander camp.

Zheng Shoubei was standing in front of the sand table, fiddling with the layout on it.

"Commander, Lord Wei please see me."

Soldiers guarding the tents report.

"Oh? Master Wei is back? Let him in." Zheng Zhongye said.

Then Wei Mingting entered the tent.

Seeing Wei Mingting, Zheng Zhongye greeted Wei Mingting with a smile to the front of the sand table: "Master Wei, come and see, adjust the defense to this, and then raid this southeast corner, can you wipe out those Japanese pirates entrenched on the southeast coast?"

Wei Mingting came over, glanced at the sand table, but didn't answer, but asked Zheng Shoubei: "Master Zheng, you have made great achievements in the military, why did you do something like collaborating with the enemy and treason?"

Zheng Zhongye was taken aback for a moment, and the smile on his face disappeared.

After a long while, he turned his head to look at Wei Mingting, with a smile on his face: "What's wrong with Mr. Wei? What are you talking about collaborating with the enemy and treason?"

"Why do you want to hijack food and grass, and want to steal Thunderbolt bombs? How does this benefit you?" Wei Mingting didn't understand.

Zheng Zhongye was born as a civilian. He has been in the army for more than 20 years.

"Master Wei, you are talking about evidence. It is a serious crime to slander your boss. I can deal with you directly by military law, and you can be imprisoned." Zheng Zhongye said coldly.

"All the people you sent to Qianfu Inn have been captured alive." Wei Mingting said.

Hearing this, Zheng Zhongye's face turned completely cold, and a pair of hanging eyes cast a murderous intent.

"Wei Mingting, I didn't see that you still have such thoughts. When did you find out that I have a problem?" Zheng Zhongye said coldly.

"I never suspected it before, until the robbery of grain and grass appeared."

"So that's how it is. This trip to rob food and grass was indeed sloppy. I didn't expect that there would be such a powerful thing as the Thunderbolt, which would ruin all the confidantes I cultivated with great difficulty." Zheng Zhongye didn't pretend anymore.

"Why did you do this?" Wei Mingting asked.

"Why? Heh, you probably have to go to Huangquan Road to ask Lord Yan about this question."

Zheng Zhongye walked up to Wei Mingting's saber while talking with him, and when he finished speaking, he pulled out his saber and slashed at Wei Mingting.

Wei Mingting was already prepared, so he dodged to dodge.

Immediately afterwards, he turned around and came to the side, picked up the spear placed in the corner, and fought with Zheng Zhongye.

One after another silver light swayed in the camp, and one after another metal collision sounded.

The long spear danced like a silver snake in Wei Mingting's hands, like a dragon sailing out to sea, as fast as wind and lightning.

The unpredictable and powerful marksmanship made Zheng Zhongye difficult to parry.

Zheng Zhongye originally thought that Wei Mingting's injury hadn't fully healed yet, so he would definitely not be able to show his full strength by doing it now.

But he didn't want Wei Mingting to be so powerful in martial arts, even though he almost died more than three months ago, he could still have such a great threat and oppressive force at this moment.

After more than 20 moves, Zheng Zhongye was at a disadvantage and gradually lost.

In terms of martial arts alone, he is no match for Wei Mingting.

At this time, Zheng Zhongye rolled his eyes and shouted outside the tent: "Come on, Wei Mingting wants to assassinate the coach! Come on!"

Several people rushed in from outside the tent, armed with long guns, and surrounded Zheng Zhongye and Wei Mingting.

"Take down Wei Mingting! He is collaborating with the enemy and treasoning the country, and wants to kill me!" Zheng Zhongye snapped back.

Zheng Zhongye had the highest official position in the Anti-Japanese Army, and now he gave the order, and the soldiers should obey them.

However, the few people who came in at this moment did not attack Wei Mingting as he said, but pointed their finger at him.

Seeing this situation, Zheng Zhongye suddenly felt that his situation was over, and he couldn't help but panic.

Seeing that he was distracted, Wei Mingting picked up his gun and shot down the weapon in Zheng Zhongye's hand.

The saber fell to the ground, and Zheng Zhongye also lost the strength to resist.

At children, Chu Lan rushed to the barracks with his men.

After entering the main camp tent, Chu Lan saw Zheng Zhongye who was **** and kneeling in the center of the tent.

Wei Mingting stood aside. Before Chu Lan came, he only made a simple question to Zheng Zhongye and did not use torture.

Chu Lan walked around Zheng Zhongye and re-examined him.

Then Chu Lan came to the position of the coach and sat down, and began to ask: "Zheng Shoubei, do you know what is the crime of collaborating with the enemy and treason?"

"Your Highness, I did not collude with the enemy and treason. I robbed food and grass, and asked the ship dealer privately about Thunderbolt bombs. I followed orders!" Zheng Zhongye explained.

The crime of collaborating with the enemy and treason is too great, and it will implicate the whole family. Zheng Zhongye dare not bear such a crime.

"Follow orders? Whose order?" Chu Lan's eyes were piercing.