Yong'an City Government Office
As Zhuang Guoqiang listened to his two children recount what had just happened on the main street, his brows furrowed deeply.
The Zhuang family has ruled Yong'an City for generations, so why are there so many unfamiliar faces today, and not just any unfamiliar faces, but formidable ones?
Zhuang Hongliang glanced at Zhuang Xiaomei and complained:
"It's all your fault! They only offered a thousand taels of silver, and you agreed? You're so easily satisfied."
Zhuang Xiaomei, however, just pursed her lips at him indifferently.
“Brother, didn’t you see the situation back then? You were no match for them at all. Even if all of us, the shrimp soldiers and crab generals, went up, we still wouldn’t be a match for them. Instead of fighting them head-on, we should take the silver and come back to discuss this matter with Father.”
Zhuang Guoqiang nodded in agreement.
“Xiaomei is right. We can’t confront them head-on before we know their identities. I will have someone investigate this matter. You should not get involved for now, and try not to have any conflicts with them on the street.”
"Father, this is Yong'an City, our territory. Do you expect us to live so cautiously in our own home? Do these outsiders think they can rule Yong'an City?"
"Liang'er, why are you always so short-tempered? Sometimes you're even worse than your sister. Didn't I tell you that I would handle this matter? We'll deal with it together after we find out their purpose in coming to Yong'an City. Why are you in such a hurry?"
Zhuang Hongliang narrowed his eyes and nodded guiltily.
"I understand, I'll do whatever Father decides!"
"Alright, you two earned a thousand taels today, so your trip wasn't in vain. Go and rest!"
Upon hearing this, Zhuang Xiaomei quickly stood up from her chair and gave Zhuang Hongliang a wink.
"Brother, let's go practice some kung fu. I only realized today when I sparred with that woman that I couldn't even beat her. It's so infuriating."
Zhuang Hongliang nudged her with his nose in a doting manner.
"I told you long ago, there are always people more capable than you, and there's always something beyond your understanding, but you wouldn't believe me, you frog in a well..."
"You dare talk back to me? You've already been beaten to a pulp, haven't you?"
"You dare laugh at me?"
"So what if I'm making fun of you?"
"you……"
The brother and sister, after arguing and bickering, left the place.
Zhuang Guoqiang's expression instantly changed from gentle to sharp.
“Zhuang Wu…”
He called out, and a man quickly walked in.
"master……"
"Go and investigate the backgrounds of these out-of-towners."
"Yes, I'll go right away."
After receiving the order, Zhuang Wu withdrew, but Zhuang Guoqiang's brows were clouded with gloom.
The Zhuang family has served as officials in Yong'an City for generations. If the Zhuang family members stomp their feet, the ground of Yong'an City will tremble.
They, the landlords, are the king of Yong'an City.
But now, a few outsiders have inexplicably arrived who dare to defy the government. Who are they, and how do they have such audacity?
The more he thought about these things, the more gloomy his expression became...
...
Luo Family Pharmacy.
Leng Chuchen stood in front of Luo Tianhe, head bowed like a child who had made a mistake, waiting quietly for him to speak.
Luo Tianhe took a deep breath and finally couldn't help but say:
“Your Highness, if your visit to Yong’an City is for official business, then we have no right to interfere or inquire. But if it is for Zhiwan, then I advise you to give up this idea as soon as possible and return to your capital.”
"Uncle Luo, I know I bear responsibility for what happened last time, but..."
"Don't bring up what happened last time. I'll tell you again, don't have any ulterior motives towards Zhiwan. We are just ordinary farmers, and we are not worthy of your status as royalty. You should leave!"
"Uncle Luo, I can't leave. I've been looking for you for so long, just to come and apologize to Zhiwan."
Hearing this, Zhiwan, who was standing to the side, frowned. He came to apologize to her?
Because of what? Was it the incident that landed them in jail last time? Or...?
Yiming and Jiawang hid behind the door, peeking out to secretly watch what was happening outside.
Zhiruo and Jiawang's mother were cooking, while Hu Ke and Liping stood to one side, glancing at this and that.
Anyway, the atmosphere here is very tense and oppressive.
Luo Tianhe, his face grim, spoke again.
"No need to apologize, just stay away from her and our family will be eternally grateful."
"Uncle Luo, can I speak with Zhiwan alone?"
Luo Tianhe's brows furrowed immediately. Seeing this, Zhiwan quickly walked over.
"Father, I also have a few words to say to him."
Luo Tianhe hesitated for a moment, then nodded in agreement. Zhiwan pointed to her room.
"Please come in!"
Like a child who had made a big mistake, Leng Chuchen followed behind her toward her room.
The moment the door closed, Luo Zhiwan pointed at him directly.
"Leng Chuchen, what exactly do you want? Did you come to Yong'an City to find me or do you have official business? If you have official business, then after dinner, please leave immediately, and we should never see each other again..."
He suddenly raised his hand, grasped her fingers tightly, looked at her with affection in his eyes, and opened his other hand, revealing the jade pendant that had been with her for three years.
Upon seeing the jade pendant, she understood everything; she gasped in shock.
"What...what is this?"
"This is yours. It was left to you three years ago in that grove outside Phoenix City by a man after he humiliated you."
It's over.
It seems he already knows the truth.
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