Chapter 835 Ambiguity and misunderstanding!
After pondering for a while, Ye Mingsheng gradually made a promise in his heart. However, just when he raised his head to say something, his eyes were attracted by Jiang Yuyan who was kneeling on the ground...
Because he attached great importance to the development of Hebei and Henan as pilot areas, Ye Mingsheng had just been focusing on Jiang Yuyan's report. Now that Jiang Yuyan's report was over, Ye Mingsheng's attention was somewhat relaxed, and he realized that Jiang Yuyan was different today.

Jiang Yuyan's outfit today is very stylish. On the surface, it looks loose and conservative, which suits her status as a widow. However, it is very slim-fitting in some key parts, which vaguely highlights Jiang Yuyan's plump figure as a young woman.

Moreover, because Jiang Yuyan was kneeling on the ground at that time, from Ye Mingsheng's angle, he could see a hint of white through her collar.

At this moment, Jiang Yuyan saw that Ye Mingsheng didn't say anything. She hesitated for a moment and then carefully raised her head, wanting to observe Ye Mingsheng's expression. Unfortunately, she met Ye Mingsheng's admiring gaze, and two blushes appeared on her cheeks.

Jiang Yuyan subconsciously wanted to lower her head and avoid Ye Mingsheng's gaze, but deep in her heart, she seemed to be expecting something, so she gritted her teeth to overcome the shame in her heart and met Ye Mingsheng's eyes.

Following Jiang Yuyan's actions, the atmosphere in the study suddenly became awkward and ambiguous. After a moment, Ye Mingsheng looked away and coughed lightly, saying:

"In principle, I agree with Rishengchang Bank's plan to expand its business in Qi and Lu..."

"But you still need to discuss the specific matters with Qilu Governor Sun Jing'an. After you reach a consensus and form an agreement, I will make the final approval!"

Although she was somewhat disappointed with Ye Mingsheng's actions, Jiang Yuyan was also very excited when she heard that Ye Mingsheng agreed to develop his bank in Qilu. She glanced at Ye Mingsheng with some resentment and said softly:
"Thank you for your agreement, Marshal. I feel relieved now that you are here!"

"Regarding our Rishengchang Company's business trip to Qilu, I have already reported to Lord Sun before coming here, and Lord Sun is very welcoming to our Rishengchang Bank!"

When Ye Mingsheng heard Jiang Yuyan calling herself a concubine in front of him and felt the amorous glance in her peach blossom eyes, a strange look flashed in the depths of his eyes.

If he remembered correctly, Jiang Yuyan called herself a commoner woman at the beginning of the report. Compared with that, calling herself a concubine was undoubtedly much more intimate.

Jiang Yuyan was the widow of her deceased husband, so it was relatively more appropriate for her to call herself a commoner woman in front of herself.

Facing Jiang Yuyan's vague hint, Ye Mingsheng didn't take it seriously and said calmly:
"In that case, you and Sun Jingan should draft the agreement as soon as possible so that I can review and approve it!"

Listening to Ye Mingsheng's emotionless voice, Jiang Yuyan was really worried. She didn't know what Ye Mingsheng was thinking...
As a woman, she felt that she had been very proactive today. If it were another man, he would have pounced on her and eaten her alive, but this Ye Mingsheng was like a stone, without any understanding of romance.

If you say that he has no feelings towards me at all, then why would a strong man like him tolerate the rumors about him and me spreading so freely?

But if you say he has ideas about himself, why hasn't he taken any action yet?

With confusion in her heart, Jiang Yuyan nodded and said:
"I understand. I will contact Governor Sun as soon as possible and present the draft agreement to you, Marshal, as soon as possible!"

Ye Mingsheng nodded slightly when he heard this. Seeing this, Jiang Yuyan also realized that it was time for her to say goodbye and leave, so she immediately asked for resignation from Ye Mingsheng. After getting Ye Mingsheng's permission, she stood up and walked out the door.

Walking to the door of the study room and thinking back to what had just happened, Jiang Yuyan was really unwilling to give up. Then, she felt a surge of courage from nowhere in her heart. The next second, under the influence of courage, she turned around and looked at the somewhat surprised Ye Mingsheng and said:

"General, I invite you to inspect Hebei and Henan again to see what changes have taken place in Hebei and Henan under the policies you have promoted. In addition, in order to discuss the purchase of agricultural materials with Dadongsheng Company and some personal matters, I will stay in Yijing for a while in the near future!"

After she finished speaking, Jiang Yuyan, with red cheeks, bowed deeply to Ye Mingsheng again, and then fled away from Ye Mingsheng's study.

Listening to Jiang Yuyan's last words, Ye Mingsheng was surprised and his eyes flickered. At this time, Ye Cheng, the attendant, came in and whispered to Ye Mingsheng:

"Sir, would you like me to arrange it?"

Listening to his words, Ye Mingsheng said nothing. He just glanced at him indifferently...

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At 1 p.m., a horse-drawn carriage slowly stopped in front of the Ye Mansion, escorted by more than a dozen plainclothes officers.

The maid Xiaohuan stepped out of the carriage first, supporting the young woman in the carriage, and reminded her carefully:
"Ma'am, please slow down!"

At Xiaohuan's reminder, Pei Zhixiu, who had just finished a day's work in the clinic and looked tired, slowly got off the carriage.

Perhaps because the weather is cold, people are staying at home during the winter, and there are not many entertainment options at home, so there are many pregnant women during this period, and Bae Ji-soo is also very busy during this period.

Today, Pei Zhixiu diagnosed more than 50 pregnant women. There were more pregnant women waiting for diagnosis. Fortunately, Xiaohuan noticed the fatigue in Pei Zhixiu's face, so she decisively closed the clinic. Otherwise, the two of them would not be able to go home now. The master and servant walked into the mansion with laughter. At this time, Pei Zhixiu found a strange beautiful woman, with a little blush on her face, walking towards the door of the mansion.

When Pei Zhixiu saw this person appear, a hint of doubt flashed in her eyes. Although she was sure that she did not know this person, she felt that she looked familiar, as if she had seen this woman somewhere.

While Pei Zhixiu was thinking, the beautiful woman seemed to notice Pei Zhixiu and his servant. After hesitating for a moment, she came over and saluted Pei Zhixiu:
“I, the common people Wang Jiang, pay my respects to Madam Pei…”

Looking at this beautiful woman who called herself Wang Jiang, Pei Zhixiu felt even more familiar. Although he didn't know the other party's identity, she must be some powerful person to be able to come to the Ye Mansion, and she also took the initiative to come over to pay a visit and show goodwill.

So Pei Zhixiu did not have a cold face. She suppressed her fatigue and exchanged a few words with Wang Jiangshi before sending her away.

As soon as Wang Jiang left the house, Xiaohuan, the maidservant beside Pei Zhixiu, cursed in a low voice:
"S Fox"

Pei Zhixiu seemed to realize something after hearing this, but he didn't say much and went straight back to his courtyard.

After returning home and taking care of Ye Jingxuan for a while, Pei Zhixiu finally had time to rest. At this time, Xiaohuan also came over and said:

"Madam, that S fox is called Wang Jiang, whose real name is Jiang Yuyan. It is said that she is from the royal family of the Great Zhou Dynasty. In terms of seniority, she is the aunt of the young emperor. Her in-laws are from the Wang family of Jiyu. The jade Buddha that the old lady treasures so much was carved by her family's Yuchun Hall.

"Jiang Yuyan, this shameless vixen, climbed into the master's bed at some point. I heard that the Marshal loves her very much. Not only did he keep her outside the palace, he also specially approved a pilot quota for a private bank for the Wang family, allowing the Wang family's Rishengchang Bank to make a lot of money!"

"I didn't expect this vixen to be so despicable. It's fine that she seduced the master outside, but she even ran into the mansion to act naughty. Looking at the way she acted naughty, I knew she came from the master's study!"

Looking at the angry Xiaohuan, Pei Zhixiu still drank her tea nonchalantly. Although she loved Ye Mingsheng very much, Pei Zhixiu knew very well that Ye Mingsheng would not belong to her alone······················
Pei Zhixiu is already very satisfied that she has a place in Ye Mingsheng's heart like now. As for other things, it is not her concern.

Seeing Pei Zhixiu's indifference, Xiaohuan seemed to have thought of something and whispered:
"Madam came to our Changshan Clinic before. She looked so spoiled and adorned with jewels. She said she had menstrual pain!"

"But this bitch is quite sensible. After you prescribed her a dose of medicine, she left in disgrace when she saw that you ignored her!"

Hearing Xiaohuan talking about this, Pei Zhixiu gradually remembered. No wonder she felt that Jiang Yuyan looked familiar. It turned out that she had been to Changshan Medical Clinic. At that time, she didn't like Jiang Yuyan because she thought that Jiang Yuyan was the wife of an official and came here to establish a relationship under the arrangement of her husband.

Pei Zhixiu, who has always been pure and simple, just wants to live a simple life like now. She doesn't want to have anything to do with the various forces within the Fengwu Army. So she didn't know Jiang Yuyan's identity and just gave her a cold face!

But if what Xiaohuan said was true, and Jiang Yuyan was really her husband's mistress, then why did she come to see her last time?
Feeling the doubt in Pei Zhixiu's eyes, Xiaohuan continued to speak mysteriously:
“Madam, I heard that the first lady and Madam Murong both dislike Jiang Yuyan. They think she is scheming and ambitious, and a disaster…”

After finishing speaking, Xiao Huan paused and continued:
"I heard that Jiang Yuyan's life has been very difficult since she came to Beijing. Not only was she forced to give up the deal for the house she had already bought because of incomplete procedures at the government office, but even when she went to visit the Dadongsheng Company, the people there avoided Jiang Yuyan as if she were the plague!"

Pei Zhixiu, who had some doubts about Xiaohuan's statement that Jiang Yuyan was Ye Mingsheng's mistress, now had almost no doubts after hearing what Xiaohuan said. Although Xiaohuan did not say it directly, she knew that Jiang Yuyan was Ye Mingsheng's mistress, yet she still made her look so embarrassed. There was no need to say who the mastermind behind this was!
An Miaoyi and Murong Qingwu are both very smart women in the family. The fact that they worked together to deal with Jiang Yuyan also indirectly proves that the rumor that Jiang Yuyan is Ye Mingsheng's mistress is not groundless.

If that was the case, what was Jiang Yuyan's intention when she came to his clinic last time? Was she demonstrating to him?
Although she didn't want to think so badly of Jiang Yuyan, Pei Zhixiu was a little confused about what Jiang Yuyan was thinking······················

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Jinyang, Governor's Office

Wang Muzhi, dressed in casual clothes, looked at the barely-there sand table with a serious expression, and reports came to his ears from time to time.

"Reporting to the Governor, we have discovered traces of Fengwu cavalry thirty miles east of Wenshan County. The number of enemy troops is unknown but estimated to be no more than a thousand!"

"Reporting to the Governor, we have discovered traces of Fengwu cavalry fifteen miles northeast of Xiaode County. The enemy has about a hundred men. They are suspected to be the advance reconnaissance troops of the Fengwu Army. Our troops in Xiaode County are closely monitoring the enemy's movements!"

"Reporting to the Governor, we have discovered traces of Fengwu cavalry in the southeast of Heyi County. The enemy force numbers about 200 people, but no heavy weapons have been found. They are heading towards Wenshan County!"

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Listening to these reports, a hint of doubt emerged in Wang Muzhi's eyes. From the current situation, the counties and towns bordering the Fengwu Army-controlled areas have all found traces of Fengwu Army cavalry. A rough calculation of their total number should have exceeded one thousand.

These thousands of Fengwu Army cavalry were divided into seven or eight small units. They infiltrated from areas where the Yunbing Army had weak control, and then harassed the rear. Wang Muzhi was a little confused about this. What did the Fengwu Army want to do?
You said they wanted to repeat the same trick and copy what Xun Ke did before, but the troops they sent out were a little small, and they were divided into seven or eight small teams to carry out harassment in different areas. To be honest, although doing so seems troublesome, in fact, even if the Fengwu Army harasses, the damage caused by the harassment is very limited.

Not only that, these small troops responsible for harassment also took very great risks. Although they have not yet reached the city of Jinyang, most of them have entered the area within 200 miles around Jinyang. Once they organize an encirclement and suppression, they may not be able to break out...
(End of this chapter)