In the slightly dim study of the county government office, Wei Che and County Magistrate Chen were facing a simple map of the villa, brows furrowed, discussing strategies to rescue Su Huaiyue.
The flickering candlelight illuminated their serious faces, and the atmosphere was so solemn that it seemed as if water could be squeezed out of it.
Wei Che was extremely anxious. He pointed at the location of the villa on the map and said, "County Magistrate Chen, the longer she stays in the villa, the more danger she will face. We can't wait like this any longer. We must come up with a comprehensive plan to rescue her as soon as possible."
County Magistrate Chen nodded slightly, his eyes fixed on the map. After a moment of contemplation, he said, "Master Wei, I understand your feelings, but this villa is heavily guarded, and behind it is a complex mystery involving the collusion between the Chamber of Commerce and the enemy country."
"We can't act rashly. We need to think long-term and formulate a foolproof plan to ensure that we can both rescue Miss Su and eradicate this evil force."
Wei Che gritted his teeth and paced back and forth, his anxiety surging like a tide: "That being said, I really can't rest assured. I don't know what she encountered in there, what if..."
He didn't dare to think further and clenched his fists unconsciously.
Just then, there was a sudden sound of hurried footsteps outside the door.
Immediately afterwards, a patrolling yamen runner hurriedly pushed open the door, knelt on one knee, and reported anxiously: "Sir, Master Wei, we just saw a woman at the foot of the mountain. She looked extremely weak. She kept mumbling about wanting to see Wei Che in a daze, and then fainted. The brothers did not dare to delay and have carried her to the back hall."
Wei Che's heart tightened. After exchanging a glance with County Magistrate Chen, he immediately said, "Let's go and take a look."
The two of them hurried to the back hall and saw a woman lying on the couch with a pale face and closed eyes.
Wei Che quickly ordered someone to call a doctor. Soon, the doctor came hurriedly and took the woman's pulse for diagnosis.
After a while, the woman slowly opened her eyes, her eyes revealing extreme fatigue and fear.
However, after observing carefully for a while, she found that the person in front of her was wearing official uniform and had no malicious intentions.
Then he asked in a hollow voice, "Which one of you is the Magistrate of Chen County, and which one is Master Wei Che?"
Wei Che and County Magistrate Chen looked at each other, wondering how this woman knew them.
But suddenly he thought that Su Huaiyue was still in the villa, and maybe this woman was the messenger that Su Huaiyue had managed to send, carrying important news.
Wei Che hurriedly stepped forward and said softly, "Miss, I am Wei Che, and this is County Magistrate Chen. Don't worry, it's safe here. Feel free to say whatever you want."
Xiao Tao nodded slightly, a look of relief flashing in her eyes. Her cracked lips trembled slightly as she spoke weakly, "Master Wei, County Magistrate Chen, Miss Su...she's still at the villa, and her situation is extremely critical."
Wei Che was extremely anxious. He hurried forward, knelt on one knee, and asked softly but anxiously, "How is she? Is she in danger?"
Xiao Tao paused, as if gathering her last bit of strength. After taking a deep breath, she continued, "Miss Su asked me to escape and tell you and County Magistrate Chen something important. The leader of that villa is Chairman Zhao, Zhao Xingzhong."
"They are secretly colluding with Xizhao Kingdom, and those medicinal herbs are all shipped from Xizhao Kingdom!" Xiaotao's voice trembled slightly, as if she was still frightened when recalling those scenes.
"Moreover," Xiao Tao continued, "there are several chambers of commerce involved in this. They all have their own agendas and are divided into different factions. Chairman Zhao's faction, while trading with the Western Zhao Kingdom, also wants to make money from our own people. They are plotting a bigger conspiracy in the villa."
After hearing this, Wei Che felt a surge of anger rushing to his head, his eyes widened as if they were about to spit out fire.
He slammed the table so hard that there was a loud bang, and the teacups on the table jumped up.
"How dare this group of shameless people act so brazenly, colluding with the enemy and disregarding the lives of ordinary people! County Magistrate Chen, we can't wait any longer. We must not let their conspiracy succeed!"
County Magistrate Chen hurriedly stopped Wei Che and said solemnly, "Young Master Wei, wait a minute! This matter is by no means simple. There are many hidden complications. If we rashly lead our troops up the mountain now, we might alert the other forces colluding with the villa, making it difficult to capture them all in one fell swoop."
"Secondly, Miss Su is in their hands. If they are angered, Miss Su's life may be in danger."
Wei Che was extremely anxious, "But if I wait any longer, what will happen to Su Huaiyue? How can I watch her in danger and do nothing?"
County Magistrate Chen advised, "Master Wei, I understand your concerns. But we can't let a momentary impulse lead to such a catastrophic event. It would be better if we hold off for now and gather more evidence. Once the evidence is solid, we can strike. This will not only ensure Miss Su's safety, but also completely eradicate this force and restore peace to Southwest City."
Wei Che frowned, feeling torn between his conscience and his desires. He knew that what County Magistrate Chen said was reasonable, but his worry about Su Huaiyue made him unable to wait any longer.
After a moment's silence, Wei Che said, "County Magistrate Chen, I understand your concerns. But I simply can't wait any longer. I've decided to go up the mountain in disguise to find out what's going on. I can then act accordingly to ensure her safety."
Seeing Wei Che's determination, County Magistrate Chen sighed helplessly, "Since that's the case, Master Wei, you must proceed with caution. This villa is fraught with danger, so don't reveal your identity. If there's any danger, prioritize your own safety and evacuate immediately."
Wei Che nodded and said, "Don't worry, County Magistrate Chen, I will be careful."
At this moment, a yamen runner hurried over to report: "Sir, the brothers just caught a group of people at the foot of the mountain carrying medicine up the mountain. It seems they are delivering supplies to the villa."
Wei Che's eyes lit up and he said, "This is an opportunity. I can disguise myself and blend in with them, and I will definitely be able to get up the mountain smoothly."
After a moment's thought, County Magistrate Chen said, "That's a good idea. Young Master Wei, after you disguise yourself and go up the mountain, find an opportunity to contact Miss Su and find out the situation inside the villa before making your next plan. I'll arrange for someone at the foot of the mountain to meet you at any time."
Wei Che changed into the uniform of the medicine delivery team, disguised himself, and followed the team towards the villa.
Along the way, he kept his head down, silently thinking about what to do after seeing Su Huaiyue.
Finally, the medicine delivery team arrived at the villa. After the guards inspected them, they were allowed in.
Wei Che mixed in the team, his eyes quickly scanning the surrounding environment, looking for Su Huaiyue's figure.
At this time, Su Huaiyue was in a room treating his sick subordinates in the villa.
She was concentrating on preparing the medicine, but she was always worried about whether Xiao Tao had escaped successfully and whether Wei Che and the others had learned the news.
Suddenly, a scolding voice came from outside the door, "What are you doing?"
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