Jia Daishan returned to the study.
He asked someone to pack a carriage of gifts and personally went to the Fourth Prince's residence to thank him.
When the Emperor learned that the bandits near the capital were so rampant,
He directly ordered them to be stationed not far from the capital,
Lu Di's army returned to the capital to suppress the bandits. This time, the Fourth Prince, Tu Chen, was in charge of the army.
The Emperor's order,
Made all the princes, except for the Crown Prince, jealous. With the elite army of Lu Di, a group of bandits was quickly wiped out.
Tu Chen knew,
This group of bandits was just ordinary bandits,
And the group of bandits who attacked the Fourth Prince's wife and Jia Zheng,
They were not a group at all,
But that group of bandits was just using the name of the bandits,
But at least, he and the military,
Finally had a little relationship.
"I didn't expect the Fourth Prince to get such a big bargain this time. Now, Lu Di's army is here,
Do we still have to continue the operation? "Shao Zhan said angrily.
"This is just father's compensation to the Fourth Prince. After all, his Princess has suffered such a big shock,
But..,
It's just an inspection of the army,
The Fourth Prince doesn't really control Lu Di's army. The plan has already started, so naturally, it can't be stopped. Jia Daishan, this old fox, is really lucky. Fortunately, I have a backup plan, "the Crown Prince clenched his fists, he would never retreat.
The capital had always been filled with undercurrents. During the spring hunt, all of the princes and some of the officials that the Emperor valued were also present. When they arrived at the temporary imperial residence and rested for a night, the Emperor led all of the officials to hunt. The Emperor shot the first arrow, which hit the deer that had been reared to the point of stupidity.
"Hahaha, well, go and hunt your prey. The one who catches the most will be rewarded," the Emperor said happily.
"Yes, father, watch carefully. The first prize will naturally be my son's," the First Prince hurriedly said.
"Your riding and shooting has always been good. Well, go," the Emperor took the lead and rushed into the woods to hunt his prey.
"Imperial Physician, how is Madam's body?" Xia Lu asked.
"Not bad, but it's already the last month. It's possible that she'll be born early. So, you have to be extra careful this month. After all, Madam's age can't be compared to a young woman's." The imperial physician who checked Madam Jia's pulse put away his medical box and exhorted.
"Yes." Xia Lu nodded.
"Then I'll take my leave first. If Madam feels unwell, please send someone to call me," the imperial physician said.
"Thank you, Imperial Physician. I'll see you off," the Jia Zhen said hurriedly.
After the servant and the imperial physician left, Madam Jia said, "I woke up early because I felt a little uncomfortable. Why did you call the imperial physician over? Why are you so nervous? The imperial physician said that I'm fine." Although she was complaining, the smile on her face showed that she was actually very happy in her heart.
"Master is also worried about you. You can't hide your illness for fear of treatment. It's safer to ask the imperial physician to come over and take a look," Xia Lu said.
"Forget it, forget it. I'll do as you say. I don't know when Master will come back. If it's a normal day, Master will be able to come back. If this child can't wait and wants to come out, I'm afraid Master won't be able to make it in time." Madam Jia sighed. Master also liked the child in her belly. If he couldn't see it for the first time, it would be a pity.
"The younger brother in the belly is lucky. Master will definitely be able to see him for the first time," Xia Lu said.
"Well, I hope so." Madam Jia touched her belly and felt a little uneasy. Although Master didn't say anything, after being husband and wife for so many years, she thought she still understood Master. Master was actually a little anxious these days. However, he didn't want to tell her, which meant that he didn't want her to worry. Master let everything outside be handled by Zheng 'er and his wife. She understood Master's intention, so she pretended not to know anything and focused on taking care of the baby. However, she was still a little afraid.
"Madam, I just asked the kitchen to cook bird's nest porridge. You can have some when you come," the Jia Zhen came in and said to Madam Jia.
"Well, since I'm fine, you and your wife can go do your work. Your wife has worked hard during this period," Madam Jia said.
"Well, we'll go first. If Madam has any orders, let Mama Gui say it. If you feel bored, let Mama Gui call me. I'll play chess with you," the Jia Zhen said.
"Okay, I know. You can go now." Madam Jia didn't know whether to laugh or cry at the Jia Zhen's words.
The Jia Zhen and Xia Lu went back to the Sakura Temple and then said to Xiao Cui, "Go and call Butler Lai Er over."
"Yes." Xiao Cui left.
"What's wrong? Are you going to beat him? "Xia Lu smiled.
"Of course. You can just watch from the side. This kind of sly person likes to argue. Moreover, he has some power in the house. If he really sets a trap for you, even if you're the master of the house, you won't have a good time," the Jia Zhen said.
"Don't worry, I'll be a wallflower." Xia Lu put her hands under her chin and said to the Jia Zhen, "Master, what do you think of this flower?" Xia Lu raised her eyebrows and teased the Jia Zhen.
"Nonsense." The Jia Zhen's ears turned red. He took Xia Lu's hands from her chin and held them in his own. This woman was always so straightforward and not reserved at all. She was too passionate and bold. Only someone like him could accept it. If it were other old-fashioned scholars, they would have been reprimanded.
Just as Xia Lu was about to continue teasing the Jia Zhen, Xiao Cui came in with Lai Er.
"Master, Grandma." Lai Er bowed to the Jia Zhen and Xia Lu.
"Get up." The Jia Zhen let go of Xia Lu's hands and sat down. He looked at Lai Er expressionlessly.
"Lai Er, how long have you been in the East House?" The Jia Zhen picked up the teacup on the table and asked.
"Master, it's been 21 years," Lai Er said.
"That's a long time," the Jia Zhen said.
"Yes, it's been a long time. I joined the East House as a servant when I was 12 years old. Later, I was favored by the Duke Rongguo's wife and became her errand boy. Later, the old Duke Rongguo thought that I was useful, so she let me work for the previous housekeeper. Later, the housekeeper passed away, so Master let me take over the previous housekeeper's work," Lai Er said.
"You're not bad, but you've disappointed me recently." The Jia Zhen looked at Lai Er and said.
"Young Master, please tell me what I have done wrong." Lai Er calmed himself down. He wasn't sure why Jia Zhen had called him here today, but he wasn't worried that his position would be taken away by the Young Master. After all, it was the Old Master's order to make him the steward of the inner residence. If the Young Master didn't get the Old Master's approval, it would be unfilial.
"Madam is pregnant, and the imperial doctor said that she needs to rest. The Master has left everything in the house to Master and Grandmother. Lai Er, you're a good steward. You always tell Madam about everything, big or small. Tell me, what did you do wrong?" The Jia Zhen asked. Lai Er knelt down and knelt down again.
Housekeeper Lai Er knelt down again and quickly said, "Master, it's all this lowly one's fault. This lowly one is used to reporting to the mistress. I'm used to going to Ning Qing Hall. Master, please punish this lowly one." Lai Er thought to himself that this was indeed his weakness, but he had to endure it for now. Once the mistress gave birth to the child, the right to manage the household would definitely be taken back. He was only doing this to show his loyalty to the mistress. He wanted to show his loyalty to the mistress. Even if the mistress was the mistress of the household, she still had to respect her own mother.
"Fine, I'll let it go this time. Madam is going through a critical period now. If you have any problems, just come to me directly. Don't go to Ninggyeongdang as usual." The Jia Zhen narrowed his eyes at Lai Er. He would deal with him after this.
"Yes, Master." Lai Er didn't agree. Madam was only nine months pregnant. How could she give birth so soon? But then again, even a son wouldn't want his father to be above him all the time.
"Go and tell the kitchen to buy a month's worth of vegetables and store them in the house. The weather isn't hot now, so they can store them," the Jia Zhen said.
"Master, how can vegetables that have been stored for a month be as fresh as the ones we just bought? Madam is still pregnant. Of course she has to eat fresh," Lai Er retorted.
"Who's in charge now, you or me? Just go. What are you waiting for? If you can't do it, there are a few assistant stewards in the house. We don't need you," the Jia Zhen said angrily. Lai Er really didn't give him any face.
"Yes, I'll do it right away." Lai Er got up and left the Sakura Temple. When he was outside, he spat at the Sakura Temple. What the hell? If he hadn't reincarnated well, he wouldn't know what would have happened to him. Lai Er rolled his eyes and thought of a good idea. Didn't I tell him to buy a month's worth of vegetables and store them in the house? Then he would buy them. Madam wouldn't punish him if she ate stale vegetables. This time, he was going to buy a month's worth of vegetables at once. He didn't know how much money he would get. It was just the New Year, and he didn't expect to have another big income.
"Has it really come to this?" Xia Lu immediately understood why the Jia Zhen wanted Lai Er to buy a month's worth of vegetables and store them in the house.
"Before Old Master left, he said that it's better to be prepared. If there's really a move, the capital will definitely be under martial law." Jia Zhen was a little worried. Although he believed in the abilities of Jia Jing and Jia Daishan outside, after all, swords had no eyes. Who knew if there would be any accidents? He could hide this from Madam.
"Then we also need to strengthen the guards in the house." Xia Lu was also a little worried. If the Crown Prince was the one who occupied the capital, their houses would be in danger. Moreover, the Crown Prince had repeatedly tried to win over the Jia family, but failed. He must be angry. Even if the Crown Prince let them go, the people in the capital were starving. They didn't have to go to these rich families' houses. There were also some robbers who would take advantage of the situation. It was really dangerous.
"Don't worry. Father asked grandfather's personal guards to come back and guard the house. There are also some servants who are trained. If we don't go out, they won't be able to break in." The Jia Zhen patted Xia Lu's hand.
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