At this time, Yuqin learned from the conversation between the two that Wei Jing was the second head of the Sima family. She had also heard many anecdotes when she was with the guests. She knew that the Sima family was a large martial arts family, and it was said that their traces were all over the Central Plains. , the seven heads also have their own strengths.
Then Wei Jing turned to Yu Qin and said, "But... Miss Qin may have to be wronged for a while in the short term."
Yuqin nodded and said, "Young Master Wei, just make arrangements."
Wei Jing nodded and said to Shopkeeper Hong: "Then I'll ask Shopkeeper Hong to get me two sets of girl's clothes and a gauze scarf. The style should be as ordinary as possible. A horse, as long as it can run. In addition, is there any way to make us happy today?" Out of town?"
Shopkeeper Hong said: "There is no problem with clothing and horses. If we leave the city... let me think about it..."
After pondering for a while, he said: "Yes, the store has some goods that cannot be disposed of. I planned to transport them to Changzhou next month to see if I can get rid of them. Although there are not many in stock now, as goods that need to be inspected when leaving the city, it should not be It makes people suspicious. The city gates of Nanjing always open and close at dawn and dusk, so you have to leave before sunset. How about you two pretending to be servants in a small shop and going out of the city together with the goods?"
Wei Jing cupped his hands and said, "That's great. The shopkeeper will arrange it. By the way, can I borrow some paper and pen from your store?"
Shopkeeper Hong pointed to the counter and said: "There is it on the counter. The second master can take it by himself, so I can go and make arrangements." After that, he opened the door and left in a hurry.
After about an hour, Shopkeeper Hong returned to the pawn shop with a cloth bag on his back, and then said to Wei Jing: "Second Master, everything you need is in it. You can see if it suits you. In addition, as for the horses, I asked someone to arrange them in Nanjing." There is a small county called Jurong to the east of the city. You can find my pawnshop branch on the largest street. There is a word "Sima" on the saddle of the horse outside the door. When the second master sees it, he can just take it to him."
After saying that, he handed the bag on his back to Wei Jing.
After Wei Jing nodded, he opened the bag and checked it briefly, and then asked, "Everything in it is complete. When can we set off?"
Shopkeeper Hong said: "The goods and the boy leading the way are already outside. The second master and the girl can leave at any time."
Wei Jing said: "In that case, let's set off immediately, Miss Qin." After saying that, he handed one of the clothes to Yuqin.
Yuqin understood Wei Jing's meaning and walked to the back hall. When she reappeared a short time later, she looked like a young man in a coarse cloth coat. All the buns on her head had been removed, and the bun was hidden in the store boy's hat. Among them, only the face is too beautiful, but it doesn't matter if you think about it.
Yuqin put the gorgeous red shirt into the bag, and then nodded to Wei Jing to indicate that she was ready.
Wei Jing said: "Thank you very much, Shopkeeper Hong, for your help. Shopkeeper, please keep this note. When you contact Sima's family in the future, you can ask them to hand it over to the head office accountant for you."
After saying that, he handed the note he just wrote to Shopkeeper Hong.
Shopkeeper Hong looked at the note and it read: "In July of this year, Wei Jing borrowed thirty taels of silver from Hongfu Office in Nanjing City and asked Accountant Li of the main store to advance the payment on his behalf. Wei Jing."
Insiders of the Sima family have always called the general helmsman of the Sima family "the main store". This note means that the expenses here can be recorded in Wei Jing's account. At that time, a horse cost about twenty taels of silver, so most of the expenses were paid by horses. need.
Shopkeeper Hong was shocked and quickly stuffed the note back to Wei Jing and said: "Second Boss, this is impossible!"
Wei Jing smiled and said: "Shopkeeper, don't be in a hurry to repay me. Business has its ups and downs. There are good times and bad luck. If the shopkeeper can't use the money, it's because the shopkeeper's business is booming. I'm sorry. I'm happy for you, but if you have any urgent needs at the moment, you can take it out and use it."
Then he continued: "Catch the little thieves in the east and suppress the horse bandits in the west. I have finally saved some money, so the shopkeeper doesn't have to worry."
Seeing that Wei Jing was talking about this, Shopkeeper Hong had no choice but to accept it, and then he cupped his hands and said, "The second master treats others with kindness and justice, so I won't say much. I hope you two have a safe journey. If you need anything, just come back here. "
Wei Jing bowed his hands and returned the greeting: "The days are long, I'll take my leave!" Then Yu Qin also bowed and followed Wei Jing out.
The two of them followed the pawnbroker's carriage along the way. As they were walking, Yuqin suddenly said: "Master Wei Er has a benevolent and righteous heart, which is very admirable."
This statement must be referring to the matter between just now and the shopkeeper.
Wei Jing smiled bitterly and said, "I've brought a lot of trouble to Shopkeeper Hong. Miss Qin, it's almost noon and his shop hasn't opened yet. I'll be sorry if I don't make some compensation."
Yuqin just smiled and didn't answer.
Not long after, the two of them had arrived in front of the Shangfang Gate. Fortunately, the guards at the Nanjing City Gate were focusing more on the martial arts people who gathered from all directions. They were not particularly strict with these ordinary merchants, so they did not make things difficult for them. After being able to get out of the city, Jing and the two guards at the city gate thanked the leader of the pawn shop and then headed east towards Jurong.
Since the horses are located in Jurong, there is still a short distance to walk at this time. Wei Jing said: "How to arrange it in the future, Miss Qin, do you have any ideas?"
Yuqin said: "The slave family has no clue at this time." In fact, Yuqin said it euphemistically. She has stayed in Qingyan Building since she was a child, and occasionally accompanied guests on outings, always around Nanjing City. As soon as she left Nanjing, Yuqin would Nowhere to go anymore.
Wei Jing said with some hesitation: "Actually, I have an idea, but I don't know what Miss Qin wants?" Yu Qin said: "Master Wei, why don't you speak frankly?"
Wei Jing said: "Miss Qin, would you like to come to the Sima family to be the helmsman? There are many people taking care of you there. It won't be a problem for Miss Qin to live alone. It's okay to discuss it after Miss Qin has figured out her future plans." Yu Qin asked: " If a single woman from the slave family comes to make trouble, will it bring trouble to your family?"
Wei Jing shook his head and said: "The head of the Sima family cares about the world. In recent years, he has recruited many capable people. During the Spring and Autumn Period, these people were called "diners". They were people who used their brains and efforts for the Sima family. They were among the lower heads of the family. We also have the right to recommend diners, so it won’t be a problem to bring Miss Qin in.”
Yuqin said: "In this way, the slave family is the diners brought by Mr. Wei, but the slave family does not have any strong skills?"
Wei Jing smiled and said: "Miss Qin is the best in the world at playing the piano, how can you say she has no ability? In the world of martial arts, sometimes martial arts are not the only thing that can solve problems."
Then he scratched his head and said: "But... there are mostly men covered in stinky sweat. There are not many women, and the life is relatively simple, which may not be as good as the life in Qingyan Tower."
This is also the reason why Wei Jing has not raised this issue before.
Yuqin shook his head and said: "The slave family doesn't mind, so I'll thank Mr. Wei first."
Wei Jing was overjoyed and said: "That's great! Then after this matter is over..."
Then his face darkened, as if he had remembered something, and then he said: "I forgot, there is a big event in Suzhou that is imminent recently, I must go there as soon as possible."
Then he continued: "There are indeed contacts from the Sima family in Zhenjiang..."
Yuqin said: "Master Wei, would you like me to go to Zhenjiang first?"
Wei Jing said: "But I'm not familiar with the people in Zhenjiang, so I don't feel comfortable leaving it to them."
Yuqin smiled and said: "Then the Nu family has no choice but to follow Mr. Wei to Suzhou."
It seems to mean that, except for the chief helmsman of the Sima family, you are always worried no matter where I go.
Wei Jing's face turned red and he continued: "But this trip may be dangerous. Has Miss Qin thought clearly?"
Yuqin said: "Master Wei, please relax. If there is any danger, the slave family will hide far away and wait for Master Wei to come back to pick me up."
