The Lucky Farmgirl
Chapter 915 - 893 Reminder

Chapter 915: Chapter 893 Reminder

He paused, then said, "The waters of the capital are too deep, filled with too many ferocious beasts. You three are like little lambs walking into it, completely defenseless, never having faced hardship. What if you end up dead before the case is even clear?"

Previously, Tang Zhihe had come over and told him about the trouble the three had caused over a pot of flowers in Yizhou City.

The manor of the Prince of Yizhou was like a sword hanging over their heads. Not only did they not avoid this sword, but they actively moved towards it, trying to snatch a piece of meat from its edge.

The result was that they didn’t get the meat, and the sword swatted at them. They weren’t afraid but instead thought of ways to swat at the sword in return. Unable to bear injustice, would they turn the capital upside down once there, or would they put their own lives at stake?

A scion of a noble family like him didn’t even find ease in the capital, let alone the three of them.

Bai Shan: "So, Lord Yang doesn’t recommend us going to the capital?"

Yang Heshu nodded. "Although Luojiang County is very close to Yizhou City, I can protect you here. Frankly speaking, even if the Prince of Yizhou staged a rebellion and his troops reached the city gates, I would still be more important than you. Your chances of survival would be greater under my care. If I’m not fleeing, why should you travel all the way to the capital to hide?"

If the Prince of Yizhou really rebelled, capturing Bai Shan and the others would merely let off steam. But capturing Yang Heshu could threaten the Yang family and the imperial court. As long as the Prince of Yizhou wasn’t foolish, he would know how to choose.

Therefore, Yang Heshu didn’t think it was necessary for them to go to the capital.

The three of them exchanged glances, feeling that what he said made a lot of sense, so they decided not to go to the capital.

Yang Heshu liked them even more now; at such a young age, they were willing to take advice, saving him a lot of trouble.

He nodded in satisfaction, turned around, and said, "I smell something delicious. It seems the food is ready. Let’s go have dinner. By the way, when will your shop reopen?"

Manbao said, "My sister-in-law is worried about me, so she’s not too keen on going to the county town. Fortunately, Sixth Brother has returned, and my father is planning to hire my brother-in-law to be the head chef."

Yang Heshu sighed, "Can Sixth Brother’s cooking skills compare to your sister-in-law’s?"

Manbao also sighed, shook his head, and said, "Not quite, but also not too far off. Lord Yang, if you want to eat, it will still be quite tasty."

Yang Heshu shook his head, never mind that; he now had a wife too. If the food outside was really delicious, it wouldn’t matter if he dined out, but if it wasn’t even comparable to what he had at home, why bother with the outside food?

Old Zhou’s family had just made two new tables because Lord Wei and County Magistrate Yang were distinguished guests, so they sat at the large table in the main hall.

The other two tables were placed in the courtyard. There was no helping it; there were too many lively people, and Old Zhou was worried about disturbing the guests. Besides, the main hall wasn’t big enough to fit three tables.

Old Zhou called Manbao and the other two to come into the hall for a meal.

The three of them glanced at the spacious and brightly lit courtyard, then turned to look at the hall with some reluctance to enter.

But as guests were seated at the head, it seemed impolite not to accompany them, so they went forward.

Everyone dined in delightful harmony, with Lord Wei and Old Zhou engaged in merry conversation, primarily discussing the past two years of farming and harvests, a topic right up Old Zhou’s alley, so the two hit it off well.

After the meal, Lord Wei even asked the three to accompany him for a walk.

By that time, the sky had dimmed, and the Bai Family’s servants brought over two lanterns to light their way without anyone knowing when.

Lord Wei strolled leisurely, saying to them, "It’s rare to have such tranquil moments in the capital, but the capital is very lively; you young ones would probably like it very much."

The three of them had already decided not to go to the capital, but they had just finished discussing keeping their intentions hidden. Therefore, they said nothing and just politely looked up at Lord Wei with a smile.

Bai Shan even went as far as to say directly, "I listen to my grandmother. If she tells me to go, I will go."

Lord Wei had approached Bai Shan because he could not persuade Old Madam Liu, so Bai Shan’s words were effectively a rejection. However, Lord Wei was not in a rush; he smiled and nodded, saying, "You are all filial children."

Lord Wei did not bring up the matter again until he left the next day. Not only Old Madam Liu but even County Magistrate Yang secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Lord Wei did not head straight back to Luojiang County town but instead took a detour to inspect the situation in other villages, with County Magistrate Yang accompanying him.

The two of them rode at the front, when Lord Wei turned to ask County Magistrate Yang, "Do you also think it’s inappropriate for them to go to the capital?"

County Magistrate Yang’s eyebrows twitched as he looked down and said, "This official has no opinion on the matter."

Lord Wei then laughed and after some time said, "In a few months, it will be the Empress Dowager’s thousandth birthday celebration again."

After saying that, he spurred his horse forward. County Magistrate Yang fell behind, his thoughts whirring, instantly understanding Lord Wei’s implications.

He sighed inwardly and silently spurred his horse to follow.

It was not until the third day, when Lord Wei had been sent off, that County Magistrate Yang finally paid a visit to Qili Village. This time, he was not just looking for Bai Shan and the others; mainly, he went to see Old Madam Liu, "Old Madam, the matter of Bai Shan and the others going to the capital was not proposed by Lord Wei, but by His Highness’s will."

Old Madam Liu glanced at him, "Is County Magistrate Yang here to be a mediator?"

Yang Heshu shook his head, "No."

Only then did Old Madam Liu breathe a sigh of relief, saying, "I only have this one grandson. I am old and do not wish to be frightened; even if an imperial edict comes, I will refuse to accept it."

Yang Heshu hesitated before saying, "Old Madam, there are many instances in this world where people have no choice. I would still suggest that you prepare in advance."

He paused, then conveyed Lord Wei’s message, "The Empress Dowager’s thousandth birthday celebration is just a few months away. According to Lord Wei, there will be a grand celebration this year. The Prince of Yizhou is the Empress Dowager’s most beloved youngest son, and he will definitely be called back to the capital for the birthday celebrations."

Every year when the princes return to the capital, there is a struggle. Of course, it’s not a physical fight but a struggle of wits, all for interests; and several imperial sons have grown up, too. The Crown Prince’s position is unstable; if the Emperor truly decides to target the Prince of Yizhou, they will definitely find a way to have Bai Shan and the others enter the capital.

Old Madam Liu fell silent. She was not afraid of the Emperor issuing an imperial edict; there were only so many decrees he could issue. Whether it was under the name of recruiting talent to bring Bai Shan to the capital or to bring her in with a consolation decree, she could always find an excuse to refuse.

What she truly feared was that the Emperor would not issue an imperial edict but would use other means to get them to the capital.

Seeing that Old Madam Liu had taken his words to heart, County Magistrate Yang then looked at the three people standing silently aside and asked with a smile, "Do you really not want to go to the capital at all?"

The three glanced at each other, with Manbao saying, "If I won’t get beaten, I really would like to wander around and have a look."

Bai Shan added, "I just fear going to the capital and being bullied. It would be better to stay at home then."

After thinking for a moment, County Magistrate Yang said, "Right now, your identities are still a secret. Zhihe has sent a letter saying that Old Master Guan’s illness has worsened. He visited Old Master Guan once, and although Old Master Guan said nothing, he insisted on sending Guan Erlang away, not allowing him to stay at home and tend to the illness. Guan Erlang also took Guan Dalang’s eldest son with him."

Bai Shan almost immediately thought, "He must be the person my father met in the other residence!"

County Magistrate Yang said, "Old Master Guan did not admit it, nor did he deny it, but he refused to say anything."

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