The White-Bone Demon of the Farm is as rich as a country

Chapter 257 Return to Beijing

Everything was finally settled, and Ru Yue and Chu Ning'an were finally able to calm down and think carefully about the various tests they would face next.

Those unknown challenges may be full of endless dangers, exposing the ugliest and darkest side of human nature; or they may hide many unbearable things.

However, no matter how difficult and dangerous the situation was, they all understood clearly that this was their destiny that they could not escape or stay away from.

"Chu Ning'an, there are only half a year left before the Spring Examination. I wonder what plans you have in mind regarding this matter?" At this time, Ru Yue was buried in front of the desk, carefully and meticulously sorting out the complicated accounts sent from various places in recent months.

While she was busy with her work, she seemed to be chatting with Chu Ning'an casually.

The huge study was silent, with only the occasional soft sound of turning pages and account books.

After a long time, Ru Yue still didn't get a response from Chu Ning'an. She couldn't help but feel puzzled. After checking the last account, she slowly raised her head and looked in the direction of Chu Ning'an.

Chu Ning'an was smiling, his eyes looking at him gently and intently.

"Could it be... did I say something wrong? Why are you staring at me like that?" Ru Yue blinked her big eyes as clear and innocent as autumn water, met Chu Ning'an's gaze straight, and asked in confusion.

Deep down in her heart, a small thought involuntarily emerged: Wow! This man in front of her is so handsome and charming, I really want to reach out and gently pinch his face that seems to be so beautiful that it can squeeze out water! Of course, these thoughts can only be buried deep in her heart for the time being, how could she easily let him know?

"Let's settle our family affairs as soon as possible and then rush to the capital in advance! There are many matters that need to be planned and deployed in advance." He said in a seemingly leisurely tone, but behind these plain words, there are actually signs of impending earth-shaking changes.

How could Ru Yue not understand the deeper meaning behind his words? At this moment, he was still known as Chu Ning'an. If he could seize the opportunity after arriving in Beijing to build connections and win over people, then when the Spring Examination came, even if he revealed his true identity on the spot, he would still have the support to rely on—not only her and those who might have been willing to lend a hand in the past, but also the newly expanded network of relationships.

However, if he waited until the Spring Examination to take action, the situation would be completely different. By then, he would probably only have her and a few relatives and friends to rely on. The difference was self-evident.

Even if he won the top spot in the imperial examination, so what? After all, when comparing real power and connections with a title that only had an empty title, the answer was obvious.

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In this way, the two of them worked tirelessly to take care of all the related matters, and before they knew it, more than half a month had passed. Originally, they planned to take Anping and Ruxue with them to Beijing, but unexpectedly, Anping flatly rejected the proposal.

Anping hopes to continue studying at Xingzhi Academy under Mr. Wu, hoping to pass the imperial examination and enter Beijing with his own talents. He is also willing to stay at home and help his elder sister manage the household.

"Sister, your brother-in-law shouldn't be an ordinary person, right? If... I'm just giving an example, if one day he and his family can't treat you well, then you must remember that you are not alone and helpless.

No matter when or where, as long as you need me, just turn around and you will see me standing behind you. I will always be your and Xue'er's strongest support!" Before leaving, Anping said to Ruyue solemnly.

At this moment, an unprecedented light flashed in his bright and determined eyes. This unwavering expression was something Ru Yue had never seen before.

Ru Yue gazed at her ten-year-old brother, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart, feeling extremely relieved. The little boy who once needed her careful care and protection had now grown up to be so sensible, well-behaved, and considerate.

This time when she went to the capital, Ru Yue not only brought her younger sister Ru Xue and Nanny Qin, but also her personal maids Hua Hao and Yue Yuan.

As for Jixiang and Ruyi, they were assigned to stay in the family workshop to help look after the business. After more than two years of training and polishing, Ruyi was now fully capable of taking charge of the business on her own, successfully transforming herself into an outstanding workshop manager, achieving her long-cherished goal.

Half a month had passed in a hurry. On this day, after a long journey, the group finally arrived at Mingyue Dian in Pinggu.

Looking at the brand new workshop in front of them, the guys and servants who stepped out of Mengjia Village for the first time suddenly felt a familiar feeling as if they were returning home.

Chu Ning'an never imagined that in just three months, Ru Yue actually successfully opened a workshop near the capital!

You know, if it weren't for him, with Ru Yue's cautious and calm personality, she would never be so eager to handle these things.

However, because he knew Ruyue so well, and knew that everything she did was because of him, he didn't know how to express his deep gratitude to her. Although he never said a word, deep in his heart, his friendship with Ruyue became deeper, heavier, and harder to let go.

Doctor Shen had already met Chu Ning'an and Xiao Ruxue two years ago. Seeing them again, Doctor Shen was filled with emotion, just like the surprise he had felt when he first saw Ruyue a few months ago.

Little Ruxue, innocent and adorable, was a particular favorite of the old doctor. The two often traveled together, not only having fun but also scouring the streets for delicious snacks. Seeing their inseparable nature, Ruyue grew worried, fearing the old man would accidentally feed his precious little sister into a plump "pig."

However, every time she thought of how happy the old and the young were when they were together, she felt that there was no need to say more and should just let them be.

Ru Yue also arranged for Nanny Qin and the others to stay at the manor. As for herself and Chu Ning'an, they returned to the Huairen Medical Clinic in the capital.

That night, the moonlight fell like water on the earth, casting a hazy beauty over the entire world like a layer of silver gauze. Ru Yue carefully led Chu Ning'an through the winding alleys and arrived at "Chasing the Wind".

At this point, "Zhuifeng" was no longer the spy organization of just a few people. After several months of growth, it had grown to include more than a dozen new members. With their own abilities and hard work, Aji and Tieshu successfully became small leaders of the organization.

When Blind Tang saw Chu Ning'an appear before him, his excitement surged like a tidal wave, so much so that he could barely conceal it. His already special eyes now stared directly at Chu Ning'an, yet it seemed as if his gaze passed through Chu Ning'an himself, reaching into a distant past, as if he were searching through Chu Ning'an for another figure.

Seeing this, Aji and Tieshu hurriedly told Ru Yue and Chu Ning'an all the information they had learned during this period.

The Wu'an Marquisate was in utter chaos, becoming increasingly difficult to manage. The second young master of the Marquisate, relying on his influence in the capital and the support of his inner circle, was practically swaggering around as if he were the crown prince. Furthermore, his status had even been recognized by numerous prominent families.

Despite this, Marquis Wu'an remained resolute, refusing to yield easily despite pressure from all sides. As long as the Crown Prince of Chu had not yet reached the age of twenty, he would never again petition the emperor to appoint a new Crown Prince.

How will this open and covert struggle for the throne of the Crown Prince end? Everyone is filled with questions and expectations.

However, just a few days ago, a piece of news spread like wildfire: the Chu Emperor's teacher had actually personally invited Wu'an Hou to meet! As for what they discussed, no one knew the details.

However, when the two parted ways, everyone could clearly notice that they looked gloomy and unhappy. Unexpectedly, the day after this meeting, the Emperor's Preceptor of Chu suddenly fell ill, and his condition was so serious that to this day, this highly respected old Imperial Preceptor has not been able to attend court.

"In my opinion, the old Imperial Tutor must have mentioned Madam Chu's last wish to Marquis Wu'an again. This matter has always been an indelible knot between the two families, like a thorn deeply embedded in their hearts.

Although nearly twenty years have passed since Madam Chu's passing, some things are hard to let go. After all, the dead are gone, and the living must move on. How can we completely disregard the feelings of so many living people just because of someone who passed away nearly twenty years ago? Blind Tang's words sound like a reasonable explanation for the situation, but upon closer examination, they instead feel like a deliberate provocation.

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After sending Ru Yue and the others out, Aji wanted to speak several times along the way, but he always hesitated.

He pondered this secretly until he could no longer suppress his inner urge and finally said, "Sister, there is something I am not sure of its authenticity, but after thinking about it, I think I should tell you.

I heard from a friend that something terrible happened at the Wu'an Marquis's mansion the night before last! It's said that the old lady of the Wu'an Marquisate had somehow seen blood, and someone saw it as if she had cut her neck with a hairpin.

When this happened, the entire mansion was in chaos! Moreover, I heard that because of this incident, Marquis Wu'an might not wait for Prince Chu as he did before.

After saying this, Ah Ji seemed to be relieved and breathed a long sigh of relief. He then hurriedly comforted her, "Sister, don't take this too seriously for now. After all, it's hard to say whether this news is true or not. I'll help you find out more in the next two days. Maybe there will be a chance for a better outcome."

After hearing what Aji said, Ru Yue's face changed slightly. She subconsciously turned her head to look at Chu Ning'an beside her, only to see that Chu Ning'an also had a frown on his face. The two looked at each other, and a heavy feeling surged in their hearts.

They walked out of "Zhuifeng" silently, got on the carriage that had been waiting outside, and slowly drove towards Huairen Medical Clinic.

Along the way, the carriage was unusually quiet, with only the sound of horse hooves and rolling wheels.

After a long while, Chu Ning'an finally broke the silence. He spoke in a low voice, "Ruyue, I'm really worried. I want to see my grandfather as soon as possible so that he can feel more at ease."

Ru Yue nodded gently. She understood Chu Ning'an's feelings at the moment, but then her face showed worry. After a moment's silence, she said, "That's fine. However, Emperor Chu's residence must be under the watchful eyes of many people. If we go there rashly, if the news leaks out, it will probably cause considerable trouble for both you and your grandfather. In my opinion, why not take advantage of these two days and have Elder Shen and Elder Qin take you there under the pretext of visiting a patient. This will conceal our presence and ensure the safety of the operation."

Chu Ning'an naturally understood that Ru Yue's concerns were not unreasonable, but he did not expect that Ru Yue not only had complete faith in her own master, Mr. Shen, but also had such great trust in the highly respected Master Qin.

Seeing the obvious doubt on Chu Ning'an's face, Ru Yue smiled gently and said slowly, "Grand Tutor Qin is a man of high moral character and integrity, and he is also quite influential in front of the current emperor! We should always get to know more people who can speak up for us in critical moments. So, Grand Tutor Qin is truly a rare and good choice, I have no doubt about that."

At this point, Ru Yue's eyes revealed a hint of certainty, and she was obviously confident in her judgment.

She lowered her head slightly, thought for a moment, and then said, "How about this? I'll make some careful plans over the next few days and bring Master here first. I'll ask him to invite Grand Tutor Qin to come along. If everything goes well and there are no unexpected events, how about setting the date for three days from now?"

As she spoke, Ru Yue stretched out three slender fingers and shook them, as if to emphasize the tentative date.