Chapter 25: The Minister of State Affairs breaks into Confucius's residence to save his sister

When they arrived at Kong's house, the doorman stopped them.

"Didn't the host tell us that we have guests today? Have you two sent your visiting cards?"

In fact, he recognized them; they were the eldest young master's wife's brother and sister-in-law.

But the eldest young lady can only be bullied in their family, so does her parents' family need to be pleased so much?

The servants are unaware of the twists and turns of officialdom; they simply follow the lead of their masters and follow their attitude.

Mrs. Xu wanted to get angry, but then she thought that it was indeed they who were rude.

She forced herself to swallow her anger, glared at the Minister of the Central Secretariat, and then signaled her servants to take the money.

The servant understood, took out a piece of silver and put it into the doorman's hand, "Please inform us, big brother."

The doorman went in and asked the steward and found out that the mistress was out today, and the old master and the young master were still on duty and had not returned yet.

He was about to go back and get rid of the two men, but was pulled back by the steward:

"What are you doing asking about the master's whereabouts? Do you have bad intentions?"

"If you don't give me a reasonable reason, I'll slap you."

At this time, the second young master's wife happened to pass by. The doorman was pinched on the ear but did not dare to resist. He shrank his neck and confessed honestly:

"There are two people outside the door who want to visit. I'm here to report it."

"Oh, is that so?" The manager didn't care too much.

Their family is the maternal family of Concubine Xian, and there are many people who curry favor with them.

He’s also the relative of the Minister of the Central Secretariat!

Because of this relationship, many people who cannot curry favor with the Minister of the Secretariat would find a way to come to their house.

The Kong family received a lot of good things and were overwhelmed with gifts.

The steward let go of the doorman and waved his hand nonchalantly: "Just let them leave the gift, and go away."

At this time, the second young master's wife came over and asked, "Who is it?"

"Replying to the Second Young Master's Madam, it is the First Young Master's Madam's brother and his wife."

Second Young Master’s Wife:? !!!

Manager:? !!!

"Where's that man? Have you invited him in to serve tea?"

The doorman replied blankly: "No, he's still standing outside the door!"

Two people: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

…

The Minister of the Central Secretariat was already getting impatient waiting outside the door, especially because he was worried about his younger sister.

All I could hear was the woman's cursing coming from far away:

"You dare to leave the Minister of the Central Secretariat outside when he comes to visit? Forget about your salary this month!"

Mrs. Kong Ershao walked over quickly, and because she was in such a hurry, her hairpin was a little crooked.

She apologized and invited them in: "I am really sorry. I didn't know the rules and treated you badly. I apologize to you on behalf of my parents-in-law."

"What brings you here so suddenly? Let's go to the main hall to talk."

Mrs. Xu walked away and said, "Excuse me, we are here to visit my younger sister. My husband received ..."

The Minister of the Central Secretariat held her back and continued, "I was passing by your house today and came to see my younger sister. May I ask, Madam Second Young Master, where is my younger sister?"

"This..." The Second Young Master's wife hesitated.

"My sister-in-law is out today and I don't know where she is."

But when she said this, she clearly felt guilty.

So the Minister of the Central Secretariat clearly didn't believe it, and the aura of a high position was instantly released: "One more question, where is my sister?"

Mrs. Xu finally realized that something was wrong. Could something fatal have happened?

Does the Kong family have the courage to do this?

The second young master's wife said in panic, "I won't tell my sister-in-law that she is locked in her room, so don't force your way in!"

Zhongshu Ling: ...Thank you.

He took his wife and four or five servants he brought with him, and the group rushed towards the yard where his sister lived.

The Second Young Master's wife and her two maids were unable to hold on at all and were pushed away and fell.

After everyone left, she clapped her hands and was helped up from the ground by the maid.

The woman's expression suddenly calmed down, and she no longer looked panicked.

Anyway, she kept it a secret and took responsibility for it, so it can't be blamed on her.

In fact, seeing the miserable condition of her elder sister-in-law, as a daughter-in-law of the Kong family, how could she not feel sympathetic?

Every bit of help you can give is appreciated.

But a sharp voice came from behind, piercing my eardrums: "Are you all blind? Stop them quickly!"

As soon as he said this, all the servants around him moved and rushed forward to stop the man.

Zhongshu Ling said that they were surrounded.

He turned around and asked, "Mrs. Kong, what are you doing?"

Mrs. Kong walked forward and poked the second young master's wife hard on the head: "Useless thing!"

She staggered after being poked so hard, and just lowered her head without uttering a word.

After venting a little, Mrs. Kong came over and smiled at the two of them:

"Master Xu, Madam Xu. My second daughter-in-law is not sensible. She didn't even know how to lead people to the main hall, so you two can't find the way."

"It's not right for a guest to mess around in the host's house, right?"

After being stopped again and again, Madam Xu knew that the Kong family was suspicious, so she replied, "My husband and I are in a hurry, so we are just passing by to see my sister and will leave after that. I will come back to pay a proper visit to your house tomorrow when I am free."

Mrs. Kong said with a fake smile: "Since time is tight, I won't waste your time."

"You guys go and do your work first. Can anyone escape from here?"

"How about I bring my family to meet my mother's family tomorrow?"

Of course not.

We have made a mistake today. Can we still see the truth tomorrow?

Seeing this, the Secretary of State didn't waste any more words and just barged in.

Mrs. Kong was horrified. "What are you doing? Come, stop them!"

They were surrounded by a dozen servants, all of them were young and strong.

After all, they were at someone else's house, and they only brought a few people with them, so they had no chance of winning.

Madam Xu tugged at the Minister of State Affairs' hand nervously, "My dear, there are too many people here. Let's come back another day."

Although the evidence will be transferred someday, at least you can ensure your own safety.

The Minister of the Central Secretariat glanced at the inconspicuous servants he had brought with him and said calmly, "Go ahead."

The situation reversed in an instant. The Kong family had not expected that although they brought only a few people, all of them were martial artists.

When I came to my senses, two of the people blocking the road ahead had fallen to the ground.

The person next to him tried to stop it, but was kicked in the knee.

In just a short while, all the people standing in the front lost their ability to move.

The Minister of the Central Secretariat took his wife and ran in.

"Chase!"

The servants behind followed Mrs. Kong's words and actually slowed down their pace.

Nonsense, are you going to chase after him and get beaten?

…

Xu Xinshu was tied to the bed, and the edges, curtains, and top of the bed were all covered with talismans.

The windows in the house were sealed and covered with layers of wooden boards and curtains.

Not even a ray of light can get through even in broad daylight.

She could no longer tell the difference between day and night; it was all just as dark.

She could only remember the days by the number of times the maid brought her meals.

Even the food was mixed with sour talisman water.

But she had to eat it, even if it gave her unbearable stomach pain.

Because this is her only food.