Chapter 547 - Chapter 547: Failed Capture Attempt

Chapter 547: Failed Capture Attempt

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

He Shaoshi and Su Wenji frequently looked up at Chu Xuyao, both somewhat puzzled. Chu Xuyao seemed to be not taking the matter seriously.

Hesitating for a moment, the two approached Chu Xuyao.

Impatient by nature, He Shaoshi immediately asked, “Can we catch that person or not?”

Chu Xuyao looked at them with a calm demeanor, “Just wait and see.”

This was not the answer He Shaoshi wanted. Seeing Chu Xuyao’s reaction, he became completely anxious, “What do you mean? Everyone is anxious, can’t you tell us what exactly you are up to?”

Chu Xuyao frowned slightly, like a ripple spreading, “What can I say when the result hasn’t occurred yet?” He softened his tone, “We’ve done what we can; now, we just wait for the outcome.”

The two exchanged a glance and helplessly returned to their seats.

Chu Xuyuan glanced at Chu Xuyao, wondering what he was planning. Why was his Ninth Brother appearing so mysterious?

Chu Xuyao picked up a book and started reading, appearing even more composed.

Near the entrance of Yunfei School, across from a large pine tree, a person was hidden in the dense branches.

The person lay on the branch, arms under his head, right leg bent, left leg resting on the right, with a blade of grass in his mouth, his gaze fixed on the school’s entrance.

He had been waiting here for half an hour and hadn’t seen any movement yet.

In the quiet environment, hurried footsteps came from the school, followed by a small student emerging, looking somewhat panicked.

Jiang Zhaoyong sat up and immediately focused his attention on the young student. The student looked left and right, as if he was guilty of something. Was it him? The expressions and behavior seemed to fit.

Jiang Zhaoyong watched the student walk away and quickly followed, “Wait!”

The student’s body trembled and he stopped in his tracks. Cold sweat broke out. His entire body stiffened as he turned to look at Jiang Zhaoyong and swallowed his saliva. “What’s the matter?”

Jiang Zhaoyong crossed his arms, observing the student closely. The boy’s nervousness was too obvious, “Did you spread those rumors in the school?”

The student’s sweating intensified, “What rumors? I don’t know anything. Don’t falsely accuse people.”

Jiang Zhaoyong obviously didn’t believe him, “Then why are you in such a hurry?”

The student retorted defensively, “Who’s running? My mother is sick, I’m hurrying back to take care of her!”

Jiang Zhaoyong frowned, “You’re only this anxious because your mother is sick?”

The student replied, “Yes, what else would it be?”

If it wasn’t this student, then who?

Jiang Zhaoyong reacted and turned to look at the entrance of the school. A large number of students were swarming out, making it impossible to discern any clues.

How would he explain this to Chu Xuyao?

Jiang Zhaoyong’s heart sank. Thinking of Chu Xuyao’s stern expression, he couldn’t help but worry about his love life.

Seeing that Jiang Zhaoyong did not speak anymore, the student hurriedly ran away.

Jiang Zhaoyong reluctantly walked towards the school entrance.

Just as he reached the entrance of the school, Chu Xuyao ran out. He looked around Jiang Zhaoyong and his expression instantly turned ugly. “No one?”

When Jiang Zhaoyong saw the change in Chu Xuyao’s expression, he felt that the matter had blown up. He quickly recounted what had just happened, hoping to save the situation.

Chu Xuyao looked up at Jiang Zhaoyong with indescribable disappointment in his eyes.

Jiang Zhaoyong’s heart sank further. It was hard to describe his current mood. It wasn’t his fault!

Chu Xuyuan, He Shaoshi, and Su Wenji followed out. When they saw this scene, they all understood… Chu Xuyao had failed.

When Chu Xuyao saw that Fu Bao had come to pick them up, he walked towards Fu Bao absent-mindedly, wondering what had gone wrong.

Chu Xuyuan waved his hand to everyone, “We are leaving, we’ll talk more tomorrow.”

The two of them rode Fu Bao and went home.

On the way, Chu Xuyuan comforted, “Brother, it’s okay, we’ll think of other ways. One failure doesn’t mean anything.”

Chu Xuyao looked ahead, his fox-like eyes dark and indifferent, “Seventh Brother, everyone must be laughing at me behind my back.”

Chu Xuyuan asked, “Do you really care about what others think?”

Chu Xuyao countered, “Don’t you?”

Chu Xuyuan was unconcerned, “Why should we? They have nothing to do with us.”

Chu Xuyao pondered, “I guess so, but I was not trying to catch the person for others, but to clear the rumors against us. What should we do now that we’ve failed?”

Chu Xuyuan suggested, “If it doesn’t work this time, we’ll find another way. Besides, we still have our Fifth Sister, it’s a small matter for her.”

Chu Xuyao laughed, “Thank goodness we have Fifth Sister. Without her, I would have no confidence in doing these things.”

Chu Xuyuan agreed, “Let’s ask Fifth Sister what to do next when we get back.

Don’t be upset; being unhappy won’t solve the problem.”

Chu Xuyao blinked, regaining his childlike innocence, “I understand.”

At the paper mill.

After a busy day, they finally saw results. Xiao Zongchao placed the wet paper molds in a ventilated area to dry.

He was very satisfied with the smooth paper.

The sky had already begun to turn dark, but there was a golden light in the darkness. It had a unique beauty.

Xiao Zongzhao took out a tael of silver from his pocket. This was the money Chu Qingzhi had given him before she left for dinner.

“I’ll work hard in the future and try to return the money as soon as possible.”

Holding the money, Xiao Zongchao headed to the county for dinner.

The dog that kept him company ran out from the corner, following his steps, “Woof woof woof…”

Xiao Zongchao stopped and bent down to pat the dog’s head, “Are you hungry too?”

“Woof woof woof…”

Xiao Zongchao smiled, “Come on, I’ll take you for noodles.”

The noodles were the cheapest. If he ate noodles every day, one tael of silver could last him for three months.

Arriving at the noodle stand, Xiao Zongchao sat on a small stool, “Brother, a bowl of noodles and some broth.”

“Okay.”

Xiao Zongchao picked up a broken bowl from the roadside. After the noodles and broth were served, he poured half a bowl of broth and added some noodles for the dog, “Eat up.”

The dog ate happily without any fuss.

Xiao Zongchao smiled and started eating his noodles, which tasted exceptionally good today.

Chu Qingzhi had given Xiao Zongchao a room at the back door of the paper mill to live in, which was perfect as the mill needed someone to watch over it for fire and theft prevention.

Grateful for his first room, Xiao Zongchao was deeply thankful to Chu Qingzhi and silently vowed to repay her kindness.

After buying the cheapest bedding, Xiao Zongchao returned to the mill, spread everything on the bed, washed up thoroughly, and lay down.

A content smile appeared on his face..