Because in the past, they could eat with Su Jinyao, but now even if Su Jinyao only comes back to save relatives, they can't break the rules.

Xiao Nan didn't think anything of it, anyway, Xiuning said that she wanted to obey the rules, so she didn't ask much.

A-Ning didn't mean to eat at the same table with Su Jinyao. She served the meal alone, sat down next to her, and ate it by herself.

Therefore, Sophie made several dishes, but the father and daughter of the Su family ate them with Su Jinyao.

It was only during the meal that Sophie lifted the veil from her face. The veil was thin, but it only blurred her face a little.

Now that the veil is off, you can clearly see that the scar on her face has faded a lot, and she doesn't know what happened to Sophie, who is so unconfident.

Su Jinyao also tried to ask Sophie why she insisted on wearing the veil, but the topic was pulled over several times, and Sophie either kept silent or diverged again, and it seemed that she still didn't want to talk about it.

Su Jinyao simply didn't ask. Along with Xu Chenming's matter, Su Jinyao didn't ask much.

She was thinking, maybe Sophie's psychology was still too weak, maybe it would be better in a few days.

In this way, the family had a peaceful and stable dinner together.

After eating, Su Xiangui asked Su Jinyao if she would stay and live together. Sophie also said: "I left you a room over there, everything has been arranged, and the bedding on the bed is new." ”

Su Jinyao said, "No." Dad and eldest sister, you better rest early. I'll go back to Jasmine Garden, because I still have some things to do. ”

Su Xiangui also expressed his understanding and did not force it. But he didn't forget to tell Su Jinyao to be careful on the way back.

A-Ning finally said: "Master, please rest assured, I will protect the master's safety." ”

Su Jinyao said goodbye to them again and left with A-Ning. And Xiuning is temporarily living with Xiao Nan, so Jasmine Garden only Su Jinyao and A Ning went back together.

Although no one has lived in Jasmine Garden for a long time, Xiuning has cleaned it several times since she came back this time.

When Su Jinyao and A Ning returned here, the house was very clean, and the beds were all folded neatly. The quilt seems to have just been sunburned, it is loose and soft, and there is a bit of the smell of the sun.

Su Jinyao asked A-Ning to choose a room to rest at random, and she didn't necessarily have to be by her side.

This Anji City is actually very safe, and there should be very few people who know Su Jinyao's identity. Otherwise, it is estimated that Su Jinyao will not live in this jasmine garden, but will be offered by the official here.

As for whether A-Ning can really rest with peace of mind, or secretly fulfill the duties of the shadow guard, or protect Su Jinyao in the shadows every inch, Su Jinyao doesn't care.

When she returned here, she was stable and steady, and Su Jinyao also fell asleep not long after lying down.

After a good night's sleep, Su Jinyao finally had a good night's sleep and slept until she woke up naturally.

Without Gu Xuebin, this guy kept pestering her all night long, making Su Jinyao sleep a night, which felt really precious.

When Su Jinyao got up, Xiuning had already come over to prepare breakfast for Su Jinyao. Xiuning is still so diligent, cleaning up inside and out, and the breakfast is also light and delicious.

Xiuning also specially asked Su Jinyao: "Master, how many days do you want to stay here?" Otherwise, I'd better just move back and serve you. ”

Su Jinyao said: "I plan to go back to my hometown in Pingshan Village tomorrow to have a look, and when I come back, I will take you to Mingyang City together." Give you to Jinmei and let her teach you something, so it's okay for you to be close to Xiao Nan for two days. ”

Xiuning also knew that if she went to Jinmei, it would be a long time before she came back.

She and Xiao Nan both came out of the Red Sleeves Workshop, and they followed Su Jinyao together, so they cherished this reunion very much, so they decided to stay with Xiao Nan.

Not long after breakfast, Ma Liu came with the account book. There are a lot of account books, and a large suitcase full of them was carried by Dongzi and Ma Liu.

Su Jinyao smiled and said, "Brother Ma Liu, do you want me to read all the account books over the years?" Then I guess it's going to be the last month. ”

Ma Liu smiled and said, "Master, which account do you want to see, and when do you want to see it, I'll just find it for you." It doesn't take much time for you to watch. ”

Su Jinyao actually looked at the account book just to look at the operation of the carriage and horse shops in various places and understand the freight market in various places. She didn't really want to check the accounts.

Su Jinyao said a few routes with more active freight transportation, and asked Ma Liu to find the account book and show it to her.

While watching, Su Jinyao also made some records. In one morning, the intersection of waterway and land transportation, the advantages and disadvantages were made a detailed comparative analysis.

At lunchtime, Su Jinyao and Ma Liu sat together while eating and chatting, and once again sorted out and finalized the substantive issues of water transportation.

Now that a complete and meticulous shipping plan has been formed, Su Jinyao is ready to open up a new business route again.

Finally returned to Pingshan Village

After talking to Ma Liu, it was just past noon. Su Jinyao looked at the sky, and asked Dongzi to lead her and A Ning's horses outside the city to wait.

Su Jinyao said to Ma Liu: "Brother Ma Liu, let's go back to Pingshan Village today." If there are no accidents, I will be back in two days at most. ”

Ma Liu also joked with Su Jinyao, and said, "The master has arranged the time so tightly, is he in a hurry to get things done and go back to the capital?" The newlywed Yan'er really shouldn't be separated for too long. ”

Su Jinyao smiled and said, "Yes, I miss my man." Brother Ma Liu, you and Xiaoying are old husbands and wives, or you will go to the capital with me this time. Then follow me to the south to build a waterway and shipping. It is estimated that I can come back once a year and a half. I'm relieved to have you in charge. ”

As soon as Ma Liu heard that this topic had turned to him, he still had to go to the south, and it would take a year and a half to come back, so he quickly waved his hand.

He said as if begging for mercy from Su Jinyao: "Master, you can do it, don't transfer me away." Otherwise, let me take Xiaoying and my son with me. Otherwise, I will be gone for more than half a year, and my son won't even know his father when I come back. ”

Su Jinyao still didn't let go, and said deliberately: "Sixth Brother Ma, Xiao Beisheng is newly married." I think you and Xiaoying should also find a feeling of being newly married. ”

Ma Liu didn't agree, and hurriedly said: "Master, Dongzi has already gone to lead the horse, I'll send you out of the city." If you leave late, I'm afraid it will be dark when you arrive in Pingshan Village. ”

Su Jinyao knew that Ma Liu was deliberately diverting the topic, he was reluctant to let go of his wife and children at home, and he was afraid that he would really transfer him away.

Su Jinyao laughed "haha" and said, "Okay, for Xiaoying's sake, I'll spare Sixth Brother Ma this time." If you see me again in the future, then I will really transfer you away. ”

Ma Liu said again and again: "Don't dare, don't dare, listen to the master's orders." ”

Su Jinyao and A Ning simply packed up and prepared to go to Pingshan Village.

Ma Liu naturally wanted to personally send Su Jinyao out of the city. Ma Liu is now a leading figure in Anji City, so there are people who take the initiative to greet him when he walks on the street.

In contrast, Su Jinyao and A Ning walked silently, looking quite low-key.

Finally got out of the city, Ma Liu was also a little embarrassed, and tried to explain to Su Jinyao that it was not his intention to swagger like this, and it made him very uncomfortable to snub Su Jinyao.

Su Jinyao said, "It's okay." Brother Ma Liuge is sitting here, of course, he has to save face to earn it, I have the intention to live behind the scenes, and I won't care about these things. ”

After speaking, Su Jinyao remembered one more thing and asked Ma Liudao, "I don't know if Qiu Ying has any news?" Ever since the last time we parted in Huwei Village, I haven't gotten a response from her. ”

Ma Liu nodded when he heard this, and said, "It seems that I heard that Qiu Ying returned to Mingyang City last month and was with Jinmei." But I don't know why, Jinmei and Autumn Shadow didn't make a noise, it seems that Autumn Shadow didn't even see those spies, so she went to the villa. I don't know anything else. ”

Su Jinyao frowned, feeling that this matter was really too strange. But it's no wonder that she can't contact Autumn Shadow, causing Autumn Shadow to not contact the secret agent, and she didn't contact Jinmei directly, and there is a small disconnection at both ends, so she can't get news of Autumn Shadow.

Ma Liu asked again: "If the master has something to do with Qiuying, I will send someone to Mingyang City, and there will definitely be news after asking Jinmei." ”

Su Jinyao said: "No need, the matter here is dealt with, I'll go and see for myself." You don't have to say anything, just don't listen to me ask about Autumn Shadow. ”

Su Jinyao wanted to see what Qiu Ying was suddenly hiding silently.

After speaking, Dongzi also brought the two horses. Dongzi himself brought a horse and asked Su Jinyao if he needed him to follow him back to Pingshan Village.

Su Jinyao said, "Then you can follow." If something happens, someone will come out and deliver the message. ”

Of course, A-Ning, as Su Jinyao's shadow guard, can't be called as a herald, but taking Dongzi can save a lot of trouble.

The three of them got on their horses and ran together in the direction of Pingshan Village.

I haven't been back for a long time, but this road is as clear as it seems to be imprinted in Su Jinyao's mind.

It's just that there are not many carriages and pedestrians on this road, and there are even fewer good horses like Su Jinyao.

walked all the way, and was almost observed all the way. But Su Jinyao couldn't help but think of the first time she walked out of Pingshan Village, she was still sitting in the carriage.

It's just that she didn't expect that as soon as the horses ran through Xiaozhang Village, the scene in front of her made Su Jinyao stunned. At the same time, he stopped the horse and stood at the intersection in a daze.

Originally, there was a mountain path leading to Pingshan Village, which could only be passed by a horse-drawn carriage, and the road surface was also uneven and rugged.

But now in front of Su Jinyao is a spacious road, which can walk two carriages side by side, and the road surface is also very smooth with earth and stones, and traces of ramming can be seen.

If it weren't for the mountain walls on both sides of the road, it would have been difficult to widen, and it is estimated that it would have been widened.

"It's really different here." Su Jinyao looked at it for a while, and then she understood why the small road became a big road.

Because of the ore! Silver ore was found on this mountain, and Gu Xuebin and Gu Shangqing also built a smelter on the mountain outside the capital. The ore here had to be transported out, and the original mountain trail would not work.

However, with the help of the government, let alone opening a wide road, even if the mountains are moved, it is estimated that it will only be a matter of time.

After looking at it for a while, Su Jinyao took a deep breath and urged the horse to run forward.

No matter what changes here, her home is still here. Her and Gu Xuebin's initial love affair also began here.

When she ran across the intersection, Su Jinyao couldn't help but raise her head to look at the place where Gu Xuebin would have hung the garland.

The raised stones were still there, but the garlands were gone. Although she could only see the bare mountain wall, Su Jinyao could always remember her past.

Ah Ning also followed Su Jinyao's gaze, but what she observed was not the scenery, but wanted to find out the dangers that might be hidden here.

Running to the head of Pingshan Village in one breath, Su Jinyao reined in her horse and looked carefully at the small mountain village in front of her.

The houses here have not changed much, but one of the roads in the village has been significantly widened. There should be a mining cart passing by this side.

When Su Jinyao stopped at the head of the village with Dongzi and A-Ning, someone noticed them.

A mother-in-law walked over with a basket in her hand, and deliberately glanced at Su Jinyao twice, and then twice. Finally, he stopped and asked in surprise, "Are you ...... The second girl of the Su family? ”

Old neighbors in the village

Hearing the woman call herself like this, Su Jinyao agreed and looked at the woman as well. But after looking at it twice, I just felt very familiar, but I couldn't name it for a while.

"I'm the second sister-in-law of the Li family." The woman saw that Su Jinyao was frowning, so she reported to the house.

Su Jinyao suddenly remembered. When she helped Chunniu split up, the Li family's eldest sister-in-law, second sister-in-law, and third sister-in-law combined to squeeze Chunniu and the two of them away.

However, at that time, the sister-in-law of the Li family talked a lot, and the second sister-in-law and the third aunt were a supporting actor.

Later, Su Jinyao only interacted with a few really good families in Pingshan Village, and the A, B, C and D in these villages were not as familiar to her as the big trees at the head of the village, and it was normal for her not to remember them for a while.

When the second sister-in-law of the Li family saw that Su Jinyao remembered, she immediately came up and said, "Remember." Second girl, why are you back? I heard that your father and your eldest sister are doing well in the city, and you came back to pick up things? ”

Su Jinyao frowned and said, "I have a name, don't call me that." Also, please give way. ”

After speaking, Su Jinyao pulled the reins of the horse and walked past the second sister-in-law of the Li family, and she did not get off the horse from beginning to end.

The second sister-in-law of the Li family was stunned for a moment and pursed her mouth. But when she looked at Dongzi and A Ning who walked behind Su Jinyao and walked together, especially when A Ning's cold eyes glanced at her, she didn't dare to say a word.

Passing the second sister-in-law of the Li family, Su Jinyao didn't want to meet any more irrelevant people in the village, so she simply pulled the horse and walked towards the path that bypassed the village.

Su Jinyao's old house is at the other end of the village, and when Su Jinyao came back from doing business in Anji City in the past, she took the back door road, and she didn't have to deal with the people in the village.

After walking for a while, Su Jinyao realized that something was wrong. Because the road has also been clearly widened, although there are no stones to pave the way, the ground is also tamped.

It seems that there is no change in the village, but the change is not obvious.

When she came to the old house, Su Jinyao jumped off the horse and walked to the door. Not surprisingly, the door was locked.

However, Su Jinyao has the key, and last night Su Jinyao and Su Xiangui said that they wanted to go back to the old mansion to have a look, and Su Xiangui gave the key to Su Jinyao.

Took out the key and opened the door and the yard was clean. The shelves for drying vegetables and the chicken coops built in the old town are still there, and you can still see the horse shed in the backyard.

There were also locks on the doors of each room, and Su Jinyao did not open them one by one, but only opened the door of her own room.

The house was also clean, because she heard that when Su Xiangui left, Chunniu promised to help take care of the house.

Looking at this situation, although it is not cleaned every day, someone will come to clean it at least two or three days. So there's a bit of dust on the table, but it's not dirty.

Everything here is familiar and cordial, although Su Xiangui and Su Fei'er's practices in the later period once made Su Jinyao sad, but now that everything has passed, this is still her first home, which does have a different meaning for Su Jinyao.

Su Jinyao took a breath and walked to the side of the bed, where a whole piece of old blue coarse cloth was covered, apparently to prevent dust from falling.

She didn't dislike it, just sat directly on the old coarse cloth sheets, slowly looked at everything in the room, and felt full of memories when she stayed silently.

A-Ning was still guarding Su Jinyao, but he didn't enter the house but was on guard outside the door without saying a word.

Dongzi dragged the horses of the three people to the stables in the backyard, busy drinking the horses and stuffing, and first had to serve the horses of the three people well.

After a while, Su Jinyao called A-Ning, then threw a bunch of keys in her hand towards her, and said, "Let's stay here for about a day or two, and you can find a room to live in by yourself." You can stay in any room, but don't touch the things in the house. ”

In fact, there is no need for Su Jinyao to deliberately explain, and A-Ning and Dongzi will not mess with everything here.

Then, Su Jinyao went to find a rag, and personally went to the yard of the old house to fetch water, and began to do the cleaning work seriously.

Su Jinyao can do all this work, but there is no place to use her now, so she hasn't picked up a rag for a long time, and when she wrung the water, a few drops of water splashed, and the hem of her clothes was wet.

Su Jinyao looked at the water stains on the hem of her clothes and couldn't help laughing. It seems that there are times when this family is rusty, where is she still like a busy little village girl.

After cleaning the house simply, Su Jinyao breathed a sigh of relief, and asked Dongzi to go out and let him solve the food problem by himself. Su Jinyao took A Ning to Chunniu's house.

It was only when I arrived at the door that I found that the courtyard door of Chunniu's house was also locked. But according to the previous hours, Chunniu and Siping should be back at this time.