Chapter 570: Catch You Without a Fight!

Si whispered a few words to each other, taking advantage of the time they were drawing water to look around. They found no trace of outsiders, and their suspicion towards these women lessened somewhat...From nothing to something, from a place where everyone could step on it, to now where even holding a treasure chest is too risky, most of the credit goes to the Marquis.

It's the Marquis deterring villains, it's the Marquis standing up for everyone!

Now that the lord has arranged for people to come, how could the villagers object

Besides, everyone hates barbarians the most!

Let's not talk about being chased by barbarians, fleeing our homes and villages. Let's just say that incident at the docks, the whole village was almost wiped out. Almost everyone was injured.

These soldiers killing barbarians, they are avenging them, they are heroes!

How could they be unwilling to accept, to reject a benefactor and hero at the door!

Especially young lads, eager to dance with joy.

They wanted to go to the city for a stroll, to see Lou'an, to take a big boat to sea and see the foreigners with yellow hair and red eyes…

At home, they always said that there was no work in the village and tried to stop them from leaving.

Now that there's plenty of manpower, there's no reason to stop them from soaring high!

Li Laosi took the opportunity to talk to Wei Erniu about a few things he wanted.

Wei Erniu was honest and hardworking, but not stupid.

This time, my family really hurt him. He didn't hesitate at all and said directly: "Li Si Ge, I agree to demand back the jewelry and fabric. It's not that I'm unfilial, it's that all the military pay and rewards I earned before have been given to my family, and they are enough to repay their kindness in raising me."

"But, Xiao Cui'er… I’ve never bought her a single strand of silk thread. Instead, because of my hardships at home, she hasn't received anything even after marrying me. I feel guilty about it!"

"Those fabrics and jewelry were given to Xiao Cui by the old madam, the county princess, and Da Yong's wife. They rightfully belong to Xiao Cui. It was my inability to handle things that led to this situation. Seeing my mother threaten to hang herself, I had no choice..."

"It would be best if Madam could send someone to retrieve it. Even if she couldn't get it back, I would kowtow and thank her."

Li Lao Si patted him reassuringly and said, "Don't be too sad. No five fingers are the same length. We spend most of our time outside, unable to filial piety to our parents. Almost all parents show favoritism."

"These past few days, I've noticed that my brothers haven't been very happy. Probably everyone is in a similar situation, otherwise they wouldn't ask the Marquis to settle here.

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"Don't think too much about it. In the future, we brothers will live together and make things lively. When we go out, we can also look after each other at home."

Wei Erniu turned his head, wiped his eyes, and stared intently...

The next day, the village was abuzz with activity as preparations began for the construction of a second village. Wei Erniu and several of his brothers set off, escorting the Li family's carriage.

Grandma He and Shui Ling were in the carriage, embarking on their "debt collection journey."

Without saying, Suijin Beach over here is bustling with activity.

Only at the Duke of Zhen Guo's residence in Xin Du, the young master woke up from a hangover with yawns and dark circles under his eyes. He stumbled to the main courtyard to greet his father and mother.

The Duke of Zhen Guo looked down on his son's slovenly appearance and immediately flew into a rage. "Breakfast is finished, and you only now come to pay respects What kind of rules does your family follow Where did you roam last night"

"In your twenties, you haven't accomplished anything in academics or martial arts! What do you plan to do with your life, a complete failure like yourself"

The prince had heard these words so many times, his ears were sure to grow callouses. He didn't care one bit.

He scratched his ear, replying with a smirk that didn't reach his eyes, "Of course I'm waiting to become Duke!"

"You ungrateful son, are you hoping I die soon!" The Marquis of Zhen Guo angrily blew his beard and glared, ready to find something to hit his son.

As a result, as expected, she was stopped by the Duchess. “Alright, alright! It’s filial piety for your child to come over and pay respects. You don’t need to praise him a few times, just criticize him from head to toe. No wonder he doesn't want to come over!”

Having said that, she called her son forward and asked him about his well-being.

The Crown Prince had a touch of impatience in his eyes, but he still coaxed his mother for a few moments before finally asking, “Mother, have you visited the Jiangning Hou Mansion Have you seen Miss Bi Lian”

The noble wife was in a difficult position and evaded the question: “I’ve had headaches these past few days, haven’t gone yet. In a few days…in a few days when the chrysanthemums bloom, we will have a flower-viewing banquet at home. I’ll send an invitation to Mrs. Hou then, to inquire about her well-being…”

"Mother!" The Crown Prince was furious and immediately threw a tantrum. "You said the same thing last time! When exactly are you going to the Marquis' Mansion to propose I will never marry anyone but Miss Bilin for the rest of my life, or else I will make the Duke's Mansion have no sons!"

That's harsh!

The Duke's household had a difficult time having children. Despite the Duke having five concubines alongside his wife, he only got this one son when he was nearing middle age.

Now my son actually said out loud that he wants to cut off ties with his children and grandchildren!

The Duke could no longer contain himself, and shouted to the steward in a loud voice, “Bring me my whip!”

The housemaid fidgeted at his feet, too afraid to move.

The prince, instead of being afraid, mocked his father, "Father, you better stop making a fuss. Can you even swing that whip Watch out for a pulled muscle!"

The Duke's face turned red, his breath caught in his throat, and he almost rolled his eyes. The Duchess quickly rushed over to him.

She felt sorry for her son, but she didn't want to part with her husband. She could only chase after her son and say, "Go away quickly, you can play wherever you like, just don't stay here and make everyone angry."

The prince was truly heartless, not even glancing at his parents before turning and leaving.

His two long servants and little maidservant hurried behind him, grinning and suggesting to their master where to play today.

It's a pity, the young master has nothing but an unrequited love on his mind. He can't muster any interest in anything else.

As soon as the three men stepped out of their mansion, seven or eight officers from the Imperial Household Ministry came face to face with them.

As soon as the two sides met, the official asked, "Are you Prince Qinyuan of the Zhen Guogong's Mansion"

The crown prince was used to being arrogant and domineering outside, and everyone who saw him called him "Young Master."

At this moment, he was suddenly called by name, and it took him a while to adjust.

He was stunned for a moment, then glared with wide eyes, "You have such guts, daring to call out the young master's given name!"

He still wanted to speak, but several officers suddenly stepped forward, twisting arms and tying ropes. In the blink of an eye, they dragged him away like a pig destined for slaughter.

Chang Sui and the maidservant were startled. They tried to rush forward and grab him, but were kicked to the ground by several guards.

Fortunately, they weren't completely stupid and scrambled back the way they came to report to their master.

In the backyard, Lord Guo was just catching his breath and figuring out how to discipline his son when suddenly he heard that his son had been arrested by the officials of the Metropolitan Procuratorate. He couldn't quite believe it.

"What on earth happened What has your brother done wrong" He stood up abruptly, ignoring his illness.

This time it was the Lady of the Country Duke's turn to faint, she was pinched awake at her acupoint, and the first thing she said was, "My son ah, how were you captured This is going to take my life…"

The Duke felt a buzz in his head, slammed his teacup down hard, and silenced his wife's sobs. He then ordered, "I'm going to see the magistrate of Jingzhao. Stay home and wait for news."

The Lady of the State, awakened from her daze, also feared that if the Lord of the State fainted again, no one would be able to save their son. Thus, she quickly nodded in agreement.

The Grand Tutor braced himself and hurried to the Jingzhao Mansion, submitting a petition hoping to meet the magistrate.

Unfortunately, the post was submitted for a long time before a trusted clerk of the magistrate finally emerged to say that the magistrate was busy and had no time to receive the Prince.

He's such an idiot, even he can tell something is wrong now.

The Duke personally pulled the tutor aside, slipped him a silver note worth two hundred taels, and finally learned the reason his son was arrested.

He was so shocked that he couldn't believe it, "Impossible, isn't it already closed"

Here are three chapters offered up ~~ers a chance to rest and freshen up after their expedition.This has practically become an unwritten rule in the village!Although some guests complained, none of them made a scene.Although the Jiangnan...