Sure enough, when Wang shi and Zhao shi met, Wang shi pulled her to a place where there was no one around and asked anxiously, "Why is it so sudden? Did no one in the Zhao clan stop Zhao Bufan?"
"I don't know the details. The Zhao clan army suddenly attacked without any warning. After the matter was over, I was locked up and there was no one to ask. Good sister-in-law, if you have any news, quickly tell me!" Zhao shi was even more anxious than her. Her maternal family was currently locked up in prison.
Wang shi frowned and said, "I also received a letter from my family on the way here. The letter didn't say too much. I just arrived the day before yesterday. After that, it was Prince Youran's wedding. I didn't have time to communicate with my maternal family. My husband also didn't tell me about the matters of the previous dynasty. Right now, I am also at a loss."
Zhao shi was a little disappointed. She didn't have much hope in the first place, "Eldest sister-in-law, can I ask you for a favor?"
Wang shi hesitated for a moment and said, "Tell me first. If I can do it, I will definitely help you!"
Zhao shi said, "I want to ask eldest sister-in-law to take Xiutian and Xiuhuai to Jingzhou."
Wang shi was stunned for a moment before she reacted and said, "You are worried … but you are already a married daughter. His Majesty may not find fault with you."
"Eldest sister-in-law, you misunderstand. Rebellion is such a big crime. Even if His Majesty really punishes me, I have nothing to say. It's just that …" Zhao shi closed her eyes and a teardrop fell, "It's just that I don't want Xiutian and Xiuhuai to personally see their father escorting their maternal grandfather. I also don't want them to face it. Because their father won the battle, it caused their maternal grandfather to die."
Wang shi's heart was filled with sorrow. She gently stroked her back and said, "Don't be anxious. If your father was forced, he would at most be an accomplice. If he tells us what he knows, he may be given a lighter sentence. If you are really worried, I will take good care of Xiutian and Xiuhuai."
Zhao shi wiped her tears and said, "It's all thanks to eldest sister-in-law. That's right, eldest sister-in-law, there is something I don't know if I should say."
Wang Shi pondered for a moment and said, "Just say it. At this point, what's there that can't be said?"
Zhao Shi said, "Looking at the current situation, although I am a boudoir daughter, I can faintly perceive His Majesty's intentions. The rebellion of the Zhao Army is likely to be His Majesty's way of dealing with the four great families. Eldest Sister-in-law, you should make early preparations. In addition, we are all Yang Family's women. The gratitude and grudges of our maternal family have nothing to do with us. Eldest Sister-in-law, you should not be estranged from Third Sister-in-law and Fourth Sister-in-law.
Hearing this, Wang Shi was first angry, then sad. It was not so bad for Wu Shi, but for Yun Shi, it could be said that it was a feud that had been passed down from generation to generation. How could it be resolved so easily? In order to not make things difficult for his eldest brother, Yang Sanlang took the initiative to take his wife to Qingzhou. He had not returned for many years. It was not necessarily not to avoid the grudges between the Wang and Yun families. Now, they had not had children. Moreover, it was a good thing that she had done in her youth. Her husband had probably already noticed, so he alienated her and even handed over the management of the household to Yang Silang and his wife.
Zhao shi did not know the key point. In addition, she was far away in the capital and did not know the situation at home. She even advised, "Eldest sister-in-law, the eldest sister-in-law is like a mother. As long as you are willing to show kindness, I think Third Sister-in-law and Fourth Sister-in-law will not be insensible and insist on fighting with you. Besides, you are not separated from the family yet. You are the eldest daughter-in-law, so you are in charge of the big and small affairs of the family. On this point, they will not quarrel with you. Why do you have to remember the grudges of your ancestors and embarrass yourself? "
Wang Shi sighed. She had to swallow the bitter fruit that she had planted. She changed the topic and said, "We have talked for a long time. If we are any later, mother-in-law and the others will notice that something is wrong."
As they walked, Zhao shi asked about the situation in Jingzhou. "Speaking of which, how is Second Sister-in-law's health? She has been bedridden ever since she gave birth to Hehui …"
"That's it. Fortunately, Hehui was there. Otherwise … sigh."
Behind them, an unfamiliar maidservant poked her head out from behind the rockery. Seeing that the two had walked far away, she did not return to the Pine Courtyard. Instead, she went to the Prince of Youran and his wife's bamboo courtyard. When the princess consort returned, she would tell her everything that she had heard today.
In the Pine Courtyard.
Wei Lingquan naturally noticed that his two aunts had been gone for a long time, but he pretended not to know. He even pulled the Madam of Chu and the others to talk to divert their attention. Old Concubine Qiong and the Madam of Chu did not pay much attention to it. Yang Xiutian looked at the door from time to time. Unfortunately, it was not her turn to talk here, so she could only respond to the elders.
"Doesn't this mean that pearls are used as currency in the Liu Kingdom?"
Wei Lingquan covered his mouth and smiled. "Although it is not as exaggerated as the currency that is commonly circulated, it is close. After all, the Liu Kingdom is close to the sea. It relies on the mountains to eat the mountains, and it relies on the sea to eat the sea. There is less gold and silver. It is just that pearls can be used to offset the value of gold and silver. In reality, there are things in the sea that are far more valuable than pearls.
Just at the end of the year before last, the officials actually offered a six-foot-tall red coral as tribute. The texture was lustrous and the color was pleasing. Imperial Father originally wanted to have it made into a crown, but he felt that it was not easy to grow such a coral and was reluctant to part with it. In the end, it was raised in the palace. Before I came, Imperial Mother ordered someone to break off a coral branch and give it to me. I hope that such a precious treasure can protect me and ensure my safety. "
The Madam of Chu sighed. "A son travels a thousand miles and worries for his mother. Empress Liu's motherly love truly moves this old woman."
To the side, Old Concubine Qiong also said, "Isn't that so? If His Majesty wanted to send Li 'er to another country for a political marriage, not to mention having him bring a coral, I might just wrap myself up and stuff myself into the carriage."
"What nonsense are you saying in front of the child!"
Wei Lingquan smiled. "This really is something the Old Concubine would do."
Old Concubine Qiong had a rare serious expression. "In my life, I only have one child, Li 'er. He is my eye, my heart, and my lifeblood. If anyone has any ideas about him, even if I have to risk my old life, I will drag that person along with me to the underworld to explain things!"
Wei Lingquan covered her mouth with her sleeve to hide the stiffness at the corner of her mouth. She didn't know if Old Concubine Qiong's words were unintentional or intentional. She felt that it was very subtle, as if she was warning her not to have thoughts she shouldn't have.
At this moment, the sisters-in-law who had been gone for a long time finally returned. Wang shi said, "Lunch is ready. Should we invite the eunuchs over to set up the table, or should we go to the front hall to eat?"
The Madam of Chu said, "How can they remember to eat when they're playing chess? Let's not dampen their spirits. Tell the kitchen to buy some food for her. When they're hungry, they can go back and find food themselves. We'll eat here."
"Yes."
Zhao shi went to instruct the maids. Old Concubine Qiong didn't feel that there was anything wrong with her, a guest, giving orders in the manor. Wei Lingquan naturally wouldn't say anything. In any case, the future was long, so there was no need to rush.
The atmosphere in the study room was much more dignified. The men of the Yang Family all had a principle, and that was to not bring the troubles outside to the backyard. They wanted their wives and children to live a carefree life. That was a man's ability.
Luo Shuangli said, "Originally, grandfather arranged for my uncles to marry the daughters of various influential families in order to have the maternal families behind my aunts entangle and balance each other. This would cause the Yang family to be ostracized by a few groups and then be able to live independently. But now, will fifth aunt …"
Old General Yang said with certainty, "In my opinion, fifth brother's wife has always been sensible and sensible. Moreover, I'm not afraid of her asking for help. Instead, I'm afraid that she won't agree. At that time, it will be difficult for fifth brother."
Yang Wendao hesitated for a long time and then asked, "Do you want son to take Wang shi to father-in-law's house to inquire?"
"No, Eldest Uncle, you must not have such thoughts." Luo Shuangli's face was still young, but the Yang father and son would not underestimate him because of his young age. "Fuhuang and Imperial Brother took two generations to shake the foundations of the four noble families. If the Yang family appears at this time, I'm afraid they will follow suit.
After Eldest Uncle returns, you must also warn Eldest Aunt not to interact with people other than her parents as much as possible, especially Uncle Wang's line. She must stay far away! "
Yang Wendao nodded to indicate that he would remember. He then asked hesitantly, "Uncle Wang is the present Emperor's uncle and has the merit of supporting the Emperor. His younger sister is also the present birth mother, Empress Dowager Wang. Will His Majesty really act?"
Luo Shuangli said, "At first, I wasn't sure. But after Wang Pin died, Muhuang didn't make any moves. Instead, it was Imperial Brother who sent an envoy to pacify the Wang family. Only then did I understand that Muhuang was standing on Imperial Brother's side."
Old General Yang stroked his beard and said, "Empress Dowager Wang was able to accompany xiandi on the battlefield and assist two generations of Emperors. Her decisiveness and ruthlessness do not lose to men. She also understands that this is the best choice for Da Qing. Therefore, silence is her attitude."
"Father, this child is only worried about Ying 'er. In the past, she wasn't sensible and caused a lot of trouble for the family. She also caused third brother and his wife to have no children to this day. If it wasn't for the sake of the two children, I really would … …"
"Wendao!" Old General Yang sternly stopped him from continuing. Seeing his uneasy appearance, he softened his tone, "No one knows a son better than a father. Your old man, I, know that you really like Wang Ying 'er now. Besides, as a man, you can't push your wife to the front to face a storm of blood!
Wang ye, this time, this old official actually has another purpose in coming to Jing. It is to ask His Majesty to allow Lao Wu to return to Jing Zhou with this old official and let him count the family property that he should take. This old official is old and it is time to retire. In the future, this old official only wants to follow Wendao to enjoy life and tease the children and grandchildren for fun. "
"Father? This child is useless and has caused father and mother to worry. " Yang Wendao paused before reacting. This was probably the result of his parents' detailed discussion. They would separate from the family in the future and live their own lives. This would ease the conflicts between the daughters-in-law because of the family.
The two elders lived with the couple. First, it was because of the ethics that they should do so. Second, with the two of them around, even if Wang shi had a thousand faults, it would not be good for the sisters-in-law to make a fuss about it for their sake. However, this made his conscience even more uneasy.
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