Doted By The Regent King-Chapter 720 - 719 Wufu’s Code of Conduct

Wen Congrui wasn’t in the elegant private room, but had instead set up a table in the pavilion of the small courtyard. When Wufu arrived, only he and his trusted servant, Nan Shan, were together.

"Miss Wufu." Nan Shan nodded at Wufu and then withdrew to the side.

"I’ve seen the official." Wufu bent her knee slightly in a salute to Wen Congrui. ƒгeewebnovёl_com

Wen Congrui said, "I heard you were also here, please sit."

Wufu sat down and smiled, "I brought a young man over to try something new. But, what about you, official, what brings you here today?"

Wen Congrui responded, "I also heard that there’s a new wine that’s become quite popular, so I came to see what it was all about."

Wufu glanced at the table, which had no wine or anything of the sort on it.

"Another case is pending investigation, so I won’t be drinking," Wen Congrui said with a smile, as if he had read her mind.

"You should have come after dinner, then. You could have had a light drink. However, the Fiery Burning Knife is extremely spicy, not suitable for drinking in excess, and not fitting for an official like you."

"Does wine also differ depending on who drinks it?" Wen Congrui raised an eyebrow.

Wufu nodded seriously, "Naturally, such wine is probably more suited for the rough men of Jianghu, the common folks, the brawny types. An official like you would probably prefer something more gentle."

"I disagree with that. Even a scholar might enjoy a strong drink," Wen Congrui countered, shaking his head.

"There are, of course, such scholars, but scholars pursue poetry and grace. This kind of wine might be fine for a taste, but it’s pointless to savor it," Wufu said with a laugh.

Wen Congrui smiled without saying a word.

When he didn’t speak, Wufu also stayed silent, and the air seemed to quiet down all at once.

"Does Wufu know that after taking office, I handled a case with diseased pigs? It’s quite a coincidence that the person involved in the case is related to Wufu, isn’t it?" Wen Congrui suddenly said.

"Oh?"

"It’s your elder maternal aunt’s family, the Lu Family, who earns their living by slaughtering pigs."

Wufu lifted her head, "What are you trying to say, official?"

Wen Congrui looked into her clear, bright, and dark eyes, and suddenly found himself at a loss for words.

"The crime of the Lu Family was the doings of your friend, Ninth Master."

Wufu began to smile, "Are you trying to say that Ah Jiu framed the Lu Family?"

Wen Congrui looked steadily at her.

"Does the official know the saying ’You can’t force the cow to drink water by pressing its head down’? The Lu Family’s calamity is nothing but the result of their own improper conduct and greed. Otherwise, how were they trapped? I’ve also heard that the Lu Family bullied and dominated the market, squeezing out many competitors, struggling to make a living, and even selling substandard goods as high quality. By dealing with the Lu Family, you were a boon to the people, and we commoners couldn’t be more pleased!"

"Wufu, you indeed knew about it."

Wufu took a sip of her tea, "Knowing or not knowing, what difference does it make?"

Wen Congrui, looking down, said, "Granted, the Lu Family brought it upon themselves, but if they brought in sick pigs, a plague could break out. Don’t you think it’s wrong to harm the innocent for a personal vendetta?"

"Official, in your position you must carry out your governance. As an official serving the people, of course, you see things from that perspective, but Wufu is just a commoner who wishes to live peacefully, not coveted by others, not sabotaged in secret, hoping only to protect her family and herself. As for the means, I don’t think too much about them. You might as well see me as selfish," Wufu said calmly as she looked at him. "You don’t have to probe; this matter actually began because of me. The Lu Family, it was I who wanted to destroy them, it has nothing to do with anyone else."

"You!" Wen Congrui’s eyes became sharp.

Wufu smiled faintly, "Official, I abide by the principle ’if no one offends me, I offend no one. But if I’m offended, I will retaliate.’ That’s my philosophy in life!"

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