Wealth and glory seek stability

What could be more motivating for a man than to avenge his pregnant wife and mother?

Zhang Cen'er took out a porcelain bottle from his sleeve and said, "Do you know why the noble women of the Xuanwu Dynasty have the same rights as men? It is because of the secret medicine of the Xuanwu Dynasty, which women take when they are pregnant.

In addition to having a bigger belly that makes her look like a normal person, the pain of childbirth is also less than that of an ordinary woman. The woman can minimize the side effects of childbirth on her body, all because of this secret medicine. "

Jian Xi was curious, "If it's so magical, why have I never heard of it?"

Zhang Cen'er raised his chin, full of pride, "This thing is only useful for women. It was carefully developed by our witch ancestor. The White Tiger Dynasty is a male-dominated dynasty and doesn't even bother to know about it.

There are people in the Qinglong Dynasty who are good at Gu and can achieve this effect by planting Gu worms in their bodies. It is said that the people in the Xuanyuan Dynasty are all peasants, so how could they know this? "

Jian Xi: .....

It seems to make sense. In her previous life, she was afraid of getting married and having children, in large part because she was afraid of the pain that childbirth would bring and a series of postpartum side effects.

She also wants to buy a car and a house. If she has a child, she will have to give up her job, which is not worth it.

"I am very interested in this secret medicine, but I don't think I have the ability to help you seize the throne. I am not very proficient in political schemes."

Zhang Cen'er snorted coldly, "I see that you are very proficient, but you have never had power in your hands. You can go from a maid to this level just by calculating. You are really good."

She knew that Jian Xi's heart was moved. No one in the world could resist the feeling of holding power. She continued to tempt him:

"Only those who dare to act can do what the world has to offer. Fools and mediocre people dare to think but not to act. The most you can achieve in this Xuanyuan Dynasty is to be a first-rank lady.

In the future, the history books will only record that you are Gao Jianshi. If you come back with me, when I ascend the throne, I will definitely make you the most powerful minister."

The most important point is that Jian Xi values ​​friendship and loyalty.

In fact, ever since Zhang Cen'er learned about Emperor Xuanyuan's plan, she has been paying attention to the movements of many parties. That bitch Lin Yun actually wanted to use her as cannon fodder, which was really a wrong calculation.

However, Jian Xi's performance made Zhang Cen'er look at her with new eyes. She knew that she had properly arranged for the people around her, and even left a way out for the friends she met when she was a maid. She knew Jian Xi's character, and only such a person would she dare to trust with her back.

"Okay, I agree."

at night.

The two coffins that Jian Xi had sent have arrived.

Zi Cui was confused, "Madam, why do you need two coffins?"

Jian Xi walked forward and touched one of the hats, seeming to be expressing emotion, as this was the first time in her life that she wore mourning clothes.

"Buried, of course."

Since someone wanted her dead, how could she let them do as they wished?

"Tell the people in the mansion to pack up tomorrow and tell them that it's too hot in summer and they're worried that mother's body will rot. I will personally take mother's coffin back to my hometown in Jiangnan to bury her in peace."

Zi Cui lowered her head and replied, "Yes."

Midnight watch.

Lei Zi, along with a group of strong men, carried away Madam Gao's coffin and quietly went to Qianxi Manor.

Jian Xi chose a forest with beautiful scenery, but unfortunately it was night and she couldn't see clearly.

She knelt on the ground and watched everyone bury the body.

After the grave was filled, only Lei Zi and Jian Xi were left in front of the grave.

Inside the basket filled with paper money behind Jian Xi, there was a square iron box, which Jian Xi picked up with both hands.

"Brother Leizi, please help me bury this box under my mother's tombstone."

Lei Zi said nothing, took it and started digging a hole.

Jian Xi said sadly, "It says the reason for my mother's death and what happened during this period. If your husband comes to see you in the future, just bring him here. If he comes, tell him about the box. If he doesn't come, then there's no need to tell him."

Lei Zi's movements paused for a moment, then he increased the intensity of his movements as if to vent his anger.

"Why wouldn't he come? This is his mother. You think too much, sister." This was the first time he called Jian Xi sister in all these years. Then he thought of something, "If he doesn't come, I will beat him up for you."

Jian Xi shook her head. "No need. Everyone has their own difficulties. I don't want to be a fish on the chopping board forever, at the mercy of others."

Jian Xi took off the mourning band tied around her forehead and threw it into the pit. She wrapped the iron box with several thick layers of butter paper, so it shouldn't rot within ten years.

She had no idea what happened ten years later.

Lei Zi has always been a smart person, and I'm afraid he has guessed some of it a long time ago.

Jian Xi took out a heavy gold lock, which was exquisitely carved and had the words "Long Life" engraved on it.

"This is for Caiyun's future child. It's a pity that I can't give it to her in person."

Lei Zi was depressed and didn't want to take it, but looking at Jian Xi in all white and her frail body despite being pregnant, he couldn't bear it and reached out to take it.

"What unlucky words are you saying at such a young age?"

Jian Xi watched Lei Zi put away the gold lock and found a place to sit on the ground.

Lei Zi then dug a hole with a shovel, and the iron box was buried at the bottom. The brown and black soil with a hint of moisture filled the hole little by little, as if burying her heart as well.

On the way down the mountain.

Jian Xi felt a rare relief in her heart. Lei Zi was originally the shopkeeper, and she gave Lei Zi an extra 10% of the store's shares. From now on, Lei Zi would be the official owner of Fengyuhao.

No matter how Lei Zi manages it, she probably won't have the energy to run Fengyu within five years.

Because she saw a broader world, she was no longer a chess piece controlled by others, but had the opportunity to become the real chess player.

Jian Xi touched her belly and smiled slightly.

The secret medicine Zhang Cen'er gave me was indeed effective. After drinking it, I felt much more relaxed. I also asked the doctor to check my pulse, and he said that everything was fine.

The child is not a burden, but an inexhaustible motivation for her to make progress. Jian Xi deliberately did not think about Gao Yunhuai. She knew that it was not Gao Yunhuai's fault, but she was a stingy and selfish person.

Just like what she said to Shen Nanxing at the beginning, "I hope that everything you do will be considered for yourself first and then for me, so that I will be happy."

Gao Yunhuai is a good person. She is even sure that as long as Gao Yunhuai knows the truth, he will do something and rise up in resistance.

But she didn't dare to gamble, nor did she want to gamble.

She didn't want to gamble with her life.

"sorry."

Jian Xi sighed softly in her heart, she was selfish.

This way everyone can live a good life, he doesn't have to sacrifice anything, and she herself won't live in constant fear and guilt of dragging Gao Yunhuai down.

She really doesn't want to be a burden or a waste.