When she heard the news, she didn't know whether to be happy or sad.

The good news is that the people my second uncle was waiting for have finally been found, and this matter can finally be put to rest.

What worried her was that her second uncle, who had waited so many years and devoted so much energy and effort to the Lou family, might do something foolish in a fit of anger and shame after discovering that his fiancée had already married someone else. So she rushed to Jiangbei without stopping.

However, halfway there, she received a message from her second uncle, realizing that her worries were somewhat unnecessary, and thus breathed a sigh of relief.

However, she did not intend to turn back immediately. Since she was already halfway there, she thought she might as well go to Jiangbei for a stroll and talk to Yan Xiao and Shen Muzhi about something.

Now that Yanxiao and his second uncle have a long-standing friendship, the cooperation between Tongqianbao and Yanxiao should be able to become even closer.

Yan Xiao knew that Song Zhuxin had come in person, and she already had some guesses in her mind, which were later confirmed by the guardian deity.

Therefore, she was aware of Song Zhuxin's current thoughts, and when she saw Song Zhuxin, she was much more enthusiastic than the last time they met.

He kept calling her "Sister Song" and his words were full of affection.

There was nothing she could do; after all, this was her family's lucky charm. Besides, Song Zhuxin's temperament was indeed quite to her liking, and it was quite pleasant to be around her.

After Yan Xiao picked up Song Zhu, he originally wanted her to get into the carriage and return to the General's Mansion with him, but Song Zhu refused.

"Sister Yan, this is my first time in Jiangbei. I'd like to take a stroll around the city. If you're not in a hurry, why don't you come with me?"

Yan Xiao naturally wouldn't refuse. She smiled and agreed, then turned to look at Shen Muzhi, indicating that he could go back first if he was busy.

Just as Shen Muzhi was about to nod, Wei Wuxiu, who was riding up on horseback, came into view.

A fleeting look of guilt crossed his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure and gave Yan Xiao a wink.

Yan Xiao looked over and saw Wei Wuxiu as well. At this moment, Wei Wuxiu had already arrived in front of them.

Yan Xiao, oblivious to any sense of guilt, greeted Wei Wuxiu quite frankly.

"Where are you going, Brother Wei?"

Wei Wuxiu glanced sideways at Shen Muzhi before answering:

"I heard that the city lord of Qi Liancheng has arrived. I have heard a lot about her deeds and I am told that she is an extraordinary woman. Now that she has come in person, I would like to pay her a visit."

Yan Xiao nodded slightly upon hearing this, and then introduced Song Zhuxin, who was standing beside her, to Wei Wuxiu:

"This must be Lord Song."

As she spoke, Yan Xiao introduced Wei Wuxiu to Song Zhuxin:

"Sister Song, this is the Prince Wei, Wei Wuxiu, whom I mentioned to you before."

Born into royalty, Wei Wuxiu's etiquette was ingrained in his bones. He only glanced quickly at Song Zhuxin before bowing in greeting.

"My name is Wei Wuxiu, and I greet Lord Song."

Wei Wuxiu was slightly puzzled when he didn't receive a response after speaking.

Yan Xiao glanced at Song Zhuxin unintentionally and found that Song Zhuxin was staring at Wei Wuxiu with a dazed look in her eyes, as if she was lost in thought.

Yan Xiao paused slightly, then gently touched Song Zhuxin:

"Sister Song?"

"ah?"

Song Zhuxin suddenly snapped back to her senses, and after realizing her lapse in composure, her expression turned awkward for a moment, but she quickly returned to normal.

"So it's Prince Wei. Seeing is believing. Prince Wei is indeed as handsome as the rumors say. No wonder he attracts the attention of countless young ladies. I was a little mesmerized just now. Please forgive me."

Yan Xiao looked Wei Wuxiu up and down after hearing this. She had to admit that Wei Wuxiu's appearance was indeed rare. In modern times, he would be a heartthrob who could debut immediately.

I never expected that Song Zhuxin would like this one.

All the women Wei Wuxiu had met before, except for those who were witty and charming, were well-bred ladies. No woman had ever spoken to him so openly and blatantly.

This left him momentarily speechless, and he didn't even dare to look Song Zhuxin in the eye. Finally, he nodded slightly and replied dryly:

"Lord Song is right."

Shen Muzhi was initially a little guilty, but now that he saw Yan Xiao staring at Wei Wuxiu's pretty face, he felt uneasy, and his guilt had long since vanished.

He first pulled Yan Xiao to his side, then took over the conversation directly:

"Brother Wei, you should be very busy today. How come you have time to stroll around here?"

Wei Wuxiu got angry at the mention of this, and was just about to make a few sarcastic remarks about Shen Muzhi, who valued women over friends, when Yan Xiao chimed in:

"I've already told you, Brother Wei is exceptionally capable, and since he's so capable, he should be given more responsibilities. So many things should be done by Brother Wei."

You underestimated Brother Wei's talent and worried that he wouldn't be able to handle everything. Now the facts are clear, what else do you have to say?

Upon hearing this, Wei Wuxiu's lips twitched slightly. He immediately swallowed back what he was about to say and asked uncertainly instead:

"Did your sister-in-law ask Mu Zhi to arrange this for me?"

Yan Xiao nodded directly, his smile seemingly harmless.

"Yes, whether it's character or ability, my wife and I can't trust anyone else besides Brother Wei."

Well, Wei Wuxiu knew there was a trap, but Yan Xiao's subtle but effective flattery made it impossible for him to retaliate against Shen Muzhi. He could only force a smile and reluctantly accept it.

Seeing that Wei Wuxiu had been dealt with, Yan Xiao secretly gave Shen Muzhi a smug look.

Shen Muzhi suppressed a laugh, his earlier displeasure vanished, and he only felt a pang of sympathy for his brother in his heart, without saying another word.

Song Zhuxin's gaze remained fixed on Wei Wuxiu's face, but as she looked, she noticed something unusual.

Wei Wuxiu's gaze towards Yan Xiao seemed slightly different. She wasn't sure if she was seeing things, but she didn't show it on her face.

After Yan Xiao finished speaking with Wei Wuxiu, she immediately said:

"Sister Yan, if you and the general have something to do, you don't need to accompany me. I can just wander around by myself."

Yan Xiao refused without hesitation: "How can this be? This is your first time in Jiangbei. Even if you are busy, the general and I should still do our best to be good hosts."

Song Zhuxin had been waiting for her to say this, and quickly smiled and said:

"How about this, you all go about your business, I'll just wander around with Prince Wei."

"no."

Wei Wuxiu refused quickly, and after finishing speaking and seeing everyone staring at him, he coughed and said:

"What I mean is that I have a lot of military affairs to attend to and really have no free time. I only managed to squeeze in a little time to come here after hearing that Lord Song had arrived. I have to return to the military camp immediately."

Song Zhuxin was not disappointed at all upon hearing this; on the contrary, she became even more interested.

"That's perfect. I'd also like to see the might of the Jiangbei soldiers. If Prince Wei doesn't mind the trouble, would you mind taking me along?"

Song Zhuxin's intentions were too obvious, and there was no attempt to hide them. Almost everyone present understood that her true intentions lay elsewhere.

Before Wei Wuxiu could even think of how to refuse, Yan Xiao beat him to it:

"No trouble at all, no trouble at all. How could Brother Wei find you troublesome?"

"Speaking of which, Sister Song is the lord of a city, so her abilities must be outstanding. If Sister Song doesn't mind, I would be grateful if she could help Brother Wei with some of his tasks."