"Sister Mu taught me how to make up, how about it? Is this scar still ugly?" Wang Jiajia asked, raising her head high.
I just felt distressed: "I've long been used to it, I don't think it's ugly."
"Then why did you hate me before?"
I shook my head firmly: "I didn't! I... I'm just not satisfied with living the life assigned to me by others."
"What about now? Are you living the life you want?"
"No." I smiled: "Because I don't even know what kind of life I want."
Wang Jiajia looked towards the backyard: "Don't you long to be a hero? Then, find a confidante, travel around the world, and do justice."
"I..." I lowered my head in embarrassment: "How do you know?"
Wang Jiajia looked proud: "We have been together for twenty years. I can't guess what you are thinking in your heart? Why? Suddenly, you wake up from your sweet dream? Have you recognized the reality?"
"Yes. Even powerful people like Madam Mu have decided to retire. It seems that the so-called Jianghu and the world are not interesting. Haha, don't I just call 'Jianghu'? There is no need to run elsewhere?"
I said, suddenly feeling an inexplicable sense of relief. In this life, it doesn't matter if it's a little hard or a little tiring. What I'm most afraid of is that I don't have a goal and don't know where I want to go.
And today, I finally found my destination. She was once so close, but I wanted to throw her away; but now, God has given me another chance, and I must hold on to her.
"Oh, we are so busy that we are dizzy, but you are here kissing me." Ah Wu came out with a pot of fried tofu and glanced at us with contempt on his face.
Wang Jiajia and I quickly separated.
"Oh, Fifth Brother, are you ready?"
"There is another basin inside, take it." Ah Wu thumped his waist: "You can bring your tofu yourself, I'm still busy behind."
Wang Jiajia and I packed the tofu and sent it to the county government office, but Magistrate Xu was not there. There were only five or six government officials distributing gruel that could be seen in the people's faces. Hearing us explain our purpose, we were quite surprised.
"Master, the chief is here!" someone shouted.
"Master Lin!" I said, clasping my hands to him, lowering my head and not daring to look into his eyes.
"Hey, you guys... seem familiar." Director Lin pointed at me and Wang Jiajia and said.
Wang Jiajia bowed and said, "The little girl was kidnapped half a month ago. She went to the county government to report the case."
"Oh, yes, yes. The county magistrate later investigated that case and said it was someone deliberately playing a prank. I wonder if Madam Wang is satisfied with the county magistrate's verdict?"
Wang Jiajia smiled: "Little girl, I will obey the county magistrate."
"Then...will anyone follow you or harass you after that?"
"No."
"That's good. Then you two are here today..."
I pointed to the burden: "A guest at Jianghu Inn heard that Magistrate Xu distributed porridge at the gate of the county government, and was deeply moved. He bought my tofu, fried it and asked me to deliver it."
"Well, it's really a blessing for the people of Xiangzhou City to have such kind-hearted people!" Master Lin praised.
I took a peek and saw that he was about forty years old, of medium build, wearing a light blue official uniform and an official hat, with deep eyes that made people afraid to look directly at him.
"Then... the things have been delivered, let's leave first, haha." I winked at Wang Jiajia.
"Don't worry, come, sit down for a while, warm up by the fire, and chat about home affairs." Director Lin pointed to the tent on one side.
I knew we couldn't refuse, and a spontaneous curiosity drove me to find out.
Following him into the tent, there were only a few small stools and a fire in the middle.
Mr. Lin sat down and warmed his hands. Seeing that we were still standing, he pointed at the stool with a smile: "Sit down, as I said, it's just a casual chat. We're not in court, so there's no need to be restrained."
"Yes." I carefully sat down opposite him, and Wang Jiajia sat next to me.
"I remembered, you used to do autopsies for the county government, and I paid you wages." Director Lin stared at me for a while and suddenly said excitedly.
"Yes, I didn't expect you still remember."
"Haha, you mean why it looks so familiar."
I smiled and said, "Li is just a tofu seller, and his neighbor is the governor of the governor's office, so I learned a little bit from him. It is also an honor for Li to work for the county government."
"Hahahaha, that's good. People nowadays are always arrogant. It's hard to see a young man as humble as you." Chief Lin praised and looked at Wang Jiajia: "Is she your wife?"
If it had been before, I would have tried my best to deny it, but today when I heard him ask this question, I actually felt a strong sense of belonging. I saw Wang Jiajia blushing and lowering her head in silence, so I smiled and said: "We are not married yet, she is my neighbor
, we play together from childhood to adulthood.”
"Childhood sweethearts!"
"Hehehe, that's right."
"Okay! Do your parents agree to your marriage?" Director Lin asked again.
I was secretly amused. Last time I suspected that he was a matchmaker. Could it be that I was wrong? He looked like a matchmaker. I entrusted Fatty Wang to check him for me, but I only found out that he was a three-year old man.
He took office before. As for his previous background, it is impossible to know based on Fatty Wang’s identity.
I was thinking about something on my mind, but Wang Jiajia pinched me secretly, and then I came back to my senses: "Oh, my late father passed away a long time ago, and my mother-in-law will follow me in everything."
Wang Jiajia blushed with embarrassment and whispered: "My mother unfortunately died when she gave birth to me. Aye just wants to find someone for me to trust for the rest of my life. As for status, I don't care much about it."
"Well, I think you two are a perfect match. They are truly a match made in heaven, hehehehe."
"Thank you, Master." I bowed slightly and agreed.
"If you don't mind, how about I come and host the wedding for you?" Director Lin asked again.
I can't help but feel a little annoyed, why is this guy not done yet? Does he also want to use my wedding to plan something?
"Don't be nervous, I'll just say it casually, haha. This important matter of marriage still needs your parents' approval." Seeing my silence, Chief Lin laughed again: "Now that the imperial envoy has arrived, all of us junior officials and officials are
It's like walking on thin ice. I heard that the imperial envoy was kind and kind to the people, so we just tried our best to imitate him."
I heard him trying to get closer to the imperial envoy as he spoke, so I echoed: "Yes, everyone is saying that the imperial envoy is a good official, but I heard that he is often elusive, so I haven't been able to see his true body.
"
Chief Lin rubbed his hands: "The Imperial Envoy is very busy every day. I heard that he is currently selecting spies. I wonder if this is the case?"
"Secret agent? This... haha, Li has never heard of it."
Chief Lin looked at me seriously: "Then...if the imperial envoy wants to secretly select a group of spies, who do you think he will choose?"
Wang Jiajia's hand on my arm tightened, and her head lowered. I could feel her nervousness, so why didn't I feel the same!
"Hahaha, it's okay, just say it!"
I smiled slightly: "A secret agent must be extremely smart, of course, and must be a very capable person, such as... Long Yuhan, the leader of the Sky Eye Team, Wu Changshi of the Prefectural Governor's Office, etc."
"No, no, no, they all have official positions and have no time to take care of both."
"I do not know then."
"That Mrs. Mu, what do you think?"
My heart trembled. Madam Mu! She has indeed become a standout. Although she has retired, her behavior is still so unruly, so it is no wonder that she attracts attention.
"Does the chief secretary mean Sister Mu from Jianghu Inn?" Wang Jiajia suddenly took over: "She is a very nice person. Brother Jianghu used to set up a stall on the street. Now that it's cold, she took a corner of the living room.
Keep us from getting cold."
"Then do you think she is suitable to be a secret agent?" Chief Lin asked.
Wang Jiajia tapped the corners of her lips with her fingertips and looked straight at Master Lin with her big clear eyes: "I heard from Aye that... the imperial envoy has sent a group of spies to sneak into Tubo. But.
, what exactly does a secret agent do? Haha, speaking of Sister Mu, I think her best thing is makeup, haha."
"Hahahaha, a woman likes her beauty. She got married yesterday, and it was very lively. But her groom, I heard, is not from Xiangzhou."
When Wang Jiajia heard him ask about Li Dongsheng, she was no longer shy and spoke freely about everything he said about Li Dongsheng.
"This is really fate! I see, her ten candidates are not simple people. I think if they are chosen as secret agents, they will definitely be able to protect our Xiangzhou peace and stability."
Wang Jiajia nodded: "Well, that's right. I've seen them compete, and they all have extraordinary skills. I also think they are likely to be favored by the imperial envoy."
"That's right, that's right. If the imperial envoy really chooses a secret agent, it must be them." I also affirmed.
Meng Sima's guess was correct. As expected, their eyes were fixed on Madam Mu and those people seeking marriage. They didn't know what kind of tips Meng Sima had just given them in the letter, hoping to help them get out of their predicament.
"Master Secretary, all the tofu they sent has been divided." A yamen servant came to report.
"Okay, there's nothing important. Let's chat next time when we have time. Haha, you guys should go back early. The snowy weather is slippery, so be careful on the road." Director Lin thought for a moment, then stood up and said.
"yes."
Seeing that he issued an eviction order, we quickly left.
"Brother Jianghu, you scared me to death." After walking far away, Wang Jiajia patted her chest and said.
I changed the shoulder pole to another shoulder: "I saw you were eloquent just now. It doesn't look like you are scared."
The iron bucket on Wang Jiajia's shoulder dangled: "He is a good craftsman. He was able to tie me to the wilderness last time. How could I not be afraid?"
"What did you say? How did you know he was a craftsman?"
Wang Jiajia looked around cautiously and whispered: "Sister Mu said that. Sister Mu told me a long time ago that there is something wrong with Lin Sheng. He was the one who kidnapped me last time."
"When did Madam Mu tell you?"
"Well, it was when I was learning makeup from her. Sister Mu's guess was really accurate. Someone would really be unfavorable to me."
"You mean, you knew someone was going to kidnap you?"
Wang Jiajia nodded: "Well, I'm sorry, Brother Jianghu, for making you worry. Sister Mu originally told me not to tell you, but I have been lying to you for so long, and I have always felt bad."
I found it incredible: "Why? Why did Mrs. Mu want you to lie to me? What else are you hiding from me?" This chapter has been completed!