Becoming the Villain's Discarded Wife
Chapter 383: Help from the Wooden Plaque

Chapter 383: Chapter 383: Help from the Wooden Plaque

"What’s your intention behind these words, Brother Shen?" The second-in-charge chuckled awkwardly, inwardly thrilled.

This Shen Xiaolang holds a post in the county government office, if he can speak so, then there might be a chance he could help them with formalising their household registration.

"The court has intentions to eliminate bandits, it would be better for you all to prepare to descend the mountain sooner rather than later."

Shen Wenchen did not attempt to lower his voice, and everyone in the hall heard him loud and clear.

He had ulterior motives.

At present, Nanzhi’s restaurant was in need of wine. Even though Xu Chou could remember the recipe, he never brewed wine before, and the wine initially brought back was almost sold out by now.

If the people from Qing Fenghan could clear their bandit status, it would be beneficial for both sides.

Although he was a general now, his monthly salary wasn’t substantial, only sixty taels.

Truth be told, it couldn’t compare to Nanzhi’s current earnings.

Chi Sheng’s face started to show a somewhat uneasy complexion.

He had some guesses, but he couldn’t confirm them.

Now someone had stated it outright, and it would be difficult for them not to believe it.

"Honestly, we were already sensing something was off, but were frustrated about not having a solution." Chi Sheng sighed, setting down his chopsticks.

Their location was equidistant from Xin town and Yan City. Years ago, officials had come to pacify them, but those officials were from Xin City. The lord of Xin City was extravagant and licentious, frowned upon by the people who had to endure extreme hardship. That’s why Chi Sheng had refused his pacification, which in turn led to resentment from the Xin City Lord. Fortunately, due to turmoil in the palace these years, they had managed to avoid being affected.

If they wanted to descend from the mountain now, unless Yan City was willing to let things go, they would just be stuck in the middle.

"Brother Chi, you may want to try your luck in Yan City." Shen Wenchen just advised this much and then poured himself a cup of wine.

"With some luck, we can maybe do business together in future."

"Thank you for the advice, Brother Shen."

Everyone at the table raised their glasses in unison, formally ending the banquet.

Little Yuanbao was pestering Nanzhi to let her sleep with her, but Chi Sheng immediately whipped her by the collar and took her away, planning to take her back to his yard to give her a good scolding.

This little girl was just five years old and had dared to leave without notifying. If he didn’t teach her a lesson now, he didn’t know what kind of trouble she’d cause in future.

With a gloomy face, Little Yuanbao could only wave goodbye to Nanzhi through her tears.

"Mommy~ you gotta come to save me~"

Nanzhi couldn’t help but laugh and cry at her words, she could only nod, promising to visit her the next day.

On their way out of the courtyard, they ran into Xiaoqi assisting Xu Sheng to leave.

Seeing his hunched and stumbling figure, Nanzhi felt a hint of sourness in her heart.

"Let’s go, Nannan." Shen Wenchen intertwined his fingers with hers and softly called out her name.

Thankfully, thankfully she had been given a second chance.

"Just the two of you making moony faces." The elderly grumbled angrily before storming off back to the courtyard.

Guests rarely visited Qing Fenghan, so Chi Sheng arranged for them to stay in an available courtyard.

Nanzhi held Shen Wenchen’s hand tightly, her mood slightly improved.

"Will doing so put you in a difficult position?"

She didn’t want Shen Wenchen to suffer because of her.

Governing was a tricky affair, drawing the greed of the cunning if one was not careful.

"Don’t worry, I’ll handle everything well." The amused tone in Shen Wenchen’s voice hinted his confidence, as he looked at the intertwined shadows of them under the moonlight, his eyes full of stars.

Nanzhi and Shen Wenchen woke up early the next morning. As they were not yet married, they slept in separate rooms. They only sat in the courtyard until late at night, then returned to their respective rooms.

It was dawn, and Little Yuanbao, fearing another scolding, got up early and ran to their courtyard.

When Chi Sheng went to call her, all he saw was an empty little bed, and he couldn’t help but chuckle.

Yet, an image of vivid red inexplicitly rushed into his mind.

He had already forgotten what that person looked like, but he could remember Miss Su Tao.

Chi Sheng blanked out a little bit, remembering what he had discussed with Shen Xiaolang the night before, and then he hastily got up.

This matter needs to be settled.

The village cannot accommodate so many people, and if this opportunity is missed this time, it will be hard for him and his brothers to leave the mountain in the future.

"Mommy~" Yuanbao snuggled into Nanzhi’s arms and then stood up straight again.

"Is Mommy leaving?"

"Hmm, your godfather and I have things to deal with back home." Nanzhi rubbed the little girl’s head, then removed the smile from her face and instructed her.

"You can’t do this again in the future, understand?"

Yuanbao’s cheeks turned a bit hot, and she nodded her head.

"If I am good, will Mommy come back to see me?" The little girl’s eyes were sparkling, which made Nanzhi feel a bit distressed.

"If Mommy has the time, she will bring Brother Zhiyu to visit Yuanbao, alright?"

With this promise, Yuanbao happily nodded, no longer feeling upset about their imminent departure.

When Xiaoqi came to call them, he was taken aback by their harmonious appearance. It especially startled him when Yuanbao hid behind Sister Lin because he came over, making him feel as if he were nailed to the ground.

"Xiaoqi, is something the matter?"

Shen Wenchen realized the boy’s embarrassment and helped him out.

"It’s Yueyue, she found out that you are leaving and wants to thank you."

"Just let her rest well."

Nanzhi shook her head. The poor girl was so frail she was barely standing. How could she manage to run around?

"Sister Lin..."

Before she could finish, Yueyue’s figure appeared at the gate of the courtyard.

The frail girl stood there, appearing somewhat better than the day before.

"Yueyue is deeply grateful to Sister Lin and Sister Yuanbao for their life-saving grace." Yueyue kneeled on the ground, giving three consecutive bows with heavy thumps.

Xiaoqi’s eyes were filled with distress, but he did not try to stop her.

"Yueyue, I cannot accept such a ceremony. It is Yuanbao who did this deed." Nanzhi rushed over to help the young girl up and wiped the tears off her face.

Though Little Yuanbao was still acting stubborn, she was very fond of Yueyue.

"Sister Yueyue, don’t do this." Little Yuanbao puffed out her small face and spoke softly.

When Yueyue heard her calling her "Sister", she froze for a moment.

She hesitated a bit while looking at her own brother, then nodded her head.

Was Yuanbao arguing with her brother?

She had not seen the white-haired, black-bearded old man all morning. Not until it was almost time to leave did she see him carrying a bundle of stuff, appearing in everyone’s line of sight.

"Chi Sheng, take this. If you want to take your brothers and settle down in the city, take it to the residence of the Master of Yan City and ask for Shen Xiaolang."

Shen Wenchen handed over a wooden plaque, speaking sincerely.

"Alright."

Chi Sheng’s face showed gratitude and he deeply saluted.

The elderly man, in front of everyone, took out a paper talisman from his bosom. He lightly blew on it, and it started to inflate. Finally, with a pop, it transformed into a cute little donkey.

Chi Sheng and the several people behind him had peculiar expressions on their faces, especially Chi Sheng, who felt a bit embarrassed.

Last night his beloved daughter had told him that they were going to quietly leave because the old man had overheard what he said, which had infuriated him and caused him to take them and leave stealthily.

"Elder, I apologize for any offence."

Chi Sheng sincerely apologized. However, the elderly man, stroking his beard, just patted the donkey’s hindquarters and disappeared with the cart from Qing Fenghan.

Sitting on the car, both Nanzhi and Shen Wenchen felt a little numb on their scalps. When they watched it, it seemed as if their speed was many times faster than when they came, didn’t it?

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