After transmigrating into the body of a widow, I became the richest man in the capital.

Chapter 136 Library

The little stool looked like a child, very happy.

Xiao Dengzi knew the road to the capital very well. He drove his own horse-drawn carriage, so Su Xiaoxiao's mule cart didn't need to go to the capital anymore.

However, even when riding in a covered carriage, the journey was still bumpy. Fortunately, Xiao Dengzi knew the way and they traveled on official roads, which allowed them to arrive in the capital without any obstacles.

All along the way, Su Xiaoxiao felt like she was in a dream. Had she finally arrived in the legendary capital city? It wasn't until Xiao Dengzi called out, "Sister Xiaoxiao, we've arrived! The city walls of Chang'an are just ahead."

Su Xiaoxiao then lifted the curtain from the carriage and saw a solemn and tall city gate tower standing right in front of her, looking very dignified and majestic.

This scene shocked Su Xiaoxiao so much that she didn't react for a moment. She saw many people lining up in front of the city gate, waiting for the guards to check them before they could enter.

Looking at the gate tower of this ancient and historically significant city of Chang'an, her emotions were in turmoil. Was this what it looked like a thousand years ago?
At this time, the city gate towers of ancient Chang'an did not yet look as weathered as they do now; after all, they were still quite young.

The soldiers guarding the city gates were just going through the motions; most of the people entering the city were there to visit relatives, handle business, or do business.

Following behind the small stool, Su Xiaoxiao passed through the guards' inspection and then through a long city gate. A bustling and lively scene, like another world, appeared before Su Xiaoxiao.

The wide streets were so spacious that a dozen carriages could run side by side without bumping into pedestrians on either side. Su Xiaoxiao found the place refreshing.

The streets are lined with shops, each adorned with large red lanterns, creating a festive atmosphere.

The shouts of vendors were constant, and people dressed in all sorts of clothes moved about. Among them were some foreigners and people from ethnic minorities, but no one found it strange.

Anyway, the capital city is always packed with people, so this bustling scene is really unexpected.

At this moment, Xiao Dengzi quickly pulled Su Xiaoxiao closer, saying, "Sister Xiaoxiao, please don't get lost."

"Well, shall we go find your young master?"

Su Xiaoxiao felt dizzy from the crowd, so Xiao Dengzi took her to Qian Musheng's home in Beijing.

After arriving at Qian Musheng's residence, Xiao Dengzi finally breathed a sigh of relief.

The person who came out to greet them was none other than Xiao Zhuozi.

The two, Xiaozhuozi and Xiaodengzi, were as close as brothers, and they were about the same age, both serving as Qian Musheng's attendants.

Qian Musheng was away on business and was not at home.

After the two finished washing up, they went to eat. Then, Xiaozhuo arranged a room for Su Xiaoxiao, who was really exhausted.

She felt she was exhausted from all the commotion these past few days, and the carriage ride was very bumpy. Besides, Xiaozhuo had arranged for her to stay in a small, elegant, and quiet courtyard. Su Xiaoxiao soon drifted off to sleep.

When Su Xiaoxiao woke up again, it was almost midnight.

She heard the maid outside the door say, "Young Master Qian, you're back."

Only then did she realize that Qian Musheng should have gone home.

The matter was quite urgent, so Su Xiaoxiao quickly tidied her clothes and went outside to look for Qian Musheng.

As it turned out, the maids and servants who had been guarding the door had all gone to rest, and there was no one outside. Su Xiaoxiao went outside alone and found herself all alone. Standing by the well, she saw a bright moon hanging overhead and felt a sense of peace and tranquility.

She was looking for Qian Musheng, but there were too many houses around her, and it was quiet all around. She couldn't find a single maid or servant.

After wandering around for a while, Su Xiaoxiao found herself lost.

Although Qian Musheng's house was in the heart of the city, it managed to remain quiet amidst the noise; at night, it was completely silent. Even a paperclip falling to the ground could be spotted. Su Xiaoxiao walked around the yard, but still couldn't find her way back.

She unexpectedly passed through a moon gate and found that there seemed to be a house with lights on ahead. Su Xiaoxiao glanced around and saw that no one was there. She decided to go in and see if she could find Qian Musheng.

By the moonlight, Su Xiaoxiao arrived at a well in the courtyard. In front of her was a very unique building, a very spacious house.

Su Xiaoxiao looked around for a while and found that this house was somewhat similar to the house she had just come out of. She thought that the house's construction was indeed very unique.

The room has a somewhat antique and scholarly feel, and most of the room is filled with books. Is this a study?

It should be a building similar to a library. She pushed the door open a crack and saw that the first thing she saw inside was a huge desk. Then she saw a person sitting behind the desk, looking down at the book in his hands. He looked very well dressed, and the fabric he was wearing must have been very expensive.

This was Qian Musheng. Su Xiaoxiao finally recognized him. "Young Master Qian, you're back!"

Although Su Xiaoxiao was reluctant to go in and disturb Qian Musheng's studies, she felt a strong sense of kinship upon seeing Qian Musheng in a foreign land, and couldn't help but call out to him.

"Boss Su, you're awake? Didn't you want to sleep a little longer?"

Su Xiaoxiao thought to herself, "If I sleep any longer, I'll have to sleep for a whole day and night. By then, it'll be too late."

"I've had enough sleep, and the little stool has been taking care of me the whole way, so I'm fine and haven't suffered any mistreatment."

"Xiaoxiao, what brings you to the capital?"

"I came here because of Liu Zian's matter."

Qian Musheng had heard of Liu Zian to some extent. Liu Zian was present when Su Xiaoxiao's new house was completed. Da Bao had brought Liu Zian to Qian Musheng and introduced him to her. He was his teacher. How could something have happened to him so suddenly?

"What's going on?"

Su Xiaoxiao told Qian Musheng everything she knew about what had happened. "We need to investigate how he was wronged. It would be best if we could meet Liu Zi'an in person."

"Yes, leave this to me. I know the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review. He is my classmate and good friend, and I can speak with him."

Su Xiaoxiao realized that she had indeed come to the right person. If the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review was willing to step in, this matter would be much easier.

"You should go back and rest."

Qian Musheng didn't forget to tell Su Xiaoxiao to go and rest. Su Xiaoxiao nodded gratefully and said, "Then you should rest early too, don't study too late."

Qian Musheng nodded. After Su Xiaoxiao closed the door and went out, she saw Qian Musheng holding a book and starting to read diligently again.

(End of this chapter)