Chapter 86: Diverting the trouble
"Really?! Thank you, sister-in-law!"
Wen Chengming took the book from Cheng Weiyao, his bright eyes curved into crescents. He hadn't expected that his careless words would make his sister-in-law think about it for a long time...
The Imperial Noble Consort and Wen Liyu were naturally delighted to see Wen Chengming smiling, especially the medicine Cheng Weiyao had brought back. They had been worried about Wen Chengming's injury, so this was truly timely relief...
"Don't be polite, we're all family. Cheng Ming can share the books he doesn't need with his friends first. Just don't damage them..."
Cheng Weiyao noticed the envious looks of the other children in the exile team. Most of the children had reached the age of enlightenment, and ancient education had always instilled the theory that everything was inferior except for studying.
It would be fine if everyone had no education because of exile, but Wen Chengming was the only one who had it, so it was hard to guarantee that some children would not be jealous.
As soon as Cheng Weiyao said this, Wen Chengming excitedly took his books and started playing with the children. There were many older brothers and sisters among them who could teach him some new words, which was quite a learning experience.
The other members of the exile team cast grateful glances. The first priority in exile was survival. Everyone was concerned with keeping well fed and warm. Furthermore, the displaced environment was not ideal for studying, so over time, they naturally neglected their children's education...
"Mother, this is Chengming's medicine. Please urge him to take it with water about half an hour after meals every day. Since it's inconvenient to light an open fire at home, I can only resort to this last resort..."
Cheng Wei Yao withdrew her gaze and took out the QQ Farm medicine from her sleeve pocket. She flipped her palm and a palm-sized white porcelain bottle appeared in her palm.
Although Wen Liyu was also there, Wen Chengming obviously spent more time with the Imperial Concubine. Judging from his engrossed attitude, he would probably hold the book tightly for the next few days. The Imperial Concubine had a gentle temper, so she should be more suitable to persuade him to take medicine.
"Okay, Cheng Ming, don't rush to review your lessons yet, come and take your medicine first..."
The Imperial Concubine waved at Wen Chengming, and became more and more satisfied with Cheng Weiyao.
After Wen Liyu's initial joy, she felt a little doubtful as she looked at the white porcelain bottle.
The medicine her mother poured out of the white porcelain bottle was also in pill form, but it looked different from ordinary pills. Its red and white colors were very bright. Furthermore, the porcelain bottle was empty, without any label. Could it be that Cheng Weiyao had consulted some barefoot doctor to prescribe this medicine?
"Don't worry, it's definitely a good medicine. It cost me a lot of money..."
Cheng Weiyao saw what Wen Liyu was thinking at a glance, and immediately issued a letter of guarantee, with a trace of sadness on her face.
QQ Farm's products are definitely of excellent quality, but the farm is ultimately a form of entertainment introduced by modern society, and the medicines produced are naturally mainly modern.
The medicine was good, but the capsule's appearance was indeed a bit conspicuous. Considering the historical context, she had removed the packaging and replaced it with a white porcelain bottle. If Wen Liyu kept pursuing this question...
"Alright, it's not like I don't trust you. It's never a bad idea to ask a few more questions. He must have bought it from that stinky old man, what a profiteer!"
The mention of silver, coupled with the melancholy between Cheng Weiyao's brows, made Wen Liyu suddenly realize something. She immediately thought of the old man who had treated her injuries. He had already asked for an exorbitant price for the consultation, not to mention the medicine...
Cheng Weiyao didn't think of using the old man as an excuse, but when Wen Liyu mentioned it, she nodded.
Li Dabao's investigation was progressing slowly, and there was no news of anyone pawning anything in the city's pawnshops. It seemed as if that batch of belongings had disappeared for no reason.
"Brother Li, sit down and rest for a while. The silver won't come out on its own if you keep wandering around. In my opinion, it's better to check on the people in the exile team..."
Wang Gang was distracted by Li Dabao pacing in front of him, and immediately began to offer advice. Since he was not one of his brothers, he might as well give Wen Chengyun some trouble...
"Why do I feel like there's something else behind what Brother Wang said? If you have any suspects, tell me. We can find out as soon as possible so your team can set off sooner..."
Li Dabao raised his eyebrows slightly. Wang Gang was not the first person to say this. Butler Wu had been advocating to lure the snake out of its hole from the beginning.
We have sent people to investigate the exile team these days, but there is nothing suspicious about their travel.
"I wouldn't call it a suspicion, but I just think it disappeared out of thin air. How could such a bizarre thing happen? It's most likely the work of someone with great martial arts skills. My brothers, although they have some martial arts skills, can't compare to masters like Prince Qingping..."
Wang Gang took a sip of tea, his eyes flashing slightly as he lowered his head. There was no evidence to support his words, but Li Dabao was desperate and tried every possible means, so he actually heard them.
So much so that as soon as Wen Chengyun went out, he noticed the little tail following him. He frowned slightly and quietly slipped away from the person who was following him.
"Sir, would you like to buy some rouge and powder for the girl you like? Our hairpins are pretty good too..."
When the stall owner saw Wen Chengyun, such a legendary figure, stop at his stall, he immediately introduced him in a radiant manner.
"I can take a look myself. You are busy, so you don't need to call me."
Wen Chengyun had been keeping an eye on the person following him, and when he heard the stall owner's voice, he realized that the stall he had accidentally stood at was the one his daughter usually visited.
His face flushed slightly, and he waved his hand gently. He glanced away and accidentally caught a glimpse of a simple pearwood hairpin. Cheng Weiyao's cold face instantly appeared in his mind...
"What the hell? These two people in the Prince Qingping's Mansion are birds of a feather. It's okay for the woman to like shopping, but why is the man so awful..."
The guard followed Wen Chengyun through several streets. Considering the need for concealment, he did not dare to follow too closely or too far, and was almost separated from him by the crowd. Seeing that this ancestor finally stopped steadily, he could not help but complaining out loud.
However, when the guard finished complaining and looked up, there was no one in front of the stall. The guard rushed forward and grabbed the stall owner by the collar, asking fiercely: "Where is the young man who bought something just now..."
Wen Chengyun was already hiding on the eaves, watching the guard's exasperated look with cold eyes. If this follower hadn't been so clingy, he wouldn't have wasted so much time...
"Master, would you like me to help you solve this..."
There was a slight treading sound on the roof tiles, followed by a voice.
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