The butler replied.
"Master, Concubine Qin is lying in the room, she said she is trying to take care of the pregnancy."
Qiu Zexing calmly took out the divorce letter from his arms and said, "Give it to her. If she wants to live, she must get out immediately. She can only take her clothes with her."
"Master, why is this?"
Qiu Zexing calmly explained: "Two years ago, I fell ill and injured my body, and the doctor said that I would not have any more children.
If she asks you why, tell her the truth."
An hour later, the butler came back.
"Mrs. Qin made a scene for a while and then left."
The housekeeper left, and Qiu Zexing sat on the chair in the study, staring at the ceiling in a daze.
Compared to the lively atmosphere of the Jiang and Qiu families, after Zhang Wenxian returned home, Mrs. Zhang just snorted and left him with her back.
The women in the homes of several other ministers all had the same idea.
Isn’t it just about exposing family shame?
Who wouldn’t?!
In the court, the emperor didn't allow it to be said. If men's methods didn't work, then women's methods would be used.
As a result, within half a day, the shameful side of each minister's family was exposed to the public.
In the streets and alleys of the capital, people were discussing gossip about the ministers' families.
No one dared to comment except the royal family and those respected by the people, but some ministers were criticized by the people.
In the afternoon, Nangong Jiu took little Wang and Xiaoxing out of the palace for a walk. After returning to Kunning Palace, he smiled like a cat that had stolen some fish.
Empress Chen and Nangong Yunxue glanced at each other, then looked at Nangong Jiu excitedly.
"Jiu'er, you're laughing like this, is there something interesting happening outside?"
"Grandmother, the people are all discussing the scandals of the ministers' families. It seems someone is deliberately spreading the news."
Empress Chen knew what was going on as soon as she heard it.
"That's a good idea. Since everyone is talking about it anyway, it doesn't really matter anymore. We'll see. In two days at most, this matter will be settled."
After thinking about it, Nangong Yunxue understood what Queen Chen meant.
"What the Queen said is true. Every family has its own problems. Every family has things that cannot be discussed.
By interfering in this way, those women put themselves in a desperate situation and then gave birth."
Nangong Jiu scratched his head, not quite understanding what he meant.
[Besides the scandals of the ministers' families, there are two more pieces of news.]
[One is that Hong Tianfu's family was expelled from the Hong family and removed from the family tree; the other is that Qiu Zexing suffered a serious illness two years ago and was injured, and he could no longer have children.]
Empress Chen stared at Nangong Jiu in confusion.
"It's understandable that Hong Tianfu was kicked out of the family by the main wife, but why did that old man Qiu Zexing do all this? Did he recognize those children and grandchildren?"
Nangong Jiu's face was unusually serious: "We secretly went to the Qiu residence. The child born by Mrs. Qiu belongs to the Qiu family."
Madam Qiu is so pitiful. Even her marriage was plotted by the Qiu family's elders. She will bear the stigma of infidelity and uncleanness for the rest of her life.
Empress Chen looked at Nangong Jiu in shock: "Are you saying that Madam Qiu's children and grandchildren are the deceased Old Master Qiu's?"
Nangong Jiu nodded.
Nangong Yunxue let out a light breath: "This world is the most unfair to women! Many times, women are clearly the victims, but they have to bear all the blame."
The next morning court session.
Emperor Dongling carried Nangong Jiu to court again.
Similarly, Nangong Jiu was holding a small bag filled with snacks and seemed to be concentrating on eating.
In the court, no one dared to make any noise except when discussing state affairs.
After Emperor Dongling finished dealing with government affairs, he changed the subject and talked about the officials' conduct, throwing out bait.
"Since the beginning of winter, most parts of the north have experienced severe cold, and people's lives have been extremely difficult.
They are all citizens of our Dongling Nation, and we must find a way to help them overcome their difficulties."
Sudden.
A childish voice rang in the ears of all the ministers in the court.
"Donate all the money you have illegally obtained. This will not only save you from punishment, but also earn you a good reputation.
This is the chance I'm giving you to show off. Don't be too optimistic. I know your background very well."
Nangong Jiuwo entered the arms of Emperor Dongling.
"Grandfather, I've asked them to donate voluntarily, to return the money they embezzled. It's your turn, come on!"
Emperor Dongling coughed lightly.
"Is there anyone willing to donate for the people? If so, please state the amount first."
Emperor Dongling's words caused a storm of shock in the hearts of the ministers.
Minister 1: It’s over. Am I being targeted by the gods and the emperor?
Not really?
I only took two thousand taels of silver, but they took tens of thousands of taels, or even more.
Minister 2: The gods around Princess Dingguo are omnipotent. It seems that what I did a few years ago has been exposed. What should I do now?
Minister Three: I haven't done anything wrong to the people. I just accepted some money as a gift from the people. This shouldn't be called greed, right?
Minister Four: ...
The court was completely silent.
However, Nangong Jiu's ears were extremely noisy, filled with the voices in the ministers' hearts.
Emperor Dongling looked at everyone quietly without saying a word.
Finally, a minister could not bear the pressure and stood up.
"Your Majesty, I am willing to donate eight thousand taels to help the people of the north overcome their difficulties."
With someone taking the lead, the ministers raised their hands one after another.
"I am willing to donate five thousand taels to help the people of the north overcome their difficulties."
"I am willing to donate 10,000 taels..."
Eunuch Wei registered them one by one. After Emperor Dongling took a quick look at the person who spoke, he had an idea in his mind.
He nodded and praised the ministers.
"Yes, you have done a good deed for the people, and I and the people will remember your kindness.
From your good deeds, we can see that doing good deeds is not difficult. Good or bad is also in your mind. I hope that you will do more for the people and help the court in the future. "
"I will remember this!"
After the court was dismissed, Emperor Dongling carried Nangong Jiu back to the imperial study.
"Jiu'er, your trick is great. Let them voluntarily give up the money!
Alas, nothing is absolute in the court.
"When water is too clear, there are no fish. It is impossible to completely prevent the ministers from being greedy, and it is impossible for the emperor to arrest them all."
Nangong Jiu nodded: [I know, that's why I asked them to donate voluntarily.]
Emperor Dongling asked Eunuch Wei to bring the booklet: "The total amount donated by the ministers today is not small, adding up to more than 200,000 taels.
This is all due to your efforts, and the Emperor will reward you..."
Nangong Jiu waved his hands hurriedly: [No need, this money should be kept by the emperor for emergency use.
By the way, is the north really experiencing abnormal weather? 】
"No! That was just the beginning of what Grandfather Emperor said.
It's normal for the weather to be cold in the north at this time of year. It's like this every year. Not to mention the north, even here in Beijing, it's getting colder and colder."
"That's right! We're prepared for any eventuality. We have money in the treasury, so we won't panic if something does happen."
"Jiu'er is right."
"Grandfather, I have a personal question for you. Would you prefer to live in the General's Mansion or the Prince's Mansion?"
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