Fan Tong regrets it now. If he had known this day would come, he shouldn't have done the good deed. If he hadn't been so kind-hearted, he wouldn't have given Chen Ruolan to Shen Yuanze.
But he didn't dare say that he had someone beat Chen Ruolan, and lied, saying, "Miss Chen, it's not easy to be a good person. If I hadn't been kind-hearted and given Chen Ruolan to my brother-in-law Shen Yuanze, she wouldn't have become the county magistrate's wife."
Chen Qingqing frowned, not believing Fan Tong's explanation at all. She was sure he had done something that Chen Ruolan would hate for the rest of her life, which was why she was targeting him today.
Now that things have come to this, there's no point in saying anything more. She said calmly, "Don't worry, Master Fan. The county magistrate is your brother-in-law. You'll be free in a few days."
Fan Tong nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes, Miss Chen is right. In any case, my brother-in-law is the magistrate of Anyang County. I believe that if he knew that I was imprisoned, he would release me immediately. However, your matter is a bit too troublesome, and I really can't help you with anything."
Fan Tong was right; because his brother-in-law was the county magistrate of Anyang County, Chen Ruolan did not dare to kill him.
The jailer, growing impatient, kicked Fan Tong in the backside. "Get in there! Don't waste time here."
Fan Tong, wincing from the kick, couldn't help but shout angrily, "You've really gone too far! Let me tell you, County Magistrate Shen Yuanze is my brother-in-law. If you dare to lay a hand on me again, I'll have him beat you with a board."
"Go to hell!" The jailer kicked Fan Tong, sending him sprawling on his back. "I don't care who you are. Here, even if you're a dragon, you have to coil up; even if you're a tiger, you have to lie down. If you dare to act cocky again, I'll beat you to a pulp!"
Another jailer scoffed disdainfully, "I heard you're quite wealthy. Hurry up and give us some money as a bribe, or you'll be in trouble."
Fan Tong was so frightened that he dared not speak out of turn. He hurriedly bowed and begged for mercy, "Sir, spare my life, please don't hurt me. I came out in a hurry and didn't bring any money with me. When Shen Yuanze arrives, I will definitely make him pay for your wine."
"You son of a bitch, you have no money, so what? You still dare to use the county magistrate to intimidate us. If we don't teach you a lesson today, I don't think you'll be able to speak like a human being."
As soon as he finished speaking, several jailers rushed up and started punching and kicking him, making Fan Tong cry out for his parents. Then they dragged him into the prison like a dead dog.
Chen Qingqing ignored him. Fan Tong's current situation was entirely his own doing, and he didn't deserve any sympathy.
As for Chen Ruolan, she is narrow-minded and always feels superior to others. Even if I hadn't schemed to get her into the Fan family, given her personality, we could never have become friends.
Forget about her, let's think about how to escape with our family!
******
Chen Ruolan returned to the county government office with the valuables confiscated from Fan Tong's house.
Qin Shousheng was nearly speechless when he saw the room piled high with gold and silver jewelry. With this money, he could finally give his report to the capital.
He grinned from ear to ear, "Madam is truly amazing, bringing back so many wonderful things. You have really helped me a great deal."
Chen Ruolan smiled indifferently, "You're too kind, sir. This is what I should do."
"My wife is truly my wise and capable wife. Once this batch of valuables is sent to Kyoto, I will definitely treat you to a good meal."
"How will you reward me, sir?"
"Whatever you want, Madam, I'll give you." Qin Shousheng said with a lewd smile. "I guarantee you'll be completely satisfied tonight."
Chen Ruolan glared at him playfully, "Master, you're so annoying. There are other people here. How could you say such embarrassing things?"
"Who is it? There's no one else here." Qin Shousheng looked around as he spoke, and then he noticed Chen Zhancai standing at the door. His face darkened. "How dare you, you bumpkin! How dare you trespass into the inner quarters! Men, throw him out!"
Chen Zhancai had wanted to go up and greet Qin Shousheng for a long time, but he hadn't found the opportunity.
Seeing the two flirting, he didn't know whether to leave or stay, and stood there awkwardly, his toes digging into the ground.
Upon suddenly hearing that he was to be thrown out, he was so frightened that his legs went weak and he knelt on the ground, speaking incoherently, "Your Honor, spare my life! Father-in-law pays respects to the magistrate's son-in-law."
Seeing this, Chen Ruolan quickly explained, "Master, please calm down. This is not an outsider; this is my father."
Qin Shousheng frowned. "Your father? His biological father or his godfather?"
"Sir, you're joking. Of course it's my biological father."
"Oh my god, isn't this my father-in-law?!" Qin Shousheng hurriedly stepped forward to help Chen Zhancai up. "So this is my father-in-law! This is truly a case of mistaken identity. We're family, yet we don't recognize each other. How can you kneel down and kowtow to me like this!"
"Of course, what can I do? My son-in-law is a high-ranking county official!"
"Father-in-law, you're too kind. Please take a seat."
"No, no, no, I am just a commoner. How can I sit on the same level as the county magistrate? Please, magistrate's son-in-law, take the seat. I will stand." Chen Zhancai was a sycophant who would belittle the powerful. He bowed and scraped, acting like a dog with its tail between its legs.
Qin Shousheng didn't stand on ceremony with him and casually said, "Since you're here, father-in-law, please stay at the county office for a few more days. I'll arrange for someone to show you around."
"No need, no need. I know the magistrate is busy with official business, so I won't trouble you."
Now that Chen Zhancai has gained power, he doesn't want to be controlled by anyone, nor does he want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Having finally made it to Anyang, I absolutely have to enjoy myself to the fullest.
Having made up his mind, he smiled and said, "I'm not used to living in the yamen. If you are so kind, give me a few taels of silver and I'll go stay at an inn outside."
Upon hearing this, Qin Shousheng burst into laughter. "Father-in-law, you're joking! How could my father-in-law spend a single penny on eating, drinking, and having fun in Anyang?"
"Really? That's wonderful!" Chen Zhancai's heart pounded with excitement. My God, happiness came so suddenly! He could eat, drink, and have fun as he pleased, doing whatever he wanted. This was like living the life of a god!
Since the county magistrate has said so, let's go to the largest and most luxurious restaurant in Anyang County for a meal later.
Then find the highest-class brothel with the most girls, book a room, and have a different beautiful woman accompany you every day. Eat your fill, play, sleep when you're tired, and eat again when you're well-rested. Wouldn't that be wonderful?
But if that were the case, would the madam be willing to accept it?
If, in a moment of desperation, someone were to do something malicious behind my back, like drugging myself and dying from exhaustion, that would be a terrible loss.
Thinking of this, he shuddered and tentatively asked, "Son-in-law, isn't this a bad idea? What if they're not happy about it? Then I'll be in a really awkward situation."
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