mtl008 Chapter 215 What wrong did Miss Shi do?
Chapter 215 What wrong did Miss Shi do?
Cui Zhihao's heart tightened. He knew the pressure from the family was coming, but he still did not back down: "Elder, Miss Shi is a rare talent. I cannot stand by and watch her be buried."
The elder was so angry that his beard trembled: "Shut up! You still don't know you're wrong? Men, take him back and keep him under strict guard, awaiting the family's judgment."
Two servants from the Cui family stepped forward, intending to take Cui Zhihao away. Cui Zhihao struggled to look at Shen Yunzheng: "Your Highness, please consider this carefully and do not let the people lose a good official."
Looking at the chaotic scene, Shen Yunzheng felt a mix of emotions. She knew that this matter was no longer simple, and the fate of the female official in Xinyang County had become even more unpredictable.
In this fierce clash between emotion and propriety, everyone is caught in the eye of the storm, unsure of which way to go.
As soon as he left the Princess's residence, Cui Zhihao broke free of his restraints, and his aura instantly changed. In the sunlight, his figure resembled a tall and straight pine tree, tall and elegant, his moon-white robe fluttering in the wind, making him even more graceful and charming.
His eyes were as deep as the night sea. He looked calmly at the clan elders and said in a clear voice, "Elders, thank you for helping me out this time. I have official business to attend to, so I will take my leave now."
Having said that, he boarded the carriage swiftly and without hesitation. The carriage slowly drove away, leaving only the clan elders standing there, shaking their heads and sighing helplessly as they watched the carriage disappear into the distance.
The elder frowned, thinking to himself, "The Second Young Master has caused a huge mess this time. That's Her Highness the Eldest Princess! His stubbornness and disregard for the consequences will have a significant impact on his career and even his life."
"Although the Third Young Master Cui has married a princess, there is a difference in kinship between the Second Young Master and the Third Young Master. The Second Young Master is only the Third Young Master's cousin, so how can he have the same protection?"
The elder felt a wave of annoyance wash over him. The girl the second young master liked was simply a femme fatale. The young master also intended to take her as a concubine. He wondered what kind of bewitching magic that woman possessed to make the Cui family's sons so infatuated with her.
In the elders' eyes, the woman's behavior was utterly contrary to the virtues of womanhood. Not only did she show herself in public, but she also caused constant infighting within the family. How could such a woman be allowed into the Qinghe Cui clan? The Second Young Master is truly foolish! To be bewitched by such a bewitching woman.
The elder secretly resolved to report to the family head that such a woman, who was tarnishing the family's reputation, should not be allowed to enter the family and that this root of trouble should be eradicated as soon as possible.
Cui Zhihao sat in the carriage, his expression grave. He was well aware of the consequences of offending the Princess, but in his heart, Miss Shi's safety was more important than anything else.
The image of the girl appeared in his mind; it was an unforgettable face, with bright eyes and white teeth, and a smile as warm as the spring sun, warm but not dazzling.
She was kind and intelligent. As the magistrate of Xinyang, she worked hard to improve the lives of the people. In Cui Zhihao's eyes, those so-called "unchaste" remarks were nothing more than the prejudices of pedantic people.
The carriage sped along, returning to the manor in no time. Cui Zhihao had barely stepped inside when, without even a moment's rest, he immediately ordered a servant to fetch Cui Jiu. He was frantic with worry, his only thought being the safety of Miss Shi. Cui Jiu was his most capable subordinate, highly skilled in martial arts and utterly loyal.
Soon, Cui Jiu heard his master's call, and his figure leaped down from the eaves like a ghost, kneeling on one knee before his master, and respectfully said, "Master, what are your orders?"
Choi Ji-ho looked at Choi Gu, took out a pre-written letter from his pocket, and handed it to Choi Gu.
His face was unusually serious, and his eyes were full of worry: "Cui Jiu, you should personally deliver this letter to Miss Shi, and tell her that Her Highness the Princess and Shen Yanchu will definitely cause her trouble. Be sure to tell her not to confront Her Highness the Princess and the others head-on. I will take care of everything and will make sure nothing happens to her."
Cui Zhihao paused, a resolute glint in his eyes: "I'll go there as soon as I've dealt with things in Youzhou! The situation there is complicated, but I'll resolve it as quickly as possible and get to her side soon."
Cui Jiu knew how important Magistrate Shi was to his master, and how much his master cared for Miss Shi than anyone else. He took the letter and solemnly replied, "Master, rest assured, Cui Jiu will protect Miss Shi. Even if it costs me my life, I will not let her suffer the slightest harm."
After receiving the order, Cui Jiu dared not delay for a moment. He quickly gathered his men, prepared the horses, and galloped towards Xinyang. Along the way, Cui Jiu gripped the reins tightly, silently praying that he could reach Miss Shi's side as soon as possible.
He knew all too well the methods of the Eldest Princess and Shen Yanchu; they would stop at nothing to achieve their goals. The Eldest Princess had suffered a setback in the manor this time, and she would certainly not let it go easily. Miss Shi was like a small boat in a storm, vulnerable to being swallowed up at any moment.
At this moment, Miss Shi was handling official business at the Xinyang County government office. She was dressed in a light blue official robe and wore a black gauze hat, looking quite dashing.
She was preoccupied with the water conservancy project in Xinyang, her brow furrowed as she carefully studied the blueprints in her hand. Little did she know that a great disaster was about to befall her.
The people of Xinyang County deeply loved and respected this young magistrate. They often saw him inspecting the fields, showing concern for their harvests and lives. Miss Shi also considered Xinyang her home and wholeheartedly wanted to make it a better place.
Meanwhile, back in the palace, the eldest princess flew into a rage. She paced back and forth in her room, her exquisite makeup unable to conceal her fury: "That Cui Zhihao, how dare he be so presumptuous in front of me! And that ignorant and arrogant Shi girl, I will not let them get away with this!"
The maidservant beside her stood trembling, not daring to utter a sound. The Princess looked at Shen Yanchu: "Yan'er, go and make arrangements. I will depart for Xinyang tomorrow and let Cui Zhihao know the consequences of offending me."
Shen Yanchu's eyes flashed; he truly hadn't expected things to develop to this extent.
Cui Zhihao is incredibly audacious, daring to disobey his mother's orders. Could it be that Miss Shi has truly betrayed their relationship and found someone new?
Cui Jiu led his men day and night, finally arriving in Xinyang. He went straight to the county government office, met Miss Shi, presented her with the letter, and conveyed Cui Zhihao's message.
After reading the letter, Miss Shi was both moved and worried. She looked at Cui Jiu with a determined light in her eyes: "Thank you, Brother Cui Jiu. I will not make things difficult for Zhihao, nor will I be easily bullied by the Princess and the others."
The situation in Xinyang is becoming increasingly tense, and Cui Zhihao is also facing a complicated situation in Youzhou. But he has only one belief in his heart: to resolve everything as soon as possible and return to Miss Shi's side.
He was the one who recruited Miss Shi into his official career. Even if she made a mistake, it was only his mistake. What mistake had Miss Shi made? He would protect Miss Shi's future at all costs, even if it meant going against the whole world.