Dou Zhao couldn't see through Ji Yong's words. Elegant words and emotions first appeared.

  Ji Yong took advantage of the guards' distraction as they were busy counting the bodies and tending to the wounded, and quietly asked her: "You did it on purpose, didn't you?"

  "What?" Udou Akira didn't react for a moment.

  While waiting for the officials to arrive, they had already discussed and agreed on what to say externally. Duan Dechang and Wu Shan insisted that Duan Zhao leave first, and they would handle any matters that arose. However, Duan Zhao was afraid of unexpected developments and wanted to involve Chen Xiaofeng and others, so he decided to stay at the scene until the official investigation report was completed before leaving.

  Looking at the ending of those followers of Pang Kunbai, Chen Xiaofeng and others must have left a way out for Pang Kunbai.

  Pang Qiong White is dead!

  If the Wang family doesn't help Pang Kunbai come forward, what should she do? If the Wang family helps Pang Kunbai come forward, what should she do then? Although her time of going to Tianzhuang can be traced, it is not fixed. According to Su Xin's words, her grandmother is fine, and the so-called sudden fainting was just a lie to lure her out of the village. Who leaked her itinerary? Does Du An have anything to do with this matter? Does Wang Yingshu know about the Pang family's plan?

  Is Fifth Uncle capable of having a falling out with Wang Xingyi now?

  What can she do to maximize her benefits if Wu Bobo chooses to continue enduring? What will happen if Wu Bobo has the ability to counter Wang Xingyi?

  Dong Zhao's mind was a thousand threads, and suddenly Ji Yong asked her, she didn't react for a moment.

  Ji Yong blinked at her and said with a hint of implication: "I'm saying, are you intentionally pretending not to recognize Pang Kunbai?"

  I was wondering about this!

  Dong didn't even bat an eye. He said seriously, "He and I are relatives by marriage. If I had recognized him, no matter what, I would have left some face for him. How could I have beaten him to death with one blow?"

  "Really?" Ji Yong smiled, his expression clearly written with "I don't believe you" as he looked her up and down, his gaze piercing like a summer day. It was as if he could see through to the smallest detail, and Dou Zhao wouldn't have been able to withstand it if she hadn't lived two lifetimes. Despite this, she still felt an uneasy feeling like a thorn on her back.

  Some things, even if seen with one's own eyes, will sound like rumors when spoken.

  Dong Zhaoda made up his mind to turn a deaf ear and pretend to be dumb.

  Ji Yong's demeanor had become gentle and humble.

  Dong Zhao was startled, and then he heard Wu Shan's concerned voice behind him: "Fourth sister, why are you standing in the courtyard? It's late at night and the dew is heavy, why don't you go rest in the carriage for a while? Don't worry about today's affairs, I and Shi Er... He paused, adding Ji Yong. ...and Jian Ming will handle this matter properly."

  "It's a bit stuffy in the carriage, I'll come out and get some fresh air." Du Zhao smiled and turned around, seeing that Wu Shan was talking to her, but his eyes were fixed on Ji Yong's body, with a deep sense of vigilance flashing at the bottom of his eyes.

  Is he also wary of Ji Yong?

  Dou Zhaos thoughts were interrupted by the sight of Ji Yongs attendants hurrying over with a small sedan chair.

  "It must be the doctor who has arrived." Ji Yong smiled and stood still.

  Wu Shan thought for a moment and reluctantly went forward.

  Wu Shan is still too young!

  Dong Zhao sighed inwardly and got on the carriage.

  Muslin anxiously asked: "Chen Huwei and they won't have any trouble, will they?"

  "What's going on?" Before Duan Zhao could speak, Su Xin smiled and said, "Chen Da Ge and the others went to Tan Jia Zhuang in Ling Shou County to celebrate Tan Ju Ren's father's birthday. Because it was getting late, they took a shortcut and happened to see someone being robbed, so they lent a hand. Did they do something wrong by drawing their swords to help?"

  "It was my fault." Su Xue murmured, her face filled with shame.

  "What's wrong with that?" Su Xin smiled, pulling on Su Xiang's arm. "That's for outsiders, but at home, we sisters can still say whatever we want."

  Su Xiang lowered her head in embarrassment and leaned closer to Su Xin.

  In her previous life, Su Lian was also very honest, so Duan Zhao let her take charge of the clothes, jewelry, boxes and cabinets in her own room.

  This life has a good heart. It seems like I've gained someone who can manage the household.

  Then you can also worry less about it later on.

  Dong Zhao smiled contentedly and asked Su Xin in a low voice who Duan Da Shu was.

  Su Xin laughed and said, "Uncle Duan is a straightforward and righteous person. He works as a guard at the Lang's residence along with Big Brother Chen. However, Big Brother Chen is just an ordinary guard, whereas Uncle Duan is the leader and has exceptional martial arts skills."

  "What's going on with Tang Zhen now?"

  The excuse for visiting Tan Juhuping's father on his birthday was given by Duan Gongyi.

  "Tan Jiazhuang's Tan Juren, also known as Yunshen, was a tall and sturdy man with a bold personality. He was nicknamed 'Sitting Dragon' because of his robust build and the fact that his name sounded similar to 'Qilin'. The Tan family had lived in Lingshou for generations and were said to have produced many skilled martial artists. During the late years of the previous dynasty, when bandits ran rampant in Zhending, anyone who dared to rob the Tan family would never return. As a result, Tan Jiazhuang gained a reputation, and people from the Jianghu world would often visit when passing through Zhending. However, after the country became peaceful, the fame of Tan Jiazhuang gradually faded, and only some old-school boxing masters in Zhending knew about it. Duan Da Shu's ancestors were said to have come from Tan Jiazhuang, and he would visit every year on New Year's Day to pay his respects. This time, when Old Man Tan was celebrating his birthday, he also sent an invitation to him."

  Dong Zhaohad a stunned expression.

  This Tan family village is clearly a hundred-year-old clan that has been passed down through martial arts.

  She is a real Ting person, but has never heard of it.

  It's clear that many things aren't necessarily reborn, but everyone knows them already.

  Dong Zhaohui thought of Ji Yong.

  What will happen to him in the end?

  A murmur of voices came from outside the carriage.

  The window was pushed open by a gentle hand, revealing a narrow slit.

  "Miss," her expression was strange, "Mr. Chen brought the Du family's guards to accompany Third Master and Third Young Master..."

  Dòu Zhāo smiled faintly.

  Although she was wealthy, her annual allowance was only 1,000 taels of silver. Not to mention 10,000 taels of cash, she didn't even have 10,000 taels in silver notes, let alone Chen Qu Shui, this fake accountant master.

  She didn't trust the people of Doudong's family, so she let Sulan take someone to ask Chen Quanshui for that 10,000 taels of reward.

  It was both to inform Chen Qu Shui of the situation and to test his adaptability and ability to handle matters.

  Now San Bo Fu and San Tang Xiong have appeared here, at least it can be confirmed. The reward of 10,000 taels of silver has been settled.

  "Where is fourth sister? Where is fourth sister?"

  In the midst of the noisy and bustling voices, San Tang's voice stood out as particularly sharp.

  Su Xin lifted the curtain of the carriage: "Xiu San Ye, our young lady is here!"

  Dong Xiu Chang ran over with his increasingly plump body shaking.

  "Are you alright?" He wiped the sweat from his forehead, his silk robe was soaked through with sweat and clung tightly to his body, revealing rolls of fat underneath. "Who is so blind as to dare rob someone from the Dou family? Why are officials and Ji Gongzi, Wu Gongzi, and the Twelfth Brother all here?"

  Dong Zhaoli was only concerned about those ten thousand taels of silver notes.

  She raised her head and saw Chen Qu Shui following closely behind San Tang Ge.

  Chen Qushui smiled and nodded at her, indicating he understood what she meant.

  Dong Zhaosong let out a sigh of relief.

  Third Uncle San walked over with a gloomy face after dropping Ji Yong, who had been whispering to him for a while.

  "Shougu," he said in a low voice. "You go back first. It's just me and your three paternal uncles here."

  After being shocked and frightened for half a day, Du Zhao also felt tired. Anyway, this matter couldn't be solved in a short time.

  "She hesitated: 'It's just that I promised Chen and his guards a reward...'"

  People like Chen Xiaofeng, if they walk the right path, are escorts, bodyguards or martial arts instructors. If they walk a crooked path, they become local ruffians, idlers who get into fights and even murderers and robbers. Since a reward of 10,000 taels of silver has already been offered, and it's Duan Zhaos money, the Duan family doesn't need to offend anyone for this.

  "I've brought it." Dou Xiuchang hastily said, taking out a small black lacquer box with gold trim from his bosom. "This is a 10,000 tael silver note." He handed it over to Chen Quanshui.

  Dong Zhaodao said, "Then trouble Mr. Chen to hand over the silver ticket to Chen Huwei." Then he said to Dong Shibang, "Third uncle, Chen Huwei is a heroic and righteous person, can you tell the government to let them go first? If there's anything, they can find our Dong family."

  Dong Shibo thought for a moment and said, "Alright. With so many people around, let's get rid of these wandering performers first."

  Dong Xiu Chang hurriedly went to negotiate with the government officials.

  Dong Zhao invited Su Lan onto the horse carriage and said to Dong Shi Bang, "Then I'll head back first." Her gaze however lingered on Chen Qu Shui for a moment.

  Chen Qu Shui nodded in understanding, and as Dong Shi Bang went to arrange for the escort of Dong Zhao's carriage, he stepped forward a few steps and said in a low voice: "After this matter is settled here, I will return to the Dong family with several masters."

  Dou Zhao nodded and was escorted into the city by Ji Yong's guards.

  Dong's family had someone waiting for her at the city gate. As soon as they saw her carriage, they rushed up and said urgently: "Quickly, go to the East Mansion, Madame is still waiting for Fourth Miss!"

  Dong Zhao asked Su Xin: "Does Aunt Cui know about my situation?"

  "I just grabbed Hong Gu and asked her, I didn't dare to meet her old man." Su Xin said. "I also instructed Hong Gu that you have something to do, it's too late, you need to stay overnight at the Tian Zhuang, and come back tomorrow afternoon."

  "Hmm!" Du Zhao looked at Su Xin with a look of appreciation.

  The horse carriage rattled and soon stopped at the second gate of Dongtou.

  Liu Mama and Wang Mama beside Ji's family were waiting at the second gate.

  They saw Du Zhao, and they all came forward to pull her hand and examine her. Seeing that she was clean and tidy, with a natural expression, they all let out a long breath of relief and urged her to go see the second mistress: "The mistress is so anxious that her eyes are red, and she scolded the third master until he was covered in blood."

  Third uncle is in charge of the household, so he got scolded. Grandmother lives with her and as a senior, she might have also been scolded until her face was swollen.

  Dong Zhao guessed and said, "Let her worry," and went to the second lady's place with Liu Mama and Wang Mama.

  Ji was pacing back and forth in front of the Second Mistress's door, looking dispirited. When he saw Dou Zhao, he didn't say a word, but burst into tears: "Whose fault is this, to make you suffer like this? Why doesn't the Bodhisattva strike her dead with a thunderbolt!"

  Dòu Zhāo had never heard of Jì shì scolding people before.

  She suddenly turned red-eyed and shouted "Sixth Aunt", with a tone that was somewhat astonishing to herself, carrying a hint of grievance.

  Ji's family was even more heartbroken, and with a hateful tone said: "What kind of thing is the Pang family? They think that by climbing up to Wang Xingyi they themselves have become the governor of Shaanxi! To call them nouveau riche is already being too kind to them, stepping on them would still make my foot dirty, yet they dare to plot against you! This time if we don't properly teach them a lesson, they'll think that our Duan family is afraid of them!" As she spoke, she pulled her hand and entered the hall.

  It seems everyone is a wise person, as soon as they hear that this matter involves Pang Kunbai, they know what the Pang family has in mind.

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  Sisters and brothers, I just got back. Xiaoyu said she hasn't eaten her fill for several days, so this morning I made her a delicious meal first. No time to write now, will make up for the missed update later. Will start writing after dinner, might be a bit late, everyone can check it out tomorrow morning instead. Tomorrow, I'll send Xiaoyu to eat at the cafeteria and adjust the timing of the updates accordingly.

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  PS: The competition for Pink Tickets is too fierce, please support me, don't be so suffocated, and make my mood a little better...

  Thank you everyone.

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