Chapter 52: Was the Calculation Wrong?
"Master Yu, why aren't you saying anything?"
You Bingyue's cold question carried a hint of sarcasm.
Yu Zhiyi glanced at her indifferently: "Going to Majia Village will indeed provide clues."
Yu Bingyue's smugness faltered, and the others also showed expressions of surprise.
You Bingyue only mentioned "small mountain village" without mentioning the name of the village.
Yu Zhiyi, however, said it accurately.
Everyone then looked at You Bingyue.
You Bingyue's expression turned somewhat grim. After a pause, she said, "That's right, it's Ma Family Village." She looked at Yu Zhiyi with suspicion: "Did you already know about the clues?"
Yu Zhiyi smiled slightly: "If thinking this way makes you feel better, then so be it."
You Bingyue: "?"
What kind of tea-flavored speech is this?
The Duke of Dingguo had no time to pay attention to the two women who were at odds. Having confirmed that it was Majia Village, he immediately set off to find his sister without further delay.
“Lord Duke,” Yu Zhiyi suddenly spoke up.
The Duke of Dingguo paused in his steps: "Is there anything else you wish to instruct me on, Master?"
Yu Zhiyi advised, "You'd better bring more people with you, and also bring the local prefect."
A thoughtful look flashed across the Duke of Dingguo's eyes: "Very well."
You Bingyue stood up: "I'll go too."
She would naturally not miss an opportunity like this to find work.
Although the woman mentioned the name of Majia Village, it was You Bingyue who was the first to mention the village.
If she can successfully rescue the Duke of Dingguo's sister, then she will be the Duke's benefactor.
Although this status still cannot be compared with that of the adopted daughter of the Yu family, it can be considered as having the capital to establish herself in the capital.
Moreover, unlike Yu Zhiyi, she established herself in the capital through her own abilities, not by relying on anyone else.
The day she returns from Majia Village will be the day she truly slaps Prime Minister Du and Madam Yao in the face, that snobbish couple!
They will know what they have lost.
It will also make that dodder flower understand that the illusion created by making a show of mystery is worthless in the face of real strength!
Duke Dingguo was initially hesitant, not wanting to bring unimportant people along.
The carefree prince stood up and laughed, “Grandfather, you may not know this, but Miss You is no ordinary woman. She is a bounty hunter with considerable skills and connections. Since she has found clues about my great-aunt, she must know more inside information. Taking her with us will allow us to find my great-aunt more quickly.”
You Bingyue was very confident in herself: "I do have some talent in this area. Please rest assured, I will definitely find the prince's great-aunt on this trip."
Seeing that the Prince of Xiaoyao had said this, the Duke said nothing more.
After explaining the situation to the emperor at the palace, the Duke of Dingguo led a large entourage and left Shengjing.
Also leaving were the Carefree King and You Bingyue.
Du Ziheng also wanted to go, but he was currently ill, and even if he were willing to force himself to travel a long distance, the Duke of Dingguo would not take the risk.
So he could only watch You Bingyue's departing figure, becoming a motionless "waiting-for-him-wife stone."
Seeing that the man couldn't change his posture anytime soon, Yu Zhiyi didn't disturb him and returned to her own Linfeng Pavilion.
“Miss…” Ziyuan hesitated before speaking.
Since it concerned a matter of divine secrets and the lives of many precious people hanging by a thread, Yu Zhiyi could not reveal anything, so she waved her hand to interrupt her: "I have my reasons for doing this, you will know in a few days."
In the blink of an eye, seven days had passed.
Du Ziheng's injuries have improved considerably, and he is now able to get out of bed and move around.
The matters at the estate haven't been resolved yet, so Yao has been staying there for the past few days.
Prime Minister Du was always out early and back late, and no one in his household ever saw him all day long.
Without the elderly couple's supervision, Yu Zhiyi didn't even want to put on a show with Du Ziheng. As long as he didn't go out and do something reckless, she wouldn't interfere no matter what he did.
She's too lazy to even go to Mingxi Garden to pretend to be virtuous.
She felt that Du Ziheng definitely didn't want to see her either. The most comfortable and perfect state for them was for the two of them not to disturb each other.
However, her comfort was soon shattered.
Because the Duke of Dingguo and his entourage have returned.
The butler came again: "Young Madam, the Duke of Dingguo and the Prince of Xiaoyao have arrived and are waiting for you at Xiansi Residence."
Zi Yuan looked bewildered: "What are we waiting for, young mistress?"
Surely we can't ask the young lady to pay her respects again?
Suddenly, something occurred to her: "Could it be that the Duke's sister has been found, and they have come to thank the young mistress?"
The butler thought for a moment and then reminded her, "Young Madam, the Duke and the others don't look too good. You... should be careful."
Yu Zhiyi remained calm and said, "I understand. Thank you for reminding me, butler."
"It's all my duty, young madam, you don't need to be so polite."
Yu Zhiyi walked towards Xiansi Residence.
The steward thought for a moment and then called over a servant: "Master is on duty at the Hall of State Affairs today. Go there and tell him about the situation at home."
As for whether the master can come back, it depends on how much the young mistress, his daughter-in-law, means to him.
After the servant left, Steward Du silently prayed to God and then hurried toward Xiansi Residence.
He always felt that the Duke and his group had ill intentions and hoped that nothing bad would happen.
When Yu Zhiyi arrived at Xiansi Residence, Du Ziheng had been waiting for her for a long time.
At that time, the Duke of Dingguo and the Prince of Xiaoyao were seated on the left and right sides of the living room, respectively.
The carefree prince looked serious, while the Duke of Dingguo's face was extremely grim.
In front of these two men, Du Ziheng, the son of the Prime Minister, was like a guest, so reserved that he felt his soul had nowhere to rest.
Fortunately, he had been exposed to power since childhood and was able to keep the situation under control, though a look of worry inevitably appeared in his eyes.
As soon as Yu Zhiyi entered the courtyard, all three of them looked over.
Yu Zhiyi didn't hear You Bingyue's name mentioned by the steward, and assumed that the Duke of Dingguo and the Prince of Xiaoyao were too important, so the steward overlooked the unassuming You Bingyue.
Unexpectedly, You Bingyue didn't come at all.
As for why she didn't realize it...
If it weren't necessary, she wouldn't be able to keep her Heavenly Eye open all the time, as that would consume too much spiritual energy and physical strength.
She's not made of iron; she generally won't abuse her abilities for unnecessary reasons.
She would only do some divination if she foresaw a major change in someone's life.
"I understand!"
Du Ziheng came over to greet him.
His complexion had improved considerably after a few days.
He strode up to Yu Zhiyi, his worry undisguised: "The Duke of Dingguo and the Prince did not find the Duke's sister in Majia Village."
The Duke was furious, believing You Bingyue to be a complete liar, and wanted to have her slapped a hundred times.
Fortunately, the carefree prince intervened, and the execution was not carried out.
But Yu Zhiyi had no protection from the carefree prince.
Although he wouldn't stand idly by and watch Yu Zhiyi be punished, he was still just a commoner, and if the Duke really wanted to take action, he couldn't stop him.
Moreover, he could also tell that the carefree prince was also very dissatisfied with the empty promise.
The carefree king would not vent his anger on You Bingyue, but he would vent it on Yu Zhiyi.
He reminded her early on, hoping she wouldn't be so stubborn.
Admitting earlier that her judgment was flawed would have made those two less angry.
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