Chapter 2986 - 2987: The Secret of the Treasure

Chapter 2986: Chapter 2987: The Secret of the Treasure

"I have no obligation to help you for free," Bai Ruozhu said.

King Rui laughed, "You’re really hard to deal with. How does Jiang Yichun put up with you?"

Bai Ruozhu glared at him, "None of your business!"

"Alright, how about I trade a Royal secret, will that do?" King Rui said.

Bai Ruozhu didn’t rush to answer. She wasn’t really interested in Royal secrets, yet she instinctively felt it might not be a common secret he was talking about.

"Do you know what kind of treasure Tang Yin wants you all to have?" King Rui asked.

Bai Ruozhu didn’t expect it to be related to treasure. She hesitated to speak. Treasure is nothing more than gold, silver, jewels, miraculous pills. How exotic could it be?

"It’s said that the treasure could strengthen the country’s treasury, but Tang Yin’s aim isn’t that simple. Rumor has it there is a key within the treasure that can open the Door to Heaven, leading people to the celestial realm, granting immortality and a carefree life. The founding Emperor didn’t die of old age or illness; he opened the Door to Heaven and went to the celestial realm. After that, the key disappeared with the treasure, leaving only a few sheepskin scrolls waiting for the destined person to find them again."

Bai Ruozhu couldn’t help laughing, "The Door to Heaven? Who’s seen it? Do people really believe such rumors?"

"Whether you believe it or not doesn’t matter. It’s good to have a look," King Rui said.

"How do I know what you’re saying is true? Aren’t you coveting the treasure?" Bai Ruozhu asked.

King Rui glanced in the direction of Meng Jinse’s yard, "I’ve already found my treasure, no interest in anything else."

Bai Ruozhu was momentarily lost for words. He didn’t seem to be pretending to be deeply affectionate, leaving her with nothing to nitpick.

"Alright, I won’t tell anyone about your matter, but I’d prefer you not to harm Jinse anymore," she said.

"I vow with all my strength to protect her for the rest of my life," King Rui, no, An Jin said sincerely.

He was no longer King Rui. Now, he was Meng Jinse’s guard, An Jin.

Bai Ruozhu didn’t say anything further and turned to leave.

She went to the front yard, and Jiang Yichun frowned as he saw her, "Where did you go? Dengdeng got sleepy and couldn’t find you anywhere."

He probably sent someone to urge at Meng Jinse’s place, only to be told she’d left earlier.

Bai Ruozhu had promised King Rui not to tell anyone, including Achun. It’s not that she didn’t trust Achun, but once Achun knew, he couldn’t hide that rejection feeling.

"I told Jinse I wanted to start a Xianglu Shop, and after I left from her place, I remembered I might have a book on making fragrances. So, I went to Space to look for it for a long time, and ended up not finding it. I don’t even know where I threw it." She found an excuse.

"Couldn’t even inform us, had me worried." Jiang Yichun’s tone softened a lot, as he touched the top of her head, "You, always worrying me."

"If I don’t make you worry, then who else?" Bai Ruozhu linked arms with him, "Come on, let’s go get Dengdeng and go home."

The two went to Meng Liangshen’s study room, where Dengdeng was asleep, holding a fluffy ragdoll cat, he wouldn’t get cold.

"Why not rest in the residence for a night?" Meng Liangshen asked.

"No need, I haven’t told my parents, don’t want them worrying, and we have to come back tomorrow for the banquet," Bai Ruozhu said.

Meng Liangshen didn’t press her, "I’ll have them prepare the horse carriage, don’t let the child catch the wind."

"Thank you, father-in-law," Bai Ruozhu said courteously.

"No need for thanks, we’re all family," Meng Liangshen laughed, his expression softening considerably.

"What about Ayan? She’s been busy all day, I haven’t gone to see her," Bai Ruozhu asked.

Meng Liangshen chuckled somewhat embarrassingly, "She says she’ll see you at the banquet tomorrow, no hurry."

"Alright." Bai Ruozhu felt happy inside, Meng Liangshen mentioned Ayan with fondness, their relationship must be special.

Soon, the horse carriage was ready, and Jiang Yichun picked up their son. The family got into the carriage and returned to Bai Residence.

Lin Pinger saw her grandson sleeping soundly and blamed Bai Ruozhu for coming back too late, Jiang Yichun immediately said, "We were discussing some business with the City Lord, got delayed."

Bai Ruozhu secretly giggled, her husband is so great, always backing her up, taking the responsibility himself.

Though she felt somewhat guilty, is hiding this from Achun really right?

She thought Achun wouldn’t be interested in knowing Rui still lives, right? So whether she says it or not, it doesn’t matter, just pretending she hasn’t discovered it herself.

Once they arranged Dengdeng to sleep, Jianqi came to report, having found some clues.

"Discovered some tracks of Qin Kaichang, or should I say Yimen Ji Clan’s young master. Subordinates believe there’s a high probability it’s him behind the schemes," Jianqi said.

"Yeah, call him Chick Master, using and manipulating women’s feelings, calling him chick is too polite, should call him Duck Master!" Bai Ruozhu said vehemently.

Jianqi was bewildered, is there much difference between Chick Master and Duck Master? They seem similar, right?

Jiang Yichun immediately asked, "What’s the deal with Duck Master?"

"Just a term for those male companions in brothels," Bai Ruozhu said mischievously.

Jiang Yichun couldn’t help laughing out loud, seeing a smile on Jianqi’s face.

"You, this is what they call cursing without using profanity," Jiang Yichun said with a smile.

"I don’t understand, why he’s after us? If he’s that powerful, why did he play weak at first? Couldn’t even tell he’s from the Yimen Ji Clan, now doesn’t face us directly, but must scheme secretly and keep causing trouble, what’s his motive?" Bai Ruozhu asked exasperatedly.

Such a person isn’t scary, but hard to catch, he fires a shot and runs away. But if you ignore him, who knows if he’ll plan bigger things and deliver a deadly blow later?

"I’ll have them investigate the Yimen Ji Clan, maybe we can figure out what’s going on," Jiang Yichun said.

Bai Ruozhu didn’t want him mingling too much with shady people, after thinking said, "No hurry, he’ll show up eventually, the Commerce Association will also continue investigating."

Jiang Yichun understood her concern, nodded and said no more.

The next day arrived quickly, and Bai Ruozhu’s family took the invitation to attend the banquet at the Meng Family. The Elder Lady Meng loved excitement, invited many people from Beiyu City and friends of the Meng Family, along with acquaintances of Bai Ruozhu, held a grand feast in the residence, claiming to welcome Bai Ruozhu and her husband, which made her feel somewhat embarrassed.

As the evening passed, Meng Jinse looked radiant, full of energy, and had newfound hope in her eyes.

"Have you considered it?" Bai Ruozhu asked softly when she saw her.

She smiled, "Back then we agreed to cooperate. They say you’re the golden hand, every business you do makes money. How could I miss such a great opportunity? I’d be scolded to death."

"Haha, what golden hand, that’s complete nonsense, I do have deals that don’t make profits," Bai Ruozhu laughed.

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Tracheitis is causing severe coughing, I’ll strive to update more tomorrow...