Chapter 206: Xie Yan's Cunning

"Just now, Master Xu used the example of Principal Yu from Baopu Academy. You should know that Principal Yu once defended the school when he was suffering from a high fever and a cold. He was quick-witted and debated with many people without losing the upper hand."

"From that time on, once you receive an invitation, you must attend all appointments except for matters of life and death. This has become a customary rule of Shouzhanlou."

"Calling sick at this moment can help me avoid the Chu family's sharp edge and avoid being retaliated against by the powerful enemy under the tree. But at the same time, it will also be misinterpreted by those with ulterior motives as Lu Yao being afraid of Chu Hanyu, and even affect Lu Yao's reputation."

"Besides, there is no such thing as a wall that is impenetrable. If Lu Yao reveals even the slightest rumor that he is ill, he will be despised by the scholars and students of Yicheng, and will no longer be accepted by Shouzhan Tower."

"Not to mention, you have already started to build momentum for Lu Yao in Yicheng."

"The greater the reputation you create, the greater the backlash Lu Yao will suffer if he retreats without a fight."

"Mr. Xu has really given Lu Yao a dilemma."

Xie Yan's voice was as clear and crisp as the broken stones of Mount Yu, and every word he spoke was accurately transmitted to Xu Qingxing's ears.

Xu Qingxing clenched his hands tightly, his heart beating as loudly as a drum. Regret and panic swept over him like a surging tide, making it difficult for him to control himself.

The voice trembled slightly. "What should we do now?"

Lu Yao frowned and said coldly, "I can't retreat, so I can only keep the appointment."

Guarding Zhanlou is not scary.

What is scary is the people who become famous year after year by guarding the Zhan Tower.

Xie Yan said casually, "You are alone and weak. If the Chu family uses shady tactics, you will be unable to defend yourself."

The listener was attentive, and Xu Qingxing muttered silently in his heart.

Weak and alone?

As long as Lu Yao is not alone and weak, there is no need to be afraid of the Chu family.

What should you do if you run into trouble when you are out?

Of course, he went back home to look for his parents.

Xu Qingxing threw the ground loudly, "Lu Yao, I will definitely take full responsibility for the mess I caused."

"Take the invitation and go to the appointment. I'll take care of the rest."

Xu Qingxing finished speaking and left in a hurry.

"Xu Qingxing, please discuss everything with County Magistrate Xu." Looking at Xu Qingxing's back, Lu Yao spoke slowly.

In fact, he originally wanted to say think twice before acting.

But, he was afraid that Xu Qingxing wouldn't be able to figure it out.

Xu Qingxing paused, did not look back, just waved his hand, and walked further and further away.

Lu Mingchao was a little puzzled. "Ah Yan, County Magistrate Xu was also powerless in front of the Chu family of Ningcheng, so why did you hint to Xu Qingxing to help?"

Xie Yan explained, "Don't underestimate Xu County Magistrate, who is just the magistrate of Changhe County. Mrs. Xu takes care of her husband and children without showing off."

"Mrs. Xu has a myriad of connections with the Wuxing Shen family and the Zhenguogong Mansion, and the Xu County Magistrate is from the Runan Xu family."

"The Xu family of Runan is also a powerful clan. In the previous dynasty, they had produced kings, princes, generals and ministers. A skinny camel is bigger than a horse. In recent years, the Xu family of Runan has been quiet and low-key, but it does not mean that the Xu family of Runan has disbanded."

Lu Mingchao's eyes were gloomy and complicated.

Although she received the original owner's memory, her understanding of Daqian was quite shallow.

What is the Ningcheng Chu family?

What is Runan Xu family?

Unfortunately, she used to think that County Magistrate Xu was a small county magistrate with no foundation.

She was just blinded by one thing.

From now on, you must never look at anyone superficially.

Otherwise, you never know when you might fall into trouble.

She, Lu Mingchao, is going to win, and she is going to win to the end.

Xie Yan seemed to have sensed Lu Mingchao's emotional ups and downs, and said gently, "Mingchao, I will talk to you more about these things in the future."

Lu Mingchao blinked and smiled, "Ayan, you continue."

Xie Yan nodded and said, "Xu Qingxing had good intentions but did bad things. County Magistrate Xu must express his gratitude."

"Before, you and I informed the Magistrate of Xu County about the whereabouts of Prince Duan, and only then did we become truly worthy of the Xu Clan of Runan's support."

"So, the Xu family of Runan will take action."

"No great family wants to be lost in the crowd for a long time."

…

Xu Mansion.

"Father, father."

County Magistrate Xu put down the teacup in his hand and frowned, "How reckless! How disgraceful!"

Xu Qingxing stood still and bowed politely, "Father, I'm in big trouble."

County Magistrate Xu glanced at Xu Qingxing and said casually, "I know your ability very well. You are not capable of achieving great things, nor are you likely to cause a huge disaster. At most, you can only cause minor troubles."

"Father, this time I've really gotten into big trouble." Xu Qingxing's tone became more urgent. "I've hurt Lu Yao."

Xu Xianling's pupils shrank. "Did you harm Lu Yao?"

"You can't please me, so you use force?"

Xu Qingxing: ...

This is really his biological father.

Xu Qingxing explained the whole incident in detail in concise and clear language.

County Magistrate Xu glared at Xu Qingxing and slammed the table, "Qingxing, are you mentally ill?"

Anyone with eyes and brains can see that the Chu family of Ningcheng is doing its utmost to enhance Chu Hanyu's reputation in the hope that he will be appointed as an official to fill the vacancy next year.

His son insisted on going to the Chu family to touch the mold.

The Chu family has a Concubine Chu, and things are no longer the same as before.

"Don't panic, don't panic." County Magistrate Xu couldn't tell whether these words were meant to comfort himself or to comfort Qingxing.

"The Chu family is a small rich family with a weak foundation. It is not a big problem. There is still room for mediation."

Xu Qingxing whispered, "Xie Yan said that Concubine Chu is pregnant."

County Magistrate Xu:!!!

Since Concubine Chu was pregnant with the royal heir, she was no longer a rootless duckweed of humble origin who relied on the emperor's favor.

The emperor's offspring are scarce, and scarcity makes things valuable, so each one is extremely important.

"Do you have a grudge against Lu Yao?"

County Magistrate Xu, who was extremely shocked and speechless, asked the same question as Lu Mingchao.

Xu Qingxing went crazy, "I'm doing this for Lu Yao's own good."

"Ha!" County Magistrate Xu sneered.

"Qingxing, don't make decisions on your own in the future."

etc!

County Magistrate Xu suddenly realized that he had overlooked something.

"You just said that it was Xie Yan who told you that Concubine Chu was pregnant?"

Xu Qingxing nodded without hesitation.

County Magistrate Xu stood up and paced back and forth, the light in his eyes flickering.

Who exactly is Xie Yan?

He had an accurate grasp of Prince Duan's movements and was also aware of the news from the harem.

Hunter?

What kind of hunter could be so unfathomable!

"Qingxing, repeat what Mr. and Mrs. Xie Yan said exactly word for word."

Xu Qingxing blinked and said, "Father, I can't do this."

He is not a genius who can remember everything he hears or sees.

"Tell me as much as you remember!" said Xu Xianling in a stern voice.

Xu Qingxing recalled briefly and then spoke slowly.

The more he listened, the stranger County Magistrate Xu's expression became.

Those words were actually meant for him.

Qingxing overreached himself, and Xie Yan followed the trend and made the best of his mistake.

While talking, he did not forget to reveal his own value to increase his bargaining chips.

He was convinced by this calculation!

Ask him how he feels.

So frustrating!

As for the annoyance of being plotted against, it can be ignored.

Who was to blame? It was my stupid son who caused this trouble first.

Should we send this reinforcement or not?

The magistrate of Xu County was hesitant.

"Father, didn't you say that Lu Yao has a bright future and has the potential to be granted a title of nobility or become a prime minister?" Xu Qingxing spoke at the right time.

County Magistrate Xu's expression became more complicated.

Father and son go to jail together】