Chapter 652: Old Acquaintance (Update 1)
"Yunlai Tavern..."
Fan Chengzhuo spoke every word with a blank expression, but his eyes were tinged with deep resentment.
The driver was startled, and then he remembered that the owner of Yunlai Tavern was Ye Chutang!
That person has a big grudge against my master! How can I mention it now?
"Please forgive me, sir! It was my negligence! There is nothing good about that place anyway—"
"Just go there."
“What…?!”
The driver didn't react for a moment and couldn't help but look back.
Through the curtain, he couldn't see Fan Chengzhuo's expression at the moment, but if he used his brain to think about it, he knew that his master would definitely not be happy to mention this place!
The driver asked uncertainly, "Are you really going?"
Fan Chengzhuo laughed instead, but his laughter was quite cold.
"Why? Her wine shop is open to other people, but I can't go there?"
The driver didn't dare to say much and agreed immediately.
“Yes, yes…!”
He whipped the carriage and it turned and headed towards the Yunlai Tavern.
…
Countless thoughts flashed through Fan Chengzhuo's mind.
He was really anxious just now, so he went straight to Xie's house. Now that he has calmed down, he knows it is wrong, but he does not regret it.
After all, there are not many people he can ask for help now.
This move might attract the attention of someone who is interested, and they might trace the case back to him and Xie Anjun, but that would require evidence after all. Even if it really went to the court, he might still have room to defend himself.
But if Zheng Baosu was really taken back to the capital...all of them would be dead!
Now, we can only hope that Xie Anjun's people are capable enough...
The streets gradually became lively, and all kinds of noisy sounds came into Fan Chengzhuo's ears, making him feel more and more annoyed.
He simply lifted the curtain and looked outside.
At this time, they had turned onto the most bustling street in the capital - Yunlai Tavern and Lanyue Tower were located on both sides of the street, with people coming and going in front of the doors and business was very good.
Fan Chengzhuo's eyes fell on the plaque of "Yunlai Tavern" and his face became even gloomier.
Everyone in Beijing knew that this was the Ye family's property, so he had never been here before.
But today, he wanted to go in and find out what was going on!
He had an inexplicable premonition in his heart - Miao Sheng's sudden memorial today might not have been instigated by Ye Chutang!
If this were to be made public, it might lead to many people laughing at them. After all, those two people, one was a daughter of a wealthy family, and the other was an important official in the court. No matter how you look at it, there is no connection between them.
But Fan Chengzhuo doesn't think so.
He always felt that ever since he met Ye Chutang, his luck had become very bad and nothing he did went well.
Zheng Baosu was impeached today. On the surface, it seemed that he had nothing to do with Ye Chutang, but he still couldn't feel at ease.
So after thinking about it, he thought, why not come and see it in person!
If we can really find some clues, then this trip won’t be in vain!
Thinking of this, Fan Chengzhuo got off the carriage.
The waiter in charge of welcoming guests at the door immediately came up to him with a smile, "Sir, do you have an appointment?"
Fan Chengzhuo looked him over and said coldly, "No."
The waiter smiled and said, "Oh, I'm so sorry, there are so many guests today and all the private rooms have been booked. How about I arrange a window seat for you in the lobby?"
Fan Chengzhuo frowned slightly.
In the past, people followed and flattered him wherever he went, but since he was demoted, life has indeed become difficult.
But he did not forget that he had another purpose for coming here today, so he endured it.
"Whatever. Top with a pot of your new brew, what's it called, peach blossom wine?"
The waiter cried out, looking apologetic, "Sir, I'm so sorry, today's peach wine has been sold out. Would you like to try our snow drink?"
Fan Chengzhuo's patience was already limited, so he had no time to waste on talking to him. His face darkened, "No matter what, just bring a pot of good wine!"
"Yes! Yes!" The waiter also realized that this person was not someone to be trifled with, and immediately led him inside, "Please come this way—"
Fan Chengzhuo sat down in an empty seat by the window.
It is still daytime, but there are already many people in the store. It is not difficult to imagine how lively the scene will be at night.
Fan Chengzhuo looked around but didn't see anything wrong.
The drinks came quickly.
He casually opened the lid and poured a cup.
The clear aroma of wine hits you in the face, making you drunk before you even drink it.
Fan Chengzhuo's appearance showed that he was an official in the imperial court, but he sat there without attracting anyone's attention.
——After all, there are so many powerful people coming here every day, so what he does is really nothing to behold.
After sitting for a while, Fan Chengzhuo gradually relaxed.
Thinking of what happened today, worries surged in his heart again, causing his brows to droop, and he looked quite sad and depressed.
At the court meeting, he dared not speak and tried his best to cover up.
In the Mansion of the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery, he argued with all his might.
But only he himself knew how nervous and worried he was.
He knew Miao Sheng's ability. His Majesty was furious. Since he had been asked to conduct a thorough investigation, he would definitely do it thoroughly!
I'm afraid those things can't be kept for too long...
Fan Chengzhuo was extremely depressed and drank the whole glass of wine in one gulp.
That burning feeling went straight to the top of my head!
He swallowed it down, and after the spiciness wore off, he felt endless sourness and despair.
——He never thought that he would end up like this!
"Hey, be careful!" Xue Ran followed the two waiters and came over, looking cautious and nervous, "This is going to be delivered to the Fourth Prince's residence! There must be no mistakes!"
Fan Chengzhuo was stunned and subconsciously looked in the direction of the voice, and saw two waiters walking out, each holding a jar of wine.
It was obvious at first glance that the two jars of wine were different from those in the store. Even though they were just jars, they looked much more refined.
One of the waiters smiled and replied, "Boss, don't worry! We know the importance of this! We will definitely deliver this wine properly and won't make any mistakes!"
Another person nodded in agreement, "Yes! This is the medicinal wine that the Second Miss made herself. I heard that it is good for the body. The Fourth Prince's legs——"
At this point, he seemed to realize that he had said something wrong and quickly shut up.
Xue Ran chuckled, his tone was natural, but with a hint of pride.
"It's good that you know. How many people in the capital city want to ask for the wine brewed by our Second Miss but can't? But the Fourth Prince is different. He is an old acquaintance of the Second Miss, so he can naturally give this gift."
The two waiters nodded repeatedly, "That's right!"
Xue Ran raised his chin and said, "Okay, don't waste time. The carriage is outside. You two can go and send it off together."
"Okay!"
The two of them went out with the wine in their arms, smiling.
Some people around heard Xue Ran's words and looked over there a few more times, but they were not surprised.
——Just as Xue Ran said, countless dignitaries in the capital want this wine but they don’t have it yet!
His Highness the Fourth Prince is a prince and has a noble status, so it is normal for him to receive such treatment.
After Xue Ran gave his instructions, he turned around and went upstairs.
Only Fan Chengzhuo was left, gradually frowning.
Ye Chutang...when did the relationship with Prince Jing's Mansion become so good?
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