Exile after Divorce? Empty the Scumbag Husband First!-Chapter 408 - 349: After All... He Was Once an Uncle

Ruan Mian paused and quickly instructed the person to go and check it out.

Upon hearing that it was very likely among the deceased brothers there might be his own family, the person was stunned, stood motionless for a long time, and then hurriedly rushed to find someone to go to that section of the official road.

However, watching his departing figure, the feeling of guilt in Ruan Mian’s heart deepened.

Her original intention was to let everyone live a good life, but she didn’t expect an accident midway.

In doing so, wouldn’t that mean she wronged those people?

She lowered her gaze, and Yun Xiu beside her seemed to see through her thoughts and quickly spoke up.

"Sister Mianmian, this matter is also beyond our control. If it is really Old Wu, why not provide some material assistance to his family so that they won’t need to struggle for survival in this troubled world."

This is all they can do right now.

No, there is one more thing, which is to seek justice for them.

Upon this thought, Ruan Mian did not delay any longer and first took them to the market to buy some gear. Some ordinary servant’s clothes, with a bit of disguise, and then find someone to inquire about Qin Fu’s whereabouts.

Yun Xiu, seeing this, immediately guessed Ruan Mian’s plan: "Could the matter of the goods being robbed be related to Grandmaster of Wenchang, Qin Fu?"

This Qin Fu is a retired appointed official from the court who, after coming to Wenchang, has maintained a high local reputation.

Even the Lord Prefect of Wenchang is Qin Fu’s nephew, so outsiders all call him Grandmaster of Wenchang.

Ruan Mian did not explain much, simply stating it might be related.

When the person returned with the information, they learned that Qin Fu was not at his residence today, but was instead at the restaurant right across their road.

The person whispered, "Miss, it seems Mr. Qin is hosting someone today, and the entire Ninghua Building is booked! This Ninghua Building is the most prosperous restaurant in Wenchang City."

"If you go in now, there’s bound to be someone stopping you. May I ask what business you have with Mr. Qin?"

Ruan Mian placed a piece of Silver in his hand, observing the sparkle in his eyes, and spoke, understanding his thoughts.

"Brother, we have personal matters and wish to meet Mr. Qin. Could you have a way to let us into Ninghua Building for a look?"

The person paused, the smile disappearing from his face: "You still want to go in to see him? That might be quite difficult. Whether Mr. Qin sees you is another matter!"

Ruan Mian smiled faintly, saying only: "Whether or not he sees us is up to Mr. Qin; we only ask for a chance to see him. If you can help with this favor, I’m willing to offer double the price."

"But if it’s truly too difficult for you, then let’s consider it off."

Ruan Mian withdrew the Silver, intending to turn and leave. Seeing this, the person hurriedly stepped forward, taking back the Silver with a grin.

"Since the young lady insists, I naturally have a way. Anyway, I am only responsible for getting you in; the rest is none of my business."

"Rest assured, brother, we won’t cause any trouble, just wish to see Mr. Qin. If Mr. Qin refuses to meet us or is in a foul mood, only we would be reprimanded, nothing to do with you."

The person wasn’t worried about this; after all, it was just a matter of taking the money and leaving, with no strings attached.

So he found some connections and had Ruan Mian and the others pose as newly hired waitstaff at the restaurant to serve the distinguished guests.

Just in case, they didn’t stand out too much; they merely stood at the private room door, ready to be summoned at any time, like any other waiter.

Moreover, with Ruan Mian’s personal touch, their attire today wasn’t easily recognizable.

Once everything was arranged, they followed a few servants to the kitchen to bring platters up to the restaurant’s private room.

The large restaurant was brightly lit, with many people raising glasses in joyous laughter, and in the center stage of the restaurant, a group of dancing girls performed gracefully.

The scene of decadence was so shocking that even Cui Zhu and Yun Xiu, who hadn’t seen such a display in a long time, were taken aback.

After serving the food and drinks, the three of them intuitively followed a waiter’s cue to stand guard at the door.

Behind the thin screen was a scene of several people toasting and drinking together.

Among them, a slender, sharp-featured middle-aged man, dressed in luxurious clothing with an extraordinary demeanor, immediately led them to guess this was Qin Fu.

Those around him respectfully addressed him as Lord Qin.

So this person, needless to say, was Qin Fu whom they sought.

As for the others, each was dressed exceptionally well, likely because they were some high-ranking and influential figures under Qin Fu. Wenchang is no small place, and at the same time, Wuheng Yuzhou was suffering from floods, with commoners unable to afford food, enduring the disaster in addition to the torment of illness.