After the death of the host: the tyrant cried red eyes

Far away in the deep palace, Concubine Yu learned the news of Shen Bingning's disappearance from the whispers of her trusted spy. Her face changed and her brows furrowed.

"What did you say? Missing?"

There was disbelief and shock in her voice.

The spy lowered his head and whispered, "It is said that Concubine Shen entered a teahouse with her personal maid a few days ago and has not been seen since. We have searched inside and outside the palace for two whole days but still have no clues. That is why we have to come here to report and ask about the next steps."

Yu Meiren was silent for a while, then gave an order after thinking: "Send half of your men to Texas to see if she could go there."

She was thinking in her mind and had asked the housekeeper to write back to Shen Bingning, hinting to Taoist Hongyi in Dezhou that if Shen Bingning really went to Dezhou, her plan would be carried out more smoothly.

But why did Shen Bingning choose to leave without saying goodbye?

Has she become wary of herself?

"People going to Texas, please pay attention to any clues along the way that there are two women traveling together."

She added.

"Yes, as ordered."

Time passed quietly, and in the blink of an eye, more than half a month had passed.

During this journey, they traveled during the day and slept at night. Although the journey was difficult, everyone worked together and did not feel too tired.

After arriving in Texas, the group stayed in a local inn.

As soon as Shen Bingning was settled, she handed over all the remaining silver to An Yu.

"An Yu, you have worked hard during this period. This silver is a reward for your protection of me all the way."

Her words were full of gratitude.

An Yu took the silver and reminded solemnly: "When I entered the city, I noticed that there were many unfamiliar faces here. Miss Shen must be extra careful when moving around here."

Along the way, An Yu gained a deep understanding of Miss Shen's wit and courage.

If there hadn't been so many people chasing her, with Shen Bingning's wisdom, they could have traveled more safely.

Shen Bingning gently stroked the makeup on her face with her fingers and smiled calmly: "Don't worry, I know what's going on."

After resting for a night in the inn, Shen Bingning asked the innkeeper for directions to the Taoist temple early the next morning.

The shopkeeper gave a detailed answer: "Sir, the Taoist temple is located on the outskirts of the city and is open to the public only on the first and fifteenth day of each month."

Today is the thirteenth day of the lunar calendar, and there are still two days until the Taoist temple's opening day. Shen Bingning decided to wait patiently.

Considering that An Yu mentioned that there were many suspicious people in the city, she wisely chose not to leave the inn for the time being to avoid unnecessary trouble.

Finally, on the fifteenth day, Shen Bingning changed her appearance again using the method that Xiao Yi used to disguise her in her memory.

As she just stepped out of the inn, she unexpectedly met an old acquaintance.

"Mrs. Yan!"

Mrs. Lei's face was full of surprise. She walked quickly towards Shen Bingning, her eyes flashing with excitement. "It's really you! I thought I was seeing things!"

Shen Bingning smiled faintly and responded simply with "Mrs. Lei".

I secretly regretted in my heart that if I had known this would happen, I should have changed my image in advance. Who could have expected that things in the world would be so coincidental.

Mrs. Lei held Shen Bingning's hand tightly, and her strength conveyed an indescribable emotion: "Mrs. Yan, I was originally planning to write you a letter to express my gratitude, but I didn't expect you to leave, and I didn't expect you to return to Texas."

Seeing Madam Lei's rosy cheeks, as gorgeous as spring peach blossoms, full of spring breeze, and overflowing with joy that is difficult to conceal, Shen Bingning gently raised her slender eyebrows and asked with concern: "Madam Lei looks so happy, has there been any happy events recently, and has her wish come true?"

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Lei smiled brightly, her smile seemed even brighter than the flowers outside the window in spring. "Oh, Miss Shen is really thoughtful. There is indeed a happy event coming. The two new young wives in the family have reported the good news one after another. They are both pregnant. As an elder, I am naturally very happy. I specially invited the famous Taoist Master Hongyi from the old Taoist temple in the east of the city to tell fortunes for the two wives. He said that both are boys."

Upon hearing this, Shen Bingning frowned slightly, as if she was quite interested in this Taoist priest. She then slowly asked, "But what about the Taoist priest Hongyi who is said to be proficient in numerology and can see the secrets of heaven? I have heard that he is very advanced in Taoism, but I have always been a little curious about his predictions. I wonder how accurate they are."

"It is that Taoist Master Hongyi. His Taoism is unfathomable. He has guided many people through the years and his predictions have never been wrong. He can be said to be highly respected."

After Mrs. Lei finished speaking, she turned to Shen Bingning with concern, "By the way, Miss Yan... Miss Shen, you have come all the way to Texas this time. Besides relaxing, do you have anything else that needs to be dealt with? If you have any difficulties, just tell me. Everyone in the Lei Mansion will do their best to help you."

After hearing what Madam Lei said, Shen Bingning's expression dimmed slightly, and a trace of barely perceptible sadness flashed in her eyes: "Madam Lei may not know that my husband's family has divorced me for not having an heir. From now on, just call me Miss Shen."

Mrs. Lei was stunned when she heard this, and then her expression became complicated. She stammered to comfort him, "Oh, this... this is because your husband is not blessed. He can't enjoy a good wife and mother like Shen... Miss Shen. Miss Shen, don't be too sad. For such a thing, we women will not worry about not finding a better home. Don't worry, I will definitely help you find a better one."

Shen Bingning nodded gently, with a firm look in her eyes: "I came to Texas for one reason, to change the environment and relax, and secondly, I really want to ask Taoist Hongyi to tell me my fortune, hoping that he can point out my future path and see where my life should go from now on."

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Lei smiled heartily and said, "Leave it to me. I have some friendship with Master Hongyi. I will take you to visit him personally."

Since there was an acquaintance leading the way, Shen Bingning could not refuse. She smiled gently and said gratefully, "Thank you, Madam Lei."

Following Mrs. Lei, the two walked through the bustling market and came to the ancient and solemn Taoist temple in the east of the city.

Today is the Taoist temple's open day. There is an endless stream of people coming to burn incense and draw divination sticks. The air is filled with the curling smoke of incense and the devout hearts of the believers.

Shen Bingning looked around, secretly alert in her heart. Recalling the last assassination incident she encountered in the temple, she couldn't help but become more vigilant, silently praying that there would be no more accidents on this trip to Texas.

They came to a quiet side room, and Mrs. Lei knocked on the door quietly. After receiving a low response from inside the room, the two of them walked into the room one after another.

Inside the house, an old Taoist with a gaunt face, long eyebrows and drooping eyes, who looked like an immortal, was sitting cross-legged with his eyes closed quietly on a simple cushion, seemingly immersed in some mysterious practice.

Mrs. Lei stepped forward, her tone respectful yet intimate: "Master Hongyi, this is a friend I brought here specially. I am a little confused, and I would like to ask you to give me some advice and answer my questions."

Taoist Master Hongyi slowly opened his eyes that seemed to be able to see through everything in the world, and looked at Shen Bingning gently: "Miss, what doubts do you have that you need me to answer for you?"