flstandardbreds Chapter 117 Pre-war arrangements
Chapter 117 Pre-war arrangements
The case was eventually investigated jointly by the Ministry of Justice, the Dali Temple, the Jingzhao Yin, and the Imperial Guards, but three days passed and there was still no clue.
"Waste! All of them are waste."
These days, the emperor lived in fear, like a frightened bird every minute and every second, always feeling that at some point someone would rush into the inner hall with a sharp knife and kill him.
But Yan Wanwan, the instigator of all this, was living a leisurely and comfortable life in the general's mansion, as if he was out of this world and leading a fairy-like life.
However, something unexpected happened.
On this day, Yan Wanwan felt a sudden pain in her heart, and the hidden supernatural power in her body was like a surging tide, instantly rushing and spreading uncontrollably in all directions.
A moment later, a piece of news that shocked her was like a thunderbolt, striking her heart directly.
A cold gleam flashed in Yan Wanwan's eyes, and he immediately called the butler over and ordered sternly, "Your general is in imminent danger. Quickly dispatch three hundred elite soldiers to disperse and rush to Yakou River for support. No mistakes are allowed!"
Seeing her serious expression, the housekeeper did not dare to delay for even a moment and immediately took the order and left to arrange everything.
After the housekeeper left, Yan Wanwan immediately left the house and headed straight for the rice shop in the city. When the shop owner saw her, a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes. He hurried forward and asked with a smile, "Young...sir, what would you like to buy today?"
Yan Wanwan raised her chin slightly, glanced at the shopkeeper with a haughty look, and said slowly, "Shopkeeper, do you recognize me?"
The shopkeeper looked puzzled and examined it carefully before tentatively asking, "Are you...?"
Yan Wanwan raised her lips in a subtle arc and said softly, "I am the general's wife, and also the county lady appointed by the emperor himself. Nanping Prefecture is my fiefdom."
Upon hearing this, the shopkeeper suddenly understood. With a flattering smile on his face, he hurriedly bowed and saluted, saying, "Oh, it turns out to be the county lady. I really didn't recognize you. I hope the county lady will forgive me."
Yan Wanwan waved her hand gently and said calmly, "Boss, I have a big deal here. Are you interested in discussing it in detail?"
The shopkeeper's eyes flashed, his shrewd expression showing, and he quickly responded, "Of course, I'd love to have you. Goods from the entire Nanping Prefecture are in great demand. I'm so lucky to be able to do business with you, the county lady. Please come in, county lady!"
As he spoke, the shopkeeper stepped aside and led Yan Wanwan into the inner room, cleverly isolating her from the scrutinizing and inquiring eyes outside.
When the door was closed, the shopkeeper's smile instantly faded, replaced by an anxious look. He asked in a low voice, "Miss, what happened? Those people outside..."
Yan Wanwan raised her hand to stop his questioning, her tone revealing a hint of impatience: "Don't pay attention to them. They are just people from the Dali Temple. They have been following me for several days, but I haven't found out anything. I came here today to ask you if there is any news about my father."
The shopkeeper showed regret on his face, slowly shook his head, and sighed, "Ever since my wife returned last time and discovered that it was false news deliberately spread by someone, I haven't heard any news from the prince since then."
Yan Wanwan nodded slightly, her brows furrowed slightly, and she murmured softly, "Those people couldn't deal with Father, so they tried to start with Mother, Big Brother, Big Sister, and the others."
She rubbed her brows and continued, "Mother has returned home now, surrounded by numerous guards, so I believe she's fine for now. Eldest sister is with me, so I can protect her. But my eldest and second brothers...they've always been bold and impulsive, and I'm really worried about them."
The shopkeeper quickly tried to comfort her, "Don't worry, young lady. The eldest and second young masters are closely guarded by secret guards. Those people can't easily hurt them."
Yan Wanwan shook her head slightly, a chilling look in her eyes: "Things are far from as simple as you think. Those people are ruthless, and their target isn't just the Prince of Zhennan. They want to wipe out our entire family."
After saying this, Yan Wanwan pulled a piece of paper from her sleeve and handed it to the shopkeeper, lowering her voice and admonishing him, "I've hidden a batch of weapons here. Send someone to secretly deliver them to my eldest and second brothers immediately. Tell them to be careful and take care of themselves. I'll be back to meet them soon."
The shopkeeper quickly took the note and said, "Don't worry, miss. I will definitely deliver it safely."
After everything was settled, Yan Wanwan rushed to Zhuangzi without stopping.
By this time, the farm had grown to a considerable size, no longer requiring her daily personal care. Look at the plants: in just a dozen days, they were already lush and vibrant. The chickens and ducks grew incredibly fast, fledging in just thirty or forty days. Not to mention the grain: a bountiful harvest would be ready in a few months. This scene was incredible to everyone, even Yan Wanwan herself. It was as if the farm was a blessed feng shui spot bestowed by heaven, and whatever was planted seemed to be under a magical growth spell, capable of rapid growth and splendour.
Yan Wanwan walked straight to the cellar, opened the door neatly, and prepared to take away the stored grain.
Seeing this, even though she was mentally prepared, she couldn't help but be shocked.
Unexpectedly, in such a short time, the cellar was already packed to the brim. Thanks to the unique temperature and humidity control in the cellar, the vegetables are all fresh and tender, without any signs of wilt or decay, which greatly extends their shelf life.
After leaving the cellar, Yan Wanwan came to the big tree that was so thick that it required several people to hug it.
The big tree seemed to have a spirit, with countless branches rustling and flexibly digging a deep pit in the ground, which was filled with various minerals.
“There are so many!”
Yan Wanwan took a closer look, her eyes full of shock. Although the types were not complicated, the number was considerable, and all of them had not been mined last time.
The branches and leaves of the tree seemed to be able to sense her emotions and rubbed her cheeks affectionately.
Yan Wanwan raised her hand and gently stroked the emerald green leaves. She spoke softly and carefully, "I want to transplant you to Nanping Prefecture. Are you willing?"
As soon as she finished speaking, the branches and leaves that were caressing her face suddenly froze, and a strong and complex emotion came over her. Yan Wanwan clearly caught the meaning of sadness and pain from it.
"Don't misunderstand me, I'm not going to abandon you. Now Nanping Prefecture is my fiefdom, and I hope you can go there with me to protect that world." Yan Wanwan hurriedly explained, her words sincere.
The branch remained still for a moment, then slowly swayed from side to side, as if expressing clear refusal.
Seeing this, Yan Wanwan's eyes rolled, and she soothed him gently, "Are you afraid of moving the roots and endangering your life? Don't be afraid, I have a way. I will first move you into my space, and when we arrive in Nanping Prefecture, I will plant you securely and ensure that you will not suffer any harm."
Upon hearing this, the tree seemed to be instantly injected with vigorous vitality, and its branches and leaves danced happily, obviously agreeing with pleasure.
"There's one more thing. Could you please leave a branch here? We'll need your help to take care of Zhuangzi in the future." Yan Wanwan made the request with a smile.
The tree seemed to understand human nature, gently shaking its leaves as if nodding in response.
Seeing this, Yan Wanwan felt warm in her heart, and she played intimately with the tree for a while before she calmed her mind and opened the connection channel to the end of the world.
This time, Yan Wanwan had a clear goal and found two factories.
Both factories specialize in the manufacture of armor parts, with exquisite craftsmanship and high-quality products.
As for the tedious and tiring work of assembling parts... Yan Wanwan's eyes flashed with cunning, and she handed it to the zombies without hesitation.
In this apocalyptic world, with zombies everywhere, who would object to this free and "obedient" labor force!