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Just as Xie Fanjin finished speaking, there was a noise outside.

"Brother Ren, I heard that there are guests at your house!"

A man's hearty laughter was heard outside, and then a man with a big belly walked in.

He was a little surprised when he saw the situation inside, especially when he saw Xiao Yanxi still sitting there steadily.

Xiao Yanxi immediately understood who wanted to poison him.

Ren Zhizhou was a little surprised. Why did the prefect come in person at such a late hour?

He immediately stood up and bowed: "Your Excellency, I apologize for not coming to greet you from afar!"

The women of the Chen family were even more excited when they saw that the prefect had actually come here. If they could be on the prefect's list, then their whole family would have confidence.

Old Madam Chen immediately gave Madam Chen Da and Madam Chen Er a look, and the two daughters-in-law understood immediately.

Prefect Xu looked around, rubbed his chin, and calmed himself down, pretending to be surprised: "What's wrong? I see that you all look unhappy. What happened?"

Ren Zhizhou pretended to be calm: "Oh, nothing, a servant died and has been dragged out."

There was a flash of panic in Prefect Xu's eyes. How come Xiao Yanxi hadn't been poisoned to death, but his people died instead?

He quickly calmed himself down and looked at the expressions of Ren Zhizhou and everyone else. They probably couldn't guess what was going on with him, so he decided to act according to the circumstances.

Xie Fanjin rolled her eyes. She had already reminded Ren Zhizhou that the culprit who harmed people was Xu Zhifu. Why should Ren Zhizhou use his brain?

Xu Zhifu suddenly understood and said calmly, "Oh, that's what happened. Everyone, please sit down."

After he finished speaking, he walked straight to the empty seat, which happened to be next to Ren Zhizhou and opposite Xie Fanjin and Xiao Yanxi.

Prefect Xu glanced at the food on the table with his chopsticks moved, and seemed a little disgusted.

Ren Zhizhou immediately called out to his servants, "Come here, remove this table and set up a new one."

Xie Fanjin grabbed the roast duck on the table with his bare hands, then stood up: "We're done eating, you guys take your time."

Xie Fanjin was so rude that Zhizhou Ren finally lost his patience: "How dare you! What do you think I am? The prefect hasn't even started eating yet, but you're already full. Where are your manners and etiquette?"

Xie Fanjin sneered: "Are you really stupid or just pretending to be stupid? He came to frame you, and you actually wanted to treat him to delicious food and drinks."

Ren Zhizhou's face changed. Thinking of what Xie Fanjin had said before, he looked at Xu Zhifu in surprise.

Even though Xie Fanjin had said so much, he still didn't believe that Xu Zhifu wanted to harm him. Instead, he felt that Xie Fanjin was trying to sow discord.

After all, framing Xiao Yanxi was a decision he and Prefect Xu had discussed together.

After Xie Fanjin said this, Prefect Xu was a little at a loss for a moment.

But he quickly came to his senses and angrily slammed the table and said, "What nonsense are you talking about!"

He really wanted to kill Xiao Yanxi first and then kill Ren Zhizhou.

After all, Xiao Yanxi had to have someone to help him embezzle the 300,000 taels of silver that he had collected for river repairs. If he was appointed as the prefect, he would be an accomplice in his evil deeds, which would be even more reasonable.

Moreover, the amount of silver that Zhizhou Ren got was not much less than his. As long as Zhizhou Ren died, all the silver would be his!

But it was such a good plan, and no one knew why it turned out like this. Who is this woman and why she saw through his plan?

Seeing the angry face of Xu Zhifu, Xie Fanjin didn't bother to say anything more and turned around and walked out.

As a result, before he could even leave the house, he was stopped by Xu Zhifu's men.

Prefect Xu's face softened slightly, "My dear lady, I don't know how I offended you. We haven't finished eating yet. Why don't you and Master Xiao do me the honor of eating a little more together?"

After the meal, he would definitely send Xie Fanjin, the talkative woman, on her way.

If Xie Fanjin leaves now and is out of his sight, what if he gets into trouble again? So he still has to keep him under his nose.

Xie Fanjin raised the corner of his mouth, looked back at Xiao Yanxi, and then turned back: "Okay."

Since she wants to put on a big show, she will accompany him to the end.

Everyone: "..."

Mrs. Chen Er couldn't stand it any longer and lowered her voice: "Who does she think she is? She is so lawless and has no rules."

Old Madam Chen frowned and said, "How shameful! If I were her, I would want to find a hole in the ground to crawl into."

Chen Xinyu lowered her eyes and said uncertainly, "Maybe she just wants to attract the attention of the prefect and the governor."

Everyone understood that Xie Fanjin was trying to curry favor with the two adults, which was why he did this.

Come to think of it, Xiao Yanxi is just a deposed prince, and people want to kill him from time to time. He might die at any time.

There is no benefit for Xie Fanjin to follow him, so it would be better for her to find someone better, where she can at least live a life of luxury.

Chen Xinyan couldn't help but say, "Don't talk nonsense. Miss Xie is not that kind of person."

If Xie Fanjin really wanted to leave Xiao Yanxi, he would not have saved Xiao Yanxi just now. He could have just let him drink the poisoned tea.

Chen Xinyu glared at Chen Xinyan: "What do you know? Mind your own business."

Soon, the servants brought another sumptuous meal.

Prefect Xu raised his glass again and said, "Come on, it's a rare occasion for us all to gather here, so I'll toast to you all."

Everyone else had already raised their glasses, but Xiao Yanxi still didn't raise his glass.

Prefect Xu frowned and asked, "Is this Mr. Xiao?"

Xiao Yanxi nodded: "Exactly."

Prefect Xu laughed twice: "It's my fault, I didn't even take the initiative to greet Master Xiao. Come on, Master Xiao, this glass of wine is for you."

Xiao Yanxi: "I'm injured and can't drink."

The smile on Xu Zhifu's face was a little stiff, but he did not insist: "Oh, in that case, let's all drink. Come on, everyone, please."

Although the others raised their glasses, they showed no intention of drinking.

Everyone saw with their own eyes that a butler had just died. Maybe the wine they had was poisoned.

Prefect Xu drank the wine and sat down, pretending not to notice anyone else.

"Come on, pick up your chopsticks and eat some food!"

Prefect Xu and Prefect Ren picked up their chopsticks, and everyone hesitated for a moment before starting to eat.

Prefect Xu turned to Prefect Ren and said, "Brother Ren, it's rare for Young Master Xiao to come to Zhongzhou. You must treat him well in your residence."

Ren Zhizhou, of course, understood the hidden meaning of this sentence and simply nodded in agreement: "Okay, I will definitely entertain Master Xiao well."

Soon, Prefect Xu's gaze finally fell on the female relatives.

"Could this be the most talented lady in the capital, Miss Chen?"

When Chen Xinyu was called, she quickly stood up and saluted to Prefect Xu: "My humble daughter, Chen Xinyu, greets the Prefect."

Prefect Xu nodded and said, "I've long heard that Miss Chen is a very talented writer. It's a rare opportunity to meet her today. I'm truly honored."

It is quite sad to see that the former most talented woman in Dongling Kingdom has ended up like this.

Prefect Xu touched his chin and gave Mr. Chen a look. Mr. Chen immediately understood what he meant. He clenched his fist and nodded vaguely.

In the past, if someone like Xu Zhifu wanted to marry his granddaughter in a formal ceremony, he would not even look at him.

But now, the Chen family is in decline, and Xu Zhifu and Ren Zhizhou still have leverage over him. If he wants to protect himself, he can only use this method to maintain relationships.

And now Chen Xinyu can only be a concubine of Xu Zhifu.

If Prefect Xu minded Chen Xinyu's identity, he might not even let her be his concubine. He might just take advantage of her and drive her away.

With Mr. Chen's consent, Prefect Xu was very happy. Today he was going to get a taste of Dongling's most talented woman!

At this time, Old Madam Chen spoke again with a flattering look on her face: "Your Excellency, our Xinyu is proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting. Why not let her play a song for you!"