Chapter 115 Father and Daughter Have a Heart-to-Heart Talk

Yu Qingci: "Look at what you're saying, Second Uncle. They're all flesh and blood. Do you only care about the adopted child? Qian-ge'er and Wei-ge'er can understand what adults say now. Second Uncle, you shouldn't let the children feel disheartened."

The second master wanted to argue a few more points, but Duke Li said with emotion, "When my child passed away, the whole family was devastated. It took three years before we were in the mood to consider adoption. This is only human nature, and I imagine your family is the same."

Duke Li's words left them speechless.

Yu Jingsheng: "My daughter is right. Adoption is a big deal and cannot be rushed. I think we should do as my daughter said and discuss it after the mourning period is over."

After finishing his summary, he asked his second uncle, "Does the clan leader have anything else to say?"

The second uncle immediately replied respectfully, "That's how it should be, we have absolutely no objection, we'll do whatever you say, Lord."

After saying that, he swept his stern gaze over the second branch and the four groups of people, determined not to allow them to utter another word.

Finally, the matter was settled. The second and fourth wives did not gain any advantage today, and the third aunt did not get any benefit at all. Although she was unwilling, no one dared to say anything more in front of the important people. They all sat there as if they had lost their parents.

After resolving the major issue of dividing the family property, Yu Jingsheng and his daughter were finally able to sit down and talk. Madam Ning hurriedly asked the steward to take the two of them to the side room next door to talk.

A brazier had already been lit in the side room, which was furnished comfortably and warmly, and most importantly, it was quiet and undisturbed.

Finally, only the father and daughter remained. Looking at his daughter, Yu Jingsheng was filled with mixed emotions.

This child was his and Su Wanniang's first child. They had spoiled her since she was a child. They originally planned to bring her back to the capital to recognize her ancestors and become the daughter of the Earl's family. They would then use the Earl's family's status to arrange a good marriage for her and ensure her a life of wealth and peace. However, things turned out this way. Therefore, he felt very guilty when facing his daughter again.

Looking at his daughter's bright and delicate face, Yu Jingsheng sighed, "I'm sorry for this marriage, but don't worry. If you ever have any problems at your husband's family home, just call the servants to tell me, and I will definitely take care of it for you."

Yu Qingci wanted his guilt, so upon hearing her father's words, she obediently replied:

"This is what I promised myself, Father. Please don't blame yourself. I'm incredibly grateful that you came to support me today, but..."

Yu Qingci hesitated, as if she wanted to say something but then stopped.

Yu Jingsheng hurriedly asked, "But what?"

Yu Qingci: "I just miss my mother and brother very much. Given my current status, it's inconvenient for me to go out. I hope my father can spend more time with them when he has time. Then I can rest assured."

Yu Jingsheng: "You silly girl, I will take good care of your mother and Qingbai. Do you need to tell me that? You just need to take care of yourself."

Yu Qingci: "A few days ago, my daughter missed her younger brother, so she sent Granny Pei to my mother's place to wait for him. However, she did not see him for several days, but instead heard some bad news."

Yu Qingci recounted to her father, Yu Jingsheng, everything that Pei Mama had inquired about regarding Qingbai. The more she spoke, the more her brows furrowed.

Based on his experience, he immediately sensed that something was amiss. The cousins ​​were close, and he was happy for his son to get along well with them, but it was strange that they kept going to such inappropriate places.

After listening, Yu Jingsheng said seriously, "I understand. I will send someone to inquire about this matter. Qingbai is still young and it is not easy for him to learn from Mr. Li Daru. He must not make any mistakes in his words and deeds. Don't worry."

Seeing that her father was concerned about her younger brother, Yu Qingci was naturally happy to relax, and said in her usual charmingly naive tone:

"I didn't tell my mother a single word about this, so that she wouldn't blame my father for not taking care of my younger brother."

Yu Jingsheng was moved and said, "She truly is my good daughter."

Meanwhile, Duke Li and the others chatted with Old Madam Ning for a while. When they saw Yu Jingsheng and his daughter return, the officials politely declined Old Madam Ning's hospitality and said a few words of farewell before leaving together.

Second Uncle and several other clan elders accompanied Old Madam Ning to see off the adults. They gave Second Master, Fourth Master, and the others a few more stern warnings, mainly reminding them to move out as soon as possible and not to cause any more trouble. They only left after seeing that the adults agreed.

After seeing off all the guests, Yu Qingci addressed the crowd:

"Everyone is tired today, let's call it a day. Uncles and aunts, please let me know when you're moving and I'll ask Butler Lu to send more people to help."

After pretending to be subservient for so long, the second master and the fourth master finally straightened their posture, and now they were all staring at the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law with hostile eyes.

Wei said sarcastically, "Oh, so your niece-in-law has found a powerful backer and doesn't even respect her uncle and aunt anymore. She's trying to kick us out. Don't forget, the adopted son will have to be chosen from our two branches in the future."

Yu Qingci smiled and said, "That's hard to say. If the teaching of my nephews is not satisfactory, we would not mind asking Second Uncle to make the decision in three years to select a few juniors from the clan who are more qualified and capable of succeeding the position of Grand General, and bring them to the manor for proper teaching."

Everyone's faces darkened with anger: "Niece-in-law, don't go too far."

Yu Qingci shrugged: "Instead of making random accusations here, Uncle and Aunt should go back and teach the children wholeheartedly."

Everyone: ...

The next day, the Nanping Earl's mansion sent several large boxes, claiming that the Nanping Earl had sent them specially because he felt sorry for his daughter.

Yu Qingci accepted everything without hesitation, ordering people to carry it to her courtyard. When she opened it, she found it full of jewelry and two boxes each of the most fashionable fabrics and brocades of the year, all in colors that were hard to miss, showing that they had been carefully selected.

The remaining boxes contained valuable medicinal herbs and tonics such as ginseng, bird's nest, and cordyceps.

Yu Qingci didn't hold back and readily selected some of the tonics to send to Old Madam Ning, instructing Granny Wang to give the old lady some tonics every few days and not to keep them away.

They also selected some jewelry and brocade fabrics suitable for unmarried girls for Lu Yun Chu and had them sent over.

In addition, citing the hardships endured during the mourning period, the general gave each servant an extra month's allowance. This act was praised by everyone in the general's mansion. The young mistress was virtuous, filial, caring for her sister-in-law, and considerate of the servants, making her a rare and virtuous mistress.

Of course, there were no servants in those two households.

Madam Ning and Lu Yun Chu were even more grateful to this daughter-in-law and sister-in-law.

The news of the gifts being sent quickly reached the second and fourth branches of the family. The two sisters-in-law, Madam Wei and Madam Ma, acted remarkably in unison, both sending people to Guanlan Pavilion to demand the gifts from Yu Qingci.

Since everyone lives in the same mansion, the niece-in-law cannot show favoritism. She should not only have the old lady as an elder in her heart, but also remember that her uncles and aunts also need to nourish their bodies.