Chapter 55 Chapter 55 24
After the two had a heart-to-heart talk, the Bai family calmed down very quickly. Qi Ruiyi found a minister to make a petition during the court session and produced evidence that the tiger talisman was stolen and that the Bai family did not follow Qi Ruifeng in rebellion. Qi Ruiyi only needed to pretend and make the final decision on the outcome.
There were a few people who opposed the Bai family's acquittal, but most people did not dare to say anything about it in the court.
After all, the new emperor had been so magnanimous as to not pursue the matter, so what was the point in them joining in the fun? It wasn't their rebellion, but if they were to go against the new emperor right after he ascended the throne, if the new emperor remembered them, they would probably have their lives ruined.
After all, although they did not rebel, they did not follow the emperor either.
"Why do you think the emperor suddenly thought of the Bai family?" Not only did he think of them, but he also strangely accepted the conclusion that Bai Jing did not participate in the rebellion but just lost the tiger talisman.
"Perhaps the Sixth Prince is a benevolent ruler? After all, we didn't know this prince that well before."
The late emperor was extremely suspicious. Not many of these people had chosen sides before, not to mention those who chose to get involved in the fight for the throne. Now, either they bet on the right horse and are no longer on the same side with them, or they bet on the wrong horse. Even if they are not in jail now, they would not hang out with such people.
So, they couldn't quite put their finger on the new emperor's temperament. Unlike the Fourth Prince, known for his ruthlessness, the Sixth Prince had always seemed invisible to the ministers, his presence minimal. Besides diligently carrying out practical tasks and dutifully following the late Emperor's orders, he hadn't been known to resort to any tactics. Who knew he might have the last laugh?
Originally, they had thought that such a person would be the ultimate winner, and should never be underestimated. But now, it seemed that he was being so compassionate and magnanimous? Even a little soft-hearted?
If he could even let the Bai family go, how horrific could his methods be? After all, anyone with a discerning eye could see that taking this opportunity to eradicate the Bai family was the best option. This would not only benefit the stability of Daling but also his consolidation of imperial power. Yet, the new emperor seemed to be unable to grasp this.
"Is it possible that among the princes of our Daling, the one who finally ascended the throne was simply because of kindness?" You know, even in the end, when the Fourth Prince was captured, there were still other princes jumping around. As a result, overnight, all the other princes became obedient. The Fourth Prince was also captured by the Sixth Prince.
"Who knows? Maybe this guy is just lucky! Even if he's released, it's good. The higher-ups are merciful, and we can all breathe a sigh of relief."
Some disagreed with him, saying that luck was not something that could be easily found in this world. Without strength, even if luck came, one wouldn't be able to grasp it. The new emperor wasn't necessarily as benevolent as he appeared.
But the new emperor's move is really hard to understand.
While the civil and military officials speculated privately, Bai Jing was released from prison in broad daylight. The Bai family and their collateral branches were also driven out of the prison, bewildered.
Mrs. Bai was not imprisoned with Bai Jing. When she was released, like the others, she was confused about what had happened. However, she had suffered considerable torture in prison. When she was first released, she feared she was being sent to the guillotine. However, after hearing that the Bai family had been acquitted, she sat in front of the cell door and demanded that the officers and soldiers who had tortured her be handed over.
The pain in her body was real, but she still didn't want to just go home. While she was blaming the officers and soldiers, she was also looking forward to Bai Jing taking her home personally.
Although she stayed in Kyoto and Bai Jing was stationed at the border, their relationship was still very harmonious. At least in her opinion, Bai Jing cherished her very much, otherwise Bai Jing, a great general, would not have had a concubine at home for so many years.
But ever since Bai Jing learned she'd helped his daughter steal the tiger talisman, he'd lost his temper with her countless times, never showing any sign of kindness. He even ignored her cries of pain on the way to the prison. He even threatened her that what she and her daughter had done would bring down the entire Bai family. But now it seemed like he'd exaggerated.
But after the torture she suffered in the cell during this period, she felt regretful in her heart and knew that she should not have indulged her daughter or even helped her at that time.
I originally wanted to do a favor and hoped that I could have a daughter who would become the queen, but I didn't expect that it would be in vain and I suffered so much torture in vain.
But now she is safe and sound, and she is looking forward to her husband returning to his previous attitude towards her.
But she waited and waited in front of the cell door, and no one paid any attention to her. Bai Jing did not come to pick her up, and not even a maid was sent.
What did Bai Jing do? It was obvious. He first returned to the Bai Mansion to have someone pack up his things, and then planned to go to the Jiaofangsi to pick up Ruo Ruo and take her home.
He had always felt guilty towards his youngest daughter. Now, the Bai family was able to escape danger only thanks to his youngest daughter, so he had to pay more attention to her.
Even though she was his own daughter, he was grateful in his heart. He had never been a person who cared about face, and after his experience in prison, he was even more clear about it.
It is also a good thing to hand over the military power at this opportunity. In his heart, human life is the most important thing. As long as you are alive, there is always infinite hope.
Of course, he didn't want to be stationed on the frontier or even lead troops in war. After so many years, his family had become like this, and he didn't feel any regret in his heart. In the future, he could stay at home peacefully and manage the family affairs and the behavior of the entire family.
Jiaofangsi.
When Bai Jing and his men arrived, Nan Xu had actually been waiting in front of the door long ago.
As soon as the result about the Bai family came out, he knew that Ruoruo's departure was really imminent.
But he also made up his mind that if the Bai family only sent a few servants to pick up Ruoruo, or even did not send anyone to pick her up, then he would never let Ruoruo go home.
In his heart, he hoped that Ruoruo would be valued and live a better life at home, but on the other hand, he also hoped that the Bai family would not send anyone to pick up Ruoruo.
At least we can keep Ruoruo for one day.
But unfortunately, not only did the Bai family come to pick him up, but the head of the family, Bai Jing, personally brought people to the door.
"General, are you here to take your family home?" Nan Xu asked knowingly.
"Of course, thank you for your help, eunuch." Bai Jing stared at the sign of the Music Bureau in front of the door in a daze. He didn't know how much grievance the women of the Bai family had suffered here during this period of time.
This is actually still a good thing. I'm afraid there are many who have ended up in ordinary brothels or even military camps. He had already sent people to pick them up early.
Ultimately, it was his eldest daughter who had committed the crime! Of course, the Fourth Prince couldn't escape responsibility either.
And his little daughter, no one knows how much suffering she has endured and how much effort she has put in to turn the situation of the Bai family from danger to safety.
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"General Bai, please come in and wait for a moment. The women of the Bai family have already packed up."
Bai Jing nodded in agreement, and on the way in, he kept observing the environment of the Jiaofangsi.
After a while, the women packed up their belongings. Actually, there was nothing much to pack. Most of them had nothing but the clothes they were wearing when they came here. They might be able to save some money here, but those who were a little thoughtful would ask others to help them spend the money in the cells and take care of their parents and brothers.
After all, the less suffering the better. Even if he is eventually executed, it will only be a few short months. At least he can let his parents have something good to eat before he leaves.
Except for Bai Yunmeng and some girls who already had a bad relationship with their families.
So Bai Jing was not disappointed with his eldest daughter. He was disappointed when he learned that she had bullied Ruoruo after returning home. He was even more disappointed when he learned that she was tricked by the Fourth Prince into stealing the tiger talisman.
But now, when he saw her walking out of the room with a bunch of gold, silver and jewelry, he was so disappointed that he couldn't be more disappointed.
In prison, he could only occasionally hear some news about his youngest daughter from those who cared for him, but there was no news about his eldest daughter at all. He thought she was having a hard time, but now it seems that she is even living well.
In fact, he doesn't need his children to be very filial. In the past, he really just wanted his two daughters to live a good life.
But people are always afraid of comparison, not to mention Bai Yunmeng's performance is so outstanding. So outstanding that he can't even ignore it deliberately.
He really doesn't want to see his daughter at all now.
But Bai Yunmeng forced herself to move forward, and the moment she saw Bai Jing, tears streamed down her face, "Daddy, my daughter can't live anymore!"
She rushed towards Bai Jing, and her package of gold, silver and jewelry fell vertically, making a rustling sound, which was particularly eye-catching.
She herself was embarrassed for a moment.
These were all obtained from those lowly customers. In fact, during this period of time, she discovered that although the status of those merchants was really low, they also had a lot of good things in their hands.
There were even some things so novel that she had never seen them before, even when she was the eldest daughter of the Bai family, yet they were all in the hands of those merchants. She was beautiful and proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting, so it was easy for her to coax some of them over.
She had already thought it through. Since her father's military power had been taken away and he was acquitted, the Bai family's property would probably be returned to its original owner.
She has now rolled in the quagmire, but it is not impossible to start over.
She was willing to find a son-in-law to inherit the Bai family's ancestral business as her father had planned.
Fortunately, she didn't say it now, otherwise Bai Jing would probably slap her twice on the spot.
Even though she didn't say what was in her heart, Bai Jing didn't respond to her. He just glanced at her and the valuables on the ground.
Bai Yunmeng also realized her current situation. Her parents were suffering in prison, but she was able to wear gold and silver. Although she didn't think it was a big deal, after all, she had gotten these things while enduring the disgusting pain, but if it got out, people would inevitably call her a heartless person.
So she wiped her tears, stopped showing off, and didn't go out of her way to pick up the things on the ground. As for explaining, let her think about it and explain it when she gets home. Her mother always loved her, and with her mother by her side, it would be easier for her to explain. Besides, that little vixen Bai Ruoruo had received a lot of gifts, and when she got back, who knew who would have to explain.
"Daddy, can we go home now?" She had already looked around and saw that except Bai Ruoruo, almost everyone else had arrived.
As for Bai Ruoruo... Bai Yunmeng curled her lips at the thought of her sister, thinking that she might not want to go back! It was better if she didn't want to go back, so that her father wouldn't be partial to her in the future and always leave all the good things to Bai Ruoruo in the name of making up for it.
"If you want to go back, go ahead." Bai Jing finally paid attention to her. He would be leaving the Bai family again in two days anyway. "As for me, I haven't picked up the person I wanted to pick up yet."
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