The Bandit Gentleman of the Red Chamber

The wind direction in Rongguo Mansion is a little bit wrong these days. Of course, this is just our Miss Lin's guess.Until today, Daiyu confirmed her guess when she saw Baoyu bringing a shy young man to pay her respects to Jia Mu.

When Daiyu and Sanchun arrived, they saw Mother Jia hugging a young man with a handsome face and being very affectionate, and even asked him to sit on their right side - that was Daiyu's seat.When Tanchun saw this, he couldn't help looking at Daiyu, but saw that she didn't realize it, saluted Jia Mu and Mrs. Wang and sat down.

Jia Mu laughed and said, "I've been lazy these days, but I haven't seen Yu'er for a while, and I seem to have lost weight." I'm afraid it's because the weather is getting hotter and the clothes are thinner than in winter, which makes the ancestors think I'm thin." Everyone was amused by her.

Sister Feng made fun of it and said, "Just say that the ancestor loves his granddaughter, not to mention losing weight, I'm afraid that if she loses hair on her body, the ancestor will also worry about it." Then she went to pull Daiyu's hand and said with a smile "It doesn't matter, anyway, our clumsy tongues won't please our ancestors. If we don't get close to Sister Lin, we can get her blessing." Daiyu seemed very shy, slightly He lowered his head and said nothing.

Jia Mu even laughed and said, "You monkey! His girl's skin is thin, and she can't stand your shabby settlement." She turned her head and said to Yuanyang, "Take my tent with green onions and double embroidered flowers, grass and insects and the one I just got this year. The ink-smoke frozen stone tripod was brought back to her, and the other ones were just dumped, and the Su-embroidered tent was green and refreshing, and it was most suitable for summer.”

Daiyu knew that it was just because of what happened a few days ago that Mother Jia was showing her kindness to her, she sneered in her heart, she got up and thanked her, and sat down politely without mentioning it.

Seeing that she was so knowledgeable and interesting, Jia's mother was satisfied, so she put down Daiyu's head, and said to Qin Zhong with a smile: "My good boy, you have come to our house for the past few days, but my wife is not good. It's the first time I've spoken. Just one sentence to tell you, if there is anything you want to eat or play, or if the maid is not well, just tell me."

Qin Zhong still looked shy and timid, and replied in a soft voice: "Everything is very good in your house, Uncle Bao is also very good to me, and the maid and mother-in-law are also dedicated, and nothing is short. It's just that I heard that my sister was ill, and I was anxious, thinking it would be better to go and have a look."

Hearing that he mentioned Qin Keqing, Madam Wang was about to speak as soon as her eyes lit up, but was glanced over by Mother Jia, so she had to swallow the words reluctantly.

Mother Jia had finished teaching her ignorant daughter-in-law, and just now put her arms around Qin Zhong and said with a smile: "Your sister has all the maids and women, so what can you do when you go? Besides, the imperial physician also talked about your sister's illness." It's for rest, even her mother-in-law doesn't dare to bother her. If you go, it will disturb her recuperation. You are weak yourself, and I'm thinking of scooping up two old ginseng to nourish you. , it’s really unnecessary to get sick in the past.”

In her words, Qin Keqing was dismissed, even Qin Zhong was surprised by the old man's cruelty, but the fact that the Ningrong and Rongfu gave up Qin Keqing was really satisfying, so Qin Zhong also He didn't continue this topic anymore, but thanked Mother Jia with a smile on his lips.

Jia's mother today was just to appease Lin Daiyu and Qin Zhong, but now that her goal has been achieved, she presumes that she is exhausted and let everyone go away.It's just that Mrs. Wang is left alone, "both mother-in-law and daughter-in-law can talk freely".Daiyu glanced in the direction where Qin Zhong and Jia Baoyu left, then walked towards Qingyuanyuan without looking back...

Mrs. Wang here was left behind by Jia Mu, and she felt uneasy. Suddenly, she heard Jia Mu indifferently ask: "Yesterday you went to see Rong's daughter-in-law. How is her illness?"

Mrs. Wang's heart trembled, and she carefully observed Jia Mu's face and replied: "Yesterday, Brother Feng and I went to see her. Look at her energetic head... she is not very good. Listen to the imperial doctor who is seeing her." Let’s just say, it’s just a day…”

Jia Mu leaned on the couch, looking very tired. After listening to her words, she pondered for a long time and said: "Her children's family is just suffering from a cold, how can it be so dangerous? Too The screwdrivers in the hospital are all timid and timid, you and Zhener's family can find some doctors with good medical skills for her outside, maybe it will get better."

This...is not in line with what Mother Jia told Qin Zhong just now... Mrs. Wang is not sure about the medicine sold in her mother-in-law's gourd...

Seeing that her daughter-in-law was still puzzled, Mother Jia cursed inwardly for being stupid, so she could only explain: "These days I have been in contact with several old ladies of the Duke's Mansion, and I have listened to their opinions. Day is quite displeased with King Lianjun, and has repeatedly issued orders... I think Qin Zhong is a good boy, and he took him into the house because he liked it in his heart. Rong's daughter-in-law is my great-grandson's daughter-in-law, so naturally he should value it more some."

So, she is trying to please both sides?Mrs. Wang didn't dare to speculate on her mother-in-law's thoughts, but repeatedly promised that Huixiang would invite a doctor with superb medical skills to make Qin Keqing "get better" soon...

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In mid-April, the Holy Majesty ordered the King of Dunjun to return to the capital, but all the eyes in the capital were staring, and there was no sign of the master.Prince Zhongheng took into account that he was originally a princeling, so he didn't say a word about it.But King Lian didn't have such scruples, and his officials were naturally crazy to impeach King Dunjun in the early court for disrespecting the edict, which was disrespectful.But today, apart from his face becoming more and more stinky, he did not punish Duke Dun.

When Ji Qing realized something was wrong, the guard of honor of Duke Dun finally appeared in the capital.However, behind the gorgeous and majestic guard of honor of the county king was followed by a few panting horses, anyone with eyes could tell that they had galloped thousands of miles. It seemed that the guard of honor of the king of the county was changed outside the city for the sake of etiquette.

King Lian is not the only one with sharp eyes and ears, and he got the news earlier than him today.Ji Wen was about to meet her father and wash off her "problem". Unexpectedly, she was still on the way, and the eunuch arrived, and the eunuch who delivered the decree was today's oral order-"Dun County King has been working hard for days, and I can't bear it. Allow him to go back to the mansion to recuperate for a day, and see you in the morning next day."

The ancient system, it is inevitable that the ministers will give and receive privately. After returning to the capital, the ministers must first meet with the majesty before returning to the mansion. Otherwise, they can only live in the post house. The only one who can return directly to the mansion after returning to Beijing in this dynasty is the abolished prince. One, that's because the East Palace is in the palace, so there is no need to worry about leaking the news.

Today, the Holy Majesty did not ask Dunjun Wang to pay his respects, and even asked people to go back to the mansion to rest first. Even the eunuch who passed the decree warmed up to the Duke Dun.But Ji Wen got off the sedan chair and respectfully accepted the order, but there was no complacency on his face, but worry instead.

King Lianjun has been gloomy since he knew the will of today. All the counselors looked at each other. Qin Zhong was also confused for a long time. Seeing that the atmosphere in the study room was really dull, Qin Zhong had no choice but to bite the bullet and said: "Maybe Your Majesty I just feel pity for Dunjun Wang, who is a father and son after all, so there is some sympathy, so why should the prince worry about it?"

Compassionate?Others don't know, how can Ji Qing not know, with so many brothers and sisters, his good father always only treats the seeds that come out of the two queens' stomachs as his children, and never takes them seriously. over.If he would be sympathetic to Lao Jiu, that would be a big joke!

Looking up at the wary Qin Zhong, Ji Qing took a sip of tea to cover up his gaffe: "Would you like to say whether the father is considerate of the king of Dunjun, just this 'problem of the wind and dust' is not right. Father's order in the middle of the month , it was sent urgently at eight hundred miles, and it should arrive at the end of the month at the latest. Even if Lao Jiu came here by water, he should arrive earlier than now. But he only arrived at this time, and he is still rushing What do you think of the appearance of rushing over?"

Qin Zhong was surprised: "Could it be that someone intercepted the imperial decree halfway?! Who has the guts to block the imperial decree? And who can have such a great ability?"

Ji Qing sneered: "If someone has the guts to block the imperial decree, I'm not afraid. With today's sages, I will be able to find out this bold madman. I'm afraid... No one intercepted the imperial edict at all, but he Ji Wen made such an appearance by himself, which attracted the Holy Majesty to suspect me!" Qin Zhong was frightened by what he said, not knowing what to do.

Sun Hechen, a counselor under the seat who is usually relied on by the king of Lianjun, also thought of this, and said with a smile: "My lord, you need to worry, even if the king of Dunjun has his good plan, we also have our own way to cross the wall. Ladders are not."

Ji Qing was overjoyed, and hurriedly asked: "Could it be that Mr. Sun has a way to resolve it?"

Sun Hechen lightly stroked his long beard, nodded and smiled and said, "I'm not talented, so I really have a clumsy plan to offer it. The King of Dunjun has not returned to Beijing for a long time, and there are many rumors and rumors from officials. It is disrespectful to say that he resisted the order and did not obey it." Regardless of whether there is indeed a hidden secret in it or not, judging from the present situation, I will not pursue this matter. If you are holding on to this point, it is really not beautiful."

Although Qin Zhong always had a gentle and gentle appearance, he was really impatient inside, and he couldn't listen to him talking nonsense, so he hurriedly interrupted him and said: "Mr. Sun just speak up if you have something to say. I can’t wait to see you, sir, I’m still just focusing on dragging the text!" It was Ji Qing who turned around and glared at him before he stopped.

Sun Hechen also vaguely knew Qin Zhong's identity, so he didn't think he was disobedient, but smiled apologetically at him, and then continued: "The thing that the prince is worried about is nothing more than the suspicion that the prince sent someone to intercept the imperial decree. I attacked the king of Dunjun and wanted to punish him for a big crime of disrespect. But the prince thought carefully, the king of Dunjun has not returned for a long time, and he did not obey the order. Although the prince made people impeach him, it was in accordance with the law. .And Zhongheng Qiansui has not said a word from the beginning to the end. Is it because he is concerned about the brotherhood? Or is he knowing the truth about the fact that the King of Dunjun has not returned, and he is just waiting to put the blame on the prince? It is unknown."

That's right, Ji Wen didn't return to Beijing for a long time, so he was suspected of resisting the edict and not obeying it, but Prince Zhongheng, who has always been known as "justice to destroy relatives" and denounced the abolished prince in full swing, didn't say a word about it. Is it just for the deposed prince?If not, why didn't he accuse him of "neglecting" the imperial decree's ninth brother?Could it be...Prince Zhongheng, you knew something in advance, and you didn't provoke it because you knew it would cause you a lot of trouble?

The more Ji Qing thought about it, the more he felt that this plan was feasible, and he said to Sun Hechen more and more amiably: "Sir, you are talented, and I will rely on you more in the future. I heard that your legs and feet are not good. Recently, someone dedicated a hot spring in the suburbs of Beijing to this king. Zhuangzi, it would be better if I gave it to my husband, it would be great to go to the bubble once in a while." Sun Hechen hurriedly said that he didn't dare, but when he went out, he still took the thin land deed that Chang Shi handed over.

Seeing that everyone had gone out, Ji Qing just taught Qin Zhong: "Mr. Sun is a useful talent. You should be more polite to others in the future. Don't always lose face over and over again. If you let him leave his heart, then Thank you for being a disservice to my cousin."

Qin Zhongxuan said: "It's just a poor scholar, he can't even earn a fame..." Seeing Ji Qing raising his hand to teach him, Fang hurriedly said, "I was wrong! I will respect Sun He in the future ... Mr. Sun!"

Ji Qing just tried to threaten him, how could he really hit him?The two discussed the affairs of the Rongguo Mansion again, and Ji Qing probably had an idea, so he let Qin Zhong go back, but still told him: "The affairs of the Rongguo Mansion are not in a hurry, but that woman will not die for a day, you Just don't agree to that old lady for a day, let's see who can afford it!"