The whole class traveled through time, the prince's wife was exiled to the wasteland and became

Cheng Jiayu skipped over some of the scenes he wanted to recall and recounted how the leader of Guanjiazhai suddenly fainted on the wedding night and woke up shortly afterwards.

"After she woke up, she seemed like a different person. Her temper improved a lot, and she became more relaxed. She listened to me in everything and was not on guard."

Cheng Jiayu couldn't help but smile when she thought of Guan Yue's explanation: "Master Guan said that she fainted suddenly because she was too excited. After a near-death experience, she reflected deeply on her behavior. This is God's punishment for her being too arrogant."

After hearing this, Xin Che felt that this situation was somewhat familiar.

Three nights ago, Jiang Lili's temperament had changed a little, but being used as a pawn by her biological father was enough to cause a person to have an emotional breakdown and a drastic change in temperament.

Is there a connection?

After Xin Che roughly understood the current situation, he said, "I have another favor to ask of you. My mother's illness—"

Cheng Jiayu knew what Xin Che was going to say: "Master, don't worry. The doctor in the village has already prescribed medicine for Madam Yang."

"That's what Village Chief Guan told me. He said her grandfather and Miss Jiang's grandfather were close friends."

Guan Yue had already discussed the speech with Jiang Lili yesterday, and informed Cheng Jiayu in advance before leaving.

"Miss Jiang has already explained Madam Yang's situation to our informant at the post station, and asked Village Chief Guan to come as soon as possible."

Xin Che was stunned. Jiang Lili was so concerned about it that he felt even more guilty about his previous suspicion.

Thinking of Jiang Lili, Xin Che suddenly put down the teacup in his hand: "The Guan village chief said that he wanted to take Miss Jiang to her idiot brother as his wife--"

Cheng Jiayu saw the coldness in his master's eyes and was really afraid that his master would rush out and tear the village chief to pieces the next moment. He hurriedly said, "What the village chief said in the temple before was just a joke to you. The village chief doesn't have any foolish brothers."

"Master Guan is just so lively, don't take it to heart."

Xin Che glanced at him and said, "It's only been a few days, and you're already speaking for your village chief?"

Cheng Jiayu realized it belatedly and shut his mouth.

At this time, the two people with excellent hearing heard footsteps outside and became alert at the same time.

"Master Jiayu, the boss is back and is looking for you everywhere!"

The voice of the village guards came from outside the door.

Cheng Jiayu stood up and said, "Master, I will go find the village chief first."

Xin Che nodded, and suddenly asked again: "Where are the fugitives and those yamen runners being held now?"

Cheng Jiayu pointed to a location on the desk map: "Here."

Xin Che nodded and watched Cheng Jiayu leave, his eyes darkening.

*

Guan Yue took Jiang Lili to visit Guan’s village. Jiang Lili was stunned by the scale of Guan Yue’s bandit den.

Guanjiazhai is located in a secluded valley, with large and small stilt houses dotted among the green mountains.

In my ears, there is the sound of rushing water. A waterfall pours down from a high cliff, raising layers of white mist.

Jiang Lili breathed in the fresh air: "You live in such a good place!"

The brooks are flowing, the streams are gurgling, and even the air is exceptionally fresh.

"The stilt houses here are generally three-storey. The ground floor is mostly used as a toilet, storage room or to raise poultry. The second floor is a wing room or kitchen. The third floor is used to store grain and daily necessities."

Jiang Lili listened to Guan Yue's introduction and looked at the densely packed stilt houses: "How many people must live in such a large village!"

Guan Yue thought for a moment and said, "There must be about 370 or 80 people. Among them, there are carpenters, bricklayers, blacksmiths... They all have inherited skills from their ancestors and are very skilled."

"Moreover, the residents in the village are generally very strong and good at archery. All the children here can use bows and arrows."

"This bandit den of yours is incredible, full of experts!"

Hearing Jiang Lili say this, Guan Yue sighed: "You don't know, the residents in the village are strong and eat a lot, and there are generally three or four children in a family. The population in the village is increasing."

Jiang Lili touched his chin and said, "This valley is a little too small for the population of the village. What is its carrying capacity?"

Guan Yue nodded: "Besides, there are too many hunting experts, and the prey in the mountains and forests is getting less and less."

"There is no awareness of recuperation and sustainable development here. This small piece of forest is not enough for these masters to plunder."

"Although this problem has not yet been exposed, based on the information I compiled from the original owner, within a year, everyone's living standards will plummet."

Jiang Lili was also very surprised after hearing this. Where else could the people here go?

Many bandits in the village were wanted by the government.

Convince them to move to Haizhou?

This thought flashed through Jiang Lili's mind and she shook her head. In the eyes of the ancients, this village was definitely better than the deserted island in Haizhou, not to mention the many obstacles on the road.

Guan Yue saw Jiang Lili's thoughtful expression and patted her head. "Let's not talk about this anymore. I asked the girls in the village to prepare hot water and clothes. Go and take a shower and have a rest. You must have been exhausted on the journey."

Jiang Lili nodded and followed the girl from the village to the guest room prepared by Guan Yue.

As soon as Jiang Lili left, Cheng Jiayu came to find Guan Yue.

Cheng Jiayu stepped forward, smiling: "The boss is looking for me?"

Guan Yue smiled unconsciously when she saw Cheng Jiayu coming: "Jiayu, tell me, how should we deal with those fugitives and yamen runners?"

"Search the valuables from the runners. As for the fugitives, we'll have to look at them. We must not let go of the corrupt officials who plundered the people's wealth and fell from power."

"Okay, I'll do as you say!"

*

Guanjiazhai guest room.

Jiang Lili took a hot bath, and after washing away the dust and fatigue, she felt refreshed all over.

She changed into the apricot-yellow chest-length skirt that Guan Yue had prepared for her.

Looking at her still wet hair, Jiang Lili couldn't help feeling distressed. It was getting late, and she didn't want to disturb Xiaopang from handing her a towel.

Jiang Lili wiped it roughly with the fine gauze in her hand. She was a little annoyed that there was no electricity in this era. It would be so convenient if she could use a hair dryer.

At this time, there was a knock on the door.

Jiang Lili was puzzled: "Who is it?"

"it's me."

——It’s Xin Che’s voice.

"Come in!" Jiang Lili knew that Xin Che must have many things to ask her.

But when Xin Che came in, he just brought her a plate of oranges and said in a concerned tone, "Eat some fruit, otherwise you'll get sick easily."

This is the experience Xin Che gained when fighting at the border. It is difficult to eat fresh fruits and vegetables at the border.

Xin Che also changed his clothes, wearing a dark black suit that was neat and simple, outlining his broad shoulders and narrow waist.

Jiang Lili took a look and her hair-brushing movements became even more chaotic. After she came to her senses, she replied, "Okay, okay."

Xin Che looked at Jiang Lili's unfamiliar movements and realized that this girl didn't know how to twist her hair at all.

He frowned as he watched the water droplets on Jiang Lili's black hair flow down her neck.