The second courtyard.
Xu Mo and Zheng Ruqian are interrogating their younger siblings, with Chang Yan being the focus of their attention.
"Did you send Jiang San back to Yunshui County on horseback?" Xu Mo asked, his face full of shock. "He only slept three nights in seven days, and his pants were worn through twice. Did you know that?"
Chang Yan nodded; he knew.
“You even had Jiang San bring the Gao family here.” Zheng Ruqian glared and puffed out his beard. “Since you’ve come all the way to Anshui County, why didn’t you bring your old friends some Fengjing specialties, like cured meat or sausages?”
Chang Yan shook his head; he had truly forgotten about that.
"Is it about local specialties?" Xu Mo said, half-laughing and half-crying, and gave Zheng Ruqian a nudge. "It's about the Gao family now!"
Lady Gao was Zhu Zhi's wife in Anshui County. Originally, she wanted to live more comfortably in the area. Later, Zhu Zhi was punished by the governor of Anshui County. In order to protect him, the Zhu family killed all of Lady Gao's siblings, which can be described as cruel.
The Gao family members harbored deep resentment but dared not speak out, making them the perfect targets for being used as weapons.
But even if they kill Zhu Zhi, they will not escape legal punishment. If they follow Jiang San's lead to the second courtyard, then things will be terrible.
"Brother, don't worry. The Gao family has bullied the villagers a lot because Gao is the wife of the county magistrate. They deserve to die." Changyan said innocently, "Jiang Sanzhi has never shown his face, so he can't implicate me at all."
Most importantly, without the Zhu family as a backer, no one would make a big fuss over the death of a good-for-nothing.
Xu Mo remained silent for a long time.
He knew who his fifth brother had painstakingly planned for, and he also knew that this was already the best possible outcome.
But he still didn't want to harm the innocent, and he didn't want to see Jiang San lying sickly in bed with blood all over his inner thighs.
Revenge should have been his own affair, but so many people sacrificed themselves for it, leaving him uneasy.
"Xiao Wu, you should still discuss things with everyone in the future," Xu Mo said, frowning as he gave a warning.
Chang Yan nodded obediently, but before she could agree, Wen Zhiyun, who was sitting next to her, couldn't sit still and suddenly grabbed her sleeve.
"Big brother, it was me, it was all my idea." The already frail Doctor Wen spoke in a trembling voice, which made Jiang Sheng, who was in the distance, feel heartache. "I asked Fifth Brother for help. I didn't want to see Big Brother working so hard to plan this all by himself. I also wanted revenge. I also wanted to do something for Father and Mother."
He suddenly raised his head, his eyes already glistening with tears. "Zhu Zhi harmed your parents, and he also harmed my parents. He was clearly our enemy, but it was always my elder brother who charged into battle and planned everything. I did nothing and couldn't do anything."
“I gave him an allergen in Xiyang County. He can recover after six months of patient treatment. Other than that, I am helpless. I am not worthy of being a son or daughter. I am not a good child.” Wen Zhiyun choked back tears. “So I begged my fifth brother to think of a way to kill Zhu Zhi. That’s why my fifth brother came up with a plan for me and kept everything a secret.”
It was clearly his idea; Xiao Wu was just trying to help, yet he had to bear all the blame.
Even if Wen Zhiyun is timid and cowardly, she still knows how to take responsibility.
"It's all my fault. I was too eager and I resorted to any means necessary." Wen Zhiyun closed his eyes, tears streaming down his face. "Please blame Fourth Brother, it has nothing to do with Fifth Brother."
The entire courtyard was filled with Dr. Wen's suppressed sobs.
Chang Yan sighed softly, while Xu Mo stood frozen in place.
Yes, how could we forget that Zhu Zhi was also the culprit who caused Wen Zhiyun to become an orphan?
As the least noticeable of the six children, Wen Xiaosi always stood shyly in the corner. If her older brothers, younger brothers, and younger sisters needed help, she would step forward; if no one needed help, she would quietly rest her chin on her hand.
To deal with Prefect He, he could bravely open the Wen family clinic and then close it down without batting an eye.
Upon arriving in Fengjing, if it weren't for Zheng Ruqian's encouragement, he would still be holed up in the backyard, quietly reading medical texts and silently researching new drugs.
Unlike Jiang Sheng, who is content with the status quo, Wen Zhiyun is truly timid and cowardly, most afraid of change, and terrified of loss.
It must have taken him a long time to muster the courage to decide to kill Zhu Zhi.
He asked Xiao Wu to keep it a secret from his brother and sister, which caused him a great deal of panic.
Xu Mo sighed and softened his voice, "Little Si, don't be afraid. I don't mean to scold you. I just want to tell you that you should tell everyone what you're thinking from now on. Don't keep it to yourself."
"Just tell me, don't keep it to yourself."
“Yes, Xiao Si, we’re brothers, so feel free to tell your older brother anything.” Zheng Ruqian stopped glaring and said, “Second brother will definitely be the first to agree.”
Chang Yan, who had just been reprimanded, was speechless.
There was nothing they could do; their fourth brother was as delicate as a little girl, and his brothers were all afraid he would fall.
Fortunately, Wen Zhiyun was easy to coax and quickly stopped crying and smiled, "It's all Xiao Si's fault, I will never dare to do it again."
The solemn courtyard was once again filled with joy. Aunt Zhang took the opportunity to bring out two large bowls of glutinous rice balls, smiling as she said, "I haven't been able to eat properly these past few days, so now I'm going to have a few more bites. I personally ground all the fillings."
Jiang Sheng's expression changed.
Her brothers didn't eat well, but she ate quite a lot. Even now, she still feels a bit nauseous at the sight of glutinous rice balls and just wants to stay far away.
Where might they be hiding?
The little girl rested her chin on her hand, her mind replaying the image of her fourth brother crying repeatedly, and unconsciously walked out of the courtyard.
It's been ten days since we last broke up with Youranju. The dried cured meat and sausages are piled up in the warehouse, and Aunt Zhang's exquisite pastries have been made plate after plate.
Although her second brother left in anger, Jiang Sheng felt that if there was any hope, it would be better to continue the cooperation. Sausages and cured meats could be sold to others, but what about the pastries that Aunt Zhang had worked so hard to make?
Thinking about it again, Fourth Brother is working hard for revenge, so Little Jiang Sheng can't just do nothing, can she?
With mixed thoughts in her mind, the little girl slowly walked to Youran Residence. Being young, she was a bit timid. She stopped at the door, her mind in turmoil, unsure whether to go in or not.
Just then, Jiang Chenghuan came out of the private room, his eyes red, as if he had been through something.
Upon seeing Jiang Sheng, she quickly regained her composure and said haughtily, "I already said I wouldn't cooperate with you, so what are you doing here? Don't try to play tricks on me again. My brother isn't here, so you can't fool him."
Jiang Sheng raised her head in confusion, her gaze slowly extending until it collided with Jiang Chenghuan's on the wooden steps.
Two completely different little girls, standing at different positions, with vastly different backgrounds, one with red eyes and a proud face, the other with a round little face and a blank expression.
The only similarity is probably their age.
The waiter, who was squatting behind the counter, suddenly stood up. At first, he was puzzled. The head manager only said that the old lady was looking for an eleven-year-old girl, but did not say whose relative the girl was.
Now he seems to know the little girl's true identity.
They also understood the immense shock this news would cause to the Jiang family.
After hesitating for a moment, the waiter turned around and asked the head manager for leave, then turned and headed straight for the Jiang residence.
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