The queen is crazy and spoiled, and the tyrant bows to her

Zhang Long looked at the people being transported out and asked, "Sir, are we going to do it tonight?"

Xie Zhiyan stood with his hands behind his back, silent for a moment, and said, "Wait a little longer."

Zhang Long paused, then continued, "But this person in the dark is very cunning. Besides, the one who poisoned me..."

Xie Zhiyan smiled and said coldly, "It's easy to dodge an open attack, but it's hard to guard against a hidden arrow. They won't give up until they achieve their goal."

“Similarly, as long as we throw the bait attractively enough, the fish won’t be able to escape the hook.”

Zhang Long continued to ask, "What if they succeed and then become even more aggressive?"

"Then give them a helping hand."

Zhang Long's pupils suddenly widened, and he asked in confusion, "What do you mean, sir?"

"Since they like to set up traps, let's let them down and sneak into their trap to see what they have up their sleeves."

Zhang Long understood instantly that this was a plan to fight to the end.

Xie Zhiyan took advantage of the night and ordered his men to secretly transfer the people out in the form of "corpses", and then planned to set fire to the village to create the illusion that the entire village had died of plague, in order to confuse the people behind the scenes and make them let down their guard.

The next day, in the evening, the flames lit up the entire night sky.

A huge fire engulfed the entire village.

The flames danced wildly in the wind, making loud crackling noises. The roof of the farmhouse quickly collapsed under the flames, and burning thatch and wood fell like meteors, hitting the ground and splashing sparks...

The person who came from the dark to investigate the situation saw the flames all over the sky, a smile appeared on the corner of his lips, and he turned around and disappeared into the night.

Except for a few people around Xie Zhiyan who knew the inside story, everyone thought that Lord Xie, the Dali Temple Minister who came south, and everyone in the village died in the plague.

The news quickly spread throughout Changzhou.

At that time, in a mountain forest, Xie Zhiyan had already ordered people to build simple wooden houses and tents in advance as a temporary place to stay.

The villagers who had been sick and lifeless a few days ago now had a bit of spirit on their faces again. They were helping out, working, making fire and cooking, laughing and having a good time.

After spending some time together, all the villagers respected Mr. Xie from the capital and the handsome young man beside him very much.

The little girl held onto Xie Zhiyan's thighs tightly, calling out, "Big brother... Big brother..."

Xie Zhiyan rubbed her head and smiled helplessly: "Little girl, I have taught you so many times, it's uncle, thank you uncle."

But the little girl's eyes curved into crescents, and she said seriously: "It's my brother! Big brother!"

Zhang Long, who was standing by, came over and said jokingly, "He's the elder brother, so what am I?"

"Yes, Uncle Zhang..."

"My...uncle?" Zhang Long laughed angrily and reached out to poke the little girl's face. "Little girl, what are you looking at me with? I'm about the same age as the adult. He's his older brother, so how can I be his uncle?"

The next moment, the little girl opened her mouth and bit Zhang Long's finger that was poking her face, causing Zhang Long to scream in pain.

Next, something even more heartbreaking happened.

The little girl looked at Xie Zhiyan and said with a smile: "Brother is good-looking...Uncle is not good-looking."

Zhang Long looked at his bitten finger and his heart was bleeding.

He said with a heartbroken look: "Little girl, you're already judging people by appearance at such a young age. I really love you in vain."

Seeing this, the little girl felt guilty and went over to help Zhang Long.

Xie Zhiyan looked at the two people playing, shook his head and laughed, then walked towards Jiang Wantang who was taking care of the old woman opposite.

The old woman was already very old. She had broken her leg before and was later poisoned. She had also been depressed because her granddaughter had disappeared. Even though she had been detoxified, her health was not very good.

When Xie Zhiyan came over, he heard the old woman praising herself in front of Jiang Wantang and said with a smile, "Grandma Qin, are you talking nonsense again?"

Granny Qin looked at Xie Zhiyan as he approached and said with a smile, "Yes, yes, I am the old lady who is talking too much."

Then, he added: "It's great to be young, it's great to be young!"

"Old lady, I've been here for so many years, and I've never seen a man as handsome and outstanding as Mr. Xie!"

At this time, Lu Jinan brought people to deliver food, bedding and other daily necessities.

Jiang Wantang heard a familiar voice: "Young Master!"

It was Yun Shang's voice.

Lu Jinan brought Yun Shang over.

Jiang Wantang turned around and saw Yun Shang running towards her. Seeing this, she also walked towards Yun Shang.

When Yun Shang saw Jiang Wantang, she quickly looked her over. Her eyes flushed red as she whispered, "I haven't seen you for a few days. How come you've lost so much weight?"

Jiang Wantang raised her eyes and glanced coldly at Lu Jinan who was standing beside her.

The latter shuddered immediately, scratched his head, and said uncomfortably: "She is worried and cried and insisted on seeing you."

"You know, I can't do anything with her..."

Jiang Wantang didn't say anything. He pulled Yun Shang aside and the two of them started chatting about other things.

Xie Zhiyan looked at Jiang Wantang, and his eyes unconsciously showed a bit of tenderness.

Granny Qin, who was standing by, looked at him, then at Jiang Wantang, shook her head, and said jokingly, "Thank you, sir. A gourd with a sawed mouth won't find a wife~"

Xie Zhiyan retracted his gaze, looked at Granny Qin, and said with a smile: "Granny is talking nonsense again."

Granny Qin smiled and waved her hand: "I am an old woman, but I am not confused. There are things hidden in the eyes of adults. I am an old woman who has experienced it and I can tell at a glance."

Xie Zhiyan smiled and said nothing.

Granny Qin said to herself, "This little girl looks about the same age as my granddaughter. She's kind-hearted and has such a big heart for love at such a young age. It's truly rare!"

"I know you are all from the capital, and you are all wealthy and powerful people."

"You are all good officials and good people!"

With tears in her eyes, she said: "When I am gone, I will definitely bless you from heaven..."

"Mother-in-law, don't say that. You will be fine. We will definitely find your granddaughter for you." Xie Zhiyan said seriously.

Granny Qin said gratefully: "Thank you..."

At this time, Zhang Long's face was solemn. He hurried towards Xie Zhiyan and whispered in his ear: "Sir, there was a huge explosion in Mingzhou last night. The whole mountain was blown up by gunpowder..."

"Your Majesty..."