Chapter 45: Making Enemies Everywhere

Cheng Weiyao's tough attitude saved the Prince Qingping's Mansion from plunder, but the female members of the family had mixed opinions about it. The Imperial Concubine was worried that she would be targeted by the officials in the future, but Wen Liyu felt extremely happy to see the officials suffer a setback.

"The Duke's concubine's daughter has made so many enemies everywhere. Isn't she afraid of the dark forces behind the scenes that are hard to guard against?"

Before returning to his room, Wen Chengyun looked at Cheng Weiyao's slender and frail figure not far ahead and suddenly asked.

"It's impossible to please and satisfy everyone in this world. So, it's better to be yourself. The worst that can happen is that you can just close your eyes and be reincarnated."

Cheng Weiyao came back to her senses and said this half-jokingly to avoid Wen Chengyun's inquiring gaze. Although it sounded a bit bad, her mentality was very open-minded.

Such courage is rare in a man, let alone a weak girl. She must be either born bold or have someone behind her.

What secrets does Cheng Weiyao hide... Wen Chengyun became curious.

The officials suffered a series of defeats at the hands of Cheng Weiyao, and coincidentally, they went to a gathering and bought a lot of things. When they wanted to go out for a drink, they remembered that their wallets were empty.

"What bad luck! What kind of world is this? Money is spent faster than it is earned..."

"Can't drink anymore? It's all because of that damn woman Cheng Weiyao. This trip's profits are obviously not as good as before..."

Several officials had no choice but to stand up and complain, while Li Kui slammed his hand on the table and cursed: "Cheng Weiyao is lucky today. Once we leave the county and start traveling again, we will make money back from her sooner or later."

However, man proposes, God disposes. After the county town, there was a mountain road. Not long after the team set out, thick black clouds rolled up in the sky.

"Mountain Road, this is a good opportunity. Later, when the brothers go behind to maintain order, separate Cheng Weiyao from the others in the Qingping Palace. A single kill is the best way..."

"I'll just reluctantly choose Wen Liyu. Whoever wants that troublesome Cheng Weiyao can have her. I wouldn't do anything to bully an elderly Imperial Concubine..."

The officers walked very close together, whispering about their next move, but before they could finish their discussion, they dispersed.

"Put away all your little thoughts. Look at the sky. It's going to rain soon. We need to hurry up and catch up."

Wang Gang caught a glimpse of a few yamen runners whispering to each other and warned them coldly that they were brothers who lived together day and night, and he could tell what they were planning at a glance.

Chen Er, Li Kui and the others could only nod reluctantly, but turned around and glared fiercely in the direction of the Prince Qingping's Mansion. This woman was lucky, having escaped disaster time and time again...

"Why do I feel a chill on my back?"

Wen Liyu was very sensitive to the officers' gazes. She shuddered slightly, rubbed her arms, and glanced around suspiciously. The last time a blind bear suddenly appeared, it had caused everyone a lot of trouble. It was always better to be cautious.

Cheng Weiyao raised her eyes and glanced in the direction of the officers, but they had already looked away at Wang Gang's signal.

She chuckled and consoled him, "It's really frightening to have wolves watching you from behind... Those yamen runners aren't good people. Don't get left alone and let them take advantage of you."

Wen Liyu rolled her eyes. She was not a fool and naturally knew what kind of people the officials were.

"Everyone hurry up, the mountain road is difficult to walk on after the rain, so hurry up and cross the mountain.

Wang Gang glanced at the grumbling Cheng Weiyao and her sister-in-law, and urged them impatiently. No matter if they were friends or enemies, no one was worry-free...

However, as they hurried, thunder sounded in the sky and heavy rain began to fall. Fortunately, their luck was not bad, as the resting place halfway up the mountain was within reach.

"Brothers, run faster! There's a tea stall ahead. If you run slowly, you'll get soaked..."

The officers walking in the front row chuckled and took the advantageous position in the tea stall first, while the officers in charge of escorting the female relatives could only complain.

The women took out the oil umbrellas they had bought when they went shopping in the county. Although homemade umbrellas were good, they were still a bit crude. If there was a chance to improve their conditions, they would naturally do so.

The men put on the straw raincoats that the women had made last time. A real man would not be fussy and would save money wherever possible, especially since the raincoats were made by his family.

The officials were enjoying delicious food and drinks in the midst of the wind and rain, while the exiles were standing miserably in the rain.

The only thing to be thankful for was that the rain came suddenly and the officers did not have time to separate the men and women, so the scene was quite heartwarming.

Cheng Weiyao took the opportunity to take a break and went into QQ Farm. The sky on the farm was as clear as ever.

Next to the cozy cabin, there were plants full of fruits that had been planted before. After the farm fish pond was opened, the seeds that had been exchanged before met the planting requirements, so she planted some.

Looking around, all kinds of fruits were heavy, fresh and juicy, and Cheng Weiyao's eyebrows instantly curved.

"Why are you grinning like an idiot? Aren't you cold? Come closer..."

Wen Liyu looked at Cheng Weiyao who was smiling mysteriously beside her, and took the initiative to move closer to her, with the umbrella in her hand slightly tilted.

If Cheng Weiyao hadn't reacted even though her shoulders were wet with rain, she wouldn't have bothered to meddle in other people's business.

"Thank you. I'm fine. You should put on more clothes. It's raining hard and windy. If you fall ill on the way, you'll be in big trouble..."

Cheng Weiyao's eyes were dazed, and she instantly withdrew from the QQ Farm. The sister-in-law's duplicity revealed a kind of awkward cuteness.

Wen Liyu's face darkened instantly. She was kind and concerned, but Cheng Weiyao's words sounded like a curse on her.

This sudden downpour lasted for a long time before it ended. After standing in the rain for a long time, everyone's legs had become numb. When the official shouted and prepared to set off, Cheng Weiyao's movements slowed down a little.

"Hey, you were bragging to me before that you were in good health, why are you not feeling well now..."

Wen Liyu smiled, but walked forward with a straight face, holding her arm, with a hint of pride in her eyes.

It happened to be a rainy day, and after standing in the rain for so long, not long after the team started marching, sounds of sneezing and runny noses began to be heard among the women in the team.

"Sir, can you please take a break? I feel dizzy. I just need to take a decoction..."

"My limbs are also sore. Officer, please be lenient..."

The demands came one after another, but the officers remained unmoved and even urged everyone to speed up.

"Aqiu..."

The imperial concubine was walking with Wen Chengming when she suddenly stopped and sneezed.

Cheng Weiyao's heart sank. What was supposed to happen had finally happened. In the family of Prince Qingping's Mansion, the only one who was weak was the Imperial Noble Consort.