"Eldest brother-in-law, second brother-in-law, third brother-in-law, fourth brother-in-law..."
He heard Qin Ange's rapid-fire greetings in his ears. Turning his head, he saw that Qin Anmin had already joined a group of doctors behind him, hugging and greeting each of them.
"Mr. Su, we meet again."
A familiar voice came from the side. Su Qinghe turned her head and saw Li Honglan walking towards her.
"Master Li?"
Su Qinghe called out, her eyes questioning Qin Anmin beside her.
"Oh! My dear sister, I didn't have a chance to tell you." Qin Anmin rubbed his hands together sheepishly.
“Lord Li has been staying in Tianhe County on business these past few days. He stayed at my residence a couple of days ago. Last night, seeing me packing my things, he said he also wanted to go out for a walk. Since it was so late, I didn’t send anyone to your residence.”
Su Qinghe nodded to indicate that she understood, but felt a little embarrassed when Li Honglan walked up to her.
He swindled her out of a lot of money on their first meeting, and they didn't even get a chance to speak when they met at the government office the second time. Last time, she asked Qin Anmin to send her some high-quality pregnancy fruit, but there was no response.
But judging from her personality, she doesn't seem like the type to hold grudges...
"Master Li..."
Su Qinghe wanted to sound out Li Honglan's intentions, but Li Honglan waved her hand dismissively.
"Boss Su, please don't call me Lord Li anymore. To be honest, I didn't reveal my real name when you saved me last time. Actually, my surname is Baili, and my name is Baili Honglan."
Seeing that Su Qinghe didn't seem surprised or angry, Baili Honglan smiled knowingly.
"I thought you were just an ordinary restaurant owner. I have some status, so I didn't tell you because I was afraid of causing you unnecessary trouble."
“But that day Anmin gave me a superior pregnancy fruit, saying it was a gift from you, and I knew then that you were no ordinary person.”
As she spoke, she glanced at Qin Anmin, who stood beside her with a look of utter astonishment.
Qin Anmin glared at him.
"Why didn't you tell me that my dear sister saved you? Also, didn't you say you wouldn't easily let people know your true identity? How could you..."
She was somewhat indignant about her friend's concealment and wanted to say a few more words, but Baili Honglan covered her mouth.
Once Qin Anmin calmed down, Baili Honglan smiled apologetically.
"Isn't it just that the timing wasn't right? Besides, I didn't know you and Boss Su would have this kind of relationship!"
Qin Anmin snorted and turned his head away, and Baili Honglan then looked at Su Qinghe again.
“Anmin and I have been close friends for many years, and now that you’re her sister-in-law, we’re practically family. She often praises you to me, so I thought I should become friends with you too.”
After listening to her explanation, Su Qinghe seemed to be deep in thought.
The fact that it's hidden like this suggests that it has a rather unusual background.
But... Su Qinghe glanced at Qin Anmin and Baili Honglan.
Those who are sent out to handle matters are more composed and shrewd than Qin Anmin, and they seem to be somewhat... It shouldn't be something that requires much brainpower; it's most likely physical labor!
Su Qinghe quickly drew a conclusion.
When he looked up and met Baili Honglan's gaze again, he was also very cheerful.
"Sister Qin's friend is naturally my friend too, Lord Baili, you're too kind."
After exchanging a few pleasantries, the group quickly established their relationship, and Su Qinghe successfully gained another "older sister".
"Don't stand here, the sun is going to rise soon, let's walk and talk."
Looking at the sky, Su Qinghe took the lead and headed up the mountain.
The road here is relatively smooth, and the pregnant men don't need anyone to help them.
Three women walked in the middle, surrounded by a large group of men dressed in bright colors, making them very conspicuous on the mountainside. Every passerby would take a second look.
They walked and stopped frequently, taking breaks every now and then to accommodate the men. By the time they reached the summit, most of them had already begun their descent.
"We've arrived! We've arrived! Lingyan Temple!"
As soon as he saw the temple gate, Qin Ange shouted excitedly.
Even after climbing a section of the mountain path, he was still full of energy, while Ji Qingyu looked pained and was practically dragged up by Qin Ange.
Looking at Qin Ange, who was still so lifeless even after getting married, Qin Anmin helplessly rubbed his forehead.
"Sister Xian, has An Ge been acting recklessly lately?" She turned to look at Su Qinghe apologetically.
Su Qinghe patted her shoulder with amusement.
"Of course not, he's still your own brother, Sister Qin, don't always criticize him like that! I'm his wife now!"
Upon hearing this, Qin Anmin blushed and nodded hesitantly.
A group of people stood outside the temple for a while, and just as they were about to go in, a familiar face came out: Luo Pinzheng.
The group initially intended to pretend they hadn't seen her and not greet her. However, their group was simply too conspicuous, and she spotted them immediately.
"Oh my! Commandant Qin, Lord Li, Boss Su, what a coincidence!"
Upon seeing Su Qinghe and the other two, Luo Pinzheng was visibly taken aback, but immediately put on a smiling face again.
She left the man beside her and quickly walked a few steps to the group.
"Are you all here to pray for blessings?"
Her eyes narrowed into slits with laughter, and her gaze lingered on Baili Honglan for a long time, clearly indicating that she considered her to be the highest-ranking among them.
"Well, it's the New Year, I'm hoping for a good omen."
Baili Honglan kept a straight face, clearly aware of her position, and Qin Anmin waited for her to speak first.
"What? Lord Luo is free today? You've come to pray for blessings too?" Qin Anmin asked with a fake smile.
Luo Pin stared at her for a while, his expression meaningful.
"I am not as leisurely as Commandant Qin, nor am I destined to enjoy such a life."
She feigned envy and then spoke again:
"But I am the official in charge of Tianhe County. No matter how busy I am with official duties, I must take some time to go to the temple to offer incense for the sake of good weather and a good harvest in Tianhe County this year!"
Qin Anmin gave a perfunctory smile.
She's quite eloquent. With just a few bland words, she not only portrays herself as a good official who loves the people like her own children and works hard without complaint, but also gives herself so much credit, as if the stability of Tianhe County over the years is all thanks to her.
Seeing her pretentious manner, Su Qinghe twitched the corner of her mouth and looked away.
After exchanging pleasantries, Luo Pinzheng finally got to the point.
She first cautiously glanced at Baili Honglan, and seeing that she still looked dignified and seemed not to know Qin Anmin well, she then spoke with peace of mind.
"Commander Qin, I have an official matter I need your help with!"
She spoke with a straight face, but her expression was like that of a smiling tiger.
Qin Anmin frowned warily, remaining silent and waiting for her to finish speaking.
Luo Pinzheng continued with a smile:
"It's not a big deal, it's just that the business situation in Tianhe County has not been very good in recent years."
“In the past, Chijiang River facilitated trade with surrounding prefectures and counties, but since the last major drought in Lingzhou, Chijiang River dried up. It took two or three years for the situation to ease slightly. As a result, Lingzhou submitted a special petition to request that the river be blocked for four years.”
"Although Tianhe County has more than just that one waterway, it is still the largest and longest. As a result, Tianhe County's tax revenue has decreased by several times in the past two years. I can't explain this to them!"
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