Chapter 51: Magic Power

Just as they were about to split up, Tang Jinghong suddenly stopped and said, “Qingzhi, can you do me a favor?”

Chu Qingzhi said without hesitation, “Of course.”

The scene of Chu Qingzhi’s fingertips flashing and Rong Yufan telling the truth appeared in Tang Jinghong’s mind. “Help me interrogate the mole I caught last time.”

The mole refused to speak no matter what. He had used all kinds of torture methods. If he continued to torture him, he would probably die.

Chu Qingzhi raised her eyes. “This should be something confidential. Why did you ask me to interrogate him?”

Tang Jinghong narrowed his eyes. “Because only you can make him speak.”

Chu Qingzhi thought that it seemed like Tang Jinghong had discovered another secret of hers. “Since you trust me so much, I’ll help you. Let’s go.”

Tang Jinghong smiled faintly. This little girl looked carefree, but she was actually more sensitive than anyone else. Her adoptive parents made the worst decision in their life to abandon her.

The two of them used their Light-body Technique to arrive at the military camp.

Unexpectedly, Fang Zerong was waiting at the entrance of the military camp. He hoped that Chu Qingzhi would come back with Tang Jinghong.

Much to his surprise, he saw the person he wanted to see.

He strode forward and bowed respectfully. “Miss Chu.”

Chu Qingzhi sized up Fang Zerong. “You want to learn medicine from me?”

Fang Zerong was stunned for a moment before nodding vigorously. “I want, I’m willing to be your disciple.”

The enthusiasm in Fang Zerong’s eyes was so strong that Chu Qingzhi found it hard to say no. However, she really didn’t want to take in a disciple. “I don’t accept disciples, but you can ask me any medical questions. I’ll answer them for you.”

Fang Zerong was a little disappointed, but he immediately felt that it was alright. It was already good that he was not completely rejected. “Thank you, Miss Chu.”

Chu Qingzhi nodded at him and said to Tang Jinghong, “Let’s go.”

Tang Jinghong brought Chu Qingzhi to the tent where the mole was imprisoned.

The tent was decorated like a prison cell. All kinds of torture devices were lined up. They were bloody and reflected red light. It gave people goosebumps.

A young man was tied to the torture rack. His body was covered in whip marks, and some of them were still bleeding. His head was lowered and his breathing was weak.

The two soldiers guarding the mole bowed to Tang Jinghong and left the tent.

Tang Jinghong placed one hand behind his back and stood up straight. His eyes were solemn. “Qingzhi, he’s the mole.”

Chu Qingzhi looked at the mole and clicked her tongue. “He was up and kicking when you caught him. Now, he’s been tortured half to death.”

Tang Jinghong hated people who colluded with the enemy and betrayed their country. “If he wasn’t so tight-lipped, his corpse would probably be stinking by now.”

Chu Qingzhi nodded in agreement. In this society, traitors were the most unforgivable. “General, what do you want to ask?”

Tang Jinghong’s expression turned very serious, and there was a sharpness in his eyes. “Ask him who instructed him to steal the distribution map of the capital’s army?”

Chu Qingzhi cast the Truth Mantra. Since Tang Jinghong had already discovered it, there was no need to hide it.

After casting, she asked, “Who sent you?”

The mole struggled to keep his mouth shut, but he couldn’t fight back the urge to speak. “It’s the King of the Northern Borderline.”

There was no expression on Tang Jinghong’s face as he asked anxiously, “Why does the King of the Northern Borderline want the map of the distribution of the army in the capital?”

The mole dug his fingers into his palm to resist the urge to speak, and bright red blood flowed down. He said in pain, “The Lord of the Northern Border doesn’t want to hand over his military power, but the Emperor is determined to take back the military power of the various vassals, so he wants to rebel.”

Tang Jinghong asked, “Why did you listen to the Lord of the Northern Borderline?”

The mole roared like a trapped beast. “He detained everyone in my family. If I don’t listen to him, he will kill my entire family.”

At this moment, a soldier rushed over. “General, the warehouse on the right of our camp is on fire.”

Chu Qingzhi immediately said, “They set it on fire just to lure us away so that they can rescue the mole.”

Tang Jinghong immediately instructed, “Let’s beat them in their own game. Let them take the mole away.” Otherwise, if the Lord of the Northern Borderline knew that his secret was exposed, he might go all out.

The soldier cupped his hands. “Yes, General.”

Tang Jinghong brought Chu Qingzhi to the burning warehouse.

Recently, there had been a drought and the military camp was short of water. Before the other party set fire to the warehouse, they had poured all the water in the water tank. Seeing that the fire was getting bigger and bigger, some soldiers were so anxious that tears streamed down their faces.

A soldier asked, “General, there’s no water to put out the fire. What should we do now?”

Tang Jinghong did not have a good solution for the time being. Putting out the fire had always been a big problem.

Chu Qingzhi watched as the food was burned. She couldn’t bear to see so much food being wasted and secretly cast a spell to extinguish the fire. 90% of the food was saved.

Seeing the fire suddenly extinguished, Tang Jinghong stared at Chu Qingzhi from the side, his heart filled with curiosity.

This was definitely not something that a mortal could achieve. Chu Qingzhi was clearly an ordinary girl. Why did she have such a magical power?

Chu Qingzhi turned around and looked into Tang Jinghong’s eyes. She could read his thoughts clearly. She asked half-jokingly, “Will you tell everyone my secret?”

Tang Jinghong’s reaction was completely different from what she had expected. His expression was extremely serious. “Qingzhi, you’re not allowed to casually display this magic power in the future, do you hear me?”

Chu Qingzhi thought that Tang Jinghong would want to use her. After all, in the modern cultivation world, people would use and even kill each other just for some small gains.

She did not expect Tang Jinghong to be worried about her and afraid that she would bring calamity upon herself if she displayed her power casually.

She nodded with a smile. “I’ll do as you say.”

Tang Jinghong heaved a sigh of relief. This little girl was too extraordinary. If she was discovered to have such ability, he might not be able to protect her.

Little did the general know that Chu Qingzhi didn’t need anyone to protect her.

The soldiers watched in a daze as the fire was extinguished. They felt extremely blessed and did not have any doubts. After all, who would have thought that magic power would actually exist?

Tang Jinghong gave some instructions and left the military camp with Chu Qingzhi, sending her back to the mountain.

“Tomorrow, I’ll wait for you at the entrance of the county. I’ll go to the county office with you.”

Chu Qingzhi nodded. “Okay.”

Tang Jinghong returned to the military camp and immediately sent a secret letter to General Fan.

He did not want to participate in the matters of the imperial court. It was easy to get himself killed. He was in the same boat as General Fan now. It was best to tell General Fan the secret the mole gave away.

The next morning, Chu Qingzhi went to the county office after settling the matters at home. She planned to bring Shen Ruyue out of prison openly.

As promised, Tang Jinghong was waiting at the entrance of the county. He stood tall and handsome.. “Have you eaten?

Chapter 52: Case Overturned

Chu Qingzhi nodded and asked with concern, “What about you?”

“Me too, but I was worried that you didn’t eat, so I specially bought some for you.” Tang Jinghong handed her the breakfast he had bought for Chu Qingzhi.

Chu Qingzhi lowered her head and looked at the breakfast. She suddenly felt sweet inside.

She glanced at Tang Jinghong and took the breakfast. “Thank you.”

A smile appeared in Tang Jinghong’s eyes. “Eat while walking? Or do you want to find a place to sit and eat before leaving?”

“Let’s eat while walking.” Chu Qingzhi thought to herself. No wonder girls liked to date mature men. It felt good to be taken care of. However, if she had known that Tang Jinghong would buy breakfast for her, she wouldn’t have eaten breakfast.

Worried that Chu Qingzhi might choke on the food while walking, Tang Jinghong slowed his pace.

When they reached the county office, Chu Qingzhi finished her breakfast. She touched her stomach and felt a little bloated. n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

A sedan chair was carried to the county office, and a graceful woman got out.

The servant girl helped the woman into the county office.

When the woman saw Chu Qingzhi, she glared at her fiercely. Her eyes were filled with ferocity, as if she harbored a deep hatred for Chu Qingzhi.

Chu Qingzhi was confused. Did she ever offend that woman?

After the woman walked to the front, Tang Jinghong whispered to Chu Qingzhi, “That woman is Rong Yufan’s mother.”

Chu Qingzhi was enlightened. She had sent her son to prison last night. No wonder this woman treated her like an enemy. She was indeed her enemy!

Tang Jinghong then said, “Qingzhi, I’ll be on your side. You don’t have to be afraid of anything.”

Chu Qingzhi smiled at Tang Jinghong. “Do I look like someone who’s afraid?” She exuded a confident glow and looked very eye-catching.

Tang Jinghong smiled. “No.” She looked like a beautiful jade covered in a mysterious veil.

When they entered the county office, the county magistrate happened to come out of the inner hall. He was accompanied by a refined secretary. There were imposing constables standing on both sides of the hall. The atmosphere was solemn, making people feel afraid.

The county magistrate cupped his hands at Tang Jinghong and bowed. “General.”

Tang Jinghong raised his hand slightly. “Just handle the case. Don’t worry about me.”

The county magistrate instructed a servant, “Bring a chair and tea for the general.”

The servant immediately fetched a chair.

Tang Jinghong sat on the chair calmly and took a sip of tea, exuding a dignified aura.

Madam Rong looked at Tang Jinghong in surprise and thought to herself, No wonder Chu Qingzhi can send my son to prison. It turns out that the general is supporting her.

How could Chu Qingzhi be so close to the general?

Her gaze suddenly darkened as she made a malicious guess. Could it be that Chu Qingzhi was shameless and slept with the general?

That must be the case. Chu Qingzhi was dressed like a peasant girl. Other than her young body, what else could the general like about her?

One after another, many madams entered the county office. Everyone looked at each other, not knowing why the county magistrate had invited them.

The county magistrate glanced at the madams and asked Madam Shen, “Madam Shen, are these madams your close friends?”

Madam Shen nodded, feeling a little uneasy. “Your Lordship, please tell us what we are here for. We don’t know anything. We’re really scared.”

The county magistrate nodded. “Madam, calm down.”

The county magistrate then instructed, “Bring Shen Ruyue here.”

The constable cupped his fists. “Yes, my lord.”

The madams looked at each other. Who was Shen Ruyue?

Only Madam Shen and Madam Zhang remembered Shen Ruyue. However, both of them were puzzled. What happened to Shen Ruyue?

Shen Ruyue was brought into the court with disheveled hair and a dirty face. She looked around and finally felt relieved when she saw Chu Qingzhi.

She was very worried that Chu Qingzhi was lying to her. She did not sleep last night and had waited until now.

She knelt in the center of the court. “Greetings, my lord.”

The county magistrate said, “Miss Chu feels that your case is misjudged and is willing to overturn it for you. When I ask you questions later, you must answer them truthfully.”

Shen Ruyue replied hurriedly, “Yes, my lord..

Chapter 53: Case Overturned 2

When the madams heard this, they understood why the county magistrate had invited them here. However, when they heard that the case would be tried again, they were puzzled.

Madam Zhang said displeasedly, “My lord, the fact that] Shen Ruyue poisoned me is undeniable. What else is there to interrogate?”

The county magistrate looked at Madam Zhang. “Madam, don’t be anxious. You’ll know in a while.”

He turned to Chu Qingzhi and said, “Miss Chu, I’ll leave the rest to you.”

Chu Qingzhi bowed to the county magistrate and then to Madam Zhang. “I’m Shen Ruyue’s friend. After hearing Shen Ruyue’s words last night, I felt that she had been wronged, so I wanted to overturn her case.”

Madam Zhang looked at Chu Qingzhi, who was dressed like a farm girl, and was full of disdain for her. She said in an unfriendly tone, “What’s there to overturn? She was the one who poisoned her.”

Chu Qingzhi said, “She didn’t do it.”

Madam Zhang rolled her eyes at Chu Qingzhi. “If she didn’t do it, then who did? Arc you implying that I poisoned myself?”

Chu Qingzhi said unexpectedly, “Exactly. You poisoned yourself.”

Tang Jinghong raised his eyebrows with interest.

Madam Zhang berated, “Nonsense!”

Chu Qingzhi said calmly, “Madam Zhang, don’t be anxious. Although you poisoned yourself, you weren’t aware of it either.”

Madam Zhang composed herself. “What do you mean?”

Chu Qingzhi asked confidently, “Madam Zhang, may I ask if you ate crabs the day you were poisoned?”

Crabs were not a specialty of Shuiyun County. Moreover, they were seafood that only nobles could cat.

Madam Zhang thought about it carefully. “How did you know?”

Chu Qingzhi turned around and said to the county magistrate, “Your Lordship, the case has been solved.”

The county magistrate was dumbfounded, but he maintained a calm expression. “Chu Qingzhi, tell me in detail.”

Tang Jinghong did not understand cither. She only asked a question. How was the case solved?

Chu Qingzhi glanced at Shen Ruyue. “You’ll be poisoned if you eat crabs and persimmons together. That day, Madam Zhang ate crabs at noon and ate persimmons in the afternoon. That’s why she was poisoned.”

Madam Rong scolded, “You’re full of nonsense. One is meat and another is fruit. How can eating them together be poisonous?”

“Let me explain it to you…”

“Carrot can’t be eaten with oranges, celery can’t be eaten with cucumbers, pork can’t be eaten with chrysanthemums…” Chu Qingzhi made more than ten examples in one go.

Everyone was stunned.

Chu Qingzhi took a deep breath. “If you still don’t believe me, I’ll do an experiment for you.”

She turned around and asked Tang Jinghong, “General, can you get crabs and persimmons?”

The magistrate wiped his sweat. “There’s no need to look for it. I have it in my residence. I’ll send someone to get it immediately.”

Chu Qingzhi smiled. She knew that the county magistrate had it. Last night, she smelled crabs on the county magistrate. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have come without bringing some crabs.

Upon receiving the order, the servant immediately went and soon returned with the items. n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

Chu Qingzhi looked at the crabs and persimmons and said, “Now, we need a test subject.”

Shen Ruyue suddenly said, “Qingzhi, let me do it.”

Chu Qingzhi hesitated for a moment and agreed. “Then eat the crabs and persimmons together. But don’t worry, I have the antidote. I’ll save you.”

Shen Ruyue trusted Chu Qingzhi completely and immediately ate the food.

Everyone looked at her intently. After a while, the symptoms of poisoning appeared.

Shen Ruyue’s face began to turn pale, and her lips turned purple. She was showing signs of vomiting, looking like she had been poisoned.

Madam Zhang looked at Shen Ruyue in shock. “She looks exactly the same as when I was poisoned.”

Chu Qingzhi quickly took out a pill from her bag. It was the antidote she had prepared and fed it to Shen Ruyue.

After taking the pill, Shen Ruyue slowly recovered.

Chu Qingzhi said to the county magistrate, “My lord, you have also seen it for yourself. Madam Zhang’s poisoning has nothing to do with Shen Ruyue.”

The county magistrate looked at Chu Qingzhi in admiration. She was an expert at solving cases. “Madams, do you have any objections?”

Everyone was shocked by the scene just now. It turned out that eating two types of food together could really be poisonous.

Seeing that no one was saying anything, the county magistrate continued, “The evidence proves that Shen Ruyue didn’t poison Madam Zhang. Therefore, I announce that Shen Ruyue is acquitted.”

Shen Ruyue clenched her fists nervously and looked at Chu Qingzhi. She was so touched that tears flowed down her face. “Qingzhi, thank you.”

Chu Qingzhi helped Shen Ruyue up. “Come home with me.”

Shen Ruyue nodded happily. “Okay.”

When Shen Ruyue was sent to prison, Madam Shen had already cut ties with this servant girl of hers. Now, she had no right to take back Shen Ruyue.

After hearing the county magistrate’s verdict, Madam Shen stood up and left with her servant girls.

The other madams also left one after another.

Chu Qingzhi said to Tang Jinghong, “Jinghong, do you know where there’s a bathhouse? I’ll bring Ruyue to wash up and change before going back.”

Tang Jinghong’s eyes were filled with admiration as he stood up. “Follow me.”

When they arrived at the bathhouse, Chu Qingzhi said, “Ruyue, go in and take a shower first. I’ll buy you a set of clothes. Let’s go back clean and leave the past in the past.”

Shen Ruyue was filled with gratitude. “Ok, I’ll listen to you.”

? ? The three of them walked to the entrance of the county.

Tang Jinghong stopped in his tracks. “I’m going to the military camp, so I won’t send you back.”

Chu Qingzhi blinked her bright eyes. “Come to my house for dinner tomorrow. I’ll personally make a feast to entertain you.”

“Okay, I’ll definitely come.” Tang Jinghong nodded with a smile. “By the way, Qingzhi, I’ll get someone to go to your house to get the ice cream bars in the afternoon.”

Chu Qingzhi nodded, “Got it.."

Chapter 54: Loyal Housekeeper

On the way back, Shen Ruyue asked carefully, “Miss, do you want to give me a name?” Chu Qingzhi was now her master. It was time for her to call her Miss.

Chu Qingzhi was confused. “Why do you want me to give you a name?”

Shen Ruyue said in a low voice, “Giving a name is a gift from the Master to the servant.”

Chu Qingzhi understood now. Shen Ruyue thought that she was going to treat her as a servant girl.” You are not a servant. Instead, you’ll be my housekeeper. I’m busy every day. You have to help me.”

She had always wanted to slack off, but in reality, she was as busy as a dog!

Shen Ruyue quickly expressed her loyalty. “I’ll do everything you say.”

Chu Qingzhi was very satisfied with Shen Ruyue’s attitude. “When I get back, I’ll find herbs to treat your illness. From now on, you’re a member of my family. By the way, I have to think of an identity for you.”

Shen Ruyue waited silently without asking.

Chu Qingzhi thought for a moment and said, “Ruyue, when we go back, tell them that you came from afar to Shuiyun County to look for your family, but your family moved away. You’re the only one left now. You have no family and no one to rely on. I saw that you were pitiful, so I brought you home.”

Shen Ruyue was so touched that tears welled up in her eyes. “Miss, I understand.”

Chu Qingzhi felt awkward when she heard “Miss”. “You don’t have to call me Miss. Calling me Miss in the village is pretentious. Call me by my name.”

Shen Ruyue chuckled. “Yes, Qingzhi.”

Chu Qingzhi turned to look at Shen Ruyue. Shen Ruyue was a natural beauty, but whether or not she was smart remained a question. “I’ll nurture you well.”

Shen Ruyue smiled with tears in her eyes. “Qingzhi, I’ll learn diligently. I’ll always remember your kindness.”

Chu Qingzhi nodded. “Good.”

In Chu Village.

The children were playing at the entrance of the village. Among them was Chu Junbao, who waved at Chu Qingzhi and shouted enthusiastically, “Sister Qingzhi, you’re back?”

Chu Qingzhi took out a handful of candy from her bag. “Good kids. I brought candy for you.”

The children immediately surrounded her and thanked her with smiles. “Thank you, Sister Qingzhi.”

Chu Qingzhi smiled. “Don’t be naughty.”

The group of children admired Chu Qingzhi very much and replied in unison, “Sister Qingzhi, we understand.”

When Shen Ruyue saw this, she smiled brightly. It seemed that living in the village was not bad.

Chu Qingzhi said to Shen Ruyue, “Let’s go. My house is over there.”

After walking for a while, Shen Ruyue saw many people coming in and out of a house in front of her. It seemed that everyone in the village had gathered in this house. It was very lively. “Qingzhi, is there someone in the village holding a banquet?”

Chu Qingzhi explained as she walked, “It’s not a banquet. That’s my family. My family is doing business. They’re villagers who are working for me.”

Shen Ruyue was enlightened. “Qingzhi, I understand why you want me to be the housekeeper now.”

Chu Qingzhi said, “Work hard. I won’t treat you badly.”

Shen Ruyue nodded solemnly

Chu Qingzhi patted Shen Ruyue’s shoulder. “Good.”

It was only noon, but the weather was already very hot. Everyone was so busy that they were sweating.

Chu Xuhua brought Chu Third to pick pears.

Chu Qingyue was making clothes. Chu Qingzhi asked Chu Qingyue to make the first batch of clothes as soon as possible so that they could open the shop. Hence, Chu Qingyue got busy with her favorite thing… making clothes.

Chu Qingning wanted to learn medicine, but before that, she still needed to learn a lot of words, so for the time being, she helped to work in the backyard.

The other young ones were also helping and checking on everyone to see if anyone was slacking off.

As for the four elders, some were busy tending to the fields. As villagers, fields could not be neglected. Some were busy with the kitchen and preparing food for the family.

After Chu Qingzhi returned home, she told Shen Ruyue about the situation at home and introduced her to everyone.

When the four elders heard about Shen Ruyue’s background, they felt that she was very pitiful, so they readily accepted her.

In any case, there was no shortage of food at home. It was fine to raise another girl. She could also help with the work.

When Shen Ruyue found out that Chu Qingzhi was in the ice cream bar business, she was stunned. It took her a while to come back to her senses and she admired Chu Qingzhi even more.

If it were anyone else who had obtained the Divine Stone, they would have gone to the capital to make a killing. It had to be known that the capital did not lack anything except ice. Even if they did not sell ice, the price of the Divine Stone would be astronomical. However, Qingzhi did not have such ambition. Her temperament was too rare.

Shen Ruyue took on the job as the housekeeper and relieved the burden on Chu Qingzhi.

As she promised, Chu Qingzhi quickly found the herbs to treat Shen Ruyue.

Chu Qingzhi came to the stable and applied medicine on the horse. Under her care, the horse was gradually healthier.

The day before yesterday, the horse did not see Chu Qingzhi and almost smashed the stable. It kept neighing and only calmed down in the middle of the night.

Now that it saw Chu Qingzhi, it snuggled into Chu Qingzhi’s arms, wishing that Chu Qingzhi could hug it and pat it.

Chu Qingzhi smiled and touched the horse’s face. “Be good. When you recover, I’ll take you out for a spin.”

The horse neighed and was especially happy.

After taking the medicine, Shen Ruyue looked much better. She walked over and touched the horse’s back. “Qingzhi, this horse is so impressive!”

Chu Qingzhi smiled slightly. “Not only is it impressive, but it’s also very intelligent. It can understand human language.”

Shen Ruyue was surprised. “Qingzhi, where did this horse come from?”

“I picked it up.” Chu Qingzhi leaned closer to Shen Ruyue and whispered, “But no one believed me.”

Shen Ruyue looked at Chu Qingzhi in shock. “I believe what you say.”

Chu Qingzhi threw two handfuls of grass to the horse. “Ruyue, why are you looking for me?”

Shen Ruyue immediately reported with a serious look on her face, “The 5,000 ice cream bars General wanted are ready. I’m here to inform you of this.”

Chu Qingzhi gave Shen Ruyue an approving look. “I’ll go take a look.”

There was a huge shed built in the backyard of the house. Chu Qingzhi cast a spell in the shed. It was not hot at all. Instead, it was cool.

The shed was divided into two parts. One part was used to make ice cream bars, and the other part was used to store the ice cream bars.

The ice cream bars were neatly placed in the boxes that Chu Qingzhi had cast a spell on. Otherwise, it would have melted long ago on such a hot day.

As she walked into the storeroom, she felt a chill. n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

Shen Ruyue suggested, “Qingzhi, I think we can build a workshop after selling this batch of ice cream bars. We can formalize the business and think of other businesses in the future. It’s best if we can operate all year round.”

Chu Qingzhi was impressed by this idea. “Sure. Draw up a plan for me to see.”

Shen Ruyue nodded. “I’ll do it later "

Chapter 55: What Are Your Dreams?

Chu Qingzhi released her divine sense and scanned every box. Very good, they were all done according to her instructions. “Ruyue, what are your dreams?”

Shen Ruyue knew that Chu Qingzhi did not like it when people answered her question perfunctorily, so she said what was on her mind. “I want to have my own courtyard, a hundred acres of fertile land, a sum of money, and marry a good husband.”

This was quite pragmatic… Chu Qingzhi asked, “Is there anything else?”

Shen Ruyue shook her head. “No.”

Chu Qingzhi suddenly smiled slyly. “What do you think of my brother?”

Shen Ruyue blushed. Her oval face seemed to be covered with a layer of red rouge. She whispered shyly, “Qingzhi, you must be joking with me.”

Chu Qingzhi waved her hand. “I’m not joking with you. It’s good if you become my sister-in-law. If Big Brother is interested, these businesses will be handed over to him sooner or later. You can help him as his wife.”

Shen Ruyue was shocked. “Qingzhi, you worked so hard for this. Are you going to hand everything over to your brother just like that?”

Chu Qingzhi said calmly, “That’s right. I don’t care about these things. I’m only doing this to let the family live a better life.”

Shen Ruyue admired Chu Qingzhi from the bottom of her heart. “Qingzhi, you’re the only person I’ve ever seen who’s clearly capable but is not ambitious.”

Chu Qingzhi was someone who was on the path to become an immortal, so she naturally did not care about these material possessions. Chu Qingzhi smiled. “I have ambitions too, but not for these things.”

Shen Ruyue did not understand Chu Qingzhi’s words, but it did not stop her from admiring her. “Qingzhi, I’ll follow your lead from now on.”

Chu Qingzhi nodded. “Do your job well. I’ll help you realize your dreams one by one.”

Shen Ruyue pursed her lips and smiled. “Thank you, Qingzhi.”

In the afternoon, a convoy entered the village and went straight to Chu Qingzhi’s house.

These people all exuded righteous aura, making them impossible to be ignored.

When the villagers saw them, they stopped to watch.

“Qingzhi’s big business is here.”

“Only Qingzhi has the ability to attract such a big customer. If it were us, we wouldn’t even think about it.”

“That’s why we’re the ones working for Qingzhi.”

Chu Qingzhi heard the commotion and walked out of the house. “Are you sent by the general?”

The leader was a young general. He cupped his hands at Chu Qingzhi. “Miss Chu, the general only gave us two hours. I wonder if the things are ready?”

“It’s all ready.” Chu Qingzhi waved at everyone. “Come in. I’ll get them to carry the boxes for you.”

The young general hesitated for a moment before waving at his subordinates. “Follow me.”

Everyone obeyed and entered the house. The sun was too hot outside, so it was good to have a place to hide and rest.

Chu Qingzhi immediately asked Shen Ruyue to get people to carry the boxes out while she went to get some pear juice ice cream bars. “Everyone, you’ve worked hard. Eat an ice cream bar to get cool.”

She smiled and said, “Don’t worry, I won’t tell your general. Hurry up and eat.”

The soldiers, who were restrained and ill at ease, gradually relaxed and took the ice cream bar. Nôv(el)B\\jnn

The young general couldn’t help but smile. “Thank you, Miss Chu.”

Chu Qingzhi waved her hand. “Don’t mention it. There are stools. You can take a seat. When the boxes are loaded, I’ll come over and tell you.”

From their place, they could see the entire process of the boxes being loaded, so they did not reject Chu Qingzhi’s good intentions.

The Chu family had never seen such a scene before. They squeezed into the shed nervously and helped everyone work.

When Li Qingyu saw Chu Qingzhi coming to the backyard, she immediately pulled her over and asked softly, “Qingzhi, who are they?”

Chu Qingzhi said mysteriously, “They’re the big clients I found. They’re powerful and can’t be offended.”

She did not intend to say that they were from the military camp. Before coming, they specially disguised themselves because they did not want others to know their identity.

When Li Qingyu heard this, she was excited and nervous. “You said that someone ordered 5,000 ice cream bars. Is it them?”

Chu Qingzhi nodded. “They will come to get the goods every day. If I’m not around, you have to treat them well, just like I did..”