Jian Ning sent the message, but Ma Fuquan didn't respond for a long time. Tian's second child was a boy with a penis, which was a bit disappointing, but having two children in a row was enough to brag about to others. When he told Jian Ning about it, he asked proudly, "So, ask your old Ding, is my shooting better than his? Haha!"
Ding Youtian was also at the armory at the time. Seeing the message he had sent, he bluntly told him that he didn't act like a leader. How could he say such things to his subordinate, a female comrade at that? Jian Ning gave him a look and warned him not to call himself a woman. Even calling herself a woman was better than a woman.
It's so ugly. When it comes to women, Jane Ning's mind comes up with the images of the aunties in the family quarters.
She didn't like being called a woman.
[Are you still there?] Seeing that he didn't move for a long time, Jian Ning asked again.
[Oh, yes.] Ma Fuquan was now the father of five children. He had completely transformed himself into Ma Fuquan. When he saw Jian Ning calling for Captain Wu again, a long-dormant feeling in his heart was inadvertently awakened, leaving him stunned for a long time.
[This name feels both familiar and distant, like a memory from a past life. I was momentarily lost in thought, and I felt something inexplicably… well, I can't put my finger on it, but it somehow touched me.]
Jane Ning sent a smiley face emoticon.
Then he asked him: "Do you think it is necessary to stockpile more weapons?"
Ma Fuquan: [Yes. We must strike back at invaders without mercy! Only when they're hurt will they behave.]
After a meeting.
Ding Youtian came back from Blind Liu, looking unhappy. Jian Ning asked him what was wrong. He sighed and said, "Master said he wanted to stay here and not go with us."
"Ah, why?" Jane Ning was stunned for a moment, "Is it for 'Fog Mountain Weirdness'?"
"Hmm." Ding Youtian nodded, and Jian Ning poured him some tea. "Will that cause trouble?" He shook his head again. "The Emperor's health has been deteriorating over the past two years, and many matters at court have been gradually handed over to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. In recent years, hybrid grain has been fully promoted in all provinces and counties, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince's prestige in the hearts of the people is also rising. It is no longer something that other princes can easily shake! Under such circumstances, even if Prince Rui is in the north, all affairs here are handled by Lord Yang. What can he do to my master?"
"Don't be careless. We still have to be on guard. He's going to insist that Uncle Liu's book contains insinuations about the imperial court and write a letter to Prince Yong. How do you know Prince Yong won't make a big fuss about it? Even if he gets to the Crown Prince, he might not ignore Uncle Liu's crime after reading it."
"You should be worried. Even if the Crown Prince is angry after reading this, I'm afraid he won't seek trouble with Master in the next few years. Every transition of imperial power has always brought unrest, especially right now, the south is still unstable, and the people of Yue are ready to make a move. He is just looking to use my master and disciple. Not only will he not touch Master, he won't allow anyone else to do so either. Madam, rest assured."
"As for Prince Rui..." He stood up, his hands behind his back, and paced back and forth for a few steps. "Before I go to the south to take up my post, I will meet with Lord Yang and then go to the Dingzi Shop in Yancheng. You should also tell Brother Ma to inform Jincheng and have him pass on the order. Even if Prince Rui has any letters, they will not leave the north."
"Okay, I'll say hello to Brother Ma right away."
After Jian Ning finished sending the message, Ding Youtian added, "Actually, 'Wushan Weirdness' is mainly aimed at corrupt officials. As long as you behave honestly and behave properly, there's nothing to be afraid of."
A month later, the new county magistrate arrived in Danyang with his family. Jian Ning and his family had already received the news and packed their bags and loaded the car early. The people also gathered at the yamen gate early in the morning. Many of them burst into tears, reluctant to see the couple leave.
But all good things must come to an end. After staying in Danyang for three years, Jian Ning watched this small town gradually change from desolate to prosperous. He felt reluctant to leave, especially since Qiao Feng was still here.
Qiaofeng is a girl with a strong heart. Her life was shattered when she was seven years old. Although she was reluctant to see her master, father and his family, whom she regarded as family, leave her, she always had a smile on her face and could not bear to make her master sad.
Jian Ning pulled her aside, stroked her hair with his wrist and said, "Although you are my disciple, I always treat you as my daughter in my heart. Just stay here and rest assured. Your Aunt Cao and Sister Xiuqin will help you. In addition, your master is here too. If you need anything, go to him and Aunt Cao and the others. I will pick you up when we return to Beijing in the future."
"Master!" Qiao Feng threw herself into her arms, tears rolling down her face uncontrollably. "Master, my name is not Qiao Feng. My name is Hu Xueling. I haven't told you the truth. I'm afraid."
"Silly girl, your master and I knew this long ago."
"Ah, how did you know?" She raised her tearful eyes and looked at Jane Ning.
"It was your master who guessed it. I'm not as cunning as he is."
"Master is really smart."
"Qiaofeng." Duan Xinyan came over, followed by two maids. She slapped the two maids' indentures into Qiaofeng's hands and said, "Here, from now on, they belong to you. Let them help you with the affairs of the clinic and run errands. No need to thank me. My eldest sister will buy me a house in the capital in the future, so it's only right that I send these two people to serve my eldest sister's apprentice."
"That's good. If you accept her kindness, I'll feel more at ease." Jian Ning then turned to instruct the two maids, "Follow Sister Feng well. Besides the daily work at the clinic, keep an eye on the bookstore. Help with any chores and take good care of Sister Feng and the old man."
"Yes." The two maids knelt down and replied.
Over there, Cao was scolding her daughter-in-law Xiuqin, "Why are you crying? If it weren't for the princess and her husband, your husband would have died long ago. He should have gone with the adults to serve in the land. It's not like you'll never see him again. Stop crying like a cat."
"Listen to me, mother. Don't cry when you're pregnant. I'll come back to see you when I have time." Xu Dali hugged his daughter and kissed her, then leaned over and handed her to Cao. "Mother, I'm leaving. You stay home and take good care of yourself. I'll come back to pick you up when I'm successful with you."
He said goodbye to his family, turned around, and strode towards Tong Bajin and the others. Many people followed him all the way to the city gate. Ding Youtian and Jian Ning also walked all the way to the city gate before stopping and bidding farewell to the people again. Before getting on the carriage, Ding Youtian looked forward again. He had been drinking with Liu Xiazi until late last night. Liu Xiazi said that he would not see them off today. The Taoist priest was old and could not bear the separation, so he asked them to go on their own and not to make him sad.
After leaving the city, the three carriages traveled for several days before arriving at Yancheng. Lord Yang had sent people to wait for them outside the city gate for two days. When they arrived at the government office, Jian Ning took Duan Xinyan, Erniu and Sanniu to meet the wife of the prefect.
In the inner courtyard, the wife of the prefect had already led the maids and servants in the courtyard to welcome Jian Ning and others. Including Ding Zhu, everyone in the courtyard was kneeling.
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