Chapter 239 Someone withheld rations from border soldiers

The news of the theft in Wang's warehouse quickly spread throughout the streets and alleys.

After Wang Dagui regained consciousness, he quickly asked his servants to carry him to the study...

When he saw the empty secret room, he felt like the sky had fallen.

Overnight, their family became penniless.

After calming down, Wang Dagui called the servants who had been on night patrol last night.

He cursed, "Did you find a thief sneaking into the mansion when you were on patrol last night?"

Several servants looked at each other and said tremblingly: "Reply, reply to the master, we didn't find any thieves last night..."

Even if I see it, I dare not say anything!

Shen Yan hurried over and said anxiously, "Let's go to the government to report the case!"

I finally got together with a rich man, but now everything is gone overnight.

Why am I so unlucky?

Could this matter be related to the Xiao couple?

Wang Dagui ignored the injury on his hip and yelled at the servant, "Hurry up and prepare the carriage. I'm going to report this to the authorities."

The group hurried to the government office.

Wang Dagui knelt in the courtroom, baring his teeth and shouting, "Your Excellency the Prefect, my house was robbed last night."

"All the valuables in my storeroom and study are gone... woooo!"

Fan Qijun looked at Wang Dagui with disdain and asked seriously, "Have you offended anyone recently?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Dagui wiped away his tears.

After thinking carefully for a moment, he said firmly, "Sir, I have always been an honest man and have absolutely never offended anyone."

Fan Qijun almost laughed out loud when he saw Wang Dagui's stubborn look.

Well, you didn't offend anyone, you just offended a certain person.

To be honest, this guy is pretty quick.

Fan Qijun adjusted his facial expression and said in a deep voice, "This government will send someone to investigate this matter. Please go back and wait patiently!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Dagui kowtowed and said, "I thank you, Your Excellency the Prefect."

I hope we can recover those belongings!

Huaxi Village.

In the study, Xiao Chengjin looked at the secret letter he had just received and said, "Ruoruo, the batch of cotton-padded clothes and quilts are ready."

Jiang Ruo, holding a teacup, heard this and her eyes lit up, "Really?"

"Then let's go to the border!"

By the way, I'll go to the nomadic people and get two dairy cows to raise.

In the middle of winter, two cups of hot milk tea are so comfortable.

An Er came to the door of the study with another secret letter and knocked on it.

“Knock, knock…”

"Enter!"

"Master, this is a secret letter from the capital." An Er said as he handed over the secret letter.

Xiao Chengjin took the secret letter and said in a deep voice, "Back off!"

"I'll take my leave."

After An Er left, Xiao Chengjin opened the secret letter in his hand.

In an instant, his face turned gloomy...

Tang Zhongxu and the Minister of Revenue actually dared to withhold food and fodder?

Jiang Ruo: "......"

Why did the dog man change his face?

Xiao Chengjin handed the secret letter to Jiang Ruo...

"Ruo Ruo, someone is withholding rations from the soldiers on the border."

Jiang Ruo took the secret letter, took a quick look at it, and immediately slammed the table in anger.

"How dare you do such a heartless thing, you bastard?"

"I'm tired of living."

"Ruoruo, calm down. We'll find time to deal with them." Xiao Chengjin gently stroked Jiang Ruo's back.

Jiang Ruo sneered, "A new official's first move is to start with three fires. This Prime Minister Tang is quite bold!"

"And this Minister of Revenue, Lord Jiang, isn't he a disciple of Jiang Qinian?"

Xiao Chengjin raised his eyebrows when he heard this.

"Ever since Jiang Qinian was dismissed, and with the Pei family incident, his students have been secretly looking for other opportunities."

Jiang Ruo curled the corners of his lips, "What a scene! When the tree falls, the monkeys scatter."

"Jiang Qinian has worked hard for so many years, but in the end, it's all in vain..."

Serves you right!

Humph! Let’s relive the hard times of our youth!

Xiao Chengjin tugged at Jiang Ruo's sleeve and whispered, "Ruo Ruo, since they dared to withhold food and fodder at the risk of having their entire family executed, they must have made certain preparations..."

"The secret letter mentioned a hiding place. Should we go there..."

It’s such a great thing that I can bring some fun to Ruoruo and also cause trouble for others!

Jiang Ruo tore up the secret letter, waved her hand, and said proudly, "Let them embezzle and withhold as much as they want. I'll empty my pockets."

"Yes, even their family was not spared."

Seeing that it is freezing cold, they still dare to withhold the soldiers' rations. This is really too much.

Xiao Chengjin pinched Jiang Ruo's cheek and said, "Ruo Ruo, I think these things must have been planned by Xiao Mocheng and Prime Minister Tang."

"I think they might be plotting... a rebellion."

When Jiang Ruo heard the word "rebellion", he immediately became alert.

She covered her lips with a smile and said loudly, "Rebellion is good! In this case, let's go and watch the fun."

The dog emperor must be so angry that he would vomit blood!

After a moment of silence, Xiao Chengjin said, "Then let's go collect those cotton-padded clothes and quilts first, and then go to the capital."

Jiang Ruo nodded, "Okay, I miss my aunt and the old man a little bit."

Night falls.

Jiang Ruo said to Steward Lin and the others, "We are going on a long trip, you all stay home and take care of yourself."

Steward Lin and the others nodded and watched the little phoenix carry the two away.

A village in the capital.

The little phoenix flew all the way to the outside of the capital and landed directly in the village that Xiao Chengjin mentioned.

After Xiao Chengjin helped Jiang Ruo to stand steadily, he whispered, "Ruoruo, everyone in this village is reliable. Just rest assured."

"Let's go pick up the goods first." Jiang Ruo looked around.

At this moment, a secret guard flew in front of Xiao Chengjin and Jiang Ruo, "This subordinate greets the two masters."

"No need to be so polite!" Xiao Chengjin said, and gathered Jiang Ruo's cloak.

The secret guard looked at the little phoenix standing beside him in the moonlight, his face full of admiration.

The little phoenix noticed the "obsessed" look of the secret guard and flapped its wings proudly.

How about it?

You must be fascinated by this handsome guy!

Xiao Chengjin coughed lightly and said to the secret guard, "Take us to the warehouse."

"Yes, Master."

The secret guard brought Xiao Chengjin and the other two to a courtyard and opened all the rooms where cotton clothes and quilts were stored.

"Master, this was made according to your wishes. Please take a look."

Xiao Chengjin walked into the room holding Jiang Ruo's hand and nodded with satisfaction.

"You should withdraw!"

"I'll take my leave!" The secret guard turned and left.

After the secret guards retreated, Xiao Chengjin whispered to Jiang Ruo, "Ruoruo, put everything away!"

Jiang Ruo looked at the handmade cotton clothes and quilts and put them all into the space.

With these cotton-padded clothes, the soldiers would suffer less, and after getting some food, they could head to the border.

"Okay, let's go!"

Xiao Chengjin called the secret guards and asked them to continue making the next batch of cotton-padded clothes.

"As you command!" The secret guard was shocked when he saw the empty room.

Anyone with such ability...is definitely not his master.

It must be the madam!

Haha, Madam must be the reincarnation of a god!