inspire-indiana Chapter 277 Jinlan is missing!
Chapter 277 Jinlan is missing!
Qin Huaizhao ran anxiously into the depths of the woods, calling Ling Jinlan's name as she ran, but there was only silence all around and no one responded to her.
At first, Ling Chaowen thought Qin Huaizhao was worrying too much, until he heard Qin Huaizhao calling out several times and no one responded, his heart suddenly rose to his throat.
Nothing really happened, did it?
"Jinlan! Jinlan!"
Ling Chaowen also ran into the woods, shouting loudly.
But still no one responded.
Everyone went into the woods to search for Ling Jinlan.
But none was found.
Qin Huai followed the traces on the ground and found the place where the accident happened. When he saw the hand warmer fallen to the ground, his heart sank.
"Someone! Search in this direction!"
Ling Chaowen heard the voice and ran over quickly, "What did you find?"
Qin Huaizhao handed him the hand warmer. Ling Chaowen's face turned pale. "Something really happened, Jinlan!"
He looked around frantically but found nothing.
A strong fear arose in his heart. If something happened to Jin Lan, he would never forgive himself in his life!
"We haven't even reached Qianyang City yet. Who could be targeting us? Why are they only arresting Jinlan?"
"Could it be bandits? But this place is not far from Qianyang City. Bandits can't be so arrogant, right?"
"Who is the one!"
Qin Huaizhao was also thinking about it, squatting down to observe the footprints and remaining traces on the ground.
Suddenly I noticed a hint of fragrance spreading from the ground.
I found some powder on a dead branch, put some on my finger and sniffed it, "Is this the sachet from Ling Jinlan?"
Hearing this, Ling Chaowen also squatted down and took a look.
"Yes! The scent sachet on Jinlan's body is from Xiangxuefang. The fragrance is so strong that it will last a long time once you get it on!"
"This must be the clue Jinlan deliberately left for us!"
"Follow the scent and you'll definitely find her!"
Ling Chaowen's hope was rekindled.
Qin Huaizhao frowned and glanced at the sky. "Once it snows, the fragrance will be covered by the smell of ice and snow and will be impossible to detect."
Ling Chaowen was startled. "Don't you have a good nose? Come on, take a sniff and see which direction it's going!"
Qin Huaizhao looked solemn. He closed his eyes and put aside all distracting thoughts. He sniffed the air and tried to determine the direction.
After standing for a while, he finally opened his eyes.
"This way!"
We must find Ling Jinlan before it snows!
A group of people followed the scent.
Until dark, they tracked all the way to the gate of Qianyang City.
Ling Chaowen frowned, "Are you sure the fragrance got in?"
"What kind of thief dares to enter the city after arresting someone?"
Qin Huaizhao's eyes were deep, "Perhaps the thief is from Qianyang City."
He now realized that Jiang Ningwan's purpose in leading him to Qianyang City was not simple, and the things in Qianyang City were not simple either.
Ling Chaowen was worried. "Once we enter the city, the air is too mixed. I'm afraid it will be difficult to find that fragrance."
"Let's go into the city first." Qin Huaizhao rode forward, "You go meet up with Jiang Ningwan."
Understanding the situation in Qianyang City might help us find Ling Jinlan's whereabouts faster.
……
Zui Xiang Pavilion.
Chen Yuzhu, dressed in cloth and disguised as a man, was holding a large jar of wine and walking towards the carriage with steady steps.
The shopkeeper and the guy carrying the wine jars were stunned.
It usually takes two people to lift this wine jar, but that guy actually carried it onto the carriage by himself.
The shopkeeper was shocked, then burst into laughter and patted Jiang Ningwan on the shoulder, "Brother, you are quite strong!"
Jiang Ningwan smiled, "He has always been very strong and eats very little!"
The shopkeeper nodded with satisfaction, "Not bad, not bad. One person can do the work of two people."
"The day after tomorrow we'll go to Qingshanju to deliver some wine. Just the two of you can go."
"There's a reward if you get it done!"
Jiang Ningwan nodded and bowed, "Thank you very much, shopkeeper!"
The waiters nearby all looked dissatisfied. After the shopkeeper left, they complained, "Are you here to steal our jobs?"
"If you keep going like this, you two will be the only ones left in Zui Xiang Pavilion."
Jiang Ningwan quickly apologized, "I'm sorry, I'm sorry. We're just too poor to afford food. Once we get through this period, we'll be able to leave on our own!"
They have been working extra hard these days just to attract the attention of the shopkeeper and get the next job of delivering wine to Qingshanju.
They work from morning to night without eating or drinking. Which shopkeeper wouldn't like such workers who are more hardworking than a donkey?
It's just a bit offensive.
After saying that, Jiang Ningwan continued to help move the wine onto the carriage.
While they were busy, a group of people slowly appeared in front. When Jiang Ningwan looked up, she saw a familiar face.
The other party was stunned for a moment, then was shocked when he recognized her.
Qinhuai photo!
Finally waited for him!
Jiang Ningwan gave him a look, indicating that he should not recognize her for the time being.
Qin Huaizhao also knew that she had a purpose in disguising herself like this, so he said nothing and slowly left without stopping.
Jiang Ningwan worked in the tavern until late at night, and only walked out of the back door after everyone in the tavern had gone to bed.
When I turned around, I saw a dark shadow leaning against the wall with a sword in his arms.
It startled her.
"Qin Huai Zhao?"
It was pitch dark in the alley, and she could only make out blurry figures.
"General Ling Wei is actually working as a bartender here."
Jiang Ningwan quickly waved her hand, "Let's talk somewhere else!"
Qin Huaizhao did not follow, but said in a cold tone: "You have to follow me!"
"It's a big deal."
Jiang Ningwan lowered her voice, "Where are you going? I can't leave for too long with my current identity. If I'm discovered, it will ruin my plans!"
Qin Huaizhao said in a heavy tone, "Ling Chaowen wants to see you."
"What? Ling Chaowen is here too!"
Qin Huaizhao turned and left, and Jiang Ningwan had no choice but to follow quickly.
I can't figure out what Ling Chaowen is doing here.
They stayed in an inn. Jiang Ningwan couldn't enter through the main gate, so she could only climb over the wall in the backyard and use her lightness skills to enter the lighted room.
The moment she saw Ling Chaowen, Jiang Ningwan was shocked.
"You really came! What are you doing in Qianyang City?"
Ling Chaowen was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan at this moment, and didn't know how to explain.
"Jinlan is missing! She's been kidnapped!"
"It's in the woods near Qianyang City! Jinlan has a scented sachet on her body, and the scented powder she sprinkled has a scent. We followed the scent all the way into the city!"
As soon as these words came out, Jiang Ningwan was struck by lightning.
"What did you say!"
She looked at Qin Huaizhao angrily, "Why did you bring them here? Jinlan is still sick, what are you thinking?"
"How could a dignified Shaoqing of the Dali Temple allow someone to kidnap my sister right under his nose!"
"you……"
Qin Huaizhao did not refute, and said seriously: "You have been in Qianyang City for so long, you should understand the situation here."
"Does calling me to Qianyang City have anything to do with Ling Jinlan being kidnapped?"
Jiang Ningwan looked solemn, unable to hide her worry.
"Jinlan is the only woman in your group, and she was the only one kidnapped. Her final resting place might be in a brothel."
"Many women disappeared near Qianyang City. They were all kidnapped and taken to brothels."
"It should be related to the matter I'm investigating."
"I originally called you here to help investigate this case, but I didn't expect you to give Jin Lan to..."
Before he could finish his words, Qin Huaizhao had already clenched his fists.
"I'll check!"