Chapter 251 - Chapter 251: Chapter 238: Half Mad with Anger (1/2)

Chapter 251: Chapter 238: Half Mad with Anger

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A person facing death doesn’t have many options. Some people look at him as if he were an ant to be stepped on at will. In that case, he may as well let them know that even an ant, when provoked, can deliver a painful bite.

Du Yingwei clenched his fists.

At the round table in the Magistrate’s residence’s backyard, Chu Jinnian was peacefully appreciating the moon while sipping his tea.

The moon bathed the scene in a dizzying glow. The tea was also excellent, with a fresh, crisp fragrance that was utterly delicious.

“Sir,” Jing Zhao, who had hurried back, said, “Magistrate Du has something to report to you.”

“I see,” Chu Jinnian said, lips curled. “Bring Magistrate Du to the backyard.

“Yes, sir,” Jing Zhao bowed in agreement, wearing a smile. “I suspected something was off with the prison guard and kept an eye on him. If Du Yingwei failed to notice, I could stop him immediately, but I didn’t expect Du to be so alert and detect the anomaly.”

“Du Yingwei is always wary of Mr. Wei, and he’s constantly strategizing in his heart. He came from a humble background, and his sole ambition was to rise above. Unfortunately, he strayed down the wrong path and was enlisted by Mr. Wei. He’s been working diligently for Mr. Wei, always aspiring to make progress.”

“Looking at Du’s modest lifestyle, it’s evident that all his earnings go to Mr. Wei. A man as ambitious and calculating as him, with such deep-rooted political strategies, is likely to make even Mr. Wei wary. This would explain how Du earned his keep but was never entrusted with any real tasks.”

“Du Yingwei has been working for Mr. Wei for many years and, surely, must suspect something. He probably just doesn’t want to acknowledge it. When I mentioned this, he became even more thoughtful, grasping the situation.”

Chu Jinnian responded, “Bring him here first. I want to hear what he has to say.”

“Yes, sir.” Jing Zhao left to carry out the order.

The situation in Shouchun seemed to be progressing smoothly.

Some people’s self-perceived cleverness was playing right into his hands.

Chu Jinnian reached out and drained the tea from his cup.

Early morning, at the first hint of dawn.

Zhuang Qingning got up as usual, washed up, cleaned the courtyard, and began preparing breakfast.

The moment she opened the courtyard door, Zhuang Jingye came running enthusiastically, “Qingning, Qingning, do you still have seed beans?” “Building chief, are you implying that your house has already distributed all its beans?” Zhuang Qingning raised her eyebrows.

“Yes!” Zhuang Jingye nodded vigorously, a wide grin on his face. “We didn’t just run out, we still owe several households.”

“After the bean seeds were distributed yesterday, they sprouted roots. The thick leaves and sturdy roots imply good prospects. All those who were hesitant before are no longer in doubt, and those who had already taken their seeds thought about getting more. This lead to a shortage of seeds.”