Chapter 1521 No Amnesty Possible
While working on the estate, Master Shu made a mistake due to a moment of distraction. The officials on the estate, who were already dissatisfied with him, took this opportunity to send him back to clearing wasteland and farming.
This undoubtedly kicked him on the verge of collapse, causing him to fall.
But the matter wasn't over yet. Without work on the estate, the second wife's improved life was brought back to square one. The first wife and they were now irreconcilable enemies, so it would be strange if they didn't mock and kick them when they were down.
Uncle Shu, in a moment of despair, jumped into the river.
It was only because the weather was hot that he didn't freeze to death, and because some people were swimming downstream to cool off, that he was rescued. But while he was alive, he was mentally unstable.
Shu Yu put the letter down. He knew that Shu Erye's situation was another disaster for the second branch of the Shu family, and he was afraid that his future days would be even more difficult.
However, none of this concerned her anymore. Shu Yu put the letter away and prepared to reply to Fang Xiyue.
She already knew about the new emperor's decision not to grant amnesty to the people, and she also knew that the new emperor would not only not grant amnesty before, but also for a long time to come.
During the reign of the late emperor, amnesties were granted several times for various reasons.
In his view, this was a manifestation of benevolent governance and love for the people, and of the emperor's boundless grace, but for many people it was a disaster.
Although pardoned prisoners are not allowed to return to their place of origin, this does not prevent some heinous criminals from remaining incorrigible. They even think that it is okay to commit crimes, as they can still return when they are granted amnesty. Therefore, they try every means to take revenge on the victims.
In any case, after each amnesty, there would always be a period of frequent cases, causing great suffering to the people.
The new emperor was well aware of these drawbacks, and therefore, from his inception, he intended to reduce the frequency of amnesties. He was extremely cautious about granting amnesties, and they were conditional and limited in scope.
Shu Yu knew this, which is why, after being exiled, she didn't patiently wait for a pardon, because there was no chance. She swiftly found an opportunity and escaped exile.
Now that the new emperor has been on the throne for more than half a year, there have been many important events in the court during this period, and many people have probably seen the situation clearly.
Therefore, it was the right choice for Ma Lu to come and work for Master Cheng based on his own abilities.
After writing the letter, Shu Yu went to the storeroom to select and pack the congratulatory gifts.
The next day, she mailed the items out.
This day happened to be the Mid-Autumn Festival. Last year, Shu Yu was on her way back from the capital and missed the day of family reunion.
This year, with everyone here, it truly feels like a day of family reunion.
Early in the morning, Da Niu distributed Mid-Autumn Festival gifts and then rushed back to the county town.
Then Lu Dasong came over with Li Shi. Liang Shi and Lu Sixing came in after noon with their children. As for Lu Sanzhu and Yuan Shanchuan, they would come after work.
In the evening, the entire Lu family was together, and everyone gathered around the old lady.
Not only the Lu family, but also the Meng family, Dr. Zhao, and even Lan Hua's fiancé, Yu Fenglin, came.
Since Yu Fenglin was all alone, the Lu family's place was actually more lively.
The Lu family had decorated their home with lanterns and decorations from early morning, with many lanterns hanging under the eaves, creating a festive atmosphere even if people didn't go out.
All of this was arranged by Shu You and Meng Han. These days, Shu You comes up with ideas, and Meng Han leads the servants to do the work with great enthusiasm.
(End of this chapter)
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