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On the way back to the Jiang Residence, Jiang Lian'er sat in the carriage, her mind racing with thoughts. Through the narrow gap of the window, she gazed at the scenery outside; the ancient streets and buildings rushed by, and the attire of passersby along with the shouts of street vendors felt both novel and utterly unfamiliar. She knew that upon returning to the Jiang Residence, she would inevitably face more challenges and dangers, but she had made up her mind not to sit idly by.
Pei Yichen rode alongside on horseback, his posture tall and imposing. His deep-set eyes occasionally glanced toward the carriage, revealing a hint of concern and curiosity for Jiang Lian'er. Inside the carriage, she nervously tugged at the hem of her clothing, a habit she had when anxious. She understood that Pei Yichen was currently her only ally in this era, yet she did not want to rely on him too heavily; after all, she had to forge her own path in the future.
"Miss Jiang, are you well?" Pei Yichen's voice broke through her thoughts from outside.
Jiang Lian'er straightened slightly and cleared her throat before responding, "Thank you for your concern, Mr. Pei. I was merely pondering some matters."
Pei Yichen smiled gently. "Your performance at the Mountain Temple earlier was extraordinary for a woman. I wonder how you acquired such keen intelligence, Miss Jiang?"
Jiang Lian'er felt a jolt of alarm; she knew she could not reveal her identity as a time traveler. Thinking quickly, she replied, "I have loved reading since childhood. Although my family has faced many upheavals, those books became my only solace. From them, I learned many principles about navigating life and understanding the world."
Pei Yichen nodded thoughtfully. "I see. It is rare to find someone as studious as you, Miss Jiang."
Seizing the opportunity, Jiang Lian'er inquired about the current situation in the capital and the Jiang family's standing in official circles. "Mr. Pei, I have been quite sheltered at home and know little about external affairs. Could you enlighten me on the various factions in the capital? What dealings does my family have in official matters?"
Pei Yichen pondered for a moment before responding slowly, "The situation in the capital is complex and ever-changing. Currently, there are several major factions balancing each other within the court. Your family holds a certain status in official circles; however, your father is quite diplomatic and has connections with many officials. The intricacies of these relationships are difficult to summarize succinctly. Recently, there have also been some undercurrents within the palace that seem connected to certain officials. My investigation into the assassins may be related to these underlying forces."
Jiang Lian'er mentally noted this information; she realized that matters concerning the Jiang family were far from simple. To establish herself firmly within her family, she needed to understand these complex relationships.
As the carriage continued forward, suddenly a group of people blocked their path ahead. Pei Yichen instinctively grasped the hilt of his sword and signaled for the driver to stop.
Jiang Lian'er felt a tightening in her chest, uncertain of what was happening.
Pei Yichen dismounted and approached the group to speak with them briefly. Inside the carriage, Jiang Lian'er anxiously awaited his return; through the window, she observed that while these individuals wore ordinary clothing, their eyes held an unusual intensity.
Before long, Pei Yichen returned to the carriage and quietly said to Jiang Lian'er, "Miss Jiang, the road ahead is blocked by some refugees. They seem to have suffered from a disaster and are asking for food and money."
Jiang Lian'er felt a stir in her heart as she recalled the accounts of ancient famines she had seen in modern society. She lifted the curtain of the carriage and said to Pei Yichen, "Mr. Pei, I would like to speak with them."
Pei Yichen looked at her with some concern but nodded and helped Jiang Lian'er down from the carriage. She walked up to the group of refugees, observing their tattered clothing and emaciated faces, feeling a wave of sympathy rise within her.
"Dear villagers, I know you have suffered from a disaster and are living in hardship. However, we do not have much money or food to spare on this journey. But I can share some self-help methods with you," Jiang Lian'er said loudly.
The refugees looked up at the young woman, their eyes revealing a hint of confusion.
Jiang Lian'er continued, "You can search for wild vegetables and fruits to stave off hunger. Edible plants like shepherd's purse and dandelion can be found. You can also fish by the river using simple tools made from branches and vines. Additionally, if there is any wasteland available, you might try cultivating easy-to-grow crops like sweet potatoes, which have high yields and are resilient."
Upon hearing Jiang Lian'er's words, the refugees began to murmur among themselves. Some of them showed glimmers of hope in their eyes. After expressing their gratitude to Jiang Lian'er, they gradually dispersed.
Pei Yichen watched Jiang Lian'er with admiration in his eyes. "Miss Jiang is not only intelligent but also compassionate. I truly respect you."
Jiang Lian'er smiled slightly. "Mr. Pei is too kind; I'm just doing what I can."
As the outline of the Jiang Residence gradually came into view, Jiang Lian'er clenched her fists. She understood that her battle for survival in this ancient world was about to officially begin within the scheming walls of the Jiang Residence. She needed to make good use of her modern wisdom to navigate through the complex family struggles and court intrigues in search of a glimmer of hope. At the same time, she was filled with anticipation for her future collaboration with Pei Yichen; perhaps he would become her strongest ally in this era.
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