Surprise! I emptied the emperor's private treasury before exile

Chapter 364 Borrowing Troops

Feng Guqiu immediately bowed respectfully to Chu Ci, with a smile as bright as a spring flower on his face, and said, "That's great! Thank you so much for your generosity, my lady!"

After saying that, she turned around, waved happily at Ganniang Yang, and called out loudly, "Ganniang Yang, let's go quickly and get the meat from the kitchen."

Upon hearing this, Ganniang Yang first looked at Chu Ci with a complicated look, which contained both gratitude and a hint of confusion.

Then he turned to look at Feng Guqiu, with a hint of determination in his eyes.

Finally, he gritted his teeth, folded his hands tightly in front of him, bowed respectfully to Chu Ci, and said in a trembling voice: "Princess, I will follow Miss Feng in!"

Chu Ci nodded slightly and said gently, "Go ahead, and move faster."

As soon as Feng Guqiu and Yang Ganniang left, Fan Wu, who was beside Fan Jingrui, hurried over. He was panting, with beads of sweat on his forehead, and shouted, "Madam, there is news from the Cui family!"

Chu Ci's expression suddenly changed when he heard this. His originally relaxed expression instantly became serious and solemn. His eyebrows were tightly knitted like two inverted crescent moons. He immediately and decisively ordered Jiang Li and Fan Wu: "Let's go back quickly."

Then, she walked quickly to Fan Jingrui's study. As soon as she entered the room, she couldn't wait to ask, "Tell me, what's going on?"

"Did you run all the way here?" Fan Jingrui said as he motioned to Fan Wen beside him to pour him a glass of water, his face full of concern.

Then he personally brought the water to Chu Ci and said softly, "Don't be anxious, take a breath, and speak slowly."

Chu Ci took the cup, raised his head and drank the water in the cup, then asked again anxiously: "Hurry up and tell me."

Seeing this, Fan Jingrui frowned but tried to speak gently, giving Chu Ci a heads-up: "Let me tell you first, don't be impatient."

Chu Ci's heart immediately skipped a beat, as if hit by a heavy hammer, and a strong sense of uneasiness suddenly surged in his heart.

But she still tried to remain calm, bit her lip and nodded.

Fan Jingrui then slowly said, "Go and keep an eye on the Cui family to report back. Those people with ill intentions are planning to take advantage of the opportunity to kidnap Yang Xing on his way to the ruined temple."

Chu Ci frowned upon hearing this, and her expression became more solemn, like a dark cloud, and she asked, "Is this all?"

Fan Jingrui hesitated for a moment, his expression slightly solemn, and said: "Fan Wu has almost figured out the details of the Cui family, and has also obtained the account books and some contract documents. But..."

At this point, Fan Jingrui hesitated to speak, and his brows furrowed even tighter, as if he could pinch a fly to death.

How could Chu Ci not understand? He immediately asked, "Is there someone behind him? Do you want to use Yang Xing to fish?"

Fan Jingrui nodded and said with a serious expression: "But according to what Fan Wu found out, that person has a habit of abusing children. And this behavior has been going on for a long time, with many victims. His methods are so cruel that they are outrageous."

Chu Ci's eyebrows immediately raised when he heard this, and he said angrily: "Didn't we find the account books and the contract documents? Just arrest the man and interrogate him. I don't believe he won't confess!"

Fan Jingrui just coughed and didn't answer.

It was Fan Wen who stepped forward and said respectfully, "My lord, the reason why Landlord Cui was able to become a landlord in a border area like Tingzhou is because the Cui clan members are united and ruthless."

"They are quite powerful in the local area. Not only do they control a lot of land and resources, they also secretly collude with some foreign forces."

"If anyone touches their interests, they will suppress and retaliate by any means necessary. Therefore, if you want to touch Landlord Cui, you have to be cautious."

Chu Ci's eyes were firm, his fists clenched, and he said in a sonorous voice: "So before we take down Landlord Cui, we must eradicate the entire Cui family?"

Fan Jingrui nodded, fearing that Chu Ci would be angry.

Unexpectedly, Chu Ci clenched his fists and opened his red lips slightly: "When I think about it this way, it's quite exciting."

After saying that, she stared at Fan Jingrui with her beautiful eyes, "What's the county lieutenant's name?"

"Chan Yufeng." Fan Jingrui sighed, "My wife, the few people Shan Yufeng has are not enough to fill the gaps in the Cui family's teeth."

Unexpectedly, when Fan Jingrui said this, Chu Ci's eyes instantly became sharp, staring at Fan Jingrui intently and asked: "Is it not enough, or do you simply not trust him?"

"Hmph, don't think I can't see it. Tell me, what are you planning? Don't hide it from me, tell me the truth!"

Although Fan Jingrui had long been accustomed to Chu Ci's vigorous and straightforward style, he was still choked this time.

His face flushed and he opened his mouth, but he didn't know how to explain.

After a long while, he finally caught his breath and said, "I need you to use the imperial sword in your hand to borrow troops from General Ye."

Chu Ci was stunned at first, thinking it was something else, but he didn't expect it to be this.

But this is indeed the quickest solution.

So she slapped her chest proudly and said loudly: "Hey, I didn't think it was a big deal! Don't worry, husband, I'll take care of it."

Hearing Chu Ci's agreement, Fan Jingrui's eyes were solemn. He bowed to Chu Ci and said solemnly: "My wife, this matter is of great importance. The Cui family has a deep foundation in the local area and many spies. If we are not careful, all our previous plans will be wasted."

"In order not to alert the Cui family and prevent them from being on guard, I hope you will set out immediately after dark. Time is running out and there is no room for delay."

"It's a long journey to borrow troops, and there may be many variables along the way. You must be careful and cautious, and put your own safety first. Don't act rashly, and protect yourself first when you encounter danger."

Chu Ci raised his eyebrows and responded confidently: "Don't worry, I'm not a timid person. This little thing won't be difficult for me. I can definitely handle it."

Fan Jingrui nodded slightly and said expectantly, "Then I'll have to trouble you with everything. I'll be waiting for your good news at home."

Chu Ci raised the corners of his mouth, revealing a determined smile, his eyes revealing fearlessness and courage: "Husband, don't worry, I will not fail in my mission. When I return, it will be the day when the Cui family will be destroyed!"

She straightened her back, exuding confidence, and turned to prepare for departure, her steps firm and powerful without any hesitation.

At the same time, in General Zhenbei’s mansion.

In General Ye's study, the candlelight flickered, illuminating his solemn face in a half-bright and half-dark way.

He sat at the desk, frowning, holding the brush in his hand suspended in the air, and said in a deep voice: "Lin'er, how is Lord Fan doing?"