Jing Zhe naturally paid for it; one should have that much common sense.

Wearing the earrings and hairpins given to her by Jing Zhe, Liu Jinghong was in an unusually good mood. She was just like any other girl, humming an unknown tune and even skipping around in deserted alleyways.

Jing Zhe couldn't help but sigh, even the iron-willed General Jinghong had such a tender, girlish side.

However, only he can see this side of himself.

Thinking about this makes me feel quite good.

Before long, the two arrived at Zhang's Winery.

The production of spirits was on track. Jing Zhe had not interfered, but under Zhang Xuexian's management, the distillery was operating smoothly.

Whether it was the royal business with Emperor An or the liquor sold to other major hotels and brothels, everything was well planned by Zhang Xuexian. Looking at the shopkeepers of various stores coming to buy liquor outside the distillery, Jing Zhe thought to himself, Zhang's distillery must already be the number one distillery in Jingzhou... no, Anguo, right?

Zhang Xuexian is not here at this time.

Jing Zhe then led Liu Jinghong to the Zhang family, to visit Madam Zhang and Zhang Xiaoyu.

Knock on the door and go in; Zhang Xuexian was in the courtyard.

Upon seeing Jing Zhe, he excitedly opened his mouth, but then he saw Liu Jinghong behind him, who looked like a fairy, and his words caught in his throat.

“Nephew Jing…”

"Uncle, I went to the winery to look for you, but you weren't there, so I came to the house to look for you!"

Zhang Xuexian nodded. "Hey, these past few days, all the shopkeepers who used to refuse to buy our turbid liquor have come over to try and build a relationship with me to buy strong liquor. I've been so busy that I had to rush home."

"Oh? How did Uncle handle it?"

Because of Su Xinping's deception, Zhang Xuexian brewed so much extra turbid wine, but he couldn't sell a single jar, and his old customers all refused to help him.

Now that Zhang's Distillery has been revived, its old customers are shamelessly coming back to visit and beg to buy more spirits.

"Of course not, otherwise why would they be hiding here?"

Jing Zhe nodded, expressing his strong agreement.

"My dear nephew is back?"

Madam Zhang and Zhang Xiaoyu also heard the commotion and excitedly ran out, but when they saw Liu Jinghong behind Jing Zhe, their expressions were the same as Zhang Xuexian's—they froze in place.

After a moment, Madam Zhang asked, "And who is this young lady?"

"I'm his older sister!"

Before Jing Zhe could speak, Liu Jinghong spoke first.

Then he smiled and said, "I heard from Zhe'er that when he first came to Jingzhou, he stayed at the Zhang family's house and was well taken care of by Madam Zhang. Today, I would like to thank everyone on Zhe'er's behalf!"

As he spoke, he bowed slightly.

elder sister…

After listening, Madam Zhang glanced at Zhang Xiaoyu, thinking to herself that when Zhu Sheren came last time, he also said she was his sister, and his polite words were exactly the same as hers…

Indeed, Liu Jinghong had heard it from Zhu Xinning, who also mentioned that Zhang Xiaoyu and Jing Zhe's relationship seemed "too intimate," which is why Liu Jinghong insisted on coming over to see for herself.

Just now, those polite words were indeed like Zhu Xinning's; in essence, they were a declaration of sovereignty.

He's my brother, so if you take care of him, you're taking care of him on my behalf!

Zhang Xiaoyu felt bitter inside: Why is it that every time she sees him, there is such a beautiful woman by his side?

The first time I met her in the fake "Qingyun Temple" was that cold and beautiful fairy, a couple of days ago it was the aloof Zhu Sheren, and today, how come there is another fairy who is so beautiful that she looks like she stepped out of a painting?

Also... Zhang Xiaoyu actually believed Zhu Xinning when she said she was his sister, but now that another one has suddenly appeared, she has started to have doubts.

"You...are also Young Master Jing's sister?"

Liu Jinghong knew who she meant by "also," and nodded, saying, "Yes, I am his fifth sister, and Zhu Xinning is his second sister!"

Second sister... Fifth sister...

Zhang Xiaoyu was stunned. Did that mean he had three older sisters?

Seeing that Zhang Xiaoyu was a little skeptical, Jing Zhe said from the side, "This is indeed my fifth sister, Liu Jinghong."

"Liu Jinghong..."

Upon hearing the name, Zhang Xuexian paused for a moment.

Having been in business for so many years, Zhang Xuexian was quite knowledgeable and experienced. In no time, he suddenly realized what was happening and asked in disbelief.

"General Jinghong...?"

It seems that Liu Jinghong, with such a powerful and well-known name, should not have any duplicates.

But Zhang Xuexian just couldn't connect the iron-clad cavalry general who fought bloody battles with the beautiful woman in front of him, which is why he was puzzled.

"It's me."

Liu Jinghong said calmly.

"..."

Zhang Xuexian was initially shocked, then bewildered, and finally came to terms with it.

When Jing Wenmao was an official in Jingzhou, he had indeed heard that the Jing family had adopted several goddaughters. It seems that these are the ones!

But thinking about it, it's understandable. Minister Jing has such great talent, and his son and daughter have such achievements. What does that amount to?

Zhang Xiaoyu's gaze towards Liu Jinghong also began to show admiration.

Liu Jinghong asked, "Miss Zhang, do you have a childhood name?"

"Your nickname?"

Zhang Xiaoyu was taken aback, seemingly not expecting Liu Jinghong to ask this, but still replied, "Yes."

"Is that the owner of the garden?"

"..."

Jing Zhe was puzzled when Liu Jinghong asked such a strange question, but his face immediately darkened when he heard the words "Garden Owner".

He finally understood why she had come here!

So it turns out they were investigating the "owner" of the garden!

"No, my nickname is Xiaoxiao."

Zhang Xiaoyu shook her head and said.

"Huh? It really isn't you?"

Liu Jinghong was still a little skeptical.

"..."

Jing Zhe couldn't stand it any longer, so he grabbed Liu Jinghong's hand and started walking out: "Alright, alright, it's time to go back and practice!"

Where is the wine jar?

"I won't take it. I'll have Hanhan come and get it later!"

"..."

"Why didn't you let him come over when you were at home? He made a wasted trip."

Liu Jinghong was being pulled along by Jing Zhe, and she was quite unhappy about it.

Upon reaching the entrance, he didn't forget to ask again, "Miss Zhang, have you ever heard of a woman called the Garden Owner?"

"..."

...

Back home, he practiced his lightness skill for half a day before finally managing to make it to noon. Jing Zhe was practically melting.

After finishing his meal, Liu Jinghong looked at the sky outside, stood up, and said, "I should go check on the camp! You stay home this afternoon and practice your lightness skill! If you get tired..."

"Then I'll make it your weapon!"

"..."

Jing Zhe nodded, "That's necessary."

You seem very happy?

Where?

Jing Zhe shook his head, looking sad, and said, "Actually, the thought of not being able to see Fifth Sister for the whole afternoon makes Zhe'er very sad, and I really can't bear to part with her!"

"Really? Why do I feel like you're smiling!"

"No!"

Jing Zhe said righteously, "He was clearly very sad..."

"Since Zhe'er is sad, should I not go out?"

"Um, Fifth Sister, I think you were a bit hasty. I don't think I'm sad anymore..."

"..."

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