With a "ding" sound, the long arrow shot off the hilt of the sword, and the sword just passed Mu Wanqing's temple, and a strand of hair floated to the ground.
She was just a little bit away from meeting the King of Hell.
This extremely dangerous scene deeply hurt the eyes of Mr. Mu and his wife. Mrs. Mu's legs went limp and she fell to the ground. "Qing'er."
Mu Wanqing subconsciously touched her temples. It didn't hurt, and there was no bleeding. "It's okay. She's still alive."
But, she was completely enraged, with anger boiling in her eyes, and she actually wanted to kill her. If she wasn't lucky... No, someone must have saved her.
She looked up.
A man in black came on horseback holding a red cherry spear. The sunlight hit him, and it was like a layer of golden light, shining brightly.
A red cherry spear flew towards the man in brown with great momentum.
The wandering dragon throws his spear to destroy the world, and the lone spear pierces the country.
The weapon of the man in brown had fallen out of his hand, so he could only dodge frantically. However, no matter how he ran, he could not escape the range of the □□. The □□ was as agile as a snake and pierced the left rib of the man in brown. The man felt a sharp pain and fell to the ground involuntarily.
Before he could struggle to get up, Hongying pointed the spear at his chest.
Seeing that the weapon was about to be stabbed down, the man in brown turned pale, sweat poured down his face, and his heart and liver were about to burst.
He didn't have time to think about it and hurriedly revealed his identity, "May I ask who is coming? I am the fifth prince's guard, my surname is Jiang."
The man in black paused, "The Fifth Prince's people? Do you have any proof?"
In order to save his life, Guard Jiang no longer cared about the consequences of leaking secrets and took out a token from his arms, which was the mark of the Fifth Prince's Mansion.
The man in black took the token and looked at it twice, frowning slightly, "According to the court rules, the prince is not allowed to leave the capital without the emperor's order."
Of course, this also includes people in the prince's mansion.
This is also one of the reasons why Guard Jiang and his team disguised themselves and acted secretly, so as not to reveal their identities.
Guard Jiang's mind raced, and he came up with an excuse, "We were back home to visit our relatives, and we overheard these exiles talking nonsense, expressing their resentment towards the court and the king, and their intention to rebel, so I... Ugh."
Suddenly, his face was covered with feces, especially his wide-open mouth was filled with it.
The instigator even looked at it seriously, "Such a dirty mouth goes well with horse manure."
Deserve it! Mr. Zeng and his men seemed to be gloating over their misfortune. They actually framed them in front of them and wanted to put them to death. It was really hateful.
Guard Jiang held his throat and vomited violently, vomiting bile.
He was disgusted and glared at her, "You little bitch..."
Mu Wanqing picked up a stone from the roadside and threw it over, casually but accurately.
Guard Jiang was hit in the chest and gasped in pain, subconsciously looking at his companions.
But his companions stood far away and had no intention of fighting for him.
His heart felt cold. Is this the result of going back on one's word?
Why didn't they understand his painstaking efforts? Mu Wanqing was a scheming and deep-minded person. If he wasn't removed soon, he would become a serious threat one day.
Du Shaoxuan turned his head and looked at him casually, "Who are you?"
Mu Wanqing took a closer look and found that the man in black was unexpectedly young, not even twenty years old, but between a teenager and a young man, with a heroic appearance, a handsome face, and a whole body like a sword drawn from its sheath, full of sharpness.
Although he was covered in dust, he could not hide his awe-inspiring demeanor.
The steed was majestic, with its long mane flying and its spirit extraordinary.
He is a soldier, has a high status and is highly skilled in martial arts. This is the label that Mu Wanqing gave to him as his first impression.
"Mu Wanqing, the unlucky niece of the former Minister of Revenue, an exiled prisoner."
She introduced herself openly, "This young master, this bastard led his men to kill, burn, and plunder, and even refused to let go of the exiled female prisoners. He said that all the women in the world should be his. I really don't know where he got the confidence from. Even the wise and powerful emperor would not say such despicable and shameless words."
As soon as she said this, everyone looked at her with extremely strange expressions. What was she talking about?
The guards were stunned and dumbfounded. When had they ever said such a treasonous thing? This was clearly fabricated!
The Mu family was very calm. They had long been accustomed to her routine and instead felt an inexplicable pleasure.
The suffering they have endured has finally come to others, hahaha.
Mu Wanqing pointed at the confused Guard Jiang on the ground. If he could talk nonsense, why couldn't she? This was called giving someone a taste of their own medicine.
"He, a guard in the prince's mansion, is actually more powerful than the emperor. It's really shocking. Has the imperial power fallen into the hands of the Jiang family?"
A crack appeared on Du Shaoxuan's handsome face, which continued to split inch by inch. This girl... is too brave!
Guard Jiang's blood rushed to his head and he felt like he was about to explode. It was over. This was a crime that would result in the confiscation of property and the extermination of the clan.
He roared in frustration, "You are talking nonsense."
"No? Does that mean your master has ascended the throne and proclaimed himself emperor?" Mu Wanqing was confused and spoke nonsense seriously. "Oh my god, the ascension of a new emperor usually brings great glory to the world. Can we also get special glory without going to the border..."
The more she spoke, the more outrageous it became, and every word she said hit the nail on the head, as if she was dancing on the edge of a knife.
Guard Jiang's face looked as ugly as if someone in his family had died. How could this girl be more ruthless than those old foxes in the court?
If this gets out, will their whole family be able to survive?
No, no, not only will his entire family be killed, but the fifth prince's entire family will also be taken with him!
Cruel, so cruel.
"Shut up, do you know how many people this will kill?"
Mu Wanqing laughed loudly, "So, your lives are lives, and ours are worthless lives that can be abused and killed at will, but even rabbits bite when they are angry."
How could he be so brazen when he stabbed her?
He was allowed to kill people, but they were not allowed to resist? Why?
Guard Jiang couldn't argue with her, so he turned to the man in black and said, "Sir, these are criminals exiled by the court. Their words cannot be trusted. My master likes making friends the most. If I recommend you, a person like you will naturally be favored by the Fifth Prince."
Du Shaoxuan was a little surprised, "So what?"
Guard Jiang thought it was just a joke, and pointed at Mu Wanqing and the others excitedly, "These people are treasonous and disrespectful to the court and the royal family. They should all be killed to prevent future troubles."
They were doing things secretly just now, but now they are all out in the open.
It's already a life-and-death situation, and letting these people live is a major hidden danger.
He even refused to let go the escorting officers, which shows how cruel and ruthless he was.
Everyone he pointed out changed their expression, became angry and furious, and wanted to beat him up.
Lord Zeng looked anxious, "That's not the case, we are all court officials..."
In the eyes of Guard Jiang, being a lowly official meant nothing, and he could die just like that.
"You have been instigated by this witch, and you all deserve to die." Guard Jiang wanted to kill and silence the witnesses, and tried his best to persuade them, "Sir, do you want to become a guest of honor in the prince's mansion? If so, get rid of these troubles for your master..."
He couldn't defeat the enemy, but he could use the power of the Prince's Mansion to win him over and make him a knife in his hand.
A cold voice sounded, "No."
"Uh, uh, what did you say?" Guard Jiang rubbed his ears in disbelief. Who in this world could refuse an olive branch extended by a prince?
Du Shaoxuan jumped off his horse swiftly, his expression unable to conceal his disgust, "You treat the common people like grass. It seems that you have done this kind of thing too often. You are not worthy of being a human being."
Mu Wanqing secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, this man had normal values and a strong sense of justice.
"My dear, you are a chivalrous man who draws his sword to fight against injustice. I have no way to repay your life-saving grace. The only thing I can do is..."
Du Shaoxuan interrupted impatiently, "Promise yourself to me, no."
He has seen this kind of thing so many times that it really annoys him!
"Please don't get involved in this kind of mess and leave early..." Mu Wanqing said this at the same time, and the two looked at each other, both a little surprised.
"Cough cough." Mu Wanqing was choked by her own saliva, "Young Master, I'm still a child, what are you thinking about?" A thirteen-year-old child, nothing wrong with him.
The style of painting changed suddenly.
Du Shaoxuan misunderstood the meaning and the atmosphere became a little awkward.
A burst of hurried horse hoofbeats sounded, and a group of black knights came galloping over. Everyone's nerves were tense again. Who could this be?
The black knights all dismounted and saluted Du Shaoxuan in unison, "Master."
Du Shaoxuan nodded slightly, showing an air of not being angry.
Strict discipline and good training are the rules in the military.
The knight in the front was worried, "Master, don't run so fast next time. It's too dangerous."
The master's divine horse ran too fast and no one could catch up. It was worrying.
Du Shaoxuan waved his hand, looking calm and composed, "I know my limits."
The subordinates sighed. What else could they do when following a master who was too opinionated?
Guard Jiang stared blankly at the man in black, his mind racing. He had such a group of subordinates, so he couldn't be an unknown person, but who was he?
Doesn't he know the consequences of offending the prince?
Mu Wanqing immediately saw Mu Ziang, who looked panicked on the horse. When Mu Ziang saw that his family was safe and sound, he relaxed completely. His eyes instantly turned red and tears streamed down his face.
He thought it was too late!
Mu Wanqing pursed her lips and said, "Sir, I have a few words to say."
Du Shaoxuan looked over and regained his composure. "Speak."
Mu Wanqing pointed at Guard Jiang and his group and said, "Leave these people to me. You can go on your way. I won't leak anything about what happened today. I promise."
She meant well and didn't want him to get involved.
She had no way to avoid it, and if she didn't fight back she would die, but the other person was just passing by.
If she guessed correctly, he was a military man, and offending a prince would have a huge impact on him, and he might even be killed or his family would be destroyed.
Someone saved her, she can't hurt him.
Although she didn't say it explicitly, Du Shaoxuan understood it all and was a little surprised. He looked at her for a second longer. This girl wasn't even an adult yet, but she was thoughtful, kind, and gentle, and she could clearly distinguish between gratitude and resentment.
"What are you going to do with it?"
Mu Wanqing concentrated and thought for a while, "He wants to kill me, but I'm just a timid girl, so I don't want him to die in exchange for his life, so I'll just cut his tendons."
Before she finished her words, she picked up the sword and stabbed it down swiftly, making a few whooshing movements.
“Ahhh.”
With the rise and fall of the sword, Guard Jiang's hands and feet were crippled.
All his martial arts skills were wasted, and he would never be able to wield a sword again in his life.
This is more painful and desperate than killing him.
He was in pain all over and couldn't help cursing, "You bitch...ah."
There was another bloody hole on his body. Mu Wanqing would never talk nonsense if she could take action.
Mu Wanqing looked terrified, "I'm sorry, you yelled too loudly, I was so scared that my hands were shaking and I couldn't hold the sword firmly."
She looked very guilty, "Guard Jiang, I didn't hurt you, why didn't you dodge?"
Everyone: ...
Guard Jiang had never seen such a shameless woman. She said one thing and did another. She chopped people down and still said she was afraid.
MD, please let lightning strike her to death.
He couldn't help but curse.
Mu Wanqing ignored him and turned to look at the others, "As for you..."
The guards looked at the leader with a bloody face, then looked at the sword in her hand, and involuntarily took a few steps back, obviously frightened by her ruthless methods.
One of the guards was so scared that he said, "I didn't mean to kill you. It was Guard Jiang who lost his mind. It was his personal behavior."
The others nodded, "Yes, it has nothing to do with us."
"We swore that we would not harm a hair on your head."
When Guard Jiang broke his oath, they felt uncomfortable, fearing that his oath would come true.
Who would respect a person who doesn't keep his word and goes back on his words?
Now, how could she be willing to be implicated by him? Naturally, she would try her best to cut off all ties with him.
Mu Wanqing smiled slightly, "There are two options at the moment. One is to let you return to the capital. I will have people spread the news of today's events everywhere, including that you made a vow and then went back on it."
Everyone's faces turned pale. This girl was a ruthless character and offending her would be fatal.
What happened today cannot be exposed to the public, otherwise the Fifth Prince’s reputation will be ruined. What good will they have in store for themselves?
As for the content of the oath, would the Fifth Prince feel comfortable knowing that he was being sworn at?
And I broke my oath...Oh, I can't think about it, I dare not think about it.
"What's another plan?"
Mu Wanqing's eyes rolled around, very smart, "The guards are kind-hearted. Seeing that we are alone and helpless, they decided to escort us to the border before returning to the capital."
Well, she needs some drivers! She needs people to do odd jobs! She needs people to do work!
Everyone: ...
There is nothing more slutty, only the sluttiest. If you ask who in the world has the sluttiest operation, look at Miss Mu San.
There is nothing she can't do, only things she can't think of.
Mu Wanqing ignored everyone's different expressions and smiled more amiably, "Of course, we are also polite people, we won't let you go for nothing and return empty-handed."
In just two sentences, he used both soft and hard tactics, intimidation, threats and favors, and used everything.
The guards talked among themselves, discussed it, and decided to do it anyway.
Just think of it as avoiding the limelight and go back when things have calmed down.
How would I respond if I went back now? Not only would I fail to deliver, but I would also be suspected.
Miss Mu San will not let them go, and they cannot defeat the man in black and silence him.
Du Shaoxuan couldn't help but look at her again. How old is she? Are the girls nowadays so amazing?
He pointed out, "Aren't you afraid that they might do something bad on the way?"
This time, Mu Wanqing didn't dare to bet on human nature and only believed in her own methods.
"I will write a few letters to the vendors I know. If anything happens to me, I will let everyone accompany me. I am a person who is afraid of loneliness."
I can see it, it’s too noisy.
She spoke very loudly and the guards all heard it. They looked at each other and felt bitter. She must have said it on purpose for them to hear.
There are so many tricks, it’s hard to keep up with them.
Du Shaoxuan kicked Guard Jiang and asked, "Where is this person?"
Guard Jiang was worried. Why should she be the one making the decision? Who did she think she was?
If he fell into her hands, he would be dead.
"Sir, please let me go. I promise I won't cause any trouble."
But no one believed this, not even his companions.
Mu Wanqing hesitated for a while, feeling very embarrassed, "How about letting him go?"
Her answer was beyond everyone's expectations, wasn't it?
She was so merciful that she let him go? This was not like Miss Mu San.
Du Shaoxuan's eyes were full of magic, "We can't let the tiger go back to the mountain."
Mu Wanqing was worried. "What should I do? Killing is wrong. Only the government has the right to decide a person's life or death."
Lord Zeng suddenly spoke up, "Take him to the border and put him in shackles."
Mu Wanqing nodded without hesitation, "Then I'll listen to you."
There is only a fine line between being decisive and ruthless.
The former will only make people admire, while the latter will make people feel fear.
However, she has to strike the right balance. If it is too loose, the effect will not be achieved, but if it is too loose, it will only backfire.
Guard Jiang's hands were restrained, his wounds were simply treated, and he was dragged away.
Mu Wanqing let out a long breath, revealing an expression of fear, completely unlike the calm and capable person she had just been.
Seeing this, Mr. Mu and his wife were heartbroken. They surrounded her from both sides and tried to comfort her with trembling lips, "Are you okay? Are you scared? Don't be afraid, don't be afraid. The bad guy has been taken away."
Everyone: ...Who is the one who is scared? Are you blind?
Madam Mu patted her daughter's arm and said, "Qing'er, how can you be so bold? You almost scared me to death."
My heart is still pounding and I can hardly breathe.
Mu Ziang came over with red eyes, "Sister, you should run next time. You are much smarter than me."
Mu Wanqing smiled and comforted him, "Second brother, you were very brave today. You found helpers in the face of danger and saved everyone."
Mu Ziang pursed his lips and said, "Actually, I'm scared."
Mu Wanqing praised him profusely, "You were obviously scared, but you still came back with reinforcements. That's even more precious. Second brother, you're awesome."
Every word she said made Mu Ziang's eyes red and his heart warm.
How can there be such a cute sister?
Mu Zicheng touched his sister's head and secretly vowed to work hard to become strong and become a support for his family.
Lord Zeng, who was not far away, twitched his mouth. She was too good at talking and coaxing people.
Du Shaoxuan looked around, stood up, sat on his horse, and his men followed him.
Mu Wanqing had sharp eyes and saw it at the first sight, so she quickly ran over.
"I will always remember your life-saving grace. If you need me in the future, please come to Liangcheng to find me. I am willing to do three things for you. However, I cannot violate the laws of the court, I cannot go against my conscience, and I cannot exceed my ability."
If you know how to be grateful and have a bottom line, it is easy to win the favor of others.
Liangcheng? Du Shaoxuan believed the sincerity in her words at this moment, and there was a hint of warmth in his eyes, "It's just a small favor, don't take it to heart, goodbye."
After saying this, he waved his whip lightly, and a group of people galloped away on horseback.
…
At the inn, Lord Zeng booked a courtyard and made arrangements for the exiles early on.
Everyone was exhausted after a thrilling day and just wanted to rest in peace.
Guard Jiang was seriously injured and unconscious at the moment, so he quickly arranged to find a doctor.
The only thing was that I had a headache looking at the guards who stayed behind and I didn't know how to arrange them.
The guards of the prince's palace looked more respectable when they walked out than the average fourth-rank official.
And he was just a small yamen runner.
The guard was a little impatient, "Why don't you say anything? What do we need to do? But, let me make it clear in advance, we will not follow your orders."
The seventh-rank officials in front of the prime minister are from the prince’s mansion and have a special status.
Even if I have to run away to avoid disaster, I can't listen to others.
Lord Zeng had a splitting headache. His official position was indeed not high-ranking. "You were left behind by Miss Mu San, so naturally she should be the one to make the arrangements."
The guards all looked unhappy. To be honest, they looked down on the yamen runners in front of them and would not even look at them in the eye in the past.
However, it seems indecent to let them listen to the orders of a woman.
Regardless of his qualifications or background, Mr. Zeng could not suppress them.
He simply sent the hot mountain away and said, "Go and ask Miss Mu San to come over."
The second house was preparing to have dinner when they heard Lord Zeng calling them. Lord Mu took the initiative to accompany his daughter over.
Mu Wanqing walked up to him, and Lord Zeng couldn't wait to say, "Last time you said you didn't have enough manpower, so all these people are yours."
Mu Wanqing glanced at the guards indifferently, and somehow, the guards involuntarily put away their rebellious side.
I still remember her ferocious appearance as she swung her knife. She was a ruthless person.
Moreover, she was so resourceful that she had ruined her own leader beyond recognition.
No, they were also fooled.
"Do you know the Four Books and Five Classics? Can you write policy papers? Can you farm? Can you do business?"
The guards' lips twitched, "No, but we know martial arts."
Mu Wanqing didn't care what they thought, "Okay, I need two personal guards, ten taels of silver a month, food and lodging included, who's willing?"
As soon as the words fell, someone spoke up first, "Me."
"I."
The two guards introduced themselves. One was called Zhang San and the other was called Li Si. They were not highly regarded in the mansion, their martial arts skills were mediocre in all aspects.
Their monthly salary was five taels, and Mu Wanqing offered double the price, so they naturally signed up happily.
Some people are upset, some are disdainful, and there are all kinds of thoughts.
Mu Wanqing didn't care, "Then it's up to you guys."
What she wanted was a coachman who could help with some chores. High martial arts skills were not the point, as long as he was obedient.
"As for the others, are you interested in making money? Since leaving the capital, we have already earned several thousand silver coins."
Who would complain about having too little money? The guards immediately became interested, "How do you make money?"
Mu Wanqing revealed the plan she had been planning for a long time. "I plan to buy some goods and sell them at the border. For example, cloth and medicinal herbs that are scarce at the border, I can easily sell them for several times the price."
She had this plan before, but she didn't have enough manpower.
The main task of the officers is to escort and manage the prisoners without any mistakes.
Moreover, it is not safe when you go out. There are many bandits who make a living by robbery. If you want to do business, you must either have a certain level of martial arts skills yourself or hire a security company.
Now that we have these skilled guards, we can make up for this shortcoming.
The guards looked at each other and discussed for a while. A guard named Shen Yong responded, "This is fine, but I don't know what the rules are?"
Since I'm free anyway, I might as well do some small business and make some money, so that the trip won't be in vain.
Mu Wanqing pursed her lips and said, "I will contribute 400 taels to become a shareholder, accounting for 20% of the shares. Mr. Zeng, you and your men will contribute 800 taels to become a shareholder, accounting for 40% of the shares. Shen Yong, you will also contribute 800 taels to become a shareholder, accounting for 40% of the shares. How do you think?"
244, separation of powers, is the most solid form of cooperation.
Binding by interests is the long-term solution.
Lord Zeng and Shen Yong hesitated for a moment, both undecided.
After much thought and discussion, there was no better solution.
No one wants to be suppressed by the other party.
Finally, Mr. Zeng made the decision first, "Okay, Miss Third's business talent is unquestionable, I believe in you."
Both parties agreed, and Guard Shen Yong had no choice but to agree.
Mu Wanqing continued to push the plan. "Next, we will form a three-person decision-making group. All plans will be arranged and decided by the three-person group. Each party will send one person. Do you have any objections?"
"No."
This is very simple. Lord Zeng and Shen Yong were nominated, and together with Mu Wanqing, they formed a trio.
Mu Wanqing easily gained a certain degree of voice and squeezed into the decision-making level, but this was not her ultimate goal.
"Since we have a decision-making group, there must be a leader who can take charge of the overall situation and make the final decision when there are disagreements. Let's elect one."
"I recommend Brother Shen."
"I recommend Brother Zeng."
The two sides were at a stalemate, and both wanted to push their own people to power.
Mu Wanqing did not get involved. She just took a pen and paper and drew, enjoying herself.
Everyone was arguing but no one was the winner. Lord Zeng turned around and saw Mu Wanqing staying out of the matter, and frowned slightly.
"Miss San, what do you want to say?"
Mu Wanqing raised her head, her eyes bright as water. "I have given you a test paper, all about business. The questions are very simple. Whoever answers the best will be the leader. This is the fairest. How do you think?"
A guard jumped out and said, "You asked the question, so you must have given the best answer. How can it be fair?"
"No, no, I'm an examiner." Mu Wanqing handed over the paper covered with words, "Are you afraid? Are you afraid of exposing the fact that you are not as good as women?"
"Who doesn't dare? Let's take the test." The guard was the first to grab the test paper, and then he was petrified. He rubbed his eyes and looked like he was doubting his life again.
Mr. Zeng leaned over to take a look, and his mouth twitched. You call this simple? It's really terrible.
"Miss San, do you know all the questions above?"
Everyone was dumbfounded when they got the question. What is chicken and rabbit in the same cage? It made me dizzy just looking at it.
Another thing is to make a plan for selling goods and write down the entire process.
Headache!
Mu Wanqing smiled and said, "Of course, it's very simple. The chicken and rabbit in the same cage question comes from Sun Zi's Mathematical Classic. It tests arithmetic ability. If a person can't even figure out arithmetic, what business can he do?"
"This question asks you to write a plan, which tests your planning ability."
"This form tests a person's coordination ability."
"This policy essay question tests a person's coordination and organizational abilities."
Everyone's scalp was numb when they saw it. Oh my god, what kind of perversion is this? No wonder they asked them what they knew right away.
Policy essay questions are a skill that the scholars taking the imperial examinations should have, since they are military men!
But, we can’t say that Mu Wanqing is deliberately making things difficult for others.
These are essential qualities to be a leader.
It is a disaster to hold a high position without sufficient ability.
If virtue is not in line with one's position, disaster will surely follow. If virtue is weak but one holds a high position, if wisdom is small but one makes big plans, if strength is small but one is entrusted with a heavy responsibility, disaster will seldom occur. Note (2)
Master Zeng figured this out and offered the pen with both hands, "Miss San, you write, we'll watch from the side."
"This is not fair..." Someone else didn't understand and was glared at by Shen Yong, "No, no, you come."
Mu Wanqing picked up the pen and started writing quickly. Her small calligraphy was beautiful and smooth, like flowing clouds and running water.
After a while, she put down her pen and said, "Okay."
Looking at the answers she wrote, everyone was amazed.
A plan is detailed and well-organized, including how to compare prices from different suppliers, how to investigate and collect market information, where to get goods, and how to arrange manpower, fully demonstrating its strong planning and coordination capabilities.
The most amazing thing is the tables, such as journal entries, payment statements, income statements, profit and loss statements, and even the most complicated financial accounting statements, which even these rough guys can understand.
Shen Yong sighed softly. People are so different from each other.
Some people are born geniuses, such as Miss Mu San in front of us.
The Mu family actually produced such a person.
"If the account books in the accounting office were so clear, everyone would save trouble and would not be fooled."
Lord Zeng was completely convinced. He could never write such a perfect answer even if he was beaten to death. He didn't understand these things. "I recommend Miss Mu San to be the leader. I obey her wholeheartedly."
He does have some abilities, but they are far from being as smart as this kind of extremely intelligent person.
"I also recommend the Third Miss." Shen Yong was also convinced. Although she was just a little girl, she was resourceful, scheming, decisive and ruthless.
In this way, Mu Wanqing relied on a test question to gain the greatest voice without any bloodshed.
Whether she can keep these people convinced depends on whether she can bring them huge benefits.
Interests are the basis of interactions between people.
If you can't bring any benefit to others, why should others look up to you?
The world is bustling with people because of profit. The world is bustling with people because of profit.
On the other hand, Mu Jinyao suffered unprecedented cold violence.
The tribesmen avoided her like the plague, with looks of disgust on their faces.
What? She was one of the two beauties in the capital. She was so glorious in the past, but now she almost killed their entire family.
Even her biological father, Uncle Mu, said a few words to her.
Mu Jinyao's eyes were red. It was him who encouraged her to surpass all the noble ladies in the capital, and now he was also the one who scolded her for being vain and selfish.
Madam Mu felt distressed. "Alas, who could have thought it would turn out like this? You should be more low-key in the future. Don't comb your hair or wash your face..."
Listening to her mother's chattering, Mu Jinyao felt even more upset. She also felt that she was wrong, right?
She couldn't sleep at night, so she wandered around aimlessly, and ended up at the place where the second branch of the Mu family lived.
She hesitated for a moment and raised her hand to knock on the door, but her movements were frozen for a moment before she withdrew her hand and turned around to leave.
The door opened. Mu Wanqing leaned against the door with her hair loose and yawned. "What's the matter?"
Mu Jinyao's eyes were red and swollen. "Third sister, everyone is blaming me. Am I really wrong?"
She was extremely confused.
At the beginning, she just wanted to gain more bargaining chips for herself and marry into a wealthy family smoothly, and she didn't hurt anyone else.
She spoke vaguely, but Mu Wanqing was smart and understood immediately, "It's not your fault, it's the Fifth Prince's fault. He has countless wives and concubines and he covets you secretly. When he saw you in trouble, he couldn't wait to take advantage of you. It's really despicable."
"Your integrity of preferring to die in glory rather than live in disgrace is better than that of countless men." She admired this very much.
A person should have integrity.
Mu Jinyao was extremely surprised, but she felt it was normal. This was something her third sister would say. "You are the only one who said this. Everyone is afraid of the Fifth Prince's retaliation, and they are also worried that... it will bring more danger."
There is no wall that is impenetrable. In fact, she can understand the feelings of her fellow tribesmen.
"I'm not afraid of a ghost. Whoever dares to harm me, I will kill him." Mu Wanqing had no awe of the imperial power at all. Be it princes, princesses or the emperor, none of them were to whom she would be loyal.
She is free and independent. She wants to be the strongest person. She doesn't have to look at anyone's face or bow to anyone.
Mu Jinyao stared at her blankly, envious. How could someone be so powerful and fearless? "You said, if my face is ruined..."
If beauty were gone, those dirty calculations would disappear.
Before she could finish, Mu Wanqing interrupted with a frown, "Don't be silly, beauty is innocent, don't give in easily, why punish yourself with other people's mistakes?"
"Only when you are strong can you protect yourself and have more choices. This is my advice to you."
Whether she listens or not is her business.
Everyone has to walk their own path.
A word of enlightenment awakened the dreamer, and Mu Jinyao's lifeless eyes became bright, "I understand, thank you, third sister."
Mu Wanqing got up early in the morning and leaned against the window to look outside. The weather was good, so it was time to get ready.
The cook brought the food over attentively, "Miss San, breakfast is ready. How about you try it?"
A bowl of fragrant stewed eggs and two plump white sugar buns. Only Mu Wanqing has such special treatment.
Everyone else eats porridge from a big pot.
Mu Wanqing scooped a mouthful of egg custard and put it into her mouth, commenting, "It's cooked to the right temperature, not too overcooked or too tender, but a little bland."
"The sugar buns are soft and sweet. If the full score is 10, this one can be given 8 points."
The cook smiled happily, as if he had received a great benefit. "You taught me well. Master Mu is also helping me."
After the cook left, Mr. Mu seemed to be hesitant to speak.
Mu Wanqing noticed it, "Dad, what do you want to say?"
Master Mu hesitated for a while, "I... think cooking is interesting, I... want to learn it."
He often helped his daughter and developed a strong interest after watching it for a long time.
Mu Wanqing thought it was a big deal, but this is it? "Sure, I'll teach you."
She had too much to do and it was impossible for her to be a cook forever, so she kept teaching the cook. The cook especially cherished the learning opportunity, practiced hard every day, and made rapid progress.
If Mr. Mu wants to learn, then we can learn together.
"You don't object?" Master Mu was extremely surprised. Being a cook was considered a lowly job in the eyes of the world and others looked down upon it.
"Why would you object?" Mu Wanqing looked confused. "As long as you like it."
The teacher who taught her to cook was the state banquet chef. He was very respected and even the top leaders praised him.
Master Mu looked at his wife, "Madam."
Madam Mu Er was the person who knew him best. Her husband had been locked up at home, living a confused and depressed life, and it was rare for him to have something he liked.
"We are not the family members of officials now, so we don't need to be respectable. If you like, do it. It's hard work. Take a break when you are tired."
Mr. Mu looked at his wife and daughter with emotion. They always supported him unconditionally. This is what family is.
A voice came from outside, "Miss San, we are about to set off."
"Come right up."
This time, Mu Wanqing had two more bodyguards around her, "Zhang San, come and help me drive."
She pointed to another carriage and said, "Li Si, go over and drive that carriage."
"Yes." The two were very obedient.
In this way, Mr. Mu and his wife can sit comfortably in the carriage and rest.
"Big brother, second brother, you two can take turns driving the mule cart."
"Okay." The Mu Zicheng brothers were quite happy that they could take turns to rest.
Everyone's eyes turned red with envy. The second wife's life was getting better and better, and she even had a coachman to hire.
Just as they were about to set off, two carriages came galloping over and blocked their way. "Wait a minute, please tell me, is this the Mu family from the capital?"
"Yes, what's up?"
"Excuse me, who is Mr. Mu Zhongping?"
Master Mu always felt that this scene was a little familiar, "I am."
The coachman in front stopped the carriage and took the initiative to introduce himself, "I am the housekeeper of the Chen family, and I have come here specially to cancel the engagement."
The Chen family? The eldest son's in-laws' family? Master Mu was stunned. They finally came.
He was about to speak when the curtain of the carriage behind him was lifted, revealing a beautiful yet sad face.
"This is the fourth young lady of the Yu family."
Mr. Mu was stunned and confused. The fourth lady of the Yu family was the wife he had arranged for his second son.
Why are they here with the Chen family?
There is no need for the person to be present in person to break off the engagement.
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