The eldest son had a quarrel with the eldest lady.
This news was like a bomb, blowing up the peaceful palace.
Xiao Qin'er teased the child and sneered, "I told you long ago that they would have a falling out sooner or later. And I'm right. Eldest sister-in-law is so stubborn and unyielding. The eldest young master has already put up with her for two years, which is the limit. It would be better if they had a falling out."
After saying that, she looked at Liu Yi and said, "Cousin, this is an opportunity."
Liu Yi held his son in his arms and asked indifferently, "What opportunity?"
Xiao Qin'er said excitedly, "Let's take advantage of this opportunity to snatch the job from the eldest young master."
Liu Yi sneered, "You know that big brother is currently working in the Ministry of War, but do you know that the Minister of War has taken the lead and sidelined big brother from day one, not giving him any real power.
Moreover, according to rumors, the Minister of War has the support of the Emperor's grandfather, so even if my eldest brother has a thousand tricks, he won't be able to use them. You want me to take his job, but do I need to do so given his current situation?"
This was the first time Xiao Qin'er had heard of this. "Are you telling the truth? Big Brother, such a powerful figure, was sidelined by the Minister of War?"
Liu Yi sneered, "No matter how powerful he is, the Ministry of War is not his territory. He is an outsider. If the Minister of War gives an order, who among the hundreds of people in the Ministry of War dares to tell him the truth?
Who would give him the archives of money, grain, and weapons from all previous years? He had no power, no connections, so what could he use to compete with others? He was nothing more than a grandson of the emperor and a general protecting the country. The Minister of War didn't even give face to a prince, so how could he give face to him?
This time he had an argument with his sister-in-law. I guess he got upset at the Ministry of War and couldn't find anyone to vent his anger on, so he took it out on his sister-in-law."
Xiao Qin'er laughed when she heard this. "Everyone used to say that the eldest young master was the most steady and self-controlled person. Now it seems that he is just that."
Liu Yi laughed, "He was not that good to begin with. Now that he has encountered some difficulties, his true colors are revealed. I even doubt whether he was the one who did the Beirong incident."
"That can't be! Even His Majesty has admitted to Beirong's affairs. The verdict cannot be overturned."
Liu Yi snorted, feeling very dissatisfied, but he did not refute Xiao Qin'er's words.
…
The maid chattered non-stop in Ouyang Fu's ear.
Ouyang Fu coughed lightly twice. "Alright, stop talking. It's normal for a couple to quarrel. There's nothing to be surprised about."
"This is the first time the eldest master and the eldest lady have had an argument, and we servants are very curious."
"That's because the eldest son was away from home for a long time, so even if we wanted to argue, we couldn't. Okay, let's stop talking. The eldest lady is a good person and she helps me make money. I don't want to gossip about her behind her back."
"Madam is the most kind-hearted." The maid said with a smile.
Ouyang Fu smiled softly. "Who knows if they quarreled today and reconciled tomorrow? I don't need to be the evil one who stirs up trouble. Listen up, everyone. Once you leave this door, don't mention this matter. If you embarrass me, I won't forgive you."
"Madam, don't worry. We servants know the importance of this matter. Outside, we promise to keep our mouths shut and not embarrass you."
"That's more like it."
…
The atmosphere in the east courtyard of the palace was suffocatingly oppressive.
It's been three days.
Three days have passed since the night they quarreled.
The two did not meet, talk, or greet each other, and fell into a cold war.
The maids, eunuchs and palace maids in the East Courtyard all walked lightly and even dared not breathe loudly, for fear of bringing bad luck.
Qian Fu came to the upper house and stood respectfully in front of Gu Jiu.
Gu Jiu had a blank expression on his face, his complexion was pale, and his eyes were bloodshot.
She asked, "What's going on, sir?"
"Madam, my son is working at the government office every day, just like before."
Gu Jiu sneered, "I heard that the young master didn't come back last night. Where did he go?"
Qian Fu struggled and hesitated, but remained silent.
Gu Jiu understood and said in a cold tone, "Speak! This lady won't vent her anger on anyone. But this lady wants to hear the truth."
Qian Fu said in embarrassment, "Madam, the young master has moved out. He said he wanted to calm down."
Gu Jiu's emotions were fluctuating, with hatred, resentment, and regret.
She really wanted to curse, "Oh my god!" Liu Zhao actually moved out and played this trick on her.
Could it be that Liu Zhao has made up his mind to continue the cold war with her?
Sure enough, men may appear generous on the surface, but in fact they are more stingy than anyone else.
Gu Jiu was angry.
His face darkened and he asked, "Where did he move to? I want to hear the truth."
Qian Fu didn't dare to lie, "The young master moved to a separate courtyard in the city."
"Who is serving you, young master?"
"Lin Shuping and a few servants. There's also Master Pei Rong, who's drinking with you, Master."
Pei Rong was once Liu Zhao's study partner and one of the few friends Liu Zhao could talk to.
Gu Jiu snorted, "Tell the Master that he doesn't have to move out. I'll move out."
Qian Fu was horrified.
"Madam, you absolutely cannot do that. How can you move out?"
"Why can't I move out? I need to take care of things on the farm, so I'll move in."
After Gu Jiu made the decision, he ordered people to pack their luggage.
She got up and headed for Chunhetang.
Since I'm moving out, I have to say hello to Princess Pei.
Qian Fu was so anxious that he had no choice but to go to the villa in the city to find Liu Zhao.
"Master, Master, something terrible has happened. Madam wants to move out of the palace."
Bang!
The wine glass smashed to the ground.
Liu Zhao had a gloomy face, as if he wanted to eat someone.
"She wants to move out? Doesn't she want to live with me anymore?"
"Madam said that you don't need to move out, she will take the initiative to move to the manor. She also said that she will take care of the affairs of the manor while she is at it. Madam is ordering people to pack their luggage. I'm afraid we will leave the city today."
Liu Zhao looked at the sky and said, "She can't leave the city today."
Qian Fu asked cautiously, "Sir, won't you go back and try to persuade them?"
Liu Zhao changed to a new wine glass and continued drinking alone.
"If she wants to move, then let her move. I won't stop her."
Qian Fu was speechless and couldn't understand.
He looked at Lin Shuping.
Lin Shuping shook his head and told Qian Fu not to persuade him anymore.
The young master is still furious and hasn't figured things out yet. No one can persuade him at this point. He can only figure it out on his own.
Why!
The young master has a stubborn temper, but I didn’t expect that the lady’s temper is even more stubborn than his.
If this goes on, what will happen?
…
When Pei heard that Gu Jiu was going to move out, her face changed.
She scowled, "That's outrageous. A couple quarrels, and as soon as they're not satisfied, they move out. In your eyes, do you still have me, the princess, and the prince? Do you still regard the palace as your own home?"
Gu Jiu said expressionlessly, "You are right, mother. However, I have already made up my mind about this matter. I will set out early tomorrow morning. This is a good opportunity to take care of the farm affairs. I hope mother will grant me your blessing."
"You've already made up your mind. If I don't grant your wish, won't you move out? This is simply ridiculous. I've lived for decades and have never seen a couple quarrel and both want to move out. You and Liu Zhao are both troublesome people. Get out of here. I don't want to bother with your affairs."
Pei was so angry that she spoke without thinking.
Gu Jiu stood up and bowed to take his leave.
Pei was so angry that she fell backwards, picked up the teacup on the table and smashed it.
"What sin did this princess commit to give birth to such a troublesome son and marry such a troublesome daughter-in-law? The prince said the eldest son's wife was capable, but I think she is clearly a troublemaker. The couple quarreled, and instead of thinking about how to make up, they are actually moving out. Ridiculous!"
"Your Majesty, calm down! They say that a fight at the head of the bed is reconciled at the foot of the bed. Perhaps the eldest son and the eldest lady will reconcile in a few days."
Pei snorted coldly, "Based on their stubborn tempers, I don't think they'll be able to recover in ten days or half a month. This princess is still hoping to have a grandson, but if this continues, there won't be a grandson next year."
Pei was furious and asked someone to tell King Ning about the matter.
Prince Ning had always praised Gu Jiu. Let him see how Gu Jiu, whom he called sensible, polite and capable, handled a quarrel between the couple.
When Prince Ning heard the whole story, he said simply, "Don't worry about them. Let them deal with it themselves."
Upon learning that Gu Jiu was going to move out of the palace, Xiao Qin'er and Ouyang Fu went to the East Courtyard together.
"Sister-in-law, are you really going to move out? Why do you have to do this? The village is poor and doesn't even have a decent house. Even if you want to move out, you should live in a separate courtyard."
Xiao Qin'er openly tried to persuade him, but in her heart she was gloating.
Gu Jiu, you have come to this day.
Let’s see how arrogant you can be in the future.
Ouyang Fu sincerely advised, "Once your sister-in-law moves out, how will you and the eldest young master reconcile? Wouldn't that only deepen the conflict between the two of you?"
I don't know why you're arguing, but as a couple, there are bound to be some bumps and bruises. Just think about each other a little more and things will pass. Life still has to go on, after all. Sister-in-law, please don't act on impulse."
Gu Jiu smiled softly, "Thank you, second sister-in-law, and fourth sister-in-law, for coming to visit me. I have made up my mind and will leave for Zhuangzi early tomorrow morning. I want to take this opportunity to have some free time. Since I married into the palace, I feel like I have been busy all the time, and my whole body is tense."
Xiao Qin'er said, "It seems that my sister-in-law has made up her mind. I won't be the bad guy either. I hope my sister-in-law can think it through soon and reconcile with the eldest master as soon as possible."
Ouyang Fu sighed, "On a daily basis, I see the eldest master as a very steady person, doing things perfectly. But I didn't expect that he would move out after a quarrel with the eldest sister-in-law. The eldest sister-in-law is really something. When the eldest master throws a tantrum, you also throw a tantrum."
How can you two get along in the future with such a stubborn temper? Sister-in-law, are you really not going to reconsider? Once you move out, there will be no turning back." "I appreciate your kindness, my second sister-in-law. I've made up my mind and it won't change."
Ouyang Fu sighed again. "It seems that unless the eldest master comes back and persuades you personally, you won't change your mind. In that case, I won't try to persuade you any further. When you get to the manor, take good care of yourself and calm down before making your next decision. I hope you and the eldest master can reconcile soon."
"Thank you for your good wishes, my second brother and his wife."
It was getting dark.
Xiao Qin'er and Ouyang Fu have already said goodbye and left.
The luggage is packed.
Several maids and Nanny Fang surrounded Gu Jiu.
"Madam, it's not too late to change your mind. Otherwise, I will put all the luggage back now."
Gu Jiu shook his head. "You don't need to persuade me. The decision to move out is not an impulsive one. It is a decision I made after careful consideration."
"There are many ways to solve the problem. Why did Madam insist on moving out?"
Gu Jiu looked out the window and said, "I need a place where no one can disturb me and think carefully. Okay, don't worry. Even if the sky falls, I will still hold it up."
"Will the Madam and the Young Master ever reconcile as before?"
Gu Jiu lowered his head and laughed at himself, "We've never really been okay, so how can we be back to normal?"
It's all self-deception.
She needs a quiet environment to sort out their relationship.
She needs to think carefully about what to do in the future.
Gu Jiu has made up his mind, and no one's persuasion will help.
Even if Liu Zhao returned home and persuaded her personally, he would not change her decision.
She is not someone who swallows her anger and suppresses herself.
If you feel angry, resentful, or furious, you must vent it out.
She also needs to reflect on what she has done in the past two years.
So she wanted to move out and live in a manor where no one would bother her. That way she could think things through.
The next morning, several carriages carrying people and luggage set out from the side door of the palace and headed for the farm outside the city.
Lin Shuping reported the matter to Liu Zhao, who then smashed another set of tea sets.
"roll!"
With a roar, he drove everyone out.
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