Chapter 116: Gu Menxi

Hearing this, even the usually optimistic Xing Zhao looked a little gloomy, not to mention Madam Xing.

He sighed and then spoke.

"It's still the same. All the family members are vegetarians and Buddhists. The whole Gu family is so quiet that no sound can be heard. I have persuaded them several times, but it's no use..."

"My aunt's health doesn't look as good as before. Although she's not as sad as some of my sisters-in-law, the more she holds it in, the more worried I become."

Hearing this, Shang Ji's expression darkened a lot.

When he was still at the Gu family in Jinling, everywhere was bustling with life and laughter.

But since a family died for their country, there is no going back.

Shang Ji clenched his fists, and his whole body exuded sadness.

Du Jingyi felt it, but didn't know where to get comfort to soothe the pain.

After a moment's silence, Shang Ji spoke.

"Once the General's Mansion is repaired, I will invite my grandmother and her family to live with us."

No matter what, having them by my side can bring me some comfort.

Hearing this, Mrs. Xing smiled bitterly and shook her head.

"You know my aunt's personality. How could she be willing to leave Jinling City and move into your general's mansion?"

She spoke, and she spoke the truth.

There is the foundation of the Gu family, as well as traces of the men of the Gu family.

Asking them to give up all that and move away from Jinling City is simply a fantasy.

"I think grandma won't want to stay for long, but if it's for my eighth sister's coming-of-age ceremony, we can keep grandma and my aunts for a few more days."

Du Jingyi mentioned this, Shang Ji looked at her and thought this was a good idea.

When Mrs. Xing heard this, she also nodded and said.

"Go and read the letter. Maybe my aunt and some of my sisters-in-law would be willing to go north."

After hearing this, Xueniang volunteered.

"Let me write the letter. Grandma always loves me and will definitely come."

That's right. Ever since Mrs. Gu passed away, Mrs. Gu has placed all her love for her daughter on her granddaughter.

Therefore, if Xue Niang wrote a letter, maybe she could really be invited to come.

But the journey is so tiring, and I don’t know if they can handle it.

So Xing Zhao brought it up.

"If the great grandmother wants to go north, then I will go to pick them up. Anyway, I am very familiar with both places. I will bring them here safely in a month at most."

Shang Ji had official business and could not leave Sui'an City at will, so Xing Zhao's words solved his problem.

Du Jingyi glanced at Xing Zhao, and then at Shang Zhiping.

I have to say, God has his own plans.

A few days ago they were still worried about the "master", but now that someone has come to their doorstep, they would rather not use him.

However, this was something that the couple had only discussed privately, and they had not yet formally told their eldest sister-in-law.

Anyway, it will take some time to send the letter and then receive it.

Take your time, there's no rush.

After solving this problem, Shang Ji finally had the mind to ask Madam Xing and the others about the purpose of their trip north.

Both mother and son told others that they had some matters to deal with at home, but no one had ever asked what these matters were.

There were too many people just now, so it was difficult to ask them all.

Now that they were the only family here, he naturally wanted to know.

"Aunt, did you go north this time for something important?"

Unexpectedly, Mrs. Xing was just like Xing Zhao, she just laughed it off and didn't say much.

"Well, it's just some household chores, it's nothing serious. If there's any trouble, I'll come find you, don't worry."

Seeing this, Shang Ji knew that this matter would not be simple.

Even family members have to hide a little, either because it concerns the royal family or family secrets.

Shang Ji understood, and Du Jingyi naturally understood too.

My eldest sister-in-law, Mrs. Liu, was not stupid either and understood about 70% of what was said.

The only people present were Shang Zhiping and Xue Niang, who were enjoying themselves being amused by Xing Zhao.

The two of them haven't been this happy for a long time.

Listening to this long-lost laughter, Shang Ji and Du Jingyi saw some calmness before the storm from Mrs. Xing's unspoken eyes.

As the clustered branches of flowers gradually withered, the weather in Sui'an City became colder and colder.

After the bustle of the Duke's Mansion returned to calm, things in Xitang Courtyard also became trivial.

For example, if you need to change into winter dresses and coats, everyone's clothes will also need to be changed carefully.

Every winter, the servants would receive two new coats.

They were all made by the Lujudai embroidery ladies.

Although the style is simple, the material is good, and there is plenty of cotton stuffed inside, so it is warm and not too bulky to wear in winter, and it is also convenient for work.

There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!

Now, the row of new clothes are neatly placed in the corridor, waiting for the servants to line up to pick them up. Therefore, Xitang Courtyard is more lively than ever today.

Although they were whispering excitedly, that was before Du Jingyi came out.

As soon as she walked out of the door, all the servants in the yard stood still and didn't say a word.

Seeing this, Du Jingyi was happy.

After all, such rules are what should exist in a noble family.

If they are all like those sneaky and gossipy people outside Dongyuan, they will be a nuisance if they are kept.

Thinking of this, I admired Butler He and Madam Dou even more.

The general's mansion will probably be able to live a peaceful life in the future.

So he smiled and said.

"We are distributing winter clothes today. The rules are the same as before, two sets for each person. When we get to the general's mansion, there will be other arrangements. You have all been with Dongyuan for many years, and you are trusted by the general and I. I hope you will not forget your original intention and work hard."

After saying that, he raised his hand.

Seeing this, the maid Cherry stepped forward and stood side by side with Lu Ju.

One person distributes the items, and another person is responsible for signing with fingerprints to receive them.

It's quite harmonious.

However, in addition to winter clothes, everyone also received a small purse.

It doesn't look very noticeable, but it feels quite substantial in the hand.

Seeing this, everyone was puzzled.

However, Mrs. Cai, who was standing next to them, smiled with her eyes curved and started talking.

"This purse contains a little gift from the young lady. We are moving soon, so please be more attentive."

Seeing this, all the servants looked very happy.

This small but heavy reward must be made of either gold or silver. Otherwise, if it were copper coins, it would not be so easy to hold.

Some of them were curious and quietly opened it and took a look.

Sure enough, there were some golden melon seeds inside. If you counted them carefully, they were equivalent to half a year's wages for them.

Such a generous reward naturally made everyone excited.

Being loyal does not mean being poor. In Du Jingyi's opinion, loyalty requires enough money to be satisfied.

This way it can last longer.

After everyone received what they deserved, they all respectfully thanked their young mistress.

Following her, the good days will probably continue in the future.

Therefore, everyone was eager to work in the general's mansion as soon as possible.

The mood was quite high.

Seeing this, Du Jingyi waved his hand and told everyone to disperse.

(End of this chapter)