Chapter 288: The Evil Will Be Punished

The reason why Qi Yanzhou and the National Protection Army returned to the camp after dark was because they threw the bodies of the bandits they had killed into various gullies in the Gobi Desert.

The four National Protection Army soldiers who unfortunately died were also buried.

The sand and dust would soon fill the gullies and bury the bodies.

This was done to prevent the corpses from piling up and causing epidemics.

After the exile team settled in Yanghe Town, the wind and sand had no effect on them.

The Chen family members whose legs were broken would only be a burden if they were kept alive, so Qi Yanzhou asked Wu Chenggang to kill them.

Many members of the National Protection Army were seriously injured.

Ye Chutang was busy until the early morning before he and Qi Yanzhou finished bandaging the injured.

The medicines used are all good medicines from the Imperial Hospital, which can shorten the recovery time.

The next day.

The sandstorm continues.

Although it is obviously much smaller than last night, I still can't go out.

The Qi family lived in the inn.

Near noon, Han Chong arrived at the inn in the dust.

He said in a succinct way: "Chen Weiming came back with wounds all over his body. Two of the people who went out with him also came back. His grandson is very ill. What should we do with him?"

Even adult men can't stand the night in the Gobi Desert with flying sand and rocks, let alone children.

As they couldn't tell the direction and the wind was strong, all the Chen family members were separated.

Chen Weiming regretted his escape in the second half of the night and walked back.

He felt that his direction was correct, but after walking for nearly six or seven hours, he still couldn't return to Yanghe Town.

Later he gave up, but inexplicably came back.

After listening to Han Chong's words, Qi Yanzhou said without any emotion: "Deal with him according to the law."

Han Chong thought so too.

The Chen family brought this upon themselves, they can't blame anyone else.

"Okay, I'll take care of it right away."

After Han Chong left, Qi Yanzhou asked Ye Chutang with some concern.

"I didn't even let the child go. Do you think I'm too cold-blooded?"

He has committed too many sins of murder and is afraid that the cycle of cause and effect will affect his children.

Ye Chutang knew what Qi Yanzhou was worried about.

She smiled and said, "You killed those who should be killed. There's no need to think too much."

Since traveling through time, she has never seen anyone more great and glorious than Qi Yanzhou.

Of course, he is not a "saint", he has a selfish side.

But he never made mistakes on major issues of right and wrong.

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The sandstorm lasted for three days and finally ended.

The long-lost first sun rose from the horizon, casting a golden light.

Sun Chu stood at the door of the inn and stretched.

"The sandstorm has stopped, should we set off?"

He was always on the road before, and he wanted to rest more.

As a result, after lying down for three days, he felt weak all over and was eager to find something to do, even walking.

Ye Chutang looked at Chuyang, who was full of warmth, and said, "Once Nan Xiao has determined the route, we will set off."

Such a severe sandstorm has not occurred in Ulu County for many years.

Three days was enough time for the sand and dust to cover the original road and cause the terrain to deviate slightly.

The gullies were filled and the flat land turned into gullies.

Fortunately, the sun came out and we were able to determine the direction, so it was not difficult to replan the route.

Sun Chu retracted his gaze and looked at Ye Chutang, "How long will it take?"

Qi Yanzhou's voice came from behind him.

"We can set off in an hour."

"One hour? Is that enough?"

"Nan Xiao, there is no need to plan the entire route in one go. We can plan as we go."

Sun Chu nodded in agreement, "That's not wrong."

After saying that, he sighed.

"The sandstorm has been blowing for three consecutive days. I don't know how much water has been buried."

"Don't worry, you won't be thirsty."

After Ye Chutang finished speaking, he left the inn to look after the wounded soldiers of the national army.

By the way, inform them to prepare to depart.

The streets were raised by about a foot due to the sand brought by the sandstorm, and the steps of the shops were submerged.

She was not idle during these three days, and took away everything she could in the town.

The National Protection Army lived scattered throughout the town.

The uninjured ones took care of the injured ones, so they were a little scattered.

Qi Yanzhou, like before, followed Ye Chutang not too far away, keeping alert for any sudden appearance of the remnants of the sand bandits.

Before, after Aji died, some sand bandits noticed something was wrong and ran away.

Later, he led the National Protection Army to clear out the sand bandits in Yanghe Town and found that there were nearly a hundred fewer bandits.

The wind was strong and sandstorms were strong at the time, so we couldn't chase him and could only let him escape.

Ye Chutang walked around the town and felt relieved after making sure that the injured National Defense Army soldiers were not seriously injured.

When they returned to the inn, she said to Qi Yanzhou, "Some of them have serious leg injuries and need to take a cart."

"I have already talked to Han Chong and asked him to prepare two carriages to carry the wounded."

"Just make your arrangements."

As soon as Ye Chutang finished speaking, Nan Xiao came with the planned map.

He handed the map to Qi Yanzhou.

"Master, this is today's itinerary. I have chosen a place to stay for the night based on the terrain."

After Qi Yanzhou confirmed that there was no problem with the route, he said to Nan Xiao: "You lead the people forward first. After reaching the camp, continue to explore tomorrow's route. This way, we don't have to waste an hour like we did today."

"Yes, Master."

After Nan Xiao left, Qi Yanzhou handed the re-planned map to Han Chong and continued to head north with the exile team, which was now half gone.

There are only eight people left in the Chen family now, and they all look numb.

In comparison, the three members of the Ye family are in much better condition.

After walking for about half an hour, Han Chong suddenly saw a familiar piece of clothing half buried in the sand.

The clothes belonged to the Chen family who had escaped.

From this we can see that those members of the Chen family who were separated are in great danger.

"God will punish the wicked."

After Han Chong said this sarcastically, he withdrew his gaze and continued walking forward.

The exile team walked for five days and almost finished drinking the stored water before they saw large areas of bushes.

It is not yellow and withered, but green.

They finally arrived at the first oasis in Ulu County.

Dari State.

Ye Chutang couldn't remember how long it had been since he had seen such a large area of ​​green.

The oasis in front of her gave her a strong visual impact.

Wu Chenggang looked at the huge lake below the hillside and reminded again: "Dari Lake is of great significance to the local people. Everyone must not use it without permission."

Han Chong asked: "What would happen if I used it?"

"They will be taken away and burned at the stake."

When Ye Siyin heard this, a faint light flashed across her lowered eyes.

The exile team quickly went down the hillside.

The water of Dari Lake is clear and transparent, and you can see swaying water plants and fish swimming freely.

The water ripples, casting flickering shadows of light at the bottom of the lake.

Dali State is right on the edge of Dali Lake.

When the exile team arrived at the city gate, the people looked at them with vigilance.

As if they were invaders.

This was not Wu Chenggang's first time here, and he was already used to the looks from the people.

He showed the exile document to the soldiers at the city gate.

The officers and soldiers led the exile team to the government office.

There were too many deaths in the Chen family, and the reasons needed to be explained one by one and the names on the roster needed to be crossed out.

Wu Chenggang stayed in the government office for nearly an hour before the prefect's official seal fell on the document.

The prefect put away the official seal and looked at Wu Chenggang with a cold expression.

"The post station has been packed up. Sir Wu, please rest for a night and leave tomorrow."

Wu Chenggang didn't plan to stay in Dali Prefecture for long.

Faced with Shi Zhizhou's order to expel him, he readily agreed.

"Don't worry, Lord Shi. I will definitely keep an eye on my people and not cause any trouble for you."

The Dari people are a minority group, barbaric and uncivilized, and believe in witchcraft.

The people here are very xenophobic and there are many taboos.

The sooner you leave, the better.

This was not the first time that Shi Zhizhou had dealt with Wu Chenggang, and he was very satisfied with his ability to understand the current situation.

"The wine and meat are ready. Sir Wu, please go to the post station to enjoy them. I will not see you off."

"Thank you, Master Shi."

Wu Chenggang led the exile team to the post station.

The post station in Dalizhou is not big, and it is quite crowded with a hundred people living there.

Now that Ye Chutang no longer had to hide the fact that she was pregnant, she no longer had to occupy a room alone with Qi Yanzhou.

There are more than ten people in the Qi family living together.

Aunt Gao and Qi Yun'an, who had separated from the family, also lived together.

The mother and son had long since spent all their savings and regretted dividing the family property.

But the Qi family treated them as outsiders, so they didn't have the face to approach them.

Now that there is an opportunity to ease relations, the two will naturally not let it go.

Qi Yun'an immediately poured Mr. Qi a cup of herbal tea.

"Dad, please have some tea."

How could the old man not know what Qi Yun'an was thinking, and he refused coldly.

"You called the wrong person. I am no longer your father."

Qi Yun'an's face turned pale and he quickly knelt down.

"Dad, I know I was wrong. I will definitely respect you well in the future."

Hearing this, Mr. Qi chuckled.

"Now that you've run out of money and don't want to live a hard life, you think of me as your father?"

Qi Yun'an's face turned pale, not knowing how to respond.

Aunt Gao hurried forward to smooth things over.

"Master, the division of the family is my idea. It has nothing to do with An'er. He is your son after all. Please give him a chance to honor you."

She originally thought that the Qi family would soon be eliminated by the emperor, but she didn't expect that it would be the emperor who would be eliminated by the Qi family!

If Qi Yanzhou became the emperor, her son would be the prince!

Thinking of this, Aunt Gao's eyes immediately filled with tears, and she looked at Mr. Qi pitifully.

"master……"

As soon as she opened her mouth, she was interrupted by the old man.

"Gao Shuyun, you and your son have brought this upon yourselves. There's no point pretending to be pitiful."

She was afraid that they would spend her money, so she resolutely divided the family.

Now that you are penniless, you want to come back and get free food and drinks. How can that be possible?

Aunt Gao had long guessed that she would be humiliated and did not find it embarrassing at all.

"Master, it's my fault, but An'er is innocent."

"Even if you tell this to a fool, he won't believe it."

Although Qi Yun'an was born out of wedlock, he had always been arrogant because Old Master Qi had previously favored Concubine Gao.

Seeing himself and his mother being humiliated again and again, he instantly became angry.

But before he could even react, Aunt Gao spoke first.

"Master is right. I am too selfish. You are right to be angry. I am not qualified to ask for your forgiveness. But An'er is your closest blood relative. Please give him a chance to honor you."

Hearing this, Qi Yun'an immediately apologized.

"Dad, I was ignorant before and hurt your feelings. Please punish me."

After saying that, he knelt in front of Mr. Qi.

Old Master Qi knew that Qi Yun'an was not truly repentant, but was just seeking profit and avoiding harm and bowing to reality.

He looked at Qi Jingyao who was silently packing the bedding.

"An'er, if you want to get something, you have to give first."

Qi Yun'an understood the old man's hint, and his hand holding the water cup was shaking a little.

Asking him to serve others like a slave, he can't do it!

"Dad, I'm a man!"

Ye Chutang looked at Qi Yun'an, who didn't want to suffer but wanted benefits, and chuckled.

"As a man, you have no talent, can't endure hardship, and don't want to make sacrifices. How can you have the nerve to eat for free?"

Qi Yanzhou also echoed.

"Be a man and be brave enough to take responsibility for your actions. The grass you turn back to is not so easy to eat!"

Qi Yun'an was so embarrassed by the ridicule.

He immediately stood up, put the teacup on the table, and turned to the corner.

Aunt Gao didn't expect that Mr. Qi was so cruel that he was reluctant to even give a meal to his own son.

She was unhappy in her heart, but she said flattering words.

"Master, An'er is sensible now. You will see his changes."

For a better life in the future, no matter how humiliated they are, they have to endure it!

After saying this, Aunt Gao went to Qi Yun'an and comforted him.

Ye Chutang ignored the mother and son and said to Qi Yanzhou, "Azhou, go ask the postmaster if you can buy some water for bathing."

Water is scarce these days and the locals don’t even have enough.

It is naturally impossible to ask them to give it for free, so it depends on whether they can buy some water.

Qi Yanzhou nodded and said, "I'll go down and ask."

As soon as he opened the door and went out, the postman came and asked everyone to go downstairs to eat.

The food is average, but sufficient.

Wu Chenggang was worried that the Qi family would be angry, so he quickly explained: "Dali Prefecture is different from other prefectures. They don't indulge in pleasure and believe that just eating enough is enough. You can go out for a walk after eating and come back before dark."

The implication is that if one feels that the meals arranged by the government office are not to one's taste, one can go out and spend money to buy additional meals.

Qi Yanzhou said, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Let's eat."

Although the food was not to his taste, he was not picky and could eat it.

Ye Chutang was not used to Dalizhou's food and put down his chopsticks after only a few bites.

Aunt Xu said, "When you go out to buy food later, buy some more vegetables so we can cook for ourselves in the evening."

Madam Qi thought so too.

"Okay, this Darizhou is quite unique, let's go and have a look."

Although the people here are very xenophobic, they also have to survive, and trade is going pretty well.

But there are many taboos here, especially at night.

After dark, few people go out.

After dinner, Qi Yanzhou went to the postmaster to ask about buying water.

The postmaster did not agree.

All the water in Dali State comes from Dali Lake.

The people here call the lake water holy water and use it with great care.

Even during the flood season, only daily water use is guaranteed.

They are very particular about bathing.

When the weather is hot, take a bath once on the first day of every month.

When the weather is cool, people bathe on the first day of every two months, except New Year’s Eve.

In their view, only by cherishing the holy water can one gain the favor of the witch god.

Qi Yanzhou thought that when in Rome, he should adapt to the local customs, so he didn't force it.

Afterwards, he and Ye Chutang went to the street, purchasing the necessary daily necessities while strolling around and eating.

Ye Chutang quite likes the exotic decoration style of Dalizhou.

She bought a lot of gadgets and accessories, and also bought two sets of local clothing.

It’s just that the special snacks are not quite to her taste.

When the two were walking back after buying things, they suddenly heard a shrill scream coming from the house next to them.

Judging from the voice, it's a young woman.