In the lobby.

Baihu bowed to his superior, "Master, the food and fodder have been transported back and put into the granary."

"Well, have you found out who is blocking our food supply?"

"It's the Third Prince's people."

Xiao Yunze was not surprised at all, "It was indeed him."

He then turned to Qinglong, "Qinglong, have you found out the identity of the person behind Zheng Jianxiong?"

"Master, our people have been keeping watch over Zheng Jianxiong these past few days. I wonder if he's heard the news, but he hasn't left his house, hasn't sent any messages, and hasn't made any movement. We can't figure out his true identity."

Zhuque was impatient. "Master, there has been no progress for so long. If it were me, we should just charge at him and catch him off guard. He will have to surrender even if he doesn't want to."

Xiao Yunze tapped his fingers rhythmically on the armrest of the chair. "Don't worry, wait a little longer. The gang he sent to grab the medicine last time hasn't returned yet. He must be anxious, and sooner or later he'll reveal his true intentions."

Xiao Yunze thought for a while, "Qinglong, go to Huai County in person."

Qinglong bowed, "I obey your orders!"

After staying in Feng County for a few more days, and seeing that everything was progressing steadily and looking very good, Xiao Yunze took Zhuque to the nearby Huai County.

Of course, the main purpose is to find Zheng Jianxiong, who sent people to steal the medicine.

After being left alone for so long, it's time to settle the score with him.

Here, all the goods to be shipped were completed, and Song Tingwan began to busy himself with his own affairs.

Lu Zhou's auction was about to begin, and he had to check with her about many details regarding the items.

She also has the idea of ​​opening a shop to sell some collectibles, calligraphy and paintings, and she can go and check out the market conditions these days.

That night, Song Tingwan packed some midnight snacks and brought them back.

Too lazy to open the front shutter door, she went in through the back door. As soon as she entered the store, she saw Xiao Yunze walking in.

After not seeing each other for many days, Song Tingwan was a little surprised. "You're back in Feng County?"

Xiao Yunze put down the big box in his hand and said, "I just got back today."

Song Tingwan pulled a stool for him to sit on and asked curiously, "What's in this box?"

Xiao Yunze smiled and said, "Open it and take a look."

Song Tingwan looked at him suspiciously, lifted the lock on the box, opened it, and his eyes lit up the moment he saw the things inside, "So many!"

A box full of gold, silver, jade, and various jewelry that I couldn’t name.

The next second, Song Tingwan realized, "You didn't bring much treasure to Fengxian, so where did this huge box of treasures come from?"

Xiao Yunze said seriously, "This is only a part of the property confiscated from a corrupt official in Huai County."

Song Tingwan pursed her lips and lowered her voice, "Is this really okay? Since these are confiscated stolen goods, shouldn't they be confiscated?"

"No problem, he's greedy enough. This is just a rare treasure. If I keep it, I'll have to hand it over to the court. It's better to bring it to Miss Song."

What's the meaning?

It’s better to hand it over to her than to the court. What does that mean?

The current crown prince...although he has been deposed...

But could it be that he is so disappointed with the court?

Song Tingwan couldn't help but recall that period of history. When the War God Prince was fighting against the enemy, Daqing, which was supposed to be his strong backing, cut off his food supply...

Thinking of this, Song Tingwan's sense of guilt instantly disappeared.

Indeed, it is better to give it to her than to the court. At least she can exchange it for money and truly help the people of Daqing!

Xiao Yunze suddenly remembered something, "By the way, Miss Song, is there anything you particularly want?"

Song Tingwan was a little surprised, "What's wrong?"

"It's like this. I'm going to Suizhou City in a few days. It's quite prosperous there. I remembered that the girl once said that things from Daqing are more valuable here, so I thought of bringing some over for her."

Upon hearing this, Song Tingwan's eyes lit up.

Since it is a relatively wealthy place, the culture should also be more developed.

Song Tingwan pondered for a moment, "Are the Four Treasures of the Study expensive over there?"

“Of course there are expensive ones and cheap ones.”

Song Tingwan pressed on: "How cheap can it be?"

"Miss Song, do you like these?"

"That's not the case." Song Tingwan said seriously, "I just want to see how much the cheaper study treasures you have are worth here."

Xiao Yunze laughed, "Okay, then I'll pick a few sets and bring them over."

Song Tingwan's smile deepened. "Okay, no need for expensive ones, cheap ones will do. I'm planning to open a store to sell these. I'll consider you a shareholder, and if I make money, I'll give you dividends!"

"Investment? Dividends? What does that mean?"

"Ah." Song Tingwan reacted and touched upon Xiao Yunze's blind spot in knowledge. "It probably means that I open a store, we can be bosses together, and split the profits together."

Hearing this, Xiao Yunze laughed, "That's not necessary. Money is just something outside of my body to me. Miss Song, just keep it for yourself."

"Tsk! You don't lack money, you can exchange it for what you need!"

In the next few days, Xiao Yunze was probably busy and didn't come again.

Time passed quickly day by day, and today was the day the auction would begin.

Song Tingwan picked out a light green dress, put on some light makeup and went out.

Earlier, Lu Zhou said he would come to pick her up, but she was afraid that it would have a bad impact if she sat at the table with the auction organizer, so she insisted on taking a taxi.

The auction venue was located in the city center, and it took Song Tingwan about an hour to get there by taxi.

"Sister Wanwan——"

When they arrived at the destination, Song Tingwan just got off the car and heard a sound that she never wanted to hear in her life.

Song Tingwan turned around and saw Sun Xinyuan wearing a goose yellow haute couture dress of the season, holding a milky white envelope bag in her hand, and greeting her warmly.

Song Tingwan ignored her and turned away.

It's so fake, I feel like vomiting after watching it...

"Sister Wanwan."

"Sister Wanwan!"

Sun Xinyuan's voice is very sweet, and when her name is called it sounds like she is acting coquettishly.

With so many people around, Song Tingwan couldn't stand it anymore. He turned around and stood still. "What's the matter?"

Sun Xinyuan showed a triumphant smile, walked slowly closer, put her head close to her ear, and said in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "Sister Wanwan——"

"How come after leaving the Song family, I can't even afford a driver?"

"Didn't mom and dad give you pocket money? Huh?"