Chapter 794 The Shopkeeper Is Not Here

Xi Yu looked deeply into the distance, thoughtfully.

After a moment, he withdrew his gaze and looked at the two sisters Sun Qiushui. At this time, Xi Yu had figured out that the shop where Sun Qiushui was framed was a liquor store. It's still open today.

Xiyu spoke slowly. "I'll go there first to check the situation, but I won't reveal my identity for the time being."

When Sun Qiushui heard this, a look of worry suddenly appeared on his face. She frowned slightly, her eyes full of anxiety.

"Prime Minister, you must be careful." Her voice was soft, but filled with deep concern.

Xi Yu showed a warm smile and comforted him with a relaxed expression: "Don't worry, I'll be fine. Just wait for my news at home."

After saying that, he turned around resolutely and strode towards the door.

The two sisters Sun Qiushui looked at Xi Yu's leaving figure, their hearts filled with anxiety and expectation.

Sun Qiushui's eyes showed a hint of complicated emotions. She was eager for Xi Yu to clear her grievances, but she was also worried that he would be in danger.

Xi Yu had just finished explaining to the Sun Qiushui sisters and was about to set off when Mrs. Mingyue stepped forward.

With a hint of concern in her expression, she said: "Prime Minister, this store is very far from here, so I'd better accompany you there. There's someone to talk to along the way."

Xiyu's eyes kept flickering, as if he was weighing the pros and cons.

After a while, Xi Yu raised his head, looked at Mrs. Mingyue and said, "Okay, but when you get to the store, you don't need to accompany her."

Mrs. Mingyue nodded lightly and agreed readily: "Okay, I will do as you say."

Later, Xi Yu and Mrs. Mingyue embarked on the road to the hotel shop together. Their figures gradually moved away, while the two sisters Sun Qiushui stood at the door, looking worriedly at the direction they were leaving.

On the long road, Xi Yu and Mrs. Mingyue walked side by side.

They all had relaxed smiles on their faces, talking and laughing along the way.

Mrs. Mingyue seemed to have completely forgotten that Xi Yu was the Prime Minister, and she really looked like she was traveling with her good friends.

"Xi Yu, after this matter is resolved, how do you think I should punish myself? After all, I kidnapped people." Mrs. Mingyue frowned slightly, with a trace of guilt and uneasiness in her eyes.

Xi Yu looked at Mrs. Mingyue with a warm smile on his lips.

"That matter was extenuating, and you are no longer guilty." His voice was soft but firm, as if it could give people endless comfort.

A hint of surprise flashed in Mrs. Mingyue's eyes, and she looked at Xi Yu in disbelief.

"Really? You really don't blame me anymore?"

Xi Yu nodded, his eyes full of understanding.

"Of course, I know you also have your own reasons. And you later realized your mistake, and that's enough."

A bright smile broke out on Mrs. Mingyue's face, and a big stone in her heart finally fell to the ground.

They continued on, the sun shining on them as if adding a touch of warm color to their journey.

While walking, Xi Yu suddenly felt a sense of curiosity in his heart. He turned his head slightly, looked at Mrs. Mingyue, and asked: "Mrs. Mingyue, what kind of organization is your organization?"

Mrs. Mingyue's expression softened, and she said slowly: "Our organization is a collection of poor people. But don't worry, we don't do bad things at all. Sometimes we also help others do something and charge us a fee." Some compensation, and besides that we have our own farmland.”

Xi Yu nodded thoughtfully and said, "That's fine. If necessary, I can recruit you and make you a regular army."

After hearing this, Mrs. Mingyue quickly shook her head. There was determination in her eyes as she said, "No, not only am I unwilling, but my subordinates are also unwilling. We are used to being free and loose, and we cannot stand those restrictions."

Xi Yu smiled slightly, not angry.

"It doesn't matter, just come to me when you want."

The two of them continued to move forward, and the breeze blew by, bringing a bit of coolness.

On this day, Zhuge Liang and Zhou Yu met unexpectedly.

Zhou Yu was dressed in brocade clothes. As soon as he saw Zhuge Liang, he quickly stepped forward.

"Brother Kong Ming, I have learned from you that the Prime Minister has returned and has begun to deal with the matter. I wonder what the situation is now?" Zhou Yu frowned slightly and stared at Zhuge Liang.

Zhuge Liang shook his feather fan lightly, his expression indifferent.

"Gong Jin, I don't know either. Why don't you ask the eldest lady now?"

Zhou Yu nodded in agreement.

Finally, the gate of the Prime Minister's Mansion appeared in front of him.

Zhuge Liang and Zhou Yu came to the Prime Minister's Mansion and saw Ganmei standing dignifiedly in the courtyard.

The two men stepped forward and explained their intention. Gan Mei nodded slightly and said softly: "The Prime Minister has now gone to help that woman solve the problem."

When Zhou Yu heard this, he frowned and said angrily: "The Prime Minister is so kind. That woman really deserves to die." His face was full of dissatisfaction, and his eyes revealed his disgust for that woman.

Zhuge Liang shook his feather fan gently, with a calm expression on his face, and said slowly: "The Prime Minister is kind-hearted, that's how he is." His voice was as gentle as jade, with a reassuring power.

Gan Mei looked at them and said with a smile: "Just don't worry. The Prime Minister has his own sense of discretion and will handle this matter properly."

Zhou Yu and Zhuge Liang looked at each other. Although they still had doubts in their hearts, they were also infected by Gan Mei's words and felt a little relieved.

Gan Mei frowned slightly, with a trace of worry in her eyes, and then said: "Now many things in and outside the court are counting on you. I am just a woman, with little knowledge, and I can't really help in such a big event." Her voice was a little helpless.

Zhou Yu hurriedly bowed and said: "Madam, what are you talking about. You take good care of the Prime Minister's daily life and let the Prime Minister have no worries. This is more important than anything else." His words were sincere and his eyes were sincere.

Zhuge Liang also nodded and agreed.

Then, Zhou Yu and Zhuge Liang said goodbye to Gan Mei when they found that they could not get more information.

Madam Mingyue walked side by side with Xi Yu, and walked all the way, and unknowingly stepped into the city.

This place is not as prosperous as imagined. Although the shops are open, there are few pedestrians on the street. They walked forward in silence, and the atmosphere was a little solemn.

Soon, the wine shop appeared in front of them.

There was a huge wine jar outside the shop, and the strong smell of wine wafted into her nose.

Madam Mingyue's face suddenly became very ugly, and the memories of the past surged into her heart like a tide. She said to Xiyu with a trembling voice: "This is it."

Xiyu looked at Madam Mingyue's expression and understood.

He whispered: "Just find a place to rest, don't interfere with me. And I may stay here for a while."

Madam Mingyue bit her lip and nodded.

"Okay, then we'll meet at the tower."

Then, Madam Mingyue turned and left, and her figure gradually disappeared at the corner of the street.

Xiyu stepped into the shop.

The light in the shop was a little dim, and a handsome waiter was standing bored by the table.

There were indeed not many customers in the shop at this time, and the cold and deserted atmosphere filled the air.

The waiter heard the movement, looked up and saw someone coming in, and immediately showed a warm and polite smile and greeted Xiyu.

"Sir, welcome! Do you want to order a drink or sit for a while?" His voice was crisp and pleasant, full of energy.

Xiyu nodded slightly, and responded calmly: "Just take a look first."

His eyes slowly scanned the store. After Xiyu's eyes wandered around the store, he looked at the waiter and asked: "Where is the shopkeeper of your store?"

The waiter still had a warm smile on his face and replied: "Sir, it's a coincidence that the shopkeeper went out today and it's uncertain when he will come back. If you have something to do, just tell me."

Xiyu frowned slightly and continued to ask: "Is your shopkeeper called Ma Pingchang?"    The waiter nodded like pounding garlic: "Yes, our shopkeeper is Ma Pingchang. Sir, do you know our shopkeeper?"

Xiyu thought to himself that this time he came at a really bad time. He decided not to stay any longer, so he said: "Nothing, since the shopkeeper is not here, I will come another day."

After that, he turned and walked out of the store in a hurry.

Xiyu hurried to the tower. Madam Mingyue was leaning against the wall waiting. Seeing him appear so quickly, her eyes were full of surprise and confusion.

"Prime Minister, how come you are so fast?" Madam Mingyue asked.

Xiyu frowned slightly and said helplessly: "Unfortunately, the shopkeeper is not in the store today. I think it's better to come back another day."

Madam Mingyue heard that her eyes, which were originally filled with expectation, also dimmed, and she sighed disappointedly: "Alas, this is really unlucky. I thought I could have some clues today."

Xiyu comforted: "It doesn't matter, we will come back another day."

Madam Mingyue's eyes flashed with expectation, and she smiled and said to Xiyu: "It's not easy to come here, why not go shopping in this city."

Xiyu had no interest in shopping, but looking at Madam Mingyue's eager eyes, he couldn't bear to refuse, so he nodded slightly: "Well, it's good to go shopping."

So, the two walked slowly along the streets in the city.

There are a variety of stalls on the street, some selling exquisite trinkets and some selling steaming snacks.

Madam Mingyue was like a cheerful little bird, stopping in front of each stall to watch, picking up an item from time to time to play with, and excitedly telling Xiyu her opinion.

Xiyu looked around carelessly, and occasionally was infected by Madam Mingyue's emotions and responded to her a few words.

After a while, the two walked to an inn. The store was bustling with people coming and going, and the air was filled with the aroma of food.

Madam Mingyue pulled Xiyu to sit at a table and said with a smile: "Today you come to my territory, I must do my best to be a host, and I will treat you to this meal."

Seeing her so enthusiastic, Xiyu didn't act pretentiously, and nodded and said: "Thank you, madam."

After a while, Xiyu stood up and said to Madam Mingyue: "Madam, I'm going to the toilet."

Madam Mingyue nodded gently.

After a while, several dark shadows appeared quietly like ghosts and quickly surrounded Madam Mingyue.

Madam Mingyue was startled and instantly alert.

She thought to herself that it was not good. She saw that they were the thugs of a rich family that she had offended when she was robbing.

Those people were vicious, with the flames of revenge flashing in their eyes, as if they wanted to eat her alive.

"Humph, you stinky woman, we finally found you!" One of the thugs said with gritted teeth, holding the weapon tightly in his hand, and the cold light was particularly dazzling in the dim inn.

Madam Mingyue pretended to be calm, slowly stood up, and looked at them with cold eyes: "What do you want?"

Her hand quietly touched her waist, where her self-defense items were hidden.

"What? Today is your death day. Pay the price for what you did before!" The thugs roared and pressed forward step by step.

Seeing this, Madam Mingyue fought with the thugs without hesitation.

She was agile and her moves were fierce. For a while, she was even in a fight with these people.

The waiter was already scared to death. While persuading them to stop fighting with a trembling voice, he hurriedly got under the table, muttering: "Don't fight, don't fight, what should I do..."

However, the other side was outnumbered, and as the fight continued, Madam Mingyue gradually lost her strength.

Just when a thug was about to chop Madam Mingyue with his knife, Xi Yu came back.

He shouted: "What are you doing!" Then, he gave an order, and the dark guards appeared instantly, rushed towards the thugs like ghosts, quickly joined the battle, and the situation was reversed instantly.

Xi Yu walked quickly to Madam Mingyue and asked with concern: "Are you okay?"

Madam Mingyue panted slightly and shook her head: "I'm fine, thanks to your timely return."

Under the strong attack of the secret guards, the thugs gradually lost the upper hand.

Seeing that the situation was not good, they winked at each other and fled in all directions.

Xi Yu did not let the secret guards chase him. He turned and walked towards Madam Mingyue, with concern and inquiry in his eyes: "Madam Mingyue, who are these people? Why did they do this to you?"

Madam Mingyue sighed lightly and said with some embarrassment: "It was my reckless behavior in the past that caused the trouble. When I robbed a rich man's money before, I guess they were hired by the rich man to seek revenge."

Xi Yu frowned slightly, looked at Madam Mingyue and said: "Madam, although the past is no longer traceable, we still need to be cautious in the future. Fortunately, we have more people this time, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous."

Madam Mingyue nodded, "You are right, I will pay attention in the future."

After a while, the food was served and placed on the table steaming hot, but Madam Mingyue lost her previous interest and was still a little frightened. She looked at Xi Yu with gratitude in her eyes.

"Prime Minister, thank you so much today. If you and your people hadn't arrived in time, I'm afraid..." Madam Mingyue paused, and a trace of fear flashed in her eyes.

Then, she asked curiously: "By the way, who are those mysterious people like ghosts? They appear silently, but their actions are so neat."

Xiyu smiled slightly, picked up a piece of food with chopsticks and put it into his mouth, and said slowly: "Those are the secret guards I trained. They are responsible for protecting my safety. They usually hide in the dark and wait for my orders."

Mrs. Mingyue showed amazement in her eyes: "So that's it. It's not easy for you to train such powerful secret guards."

They ate quietly. When Xiyu was concentrating on the food in front of him, he suddenly felt that a gaze had been staying on him.

He raised his head in confusion and saw that Mrs. Mingyue was staring at him intently, and there seemed to be a different feeling in her eyes.

Xi Yu suddenly felt incredible. He touched his face and asked Madam Mingyue, "Madam, why are you looking at me like this? Is there dust on my face?"

Madam Mingyue blushed as if someone had touched her heart. She looked away in panic and said embarrassedly, "No... nothing."

After that, she lowered her head and ate quickly, but her red cheeks had not faded and her heartbeat was much faster than usual.

Xi Yu looked at Madam Mingyue's appearance. Although he was a little confused, he didn't ask any more questions and continued to eat, but the atmosphere became a little subtle.

Madam Mingyue's heart trembled slightly, and she thought to herself: Could it be that I have fallen in love with Xi Yu?

Her cheeks flushed slightly, and her heartbeat also accelerated unconsciously.

This feeling was so strange to her, but it had an irresistible attraction, making her a little overwhelmed in this complicated thought.

Unconsciously, the night was like black satin, quietly covering the entire town.

The last ray of afterglow in the sky also disappeared.

Xi Yu looked at Madam Mingyue and said, "It's getting dark. It seems that we have to stay in the city tonight. However, Madam, you might as well go back first, so that your sister won't worry about you." There was a trace of concern in his eyes.

Madam Mingyue shook her head gently, and a carefree smile appeared on the corner of her mouth: "Don't worry, I'm used to being wild outside. My sister knows my temper and won't worry about me. Besides, if I go back, if those thugs come to seek revenge again, wouldn't it implicate my sister and others."

"In that case, Madam, please find a place to stay with me, so that I can take care of you."

Madam Mingyue responded, and the two walked towards the nearby inn, and their figures gradually walked away in the night.

The two walked into the inn, and the candlelight in the store swayed, casting mottled light and shadows.

Xiyu frowned slightly, and advised Madam Mingyue again with a serious face: "You should go back. Although your sister is used to your casualness, today is different."

Madam Mingyue opened her mouth and wanted to refute, but she hesitated when she saw the persistence in Xiyu's eyes.

After a moment, Madam Mingyue nodded gently.

"Okay, Prime Minister, you are right."

Later, Madam Mingyue walked out of the inn and rode her horse. She pulled the reins, looked back at Xiyu standing at the door of the inn, and a trace of reluctance flashed in her eyes: "Prime Minister, I'm leaving now, you should be careful."

After that, she spurred the horse, the sound of horse hooves echoed in the quiet street, and her figure quickly disappeared into the night.

Xiyu looked at the direction she left, stood for a long time, until he could no longer see her, then turned and walked into the inn. (End of this chapter)