Wife is hell

Chapter 25 I got tricked!

Jiang Mu's mind raced, and he smiled modestly:

"Although my master instructed me not to reveal my abilities easily to avoid unnecessary trouble, I have always admired Chongtian Temple. If you, Daoist, are so kind as to impart your knowledge, I would be more than willing to accept it."

I only hope that you, Daoist Master, will keep this a secret and not publicize my involvement, lest it displease our Master.

"I understand! I understand!"

Wenhe patted his chest confidently, "Fellow Daoist Mu, please rest assured, my mouth is very tight. I know what I should say and what I shouldn't say."

Xiao Hai, the apprentice next to him, rolled his eyes.

If Master's words could be trusted, it would only be possible if rivers flowed backward and a mute could sing.

Just then, a strange bird with fiery red feathers and a dove-like shape appeared in the sky and circled down.

Seeing this, Xiao Hai took out a whistle and blew it.

Hearing the sound, the strange bird swooped down and landed steadily on Xiao Hai's outstretched arm.

Xiao Hai took a slip of paper from the small bamboo tube on the bird's leg, unfolded it, and his face changed drastically. He rushed to Wen He and cried out, "Master, something terrible has happened!"

Displeased that his mood had been interrupted, Wenhe asked, "What's the rush?"

Xiao Hai handed over the note.

Wenhe took a look and his expression darkened.

He glanced at Jiang Mu, hesitated slightly, but ultimately had no choice but to bow and apologize.
"Fellow Daoist Mu, I am truly sorry. Some matters have arisen at my sect, and I must return to handle them. I am afraid I will not be able to have a thorough discussion with you today. I will certainly visit you another day to apologize."

Jiang Mu waved his hand and said, "Daoist Master, you flatter me. Business is important. There's plenty of time for further discussion later."

Feeling guilty, Wen He took out a wooden token from his sleeve and handed it to Jiang Mu:

"Fellow Daoist Mu, this is a token of my Chongtian Temple. If you encounter any trouble in the future, you can bring this token to the temple to find me. I will do my best to help you."

"Thank you, Taoist Master."

Jiang Mu accepted it without hesitation.

Chongtian Temple holds a prominent position in Yancheng and has close ties with the Patrol Office, so this token might be useful in the future.

Wenhe then took out several more talismans of different materials and handed them over somewhat embarrassed:
"These are some talismans that I practice drawing in my daily life. They are crude works. If Fellow Daoist Mu could help me check for any mistakes or omissions in his spare time, I would be extremely grateful."

Jiang Mu needed to study the talismans of this world, and accepted them with a smile:

"You're too kind, Daoist Master. If my master visits in the future, I will ask her to help me with the analysis."

Upon hearing this, Wenhe was even more grateful.

After thanking him repeatedly, he hurriedly left with his apprentice.

Jiang Mu watched the two figures disappear, then looked down at the talisman in his hand, preparing to go back inside for a closer look.

Just then, they heard voices coming from next door.

A woman, about forty years old and neatly dressed, walked out of Shi Baolu's house, chatting and laughing.

Shi Yuhua stayed by his side.

As she listened to the woman speak, her bright eyes inadvertently drifted to Jiang Mu's face.

Immediately, a warm smile gently spread across her lips.

"Hey, isn't this Xiao Jiang?"

The woman saw Jiang Mu, came up to him, looked him up and down, and exclaimed in amazement.
"Everyone says you're a bright kid, but I didn't believe it at first. But after seeing you today, I can see that your demeanor is indeed quite different."

Jiang Mu recognized the woman.

Her surname is Mei, and she runs a pharmacy. She is a well-known female pharmacist in the neighborhood.

During the years when Jiang Mu was mentally impaired, An Chenghu often asked her to come and treat him.

It seems they came to treat Shi Yuhua's illness.

In the chaotic memories belonging to "Mu Jiang", Jiang Mu knew that Shi Yuhu had once suffered a serious illness.

Although she miraculously survived, she lost her fertility.

This also meant that although she was beautiful, very few men were willing to propose marriage to her, especially since she was mute.

After that serious illness, Shi Yuhua would occasionally experience dizziness and other strange symptoms, such as sudden chills or fever.

But most of the time it wasn't serious, and she was able to tough it out.

In severe cases, it can cause fainting.

Therefore, it is necessary to take medicine frequently or have a doctor massage the area to relieve the symptoms.

Jiang Mu smiled and said, "Aunt Mei, this is all thanks to the prescriptions you wrote in the early years. They laid the foundation and the medicine has been gentle and nourishing, which has allowed my mind to gradually become clear again."

"Oh, you've gotten clever, and your tongue's sweeter too." Mei Langzhong laughed heartily, then pinched Jiang Mu's arm.
"You're just a bit thin, like a little chick. Come to the shop another day, and I'll get you some medicine to strengthen your bones. Don't worry, it's a gift!"

Jiang Mu smiled and said, "Then thank you in advance, Aunt Mei."

He knew in his heart that Doctor Mei was usually cold and harsh to people, and his enthusiasm and kindness towards him was mostly because of Uncle An, the head constable of the county government, who was behind him.

Otherwise, the world would be very different from what it is now.

The mind is like flowing water, with profit as its source. When the source dries up, the flow ceases. That's the principle.

"Also, Auntie, you look a little weak."

Dr. Mei spoke frankly, pulling on Jiang Mu's arm and saying, "I'll prescribe you a few more kidney-tonifying and aphrodisiac medicines later. They're my aunt's family secret recipes, and they're very effective."

Jiang Mu quickly explained, "I just didn't sleep well last night, so I'm a little tired."

Yu-yu-jie is standing right next to me; she can't be mistaken for having kidney deficiency.

He glanced at Shi Yuru.

The woman lowered her head slightly, covered her lips with the back of her hand, her shoulders trembled slightly, and her fair cheeks were flushed with a faint blush.

Perhaps sensing Jiang Mu's gaze, she tried to suppress her smile and put on a serious face.

A silent smile rippled from her expressive eyes, her gaze carrying a hint of shyness and a touch of teasing towards her little brother, Mu Jiang.

"What do you mean by being tired?"

Dr. Mei rolled her eyes and said, "Everyone who comes to me says the same thing. You men are just so concerned about saving face."

Let me tell you a secret, your Uncle An has often had to get medicine from me. And there's also Master Liu from the county government, Master Zhang from the Zhang family cloth shop… oh, even Master Yan and Inspector Shen from the patrol office, and several distinguished guests from the capital, they're all my regular customers.

In this regard, my aunt is far better than any of those so-called miracle doctors or imperial physicians.

Jiang Mu found it both funny and exasperating.

The female doctor didn't shy away from the topic at all.

But upon hearing the words "Master Yan," a thought struck him, and he subconsciously asked, "Are you referring to Yan Qingshan?"

"Who else could it be but him?"

Dr. Mei casually added, "However, his manhood is not easy to maintain; he probably won't be able to have sex for three to five years."

"and many more!"

Jiang Mu suddenly froze.

He stared intently at Doctor Mei: "You mean, Yan Qingshan is currently unable to have sexual intercourse?"

Dr. Mei realized that she had intruded on someone else's private affairs and regretted speaking too quickly, but since the words were already out, she nodded and said, "She has suffered an injury before, so she definitely can't have sex."

Jiang Mu stood there, somewhat dazed.

its not right.

It was clear that all the female victims had been assaulted.

If Yan Qingshan, who was unable to have sex, only participated in the beatings and did not commit any assault, then could it be Wu who committed the assault?

But this is even more impossible.

He understood Wu's psychology all too well.

In his eyes, these women were cheap substitutes, and he, with his proud and twisted nature, would never touch them.

He just liked to watch from the sidelines.

Jiang Mu felt as if his head was about to split open.

He realized that he might have made a very serious mistake.

But what exactly was the mistake?
The contents of the case files flashed through my mind like a revolving lantern.

The horrific state of each victim's corpse is clearly revealed.

The process of exposing Yan Qingshan and Wu's crimes is being replayed scene by scene...

Jiang Mu pondered deeply.

until--

"hiss--"

Jiang Mu suddenly realized something, gasped, and felt a chill run through his body.

Damn it, they've been tricked by Yan Qingshan!

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