The beggar boy climbed halfway up the slope and stood under the big elm tree. He wiped the sweat from his forehead and smiled sweetly at Feng Dao, showing his neat and white teeth.

"Ah, hurry up and eat. We were delayed for a while on the road and the pancakes are a little cold." The beggar boy handed the paper bag to Feng Dao.

The beggar boy's voice was soft and sticky, and his intonation was crisp. It turned out to be a pleasant female voice.

"Thank you for your hard work, Chan'er. Is this pancake stuffed with meat?" Feng Dao sniffed the smell emanating from the paper bag and swallowed his saliva.

The beggar boy named Chan'er nodded vigorously and said plainly: "It's mutton stuffing!"

Feng Dao was overjoyed, his eyes were shining, he took out a piece of steamed cake and took a bite.

"It's so fragrant! It's delicious!" Feng Dao wolfed down his food and spoke incomprehensibly, "Everything about this Baoxiang Temple is good, but the food is too bland. Apart from rice noodles, you can't even see any oil star seeds. I want to eat it."

You still have to travel several miles to dig wild vegetables..."

Feng Dao chewed heavily and swallowed a piece of steamed cake in a few seconds.

"Chan'er, you eat too."

Chan'er shook her head: "Aweng, eat it. I've eaten it at that steamed cake shop."

Feng Daohan said to Hanhu: "I'm old. I'll be full after eating two. Leave the rest to your father and the others..."

After finishing more than half of the steamed cake, Feng Daocai asked: "What happened to you on the road? What's the situation in the city now?"

Chan'er sighed and said: "The Ye army went around looting, killing people, robbing women, fighting for property, and the whole city was in chaos. When I came back, I was almost caught by a group of rebels..."

Feng Dao was shocked and wiped the flax grains on his white beard: "The Ye army has strict military discipline, and Guo Wei is a cautious and sensible man. How could he allow the Ye army to cause wanton chaos? Wouldn't it ruin his own reputation by doing such a reckless thing?"

"Who knows! In short, Tongyu Street was beaten, smashed, looted and burned by the Ye army. I didn't dare to go down the main street all the way back. I only dared to run along the side streets of the alley... A Weng also said before that Guo Wei had

The benevolent prime minister now seems to be a cruel and arrogant warlord!" Chan'er said angrily.

"Hmm~~"

Feng Dao swallowed the last bite of the pancake, smacked his lips and burped, "I'm afraid there is something fishy in this. According to Guo Wei's character, he shouldn't extend his anger to the subjects of Kaifeng..."

Feng Daobai frowned, stroking his beard and pondering for a moment.

According to his understanding of Guo Wei, there should not be such a thing as the Ye army causing chaos in Kaifeng.

But then I thought about the death of the whole family in Situ's house, Guo Wei's temperament changed drastically, and it was not necessarily that he was full of resentment towards Kaifeng.

Feng Dao sighed and shook his head, this is a damn troubled world~

"Then Chan'er, how did you get out of trouble?" Feng Dao asked with concern.

Chan'er recounted what happened in a soft voice:

"....Aweng, that Zhu Xiu claims to be the camp secretary of the Ye Army, or the deputy commander of the Tiger Wing Army. He has a giant man under him, who is so tall, terrifying in appearance, and unparalleled in ferocity!

That Fan Ai was severely beaten and fled in panic... I left him two bottles of wound medicine and walked around in a long circle before coming back..."

Feng Dao squinted and listened very carefully: "According to this, it was Zhu Xiu who saved your life."

Chan'er tilted her head and thought for a moment, then nodded.

"He didn't realize you were a girl?" Feng Dao frowned.

Chan'er pursed her lips and chuckled: "No! That silly boy thought I was a mute little beggar."

"Haha~" Feng Dao stroked his white beard, "This guy is not stupid, you must not underestimate him. Now, he is a popular person around Guo Wei. Once the new dynasty is established, these old people around Guo Wei and Chai Rong will

Chickens and dogs ascend to heaven. Above the court, a new generation replaces the old ones. They are the future powerful people in this world."

Chan'er chuckled and said, "I think Zhu Xiu is kind-hearted and a good person."

Feng Dao smiled and said: "He can help others when there is injustice on the road. It seems that Zhu Xiu does have some kindness."

Chan'er asked strangely: "Aweng seems to admire this person very much? Have you ever seen him?"

Feng Dao shook his head: "I've heard of his name for a long time, but he's never been masked before!"

"Is Zhu Xiu famous?" Chan'er was a little curious.

"Haha~ The famous Black Fire Thunder was created by this son. It is still circulated in Cangzhou City that he has the ability to divine secrets. Guo Wei and Chai Rong and his son needed his help to put down Li Shouzhen's rebellion in Puzhou. Although this man is not here

He has appeared publicly in Kaifeng, but there are legends about him everywhere in Kaifeng."

Chan'er thought thoughtfully: "So, he does have some abilities..."

Feng Dao narrowed his eyes and smiled: "If we can ask him for help, we will definitely be able to see Guo Wei smoothly! As long as we can see Guo Wei, my Feng family can ensure safety."

Chan'er's delicate brows furrowed and she thought carefully:

"I heard Zhu Xiuhe's men talking. They seem to live in Laoya Lane, a place called... called Shenghe Dishe!"

Feng Dao stroked his beard and thought for a moment: "It shouldn't be wrong. I heard that Li Ye sent people to destroy Sheng He's residence years ago, killed and arrested many people from Hexi, and finally alerted Chai Rong and the Fu family to come forward to help. It should be there

The property purchased by the Chang Yi Army."

Chan'er said worriedly: "But Laoya Lane is not close to here, I'm worried about encountering rebels on the road again."

Feng Dao smiled and said: "Guo Wei is not from Hutu and will not allow rioters to cause trouble. He will definitely order the restoration of public order in the city as soon as possible. Don't worry, it won't be long before peace can be restored in the city."

Chan'er nodded in understanding.

Feng Dao looked at her, stroking his beard and asked with a smile: "My dear granddaughter, let me test you, why did we choose this refugee cave at the back door of the vegetable garden of Baoxiang Temple as a hiding place?"

Chan'er bit her lips and thought for a while: "My grandfather donated a lot of money to the temple in the name of the old benefactor Ma, and he has formed a good relationship with the monk who presided over it. The abbot will definitely take us in.

This place is close to Honglu Temple. It used to be a residence for envoys from various countries. The imperial court deployed patrols at Yiqiu Gate in the inner city to maintain public order. Therefore, although dragons and snakes are mixed here, there has never been any major trouble.

There is also a frequent flow of people here, and the court wants to trace it, but it can’t find it for a while.”

Feng Dao clapped his hands, stroking his beard and laughing: "Chan'er is smart and she has guessed the old man's intention by 70%."

Chan'er pursed her lips and smiled and said: "There are still two or three points left, please give me advice."

Feng Dao stroked his beard and said proudly: "As the saying goes, no matter how safe a place is, I will not completely let down my guard. This place is not far from Caihe Pier. I bought a boat early and docked it at the pier. Once the court investigates,

After coming down, my family can only take a boat out of the city.

The presiding monk of Baoxiang Temple has a bodhisattva heart and is highly respected. The dignitaries in the city respect him. If there is chaos in the city, we can hide in Baoxiang Temple and escape with the help of the protection of the monks."

Chan'er flashed her big black and white eyes: "Why didn't Aweng hide in Baoxiang Temple from the beginning?"

Feng Dao shook his head and said with a smile: "There are many pilgrims in Baoxiang Temple, including many dignitaries. If I show up too early, I will be easily recognized."

Chan'er suddenly nodded and smiled: "Aweng is such an old fox!"

Feng Dao said proudly: "I am able to live to the age of sixty-eight and endure three dynasties and eight emperors without falling. It is because of this caution that I am prepared for danger in times of peace! Chan'er, remember, never forget to leave a way out for yourself at any time. When the time comes,

In times of crisis, survival is the priority!"

"Don't worry, Aweng, I'll remember it," Chan'er said with a smile.

Chan'er helped Feng Dao walk to the broken-roofed house. Feng Dao leaned on crutches and sighed:

"Although our Feng family has a large number of people, there are really not many smart people. Your father works as an outsider in the Ministry of Industry. He only knows how to write and do calculations all day long. He is addicted to calculations and can't help himself. He doesn't know how to please others.

Oops, Yumu’s brain is not clear-headed!

Your uncles are either greedy for comfort or have no ambitions. After taking a look, you are the only one in the Feng family who suits me, and your temper is somewhat similar to me.

It's a pity that you are born as a girl. Otherwise, if the Feng family is left in your hands in the future, it will still be able to prosper for a generation...

If I have to rely on you to support the Feng family in the future, I need to find a good husband for you...

Those who can stand in the court in the future must be Guo Wei's Conglong old tribe. From these people's nephews, choose a well-matched one to marry, which will be good for you and the Feng family..."

Chan'er listened silently and said nothing.

Although she is also a young lady from a noble family, she does not suffer from the bad habits of being a wealthy daughter of a noble family and being arrogant and extravagant.

Growing up with Feng Dao and listening to Feng Dao's stories about the troubled times in the late Tang Dynasty, Chan'er understood a truth very early on: there is no long-term wealth in the world, and even if you have the support of your ancestors, you must be careful and prudent to ensure that your family business will not decline.

In these troubled times, even the emperor is in danger, let alone other noble families.

If you follow the wrong person, stand on the wrong team, your family will be destroyed in a matter of seconds.

Therefore, Chan'er is not opposed to her marriage. She has long understood and accepted that her marriage is a transaction of interests, and everything is for the sake of the safety of her family and herself.

~~~

Early the next morning, Zhu Xiu had just gotten up, finished washing and had breakfast in the house.

Hu Guangyue went into the inner city to inquire about Guo Wei and the court's movements.

Just after taking a sip of warm goat milk, Chen An ran in and reported: "Young Master, there are two beggars looking for you outside the door."

"Pfft~" Zhu Xiu almost spit out a mouthful of milk, wiped her mouth and coughed a few times, staring: "Where is this beggar from? Just give him some money, rice and noodles to send him away."

Chen An couldn't hold back his laughter: "I gave it, but they didn't want it, so they had to clamor to see you. Young Master, you just came to Kaifeng not long ago, how come you even know beggars?"

Zhu Xiu rolled his eyes and said angrily: "What do the two of them look like? Is there anything special about them?"

Chen An thought for a while: "One old and one young. The old man's hair and beard are all white. He is not young. He speaks in a polite manner, as if he has studied. Although he is dressed in rags like a beggar, he looks knowledgeable and sensible. The younger one looks like a beggar.

He is a short young man, fifteen or sixteen years old, with a calico face and a dirty look..."

Zhu Xiu was startled and thought of the beggar boy he met yesterday.

Gulu finished a bowl of goat's milk in two gulps, and Zhu Xiu wiped his mouth and said, "Lead the way forward."
To be continued...