Now that things have come to this point, Jiang Jiuniang understood everything. It was clear that Master Zhang had his eye on Mingzhu, so he set a trap by saying that Zhuzi had made the horse sick, and that Mingzhu was to pay off the debt.
Jiang Jiuniang had seen all sorts of shameless people, so she didn't find Master Zhang particularly strange. She just felt that Zhu Zi's family was unlucky; they were already suffering so much, yet they still had to be schemed against like this.
They tried everything to cure the horse, but that didn't actually solve the problem.
This matter had nothing to do with them and they could have simply ignored it. However, Lu Baichuan knew his wife's personality, especially since it involved such a case of bullying and oppressing men and women. His wife would definitely not stand idly by.
"I'll go take a look."
Lu Baichuan took the initiative to speak up. His wife was too dazzling in appearance. If that rich man Zhang saw her, who knows what kind of trouble he would cause. It was better to avoid trouble. If he went, there would be no trouble.
Jiang Jiuniang shook her head: "I still have to go. I'm the one who treats the horse. If you go, things won't be clear. I know what I'm doing, so don't worry."
The daughter is still young, there's no need for him to keep following her around. Lu Baichuan will definitely stay and take care of the child.
Seeing his wife's expression, Lu Baichuan said helplessly, "Then let Gou'er go with you."
His wife is capable and always takes the lead, so all he can do is take care of things at home so she has no worries.
Jiang Jiuniang looked at him gratefully. Over the years, he had always been the one who silently gave his all. It was because of his support that Jiang Jiuniang was able to do what she wanted to do with peace of mind.
In such a patriarchal era, it is truly remarkable that Lu Baichuan could achieve what he has.
The dog said from the side, "Okay, I'll go with Mommy."
Jiang Jiuniang then took the dog and followed Zhuzi to Zhang Yuanwai's house.
The Zhang family also lived in Zhuzi's village. They were the wealthiest people in the village. Their sons were all doing business in the city, while the Zhang family lived in their hometown with a group of concubines, enjoying their retirement and leisure.
At this time, a crowd had gathered in front of Master Zhang's house. Two horses stood in the crowd, not in very good spirits, but they were obviously much better than before.
The filth on their bodies had been washed away, and it was clear that Zhu Zi truly cherished these two horses.
Besides Zhu Zi's parents and sister, there was also an old man with a white beard, surrounded by several servants, standing tall and proud, looking superior.
Clearly, that white-bearded old man was the wealthy Zhang.
Surprisingly, apart from his white hair, the old man with the white beard was still in good spirits, which explains why he still had the mind to take a liking to the young girl Mingzhu.
"Make way!"
The pillar parted the crowd, clearing a path for Jiang Jiuniang to walk through.
The sudden appearance of this stunning beauty instantly drew everyone's attention, including the white-bearded Master Zhang, whose eyes were fixed on Jiang Jiuniang as if he wanted to see right through her.
"Did you heal the two horses?"
Master Zhang was very excited, and his voice trembled slightly as he spoke.
The woman in front of him was far more beautiful than all the others in his backyard. If he could get his hands on her, that would be a real bargain.
Jiang Jiuniang, however, was not going to tolerate him. Seeing the old thief's malicious gaze, she immediately flicked her sleeve and slapped him.
Everyone was stunned by her slap, especially the old thief, whose head was knocked to the side.
"Just say what you're saying. What's with all the glances you're giving me? Be careful, or I'll report you for indecent assault."
As Jiang Jiuniang spoke, she took out a handkerchief and wiped her hands, looking utterly disgusted.
The slap shattered Zhang's idyllic mood. In all his years, this was the first time he had suffered such humiliation.
"Where did this wild girl come from, daring to hit me like that!"
He pointed at Jiang Jiuniang, his heart filled with anger. He had previously thought that he could win the beauty's heart by saying a few nice words, but now it seemed that he would have to use some tricks.
"So what if I hit you? You shameless old man, you probably poisoned your own horse to harm a child just to scheme against a young girl. You've lived for so many years, and you really have no shame left, have you?"
She directly pointed out the despicable things that Master Zhang had done, which stunned everyone around her. They never expected that Master Zhang would be so shameless.
Master Zhang hadn't expected her to be so blunt and to see through his intentions so clearly. His face instantly turned ugly: "What nonsense are you spouting?"
"Isn't that right? Zhu Zi is just an honest, simple boy who never has the chance to come into contact with those herbs. If he wanted to keep his job, why would he feed the horse croton seeds, especially an excessive amount? That's why the horse got so sick. Besides, the horse is cured now, and you're still fixated on that young girl. Doesn't that just show your ugly intentions?"
"Besides, look at your age! Your skin is as thick as an old tree bark. How dare you have designs on young girls? Look at Zhu Zi's sister, she's old enough to be your granddaughter! Aren't you disgusting?"
Jiang Jiuniang cursed relentlessly, tearing away Zhang Yuanwai's fig leaf and leaving him speechless.
"You're spouting nonsense! Where did this wild girl come from, meddling in other people's business? I think you have a death wish!"
When Master Zhang saw that she spoke Mandarin, he realized she was clearly from out of town and couldn't possibly have any support in the area, so he immediately became arrogant.
"Men, seize this woman! I refuse to believe anyone would dare to act so wildly on my turf!"
Master Zhang's words extinguished the flames of passion that had been burning in many people's hearts.
Yes, this is Master Zhang's territory. No matter how much they suffer or how badly they are bullied, they can't beat Master Zhang.
Zhu Zi was terrified that Jiang Jiu Niang would dare to hit Master Zhang as soon as she arrived. When he saw Master Zhang ordering someone to attack her, he was instantly filled with fear. However, he remembered that he had invited Jiang Jiu Niang and couldn't let her be bullied. So, even though he was very scared, he stepped in front of Jiang Jiu Niang and said to Master Zhang in a trembling voice, "Master Zhang, it was this lady who healed the horse. I only invited her to testify. She has nothing to do with this matter. Please don't make things difficult for her!"
Jiang Jiuniang was surprised that Zhu Zi would step forward. She was somewhat surprised, but she didn't show it. She just pulled the boy aside and beckoned to Master Zhang with a disdainful look.
Master Zhang was successfully provoked and shouted, "Why aren't you going up yet!"
The servants immediately swarmed forward, all eager to be the first to capture Jiang Jiuniang, knowing that their master would surely reward them handsomely upon their return.
Before they even reached Jiang Jiuniang, they were kicked far away by her.
She looked at Master Zhang with a half-smile, and said sarcastically, "I never expected that a beast who eats the blood of his family would be so arrogant. I really underestimated you."
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