panic from the backyard.Yang Ruqing immediately recognized this turtle slave, whose name was Adé.Having followed Sister Hua for over ten years, he was her confidante and is now Yang Ruoqing's trusted...Having glanced at Luofeng Tang who was standing beside her, she continued to address Xu Mang.
"Tang Yazi said, Brother Xu, you have a wide network and are well-informed. That's why we're troubling you. We hope you can help us!"
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Xu Mang also glanced at Luo Fengtang and said, "Feng Tang and I are sworn brothers. Helping you is like helping him!"
Yang Ruqing showed gratitude.
Xu Mang pondered for a moment and said, "What happened at the Juwei Restaurant banquet last night, I'm not too sure. However—"
“But what” Yang Ruqing quickly asked.
"However, these past two days, Chen San went to the gambling den. I observed him secretly and found something was off!" Xu Mang said.
“Who is Chen San What does he have to do with this”
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Yang Ruqing asked.
Xu Mang said, "It's not appropriate for me to comment on this matter. However, this Chen San works as a runner at Ju Wei Xuan Restaurant."
"He was addicted to gambling. Every time he received his wages from the restaurant, he would head straight for the gambling den."
“I was just unlucky, losing nine out of ten bets. My mother-in-law was driven crazy by him, and my daughter-in-law ran off with someone else.”
"That kid is being stubborn and refusing to pay his debts."
But these days, he had been gambling lavishly, and even paid off all his old debts.
"Chatting with people, bragging about how he seemed to have recently gotten a windfall..." Xu Mang said.
Yang Ruqing's heart moved slightly.
She looked up and met Luo Fengtang's gaze.
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In his eyes, he saw the same speculation.
Luo Fengtang nodded and asked Xu Mang, "Brother Xu, do you know where Chen San is now At the gambling den"
Xu Mang said: "The gambling den closes at dawn and only opens after nightfall when the lamps are lit."
Luofeng Tang frowned: "It seems the only option is to visit them!"
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Xu Mang said, "I know where he lives. I'll take you there right now."
Walking through the streets and alleys, Xu Mang brought Yang Ruohua and Luo Fengtang to a dilapidated alleyway on the outskirts of the county town.
The first house in the alley is Chen San's.
Xu Mang said.
To avoid alarming the snake, the three of them discussed it.
He planned to have Xu Mang go as a gambling buddy to check if Chen San was home.
Yang Ruqing and Luofeng Tang were waiting outside.
Soon, Xu Mang came out.
"How are you doing Are you at home" Luofengtang asked.
Xu Mang shook his head: "He should not be at home, the courtyard door was locked from the outside. I climbed over the wall, and the house inside was also locked."
“Not even half a figure is left, he must have taken the money and gone out to squander it on wine and women.”
Living it up
Yang Ruqing frowned.
There are so many wine shops and brothels in the county town.
Chen Sanzhen wants to hide and sleep in a girl's flower bed, it's really hard to find.
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"Xu Ge, you go ahead and busy yourself. I'll just hang out here with Tang YaZi."
Yang Ruqing said.
He glanced at the dilapidated front gate.
“This is his home, he'll eventually still come back to change clothes and such.” she said.
Hearing him say that, Luofeng Tang nodded along.
This is a test.
“Brother Xu, I've troubled you today. You have a lot to do as well, so go ahead and get busy!” Luo Fengtang said.
Xu Mang said: "You guys guard here first, and I'll ask my friends in the county to keep an eye out when I get back."
As soon as I hear any news about Chen San, I'll come to you guys!
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"Good!"
After Xu Mang left, Luofeng Tang and Yang Ruqing found a hidden place nearby and lay in wait.
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Waiting by the tree for Chen San to appear.
From morning until the afternoon, and then into the evening as twilight approached.
Apart from taking turns to use the toilet, they didn't leave their posts for a moment.
Until the twilight deepened and a cold wind blew.
Chen San has not appeared yet.
Both of them were cold and hungry.
Luo Fengtang said to Yang Ruqing, "Ruqing, you go back to the inn. I'll keep watch."
Yang Ruqing shook her head decisively: "Go back, I'll stay here."
Luo Fengtang was both amused and surprised.
Shaking his head, he said nothing and continued to keep watch.
If she can keep him safe, why would he have to go back
How could that be!
The two people continued to lie in wait.
It was getting colder and colder, and the two people's stomachs started rumbling one after another.
The chirping sounds, occasional bursts of it.
Yang Ruqing glanced around.
The dusk had deepened, like ink splashed across the sky. There was no moon tonight.
She took Luofengtang's hand and said, "It's too cold here. Let's go into Chen San's house and wait!"
Luo Fengtang nodded.
It's not convenient to go out during the day, for fear of disturbing the neighbors and causing trouble for Chen San's watchfulness.
At this time, dusk is the best cover.
Both were experts at scaling walls and climbing trees, silently slipping into the courtyard.
There are just three small houses in the courtyard.
Both main houses were locked, with a small hut next to them, which should be the kitchen, unlocked.
The two hurried into the kitchen.
I wouldn't dare to make a fire for warmth, but at least this kitchen has doors, windows, and walls.
It can block some wind.
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Yang Ruqing rummaged through another bucket in the dark, but found nothing to eat.
I almost got scared by a fat rat in the cupboard.
“No wonder the daughter-in-law ran away, life is ruined like this, who would want to live with him!”
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She muttered angrily.
The speaker has no intention, but the listener has a heart.
On the side, Luofengtang felt a blush creep up his cheeks.
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In the past, his kitchen was like this.
It was so filthy you couldn't step inside. A rat even scurried out of the barrel.
Fortunately, Qing'er didn't mind...
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He secretly decided that once this storm passed, he would not only strive and improve but also pay attention to the details of life.
Sesame and watermelon, both must be grasped!
"Qing'er, look at this!"
In the darkness, his voice came low.
Yang Ruqing leaned forward and touched the thing he had handed her.
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"It's sweet potato!"
Her voice was filled with a touch of excitement and surprise.
A person who had gone two meals without eating, came across a large red sweet potato that weighed over a pound.
Although it's raw, it's already enough to be delighted!
"Where did you come from" she asked.
"I found it under the firewood at the door of this stove," Luo Fengtang said.
“Qing’er, I roasted this for you to eat.”
Yang Ruoqing stopped him: "We can't make a fire, or we'll be discovered!"
Light a fire in the hearth, and smoke will come out of the chimney.
Roasted on the ground, there would be firelight in the house.
If it aroused Chen San's suspicions on his way home, then the whole day would have been for nothing.
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"Let's keep the sweet potatoes for now, they can still last. If he doesn't come back later, we'll just eat them." she said.
The two people continued to wait...
The senses were especially acute in the night.
Capturing all the movements outside, every gust of wind and sway of grass.
Outside the alley, there was previously a woman's voice calling for her child to come home for dinner.
As things went on, everything around gradually quieted down.
Far and near, several barks of dogs can be heard.
Night is long, seemingly endless.
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The two of them lay in wait in a small kitchen, barely five square meters, patiently squatting...
It was almost midnight, but Chen San still hadn't returned.
Both of them were starving.
"I peeled the sweet potato!"
Yang Ruqing said in a low voice.
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Chen San didn't appear, and there was no news from Xu Mang's side. She and Luo Fengtang had to keep guarding.
An empty stomach can't hold out for long.e her.When the dusk fell outside, the dinner on the table was cleared away.A dazzling array of fruits, pastries, and snacks were displayed on the table, changing as quickly as a carousel.Wang Cuilian,...