RPAGF Chapter 904 (Pretending not to know)
Chapter 904 (Pretending not to know)
To be honest, Xiaoyuer originally had a decent impression of Cui Rong, but this incident has made him a little annoyed with the family.
Whether Cui Rong genuinely didn't notice or was pretending not to, she chuckled happily. "It's already halfway through the day, and it's not convenient to set sail now. Why don't we stay in Yangyuan for another day? I can take you to the county's evening market later. It's so much fun! Although it certainly can't compare to the bustling capital, it has its own unique charm. When I was little, I loved it when my dad took me to the market."
“...No need, it’s only noon now, we can still make it by the time we set off,” Xiaoyuer said directly.
These words were too blunt, and Cui Rong immediately became somewhat displeased.
But she still held onto her skirt and said softly, "Ah... oh, but... but if you go to Xi'an, I'm afraid it won't be very good."
"What do you mean?" Little Fish frowned.
Cui Rong looked around, then sent Cui He outside to guard the door before walking to the window and continuing, "Just now there was another urgent message from the capital, saying that the Second Prince was plotting a rebellion or something. I didn't hear the specifics clearly, but my uncle looks like he's facing a major crisis and is preparing to post notices."
I remember Xi'an is the fiefdom of the Second Prince. A rebellion is no small matter and has far-reaching implications. The capital must be in a state of panic, and the officials in Xi'an may also be implicated and thoroughly investigated. Although you have not revealed your identity, I can tell that you must come from an extraordinary background. Going to Xi'an at this time is not a wise move. It would be better to stay in Yangyuan for a few days first!
"Let's check the situation in the capital first. Although my uncle is only a county magistrate, he has many sources of information. I can tell you anything as soon as possible. Isn't that safer than you sending someone to inquire yourself?"
"You know a lot; you're not your average young lady," Xiaoyuer praised sincerely.
Cui Rong said proudly, "Of course! Did you really think I was just a well-bred young lady who only knew how to embroider? Actually, although my father was a rough man, he always had high expectations for me. He hired a female tutor to teach me from a young age. I wouldn't say I'm well-versed in poetry and literature, but I'd say I have a basic understanding of literature!"
"Alright, then I'll stay in Yangyuan for the time being."
Because of this incident, Xiaoyuer ended up staying in Yangyuan County by a twist of fate.
He also indirectly met different people who influenced his later fate.
Meanwhile, in the capital, twenty-seven days passed in the blink of an eye.
Officials like Zhang Ping'an can finally go home from their government offices.
As soon as Zhang Lao Er and Xu Shi saw their loved ones return home, tears streamed down their faces. "It's good that you're back, it's good that you're back!"
Pengpeng also breathed a huge sigh of relief.
Originally, I wanted to take advantage of my uncle's connections in the capital to find a good tutor to prepare for the imperial examination.
Who knew that the capital would be so dangerous and treacherous, with so many things happening all at once?
If he had known this would happen, he definitely wouldn't have come to the capital so early. Not only would he not be able to help, but he would also have to worry about it.
"It's alright, it's all in the past," Zhang Ping'an smiled, his mood relatively calm.
After washing up, changing clothes, and eating, Zhang Ping'an finally had time to summon the man to his study. "Tell me," he said, "what's been going on with the person I asked you to keep an eye on lately?"
"Master, yes, we do, but I'm afraid this is something we can't get involved in," Chi Bao said with a serious expression.
Zhang Ping'an knew immediately that this was not a simple matter, and he also became serious. "You tell me."
"It's just that... during the time you were in the palace observing mourning, someone led someone who looked like the Second Prince out of the city. After leaving the city, they headed east, and then we lost track of them and their whereabouts are unknown," Chi Bao replied in a low voice.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Ping'an's heart sank, and he asked thoughtfully in a deep voice, "So, the Second Prince ran away?"
After finishing his meal, he hesitated, "This... I can't say I'm 100% sure, after all, the higher-ups didn't say that the Second Prince ran away."
“Interesting. The development of this matter is really full of twists and turns. The Second Prince is in the Imperial Clan Court. There are only a few people who can see him in person, let alone bring him out. There hasn’t been a single word from above yet.”
At this point, Zhang Ping'an seemed to understand something, and waved his hand, instructing, "You don't need to worry about this matter; just pretend you don't know anything about it!"