Not long after he arrived at the hall, the top floor of the flower boat was already filled with smoke, and soon the smoke spread to the hall.
But at this time, in the hall, everyone was having fun, there were charming women dancing on the stage, and there was beautiful scenery and wine in front of them.
The smoke soon followed the corridor and filled the hall, and the flower boat also made the sound of flames burning the deck.
"Fire! Fire!"
"It's on fire! Run!"
I don't know who shouted, and the originally bustling hall fell into deathly silence for a few seconds before everyone began to rush outside.
The guards, maids and servants all over the ship were hurriedly fetching buckets of water to put out the fire.
The hall was in chaos, and some people even screamed in terror, because the fire had spread, and everyone was rushing out of the ship.
The hall that was bustling with activity just a moment ago was now in chaos.
Lin Pingzhi quietly followed the crowd and mingled out.
Not long after, Mingzhu rushed out in a panic with Duolong's support.
Several people quickly stepped onto the plywood and rushed to the shore, then breathed a sigh of relief.
When they looked back at the flower boat, their expressions changed.
Because all five flower boats were set on fire, even lighting up the entire night sky.
On the flower boat, there were screams of despair, naturally from those guests who had not escaped.
There were also many people coming out of the flower boat exit, and the scene was chaotic.
Those who did not run out of the flower boat began to jump into the water one after another. Those who knew how to swim swam towards the shore, while those who did not know how to swim were desperately calling for help.
The first-class servants who were guarding the flower boat had already evacuated from other places when they saw that the fire was out of control.
And one of the powerful guests also escaped with them.
At this time, the lives of civilians are not worth mentioning, and naturally the children of officials are more valuable.
Lin Pingzhi did not leave. He was considering whether to trap and kill all these people.
But he soon gave up this idea... No matter whether tonight was about Wei Xiaobao or not, he would pretend not to know now.
Not long after he gave up the idea, many officers and soldiers came from a distance, and those officers and soldiers quickly set up many escape routes.
At this time, for them, every one they can save is one.
At this time, nearly half of the flower boat was burned down.
Especially the top few layers have turned to ashes.
Duolong also turned pale, because he happened to be present for something like this today, and he hadn't found Wei Xiaobao until now. If something happened to him, he would definitely feel uncomfortable afterwards, so he hurriedly shouted: "Who else hasn't come out yet?" Really? Have you seen Mr. Wei...?"
Seeing that the guards were hesitant and did not dare to answer, Duolong immediately asked again. At this time, a guard ran out and said: "Master Wei ran out... right here..."
Hearing this, Duolong breathed a sigh of relief. It had nothing to do with him as much as he loved or died on the boat tonight. As long as Wei Xiaobao was fine, his head would be saved, and his expression softened.
And the guard said with a grimace: "The fire is on the top floor... I guess Miss Liu is afraid..."
Although it was a pity to hear that Duolong was there, it didn't matter. To them, he was just a prettier person.
"Click!"
The raging fire surrounded the entire flower boat, and the remaining flower boats had begun to collapse, burning into the wine cellar in the cabin. As they burned, they made a sound from time to time, which was obviously the sound of the wine jar exploding.
It was now brightly lit.
There were also many people around the river who came to watch the excitement, gathering together and eating melons.
It seems that no matter what era, there will be many people who can stand and talk without back pain.
The patrolling officers and soldiers in the city had also arrived early to maintain security at the scene and inquire about the casualties and the cause of the fire.
However, no one present could tell clearly, because everyone was drunk and confused.
Duolong came over with a pale face. After calming down, he took Lin Ping's hand and said, "Brother Wei, luckily you're okay...otherwise my brother would be a sinner..."
The others have already left.
The two of them were still frightened while sitting in the carriage, but Lin Pingzhi was pretending, but he was thinking about whether to come back and have a look later, so as not to reveal any flaws, but he gave up this decision after a moment, who Know whether the other party will wait and see if you reveal yourself.
....
Liu Rushi in the room sighed quietly: "That's all I know, sir. There is one thing I hope you can help me with." Regardless of Lin Pingzhi's silence, Liu Rushi said to himself: "Now I am already dead in the eyes of outsiders, not to mention that I should have been dead long ago, but I was forced to live like a dog until now. This time is an opportunity. I want to take this opportunity to become a nun. It can be regarded as my own atonement for my sins. The young master can send me to a nunnery at will, so that I can have no worries and no worries."
"No." After hearing what she said, Lin Pingzhi returned without even thinking. In order to prevent the other party from feeling that he was coveting her beauty, he still coughed and explained: "Does Miss Liu know about Yu Xuanji?"
"Yu Xuanji..." Hearing what Lin Pingzhi said, Liu Rushi was in a trance for a while, and then understood what he meant. He was a smart person, so he naturally knew what Lin Pingzhi meant. For a person with her appearance, Even if she goes to some nunnery to practice incognito, I am afraid that it will attract the prying eyes of the people around her. Once her appearance is discovered, she will probably be uneasy and attract some extreme people. At that time, the place of practice will become a place of romance, and she herself is an outsider. It seems that he is a dead person, and I am afraid that he will cause unnecessary trouble when the time comes.
"Thank you for your advice, sir. I think it's too simple. But if I don't become a monk, where can I go... I'm afraid there is no place for me in this world." Liu Rushi sighed, his whole body His expression seemed a little dull.
"If Madam doesn't mind, you can stay in the house for a while." Lin Pingzhi was really worried about letting her go now, not because he was worried about her... but because this woman knew her secret, at least she couldn't let her go until the matter was completed. She leaves.
Hearing this suggestion, Liu Rushi was also a little moved, but there was still great worry in her eyes: "This... I'm afraid it's not good... I am an ominous person... What's more, I know that the young master must be here. There are big things to do, and I am afraid that being here will drag down the young master..." She has always been a woman who understands the general situation, otherwise she would not have died with the destruction of the Ming Dynasty due to the destruction of the country and the family in history.
Lin Pingzhi directly waved his hand and said: "This matter is settled. Madam Liu, don't worry, you just need to live in peace of mind, but don't come into contact with other people in the house."
"If that's the case, then I'll bother you, sir." Liu Rushi bowed and said softly.
Now that she had been settled, Lin Pingzhi was about to turn around and leave.
"Wait~" Who knew that Liu Rushi grabbed him and said with a resentful look, "Young Master hates me so much?"
Lin Ping was stunned: "No, why would Mrs. Liu ask that?"
"Then why did the young master want to leave...?" Liu Rushi pouted and muttered in a low voice, "I feel like a burden." She looked like a teenage girl.
Seeing how quickly this woman changed her face, Lin Pingzhi was speechless for a while... Didn't you say that you were a burden just now... In the blink of an eye... But he still smiled and said: "How could Mrs. Liu do that? It’s a burden, even if it’s a burden, men in the world would probably be very willing to be such a burden.”
"Really...really?"
"I saw how charming Qingshan was, and I expected Qingshan to be so charming when he saw me. Of course this is true, let alone a talented woman like Madam."
"I saw how charming Qingshan was, and I expected Qingshan to see me like this..." Liu Rushi murmured this sentence, and soon thought of her tragic life experience, but now she was really happy, and her smoke became softer and softer. , said slowly: "Mr. Lin, I am so lucky to meet you... Why couldn't God have allowed me to meet Mr. Lin a few years earlier..."
"Uh... I was still playing in the mud a few years ago..." Lin Pingzhi said this at an inappropriate time, making Liu Rushi smile sweetly.
When Liu Rushi was sent back today, he did not come through the main entrance, but climbed over the wall. Because he was worried that the matter would be exposed, he specifically asked Su Kui to arrange her in his inner palace, and then specifically told Su Kui not to let other People know she exists.
The main reason why he did this was because Liu Rushi's identity was too sensitive after today. A person who died in the fire came back to life in Wei Xiaobao's mansion, so many people would pay attention to him. Wei Xiaobao's identity was enough People are paying attention, if something like this happens...
Lin Pingzhi had already made plans and decided to ask Su Kui to move here tomorrow, so that he could hide his eyes from others and hide it from the people in the house. However, it was already very late today, so he might as well wait until early tomorrow morning. Let her rest early.
"Ahem..." Seeing Lin Pingzhi about to leave, Liu Rushi shouted softly, but stopped talking.
Lin Pingzhi smiled and said: "I live not far away. If anything happens, madam, you can call me at any time. Madam, just rest easy and go to bed early. Today is already tiring enough."
"Then, thank you, young master." Liu Rushi responded, her face a little red. In fact, she wanted to ask Lin Pingzhi if he had any snacks. After all, he had been working hard all day, and he was both surprised and frightened. I haven't eaten anything, and now that I'm relaxed I'm already hungry.
But she still didn't say anything, after all, she just came to this house...
