Are Chapter 76 and Chapter 76 the same? Of course not, in the woman...
Su Xi tensed her shoulders, secretly glancing at Fu Jun, her heart pounding with anxiety. She wondered if, after giving him the master-servant contract, he would still hold it against them for hurting Su Mang.
Guard Fang raised his right arm and warned impatiently, "What are you looking at? If you don't take it out, my fist won't wait."
Su Xi quickly looked away and hurriedly reached into her sleeve pocket.
Fu Yun added coldly, "Give me Su Mang's as well."
Su Xi paused in her rummaging through her sleeve pocket, a fleeting shadow of gloom crossing her eyes, before responding softly, "Understood."
She quickly pulled out two contracts from her sleeve pocket, lowered her eyes to hide the resentment in them, and handed them to Fu Jun: "These are the contracts between the two of them."
Fu Yun took it and glanced at it subconsciously, but still couldn't understand the contents. Just as she was about to ask 006 if there was a problem with the contract, she inadvertently noticed out of the corner of her eye that Su Xi's fingers were tightly gripping her outer shirt, her five fingers so strong that they turned white and deformed.
He immediately understood, took a few steps forward, and handed the document to the professional: "Guard Zhang, could you please take a look at these two contracts for me? Are there any problems?"
Su Xi's face turned deathly pale, and she interrupted impatiently, "Wait a minute, I think I put the master-servant contract in both sleeve pockets. Let me check again to see if I forgot to give it to you."
As she spoke, she frantically reached for the other sleeve.
As soon as Su Xi interrupted, Guard Zhang stopped checking the contract.
Fu Yun looked at Su Xi's guilty expression and sneered inwardly, "You're quick to react."
She probably assumed that Su Zi's injuries were unclear and Su Mang was seriously injured, so she, along with Guard Fang and Guard Zhang, would just glance at the contract after receiving it and rush them to the clinic for treatment without wasting time investigating further.
Before long, Su Man indeed took out another piece of paper.
Guard Zhang took them all and examined them carefully.
Turning to the third contract, she exclaimed "Huh?" and asked curiously, "Why does Miss Su Mang have two contracts?"
Su Mang was taken aback upon hearing this, then, as if remembering something, she explained, "When I left the Su residence with Young Master Su, we were in a hurry and didn't have time to pack our luggage, so we couldn't take the contract with us."
"I see." Guard Fang glanced at Su Xi with a half-smile, already understanding a bit of what was going on. He then looked at Fu Jun and said, "Young Master Su, the master-servant contract is now in order. How do you think we should handle this matter?"
Fu Yun noticed Su Xi's nervous movements and remembered that contracts are usually made in duplicate, one copy for the master and one copy for the servant, and they only become effective when both parties sign and affix their seals.
When Su Mang and he escaped, they were in such a hurry that they didn't have time to pack any luggage. As for whether Su Mang had Su Zi bring out the contract later, he wasn't sure.
Given that Su Mang is from ancient times, as long as the other contract is still in the hands of the head of the household, she wouldn't consider herself a free person. Therefore, she certainly wouldn't focus on the master-servant contract, and it's highly likely that the contract is still in the Su residence.
Su Xi knew this, which is why she took the risk of secretly working on this matter, hoping to find an opportunity later to use the contract to threaten Su Mang. Surely she could get what she wanted and make her comply.
It's true what they say: if you have nothing to hide, you have nothing to fear.
Sure enough, after being tricked like this, Su Xi immediately felt guilty.
Fu Yun handed the decision-making power to Su Mang: "You are the person involved, so the decision on how to handle this matter is naturally yours as well. What do you want to do? Give them a taste of their own medicine and return the injuries on Su Zi to them? Or what?"
Upon hearing this, Su Xi's face turned ashen, and a deep fear flashed in her eyes.
Su Mang shifted her gaze from Su Zi's increasingly weak breathing at her chest, a fierce glint flashing in her eyes. She raised her eyes to glare at Su Xi, and seeing her pale face and terrified expression, a sense of satisfaction ignited in her heart, and her anger subsided somewhat.
Although I really wanted to avenge Su Zi for the beating, Su Zi was seriously injured and needed immediate medical attention. If it was delayed and left any sequelae, it would be a loss.
A gentleman takes his revenge even after ten years; there's no need to act impulsively.
"Forget it, let them go for now. Just compensate us for the doctor's fees. Saving Su Zi is the priority right now."
Su Xi breathed a sigh of relief, her tense expression relaxing. If she hadn't been restrained by the guard Fang, she would have collapsed to the ground.
A hint of displeasure flashed in the guard's eyes. He clearly felt that letting the villain go so easily was too lenient, but he didn't dare to say anything more. He angrily kicked Su Xi and said, "Did you hear me? Hand over the silver."
Su Xi's helpers had all fallen, leaving her all alone. She dared not resist and hurriedly replied, "I understand, I'll go get it right away."
As she spoke, she cautiously pointed to Su Man, who was lying on the ground, indicating that she wanted to take it from her.
Guard Fang warned sternly, "I have never been a patient person. I advise you not to try anything funny, or I'll break your legs."
Su Xi shrugged and immediately stated, "No, I'm just going to get the money."
Fu Yun sighed inwardly: If Su Xi weren't so wicked, she would be a smart person. She wouldn't take her own money but instead take Su Man's. Even if Su Man woke up and questioned her, she could have pushed it onto Su Mang and Su Zi.
Thinking of this, Fu Yun casually said, "After Su Zi and Su Mang see the doctor and receive treatment, they will need to rest and recuperate. They probably won't be able to work for at least six months. Let's say the medical expenses and lost wages are twelve taels of silver!"
Su Xi paused slightly as she rummaged through her purse, looked up at Fu Jun, a flash of anger in her eyes, and snapped, "You're robbing me..."
Fu Yun interrupted directly: "Take two taels of silver from each of their pockets. Including you, there are exactly six of them. It's fair and just."
Guard Zhang kicked Su Xi impatiently: "What? You're not satisfied with this arrangement?"
She paused, then added with a cold laugh, "Or are you saying you want to pay for it all by yourself?"
"No! I'm very satisfied." Su Xi was scared half to death. She quickly took out two small silver ingots from Su Man's purse, then scrambled over to the others and took out the silver from each of them. She then took out a handkerchief, wrapped them together, and respectfully handed them to Su Mang, not daring to show the slightest reluctance.
Su Mang didn't refuse and reached out to take it.
Once he had the money, Fu Jun squatted down, intending to help Su Zi up from the ground and carry her to see a doctor.
Su Mang stepped in to stop him: "Young master, let me do it!"
Fu Yun glanced at Su Mang's bloodless face and said in a deep voice, "You are also seriously injured. Where did you get the strength to carry Su Zi?"
As he spoke, he grabbed Su Zi's arm, intending to pull her up, but was stopped by a strong, thin arm that suddenly reached out from mid-air: "Young Master Su, how can someone as slender as you carry Miss Su?"
Fu Yun's face stiffened: "..." Had he heard correctly? Slender? Can adjectives be used so carelessly?
"Let me do it! Miss Su Zi's injuries can't wait."
As soon as Zhang the guard finished speaking, Su Zi was lifted up from the ground by Zhang's skillful strength and then carried on his back.
"I will take Miss Su Zi ahead of you. You can meet me at Jichun Hall."
After she finished speaking, without waiting for Fu Yun and the guards to respond, she carried Su Zi and strode away.
Fu Yun and Su Mang looked at each other, and then simultaneously looked at Guard Fang.
A hint of embarrassment flashed across Guard Fang's eyes. He cleared his throat, lowered his head, and pretended not to notice Fu Yun and Su Mang's gazes as he scanned the people lying on the ground.
Fu Jun chuckled and shook his head, changing the subject: "The matter has been resolved, let's go!"
Upon hearing this, Guard Fang withdrew his gaze and nodded in acknowledgment.
Fu Yun helped Su Mang walk toward the door, limping along.
Guard Fang followed behind the two to protect them, in case anything else happened.
Fu Yun had only just stepped out of the Su residence when he heard Fang, the guard, explain behind him: "Xiao Zhang has always acted on her own whims. She meant no harm. Please don't take offense."
Su Mang quickly turned around, her face filled with gratitude: "No, I know she was worried about my sister's injuries. I am very grateful to you for saving my life. If you hadn't come to my rescue today, my sister and I would have been beaten to death there."
"No need to be polite." Guard Fang waved his hand dismissively, helped Su Mang onto the horse, and after helping her sit firmly, he turned his gaze to Fu Jun: "It was only our duty to help. If you want to thank someone, thank Young Master Su. We were ordered to protect his safety."
Su Mang naturally understood the reason, but with outsiders present, she couldn't directly express her gratitude. She could only feel deeply grateful in her heart, her voice trembling slightly as she said, "Yes, young man has saved me many times and given me a second chance at life. I could never repay you enough, even if I were to work like a cow or a horse for the rest of my life."
Fu Yun laughed and said, "Alright, it's no big deal! I don't need you to be my slave. I just need you to work hard and make a lot of money so that I, your partner, can reach the pinnacle of life."
"Pfft~" Both Guard Fang and Su Mang couldn't help but chuckle.
The guard was quite surprised, as this was the first time she had personally experienced such a humorous side of the young master of the Su family. She had previously heard from the imperial guards that the young master of the Su family was an extremely interesting person, and that being with him would put you in a good mood all day.
Seeing it today, it is indeed extraordinary.
"You are indeed as witty as the rumors say."
Fu Jun smiled, didn't reply, and pointed forward, indicating that they could leave.
Since there were only two horses, one of them must have been ridden away by Guard Zhang and Su Zi.
Needless to say, the remaining horse should be given to the injured Su Mang.
The horse carried the injured Su Mang slowly forward, while Fu Yun and Guard Fang walked alongside.
Seeing Fu Yun walking on the ground, Su Mang immediately dismounted: "Young master, you mustn't do that, how can you give me your horse?"
Fu Junli shouted, "Don't get down."
Seeing that Su Mang seemed startled, he softened his tone and added, "You're injured and have trouble walking. If you don't sit down, do you expect me to help you walk the whole way?"
Su Mang frowned slightly, looking troubled: "But..."
"Alright, I've told you many times, you don't need to be so formal in front of me. Besides, I'm just here to make up the numbers. The ones who really did the work were Guard Fang and Guard Zhang. You should thank them."
Seeing that the fire was about to spread to him again, Guard Fang immediately said, "No need for thanks, getting to the clinic is the most important thing. We need to give Commander Ye a reply as soon as possible."
Su Mang then abandoned the idea of expressing her gratitude and could only say concisely, "If you ever need my help in the future, please let me know, and I will do my utmost to help you, even at the cost of my life."
Guard Fang smiled dismissively, not taking it to heart: "No problem."
During the journey, Guard Fang secretly observed Fu Yun for a long time before finally asking, "Seriously, do you treat everyone the same way, regardless of whether they are servants or royal nobles?"
Fu Yun chuckled and shook his head, replying truthfully: "Of course not. I wouldn't dare to be presumptuous in front of Her Majesty the Empress. If she tells me to go east, I wouldn't dare to go west."
"Pfft~"
"Ha ha……"
Guard Fang couldn't help but burst out laughing, teasing, "You're so honest! I wonder if His Majesty will be happy or unhappy to hear you say that."
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