Su Qingyu said it casually, and didn't seem to care whether Princess Yongjia agreed or not.
Seeing that Princess Yongjia didn't say anything, Su Qingyu said apologetically, "Princess, just pretend I didn't say anything. The Fourth Young Master is a concubine's son and is indeed not suitable to go to the army. It was my negligence."
Princess Yongjia chuckled twice, "Third Madam, you're worrying too much. To me, there's no difference between a concubine's child and a legitimate one. It's just that Yunzhou isn't like his elder brother. He's always been weak and frail, and I'm afraid he can't stand the bitter cold at the border."
She said this, but she was also thinking about it in her heart. Letting Li Yunzhou go to the army was actually not a big deal.
Firstly, Li Yunsi was both brave and resourceful. Even if Li Yunzhou had gone, with his limited abilities, he wouldn't have caused any trouble. If he had had some ability, he wouldn't have endured so many years of torture in the Li family.
Another point is that if Li Yunzhou's identity is exposed one day, she will have something to say to the emperor.
Thinking of this, Princess Yongjia was moved a little.
Just as he was about to speak, he heard Su Qingyu discussing with Shen Zhixiu, "What do you think of Young Master Li Si? If you like him, why not let him concentrate on the imperial examinations? Then you can help him find an official position."
Upon hearing this, Princess Yongjia hurriedly said, "Our family all comes from military backgrounds. We should let him go into the army to gain experience for a year or so. With his elder brother looking after him, I'll feel more at ease."
She would rather let Li Yunzhou live under Li Yunsi's supervision than serve as an official in the court.
Su Qingyu felt relieved when she heard her say that. She said, "In that case, let's wait for the Fourth Young Master to return from the army and then we can arrange the marriage."
"Third Master, what do you say?"
Shen Zhixiu nodded and said, "Madam is right."
Princess Yongjia cursed inwardly, thinking Su Qingyu was being too cautious. But at least the two families had settled the matter privately, and the Emperor had an explanation.
After chatting for a while, Princess Yongjia stood up to take her leave, saying she was going back to discuss with Prince Shan about sending Li Yunzhou to the northern border.
Su Qingyu stood up and walked the person to the second gate.
It was not until Princess Yongjia got on the carriage that Su Qingyu saw Aunt Xue looking at the Li family's carriage with surprise at the door of the outer courtyard hall not far away.
After the Li family's carriage drove away, Su Qingyu walked up to Aunt Xue.
"Why is Auntie here? Let's go in and talk."
Su Qingyu spoke in a light tone. When she thought of the suffering her brother had endured over the years, she wished she could skin Aunt Xue alive.
She hadn't touched the mother and her children before because they were still useful to her, but she would never forget what they had done.
Now that my brother has been found, there is not much use for Aunt Xue to keep it.
After entering the hall, Su Qingyu gestured to Aunt Xue to sit down, and she also sat down in the main seat.
The servant from the outer courtyard served tea respectfully and then left.
Aunt Xue looked envious. Her daughter had also married, and her marriage was not bad. However, compared with Su Qingyu, her status in her husband's family was far different.
"Auntie came to the Shen family to see me specially, but what big thing happened?"
Su Qingyu's words interrupted Aunt Xue's thoughts. She wore a flattering smile on her face and said, "Miss, I came here today to ask for a favor."
"Auntie, do you want to ask about my eldest brother? Then there's no need to ask. Auntie did something wrong and she must pay the price." Su Qingyu said coldly.
Aunt Xue naturally wouldn't give up easily and continued, "Miss, you may not know this, but yesterday I heard the Second Madam and the Old Madam talking about wanting to make the Second Young Master the Heir of the Marquisate."
"I am guilty, but your elder brother is still your blood relative. Giving this title to your elder brother is better than giving it to the second wife."
If she hadn't heard this, Aunt Xue wouldn't have rushed to find Su Qingyu.
Su Qingyu chuckled softly, "Auntie, have you misunderstood? I haven't decided whether you and your son can survive. Why are you talking to me about the title?"
"Based on what Su Yuankai has done, I'm being merciful by sparing his life. How dare you still want him to inherit your family?"
Not to mention that she has found her brother now, even if she hasn't, she will not let Su Yuankai inherit.
Aunt Xue was startled by Su Qingyu's cold expression. She had previously seen Su Qingyu's always pleasant demeanor and assumed she had forgiven them. But now, she realized Su Qingyu harbored clear hatred for them.
In fact, she came at the wrong time. Su Qingyu had just recognized Li Yunzhou and was feeling sorry for him when Aunt Xue, the culprit, bumped into her.
Aunt Xue thought for a moment, then suddenly said, "My dear, I saw the person who took the child away that year."
Su Qingyu originally wanted to send Aunt Xue away, but when she heard what she said, she looked surprised.
"You said you saw that person? Where?"
How could that be possible? Li Yunzhou clearly stated that his mother, who had raised him as a child, had died. Not even a single one of the servants who had served him remained.
At this time, Aunt Xue said that she saw the person who picked him up. Was there something else behind this matter? Or was Aunt Xue afraid of being punished by her and lied?
Aunt Xue hesitated for a moment and then said, "It was the lady who just left. She was the one who took the child away that year."
She didn't recognize Princess Yongjia and thought she was the lady of some family.
In fact, Aunt Xue didn't want to talk about this. She was afraid that if the child was found, it would affect her son's inheritance of the title.
But from Su Qingyu's expression just now, it was clear that she was still holding a grudge. She didn't dare to hide it anymore. If she told the story and could find the child, Su Qingyu might even spare them.
Su Qingyu blurted out, "Impossible."
Li Yunzhou came to Prince Shan’s Mansion when he was five years old. How could it be possible that Princess Yongjia picked up the child?
Seeing that Su Qingyu didn't believe her, Aunt Xue said confidently, "Miss, I can't be mistaken. It really is her. Although she is a little older, her appearance is correct."
Su Qingyu stared at Aunt Xue coldly, "Aunt, that man is of noble status, you can't associate with him. You'd better not lie to me. If you tell me a lie, I will immediately send Su Yuankai to see the King of Hell."
Aunt Xue's heart tightened under Su Qingyu's gaze. She recalled it carefully again and spoke again, "Miss, believe me, I am definitely not wrong."
Su Qingyu drummed her slender fingers on the table. Could it really be Princess Yongjia? Then why would she do this? Picking up the child, raising him outside for a few years, and then bringing him back to the palace to abuse him. No matter how you think about it, it doesn't make sense.
Su Qingyu's intuition told her that there was something else going on.
In this case, Aunt Xue had to stay. Who knows, one day she might find out the truth and need her to testify.
"If you dare to leak even a little bit of what Auntie said today, I will never let you and your son go."
Aunt Xue nodded hurriedly, "Don't worry, Miss. I won't say a word."
This secret is her life-saving talisman. Unless she has lived long enough, she dare not reveal a single word of it.
After sending Aunt Xue away, Su Qingyu sat alone in the hall for a long time, her mind full of messy thoughts that she couldn't sort out.
Until Shen Zhixiu came to find her, saw that she was in a daze, walked to her side and gently smoothed her hair.
"What's wrong? Aunt Xue came to see you, but what's the matter?"
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