Parents are busy farming

Due to many factors such as the regions and historical backgrounds of the two sides, there are significant differences in their cultures.

The people of Daxia have always been known for being reserved, especially in important occasions or when communicating with others; however, the foreign friend who came to visit today was completely different. His character was straightforward and frank with no intention of concealing anything.

Faced with this situation, Ye Zifen felt helpless and finally decided to exit the side yard first and return to the front courtyard to rest for a while.

At this moment, Hong Yujie appeared here again and asked, "Fifth sister, how should we deal with what happened today?"

Ye Zifen pondered for a moment and replied, "It should be handled properly according to the established procedures. A memorial should be submitted to the court to explain the whole story, and the officials of the Ministry of Rites will be fully responsible for the reception. As for where we can provide assistance, we will do our best, but we should stay away from other matters that are beyond our authority."

At present, the Hong family's position is exactly the same as Ye Zifen's - resolutely avoiding being involved in any vortex of disputes. Even Wang Chuanxing, who was once highly regarded, has now been demoted to serve as an official in another place.

Hearing this, Hong Yujie nodded slightly to show his agreement, and then said: "I intend to build a house here, so that Ziwei will have a place to stay when she comes to visit in the future."

Hearing this, Ye Zifen couldn't help but stare at him sideways, with a smile on her lips, saying, "Could it be that I would refuse you when you come here? I have already prepared Ziwei's dowry. After you two get married, you might as well spend more time with your grandparents and show your filial piety."

Her words fully reveal her demeanor as an elder sister and her love for her younger sister.

Hong Yujie lowered his head, his face gloomy, and said in a low and somewhat dull voice: "Grandpa and grandma don't expect us to stay in the capital any longer."

When Ye Zifen heard this, many thoughts came to her mind.

The Hong family is located in the capital, so their sources of information are naturally more informed and convenient.

Now Hong Yujie is not allowed to stay here. Is it just because of his status as a military officer?

Furthermore, does the series of arrangements made by my cousin mean that everything is paving the way for the future?

After thinking for a while, Ye Zifen said softly, "If that's the case, then let's do as you say. Now that it has rained here, I believe the drought in the inland areas will soon subside. I need to take some time to return to my hometown to make some plans and arrangements."

Hong Yujie immediately responded, "When we got married, we were going to marry in the capital. Will the fifth sister rush back to the capital? The emperor has asked grandfather about this several times."

Ye Zifen recalled the officials who had visited her frequently recently, and she already understood the situation - the emperor was obviously urging her to come to Beijing.

At the same time, she also thought of the triumphant return to Beijing by Zhang Gaoyi and others, and she knew that this time it would be difficult to avoid.

However, before leaving for Beijing, it is important to properly handle all matters here.

In addition, Ziwei's dowry needs to be carefully examined.

Of course, the most important thing is to wait for those who go out to sea to return.

Only in this way can we ensure that nothing goes wrong.

Ye Zifen frowned slightly, a trace of worry in her eyes, and asked softly, "Did Grandfather mention the recent situation in the capital?"

Hong Yujie nodded slightly and replied solemnly: "Grandfather only said that the queen has been seriously ill recently and has been ill for many days."

At this moment, the crown prince has been established. Although the queen cannot be named queen dowager as the crown prince's biological mother, she is still the most honorable queen as the crown prince's biological mother.

Normally, one shouldn't fall ill so easily.

In this case, there is only one possibility - someone attempted to murder her and put her life in danger.

Looking at the entire Great Xia Dynasty, the only person who can accomplish this, apart from the concubines in the deep palace, is probably the current emperor.

The harem taking the queen's life at this time would not have much effect on the previous dynasty.

that……

The Queen must have done something to displease the Emperor.

Thinking of this, Ye Zifen couldn't help but feel a shock in her heart. A chill rose from her spine and instantly spread throughout her body.

She pondered the complicated relationships and interests involved, and felt that the situation was becoming more and more serious, and she became increasingly anxious.

After a moment's silence, she calmed down and said firmly: "We just need to know these things in our hearts, and we must not leak a word to the outside world. After you and Ziwei are married, you must leave as soon as possible. I may not be able to leave here with you, you need to stay here and protect the peace. When we return one day, we will make plans."

Hong Yujie still didn't know why Ye Zifen asked this question, but seeing her solemn expression and serious words, he couldn't help but feel worried.

He hurriedly asked, "Could it be that Fifth Sister can't come back?"

His eyes were fixed on Ye Zifen, his face full of concern, as if he wanted to find the answer from her eyes.

Ye Zifen said helplessly, "There are many things that we cannot decide. In my opinion, my carefree life will not last too long. The decree of marriage will definitely be issued this time."

After all, the death of the queen is such a major event that according to the rules, all happy events must be banned for at least three months, and people like them who are ministers need to observe mourning for a whole year.

However, Hong Yujie suddenly laughed out loud, "Brother Gao Yi always asks how Fifth Sister is doing recently. If he can get the news of the marriage, Brother Gao Yi will definitely be ecstatic."

Hearing this, Ye Zifen couldn't help but shake her head and responded with a wry smile: "Is getting married really that good? Why are all of you like this?"

Hong Yujie then continued, "It's not just Brother Gao Yi. Even Brother Zihong has asked Manager Meng'er about the situation many times. But now Manager Meng'er doesn't even want to reply to Brother Zihong's letter."

Ye Zifen found it funny when she heard this and said casually, "That's his own fault. He's like a piece of gummy bear, clinging to me all day long. Meng'er takes several months to come back from the sea each time, but when she comes back, she receives a lot of letters, and they are nothing new. It would be strange if she was willing to write back to him."

Ye Zifen still remembers vividly the scene when she had the honor of witnessing Liu Meng'er opening Ye Zihong's letter - from beginning to end, Meng'er's brows were always tightly furrowed, and as she read more, the wrinkles became deeper and deeper.

In the end, she simply stopped reading and just said, "What a leisurely life!" and threw the letters aside.