When Master Zhong said this, he was also very surprised.
Although he didn't see the situation that day with his own eyes, he heard Qin Yining mention the situation that day when they were chatting. He could imagine how serious the situation in the desert was. After being interrogated, the people couldn't tell the direction and there was no water. How did they get out?
He didn't know how others did it. He knew that he absolutely couldn't do it.
Qin Yining frowned and asked, "Did these two people contact Hall Master Liao and Hall Master Qiao, or did they contact someone else in the alliance? Did they say what they were going to do? "
"Replying to Princess, they contacted Hall Master Liao. Hall Master Liao knew that when Mrs. Liao died in the desert, these two people were with her. He felt that something was wrong and discussed it with Hall Master Qiao. They didn't dare to make this matter public. After the two of them discussed it, they quietly sent me a message.
"Listening to Hall Master Liao's meaning, he felt that these two people were too suspicious. He was afraid that they would do something related to the treasure. Because he was afraid of delaying your matter, he asked me to quickly report back to you and ask for your instructions on what to do next."
Qin Yining slowly nodded and fell into deep thought.
She didn't doubt the Qingtian Alliance, but she was worried that some people in the alliance couldn't resist the temptation of human instincts and greed. Who would want such a large amount of treasure that could be theirs?
The other party contacted Liao Zhibing probably because of his relationship with Mrs. Liao. If Mrs. Liao went, Liao Zhibing, like most people, would think that he should have a share of the treasure or simply think that the treasure should belong to him alone.
Even Qin Yining guessed so.
But now, Liao Zhibing told her such an important news.
If Liao Zhibing had the heart to monopolize the treasure, he only needed to keep this matter to himself and hide it from her. Why would he ask Master Zhong to send her a message?
Liao Zhibing had always been trustworthy. He even knew where Xi Yue was. For such a long time, she didn't see Liao Zhibing take revenge on her because of Mrs. Liao. Even when she rescued her father, it was thanks to Liao Zhibing that they arrived in time.
Now, Liao Zhibing hurriedly asked Master Zhong to send the message as soon as he got the news. The tenant proved his loyalty.
This made Qin Yining, who was on guard, feel a little embarrassed. She was really too narrow-minded.
Qin Yining thought for a moment, then signaled for Master Zhong to take a seat. He went outside to find a servant of the Mu family and said, "Ask Wang Ye to come here. Tell him that I have something to discuss with him."
That person hurriedly saluted and walked away with a face full of reverence.
Not long after, Pang Xiao and Mu Jinghu arrived.
Master Zhong quickly got up and saluted Pang Xiao.
Pang Xiao smiled and helped him up with one hand. "Please get up." He then turned around and introduced Mu Jinghu to him. "This is Mr. Mu."
Master Zhong and Mu Jinghu had met a few times before, so they greeted each other naturally.
Mu Jinghu ordered the servants to serve hot tea again. The four of them sat down according to their identities. After dismissing the servants, Pang Xiao arranged for someone to stand guard outside.
Qin Yining asked Master Zhong to tell him in detail about Liao Zhibing's report.
Pang Xiao was a little surprised when he heard it. He then sighed and said, "Leader Liao is a real hero."
"Yes." Qin Yining nodded.
Master Zhong had always been someone Qin Yining trusted. In the future, when he passed on information to the Qingtian Alliance, he would have to trouble Master Zhong. Therefore, Qin Yining did not avoid him and said directly, "In this case, we can rest assured and leave the investigation of Huichuan County to Leader Liao."
Pang Xiao said with a smile, "That's what I think too. Not only can we inquire about Huichuan County's news, but I also think that with Hall Master Liao's identity, we can also get in touch with those two people. With Leader Liao around, we won't be in the dark. "
"You're right." Qin Yining sighed and said, "It's my fault for not paying attention to the names of Mrs. Liao's attendants. Otherwise, we would have one more clue to investigate."
Pang Xiao smiled at Qin Yining to appease him.
"Don't be too hard on yourself. In that situation, you almost starved to death in the desert. You've done well to survive. What else do you want from yourself?"
Qin Yining shook his head and did not say anything to ruin Pang Xiao's mood.
In fact, in her position, she could not be asked of like an ordinary woman. If she really only wanted to help her husband and teach her children like an ordinary woman, the grass on her grave would be three feet tall by now.
Although Master Zhong only understood half of it, he also knew that something happened in Huichuan County, and it was related to the two people in the Qingtian Alliance who secretly contacted Liao Zhibing.
Master Zhong said, "Forgive me for saying too much. I have dealt with Mr. Liao many times. This person has a clear face and a righteous aura. Although he comes from a humble background, he is not a treacherous person. He is very serious when doing things. I personally think that this person can be trusted."
Pang Xiao loved Qin Yining and naturally respected the people around Qin Yining. Not to mention, Master Zhong was an old man who followed Qin Yining in his early years.
"Master Zhong said so. I think Leader Liao is trustworthy." Pang Xiao lowered her eyes and pondered for a moment. Then, she smiled and said, "It seems that it saves me the effort of going out. Moreover, if I go to Huichuan County, not to mention the long journey, the target is too obvious. If I ask Mr. Liao to inquire, I'm afraid I can get some different results. "
"I think so too." Qin Yining said, "The ability of the people in the Qingtian Alliance to sneak into the market to inquire about information is first-class. Moreover, the other party has the intention to contact Mr. Liao. Mr. Liao only needs to pretend to comply and you can get a lot of unexpected information."
Pang Xiao smiled and said, "That's right. Master Zhong came at the right time, and the information is too useful. Otherwise, I'm afraid I would have already gone out. "
Head shopkeeper Zhong hurriedly stood up and bowed, saying, "This is this old man's duty. Wang Fei once saved this old man's entire family. This old man does not dare delay this matter in the slightest."
Pang Xiao thanked Great Manager Zhong again. Then, he personally escorted him to the door. Great Manager Zhong's heart was filled with joy and gratitude as he received such a courteous reception. His face blushed with excitement.
When Pang Xiao came back, Mu Jinghu asked, "Your whole family is leaving?"
"Yes." Pang Xiao said bluntly, "I'm worried that it's dangerous for them to stay here. Even if they have nothing to do in a short time, it's inevitable that they will be restrained when they do things. Now that there is a safe place, it's better to let the whole family go to a safe place. "
Mu Jinghu frowned and pointed a finger at his temple. "What you said makes sense. I also want Shanshan and Brother Yan to go to a safe place. But she won't agree. She wants to take back the Qiu family and avenge her grandfather. "
"I can understand her feelings." Qin Yining smiled bitterly. "When the news of my father's accident came back, I couldn't wait to burn Yangxin Palace Hall directly … That kind of feeling, you can only understand it after experiencing it. It's that kind of feeling that I would rather fight with my own body and bones to vent my anger. Otherwise, I will live in self-blame and regret for the rest of my life."
Pang Xiao patted Qin Yining's shoulder with heartache.
He had asked Ji Yun and Bing Tang behind her back. That was an extremely difficult time, but he was far away in the South and could not help her at all. She could only rely on herself for everything.
Mu Jinghu said, "Of course I know how she feels. Brother Yan is still so young now. Even if I say that Brother Yan should go to a safe place with your family, I'm afraid Shanshan won't agree. "
Qin Yining sighed and shook his head. "Sometimes when things are really forced to that extent, even if a mother can't bear to, she has to. But the situation is not so critical now, and Feishan is not the main target. You just need to be vigilant, there's no need to take action now. "
"You're right." Mu Jinghu thought for a while and said, "Your family has all left, what do you plan to do in the future? Continue to stay in the South? "
Pang Xiao heard and looked at Qin Yining. "Sister Yi, I haven't told you that Your Majesty has ordered me to return to the capital, right?"
Qin Yining's smile froze on his face and he slowly shook his head.
Pang Xiao told him about Li Qitian's oral instructions and the imperial edict during their absence.
"Your Majesty must be very angry." Qin Yining's heart was cold, but he smiled freely and joked, "When you were looking for me, you went against 33 imperial edicts. Now, with these eight imperial edicts, you can be considered the first person in this dynasty."
Pang Xiao was originally worried that Qin Yining would be scared or worried, but seeing her like this, he couldn't help but feel proud. He laughed and said, "I can be considered the first person in history to have gone against 41 imperial edicts. If I say it out loud, it would be a crime against the whole world. Any one of my disobedience would be enough to chop my head off. When I return to the capital this time, I'm afraid that I'll be impeached the moment I see him."
Qin Yining recalled the ten major crimes that she and Pang Xiao had been impeached for when they returned to the capital.
"Now that you've gained a foothold in the South, this is something that His Majesty did not expect and is most unwilling to see. When we return to the capital, we must make careful preparations." Qin Yining looked at Pang Xiao inquiringly. "Invite Sir Xie and Sir Xu to come over another day. We can discuss together and come up with a plan. It's best to list out the problems that we may encounter when we return to the capital and then think of countermeasures to ensure our safety. “
"You're right. I plan to invite Father-in-law first. Although Father-in-law already has the intention to retire, his reputation as the wise Pan An is not just for show. "
The two of them discussed for a while and it was already noon.
Mu Jinghu invited Pang Xiao and Qin Yining to have a meal together. After the meal, they began the ritual of washing the third day.
There was an incense table in the front hall and thirteen statues of the Goddess of Eyesight, Goddess of Pox, Goddess of Childbirth, Bluecloud Progenitor, and others were enshrined. The incense burner was filled with millet. The midwife lit three incense sticks and prayed three times while chanting.
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