After Rebirth, She Becomes the Revenge Queen
Chapter 60 - 059: That Girl is Cunning!

Chapter 60: Chapter 059: That Girl is Cunning!

Pei Zhan certainly had no intention of taking credit for this. Regardless of his other thoughts about this girl, the ginseng was bought with her money, and she agreed to give it up. The Cheng family, having gotten through this crisis, must find a way to repay her.

Considering how difficult life had been for this girl at the Fu Family, and remembering the noble deed of her grandfather who funded the army with provisions back in the day, he brought her here so the Cheng family would remember the favor she did for them.

Only then did Cheng Shaoshi, looking at Fu Zhen, realize why Pei Zhan had brought her to their door! So she was indeed the savior of their Cheng family!

"Benefactor, please accept my bow!"

Cheng Shaoshi lifted his robe and was about to bow down.

Fu Zhen was startled and quickly jumped aside, "Great General, you mustn’t!"

If it were in her previous life, she might barely accept it, after all, they were of the same generation, and this was someone she called Chi Third Brother for over a decade. If it were ginseng from Liang Ning, it wouldn’t be unreasonable for him to bow, as it wouldn’t shorten her life!

But right now, he was a meritorious military general who had contributed to the peace of the country. Without people like them saving civilians from dire straits, who knows if she could even have this body today! How could Fu Zhen possibly accept this?!

Seeing the situation, Cheng Shaoshi called his two sons to kneel, but not before Cheng Chili rushed to the ground, "Benefactor! Please accept the bow from me! You saved my mother, so from now on, you are my reborn parent. I, Cheng Chili, will never forget your grace!"

You little rascal, at least you have a conscience!

Fu Zhen smiled as she helped him up, "Young General, you are too kind. Knowing the General today is my honor. Allowing that piece of ginseng to relieve the worries of the General’s Mansion is this girl’s fortune, how could I accept such a grand gesture from the General? If Young General feels uneasy, you may call me a little friend in the future, and this girl will be most content."

Once Mrs. Cheng recovers, you’d better come without hesitation or punishment awaits you!

Saying so, she saw Cheng Chiren about to bow as well and hurriedly stopped him, "Commander, please spare this girl from such honor!"

Brother Ren is a straightforward person, but she could not truly allow him to bow.

Everyone saw her being polite; though she was not from their circle, she conversed with ease and did not boast about her contributions. Aside from Pei Zhan, everyone inwardly praised her.

Cheng Shaoshi especially commented, "Miss Fu, though you look frail, your demeanor is generous and unrestrained, indeed showing some of the martial spirit of us men who live by the sword. Good lady, good lady!"

After praising her twice, he asked, "Where does your father work? See if I, Lao Cheng, know him!"

Fu Zhen replied, "In response to the Great General, my father is Fu Yun, Director of the Ministry of Rites."

Pei Zhan added, "Miss Fu’s maternal grandfather was Mr. Ning Pochi, the imperial merchant of the previous dynasty. After Mr. Ning passed away, his family fortune was inherited by Mrs. Fu. Today, when Miss Fu took the ginseng to handle affairs, I happened to encounter her. Miss Fu, understanding the larger picture, agreed to give the ginseng for Madam’s treatment."

As he spoke the words "understanding the larger picture," Pei Zhan cast a deep glance at Fu Zhen.

It seemed she had won over all the old masters of the General of National Stabilization Mansion in a few words.

"So she is the granddaughter of the Ning Family!" Cheng Chili said, "I have heard of your grandfather!"

"Heard of him is one thing! Why are you pointing at people? Show some respect to the benefactor!"

Cheng Shaoshi tapped his head and turned, smiling, "Miss Fu, please take a seat! Wait until I handle this matter, then I’ll join you for tea! For now, let’s—"

At this point, he looked around but saw only men, no suitable person, so he pointed back to Cheng Chili, "Until your sister-in-law comes out, you must entertain Miss Fu properly!"

Fu Zhen originally intended to see Mrs. Cheng, but knowing that treating her wasn’t something that could be completed quickly, she tactfully took leave, "It’s important Madam takes care of her health, Great General, you attend to your duties, I won’t disturb any longer."

Cheng Shaoshi wanted to entertain her properly, but his mind had already flown to the inner courtyard, wishing desperately to bring in the Imperial Physician to treat Mrs. Cheng, unable to spare the time, so he nodded, "I apologize for the lack of hospitality today. In a few days, I will personally visit to express my gratitude!"

He also had someone prepare silver, insisting on paying for the ginseng, which Fu Zhen firmly declined. He then prepared another gift and instructed Cheng Chili, "Escort Miss Fu out of the mansion properly, no mistakes allowed!"

At this point, Pei Zhan said, "I’m leaving too. Miss Fu can go out with me."

...

Outside the Cheng family, Doctor Hu from the palace had already arrived. It seemed that when the ginseng appeared earlier, someone from the Cheng family had already gone to the palace.

Fu Zhen looked at the familiar mansion and high walls, then at the slightly goofy Cheng Chili, who was standing before her, having been ordered out by his father, she felt as if she had turned back into Liang Ning.

Entering Cheng’s house had already been like this; who knows what her mindset would be when she next went to the Liang Mansion?

Thinking of this, her heart surged with hot blood. She glanced at Pei Zhan again, who was still keeping an eye on her—

Forget it.

This guy still held a belly full of caution towards her; now he even monitored her steps towards the Liang family, so she must not rush back to Liang’s house.

Here, they parted ways.

After the Fu family’s carriage left, Cheng Chili took two more steps, only to be pulled back by Pei Zhan, "What are you looking at? She is engaged."

Cheng Chili scratched his head, "This Miss Fu is quite good-looking!"

Pei Zhan shot him a glance and mounted his horse, "What use is good looks? The heart must also be beautiful."

Cheng Chili retorted, "Miss Fu’s heart is beautiful too!"

This precious ginseng, she actually sent it to save his mother, isn’t that "beautiful"?

Pei Zhan scoffed dismissively, gazing into the distance, "There’s something even more beautiful, a thousand times better than her."

Then he turned serious, "Don’t be blinded by beauty. I just happened to know her, and I’m unclear about her character and disposition. While you remember her kindness, also keep a vigilant eye."

Cheng Chili scratched his head again, "I don’t understand what you mean. What do you mean?"

Pei Zhan paused and said, "She seems quite interested in the Liang family."

Because the ginseng was indeed genuine wild ginseng, Pei Zhan chose to overlook certain coincidences. After all, nothing matters more than saving lives.

But as matters concluded, vigilance was still necessary.

If her interest in the Liang family concealed ulterior motives, then her intentions towards the Cheng family might not necessarily be benevolent either.

In this case, it was quite necessary to remind this fool before him.

After all, Cheng Shaoshi couldn’t frequently deal directly with a girl from an inferior bureaucratic family, and even if necessary, he would approach Fu Yun.

Cheng Chiren already had a wife, so there was no possibility for him to have much interaction with her.

Mrs. Cheng was currently ill and lacked the energy. Only this fool, Cheng Chili, would have plenty of opportunities to interact with Fu Zhen.

"That girl is shrewd, be careful she doesn’t sell you out without you knowing."

With that, Pei Zhan rode away.

The March wind blew gently against his face, warm on the surface, but deep inside, there was still a chill of autumn.

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