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Zhao Zhang unwillingly answered, he was embarrassed to say it, it took him so much effort to get that bottle, but his master actually said he wanted to give it to him, so he didn't bring it with him, it wasn't like he was giving it to someone, it was such a good thing, even the palace doesn't need it.

Gu Yun smiled meaningfully. Why would he be reluctant to gift it to his own wife? However, this girl was too sincere at times, he did not know how to hide from her, and would only feel wronged.

If Zhao Zhang were to hear these words, he would definitely pinch his teeth. It was unknown where he got the nerve to say that he was ruthless to, but no one could compare to him. Xie Jingxi's tiny bit of suffering was nothing compared to him.

Gu Yun was currently on a boat, this boat could be considered his private boat. After just returning from supplying supplies, he was preparing to head to Tianjin Port. The cargo ship was right in front, so he casually followed behind it.

"Zhao Zhang, what are you arguing about?"

Zhao Zhang went out to look for information and reported, "Isn't it all because of the checkpoint? They've been in a tight spot recently, and we couldn't pass even if they were slightly interested. It is said that a civilian merchant ship didn't give us any, and was obstructing our way there to negotiate. Our ship was affected as well."

"Oh, but do you know where it came from?"

"I think he's from Hangzhou. Maybe he's from a small business. I wonder what's going on at the checkpoint. If I meet another rash fellow, I'm sure he'll die."

Gu Yun frowned: "There are so many things to learn outside, go take a look and see if it's possible to learn something."

This was also the meaning of the question. Since they met each other on the road, they didn't need to have many enemies if they could be handed over to a friend. Although this colleague didn't seem to be too enlightened, it was convenient for them.

After Zhao Zhang received the order, he boarded a small boat, and immediately went to the merchant ship that was blocking the checkpoint. This merchant ship was of a medium build and had a bit of family background, but it was not very big, especially in a place as rich as Jiangnan, it was even less so. Zhao Zhang reckoned that it had only been a short while since they started, and there had not been many trips to the water, so he did not know much about the things that happened on the river.

Zhao Zhang guessed correctly. The owner's name was Shen Huanzhi, and had only inherited the family business a few years ago.

"Since the ship ahead can pass, why can't I? I have access to all sorts of information, and I have no reason not to do so!"

When the soldiers met him, it was only because the Elementary Scholars had met with him that it was hard to explain. They had really never seen such a reckless young man before, so why did he give them so much money? How could you ever give them a single cent?

"This document of yours doesn't conform with the rules. Don't ask why, we're just following the rules."

"Then why don't you show me your constitution? What kind of constitution are you following?"

The officer looked at him with a smile that was not really a smile, but did not say a word. Zhao Zhang heard it and found it funny, this kind of person was something he had not seen for a long time, maybe he was someone he could meet.

Zhao Zhang's boat arrived at the checkpoint, and when the officer saw him, he immediately changed his face: "Hey, Master Zhao, why are you here?"

Zhao Zhang went over and patted on the soldiers' shoulders, "It's been hard on you all, there are so many ships coming and going, it's enough for you to be busy."

"That's right, you can't earn more than a few dollars and yet you're suffering from a fit of anger. To be able to meet someone like you, we won't have any problems."

"Of course, our lord has always been a weak person, and has prepared tea money for you." Of course, of course, our lord has always been a weak person, and has prepared tea money for you.

The official immediately understood the meaning of that, and immediately spoke politely to Shen Huanzhi: "So it's our own people, this lowly one has nothing to do with it, I will let you through now."

Shen Huanzhi still did not understand what happened, the soldiers immediately let him go, they were originally relying on him, but after thinking about the people on the boat, they decided to give up, and turned to Zhao Zhang and clasped their hands: "Brother, I am Shen Huanzhi, Yu Hang's man, if you need anything in the future, please speak."

"This humble one is Zhao Zhang, how could I possibly hold anything back? It is normal for me to have difficulties along the way, helping out would also be a good fate." Zhao Zhang had been on the streets for a long time, he knew what people were talking about, but the person in front of him had a refined and refined demeanor, and was someone he could meet. Just as he was about to say a few more words, an old woman suddenly walked out from the cabin.

The old mistress was dressed decently, but she was not expensive. She looked like she came from a small household, but her appearance was gentle and kind. She was brimming with vigor. Zhao Zhang was a good friend of his. From the looks of it, this old lady was not an ordinary person.

"So there's someone on board. Please forgive me for being rude."

"Brother Zhao, don't be so polite. My grandmother is visiting her family in the capital, and she is not a noble person."

"So Brother Shen is also entering the capital. Coincidentally, he is with our young master. I wonder which clan he is from?"

"Huanzhi." Zhao Zhang was interrupted by the old lady before he could even finish his words, "Is it okay now?"

The old lady's words were filled with energy, but due to Gu Yun's long illness, Zhao Zhang could tell that he was coughing and short of breath, which was not what he wanted to ask.

"I can do it. It's all thanks to this Brother Zhao."

"Oh, since we have the help of our benefactor, we have to thank him. Why don't we invite him to the boat to express our gratitude?"

However, the old lady was neither humble nor haughty, causing Zhao Zhang to have a good impression of her. "It's nothing much, there's more to the boat than that, why don't we meet again in the capital."

"That's fine." With the old lady in charge, Shen Huanzhi did not say anything. After thanking his repeatedly, he left first and returned to his own boat, reporting what had happened just now to Gu Yun.

"Cough cough?" Gu Yun's concern was always very strange, "I remember that we didn't bring any medicine on the ship to deliver to you. Since we're friends, we must tie the knot thoroughly."

Good heavens, Gu Yun clearly remembered everything, even the world would not be able to find any type of medicine when he took them out on the boat. With just his two lips, he gave them away so easily, which was why his grandfather had such a family background. He had to quickly marry a young mistress and bring back a housekeeper. Otherwise, no matter how wealthy he was, he wouldn't be able to handle this.

Zhao Zhang did not have any temper to take the medicine, their ship was extremely fast, and before long, they caught up to Shen Huanzhi's boat. In the end, they sent the medicine over, and when the old lady saw the medicine, his expression immediately became serious.

Just like this, Gu Yun escorted and escorted Shen Huanzhi the whole way, which was considered to be a smooth journey to Tianjin Port. Gu Yun still had some matters to take care of, so he did not return with Shen Huanzhi to the capital, and only secretly ordered Zhao Zhang to send people to escort them.

As for the reason why the Xie Clan wasn't at peace these past few days, it was because of Xie Jingxi's marriage.

That day, Xie Cen went straight to the Lady Xu when he returned home. The Lady Xu served him well as usual after he finished changing, and asked: "It is rare for old master to come back early, is the cabinet not busy?"

Xie Cen drank a mouthful of tea, "Not bad, in these few days, the Ministry of Revenue has been rather busy, busy with collecting taxes, and there are also new grains and rice. Only then does Minister Chen get on the throne, and it is hard to avoid a headache."

This Minister was really new to him, but he was promoted by the Emperor at the age of thirty, having been promoted to the third rank in succession. Originally, it would have been reasonable to say that the position of the Department of Revenue's Minister was already up for grabs. Just the crown prince himself had proposed a few more options, but they were all pushed down by this young man.

"Minister Chen? But you mean the eldest son of the Chen family, Chen Du? " Lady Xu asked.

Speaking of the Chen family, they could be considered famous in the capital, and the leader of the family had produced a general, a Minister of the Board of Rites, while Chen Du had produced a noble, who was considered to be well-liked in the palace. Chen Du himself also did something. He was hit by a flower scout at the age of twenty, and at that time, he had quite a bit of glory in the capital.

However, Chen Du's marriage did not go well, the first to marry was the second daughter of the Marquis of Wuan's family, who left after only two years, and then to discuss marriage with the young lady from Jinling Liu Family, he had already disappeared before even reaching the door. There was no news of him getting married again after that, and among the people in the capital, Chen Du was the banished one.

"It's Chen Du." Xie Cen nodded his head, it seemed that he had a good impression of him, "At such a young age, he does things well, and the previous evaluation was not too bad either, just that he owes me a few years of experience, I think highly of him."

Lady Xu pondered over these words, "Master, you're planning to …"

It seemed that Xie Cen was anxious to grab hold of Department of Revenue and not let go, he wanted to say Xie Jingxi to Chen Du, as long as it was not the crown prince's person, Xie Cen would think of a way to rope him in, and Chen Du was also a talent that could be used. If he really became his son-in-law, he might be able to take over Xie Cen's role in the future.

He was a good person and had a good family background. It was just that his age was really too poor.

"Master, I heard that Chen Du is somewhat of a nemesis. Our Third Sister's age …"

"Age isn't a problem, ever since she married, what she is looking for is the future of the husband's character, it's easy to differentiate between them, but not everyone can have that future, look at our son-in-law, although he has a bright future, Eldest Miss did go with him to the northwest and suffer for a few years, if she were to marry Chen Du, it would be much less difficult, and he would directly become the Minister's wife, many people would not even be able to ask for her help, as for a wife, it's pure nonsense."

Lady Xu was a little speechless. Naturally, she did not want to marry Xie Jingxi to Chen Du, but Xie Cen seemed to have suffered a heavy burden.

"I think we should first ask Third Sister for her opinion. We can even take out a person's looks, at least we should choose a few more."

Xie Cen frowned, what the Lady Xu said was reasonable, so she nodded, "Fine."

However, before Lady Xu could even ask Xie Jingxi for her opinion, another person from the Xie Clan arrived. It was Prince Jin's Wife.