Master of Rebirth

Coming out of Kong Yun's house, the whole group felt heavy.

Seeing that Zhao Jing and Xu Baichuan looked like defeated roosters, Zhao Rui comforted him: "There is no need to rush this matter. Everyone is tired today, so let's go back and rest first. If there is anything, we will talk about it tomorrow."

"Then this subordinate will check Zhou He again to see if there are any missing clues." Xu Baichuan saluted Zhao Rui and left.

Zhao Rui didn't stop him, and after Xu Baichuan left, he said to Zhao Jing: "Jing'er, I heard that Mr. Wang is leaving Beijing tomorrow, so you can go and see off my father."

"Yes, Father."

"Thank you sir."

Zhao Jing and Wang Qi bowed their hands at the same time.

Nodding his head, Zhao Rui left, and Zhao Jing took Wang Qi back to his yard.

"I didn't expect Mr. Kong to be Wu Zhu's junior." As soon as he entered the room, Zhao Jing sighed for a while, and then he thought of something, and asked quickly: "Qiong Ju, you are very skilled at seeing portraits. Sir describe the appearance of Wuzhu, can you draw it?"

Wang Qi did not answer this question, but said dissatisfiedly: "When did you start calling me by my name directly?"

In front of Zheng Xihou and Xu Baichuan just now, Zhao Jing heard that "Qiong Ju" was longer and "Qiong Ju" was shorter, which made Wang Qi very uncomfortable.It's just that it's hard to make a sound because it hinders the presence of other people.Seeing Zhao Jing calling him by his name again, Wang Qi naturally couldn't help asking.

"I don't want to be your cousin, I just want to be your man, so naturally the word 'cousin' can no longer be used." Zhao Jing hugged Wang Qi intimately in his arms, and whispered softly in his ear : "Otherwise, if we get married, outsiders will think we are cousins!"

Quickly breaking free from his arms, Wang Qi covered her red ears and glared at Zhao Jing, saying, "What nonsense are you talking about!"

Wang Qi's eyes looked stern, but they were actually not at all lethal.In Zhao Jing's view, it is a "seduction" that is coquettish and angry, and wants to refuse or welcome.

Instigated by the beast, Zhao Jing wished to get rid of him immediately.Then I thought about Wang Qi's thin skin, and now he was on the verge of becoming angry again. If he pissed someone off, it might not be easy to coax.After deliberating left and right, Zhao Jing had no choice but to forcefully press back the cum on the pan.

"Okay, okay, I won't tease you anymore." Zhao Jing quickly said seriously: "You haven't told me, can you draw Wuzhu?"

Seeing that Zhao Jing turned to talk about business, Wang Qi couldn't continue to attack, so he could only say: "I don't have full confidence in words alone. Besides, the last time Mr. Kong saw Wu Zhu was more than 20 years ago. Then For a long time, it is enough to change a person's appearance. If Wuzhu puts on a little more camouflage, even if I succeed in drawing his appearance 20 years ago, I am afraid it will be difficult to use it."

"You're right." Zhao Jing nodded.

Knowing that although Zhao Jing didn't show anything on the surface, he was still a little disappointed, Wang Qi continued: "But we can try, I am also very curious about what the famous Mr. Wu Zhu looks like, even if he was born 20 years ago. looks."

"Okay, I'll discuss it with my father, I believe Mr. Kong will agree." Zhao Jing said with a smile.

Mentioning Kong Yun, Wang Qi smiled and said, "There is one thing that I couldn't say in front of Master Xu just now. Mr. Kong said that Wuzhu might have a sweetheart, and the girl's family makes hair oil. You Say, could this be a clue?"

"Even if it's a clue, my father must have checked it long ago." Zhao Jing said indifferently: "Besides, there is no truth in Wu Zhu's mouth, and the credibility of these words is not high."

Wang Qi said disapprovingly: "I still think it's hard to justify. Mr. Wu Zhu is a person who thinks very deeply, and every word he says has a certain purpose, and he will never reveal a word that should not be said. Even if it is a lie , why did he only talk about hair oil?"

"Maybe it's because there are so many things that it's hard to check, so Wu Zhu just mentioned it in passing." Although Zhao Jing didn't know much about hair oil, he guessed that these two words sounded like something rotten on the street.

Wang Qi said: "Then it's fine if he doesn't mention it, why bother?"

"Then what do you mean?" Feeling that Wang Qi must have other ideas, Zhao Jing looked at him and asked.

Wang Qidao: "I think, whether she is a sweetheart or not, there may really be this woman beside Wu Zhu."

"Why do you see it?" Zhao Jing also became interested.

Wang Qi said slowly: "Hair oil is what people in the south call it, and people in the north call it hair oil. Women use this thing to fix their buns, and it is said that it also has the effect of growing black hair. Men generally don't use this thing , I saw that when Mr. Kong mentioned hair oil, you and Mr. Xu were quite at a loss."

"Brother Xu and I have been in the army for a long time, and we are surrounded by rough men. Naturally, we don't know much about the things used by women. And the elder women probably wouldn't use these things in front of the juniors." Wang Qi understood. The meaning in the words made Zhao Jing's heart sour, and he asked quickly: "But, why do you know so much about hair oil? Have you seen anyone who used it before?"

Unaware of the jealousy in Zhao Jing's words, Wang Qi said, "When I was traveling around, I heard it from merchants I met. After all, businessmen who make hair oils are still very common."

"So that's how it is." Zhao Jing immediately said happily: "So you mean that there was a young woman who was close to Wu Zhu by his side."

Wang Qi said: "That's right. I've always felt that no matter how deep the city is, people all have emotions and desires, people and things they don't like, and grievances they have suffered. Wuzhu was still young at that time, so it was inevitable that he couldn't hide his personal emotions. It doesn't leak. I think he really despises the girl's parents, and that's why he said that to Mr. Kong."

"However, if this is really a clue, my father may have already discovered the clue." Zhao Jing said.

Wang Qi smiled and said: "It's not difficult to make hair oil. Although it's not everywhere, there are many small workshops that produce it, but it's just that they sell differently. It's normal if you can't find it."

"Mr. Kong is from the north, and what he said was hair oil, not hair oil. Obviously, he called it after Wu Zhu. This means that Wu Zhu may be from the south." Zhao Jing's eyes lit up, and then darkened again , "But Jiangnan is big, where can I find it?"

Wang Qidao: "I have a bold idea, but as before, there is still no evidence."

"Just say it." Zhao Jing hurriedly said: "Don't worry, we have returned without success many times, this time is not bad. You help me wholeheartedly, no matter what the result is, I will only thank you."

After taking reassurance, Wang Qi said: "I think you have always had a misunderstanding, that is, after the failure of the fifth prince's rebellion, it must be the dignitaries in Beijing who hid Mr. Wuzhu."

"What's wrong with this?" Zhao Jing asked suspiciously.

Wang Qi said: "Can we make such an assumption, maybe it was not some dignitary in Beijing who hid Mr. Wu Zhu privately, but his wife?"

Hearing this, Zhao Jing was taken aback.Before this, he had never had a similar idea.But when I think about it carefully, I don't think there is such a possibility.Although Xungui's wives do not have as much power as their husbands, they are even less likely to attract attention.After all, no one would suspect that the women in the inner house had the guts to harbor criminals from the imperial court.

"Perhaps Wuzhu really had such a childhood sweetheart who just happened to marry in the capital, and thus left him a way out by accident." Seeing the shock in Zhao Jing's eyes but not questioning, Wang Qi said with more confidence: "Of course." , I don't think a woman has the ability to hide Mr. Wuzhu by herself, but I think this is a direction of investigation. Maybe we can do the opposite and find out which wife in Beijing is from Jiangnan, and her natal family and hair Oil has something to do with it. Although there are many nobles in Beijing, this is after all two or 30 years ago. There is an age limit. If you exclude those women who were born in the capital, there are even fewer who meet the conditions. It should be easier to say."

"Qiong Ju, you are really my think tank." Excitedly hugged Wang Qi and turned around, Zhao Jing smiled like a blooming flower, "This is much easier than checking hair oil all over the world. I'll go now."

Putting Wang Qi down and kissing him on the lips again, Zhao Jing turned around.

"Wait a minute." Wang Qi quickly stopped him and said, "Don't say this is my idea, so as not to cause trouble."

Knowing that Wang Qi was afraid that Xu Baichuan would make irresponsible remarks in case nothing was found out, Zhao Jing comforted him and said, "Don't worry, I know what's in my heart. Brother Xu, I will find time to talk to him, and I won't let him I'll trouble you again."

"A few gossips are nothing troublesome, I'm just afraid..." Before Wang Qi could finish speaking, Zhao Jing immediately hugged him and said, "You are my dear wife, even a few gossips are not enough. Don't worry, this Take a breath, I will definitely do it for you."

Touching Zhao Jing's face, Wang Qi persuaded: "I know you are doing it for me, but Mr. Xu is not a random person. Anyway, I really have no evidence, and they don't think I have been wronged. The enemy is too aggressive right now. Cunning, we may not be able to find people out even if we share the same hatred, there is really no need to hurt everyone's peace with a few words."

"How can my wife be so considerate? I have cultivated blessings for eight lifetimes to meet such a good wife like you!" Zhao Jing hugged Wang Qi without letting go, and said, "I know you don't want to I protect you like I protect a woman, but it's only natural for a man to protect his lover. I know that according to your ability, even if I don't show up, one day Brother Xu will be convinced by you. "

Wang Qi didn't deny that her mind was exposed, she just patted Zhao Jing's shoulder with a smile, and said, "Okay, okay, hurry up and get busy. After such a long delay, I should also go to Third Uncle's place to have a look." gone."

"I agreed to go there with you." Only then did he think of Wang Yao who had been forgotten in the back of his mind, and Zhao Jing said guiltily: "We can investigate Wuzhu's matter later, let's go to Third Uncle's first."

Wang Qi disapproved and said: "Wu Zhu's matter is more important. Only by catching him can Third Uncle feel completely at ease. You are obedient, so hurry up and get busy with business."

"Okay then." Zhao Jing promised: "Tomorrow, I will definitely go with you to see off Third Uncle."

That night, Zhao Jing did not return all night, but sent someone back to deliver a message to Wang Qi, telling him to rest first and not to wait.

Knowing that Zhao Jing must be very busy, although Wang Qi didn't show it on the face, she was inevitably disappointed in her heart.

Although he was busy all night, Zhao Jing showed up in time the next morning and sent Wang Yao and his party out of the city together with Wang Qi.

Watching the carriage gradually go away, Wang Qi didn't know whether she was relieved or had new worries.

Seeing that Wang Qi frowned, knowing that he was worried about Wang Yao's safety, Zhao Jing said softly: "Don't worry, apart from you and my father, only Mr. Kong, Brother Xu and Xiuwen know about the third aunt. , Even Yan Wu didn’t say anything, and absolutely won’t let it out. I’ve sent someone to secretly protect Third Uncle and the others, and nothing will happen.”

"Since you've made all the arrangements, I'm relieved." Wang Qi said with a smile.

Zhao Jing said: "By the way, just now grandma sent someone to deliver a letter, saying that the banquet has been set for tonight, are you free?"

"Of course I'm free." Knowing that Mrs. Ma's "Hongmen banquet" will definitely not be avoided, Wang Qi said straightforwardly: "I'll go and inform Wang Sheng and the others. By the way, it's the first time I come here, so I don't know what Granny Ma likes." , I’m ready too. I remember when she was in Pingyao County, she didn’t seem to have anything she liked in particular.”

Seeing that Wang Qi agreed, Zhao Jing was overjoyed, "I've prepared the gift, you just need to be there. Don't worry, I'll go with you tonight. If grandma wants to make things difficult for you, I will definitely not let her do so."

Although Wang Qi is not afraid of Mrs. Ma, her little tricks are really hard to guard against.In case Mrs. Ma suddenly gets into trouble during the banquet, it may not be effective if she is too light, but if she is too serious, she is afraid that she will go to Zhao Jing to add fuel to the story and tell tales.It would be better if Zhao Jing was present, and he would stand in the way of everything, so he wouldn't have to take the lead himself.

"Okay, I'll wait for you to go there in the afternoon." Wang Qi didn't refuse, but instead asked implicitly: "How is the investigation going?"

Knowing what Wang Qi was asking, Zhao Jing said: "There are many nobles in Beijing and officials who have been in Beijing all the time, and their wives and concubines add up to a considerable number. Although most of them have been eliminated, there are still many left. Xiuwen and I have already made the list, but this matter needs to be kept secret, so we can’t let go of people, and it will take some time to check it out.”

"Don't work too hard, you still have to pay attention to your body." Although it was just pure concern and had no other meaning, but after saying this, Wang Qi inexplicably felt a little awkward.

As if feeling something, Zhao Jing smiled even sweeter, "I see, I will definitely go back to accompany you tonight."

After hearing this, Wang Qi's face turned red inexplicably.He wanted to explain, but felt that the description would get darker and darker, so he could only shut his mouth embarrassingly.

Zhao Jing still had things to do, so she sent Wang Qi back to Hou's mansion and went out.Wang Qi rested for a while, and then left for Wang Sheng's house.I told Wang Sheng, Xing Lin and Qi Xing about Mrs. Ma's banquet tonight, they were all very happy, and agreed that they would bring their lady there together.Thinking of Zhao Jing saying that he would go back to the Hou's mansion to pick him up, Wang Qi sat there for a while, then went back.

The sun had just set to the west, and Zhao Jing hurried back to the mansion.Choosing a low-key carriage, Zhao Jing took Wang Qi to the residence of Mrs. Ma.

Wang Sheng and the others had just got off the carriage when they arrived.After a group of people saluted, they were welcomed in by Mrs. Ma.

Sitting down in the main hall, Wang Qi and Wang Sheng presented presents respectively, and Mrs. Ma was so happy that she couldn't hold her tongue from ear to ear.Several people exchanged pleasantries again, enjoying themselves happily.Seeing the harmonious atmosphere, Mrs. Ma did not show any displeasure from the beginning to the end, as if she really sincerely thanked Wang Qi and Xing Lin, and Zhao Jing, who had been carrying God, was a little relieved.

After a few people talked for a while, the banquet began.Mrs. Ma enthusiastically welcomed the group of people to the flower hall where they had dinner.During the dinner, Mrs. Ma thanked her frequently, which made Wang Sheng and Xing Lin very embarrassed.

"Grandma Ma, my brother-in-law and I just did something as big as sesame seeds and mung beans. You have thanked us many times in person, so don't mention it again in the future." Xinglin said embarrassingly.

Wang Sheng also said: "Brother uncle is right. If you say something disrespectful, I don't treat you as an outsider, but as your own elder. As a family, we don't have to be so polite."

Xinglin and Wang Sheng didn't know Qiaogu's inside story, so they didn't know what Granny Ma really wanted to thank them for.Wang Qi smiled and said: "Xinglin and Wang Sheng are right, we didn't do anything, it was just a little effort, if you are always so polite, we will be ashamed of it."

"It's a piece of cake for you guys, but for the old lady, it's a great favor. Especially Xinglin, not only saved our lives many times, but also..." Thinking that Cuiyun's story could not be spread, Madam Ma had no choice but to swallow Then he turned to say: "In short, I am afraid that the old lady will never be able to repay your kindness in this lifetime."

Seeing Mrs. Ma talking more and more, Zhao Jing hurriedly said: "Grandma, today is a great day for everyone to reunite, so don't talk about these things, we haven't seen each other for a long time, we should say more happy things."

"What the young master said." Wang Sheng immediately raised his glass and changed the topic: "Grandma Ma, I would like to offer you a toast. I wish you good luck like the East China Sea, and a long life like the sky."

The others quickly followed Wang Sheng's words and raised their wine glasses, saying together: "I wish Grandma Ma a blessing like the East China Sea and a long life."

"Okay, okay." Granny Ma drank the glass of wine, and then said with great regret: "After all, all the benefactors from back then are here, and only Mr. Liu is missing. It would be great if he was still alive!"

Speaking of Liu Yun who passed away prematurely, the whole group was very sad.Especially Xinglin, whenever he thought of the death of his mentor, he felt overwhelmed with grief.

Xinglin's wife, Qi Xiaohui, knew about the sadness of the husband who had been hit again, and quickly shook his hand to express her comfort.

Looking up and seeing the worried face on the lady's face, Xinglin was very relieved, he held Qi Xiaohui's hand instead, smiled at her to indicate that he was fine, then looked at Mrs Ma and said: "Mother-in-law, don't be sad. The blessings are profound. My mother-in-law can appreciate Master in this way, and I believe that the old man has knowledge from the spring, and she will be very pleased."

"Mr. Liu helped me and Ah Man a lot back then, but now we have managed to get through it and want to repay him, but he is no longer here." As if suddenly thinking of something, Mrs. Ma raised her head and said: "By the way, listen to what Ah Man said , Mr. Liu has a distant relative who has been staying in Zhuyuan. I remember that girl's name seems to be Lianyi, how is she doing now?"

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In the next chapter, Wang Qi wants to tear up Ripples with her hands, and I want to prepare carefully...