Xiaocao was silent for a moment, then stepped on the "human stool", held the other person's hand, and used the force to get on the carriage.
Perhaps Xiaocao's choice pleased the other party. He looked really in a good mood and returned to his original position, motioning Xiaocao to sit next to him, but his eyes never left Xiaocao.
Normally, being stared at like this would make one feel uncomfortable, and Xiaocao was obviously no exception. However, at this moment, Xiaocao didn't feel anything. In fact, for her, when the purpose was not so strong, for example, when she first returned home, she would be more likely to retreat when she saw the gazes of her relatives and friends. But now, she was calm and composed.
When the other person looked at her, she also looked him over thoroughly, with a blank expression on her face, but she had something in mind. She studied medicine, and in some aspects she could be said to have learned it to perfection. She knew every bone in a person like the back of her hand, and she could tell whether a person was fat or thin based on their skeleton. Although because of different physical conditions and long-term use of different parts of the body, the places where flesh grows and the texture will be different, they are nothing more than those few types. However, the appearance of the person in front of her, judging from the cheekbones, brow bones, nose bridge, chin bone and other places, this person should not look like this.
Speaking of the legendary human skin mask, Xiaocao was a little curious. He had heard his adoptive father mention it before, but at that time his adoptive father only said that one sentence and didn't say anything more. He was not sure whether the person in front of him used this magical thing.
Xiaocao's gaze passed by the temples of the person in front of him without leaving a trace, but he didn't find anything unusual.
However, there seems to be a kind of human skin mask that covers the entire head, making it even more difficult to see flaws.
After getting what he wanted, Xiaocao withdrew his gaze and did not ask the other party what he wanted to do.
The man was more interested in Xiaocao. She didn't look like a girl from seclusion at all. Although her trip was relatively low-key, anyone with a little vision would know that her belongings were not affordable for ordinary people, so her background must be good.
Zhen Muyao and his companions were indeed not in any trouble. These people even gave way to them, as if they wanted them to return the same way they came.
With Xiaocao's previous instructions, Zhen Muyao was rational enough not to do anything unnecessary. Instead of wasting time here, it would be better to leave and think about whether he could find help as quickly as possible.
"My surname is Bai, I am from Shangqing Xiachuan, may I ask your name, young lady?"
"Lin Xuan." Xiao Cao called Lin Xuan before returning to Wenrenjia, there was nothing wrong with that. However, some things are not that difficult to find out if you really want to. The emperor's territory is not that big, so Xiao Cao's "return home" is a big deal. Knowing this, Xiao Cao didn't care too much.
She didn't care whether the other person's name was true or not, and Bai Qingchuan didn't seem to want to delve into Xiaocao's name.
It's just that this man kills people at every turn, so he must not be a good person. Such a person, paired with a name like Qingchuan, really doesn't match well, it feels like a waste.
"I am very interested in all kinds of medicines. I have to say that after what happened last night, I was deeply impressed by the girl's superb use of medicine. I would like to ask for your advice." His eyes naturally fell on the sachet on Xiaocao's waist.
"Are people like you as shameless as city walls? Last night, your people sneaked into the courtyard where we live with ill intentions. If we hadn't been prepared in advance, who knows what would have happened. Today, you stopped our carriage to ask me for advice? Where is the dough? You can knead it into a ball or flatten it in your hands at will?" Xiaocao said bluntly.
To be honest, she was in a really bad mood right now. She didn't know where the person came from and ruined her plan. She couldn't be sure what this person was here for. No matter whether he was really asking for advice or pretending to ask for advice, Xiaocao was obviously not in the mood to "give advice".
Bai Qingchuan raised his eyebrows slightly, with a hint of surprise in his eyes. "This is indeed Bai's fault. I apologize to the girl here." His attitude was very sincere.
However, if you believe him, then there really is something fishy going on. Xiaocao didn't even raise her eyelids.
Perhaps seeing that Xiaocao had no interest in talking, Bai Qingchuan did not speak again and continued to look at Xiaocao with interest.
Xiaocao accidentally looked up and glanced outside, frowning slightly. This road actually completely overlapped with her destination. She didn't know if it was just a coincidence or there was some other reason behind it.
Xiao Cao was a little worried about the Prince of Wei, not only because he might be someone, but also because he was the original target of these people. Xiao Cao believed that the other party would definitely find something wrong, so Zhen Muyao and the others turned back. As long as these people did not go back on their words and do something despicable, then Zhen Muyao and the others would be safe. Xiao Cao was more worried that because of her, Prince of Wei would be in a passive position.
It was true that she had medicine on her, so she should have no problem protecting herself temporarily. However, it would not be so easy for her to escape. These people were obviously martial artists, so they were very alert and reacted quickly. Knowing that she had medicine on her, they would be even more cautious. Therefore, she was probably subdued before she could use the medicine.
At this moment, Xiaocao actually hoped that Prince Wei knew nothing. However, since he was at the post station, whether for the appointment or because of the people in front of her, the possibility that he knew nothing was very small.
The further they got to the end, the more confused Xiaocao felt. This was basically the direction of her and Tingyu's former home, because the place where they lived was actually far away from any village or shop. The environment was very good, with mountains on two sides and water on one side, but there was no other human habitation. The nearest village to them required a long detour around the top of the mountain. Over the years, because of her, there were occasional people who came to seek medical treatment, but because she had the habit of making routine visits, she usually went to other places.
In the next two or three years, Xiaocao did come back, although the number of times was limited. However, looking at the environment, it was clear that no one had been here again. Only some traces of animal activities were found. It was really completely deserted.
From afar, Xiaocao saw his former home. The surrounding area, which was originally overgrown with grass, was now completely cleared away. It was obvious that someone was living there. Looking at the dirt on the ground, it was obvious that it had been there for more than just one or two days.
Xiaocao could hardly hide her anger at this moment. She had lived here for seven years with Tingyu. Even if the house was deserted, it was still her former home. She had traveled all over the country with her adoptive father for the previous eight years and had no fixed place to live. The only time she had real peace and stability was during those seven years. This place was of great significance to Xiaocao, but it was occupied by someone who came out of nowhere. How could she not be angry
Bai Qingchuan clearly noticed Xiaocao's abnormality. She had been very calm before, so what had offended her? Looking through the curtain, all he could see was the house that was pretty good for the countryside.
Bai Qingchuan thought for a moment, then stroked his chin and smiled, "Could this house have any connection with the young lady? The young lady came from the imperial city, a journey of more than a hundred miles, got off the official road, and came to this desolate suburb. She can't be here for sightseeing, right?"
Xiaocao glanced over with undisguised coldness.
Bai Qingchuan's smile did not diminish at all. "Half a month ago, when I first arrived here, I fell in love with this house at first sight. I thought the location was good and no one lived there, so I borrowed it. Now it seems that I am really destined to be with you."
Shameless, yet he could make it sound so pure and refined. He claimed the place even though no one lived there? Xiaocao sneered. No, she suddenly remembered that when she first returned to the Wenren family, her father had sent people here to wait for her adoptive father to come back. Because there were only two people and they would be replaced every month, they were not asked to farm or anything. Food and clothing were all ready. They cleaned out two rooms for living, and occasionally cleaned and maintained the rest of the place. They were not asked to touch the surrounding environment.
“Who lives here?”
"So those two are actually servants of the girl's family? That's really embarrassing."
So, they are both dead?! To be honest, Xiao Cao was not surprised by this answer. Bai Qingchuan could kill anyone under his command, let alone an unrelated person. Half a month ago, it was not time to change people, so it was no wonder that their family did not get the news.
Seeing Bai Qingchuan and the others appear at the post station last night, perhaps, this "temporarily borrowed" place would have been lost after use if it weren't for her accident. By the time the other two servants came, they would have nowhere to find the murderer.
Bai Qingchuan looked at the anger in Xiaocao's eyes, but he endured it and didn't let it out. The smile on his face became more and more wanton. "I didn't know that I would have the fate today. If I had known earlier, I would definitely keep him well. Maybe I could have tied a thread between you and me. But, I think it's not too late now, don't you think so?"
It was said so ambiguously, but Xiaocao would not think that this line would be a "red line". It might be a line of "collusion with foreign invaders" or even "treason", which was enough to completely destroy the Wenren family.
As I said before, Xiaocao is smart, especially when it comes to things she cares about. As long as she thinks about it carefully, some key points are not difficult to figure out. For example, the reason why Bai Qingchuan attacked them last night was probably because he was attracted by their identities and wanted to use them to do something. However, because of her intervention, Bai Qingchuan changed his mind.
Xiaocao retracted his gaze and closed his eyes. No matter what attitude you have towards this kind of person, it will not affect him. Your anger may even become fun in his eyes. Instead of losing your temper, you might as well save your energy and think of countermeasures.
As we got closer, the whole house became more and more visible, and the damaged areas were also clearly visible.
Xiaocao was so angry that her liver hurt. She couldn't help but look at Bai Qingchuan again. This time, the look in his eyes was really like ice chips. However, just from this look, Xiaocao discovered that there was something wrong with Bai Qingchuan's expression. Before, he had been smiling with a bit of cynicism, and he also had a bit of fun with her. Now, he was still smiling, but his eyes were not right.
Xiaocao didn't understand the reason, but without giving it any thought, her body reacted first. She stood up angrily, lifted the curtain and jumped off the carriage, pushed open the wooden gate, and ran straight to the medicine garden not far from the entrance. She studied medicine and would pay attention to medicinal materials. Isn't that a natural thing
Bai Qingchuan just felt that something was wrong, but when he saw Xiaocao's actions, he did not stop him. He got off the carriage leisurely, with a group of guards guarding him. It seemed that he was strolling leisurely, but in fact, he followed in with some caution.
Xiaocao checked the medicine garden with great concern. There were basically no purely ornamental flowers and trees in this house. All of them could be used as medicine, either in part or in whole. This was true in the front and back of the house and even in the courtyard. Xiaocao had spent a lot of effort to grow them, so even if no one took care of them later, they still grew well.
Tingyu died suddenly and she was "kicked out of the house". When she returned, the house was empty and nothing was left, except for the medicine gardens. Xiaocao came back only a few times, but each time she could harvest a batch of good quality herbs.
However, at this moment, Xiaocao didn't have much time to think about this. She had seen some clues beside the medicine garden, some clues that others could not easily notice. Xiaocao's heart was beating fast at this moment, but she knew that she couldn't be easily discovered by Bai Qingchuan. She also knew that she was not good at acting, so she turned her back to Bai Qingchuan and others without leaving a trace, and seemed to be anxiously moving away from them little by little. Although the weeds in other places were cleared, some of the weeds in the medicine garden were not moved. Perhaps Bai Qingchuan really had research on medicine, and at this time, Xiaocao's figure was almost covered up.
Bai Qingchuan frowned and walked towards the direction of Xiaocao. Seeing Xiaocao suddenly plunge into the grass, Bai Qingchuan's eyes became fierce. But a little girl who was good at using drugs wanted to escape from his palm? And this method was too clumsy. How could she hide in such a small place? He strode forward, as if he was not even afraid that Xiaocao would use this little time to drug him.
After only taking a few steps, Bai Qingchuan realized that he stepped on something. The moment he lowered his head, mud suddenly splashed in front of him and a large shadow fell. Thinking something was wrong, he quickly stepped back. However, he was still a step too slow and a huge net covered him. Although he drew out the soft sword that was shining with cold light at the first moment and split the huge net in one swipe, he was still followed by dark and creepy arrows. Although they were not dense, the lethality was not weak at all and was quite tricky.
Even though he avoided most of the arrows, Bai Qingchuan was unfortunately hit by an arrow, and his face suddenly turned dark.