Transformed into a vicious stepmother, invincible

When he arrived at Feiyun Department Store, Bai Sui'an was surprised to find that the official he met last night was chatting with Cheng Xu inside.

It’s just right to return the horse directly.

Bai Sui'an stepped forward and bowed, "Sir, someone asked me to return the horse to you."

She was dressed as a man last night. I don’t know if Zhuying knew that she was a woman disguised as a man, so she said that.

Zhu Ying was slightly startled. Last night, Bai Sui'an was wearing a mask and couldn't see clearly. Now that he saw the true face of the imperial concubine, he nodded with satisfaction and said proudly, "You're welcome. This is for you."

Bai Sui'an:?

what?

Such a good horse, you just give it away?

Cheng Xu, the accountant, was also worried when he heard this. He quickly grabbed Zhu Ying and said, "Sir! Isn't it a bit wasteful to just give a horse? How can an ordinary family afford a horse?"

Although Cheng Xu's eyesight is not good, it does not stop him from winking at Zhuying.

But Zhu Ying didn't think so. He slapped Cheng Xu's hand away and said, "Meeting Miss Bai is a matter of fate. I don't lack horses at home, so I'll just give them to you as a gift."

How could he not know about this horse? The horse's original owner was Ye Lingche, and now it was only natural for the imperial concubine to take it home!

Bai Sui'an watched the show with her arms folded. It was interesting. She didn't know this adult, but he even knew her last name.

It's not simple.

Cheng Xu was really afraid that the candlelight would reveal something, so he tried to smooth things over: "Oh, sir! This horse's hair is so shiny and glossy, it must have been raised very carefully. I'm afraid it would be difficult to take care of it if we send it to Miss Bai's house."

Bai Sui'an agreed: "Mr. Cheng is right. If this horse comes back with me, I'm afraid we won't even have food to eat."

"Living so poorly?" Zhuying frowned. He could hardly imagine his master living a hard life outside.

At this time, Zhuying noticed the three children behind Bai Sui'an. Lin Yashu and Lin Rongkang were standing outside the door talking, not wanting to disturb their stepmother.

Ji Wei stood beside them, head down and silent.

He was covered in dust and his appearance could not be seen clearly, so Zhuying thought he was Lin Rongle.

A bitter feeling rose in my heart.

Bai Sui'an didn't know what Zhuying was thinking. She just thought that this gentleman was sympathizing with her family situation. But in fact, she knew that her family's situation was much better than most people's. Others might not earn dozens of taels of silver after working for a year.

Ye Lingche could take out fifty taels without blinking an eye, and she could get a hundred taels by accepting a bounty order.

"In short, you should take the horse back, sir," said Bai Sui'an.

"That's fine. I'll get you something else when I have the chance in the future." Zhuying said.

Bai Sui'an smiled and said, "How can we ordinary people waste your time?"

"It's nothing serious. I saw Miss Bai's amazing skills last night. I hope she can spar with me when she's free."

Did he see this?

Bai Sui'an restrained his smile. Seeing that Cheng Xu still seemed to have only a vague idea of the matter, he guessed that only Zhuying knew about it.

"Okay." Bai Sui'an took the initiative to walk inside. "After I finish my work, I have to take the children back to take care of my husband, so I won't chat with adults."

Zhuying nodded: "I am busy with official business, so I should leave now."

"By the way, sir!" Bai Sui'an suddenly turned around, "How is the person who was arrested?"

"Of course he's in jail. Depending on the crime, he'll only be incarcerated for a few years."

"I see."

Zhuying left and Cheng Xu followed.

The two walked into a dark alley outside the store. There were not many people passing by the alley, so Cheng Xu got straight to the point:

"Master Zhu, I asked you to protect Miss Bai secretly, but I didn't ask you to tell her everything about His Highness!"

"Your Highness has even asked me to protect Miss Bai. Isn't it too late for us to be honest? I have been with His Highness since I was a child. Although he is kind, he is not the kind to interfere with the lives of others. Have you ever seen His Highness ask me to protect a woman?"

"Hiss..." Cheng Xu touched his neck and felt that what Zhuying said made sense.

"Be nice to Miss Bai, and you'll be able to help His Highness a lot in the future."

"This is true."

In the shop, Bai Sui'an picked a few soap beans and bought two small bottles to hold spiritual spring water.

When checking out, Bai Sui'an borrowed some water from A Yan, and asked A Yan to buy two old clothes that the shop assistants didn't want anymore, and went to the backyard to wash Ji Wei's clothes.

After washing, the boy's original skin was exposed. It was a waxy yellow skin, and many parts of it were dirty and peeling. He was so thin that his bones were visible, but judging from his facial features, he was still a handsome boy.

Bai Sui'an took Ji Wei to find Cheng Xu.

"Sir, do you know where they're hiring apprentices? I found a homeless kid who can read and wants a job. It's okay if he doesn't have a place to live. I'll figure it out later."

Cheng Xu narrowed his eyes, leaned in closer to get a clearer look at Ji Wei's appearance, nodded, and said, "It's fine if you stay. The shop happens to be in need of help, and we can arrange accommodation for you."

It was quite a coincidence, it saved me a lot of trouble.

Bai Sui'an thanked him: "Thank you. I'll take the kids to buy some things first and bring them back later, okay?"

"Okay, go ahead."

After Bai Sui'an and his men left, Cheng Xu called A Yan over and asked, "Didn't the spies outside report where Miss Bai picked up the child?"

"I just went to ask, and they said that the child stole some money from a girl on the road. They caught him the day after tomorrow and questioned him. They must have felt sorry for him and brought him to us for shelter."

"Miss Bai is kind-hearted." Cheng Xu murmured, "You have to keep an eye on that kid from now on. If he has bad intentions, don't let him have much contact with Miss Bai."

"Row."

After going out, Ji Wei helped Bai Sui'an lead Lin Rongkang and thanked him softly: "Thank you, Madam, for finding a job for me. I will definitely repay you in the future!"

"Let's talk about the future later, just do your work well." Bai Sui'an said again,

"I'm not a kind person, I just said something casually, don't treat me as a benefactor."

She just remembered

Ji Wei's eyes darkened, but he still smiled and said, "I understand."

After bringing the person to Baili Mo, Bai Sui'an asked Lin Rongkang to take the roast chicken and eat it with his brothers and sisters, and she went to the study to find Baili Mo.

Once is new, twice is familiar. This time Bai Sui'an didn't even need to knock when entering the door; he could just push it open and go in.

Baili Mo intentionally left the door open for her.

In the yard, there was the sound of Lin Rongkang's cackling laughter, which sounded very lively outside. Baili Mo raised his head from the letter and looked at Bai Sui'an.

"Why is there another child?"

She has good hearing and can hear several more sounds outside.

Bai Sui'an told her what he had seen and heard this morning and placed two bottles filled with spiritual spring water on her desk.

"Yesterday I was discussing business with the young master of the Wan family. He wanted to try my potion. This is the dosage he needs to take today and tomorrow. I can't disguise myself while traveling with my child, so I had to ask you to deliver it for me."

"Easy to say."

Baili Mo picked up one of the bottles, smelled it, and asked, "Why is this potion tasteless?"

"I made it myself, it has no taste." Bai Sui'an said.

"What's the use? Can you give me some?"

Bai Sui'an chuckled: "Whenever you feel uncomfortable, I can get you some specific medicine. You probably won't need this potion."

"Also."

Baili Mo put the bottle down, tapped the table with his fingertips, and said slowly, "The county magistrate's office was sealed off early this morning. The prefect acted quickly. What did you find out when you went back last night?"

She was telling Bai Sui'an in a disguised way that the man in her family was not an ordinary person.

"He said his family used to have a close relationship with the owner of Feiyun Department Store, and asked him to find someone to help him."

"Feiyun Department Store?"

Baili Mo thought for a moment and said, "I remember the Chamber of Commerce behind Feiyun Department Store was founded by someone from the royal family."

The original body was in Tianxuan Country before, so he didn't know about this. Bai Sui'an asked: "Who created it?"

"Seventh Prince, Ye Lingche."