We agreed that you, a weak strategist, would fight against three heroes by yourself?

After a while, a waiter came out from behind the counter timidly, his face pale.

His eyes were erratic, and he looked around. After making sure that no one noticed him, he quietly walked to Xiao Cui.

"Miss Xiao Cui..." The waiter lowered his voice, with a hint of fear in his voice, "The shopkeeper... The shopkeeper was killed by several customers..."

Xiao Cui widened her eyes and looked at the waiter in disbelief. "What did you say?"

Her voice trembled, and her hands tightly grasped the waiter's arm.

"The shopkeeper was killed by several customers..." The waiter repeated, tears rolling in his eyes.

Xiao Cui's face turned pale in an instant, she opened her mouth wide, but couldn't make a sound.

Then, her eyes rolled up, her body softened, and she fell straight back.

"Miss Xiao Cui!" The waiter shouted in panic, and he quickly reached out and hugged Xiao Cui.

His face was full of anxiety and worry, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

The waiter used all his strength to carry Xiao Cui on his back and hurried to a room.

His steps were a little staggering, but he still tried to keep his balance, for fear of falling Xiao Cui.

When he arrived at the room, the waiter carefully put Xiao Cui on the bed, and then stood aside, rubbing his hands anxiously.

After a while, Xiao Cui woke up slowly, her eyes were empty and tears slid down her cheeks.

"How could this happen... How could this happen..." She murmured to herself, her voice full of despair and sadness.

The waiter looked at Xiao Cui distressedly and comforted her softly: "Miss Xiao Cui, don't be too sad, take care of yourself first."

Xiao Cui turned her head and looked at the waiter with tears in her eyes, "Why did those guests do this? My father is usually kind to others and has never offended anyone!"

The waiter shook his head helplessly.

Xiao Cui bit her lip, a trace of hatred flashed in her eyes, "I must avenge the shopkeeper!"

"Miss Xiao Cui, don't be impulsive!" The waiter hurriedly advised, "Let's report it to the authorities first and let the government handle this matter."

Xiao Cui was silent for a while, nodded, "Okay, that's the only way."

The waiter breathed a sigh of relief.

"Then Miss Xiao Cui, you should have a good rest first, I will report it to the authorities now." After saying that, he hurriedly left the room.

Xiao Cui lay on the bed, staring blankly at the ceiling, tears flowing down again.

But the waiter came back again.

He sighed softly, frowned and said: "Miss Xiao Cui, I just overheard the conversation between those people. They seem to be Xianbei people, and one of them seems to be the leader. If we report it to the authorities, I guess the officials will not dare to deal with it."

When Xiao Cui heard this, her face suddenly became even paler, like white paper.

Her lips trembled slightly.

"It's all my fault that I killed my father... It's all my fault..." Xiao Cui covered her face with both hands, tears flowing from between her fingers. Her shoulders kept shaking, as if the whole world had collapsed.

The waiter looked at Xiao Cui with heartache, and comforted her softly: "Miss Xiao Cui, how can you be blamed for this? This is not your fault."

Xiao Cui raised her head, looked at the waiter with tears in her eyes, and said with a sob: "No, it's my fault. If it weren't for me, my father wouldn't have provoked these Xianbei people for me, and there wouldn't have been this disaster..."

"Miss Xiao Cui, don't blame yourself too much, it's useless to say this now."

That night, the moonlight sprinkled on the streets of Fang County like water. In the silence, a soldier who was exhausted came hurriedly. He was sent by Xi Yu.

When Liu Bei learned that he was sent by Xi Yu, he showed a look of surprise on his face and hurried forward.

"The prime minister received your letter and asked us to come and tell you what he meant."

Then he conveyed what Xi Yu said.

When Liu Bei heard this, his tense nerves relaxed immediately, and he breathed a long sigh of relief, with a look of relief on his face, muttering to himself: "Great, great..."

Then, Liu Bei immediately ordered: "Hurry up, treat them well."

After that, he personally led the soldiers into the house and ordered the servants to prepare a sumptuous meal.

On the other side, Xiyu and Tuoba Yu returned to the Prime Minister's Mansion together, and both of them were silent all the way.

Xiyu turned his head to look at Tuoba Yu from time to time, but found that her face had become very ugly at some point.

"Tuoba Yu, what's wrong with you?" Xiyu stopped and looked at her with concern, frowning slightly, and his eyes were full of confusion.

Tuoba Yu just shook his head gently, pursed his lips, and said nothing.

Her eyes were a little dim, as if hiding something difficult to say.

Xiyu was puzzled, thinking to himself: I didn't offend her in any way, why did it suddenly become like this?

During the meal, Tuoba Yuhai was talking and laughing.

Xiyu felt even more strange, and kept wondering what went wrong.

Tuoba Yu returned to the guest room with an ugly face.

Xiyu stood there, looking at her leaving back, his heart full of confusion and worry.

He thought to himself: What happened? What is she thinking?

No, I have to find a chance to ask her.

Xiyu hurried to the guest room where his brother Xi Zhicai was, and saw Xi Zhicai sitting quietly as soon as he entered the door.

Xi Zhicai looked at Xiyu with a smile, with a hint of relief in his eyes.

"Brother, I'm just about to look for you. I'd better go back to our small village to live."

When Xiyu heard this, he hurriedly shook his head, frowned tightly, and said anxiously: "Brother, no! I want to buy you a house in the city, find someone to protect you, and then find some servants to serve you!"

Xi Zhicai waved his hand gently and said gently: "Brother, it's really not necessary. I'm used to living in the small village. That's where I belong."

Xiyu's face was full of reluctance and anxiety.

"Brother, how can I feel at ease if you are alone in the small village!"

Xi Zhicai reached out and patted Xiyu's shoulder, and said with a smile: "Brother, don't worry, I will live well in the small village, that's where I feel most comfortable."

Xiyu didn't say anything, smiled and left.

Xi Zhicai suddenly called him.

"Brother!"

Xiyu stopped and looked back at Xi Zhicai in confusion.

Xi Zhicai smiled slightly and said earnestly: "If you really want to find a woman, it's not impossible, but remember not to let her know that I am the prime minister's brother."

Xi Yu frowned slightly, not understanding why Xi Zhicai said that.

"Why?"

Xi Zhicai looked at Xi Yu and said seriously: "If she knew my identity, she might not be with me because she loves me as a person, but because of my status. Such feelings will not last long."

Xi Yu suddenly realized it and nodded repeatedly: "Brother, what you said makes sense. I didn't think it through."

"It's good that you understand. Finding someone who truly loves you is more important than anything else."

"Brother, don't worry, I will definitely look for someone well."

After saying that, Xi Yu looked at Xi Zhicai again, and then turned and left.

It was late at night, and Xi Yu came to Sun Shangxiang's room.

Sun Shangxiang had already dressed up and was waiting for his arrival. Her face was filled with an expectant smile, and her eyes were shining with joy.

However, as soon as Xi Yu walked into the room, the expression on his face made Sun Shangxiang's smile freeze instantly.

He stood there worriedly, looking like he was worried.

Seeing this, Sun Shangxiang asked with concern: "What's wrong, husband? What happened to make you so sad?"

Xiyu raised his head, looked at Sun Shangxiang, sighed deeply, and then told her everything about Tuoba Yu.

Sun Shangxiang listened quietly, and the expression on her face became serious.

After Xiyu finished speaking, Sun Shangxiang said slowly: "Husband, it is really hard to guess what a woman is thinking. However, I think the reason why Miss Tuoba Yu's face changed so much may be that there is something unspeakable. Maybe she encountered some trouble, or she has something on her mind. You can try to care more about her, communicate with her more, and understand her thoughts and feelings."

Xiyu listened to Sun Shangxiang's words and did not speak.

Sun Shangxiang seemed to be thinking about something.

Then, she raised her head, looked at Xiyu, and said slowly: "My husband, I guess Miss Tuoba Yu may have some inferiority complex."

Xiyu listened, a puzzled look on his face, and asked: "Inferiority complex? Why do you say that?"

Sun Shangxiang smiled slightly and said: "Although I have never met Miss Tuoba Yu, from your description, I think she may be a little sensitive and inferior because she is a foreign woman. She may think that you let her be a maid and don't let her work because you reject her."

Xiyu listened to Sun Shangxiang's words, pondered for a moment, and then nodded.

"You have a point. I really didn't think about it before."

Sun Shangxiang gently held Xiyu's hand and said, "Husband, don't blame me for being nosy. I just think that Miss Tuoba Yu may need more care and understanding. You can find a chance to have a good talk with her and let her know that you are not rejecting her."

"You are really thoughtful. I will find a chance to talk to Tuoba Yu."

"Husband, do you still need to be so polite to me? We are husband and wife, we should care about each other and support each other."

Xiyu nodded, then held Sun Shangxiang's hand tightly.

Early the next morning, Xiyu couldn't wait to find Tuoba Yu.

He came to Tuoba Yu's door and found that the door was open.

He knocked on the door gently and walked in.

Tuoba Yu was sitting at the table, holding a book in his hand, his eyes a little dull.

She heard someone coming in, looked up, and saw that it was Xiyu, with a look of surprise on her face.

"Prime Minister, why are you here so early?" Tuoba Yu asked with a hint of doubt in his tone.

Xiyu looked at Tuoba Yu with a concerned look on his face. "I heard that you didn't look very well yesterday, so I came to see you."

Tuoba Yu lowered her head and sighed softly.

"I'm fine, just a little uncomfortable."

Xiyu sat on the chair opposite Tuoba Yu, looked at her, and said seriously: "Tuoba Yu, I want to make it clear to you that I really don't like being served, and it has nothing to do with your identity. Don't think too much."

When Tuoba Yu heard Xiyu's words, she was stunned. Her eyes were wide open, full of surprise and confusion.

She never thought that Xiyu would understand her thoughts, after all, she had never said these thoughts out loud.

After a while, Tuoba Yu suddenly laughed, her laughter was crisp and pleasant, like the sound of birds in spring. Her face was full of smiles, her eyes curved into crescents, and the whole person became relaxed and happy.

"How do you know what I'm thinking?" Tuobayu asked with a smile, her tone full of curiosity and surprise.

"I just had a feeling you might think so."

Tuobayu was even more moved after hearing Xi Yu's words.

She feels that Xi Yu is a very attentive and considerate person who can detect her inner thoughts and feelings. She looked at Xi Yu, her eyes shining with gratitude and joy.

A new day has come, and the sun shines on Xiao Cui's face through the window, but her eyes are still full of pain and sadness.

The waiter sat beside her bed and watched over her silently.

The inn was not open today, and the whole inn seemed particularly quiet.

Xiaocui's voice broke the silence, "I can't just let it go, I must avenge my father!" Her tone was firm, and there was a trace of determination in her eyes.

The waiter looked at her worriedly.

"Xiaocui, is reporting to the official really useful? Those Xianbei people are not easy to mess with..." There was a hint of fear and hesitation in his voice.

Xiaocui turned her head and looked at the waiter.

"What if I don't report it to the official? Are we going to let my father die in vain? I must let them receive the punishment they deserve!"

The waiter hesitated for a moment, then nodded.

"Okay, Xiaocui, I support you. Then let's report it to the official now."

Although he was still a little worried, seeing Xiao Cui being so determined, he decided to face it with her.

Xiao Cui's eyes flashed with determination.

She suddenly said: "Why don't we go directly to the Prime Minister!"

When the waiter heard this, he almost jumped up in fright.

His face turned pale instantly, "Go to the Prime Minister directly? How is this possible!"

"Why not? I heard that the Prime Minister loves the people like his own son and will definitely uphold justice for us!"

The waiter's lips trembled slightly, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

"But...but it would be too rash to go directly to the Prime Minister..."

Xiaocui clenched her fists tightly.

"I can't control that much anymore! My father can't die in vain. Those Xianbei people must be punished!"

Seeing Xiaocui's persistence, the waiter couldn't help but feel a little shaken.

So, the two of them packed up their things and set out on the road to Youzhou.

Along the way, Xiao Cui felt very heavy, and the waiter seemed a little nervous and scared, but he still followed Xiao Cui closely and silently supported her.

The name of the waiter in this shop is Qian Fuqiang.

Qian Guoqiang and Xiaocui were walking on the road.

Suddenly, Qian Guoqiang stopped.

Xiaocui turned her head, looked at him doubtfully, and asked, "What's wrong?"

Qian Guoqiang took a deep breath, looked into Xiao Cui's eyes, and said seriously: "Xiao Cui, there is actually something I have always wanted to tell you. I like you."

Xiaocui was stunned when she heard this, with a surprised expression on her face.

She didn't expect Qian Guoqiang to suddenly confess to her, and she didn't know how to respond.

Qian Guoqiang looked at Xiaocui's reaction and continued nervously: "I know the shopkeeper has left. I want to take care of you in the future so that you will no longer be alone."

With that said, Qian Guoqiang stretched out his hand and gently held Xiaocui's hand.

Xiaocui felt the warmth coming from Qian Guoqiang's hand, and a complex emotion surged in her heart.

Xiaocui lowered his head and was silent for a while, then raised his head, looked into Qian Guoqiang's eyes, and said slowly: "Brother Qian, thank you for your kindness, but I don't have the time to think about this yet."

Qian Guoqiang had a look of disappointment on his face after hearing this.

But he still nodded and said: "I understand that you have just experienced such a big blow and you need time to recover. I will always wait for you, no matter how long it takes."

Xiao Cui looked at Qian Guoqiang and felt moved in her heart.

She knows Qian Guoqiang is a good person, but she is not ready to accept a new relationship.

"Brother Qian, I accept your wishes, but let's get along as friends first." Xiaocui said.

After hearing this, Qian Guoqiang showed a smile on his face and said, "Okay, I respect your decision. Let's be friends first, and we'll talk about future matters later."

After saying that, Qian Guoqiang and Xiaocui continued to walk forward.

Tuoba Lu and Tian Chong were trudging forward in the wilderness, with dark clouds in the sky and strong winds.

Tuoba Lu looked up at the sky and secretly cried out.

"Tian Chong, we have to find a place to take shelter from the rain quickly, otherwise we will get wet." Tuoba Lu said loudly.

Tian Chong nodded and looked around, hoping to find a shelter from the rain.

However, they were walking in this barren mountain and there was no inn or even a place to hide.

"Chief, look! There is a ruined temple there!" Tian Zhi suddenly pointed forward and shouted.

Tuoba Lu looked in the direction of Tian Chong's finger and saw a dilapidated temple not far away.

A few of their followers were delighted and immediately quickened their pace towards the ruined temple.

When they entered the ruined temple, they were already soaked by the rain.

Tuoba Lu and Tian Chong gasped, looking at each other's embarrassed looks, and couldn't help laughing.

"Although this ruined temple is dilapidated, it is better than being exposed to the rain outside." Tuoba Lu said.

Tian Chong nodded and began to look at the ruined temple. There were spider webs all around the ruined temple, and there were some cracks on the walls. It looked like no one had been there for a long time.

"Let's find a place to sit down and dry our clothes." Tuoba Lu said.

Tian Chong found a relatively clean place to sit down, while Tuoba Lu stood at the door, looking at the rain outside.

"I don't know how long this rain will last, we have to find some food and water." Tuoba Lu said.

Tian Chong frowned, "Where can we find food and water in this wild mountain?"

Tuoba Lu thought for a while and said, "We can look around the ruined temple, maybe we can find some wild fruits or water sources."

"Chief, maybe the heavy rain will stop soon, let's not think about so many problems for now." (End of this chapter)