After deceiving the villain, I was forced to love him.

Chapter 105 Destroy All Obstacles

Capital city, Wang family.

Upon hearing that the people he had sent out could not find a single trace, Wang Qingyan laughed instead of getting angry.

"She's so smart."

So meticulous, so perfect, and they even know when to change plans—it's truly—

I haven't been this happy in a long time~

Hiss... Cold sweat dripped down Jiu'er's forehead.

More than anger, he feared Wang Qingyan's gentle smile.

However, Wang Qingyan was not angry at all. "If I remember correctly, Song Zhaohe should be returning to the capital to report for duty around this time, right?"

"It's already on its way. Judging by the time, it should arrive tomorrow. He Wenyuan will be traveling with it."

Has He Wenyuan returned as well?

This was unexpected. "Who is left behind in Xinsheng Town now?"

"The two agricultural officials who previously worked with the lady to promote agricultural and sericulture policies."

Madam? Wang Qingyan was quite pleased with this title. "I heard that the harvest in Xinsheng Town this year was quite good?"

"Yes, in addition to grains, the harvest of silk and fish is also quite good."

It seems she did indeed do quite a lot back in Sanchengzhai.

"You and Manager Li should go to Xinsheng Town and make sure you get this batch of silk."

"Yes!" Jiu'er's spirits lifted, and his expression immediately changed.

This trip will keep me away from Wang Qingyan for at least two months.

Is this for official business?

Do not!

This is a holiday!

Who would have thought that as soon as September 21st passed, Wang Qingyan's eyes instantly turned cold, "Give me the things."

A person emerged from behind the screen, skillfully presenting a porcelain bottle, but his aura was deathly still and gloomy, unlike that of a living being.

Wang Qingyan took the porcelain bottle, removed the stopper, placed it on the table, scratched his fingertip with his fingernail, and dripped blood into it.

With just one drop, the thick black liquid in the porcelain bottle immediately became clear and transparent.

He put the cork back in and handed it back to Wuming, saying, "Go."

"Yes," Wuming nodded, as if he had done this a thousand times before.

Without Wang Qingyan needing to explain, he knew where he was going and what he was going to do.

Pushing open the window, the bright sunlight immediately flooded the entire room. Wang Qingyan stood in the dazzling warmth, but his eyes were filled with coldness.

Such a perfect plan could not have been accomplished by one person alone.

Her disappearance was so complete that she must have reached some kind of agreement with Lu Jian.

These people could be a good starting point.

But another misjudgment forced Wang Qingyan to reassess his opponent, realizing that he was not as incompetent as he had thought.

At least on the issue of A-Zhu, what they said did make sense.

Given her personality, no matter how good he is to her, she won't stay by his side.

She has ideals and ambitions.

They even dream the same foolish yet supposedly like-minded dreams as those idiots.

Even if he personally brought her back, she would still find ways to escape if she didn't want to.

Moreover, doing so before having an absolute chance of winning is not only unwise but also a short-term solution.

Because if someone or something more important than him appears, or if he is not ten or a hundred times stronger than her, she can abandon him at any time.

Just like what Baili Ming said when we went to Baili Prefecture yesterday—

"You can easily give her everything she wants."

"But that's just what you think she wants."

Yes.

When someone doesn't like you, nothing you do will please them.

Then why would he still try to like her in the way she likes?

Destroying all obstacles is Wang Qingyan's way.

......

Seeing that the fish in the water were no longer lively due to the cold weather, Baili Ming lost the desire to tease them.

So she poured all the fish food down at once, then turned to face Feng Lan who was walking over, and asked, "Song Zhaohe is back?"

"Yes, I went to the palace to meet the emperor as soon as I arrived."

"He Wenyuan was also there. It is said that both of them had good political achievements."

"It's not just them who are good; in the past year or so, all the officials sent to local areas have achieved remarkable results."

"However, we should continue to keep an eye on those who are on good terms with the Wang family."

"What do you mean, Miss?"

"Wang Qingyan won't just focus on his sister. What if... Anyway, let's each do our best."

If even Physician Lu cannot develop an antidote to counteract that kind of Gu poison, then the Xianbei expedition is their only hope.

"Yes," Feng Lan couldn't help but feel a little regretful when he thought of the girl he had saved from drowning in Liuzhou who looked so much like Baili Ce.

Such a wonderful girl, how wonderful it would be if she could live to see her loved ones again.

......

As autumn deepens and frost begins to fall, Tianfang Town gradually becomes less bustling.

Merchants from various places who came to do business also began preparing supplies to return to their hometowns and gradually left.

Bai Li Ce, bearing the identity and name of Mu Lina, was no exception.

"My dear grandson, this is about enough. Go to the street and buy a waist knife; you'll need it on the way."

"Okay, I'll go right away."

After leaving the house, Baili Ce wanted to try his luck at Brother Wolfhound's blacksmith shop, but he found that the shop had already closed down and the owner had returned to his hometown.

So she had no choice but to go and see Duan Chi instead.

When "Brother Duan" Baili Ce arrived, Duan Chi was gathering firewood in the courtyard.

"Oh, what brings you here?"

"I came to buy a waist knife from you. My grandpa said it's for self-defense on the road."

Duan Chi quickly put down the firewood and pulled Baili Ce towards the house, saying, "Hey, it's just a knife, what's the big deal about buying it?"

"Keep an eye on the fire for me, I'll go get you a few more, you can choose whichever you like."

At that moment, the mutton soup simmering inside the house was making a bubbling sound.

"Hey, are you treating us? Or I can come back this afternoon."

Duan Chi, who had already walked a few steps away, turned back and grabbed Baili Ce, "What are you doing? Can't you stay for a simple meal?"

"Oh dear, you're treating us, how can I accept this?"

"What, you don't like my cooking?"

"No, I"

"That's good!" He pressed Baili Ce down to sit down.

"Keep an eye on the fire. I'll be right back. If you run away, I'll be angry."

Hehe, then she won't be polite~

"That'll be troublesome then~"

"Look at you, why are you being so polite with me?"

Duan Chi waved his hand and left.

Bai Li Ce stood around the hearth, adding firewood every now and then to ensure the fire wouldn't go out, but also to prevent it from burning too brightly and drying out the soup.

About half an hour later, Duan Chi's guests arrived.

Before they even entered the door, they heard the man shout in a loud voice, "Duan Chi, my son, your old man is here!"

"Why are you acting like a woman, hiding inside and too ashamed to show your face..."

The newcomer strode into the house, and Baili Ce got up to greet him.

"..." Then both of their smiles froze.

The visitor's hand slipped, and a large jar of wine almost fell to the ground.

"call--"

The wind is blowing, leaving one feeling unsettled.

"How could it be you?" Baili Ce couldn't believe that Qiu Jiang would actually appear here.

"You are... Baili Ce?"

Qiu Jiang didn't recognize her at first, but as soon as he heard her voice, he immediately remembered the fair-skinned, delicate girl from before.

Now... all I can say is that I definitely feel much more energetic.

"Oh, you two know each other?" Duan Chi, who had just returned with his knife, saw the two gazing "affectionately" at each other in his yard from afar.

In a flash, Baili Ce told another lie, "Yes!"

“When I was doing business in the south, he took great care of me!”

Ah, this...

What else can he do but agree with him?

Qiu Jiang was even more outrageous than her, "Yes! This girl is my savior, Ren Tana, I just didn't expect you to know her too."

Yes, anyone could have imagined that.

Bai Lize followed, "Lina never expected to meet Prince Ren here, she's so happy!"

"Ha ha ha ha......"

Qiu Jiang laughed and went into the house. "This is fate. I told you before that we are all Xianbei people and we would meet again, but you didn't believe me."

Bai Lize's smile stretched almost to his temples. "Oh dear, it's just that in this vast sea of ​​people, I'm afraid we'll never see each other again!"

Duan Chi grinned from ear to ear, "Alright, alright, since we're all so destined to meet, let's drink a few more bowls today!"

"That is!"

"A thousand cups of wine are not enough when drinking with a bosom friend! And with some mutton, it's just right!"

The three rounds of liquor are finished—

Qiu Jiang and Baili Ce observed each other with clear eyes.

Beside him was Duan Chi, his face streaked with tears, unconscious.

After a long silence, Baili Ce smiled slightly, "Shall we chat?"

“Okay,” Qiu Jiang raised an eyebrow with an ambiguous expression.

After leaving Duan Chi's house together, Bai Li Ce put twenty taels in Duan Chi's purse and took a waist knife with him.

We strolled up to the city wall as if taking a walk.

As the wind dissipated the smell of alcohol from their clothes, Qiu Jiang asked, "Northern Hu or Xianbei?"

"Xianbei".

Bai Li Ce leaned against the wall, casually toying with his waist knife. "And you, sir?"

"Me too."

"..."

"Wang Qingyan has been looking for you all year."

"I never expected you to hide here."

Oh no! This person wants to report her! But...

Bai Li Ce gave a cold laugh, feigning composure, "Haven't you been hiding your identity all along?"

"..." Qiu Jiang's expression suddenly changed.

He thought to himself that this woman still wouldn't let him go!

"How about we keep it a secret from each other?" came the tentative question.

"Heh," Qiu Jiang chuckled, and he was quite honest, "I can't guarantee that."

"Then..."

The smile in Baili Ce's eyes was deep and friendly. "Let's keep to ourselves."

"agree"

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