After laughing, Wei Qinglou lowered his eyebrows again. Although he didn't show it obviously, it was clear that something was on his mind.
Zhu Jiayu lowered her eyes, said nothing, bid him farewell, and then turned and went to the Song family.
After she left, Shujian rushed forward and asked anxiously, "Is the young master alright?"
Wei Qinglou shook his head slightly: "It's nothing." He raised his hand to rub his temples and said coldly, "Go and investigate Song Baopu again. I refuse to believe that a living person can just disappear in Heling City. Even if you have to dig three feet into the ground, find him for me!"
Shu Jian responded and went downstairs, leading his men to search for Song Baopu's whereabouts.
Before they arrived in Heling, they had clearly investigated quite thoroughly. Who would have thought that their young master would arrive only to find nothing?
Although Shujian didn't say it, he secretly felt that perhaps the news of the young master going to Suiping City to invite Mr. Yue had reached Lord Song's ears, which made him wary and hide away early.
Ultimately, it's all because his young master is too shameless.
Bah! What is he thinking?! His young master is wise and mighty, how could he be a scoundrel!
While Wei Qinglou's men were searching for Song Baopu's whereabouts, Zhu Jiayu also arrived at the Song residence.
When Song Jiangmei heard that she had come, she personally came out to greet her and led her to her courtyard while subtly inquiring about the purpose of her visit.
Zhu Jiayu thought for a moment and said, "There's nothing else, but I know you're always well-informed, so I wanted to ask you if anything new has happened in the city lately?"
Wei Qinglou's family background is extraordinary. Since Song Jiangmei is determined to take revenge on her stepfather's family, she will naturally keep a close eye on the movements in Yujing. Now that Wei Qinglou has come to Heling, she might hear some rumors about him.
She wasn't concerned about what Wei Qinglou was going to do, but she couldn't help being a little curious.
Song Jiangmei raised an eyebrow: "Is that all?"
"What else could it be?" Zhu Jiayu asked with a smile, suppressing her chaotic thoughts.
Song Jiangmei stared at her for a while before looking away, smiling brightly: "I thought you had heard about it too."
Before Zhu Jiayu could ask further, she began to speak to herself: "You didn't know that the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, who is highly favored by the Emperor in the capital, has come to Heling City?"
"It is said that this Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review is sickly. I don't know how someone as delicate as porcelain would travel such a long distance to a small place like Heling."
Zhu Jiayu was indeed unaware of this. In her previous life, she hadn't been to Heling at this time, so naturally she didn't know what was happening there during this period. However, she figured it shouldn't be anything serious, otherwise she would have heard about it long ago.
But now that she is in Heling City, what happens in the city is naturally related to her. Moreover, as the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, such a position is worth noting.
She thought for a moment and then asked, "What do you know?"
She knew very well that Song Jiangmei wasn't one to speak without reason. If this information wasn't useful to them, she wouldn't have brought it up suddenly.
Song Jiangmei gave her a deep look: "As expected, I can't hide it from you. I do know some things. Ayu, you said you would help me. Do you mean it?"
“Of course it counts.” Zhu Jiayu nodded earnestly, his expression solemn.
"My men have learned that this Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review has some disagreements with the sons of several powerful figures that my brother is trying to curry favor with. Later, my brother offered them advice, but unexpectedly, he suffered another loss at his hands. Knowing that this Vice Minister is coming to Heling this time, my good brother, having received instructions from his masters, is also doing his best to follow him here. Judging from the time, he should arrive tonight."
Song Jiangmei paused for a moment, then continued, "What do you think, Ayu, since he's here, let's leave him here?"
After she finished speaking, she paused for a moment.
If it were in the past, she certainly wouldn't have thought that way. She knew she was in a helpless situation, and if one day she really found herself in a dilemma, no one would help her. Therefore, she always tried to be considerate and thoughtful in her dealings with her brother and stepfather, for fear that they would see through her thoughts.
But now, she actually has such a bold idea.
And all of this is because of Zhu Jiayu.
She said she would stand in front of her.
Although it's unclear how much of this is genuine, and even more unclear where their fates will lead them in the future, at least for now, because of this person, Song Jiangmei's heart has undeniably settled down, and she has thus gained the courage to fight back.
Zhu Jiayu did not hesitate and nodded: "If you want, then so be it."
Song Jiangmei was surprised by her straightforwardness, then felt like laughing: "You're not talking about human affairs and fate anymore?"
"That's different."
Zhu Jiayu looked up at the vast sky and spring water outside the courtyard. The May sky was always clear and fine. The pink and white walls were covered with green tiles and blue bricks, with lush vines and red and yellow vines. Beyond the lush scenery was the vast sky and clouds, the clouds as soft as cotton and the sky as blue as jade.
She laughed and said, "Since it's your business, I naturally have to get it done. Otherwise, wouldn't I be letting down the hard work I put into persuading you?"
“I will find a way then, but do you know the name of that Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review, what he looks like, and what business he has come to Heling?” Zhu Jiayu asked her again.
Song Jiangmei nodded: "That person's name is Wei Qinglou..."
Zhu Jiayu was stunned. She unconsciously opened her mouth and murmured, "Wei Qinglou?"
It was him?
So it was him?
"What's wrong?"
"It's alright, please continue." Zhu Jiayu shook her head and looked at her.
"He came here to invite Song Baopu, the professor of Xingchuan Prefecture School, back to Yujing. Song Baopu happens to be in Heling at the time, so he came here."
Zhu Jiayu nodded: "Song Baopu was demoted in his early years for embezzlement and bribery, but now Wei Qinglou has been instructed by the Emperor to invite him to the capital. It seems that it is time for Lord Song to be reinstated."
"Since your brother is going to obstruct this matter, why don't we help Wei Qinglou by adding fuel to the fire, as a small gift for your brother?"
"How so?" Song Jiangmei frowned.
“Ah Mei, you are very good at social maneuvering, so you must have a way to let me meet with Lord Song. I don’t have any particular strengths, but I am quite good at persuasion.”
Zhu Jiayu smiled and said, "Perhaps if this matter succeeds, it will make Wei Shaoqing, who is just beginning to make a name for himself, remember us well. When you return to Yujing, someone will be able to take care of you."
Hearing her say this, Song Jiangmei was deeply moved.
In fact, she knew that Zhu Jiayu didn't need to get involved in this mess; it was all to pave the way for her.
She was silent for a moment, then smiled and said, "Then I'll thank Ayu in advance."
Zhu Jiayu smiled and shook her head: "Between you and me, always saying thank you is too formal."
“Alright, then I won’t mention it again.” Song Jiangmei readily agreed. “I’ll think of something about Lord Song. Just wait for my news.”
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