The Red Mansion

Chapter 10 The Xue Family Army is Here

He Yun was an experienced guard and knew that Xue Pan would most likely cause trouble again, so he did not neglect him.

He stared at the Xue family's cruise ship approaching the shore with sharp eyes, and then he found that three Xue family servants were watching stealthily on the shore.

He Yun whispered to Jiang Nian, "Master, there are people from the Xue family on the shore watching us. It seems that Xue Pan is likely to lead others to cause trouble."

Xiangling was worried when she heard this, and hurriedly looked towards the shore, where she found three sneaky servants from the Xue family.

Xiangling looked ashamed and said to Jiang Nian, "Master, this is my fault. I'm the one who brought you trouble."

Jiang Nian smiled slightly and replied gently, "How can you be blamed for this?"

Xiangling blushed shyly, her cheeks tinged with crimson. Her voice was as thin as a mosquito's: "It was that man...that man wanted to buy me. Master protected me. If I hadn't been here today, there wouldn't be this trouble."

In her opinion, Jiang Nian was competing with Xue Pan today just to protect her.

She was very touched by this, and her admiration for Jiang Nian deepened.

Jiang Nian did not deny it: "Well, I really want to protect you today."

When Xiangling heard this, she was deeply moved and her eyes became slightly red.

Jiang Nian reached out and gently patted Xiangling's head, saying with a smile, "But this isn't your fault. It's the Xue family's young master's fault for being so overbearing. He was the one who acted unreasonably first. Don't worry, your master is capable. If the Xue family's young master continues to cause trouble, he will suffer the consequences."

After saying that, Jiang Nian asked Xiang Ling to step back and whispered a few words to He Yun.

He Yun said respectfully, "Yes, sir!"

Immediately, He Yun ordered the cruise ship to dock.

The group quickly returned home.

Jill and three other servants from the Xue family followed closely all the way.

After escorting Jiang Nian home, He Yun hurriedly rode away and headed straight for the Jiangning Jiedushi Yamen...

Because He Zhong and Qiu Fu both went to Daru Prefecture on business, the only men left in the family, except Jiang Nian and He Yun, were Meng Xiong, Dong Liang and Dong Feng.

Dong Liang and Dong Feng, father and son, were bought a few days ago. Dong Liang was already a groom, and Dong Feng, who was only fourteen years old, was already a servant.

Jiang Nian ordered the courtyard gate to be closed tightly and personally led Meng Xiong, Dong Liang and Dong Feng to defend the gate.

He also prepared a long stick, a bow and arrow, and a long-handled sword...

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Jill and three other servants from the Xue family followed them to the Jiang family.

Then, Jier hurried back to Xue's house to report to Xue Pan.

The other two servants were watching outside the Jiang family's door.

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Under Xue Pan's escort, Aunt Xue and Xue Baochai returned home. As soon as the mother and daughter returned to the inner house, they wanted to summon Xue Pan to continue persuading him not to get entangled with Jiang Nian, but they learned that Xue Pan had hurriedly left with ten slaves and several servants.

"This evil creature, why won't he listen to advice?"

Aunt Xue said gloomily. She and Xue Baochai were both worried. They were worried that Xue Pan would injure or cripple Jiang Nian, and especially worried that beating Jiang Nian to death would cause trouble...

After Xue Pan and his group left the Xue family, they ran towards the Qinhuai River in a rage.

I met Jill on the way.

"uncle!"

Jier called out and ran to Xue Pan panting.

Xue Pan raised his eyebrows and asked, "Why are you here? Did the prisoner escape?" Ji'er bowed and said, "Master, you are wise. As soon as you left, the prisoner also went ashore and went home. Judging from his panic, he must have been scared by you and was afraid that you would punish him if he stayed in the Qinhuai River."

Xue Pan sneered, "That prisoner was so bold to fight me in Qinhuai River before. Now that he knows how powerful I am, he's scared now? What a coward!"

Jier flattered, "Who in Jiangning City doesn't know your great reputation? Besides, if you say you're going to kill him, how could he not be afraid?"

"Humph, you think you can get away with just running back home? I won't stop until I give him a good beating today!" Xue Pan said angrily, "Do you know where his home is?"

Ji'er said, "Master ordered me to keep a close eye on him, so how could I dare neglect him? I've already tracked him down and know where his home is. I've asked Li'er and Ru'er to keep watch outside his house, and I've come to report to you in a hurry."

Xue Pan nodded with satisfaction and patted Ji'er's face: "You did a good job. Come on, let's go beat the prisoner."

Ji'er glanced at the ten strong slaves and several servants following Xue Pan, pondered for a moment, and suggested, "Master, shouldn't we call a few more people? That guy is strong and robust, and he's followed by a strong man. He must have other people at home. In my opinion, we should bring more people with us when we go to his house this time."

Xue Pan thought it made sense, and immediately recruited a few shop assistants from the Xue family shop.

Ten powerful slaves, several servants, and several guys, more than twenty people in total, formed a "Xue Family Army" and marched towards the Jiang family with great momentum and might.

Xue Pan was very proud, as if he was a general leading thousands of troops to war.

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Jiang family.

Meng Xiong was climbing on the wall to look out when he saw Xue Pan leading the "Xue Family Army" coming.

Meng Xiong hurriedly said to Jiang Nian, "There are more than 20 people outside, and they don't have good intentions."

Jiang Nian nodded slightly, but he was calm and composed, without any fear on his face.

Immediately, Jiang Nian took out the bow and arrow, stroked the bowstring with his fingers, and a gleam of light flashed in his eyes.

Meng Xiong fetched a long stick, two meters long, slightly thick, and a bit heavy in his hand. He grasped the stick with both hands and swung it casually, sending a whistling sound along with a low, humming sound.

Meng Xiong grinned, his eyes full of fighting spirit.

bang bang bang...

At this time, there was a knock on the door, breaking the silence in the yard.

Meng Xiong strode to the door and shouted, "Who's knocking?"

It was Jill who knocked on the door.

Jier shouted, "My Master Xue is here! Your boy just offended my Master in the Qinhuai River. Call him out!"

Jiang Nian whispered to Meng Xiong, who relayed the message, "How dare you gather a crowd and commit violence in broad daylight? Aren't you afraid of the law?"

Ji'er looked back at Xue Pan, who couldn't contain himself anymore and stepped forward, shouting, "I'm not afraid of shit! Tell that prisoner to come out and get beaten. If he doesn't, I'll bring my men in!"

Jiang Nian whispered something to Meng Xiong again. Meng Xiong nodded and shouted at the gate, "Hey! You guys should retreat now, or you will suffer the consequences!"

The voice was loud and powerful, and even outside the courtyard, it was still full of momentum.

Xue Pan was furious when he heard this: "Hey, you guys asked for this. I, Uncle Xue, didn't mean to barge in. Don't blame me for making things worse!"

He turned around, waved his hand at the "Xue Family Army", and shouted, "Get in!"

Little did they know that at this time there was a real army coming from the Jiangning Jiedushi Office.

This army consisted of a hundred soldiers, all wearing armor and holding weapons.

The army was led by Tang Jina, the governor of Jiangning.

The Jiangning Jiedushi was a first-rank military officer.

At this moment, He Yun was riding a horse behind Tang Jina...

(End of this chapter)