All the people in the Hou Mansion are evil, and they will be repaid tenfold after rebirth

Lu Yundi looked at Jiang Jilian's eyes and knew that he must be worried about the things in the mansion. She gently held Jiang Jilian's hand and said softly: "Husband, if there is anything, just tell me and we will find a solution together."

Jiang Jilian looked at Lu Yundi and was moved. He gently held Lu Yundi's hand and told her his plan. He planned to temporarily lend Lu Yundi's dowry to those merchants, and then use them to ease the financial pressure of the mansion. Although this was a bit risky, it was the only way at the moment.

After hearing this, Lu Yundi was silent for a moment.

It was indeed risky to do so, but it was for the sake of the mansion and their common future. She looked at Jiang Jilian and nodded gently: "Husband, I do."

Jiang Jilian looked at Lu Yundi's determined eyes and felt a warm feeling in his heart.

"Madam, are you really willing?" Jiang Jilian confirmed again, with a slight tremor in his voice.

Lu Yundi smiled gently, her eyes full of trust in Jiang Jilian: "My husband, since the day I married you, I knew that we would face all the storms together. These dowries were prepared for our common future. As long as it can help your family get through the difficulties, I am willing to give them."

Jiang Jilian gazed at Lu Yundi affectionately, his heart full of gratitude. He held her hand tightly and whispered, "Madam, don't worry, I will be careful to ensure that the money can be returned safely."

Lu Yundi just couldn't understand. Chu Qirui had been close to Jiang Jilian for so long. Wasn't it tiring to investigate so secretly and low-key?

There was a hint of doubt in her eyes, and she gently stroked the teacup in her hand, thinking secretly in her heart. The maid Xiang Ning stood quietly by the side, her eyes followed the changes in her master's expression, and seemed to be waiting for her to speak.

"Xiangning, tell me, why did Chu Qirui do this?" Lu Yundi finally spoke, with a hint of fatigue in his voice.

Xiang Ning calmed down slightly, she pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "Madam, I think Chu Qirui's move must be for the military token. Since he approached the Marquis' Mansion, every move has been cautious, for fear of exposing his tracks. He even pretended to be in love with the young lady, which shows the hidden intention behind it."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, the doubt in her eyes had not completely dissipated. She sighed softly: "The military token is a heavy weapon related to the safety of the country. Why would he choose such a risky shortcut? Doesn't he know that if such an action is exposed, he will be doomed?"

Xiang Ning lowered his eyes, as if weighing the importance of his words, and then slowly spoke: "Madam, since Chu Qirui has chosen this path, he must have his own reasons. Maybe there are deeper secrets behind him that we cannot know. But one thing is certain, his desire for the military token is far beyond our imagination."

Lu Yundi frowned slightly, her fingers tapping the table unconsciously, as if looking for an answer: "So, do you think that his approach to Jiang Jilian means that he has deep hostility towards the Marquis' Mansion?"

Xiang Ning raised his head slightly, with a hint of determination in his eyes: "Madam, in my opinion, Chu Qirui is not as simple as he seems. He approached the Marquis' Mansion not just for the military token, but also to investigate the Marquis' Mansion. After all, the Marquis' Mansion has an important position in the court. Once the military token is in hand, it will have the power to influence the government."

A trace of surprise flashed across Lu Yundi's eyes. She had never thought that Xiang Ning would see so far. She was silent for a moment, stopped tapping her fingers, and sighed deeply: "You are right, the Marquis' Mansion is indeed an important force in the court. But if Chu Qirui really intends to usurp the military talisman, I am afraid it will not be easy to succeed. The Marquis' Mansion is full of talents. If he wants to succeed, it may not be so easy."

Xiang Ning nodded slightly, with a trace of contemplation in her eyes: "Madam, it is precisely because the Marquis' Mansion is so powerful that Chu Qirui has to be cautious. He pretended to be in love with the young lady, but in fact it was to cover up his tracks. And he reached an agreement with us in order to find opportunities within the Marquis' Mansion."

Lu Yundi looked at Xiangning and couldn't help but feel a little admiration in his heart.

Xiangning is not an ordinary maid. Her wisdom and insight far exceed those of ordinary women.

"Xiangning, what do you think is Chu Qirui's real purpose?" Lu Yundi asked again. She wanted to get more answers from Xiangning.

Xiang Ning hesitated for a moment, then slowly said: "Madam, I am not sure of Chu Qirui's real purpose. But one thing is certain, he will not give up easily. Perhaps, he is for the benefit of his family, or perhaps, he wants to achieve some ambition. But in any case, the military token is just a tool for him, a means to achieve his goal."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, as if she had understood Xiang Ning's meaning. She picked up the teacup, blew the tea in it gently, and then said slowly: "Then, how should we deal with it? We can't let him do whatever he wants in the mansion."

Xiang Ning smiled slightly, with a hint of determination in his eyes: "Madam, since we already know his purpose, we can take corresponding measures. We can secretly send someone to monitor him."

Lu Yundi's eyes flashed with approval. She put down her teacup and said slowly, "Surveillance? This is indeed a good idea. But surveillance alone is not enough. We also need a more comprehensive response plan. Xiang Zhu, what do you think?"

Maid Xiang Zhu stepped forward gently, a shrewd look flashing in her eyes, and whispered: "Madam, I think in addition to surveillance, we should also find a way to make him reveal his true intentions. Only in this way can we find a countermeasure."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, indicating that she agreed with Xiang Zhu's opinion. She turned to look at Xiang Ning and asked, "Xiang Ning, what do you think?"

Xiang Ning pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "Madam, I think we can start from two aspects. On the one hand, we do need to send someone to monitor Chu Qirui and understand his movements. On the other hand, we can use some means to make him reveal his true colors."

Chu Qirui was sitting in the living room of the Chongren Marquis's Mansion at this time. His eyes were deep, as if he was thinking about something. The attendant next to him asked cautiously, "Young Marquis, are you worried about something?"

Chu Qirui smiled slightly and shook his head: "Nothing, just thinking about something. By the way, please help me prepare, I want to visit Madam Lu at the Zhenxing Marquis's Mansion."

The attendant took the order and left. Chu Qirui stood up, straightened his clothes, and then walked out of the Chongren Marquis Mansion.

In front of the main gate of the Zhenxing Marquis's mansion, Chu Qirui was led into the living room. Lu Yundi had been waiting there for a long time. She looked at Chu Qirui and smiled, "Young Marquis Chu, what a rare guest. What can I do for you today?"

Chu Qirui bowed and smiled, "Madam, you are too kind. I came to visit you today to discuss the matter of the military token with you."