Love Affairs in Chang'an - Chapter 162
Chapter 162 Hui Chang’an (2)
“Oh, right!”
After playing around for a while, Wu Meiniang suddenly remembered something, “What about Xue Rengui?”
Qin Mubai smiled and said, “I have confidence in you, so I haven’t asked any more questions. The snow will stop in two days and we will leave. By then, Madam Liu should be on the same path as us, right?”
“I’ve been waiting for her reply and haven’t rushed to ask. However, she probably won’t be able to find me easily.” Wu Meiniang stood up and said seriously, “We’re leaving now. I’ll personally go to Longmen Village tomorrow.”
“It’s snowing heavily. Are you going into the mountains?” Qin Mubai couldn’t help but frown.
“Treating others with sincerity, why should I avoid heavy snow?” Wu Meiniang smiled gently and said, “Don’t worry, I’ll be fine. Please take a good carriage and stay away from the snow.”
“Alright then. I’ll send a few brothers along with you. Be careful on your way back early.”
“Alright!”
The next morning, it could be said that the heavens were beautiful. The snow stopped and the sun rose. Wu Meiniang brought two maids and three Baiji knights and set off for Long Men Village.
Qin Mubai scissors her back and watches Wu Meiniang’s carriage disappear at the corner of the road. She can’t help but shake her head and sigh and laugh, “You’ve really taken care of the thatched cottage. Xue Rengui, Xue Rengui, if you still don’t have the guts to come, then you really don’t know what’s good for you. I don’t want to talk to you anymore.”
Actually, Qin Mubai knew very well what Xue Rengui had to worry about. Last time, the two of them got to know each other because of a conflict. At that time, Xue Rengui even treated Qin Mubai and the others as enemies. However, Qin Mubai had taken the initiative to show his goodwill to him beyond his expectations. This was clearly a little contrary to common sense.
As the saying goes, if there is nothing to offer Yin Qing, then either rape or steal. Xue Rengui was a calm and reserved person. Normally, he didn’t seem to be very meticulous, but that didn’t mean he was stunned. It would be too reckless to give one’s life to a stranger who had once been an enemy after hearing a few good words from him.
Moreover, even if Xue Rengui was broad-minded and didn’t think about this, he still had to think more about his future. He was a person with great ambitions, just like Zhuge Liang had done in the past, waiting for the price to be sold and choosing the owner. He didn’t know anything about Qin Mubai, and he only heard a little about Baiji.
Thinking from his standpoint, if Qin Mubai was a seemingly loyal and malicious person and the Hundred Cavalry was an army of bullies that seemed to be famous but domineering, wouldn’t Xue Rengui lose her life if she surrendered so easily?
Even though Xue Rengui was an unemployed young man, he was not someone who chose to be poor and not choose a wife. He endured poverty and loneliness, waiting for a good opportunity to soar into the sky. He might not really be interested in such a good job.
Qin Mubai thought about Xue Rengui’s thoughts and made up his mind. He decided not to rush to hire Xue Rengui into the Hundred Cavalry. Firstly, he had to give him some time to see himself clearly and know the army of Hundred Cavalry. Secondly, he might be able to work for a few days while he was on the Hundred Cavalry!
But now, you must take the first step-get him to Chang’an first!
Qin Mubai had full confidence in Wu Meiniang-with her help, she would definitely be a hero!
As expected!
In the evening, Wu Meiniang rode back in the carriage.
The three knights who had gone with him earlier were riding two horses. On the other horse, Xue Rengui was carrying a long strip of grey cloth wrapped around him. Although the bow and arrow on his back were not flaunting, they were extremely imposing.
Qin Mubai waited at the entrance of the post office. At this moment, he clasped his fists and said, “Brother Xue!”
Xue Rengui hurriedly jumped off the horse and inserted the long stick into the ground. The thick frozen ground was easily inserted in half. He clasped his fists and saluted, “General An Dan, please wait here! I have made many rude remarks. Please forgive me, General Qin!”
“Brother Xue, what is your crime? Haha!” Qin Mubai laughed loudly, “Has Madam Sister-in-law ever been here? Did you have a good journey?”
“Coming.” Wu Meiniang’s voice came from behind. In the carriage, Wu Meiniang carefully helped Madam Liu out of the carriage.
The Xue couple saluted Qin Mubai and Wu Meiniang together, “Thank you so much, benefactor!”
“There’s no need for that.” Qin Mubai smiled and said, “It’s cold outside. Please come in and talk.”
“Alright. Then I will be respectful and obedient!” Xue Rengui nodded.
As the group of people walked towards the inn, a few shocked cries suddenly came from behind them. Qin Mubai and the others turned around and found that the two Baiji soldiers were trying their best to pull out the long road that Rengui had just plunged into the ground.
“I’m sorry. I was busy talking to General Qin, but I forgot about this weapon. Please let me retrieve it.” Xue Rengui clasped his fist and walked forward. He grabbed the long strip with one hand and pulled it out casually. The long strip was as clean and clean as a dry spring onion in his hand.
“Really shen power!” The two Hundred Cavalry Soldiers cried out in shock.
“What a joke. This is a weapon used by a certain clan, the Fang Tian Painting Halberd. It is rather heavy. It was inserted a little more forcefully just now. Please don’t blame me, Military Masters.” Xue Rengui cupped her hands politely.
Qin Mubai was secretly shocked. He had heard for a long time that Xue Rengui was born with divine power, and it was indeed true. He didn’t show any signs of showing off, but his one-handed strength was actually able to defeat two people! Such a huge Fang Tian Painting Halberd, even if it wasn’t a hundred, it would still weigh eighty kilograms. If I were to use it, it would be a bit strenuous, but it would be as if he was carrying a wooden stick …
After a while, the group of people entered the hall and sat down beside the stove. The banquet was also set. Qin Mubai and Xue Rengui sat at the same table, while Wu Meiniang and Madam Liu sat at the same table. Originally, Xue Rengui and his wife said that the women would not be allowed to attend the banquet, but Qin Mubai said that it was fine. He was not used to such a rule and insisted that Madam Liu also sit down. Wu Meiniang was happy to accompany him.
Xue Rengui said very few words. After drinking three rounds of wine, she had a look on her face before saying a few more words.
“Brother Xue, I’m very happy that you and your wife can come.” Qin Mubai said, “Mother Mei’s subordinates are short of manpower, especially a trusted and honest person who manages the accounting room. I am also very grateful that you don’t mind the business trip. I am usually very busy and can’t help Mother Mei. I will be relieved to have Madam Sister-in-law to help Mother Mei.”
“Brother Qin’s words are too polite. It’s clearly you who are showing kindness to us. Although I am ignorant, I still know the word’kindness’.” Xue Rengui said, “I know that Brother Qin and Miss Wu both have good intentions, but I’m too stubborn. If you offend me, please forgive me.”
Qin Mubai smiled and nodded, “There’s no need to talk about the past. When we go to Chang’an, Meiniang will settle you and your wife down. Chang’an is a good place, and it’s also a good place for ambitious people. Brother Xue can watch the changes and choose the right time. With your talent, you will definitely find a suitable place to use it.”
Although Xue Rengui had come with the Liu family, he still hadn’t mentioned surrendering to the Hundred Cavalry. This was not out of Qin Mubai’s expectations. This was enough to show that Xue Rengui was a cautious person, not dying from the start. What he was thinking now was probably going to Chang’an to take a look first. Don’t give the deed to someone else from the start. After all, he had only met Qin Mubai three times, so he didn’t understand him.
“Thank you, Brother Qin, for your help. I am very grateful.” Xue Rengui clasped his fists solemnly.
“There’s no need for that.” Qin Mubai smiled and toasted, “I’ve never seen you before. I just want to make friends with you. It’s useless to say more. Time will prove everything! Cheers!”
“Brother Qin, please!”
Seeing the two men drinking at the same table, Wu Meiniang and Liu shi were both smiling happily.
Madam Liu whispered, “Mother Mei, don’t look at his stubbornness. Actually, he has already been tempted. Otherwise, with his temper, he will definitely not go to Chang’an with me.”
“It doesn’t matter whether you’re tempted or not.” Wu Meiniang smiled calmly and said, “After Big Brother Xue stays in Chang’an for a while, he will find a good place to go. Mubai told me that there is no need to force Big Brother Xue to join Baiji. Perhaps there is something more suitable for him in Chang’an. A gentleman doesn’t force things on others. Mubai just wants to make friends with Big Brother Xue.”
“General Qin is truly a rare good person … This time, we have met a couple of noble people like you. You are truly a virtue accumulated by our ancestors!” Madam Liu looked at Qin Mubai and sighed.
Three days later, Wu Meiniang’s mother, Yang shi, also arrived.
After not seeing her for many days, Wu Meiniang was overjoyed when she received Yang shi’s invitation, and the mother and daughter hugged and celebrated for a long time. Mrs. Yang was even happier to see Qin Mubai, her future son-in-law. From the beginning, Mrs. Yang had a very good impression of Qin Mubai. This time, after hearing that Wu Meiniang had been with Qin Mubai in Jishan for nearly a month, she secretly rejoiced in her heart. She was overjoyed that her daughter finally had a good life to rely on.
After the heavy snow, it cleared up one after another. At this moment, the avenue of ice and snow melting was clear.
The next day, a group of several people towards changan. The weather was cold and there were more women, so most of them were carriages. They were only equipped with ten open-road guards, and a hundred Baiji soldiers came in turns.
A group of more than a hundred people was spectacular. Official Qin Mubai relied on his report to rest in the official post along the way, saving him the trouble of staying in the camp. The journey was very smooth, changan has arrived in a few days.
After a few months, Chang’an was still lofty and lofty.
Seeing this majestic ancient city again, Qin Mubai felt quite intimate. It turned out that he had inadvertently taken this place as his hometown and had formed an indissoluble bond with it.
After entering Chang’an City, Qin Mubai and Wu Meiniang were about to separate.
Qin Mubai wanted to bring Hundred Cavalry back to the Imperial Palace’s military garrison, and then immediately go to the Emperor to hand over the decree. Wu Meiniang wanted to return to the Martial House with her mother and settle down the Xue couple’s clothing, food, shelter, and transportation.
Before leaving, Qin Mubai and Wu Meiniang said, “Meiniang, you don’t need to take too much care of Madam Liu. Just treat her as an ordinary subordinate of yours. Whether it’s money or salary, it’s the same as the other housekeepers’ accounts.”
“Eh, why is it like this?” Wu Meiniang was puzzled for a moment.
“This is the only way to let Xue Rengui know that her wife is doing something to get money, not accepting your charity and care for nothing. There will be no debt in her heart.” Qin Mubai said, “We can naturally influence Xue Rengui with virtue. If you make her too special and too obvious in terms of favors, it will make them restless and guilty. Maybe he will leave after three days.”
“Alright, I understand.” Wu Meiniang smiled and nodded, “So you’re not too stupid, Mubai!”
“Of course! If I’m too stupid, how can I be a Hundred Cavalry Messenger?” Qin Mubai chuckled and said, “Goodbye. I’ll go back to the palace to hand over the decree first. If I have time, I’ll come find you.”
“It’s a deal. We’re coming!!!”
