Chapter 238: Show Up (Part 1)

Eleventh Lady had already eaten and changed her clothes and waited for Xu Lingyi to come so that she could pay her respects to the lady dowager.

Seeing Xu Lingyi coming back, he invited him to sit on the kang in the inner room, brought him a cup of tea, and sent the waiter away, whispering, "Did my elder brother tell you everything?"

"Yes." Xu Lingyi took a sip of tea. "Zhenxing is worried that things will get out of hand, so he wants Shi Niang to live in the manor that came with her as a dowry. I think it's not that there is no solution, but we can't rush it." Shiyi Niang had just heard about the arrangement for Shi Niang to live in the manor that came with her as a dowry, and she heard the hidden meaning in Xu Lingyi's words, so she asked, "Does the Marquis have an idea?"

Xu Lingyi nodded, but said, "I heard from Zhenxing that Duke Mao was hit hard and was in a daze. He had to repeat each sentence several times. He could not answer one of the five questions. He was served by several nephews from his side branches, who were all watching him closely, fearing that Duke Mao would be left alone. They saw that the situation was not the right time to talk, so they left after a while. But you met Madam Jiang in the backyard, and Madam Jiang made some requests. The specific situation was not described in detail.

Tell me in detail. "

Eleventh Lady agreed, sat opposite Xu Lingyi, and told him everything in detail.

"This is a tricky case." Xu Lingyi pondered, "I originally thought Jiang Jianai came to me for Chengjue's matter, but I didn't expect that he wanted to use me to investigate Ren Kun.

Madam Jiang thinks differently. I'm afraid we need to think about this matter carefully."

Eleventh Lady nodded: "I thought so too. That's why I pretended not to understand what Madam Jiang meant, and didn't even tell her that you were no longer an official."

"It's okay if you don't do as I say." Xu Lingyi said, "The news of my dismissal should spread all over Yanjing in the next two days. Let's see what the Wang family thinks. Helping people is a good intention. Don't help people and make them resentful!"

Eleventh Lady did not expect Xu Lingyi to avoid or embarrass her at all. She was very surprised and thought for a while before saying, "In the current situation of the Wang family, if we want to keep Chengjue, what should we do?

"We have to get through the Ministry of Rites first." Xu Lingyi said. If someone in the inner cabinet speaks up, that would be even better. Then it depends on the emperor's opinion. Generally speaking, if the Ministry of Rites decides who to vote for, the emperor will

The emperor will not reject it. But sometimes the situation will change. In the late years of the previous emperor, the Duke of Wei and the Marquis of Linchuan were both granted titles. It seems that it was because the legitimate son died, and the Ministry of Rites requested that the eldest son of the concubine succeed to the throne, but it was rejected; it seems that it was because there were no children, and the idea of ​​succeeding the younger brother was rejected. It mainly depends on the emperor's mood at the time. "

Eleventh Lady felt that this project was extremely huge.

"If it's difficult, don't interfere. It's not bad to live in the small manor." She thought of Shi Niang's skinny appearance, "Maybe she can have some say."

To be honest, she thought that if Luo Genxing was willing to provide for her, it would be better for Shi Niang to live in the small manor that came with her as a dowry rather than staying in the Wang family. As for what happens after death... it's good enough for a person to live well in this life. As for whether there is a next life, it's still an unknown. There's no need to give up the present life for the unknown.

"What nonsense!" Xu Lingyi felt warm in his heart when he saw her speaking to him. Although she was scolding Kuo, she didn't say it with a trace of anger. Instead, she said it with a hint of doting, "Aunt Ten moved to live in the village where she was married. Is that okay? She is Wang Langming’s legitimate wife. Besides, she and you are gentlemen, so you can help me. Don’t worry about it.”

Eleventh Lady couldn't help but smile bitterly in her heart.

Is Shi Niang ready to help her?

It’s good that she doesn’t make things difficult for herself!

Xu Lingyi stood up and said, "It's getting late. Let's go to ask for help from mother so that we can rest early." "Hey!" Shiyi Niang responded and helped Xu Lingyi put on his cloak and went to see the old lady. She had asked Xu Xian to go and see the old lady a long time ago. The old lady knew that Luo Genxing and Qian Ming were coming, and Shiyi Niang wanted to treat them to dinner. Seeing them coming in, she hurriedly asked about the situation.

Xu Lingyi spoke briefly, but he didn't mention Mrs. Jiang's request or Luo Genxing's plan. The lady sighed as she listened, and told Shiyi Niang: "It takes ten years to be able to ride the same boat together.

Not to mention my aunt. Tenth Aunt has encountered such a big thing, whether it is Gongxian Hutong or the Duke Mao's Mansion, you can go directly to take care of it, and let the maid report to me. I know what you are going to do. So you don't have to worry about it."

Eleventh Lady was very grateful for the lady's consideration. She thanked the lady and talked with her.

Xu Lingyi said goodbye to the lady and left the yard.

But he met Xu Jinkuan on the way.

He stood in the corridor that they had to pass by, waiting.

I saw the two people from a distance and hurried over to them.

"Fourth brother, I have something to tell you." Without going into Eleventh Lady's house, he walked with Xu Lingyi and said, "I heard that the one who killed Wang Lang was Ren Kun's personal assistant. I went to inquire today. That little bastard's parents died, and he only had a sister who worked in Ren's needlework room. After this incident, that little bastard's sister disappeared immediately. It took me a lot of effort to find out that she was sent to Kaifeng Prefecture.

"Sent to Kaifeng Prefecture?" Xu Lingyi stopped and looked at Xu Jinkuan in surprise. "How did you find out?"

"A tiger has its own den, and a snake has its own tears." Xu Jinkuan's eyebrows were shining, with a hint of pride.

"Yanjing is a small place, and we'll meet each other sooner or later. There are always a few people around me who know Ren Kun. Xu Lingyi thought of the fights he had had recently... and his opinion of this younger brother changed a lot. He smiled and gently patted him on the shoulder: "Alright, you!"

Xu Jinkuan smiled and whispered, "Fourth brother, I heard from someone who was asking for information that the Ren family sent the little sister of the young lady to a Lei family in Kaifeng Prefecture as an adopted daughter. Even the household registration was changed. Xu Lingyi raised his eyes slightly, revealing a bit of trouble.

"Really." Seeing that his brother didn't believe him, Xu Lingkuan quickly assured, "This was said by Ren Kun. He wanted to let everyone know that he would definitely be a big shot if he followed him. And he wasn't afraid of others knowing. He had the ability to protect them. It was also to appease the young man. You know what. His words really worked. It is said that Shuntian Prefecture used severe torture, but they still couldn't pry open the young man's mouth. Now

People in Yanjing say that Ren Kun knows how to use people and is a great talent." Xu Lingyi glanced at Xu Jinkuan and said, "Tell me! What did Ren Kun send you?"

Huikuan jumped up after hearing this: "Fourth brother, I really didn't promise anything. Really, I didn't promise anything." He waved his hands repeatedly, but his eyes turned towards Shiyi Niangnuan.

"Your sister-in-law is not a stranger. If you have something to say, tell me a lie, otherwise I won't admit it." Xu Jinkuan laughed.

"Ren Kun said that he would live in Changdong before the wedding. If Fourth Brother wants to find him, he will be waiting anytime." As he spoke, his expression gradually became serious. "He also said that if the incident happened again, he would still do the same thing."

The words were arrogant, bold, and unruly.

Eleventh Lady felt a little creepy when she heard this.

Twenty-seven stabs, each one hits the vital part. Arrange Xiaoxian to take the blame. Leave calmly. Publicize the treatment of Xiaoxian's sister in a high-profile manner, compare it with Wang Lang's death, and tell others the consequences of betraying him and the consequences of being loyal to him. Xu Jinkuan brings a letter to Xu Lingyi, hinting that he knows the strength of the Wang family very well, and if Yinyi wants to stand up for the Wang family, he is not fully prepared. As for the final sentence of Xing Ju in

Chang Chunshen's words to Xu Lingyi were like the finishing touch to a painting. They told Xu Lingyi that no matter what the consequences were, he would not be afraid of anything.

Determination, confidence, and perseverance, all in place.

How can one not be afraid of such a person?

Xu Lingyi stopped walking after hearing this.

He asked Xu Jinkuan with a gentle expression: "Xiaowu, how is your relationship with Ren Kun?"

Xu Lingkuan was confused about what Xu Lingyi meant. He said cautiously, "We don't have any direct contact. But if Fourth Brother Xin wants me to do something, I can help."

Xu Lingyi nodded slightly. He stared at Xu Lingyi, his eyes gradually becoming fixed:

"Stay away from him in the future. He is a very cruel person."

Xu Jinkuan was stunned.

Xu Lingyi explained carefully: "Look at the way he killed people, it was clean and efficient. Look at his arrangements afterwards. He was bold and careful. He did not hide the fact that he killed Wang Lang, and told others that those who betrayed him could do nothing even if they were killed by him. He also placed his loyal servant Jiachun in the care of others, and told others that

Those who are loyal to him will have a prosperous family even if they die. You have to think long-term. I will ask you to bring me a letter, tell me the truth, and act bold and open-minded. Xiaowu, such a person is too honest and too cruel. Just an acquaintance is enough. "

Xu Jinkuan lowered his head and thought about Xu Lingyi's words.

Seeing that his brother was no longer as timid as before, Xu Lingyi smiled. He patted his shoulder and said, "It's getting late. Go back and rest!"

Xu Jinkuan nodded and asked hesitantly, "Should we still care about Wang Lang's affairs?"

"Even if you want to intervene, you can't just go to their door." Xu Lingyi said with a smile, "You should at least know what they want, right? What's the point of rubbing their thigh when their shoulder itches?"

Xu Jinkuan laughed, "I'll listen to Fourth Brother."

Xu Lingyi nodded: "Go and have a rest! I'll ask you for help if I need anything."

Xu Jinkuan bowed to Shiyi Niang and left with brisk steps.

Xu Lingyi looked at his back and sighed: "Who would have thought that Xiaowu would become so sensible one day?" Eleventh Lady smiled with her hands covering her sleeves.

The two of them went back to their own courtyard.

Xu Lingyi was talking to Shiyi Niang: "Since Ren Kun dared to act like this, I'm afraid he had already made up his mind. I wanted to be a peacemaker before, but I was afraid that Madam Jiang would not agree, thinking that we only cared about Tenth Aunt and ignored Wang Lang. Now it seems that Madam Jiang may not agree. You should stay at home for a few days and take a rest. If you have nothing to do, you can embroider flowers and take care of the children at home. Let Madam Jiang touch the nails. When the news of my resignation spreads, she will stop. Then we can negotiate terms with the Wang family."

When he mentioned the child, Shiyi Niang took the opportunity to talk to him about adding a roof to the house: "...Since you have some free time, why not settle this matter as soon as possible."

A change will bring a new look.

Xu Lingyi was also quite excited: "Great! Tomorrow I will discuss with Manager Bai and see if we can add a yard. We will have more and more children in the future!"

Eleventh Lady was speechless.

End of this chapter