The Peasant Wife: The Prime Minister's Beloved

Chapter 191 Kidnapping

"There are so many people here, so we should keep a low profile."

Xie Tianyi nodded slightly after hearing this, and then said to Jiang Yufeng: "Yufeng, please help us put our luggage away first. Xiaoxi and I will take the children around to find something to eat."

How could Jiang Yufeng, a young man from a wealthy family with a cheerful personality, miss the opportunity to spend time with his friends? He proposed to go together without hesitation and quickly entrusted the trivial matters to the accompanying servant.

His eyes sparkled with anticipation for unknown delicacies and cherishment for friendship.

Strolling along the quaint streets, Jiang Yufeng introduced the characteristics of each restaurant like a treasure trove. His enthusiasm was like the summer sun, warm and bright.

Finally, the group stopped in front of a small restaurant that looked plain on the outside but was actually full of wonders.

Although the store is inconspicuous, the aroma in the air is enough to prove its extraordinaryness.

During the dinner, Jiang Yufeng mentioned the "Hao Yun Lai" restaurant which had recently opened in the county town, and his words were full of longing.

"Tianyi, every bite of the food there is a real treat, but it's a bit far from the academy. Next time I'm on vacation, I'll definitely take your whole family there to experience it."

Xie Tianyi smiled and shook his head, thinking to himself that the "Good Luck" restaurant might have an indissoluble bond with Chen Xi's family.

"Yufeng, I appreciate your kindness, but let's forget about that place."

Jiang Yufeng refused to give up, his eyes sparkling with persistence and love for food.

"Tianyi, you have to trust my recommendation. The food there is definitely beyond your imagination and is better than any big restaurant in the city."

Seeing this, Chen Xi gently interrupted and revealed the origin of the restaurant.

"Yufeng, actually that restaurant was opened by my second brother."

Jiang Yufeng was surprised but more excited when he heard this.

"Xiao Xi, is this true? Next time you go, you have to give me some convenience! I always can't wait for a seat because there are too many people."

Chen Xi agreed with a smile. She naturally couldn't refuse this request from a good friend.

"No problem, just mention our names."

After dinner, Chen Xi returned home with the children, while Xie Tianyi and Jiang Yufeng continued their academy life.

On the way home, Xiaoyang and Xiaochen were amazed at the grandeur of the academy, and Fang Wenfu's small pharmacy at home became their new place of exploration.

"Grandpa Fang, the academy is much bigger than our home, but the rooms are not as spacious as ours."

The children's childish words are full of curiosity and adaptation to the new environment.

Fang Wenfu listened lovingly, occasionally asking a few questions, which made the children giggle. The warmth of home was infinitely magnified at this moment.

Chen Xi secretly thought in his heart that perhaps it was time to reopen the clinic and continue his journey as a doctor.

However, she always felt that something was missing and decided to wait for the right opportunity.

The afternoon sun lazily sprinkled on the courtyard. Fang Wenfu took the children out, and Chen Xi took advantage of this opportunity to quietly enter her secret space and fetch the precious spiritual spring water, preparing to open up a medicinal field in the backyard to provide convenience for daily needs.

At the same time, she also plans to transplant the ginseng and Ganoderma lucidum in the space in case of emergency.

Just as she was busy turning the soil, sowing seeds and watering medicinal herbs with spiritual springs, Fang Wenfu rushed into the backyard, his face full of anxiety and uneasiness.

"Xi girl, something terrible has happened!"

When Chen Xi saw Fang Wenfu returning alone, he suddenly had an ominous premonition in his heart.

"What happened to Xiaoyang and Xiaochen?"

"They... disappeared. I just bought them some snacks, and when I turned around, the kids were gone."

Fang Wenfu's voice trembled and was full of self-blame.

Chen Xi was extremely anxious, but her many years of experience as a doctor allowed her to remain calm.

"Master, don't worry. I have a clue in mind. I will go find them right away."

Fang Wenfu was not willing to let Chen Xi take the risk alone. "I'll go with you, Xi girl. The children disappeared right under my nose."

The two of them went around in circles, passed through winding streets and alleys, and finally stopped in front of the vermilion door of the Fugui Restaurant, where the answers to all the mysteries seemed to be hidden.

"It was the owner of this restaurant who did this?"

A hint of surprise flashed across Fang Wenfu's brows, and then his face became gloomy, like a dark cloud covering the sun, hiding his former ease and unrestrained look.

"It's just a suspicion. There is no solid evidence yet, but all signs point to him. It's very likely he is right."

Chen Xi spoke softly, explaining while keeping an eye on the surroundings out of the corner of his eye, trying to catch any possible clues.

Although her voice was soft, it revealed an unquestionable firmness.

Without saying much, the two of them walked into the Fugui Restaurant side by side. The wooden threshold made a slight sound under their feet, as if foreshadowing the secret that was about to be revealed.

Inside the restaurant, the candlelight flickered, casting a dim light. The air was filled with the lingering aroma of wine and the aftertaste of dishes, but also mixed with a hint of ominousness.

The restaurant owner seemed to have foreseen this, and sat alone in the middle of the spacious but empty hall. Behind him was a mural depicting magnificent mountains and rivers, which further highlighted his lonely and proud figure.

There was a playful smile on his lips and a cunning look in his eyes, as if everything was under his control.

Seeing the restaurant owner's confident look, Fang Wenfu's suspicion became more certain. There was no doubt that this person was behind the disappearance of Xiaoyang and Xiaochen.

"Hand over the child!"

Fang Wenfu's voice was low and powerful, and every word seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, with an irresistible majesty.

"What did you say? I don't understand."

The restaurant owner pretended to be innocent, but the smile on his face seemed more and more malicious. It was a kind of pride that came from seeing through people's hearts, which made people know at a glance that he was not a good person.

"Hand over Xiaoyang and Xiaochen immediately!"

Fang Wenfu was so furious that he could no longer hold back and grabbed the restaurant owner by the collar with such force that he almost pulled him off his seat.

"Hey, hey, hey, don't be so impatient. If you want me to hand over the child, you have to give me something in exchange!"

The restaurant owner pretended to be relaxed, but greed was gleaming in his eyes.

"What do you want!"

Chen Xi's tone was calm, yet sharp. Her eyes were calm and sharp, as if she could see into people's hearts.

"As for me, I don't ask for much. I just want the recipes of the dishes at Good Luck Restaurant."

The restaurant owner said this with a smile, but behind that smile was a desire for power and wealth.

Once he gets the recipe of Good Luck Restaurant, his restaurant will become the best in the city and regain its former glory.

"Those recipes were all worked out by Xi Ya with great effort, forget it!"

Fang Wenfu's hot temper would not tolerate such a threat, and his words were full of unyielding determination.

"Since you don't want to, forget it. Goodbye."

The restaurant owner's face suddenly turned gloomy, as if the sky was covered with dark clouds, foreshadowing an impending storm.

"Do you really need a recipe?"

Chen Xi stared at the restaurant owner with a sharp gaze. Although her voice was calm, it revealed a power that could not be ignored.

The other party nodded slightly. Wasn't the purpose of going to so much trouble to kidnap the two children just for that precious recipe?