Tang Huan only thought about the mercenary issue; in any case, it was impossible to hand it over to the Empress anytime soon.

However, he wouldn't be so resistant if needed in the future.

"Hurry up and check if there's anything else valuable inside the house. Search it thoroughly!"

Tang Huan called out to Li Daikui and Qin Yu, and then took the lead himself.

While touring the house, the group also searched through all the valuables that Jia Yu had hidden inside.

Some valuable paintings and calligraphy, jewelry, and several chests filled with silver.

These things alone far exceed the original value of the house.

According to Tang Huan's rough estimate, all these items together would probably cost close to ten thousand taels of silver.

He couldn't help but chuckle. "This is great! We've exchanged just a few hundred taels for nearly ten thousand taels. This is a great deal, even more profitable than our business in Qihuai County."

Li Daikui was beaming with joy. Holding two jade bracelets in his hand, he suggested, "Sir, how about we go and get a few more houses?"

If one person earns this much, having a few more would be truly a fortune.

Li Daikui retained the mindset he had when he was a bandit, and over the years, following Tang Huan, he became even more unscrupulous, showing no fear or unease whatsoever.

The master and servant were practically laughing themselves silly.

"I think you should calm down first."

Qin Yu timely poured cold water on the situation.

"Why be calm? We should strike while the iron is hot. Do you think I, Li Daikui, am afraid of them?"

Qin Yu rolled her eyes at Li Daikui, "You're just a lowly yamen runner in Qihuai County. How long do you think you can survive acting like this in the capital?"

That's true.

Li Daikui moved closer to Tang Huan, "Sir, what do you think..."

He was still somewhat reluctant to give up.

This is an extremely profitable business, and there are far too many wealthy people in the capital.

Without giving Tang Huan much time to think, Qin Yu reminded him, "Jia Yu isn't the key. He doesn't have any important identity outside the family. You should think carefully about how he acquired so much valuable wealth."

Seeing that the two did not respond, Qin Yu directly reminded them: "I think it is very likely true that he said he works for the Minister of Personnel."

"Who is the Minister of Personnel?" Tang Huan asked Li Daikui.

Li Daikui waved his hands repeatedly, "Sir, you are putting me in a difficult position. I do know the name of Wang Lao Er, the butcher at the entrance of our government office, but I really don't know the name of the Minister of Personnel."

"Reading," Qin Yu gave an answer.

Tang Huan nodded slightly, a hint of appreciation in her eyes, and said in surprise, "You actually knew that?"

Qin Yu scoffed, "Do you think I'm some country bumpkin hiding in Qihuai County like you? If you ask me, you really can't be so narrow-minded and ignorant."

After living in Qihuai County for almost half a month, Qin Yu realized that the people there, from top to bottom, knew very little about the outside world, including even Tang Huan, the county magistrate.

At first glance, it might make Qin Yu think that he has arrived in a secluded place.

“That thunder…”

“Reading,” Qin Yu added quietly.

Tang Huan felt no embarrassment at all and continued, "So what kind of person is Reading?"

"I don't know much about the capital. I've only been here a few times before. I've heard that Reading is a man with an extremely fiery temper. He's usually serious and easily angered, and he's prone to anger. There are rumors that he has had many arguments with other ministers in the Golden Palace."

This made Tang Huan fall into deep thought.

The fact that this Minister of Personnel could do such a thing in front of the emperor shows that he was truly irritable, and it may also prove that he held a high position in Daqing.

"If Jia Yu is indeed working for this Minister of Personnel, this matter will probably not end easily..."

Tang Huan murmured to herself.

So you knew that?

Qin Yu felt somewhat helpless; wasn't this obvious?

Even without the valuables in the house, the Minister of Personnel would not let the matter of forcibly seizing the house go unpunished.

Perhaps the other party wouldn't offend Tang Huan, who was ordered to enter the capital, for the sake of a dog, but what if Jia Yu had important information about that person?

“If it were anyone else, they might turn a blind eye, but if it’s Redding, things will become more complicated,” Qin Yu expressed his concern.

She was the one among the three who least wanted things to escalate, because her identity was something she couldn't let slip.

Although not many people in the capital knew him, even fewer had seen him in person.

But since entering the city, she has seen wanted posters on the wall several times, with her portrait and a description of her identity.

"you're right."

Tang Huan seemed to have been persuaded by Qin Yu.

"I suggest that we take the initiative to show goodwill to that minister and not make a big fuss about it."

Tang Huan shook her head, looking at Qin Yu with some disappointment, "Do you think your master is such a coward? Besides, we've already beaten people and taken the house, so why would he take the initiative to bow his head and admit his mistake?"

“That’s right!” Li Daikui agreed.

"But they'll definitely retaliate!"

"Let them retaliate then." Tang Huan said nonchalantly, "If they dare to retaliate, let Li Daikui beat them to a pulp. One by one, ten by ten, a hundred by a hundred..."

Li Daikui quickly grasped Tang Huan's outstretched finger, "Sir, we can barely handle ten, but we'll have to run if we have to fight a hundred."

"Run? Can we run? It would be so embarrassing to run away."

Li Daikui said with a wry smile, "Isn't this because I'm worried about your safety, sir? You are of noble status, how can I stoop to their level? Your safety must be ensured first."

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