Author: Loeva

Qin Jian's trip north went smoothly, but he did not return to the capital in time for New Year's Eve as originally planned. He arrived home on the 28th of the twelfth lunar month, just in time for the New Year. It is said that he was in Shandong

There was heavy snow and the road was blocked, so it was delayed for a few days.

Along with Qin Jian, there were four scholars from the Qin family who went north.

There was a Juren who was the same generation as Qin Zhonghai. He was over forty years old. He was ranked at the bottom of the previous provincial examination. Because he was ranked too low, he felt that his knowledge level was limited, and it was estimated that he would not be able to pass the Jinshi examination.

He didn't come to participate in the two consecutive examinations. He came this time because Qin Jian promised that he could provide him with some supplementary positions. He thought that even if he was just a ninth-grade sesame official, he would be fulfilling his lifelong wish, so he followed.

He will not stay in Chengenhou Mansion for a long time, and he will probably not spend much energy studying hard, but he will be the fastest among his colleagues to enter the official career, and he may be able to be an arm for Qin Jian.

The other three are all scholars, younger, two are of the same generation as Qin Jian, and one is called his uncle. These three young people are all academic seeds in the Qin clan, and the elders in the clan think that they have a bright future.

The future is bright, and there is a good chance that those who will pass the imperial examinations or Jinshi. If they stay in the clan, they can certainly study hard step by step and slowly pass the exams, but regardless of the teachers, collection of books, and connections, they will definitely not be as good as the environment in the capital.

Although Qin Jian said that his uncle Yongjiahou Qin Bai was old and had limited energy, so it was impossible to teach another disciple step by step, but as long as they could get Qin Bai to point out articles occasionally, it would be enough for them. Let alone

, there are so many famous teachers, scholars, and young talents in the capital. A few more years of nurturing in such an environment will probably make their knowledge greatly improve, right?

The four of them abandoned their homes and businesses and followed Qin Jian to the north. In the future, they would live in the Marquis Chengen's mansion. Qin Jian would be responsible for all the expenses for food, clothing, housing and transportation. When Yu Xinlan received the letter from her husband, she had already told the four people and

The residence of their accompanying servants was sorted out, and a suitable teacher was found for them. They agreed to come to the mansion to sit in the restaurant after the spring. With Shoushan Bo's status in the scholarly community, this kind of thing was not a big deal for Yu Xinlan.

It's not difficult.

The second day after Qin Jian arrived home, Qin Bai and his family from the third room came over to visit him. Qin Hanzhen got the letter and went with Zhao Mo to greet him, and also said hello to the tribesmen.

The four members of the Qin family were already a little reserved in front of Qin Bai and his wife, but after all, Qin Bai had returned to his hometown and had contact with them, so they could still remain calm in front of him. But it was Qin Hanzhen and Zhao Mo's turn to appear

They all became nervous when they were in front of them. Even Qin Hanzhen and Zhao Mo had also been to Jiangning and had conversations with these people at that time, but at that time they were not the county prince or the county princess.

After not seeing each other for several years, their identities had changed again. When they met again, several people were a little panicked.

Seeing this, Zhao Mo looked at Qin Hanzhen helplessly. Qin Hanzhen winked at his grandfather. Qin Bai smiled and took Qin Jian and the four people to the big study outside to talk, leaving Zhao Mo behind.

When he came down, he said that Qin Zhonghai had something to discuss with him.

In fact, why did Qin Zhonghai have anything to do with Zhao Mo? The nervous expressions of the four tribesmen were seen by everyone present, and they were just cooperating with Qin Bai's arrangements. After the others left, Qin Zhonghai smiled bitterly at his niece, nephew, and son-in-law: "

They still saw fewer noble people, and they all breathed a sigh of relief as soon as they left the house. I'm afraid they will have to live for a few more months and see you more before they can get used to it."

Zhao Mo naturally wouldn't care about this: "It doesn't matter, they are all from my own family, they are a little cautious, just live their lives for a while."

Qin Zhonghai invited Zhao Mo to talk in the small study, Niu took Cai Shengnan to find Yao, and Qin Hanzhen accompanied Yu Xinlan back to Fugui Residence.

Qin Hanzhen looked at Yu Xinlan's big belly and was a little frightened: "Are you okay? It's getting bigger and bigger this month. When will you give birth?"

Yu Xinlan smiled calmly and said: "If everything goes well, the appointment will be in the first month of the year, right? In fact, I can give birth at any time. My mother told me not to go out of the yard if nothing happens, and to stay in the house honestly. But I feel that I am still

I can walk and I'm in good health. The girls are taking care of me, so I should be fine. My mother also said that it's okay. Walking around more will be good for my delivery, so she persisted and went to Shenyiju every day.

While saying hello, I have to walk a few laps in our yard. Anyway, I don’t go out, I am always in the house, and I am never without people. A delivery room has been prepared in the yard early, and Mrs. Wen also lives there.

Even if I suddenly have to give birth, I won't be in a hurry."

Qin Hanzhen breathed a sigh of relief: "As long as you are fully prepared. If you feel uncomfortable, remember to tell the people around you." She was still a little worried about Yu Xinlan. Yu Xinlan was in good health and had always had an imperial doctor.

Come to Ping Anmai on time. All preparations for the birth are done carefully. There are also dowry mothers who are proficient in childbirth knowledge. But there are always surprises in the world. Yu Xinlan is still too young. She is not yet 18 years old.

I don’t know if it’s too early to have a baby at this age, but it’s better not to make any mistakes.

Qin Hanzhen carefully helped Yu Xinlan into the main room in the front yard of Fugui Residence, sat down at the table, and asked Qin Jian about the hard work along the way: "I see that everyone in the lobby has lost a lot of weight and is also dark."

Although he is still energetic, he must have suffered a lot during his trip south."

Yu Xinlan nodded: "Yes, just the hard work of traveling in the winter is not enough for outsiders. I heard that the servants waiting around those tribesmen also privately complained that he was traveling in a hurry and tired his family.

Where's the owner's? If they had spent the Chinese New Year in their hometown, and then taken a boat to go north along the canal after the spring thaw, they would never have had such a hard time."

Qin Hanzhen said with a smile: "I know I must be responsible for this. Because I told my cousin, what a pity it would be if I couldn't catch up with the birth of his first child and couldn't see the child as soon as possible? My sister-in-law also said

You must feel sad, right? So my cousin made up his mind to leave early and come back early. No matter what, he would stay with his sister-in-law and watch the child be born..."

Yu Xinlan blushed and glared at her, "Are you kidding me?" But looking at the sweet smile on Yu Xinlan's face, one could tell that she actually didn't care about being teased at all.

However, she was also a little confused: "What is your pot?"

Qin Hanzhen laughed: "I'll take the blame, of course it's my responsibility."

Yu Xinlan still had some doubts between her brows, half-understanding, but she also understood that Qin Han was really joking, so she didn't ask any more questions.

The two chatted about some trivial matters at home, and Yu Xinlan also mentioned that the old Qin family member who was going north this time only brought an old concubine with him. He would not notify his family members to come to the reunion until he was replaced by a new official. It was just the old concubine.

Not being able to speak Mandarin, Yu Xinlan couldn't communicate with her, so she had to send people to the East Xiaoyuan to accompany Aunt Fu and Aunt Zhang. It was Qin Kelun and his wife who solved this problem for her last night when they came to greet the tribe. Because

The old Juren has a close blood relationship with Si Fang and has already agreed that he will temporarily move to Qin Kelun's house today and tomorrow and celebrate the New Year there.

Qin Hanzhen said: "This is also a good thing. Ever since Uncle Kewen took office and took office, Uncle Keren's house has been a lot quieter. My grandmother brings brother Qian to the house to play from time to time, and Aunt Keren feels lonely at home.

If you have someone to talk to with you, you can also pass the time. During the Chinese New Year, everyone visits relatives and friends and it is very lively. But after the Chinese New Year, the clan leader will have to live in Beijing for at least a few months.

It has been such a long time and he is not familiar with the place. Having an acquaintance to guide him will prevent his life from being too leisurely and boring."

Yu Xinlan smiled and said: "Aunt Kelen occasionally comes to the house to talk to mother, and the two of them can chat. Aunt Kelen originally spoke Jiangnan Nong dialect, but the Mandarin was not very accurate, and my mother could not understand it.

, I’m used to it now, and when talking to us, one or two Jinling slangs will occasionally pop up.”

Qin Hanzhen couldn't help but laugh, and then asked: "Is Ernie's condition still not improving? I obviously think that she is laughing and talking as usual, and she can eat and drink, but why does she always feel that she has no strength? Do you want to treat me a few more times?

Is an imperial doctor here to check your pulse?"

Yu Xinlan shook her head: "I have tried to persuade her several times, but she refused, saying that she feels it is good now, and her life is free and comfortable. I think her claiming to be sick may be just an excuse. Although I don't understand why she wants to

But neither my father nor my husband have any objections to this, so I can’t say much."

In fact, as early as when Mrs. Xu was still alive, Mrs. Yao had already lost her power as the middle minister, and was only left with an errand to serve her mother-in-law. Now that she no longer needs to serve her mother-in-law, there seems to be no problem if she wants to enjoy her leisure time?

There must be some rift between Qin Zhonghai and the Yao family, and the Yao family may have acted inappropriately. Since even Qin Jian has no objections, what can others say? Yu Xinlan acquiesced to this matter, and Qin Hanzhen

Then he shut up.

While she was talking, Yu Xinlan's girl came into the room and whispered a few words in her ear. Yu Xinlan nodded: "I know." She didn't give any other instructions, and the girl withdrew.

Qin Hanzhen was a little curious, so Yu Xinlan told her: "It's the aunt from the second bedroom who came to talk to my mother. She comes often these days, and my mother asked me to stay away, so I won't disturb her."

Little Xue?

Qin Hanzhen said: "Why did she suddenly become interested and come over to see the second uncle from time to time? They couldn't be said to be very close to each other in the past. Besides, the first uncle must be very busy with housework, right?" There was only one little girl left in the second room.

Mr. Xue can still be the head of the family, but everyone else is sick and disabled, and no one can be relied on. Mr. Xue, an honest and cowardly person, is not guarding the house. Why is he always going to Mr. Yao when he has nothing to do?

After leaving the Marquis Chengen's Mansion, Qin Hanzhen learned the answer from his grandmother Niu Shi: "Isn't there something wrong with Jinyi girl again? Your aunt sent people to see her a few days ago, and she took them and cried.

, saying that her mother-in-law wanted to kill her again, and even the mother-in-law and uncles and mothers-in-law made things difficult for her, and even indulged Pei Chengna's concubine. She made a fuss and said that she must reconcile, but the Pei family refused, and this was a stalemate again.

.She secretly disguised herself as a girl and escaped from Duke Pei's house. Now she lives in the house where she was married. She is begging your aunt to make the decision. She said that she would rather follow your second aunt's advice and marry into the Xue family than marry into the Xue family.

She stayed at the Pei family. Your eldest uncle refused, saying that he would rather she die than allow her to return home. The eldest uncle had no choice but to come and ask for help. I don't want to care about these things, and you are impatient to talk to Jinyi girl.

She has no choice but to beg your second uncle and second aunt."

Qin Hanzhen couldn't help but "tsk". It turned out to be Qin Jinyi again!
Chapter completed!