Chapter 272 Talented Individuals Emerge in Every Generation
"You little rascal, I just can't argue with you."
Ye Wan touched Er Ya's hair.
That arrogant, slanted-eyed little blonde girl has grown up.
After getting to know her better, I found that this girl is tough on the outside but soft on the inside, and exceptionally kind.
"Mother, I don't need you to say anything to me. I love you so much, Mother." Er Ya looked at Ye Wan.
Ye Wan smiled and said, "Don't you like your father?"
"I also like my father, but my mother is different from my father."
For a girl, having a mother is very, very important.
"You, with so much silver, you didn't even know how to hide a little bit. People say you're the most cunning, but you're actually not cunning at all."
"I'll keep them all for you; you can use them as your dowry later, okay?"
When Ye Wan said this, she was actually being somewhat insincere.
Such a young child is already being considered for marriage, but in this era, a woman who doesn't marry might face a lot of gossip and slander.
She alone cannot contend with the entire society and the times.
Er Ya laughed heartily, not shy at all, "I'm definitely going to marry into a high-ranking and wealthy family, someone extremely rich. Then I'll have more money than I can spend, which I can give to my mother. She can do whatever she wants."
"Then I'll be waiting to enjoy the good fortune that the three of you have!"
The mother and daughter were talking when Huigu arrived; a guest had come from the front.
"General Wei's wife?"
Ye Wan was somewhat surprised to hear who had come.
Huigu suddenly spoke up, “The Wei family’s sons have died on the battlefield for generations, and in this generation, only the single heir remains. After General Wei surrendered, the emperor went to the Jiangnan Palace overnight. Now, people outside say that General Wei has lost all face and should commit suicide to atone for his sins.”
"Such a family of loyal servants, truly admirable," Ye Wan sighed. "Aunt, come with me to greet them."
"Madam is insightful."
The two went to the main gate of the courtyard, where Ye Wan saw a tall, white-haired old woman, followed by an old nanny.
"This humble woman greets the old lady," Ye Wan stepped forward and bowed.
Madam Wei was taken aback.
She came prepared today, knowing the other party might be ready to act superior.
After all, the Wei family is not as powerful as it used to be.
Unexpectedly, this Madam Lin, who was at the height of her fame, actually bowed to her.
"Madam Lin, please get up quickly, you're making me feel terrible."
Ye Wan raised her head, and only then could Old Madam Wei see her face clearly. She couldn't help but gasp.
"What a beautiful woman, as pure as crystal. At first glance, I thought I was seeing a fairy in a painting."
Ye Wan smiled and said, "Madam, you flatter me. You are so dignified and imposing; I feel a sense of joy whenever I see you."
The image of Madam Wei perfectly matched all her fantasies about the matriarch of a military family.
"Madam Wei, please."
Suddenly, Madam Wei noticed Hui Gu behind Ye Wan and tentatively called out to her.
"Hui Gu?"
Huigu smiled slightly, "I am flattered that the old lady still recognizes this old servant."
Madam Wei was surprised. She had only thought the person resembled Huigu, but she never expected it to actually be her.
Of the old servants who served Prince Jing back then, only two remained when he was enfeoffed as a prince: Hui Gu and Qin Gu. These two were said to have raised Prince Jing as his half-mothers. Unexpectedly, Hui Gu actually appeared at Lin Anyuan's residence.
What a blessing this is!
In that instant, Old Madam Wei raised the Lin family's standing in her heart by a few more points.
This is hardly the treatment of a favored minister; even the princes don't receive such treatment.
"Let the three young ladies come and greet the guests."
Upon arriving at the main hall, Ye Wan sent word to the three maids, saying that this was a respectable guest and they should also meet him.
Huigu personally served tea to Madam Wei.
The three maids arrived quickly and bowed to Madam Wei.
“These three girls are all exceptional in their own way. Madam Lin really knows how to raise children.” Old Madam Wei’s eyes lit up, and she took the gift from her hand and head.
She brought extra jewelry with her today, as is common practice for women from prominent families when they go out to meet guests, just in case.
"Thank you, Madam Wei. May you rest in peace, Madam Wei."
The three maids were very polite, and Old Madam Wei looked at them with a smile.
I heard that these daughters and Ye Wan all came from the countryside, but they are all raised in a way that is not rustic at all.
A child who is dignified and composed, yet not rigid and inflexible, but also flexible and natural, is the best.
"Please have some tea, Madam," Ye Wan said politely.
Old Madam Wei didn't drink. Looking at the Lin family mansion, she sighed.
“Madam Lin, I have no other intention in coming today than to visit the Lin family. I did not send a formal invitation in advance, which may be considered presumptuous and impolite to you.”
“My old man has spent his whole life in the military and has never admired anyone. Your General Lin is the first. You two are now very famous.”
“He is now idle at home and has been infamous. He seems to have lost his spirit and is like a walking corpse. I’m here to see who he admires.”
"What did the old lady think after reading it?" Ye Wan understood the old lady's mindset.
Old Madam Wei laughed heartily, "He has no reason to complain about losing."
Putting aside Lin Anyuan, just looking at Ye Wan alone, she is definitely not an ordinary person.
Ye Wan looked at Madam Wei and said, "Talented people emerge in every generation, each leading the way for hundreds of years. In General Wei's era, he was the most dazzling star."
"Talented people emerge in every generation, each leading the way for hundreds of years."
Madam Wei repeated it again, her eyes slightly moist.
His old General Wei, his era has passed.
Now that a new dynasty is about to be established, new talents have emerged.
"Does Madam Wei also think that his surrender was wrong?" Ye Wan looked at her.
Madam Wei laughed loudly, "Hahaha, good, I think it's great. To put it mildly, what's wrong with him? He has served the country with his whole life, and I have spent my whole life worrying about him. Now he can finally be by my side."
"To put it more broadly, he wasn't wrong. The fighting was fierce, but it was the civilians and soldiers who suffered. He bore the blame all by himself. So many civilians didn't have to suffer, and so many soldiers didn't have to lose their lives. It was all worth it."
“I would rather he be alive now than have us women be bullied after he dies.”
"When a person dies, it's like a lamp going out; only the living have infinite possibilities." Ye Wan placed the teacup in front of Madam Wei. "Madam, please have some tea."
She wishes there were more people like that, just a little more.
This should also be Lin Anyuan's wish.
"What kind of tea is this? It leaves a wonderful fragrance in your mouth!" Old Madam Wei was amazed after taking a sip.
"It's just wild tea that I transplanted from the mountain and grew in my backyard. I picked a lot more than I expected and brought it back with me."
"Good tea."
"The old lady likes it, so I'll take two packs with her when she leaves."
Madam Wei looked at Ye Wan, her eyes crinkling with laughter, "I won't stand on ceremony with you. I'm old enough to be shameless; if I think it tastes good, I'll take it."
After drinking the tea, Madam Wei took her leave.
Ye Wan personally saw the person out. As they exited and Madam Wei boarded her carriage, Ye Wan suddenly spoke up, "Madam, take care. We'll meet again in the capital next time."
Madam Wei laughed heartily.
"good."
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