"Take it, at least improve your life first, and we will arrange the rest." Worried that she would not dare to accept it, Su Ziji persuaded softly.
Unexpectedly, although this woman had suffered a lot, was tired and alert, she immediately believed Su Ziji's words, like a drowning person grabbing a life-saving straw.
"Okay, I listen to you. Bao'er and I are waiting here." The woman asked the little maid to take the banknotes and money, and bowed to Su Ziji Yingying.
Su Ziji accepted it, glanced at the wild Taoist, and walked out of the courtyard directly. When he got out, he sighed heavily, and the wild Taoist also sighed.
"Lord, do you regret it?" The wild Taoist asked after being silent for a while.
There can be no womanly kindness in officialdom or on the battlefield.
"No, this is the price Qian Zhidong should pay, but the women and children are still innocent." When Su Ziji said this, he suddenly remembered the time in the Prince's Mansion.
At that time, there must be women holding their young children and trembling, imagining that life will eventually have a way out.
They didn't wait.
"Only the master thinks so." The wild Taoist smiled: "The winner is the king and the loser is the bandit. This has been the case since ancient times. What's more, Qian Zhidong is indeed guilty of murder."
Saying that, the wild Taoist also sighed: "The more I see it, the more I realize that maybe I wasn't involved in the beginning. If I were to get involved, there would be no way out."
"Wash your hands in a golden basin and retreat bravely from the rapids. It seems to be high-spirited and honest, but it is actually pedantic."
"If we retreat, I don't know how many relatives and friends will die."
This was his advice. Su Ziji turned around, stared at the wild Taoist silently, and said, "Don't worry, I'm not so confused."
Su Ziji wanted to say something, but didn't say anything. He looked back at the door and told the wild Taoist: "Find someone to repair this door first. Before they move out, make sure they are not disturbed."
The wild Taoist must know in his heart that although he did not mention it, his lord has already guessed it. How could such a beautiful, young and helpless woman live in such a place without encountering such trouble?
The two of them had only exchanged a few words, but before they even walked out of the alley, someone came face to face, an acquaintance of both of them.
Jian Qu?
Su Ziji saw that Jian Qu had just said goodbye to a nearby peasant woman. He must have finished asking questions and headed here. When Su Ziji and the wild Taoist saw him, Jian Qu also saw the two of them and was stunned for a moment.
Su Ziji had never seen Jian Qu before the examination. During the examination, he only met Fang Wenshao, an acquaintance. He also did not see Jian Qu. But judging from his past writing style and the articles he wrote, he was afraid that he would not make fundamental changes. This exam is very difficult to pass.
At this moment, Jian Qu looked worried.
He was a little surprised to see Su Ziji and the wild Taoist here, but he calmed down in an instant and came over and asked, "Are the Sun family and the Marshal's daughter living inside?"
Su Ziji was actually a little surprised at how well-informed Jian Qu was. After all, in his opinion, he had clues that Qian Zhidong personally tipped him off, and even had helpers like Ye Taoist. He could cast a net to find people, but Jian Qu couldn't. I'm alone, I'm new to the capital, and I'm not familiar with the place, so how can I find this place?
But then I thought about it, this Jian Qu was originally Qian Zhidong's staff. It was natural that he had some skills and knew some private affairs.
Su Ziji nodded: "Exactly."
"You two, please wait a moment. I'll go in and say a few words and I'll be out soon." Jian Qu came to his senses and looked at Su Ziji with pleading eyes.
Su Ziji had nothing to do at the moment and wanted to know what kind of medicine Jian Qu was selling in his gourd. He didn't refuse: "Okay, Feng Yun and I will wait for you outside."
"Thank you!" Jian Qu bowed his hands to the two of them and quickly walked into the small courtyard.
Su Ziji and the wild Taoist were waiting not far away. They didn't try to eavesdrop on what they heard. They just said a few words of comfort or gave some money - but Jian Qu didn't have much money either.
Although Jian Qu had a grudge against Qian Zhidong, no matter whether he was from Su Ziji or a wild Taoist, they could all see that this man was a bit extreme, but he still had the mentality of a scholar who would die for his confidant.
Sure enough, after a while, Jian Qu came out again with a solemn expression.
But as soon as he came out, he thanked Su Ziji and the wild Taoist and said, "I didn't expect that Brother Su Xian, you are so righteous and can repay evil with kindness. When they fell into this situation, not only did you not add insult to injury, but you also extended a helping hand. On my behalf, Commander-in-Chief, Thank you!"
Su Ziji didn't want to accept the favor, so he just said, "You don't have to do this. I made an agreement with Qian Zhidong, and this is what I should do."
Jian Qu said: "Even if there is an agreement, it is very rare to still fulfill the agreement when one party is completely in trouble - Su Xiandi has the style of an ancient gentleman."
Having said this, he hesitated for a moment and then pleaded: "By the way, although it is very presumptuous, I still have the guts to say it - I want to see the commander-in-chief. I wonder if Brother Su Xian has such a way?"
Su Ziji was not surprised by Jian Qu's request. He had wanted to refuse. After all, Qian Zhidong had been rejected by everyone, and he was afraid that he would be questioned soon. It was not easy to meet him.
But for Jian Qu, Su Ziji had other ideas. He pondered for a while and asked, "Isn't Qian Zhidong not good to you?"
"Especially when they were about to separate, they sent troops to pursue you. Why do you still want to see him and worry about his wife and children?"
When asked this question, Jian Qu seemed to have not thought about it seriously and was stunned. After a long time, he smiled bitterly.
"Brother Su Xian, you are still young and don't know."
"I entered school at the age of eight, was a boy student at the age of fourteen, and was a scholar at the age of fifteen. I was so proud of myself, but I am afraid that I will use up all my blessings and have not passed the exam for twenty years."
"I have endured my hopeful parents, endured the support of my clan, and watched people who entered school later than me become children, scholars, and even imperial examinations. You have never tasted the warmth and coldness of human relationships. "
"It was the commander who helped me when I was in the most difficult time, called me sir, and treated me with courtesy."
"Even now that I have the honor of being a civil servant, I still took refuge in the commander-in-chief, got a recommendation, and passed the exam in Southwest China."
"Before we parted, I was full of resentment. I just couldn't bear to see the commander end up like this. I just did my duty as host and guest."
After hearing this, Su Ziji wanted to accept him as a member of the family more and more.
It's just that I haven't won the Jinshi title yet. Even if I did, it would be difficult to accept a scholar as a guest, let alone a retainer.
Putting this aside, he smiled and said: "Qian Zhidong is in the Ministry of Punishment Prison. This matter is not easy and needs to be discussed again. Moreover, this is not the place to talk about it. Let's talk about it when we get back."
Jian Qu nodded and couldn't help but look back.
Su Ziji said: "I have asked Feng Yun to find someone to repair the gate and protect the mother and daughter. You don't have to worry about their safety."
Jian Qu bowed deeply to Su Ziji again and stood up without asking any more questions.
