The Peasant Wife: The Prime Minister's Beloved

"Zhang San, Li Si? You were just released yesterday, and you're here to cause trouble again today?"

The officer's questioning made everyone present suddenly realize that these two people were actually "regular visitors" to the government office.

Chen Laosan stepped forward and asked curiously, "Brother officer, do you know them?"

The officer nodded, with a bit of helplessness in his tone: "These two people were just released from prison yesterday, and I released them myself."

"I say, Zhang San and Li Si, what sneaky things have you done that you have money to spend in the restaurant?"

There was a mixture of reproach and mockery in the officer's tone.

Zhang San and Li Si shook their heads repeatedly. They really did not steal or rob this time. They were just hired by someone to destroy the reputation of Jun Youlai Restaurant and take this opportunity to extort some money.

Faced with the repeated questioning from the officers, the two exchanged glances and decided to pretend they knew nothing.

"We really came here to eat, because my mother gave me ten taels of silver, and after I was released from prison yesterday, I thought about having a good meal today. Who knew that the food in this black-hearted restaurant was not clean."

As Zhang San spoke, he actually squeezed out a few tears. His snot and tears mixed together, making him look particularly miserable.

The official thought to himself that no one had come to report the loss of silver in the past two days, let alone such a large amount of silver. If this was true, someone would have rushed to the government office long ago. Why would they wait until now?

This scene stunned everyone present. The originally tense atmosphere gradually eased and the truth seemed to be about to surface.

Just as I was thinking about how to properly deal with the chaotic situation caused by Zhang San, Li Si and Chen Erge, and was planning to bring them back to the government office to seek official intervention in order to completely solve this thorny problem, Chen Ersao slowly walked in through the carved wooden door of the restaurant with a distinguished guest.

The guest was dressed in simple but clean cloth, with an old medicine box full of various bottles and jars hanging steadily on his shoulder. The heavy weight seemed to carry the hope and trust of countless patients. His identity was self-evident, he was a doctor with excellent medical skills.

"Who needs medical treatment? Take me there quickly."

This elderly doctor's medical skills are almost known to everyone in the local area, and most of the diners in the lobby can recognize this famous doctor.

"It was these two. After eating the dishes in our restaurant, they began to foam at the mouth, as if they were poisoned. Fortunately, my sister-in-law came to their aid in time and stabilized their condition. However, we still need you to do a detailed examination, doctor."

Chen Ersao pointed at Zhang San and Li Si anxiously, with a hint of uneasiness and expectation in her tone.

Under the gaze of everyone, the old doctor slowly walked towards Zhang San and Li Si and took their pulses with skill. His eyes, which had experienced many vicissitudes of life, seemed to be able to see through the secrets of all illnesses.

"You two are both in good health and unharmed."

As soon as the old doctor finished speaking, a relaxed atmosphere quietly spread in the lobby.

"The current situation does not mean that Good Luck Restaurant can escape suspicion. We can only say that we have luckily avoided a crisis."

Brother Chen analyzed calmly, with an unusual alertness in his brows.

"Old doctor, have you ever heard of any kind of medicine that can cause a person to foam at the mouth for a short period of time, but then recover in a short period of time?"

Chen Xi frowned and raised the doubts in his mind.

The old doctor gently stroked his gray beard, a look of understanding flashed across his eyes, and he nodded slowly, saying, "There is indeed such a thing, it's called Guiling Powder, and taking it will produce the symptoms you described."

"Then please ask the old doctor to check if there are any traces of Guiling Powder left on Zhang San and Li Si's chests."

Chen Xi then said that he knew very little about this era-specific medicine and could only seek help from an experienced old doctor.

After all, this old doctor has been practicing medicine in the county for many years, and his authority and credibility are beyond doubt.

Upon hearing this, Zhang San and Li Si hurriedly lowered their heads to examine their lapels. As expected, they found some suspicious white powder on their chests and were about to brush it off in panic.

However, Brother Chen was quick to act and grabbed Zhang San's wrist. Although he could only control one person, it was enough because once Zhang San's crime was confirmed, Li Si would also be implicated.

The powder that was not removed in time was exposed under the sharp eyes of the old doctor. He even carefully picked up a little, tasted it, and gave the final judgment.

"Yes, this is definitely Guiling Powder."

The truth came out like the sun, shocking everyone present.

Seeing that the situation was not good, Zhang San and Li Si tried to escape from the scene in the chaos.

"Still want to run? Where to run? Sergeants, quickly capture them!"

Brother Chen grabbed the collars of the two men tightly, not giving them any chance to escape.

Several officers heard the noise and quickly subdued Zhang San and Li Si.

"You all saw that these two were behind all this."

Brother Chen explained to the diners in the lobby, trying to restore the restaurant's reputation.

Most of those present were regular customers of the Hao Yun Lai Restaurant. Brother Chen knew very well that for the long-term development of the restaurant, the negative impact of this incident must be eliminated as soon as possible.

Although the restaurant itself was not at fault, the scene of the police coming to its door would inevitably cause unnecessary rumors among the neighbors, causing immeasurable damage to the restaurant's reputation.

"These two petty thieves and liars are such a disgrace."

"I'm sure you want to eat and drink for free."

"We almost misunderstood Good Luck. If it closes down, where can we find such delicious dishes again?"

"Hurry up and apologize to Boss Chen!"

It was the first time that Brother Chen Er heard someone call him "Boss Chen". In the past, such matters were always handled by Manager Jin, Zhang Da and Zhang Er, as well as the waiters, while he would concentrate on cooking in the kitchen.

At this moment, his stepping forward made people realize that he was not only a cooking master, but also the real owner of the "Good Luck" tavern.

Zhang San and Li Si felt so ashamed under the accusations of everyone that they lowered their heads even lower, afraid to look at the disappointed and angry eyes around them any longer.

They originally thought they could easily swindle a fortune, but unexpectedly the situation took a turn for the worse and they were about to face a cold and damp prison.

"Sir, we are really wronged!"

The two cried and complained, deep down they were filled with fear and resentment about the upcoming prison life.

"The evidence is irrefutable. If you feel you have been wronged, you should appeal to the county magistrate."

The officer kicked them impatiently, signaling them to stop struggling in vain.

This kick seemed to awaken Zhang San and Li Si's last bit of fantasy, and they fell silent.

"Boss Chen, this happened in your restaurant, please come with us. Also, old sir, we need you to go with us as a witness to the pill you found."

"Sir, you are too kind. Just call me Chen Ping'an."

Brother Chen still maintained that calm smile.

The old doctor also quickly waved his hands to show that he was willing to cooperate.