Abandoning concubines and raising children to seize the throne

Ye Jinglan picked up the teacup and took a sip.

"It's not a profound theory, but the current peace and prosperity is a good start. It won't be long before the Great Zhou will have a new look."

"I heard that the Great Zhou had just experienced plague and famine, which shows that the emperor is not in good condition either."

Qing Luo's voice was faint and he spoke nonchalantly.

Yin Qingxuan naturally couldn't allow others to slander her husband, so she said, "Man-made disasters can be avoided, natural disasters can be avoided, and the people's harvests can be guaranteed regardless of drought or flood. It all depends on God's will. It is already extremely rare for Lord Zhou to be able to stabilize the situation in the short term."

Qing Luo snorted, "These are just excuses. Haven't you heard that we should prepare for a rainy day when something bad happens?"

Yin Qingxuan's heart moved slightly. This girl seemed to be quite dissatisfied with the Great Zhou. She stayed here, could it be that she wanted to assassinate A Yu? She should find an opportunity to test her martial arts.

But he smiled and said, "I didn't expect Miss Qing to have such insights into the governance of the country at such a young age. It's really admirable. Is there anyone in your family who is an official?"

"Yes, but that was hundreds of years ago. Now the Qing family has no official position, so they can relax."

Qing Luo's tone was free and easy, but between the lines, there was still a hint of unwillingness.

Yin Qingxuan caught the flash of emotion in her eyes very subtly, and her suspicion increased a little. When she saw A Yu later, she would definitely ask him if there was anyone with the surname Qing in the court.

"No wonder, the young lady has such a lofty vision, she must have a good family tradition. Now the emperor is eager to recruit talents, and has already issued an imperial decree. No matter whether you are from a noble family or a poor family, anyone who is willing can participate in the imperial examination. Those with strong martial arts skills can also enter the martial arts school in the capital. If the young lady has a family willing to join the official career, now is a good opportunity."

Yin Qingxuan was talking but she was wondering in her heart, is there really a surname called "Qing" among the Hundred Family Surnames?

Qing Luo picked up the teacup, put it behind her veil, took a sip, and said calmly: "I'm sorry, my father and brother are dead, and I'm the only one in the Qing family now."

These words immediately made Yin Qingxuan feel at a loss for words, as if whatever she said would be like exposing someone's scars.

She glanced at Ye Jinglan, but saw that guy was absent-minded, and no one knew what he was thinking about. However, Qingluo smiled freely.

"Birth, aging, illness and death are common to all human beings. Miss Yin, you don't have to think too much about it. Sometimes death is actually a kind of happiness. Only those who live to the end will continue to suffer."

Yin Qingxuan couldn't help but look up at Qingluo. Such words of deep insight definitely didn't sound like something a little girl of eight or nine years old could say. It felt inexplicably out of place.

Qing Luo had called the waiter and said generously: "It is fate that I can meet Miss Yin today. I will treat you to this meal. You are welcome to eat whatever you want."

"Thank you, Miss Qing. I have lived here for several months. I should have come earlier. I will do my part as a good host!"

Ye Jinglan suddenly came to his senses and said, "It's better for me to treat you. How can a man like me eat the rice of two girls?"

Qingluo glanced at him and did not refuse. Ye Jinglan had already stood up.

"There are some delicious food in the guest room. I'll go get it."

Tsk, it's rare to see Ye Jinglan being so attentive to a girl. Could it be that he's in heat?

Yin Qingxuan curled up the corners of her mouth.

"Okay, we'll wait."

But I still ordered a few side dishes, since I have to let the store owner make some money.

"The girl is kind-hearted."

Qingluo saw her intention.

Yin Qingxuan pursed her lips and smiled.

“To be kind to others is also to be kind to yourself.”

Qing Luo said calmly: "Many times, good intentions may not always be rewarded."

Yin Qingxuan nodded and said, "This situation may happen, but if everyone holds this idea, wouldn't the world become a mess? Many times, a little bit of kindness may change a person's life. If you have the ability, why not do it?"

Qing Luo said: "Miss Yin's idea is too optimistic. The development of events often goes against one's wishes."

"Why did Miss Qing say that? Has she ever been betrayed?"

Yin Qingxuan asked casually.

Qing Luo raised his teacup and said in a rustling voice: "It's not a betrayal, it's just that a wise bird chooses a good tree to roost in, this is human nature. Forget it, let's not talk about this, life should be free and unrestrained, free and easy, what path you will take in the future, let tomorrow decide."