They left the Yin residence.
Yin Wenxuan subconsciously turned around and glanced at the plaque above the main entrance.
She boarded the carriage and, with a touch of self-deprecation, spoke to her personal maid: "I still remember when I got married, my mother held my hand and said that no matter what happens in the future, my family will always be my strongest support."
But what about now?
She sneered, "You saw it too, such a small matter, and my sister-in-law kept making excuses, even my mother... She is Zijin's maternal grandmother, but in the end, she is a married daughter who is like water spilled out. How can a grandson be as close as a biological grandson!"
"What will my son be when Qin Sheng has another son in the future?"
The personal maid, who had left the Yin family with Yin Wenxuan years ago, couldn't help but say as she spoke, "Although it's better to rely on yourself than to ask others for help, Madam Yin's attitude is indeed disheartening. But please don't be sad, Madam. Our young master Zijin is promising. Just be patient, and better days will come."
Yin Wenxuan wiped her eyes with a handkerchief and nodded: "Yes, my Zijin has a bright future ahead of him, and there will be times when they come begging to him!"
The maid nodded: "I hope you think that way."
...
Despite her tears and complaints, Yin Wenxuan did not give up when it came to her son's future.
Qin Sheng only found out that Yin Wenxuan had set her sights on Madam Qin after someone from the Qin family sent a message to her.
After reading the letter, Qin Sheng's face darkened.
Yin Wenxuan secretly sent a gift to Madam Qin before sending the invitation, so that Madam Qin would have no reason not to see her.
Madam Qin knew that Yin Wenxuan had come to her because of her son's apprenticeship under Grand Secretary Nian.
In her letter, my mother said that she would help to speak to my eldest uncle about this matter, but whether he would ultimately agree or not would depend on him.
"Madam said that you are now a member of the Yin family, so it's best not to be too rigid in your social interactions. At the very least, everyone should maintain appearances," said the maid who delivered the message.
Qin Sheng didn't speak, and carefully read her mother's letter again.
A moment later, Qin Sheng had someone prepare pen, ink, paper, and inkstone, and carefully wrote back to his mother.
The maid from the Qin household had just left with the letter when Xuemei arrived, bringing two purses, which she said she had embroidered herself.
Qin Sheng had Qiao'er accept the purse, and then heard Xue Mei say casually, "I heard that the Lord has been staying at Mingyue Pavilion these past few days. This Aunt Ye can actually dance. I really didn't know that."
Qin Sheng flipped through the ledger in her hand and said, "There are many things you haven't noticed."
"..."
Xuemei didn't know if the lady had figured something out, so she didn't dare to continue provoking her and left after sitting for a while.
...
Qin Sheng didn't receive a letter from Madam Qin, but instead received an invitation from the Yu family.
The Yu family owns a plot of land outside Beijing, where they have planted many plum trees. The invitation was sent by Bi, the daughter-in-law of Old Madam Yu, inviting Qin Sheng to go to the outskirts of Beijing to admire the plum blossoms.
Qin Sheng personally replied to the post.
After returning home, I went to Songliu Courtyard to discuss this matter with Old Madam Yin.
Madam Yin figured that it was probably her aunt's idea for Bi to invite Qin Sheng out, and that it was definitely for Xiu Xiu's marriage, so she didn't bother to care.
The date listed in the post is three days from now.
Qin Sheng ran into Yin Wenxiao, who had just come out of Mingyue Pavilion, as she went out.
Perhaps it was because he had been indulging in excessive sexual activity with Ye Jiaoniang these past few days, but he looked listless and lacking in energy.
"..."
Upon suddenly seeing Qin Sheng, Yin Wenxiao felt a sudden pang of guilt, for some reason.
His gaze swept over her, and Qin Sheng was wearing a light pink, front-opening coral dress with cloud patterns, covered by a fiery red fox fur cloak. Her hair accessories were simple, with only a seven-treasure jade hairpin. She was without makeup, yet her face was as beautiful as a lotus, pure and stunning. The natural noble and graceful temperament she exuded made her seem somewhat unapproachable.
Yin Wenxiao was momentarily stunned.
Qin Sheng was a little impatient. When she saw his eyes looking at her, she called out, "Lord."
"..."
Yin Wenxiao then realized what was happening, cleared his throat, and seeing her posture, asked, "Are you going out?"
Qin Sheng nodded: "My aunt's eldest cousin sent me an invitation to go to the outskirts of Beijing to admire the plum blossoms."
She was accompanied by her two maids, Qiao'er and Fei Cui, who were part of her dowry. The carriages and horses were already prepared at the door, and there were also ten guards accompanying her.
I haven't heard of any plum blossoms blooming in Beijing this season, but it's different outside the city. Besides plum blossoms, the early winter scenery is also quite beautiful.
Yin Wenxiao nodded, "Be careful on the road."
Until they got into the carriage.
Qin Sheng's furrowed brows finally relaxed; Yin Wenxiao's blunt gaze had made her very uncomfortable.
"lady……"
Emerald naturally saw where the Earl had come from, and she said with some concern, "It seems that the Earl has been staying at Aunt Ye's place recently and hasn't been to Rainbow Courtyard."
What was he doing at Rainbow Academy?
Qin Sheng pursed her lips and said, "Aunt Mei is pregnant. What can he do at Rainbow Courtyard? He might as well go to Bright Moon Pavilion."
"..."
The two maids, who were not married, blushed and looked at each other in bewilderment upon hearing this.
In the house.
Yin Wenxiao was summoned by Old Madam Yin.
When he arrived, Granny Shi glanced at him, said nothing, closed the door, and stood guard outside.
"Wenxiao, come here." Old Madam Yin seemed to be in a good mood.
After Yin Wenxiao arrived, Old Madam Yin said, "Yan Shu suffered from floods first this year, and now, even though it's only the beginning of winter, it's already snowing heavily. I heard the snow was so heavy that it even collapsed some houses. Your brother-in-law has been drinking with some old friends these past few days, and I heard that the Regent has been extremely busy with disaster relief efforts in Yan Shu."
Yin Wenxiao's heart stirred.
"Disaster relief has always been a lucrative business, but since the Regent executed two corrupt officials two years ago, it has become a hot potato."
Madam Yin took a sip of tea. "But if this task is handled well and resolves the major concerns of the Regent and His Majesty, then it will be a great achievement."
"You mean---" Yin Wenxiao's heart began to beat slightly faster.
If the Regent and His Majesty entrust this matter to him...
However, Yin Wenxiao sighed again after a short while. Now that he was suspended from his post and at home, how could His Majesty and the Regent possibly remember who he was?
“You,” Old Madam Yin looked at him and shook her head, “think about it, on your wife’s side, your father-in-law, your brother-in-law, your wife’s uncle, aren’t they all favorites of the Regent and His Majesty?”
"..."
In the end, the conversation still came down to Qin Sheng.
Madam Yin looked at him and said, "There's something you might not know. When Ah Sheng was young... she was engaged to the Regent."
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