Old Mrs. Xiao was stunned.
"Then why is the second child so sad all the time? He also has a very bad temper and gets angry easily."
That's why they have been worried recently.
Shi Qingluo gave her a soothing look, "He is gloomy and irritable, that is definitely not because of the title and returning to Nanxi County."
Old Madam Xiao asked in confusion: "Why is that? I thought he was unhappy because he was going back to Nanxi County."
They don't want to go back to Nanxi County either.
She already knew that Kong was going to the capital to marry King Yi. Although she cursed her a lot in private and felt that Kong was unfaithful to her husband, she could not stop her and was extremely envious and jealous.
They also knew that Xiao Hanzheng and his sister would rise to prominence with the Kong family.
The second brother had told them before that he didn't want them to go to Nanxi County to suffer, so he wanted them to stay in Beicheng and rely on Xiao Hanzheng for life.
What's the point of returning to Nanxi County? Of course, it would be more interesting to hang out with the prefect and the princess.
Maybe Dalang and his friends could get some kind of position by following Xiao Hanzheng. Didn't you see that Xi Rui, a playboy, became the dean?
So they thought they would just stay in North City.
As soon as Shi Qingluo saw the expressions of the old lady and the other two, he guessed what they were thinking.
She smiled and said, "Of course not."
"I think Baron Xiao is suffering right now. His legs are broken, and he was poisoned by Ge Chunru so he can no longer have children. Now his only daughter won't be able to inherit the title in the future. He must be worried!"
She was talking about Tao Liusheng's daughter. After all, Bai Li and her jerk father had severed their relationship long ago, so she was not considered each other's daughter.
Xi Rong was the only special woman in Daliang who inherited the title. It was natural that Xiao Yuanshi's daughter could not have such an honor.
The old lady thought it made sense, "That's right, the second son must be feeling very sad."
Anyone would feel bad after being harmed like this by that bitch Ge Chunru.
The key point is that without a son, the title will be wasted.
The old lady said with a pained look on her face: "Won't the title end with his generation?"
Shi Qingluo nodded, "If he has no offspring in the future, then this generation will definitely be the end."
Then he changed the subject, "But if he adopts a son and puts him on the family tree and is recognized by the family, the title can still be passed on to this adopted son."
"But I don't know whether Baron Xiao will be adopted in the future."
"If you don't inherit the throne, then the title will be wasted in vain."
The speaker has his intention, and the listener also has his intention.
The old lady rolled her eyes and asked, "Is this also okay for an adopted child?"
Shi Qingluo nodded, "Of course, if he is adopted into the family tree, he will be Baron Xiao's son and the legal heir to the title."
"This is a title of nobility, much more prestigious than being a county magistrate or something."
"Although I am returning to Nanxi County, not only the county magistrate must show respect to me, but even the prefect must show some courtesy to me."
Then he went on to talk about how good the title of nobility was, and how it was better than being a minor official without taking the imperial examination.
Both Wang and Wu couldn't help but feel excited.
It really makes sense. Their sons couldn't even pass the imperial examination to become a Jinshi or a Xiucai.
So it's okay to be an eighth-rank county magistrate, but it's difficult to be a seventh-rank county magistrate, let alone go any higher.
If he inherits the title in the future, wouldn’t it be more prestigious than being a county magistrate? His status would be high enough and the status of his entire family would be elevated as well.
Both of them had an idea. Since Xiao Yuanshi couldn't give birth to a son anyway, it would be great to adopt their son. A nephew is no better than a wild kid outside.
The old lady also thought this was a good idea, as her eldest son had the ability but was unable to use it.
But if he inherits the title, his social status will rise in the future. Anyway, the second son can't give birth to a son, so it would be great to adopt a nephew.
The old lady was very tempted, but still a little hesitant, "But we have to go back to Nanxi County. Isn't this a bit embarrassing? Why can't we stay in the capital?"
"Not to mention Nanxi County, even in the entire Nanguang City, no family has been conferred a title."
"Everyone knew that you sold your house and land to come to Beijing to seek refuge with General Xiao, but they don't know whether you are living well now."
"I heard that some people are gossiping that your life will be hard and you will regret selling your house and land."
"When you get the title this time, those people will be absolutely shocked, and they will all envy you for giving birth to a good son."
"There are many people of high status in North City, and you won't be noticeable when you go out."
"Besides, I don't know many people, so they won't actively praise me or envy me."
"But if you return to your own territory in Nanxi County, this is a title, which sounds impressive. Won't everyone praise you wherever you go?"
"Of course, this kind of happy event should be shared with the tribesmen, relatives and friends."
"Besides, such a proud thing is an honor, and it will never be embarrassing."
She seized upon the vanity of the Xiao family and others who loved to show off, and guided them accordingly.
Sure enough, Mrs. Xiao's breathing became heavier when she heard this.
When their family left the village, there were indeed people waiting to laugh at them.
If she were to go back with the title, those old ladies who used to be at odds with her would be so envious that they would die.
She is the mother of the baron and the old lady of the Xiao family, but her status is different from those ignorant village women.
They really didn't know many people in North City, so when they saw the wealthy and powerful people, they had to flatter and give way to them.
The main reason is that they know in their hearts that even if they rely on Xiao Hanzheng, that cruel and cold-hearted grandson may not necessarily pay attention to them and give them benefits.
But it was different when they returned to Nanxi County. They returned home in glory and were so proud.
Besides, the old lady is old. Nanxi County is her hometown. Her family and relatives and friends are all there, and she still misses them.
Some time ago, the old man was still talking about wanting to go back and take a look, after all, that is their roots.
Shi Qingluo saw that the old lady had softened, and immediately said, "If you don't want to go back, let Dalang and the others find a job in Beicheng, and they can support you."
"It's just that Baron Xiao has returned to Nanxi County. If he adopts a son, it will be difficult for you, old lady, to have a grandson. It will be too difficult to see him from such a long distance."
"Besides, by then, all the wealth in the Baron's Mansion will belong to your grandson."
The old lady was furious when she heard this, "We came out to look for the second son in the first place, so of course we have to follow him wherever he goes."
Yes, if she didn't follow him to Nanxi County, that beastly second son would adopt a son of his own, and then her eldest son would not be able to inherit the title.
That won't work.
Wang and Wu were also anxious, "Yes, we have been out for so long, it's time to go back and take a look."
It's not just a matter of Chengjue. If the evil-hearted second brother goes back, he will definitely take all the family wealth with him and won't leave it to them.
They are used to a good life now, so how can they endure hardship?
No, I must follow them to Nanxi County. I can’t let those bastards outside take advantage of me.
The old lady couldn't sit still for a moment, "Qingluo, we have something else to do, so we'll go back first. Let's talk another day."
She had to go back quickly to talk to the old man and must go back with the second son.
The second bastard had previously instigated them to stay and follow Xiao Hanzheng, and they almost fell for it.
It turned out that he wanted to take his wealth back to Nanxi County to adopt a bastard to inherit the title.
Now that I think about it carefully, a grandson who is no longer related to me is not as reliable as a biological son.
The second brother was a beast and deserved to be killed. Fortunately, she was enlightened by Shi Qingluo when she met him today.
So much wealth and title can only belong to the Xiao family.
I'm so stuck in writing, I didn't expect to finish it now, I will try to finish it and post it early tomorrow~~ Thank you for your rewards and votes~ (End of this chapter)
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