Chapter 228 – Are You Upset With Me?

Chapter 228 - Are You Upset With Me?

Mo Jiuye didn't tell Nan Rui that he couldn't send his precious wife into the fray at this time.

Although what Nan Rui said could withstand scrutiny, no matter what, Nan Rui had done things detrimental to the Mo family before.

If he knew that Ranran could dispel curses, there was no guarantee that he wouldn't have some ulterior motives.

"The one who helped Brother Eight dispel the curse is an extraordinary expert. I don't know his whereabouts now."

Nan Rui was somewhat anxious upon hearing this. He had finally found someone who could dispel the curse by other means, but Mo Jiuye didn't know the person's whereabouts.

"Can you give me some clues?"

Mo Jiuye didn't want to completely shut down the possibility. If helping Nan Rui's mother dispel the curse would be beneficial to him, he would still consider letting Ranran take action.

"The person who helped Brother Eight dispel the curse has a rather peculiar personality and doesn't like to come in contact with strangers. Moreover, he also doesn't show his true face. If I rashly inform you of his whereabouts, it might cause trouble for the Mo family."

Nan Rui sincerely promised, "I swear, as long as you can help me find the master who can dispel the curse, I will do anything you ask."

Mo Jiuye didn't rush to make a statement on this. Such a big matter required him to discuss it with Ranran before giving an answer.

"If Prince Rui isn't in a hurry to leave these few days, I'll try to contact that expert. I'll notify you as soon as I have news."

Mo Jiuye did this for a reason.

He wanted to follow the lead through Nan Rui to find the mysterious man with white hair and youthful appearance. Only by finding that person could he learn about the news of his older brothers.

Seeing that Mo Jiuye was willing to help him think of a way, Nan Rui stood up excitedly, even forgetting his identity as a prince.

He bowed deeply to Mo Jiuye.

"As long as you can help my mother dispel the curse, I will do anything."

Many nobles in the capital knew about Nan Rui's filial piety.

Nan Rui and his mother were not favored in the palace since they were young. The two of them could be said to have huddled together for warmth to survive until now. It was imaginable how much Nan Rui felt for his mother.

Mo Jiuye stood up directly. "Three days later, it will still be here. I will give news to His Highness Prince Rui."

"Good, I'll wait here for your good news."

Mo Jiuye no longer looked at Nan Rui, took He Zhiran's little hand, and stood up. "Brother Eight, let's go back."

The group didn't immediately return to Xiling Village, but went to the county office instead.

At this time, Meng Huaining had already handled the aftermath of the smallpox fiasco properly. Seeing the group return, he busied himself with entertaining them for dinner.

As for Nan Rui, since he didn't come looking for them, it was best to simply ignore him.

However, Mo Jiuye politely declined.

"Thank you for your kindness, Brother Meng, but we've been out all day. Our old mother must be worried. We won't bother you today."

Meng Huaining didn't force them to stay. "Since that's the case, brother will see you off."

The three got on the mule cart. Mo Jiuye and Mo Chuhan scanned their surroundings vigilantly. Seeing nothing amiss, they drove straight to Xiling Village.

Nan Rui had come, and although they mostly believed what he said, there was always a chance of something unexpected happening.

They felt it was better to be cautious.

Back in Xiling Village, the family was indeed very anxious. Old Lady Mo, accompanied by her fifth son, anxiously looked into the distance at the village entrance.

If they hadn't returned, the elderly lady was planning to have Mo Chongyang go to Yun City to look for them.

Mo Chongyang was a martial artist, so his hearing was naturally much stronger than that of ordinary people.

When the mule cart was still a distance from the village entrance, he heard the commotion and supported Old Lady Mo to meet them.

The mule cart moved quickly and soon appeared within Old Lady Mo's line of sight.

Mo Jiuye didn't have time to explain too much. He first sent his mother into the carriage with He Zhiran, while Fifth Brother and Eighth Brother walked home.

Inside the carriage, He Zhiran told her mother-in-law about meeting Tang Mingrui today and the smallpox fiasco. After all, they had to have a reason for returning so late.

As for Nan Rui coming to Yun City, He Zhiran didn't plan to tell Old Lady Mo, lest she add unnecessary worries to the elderly lady.

Back home, the furniture bought in the city had already been delivered, and everyone had settled in properly. The sisters-in-law had also prepared the meals, and the whole family was waiting for them to eat.

Dinner Ball was originally playing with several little rabbits in the room with Mo Hanyue. Sensing his master's presence, he tumbled out.

But when he saw He Zhiran, the little guy didn't throw himself into her arms as usual. Instead, he came to her side and stubbornly avoided looking at her.

He Zhiran couldn't help but laugh, picking up the little guy.

"Dinner Ball, are you upset with me?"

Dinner Ball turned his head again, refusing to look at his master.

He Zhiran was directly amused by this little guy.

"Alright, alright, don't be angry. How about giving you something delicious later?"

Something delicious?

Dinner Ball couldn't resist the temptation of food after all, slowly turning his round little body and rubbing hard against his master's chest.

He Zhiran coaxed the sulking little cutie, then after having dinner, she brought Mo Jiuye and the little guy into the space.

She directly took out carrots, apples, and pumpkins from the warehouse for Onigiri to eat, then with a mere thought, she sent the little one off to its exclusive bamboo grove.

Seeing his wife idle, Mo Jiuye asked, "What do you think about lifting the curse on Nan Rui's mother?"

The reason he hadn't immediately agreed to Nan Rui's request was that he wanted to privately seek his wife's opinion.

If his wife disagreed, no matter how beneficial it might be for the Mo family, he wouldn't force the issue.

He Zhiran could guess some of Mo Jiuye's thoughts.

"Are you planning to use the connection with Nan Rui to find that person?"

Mo Jiuye nodded. "I indeed have such an idea."

"It's not wrong to think this way. If Nan Rui's mother can truly have her curse lifted, he won't be controlled by that person anymore, making things more convenient later on.

Also, Nan Rui has placed his hope for lifting his mother's curse here. I believe he won't spread the matters of the Mo family after he returns, effectively sealing his mouth for now.

However, do you really trust Nan Rui that much?" This was the real question He Zhiran had in mind.

After all, neither she nor the original host knew enough about Nan Rui's character, and it was up to Mo Jiuye to weigh whether he was friend or foe.

"I've carefully considered what Nan Rui said. The details don't contradict each other, so I can determine that what he said is true.

But this doesn't rule out the possibility that Nan Rui is intentionally taking a step back to advance further. Regardless of his purpose for coming to the northwest, I only want to achieve my goal first.

As for future matters, we can only deal with them as they come."

He Zhiran fully agreed with what Mo Jiuye said.

From Nan Rui's description of the mysterious person, it could be determined that this individual was very elusive and didn't reveal their true face, making it difficult to find them.

Therefore, Third Brother's trip might not yield any results. Since they now had a clue to find the mysterious person, they couldn't let this lead go cold under any circumstances.