Chapter 403 A New Proposal

Da Niu went home, changed his clothes, and was walking with an umbrella when he arrived at Lu Erbai's house. At that moment, Village Chief Chen arrived in a large group with Hu Li and others.

Village Chief Chen even raised his hand to greet him, his face beaming with excitement, "Young man Lu, your fourth aunt and uncle are all home, right? Quick, tell them that the officials are here and have good news."

Da Niu laughed and said, "If you're home, please come in."

The people in the courtyard had already heard the commotion and came out to greet them.

Village Chief Chen was taken aback by the scene, but Hu Li immediately laughed and said, "It's quite lively."

Everyone quickly stepped aside to let Hu Li and the others in.

Lu Sixing wiped her hands, feeling somewhat awkward. Fortunately, with Shu Yu present, she didn't need to entertain the officials herself.

Shu Yu greeted Hu Li, "Brother Hu, I didn't expect it to be you."

"I've come to bring you good news. This is a joyous occasion, so of course I have to join in the fun. Where's Yuan Shanchuan?"

"Officer, I'm here." Yuan Shanchuan didn't ask anyone to help him; he walked out of the house by supporting himself against the wall.

Hu Li noticed that his face was rather pale, and he looked even worse than he had looked the previous two days, which surprised her.

However, he quickly remembered what Village Chief Chen had told them on the way, and it must have been because of the break in their family ties.

The Yuan family is truly short-sighted, but he realized this when they were imprisoned.

This is for the best. Getting rid of such a burdensome family member may not necessarily be a bad thing for Yuan Shanchuan.

Hu Li didn't ask any more questions. The two of them took off their raincoats and sat on the stools next to them, ignoring the villagers peeking in from outside the main room.

He first inquired about Yuan Shanchuan's health. The latter leaned back in his chair, smiled, and said, "Actually, I'm feeling a bit better. I wasn't sleeping well before, but after vomiting up the blood yesterday, I slept soundly until dawn. Right now, I just feel weak and my limbs are limp, but I'll be fine in a few days."

"That's good."

As they were talking, Lu Sixing led Liang out with several bowls of ginger tea and brought them to the two officials and Village Chief Chen.

As for the Yuan family members who were lurking and peeking around behind her, she pretended not to see them.

I must say, in this kind of weather, when you're all damp, drinking a bowl of ginger tea really makes you feel much better.

Hu Li smiled and thanked him, then exchanged a few more pleasantries with Yuan Shanchuan before saying, "Last time, when the lord asked you what reward you wanted, you fainted, so the matter was temporarily put on hold. Now that the murderer in the Zhao family case has been found, thanks to the clues you provided, the reward must be given. Our lord has always been fair in his rewards and punishments."

Yuan Shanchuan smiled somewhat embarrassedly. Last time, when the adult asked him if he wanted money, he subconsciously refused.

But given his current situation, not only has he lost his house, but he also owes Ayu ten taels of silver. He needs money for everything, so he really needs this reward.

He clenched his fists slightly, took a deep breath, and still asked, "I'd like to ask, what is the reward, sir?"

Or rather, how much silver?

Hu Li smiled and said, "It's like this, our superiors have a new suggestion and would like to ask your opinion. If you think it's feasible, then let's proceed with it, what do you say?"

A new proposal?

Yuan Shanchuan asked in surprise, "Yes, what is it?"

(End of this chapter)