Chapter 252: Midnight Visitor

hat are we supposed to do We don't even want to work!” The fat woman rolled her eyes angrily, looking arrogant and fearless.Tao Hongying wasn't afraid at all. She retorted fiercely, "Sure, you can bri...Seeing that she remained silent, her big eyes blinked, and her long eyelashes fluttered, Ye Gongzi guessed that she was deep in thought. He smiled and said, "What's on your mind, Fu Niu Are you worried that Zhang Shenyi will make things difficult for you"

He nudged the little girl with his elbow and comforted her, “Don’t worry, I’ve already persuaded Dr. Zhang, he won’t ask too much. If there’s something you don’t want to say, just act dumb. You’re only two years old, no one can do anything to you, understand”

"Got it!" Jia Yin giggled and nodded, leaning closer to Ye Gongzi's ear and whispering, "Uncle, get well soon. I prepared two good things for you, you're sure to like them."

"Really I'm injured and still have presents" Ye Gongzi smiled, her eyes narrowed. She didn't mind in the slightest, thinking the little girl was up to something again, so she said, "Okay, Uncle will be right there."

Jia Yin wrinkled her little nose, guessing his thoughts. She made up her mind to give him a big surprise and let him see her in a new light.

Although Miss Ye had recovered from the fever and could eat again, she was still very seriously injured. She lasted for a while before falling asleep again.

Jia Yin yawned, her mind wandering in the courtyard for a while. She leaned against him and fell asleep together, softly snoring.

The village head and others finally came to take a look, but without saying a word, they left again.

As dusk settled, the golden beach welcomed a rare moment of tranquility.

Most of the guests in the valley had left, and those remaining had eaten dinner. A few people were left to watch over things, so there was no need to worry too much.

The village was brightly lit, with every household busy cooking and eating. It was very lively.

The grain hit back in the field, without threshing, was put into the granary. This kind of storage for a long time, even two or three years are not afraid of insects and decay.

When we were in QingShui Village, everyone borrowed Li's sorghum to survive. We've always kept in mind the debt and now have a chance to repay it.

During the day, the village head made the decision that half of the grain would be given to the Li family to pay off their debt, ensuring that it was neither more nor less than what was owed.

Li Laoer, on behalf of the Li family, accepted it.

Actually, each household isn't short on that much food, and the Li family even less so.

But it's easy to borrow and repay, borrowing again is not difficult, once made promises, must be fulfilled!

Everyone was delighted and busy milling the remaining grain. Each family received two or three jin to eat fresh.

The mountain land was newly cultivated and planted with fruit trees. The soil wasn't fertile enough, so the grain yield wasn't great, but it was still the village's first harvest.

Tonight, every household cooked millet porridge. Then, they washed and peeled several sweet potatoes, cut them into pieces, and threw them into the millet porridge pot. They cooked everything together until it was soft and mushy. It was fragrant, sweet, and soft, loved by both the elderly and children.

After dinner, the men on duty put on thicker clothes and, carrying their axes, gathered with their comrades to begin patrolling.

Originally, the job of beating the drum at night in the village was done by old men like Zhao Shu.

But these days, the Lord Marquis was injured and even stabbed. Everyone was worried that someone was still trying to harm him. Therefore, over thirty young and strong men in the village were divided into four shifts, taking turns patrolling at night every other night.

Liu Biao Tou and Li Lao Si took turns guarding each day, tonight was Li Lao Si's turn, but Liu Biao Tou couldn't sleep at the moment and wandered around as well.

When they were tired from walking, the crowd made a bonfire at the village entrance, roasted sweet potatoes, and chatted.

The autumn night wasn't too cold, but it was quite chilly. With a bonfire blazing, everyone felt relaxed and chatted about tidying up the fields and racing to plant another crop of autumn vegetables for winter storage.

Li Lao Si dug out a sweet potato and stood up, saying, "Fu Niu might not be asleep yet. I'll send her one."

Liu Biatou replied, "Let's see how Young Master Ye is doing. Is there anything he wants to eat"

"Understood, Master Ye probably can't go hungry. Hongying boiled chicken soup and noodles in the evening."

As they were talking, several horses suddenly galloped over from afar. Everyone immediately grabbed their axes. Before they could form a defensive line, someone charged towards Li Laosi.

Li Lao Si swung his knife, the man dodged, then kicked him in the chest.

Li Laosi grabbed the man's ankle and threw him out. Liu Biao head just happened to step forward to catch him. He seized the opportunity, swung his sword, and saw that the man couldn't dodge. Immediately, someone else rushed over.

Two against two, for a moment both sides were clashing together.

Liu Biatou was skilled in martial arts, but he lacked the strength of Lao Si.

Li Lao Si's martial arts moves were lacking, but he was strong and could make up for his shortcomings.

The rest of the villagers, brandishing their axes, followed close behind them. Even though their faces were pale with fright, they did not retreat one step.

After a long while, at least dozens of rounds had passed.

A majestic voice spoke, "Alright, you may leave now."

The two strangers in black retracted their moves and quickly retreated.

Another person stepped forward. Under the firelight, everyone could see clearly that it was Ye Shan.

"Liu Biaotou, Li Siye, it's all a misunderstanding. There are distinguished guests visiting our young master, please be so kind as to make way."

Li Laosi and Liu Biaotou stared coldly at Ye Shan, weighing the truth of his words.

Just now, the two people were very skilled. What if Yè Shan betrays us They bring the wolf into the room and bring danger to Young Master Yè's side! What should we do!

"Evidently, Ye Shan knows your concerns. He said again, 'The distinguished guest comes from the new capital, and Young Master is also aware of this. Please rest assured.'"

Li Lao Si and Liu Biaotou looked at each other, then said, "Well then, you should dismount. We'll escort you."

While it's called escorting, it's actually an escort.

The two of them, leading the villagers, surrounded the five or six newcomers and Mount Ye in the middle, slowly walked into the village, arriving at Ye's courtyard.

Five or six men arrived, all dressed in black clothing typical of nighttime infiltrators. Only one wore a long robe of green satin and a veiled hat that obscured his face; he clearly was the leader.

Li Lao Si signaled Liu Biaotou to leave those men in black outside. He personally led this man and Ye Shan into the house.

Yejian couldn't help but laugh and cry, wanting to explain a few things, but the man in the brocade robe waved his hand dismissively.

Ye Gongzi and Jiayin had a nap this afternoon, and now they weren't feeling sleepy anymore.

Jia Yin took a fruit and scooped out the flesh with a spoon, feeding it to Ye Gongzi.

She was just a little girl, she didn't have much strength in her hands, and finally fed what was left into Young Master Ye's mouth, there wasn't much wasted.

Lao Tai Li and Dong Mei sat on one side doing needlework. Ye Gongzi's wound couldn't be covered too warmly, but he also couldn't always lie like that with his arms bare, as it was easy to catch a chill in his shoulders.

So, the two of them figured out how to sew a backless bodice.

Jia Yin remembered the styles that young girls favored in her past life. In this era, Ye Gongzi, this military marquis, was the first to try them on.

She couldn't help but giggle, her spoon carefully scooping a tiny amount of fruit and flinging it towards Ye Gongzi's nose.

Ye Gongzi was amused and perplexed, just as she was about to push the spoon away, Li Lao Si "escorted" Ye Shan and the guests in.

Ye Gongzi glanced at the newcomers' figures and was startled. He wanted to get up but held himself back.

Li Lao Si opened his mouth and asked, "Young Master, did Ye Shan say this person is here to visit you"

Miss Ye nodded and smiled, "Don't worry, I know this person. He is indeed a distinguished guest."

Li Laosi only then let out a breath of relief, feeling a little embarrassed. He scratched his head and bowed to the guest.

"Excuse me, sir. Young Master Ye is injured, so... we have to be more careful."

That person, with hands clasped behind their back, simply nodded in acknowledgement without uttering a word or removing their hat.

Even so, everyone couldn't help but feel awe at his imposing presence.

This must be someone of high authority, otherwise there wouldn't be this kind of pressure.

Li Laosi and Ye Shan went out. was also a pond by the wall, where lotus flowers and koi fish were raised. The bottom of the pond was paved with white pebbles, interspersed with a few oddly patterned raindrops stones.It wasn't luxu...