After rebirth, the Queen of Madness has gone against the will of Heaven

Chapter 599: Better to Go Together

Although they had only spent a short time together, it did not prevent Aunt Zhang from having a good impression of Yu Qingli and her group. Although they looked like wealthy people, they did not have the bad habits of those rich people. Now that she knew that Yu Qingli and her group had been invited into the city by Li Fu, she couldn't help but feel a little worried.

"Auntie, is there something wrong?"

As soon as Aunt Zhang came in, Yu Qingli stepped forward to ask questions with rare enthusiasm. She really liked this optimistic and kind woman.

"Ma'am, there's something I don't know whether I should say or not."

"Auntie, you have something to say, but you can say it."

Aunt Zhang looked at them hesitantly before speaking, "My dear gentlemen, I originally didn't want to get involved in this trivial matter, but since you can stay at my house for a few days, it can be considered a bond between us, right? So, I'll be frank: you cannot follow Li Fu into the city."

"Oh? Why is that?" Murong Yan took over the conversation, a little confused.

"You may not know this, but Li Fu is the county magistrate's distant cousin. After the plague, he helped the magistrate find many doctors. However, for some unknown reason, these doctors either died or were imprisoned. In short, they all met a tragic end."

Aunt Zhang looked at Yu Qingli with a little worry. Although she didn't know why she disguised herself as a man and called herself a doctor, if she was also caught by the county magistrate, the result would definitely not be good. What's more, this lady and the maids around her were all beautiful women.

"Also, the county magistrate has always been extremely greedy. Before the city was sealed off, how many merchants who came and went were not skinned? And I heard that he is also very lustful and has ruined many decent women. So I am worried..."

Aunt Zhang's gaze fell on Yu Qingli and Xiluo, which touched them. Aunt Zhang was really worried about them, not because of their money or their status, but simply because of the concern of an elder for the younger generation.

Yu Qingli stepped forward and sincerely shook Aunt Zhang's hand, her voice softening a bit. "Aunt, don't worry, we will be fine. Don't worry, we will definitely protect ourselves."

Murong Yanhui was also moved. Want to take money from him? That depends on whether he is willing to give it. Plundering feathers from a passing goose also depends on the person. Greed? Very good, he will have a good meeting with the so-called county magistrate! He will definitely make him unforgettable!

Aunt Zhang sighed inwardly and said nothing more, but the concern in her eyes remained unchanged, and there was even a hint of reluctance. She really liked these guests and didn't want them to be exploited by the county magistrate like the people in the city.

Yu Qingli was also very moved. In such a place, after experiencing such a tragic situation, they still had the mind to think about others. It can be seen that they really met good people.

However, even though they knew there were many difficulties in the city, they had no choice but to take the risk because it was their responsibility.

Aunt Zhang probably knew that she couldn't persuade these people, so she simply stopped talking. She just looked at them thoughtfully and then slowly walked out.

As for Li Fu, after leaving Zhang's house, he did not delay at all and rushed directly to the city. He wanted to tell the news to his cousin as soon as possible.

In the huge courtyard, under the corridor with carved beams and painted rafters, a slightly plump figure walked back and forth slightly uneasily. This person was the magistrate of Pei County. At this time, he had already informed the surrounding officials, but he was still very nervous. He heard that the court attached great importance to the plague this time, and the people sent were people they could not afford to offend. They were noble men and could crush these petty officials to death with just one finger.

"Cousin, cousin, there is good news!"

Just when the county magistrate was feeling uneasy, a familiar voice came from outside the courtyard. His heart skipped a beat, and he soon frowned in dissatisfaction.

"What are you yelling about? You're an official after all, how come you haven't even learned basic etiquette in all this time?"

When the visitor heard this, he was not annoyed. Instead, he wore a flattering smile on his slightly wretched face and quickly saluted the county magistrate. However, it was not known whether it was because the magistrate really did not know how to do it or was hesitant in a hurry, but a simple bow was done awkwardly by him.

"Alright, alright, tell me what's going on!"

The county magistrate was obviously very impatient. He waved his hand, signaling Li Fu to speak properly.

Li Fu chuckled and approached the county magistrate in a very servile manner, and said a few words in a low voice. After listening to him, the county magistrate's tightly frown relaxed a little, and even the smile on his face became much brighter.

"Are you serious? There's such a good thing?"

"When have I ever lied to my cousin? These people are clearly wealthy young masters and young ladies. They look naive and ignorant of the ways of the world. If we..."

Li Fu whispered a few words, and the county magistrate was overjoyed and nodded repeatedly, "Okay, I'll leave this matter to you. Make sure you serve these gods of wealth well for me."

"Don't worry, cousin. I know what to do."

"That's good. Oh, and by the way, there's news from above that people from the capital will be arriving soon. Please stay alert and don't cause any trouble for me."

"Of course, cousin, don't worry. But what does the higher-ups mean? Do they want us to come here to receive people from the capital? If that place outside the city is discovered, wouldn't it be..."

The county magistrate glanced at Li Fu and said, "Don't worry about this. The higher-ups have already made arrangements. Besides, those people from the imperial capital have never suffered any hardship, so they would never come to our remote village. Moreover, the prefect has already made arrangements. When the time comes, they will directly pick them up. We don't need to worry about it."

"That's good, that's good!"

"Since nothing is wrong, you should quickly go and take those distinguished guests into the city to avoid any further complications."

"Yes, I have already arranged this matter. I am just here to ask for instructions so that I can feel more at ease."

The county magistrate said nothing more, but just waved his hand to signal Li Fu to do his job as soon as possible. After receiving the order, Li Fu hurried out of the yard.

In the Zhang family courtyard, Yu Qingli and the others had already packed up and were waiting for Li Fu's carriage. They knew in their hearts that Li Fu was going into the city most likely to ask for permission from his superiors. Fortunately, the result was obvious, because soon, three spacious carriages stopped outside the courtyard.

When they were about to set off, they suddenly heard the voice of Aunt Zhang.

"Dear guests, please slow down!"

Li Fu, who was in charge of clearing the way, glared at Aunt Zhang with some dissatisfaction, but because of the attitude of Yu Qingli and the others, he didn't say anything else. Yu Qingli lifted the carriage curtain and asked curiously, "What's wrong? Did something happen?"

Aunt Zhang ran over breathlessly, grabbed the side of the carriage, and said anxiously, "It's a good thing you haven't left yet. A young man and a young lady said they got separated from you and are now rushing here!"

Yu Qingli and Murong Yanhui exchanged a glance, and Murong Yanhui smiled and said, "I'm afraid it's Steward Lin and my niece. Sir Li, I'll trouble you to wait a moment."

Li Fu was a little confused. How come there was suddenly a housekeeper and a niece? It was understandable that these wealthy families would have more people when they went out, but it was still better to ask more clearly.

"Seventh Master, since you all came out together, why did the housekeeper and the young lady get separated from you?"

"Well, we were caught in a rainstorm on our way south, and the road we were on was washed away, so we got separated. I was in a hurry to check the accounts at the shop, so I didn't wait for them to come with me."

"I see."

While they were talking, two figures appeared in front of everyone. It was indeed Lin Yutang and Murong Yuan. The moment Li Fu saw Murong Yuan, his eyes widened.

Although Li Fu knew that Mr. Huang Qi's family seemed to be full of handsome men and beautiful women, and didn't he see that even the maid was very pretty? But he didn't expect that this young lady was really stunning!

It's no wonder that Li Fu was surprised by something he had never seen before. Although he was an official, he was just a city guard. Even if he went to a brothel on weekdays, he mostly looked at vulgar women. How could he be compared with Murong Yuan, who had been carefully raised since childhood? What's more, Murong Yuan was from the royal family after all. There was a natural charm in her every move. It was natural that Li Fu was stunned.

"Little Emperor Uncle!"

Murong Yuan was delighted to see a familiar face. She quickly lifted her skirt and ran towards the carriage, ignoring Lin Yutang's previous advice to conceal her identity.

Fortunately, Li Fu didn't seem to think much about it. He thought she was calling him "Uncle Huang". In addition, he was stunned by Murong Yuan's beauty and had not yet come to his senses.

Lin Yutang behind Murong Yuan was startled, while Yu Qingli and the others were a little dissatisfied, but this unhappiness was fleeting and they soon returned to calm.

Murong Yuan didn't care about much else. She had many grievances to tell Murong Yanhui at this moment. Although Lin Yutang saved her, there was a difference between men and women after all, and because of her status, she had to put on airs. But it was different when facing Murong Yanhui. He was her little uncle and had loved her very much since she was a child.

The two of them quickly reached the carriage. Before they could speak, Murong Yanhui narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze warning but his tone gentle as he said, "Butler Lin, what took you so long? Don't you know I, the Seventh Master, am very busy? I haven't settled the accounts of so many shops yet. Also, how did you take care of the young lady? We haven't seen each other for a few days, and she's already in such a mess?"

Murong Yanhui's words implied that he was warning Lin Yutang not to expose their identities. Fortunately, Lin Yutang was also smart and immediately bowed to Murong Yanhui, "Seventh Master, please forgive me. I didn't expect to lose my horse on the way."

"Alright, alright, you can get in the car behind and sit with Xiluo and the others. As for Yuan'er, you and Cheng'er can share a car."

Before Murong Yuan could react to what was happening, she was taken to the second carriage. When she lifted the curtain and took a look, she was dumbfounded. Why was Murong Cheng here too?