The Female Assistant of Wei Yuyan Shuangfei

Xie Shuting came to Caojiazhuang to add makeup for Cao Yue. Before leaving, she did not forget the purpose of her trip, which was to recruit new personnel for the Laigu County Government.

The first person he wanted to recruit was Cao Zhen. Although this man was an honest farmer, he was what Xie Tingwen needed at the moment. After all, the other party did not have a complicated background.

Looking at Cao Zhen, who looked dazed, Xie Shuting smiled and said, "Brother Cao! You don't have to reply to me so quickly. Wait until three days after your wedding, and if you feel ready, go to the county government office to report."

Before Cao Zhen came back to his senses, Cao Shuang, who was standing beside him, hunched over and bowed, saying, "Thank you very much, sir, for your cultivation, and thank you very much, young lady, for your support. Cao Zhen will report to the county government in three days."

Xie Shuting nodded, then looked at Cao Zhen and said, "I heard that Madam Cao had studied for a few years. This world is not easy for women. If Brother Cao can come and bring his wife with him, I can also complete the relationship between you two as husband and wife."

Xie Shuting's words were very tactful, but Cao Shuang heard the hidden meaning and hurriedly agreed on behalf of Cao Zhen again.

Watching Xie Shuting's carriage leave, Cao Zhen suddenly came to his senses. He looked at Cao Shuang in disbelief and said, "Uncle Lizheng! What does Miss Xie mean by this?"

"You!......"

Cao Shuang waved his hands in satisfaction and said with a smile: "You and your wife's good days have come. It really proves the saying 'blessings are closely related to misfortunes, and misfortunes are closely related to blessings'. Perhaps it was destined in the dark."

"But I'm worried that I can't do it well." Cao Zhen still hesitated.

"What are you afraid of!"

Cao Shuang patted him on the shoulder and encouraged him, "Just do it. If you have any difficulties, I, the head of the village, will help you. Besides, there are so many people in Caojiazhuang. With you working in the county government, everyone will take care of you."

Cao Zhen felt relieved after hearing this and nodded. He was grateful that Xie Shuting's carriage had disappeared into the night.

The moonlight was dim, and Xie Shuting fell asleep leaning against the carriage. Lian Xi adjusted the blanket a little, and then leaned against the door to rest his eyes.

Behind the carriage, there was a team of dozens of people following in the distance. All of them were muscular and had a stern look on their faces. They were the escorts from the Fuwei Escort Agency.

The carriage was moving slowly on the official road. Due to the short daytime in autumn and winter, the originally bright sun had long been replaced by a dark moon in the sky.

Xie Shuting, who had no idea how long she had slept, was awakened by the jolt of the carriage. She lifted the curtain to look at the starry night sky, and a long-lost feeling of longing suddenly emerged in her heart.

"Kejun! You must wait for me, wait for me to find you." Xie Shuting murmured to herself.

Lian Xi was also awakened by the shaking of the carriage. He rubbed his slightly hazy eyes and looked at his young lady's sad face, feeling a little uneasy.

"Miss! What's wrong with you?" Lian Xi asked hurriedly.

Xie Shuting slowly lowered the curtain, calmed down her restless emotions, stroked her eyebrows and said, "Nothing, how long will it take to get back to Gu County?"

Lian Xi did not respond when she heard this, but Uncle Qin outside the carriage responded, "Miss! The moon is bright tonight and the stars are sparse. I'm afraid we won't be able to make it back at midnight. Why don't you ask the escort agency to let you rest outside the city for a night?"

Xie Shuting nodded, then looked at Lian Xi and said, "Go light the lamp, let the escort agency catch up, and ask them where they can rest."

This kind of thing naturally needs to be asked to a professional. After all, the escort agency travels all over the country, and the most important thing besides escorting goods is to find a safe place to stay.

"Yes, miss!"

Lian Xi responded and lit a lamp in the carriage and hung it outside. As the lantern glowed, the sound of rapid footsteps could be heard from behind the carriage.

"Miss! Do you have any instructions?" someone leaned over and asked.

"It's too late to go into the city so late. Miss, I'd like to ask where we can stay outside of Laigu County?" Lian Xi asked.

"This!~"

The escort was speechless for a moment. He raised his eyes and looked at the carriage. He seemed to be at a loss for words for a moment. After all, the master in front of him had been ordered by the owner of the building, and his safety must be ensured.

Xie Shuting naturally noticed the escort's concerns, and said softly through the curtains: "There is no need to be detained and fussy when you go out, as long as you have a roof over your head."

"Yes!~"

The escort responded and looked around. When he looked at a high mountain in the distance, his eyes suddenly lit up and he said, "Miss! There is a ruined temple in that direction. You can rest there."

Lian Xi didn't dare to respond. After waiting for a moment, he heard Xie Shuting's soft voice: "Okay! You guys go and tidy up first, and leave one person to lead the way."

The escort stroked his hands and quickly went to make arrangements. Uncle Qin followed one of the escorts and drove the carriage towards the ruined temple.

About half an hour later, Uncle Qin drove the carriage to the ruined temple. Lian Xi got off the carriage and helped Xie Shuting walk slowly into the ruined temple. Only then did he understand the escort's concerns.

This dilapidated temple can be described in one word: dilapidated. Apart from a mountain gate and four walls, the main hall and side halls of the temple have long collapsed.

The only temporary shelter from wind and rain was also built by the escort with broken tiles and thatch.

Lian Xi led Xie Shuting and followed the firelight to the makeshift shelter, and hurriedly spread the blanket in his arms on the stone.

"Miss! It's cold at night, please protect your hands so they don't get frozen." While speaking, Lian Xi took out a hot water bottle from the bag beside him.

Xie Shuting smiled and nodded, taking the hot water bottle. Feeling the warmth in her hand, the slight chill in her body dissipated in an instant.

"Let the escorts come over and squeeze in. It must be very cold at night, and the dew is heavy. Most people can't stand it." Xie Shuting ordered softly.

Lian Xi glanced at the palm-sized area, and although she was a little reluctant, she still went to convey Xie Shuting's words. After all, she knew that once her young lady said something, she would never change it.

Soon, Lian Xi led a group of escorts to come over, making the originally simple shelter even more crowded, but fortunately, everyone sat together and felt a little warm.

Xie Shuting glanced at everyone and said with a smile, "You have all worked hard along the way. I can only make do with what I have today. Please don't mind."

An older escort stood up, clasped his fists and said, "Miss, what are you talking about? Normally, we, as a group of men, should avoid suspicion, but this night is indeed cold. Thank you for your consideration, Miss."

At this time, Lian Xi brought some simple food and hot water. After everyone ate and drank, they each found a corner to rest. Xie Shuting leaned against the wall, closed her eyes, and her thoughts drifted far away.

She thought of the past with Kejun, and her heart was filled with longing. She didn't know when she would find him, nor how many difficulties would be waiting for her in the future.

As the night deepened, the cold wind howled. Fortunately, with the blessing of the shelter, everyone was not affected. As night fell, except for the escort on duty, everyone else had already fallen asleep.