The next day, Xue Shao personally visited the house and asked General Su to present the evidence of Li Wu's past crimes, stating that he did not deal with Li Wu without reason. To be on the safe side, he also visited Cui Ningqian and his wife. Pei Lingniang had also heard about this and knew about Xue Shao's actions.
The purpose of the trip.
She knew the ins and outs of this matter. It was probably the Li family who thought that Cui Chenyu's marriage to Si Niang was a premeditated plan to go against her... Maybe Lu Qingrong had teamed up with them to plan the hunt, and she happened to be a member of the clan.
When the younger generation came to visit, she learned about the affairs of Li Wu and the Xue family, so she instigated the younger Li family and conspired with others to retaliate against Qingrong and others. Therefore, Pei Lingniang took the initiative to agree to enter the palace to serve Qingrong.
testify.
Pei Lingniang's reputation and conduct were well-known among officials and family members. Therefore, based on various evidences, it was very clear what happened.
Li Wu dared to openly take the lead in violating disciplines in the army, ran rampant in the army, bullied the weak, delayed the military situation several times, and even killed soldiers... All of this was because of the protection of the Li family and was not heard by heaven. Xue Shaohui's handling of Li Wu was
Because when the bandits were returning from the Qing Dynasty, he indulged in drunkenness and caused chaos, and behaved badly. Xue Shaocai executed Li Wu first and then reported it. However, the Li family would not pursue the case in the past because they wanted to settle the matter and preserve Li Wu's reputation. But now they are attacking him and suing him.
Imperial...As for Qingrong, rumors were spread without any reason.
Therefore, Li Jin allowed Qingrong to leave the palace that day, punished Li Sui for deceiving the emperor, and dismissed Li Sui and Xiao Li's husband from their official positions. As for Xu Lingxiu, because there was no ironclad evidence to prove the truth of what Xu Lingxiu said, Li Jin
He was only verbally beaten and not punished.
When Qingrong heard the news, her heart that had been hanging high for several days suddenly fell to the ground. Not only because she was freed from the crime, but also because Xue Shao was free of charge. For this reason alone, Qingrong felt that he was worthy of her trust.
of…
As for Li Jin, Qingrong has not seen him again in the past few days... It doesn't matter if she can't see him. Qingrong can't help but secretly thought that although she has never mentioned it, she has more or less thoughts about Li Jin.
Somewhat aware.
Before she left the palace, the queen specially stayed with her to talk. She asked: "Before you go back, do you want to go and say hello to the wise concubine?"
Qingrong was silent for a moment, wondering if Concubine Xian knew about this. It stands to reason that she knew... but she never showed up. At this time, it was inconvenient to be too public, so Qingrong decided not to go in order to avoid suspicion. "Concubine Xian is in good health.
After a while, I stopped going to bother you."
But these words had a different meaning to the Queen's ears. She nodded and said: "It doesn't matter, there will always be a chance in the future." Finally, she ordered Lady Song to escort Qingrong out of the palace in person.
On the way, Ms. Song stopped, took out a waist badge, and handed it to Qingrong: "Madam, this is the waist badge that His Highness ordered to reward Madam. With this waist badge, Madam can enter and leave the palace without an edict."
Qingrong glanced at the bronze medal held in Miss Song's hand, and her heart was slightly shaken. She looked at Miss Song tentatively again, and saw that she smiled and nodded towards her. Only then did she dare to reach out to pick it up, but she couldn't stop her heart.
I thought, what does the queen mean? Seeing that she has made her position clear, does she have other plans?
As if she had read through her thoughts, Ms. Song explained with a smile: "This is His Highness's wish. If Madam has something to do and wants to see His Highness in the palace or has a token to present, she can use this card. His Highness also said,
But no matter what the lady asks, the subordinates should not neglect her."
Qingrong's fingers gently rubbed the waist badge, which seemed to be a reward. She didn't know what the purpose behind it was. She paused and said with a smile: "I would also like to ask the supervisor to thank His Highness on my behalf."
"You're welcome, Madam. I have been following His Highness for so many years, and I have never seen a lady so cared for by His Highness. She is the first person other than His Highness's mother's family to have such a special treatment. It shows that His Highness treats his wife well."
Qingrong was speechless for a moment, and forced a smile, "Your Highness is good, I naturally understand in my heart, but how can I be so good and capable?" Although the queen did this for a purpose, but from the first time she met her to the present, she was speechless.
, she treated herself really well.
The female official of the Song Dynasty smiled unhurriedly and said: "Where do you start talking about this? Madam has her own merits. We and others are gentle. If we can share your worries and relieve your work, we will live up to His Highness's kindness. Madam thinks
Woolen cloth?"
Qingrong saw that Ms. Song was usually quiet and taciturn, but when she spoke, she always pointed out. Qingrong smiled and responded: "Thank you, Ajian, for your advice."
Ms. Song nodded, "The maid will be sent here. Madam, please go slowly."
Qingrong left silently, that's all. Since she couldn't understand the queen's plan, she didn't think about it for now, so why bother herself.
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Azhen did not follow Qingrong into the palace. As soon as she heard the news that Qingrong had returned and had arrived at the palace gate, she quickly informed Xue Shao in the house. When Xue Shao heard the news, he stood up in a hurry and strode to the palace.
I have to rush to the door to greet Qingrong.
Seeing how anxious he was, Azhen had no choice but to run to keep up with him. Unexpectedly, Xue Shao turned back from the front and shouted: "Prepare water for washing!"
Azhen's eyes widened. In the past few days, Alang had not cared about his appearance. He would not wash up in the morning or wash up in the evening. His wife was back, what should he wash up at this time?
Seeing her standing still, Xue Shao urged: "What are you doing standing still? Why don't you go quickly?" Qingrong is about to arrive, why don't you hurry up, why are you lingering here? Qingrong used to pay attention to these details, and he wanted to wash
Keep your face and make yourself look energetic. Don't greet her with a haggard and uneven face.
He washed his face in a few times, looked at the bronze mirror, felt that there was nothing wrong, and got up and went out.
It's just that he was not the only one who was anxious to meet. Qingrong was also eager to return home. Although her face remained calm, she still speeded up her pace unconsciously.
The two were caught off guard and ran into each other outside the courtyard gate.
Xue Shao stopped and looked at her blankly.
Seeing him like this, Qingrong just smiled softly and was about to speak when Xue Shao held her tightly in his arms and refused to let go.
He closed his eyes. Only now that she was standing in front of him intact did his heart completely calm down, and all that was left was the joy of regaining her.
Qingrong couldn't move, and her heart stopped for a beat at this intimate and tender gesture. She reacted, put her hand on his back, smiled and whispered in his ear: "I'm back."
Xue Shao didn't even raise his head, and grunted muffledly, "Just come back." Just come back.
When Songyue and Yun Niang saw this, they covered their mouths and snickered from behind. They glanced at Azhen who was a little anxious at the side, smiled and shook their heads, indicating that she should not disturb A Lang and Madam. A Lang was really...somewhat in front of Madam.
Childish.
Qingrong hugged him for a while and said, "Okay, it's still outside."
Xue Shao raised his head and let go of her.
Qingrong saw Azhen on the side, stepped forward and whispered comfortingly: "Why are you still crying? Isn't everything fine now?"
Azhen shook her head and nodded, trying hard to suppress her emotions, and explained: "My wife has left me alone in this house, and I can't be with her. How can I not be worried? From now on, my servant... I will follow my wife wherever I go.
That’s all.”
Xue Shao on the side frowned when he heard this. Qingrong was funny. If he really wanted to talk, Xue Shao took the initiative to hold Qingrong's hand and changed the topic: "It's still cold outside, let's go in."
Qingrong turned to look at him, nodded in agreement, and the two of them walked side by side like an old couple and walked into the house.
Xue Shao asked before returning to the house, "How have you been resting these past few days? How have you been eating?"
"Everything is fine. I have been staying in His Highness's palace these days, and Your Highness still treats me as before. Don't worry." Qingrong took off his cloak, sat down side by side with Xue Shao, looked at the person in front of him, and then
He said: "It's you, you must not have had a good rest. Look at you, even the bruises under your eyes are getting heavier."
Xue Shao held her in his arms and whispered: "It doesn't matter."
Qingrong looked at him, her eyes were a little sore, and she felt unspeakably moved in her heart. She said, "You go and have a rest first. I just came back. It's time to go to Grandma's house."
Let’s go there. When you wake up, can we have dinner together?”
"I go with you."
Qingrong said: "No need, I will go by myself."
"I'm worried."
Qingrong was amused, shook her head and said: "We are all at home, why are you worried? If my mother-in-law hears what you say, she will definitely teach you a lesson."
Xue Shao, however, didn't care much and said firmly: "Don't be afraid, it's not the first time."
In the end, Qingrong did not force himself and went with him to see Lu and Xue's father. They were relieved when they saw that Qingrong came back without incident. After all, Qingrong is the daughter-in-law of the Xue family, and everyone knows what kind of person he is.
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However, Xue's father took this opportunity to reprimand Xue Shao. He said: "You need to be more cautious when doing this. If you hadn't acted recklessly, why would Sanniang be implicated by you?"
Xue Shao lowered his head, did not refute a word, accepted it honestly, and said in a deep voice: "My son knows he was wrong."
Qingrong wanted to open her mouth to defend him, but Xue Shao's hand that was touching hers suddenly squeezed her, signaling her not to speak. In this way, Qingrong also remained silent.
However, Mrs. Lu was impatient that he was putting on that air now. She glanced at Qingrong intentionally or unintentionally, and said perfunctorily: "Okay, okay, just say less. He is also his fault for this matter."
?Isn’t it that the people from the Li family are deliberately trying to harm him?”
Mrs. Lu turned around and gave a few brief instructions before letting the young couple leave first.
Qingrong noticed that Lu's attitude was a bit strange, but she didn't take it to heart.
The two of them returned to Lide Hall. Seeing that it was still early for dinner, Qingrong asked Xue Shao to rest for a while. "You must be tired after a few days of busy work. Go and rest."
Xue Shao shook his head and said: "What does this mean? When marching and fighting, it is common to go for several days without rest. I am not tired."
Qingrong looked at him and couldn't help but smile, "Okay then, it's just that I feel sorry for you when I see you looking tired."
Xue Shao grabbed her hand, lowered his eyes and said solemnly: "You are fine, you can handle me."
Qingrong snuggled into his arms and hummed, "Thank you."
Unexpectedly, the man straightened her body, clasped her shoulders, looked at her seriously, "Thank you for what? You can trust me and rely on me."
This is not only because he likes her, but it is also the responsibility that a husband should have towards his wife.
Qingrong's heart moved and she couldn't help but smile: "That's not right."
Xue Shao's expression changed, and Qingrong also straightened his expression, and said word by word: "We can trust each other and rely on each other. Not only you and me, but also...my thoughts are also included."
After saying that, Qingrong smiled brightly, her eyes were warm and bright, which made people's emotions well up, and they were in a trance for a moment...
Just when he was in a trance, Xue Shao suddenly realized that after more than a year of marriage, it seemed that it was at this moment that he and Qing Rong truly became husband and wife. They were not just in a physical relationship, but could truly live together.
Enter her heart...take a place.
Seeing that Xue Shao didn't respond, Qingrong reached out and flicked his forehead, and asked with a smile: "Why don't you speak?"
Xue Shao calmed down and coughed, the tips of his ears turned red, "I'm so happy."
Qingrong couldn't help laughing, touched his ears and said, "What a fool."
Xue Shao pulled her hand down and put it in his palm, "You always said that I like to use my hands and feet. What about you now?"
"I learned it all from you, can't I?"
Xue Shao looked away and said calmly: "Yes." Why not?
Qingrong smiled and said nothing for a while. After a while, she asked: "Actually, I have never understood why you are so affectionate towards me. It was like this a long time ago..."
She also wanted to ask the reason. What did Xue Shao think of it?