Jiu Ning and Ye Jiaer's first stop was not a scenic spot, but the Ye family's shop "Li Zheng Tang".

"Cousin, I'm sorry. I wanted to give you all my best clothes, but unfortunately none of them fit you, so you have to accompany me on this trip."

Ye Jiaer pouted her lips, looking unhappy.

"Cousin, it's better to go in a few days. I haven't recovered from my fatigue yet."

Jiu Ning had been trying to persuade him for a long time before he finally got a smile on the other person's face. As soon as he entered the shop, he heard an argument inside.

"I don't care. I want it now. If you don't give it to me, I won't leave today."

A very unreasonable male voice sounded. When the man saw that the shopkeeper ignored him, he sat on the ground like a rogue and refused to get up.

The shopkeeper looked embarrassed. He didn't want to say anything harsh, nor could he let people sit on the ground like that. How could he continue to do business in this shop?

Ye Jiaer just frowned slightly and waved her hand to let the shopkeeper step aside.

"Uncle San, what are you doing?"

Third uncle? That must be her third uncle, Ye Mingyu. Why is he dressed so poorly?

Ye Mingyu looked up at Ye Jiaer, but unexpectedly saw Jiu Ning beside him, and felt that he looked extremely familiar.

"Third Uncle An, I'm Jiang Li."

Seeing that someone had noticed her, Jiu Ning took the initiative to step forward and say hello.

"Ginger pear?"

"My mother, Ye Zhenzhen."

"elder sister?"

Ye Mingyu didn't know what he was thinking about. He stood there in a daze, his eyes gradually turned red, and in a flash, tears began to fall from his eyes like a grown man.

"Are you my sister's daughter, Jiang Li?"

Jiu Ning nodded, feeling somewhat helpless. How could she comfort a man crying like this? She had never comforted a man before!

"Third uncle... Third uncle..."

Ye Mingyu is in his thirties, but he acts like a child, sniffling while crying.

"That's it!"

Everyone looked at him, not knowing why he suddenly said this.

"Forget it. I don't want today's money."

He spoke in a very heroic tone, as if he was a landlord collecting rent.

"Ali, you and your mother look so much alike. Just wait, Third Uncle has a lot of fun things, and I'll send them over to you later."

After saying that, he left in a hurry, without paying any attention to Jiuning's attempts to keep him.

"Uncle San is just like that. He's not a bad person, but he lost money in business and is too embarrassed to go home."

Jiuning laughed. She quite liked her third uncle's personality. His thoughts were all shown on his face, making it easy to guess.

Ye Jiaer's trip was not in vain, as people kept coming to return goods today.

After finishing their work, the two returned home together. As soon as they arrived at the door, they saw two rows of yamen runners, all of whom had drawn their swords and were threatening everyone.

"what happened?"

Jiu Ning quietly asked Ye Jiaer beside her. At first, she didn't want to say it, until Jiu Ning said that with the relationship with the Prime Minister's Mansion, others would give in. Then she briefly told her about the death caused by the ancient fragrant satin.

It seems that the Li family has taken action to frame someone, and they will use these tactics.

"Boss Ye, Prefect Tong asked you to come over."

His attitude was very arrogant, and he even drew his sword to threaten. Zhuo couldn't stand his arrogant attitude, so he retorted.

"County Lieutenant Zhu, could you allow me to speak to my family?"

He clasped his fists, bowed, and smiled cautiously.

County Magistrate Zhu raised his hand and made a casual gesture, and then my second uncle turned around and gave instructions.

Jiu Ning saw Xue Fangfei still standing in the crowd, and he silently uttered a few words.

Xue Fangfei also blinked to indicate that she received it, then raised the corner of her mouth slightly and walked in front of the official.

"County Lieutenant Zhu, may I ask under what pretext you are arresting someone?"

"The ancient fragrant satin of his Ye family is so beautiful that it can kill people."

"Can I see the plaintiff's documents? A summons or an arrest warrant would be fine."

Zhu County Magistrate's face darkened. "This is for you to see. Prefect Tong has summoned you, how dare you disobey?"

"That means there is none!"

"You—you"

Xue Fangfei was dealing with County Magistrate Zhu over there, while Jiuning came to his second uncle's side.

"Ali, you just arrived and you're in this situation. My second uncle didn't treat you well. I'm afraid you'll have to wait a while before you can see Grandmother."

Seeing that her second uncle's face was full of self-blame, Jiu Ning couldn't help but whisper a few words in his ear, as he was already in prison but still cared about her.

Unexpectedly, the other party's expression was even more worried: "Ali, Second Uncle's business is clean and innocent. He will be released sooner or later. You must not do anything dangerous and don't make Second Uncle worry."

Jiu Ning chuckled and nodded perfunctorily: "Second uncle, I'll visit you tonight."

My second uncle, who already had a cheerful look on his face, suddenly opened his eyes even wider.

Afterwards, the second uncle repeatedly reminded Zhuo to take good care of the family. Zhuo was so anxious that cold sweat broke out on her forehead and she didn't know where to put her hands and feet. Fortunately, Jiaer was there to comfort her.

After the second uncle left, Zhuo asked the servant to take the silver and money to the prison to make arrangements so as to save the second uncle from suffering.

Seeing that it was getting dark and the servant who was holding the money for bribes had not returned yet, Jiu Ning said goodbye and left the Ye Mansion alone.

She followed the increasingly deserted streets and asked for directions several times before arriving at the county government office. At this moment, she couldn't help but feel fortunate that the clothes she wore today were mostly black and less red, but they were still so unrestrained and flamboyant.

With the help of moonlight, he followed the darkness and jumped into the county government office, hiding outside the study room which was brightly lit at night.

"Mr. Li, it's been a long time."

"My father has mentioned Tong Fuyin many times, praising him for his confidentiality and efficiency. I am honored to finally meet him today."

The voice was flat but full of momentum, which made Tong Zhiyang stutter.

Jiu Ning pricked up his ears. Wasn't that Li Jin's voice? He actually came to Luyang in person, and there was no news when he left. He must have done it in secret, and no one knew he had left the capital, right?

Sure enough, the next sentence was heard: "Li has left the capital without permission this time, and it is inconvenient for me to stay for long. I will return on a chosen day. As for the Ye family's matter, if this matter is accomplished, my father promises to give you 10% of the Ye family's wealth."

Tong Zhiyang agreed timidly, but Li Jin changed the subject.

"But you only have three days. As far as I know, His Majesty has sent an imperial envoy directly to Luyang, but his specific purpose is unknown.

But that person has a list of names, and on it is the Luyang Ye family. If you can convict them before he arrives, I will promise on behalf of my father that I will give you another tier."

Tong Zhiyang wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and kept agreeing. Li Jin was very satisfied with the result.

Jiu Ning was overjoyed. It seemed that the matter of the imperial merchant had been decided. It would be best if the problem could be solved within three days, so that he could prove the ability of the Ye family to His Majesty.

After the two finished their discussion, Jiu Ning quietly followed Li Jin out of the county government office.

As soon as he went out, four black-clad secret guards followed him and surrounded Li Jin.

Jiu Ning narrowed her eyes. He had protected her quite well. She hadn't come to terms with him for stuffing her into a cloth bag and throwing her into the cell before!

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