Madam Ruan never thought that he would say such a thing. Originally, she was embarrassed about yesterday's incident. Hearing this, her face instantly turned red.
Before she could think of how to respond, Song Qingshu already laughed, "I'm just joking with Madam. I hope Madam doesn't mind."
Madam Ruan was scared half to death. Snappily, she said, "I hope Young Master can conduct himself with dignity."
Song Qingshu smiled slightly. Obviously, he did not take her words to heart. He directly changed the topic, "I don't know why Madam was not on the ship at such a dangerous moment last night."
"I went into the city to handle some private matters. I didn't expect that these people would take advantage of the situation." Madam Ruan was also depressed. She had just carried out her plan and the other side had already attacked.
Seeing that she had no intention of doing anything, Song Qingshu did not ask further. He could only say, "The enemy's timing is so accurate. Madam, be careful that there is a traitor on the ship."
Madam Ruan nodded, "Thank you for reminding me. I will pay attention." Being reminded by the other side, she also felt that there was a possibility of a traitor. She decided to order Pearl to investigate later. In addition, she would strengthen the security measures in this room to prevent any accidents from happening to Ren Yingying.
"Right, I saw that the people yesterday were all extraordinary. They did not look like ordinary robbers who kill and rob. Does Madam Ruan know why they came to you?" Song Qingshu asked while staring at her. He tried to get some information from her expression. He had always suspected that this Madam Ruan was not simple. Unfortunately, there was too little effective information. He had no way to judge.
Seeing him staring at her, Madam Ruan's heart couldn't help but skip a beat. It was as if she could feel his burning gaze sweeping over her skin, causing her entire body to tremble. Finally, she noticed that his gaze fell on her red lips, and subconsciously thought of the situation from last night.
On the side, Song Qingshu was inexplicable. Why did this Madam Ruan suddenly show an expression of infinite shyness? Of course, no matter how narcissistic he was, he would not think that a mature woman who he had only met a few times would fall in love with him. After all, no matter how he looked at her, she was not that kind of woman.
But to be honest, this Madam Ruan's bashful appearance was really somewhat beautiful. Her skin was fair and beautiful, her waist looked thin and soft, and her red lips were also small and moving. With one look, one could tell that she was an indescribably wonderful understanding flower. Her husband was really lucky with women.
"Replying to Young Master's question, your concubine also doesn't know what's going on. I also don't know how I've provoked these demons," Madam Ruan hastily replied after much difficulty.
"Oh," Song Qingshu saw that he couldn't get anything out of her, so he had to start from another angle. "By the way, who is your husband's family?" This was also what he was most curious about. According to the introduction, she seemed to have a marriage alliance with the Yang Family of Chuan. What about Duan Zhengchun? What about Zi and Azhu?
This was not a secret, so Madam Ruan did not mind answering, "Your concubine's family is the Yang Family of Chuan. His name is Yang Zhenzhong. He is currently the Xingyuan Prefecture Judge and the Daan Army Commander."
"So it is General Yang …" Song Qingshu showed a strange expression. He had previously heard that the Yang Family of Chuan was a wealthy family. At that time, he did not have any idea, but now he understood. The Xingyuan Prefecture was also the famous Hanzhong in history. The Daan Army was also the first prefecture of Xishu and was in charge of the gateway to the north of Chuan. This Yang Zhenzhong controlled these two places and was definitely an important figure in the officialdom of Chuan.
"Recently, Chuan doesn't seem to be peaceful." Song Qingshu intended to test her again.
Madam Ruan was worried that she could not find an excuse to inquire about the relationship between him and Linghu Chong. She seized the opportunity and said, "Yes, there are rumors everywhere. It is said that Wu Xi of Chuan intends to commit treason. Now some people in the entire Great Song are in a state of panic."
"Since that is the case, why did Madam enter Chuan at this time? Aren't you afraid of being a sheep walking into a tiger's mouth?" Song Qingshu asked.
Madam Ruan secretly spat. It was obviously she who wanted to ask him, but in the end, he turned the tables on her. But she had to answer, "Who asked my husband to still be in Chuan. Chuan has been cut off from the outside world for a long time. I want to go see if he is safe."
Song Qingshu curiously said, "But I heard that Madam is doing business with imperial merchants this time. There should be a large number of goods to be transported to Chuan."
"Of course there must be a cover." Madam Ruan had already recovered her natural state at this time. "Otherwise, swaggering into Chuan like this will easily attract attention."
"But the facts have proven that it has already attracted people's attention." Song Qingshu thought, you entering Chuan with such great fanfare is considered low-key.
"Who could have expected it?" Madam Ruan faintly sighed and immediately asked, "Young master is experienced and knowledgeable. Do you know the origin of these people?"
Song Qingshu spread out his hands, "Madam, as the number one imperial merchant in the world, you can be considered experienced and knowledgeable after traveling extensively. How would I dare to show my slight skill in front of an expert?"
"You are so annoying. Young master, why do you have to tease me?" Madam Ruan subconsciously blurted out. Immediately after, her whole person was stunned. This kind of acting coquettishly was a bit too strong. In fact, her original temperament was somewhat naughty. It was normal to use some means like this. But it just so happened that the two of them yesterday … So because of her guilty conscience, she always felt that this was very shameful.
But when Song Qingshu heard this, his heart swayed. Her voice was originally delicate and somewhat childlike. If she deliberately acted coquettishly like this, even a man made of iron would melt into juice.
"I only know that the leader is the military adviser of Changle Gang, Bei Haishi. As for the rest, Madam needs to investigate it yourself." Song Qingshu decided to reveal some things to her. After all, he and Yingying still had to stay on this ship for a period of time. It was still useful to let her specifically improve the security defense.
"Many thanks, young master." Madam Ruan felt a burst of disappointment in her heart. She already knew that it was Bei Haishi yesterday.
Looking at her elegant and dignified appearance, Song Qingshu's heart moved. He suddenly asked, "That's right, I don't know if Madam knows a person called Duan Zheng Chun?"
Madam Ruan's heart jumped, but on her face, she smiled sweetly and said, "The Supreme Court's Zhennan Wang. If you know this person, why did young master suddenly mention him?"
"Nothing, I just suddenly thought of him." From her face, he could not see any flaws. Song Qingshu secretly sighed. This woman was not simple.
Following this, the two of them were like a pair of foxes probing each other, chatting here and there. Unfortunately, the two of them did not obtain any useful information.
When Song Qingshu stood up to leave, Madam Ruan also stood up to let Pearl see her off, "I am a married woman, so it is not convenient for me to see you off. I hope young master can forgive me. Pearl, see young master out. "
Song Qingshu nodded slightly and followed Pearl out. However, after walking for a while, he realized that they were not on the way back. He could not help but ask, "Pearl, did you go the wrong way?"
Pearl pursed her lips and smiled, "I didn't go the wrong way. Young master, please follow me."
Song Qingshu's heart was filled with doubt. However, he was skilled and daring, so he was not afraid of any ambushes. He followed behind her and quickly arrived in front of a heavily guarded room.
Pearl waved the token in her hand, and the guards at the door let them in. After entering, Pearl said, "Young master, our Ruan Clan is a royal merchant. Although we cannot claim to be as wealthy as a nation, we have collected many treasures over the years. The Ruan Clan is unable to repay young master's kindness in saving us yesterday. Madam Ruan asked Pearl to bring young master here. If you see anything you like, just take it as a token of our Ruan Clan's gratitude."
Song Qingshu was startled. He did not expect this to happen. He calmly said, "To me, it was nothing. There is no need to be so courteous."
Pearl quickly said, "To you, it was nothing. To us, you saved our lives. Young master, you must choose a few items. It would be good to give them to your wife." The reason why she brought Song Qingshu here was to give the madam time to transform back into Ren Yingying. If he left too soon, it would be bad if he went back and found out about the madam's identity.
Song Qingshu was moved by her words and nodded, "That's fine. Then I will choose this hairpin."
There were indeed a lot of gold, silver, and jewelry in the warehouse of the Ruan Family. Song QingShu didn't even look at them. He just chose a crystal clear jade hairpin from a pile of jewelry. It could be seen that it was expensive, but it was not worth mentioning compared to the life-saving grace.
Plus, with Song Qingshu's current position, he did not care much for it. He only chose it because it was pleasing to the eye.
"This hairpin is fine. Thank your madam for me." Song QingShu waved the hairpin in his hand at Pearl and walked out alone. He was in a hurry to give it to his wife, so he was too lazy to follow behind Pearl to take his time.
"Ai ~" Pearl originally wanted to find an excuse to delay him. Unfortunately, he was several feet away with a casual step. She could not catch up even if she wanted to.
"I hope the madam is ready." Pearl stamped her feet and prayed nervously.
When Song Qingshu excitedly returned to the room, he found Ren Yingying sitting in front of the dressing table. He could not help but reveal a pitiful smile, "Yingying, where did you go?"
Ruan Furen looked back at her and smiled, "I just went out to get some fresh air. When I came back, I saw that you were not there. I heard them say that Ruan Furen invited you, so I did not disturb you." Looking at the man she was chatting with just a moment ago, and now she had to pretend to be his wife. At that moment, she had a ridiculous feeling of dizziness.
"What is there to disturb?" Song Qingshu went over and held her cold little hands, "You have not been feeling well these days. Don't go outside to get some fresh air."
Only then did Ruan Furen remember that she had found an excuse for Tian Gui. While pulling back her hands, she changed the topic, "Why did Ruan Furen invite you?"
"Just to express her gratitude for saving my life." Song Qingshu replied.
"Did Ruan Furen devote herself to you?" Ruan Furen asked as if she was possessed.
Song Qingshu was startled and could not help but laugh, "Hearing you ask like this, I almost thought that you were there just now."
Ruan Furen secretly stuck out her tongue and pretended to be calm, "She really devoted herself to me?"
Song QingShu pinched her cheeks in annoyance. "What are you thinking about in that little head of yours, huh? Why is your skin not as tender as before? It seems that Tian Gui's influence on a woman's body is not small. "
Ruan Furen's heart skipped a beat. She thought that he had found some flaw in her face. Hearing his last sentence, she then relaxed and secretly rejoiced that her skill in disguise was excellent. Of course, the face she had disguised was not as good as the face of a real girl. Fortunately, this time she had Tian Gui as an excuse.
"Devote herself to me? Of course, Ruan Furen could not do that. In order to express her gratitude, she let me choose anything in the treasury, but I only chose this." Song Qingshu took out the jade hairpin in his hand and shook it, walking over, "I will help you put it in."
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