The government office naturally knew what to decide, so they directly arrested Shen Ruzhuo and prepared to interrogate him.
Although there is no result for the time being, everyone knows that Shen Ruzhuo is finished. If he is lucky and can make arrangements, he may be able to save his life, but if he cannot make arrangements, he is destined to be exiled three thousand miles away.
Shen Ruzhuo's fate caused quite a stir in the Jiaofangsi, and many people applauded.
In the Jiaofangsi, except for those newcomers who had just entered the Jiaofangsi and did not know who Shen Ruzhuo was, all the old people who had been in the Jiaofangsi for a period of time basically knew what kind of person Shen Ruzhuo was.
Most of the women in the Jiaofang Division are the female relatives of prisoners, and they were all forced to come to the Jiaofang Division, but it does not mean that they have no dignity of their own.
In order to survive, they had to obey the rules of the Jiaofangsi, but they also hated people like Shen Ruzhuo.
Zhou Chen naturally heard about Shen Ruzhuo's fate. He called Liang Yuan over and praised and encouraged him, which made Liang Yuan smile and be very excited.
Although this incident caused him to be scolded by his father, it was completely worth it compared to being valued by Zhou Chen.
Jiaofangsi!
Since Shen Ruzhuo was arrested, Song Yinzhang's mood has improved a lot. After coming to the Jiaofangsi, no one bothers her anymore.
Recently, she seldom went to the concert and spent more time training with Zhang Haohao. The July grand performance of the Jiaofangsi was coming soon, and she promised to help Zhang Haohao win the championship.
Zhang Haohao's voice was already unique in the Jiaofang Bureau, and even the emperor had praised it. Now with the addition of pipa master Song Yinzhang, her performance became even more exciting.
On this day, Song Yinzhang and Zhang Haohao were training when they suddenly saw the chief officer of the Jiaofang Bureau, Yuan Changhe, leading several officials towards them.
Song Yinzhang and Zhang Haohao immediately stopped their training, stood up, and saluted respectfully: "Greetings to the Yuan Envoy."
Yuan Changhe waved his hand amiably: "Get up."
Then he said, "Madam Song, this is Lord Tao, Doctor of the Ministry of Rites. Lord Tao is here specifically for your matter."
Song Yinzhang didn't understand what was going on, but he still bowed respectfully: "Song greets Lord Tao."
Zhang Haohao also followed suit and saluted: "Zhang greets Lord Tao."
"No need to be polite."
Doctor Tao also had a smile on his face, and his attitude became even better when he saw Song Yinzhang.
He took a wooden box from the servant behind him.
"Madam Song, this is your certificate of release from the law. From now on, you are no longer a prostitute of the Jiaofangsi, but a good citizen who has been released from the law."
Song Yinzhang couldn't believe his ears: "W-what?"
Yuan Changhe saw Song Yinzhang lose his composure and hurriedly urged him, "Why don't you hurry up and thank Master Tao?"
Song Yinzhang seemed to have just woken up from a dream, and hurriedly bowed to Doctor Tao: "Song thanks you, sir, may you be well..."
At this moment, she had already started to speak incoherently and she didn't even know what she was saying. She only knew how to say nice things to thank Doctor Tao.
But Doctor Tao was not at all dissatisfied with Song Yinzhang's misbehavior and still had a smile on his face.
"Madam Song, there is no need to do this. This is the certificate. Keep it. If Madam Song wants to register as a resident in Tokyo, you can purchase enough land. Once all the formalities are ready, come to the Ministry of Rites to find me. I can take you to the Ministry of Household Registration to handle the household registration."
"Thank you, sir, thank you, sir."
Song Yinzhang was so excited that she took the wooden box and her hands were shaking. She had always dreamed of escaping from her slavery and now that her dream had finally come true, it made her feel like she was in a dream and it was unreal.
From now on, she, Song Yinzhang, was finally no longer a lowly official prostitute, but a real good citizen.
Looking at the excited Song Yinzhang, Yuan Changhe and Zhang Haohao had different expressions.
As the Jiaofangshi, Yuan Changhe led officials from the Ministry of Rites. He had some understanding of his superior, Tao Langzhong, and knew the Jiaofangsi even better.
It was just a small matter for Doctor Tao to deregister a person.
But Doctor Tao came in person, and his attitude towards Song Yinzhang was so friendly, it didn't seem like he had taken a fancy to Song Yinzhang. So he understood that Song Yinzhang was able to be removed from the list because someone must have made a request, and the other party's rank was far higher than Doctor Tao.
This made him feel a little horrified, but at the same time he was also very glad that he had been very tolerant of Song Yinzhang because he valued her pipa skills and had not targeted her.
What was even more shocked than Yuan Changhe was Zhang Haohao. She had already found out about Song Yinzhang's background a long time ago.
She was just a prostitute who came from Qiantang with Zhao Pan'er. She had no background at all.
But looking at what was happening at this moment, and the attitudes of Doctor Tao and Envoy Yuan, it was obvious that Song Yinzhang was not as simple as she thought.
"Is she hooking up with some noble man?"
Zhang Haohao guessed in her heart, but also felt strange, because she didn't find any connection between Song Yinzhang and any noble person.
Although she was confused, at this moment, she was also moved.
The nobleman behind Song Yinzhang was so powerful that he easily helped Song Yinzhang get rid of her status as a slave and even helped her settle in Tokyo. So, would it be just a matter of a word to help her get rid of her status as a slave?
If the official prostitutes of the Jiaofangsi had the opportunity to leave their official duties, no one would refuse. Even if it meant becoming concubines of high-ranking officials, most of them would be willing to fight for it.
Zhang Haohao naturally wanted to get rid of her status, but although she had Chi Yanei's support behind her, Chi Yanei was just a wealthy man without an official position. Otherwise, he would have rescued her from the Jiaofangsi long ago.
Doctor Tao spoke a few more kind words to Song Yinzhang before leading his men out of the Jiaofangsi, with Yuan Changhe following to see them off.
Once they left, only Song Yinzhang and Zhang Haohao were left.
Song Yinzhang opened the wooden box and saw the contract, seal, etc. inside. He cried with joy and hugged it tightly.
Zhang Haohao watched from the side with tears in her eyes, and at the same time she could understand Song Yinzhang's excitement.
"Sister Yinzhang, congratulations, congratulations to you."
Song Yinzhang came back to his senses, wiped his tears, and said gratefully: "Good sister, thank you, thank you."
Her reaction time was relatively long, but at this moment, she finally realized that she didn't have any acquaintances in Tokyo, and the only person who could help her get rid of her citizenship was only one person.
That was the Loyal and Brave Marquis Zhou Chen, the man she admired and worshipped.
At this moment, the slight grudge in her heart towards Sister Pan'er immediately dissipated.
Zhang Haohao hesitated for a moment, but finally couldn't help asking in a low voice: "Sister Yinzhang, can I ask who helped you get rid of your citizenship? Did you promise them anything?"
She felt that Song Yinzhang must have paid something. Song Yinzhang was just a prostitute. If she hadn't paid anything, who would help her get rid of her status?
Song Yinzhang's expression became serious and she shook her head.
"Sister Haohao, I'm sorry, I really can't tell you who helped me. Sister Haohao, don't get me wrong, I really have my own difficulties, so I can't tell you."
A flash of disappointment crossed Zhang Haohao's face, but she quickly nodded in understanding.
"I understand. No matter what, I really congratulate you on escaping from the sea of suffering, Sister Yin Zhang."
"Thank you, good sister."
"Sister Yinzhang, you have now left the Jiaofangsi, and the July Grand Performance is coming soon. Are you still willing to help me?"
Zhang Haohao was worried. After knowing that Song Yinzhang had a backer, her attitude changed drastically.
Song Yinzhang nodded and said, "Of course, this is what I promised you, Sister Haohao. I will definitely help you."
"Thank you, Sister Yinzhang."
After talking to Zhang Haohao for a few words, Song Yinzhang left the Jiaofangsi with his pipa.
When I returned to Banzaimian, it was already late afternoon and there were only a few tables full of customers.
"Sister Pan'er, I'm back."
Zhao Pan'er raised her head and saw Song Yinzhang walking towards her with a happy face.
Sun Sanniang came over curiously and said, "Yin Zhang, why are you so happy today?"
She had seen the changes in Song Yinzhang and Zhao Paner in the past few days and understood what was going on, but she had no way to persuade them.
But today, Song Yinzhang was so happy and excited, which was a bit too abnormal.
Song Yinzhang said excitedly: "Sister Pan'er, Sister Sanniang, I, I have left the country."
"Ah, what?" Sun Sanniang asked in surprise.
"I have been cleared of my status. I am no longer a prostitute of the Jiaofangsi. I am now a member of the good class." Song Yinzhang shouted loudly.
Sun Sanniang's eyes widened immediately and she shouted in disbelief, "Really?"
"Uh-huh."
"Okay, great."
Sun Sanniang was also happy for Song Yinzhang, but she quickly reacted and looked at Zhao Paner.
"Pan'er, could it be?"
Zhao Paner smiled and nodded, then grabbed Song Yinzhang's hand and said softly, "That's great, Yinzhang, this is a great thing. Let's close the shop early tonight and go back to ask Sanniang to cook us a delicious meal so we can celebrate."
Song Yinzhang nodded vigorously, then his eyes turned red and he choked up, "Sister Pan'er, thank you, I, I..."
Zhao Pan'er smiled and comforted him: "It's okay, I understand, I am your elder sister and you are my younger sister, everything is as it should be. Besides, it's not my effort, you can thank him when you see him."
"Well, okay, Sister Pan'er."
Song Yinzhang hugged Zhao Paner tightly, feeling infinite joy and happiness in his heart.
Zhou Chen came to the mansion in Anyefang again in the evening, and happened to see Zhao Pan'er and several other girls sitting together, while Song Yinzhang was playing the pipa briskly.
From the sound of the pipa, one can hear Song Yinzhang's happy mood, which is full of joy.
After the song ended, Zhao Paner was the first to notice Zhou Chen and immediately stood up.
"Master Hou."
Sun Sanniang, Song Yinzhang and Yinping also stood up hurriedly and saluted Zhou Chen.
Song Yinzhang even put down his pipa and bowed deeply to Zhou Chen.
"Greetings, Lord. Thank you for helping Yin Zhang escape from slavery. I will never forget your kindness."
Zhou Chen chuckled and said, "No need to be so serious. I told you when we were in Qiantang that I would help you get rid of your citizenship when you arrive in Tokyo. I made you wait for two more months."
Song Yinzhang said: "My Lord, you can help Yinzhang escape from the state, so it is said that you have to wait two more months, even if it is two more years, it is reasonable."
Zhou Chen smiled, then took out an item from his arms and handed it to Song Yinzhang.
"This is a piece of music I got by accident, Liangzhou Dabian. I know you like music, so I'll give this to celebrate your release from prison today."
Song Yinzhang was flattered and took it. She was already grateful, and after knowing that this was from Liangzhou, she became even more excited and grateful.
(End of this chapter)
Chapter 991: Pan Er is shocked, Zhang Haohao is tempted
"Liangzhou Dabian!"
As a pipa enthusiast, Song Yinzhang certainly knew this famous pipa piece from the previous dynasty.
But she also knew that the piece of music "Liangzhou Dabian" had long been lost due to war, and nowadays, there were probably only a few musicians in the world who understood this pipa music.
Song Yinzhang never expected that Zhou Chen not only helped her escape from the Jiaofangsi and become a good citizen, but now he also helped her find the long-lost "Liangzhou Dabian". She was really grateful and happy in her heart.
If it were before, she would definitely think that Zhou Chen was helping her because he cared about her.
But ever since she saw the intimacy between Zhou Chen and Zhao Pan'er that night, she has slowly faced the reality. The reason why Zhou Chen is so good to her is because of her sister Pan'er, and not just for her.
"Thank you, my Lord."
After so many words to say, Song Yinzhang finally just said thank you.
Zhou Chen smiled slightly and said, "It's nothing. I got this Liangzhou Dabian by chance. I know you are good at pipa, so I gave it to you. I believe it will not be buried in your hands."
Song Yinzhang nodded vigorously: "I will definitely work hard to learn it and practice it well, and then let you, the Marquis, give me your comments."
"Then I'll look forward to good news."
Zhou Chen sat down next to Zhao Pan'er, and Yinping poured wine for Zhou Chen very attentively.
Zhao Pan'er asked softly, "Aren't you busy with official business today?"
"It's OK. I am the head of a yamen after all. I can't do everything by myself. Otherwise, why would I need so many subordinates?"
Zhou Chen replied, and then his expression suddenly became serious.
"Pan'er, I came here today. In addition to what I just said, I have one more thing to tell you."
Seeing Zhou Chen's expression suddenly become so serious, Zhao Pan'er suddenly became nervous, and even Sun Sanniang and the others didn't dare to speak.
"What happened?"
Zhou Chen thought for a moment and said, "For me, it should be considered a good thing. For you, to some extent, it is also a good thing, but it depends on how you think about it."
These words made Zhao Pan'er even more confused.
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