Chapter 285: Rescue
Qiao Chi instantly understood Chu Ci's intention and nodded in response, "I understand. I'll do it right away."
As expected, when many workers heard Nanny Qiao say that Chu Ci was going to visit the injured workers in person and needed someone to lead the way, their eyes lit up.
Some young craftsmen said excitedly: "Mammy, choose me, choose me. Master Mi or..."
At this time, an older worker nearby became more cautious, fearing that Aunt Qiao was trying to trick him, and quickly reached out to hold the young craftsman.
Unfortunately it's too late.
The young craftsman was outspoken to begin with, and in his excitement, he didn't notice anyone trying to stop him, and he just spilled the beans.
The older worker, with a frown on his face and a worried look on his face, clutched the corners of his clothes tightly with both hands, but he could do nothing but pray silently in his heart: I just hope that Aunt Qiao really wants to comfort those injured brothers!
His eyes were filled with anxiety and uneasiness, and his thoughts were in a mess.
Nanny Qiao is a shrewd person who came from the palace. She is best at observing people's words and expressions.
Then Aunt Qiao gently said to the older worker, "What's your name, Master? The Princess is truly concerned for the injured worker. Do you believe her?"
"The Empress has instructed me to see to it that this matter is completed and that the workers do not feel disappointed. If the Master has any concerns, please speak up."
As Aunt Qiao spoke, she pointed specifically at Chu Ci sitting in a carriage not far away. The carriage was beautifully decorated yet solemn.
The older worker's heart suddenly sank, his face filled with surprise and doubt. He said in a trembling voice, "Is the Princess really going to make a decision for us humble workers?"
"I've worked on construction sites all over the place for most of my life, but I never dared to imagine such a good thing!"
Nanny Qiao smiled and nodded. "We've finally caught up. The Princess is kindhearted and can't bear to see anyone suffer. She will definitely give the injured workers an explanation. Furthermore, the Princess said that not only will compensation be given, but more reasonable rules will also be established on this construction site to protect everyone's rights."
After receiving Aunt Qiao's affirmation, everyone started whispering to each other, with expectant expressions on their faces.
Some, with tears in their eyes, murmured to themselves: "If this is really possible, then God will really open his eyes."
Some clenched their fists excitedly, as if they had already seen a hopeful day in the future.
Seeing this, Aunt Qiao struck while the iron was hot and said, "So, Master, the princess is dedicated to the welfare of everyone. Would you be willing to go with her to deliver this good news to the injured brothers and explain the specific situation to her? Perhaps you can bring more benefits to everyone by going."
The older worker hesitated for a moment, gritted his teeth, and, as if making up his mind, said, "In that case, I will venture to go with you on this journey."
Chu Ci thought that the injured workers might have a hard time, but he never expected that they would even live in the poorest slums in the capital?
Chu Ci frowned, her expression solemn. She stared at the older worker with a sharp gaze and said, "Master Liu, is there something here that this princess doesn't know? Are you deliberately concealing it?"
"That's not the case, that's not the case. We originally thought the princess knew about it. Master Mi and his men weren't from the capital, and their families weren't with them. They carried all the money they earned from work with them, and after the incident, it was abandoned on the street, so, so..."
Li Yong (the young craftsman), fearing Chu Ci might become suspicious of them, hurriedly explained, his voice trembling as he spoke, beads of sweat forming on his forehead. "Princess, please understand. We truly had no other intentions; we were simply a little timid."
Chu Ci frowned, his expression solemn. "Are you saying that the reason Master Mi and his companions are in such a state of destitution is because the silver and money they carried with them were robbed by those lawless thugs on the street?"
"Yes, that's right. We were afraid of offending our superiors, so we hesitated and wasted quite a bit of time on our way out. We didn't expect that this would leave Master Mi and his men without a place to stay."
The older Master Liu did not dare to hide anything and told everything he knew in detail. As he spoke, his head lowered slightly and his face was full of guilt.
Upon hearing this, Chu Ci's eyes glared, a cold light flashing in them, and he said in an icy voice, "Miss Qiao, you should know what to do, right?"
"I understand." Compared to Chu Ci's simple hatred for those despicable thugs, Qiao Chi probably felt that this incident was more like a manipulation. Upon receiving Chu Ci's order, a ruthless look flashed in Qiao Chi's eyes.
Then she quickly retreated and her figure quickly disappeared from everyone's sight.
Although Chu Ci pointed out Qiao Chi's identity, Master Liu and Li Yong didn't know what kind of official the female official was! They were shocked and said in panic, "My Lady Princess, a strong dragon can't defeat a local snake, especially since there's only one female official. Those hooligans have always been arrogant and domineering in this area, and they have backers."
"What if something happens to the lady-in-waiting?"
Chu Ci smiled slightly and said, "You don't know this. Lady Qiao Chi is a fourth-rank official. She previously served the Empress. No one dared to offend her."
Master Liu was surprised and said, "Beside the Empress? Doesn't that mean, doesn't that mean..."
Chu Ci nodded and said solemnly, "So, you can put your minds at ease. The court has always been clear about rewards and punishments, and will not treat unfairly anyone who has made contributions to the court. As long as you are loyal and serve the court, you will be rewarded in the future."
As they walked and chatted, Master Liu and his companions finally stopped in front of a dilapidated wooden house.
Master Liu stepped forward, raised his hand, and knocked on the door while calling out, "Master Mi, Master Mi."
There was a hint of urgency and expectation in his voice, and the knock on the door seemed particularly loud in this quiet slum.
But after waiting for a long time, there was no response from inside. The surroundings were eerily quiet, with only the occasional barking of dogs.
Chu Ci felt bad and made a quick decision: "Kick the door——"
The guards around Chu Ci didn't dare to delay and kicked with all their strength. The dilapidated wooden door flew inward with a "bang", raising a cloud of dust.
It also allowed Chu Ci and the others to see the situation inside clearly, and everyone was shocked when they saw it.
I saw the person inside was actually holding a thin rope and trying to end his life. His desperate expression and resolute action made people's hearts tighten in an instant.
"Help!" Chu Ci didn't dare to delay for a moment. He shouted loudly and before he finished speaking, he ran in desperately.
Master Liu and Li Yong did not have the mobility of the Chu Ci master and servant, and were squeezed to the outermost edge.
Therefore, when they entered the room, Chu Ci was already quick-eyed and quick-handed. He drew the sword from his waist and swung it at the rope hanging at the head of the bed. The sword blade instantly cut the rope.
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