Chapter 70 The Official's Calculation
While preparing the medicinal food, Cheng Weiyao's eyes would occasionally fall on Wen Liyu's ankle. A little bit of it could be vaguely seen through the torn hem of her skirt, and it was most likely that she had a fracture.
Considering Wen Liyu's injury, the fish originally intended for grilling was made into a milky white fish soup, which was further enriched by the aroma of the stewed red dates and yams. Fish soup is rich in protein, making it a good nutritional supplement for patients with early fractures and joint swelling.
The officials were naturally tempted by the alluring aroma, but since they had just caused trouble for the Prince Qingping's Mansion, it was obviously impossible to expect Cheng Weiyao to come over and offer a gift on their own initiative.
"Don't even look at it. Even if Wen Liyu hadn't had this incident, that woman wouldn't have been filial to us."
Chen Er sat by the campfire, slowly flipping his pancakes. The dry pancakes would be crispier if baked. Although his cooking skills were not as good as that woman Cheng Weiyao, at least he was self-sufficient.
Upon hearing this, the officers all gave up their thoughts. Some of the more timid ones began to worry about Wen Liyu's situation: "What about the matter of Princess Mingcheng? It seems that she is injured, and the injury is serious..."
After all, the main reason for raising this question was that I was frightened by Wen Liyu's words that Wen Chengyun should be recalled to Beijing.
"What should we do? She fell and hurt herself, what does it have to do with us? And her foot is injured, it would be a burden to carry her on the road. In this desolate mountain area, is it possible to find a doctor for her?"
Chen Er smiled and raised his eyebrows. His words were full of the unified voice of the officers present on time, and they kept silent about Wen Liyu's injury.
"You're right. Even if we die, it has nothing to do with us. How can Prince Qingping really take on the crowd alone? If Wen Liyu's foot injury is really serious, it's best to leave her in the wild to fend for herself. She won't have to cooperate with that stinky woman Cheng Weiyao all day and annoy everyone!"
Li Kui and Chen Er were birds of a feather, and they immediately agreed. As the saying goes, the law doesn't punish everyone. No matter how powerful Wen Chengyun was, he couldn't possibly offend the entire police force. Besides, the man's shoulder hadn't fully recovered yet...
The medicinal food has been stewed, and Cheng Weiyao is a little worried when she sees Wen Liyu's ankles, which have obviously become as fat as small white radishes. They are so swollen before she even lifts up her trouser legs. Who knows how serious it is behind her back.
"Let me take a look. I'm not a doctor out here in the wilderness, but I can do better than nothing."
Wen Liyu bit her lower lip and nodded hesitantly.
Then she shook the cloth of the bag to block the sight of outsiders. After all, she was an unmarried woman, and the officials were watching her closely.
Neither the feet nor the calves should be exposed easily to avoid tarnishing one's innocence.
Before Cheng Weiyao could make any further moves, Chen Er's snarky voice rang out from afar: "What are you doing? Didn't you say it was okay? The exile team doesn't need any disabled people. According to the regulations, those with leg injuries can stay where they are or be confiscated in the next county..."
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone in the Prince Qingping's Mansion turned pale, especially Wen Liyu, who had never thought of being separated from her family, and her eyes immediately turned red.
At this time, Wang Gang had had enough of Wen Chengyun and was contentedly leading a group of men back. The strange looks of the people in the official team naturally caught his attention.
After hearing Chen Er's words and glancing in the direction of Prince Qingping's Mansion, Wang Gang immediately guessed that Wen Liyu's abnormal behavior was probably related to this group of bastards. He subconsciously glanced at Wen Chengyun beside him, who seemed to be in a stable mood.
"Everyone, please disperse. We still have to travel in the afternoon. Everyone, have a good rest."
Wang Gang clenched his fist and coughed lightly, pretending that nothing had happened and trying to smooth things over. He turned his back and gave his brothers a warning look.
Naturally, he was not on good terms with the Prince Qingping's Palace, but that did not mean he would tolerate his subordinates causing trouble without warning.
"Ayu is injured?"
Wen Chengming took the bowl and chopsticks handed to him by Cheng Weiyao, and glanced at Wen Liyu's condition. His long eyebrows were slightly frowned, and a hint of murderous intent appeared in the bottom of his calm eyes, but he quickly suppressed it.
The overall situation is more important. He will keep these humiliations in mind and will repay them one by one sooner or later.
"Well, it's most likely a fracture. With me by your side, it shouldn't affect the afternoon's journey. But it can't be delayed for too long. I still have to find a chance to check on Ah Yu's injury..."
Cheng Weiyao's voice was obviously much lower. She didn't know that there were such rules on the road of exile. It was obvious that these officials didn't care about life or death and would abandon them if they were injured.
The problem now is that Wen Liyu was very concerned about her reputation before, but now that she is injured, it is difficult for her to blame the officials. The officials are just waiting to see Wen Liyu fall behind so that they can use an excuse to abandon her in a barren land.
After the officials finished their meal, they announced the end of their rest and the exile team continued to march. Because Chen Er and Li Kui's attention was always locked on Wen Liyu, Cheng Weiyao couldn't find any opportunity even if she wanted to. Instead, she heard a lot of sarcasm from the two.
"Delicate women are always troublesome. In our hometown, women would be able to go out to work the next day after giving birth. It's just a sprained ankle. She's just pretending..."
"What's the use of a body worth thousands of gold? It's bound to get hurt, and in the end, it'll just disintegrate into dust. If you can't hold on, don't try to hold on. Why are you being a burden to the Prince Qingping's Mansion..."
Wen Liyu had a strong sense of self-esteem and was also a bit competitive. After being greeted in such a sarcastic tone along the way, she naturally became angry and her cheeks turned red.
Although Chen Er and Li Kui's words were unpleasant to the ear, it was a fact that she was injured and it was also a fact that she had dragged down the Qingping Palace. This was what made her most sad.
"Don't look so sad and make them laugh at you. You don't have to take everything I say to heart. It's impossible for a dog to spit out ivory. Wait until these mad dogs are asleep at night, and I'll find a chance to show you..."
Cheng Weiyao noticed that Wen Liyu looked a little lonely and hurried to comfort her softly. She was not afraid of other people's gossip, but she was afraid that the person involved would take it to heart.
This straightforward metaphor made Wen Liyu feel much better. She pursed her lips and slightly raised the corners of her mouth, and her favorability towards Cheng Weiyao increased even more.
The sky gradually darkened, and the exile team successfully arrived at their resting place. The officials entered the lobby of the Exile Inn and occupied the best seats. Cheng Weiyao was already sweating all over. After all, in addition to her normal journey, she also had to take care of Wen Liyu, which consumed a lot of physical energy.
"Thank you, sister-in-law..."
Wen Liyu looked at the sweat-soaked hair on Cheng Weiyao's temples, and thought about how she had targeted Cheng Weiyao in the beginning, and felt even more guilty.
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