Chapter 390: Duke Ning arrives in Yun'an County, and the glass shop becomes popular
Xu Xuan was indeed furious.
Last time, because Han Ye’s identity as the fake prince was exposed, she fell ill and only recently showed some improvement.
This time, when she heard that Xiao Ying was suddenly promoted to the first-rank Lady Anguo, she fainted from anger.
Everyone in the yard was in a panic, and Han Zijing's three children were crying loudly.
It was not until the court doctor arrived that he was revived by acupuncture.
After Xu Xuan came to her senses, she smashed everything she saw. Her face turned ashen and her eyes were red.
"Why? Why did that woman?"
"First-rank Lady Anguo...hahahaha...First-rank Lady Anguo..."
Xu Xuan burst into tears while laughing, her voice became hoarse and her eyes showed despair.
Even her good mother-in-law was conferred the title of first-rank lady of the country because of the Marquis's military exploits.
Now Xiao Ying has been promoted to the first rank and has a title, which makes his status half a level higher than Ning Leshu's.
She, a fourth-rank lady, looked extremely ridiculous. She had to bow and greet Xiao Ying when she saw him.
"Where did she get so much money to resettle the refugees?"
"It must be that my good mother-in-law went to Yun'an County last time and gave her a lot of money, so that she could improve her status with this merit."
"Haha...what a calculation!"
Xu Xuan acted like a madman, lost in self-delusion, and hated Xiao Ying to the core.
Nanny Li felt very distressed and helped her lie back on the bed, but she didn't know how to comfort her.
He knew in his heart that the money Xiao Ying used to resettle the refugees might not have come from the old lady.
Even though the old lady was in charge of the treasury of the Marquis' Mansion, it was impossible for her to give out tens of thousands of taels of silver at once.
Besides, at that time, no one knew that Jingguo would invade, so how could Xiao Ying be asked to resettle the refugees and gain merit?
I heard that Xiao Ying opened many workshops and made a lot of money every day.
She probably earned that money herself.
If it weren't for their different positions, she actually admired and even respected Xiao Ying.
She is probably the only one in the world who is willing to spend so much money to help refugees.
It’s no wonder that the emperor promoted her above her level and directly promoted her to the first-rank Lady Anguo.
But she didn't dare say these words. The lady was already pitiful enough and she couldn't be provoked any further.
"Ziyang, Ziming, Mom is so sick because of that hateful woman. Are we just going to let it go like this?"
In the yard, Han Zijing wiped away her tears, gritted her teeth, and her eyes were full of hatred.
She stared at her two younger brothers with a look of resentment on her face.
Han Ziyang sighed softly and said, "Mom is getting too obsessed with this. If she continues like this, her condition will only get worse."
"Since Xiao Ying is grandpa and grandma's biological daughter, it's only natural to bring her back."
"It was Dad who robbed her of her life, allowing her to enjoy over thirty years of wealth and glory."
"How can you harbor resentment just because your identity was exposed? Or even resort to murder? This is not the way of a gentleman."
Han Zijing was furious when he heard this and slapped him hard.
Several finger marks suddenly appeared on one side of Han Ziyang's cheek, which was red and swollen, and his brows were slightly wrinkled.
Han Zijing shouted angrily: "What are you talking about? You actually support that hateful woman?"
"Dad is grandpa and grandma's biological son. That woman is just trying to climb up the social ladder!"
"Han Ziyang, are you going to watch our family being kicked out of the Marquis' Mansion? What are your intentions?"
Han Ziming on the side also complained unhappily: "Brother, what do you mean by this?"
"Are you going to admit that Dad is a fake prince? Do you think Mom is asking for trouble? You are so unfilial!"
"If you ask me, we should kill that Xiao Ying!"
"Who cares if she's Madam Anguo? As long as she's dead, our family won't have to worry anymore."
Han Ziyang looked at the two of them disappointedly, and finally smiled bitterly.
Knowing that he couldn't communicate with the two of them, he simply shook his head and turned away.
He knew that sooner or later there would be problems in this family, and if his mother and the others continued like this, there would probably be no way out in the end.
How could Xiao Ying, who was able to become Lady Anguo by her own ability, be so easy to deal with?
I just hope my family won’t regret it later.
…
at the same time.
On the other side, Duke Ningguo and Ning Leshu finally arrived in Yun'an County after a long journey of half a month!
Compared to when Ning Leshu left, Yun'an County seems to have undergone some new changes.
The city became more lively, and the smiles on people's faces became more numerous and more sincere.
"This city wall is well built, almost as good as the capital."
Duke Ningguo was a little surprised. He didn't expect that such a small county town would have such a high city wall.
Ning Leshu smiled proudly: "That's all because of the cement contributed by Yingying. This is all Yingying's credit."
Duke Ningguo also laughed, stroked his beard and nodded in agreement.
"Our Yingying is amazing."
As the two were chatting and laughing, a group of people came forward, led by Ning Yuanze and his wife.
It turned out that Duke Ningguo and his companions had sent someone to deliver a message before they set out.
Ning Yuanze calculated that they would arrive in the next two days, so he ordered the yamen runners to pay special attention.
When the yamen runners saw a large group of people coming from afar, they guessed that it must be the Duke of Ningguo, so they went to report immediately.
"Grandpa, aunt, you are finally here."
"You must have been exhausted from the journey. I've already prepared food and wine and a place to stay. Why don't you follow me to the county government office?"
Ning Yuanze was very happy to see his relatives.
Counting the time, it has been almost a year since I last saw my grandfather. I really miss him.
"Grandpa, aunt, you are here."
Lin Wan also greeted with a smile.
When the two saw the couple, they smiled warmly. Duke Ningguo grabbed Ning Yuanze's arm and looked him up and down, and finally showed a look of satisfaction.
"It seems that these days have not been wasted. You have some of the bearing of an official now."
Ning Leshu smiled and said, "Dad, don't underestimate Xiaoze. He is a county magistrate and is loved by the people."
"Excellent!" Duke Ningguo praised him immediately upon hearing this, and laughed heartily: "Hahahaha... this is what my Ning family is like."
"But there's no need to rush to the county government office. Take us around the city first so you can see how your administration is doing."
Ning Yuanze showed some worry: "Grandpa, aren't you tired?"
Duke Ningguo glanced at him with a slightly proud look on his face.
"You really didn't see anything?"
Ning Yuanze was suspicious. What should he see?
Ning Leshu covered his mouth and laughed, but Lin Wan suddenly realized.
"Grandpa seems younger!"
Duke Ningguo immediately gave her a look of approval: "My grandson's wife is indeed very perceptive."
"I took your cousin's longevity pill, and it really worked wonders!"
"I didn't feel tired during this journey. Instead, I felt full of energy."
Ning Yuanze suddenly realized that it was no wonder that his grandfather didn't look tired.
"It's great that Grandpa is in good health."
"Since grandpa wants to see it, then I will take him around the city."
He had an idea, as his cousin's new shop was opening today.
He passed by there just now when he came here. It was crowded and very lively.
If grandpa and my aunt saw what was in the shop, they would be shocked!
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