Chapter 949 Martial Law

Zhao Jingya poured Lin Yuesha a cup of tea and gestured for her to sit down.

The city has been in turmoil these past two days, with the Wei family making all sorts of trouble. They claim to be arresting notorious bandits, but in reality, they are trying to eliminate Qi Heng's men.

"I heard that your young lady married General Qi."

Mentioning Lin Yuesha brought a smile to Zhao Jingya's face. She had been deeply saddened by her cousin's death and it was thanks to Lin Yuesha's comfort and guidance that she was able to recover.

The two, though not close friends, had a deep and intimate relationship. They weren't exactly best friends, but they were rare confidants.

"You are well-informed."

Lin Yuesha did some quick calculations and realized that she had been married to Qi Heng for some time. When the news reached Zhao Jingya's ears, she was not surprised.

"Speak, your young lady didn't come out, so she might have had some concerns about sending you. Is there anything I can help you with?"

Zhao Jingya didn't mince words; she knew Lin Yuesha wouldn't be looking for her to do some kind of pearl business.

Zhao Jingya bought a down jacket from Lin Yuesha at a high price. It was perfect for keeping warm in the winter, as it was lightweight and warm enough.

Such a business genius would probably look down on the small business she runs.

"You're right, Miss sent me here because she has a difficult matter to discuss."

Lin Yuesha sighed, about to explain, when Zhao Jingya interrupted her, saying bluntly, "Is it related to the actions of the Wei family in the city these past two days?"

It is said that one of the man and woman was a runaway slave from the Prince of Zhenbei's mansion, who was beaten half to death after being captured.

The people who escaped later vanished as if they had disappeared into thin air.

Therefore, the Wei family, together with the city's garrison, went to search the fishing village and discovered two suspicious individuals.

However, the two suspicious individuals were unharmed, suggesting they were not the people the Wei family was looking for.

When Lin Yuesha sent someone to find her, Zhao Jingya knew perfectly well that it was probably for medicine for her injuries.

The Wei family's bizarre actions continue. All the pharmacies in the city are under guard. The man and woman are seriously injured and will likely need medical attention, otherwise their chances of survival are slim.

"Since you're being direct, then I won't beat around the bush. My young lady does indeed need medicine to save her life."

Talking to smart people saves energy, Lin Yuesha made a request; actually, she also wanted a doctor.

"I can figure out a way to get medicine for the wounds, but a doctor..."

Zhao Jingya frowned. There was a doctor in the garrison's mansion who was good at treating external injuries, but unfortunately, the Prince of Zhenbei had borrowed him.

After the Prince of Zhenbei abused the girls, he would find a doctor to treat them according to the severity of the abuse.

If the doctor were forcibly taken back, it would inevitably alarm the Prince of Zhenbei, and Zhao Jingya had inquired and found that the Prince of Zhenbei had not yet made arrangements for his return journey.

"Just asking, has General Qi arrived in Yingcheng?"

Zhao Jingya's heart was in her throat, but when she saw Lin Yuesha slowly nod, a feeling of joy welled up inside her.

Qi Heng should conquer the North as soon as possible, execute the evil Zhenbei King on the spot, and tear him apart with five horses; that would be revenge for Yan'er.

"I know you urgently need medicine for your injuries. I'll go back to the manor right away to prepare it for you, and then have my trusted aide deliver it to you."

Time was of the essence. After seeing Lin Yuesha off, Zhao Jingya had a carriage prepared. Before she could even leave the courtyard, she ran into her husband, Wu Shan.

“Madam, I went to several shops to look for you, but I couldn’t find you. It turns out you came to the villa.”

Wu Shan was covered in sweat. He had been leading the search and arrest operation and had just managed to find some time when he heard that Yan'er was missing. He was worried that Zhao Jingya would get stuck on this.

"What do you want with me?"

Zhao Jingya's tone was inevitably agitated, and she turned her head away, ignoring everyone.

“Yan’er is gone. I know you’re heartbroken, but…”

Wu Shan held Zhao Jingya's hand, closed the door tightly, and the couple talked quietly.

The situation in Yingcheng is currently complicated. Although my father is a garrison commander, he has no choice but to temporarily seek refuge with the Wei family.

They lacked the power of the Prince of Zhenbei and had no choice but to act subserviently.

If a single goose's rebellion arouses suspicion, the Wei family and the Prince of Zhenbei will be even less likely to let the Wu family off the hook.

“My lady, I will definitely avenge Yan’er, but for the sake of the bigger picture, let’s be patient for now. You must trust your husband.”

Wu Shan kept assuring her, and Zhao Jingya nodded. She had been very sad before, but now she didn't have time to wallow in sorrow.

Zhao Jingya knew that her father-in-law had once received favors from the Qi family. Her family's hearts were with the Qi family, but they were forced to rely on the Wei family due to circumstances.

The Wu family will do their utmost whenever the opportunity arises.

To protect Lin Yuesha, Zhao Jingya said nothing and returned to her residence to retrieve medicine for her injuries.

When she returned to the manor, she found that the garrison had been surrounded and guarded by the Wei family.

What are you doing?

Zhao Jingya panicked. If she went inside and then came out, she would definitely be searched.

"Don't you know what we're doing? It's been two days. We need to find them alive or dead. The garrison commander has guaranteed that if we don't catch them soon, they'll be treated as accomplices."

The guards, looking fierce and menacing, demanded that Wu Shan enter the mansion and not leave even a step.

Before Qi Heng's men found them, they were all suspects.

"What does your inability to arrest people have to do with the garrison command?"

Zhao Jingya was furious. This was utter nonsense and made no sense at all.

"Madam, you should leave immediately."

Wu Shan shoved Zhao Jingya, making her stumble, and then steeled himself not to look at her.

"My husband, you..."

Zhao Jingya's eyes reddened. The couple had a tacit understanding, and Wu Shan's actions made her understand his feelings.

With the situation unclear, Wu Shan feared that she might be implicated.

In the past, Zhao Jingya would definitely have chosen to be with Wu Shan, but not now. She had important matters to attend to, and Lin Yuesha was waiting for her to bring her medicine.

The maid who delivered the message didn't understand the situation clearly. There was no doctor, and if there was no medicine for the wound, the situation would be extremely dangerous.

"Please come into the mansion, Madam Wu."

Several guards, with sinister smiles, gestured for them to proceed.

"On what grounds?"

Zhao Jingya stomped her foot, exchanged a glance with Wu Shan, and said angrily, "Husbands and wives are like birds in the same forest; when disaster strikes, they fly away separately. Can't I go back to my parents' home?"

Who says a woman can't return to her parents' home? Knowing that the garrison was under martial law, she still went there willingly. Isn't that crazy?

The guard chuckled twice after hearing this, and did not stop them further.

Zhao Jingya turned around and went back to the carriage, feeling annoyed.

She remembered there was a small package in the backyard of the shop. She had applied ointment to her hand after it was cut by a clam shell. It could stop the bleeding and reduce inflammation, but she didn't have many left.

Unable to get out of the garrison headquarters, Zhao Jingya had to think of another way.

She went to the shop, then returned to the fishing village with her package.

She observed along the way that no one was following her, perhaps because she was just a woman and no one cared.

Zhao Jingya gave Lin Yuesha, who was waiting, some medicine for her injuries and said apologetically, "This is all I have, but these are top-quality medicines and should be of some use. I'll think of something else for the rest."

With no hope left with her husband's family, Zhao Jingya decided to go back to her parents' home to gather information.