ebookland Chapter 442 The Young Marquis is Gone
Chapter 442 The Young Marquis is Gone
Lu Qingchen looked up and stared intently at Wen Zhu, her voice as cold as frost in the dead of winter, "I have already given her the divorce papers, she is no longer the wife."
"Sir, how could you treat Madam like this?"
Wen Zhu knew his master's feelings for his wife, and he also knew how heavy that frivolous divorce agreement was in his master's heart. He used to think it was his master's one-sided devotion, but only now did he realize that his wife was not without feelings for him. She was protecting him from behind and had a far-reaching plan. How could two people who were doing so well end up at the end?
“Wenzhu! I now realize that not all feelings can be reciprocated. Letting go of her before we grow tired of each other is also letting go of myself.”
"Sir, you'll regret this." He didn't know how to persuade him, he just hoped he could stop his master from acting impulsively.
"Regret? No, it's just that it's not fun."
Lu Qingchen picked up his luggage and strode away. Wen Zhu hurriedly asked, "Master, where are you going?"
He looked up and recited: "I drift and I am wild, like a crane wandering the four directions. If I can return alive from the border, I should see every inch of the Longyuan Kingdom's territory."
"Don't go, sir, wait a moment. I'll go ask Madam and tell you the truth." Wen Zhu shouted at his back, then disappeared into the night in a few flashes.
Lu Qingchen had no interest in his so-called truth and left without lingering.
When Wen Zhu found Qin Miaoxi, she was also packing her bags.
"Madam, are you leaving too?"
Qin Miaoxi was taken aback. "Oh, who else left?"
"Yes, sir. He's heading to the border."
"Why? Has the Emperor issued an edict?"
"No, it was Master who requested it."
"Nonsense!" Qin Miaoxi angrily threw down the bundle in her hand. "Where is he now?"
Unfortunately, by the time they arrived, the place was already deserted. Qin Miaoxi trembled with anger. What had she done for? It had all been ruined by this heartless spoiled brat.
The guard who went out to search for the man returned to report, "Madam, we did not find the Marquis's carriage along the way."
Wen Zhu paced anxiously, "Madam, what should we do now?"
Qin Miaoxi pondered for a moment, then made orderly arrangements, "Continue the pursuit. Investigate all the routes to the border. We will surely find the Marquis's whereabouts. Also, do not reveal that the Marquis is going to the border. Under no circumstances should the Emperor know. The Marquis's residence has been damaged recently, so we are closing our doors to visitors."
"Yes."
With most of the people in the Marquis's mansion sent out to search for people, Qin Miaoxi did not hesitate to have Ziyan arrange for half of their manpower to come and protect the Marquis's mansion.
"Miss, this may not be appropriate."
"It's only a few days, I know what I'm doing." Once the Marquis's residence is safe, she will leave. There's no reason for someone who's already divorced to stay here.
In the following days, although the Hou residence closed its doors to visitors, the sounds of fighting and arguing could be heard every day, and there were many more neighbors eavesdropping.
Another argument was heard that day, and someone asked curiously, "Who's arguing in the Marquis's residence?"
"Of course it's the young marquis and his wife. They've been arguing for days and even had a few fights. It was really fierce."
"Yes! I heard that the young marquis was keeping a slut outside, and his wife found out, which is why the couple started fighting."
"Could all that commotion a few days ago be because of this?"
"Definitely. Lady Hou is a coroner. She deals with corpses every day. She can't be a nice person."
The person asking the question nodded thoughtfully, then quickly left the crowd and disappeared in a moment.
Five days later, the capital returned to peace. Those who were to behead were beheaded, and those who were to be exiled were exiled, while the Marquis's residence remained peaceful.
"Miss, are you really not taking anything?" Ziyan looked at the fully occupied bedroom with a sense of regret. These were all things that the young lady was used to using, and she was afraid she would feel uncomfortable not bringing them.
Qin Miaoxi took a deep look at the room. These were all things that Lu Qingchen had bought for her after they got married. In less than a year, she had gotten used to the things and the presence of that person. It was a pity that they were always just a little short of fate.
"It's fine as it is."
She left without looking back, taking with her her commission. As for the rest, whether she sold them or disposed of them, it was up to him to decide.
The two women were dressed casually, as if they were going out for a stroll. The servants in the manor thought they were just going out for a walk. Little did they know that this departure would be their last.
Back at the paper shop, the two were just about to tidy up when someone knocked on the door.
"Madam Hou!"
Qin Miaoxi looked up and saw that Eunuch Wu was dressed in the clothes of an ordinary person, with a bundle slung across his back. At first glance, he was really unrecognizable.
"Is Eunuch Wu all prepared?"
Since Eunuch Wu was banished to the Cold Palace, he has not only lived a hard life, but also had to be on guard against someone taking his life at any time. Qin Miaoxi then had Ziyan use a fake death scheme to bring him out.
Although there was no luxurious food and clothing in the palace, being alive was better than anything else.
Upon seeing her, Eunuch Wu knelt down and kowtowed in gratitude, saying, "Thank you so much, Madam Hou, for saving me. I am deeply grateful for your great kindness and virtue, and I am willing to stay by your side and serve you like a dog or a horse."
"Please get up. You've helped me a lot over the years, there's really no need for this."
Eunuch Wu was surprised, "I've only just met you, Madam, how could I possibly help you?"
Qin Miaoxi smiled but did not answer. She gave Ziyan a wink and handed her a delicate little bundle.
"No, Madam has already helped me too much; I cannot accept more."
"These are just some small things for the journey, please don't refuse, Father-in-law."
Unable to refuse such a generous offer, Eunuch Wu had no choice but to accept it, albeit reluctantly.
Before leaving, he said with a heavy heart, "If Madam Hou has time, please visit Princess Xinglan more often! Consider her a friend and go see her one last time."
"What do you mean by that, Eunuch Wu?" Qin Miaoxi frowned, her words giving her a bad feeling.
"Before I left the palace, I heard that Princess Xinglan had been placed under house arrest." He cautiously pointed upwards and said silently, "They want to seize military power."
At that moment, those fragmented pieces connected, and she was deeply moved. She nodded to him to show that she understood.
After seeing Eunuch Wu off, she immediately instructed Ziyan to contact her senior brothers and sisters, while she went to find Princess Xinglan.
She felt something different as soon as she arrived at the princess's mansion; it was a strange, deathly stillness.
She stepped forward and knocked on the door, and just as she opened it, she met Lu Shiya's personal maid.
"Lady Hou?"
Where is your princess?!
The maid's eyes reddened, and she suppressed her excitement as she said in a hoarse voice, "My lady is recuperating at home. Please come in, Madam Marquis."
Qin Miaoxi subconsciously quickened her pace, and when she arrived at the door of Lu Shiya's boudoir, she immediately smelled a strong herbal scent.
"Miss, the Lady of the Marquis has come to see you."
The moment the door was pushed open, a damp, musty smell mixed with a deathly aura rushed towards them, and there lay Lu Shiya lying weakly on the bed, her face pale.
"You've arrived? I'm sorry I can't get up to greet you."
"Lie down quickly." As she spoke, Qin Miaoxi had already taken her pulse; it was poison.
Meeting Lu Shiya's eyes, it was clear that she was aware of her situation.
"When did this happen?"
"On the day of collection."
"Do you still have his people in your household?"
Lu Shiya chuckled self-deprecatingly, "I thought everything was cleaned up, but I was just too arrogant."
"Although this poison is difficult to cure, there is a way. The Poison King is in the city."
Lu Shiya's eyes lit up. "Is there any medicine that makes someone look weak?"
"of course."
The two looked at each other and smiled, saying nothing.