With one hand she heals, and the other hand she kills, the princess vows to rule the world!

Uncle Zhang cooked some porridge and distributed it first to the weak children and the elderly, and finally to the young men and women.

Only after everyone had drunk the hot porridge did Uncle Zhang have time to ask them about their situation.

It turned out that these people came from the northernmost town of Beisha City. Recently, the Northern Di army has often appeared there, burning, killing, looting, and raping women. They did all kinds of atrocities and had already massacred several border villages.

They really had no way to survive and could only head south.

But the situation in Beisha City is not much better than that in the border areas. In addition, the weather this year is extreme, and the people in Beisha City have almost no harvest, and famine has begun.

They heard that Yuancheng could accept refugees, so they traveled together and could look after each other at night and keep each other warm.

But Beisha City and Yuan City are too far apart. It took them more than half a month to get here. The dry food they had on them had long been eaten up, and now they had to rely on wild vegetables to survive.

"The people near Yuancheng saw that we were all locked up and couldn't get any food."

Some people in the crowd cried and complained.

Shu He could understand this.

After all, ordinary people are simply unable to help such a large group of people. If they encounter someone with bad intentions, they might even bring disaster upon themselves.

Uncle Zhang also told them what happened yesterday, telling them that they might not be able to enter Yuancheng, and that the Yuancheng officials were driving out the refugees.

But they had no choice but to insist on giving it a try. What if by chance they could meet a good official like Zhang Zhiyi?

As long as they can get into the city, they can save their lives even if they go begging!

After those people left, Zhang Bo stood at the door and sighed, "Alas, I'm afraid Beisha City is going to be in chaos again."

However, after Zhang Bo turned and entered the yard, several ragged men among the group of refugees quietly gathered together.

Nanqi received the pigeon message from Xizhu and walked into Baili Moqing's study with a sullen face.

"Master, Xizhu sent a letter saying that Beidi might attack Beisha City."

Baili Moqing read the letter, and considering what the refugees had just said, his face darkened.

Although the master's body was no longer emitting cold air, Nanqi still felt a chill at this moment.

"Return to Beisha City immediately."

Nanqi agreed and turned around to go out and make arrangements.

Passing by Shu He who was fiddling with herbs in the yard, he suddenly thought of something.

He and his master have returned to Beisha City, so what should happen to Lady He?

Will she go along?

The master now depends on her for survival!

He tiptoed to Shu He's side and squatted down to help pick up the herbs.

Shu He frowned as he looked at Nan Qi who was suddenly being attentive.

"no!"

Sure enough, after hearing Nanqi's purpose, Shu He sternly refused.

"Why? You don't have a home, so it doesn't matter where you live?" Nanqi was puzzled. What's the difference between Beisha City and here?

"Didn't you hear what those refugees said just now? The Northern Di army often harasses the area. Who knows, there might be an attack at any moment! I can't take Xiao Yi'er to such a dangerous place!"

Besides, her goal was to go to Kyoto, not to go somewhere farther away from Kyoto!

How can she take revenge if she goes to that remote place?

"Don't worry, we have the best guards in Beisha City guarding you, and we can definitely guarantee Xiao Yi'er's safety!"

Shu He still disagreed.

But in the end, Nanqi pulled out his trump card and promised to teach her internal strength, and promised to collect all the medical books on the continent for her. Only then did she reluctantly agree.

In fact, the reason why Shu He agreed to Nan Qi was not entirely for the medical books and learning internal strength. The most important thing was that she really needed someone to protect Xiao Yier and her.

After all, if Guan Huizhi knew that she was not dead, she would probably find someone to kill them.

Although Qin Yian and Shen San had failed to confirm her identity the day before, their suspicions about her were not easily dispelled. Especially Shen San, if he spread the news about her, the people sent by Guan Huizhi would most likely associate her with her true identity.

She should really leave this place and avoid risks until she is able to protect herself.

However, before leaving, she wanted to talk to Zhang Zhirou and her brother, and teach others Zhang Zhili's asthma treatment method.

Yuancheng.

Shu He entered the city alone.

The heavy snow had stopped for several days, and with the sun shining brightly these past few days, the city's snow had been mostly cleared. The clean streets were once again bustling with activity. The small vendors were selling a dazzling array of small items, and the entire Yuan City was filled with a strong sense of vitality.

After buying a bun and asking about the location of General Zhang Zhiyi's residence, Shu He headed towards Zhang's residence.

On the way, she met a man who was shopping. Because he was someone she had seen before, she took a closer look. As a result, that glance inspired the man to look back at her.

When he saw her, he was stunned at first, and then his face was filled with fear and terror.

"you you……"

Shu He was stunned for a moment. He didn't know why he reacted like that.

But she didn't care, she was in a hurry.

"Why are you here?"

Shu He was about to leave when she saw the man coming closer. The fear on his face dissipated a little and he asked her in a low voice.

"Why can't I be here?" she asked with a smile.

"Weren't you arrested by the authorities? Did you escape again?"

The man imagined some scenes in his mind, then quickly pulled her to a corner. "How dare you, a wanted man by the government, show up so brazenly on the streets of Yuancheng?"

Shu He couldn't help laughing, "Doctor Cheng, how did you know I was a wanted criminal?"

Cheng Qi had an expression on his face that said, "Don't lie to me, I know everything!"

"A few days ago, Captain Qin came to our shop and asked about you. He said you were the murderer in the western suburbs case and they wanted to arrest you!"

"Did he not catch you?"

Cheng Qi was puzzled. Two nights ago, on his way home, he had clearly heard Shen San, drunk, boasting loudly that he was about to get promoted and become rich. He said that the murderer in the western suburbs had been identified and was waiting to be arrested!

Shu He's eyes flickered slightly, and he smiled and said, "Oh, that was a misunderstanding."

After saying that, Shu He left.

Cheng Qi couldn't believe it. "Misunderstanding? Shen San was so confident, how could it be a misunderstanding?"

When he wanted to ask again, the woman had already walked away.

The Zhang Mansion is located in the center of Yuancheng. The street in front is Anping Street, the most prosperous and lively street in Yuancheng, and not far behind is the Yuancheng government office.

Radiating from the government office, the residences were filled with Yuancheng officials, soldiers, and generals. It was a true official residence. Zhang's residence was meticulously constructed, with a high gate and courtyard, a bluestone foundation, and nine steps leading to the entrance, elevating the entire residence. It symbolized long-term advancement and good fortune. Passersby couldn't help but marvel at the sight.

After all, there was only one house like this in this small place. It was even more magnificent than the residence of Yuancheng Chief Secretary Liu Hongwen.

The brown mansion door was wide open, and four servants stood before it. Two of them stood tall and straight, with stern and serious expressions, their hands clasped behind their backs. They exuded an extraordinary aura, evidently professionally trained. The other two, however, were noticeably different. Although they also stood respectfully, their posture, demeanor, and gaze were completely different from those of the two outside.

Shu He guessed that the two outside should be Zhang Zhiyi's soldiers, and the two inside should be the gatekeepers of Zhang's mansion.

"Who is coming?"

As Shu He stepped onto the small steps at the entrance of Zhang's house, a guard outside stopped her.

"Please inform me that a lady named He is here to visit."

"Madam, please wait a moment." The man glanced at the brother opposite him, thought for a moment, and decided to go in and report to the general.

However, the two real gatekeepers inside stopped the man and said, "Wait a minute! General, you don't know that not everyone can enter our Zhang family, and not everyone can pay a visit."

The man frowned. Is that so? But the general was always very particular about rules in the army. Generally, he had to report any visitor, no matter who it was.

Could it be that the rules of this mansion are different from those in the army?

An unnatural look appeared on his face. He glanced at his brother opposite him and then stepped back at his signal.

The two gatekeepers saw this and showed smugness on their faces. They came out and pointed at Shu He and asked, "Who are you? Which family are you from? Do you have a visiting card?"

Shu He shook her head. She didn't have a visiting card, and her decision to come today was a last-minute one. Zhang Zhirou and the others didn't know either.

The servant looked Shu He up and down, his face full of contempt. "Since you don't have a visiting card, then go back to where you came from! Our Zhang family is not a place where just anybody can enter!"

Shu He ignored his attitude and explained again, "I'm a friend of Miss Zhang. I'm here for something important!"