Chapter 1594: Misfortune is the root of blessing, and blessing is the root of misfortune
Gu Tingqiu immediately stepped forward and asked, "What do you want, Madam?"
"Where's Si Muzhen?"
When Si Muzhen was mentioned, a shadow fell on the faces of everyone present, and Gu Tingqiu immediately knelt down: "I am guilty!"
As soon as he knelt, the whole family naturally followed suit.
Nan Yan frowned slightly and looked at him.
Gu Tingqiu knelt on the ground and kowtowed repeatedly: "Your Highness, it is because of your humble servants' poor discipline that she did such a shameful thing and implicated Your Highness. I beg Your Highness to forgive me!"
“…”
"Now, I have sent her to Zhenjue Temple to become a nun and practice Buddhism."
“…”
"But, my crime is unforgivable!"
Hearing him say this, Nan Yan sighed deeply.
She said, "Uncle, there is no need to do this. Get up first."
Gu Tingqiu bowed again, then slowly stood up. Nan Yan said to the family members behind him, "Everyone, stand up and answer."
Everyone then thanked him and stood up.
Nan Yan sighed again, then said, "This is a misfortune for our family, but fortunately it didn't lead to a major disaster. Since the emperor is deliberately concealing it, there's no need for everyone to dwell on it."
“…”
"Just don't let this happen again."
"yes."
"besides,"
Nan Yan thought for a moment and said, "Since she has become a nun and is my substitute, there is no need to include her name in the family tree."
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"After becoming a nun, everything she does is her personal practice."
“…”
"I have nothing to do with the Si family, the Gu family, or even the Tong family anymore."
Hearing this, Gu Tingqiu immediately understood what was going on and hurriedly bowed his head, saying, "I understand. I will immediately write a letter and send it to my sister."
Nan Yan then nodded: "Yes."
At this time, the servants brought tea and snacks.
Nan Yan picked it up and took a sip.
Seeing her start eating, the atmosphere naturally relaxed, and everyone secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Nan Yan looked up again, with a hint of a smile on her face, and said, "Everyone, sit down."
"Thank you, Madam."
After expressing their gratitude, everyone took a step back. Those with official positions sat diagonally on chairs, while those without official positions could only stand.
Nan Yan looked at Gu Yiyou who was standing behind Gu Tingqiu, and Tong Sinian who was a little further behind him.
Smiling, he said, "How did you rest this New Year, uncle?"
Gu Tingqiu said: "Not bad."
"It's good to have a good rest. In a few days, the Emperor will prepare for the journey to Guanxi. Many matters at court will be handed over to the cabinet for handling. Uncle needs to give it his all and absolutely no mistakes can be made."
"It's natural."
Gu Tingqiu said, "I eat your salary and bear your worries. I dare not slack off in the slightest."
"That's good."
At this point, Gu Tingqiu raised his head again, looked at Nan Yan and said, "The Emperor is touring Guanxi this time. Will Your Majesty also accompany him?"
Nan Yan said: "Yes, I am planning to accompany you."
"Then your Majesty must take care of yourself."
"Thank you for your concern, uncle."
Nan Yan smiled and said, "Not only am I going this time, I've also recommended two people to the Emperor to accompany me. If they can lend a hand, I'm afraid my life will be much easier."
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire hall fell silent.
Nan Yan immediately felt that Gu Yiyou and Tong Sinian looked at each other, and there was a gleam in the eyes of both of them.
She smiled secretly.
Gu Tingqiu seemed to sense something, but still asked carefully: "I wonder who the Queen recommended—"
Nan Yan looked up and said, "Gu Yiyou, Tong Sinian."
Two young men hurriedly came forward from behind and knelt before her, "What are your wishes, Madam?"
Nan Yan said, "I have recommended you to the Emperor."
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"This time the Emperor is touring Guanxi, and you will accompany him."
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"However, you must remember that you represent not only yourselves, not only the Gu and Tong families, but also the reputation of this palace. You must be careful and cautious in what you do, and you must not act recklessly or bully others."
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"If I notice anything, I will never let you off easily!"
The two men knelt hurriedly and said, "We will remember this. Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace!"
Gu Tingqiu was also a little excited. He knelt down and kowtowed, saying, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty, the Emperor and Your Majesty have shown such great grace. How can I repay you? I can only sacrifice my life to repay your kindness."
Hearing his words, he trembled a little. Nan Yan smiled lightly and said, "Uncle, there is no need to be like this."
“…”
"Although this is a good thing, you are well-read and should know one thing."
“…”
“Misfortune often lies behind good fortune, and good fortune often lies behind misfortune.”
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"There are more than one pair of eyes watching me in the palace, and I'm afraid there are even more who want to find fault with you. The more favor the emperor bestows upon you, the more humble and courteous you must be, and the more cautious and prudent you must be. Only in this way can you live up to his grace."
"Yes, I understand."
"I understand."
"That's good."
Nan Yan sat down and chatted with them for a while. Suddenly, she remembered something and glanced at the crowd: "By the way, where is Qi Qing?"
When Gu Qiqing was mentioned, a hint of gloom flashed across Gu Tingqiu's eyes.
Said: "She, I asked her to go to the attic."
"oh……"
Nan Yan raised her eyebrows slightly.
After all, she was also a daughter of the Si family, and knew the rules of these famous ladies. Some big families, worried that their daughters would have wild thoughts and make mistakes, would specially build an attic without even a staircase. The daughter lived on the second floor, and food, clothing, and other daily necessities were brought up through a small hole in bamboo baskets hung with hemp ropes.
However, why would a girl like Gu Qiqing, who is so well-behaved and obedient, be sent to the attic?
She said: "Uncle, this is——"
Gu Tingqiu said, "She has been sighing all the time these days for some reason. I will send her to the attic to let her calm down."
“…”
When Nan Yan heard this, she couldn't help but sigh in her heart.
She probably understood what was going on.
Young people are always passionate.
What's more, the King of Wei did have some feelings for her. As someone who had experienced this, how could Nan Yan not see it?
Gu Tingqiu may not know the details, but since his daughter has become like this, he naturally has to take care of it.
When Nan Yan thought of what Xu Shifeng said today, a hint of solemnity appeared in her eyes.
Seeing the Imperial Concubine like this, Gu Tingqiu thought for a moment and said, "Does the Empress have something to tell Qi Qing?"
“…”
Nan Yan thought for a moment before saying, "Not really."
“…”
"Uncle, Qiqing is a good girl. Uncle, please don't be too harsh on her."
Gu Tingqiu said, "I understand."
They chatted for a while, and seeing that it was getting late, Nan Yan got up and prepared to return to the palace.
As soon as I reached the door, I saw Si Muyun standing there respectfully.
She thought for a moment, then stopped and said, "Brother."
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