Chapter 15 Chapter 15
Chapter 15
He stood there as long as he wanted, and Qian Tong ignored him.
Seeing that several officers were still milling about in the crowd, Qian Tong kindly reminded them, "This matter is beyond your control. Hurry and ask the prefect to come over."
The chief constable was so squeezed that he had no place to move his feet and couldn't leave even if he wanted to.
Qian Tong came to his rescue and said, "Please everyone make way for the officers."
The Seventh Lady of the Qian Family had become a victim of their shared suffering today. If she hadn't come, who knows how many more would have fallen prey to the Cui Family's murderous clutches. Those who had escaped the restaurant were all grateful. After hearing her words, everyone slowly withdrew, and a few officers finally breathed a breath of fresh air. The fat officer, sweating profusely, his clothes tattered, adjusted his belt as he walked out. "Just wait!"
Qian Tong is waiting.
Bored, she twisted her neck to talk to the man standing next to her, "Who do you think should come first, the prefect or the second young master of the Cui family?"
Song Yunzhi was a little surprised that she would ask him such a question. He knew what he was in her eyes, so he lowered his eyes and stared into her eyes.
Qian Tong smiled at him, "Are you afraid?"
Song Yunzhi asked, "What are you afraid of?"
"You're so brave."
She raised her head and looked at him intently, her eyes full of curiosity, as if waiting for his explanation.
She was talking about the incident when he stopped the police just now. Cunning people are generally suspicious. Song Yunzhi had to say: "Those who escort the convoy are not rats."
As soon as she finished speaking, she said briskly, "In that case, when Second Master Cui comes later, you must protect me well."
Realizing that he had been fooled by her again, Song Yunzhi turned his face away and didn't look at her again.
However, the person who came from the Cui family was not the second son, but the eldest son.
The descendants of the four major families grew up together in Yangzhou. When they were children, they did not understand the interests of the family, did not care too much about gains and losses, had pure minds, and often played together.
The eldest son of the Cui family was born to an aunt. Unlike the second son who was domineering, he was gentle and polite, and had many followers around him since he was a child.
Qian Tong had a good impression of him, and because of his relationship with his elder sister, Qian Tong often followed him around, calling him brother-in-law for more than ten years. Now, the woman that this brother-in-law brought over was not her elder sister.
He had a child with his concubine and brought the child to her.
He really wasn't shy at all.
Qian Tong looked at the family of three, the man and the woman, walking through the crowd with affection. The smile on his face gradually faded, and his eyes became colder and colder.
"Tong'er." The eldest son of the Cui family was dressed in dust, as if he had just rushed back from another place. A corner of his robe was soaked in water, and after it dried, it left a gray mark.
Her childhood nickname was originally a nickname her family gave her, but when her family changed the meaning of it, it made people feel uncomfortable. The second young master Cui didn't come, so it would be even better if his eldest young master came. Qian Tong stood up from his chair and said in a very indifferent manner, "Young master Cui, please call me Seventh Lady."
Master Cui was not annoyed by her hostility. He said slowly, "Let me talk to you."
Qian Tong: "Okay, let's talk."
Qian Tong looked at the mother and son behind him, "Young Master, are you bringing your concubine and illegitimate son with you too? I think they're timid. Aren't they afraid of being scared by us?"
Feeling her gaze on her, the concubine shrank back and subconsciously hugged the child, protecting it in her arms, and called out delicately, "My dear..."
Master Cui soothed him gently, "Wait here."
Qian Tong was glad that the person who saw this scene was not his elder sister.
It's not that he was too busy to take care of his children's affairs. He was very good to women. While he was in love with his concubine, the eldest lady of the Qian family was still drinking that damn fertility soup every day.
Qian Tong looked away with disdain, turned around and stepped into the restaurant first. The moment he turned sideways, his face showed hatred and jealousy, but more of it was sadness.
She feels sorry for her elder sister.
Song Yunzhi stood there without moving.
"Yunzhen, follow me." Qian Tong didn't even turn his head. He was angry and his tone was not friendly to the bruised waiter who came to stop him. "Today, for the sake of your grandmother, I will give you a chance to talk. Get out of the way!"
After all this fuss, the Cui family finally had a master, who was the future head of the Cui family.
Today's incident was too big to be resolved. Seeing that the second young master had not arrived and the officers had left, the few servants gradually became uneasy. When they heard that the eldest young master had arrived, they all felt as if they had been pardoned.
——
The Qian and Cui families had completely broken off relations today. While the two men were talking, their respective followers stood guard outside the door.
There were only Qian Tong and Master Cui in the room, with the door ajar so that if they made any noise, their men could rush in and rescue them in time.
Young Master Cui knew she was protective of her elder sister and resented her own mistreatment. Without further ado, he asked her directly, "What does the Qian family want?" Her commotion today was certainly not simply about seeking justice for the Qian family's son-in-law. He proactively asked, "Do you like the young master of the Lan family?"
The voices inside could be heard clearly outside.
Qian Tong brought only two followers, Fu Yin and Song Yunzhi. Hearing the eldest master mention his wife's other lovers without any hesitation, Fu Yin secretly glanced at the son-in-law next to her.
The son-in-law's expression was as calm as ever.
Qian Tong in the room was a little surprised and didn't understand what Master Cui meant.
The eldest son explained, "Your sister said you like playing with him."
"You are not worthy to mention my sister!" Qian Tong told himself to stay calm, but he couldn't help it. What qualifications did he have to mention his sister in front of her?
Young Master Cui said nothing. After a moment's silence, he said, "If you want this marriage, my Cui family can make it happen."
Qian Tong understood that Master Cui took her for a fool. "Master, do you think I'm easy to fool? With today's incident, the marriage between your Cui family and the prefectural governor has fallen through. What can you offer me to fulfill my wish?"
She said, "Since the eldest son asked, I might as well tell you that I have never liked any young master Lan, and the Qian family has never thought of marrying into the prefectural government. The eldest son is different. He wants too much and always leaves a way out for himself. But people only have two legs. If you do a split too far, be careful not to pull..."
Just as she was about to blurt out some vulgar words, Fu Yin outside the door urgently reminded her, "Madam..."
I hurried to look at my brother-in-law again, and found that he had already closed his eyes.
Qian Tongzui was quick to speak and didn't say anything more, but the sarcasm in her words had already taken effect. Master Cui's face turned unhappy and he asked, "What do you want?"
Qian Tong said: "Body contract."
The eldest son frowned and asked, "What kind of indenture?"
"The pawnshop." Qian Tong said, "Don't tell me, Eldest Young Master, you don't know what your family is up to. The evil deeds committed by the Second Young Master are enough to pay for the lives of your entire Cui family. Giving the pawnshop to me now will actually help you alleviate one of your sins."
Qian Tong didn't want to talk to him any more, so he laid it out, "Lan Mingquan has never been a good person. The imperial court will arrive in Yangzhou in two days, and his term is about to end. Before he leaves, he wants to take advantage of the four great families. Your Cui family has been eager to give you money, and the money has already been received. Sir, if it were you, would you protect the Cui family, who are being targeted by the imperial court and are acting recklessly, causing the anger of the people?"
The eldest son looked at the girl opposite him again, and his face finally showed some seriousness.
The first half of her sentence was correct. He knew that the prefectural government only wanted money, but if she hadn't fanned the flames, how could the Cui family have aroused public outrage?
Qian Tong was not afraid of being scrutinized by him. He lived and died based on his own ability.
The eldest son naturally understood, but he didn't question her. He pondered for a moment, then turned and told the servant outside, "Go and get the pawnshop contract."
Dental...
That is the second young master's most profitable industry.
The owner of the restaurant outside the door suddenly panicked and stopped him, saying, "Master, the second master hasn't returned yet..."
The eldest son interrupted sharply, "Even if he comes back, he has to be sent here in person."
——
Half an hour later, Qian Tong got a wooden box.
Before leaving, she suddenly turned around and asked the eldest son, "Have you come back to look for my sister?"
During the conversation, Master Cui's expression had already become fierce. After hearing this, a trace of guilt appeared on his face, and he lowered his head without answering.
The dead look disappeared, and Qian Tong said, "You should go back and see her. She is sick and has something to tell you."
After saying that, he left the restaurant without looking back.
Half an hour later, the prefect finally arrived. Unlike the servants who had just stepped out of the carriage, he humbly apologized to the people. "This kind of bullying of the people in Yangzhou is my fault. I am deeply ashamed and will definitely seek justice for everyone."
The man who came with him was the county magistrate who governed this section of East Street. He was short, like a quail, and he followed behind the prefect, nodding his head in agreement. "Yes, yes, everyone, please be patient. The prefect is here. No matter how many grievances we have, we can resolve them."
The prefect had a kind face and a friendly attitude, which calmed the people. They unconsciously stepped aside and made way for him.
The group greeted the people along the way and slowly moved to the door.
Lan Zhizhou smiled at the young lady standing in front of the door and greeted her from a distance, "Is this the Seventh Lady of the Qian Family? I haven't come to thank you yet. I thank the Qian Family for setting up the porridge stall to help the people of Yangzhou. I will report this merit to the court in the future and earn a reward for the Qian Family."
When it comes to the ability to make empty promises, Qian Tong is ashamed of himself compared to the dog officials.
She stepped forward and bowed, "I greet you, Your Excellency. You flatter me. Your Majesty is diligent in his work and cares deeply about the people. You advocate taking from the people and giving back to them. This is what my Qian family should do."
"Well said..." The prefect, without the slightest air of an official, looked like a kindly grandfather at home. He looked at the young man behind her and asked, "Is this Madam Qian's son-in-law? He is indeed extraordinary and a handsome man..."
Before he could finish his words, the county magistrate behind him fell to the ground as if struck by lightning. The prefect was stunned and looked back at him, "What's going on?"
The county magistrate knelt on the ground and tried to get up several times but failed. He was sweating profusely and his face turned pale.
The prefect was puzzled. "He was fine just now, how come he can't stand steadily?"
"Subordinate, subordinate, subordinate..."
Before he could finish his words, the seventh uncle of the Qian family stepped forward and saluted, "I greet the prefect and the county magistrate."
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