novelhk Chapter 169 Disguise
Chapter 169 Disguise
Yu Guiwan came out of Mingyuzhai and got on the carriage directly. What caught her eye was Xie Sui sitting in the carriage reading a book. Yu Guiwan was stunned for a moment, "Why did you come out?"
"No one saw it?"
Yu Guiwan looked a little worried. Although His Majesty would not blame them, they had just sent out a threatening letter and if it was seen, someone would definitely take the opportunity to report them.
Xie Sui said with a relaxed expression: "Don't worry, I'll go buy you some pastries." Yu Guiwan followed Xie Sui's gaze and saw that there were indeed several kinds of pastries that she liked on the small wooden table next to them.
"Our people found out that Xie Rou had made preparations, but she didn't take action." Xie Sui then talked about the information he had found out.
She nodded and said with a smile: "It seems that we are benefiting from Boss Shi." If they want to deal with Xie Rou in the future, they might be able to start from Shi Lingyue, which would be a good starting point.
"Then let's look into the past between the two of them." Yu Guiwan suggested.
"We're already investigating. We've been looking for traces of Xie Rou over the years. In the past, Xie Rou was just an insignificant princess, never concerned with worldly affairs. Later, she helped us once during that rebellion."
"So my brother and I also respect her very much. I didn't expect her to hide it so deeply."
"It seems that we need to investigate her thoroughly."
Xie Sui mentioned Xie Rou's past in advance. In fact, he knew very little about Xie Rou. After all, she seldom showed up in public, and any major events on weekdays had nothing to do with her.
"Let's check the border again." Yu Guiwan suddenly thought of the relationship between Shi Lingyue and Xie Rou. Shi Lingyue can be considered a very wealthy person in the capital. With their relationship, it shouldn't be difficult for Xie Rou to borrow money, or get a few percent interest, right?
In addition, Mingyuzhai makes a lot of money every day, so it is very easy to bribe people with money.
……
When the two returned to Prince Chen's Mansion, Bei Chu immediately came to report, "Your Majesty and Princess, Master Chu Yue is waiting for you inside. He has been waiting for quite some time."
"Yeah." Xie Sui responded.
"We'll be there right away." Yu Guiwan walked inside quickly. Since his master didn't ask anyone to deliver a message, it seemed that there was something very important, otherwise he wouldn't have to meet in person to tell him.
Chu Yue saw two people coming over, put down the teacup in his hand, stood up, and immediately stated his purpose. "I will be leaving Beijing in the next few days. This is the poison and antidote I prepared."
"And keep this antidote. It can cure any poison that's not too special. I'm afraid Chu Yun might attack you while I'm away, so you must be extra careful."
Chu Yue repeatedly emphasized that she knew Chu Yun’s strength should not be underestimated, and she was just reminding them repeatedly.
"Master, I'll send a few people to go with you, otherwise I won't be at ease."
"No need. I'm not going to any dangerous place this time. Besides, your senior brother will go with me." Chu Yue politely declined Yu Guiwan's kindness. Her skills were pretty good.
"Let's send a few people to follow, otherwise we won't be able to rest assured."
Xie Sui also spoke up. After all, the situation was somewhat special at this time, so it was better to be cautious. The enemy's forces had not yet been completely cleared out, and they were in the open.
"Row."
Chu Yue stopped being pretentious and agreed.
……
Mingyuzhai's business was getting better day by day. Except for the first day, most of the people were coerced into buying from the threatening letter. However, there were always people who couldn't resist their curiosity and tried the powder and rouge, and then immediately sent people to order more powder and rouge.
In addition, many noble ladies and ladies were using it, and not only that, they sent people to Ming Yu Zhai to order several sets, so the business was getting better and better, and the supply could not meet the demand. Their reaction indirectly proved that there was no problem with this thing.
For a time, this makeup powder and rouge became popular throughout the capital.
At first, Xie Zhiyi didn't care at all, but today she regretted it. Because she couldn't buy it at all, she had to buy it from others at a high price. Even this one was bought by her with great difficulty.
All the noble ladies in the capital are using it, so naturally she can't fall behind.
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On the day of departure, Chu Yue and Xu Huizhou disguised themselves before leaving the city. When they emerged, it was just dawn and a light rain was falling. However, they did not delay and set off immediately.
The two men rode out on horseback and made their way out of the city smoothly.
After the two of them had been walking for a while, someone in the dark immediately followed them and sent a signal into the air.
The two men were riding their horses at full speed when suddenly a group of men in black appeared in front of them and stopped them.
"Xu~"
The two men pulled the reins and stopped.
The men in black in front of them drew their swords and rushed towards the two men.
At this moment, the people on horseback removed their disguises, and the man and woman became two grown men. They drew their swords from their waists and flew forward. Suddenly, the drizzle in the air turned bright red.
"Damn it, we got fooled!"
At this time, all other roads out of the city were blocked by men in black, and after they stopped the people, they found out that they had all been fooled!
Because they didn't see Chu Yue and Xu Huizhou at all, they were all disguised as secret guards!
……
The eldest princess's mansion.
The secret guards who received the news immediately went to the Princess's residence to report the news, "Your Highness, our people were completely wiped out. They tricked us. Chu Yue and Xu Huizhou never left the city."
"what!"
Chu Yun was shocked when he heard the news. They sent so many people out, and all of them were gone?!
Xie Rou narrowed her eyes. "So many people didn't notice that Chu Yue and Xu Huizhou didn't leave the city at all? Do I keep you just to eat and do nothing?" She slammed the table in anger, her eyes full of gloom.
The secret guard immediately knelt down and said, "Their people disguised themselves, so we didn't notice. Please punish us, Your Highness." His head lowered lower and his voice became smaller and smaller with his movements.
"Then there's no need to stay alive. Just do it yourself."
Xie Rou's eyes were devoid of warmth as she spoke in a cold voice.
"Yes."
The secret guard felt relieved when he heard this. After escaping death, his expression immediately relaxed a lot.
Easy?
Chu Yun was puzzled. How could he not know when Chu Yue had learned how to disguise himself? Sure enough, the old man only had Chu Yue as his disciple in his eyes. Otherwise, how could he not know about this matter at all?
"Don't stop them this time. Disguise yourself and follow them in the dark to see what they want to do." Chu Yun made a decision immediately. Now that Chu Yue has disguised himself, it might not be easy to stop them.
It would be better to follow their tracks secretly, maybe we can find some clues.
"Yes." Xie Rou responded and gave the order, "Do as Chu Yun said."