Chapter 281 Running Away After Doing Bad Things
Wei Xueqi's eyes lit up after hearing this, but she asked with some worry, "What if our ship rams into it and people discover your identity?"
Qin Jinzhi smiled slightly, "You did something wrong and instead of running away, you're just waiting to be caught?"
Under Liu Yu's skillful maneuvering, the boat sped toward the leaking vessel next door.
The people on Wei Ziming's ship initially thought that the ship opposite them had heard their cries for help.
But the closer the ship got, the faster it went.
"Eh!!!"
The boat rammed violently into the area that Wei Xueqi and Liu Yu had damaged.
Many people on the boat were thrown into the water by the shock.
The already leaky boat was made even worse.
Before Wei Ziming could react, the boat Qin Jinzhi was on had already fled.
The night at sea was tinged with moonlight.
Wei Ziming couldn't make out the faces of the people on the boat.
But the man's hands were behind his back, and for no apparent reason, the expression on his face made him feel that the man was mocking him.
Who can understand the level of despair one feels when encountering a madman at sea?
Wei Ziming quickly instructed the people on the boat to repair the leak.
There is no coastline where ships dock, nor any passing vessels.
If it can't be fixed, they'll all die here!
Don't let him catch the people on this ship!
Luo Shui laughed as she watched the chaotic scene on Wei Ziming's boat.
"If they die here, they won't even know who their enemy is."
As Wei Xueqi stood on the deck, gazing at the figure on the ship, the weight that had been pressing on her chest suddenly lifted.
She was stunned for a moment, then burst out laughing.
If that person dies like that, her revenge will be complete.
She has been mentally tormenting herself for so many years.
The impact knocked away all the shackles binding her.
Revenge? It's not that hard.
Wei Xueqi walked onto the deck and felt the sea breeze blowing in her face.
"Brother Yu, let's speed things up and get back to Cangzhou as soon as possible!"
The journey, which originally took three days, was shortened to two days.
Upon receiving the news, Wei Xuan rushed to the dock without stopping.
Wei Xueqi saw Wei Xuan and excitedly called out, "Mother!"
Wei Xuan stepped forward and caught Wei Xueqi, who lunged at her.
With just one glance, the mother noticed the change in Wei Xueqi.
It's not a change in appearance, but a change in spirit and vitality from the inside out.
Wei Xuan was very pleased to see this, and she touched Wei Xueqi's face.
He then immediately stepped forward and respectfully bowed to Qin Jinzhi.
"master."
Qin Jinzhi's identity is not yet known to others, so she does not use the honorific title "Qin Jinzhi" in public.
But Liu Yu, who followed them off the boat, was taken aback.
The person he admired most was the helmsman, and she actually addressed this friend of the young lady as her master!
No wonder the captain sent him to pick him up personally.
His expression, which had been impassive, became respectful, and he followed a step behind the group.
Wei Xuan led Qin Jinzhi to the gang.
With no outsiders present, Wei Xuan immediately said, "Greetings, Princess. Youzhou and Yanzhou have been taken over by your subordinates. Please give your instructions, Princess."
Upon hearing Wei Xuan's address, Wei Xueqi quickly replied, "Mother, you should address me as Princess now. His Majesty has bestowed upon you the title of Princess Zhenguo and has granted you the special privilege of inheriting the title as a woman."
Qin Jinzhi had just been granted a new title, and the news hadn't reached Cangzhou so quickly yet.
Wei Xuan was even more shocked upon hearing this, for the words "protect the nation" carried immense weight.
Most importantly, it is hereditary and perpetual.
Qin Jinzhi will be the next Prince of Zhenbei!
Her judgment and intuition were indeed correct.
The golden dragon has awakened, and Wei Xuan is now ready to ride it.
"Wei Xuan greets the Princess!"
Qin Jinzhi helped Wei Xuan up.
"There's no need to concern yourself with these formalities."
Wei Xuan saw the Four Killers behind Qin Jinzhi and said, "We have to thank Master Four Killers for helping us take over these two states."
Qin Jinzhi smiled and then said, "Now that you have taken over two states, the changing situation in the capital is a good time for you to expand your power. When you have all three states under your control, that will be your time to truly rise to prominence."
Wei Xuan respectfully replied, "Yes."
Qin Jinzhi said to the others, "Wei Zhangduo and I still have some things to discuss. You can all go out first."
Wei Xueqi immediately said, "Sister Luo, Master Si Sha, I'll show you around the Cao Gang."
After the three of them left, Qin Jinzhi picked up her teacup.
"We met Wei Ziming on the way here."
Wei Xuan frowned immediately. "Shouldn't he be in Huainan!"
Then she immediately realized that Qin Jinzhi knew about her past with Wei Ziming.
Thinking about how Wei Xueqi looked when I saw her today.
After a few moments of thought, I understood what was going on.
"Thank you, Princess, for helping my daughter resolve her inner conflict."
Qin Jinzhi waved her hand, "There was no imperial decree in the court to send Wei Ziming to Cangzhou. He must have come to Cangzhou privately this time. What do you think is his purpose in coming here?"
So many things have happened in the capital, and a closer examination reveals that the Wei family is involved in many of them.
The head of the Wei family is Wei Ziming's father.
But now, the one in charge of the Wei family is none other than this military governor of Huainan.
Wei Xuan frowned. "I haven't seen him for many years, so I can't guess why he came here. But as soon as he steps into Cangzhou, his every word and action will be noticed by my eyes and ears, so I will naturally know what he is here for."
Qin Jinzhi took a sip of tea. “Now there is a growing trend of vying for the throne in the capital. The waterway is a must-win situation. You have taken two states, and now the three states are connected. As long as you can completely control the three states, this waterway will become a vital route, which can be attacked or defended. Those people in the capital cannot help but have their eyes on it. I guess that Wei Ziming appeared here for this reason.”
A hint of hatred flickered in Wei Xuan's eyes, but her gaze remained clear.
“Wei Ziming is ruthless and cunning, and he will stop at nothing to achieve his goals. If he really came for this matter, Cangzhou may be in chaos.”
Qin Jinzhi smiled and said, "Then kill him."
Wei Xuan watched Qin Jinzhi speak casually, a glint of excitement flashing in her eyes.
Over the years, Wei Xuan has thought about revenge.
But as a member of the Wei family, Wei Ziming would be in danger if her affair were exposed.
Her daughter, her subordinates, and the entire canal gang will suffer a great calamity.
The powerful families are all in cahoots; she can't let so many lives be lost for personal revenge.
But now, her time for revenge has come.
Qin Jinzhi looked into Wei Xuan's ambitious eyes.
There was not only hatred there, but also fearless determination.
She is always generous to her own people.
Therefore, she allowed Wei Xuan to use her influence.
By leveraging the influence of Princess Zhenguo and the young master of the Zhenbei Army.
Wei Xuan stood up and knelt on one knee, her face flashing with excitement.
"Wei Xuan, yes sir!"
Qin Jinzhi smiled, stood up and said, "My senior brother has been bothering your Cao Gang ever since he was injured. I wonder if you could take me to see him?"
Wei Xuan stood up. "Princess, please. This way, please. I will show you the way."
Qin Jinzhi followed Wei Xuan to a quiet courtyard.
Wei Xuan knocked on the door.
Just as she was about to push open the door, Qin Jinzhi took a sniff of the air.
He retreated with a speechless expression, then nimbly climbed over the wall.
In the courtyard, a red-haired monster was squatting on a stool, looking intently at the entrance.
Sitting on the wall, Qin Jinzhi said helplessly, "Senior brother, can you and senior sister come up with a different trick?"
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