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nChapter 46: Going to the Jail 2

nTranslator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

nThe short hooligan did not dare to look Chu Qingzhi in the eye. The moment he saw Chu Qingzhi, he felt a toothache, a headache, a faceache, and pain everywhere.

nThe constable walked over and looked at Chu Qingzhi’s sleeve. It was indeed stained with blood.

nHe waved his hand. “Take her away.”

nWhen Chu Qingzhi walked past Chu Xuhua, she said, “Brother, go find Tang Jinghong. He can save me.”

nChu Xuhua nodded with a firm expression. “Qingzhi, I’ll go back and find

nBrother Jinghong immediately.”

nChu Qingzhi said calmly, “There’s no hurry. Brother, remember to buy the sugar.”

nChu Xuhua was speechless.

nShe was still thinking about doing business at a time like this.

nHowever, he still did as he was told. He quickly bought sugar and rushed back to look for Tang Jinghong.

nWhen Chu Qingzhi arrived at the government office, it was already late. She was sent to jail and would be interrogated the next day.

nWhen the Chu family found out that Chu Qingzhi had been taken away by the constables, they were frightened out of their wits. Chu Xuhua comforted them for a long time before everyone calmed down. Then, they went to the Tang family to look for Tang Jinghong. Tang Jinghong was not around, so the Chu family hurriedly went to the village entrance to wait for Tang Jinghong to return.

nTang Jinghong only returned after dark. He was very surprised to see the Chu family. “Why are you all here?”

nChu Xuhua hurriedly went forward. “Brother Jinghong, save Qingzhi.”

nWhat happened to that girl… Tang Jinghong frowned and asked, “Tell me what happened first.”

nChu Xuhua quickly told him everything. “Brother Jinghong, can you help Qingzhi out?”

nShe is actually in jail… Tang Jinghong was shocked and didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. He comforted them. “Go home first. I’ll go to the county office to take a look.”

nChu Xuhua hurriedly said, “Brother Jinghong, I’ll go with you.”

nTang Jinghong had a secret identity and it was not convenient for him to bring anyone along. “Stay at home and take care of your family. Do as Qingzhi says. I guarantee that she will be fine.”

nChu Xuhua looked at Tang Jinghong, who was filled with a calm aura, and slowly calmed down. “Then I’ll leave everything to you, Brother Jinghong.”

nThe others were panicking and did not know what to do. They only looked at Tang Jinghong helplessly.

nTang Jinghong changed direction and headed for the county office. He was not worried about Chu Qingzhi. That girl was not an ordinary person. Even without him, she could escape. She was looking to him for help because it was the most convenient and simple method.

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nIn the prison of the county office.

nThe prison was made of wood. It was dark, damp, and filled with an unpleasant smell.

nChu Qingzhi was locked in a cell in the middle by the constable. Without saying a word to her, the constable left.

nChu Qingzhi looked around and suddenly realized that there was someone sitting in the corner.

nShe narrowed her eyes and slowly approached.

nIt was a girl. She was wearing a dirty prison uniform and her hair was messy. She sat there curled up and did not move, as if she was dead.

nChu Qingzhi asked softly, “Who are you?”

nThe girl moved slightly and slowly raised her face to meet a pair of clear and bright eyes. It was these eyes that made her want to speak. “Who are you?”

nChu Qingzhi told the truth. Anyway, it wouldn’t hurt to tell the truth. “My name is Chu Qingzhi. I was falsely accused of hitting a few hooligans and was imprisoned.”

nThe girl stared at Chu Qingzhi for a while and finally opened herself up. “I’m Shen Ruyue, the servant girl of Second Madam Zhao of the Zhao family. I was made a scapegoat for someone else and was sent to jail.”

nChu Qingzhi suddenly had an idea. Servant girls were usually very talented and meticulous. If it was possible, she would take her back to be an assistant. There were so many things to do at home now, and she could not handle it alone.

nShe sat next to Shen Ruyue and said in a casual tone, “How long have you been here?”

nShen Ruyue said resignedly, “It’s been more than a year.”

nChu Qingzhi picked up a piece of hay and played with it. “Why didn’t your master save you?”

nShen Ruyue revealed a bitter smile. “She was the one who pushed me out to take the blame. Why would she save me?”

nChu Qingzhi was interested. “What exactly did you take the blame for?”

nShen Ruyue said with a sigh, “One day, Madam invited a few rich madams in the county to eat fresh persimmons. In the end, one of the rich madams vomited and had diarrhea after eating the persimmons. Her lips and mouth were pale and she was diagnosed by the doctor as poisoned. At that time, no one could find the person who poisoned her. In order to save their reputation, Madam said that I did it.”

nChu Qingzhi was speechless. “How can anyone believe that?”

nTears welled up in Shen Ruyue’s eyes. “They all did. At that time, I liked that rich madam’s son, but that madam didn’t agree. Even if I was willing to be a concubine, she wouldn’t agree. Everyone thought that I held a grudge and waited for an opportunity to poison her.”

nChu Qingzhi took a pity on her. “No wonder.”

nShen Ruyue was hopeless. “Thank you for listening to me so patiently. I’m seriously ill now and don’t have much time left.”

nShe wiped her tears. “After I die, these constables will throw me into a mass grave. My body will probably be eaten by wild dogs and beasts. There will be blood and remains all over the ground. This will be my end.”

nChu Qingzhi felt a little uncomfortable when she heard that. She reached out and patted Shen Ruyue’s shoulder. “Let me ask you, if I save you and can cure you, how will you repay me?”

nShen Ruyue looked at Chu Qingzhi in a daze. Then, she said firmly, word by word, “I’ll give my life to you.”

nWhoever could pull her out of such a swamp, she would definitely repay them with her life.

nChu Qingzhi smiled casually. “Wait for my good news.”

nShen Ruyue looked at Chu Qingzhi, who had an ordinary appearance but an outstanding temperament and aura. Slowly, light appeared in her eyes. “Yes..”

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