Chapter 1544: The Person Mentioned by Kong Zhiyou is the Same One
When Xiao Shi heard the description of the person, she felt that he might be looking for her.
Otherwise, how could it be so coincidental? She was afraid that the person would recklessly barge into the backyard, which could lead to trouble for Dongqing Temple.
Although Dongqing Temple was taking care of her on behalf of Shu Yu, they didn't know her true identity. The nuns at Dongqing Te...
2023-09-01 01:31:36 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1543: Filled with Good Feelings for the Shop
After returning to the backyard with Ying Xi, Shu Yu went out to buy some things.
However, just as they turned around a corner, a person suddenly appeared in front of them and urgently said in a low voice, "Lu Xiangjun, something happened."
Shu Yu raised her head and saw a stranger's face. But as an expert in disguise, she immediately noticed that the person had altered their appearance intenti...
2023-09-01 01:31:12 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1542: Wei Ronghua's Record
Upon hearing Shu Yu's words, the crowd suddenly understood.
It's really impressive. When others sell things, they have to gradually expand from a small shop. But Lu Xiangjun, on the other hand, had her products sold out directly as soon as they were available, even without opening the shop.
"Lu Xiangjun, what about the surprise mentioned in the catchy rhyme on the opening day? What kind of lottery is it?" Someone asked,...
2023-09-01 01:26:02 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1541: Xiao Shi's Departure from Dongqing Temple
Shu Yu watched from behind for a while before walking up to the front.
Seeing her approach, Wei Ronghua was surprised and quickly stood up.
Shu Yu waved her hand, "shopkeeper Wei, continue with your work. We can talk later."
Wei Ronghua sat back down halfway and continued recording the information of the applicants who came to register for the job.
Shu Yu walked up and look...
2023-09-01 01:23:17 +0000 UTC
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Title: Chapter 1540: Wei Ronghua Recruiting Workers
Shu Yu could only temporarily put aside this matter, especially since Chen Ji's death was connected to that mysterious person. If it were Shu Yu herself, for the sake of safety, she would probably leave Jiangyuan County temporarily to hide.
As a witness, Shu Yu was delayed for a day. The next day, she set off again to head to the capital city.
The shop in Fufu Lane in the capital city had already be...
2023-08-31 10:43:04 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1539: Understanding the Truth
Shu Yu took the child from her arms, sat opposite the old lady, and while playing with Xiao Zaozao, she recounted what had happened in the courtroom.
Grandma Lu sighed upon hearing the story, "The Chen family is really causing trouble. That Chen Ji is scheming cunningly. Even though he might be well-read and a scholar, his character is truly despicable. Qiuju also brought this upon herself; if she hadn't gotten involved with Chen Xiucai, she...
2023-08-31 10:38:56 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1538: All the Information on the Papers Is Wrong
Shu Yu had a rough idea now. Although Kong Zhiyou's description was quite vague, it was better than nothing.
After Kong Zhiyou finished speaking, she felt a huge burden lifted off her heart, "In any case, the rest is up to you. From now on, I have nothing to do with this matter."
"Alright."
Only then did Kong Zhiyou feel relieved and got off the carriage. Standing beside the carriage, she hesitated for a mome...
2023-08-31 09:43:06 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1537: Let's Call It Even
At first, Kong Zhiyou intended to enter the study while no one was around to find something to deal with Qiuju.
However, when she saw Chen Ji's body, her first suspicion was on the person who had secret dealings with him. The second suspicion fell on Meng Yunzheng, as the matters they discussed were related to him, and he might be involved.
Kong Zhiyou had hesitated, but in the end, she searched the study and found these two pieces of pape...
2023-08-31 09:38:09 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1536: Unexpected Eavesdropping
That guest was the old man Qiuju mentioned.
Kong Zhiyou didn't intend to eavesdrop at first. After losing her child, she had been sitting through her postpartum recovery, watching the father and son in the Chen family acting as if nothing happened and being affectionate with the murderer. Kong Zhiyou was thoroughly disappointed in them and didn't want to get involved.
However, she heard them mentioning Meng Yunzheng's name.
Sh...
2023-08-31 09:34:13 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1535: That Person, I've Seen Before
Kong Zhiyou first thanked Meng Yunzheng before stepping on a stool and getting into the carriage, sitting opposite Shu Yu.
Shu Yu thought she would at least express her thanks, but after getting into the carriage, Kong Zhiyou kept her head down and remained silent.
Shu Yu asked, "...If you're not busy, you should go home. Your grandmother must be worried about you."
Kong Zhiyou exhaled and looked up, saying, "Lu Xiangjun,...
2023-08-31 07:20:44 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1534: Waiting Specifically for Shu Yu
Magistrate Xie was somewhat concerned about the old man mentioned by Qiuju, but Qiuju didn't know, and Chen Xiucai was completely unaware of these matters.
The only thing certain was that Chen Ji had died, and he died because of his own poison.
Since Qiuju couldn't provide any more information, Magistrate Xie had the official scribe place the charges in front of her and had her leave her fingerprint.
Immediately, it was...
2023-08-31 07:13:26 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1533: Qiuju's Confession
In truth, Qiuju didn't know much about the matter. She had managed to get some information from Chen Ji when he was drunk that day.
Later, when Chen Xiucai returned, she had to temporarily stop her inquiry. But she had already learned the key points.
Qiuju had a certain degree of beauty; otherwise, she wouldn't have caught Chen Xiucai's attention and become his concubine.
However, the Chen family had no power or influence, so they h...
2023-08-31 07:07:22 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1532: Shu Yu's Guess is Right
Qiuju's face turned pale.
However, Shu Yu hadn't finished speaking yet, ''Let me guess why you did all this. Were you trying to create a big fuss by bumping into someone, preferably starting a quarrel to waste a good half-hour? That way, you would return home late, and by then, Chen Ji would definitely be too hungry and eat the instant noodles.''
''And when you were quarreling with someone outside, making a scene that attracted people...
2023-08-31 07:01:40 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1531: Sorting Things Out
Despite Chen Xiucai's favoritism towards Qiuju, he gradually figured out the situation. Qiuju caused Chen Xiucai's father to injure his leg, forcing him to stay home instead of going out. Then she had Aunt Jiang cook a light meal, resulting in Chen Ji having little appetite and eating sparingly in the evening.
By the time it was the second quarter of the hour of the Dog, Chen Ji couldn't bear his hunger, and the only one at home was Kong Zhiyou w...
2023-08-31 06:55:32 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1530: All Pointing to Qiuju
Everyone's gaze suddenly fell on Qiuju.
Aunt Jiang hurriedly wanted to clear her name, so she blurted out everything she could to distance herself from the situation.
She pointed at Qiuju and said, "While I was cooking, Sister Qiuju came in and told me to use less salt in the dishes. I told her that Master Chen prefers strong flavors. But she said that Old Master Chen is getting older and should have ...
2023-08-31 04:34:03 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1529: The Mighty Village Lord and Scholar Meng
"No?" Meng Yunzheng chuckled. "Then why did he have a late-night snack yesterday at the second quarter of the night? Did your stomach suddenly grow hungry, or did you get a craving?"
Under Chen Xiucai's calm and indifferent expression, he gradually calmed down. He cleared his throat and said, "Maybe, he didn't eat much during dinner."
"Why didn't you eat much?"
"Because, because the dishes Aunt Jiang cooked...
2023-08-31 03:58:11 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1528: Related to Me Again?
Chen Xiucai furrowed his brow and thought for a moment, "I haven't heard anything about my father planning to go out."
The testimonies of these four people were inconsistent, which made Magistrate Xie find it quite strange.
Although Kong Zhiyou had a higher suspicion, so far, there was no direct evidence to prove who harmed Chen Ji.
Just then, an official's subordinate hurriedly ran in from outside and handed him a note, whisperin...
2023-08-31 03:46:18 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1527: Evidence Against Kong Zhifu
Dongmei, the other maid, was also kneeling in the middle of the hall alongside Kong Zhiyou.
When Kong Zhiyou married into the Chen family, she had two maids, Qiuju and Dongmei, as well as two servant women.
At first, Kong Zhiyou didn't think much of it, but after she had a miscarriage and Qiuju became Chen Xiucai's concubine, the two servant women ended up serving both Qiuju and the Chen father and son in their daily lives.
2023-08-31 02:04:17 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1526: Accusations Against Each Other
Shu Yu smiled and shook her head, then stepped back, standing beside Meng Yunzheng.
As a village lord, she didn't need to kneel, and as a scholar with an official rank, neither did Meng Yunzheng.
Oh, there was one more person standing beside them—Chen Xiucai, Kong Zhiyou's husband, who was also a scholar with an official rank.
However, at this moment, Chen Xiucai seemed dazed, probably unable to accept his father's dea...
2023-08-31 01:57:03 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1525: Let Her Testify
A homicide case?
How could Ah Yu get involved in a homicide case?
Grandma Lu anxiously handed Xiao Zaozao to Hua Xian and asked the two officers, "Gentlemen, is there any misunderstanding in this? Our Ah Yu would never commit any wrongdoing."
The two officers were taken aback by her words, realizing that she misunderstood the situation. They quickly explained, "Madam, don't worry. Miss Lu won't get into trouble. She is summoned as a wi...
2023-08-31 01:56:43 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1524: Chen Family's Trouble Involving Shu Yu
Shu Yu nodded and watched the woman leave, seeing her quickly being embraced by a man.
It seemed like she was crying in grievance and said something to the man. The man looked over at them when he noticed Shu Yu's gaze. Startled, he awkwardly smiled, hugged the woman, and hurriedly walked away.
Shu Yu withdrew her gaze and said, "That person is called Qiuju. She used to be Kong Zhifu's maid. She took the opportunity whe...
2023-08-31 01:01:04 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1523: The Person Who Bumped Into Them
Shu Yu shook her head subconsciously, "Nothing is wrong."
The estate was initially being repaired little by little, but all the work was done in the name of Master Miao. Later, when Shu Yu and Meng Yunzheng found out that the owner of the black market was the Second Prince, they completely stopped the construction. They had not gone up there for several months. Since Master Miao was not doing well in his business and had no money, ev...
2023-08-31 00:55:29 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1522: Couples on Mid-Autumn Festival
Although the home was beautiful, after dinner, Grandma Lu urged the young couples to go out.
The county town was lively during the Mid-Autumn Festival, and young people should go out and enjoy themselves, taking advantage of this rare opportunity to be alone together.
Grandma Lu was quite open-minded and had her own ideas about this matter.
Shu Yu and Meng Yunzheng, Lan Hua and Yu Fenglin, as well as Da Niu and Zhou Qiao...
2023-08-30 17:44:46 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1521: Impossible General Amnesty
Second Master Shu made a mistake while working at the estate, and the local officials, who already held a grudge against him, took the opportunity to send him back to do manual labor on the fields. This dealt a heavy blow to his already crumbling mental state, pushing him over the edge.
But the troubles didn't end there. With no work at the estate, the Second Master's life, which had improved, returned to its former misery. The First Mist...
2023-08-30 15:16:12 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1520: Second Master Shu Went Mad
Shu Yu and the others knew that the Fang family was exiled to Heichang County because Fang Xiyue's father, who was a hunter, dug up ginseng and was falsely accused by a local wealthy man colluding with the officials, which ultimately led to the whole family's exile.
The Fang family was innocent, and Ma Lu wanted to climb the social ladder not only for the sake of his and his brothers' future but also to seek justice for the Fang family.
2023-08-30 15:06:22 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1519: Fang Xiyue and Ma Lu Got Married
Shu Yu smiled as she walked to the side to open the letter, listening to the sound of the old lady cooing to Zao Zao. She began reading the letter.
The letter was from Fang Xiyue. Although it had been nearly a year and a half since Shu Yu returned from exile, they had kept in touch. However, due to the long distance and their status as exiles, communication through letters was not very convenient, so they only exchanged a few letter...
2023-08-30 14:22:54 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1518: Letter from Lin Zhang Prefecture
From Wu Fengyuan, Shu Yu learned the story of Hu Geng. After he followed his mother to Donggu County, she passed away not long after, and he coincidentally met Wei Ronghua, who became his mentor.
Wei Ronghua took him as an assistant at Hong Xiang gou, but Hu Geng had a somewhat impulsive temper. He had a conflict with the new shop owner and was dismissed.
So the two assistants in the shop now were hired recently, which expla...
2023-08-30 14:10:09 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1517: Settled
Wei Ronghua felt a bit embarrassed by her laughter. He had indeed thought about returning to the capital and had been waiting for this day.
When he left the capital years ago, he had rented out his house, and the previous tenant had moved out just two months ago. He had planned to ask a friend to find a new tenant, but then he heard the news from Master Miao.
He saw it as an opportunity and asked his friend to clean up the house. Now that he was goin...
2023-08-30 04:05:27 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1516: Treatment Given by Shu Yu
Wei Ronghua fell silent again for a moment and then raised his head, asking uncertainly, "Is there any connection between Master Miao's current situation and Lu Xiangjun?"
Shu Yu thought he was indeed very astute and considered her response carefully. She replied, "Well, there is some indirect connection."
Wei Ronghua's pupils slightly contracted, and after a long time, he let out a sigh.
"If I were to work as the store manag...
2023-08-30 03:45:34 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1515: Find It Amusing
When asked this question, Shu Yu paused for a moment and couldn't help but chuckle.
As expected, Wei Ronghua was a cautious person, and he inquired about it.
Shu Yu didn't think of hiding his intentions; they were going to cooperate for a long time, so he needed to be sincere about it.
Wu Fengyuan, who was standing aside, quickly sensed the situation and said, "You two can talk slowly. My back is sore; I'll take a walk in the yard."
2023-08-29 08:33:52 +0000 UTC
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