Qi Shaobao glanced at Xue Shuiwu who was struggling to carry a large bundle to a side room and tactfully explained: "That girl is quite pitiful …"
Madam Wang glared at him and coldly said: "You yourself have become a pitiful person and you still have the leisure to pity others? What do you want to do by keeping this jinx? Don't let Zhang Juzheng have the fortune to enjoy it. You want to keep it for yourself so that when you reach Guangzhou, you can move to a new house and take another concubine. Is this a double happiness? "
Qi Shaobao was embarrassed by Madam Wang in front of so many servants. He lowered his voice and said: "Madam, you must not misunderstand. Isn't this because she is related to Mister Taiyue's name so we have to be cautious? "
Madam Wang sneered: "You have been an official your whole life but you are still so unreasonable. If the Emperor does not want to touch you, will he touch you just because you are trying to win favor with a beauty? If the Emperor wants to touch you, you have no evidence to use and the Emperor can't touch you? It is laughable that you men, if you are not great generals who have fought hundreds of battles, then you are the First Secretary of the Imperial Court. You actually calculate success and failure on a woman. "
Qi Shaobao had been afraid of his wife for a long time. In front of Madam Wang, he did not have the heroic spirit of commanding thousands of troops and horses and killing the Wokou pirates. He only smiled bitterly and continued to explain in a low voice: "Madam, don't worry. There is not much time left. Just wait for the news from the capital. When the dust settles, regardless of whether it is good or bad, I can arrange a place for her to go. Don't worry, I will not take her to Guangzhou. This old man is already so old, why would I have any ideas about her. "
Madam Wang sneered and said: "A dog cannot stop eating shit. No matter how old a man is, his heart is still very playful. Otherwise, why would Mister Taiyue die? I am too lazy to listen to your flowery words. You said you want to wait for the news from the capital. Fine, then you wait. In short, when we leave Jin Ling, no matter if we go south or north, if you still take her with you, I will kill her on the spot and then go back to my hometown in Nanxi! "
Finished speaking, Madam Wang flung her sleeves and turned around to return to her room. Qi Shaobao stood at the bottom of the stairs and was speechless for a long time.
…
Although Ye Xiaotian's injuries looked frightening, because of Hua Yunfei's guidance, he didn't get stabbed in any vital parts. It was just that it would take some time for his flesh wounds to heal. During this time, Sister Sun and Zhan Ning'er took turns to take care of him. Ye Xiaotian had beauties as his companion every day. From time to time, he could also take advantage of them, so he enjoyed it.
At the same time, Ye Xiaotian also took advantage of Zhang Hongyi, Qiao Zhenhua and the others' visit to discuss with Zhang Hongyi. He wanted to ask his father to come forward and greet the Ministry of Personnel to transfer him back to Hulu County. Zhang Hongliang had already promised him before, so naturally he agreed without hesitation. However, he was worried that Ye Xiaotian was injured. If the transfer order was given quickly, it would be inconvenient for him to travel far.
Ye Xiaotian smiled and said, "My body isn't that fragile. Besides, this isn't as simple as a change of yamen, but a transfer across provinces. I'm sure it won't be easy for the order to come down. It's best to get it done as soon as possible. When the transfer order is given, my injury will be almost healed. Even if the transfer order is given early, it doesn't matter. I'll just take the carriage back to Guizhou. To tell you the truth, your brother is anxious to return home. "
Zhang Hongliang said: "If that's the case, I'll go back and talk to my father."
That night, Minister Zhang of the Ministry of War left the yamen and returned to the reception hall. He took off his official robe and asked a maid to hang it up. He had just sat down on a chair when Zhang Hongliang came out with a cup of tea. He respectfully said: "Father, please have some tea."
"Hmm?"
Minister Zhang took the tea and looked at him strangely. He said: "Why are you so well-behaved today? Did you cause trouble for your father outside?"
Zhang Hongliang smiled apologetically: "How could that be? Your son is very well-behaved now. Even the Imperial College's Siye Daren praised your son, saying that father has taught me well. Although your son is the son of a government official, I don't have the least bit of hedonistic air. It can be seen that the Zhang family's discipline is strict."
Minister Zhang chuckled and said: "Don't try to flatter your laozi, laozi is not muddle-headed. It's best if you are willing to behave yourself. If you are like that scoundrel son of Minister Guan, laozi will definitely break your legs. If you are like Imperial Uncle Li, humph! I want you to hand over your life in front of the ancestral spirits. "
"Yes, yes, yes," Zhang Hongliang repeatedly said, "Your son will remember Father's teachings in my heart. That … (cough)! That … Ambassador Ye Xiaotian of the Imperial College … "
Minister Zhang had just taken a sip of tea when he heard the name Ye Xiaotian. He raised his eyebrows and vigilantly asked: "Ye Xiaotian? What happened to him?"
Zhang Hongyi swallowed a mouthful of saliva and said, "A few days ago, I mentioned it to you. That Ye Xiaotian is my good friend, and he wants to be transferred back to Hulu County. He doesn't want to stay in Jinling."
Minister Zhang was startled and suddenly laughed: "There is such a thing. Haha, Ye Xiaotian, right? Haha, good! Good, good, good! Father understands, hahaha … "
Zhang Hongliang curiously asked: "Father, why are you so happy when you hear about Ye Xiaotian?"
Minister Zhang could not help but say: "Today, I heard Duke Wei mention this Ye Xiaotian. Duke Wei said that he is a big scourge to our Jinling prefecture. Ever since he came to Jinling, he has not stopped the Jinling bureaucracy. When he was still in the Imperial College, he organized a disaster relief bazaar. As a result, the son of the Minister of Rites was expelled from the Imperial College.
When he went to the Imperial College, he created a 'First Class Peace Pot'. This time, it was even worse. Minister Guan broke his son's legs and sent him back to his hometown in Chenzhou. A few days later, he was stabbed again. As a result, Li Guojiu was forced to leave and returned to the capital.
Duke Wei was worried that after he recovered, he would cause more trouble. From his tone, it seems that he wants him to leave as soon as possible. Since Ye Xiaotian wants to leave, then it can't be better. Tomorrow, father will inform the Ministry of Appointments and tell them that Duke Wei also wants to leave. I believe this matter will be easily settled. "
Zhang Hongliang was overjoyed and repeatedly said: "Thank you, father."
Minister Zhang looked at him and suddenly said with emotion: "You little brat, since you were young, you have caused me a lot of trouble. But now, you are a bit more well-behaved. Actually, father is not against you causing trouble … "
Zhang Hongliang eagerly said: "Then father, you mean …"
Minister Zhang said, "If you want to stir up trouble, you should be like that Ye Xiaotian, stir up something big and spectacular. Then Father will wipe your butt a bit more happily."
Zhang Hongliang said with an embarrassed face: "Uh …, I understand!"
…
The next day, Minister Zhang of the Ministry of War sent someone to invite the Minister of the Ministry of Personnel to a banquet. The Minister of Personnel gladly accepted the invitation. After the two drank a few cups of wine, Minister Zhang brought up the matter of Ye Xiaotian. Before he could mention that Duke of Wei also had the same intention, the Minister of Personnel asked with widened eyes, "He asked Brother Zhang to do this? He is willing to go back to Gourd County? No other conditions? "
Minister Zhang was stunned and said anxiously: "Yes, what about it?"
"Ha, ha, ha!"
The Ministry of Appointments Minister laughed three times and said in an unusually cheerful tone: "Deal! I can promise you right now that this matter will be settled and he will go back to Gourd County. "
Minister Zhang probed: "Brother Zhang, you also seem to want him to leave Jinling?"
The Ministry of Appointments Minister shook his head: "No, no, no. Brother Zhang, you also know that I am not in good health and have always been idle at home. I rarely manage the yamen. However, ever since Assistant Minister Meng went to the capital, I have no choice but to go back and manage the yamen. These days, my brothers from the Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Rites, Supreme Court, and Yingtian Prefecture have been complaining to me. The Ministry of Works and Ministry of Revenue have told me in advance that no matter what, I cannot transfer Ye Xiaotian to them. I have a headache. I didn't expect him to want to leave on his own. This is really a heavenly wish. Come, come, come, Brother Zhang, let's drink! Hahaha … "
Minister Zhang was stunned for a while and raised his cup: "This wine is on you!"
…
"The Ministry of Appointments Minister Zhang agreed? Hahaha … ouch! " When Ye Xiaotian heard Zhang Hongyi's words, he couldn't help but throw his head back and laugh three times. This affected the injury on his abdomen and he quickly stopped laughing and held his abdomen. Sister Sun, who was supporting him, nervously asked: "Little Brother Tian, are you alright?"
Ye Xiaotian patted her little hand and said with a smile, "It's nothing. Look at how nervous you are. When I'm happy, my injuries heal a bit faster." Ye Xiaotian then turned to Zhang Hongxue and said, "Worthy younger brother, this time it's all thanks to you."
Zhang Hongyi smiled guiltily: "Not at all. Brother Ye's matter is my matter. Even if I have to bow my head to the ground, I will still help you!"
Ye Xiaotian gave him a thumbs up and said: "Good brother!"
Zhang Hongyi secretly wiped off the cold sweat on his forehead and thought to himself, "My dear friend, don't you think too highly of yourself? Did you think that they wouldn't be willing to let you go? Little did you know that the six ministers are all eagerly waiting for you to leave."
Guan Xiaokun, because of his personal grudges, first stole the relief money, and then ruined the banquet for foreign envoys. He was beaten up by his father and banished back to his hometown. Li Guoshu fled back to the capital with his tail between his legs, leaving only a body of infamy. Because of this, the officials deeply felt the importance of educating their children. Recently, they had become much stricter with their children. Zhang Hongyi didn't dare to stay outside for too long. After explaining everything clearly, he bid farewell to Ye Xiaotian.
Ye Xiaotian was currently taking a leisurely stroll in the courtyard. After seeing Zhang Hongyi off, Ye Xiaotian's smile disappeared and he began to ponder. As he pondered, he made to sit down on a nearby stone bench. Sister Sun hurriedly stopped him, "Brother Tian, the stone bench is too cold, wait a moment!"
Younger Sister Taiyang ran over as if she was flying. Not long after, she returned with a prayer mat and placed it on the stone bench. Only then did she help Ye Xiaotian to sit down. Ye Xiaotian felt a warmth in his heart. Such a caring and caring person was something that made him want to swallow her whole.
Affectionately pinching Sister Sun's cheeks, he sat down on the stone bench and thought for a moment before speaking to Sister Sun, "Duo Ni, go get Mao … Forget it, he can't do it. Go get Yunfei, I have something to say to him."
Little Sister Taiyang agreed and flew away like a happy little swallow. Not long after, she returned with Huayun.
Ye Xiaotian called for Hua Yunfei to sit down and carefully reminded him of what to do. Hua Yunfei was startled at first, but then an excited expression appeared on his face. He listened attentively and nodded his head from time to time. Ye Xiaotian finished his instructions and said, "My return to Gourd County is a done deal. There's no time to lose. Go do it right away. "
Excited, Hua Yunfei stood up and nodded his head, "Don't worry, big brother. Leave it to your little brother."
While the two were talking, Sister Sun was already working like a diligent ant. One trip after another, she brought over dried fruits, candied fruits, tea, and seeds. Ye Xiaotian and Hua Yunfei were so focused on their conversation that he didn't notice it. It was only when Hua Yunfei left that he realized that the stone table in front of him was already full.
Unable to stifle a laugh, Ye Xiaotian picked up a cup of tea, "Duo Ni, don't be so busy. How could I possibly eat so much?"
"Oh!"
Sister Taiyang sat down on a stone bench to the side, her hands propping up her delicate chin. Blinking her large, sparkling eyes, she smiled sweetly, "Little brother Tian, what did you tell Yunfei? Why are you acting so mysterious?"
Smiling, Ye Xiaotian raised his teacup to tease her, "I'll have him make the arrangements. I'll take you into my room tonight. What do you say?"
Ye Xiaotian looked at Duo Ni with an amused expression. As expected, her cheeks blushed a bright red. But what Sister Sun said next surprised Ye Xiaotian so much that he couldn't help but let out a pfft. The tea he had just sipped from his mouth spat out two jets of water from his nose.
Duo Ni bit her lips and twisted her fingers as she lowered her head shyly, "But … but your body isn't healed yet. How can we consummate our marriage …"
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