The constables didn't even go to the county government office.

The county government office was deserted. Du Shi walked to the back and knocked on the drum in front of the office, but no one came out to answer.

He was shocked. Everything today was just as Ye Panjiu had predicted. Now, most of the county knew about Du Shi's injustice.

As long as he remains calm and doesn't impulsively go to the Zhou residence to find Zhou Xinran, he can overturn the case from back then and obtain the long-overdue justice.

No matter how inhuman the new magistrate may be, with so many people in the county watching this case, he wouldn't dare to make a wrong judgment!

Du Shi did not storm the county government office again. What he wanted was clear and fair justice, for Zhou Xinran's head to fall in the market, rather than being killed so inexplicably.

The county was bustling with activity, and everything at Jiujiulu was as usual, except there were hardly any people queuing up; everyone had gone to surround Dushi.

Mrs. Sun clicked her tongue in amazement, "Little sister, you really put together a brilliant play."

Ye Erniu wholeheartedly agreed, "My little sister sits at home and yet she's incredibly insightful!"

Liu and Ye Daniu continued working in silence.

The braised food sold out a little late today, so the group got home a bit late.

Ye Panjiu was standing at the door, watching Yan Yu's departing figure on horseback.

Before the oxcart had even come to a complete stop, Madam Sun stepped forward and took Ye Panjiu's arm. "Why are you standing here? Go and sit down, little sister. You have no idea how amazing you are!"

She started talking non-stop, recounting everything that had happened in the county that day.

Ye Panjiu laughed, "I'm not that amazing, I just happened to catch a good opportunity."

The timing of the magistrate's execution was good; now he can create a stir in the county without anyone interfering.

Sun ignored what she said, "Zhou Xinran is really finished this time. Even if he had nine lives, it wouldn't be enough to pay off his debt."

Ye Panjiu smiled and said, "We're just waiting for the new magistrate to arrive."

Liu came over. "Little sister, how is Miss Guan?"

Ye Panjiu shook her head. "It's nothing. She just ran out and fainted. I went to call her when it was time for lunch."

Madam Sun frowned. "With her health condition, she can't even go out. Isn't that just asking for trouble?"

Liu sighed, "I'll make her some more soup at noon to nourish her."

Ye Panjiu rolled up her sleeves, "I'll help my sister-in-law."

Mrs. Sun pressed her down onto the stool. "Rest, I'll take care of it."

Ye Panjiu was both amused and exasperated, so she grabbed a handful of melon seeds and started eating them.

Liu had a heavy cooking task, not only for the Ye family but also for a large group of people building the house.

Besides the Sun family, Ye Daniu and Ye Erniu were also helping out.

After lunch was prepared, Ye Panjiu went into the side room and gently nudged Guan Muning's arm.

Guan Muning slowly woke up and met Ye Panjiu's tolerant and kind gaze, suddenly feeling a little insecure.

Ye Panjiu said with a smile, "You fainted. Can you get up and eat? If you don't want to get up, I'll bring the food in for you."

Guan Muning shook her head. "I'll get up."

Ye Panjiu then withdrew with a strong sense of boundaries.

This world has indeed caused Guan Muning too much suffering, so she wanted to do everything she could to bring her some kindness and warmth.

Guan Muning remained seated next to Ye Panjiu.

Liu specially served her a bowl of soup first and placed it next to her, saying, "My cooking skills are not good, please be tolerant."

For some reason, Guan Muning's eyes reddened when she heard these words.

No one has ever cared about her like this in her entire life.

They serve her rice first, and give her chicken legs and the like first—that's never happened before.

During her short day at the Ye family home, she was treated to this treatment at every meal.

She didn't want to cry, so she quickly picked up the bowl and drank the soup.

The soup was very flavorful, and it contained some medicinal herbs that she couldn't identify.

After finishing her meal, Ye Panjiu felt her stomach sinking down, so she immediately crawled into bed and wrapped herself tightly in the blanket.

Grandma Ye followed her in, reaching under the covers to touch her hands and feet. "It's so cold! I'll bring some more charcoal into your room."

Ye Panjiu grabbed her, "Mother, add more charcoal, I'm sweating all over."

The feeling of a sweat-soaked blanket makes you more susceptible to illness.

Grandma Ye looked at her with heartache, raising her hand to stroke her hair, "Your health is all my fault."

Ye Panjiu took her hand and held it tightly, saying, "My life was given to me by my mother, so what's wrong with it?"

Grandma Ye's hands were covered in wrinkles, and her palms and fingers were calloused. A lifetime of farm work had shaped her hands.

Ye Panjiu rubbed her head against Old Lady Ye's palm, "A child with a mother is a treasure."

She didn't have such loving family members in her previous life.

Grandma Ye pinched her cheek. "My daughter will always be my treasure. Go to sleep. I'll go watch the house."

Ye Panjiu smiled and said, "Mother, you should get some sleep too, don't overwork yourself."

Grandma Ye walked along, swinging her arms back and forth, saying, "I'm getting old, I can't sleep anymore~"

She stepped out of the house and saw Guan Muning standing there. "Girl, go lie down quickly, you should stand less!"

Guan Muning, her face stiff, was dragged back into the house by Old Lady Ye and pressed back onto the bed.

"Everything will pass. Always look on the bright side; it can't hurt."

"But if you only focus on the bad, you'll only make life miserable."

Guan Muning's cautious gaze followed Old Lady Ye's movements, and he breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the old lady walk out of the house.

She is still somewhat afraid of being in the same room with someone.

After Ye Panjiu woke up, she looked at the words on the wall and couldn't help but smile.

The more you look at these characters, the more beautiful they become.

She stepped out of the house and saw Guan Muning. "Miss Guan, is there something you need from me?"

Guan Muning asked curtly, "Who brought me back?"

Ye Panjiu didn't answer, but took a step back. "Come in and sit down to talk. I asked someone to follow you, in case you faint."

Guan Muning was stunned. How could this person talk about stalking her so casually?

She twisted the hem of her clothes, "Thank you so much, I will definitely pay you back for these two taels of silver later."

Ye Panjiu poured her a cup of hot water. "No need. Just consider it something the world owes you."

Guan Muning pursed her lips tightly. "Every wrong has its perpetrator, and every debt its debtor."

Ye Panjiu laughed, "Zhou Xinran's debt can be paid with his life, but what about your parents' and your brothers'? How are you going to collect those debts?"

Guan Muning's gaze was icy. "Naturally, we should also let them taste what it's like to be sold."

Ye Panjiu leisurely picked up her hot tea. "You were able to avenge Zhou Xinran because Zhou Xinran offended me. How could you possibly sell out your family?"

Guan Muning frowned as she looked at Ye Panjiu, assuming that Ye Panjiu would continue to help her take revenge…

"Miss Guan, let me give you a piece of advice: relying on others will only lead to disaster; only yourself is truly reliable."

After Ye Panjiu finished speaking, she stood up. "In my opinion, you have no way to take revenge on your jackal family right now. Taking care of your health is the most important thing."

Guan Muning stared intently at Ye Panjiu's every move, watching her departing figure.

What would have happened if Ye Panjiu hadn't had anyone follow her yesterday and she had fainted on the street?