Chapter 409: Release the Hostages

Xia Zhi was firm in her thoughts, and she couldn't guarantee anything if she didn't say more, after all, she was also worried in her heart, and it was unknown what the outcome of the head-to-head duel would be.

Walking out of the gate of the Chen family, Xia Zhi and Luo Ying took the carriage prepared by Chen Heng and drove all the way in the direction of Wu Mansion.

Luo Ying was silent, and Xia Zhi sighed, [Are you blaming me for this decision? 】

Luo Ying shook his head slightly, [Since it is your decision, how can I blame your position, but I can't keep you safe this time, if you want to blame, you will only blame your own powerlessness. 】

[Don't say that, you should learn from Xing Junyi's momentum. I didn't do anything, but I felt a little more relieved when I said I wanted to protect my confidence. Xia Zhi patted him on the shoulder and pretended to be relaxed. Anyway, you have to face it, and it's better to relax with a sad face.

[Heh, what is there to worry about that kid's blind optimism. Luo Ying sneered, the atmosphere was finally not so solemn. I haven't heard any news from Xing Junyi since he lost contact, but no news is good news, he is much more shrewd than he imagined. It's like a cunning rat who has been watching jokes on another safe boat before the ship sinks.

[Ah, here, please turn left and stop at the shop in front.] Summer Solstice suddenly pointed in the direction ahead.

Although Luo Ying didn't know her intentions, she still complied. The carriage stopped in front of an antique shop, saying that it was going to Wufu, didn't you forget to bring gifts?

[Wait for me!] Summer Solstice jumped out of the carriage and walked straight into the antique shop. The shopkeeper in the store received him with a cold attitude, only to see Xia Zhi hand over a bag of things to the other party, and then returned to the carriage with ease. [Alright, let's go!] 】

Luo Ying didn't ask much tacitly, and as soon as he raised the whip in his hand, the carriage started again.

In front of the Wu Mansion, Xia Zhi came to the guards guarding the door, and was thinking about how to report the name, when a housekeeper came out and showed them the way without saying a word. Tsk, this is calculated that she will come to the door, Xia Zhi pouted, it feels really bad to be thoroughly studied by others.

In the hall, the energetic old man Wu had already prepared hot tea and waited for Xia Zhi to come to the door, and when he saw Xia Zhi enter the door, he smiled, [Xia Solstice girl, I have thought about this trading condition for a long time. Have you brought all the stuff? 】

Xia Zhi didn't bother to talk nonsense, and handed over the formula of the antidote to the feather.

Old Man Wu seemed a little surprised, probably because he didn't expect the summer solstice to be so crisp, and he even saved bargaining. After carefully reading the formula, he raised his eyes and asked, [This is the only formula?] 】

[Of course.] But if you like it, I'll give you a few more copies? And should you be nervous about whether there is another deposit for the killer organization, not Mr. Wu, right? Summer solstice is blunt.

Old Man Wu's eyes gurgled around, and he said with a smile, [That's right. But I'll still ask one more question, is this really the recipe for the antidote? 】

Xia Zhi nodded, Old Man Wu smiled and blossomed, and the folds on his face should be a chrysanthemum. Immediately after Xia Zhi shook his head again, Old Man Wu's expression immediately became serious, and his whole face collapsed.

[What does this mean by Summer Solstice girl? Old Man Wu is usually worshiped respectfully, how can anyone dare to play with him like this.

[I nodded, indicating that this was indeed the recipe for the antidote.] Shaking his head is because this is not the whole recipe, and the medicine primer is missing. The summer solstice is no longer a trick, but a necessary means of negotiation. [It's time for me to make the next conditions, right?] 】

Old Man Wu crooked the corners of his mouth and smiled, [Okay, you can say it. 】

[Chen Huan is in your house, right? ] Xia Zhi asked directly.

Old Man Wu looked at the big butler next to him with a puzzled expression. The housekeeper whispered a few words in his ear, and the old man Wu suddenly realized, [Oh, it turned out to be the young master of the Chen family who sent the wine, here. Because of his fate, he stayed for a few days, butler, arrange for someone to send the young master of the Chen family back. 】

[I want to watch him leave safely!] And you are not allowed to embarrass the Chen family in the future! Xia Zhi's tough tone.

Old Man Wu raised his eyebrows with interest, [Of course, I have no grievances with the Chen family, so naturally I won't be embarrassed. 】

The negotiations were put on hold for the time being, and Chen Huan was tracked to the manor in the suburbs, so he was detained there nearby. Xia Zhi couldn't rest assured, and he wanted to confirm Chen Huan's safety in person. Old Man Wu has no objection to these requests, Chen Huan was originally used as a hostage bait, who cares about the disposal of the bait after the fish is hooked.

The manor on the outskirts of the Wu family was originally used for the development of the feathers, so the medicinal materials should all be placed there. Old Man Wu was anxious to confirm the credibility of the formula for the antidote, so he planned to go together. At the very least, we must first confirm the efficacy of a batch of antidotes, and we can't be blinded by a prescription written in black and white.

The Wu family was making preparations for the trip, but Luo Li suddenly slipped into the room where they were resting on the summer solstice, and asked with a slap on their faces as soon as they met. [Summer solstice, haven't you forgotten to promise me anything! 】

Of course, Xia Zhi hasn't forgotten, but she can't protect herself now. Plans can't keep up with changes, so they can't take shape if they want to fulfill their promises.

[Hmph, don't try to lie to me. I inquired about it all just now, but you are now holding a very important bargaining chip, and the old man is not obedient to you? Luo Li puffed angrily, it was not so easy to deceive her on the Wu family's territory.

[How much guarantee do you think is this promise?] Xia Solstice doesn't think it's a safe thing to do. With Old Man Wu's means, he can move his fingers casually, and any promise documents will not work.

[Then you don't care. I understand the current situation, the old man is all about the poison, as if he wants to accomplish some great thing, and he must not have any extra thoughts to care about us little shrimp at this time. Just bring me the guarantee, and it's up to me to use it for free!" Luo Li was determined to take advantage of this opportunity to escape. She'd waited too long, and if she missed out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, she might never have a good chance again.

Since the other party was so insistent, Xia Zhi had no reason to refuse, and put forward additional conditions with Old Man Wu. Old Man Wu did not hesitate at all, and wrote a letter of resignation happily, and agreed to the high compensation requested by Luo Li.

Luo Li got a large sum of property and a signed letter of resignation, and couldn't hold back her tears of joy. hurriedly packed up the soft and simply left the Wu Mansion. As for where to go, Xia Zhi didn't ask, and the other party didn't say. Although the two have had estranged conflicts, Xia Zhi still sincerely hopes that Luo Li can find a good home.

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