Master of Rebirth

Seeing that Zhao Rui asked Manager Zhou, Xu Baichuan immediately said: "The subordinates only know that his name is Zhou He, and he is the distant nephew of the chief manager of Uncle Ning'an's residence. He is trusted by Uncle Ning because of his quick handling of affairs. If there is no accident, Ning Anbo He should be the next head of the Amber Mansion."

"How old is this Zhou He, and who is he from?" Zhao Rui continued to ask.

"This..." Xu Baichuan paused for a moment, and said with some embarrassment: "Forgive me, my subordinates don't know. Since we ruled out Uncle Ning Yuan as a suspect early in the morning, the people in his mansion, the subordinates did not do much. investigation."

Zhao Jing said: "Father, don't worry, Zhou He's life experience and hometown are not difficult to find out. The most important thing right now is to determine whether Zhou He really went to southern Yunnan before Moji Khan was assassinated. Now I have a clear goal , It’s much better than finding a needle in a haystack.”

Zhao Rui nodded and said: "It's not too late, Baichuan, you go and find out what's going on with Zhou He immediately."

"Yes." Xu Baichuan got the order and immediately went down to do it.

Zhao Rui looked at Zhao Jing and said: "It's getting late, Jing'er, you can send the prince back to rest."

How could Wang Qi dare to let Zhao Jing send her off in front of Zhao Rui, she hurriedly got up and said, "The Lord Hou and the Young Lord must have important matters to discuss, Cao Min can go back by himself, so I won't bother the Young Lord."

"There's nothing else to discuss." Zhao Rui smiled amiably: "It's been a busy day, you go back to your room early to rest, I'm tired too."

Although she knew that Zhao Rui probably had no other intentions, Wang Qi blushed when she heard the words "Go back to your room and rest early".

"Then father also rested earlier." Zhao Jing was not polite, and after saluting Zhao Rui, he took Wang Qi away.

After returning to Zhao Jing's courtyard, Wang Qi relaxed a little.Although he helped Zhao Jing rescue Moji Khan and found Cuiyun, they were all in the dark.Today is the first time Wang Qi went to see Zheng Xihou because of business, and it was only speculation.Unexpectedly, Zheng Xihou not only listened to his words seriously, but also defended him in front of Xu Baichuan many times, which moved Wang Qi very much.

The attendant washed the two of them and went down. Zhao Jing looked at Wang Qi and said, "Qiong Ju, you can stay and rest tonight, so we can discuss Zhou He's matter."

Instinctively feeling that sleeping on the same bed with Zhao Jing would make people blush and heartbeat, Wang Qi was inexplicably excited and panicked.But seeing Zhao Jing's tired face, obviously very tired, Wang Qi couldn't help but secretly scolded herself for being indecisive, and said, "You've been tired for a day, you'd better rest early, I won't bother you. What's the matter?" It’s not too late for us to talk about it tomorrow.”

Smiling and pulling Wang Qi to sit beside him, Zhao Jing put her chin on his shoulder and said coquettishly, "I'm afraid I won't sleep well without you by my side. Don't worry, I'm really tired today, I won't be right What do you do. If you want it, I will supply it to you another day."

"Aren't you serious, who...who wants it." Wang Qi's face flushed immediately when her shameful thoughts were exposed, and she said incoherently.

"Okay, okay, I'm not serious, I want it." Seeing that Wang Qi was about to run away, Zhao Jing pulled him back with a good temper, turned over and pressed him on the bed to hug her tightly.Burying her head in Wang Qi's neck and taking a deep breath, Zhao Jing said vaguely, "Don't move around, let me hug you for a while."

After saying this, Zhao Jing became silent, and apparently fell asleep.

Hearing the slight snoring sound, Wang Qi smiled helplessly.Afraid of waking Zhao Jing up, Wang Qi didn't dare to move, so she could only let him hold her, and gradually fell asleep.

Zhao Jing didn't have the habit of staying in bed, no matter how late he slept or how tired he was, he still opened his eyes when the time came.Wang Qi was held in his arms and fell into a deep sleep.Looking down at Wang Qi's sleeping face, Zhao Jing only felt that the more she looked at it, the better it looked.

I have to say that Wang Qi is indeed beautiful, but his appearance is not feminine at all, no matter from which angle you look at it, it is pleasing to the eye.Although he really wanted to do something, Zhao Jing couldn't bear to wake him up, so he lowered his head and kissed Wang Qi's lips lightly, then reluctantly replaced the arm under his head with a pillow , and then lightly got out of bed.

When Wang Qi woke up, Zhao Jing had already finished his morning exercise and was sitting on the sidelines reading a book, well-dressed.Seeing him get up, he hurriedly came up and said with a smile: "You wake up, go wash up quickly, we have breakfast."

After finishing speaking, he ordered someone to serve water, and helped Wang Qi to wash and wash herself.

After the two finished packing, a steaming breakfast was already placed on the small table in the outer room.The millet porridge is soft and sweet, and the xiaolongbao gravy is delicious.

After eating, Wang Qi took the handkerchief from the attendant and wiped her mouth, then said: "Third Uncle is leaving Beijing tomorrow, I have to go and have a look."

"Why so fast?" Zhao Jing asked in surprise, "Didn't Third Uncle leave in two days?"

Wang Qi smiled bitterly and said, "Third Aunt doesn't want to stay in the capital no matter what. They wanted to leave today, but I persuaded them to leave, so they stayed for one more day."

"Since they want to leave, let them go." Knowing Wang Qi's intention to keep Wang Yao and Wang Fang, Zhao Jing was moved.He held Wang Qi's hand, and said softly: "You have told me in detail what Aunt San knows, and she probably doesn't know the deeper things. Otherwise, they would not have survived until now. Don't worry, I will send a few reliable brothers to protect the safety of the third uncle's family, and will never let them have an accident."

It was an eventful time at this time, the safety of Wang Yao and others was really worrying, Wang Qi did not refuse, and said with cupped hands: "Thank you very much."

"Your third uncle is my third uncle, why should we be so polite between us." Holding Wang Qi's hand again, Zhao Jing said: "I will accompany you to the third uncle's place in a while to see what they still need. The old man left , I don’t know when I’ll be back. By the way, where’s Jinger? Is he going to Hangzhou with Third Uncle too?”

Wang Qi said: "I have already discussed with Jinger, and he is also willing to go to Hangzhou with Third Uncle. Right now, Beijing and China are not peaceful, so it is better to leave. I will pick him up after this period of time."

"I know you treat Jing'er well, but he is Wang Long's son after all, and he once poisoned you, do you really not mind at all?" Zhao Jing asked in a low voice.

Wang Qi said with a smile: "I hit it off quite well with Jing'er. He is young and ignorant. As an elder, he can't argue with the younger generation. Besides, third uncle has several children to take care of, and third aunt has always looked down on this place, yes Jing'er may not be interested. I have already made an agreement with my third uncle. After the matter in the capital is over, Jing'er will be adopted under my name. This is an explanation to the Wang family's ancestors and dead parents. Yes, there are people who will die."

Knowing that Wang Qi was giving up her son by doing this, Zhao Jing was both moved and distressed, and hurriedly embraced him, promising: "Don't worry, I will treat you father and son well, and I will never let you down in this life."

Considering that there were still people around, Wang Qi couldn't get too close to Zhao Jing, so she hurriedly broke away from his arms, "By the way, I forgot to ask you, why did Marquis Dingbei come here suddenly on the day my third uncle invited us to the Plum Garden for a banquet?" Zhengxihou Mansion? He... didn't make things difficult for you, did he?"

Mentioning Zhou Ying, Zhao Jing's eyes flickered, and then he smiled and said: "He is here to discuss Mr. Wu Zhu's affairs, don't worry, although we have been grudges for a long time, but for a while, no one can do anything about it. Besides, right now Mr. Wuzhu hasn't caught it yet, although Zhou Ying's character is not good, she can still handle major issues clearly, and she won't be in a nest at this time."

"Really?" Although it was fleeting, Wang Qi still noticed the flash of uneasiness on Zhao Jing's face, so she couldn't help asking.

Zhao Jing pretended to be calm and said: "Really, how could I lie to you. If you don't believe me, you can ask Xiuwen and Yanwu, they were there at the time."

Xiuwen and Yanwu are both Zhao Jing's people, as long as Zhao Jing is not willing, they will naturally not tell the truth.

"How could I not believe you." Wang Qi still smiled, although she felt that Zhao Jing must be hiding something.

Seeing that Wang Qi didn't follow up, Zhao Jing heaved a sigh of relief and at the same time felt deep guilt.Although he didn't lie to Wang Qi, he didn't finish talking either.Zhou Ying came here to discuss Mr. Wu Zhu's matter.He is willing to cooperate with Zhengxi Hou Mansion, and to tell all the secrets in his hands, and he will give all the credit to Zhao Rui afterwards.But there is a condition, Zhao Jing must marry the woman Zhou Ying chooses.

When Zhou Ying proposed this condition, Zhao Jing immediately rejected it.Not to mention that he already had Wang Qi and would not marry any woman.Even if he likes women, he will not marry Zhou Yingxuan's woman.In the end, the two naturally broke up unhappy.However, Zhou Ying left a message before leaving, if Zhao Jing changed his mind, the deal could be counted at any time.

During this period, Zhao Rui kept silent, and Zhao Jing was very grateful.He knew that, judging from the situation at the time, accepting Zhou Ying's overtures was tantamount to a temporary truce between the two sides, which would relieve a lot of pressure on Zhengxihoufu and increase the odds of winning.But Zhao Rui didn't force him, not even a little bit of persuasion.

Although Wang Qi would not be disappointed, Mr. Wuzhu's matter not only involved his personal honor and disgrace, but also the rise and fall of the entire Zhengxihou Mansion and the lives and deaths of many people. It was impossible for Zhao Jing to ignore it.Although he sternly rejected Zhou Ying, but the world is unpredictable, and he can't guarantee whether he will pretend to agree to Zhou Ying's conditions due to the pressure of the situation.

A little guilty glanced at Wang Qi, Zhao Jing almost told the truth several times.But he really didn't want to take any risk of losing Wang Qi, let alone worry him, so he could only swallow the words that came to his mouth.

"Do you have something to say to me?" Seeing Zhao Jing's hesitant expression, Wang Qi asked with concern.

"There is something I want to tell you." Zhao Jing quickly changed the subject with a smile, "Grandma always wanted to thank you, and after Third Uncle left, she wanted to invite you, Wang Sheng and Xinglin to her house as guests. What are you looking at?" Is the time convenient?"

Zhao Jing had mentioned this matter to him long ago, and talking about it now, it was obviously a pretext that was pulled out temporarily.Wang Qi knew that this was not what Zhao Jing really wanted to say. Although she felt uneasy, Wang Qi still smiled and said: "I'm free anytime, let's see when Granny Ma is convenient."

"Okay, then I will send someone to notify grandma in a while, and let her choose a time." Zhao Jing said.

At this moment, Wang Ping'an came in in a hurry, just in time to relieve Zhao Jing.

"Little Hou Ye, Hou Ye invites you and Prince Wang to come over?" Wang Ping'an said.

Wang Qi was taken aback, "Should I go too?"

"Yes." Wang Ping'an said, "This is specially ordered by Lord Hou."

Zhao Jing immediately stood up and said, "Since my father asked you to come over, there must be his intentions. It's not too late, let's not make my father wait any longer."

After saying this, Zhao Jing dragged Wang Qi away.

When the two arrived at the front hall, they found that besides Zhao Rui, Xu Baichuan and Xiuwen were also there.The three of them all looked solemn, with all their thoughts written on their faces.

Knowing that there must be something, Wang Qi dared not say more.He and Zhao Jing greeted Zhao Rui, then took the last seat and sat down.

After adding tea, all the people serving in the room retreated out in a sensible manner.Then Zhao Rui looked at Xu Baichuan and said, "Baichuan, tell me."

"Yes." Xu Baichuan got up and saluted Zhao Rui and Zhao Jing, and then said: "The subordinates have already investigated. Three months before Mo Ji Khan was assassinated, Zhou He's whereabouts were unknown. Someone saw him leave Beijing to Go south. About five months later, no one saw him reappear in the capital. During this half a year, no one knew where he went."

Hearing this, Zhao Jing was a little disappointed, "The time is right, but the girder is so big, even if he goes south, it doesn't mean that he went to southern Yunnan."

"What Young Master said is true, but my subordinates also discovered a very interesting thing." Xu Baichuan continued: "Not long after Zhou He returned to Beijing, he went to the medical clinic to get medicine."

After Xu Baichuan finished speaking, he handed a few prescriptions to Zhao Jing.

Zhao Jing looked at it, and said with some doubts: "These are some common medicines, what's the problem?"

"It's really nothing to look at separately." Xu Baichuan combined several prescriptions and handed them to Zhao Jing.

Zhao Jing took a closer look and couldn't help saying: "This is..."

"Yes, in order to deceive others, Zhou He divided a prescription into several parts and went to different clinics to get the medicine." Xu Baichuan's tone could not hide his excitement: "He suffered from a mild miasma, which is common in southern Yunnan. .This grandson has definitely been to southern Yunnan."

Zhao Jing was also very excited when he slapped the prescription on the table.He looked at Wang Qi and said with a smile: "It really is him, Qiongju, you really did a great job this time."

It can be confirmed that Zhou He has a problem, and Wang Qi is also relieved.But in front of so many people, he naturally didn't dare to take credit, and just smiled at Zhao Jing when he heard this.

"The subordinates have already sent people to investigate in detail, and found that this Zhou He is indeed very strange." Xu Baichuan continued: "Although he is the second manager of Ning Anbo's mansion, he doesn't show up often, and he lives more reclusively than Ning Anbo. And more importantly, although he was born in the north, he grew up in the south..."

Xu Baichuan mentioned a place, Wang Qi didn't understand yet, Zhao Jing stood up excitedly, "That's the hometown of County Magistrate Wu, this Zhou He and Wu Zhou are from the same village!"

Wang Qi suddenly realized that both Zhao Jing and Wang Yao had said that the mysterious Zou Ran was from Wuzhou's hometown, which meant that there was another evidence to prove that Zhou He was Zou Ran.

"We can take Zhou He's portrait and go to Wuzhou's hometown to inquire. I believe we will be able to find out something." Zhao Jing said.

Zhao Rui was not as excited as Zhao Jing, motioning him to sit down first, Zhao Rui said: "Don't be impatient, the Rebellion of the Five Kings happened more than 20 years ago, Zhou He is only in his early forties this year, and he was only in his teens back then. It's nothing. Even if he is Zou Ran and not Mr. Wu Zhu, don't act rashly."

Zhao Jing understood Zhao Rui's meaning, the cunning rabbit still has three caves, let alone a cunning person like Mr. Wu Zhu.Before he is really locked in, anyone may be a cover and a shield thrown by him.In case of alarming the snake, Zhou He may be silenced, and it will be even more difficult to investigate at that time.

"My child understands, please don't worry, father." Zhao Jing hurriedly said to Zhao Rui.

Nodding in satisfaction, Zhao Rui looked at Wang Qi who had been silent all this time, and said with a smile, "What does Mr. Wang think about this?"

Since entering the door, Wang Qi has been pretending to be a transparent person.Because he knew his identity, he didn't want to talk too much in front of the "big shots".

Now that he was suddenly named, and he was Lord Hou and the elder, Wang Qi had to answer, so he could only humbly say: "Master Hou, forgive me, the grassroots have very little knowledge, so they really don't have any opinions."

"My lord, don't underestimate yourself. There are no outsiders here. It's okay to say what you want. If you say something right, it will be good for us. Even if you say something wrong, it's okay. We gather together to discuss." Zhao Rui smiled on the road.

Zhao Rui's words obviously regarded him as one of his own. Wang Qi was excited and said boldly: "The grass people know too little about Mr. Wu Zhu, so they dare not make rash judgments. I just feel that although Zhou He is from Ning Anbo's mansion It doesn't mean that Ning Anbo must have something to do with Mr. Wu Zhu, but as the old saying goes, the most dangerous place is the safest place. Could it be Ning Anbo who hid Mr. Wu Zhu back then? Lord Hou is very wise, since Ning Anbo can convince Lord Hou that he is not suspected, he must have some tricks."

"Young Master Wang doesn't know something." Zhao Rui smiled, and said softly: "There are many reasons why Ning Anbo was cleared of suspicion."

For these reasons, Wang Qi had heard from Zhao Jing a long time ago.However, after all, Ning'anbo Mansion has no business to take care of, and the property and land are all in the capital.Zhou He, as the second manager of Ning Anbo's mansion, went out for such a long time without any reason, it was impossible to hide the truth from Ning Anbo and Shen Yingjie.Even if Ning Anbo is confused and incompetent and ignores business, what about Shen Yingjie?He is not a fuel-efficient lamp, how could it be possible for Zhou He to disappear for nearly half a year?

"Master Hou will rule out Ning Anbo, there is sufficient basis." Xu Baichuan didn't understand Wang Qi's thoughts, and thought he was deliberately looking for a sense of presence in front of Zhao Rui, so he couldn't help but said coldly: "First of all, he has no real power. , belongs to a fringe figure in the capital, there is no need to win over, and has nothing to do with the fifth prince and Mr. Wuzhu. Secondly, he is timid and cowardly, and he does not have the courage to participate in the rebellion. And the most important point, the Ning Anbo mansion has already declined Now, it depends on the Emperor and Concubine Shen to bring the dead back to life. Ning Anbo has no reason to help outsiders to overthrow the status of his son-in-law and grandson. Our Zhengxihou Mansion has always used evidence to speak for itself, and will not indiscriminately wrong people because of personal grievances."

Knowing that Xu Baichuan was deliberately satirizing himself for drawing conclusions based on speculation, Wang Qi smiled and did not defend himself.No matter what, what Xu Baichuan said made sense.Wang Qi also couldn't figure out why Ning Anbo had no reason to have a good time, but he had to risk his life and follow Mr. Wu Zhu blindly.

"Master Xu said that it was the grassroots who were rude. I hope Lord Hou and everyone don't mind." Wang Qi said neither humble nor overbearing.

Zhao Jing naturally couldn't see Wang Qi being wronged, and hurriedly said: "Qiong Ju's intuition has always been very accurate. Since he doubts Ning Anbo, he must have his reasons. Just in case, Xiuwen, you should investigate and see five During the period before and after Wang Mou's rebellion, did anything happen to Ning Anbo? No matter how big or small, come back and tell me."

"Your subordinates have written it down." Knowing that Zhao Jing was trying to find a place for Wang Qi, she asked herself to investigate Ning Anbo. Xiuwen readily agreed, but didn't take it seriously.

"It's not too late, you should check it out," Zhao Rui said.

Unexpectedly, Zhao Rui actually spoke, Xiuwen really didn't dare to be negligent, and hurriedly saluted.

After Xiu Wen left, Zhao Jing looked at Zhao Rui and said, "Father, what Qiong Ju said is right, we know too little about Mr. Wu Zhu, so it's useless to just run around aimlessly like a headless chicken. "

"What Young Master said is that we still have to think of other ways." Xu Baichuan also echoed.

After a brief silence, Zhao Rui sighed, got up and said, "Okay, you three come with me."

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The author has something to say:

This year, God really likes to have trouble with me. Whenever I think I can relax a bit, I always "slap" my face and make me more tired. I am really exhausted physically and mentally. ND, never hated going to work so much.