The merchant's rebirth led to the complete downfall of the Marquis's mansion.

Ten thousand taels of silver is a lot, but a ten thousand tael banknote is insignificant.

Fang You took the silver and went to the gambling den. He paid off his debts and gambled a few rounds, losing the remaining tens of taels of silver he had on him.

After leaving the gambling den, he didn't do anything else and obediently went home.

As soon as Steward Fang, who had been working hard for the Jiang family all day, entered the house, Madam Han came up to greet him and explained the day's arrangements.

Butler Fang nodded, told her to be careful, and then went back to his own room.

One-third of Fang You's money went to Qin Yao.

As soon as Qin Yao got the money, she knew that Butler Fang's side would be close to doing the same.

The pawnshop received a number of rare items, and Qin Yao was generous in exchanging them promptly, which greatly facilitated Steward Fang.

The third night.

Under the cover of night, the Fang family boarded three carriages: one for passengers and the other two for cargo.

The group of 29 people waiting outside the city were experiencing something so thrilling for the first time.

Previously, I was always protecting young ladies and goods; this was the first time I'd ever dressed in the dark to steal and pilfer...

However, the young lady said that these things were stolen goods, and they were going to donate them to charity; their actions were honorable.

The carriage gradually approached, and with a whistle, Erjiu was the first to rush out.

The Fang family of three below were unaware of what was happening when the two coachmen behind them were overturned to the ground and the carriage was driven away.

They ignored the three people still sitting in the carriage in front.

Fang You and Han Shi, who were originally trembling with fear, were speechless.

Are thieves these days so direct?

Butler Fang lifted the curtain and watched the departing carriage, repeatedly pounding his chest and stamping his feet in frustration.

Originally, I didn't hire anyone because I didn't want to be a big target. I planned to hire a bodyguard once I left the city and went to the next place. I didn't expect that I would be targeted as soon as I left the city.

I should have hired someone!

But it's too late to regret it now; the things have already been stolen.

"Dad! What do we do now?" Fang You asked anxiously.

In the dark, and outnumbered, what could they do?

"Keep going!" Butler Fang made a quick decision, instructing the driver to continue.

“Sir, what about them…” the coachman said, pointing to the two unconscious coaches on the ground.

"Never mind! Let's go!"

The coachman had no choice but to flick his whip and ride off in a cloud of dust.

"Damn it! Miss was right, those sons of bitches are really heartless!"

Erjiu spat and ordered someone to take the carriage and leave first, while he and two others took off their night clothes and went back.

They splashed some water on the faces of the two drivers, and they quickly woke up.

"Who...who are you?" The two rickshaw pullers were still in fear after being robbed.

“We were just about to enter the city when we saw you lying here. What happened?” Erjiu asked worriedly.

"Oh no! We've been attacked by robbers!"

"Let's go! The city gates are about to close! Let's hurry into the city to report the crime." Erjiu had been waiting for them to say this, and hurriedly pulled them away.

Once they entered the city, Erjiu escorted the two to the yamen (government office) before leaving with peace of mind.

mission completed!

……

The Jiang family only discovered the butler was missing the next afternoon. However, Liu was not worried about the butler's disappearance, thinking that he might have gone to deal with the matter he mentioned.

It was Jiang Xiaoxiao who started making a fuss about going shopping and asked someone to go to the accounting office to withdraw money. The accountant went to find the steward, only to find that the office was empty, and then he realized something was wrong.

They all know what kind of person Butler Fang is, having been with the Jiang family for so many years.

The accountant thought something had happened and hurried to find Liu, but Liu just gave him a few perfunctory words and tried to get rid of him.

It wasn't until they heard the accountant say that his whole family had disappeared and that their house had been cleaned up that they started to take it seriously.

When Liu and her men went over to take a look, it was indeed clean!

Bedding, clothes, and even ornaments were all gone.

Thinking of something, Liu sent someone to check the contents of the storeroom.

When the accountant and the nanny returned and told her that the storeroom had also been emptied, Liu could no longer hold back and fainted.

Jiang Liu has been taking care of Jiang Su, who is in prison, and has also been looking for a doctor for Xia Qiutang. Both of them have become much more stable.

He also planned to wait until they recovered, then he would start to show his skills and use his savings to earn some money for the Jiang family.

But that day, he had just returned from prison after discussing things with Jiang Su when he noticed that the atmosphere at the Jiang family's house was off, and everyone's faces were ashen.

It turns out that everyone knows the housekeeper ran off with the master's money.

Jiang Liu found out everything after asking around.

Jiang Liu looked at the Jiang family now with a blank expression. This was truly a case of misfortunes never coming singly!

The Jiang family today is in dire straits, a far cry from the glamorous and prosperous family of its past.

At this moment, Jiang Liu began to doubt himself. Was his choice really the right one?

But the next moment, he patted himself. Although things had taken a different turn, the young master now had memories of his past life. As long as he came out and participated in the imperial examination, he would definitely be able to reach the top again!

And he can enjoy wealth and luxury just like in his previous life, so he did not make a mistake!

Thinking of this, Jiang Liu's hope was rekindled.

Jiang Liu first visited Xia Qiutang and brought her chestnut cakes that he had specially bought before going to Liu's courtyard.

Liu was still crying hysterically at this time.

She had gone from being a marquis's wife to a commoner, and had been driven out of the marquis's mansion where she had lived for most of her life. Now, the steward had stolen almost all of her wealth.

How is she supposed to live like this!

The old woman tried to persuade her for a long time, but to no avail; she could only stand by and worry helplessly.

Just then, Jiang Liu walked in.

Upon seeing Jiang Liu, Liu Shi did not give him a friendly look. In the past, her son trusted him, so she had not said anything.

But now that her son is in jail and both shops are gone, Jiang Liu is just a useless person to her.

If she hadn't signed a contract of servitude, she would have sold him to him first!

"What are you doing here? Get out!" Liu told him irritably.

Jiang Liu wasn't angry and told the nanny to leave first.

The old woman didn't move, she just looked at Liu.

"Madam, it was the young master who asked me to deliver this message to you."

Hearing Jiang Liu say this, Liu Shi finally told the nanny to leave.

"What did you say?" Liu wiped away her tears and straightened up.

Jiang Liu explained the current situation of the Jiang family and analyzed the current circumstances, which made Liu frown and feel very displeased.

Does he need to say anything in this situation? She's not stupid; she can see things clearly.

"So, after all that nonsense, what's the result?"

"Madam, I still have some money on hand, enough to turn things around, but the Jiang family is broke..."

Hearing that Jiang Liu had money, Liu became interested and also a little anxious.

"Just say what you want to say! No need to beat around the bush!"

"Yes, Madam! The young master is still in jail and needs money. The Jiang family also needs money. The most urgent task is to reduce expenses!"

After thinking for a while, Liu realized that she wasn't really stupid and understood.

Jiang Liu was capable of reviving the Jiang family's shop, and his son trusted him, so Liu agreed after thinking about it.

“You are a loyal person, so you will take over from Butler Fang. Now you are the Jiang family’s butler.”

……