The next morning, when it was still light, Su Yin and his group got up early. Because everyone bought different items, they decided to split up and complete the supplies as quickly as possible. They agreed to meet at the inn at noon.
At the same time, the teams from the other three inns also adopted similar strategies. Some chose to go shopping in groups of two or three, while others preferred to act alone. Despite their different methods, everyone tacitly agreed to return to the inn to gather at noon.
Yesterday, when Su Yin sent Butcher Yang and her uncle to inform them of the news, she told them that it would be best to leave today.
As for the specific departure time, it is up to everyone to decide, and there is no need to gather at the city gate. After leaving Linzhou City, you can meet again in the next village.
In this way, the four inns naturally formed four relatively independent teams.
In comparison, there are fewer people in the three inns run by Su Yin and her friends, so the efficiency is quite high whether it is purchasing supplies or discussing important matters.
Su Yin sorted out her current assets.
I got 60,000 cash and silver notes from Fatty, plus ten valuable rings.
I got four thousand taels from my father, plus various unexpected gains from before, minus the expenses along the way, all the money added up to about sixty-six thousand five taels of silver, plus a lot of valuable jewelry.
Since he had enough money, Su Yin specially selected the largest carriage and bought two extra horses to harness to the carriage.
These two carriages were prepared for the elderly, the weak, women and children in the team.
In addition, the interior design of the car was carefully arranged according to her requirements: not only were there benches with storage functions on the left and right sides and at the rear to increase cargo space; but these benches could also be flexibly disassembled or folded, making it convenient to adjust the layout at any time.
Su Yin planned to use these storage stools to store valuables and spare underwear.
Su Yin sold the mule that had accompanied them on the journey and exchanged it for a horse.
The reason is simple: to get to the capital city as soon as possible.
The sooner they arrive in Shangjing City, the better. Later, those shrewd businessmen will get wind of the news and the cost of settling down will only increase exponentially.
Su Yin asked her uncle and others to replace all the cows with horses. If conditions permit, buy more horses to avoid being unable to keep up with the speed.
When you are away from home, you only need food, clothing, housing and transportation.
OK, solved it.
As for clothes and food, Su Yin didn't even need to ask for anything, her mother took care of them.
As for accommodation and bedding, there were two beds in the house, enough for the three of them.
Any more and it would be a waste of space on the carriage.
At noon, Su Yin, Butcher Yang and his uncle's family had packed their luggage and were ready.
When the three of them went to the counter to pay for their accommodation and meals, the shopkeeper waved his hand and refused: "The boss has said that the guests don't have to pay. You are all his relatives and friends, why would he take your money?"
Butcher Yang and his uncle looked embarrassed and couldn't help but look at Su Yin.
Su Yin nodded at them, and they took the silver back with confidence.
Then, the shopkeeper took out three packages from behind the counter and handed them to the three of them one by one, saying, "This is the money the boss specially prepared for you. It's a token of his appreciation. Please don't refuse it."
The shopkeeper handed over the package enthusiastically with a smile on his face.
Although Wan Sanye was rich, it did not mean that he would squander money at will. His generosity was enough to prove that Fatty treated them very well.
"Boss, please convey a message to him from me, thanking him for his hospitality." Yang Dahe said gratefully.
"Sure, sure!" the shopkeeper responded with a smile.
At this moment, the shopkeeper handed another letter to Su Yin and said, "Miss Su, this is something you asked the boss to do."
Su Yin knew what was in the envelope, so she took it and put it away.
"Boss, please tell Uncle Wan that I don't know when we will see him again, so I hope he takes care of himself." Su Yin said.
The shopkeeper nodded repeatedly, "I will definitely convey the girl's blessing."
The man was driving the carriage in the front, and the women were sitting in the carriage. Because Su Yin had two extra horses, she called Butcher Yang's son to help drive the carriage.
Inside the carriage, Su Baozhu looked at Linzhou Prefecture and said, "I haven't had a good look around yet."
"I'll come back next time if I have the chance."
The carriage was getting closer and closer to the city gate, but no one else was seen.
"I don't know if your eldest uncle and second uncle have set out yet?"
"Mom, don't worry. They have a lot of people over there, so it will definitely take some time. We can meet up at the next village."
There was no need to check when leaving the city, and the carriage quickly drove out of the gate of Linzhou Prefecture.
At this moment, a team appeared on the official road ahead, and the sound of "da da da" of horse hooves attracted Su Yin's attention.
She lifted the car curtain and looked in the direction of the sound, only to see a well-trained group of cyclists appear in her sight.
When she touched those people, her pupils suddenly shrank.
It's them!
They did catch up.
In order to avoid attracting their attention, Su Yin lowered the curtain and only lifted a corner of it to peek secretly.
Fortunately, they left in batches. If they had set out as a whole team, they would have been targeted by them at the first moment.
Su Yin lowered the car curtain and suppressed her pounding heart.
If they face this group of people now, they will surely die.
Naturally, that group of people also noticed Su Yin's group of carriages and horses, but they just glanced at them casually and then looked away, no longer paying attention.
Besides Su Yin, the people who noticed their group included the people from Baishantang who were observing secretly.
Baishan Hall
A small thug hurriedly ran to the backyard and knocked on the door of the second shopkeeper's room. He only heard a low response from inside: "Come in!"
After getting permission, the minion carefully pushed the door open and walked in, respectfully reporting to the second shopkeeper who was sitting at the top.
"Second Shopkeeper, we just received news from the north city gate that a group of about 30 people on horseback have entered the city. I heard from the brothers below that this group of people looks unusual."
Su Xiaozhong's eyes, which were originally slightly closed, suddenly opened, and a trace of alertness flashed in his eyes, "Come on, take me over to have a look."
The minion led Su Xiaozhong quickly to Qingfeng Inn. As soon as he arrived there, Su Xiaozhong noticed a group of people from Xinghua Village who were preparing to leave and a group of people from a mysterious force who were about to check into the inn.
Seeing the two sides meeting at the door of the inn, Su Xiaozhong's brows jumped.
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