The next day, Pei Lingniang and Cui Ningqian came to visit Xue Shao's injury in person. Qingrong said that he had just woken up not long ago. After all, Yu Feng had also seen it. If he hadn't woken up after a long time, it would inevitably arouse suspicion.
Qingrong said: "Mrs. Laopei and Cui Cheng came to visit in person. It's just that Changxuan just woke up not long ago and it's inconvenient to see the guests. I hope you can forgive me."
Pei Lingniang took the words and said: "Let him have a good rest. We are not disturbing Zhonglang General's rest." She sighed and looked confused: "I found out about this matter as soon as I got home yesterday and learned that it was
...It turned out that the elders in the family manipulated the servants and looked at the horses miserably, causing the horses to be frightened, but did not report it in time, which is why they committed this crime. The two of us are here today, one is to visit, and the other is to ask for help.
Sanniang, if you can forgive me... don't make this matter public."
She said it euphemistically. If Qingrong hadn't heard Pei Lingniang talk about this earlier, she might have been embarrassed not to agree.
Qingrong glanced at Cui Ningqian, with a guilty expression on her face, and saw that Pei Ling's mother's posture was different from yesterday. She knew it in her heart. Qingrong sighed, shook her head and said: "Madam, please forgive me for saying disrespectful words. If it were Cui Cheng today,
What should you do if you suffer this disaster? Besides, the elders in the family are still here, and I alone don't count. If Madam is really serious, you might as well ask my parents-in-law about their wishes."
After saying this, Pei Lingniang was secretly happy in her heart, but she didn't show it on her face. Seeing Qingrong's attitude, Pei Lingniang and his wife had no choice but to leave first and go to greet Lu and Xue's father.
After this happened to Xue Shao, many people came to visit. Wang and Lu Wenzhong also came. They felt relieved after knowing that he was fine. After Pei Lingniang, Li and Pei Lingniang came again and said
It was because I failed to control my servants well and I personally wanted to apologize to Mr. Lu and Father Xue.
It's just that Mrs. Lu didn't want to see her at all, so she asked Mrs. Su and Qingrong to go and entertain her, "I'm just here to put on a show. I don't know what I'm doing here. It's all the trouble in their house. Since it's an apology, you two can't wait to see her."
Just do it."
After finally sending the person away, Qingrong said curiously: "My mother-in-law seems to dislike Mrs. Li very much."
Su shook her head and her tone was not as good as before, "She belongs to the Li family of Duke Ying's mansion. The Xue family has always been at odds with them. What's more, Mrs. Li usually has a bad behavior, and now something like Shiro has happened.
, how can A Niang treat her well?"
So that's it, Qingrong nodded. This was not the first time she heard people talking about Mrs. Li, but it was always not a good thing. It seemed that she was indeed a difficult person to deal with. She couldn't help but think of Pei Lingniang, who was obviously secretive.
The two of them were fighting fiercely, but they still had to look like mother-in-law and daughter-in-law were deeply in love. It was really not easy for them to go back and forth over this matter.
Qingrong said: "I think she came today not as if she came to apologize, but as if she came to threaten someone."
Su Shi was also dissatisfied and said: "Isn't that right? After all, we are from a high-ranking family, and the servants are all well-trained. How can a servant who takes care of horses carry out such a trap without the instructions of his master? He is just a pitiful person.
She is a scapegoat. Look at her today, she also threw this man who was beaten and scarred all over, and she was not polite either inside or outside. Look at these tricks, how can she look like a lady from a noble family?"
Qingrong smiled helplessly, "The reason why she mobilizes people like this is to prevent us from getting off the stage. If we don't comply, it is said outside that we cannot tolerate others, and I don't know how to get people to gossip."
Mrs. Su advised: "It's really difficult for you. You must be angry in your heart. It's just because of the reputation of this house that you can only endure it."
Hearing this, Qingrong smiled bitterly and shook her head.
A few days later, Cui Langjun, who had left in a hurry on the day of the hunt, also came to visit, but he was the same person who came to announce the news.
The servant who was summoned came with him.
Xue Shao got better after a few days of nursing. However, Qingrong was very worried and refused to allow him to move around at will, so he let him lie on the recliner. When Cui Chenyu came, he saw him lying lazily, and Qingrong stood up to greet him.
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"I've met Mrs. Lu." Cui Chenyu greeted Qingrong and asked Xue Shao, "Is Changxuan's injury getting better?"
"Much better." Xue Shao frowned. He is not worthy of his brother. He should be called Qingrong's younger brother and sister. Why are they so different?
Cui Chenyu was a little funny and joked: "Changxuan is such a blessing."
Xue Shao felt very relieved, but his face was still cold and indifferent, and asked: "Why are you here with the chamberlain?"
Cui Chenyu smiled faintly and explained: "It is a coincidence that not long after the hunt, the saint learned that the queen was happy, and the saint's heart was overjoyed. He specially remembered Changxuan for his meritorious service in protecting the queen that day and did not hurt the queen, so he specially rewarded her."
Qingrong glanced at the courtyard and looked at the Lingluo jewelry piled up like a hill. She understood clearly in her heart and could see how happy Li Jin was for this.
Xue Shao glanced at Qing Rong and couldn't help but wonder, when will Qing Rong be happy? Cui Chenyu was thinking about how to talk to Qing Rong for a while. The three of them had their own thoughts, but they were silent for a while.
Cui Chenyu said: "Since Changxuan got married, I went on a tour with the saint. This is my first visit. I have specially prepared a small gift. I hope Madam Lu will forgive me."
Qingrong smiled politely, "Cui Langjun is too polite."
"That's how it should be."
He and Xue Shao hadn't seen each other for a long time, and he had something to say, so Qing Rong didn't bother him and left the house first, leaving the two of him alone.
Cui Chenyu raised his eyebrows slightly and said with a smile: "It seems that you and Madam Lu are in a very good relationship now."
Xue Shao also laughed and said, "If you are envious, just marry me as soon as possible."
Cui Chenyu didn't know what he thought of, and said lightly with a smile on his face: "Almost."
Xue Shao was also a little curious when he saw this, and wanted to continue asking, but he heard Cui Chenyu say: "Recently, the court has received reports that Xizhou is now a little peaceful, but troubles have arisen in the east. Goryeo has repeatedly invaded the Daye border. The two countries may have
There is a tendency to start a war."
"Koryeo alone is nothing to fear."
Cui Chenyu said: "Baekje is waiting to see the situation. If the two countries collude, it will cause hidden dangers."
Xue Shao frowned and said: "There are constant wars in Xizhou, and disasters are happening in the east. Repeated battles will inevitably waste people and money."
Cui Chenyu nodded and said: "Exactly, but I think the saint has decided on the eastward expedition, and may decide on a general candidate in the spring of next year." He glanced at Xue Shao, with a look of joy in his eyes, "The saint told me about you.
, perhaps intending to promote you, this Eastern Expedition may be an opportunity for you to show off your skills again."
Xue Shao didn't show much joy, but he was very calm and said: "When the time comes, it won't be too late."
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After Qingrong left, she didn't take any time off. She asked people to sort out and count the gifts. Xue Shao was paying too much attention to the Xue family now. This was not a good thing. With the benefits at hand, there was no need to worry about the shortage but the inequality. Chu had some feelings for her.
This is my opinion, and I don’t know what other people think.
She asked Yun Niang to sort out these belongings, and then she would pick some suitable ones and send them to each room of the Xue family. She also specifically asked her to remember the Chu and his wife's share. A Zhen laughed at her and said, "Madam, you are quite generous."
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Qingrong smiled and said, "We are all members of the same family, and we will always get along with each other in the future, but some possessions are nothing." Speaking of this, she thought that the queen was pregnant, so she should pick out some decent things in the past two days.
The congratulatory gift should be sent to the Duke's Mansion to congratulate you.
Xue Shao and Cui Chenyu talked for a long time. When Qingrong had time to look for him, Cui Chenyu was about to say goodbye and leave. The two happened to meet, and Qingrong asked: "Cui Langjun is leaving now? Why don't you stay?"
Come down and have a meal before leaving?"
Cui Chenyu shook his head and smiled, "Thank you for your kindness. Cui won't disturb me. I just have something... Madam Lu, please step over and listen."
Qingrong had some suspicions in her mind that he was most likely looking for her because of Siniang's affairs. She nodded and led Cui Chenyu to the yard, "Cui Langjun is here today. Do you have anything else to do?"
Cui Chenyu nodded, smiled, bowed and said, "To be fair to Madam Lu, I came here today to do something with Siniang."
Qingrong looked at him with the same indifferent expression, "What's the matter between you and her?"
"Yes." Cui Chenyu's eyes were firm and calm, and he said slowly: "I want to marry Si Niang, and I have expressed my intention to her... Although she agreed, she hopes I can ask Mrs. Lu."
She was not surprised that Si Niang would agree to Qing Rong, but she was not very reassured about Cui Chenyu, "You want to marry her? With all due respect, the marriage contract concerns both families and should not be taken lightly. If you are willing, the elders in your family may agree?"
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In a family with five surnames, family background is the most important factor in marriage. Even if she marries the Xue family, she will be criticized. What's more, the family that Si Niang wants to marry is still the Cui family?
Cui Chenyu's expression was calm and his tone was determined, "I know what Madam Lu means, but if I am not sure, I will not dare or let Si Niang marry me. I have carefully considered this decision, and I believe... Si Niang has also
Yes. She trusts me so much that I will definitely handle the affairs of the clan well and will never let her down or make her feel wronged."
Qingrong looked at him and said without mercy: "It's easy to make a verbal promise, but it's not easy to actually do it."
Cui Chenyu was not annoyed. He smiled and remained sincere, "Ms. Lu is Siniang's sister. It is Siniang's blessing to be able to consider such a plan for her, but please rest assured, Ms. Lu."
Qingrong thought for a while, "Six Niang is still in the palace now. It won't be too late to wait until she comes out of the palace to talk about your affairs with her." Even if there are signs now, who can say what will happen in the future?
allow?
Cui Chenyu nodded and said: "What Mrs. Lu said is reasonable. I am eager to settle this matter."
Qingrong continued: "She may have told you that she wants to ask the Queen about her marriage. If not, how will you treat her?"
"Your Highness is the daughter of my mother's cousin. We had contact with each other in the past and have mentioned my getting married. Now that I have someone I like, I think Your Highness will not disapprove."
Qingrong was stunned. The Cui family was also related to the Duke's mansion. But if he said it this way, it might not be impossible. However, this was just one of them.
Qingrong's tone softened, and she asked: "Then how do you deal with the affairs of the clan?"
"After this matter is settled."
Qingrong was confused about this, but she quickly made a guess, "What are you talking about about Mrs. Li?"
Cui Chenyu nodded and smiled, "It's a coincidence, maybe it's God's will. I have a lot of involvement with the clan. If after this matter is settled, there will be turmoil in the clan, I will handle it. Until then, Madam Lu, please rest assured."
Qingrong was silent for a while and said, "Then I'll wait and see."
She was a little curious for a moment. She wanted to see what kind of attitude the elegant and gentle gentleman in front of her had and what kind of abilities he had...whether he was worthy of Si Niang's trust.