When the carriage arrived at Uncle Chang’s house, several Xiu Luo Envoys had already surrounded it.
The house was a single-entry dwelling, not large, but well-equipped and in a good location.
An elderly soldier could own such a residence, which was quite rare in Great Chu.
Bai Zhi’er was just carried down from the carriage by Feng Fuce.
When they heard an elderly voice scolding from inside—
"You bully because I’m blind in one eye and la in one leg, trying to seize my family’s wealth? Don’t underestimate my old bones, I can still beat you all with ease!"
Lei Hu cupped his fists and explained, "Old man, we are here by the Emperor’s order, to investigate whether your governnt allowances are appropriate."
Uncle Chang beca even more agitated.
"What do you an, do you think I am capable of corruption? What I have now, was given by the governnt, not stolen!"
Feng Fuce led Bai Zhi’er inside and responded coldly, "It must be investigated first to be clear."
The little one blinked her big eyes, seeing an elderly man with greying beard, leaning on a crutch, standing in the courtyard.
He looked at the uninvited guests who barged into the house, his face red with anger.
Even seeing Bai Zhi’er, Uncle Chang showed confusion, then withdrew his gaze.
He looked at Feng Fuce and snorted, "Marquis Wan, isn’t it? I’ve heard much about you. Even my useless old bones are worth a visit from the Marquis."
"Not worth it. If it wasn’t because the Princess wanted to co, this Marquis wouldn’t have co personally." Facing the old man’s impolite words, Feng Fuce replied very coldly and bluntly.
Uncle Chang paused, then beca a bit angry, "You!"
He looked again at the milk-white adorable little child.
"Princess?" Uncle Chang still full of hostility, gave a perfunctory bow.
Under the porch stood two servants, probably usually serving the old man, now trembling and kneeling, calling out "Long live the Princess," but daring not to lift their heads.
In just a mont, Bai Zhi’er had already looked around the courtyard briefly.
Just an ordinary old man’s ho!
Uncle Chang seed to be convinced these people were bad, specifically coming to confiscate his house.
He leaned on his crutch and said angrily, "Since the Princess has also co, I, a weak commoner, am even more powerless to resist. Take whatever you wish!"
"After all, I’ve fought for Great Chu for years, only to end up like this, I can only accept my fate!"
Bai Zhi’er said softly, "Grandpa Chang, don’t worry, we are not here to take your things."
Uncle Chang looked at her.
This little girl, so cute with eyes as bright as big black grapes.
Compared to the stern-faced Marquis Wan, Uncle Chang found Bai Zhi’er more trustworthy.
He couldn’t help but ask suspiciously, "If not for confiscating my house, then why are you here?"
Suddenly, an arrogant voice ca from the doorway—
"Naturally, to convict you of your cris!"
Everyone turned to look.
Seeing the Minister of Revenue lifting his robe as he entered.
"Greetings to the Princess and Lord Marquis."
Bai Zhi’er frowned.
This Uncle Minister, why is he interfering on his own?
The Minister of Revenue glared at Uncle Chang and said, "You, an old man with no children, have such a large house and two maidservants serving you. Your life is quite comfortable."
"Ha, little did we know we have long uncovered your secrets. Every month, you collect over thirty extra taels from the governnt, and sohow, you acquired ten acres of fertile land!"
"Today, we ca for this matter! Now with conclusive evidence, Marquis, you should imdiately have this person arrested and imprisoned!"
User Comments
0 comments from readers