I trade in both worlds

Chapter 303 Installation Started

Xu Ziqi shook his head, but his brows were still furrowed. "When we arrived in Dingzhou, we heard from the innkeeper that a small caravan was robbed three or four days ago. Fortunately, no one was hurt, but all the goods were stolen."

"After the government went out, they couldn't find any trace of the bandits." He sighed, his tone full of helplessness about the government's efficiency: "Those bandits are very cunning, like loaches, they are very slippery."

Xu Ziqing asked curiously, "Did they just rob that small caravan?"

"No, the shopkeeper said that a wealthy family's convoy was also hit the day before." Xu Ziqi shook his head. "But the bandits were not so lucky this time. They were chased away by the escorts and guards hired by this family."

"But the guards and escorts were all injured, and I heard that some of them were seriously injured."

Xu Ziqing was frightened: "Oh my god, is it so dangerous? Brother, you'd better not go there next time."

Xu Xu couldn't help but put down the bowl and chopsticks in his hand, his eyes revealing his feelings about the fickleness of the world: "This world is really not peaceful, even going out is so dangerous."

Xu Ziqi continued, "Yes, people in and outside the city were in a panic at the time. The government said that these robbers might be the bandits who committed the murder of a whole family in Bozhou a few months ago and fled to Dingzhou."

"They are cruel and cunning, and the people are terrified of them."

"What family annihilation case?" Xu Ziqing's curiosity was completely aroused, and he couldn't help but ask.

Xu Ziqi lowered his voice and spoke slowly.

Xu Xu was also listening intently, and asked with pity, "Is that family all gone?"

"The rich businessman's son escaped the disaster because he lived in a Taoist temple. He sent a servant back to give a gift to the young lady. When the incident happened, the servant hid among the dead bodies and also escaped the disaster." Xu Ziqi continued.

"He waited until the robbers left before he dared to crawl out and report the case. The case caused a sensation and the government kept investigating but still had no clues."

"Those bandits seemed to have evaporated from the face of the earth, without a trace." Xu Ziqi's tone was filled with indignation at the government's incompetence.

"It was not until the robbery in Dingzhou that the government suspected that these robbers might be the same group of people who committed the murder in Bozhou."

After hearing this, Xu Ziqing felt mixed emotions, including sympathy for the victim and indignation at the criminals' evil deeds.

"These people are so cruel and they must be brought to justice," she said gritting her teeth.

Xu Ziqi nodded in agreement, then remembered something and continued, "Oh, right, the escort leader heard that the government had offered a reward, so he led more than a hundred escorts to encircle and suppress the bandits."

Xu Ziqing asked with concern: "Have they returned now? Have they caught those people?"

Xu Ziqi took a sip of Coke to moisten his throat, and continued, "They were caught. When the bandits were taken back to Dingzhou, the people lined the streets to welcome them, and the escorts received a lot of rewards."

Hearing this, Xu Xu also breathed a sigh of relief: "That's great, these villains have finally been brought to justice. I hope things will be more peaceful in the future and that this kind of thing won't happen again."

But then, her brows slightly furrowed again, "I thought it was peaceful now and there would be no bandits, but who knows, it's still not safe. I have to be more careful when I go out next time."

Hearing this, Xu Ziqi's expression became serious: "Yes, there are always people who take risks for money. This incident also sounded a wake-up call for us. We must be more cautious in the future."

"Look at modern times. There are cameras everywhere, but there are still people robbing and stealing. So, no matter how the times change, people's hearts are unpredictable, and we must always be on guard against others," Xu Ziqing sighed.

The topic gradually turned to how to protect their own safety. Xu Ziqi suddenly suggested: "Xuxu, if Xiaojin and the others really want to take the imperial examination in the future, they should learn some martial arts to at least be able to protect themselves. They can't just study."

Hearing this, Xu Xu nodded in agreement: "You are right. I think we should hire a martial arts master to teach the children martial arts. It can not only strengthen their bodies, but also protect themselves."

It seems that I will have to go to the clan leader's house again in a few days. Fortunately, the court gave a lot of bounty last year, so even if we add another martial arts master, it will be enough to cover the expenses of the clan school.

Speaking of studying, Xu Ziqing suddenly turned to look at Xu Xu: "Xu Xu, should these furniture be installed in the main room?"

Xu Ziqi replied directly: "Yes, if it is installed in the yard, we can't move it in because the wood is so heavy. If it is installed in the main hall, we can take it back directly."

"In this case, it will be inconvenient for Xuxu to go there. Besides, the kindergarten will start in a few days, and it will not be convenient for Weiwei and Tiantian to go to school either." Xu Ziqing said worriedly.

"Oh, I forgot Weiwei and Tiantian are going to kindergarten." Xu Ziqi's tone was full of apology.

He didn't expect that his plan would affect Xu Xu's normal life.

Xu Xu was slightly stunned when she heard this, then smiled in relief. "It's okay, I've already thought about it. I'll call the kindergarten principal tonight and ask for leave for the two children, and then go to the kindergarten a few days later."

Xu Ziqi looked at Xu Xu and said seriously, "Xu Xu, is it really okay?"

"Brother Xu, it's really okay." Xu Xu said affirmatively: "It's just kindergarten. Missing a few days won't have any impact. Don't worry."

Seeing her affirmative look, Xu Ziqi finally felt relieved.

In the afternoon, when the sun was shining brightly, Xu Jianli and his father Xu Qinglin walked briskly into Xu Xu's yard.

"Brother Jianli, Uncle Qinglin, you're here so soon. Have you eaten?" Xu Xu walked forward with a smile on his face.

Xu Ziqi and Xu Ziqing also followed behind Xu Xu.

"We've eaten. We set out early to avoid delays." Xu Qinglin replied with a smile.

Xu Xu introduced with a smile: "Uncle Qinglin, this is my good sister Xu Ziqing, and this is Miss Xu's brother Xu Ziqi."

Xu Ziqi and Xu Ziqing greeted politely: "Uncle Qinglin."

Xu Qinglin nodded, with a glimmer of approval in his eyes: "Good kids, all good kids."

After a brief greeting, his eyes were involuntarily attracted by the pile of carefully selected wood in the yard.

Xu Qinglin couldn't wait to walk towards the pile of wood, and Xu Jianli followed closely behind him, and the father and son began their work.

Xu Qinglin selected a set of parts for a Huanghuali couch. The delicate texture, even without being polished, revealed a texture as warm and smooth as jade.

"Jianli, come here and help me align these mortise and tenon structures. Let's start with this couch." Xu Qinglin ordered.

Xu Jianli stepped forward in response, and the father and son began their work in tacit understanding.