What's wrong with me, a powerful minister, supporting a few female officials?

Chapter 129 The Second Clash Between the Commander and the Enchantress
Su Mo spurred his horse and galloped away, the mountain wind whipping at his face, making his mind increasingly clear.

The more he thought about it, the more something was wrong.

When asked why, he had revealed the strategy of "sheep eating people"!
This could be a crucial bargaining chip for future promotions!

He even arrogantly said that military strategy was not worth mentioning.

These days, learning literature and martial arts is not easy, but as long as you have money, you can always learn something.

The strategies and tactics are completely different!

It's not something ordinary people can access!

The commander of Fengming Division set up a magic array with a wave of his hand, demonstrating his astonishing cultivation!

Could it be that the same soul-capturing technique used by the Thousand-Household Commander of Fengming Division?
But why didn't the Vajra Pestle react at all?

Su Mo was completely baffled.

But I always felt that those hundred households were not as simple as they seemed on the surface.

We need to be more careful in the future.

Luckily, I have goodwill towards her, otherwise I might get sold out and still be counting the money for her!
Upon returning to Shenjing, he went directly into the city via the military road, dressed in the brocade guard robes, and without dismounting or being led by the horse, headed straight for Shangzuo.

After sending the chestnut horse back to the garrison stables, Su Mo went to find the commander.

Let's see if she knows about that cold-blooded background.

However, they were told that the commander had already left the office after his shift.

They went to the house with the three willow trees, but found it empty. Lin Moyin was not there; they didn't know where she had gone.

Su Mo could only return to her own house first.

As soon as I arrived home, I saw Chu Jianghe waiting at the side gate.

This guy is obsessed with getting a promotion.

Su Mo didn't say much, and handed the three bottles of perfume she had taken back from Lin Moyin back to her.

Chu Jianghe smiled and took his leave.

As soon as Su Mo pushed open the gate, he smelled a rich aroma of meat.

Having a capable and beautiful maid is really great!

They took care of all my daily needs, including meals!

In the past, when we came back from the yamen, we had to start a fire and cook for ourselves.

The aroma alone tells you it's salt and pepper pork ribs and braised lion's head meatballs.

It's clear that Jiang Lanzhen hasn't been slacking off; she's been consistently honing her culinary skills.

Su Mo hadn't eaten a pancake by noon today, and after running around, she was starving and her appetite was instantly whetted.

Just as he was about to stride towards the kitchen, there was a knock on the door.

Su Mo was stunned.

Could it be that Chu Jianghe has come again?
Or did Lord Qianhu return, realize he was looking for her, and thus find his way here?
He opened the door suspiciously.

Then he paused, stunned.

Outside the door stood a petite young woman, dressed in a green shirt and skirt, with exquisite features, a truly stunning beauty.

Like the young widow, she perfectly fits Su Mo's aesthetic standards!

They look vaguely familiar.

A glaring red bar above his head indicates a -39% favorability rating, along with a yellow exclamation mark that has stopped flashing.

This proves that this person is none other than Bai Susu, the Holy Maiden of the Heavenly Mother Sect!
When Bai Susu saw Su Mo, she blinked, her exquisitely beautiful face showing surprise: "Young Master Su?"

"Young Master Su, you actually live in this house?"

Su Mo also looked surprised: "You...you are Brother Su?"

Life is all about acting.

Everyone should act!
Anyway, I know her background and she has a cheat code, so I'm not afraid of her at all!
Bai Susu looked at Su Mo, covered her mouth and smiled: "Young Master Su has good eyesight!"

"Actually, my surname is Bai. Su Bai is just an alias I used for convenience when traveling. I hope you will forgive me, my lord."

As she spoke, she blinked and said, "What a coincidence!"

“The house I rent is right next to Mr. Su’s house.”

Su Mo cursed under his breath.

What a coincidence!

They clearly knew they lived here, which is why they deliberately moved here.

This Heavenly Mother Cult is indeed incredibly powerful; they even have members in the capital.

Otherwise, it would be impossible to easily find out where they were staying.

We absolutely cannot reveal her identity!
He could only laugh and say, "It really is a coincidence."

"Hmm...why is Lady White Snake suddenly coming to visit?"

Bai Susu blinked and said, "That's how it is."

“I have just moved into this house and was about to start a fire to cook when I realized I forgot to buy a flint and steel, so I came to borrow one from my neighbor.”

Su Mo became suspicious: "Miss Bai, don't you have a maid?"

"Such a small matter, does it require you to come in person?"

Bai Susu hesitated for a moment: "I am not feeling well, so Xiaoyu has gone to find medicine for me."

Su Mo's heart stirred, and he suddenly frowned, staring intently at Bai Susu.

Seeing that Bai Susu seemed a little awkward, he said in a deep voice, "Please forgive my rudeness, Lady Bai."

"Lady Bai, I see you are quite ill. You need treatment as soon as possible, otherwise..."

Bai Susu was taken aback, her pretty eyes narrowing slightly: "Young Master Su is knowledgeable in medicine?"

Su Mo nodded: "To be honest, Lady Bai, I was once taught medical skills by a senior with a white beard, but I am too dull and only learned the basics."

He looked at Bai Susu's face more carefully: "There's no mistake!"

"Lady Bai's face was pale and lacked vitality..."

"Uh, there's a faint feeling of stagnant energy gathering in my abdomen, and a chill is creeping in. I'm afraid I might have menstrual cramps..."

Su Mo's expression turned serious: "If it is not treated in time, not only will it recur every month, causing unbearable pain, but it will also be difficult to enjoy the joys of family life in the future!"

Bai Susu was truly taken aback.

Unexpectedly, Su Mo was actually skilled in medicine and could see my menstrual pain at a glance!
This ailment tormented her for several years!
Each attack caused her excruciating pain!

Even his own master and the traditional Chinese medicine doctor tried many methods, but to no avail!

Hearing Su Mo say that she would also lose her fertility, she immediately became anxious: "May I ask, Young Master Su, do you... do you have a cure?"

Su Mo hesitated for a moment: "It's not that it doesn't exist, it's just..."

Dragon's Beard Grass and Blood Jade Lotus Seeds are what Lord Qianhu plans to use to refine the Divine Essence Pill.

The reward is 20% of the favorability rating.

We can't let that vixen succeed so easily.

Upon hearing this, Bai Susu immediately became excited: "My lord, please speak frankly!"

"If you could tell me how to cure this, I would be eternally grateful!"

Su Mo frowned: "Never mind!"

"Those two items, though not easy to obtain, were obtained through three meetings with Lady White Snake, and coincidentally, Lady White Snake was afflicted with this illness. This is the will of Heaven!"

He casually pulled out a tinderbox and handed it to Bai Susu: "Young lady, you may return to your residence first."

"Once the medicine is prepared, I will have someone deliver it to the young lady."

Bai Susu hesitated for a moment, then took the tinder and gave Su Mo a slight bow: "Then I'll take my leave."

Su Mo stared at the enchantress's retreating figure, slightly taken aback.

My favorability rating actually increased by two points?
37%?
It seems that even the worst people have a shining side; at least the enchantress knows how to repay kindness.

There's not much to say next.

As instructed, simmer the medicinal soup over low heat.

Then, served by a beautiful maid, he went to have dinner.

The beautiful maid Jiang Lan was behind Su Mo, massaging his shoulders.

The pressure applied was just right, making Su Mo feel quite comfortable.

After eating, I simmered the medicinal soup for a while longer, and it was almost ready.

Jiang Lan has finished her meal.

Seeing that there was still quite a bit left, she hesitated for a moment, then said, "My lord, may I...may I take the remaining food with me?"

Su Mo picked up the earthenware pot, poured out the light green herbal soup that emitted a rich medicinal aroma, and said with a smile, "Take this to the people at Youyu Hall?"

Jiang Lan hesitated for a moment before explaining, "I wasted a lot of ingredients while practicing cooking, and it feels like such a waste to throw them away..." Su Mo nodded slightly, thought for a moment, and then said, "The business at Youyu Hall can only be done at noon, and something bad will happen sooner or later."

"Summon them tomorrow night and let me take a look at them to see if I can help them find a job."

A restaurant will definitely need a lot of staff.

Su Mo also plans to register the restaurant under Jiang Lan's name.

It wouldn't be a bad idea to have someone from Youyutang come and find some work.

That young man who called himself Chen Lai was eloquent and quick-witted; he was quite a talent.

Having just arrived in the capital, it was natural to develop one's own power base.

Otherwise, it would be inconvenient to go out and inquire about things.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Lan was overjoyed and quickly bowed to Su Mo, saying, "This maid thanks you on their behalf, young master!"

Su Mo smiled and said, "Thank you, it's not just talk, we'll see how you do it!"

Jiang Lan suddenly remembered what Su Mo had said this morning: what "knowledge" he wanted to teach her?
Her pretty face immediately turned red with embarrassment!

Su Mo then smiled and said, "Take this bowl of medicine to Miss Bai in the next house, and don't spill it."

"After you get back, pack up the leftover food and give it to the people at Youyutang."

Jiang Lan had just left.

Su Mo leaned back in her chair, about to close her eyes and rest for a moment, when suddenly a white shadow flashed before her eyes, and a cold voice came: "Hmph!"

"You managed to take this woman from Youyutang into your household in just one day? Officer Su is quite capable!"

Su Mo looked at the suddenly appearing Lord Qianhu in surprise.

Lord Qianhu is still the same as always, never taking the usual path!
Entering a house without knocking!
He smiled wryly and said, "It's just that it's convenient to have someone to do things with."

Then he immediately changed the subject: "What brings you here?"

Lin Moyin glared at the bastard, then snorted and said, "The matter of investing in the brothel is settled!"

"However, the conditions have changed slightly."

Su Mo poured a bowl of tea for the commander and asked with a frown, "What changes?"

Lin Moyin said calmly, "The restaurant will take 30% of the profits, but the profits must be seen next month, and the monthly amount must not be less than one hundred taels."

Su Mo was somewhat surprised: "They don't believe the restaurant is profitable?"

Based on the restaurant's profits, isn't this just giving away money for free?
Lin Moyin shook her head and said, "Whether you believe it or not is one thing!"

"They have one more condition!"

"You need to come up with an extra five hundred taels of silver!"

Su Mo understood immediately upon hearing this.

This money was distributed among the leaders of the left office.

He hesitated for a moment: "It's not that I can't come up with five hundred taels, but starting up the restaurant will require a lot of money."

As he spoke, he looked at Lord Commander...

But before he could speak, Lin Moyin quickly said, "Don't look at me!"

"I have no money!"

Su Mo was speechless...

Lin Moyin blinked her pretty eyes: "How about you make a few more bottles of perfume..."

He paused, then added, "Perfume is selling quite well!"

Su Mo glared at her, annoyed: "This thing, you can't just make it like that!"

"We need to use scarcity marketing!"

Lord Qianhu looked at Su Mo curiously: "What kind of scarcity marketing?"

Su Mo casually said, "It's just keeping them hanging on!"

"If too much is shipped out at once, the perfume will become worthless!"

He frowned and said, "Never mind."

"Have the Embroidered Uniform Guard send a letter to Changping, requesting that he transfer one thousand taels of silver from him!"

Anyway, what Changping does is basically a business with no capital investment. Transferring cash won't affect his profits.

Lin Moyin immediately nodded: "Okay!"

"Write a letter and have someone send it to Changping as soon as you get back!"

The two Jinyiwei officials, one tall and one short, didn't feel at all that using the court's manpower to do their own private business was inappropriate.

As Lin Moyin spoke, her delicate and straight nose suddenly twitched slightly.

"Huh? The smell of dragon's beard grass and blood jade lotus seeds?"

She looked at Su Mo suspiciously: "Have you already brewed the medicinal soup?"

Su Mo's heart skipped a beat.

Lord Commander, did you have a great battle with Bai Susu at Longmen Cave?

Even though they chased the people away.

But in fact, Lord Qianhu was inferior in skill!
Although Bai Susu did not resemble the demoness with a black veil covering her face and wearing black armor in any way.

Who knows if Lord Chiju will even recognize him!
Besides, what if Bai Susu sees Lord Qianhu and they become enemies, and she gets so angry that she starts a fight?
Su Mo quickly replied, "Yes, the medicine has already been prepared, and I've sent a maid to deliver it!"

"Let's not talk about this for now!"

"I'll write to my third uncle right away, and ask you to come and grind the ink for me!"

He naturally didn't want Lin Moyin to get into a fight with the demoness.

Tell Lin Moyin about this, so that even if they can get the court's experts to capture the demoness.

But behind the demoness are the Golden Core Heavenly Mother and the Nine Dragons Taoist, who is half a terrestrial immortal!

Su Mo would never let Lin Moyin take any risks!
As expected, Lin Moyin was immediately enraged by Su Mo's words. Her attention was immediately diverted, and she glared at Su Mo through gritted teeth: "You want me to grind the ink for you?"

"Can you say that again?"

Su Mo blinked and looked at Commander Qianhu: "What's wrong?"

"No?"

"A beautiful woman adds fragrance to the ink, her delicate hands grind ink, and a clear flute plays a dreamlike melody under the moonlit night—how lovely!"

In short, we've got Lord Qianhu under our control!
Lord Qianhu obediently went to grind the ink.

A letter.

Lord Qianhu snorted and slapped away Su Mo's restless hand that was about to explore the strange peak, and was about to leave.

Suddenly, Bai Susu and Jiang Lan walked into the house together.

Su Mo was stunned for a moment.

Suddenly, the exclamation mark above Bai Susu's head turned green!

This is……

Can I claim the task reward?

Previously, the system would just give a direct prompt!
Does it mean that a notification will only be sent after a period of time when the item is not claimed?

But now is not the time to study this problem!
Su Mo had a bad feeling!

Sure enough, Bai Susu's eyes suddenly narrowed, and her gaze fell on Lin Moyin.

Lin Moyin's pretty face also darkened slightly, her sharp gaze sweeping over Bai Susu from head to toe without any attempt to hide it!

A moment later, the commander, his voice somber and his eyes flashing with murderous intent, coldly asked, "Who are you?"

"Where have I seen you before?"

Bai Susu was about to speak.

Su Mo quickly smiled and said, "Miss Bai, you are a scholar who is going to the capital to take the imperial examination."

"I have met you a few times."

"The dragon beard grass and blood jade lotus seeds that the master gave you earlier were for treating Miss Bai's illness."

Lin Moyin gave Bai Susu a cold look, then looked at Su Mo suspiciously: "A scholar going to the capital for the imperial examination?"

Su Mo nodded emphatically: "Yes!"

"Young Lady Bai is exceptionally talented and aspires to pass the imperial examinations and serve the court. Therefore, she has come to the capital ahead of schedule to review her studies!"

Bai Susu smiled and gave Lin Moyin a slight bow: "This humble servant, Bai Susu, greets this sir!"

"I was ill, but fortunately, Mr. Su's skillful hands brought me back to health. Therefore, I have come to express my gratitude."

"But I never knew that the medicine that cured my illness came from you, sir."

She paused slightly, her expression turning serious: "If there is an opportunity in the future, I will never forget your kindness in bestowing medicine upon me, and I will certainly... repay you handsomely!"

(End of this chapter)