Each weapon is forged from the finest steel.
This is a world of cold weapons. Gunpowder exists, but it is strictly controlled, and personal privacy is a serious crime.
Chu Jinjin carefully wiped it with a soft cloth.
With her strength in the apocalypse and her rich experience in life-and-death struggles, even if she can't save her father, she should be able to protect herself without much problem.
Just as the lights were about to go out, Xia Feng stormed in, fuming, "Miss, the Xu family's steward is here. Should I throw him out?"
Chu Jinjin became interested: "No, let him in."
I was just worried about not having a suitable opportunity to deliver a message.
Scamming for a dowry is no big deal for Chu Jinjin, who is used to the apocalypse. Food and safety are more important than anything else, but feelings are not an option.
The steward from the Xu family was no ordinary steward; he was the most senior one, and even illegitimate children would treat him with utmost respect.
However, at this moment he adopted an extremely humble attitude, entering and bowing respectfully.
People's momentum is reciprocal; when you retreat, he advances, and when you advance, she retreats.
Chu Jinjin angrily burned her dowry, burning thousands of taels of silver in a short period of time, which shocked everyone.
"Coming at this hour, I'm afraid someone might see us, and it would be difficult to explain to the Consort's sister." Chu Jinjin understood that by taking this step today, her reputation was completely ruined, so she simply stopped pretending to be a lady and sneered, "Let me guess your purpose. Hmm, the concern brought by Lord Xu and his wife, and probably a private message from my husband, with whom I haven't divorced yet."
The old butler was extremely embarrassed.
He suddenly had a feeling that the Xu family might have really made a mistake in doing what they were doing.
In his memory, Chu Jinjin was more vibrant than the average rich young lady, like a bird on a branch or in a cage, but now, he felt that she was more like some kind of raptor.
A vengeful bird of prey!
The old steward took out a letter sealed with sealing wax and said respectfully, "Master said that if you encounter any difficulties in Jinzhou, you can use this letter to visit the prefect."
Chu Jinjin didn't answer, and said unhurriedly, "Anything else?"
The old butler hesitated for a moment, then gritted his teeth and said, "The young master asked me to convey that he doesn't want you to put yourself in danger."
"Playing the sentimental card at a time like this." Chu Jinjin sighed and shook her head. She paused for a moment, then said thoughtfully, "The Xu family should have some happy events soon."
The old butler's forehead was now covered in sweat, and he lowered his head deeply.
Chu Jinjin didn't make things difficult for him and waved her hand: "Xia Feng, go to the Xu residence in my name and ask Xu Wenda when he will marry his new bride."
The old steward almost knelt down before her, no longer hesitating, and said in one breath, "Today, Madam went to the Prince's Mansion to discuss the marriage. The specific schedule is still unknown, but it should be as soon as possible."
Chu Jinjin has divorced him, and he has committed suicide. Dragging this out for even a day is just another joke, and further delays will damage the reputation of the Imperial Concubine. It is estimated that it will not last more than a month.
Chu Jinjin nodded: "Okay, if I have returned by then, I will definitely come over to ask for a cup of wedding wine."
The butler was horrified: "You...!"
Chu Jinjin's eyes were like sharp blades: "Xia Feng, see the guest out."
The Xu family originally only wanted her dowry, but now they've realized what was going on.
Daring to burn her dowry is no ordinary act of madness; I'm afraid she'll come knocking on my door and cause trouble.
But that was exactly what Chu Jinjin planned!
Yes, she is that petty.
The departure time is the morning of the second day.
The entire Chu family came to see him off; the patriarch, the eldest son's family, and all the young masters and misses were there.
The entrance was packed with people.
Everyone was just there to watch the show.
Chu Yan felt like he was sitting on pins and needles, like a giant monkey. He looked into the courtyard countless times. If it weren't for so many people watching, he would have rushed in, grabbed the person, and left as soon as possible.
I really don't understand what my grandfather was thinking. Going to negotiate with Black Hawk Mountain Village wasn't like we were sightseeing or admiring flowers.
Just because Chu Jinjin has her father's private seal?
Also, why make such a big fuss? Couldn't you have just quietly left through the back door?
When Chu Yan finally saw Chu Jinjin, who had arrived late, he was furious.
Chu Jinjin wore a trendy apricot-yellow jacket this year, underneath which was probably a white dress she was wearing for the first time. It looked like apricot blossoms blooming in early spring, making her skin look as white as snow. She also wore various bright hairpins.
Is it because they're afraid of not attracting enough attention from the bandits?
The hushed chatter in the crowd could no longer be suppressed.
This is the reality that Chu Jinjin has to face. If it were an ordinary woman, the outcome would probably be even worse.
Regardless of the circumstances, she was sent back to her parents' home on the very first day of her marriage.
The women of the Chu family were so angry that they twisted their handkerchiefs hard, but they couldn't say anything.
Only Chu Jinjin walked step by step to the door, letting countless eyes stare at her.
Chu Yan's eyes reddened, and he growled, "Aren't you getting in the car?"
Chu Jinjin has not only lost face for herself, but for the entire Chu family.
Chu Jinjin smiled slightly at him and walked step by step towards the crowd of onlookers. What was this? If it were the same number of zombies, she might have cared.
They're just a bunch of idle people who love to watch the drama unfold.
Her attitude left the onlookers unsure of what to do, and they gradually quieted down.
"Have you seen enough?" Chu Jinjin's gaze swept over the crowd, and she said in a deep voice, "Dear uncles and aunts, if it were your daughters or sisters today, would you treat them the same way?"
No one expected her to say that, and they looked at each other in bewilderment.
Chu Jinjin took another step forward: "The one who made a mistake is not me, but the Xu family."
Chu Jinjin never thought of changing the world; after all, it was better than the precarious apocalypse. But now the situation is different.
She still has decades to live, to get married and have children. If the divorce is allowed to continue, the rumors and gossip could kill.
In fact, when the news of Chu Zujian's incident and the suicide of the imperial concubine's sister spread, most people understood the reasons behind it.
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