Chapter 14 He is a bastard! "This prince is right here, could it be that you...
When they first met, she guessed that the other party was from a powerful family, and she did not just deduce one or two things from his extraordinary guards and words, actions and clothing. In fact, it was more like a vague feeling.
The Yan family has been practicing medicine for generations, and their tradition is outstanding. Doctors can read people's faces, and they actually know a little about physiognomy.
The sun and the sky can show the appearance of dragon and phoenix.
That was what she was thinking at the time, but because this description was only used for royal relatives and nobles of all dynasties, or the most outstanding people in the royal family who could inherit the throne.
Therefore, it cannot be spoken of and is a taboo.
She wasn't sure whether such a powerful person would come to the small place of Yancheng in person to connect with the old case.
Now it's confirmed.
It turns out that they are really from the Heavenly Family.
And he is the Prince of Yan who has followed his father and grandfather in battles since he was a child.
The first among all the princes.
If Prince Yan was once expected by everyone to be the crown prince, then he would be the crown prince that everyone tacitly accepted.
Now, this prince with the most noble status in the empire came up step by step with no intention of stopping. Yan Siqing was slightly stunned and could only step back. His expression was a little tense, and he didn't understand what he meant.
The impression I had when I first met him returned: powerful, but cunning, with the mischievous spirit of a playboy who teases others.
But she could feel the strong aggression from the young dignitaries.
Under such pressure, she had to step back a step and return to the gate of the Shen family to look at this person...
Fortunately, Jiang Hui also stopped and glanced at Zhou who was behind Yan Siqing. Zhou looked a little heavy. When she learned that Jiang Hui was the prince's son, she knew that the situation was more complicated than she had expected. Yan Siqing's previous words and deeds had made her worry, and now they were right in front of her.
This prince from Chang'an is the real danger.
Zhou was about to say something.
"Madam Zhou, the situation is like this now. Do you think this prince can come to your Shen family just for personal matters?"
Zhou frowned. She could sense the other party's dissatisfaction with the Shen family, but she couldn't tell whether he was good or evil towards Yan Siqing.
But once he got involved in the case of that year and it was related to the factional struggle between the two princes in the court, Yan Siqing would inevitably find it difficult to protect himself.
"If it's official business, your Highness, the entire Shen family will naturally cooperate fully. The culprit has been brought to justice, and General Lin is also being pursued. If there's a place in Guangzhou Prefecture where my grandfather and grandson can testify, we will certainly do it. Your Highness encountered danger and suffered tonight, but fortunately he was so brave that he strangled the thief and snatched him away. That's truly remarkable."
"But you are of noble status. We don't know if General Lin and the people behind him will become desperate. If you have other plans, all of our Shen family's ships and cavalry are willing to obey your orders."
The elderly like to eat salty and spicy food, and have a strong taste. Moreover, they are of a higher generation, so they are much more convenient than Yan Siqing. They can pretend to be a little confused and just brush it off.
Fortunately, although Jiang Hui was cunning, he did not bully the elderly. His eyes swept over the trust and reliance between the two generations, and he restrained a lot of his sharpness and handed the spear to Ruo Zhao who was coming up from behind.
"We really can't stay in Yanzhou for long."
"Now they dare to assassinate me, let alone you, Miss Yan."
His name is wrong.
But no one dared to find fault, and everyone understood his hidden meaning.
He wanted to leave, but Yan Siqing couldn't keep him.
Yan Siqing paused, but Zhou spoke first, "This isn't the place to discuss matters right now. Could Your Highness please come inside?"
It is more appropriate for an elder to invite you into his house than for you to invite him.
Jiang Hui originally wanted to finalize the matter here and not give Yan Siqing a chance to avoid it. She had to go to Chang'an.
He doesn't care about anything else.
But since the other party invited...
Noticing the discussions of the people around him, he glanced at the young woman standing quietly beside him, frowning gracefully.
Thinking about how she was just...
Jiang Hui's heart wavered slightly, but he finally gave in and was a bit polite. "The villains are rampant. This prince has no choice but to handle this matter on official business. I have to take care of everything and report to the court. I apologize for disturbing you."
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When they entered the mansion, the lotus pond was in a mess. People crowded past, pretending not to see them. Zhou decided to hold the negotiation in the open square pavilion.
It is surrounded by guards and is not closed. Not far away is a lotus pond surrounded by silt.
Zhou knew that Jiang Hui didn't want to talk to her. How could a prince care about the opinion of an old merchant woman?
Although she was worried about Yan Siqing, she didn't want to let her talk to the prince alone about something that was bound to be disadvantageous to her, but if she forced him, she was afraid of angering him.
So when they were struggling, Yan Siqing first asked her to go back and see her little daughter.
"Thank you, Grandma."
Zhou had no choice but to leave. After leaving the Sifang Pavilion, she walked a few steps and looked back.
Seeing Jiang Hui take a few steps, Zhou paused, worried that the former would bully others by relying on his status. As a result, the man did not approach Yan Siqing, but stood on the windward side of the Sifang Pavilion.
As soon as he blocked the way, the strong wind that was originally mixed with a few wet and cool raindrops was stopped, and the fluttering black hair and the trailing skirt also calmed down.
The wind and rain came at night, shaking the twigs and swaying the last joints.
Yan Siqing, who was raising his hand to smooth his hair, was stunned for a moment, lowered his eyes, and continued to smooth his hair. The inky black hair slipped through his cold and soft fingers, then fell down, and he stood quietly.
"Miss Yan, regarding what happened tonight, putting aside the oppression and bullying you received from us high and mighty people, and your reluctance to accept it, have you considered anything else?"
Jiang Hui's opening words were beyond Yan Siqing's expectations. She had thought that he would come straight to the point and put pressure on her, asking her to go to Chang'an to give a confession that would be favorable to Prince Yan - even now she didn't know how the two princes were going to fight with their own old case.
She had her suspicions in her heart, but she didn't dare to ask, for fear of falling into the trap that the other party had already prepared.
“I have thought about it.”
"For example, whether General Lin still has any room for counterattack. After all, the evidence may not be conclusive. But after thinking about it, I feel that I am worrying too much."
"To me before, and to him now, we are all the same. There is no distinction between high and low."
The official status of the Lin family, and even He Zhihong, are difficult for the Shen family and Yan Siqing to deal with.
Class difference.
But less than a day later, at night, she experienced the humiliation of being as lowly as an ant.
In front of Jiang Hui and the Wang Mansion, the Lin family became ants.
In fact, it doesn’t matter whether the evidence is true or false, big or small, or whether it is made of iron or weathered gravel.
Just brush it off lightly.
Jiang Hui did not deny this inherent power oppression, because it had been like this throughout the dynasties and would not change in the future.
"As long as they are human beings, as long as they are a group of people, all living things will eventually be like this."
"Unless you're always concerned about whether it's right or wrong."
Right or wrong?
Talk about right and wrong with royal relatives?
If there really is right and wrong, and if it is right and wrong that can be investigated, then her tolerance of the old case of family annihilation over the years is the greatest act of filial piety.
Yan Siqing didn't know whether this prince was mocking and teasing her, or... anyway, she was amused.
It was both a helpless smile and a smile of knowledge and wisdom.
A person is full of ambition when he is young and passionate, and when he is ignorant and fearless.
The more you know and the older you get, the more you know about accidents and accidents, and you look ahead and behind, and remain silent.
She knew she didn't have the energy anymore.
That's why I find it funny.
The smile quickly faded.
Because Jiang Hui was staring at her.
"Your Highness, there is no right or wrong in matters of family and country. We ordinary people also have to rely on the rule of the court and the security of the country to live a peaceful life before we can talk about the economy and people's livelihood."
"I don't care about this."
Jiang Hui: "That's great. So there's nothing wrong with everyone striving for progress and fame and fortune. What do you think?"
Yan Siqing felt that this person seemed to be gradually advancing and trying to bewitch her.
Is he trying to convince her? Not really. She couldn't resist his words at all.
"Your Highness is quite right. Farmers cultivate the land diligently, businesses run businesses profitably, and supply the needs of the people. Tax revenue and finance are provided to the borderlands of the country. Economic and cultural examinations are all important things. Fame, wealth, and honor are all included in them. They are all good things. When everyone works hard, the country becomes strong. This is how it should be."
She was flawless and explained his guidance, which was deliberately directed at her personally, in a comprehensive way, which turned out to be a great truth.
It is also a fundamental principle for governing a country and ruling the world.
Jiang Hui was also surprised and couldn't help but look at her more carefully.
After looking at each other for a moment, Yan Siqing turned away and stood beside the bright red pillar of the pavilion. The light from the lamp made the skin of her face and neck look even whiter.
The coolness after the rain came.
Jiang Hui glanced at her thin skirt, then turned away, saying seriously, "What Miss Yan said is quite true."
"So, if there's a better opportunity for fame and fortune, one that would allow you to resist the oppression of the powerful tonight, and give you more power and connections to protect yourself and even others, why wouldn't you choose it?"
“Isn’t it laziness to know the truth but not do it?”
Yan Siqing: “….”
She had long been wary of the other party's intentions, and guessed that this man was laying the groundwork in order to further control her. If he forced her, she would more or less weigh the pros and cons and resist, but if he tempted her with benefits, she would cooperate more and be under his control.
Lowering her head slightly, Yan Siqing softened her tone, "Your Highness, I am just a commoner, and a woman. Since you know the history and human nature, you must also know the difficulties we women face. The road to fame and fortune has never been clear. Even in the ordinary merchant economy, most women will be criticized for their reputation. You have seen what happened before. I am a widow, and I am often picky. I have to take everyone into consideration in everything, and I have a big family behind me. I am not like you, Your Highness, who was born a man and can travel thousands of miles."
She was sincere in her reasoning and explanation, trying to appear weak so that the other party would let her go.
After all, from the previous glimpse, we saw that this person was somewhat courteous to female elders, which showed that he was well-educated and not an ordinary domineering and powerful person, so we started from this aspect.
result.
Jiang Hui: "You and Chen Zangyu have a really good relationship."
His tone suddenly turned cold.
Yan Siqing: “?”
This person's words and thoughts were so confusing that she was confused.
Yan Siqing lowered her eyes and said, "My husband really treats me very well. The Shen family, especially my grandmother, treats me well too."
Jiang Hui: “….”
After a while, the pavilion became much quieter.
After a while.
Jiang Hui: "It's their business if they treat you well, but it's your ability if you can meet more people who treat you well."
"Mrs. Yan seems to have no idea of her own abilities."
Yan Siqing endured it for a moment, thinking that it would be better for this person to be straightforward and use force to oppress others, rather than talking nonsense like that.
"Your Highness is right. I will try to get in touch with more powerful and kind people and make many good friends."
Jiang Hui felt that although this man was good at doing business, what he said to others was always so pleasant to the ear, but why did it sound so irritating to him?
But there is nothing to complain about, after all, it was started by me.
"You are already an exceptional individual. Look up and choose a new place to live. You will surely have a bright future."
"There's no need to think about the future. There are already perfect candidates right now."
He patiently persuaded her and finally revealed her ultimate goal, but after hearing it, Yan Siqing's expression froze.
Many people have said this to her before.
The purpose is very consistent.
That's all I want.
Including bastards like Lin Chenguang.
Seeing her expression, Jiang Hui thought she was still trying to play dumb, so he took a step closer, put his hands behind his back, straightened his back, and said lightly with both pride and arrogance.
"This prince is right here. Do you have any other choice?"
Finally, Yan Yiqing's annoyance showed on her snow-white cheeks, her lips were pursed, and she said nothing.
He is such a bastard! He makes her feel even more depressed than Lin Chenguang.
Jiang Hui was stunned for a moment, then reacted, feeling a little embarrassed. He took a step back, looked outside the pavilion, and quickly explained, "This prince meant that you are very good at business, very capable and intelligent, and good at strategizing and solving problems. You are considered a leading figure in Chang'an."
"Since you are such a bright pearl, why should you let it be covered in dust? You should go to Chang'an and seek a bright future."
"My elder sister, Princess Huiyuan, has many businesses under her, and she's in need of talent like you."
"That's not my intention, unless I, the prince, don't want to lose my dignity and my family's upbringing."
He was speaking from the heart.
Hmm? Yan Yiqing's expression improved, but he was still embarrassed. He stepped to the other side of the pillar and looked at the Shen family's servants who were cleaning the mud by the lotus pond all night long.
During this short move, she had already thought about it and knew that the incident in Chang'an was definitely unavoidable. If she really went there, it would be good to have a title.
Since the other party offered it, she had no room to refuse.
"The reputation of the Grand Princess Huiyuan is known even as far away as Yancheng. If such an opportunity arises, I would certainly welcome it. Thank you, Your Highness, for the recommendation."
Jiang Hui smiled and said, "Then follow me tomorrow."
So fast?
Yan Siqing was stunned, his lips moved, and he wanted to say something.
Jiang Hui suddenly said, "Old Madam Zhou mentioned earlier that she wanted to arrange for your Shen family's boat to escort us back to Chang'an by water, away from the eyes and ears of the bad guys. Is that correct?"
Yan Siqing lowered his eyes: "Yes, Your Highness."
Jiang Hui came over.
"It's a good intention. I believe it."
"That's it, then."
"I will not stay in your house tonight."
"Lest those gossipers from Yancheng make you unhappy again, Madam."
Yan Siqing turned sideways, said farewell to the man and walked away.
But her mind was neither clear nor numb, her nerves were tense, and a strong pressure forced her to come up with one or two extreme thoughts.
Yancheng, we really can’t stay here.
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