Marrying into a rich family by mistake, it is difficult to be a mistress

Chapter 164: The right medicine for the right disease

There are some strong winds today, coming in gusts.

However, the wind at this moment is as gentle as the spring breeze in March.

When it blew over Ji Chuhe's body, it gently lifted the corners of her flowing clothes, softly brushed her hair, and stole a faint fragrance from her body, which spread in the air and penetrated into the noses of these dark men.

In front of such an incredibly beautiful person, the wind even became gentle.

What about people?

Ji Chuhe stood up and walked forward slowly.

She looked particularly petite in front of these dark-skinned farm men.

Just like a flower blooming in a greenhouse, it cannot withstand wind and rain.

If I speak a little louder, I'm afraid it will scare her.

Manager Feng glanced at the tenants in front of him one by one.

Is this still the barbarian who could knock out three of their teeth with one punch yesterday?

Ji Chuhe was the first to break the silence, "Let me introduce myself to everyone. I am the wife of the prince. I am here today to deal with some conflicts between you and Zhuangzi."

"I heard what everyone just said. Xu Gui has committed many evil deeds. This is a fact. However, the murder case has not been fully investigated, so it is difficult to sentence Xu Gui. I hope everyone can give me and the prince a few more days. I promise that this matter will soon have a result."

"How come the murder case is not clear? It was Xu Gui who killed the person! Is there any need to investigate?"

"That's right! Who else could do such an unscrupulous and evil thing?"

"Even if we find out the truth, what can we do? The result is probably that Xu Gui didn't kill the person, and Xu Gui was released without charge!"

"Right, that is it!"

"Xu Gui cannot be innocent." Ji Chuhe's voice was calm, yet sonorous and powerful. There was even a firmness that made it impossible to question.

The servants standing by were all sweating.

The guards in the palace were always on guard against these tenants, fearing that they might suddenly do something extreme.

"I'm just saying that the murder case has not been investigated, but that doesn't deny Xu Gui's other crimes. Before I came here, I learned that Xu Gui often forced people to buy and sell grain when he collected grain to make wine. He bought everyone's grain at a very low price, causing tenants who originally had grain to go hungry. You can explain Xu Gui's forced buying and selling one by one, and I'll find someone to record it. I'll make up for everyone's losses first."

"Make up for the losses? How?" someone asked puzzledly.

"The money Xu Gui gave you is only enough to buy food. The rest will be returned to you without a pound less." Ji Chuhe responded softly.

As soon as these words were spoken, the tenants immediately began to discuss in a low voice.

After a while, they reached a consensus and agreed to Ji Chuhe's compensation.

"Manager Feng, the subsidized grain will first be provided by the farm."

"Madam, this... should we ask the Concubine Dowager for permission?" Steward Feng looked embarrassed.

"It was the Concubine who agreed to let Xu Gui come to collect the grain and invite a wolf into the house. She is also responsible. I have seen the accounts of the farm and there is enough grain to subsidize the tenants. As for this account, I will personally bring it back to the Concubine to see. Every wrong has its perpetrator and every debt has its creditor. The Concubine's creditor is Xu Gui. She will ask Xu Gui to make up for her losses."

Since Ji Chuhe said so, Manager Feng naturally didn't dare to stop him.

Ji Chuhe even supervised it personally, and the subsidies received were exactly the same.

There are a total of seventeen tenant households on the village. According to the registration, the smallest household can get 300 kilograms of rice, and the largest can get as much as 500 or 600 kilograms.

The tenants who received the grain could hardly believe it was true!

But the white rice was right in front of them.

These grains were a great fortune for them! They were also the food for a family of several people for half a year, or even a year!

The anger in my heart almost disappeared immediately.

"Everyone, rest assured. Forced buying and selling will never happen again." Ji Chuhe assured everyone.

"The Crown Prince's wife is wise!" someone couldn't help but shout.

Everyone nodded in agreement.

"With these grains and without Xu Gui's forced buying and selling, we won't have to go hungry this winter! The surplus food at home will definitely last until next year!"

"Yes! After so many years of farming, this is the most abundant year!"

"Thank you, Madam Crown Prince." Everyone bowed to Ji Chuhe again.

"You don't need to thank me. These originally belonged to you. Now, I am just returning them to their original owners."

Everyone felt warm in their hearts when they heard this.

"There's a murder case on Zhuangzi. The Crown Prince, my father, my mother, and I take it very seriously. The Crown Prince is presiding over the case and has found some suspicious areas. We have to continue investigating until the case is thoroughly investigated before making it public. We will not let Xu Gui bear a crime that does not belong to him just because he has committed many evil deeds, and we will not cover up his crimes just because he is the nephew of Concubine Xu! Please rest assured on this point. I guarantee it with my personality."

"I believe what the Crown Prince's wife says!"

"I believe it too!"

"We all believe in the Crown Prince's wife!"

Ji Chuhe smiled and nodded, "Then please wait with me. Once the truth is revealed, we will sentence Xu Gui as he should be. At that time, you will be subject to the supervision of all the people of Huaiyang!"

"Since the Crown Prince's wife has said so, we have nothing to say. We will just wait for the results of the investigation."

"That's right!"

"Then we won't bother the Crown Prince's wife anymore. We'll take our leave now."

Everyone was busy figuring out how to deal with the several hundred kilograms of rice they suddenly received.

My family will be so happy when I take this back.

Everyone in the village also breathed a sigh of relief.

Unexpectedly, Ji Chuhe easily resolved this crisis and appeased the tenants.

Ji Chuhe didn't think he was anything special.

She just prescribed the right medicine and it cured the disease.

"Manager Feng, you don't have to worry. I was the one who ordered the replenishment of the rations. Even if the Concubine Dowager blames me, I will take the responsibility."

Manager Feng was immediately flattered, "Thank you, Madam, for your consideration."

"It's getting late, you should go back and rest."

"Okay, Madam, if you need anything, please tell me at any time. I will take my leave now."

In the distance, several dark shadows were lying on the wall, watching every move here.

"It seems that these tenants will not conflict with Ji Chuhe. Our plan to rush in during the chaos will not work."

"Then wait until it's a little later in the night, set a fire to attract people's attention, and then take advantage of the chaos to get rid of Ji Chuhe at all costs!"

"Yes."

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When Ji Chuhe returned to the inner room, Mianzhu immediately took off her coat and rubbed her shoulders.

Suddenly, a gust of wind blew in, blowing out the candle on the table, and the room was instantly swallowed by darkness.

"I should have brought a lampshade earlier. Who knew there wasn't even a lampshade here? They're using such low-quality candles, which are so choking." Mianzhu complained while lighting candles.

"It doesn't matter. We have lived without candles before. Many families even use these candles sparingly."

"Miss, you are right." Mianzhu immediately lowered his head in shame.

"You've been tired all day, go and have a rest."

"Okay." Mianzhu moved the candle closer to Ji Chuhe's bed and went to make his own bed.

Ji Chuhe looked at the jumping flames and his eyes gradually dimmed.

I'm afraid tonight will be a sleepless night!