Joyful Motherhood in a Rural Family

Chapter 755: Chapter 755: The Purpose of County Magistrate Mu’s Visit

“So, does that mean it’s true… that the corpse came back to life?”

Everyone couldn’t help but gasp, feeling a chill on their necks.@@novelbin@@

“The deceased was originally a victim of unnatural death, with a grievance stuck in their chest. The poor Taoist here simply thought that since we met, we might as well help her along the way.”

Elder Dao waved his wide sleeve: “But then something like this happened. She originally died unnaturally and was sealed in a coffin, unable to dissipate the grievance. If we had simply sent her to the right place, the grievance would have gradually dispersed under the influence of the surrounding environment. But unfortunately, we bumped into them, and the deceased was directly dragged up, wasn’t she?”

Recalling the scene at the time, everyone couldn’t help breaking out in cold sweats.

“Will the soldier be all right?”

“There won’t be any problems, he’s just been poisoned by the corpse. If no one saves him, he might still have about two days left.”

Old Dao shook his head and walked straight ahead.

The people following behind couldn’t help but feel nervous.

“Taoist master, what should we do next to smoothly pass the next checkpoint?” Zhao Yuanlang didn’t even realize that he was starting to trust the old Daoist more.

Old Dao mysteriously replied, “Don’t worry! Before our deal, I agreed to escort you safely to the Flying Horse Hostel, so that the deal would be completed. Until the mission is accomplished, I will guarantee everyone’s safety.”

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Meanwhile, Di Yelei and others continued on towards the Flying Horse Hostel, while Liu Sisi was shrouded in worry on her side.

Liu Sisi sat in the inner hall, silently watching Elder Mr. Di who was lying in bed.

A gold needle was inserted into Elder Mr. Di’s chest, which had been there since the morning, and no one dared to remove it. He had become extremely thin, and if it weren’t for the occasional rise and fall of his chest, one might think he was dead.

“Ms. Xin has not returned; I don’t know if she ran into trouble or simply didn’t find Old He. It’s really worrying…”

Ms. Zhao returned to the room again, intending to accompany Elder Mr. Di on his final journey.

Thinking of Mr. Di’s attitude, Liu Sisi didn’t refuse. Although Ms. Zhao was talkative, at least it would make her father feel less lonely.

“And Brother Gao as well. The old man is so sick, he doesn’t even bother to visit. He only knows about studying all day long. That’s just reading a dead book; it’s not something that can be achieved in a short time…” Ms. Zhao’s murmurings continued.

Liu Sisi didn’t interrupt her. Brother Gao had gone to the academy, but whether he was studying or playing, Liu Sisi couldn’t force him either – she couldn’t make her husband do something he wasn’t willing to do.

As she was lost in thought, Old Cheng hurried in.

“Madam, County Magistrate Mu has come for a secret visit and is waiting in the main hall. Will you see him?”

“Who is County Magistrate Mu?”

Liu Sisi couldn’t recall who this person was.

“He is the new Lord County Magistrate of Macheng County, and he is currently waiting in the hall. The old servant saw that he was heavily wrapped up, so he probably has come to consult with Madam about some secret matter.”

Liu Sisi furrowed her brows. At the moment, trouble was brewing, and now that Gongzhou City was occupied by Zhao Jiong, the visit of County Magistrate Mu might mean…

After thinking about it, she finally stood up: “Let’s meet him! Have him wait in the side hall.”

In the side hall of the Di Residence, a large screen was erected, and a bead curtain separated the room. County Magistrate Mu sat on the other side of the screen, looking quite restless.

Ms. Gao opened the bead curtain, and a figure sat down opposite the screen.

Then, a clear voice came from the opposite side of the screen: “You are County Magistrate Mu?”

County Magistrate Mu almost fell off the chair, quickly steadied himself, and knelt down to pay his respects: “I pay my respects to Prefecture Princess Ruyu, may you live for thousands upon thousands of years!”

“County Magistrate Mu, please do not be so excessively courteous. Please get up.”

Liu Sisi waved her hand indifferently and spoke in a flat tone.

County Magistrate Mu did not get up, but instead took a box out of his arms and lifted it above his head: “Prefecture Princess Ruyu, I acquired a small trinket a few days ago and thought that you, beautiful as an immortal and virtuous and dignified, were the perfect match for this object. I offer it to you today and ask you to please accept it.”

Is she being bribed? Liu Sisi couldn’t help but frown, exchanging an inconspicuous glance with Old Cheng beside her.

Old Cheng nodded, took the box directly, went inside the bead curtain, and then casually opened it to reveal a bunch of red corals inside. The corals were brightly colored and pleasing to the eye, the texture was crystal-clear and smooth, and the shape was unique—immediately catching everyone’s attention in the room.

“This item grows in the deep sea between 100 and 2,000 meters where no one has ever set foot. Along with pearls and amber, it has been regarded as a symbol of wealth and auspiciousness since ancient times, and is difficult to find even if one is willing to spend a fortune!” County Magistrate Mu said, his face still showing a hint of reluctance.

Liu Sisi silently closed the lid and casually handed the box to Old Cheng: “It’s such a rare and precious item, you’re very thoughtful! Old Cheng, please show County Magistrate Mu his seat.”

“Yes, Madam.”

Old Cheng obeyed, hurriedly inviting County Magistrate Mu to his seat.

“County Magistrate Mu, do you have any business with the Di Residence this time?”

To take out such a precious item, to say it was without ulterior motives, no one would believe it.

“Prefecture Princess Ruyu is indeed astute!”

County Magistrate Mu hurriedly lavished praise. Having just taken office for only two or three months, he encountered such a big event. A misstep could cost him not only his official hat but also his livelihood, a devastating outcome!

Because of this, he had spent several sleepless nights, even though the wind and rain roared outside the city of Macheng County, the city itself remained quiet, without the slightest disturbance.

Day by day, with no solution in sight, he finally concluded that the reason Macheng County was able to survive must fall onto the shoulders of Prefecture Princess Ruyu of the Di Residence. After all, the entire county knew of the initial scene of heavy soldiers surrounding the Di Residence, yet the people of the Di Residence were able to escape unscathed. This alone was enough reason for him to seek their protection.

However, he was just a minor seventh-rank county magistrate; would the other side accept his show of goodwill?

County Magistrate Mu sat across the screen, hesitating for quite a while.

“… So, after careful consideration, I decided to follow the Di Residence wholeheartedly, and vow to work for Prefecture Princess Ruyu with all my strength and die in my duty. I would not refuse to sacrifice everything for you! I beg Prefecture Princess Ruyu to pity my feelings and fulfill my dream.”

County Magistrate Mu finally finished speaking, then knelt down again on the ground, not getting up for a long time.

He was actually seeking protection from the Di Residence, and even doing so when the Di Residence itself was in grave danger! This left Liu Sisi at a loss for words.

“It’s hard to believe you have such strong feelings! From now on, you will follow me. As long as you do not betray me and are willing to serve me, you will not lack benefits. At the very least, you won’t have to worry about losing your head one day.”

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