Upon hearing that Yue Fei had been detained, Han Mo immediately became anxious.
With Han Mo's arrival, he himself was no longer certain what the historical trajectory would become. If, due to his actions, Yue Fei met a tragic end at Tong Hu's hands, he would truly be a sinner for all time.
Yue Fei was the most formidable of the Four Marshals of the Zhongxing Restoration. If he were lost, what immense trouble would that cause!
"After I escaped from Neihuang County, I also sent people to look for Zhong Jiyi. However, they said Zhong Jiyi had already escorted grain and provisions to Baigou. I could only head south to seek your help, my lord!" Feng Yuanbao said.
As Feng Yuanbao spoke, he began to weep profusely again.
This time, Han Mo was genuinely agitated.
"What is the background of that Tong fellow? Did Zhong Yanchong not kill him?"
After pacing back and forth in the room a few times, Han Mo anxiously asked again.
"I only heard that he seemed to be a collateral nephew of Grand Councilor Tong. I don't know much else!"
"Grand Councilor Tong? Tong Guan?"
Upon hearing this, Han Mo was stunned. What in the world was going on?
Why was Tong Guan arranging his duties in Hebei at this time? What was he trying to achieve?
This wasn't how you played the game of inserting people.
At this juncture, didn't he need Xu Churen's help the most?
By playing this card, wasn't he afraid of Xu Churen turning against him?
"When you came out, what happened to Yue Fei and the others?"
After letting out a long sigh, Han Mo asked again.
"When I left, they hadn't been interrogated yet. I just feared that the Tong fellow wouldn't let it go and might end up harming them..."
"This matter has nothing to do with you anymore. You just need to settle your mother well. If you lack funds, go to the backyard to collect them. I still have the outstanding payments that were not settled for you!"
After a moment of contemplation, Han Mo made up his mind.
Although this matter involved Tong Guan, no matter the cost, he could not allow Yue Fei to be harmed by them like this.
"Thank you, my lord. But what about Lord Lu and the others..."
"You don't need to worry about their affairs. Alright, stay here at ease. I'm leaving now!"
After a brief instruction, Han Mo walked out of the side room and was led by a servant to his study.
"My lord, you sent for me?"
A moment later, Jiang Yan, who had just bathed and changed his clothes, hurried into Han Mo's study.
"I'll write you a letter. Take a few men and ride day and night to Daming Prefecture. You must find Lord Xu and deliver this letter to him personally!"
After some hesitation, Han Mo decided he couldn't afford to wait any longer.
"Yes!"
Seeing the serious expression on Han Mo's face, Jiang Yan agreed without a second thought.
"By the way, when you leave, go to the accounting office and get 300 taels of gold. After Lü Ying and Yue Fei are rescued, see if they are willing to bring their families south!"
"Yes!"
After giving his instructions, Han Mo wrote the letter swiftly and handed it to Jiang Yan.
After all, Neihuang County was currently in the Eastern Circuit of Hebei. If Han Mo wanted to act, he could only place his hope in Xu Churen.
It wasn't until Jiang Yan and his men left that Han Mo finally let out a long sigh of relief.
He had done all he could at this point. As for whether Yue Fei and Lü Ying could be saved, it would depend on fate.
"My lord!"
No sooner had Han Mo walked out of the study than Xu Fengnian rushed over.
"What were you up to, kid? You're covered in sweat!"
Seeing Xu Fengnian again after such a long time, Han Mo couldn't help but smile.
"I went out to get medicine for my wife today. I just heard you returned and rushed over to see you!"
"You are no longer an ordinary servant. From now on, let the other servants handle these matters!"
Reaching out to straighten his collar, Han Mo said with a smile.
Although the emperor had only granted him an official position of the ninth rank, Chengielang, and had not yet assigned him a post, he was already an acknowledged official of the court. It was rather inappropriate for him to still be running errands in Han Mo's residence.
"But what will I do then?"
Xu Fengnian scratched his head awkwardly, as if he really didn't know how to do anything else besides these tasks.
For him, this official title was rather redundant.
After all, he held a military position. If he were assigned a post, he would have to lead troops in the future.
"Starting tomorrow, I'll find you a tutor. Study mathematics diligently with the tutor, and then I'll find you a position in the Mingzhou naval forces. That way, you'll be bringing honor to your ancestors!"
Regardless, this fellow had been dedicated in serving him for so long.
Although he was still young, if cultivated properly, he might become a good helper in the future.
"Thank you for your cultivation, my lord!"
Hearing Han Mo's words, Xu Fengnian's heart was filled with joy.
"Alright, hand over your current tasks to them. Starting tomorrow, you'll need to focus on your studies!"
Patting him on the shoulder, Han Mo returned to Zhe Yourong's room.
He quietly pushed open the door and, seeing Zhe Yourong fast asleep, quietly walked out again.
"Brother Mo, there's a woman outside. She said her name is Yi'an Jushi and she specifically asked to see you!"
Just as Han Mo was about to head to the Mingzhou government office, Chun Tao stopped him with a smile.
"She got the news so quickly?"
Hearing Chun Tao, Han Mo frowned.
He really hadn't expected Li Duìdui's news to be so well-informed.
How long had he been home before she came to his doorstep directly?
"She's been here several times, basically coming to inquire every day. Brother Mo, you don't owe her money, do you? I heard from Madam that this woman is quite formidable when it comes to gambling!"
Seeing Chun Tao's gossipy expression, Han Mo almost burst out laughing.
However, thinking about it carefully, this did fit Chun Tao's personality.
After all, this girl was a money grubber.
When it came to money, she was extraordinarily interested.
"Don't you know if I know her? Alright, please invite her to the living room first!"
With a wry smile, Han Mo could only adjust his clothes with a bitter smile, preparing to receive her.
After all, Confucius said, "Only women and petty men are difficult to deal with."
If he offended this lady, wouldn't she scold him for the rest of his life!
One had to know that among all the lyricists and writers in the hundred years of the Song Dynasty's founding, there wasn't a single one this young lady dared not criticize.
Even literary giants like Wang Anshi, Ouyang Xiu, Huang Tingjian, Su Shi, Yan Shu, and Qin Guan had not escaped her sharp tongue!