“Yunfu, just leave this matter to your father! Haha…” Prime Minister Fan patted his son’s strong shoulders, his eyes revealing full of confidence and pride.
Then he waved his hand, signaling his subordinates to immediately investigate the case of cheating in the imperial examination.
Outside the window, the drizzle is as fine as silk and lingers endlessly, as if silently telling the story of this silent contest.
In the Zhang family, because of Zhang Mingyi's incident, the entire family was shrouded in a shadow of melancholy, and the air was filled with heaviness and depression.
Inside the room, the light was dim, and everyone's face was filled with worry and uneasiness.
Seeing Xiao Youniang frowning, Ling Wen felt distressed and said softly, "Youniang, I bought a manor for you in the suburbs of Beijing. It has a quiet environment. Since it is not suitable to go out now, why don't we stay there for a few days to change our mood?"
"What a great idea! I just want to go for an outing and go fishing to change my mood."
A smile of expectation finally appeared on Xiao Youniang's face.
Zhang Laoer also responded positively, "Why don't we go together as a family? If the problem is not solved, I will always be uneasy at home."
Just like that, everyone unanimously agreed, and regardless of the drizzle outside, they hurriedly packed their bags, boarded the carriage that had been prepared long ago, and headed towards the outskirts of Beijing.
……
When the group arrived at the manor, what came into view was Zhang Mingyi and Tan Yulin playing chess in the pavilion. The game was like a battlefield, with a fierce battle of wits. Su Shili, on the other side, kept his book in his hand, immersed in the ocean of knowledge.
Their leisurely and contented attitude was like a warm spring breeze, instantly blowing away the haze in everyone's hearts.
"Grandpa, Mom, Dad, Second Sister, and Brother Ling Wen, you are all here too!"
Zhang Ming greeted with a smile. His smile was as pure as the rising sun, dispelling the dark clouds in everyone's hearts.
Seeing her brother so calm, Xiao Youniang's mood also cheered up, and she decided to find a good place to fish herself to completely relax.
Ling Wen smiled gently, "Do you still need to look for it? Just follow me."
Old man Zhang has a special liking for pastoral life. He strolls to the backyard alone with an umbrella. In front of him is a wheat field with rippling green waves. The fresh air makes him feel suddenly cheerful.
At the same time, Zhang Laoer and his wife were taking a leisurely walk in the manor, enjoying this rare peace and tranquility.
Ling Wen led Xiao Youniang to the fish pond. Fishing in the rain was a unique experience.
The raindrops tap the water surface, creating ripples that are as beautiful as a painting.
The little girl stared at the float intently, while Ling Wen smiled dotingly and held an umbrella for her to protect her from the rain. The two figures formed a warm picture in the rain.
……
As the rain gradually subsided, the sun penetrated the clouds and the warm light shone on everyone's face. The long-lost relaxation and laughter returned to them.
The effort finally paid off. When the fishing rod in Xiao Youniang's hand vibrated violently, she shouted excitedly, "It's hooked!"
Ling Wen hurried forward to help, and a lively fish was put into the fish bucket.
This whole day of fishing not only yielded a lot of rewards, but also brought the two people closer together. Their emotions were like a fishing line, getting tighter and tighter.
When the sun sets, although they are physically tired, they are in an especially happy mood and have gained a lot.
Xiao Youniang suddenly had an idea and suggested using local ingredients for dinner, making a delicious spicy boiled fish. Grandpa Zhang laughed, with a childlike light in his eyes, "Good idea, but don't forget to save a fish for grandpa to make pickled fish."
Zhang Laoer suggested, "Why don't we just have a fish feast? Look at Ling Wen's bucket of fish, it's quite filling!"
There was joy in his words, trying to please everyone.
The young lady proudly shook the fishing rod in her hand, "These are all my spoils of war. He is just responsible for the finishing work!"
There was a hint of playfulness in her words, yet she still retained her girlish innocence.
In the yard, laughter could be heard one after another, and the family's happy atmosphere infected everyone.
“It’s so quiet and beautiful here.”
Grandpa Zhang sighed, his eyes full of longing for this peaceful life.
"Grandpa, do you miss Taohua Village?"
Zhang Mingyi asked with concern.
"Well, grandpa is homesick."
Grandpa Zhang’s answer was simple and affectionate.
Zhang Mingyi held Grandpa Zhang's hand tightly and promised, "After I finish the imperial examination, we will go back together."
At dinner time, Xia Yue and the servants served the steaming meals, and the family sat together, enjoying this warm and peaceful moment.
After dinner, everyone strolled in the manor. The moonlight was like water and the stars dotted the night sky, which was breathtakingly beautiful.
"In comparison, the nights here have a different flavor."
Xiao Youniang has a special liking for this peaceful countryside style.
Ling Wen whispered softly, his tone full of tenderness and doting, "If you like, we can live here permanently."
Xiao Youniang quickly shook her head with a hint of shyness on her face, "How can I do this? After all, this is your place."
Even though the two of them have a close relationship, she still maintains a perfect distance.
Ling Wen smiled without saying anything, his eyes deep and gentle, "As long as you are willing, this is our home."
These words made little You Niang's cheeks slightly blush, and her heart felt as sweet as honey, but she couldn't help but secretly think that her parents and grandfather were still by her side!
Zhang Laoer and Xu Liyun exchanged a knowing look, the smile in their eyes was full of satisfaction with their daughter's growth. Children have their own blessings, as long as they are happy, it is the best.
……
A few days later, the turmoil regarding the imperial examination finally had some clues.
Prime Minister Fan had mixed feelings. He had originally planned to let Master Qi taste the bitter fruit himself, but who would have thought that Song Xing was actually Mo Daiying's cousin.
This unexpected change made him worried. Would the Prime Minister's Mansion be implicated in this matter? This sudden change was like a flash of lightning that broke through the quiet night sky, catching people off guard.
"Yunfu, did you know that Song Xing was involved in the imperial examination turmoil? This is not the most important thing. The most worrying thing is that he and Mo Daiying are cousins. Do you think we should tell Brother Ming about this quietly?"
Fan Yunfu frowned quietly, his face full of deep thought, as if a huge weight was pressing on his heart.
"Father, this matter is of great importance and involves a wide range of people. We must not let Fourth Brother know about it easily. If it is not handled properly, I am afraid that even the Prime Minister's Mansion will be unable to stay out of it. As for Mo Daiying, Fourth Brother's friendship with her does not seem to be very deep. When it comes to a critical moment, after weighing the pros and cons, we should prioritize the preservation of the Prime Minister's Mansion."
In his memory, the poison that Mo Daiying gave him that night was still vivid.
In recent days, Mo Daiying has been confined to the courtyard by her fourth brother, but no trouble has been caused.
During this period of time, he devoted himself to the investigation of cheating in the imperial examination and had to put the poisoning incident aside for the time being.
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