Now that Mrs. Wen had already told the general story, Qiao Yuyan didn't hide it and told Mrs. Wen roughly what she encountered after going out. She didn't hide the fact that she went to Qiao's house first, but she didn't hide it from her. The matter of Xiangguo Temple was ignored.
Old Mrs. Wen was obviously very surprised, "It's chaos at this time? It shouldn't be!"
In fact, Qiao Yuyan had the same thoughts as Mrs. Wen, "I also find it strange that tomorrow is the last day of national mourning. After tomorrow, the seventh prince will naturally ascend the throne as emperor.
Although the death of the fifth prince has not been announced to the world, everything that should be known in Beijing is already known. At this time, what other forces are causing trouble?"
Old Mrs. Wen has more knowledge in this area than Qiao Yuyan, "Is there any news in the Shen family?"
Shen family?
Qiao Yuyan reacted for a moment before remembering that she was talking about Shen Jing's natal family, General Shen's Mansion.
Qiao Yuyan thought about it and realized that on the way from Nancheng Gate to Qiao's house, she actually passed by Shen's house, but...
She recalled carefully, then shook her head gently, "No, there was no movement in the Shen family."
The expression on Old Mrs. Wen's face became more solemn, "How could this happen?!"
Qiao Yuyan didn't say anything, she just stayed by her side. After waiting for a long time, Mrs. Wen couldn't think of a reason.
Qiao Yuyan said: "No matter what, the period of national mourning is about to end. Even if there is chaos, it will not last for two days, at least in the homes of us ministers.
Therefore, we only need to survive these two days, but the identity of the people coming from outside is unknown, and we don't know whether they are friends or foes to our family, so I plan to take everyone with me and hold on."
Old Mrs. Wen nodded, "You are right. If you really escape and run around the city at this time, and wait until things are calmed down and liquidated, it will be easiest to tell how many big families have been wiped out when dynasties change. If you accidentally hit it, all the ropes will fall off."
She thought quietly for a while and said, "Go ahead! I'm much better today, and with your fourth sister-in-law here to take care of me, I have a lot of people under my command, so you just go about your business."
Qiao Yuyan nodded, bowed to her again, and walked out of Mrs. Wen's house.
Before he could even take two steps, he was called out.
Knowing Qiao Yuyan's arrangement, Mrs. Wen didn't dare to call her out loud. Seeing her stop, she hurried over and said, "Sixth brother and sister, I really can't hide it from the old lady. I don't know what happened when you went to the ancestral hall that day. I don’t know what you asked them. I really can’t feel at ease.”
Qiao Yuyan looked at her guilty eyes and smiled, "Are you afraid that I will care about this matter?"
Wen didn't say anything, but Qiao Yuyan smiled and said: "How long have I known you and me? In such a short period of time, my fourth sister-in-law has supported me like this. Believe me, I have been very touched. It can be seen that you have a very close relationship with the old lady, mother-in-law and daughter-in-law." Okay, you have your considerations, and I can certainly understand.
What's more, I don't think I've done anything wrong. Even if I'm confronted by an old lady or a gentleman, I won't be afraid. You can do so many things for me, and I haven't thanked you yet!"
"That's what you said..." Seeing that she said it sincerely, Mrs. Wen breathed a sigh of relief and complained again, "If you put it like that, how can the Wen family's affairs fall on you? In the end, it's this No one is up to par at home. I have been married here for many years. No matter how you calculate it, my responsibility should be heavier than yours."
After the two people started talking, there was no more bad blood, and Mr. Wen went back to the old lady's house.
Qiao Yuyan went directly to the outer courtyard.
Shi Ye was cutting bamboo with a group of servants. This courtyard was behind the bamboo forest. Shi Ye had just time to go and cut down all the bamboos close to the yard and throw them in.
First, cut down the nearby bamboos to prevent outsiders from attacking with fire. These bamboos will harm the houses here.
On the other hand, it is faster to cut bamboo into a sharp weapon, but it only takes two cuts.
The situation outside is too unclear, and they even fought with real guns. Who knows if they will suddenly come this way.
Be prepared and you can survive every moment.
If you really can't defend it, you should attract the opponent's firepower to one place so that people can escape from another place.
Things are going on here in full swing, but no one speaks, everyone just goes on in silence.
There was also a group of people carrying buckets of water to water the fence.
In such weather, water is poured layer upon layer, and it quickly freezes into ice.
This courtyard was originally built for this great-uncle because he had a quiet temperament and did not like to socialize. I was afraid that he would feel uncomfortable living in his brother's house.
Therefore, the courtyard wall of this courtyard is much higher than other places. If this courtyard wall turns into an ice wall, it will not be easy to climb over. Even if there is a ladder on the other end, a gentle push from this side will be enough. You can make the opponent slip.
Seeing everything arranged in an orderly manner, Qiao Yuyan felt more at ease.
Walking into the inner courtyard again, I saw Jiahe leaning against a tree and eating melon seeds.
As I got closer, I realized that it was not melon seeds, but fried rice. I heard the beeping sound, but I didn't see any shells being spit out.
"Thank you for running away and then coming back. Didn't you know that this is a dragon's pond and a tiger's den?" Jiahe stretched out his hand towards Qiao Yuyan, gesturing for her to eat together.
Qiao Yuyan shook her head and smiled helplessly, "What can I do? Since we are all married, we are naturally members of the Wen family. How can we still live alone outside?"
"Come on!" Jiahe curled his lips disdainfully, "I have seen many Wei Daofu in my life, but I didn't expect you to be such a person. It's really boring."
Qiao Yuyan did not refute her evaluation, and said with a smile: "Princess, you should rest early! It's not peaceful outside."
"I am the princess of a country, what should I be afraid of?" Jiahe was still so arrogant, with her unique stubbornness, "These days, I rest during the day and at night. What else is there to rest for? It's better to be here. Look at what they're doing! I've never seen anything like this before. Where did you learn this? It's so funny."
It was obviously a matter of life and death, but when it came to her mouth, it became a fun matter. Qiao Yuyan had no choice but to shrug, "Then follow you, princess! I have something else to do, so I'll leave first."
Didn't answer her question. In fact, she saw these things in a book that Wen Tingyuan threw aside.
Wen Tingyuan...
I don't know if he has arrived yet.
Jiahe suddenly said from behind, "Who do you think is causing trouble?"
Qiao Yuyan turned around suddenly, she had forgotten Jiahe, "Princess knows?"