Chapter 23 Father and Daughter

Mr. Du smiled so hard that his eyes narrowed into slits, and his round body looked very plump.

Especially with a pair of big drooping earrings like the Buddha, it is obvious that she is a blessed person! The Gu family is different from the Shang family.

They are a famous and promising family in Jinling City. They have many descendants, and all of them are capable of both literature and martial arts.

Back then, the founding emperor of Daxing was able to successfully overthrow the old dynasty. Although he had the help of his brothers who risked their lives to escort him in the uprising, he also needed the strong support of prominent families like the Gu family in Jinling City.

Even the marriage relationship between the Shang and Gu families was determined after Old Master Shang rescued Old Marshal Gu.

Otherwise, given Shang Yukuan's family background and status, it would be simply a fantasy for him to marry into the family of Mrs. Gu.

It’s a pity that no matter how much gratitude and affection there is, it cannot withstand the sudden collapse of the Gu family.

It is really sad to see such a loyal family being killed in the Battle of Kimcheon.

When Jinling City was mentioned, Shang Ji was stunned for a moment, but was soon interrupted by Du Jingyi's words.

"Dad, where is the gold belt that your daughter had made for you? Why don't you see you wearing it? Don't you like it?"

This was the first time Shang Ji saw Du Jingyi so smart and lively.

His round and tender face was full of mischief.

A pair of bright eyes looked at Master Du from time to time, with a hint of cunning in them.

One can tell at first glance that it is also a little fox that has become a spirit, but it is just wearing sheep's clothing and pretends to be well-behaved on weekdays.

Mr. Du pretended to hum twice and then complained.

"How dare you say that? That golden belt is so heavy that I can't even walk when I wear it. How can I show it off outside? Aren't you afraid that someone will get jealous and snatch it away?"

Du Jingyi burst out laughing when he heard that, then spread his hands and said innocently.

"Daddy, you are wrongly accusing me. I thought you were too fat and carefree these years, so I asked someone to make a gold belt for you to wear, so that it can remind you to eat less and move more. Who asked you to wear it outside to show off?"

Mr. Du reached out and touched his round belly, and immediately burst into laughter.

Seeing this, Du Jingyi also patted his father's belly with a smile, causing everyone to laugh.

This scene of loving father and filial daughter was seen every day in the Du family in the past. Otherwise, there would not have been the "rumor" that Mr. Du loved his daughter as much as his life.

But ever since both daughters got married, there has been no more laughter and joy like this.

Now that the father-daughter relationship of the past can be restored, the four maids and Mother Cai who came back with Du Jingyi are also full of joy.

Joking is enough, but we still have to do our business.

Today is the return visit ceremony, and according to the rules, the Du couple must accept the ceremony of kneeling and drinking tea from Shang Ji and Du Jingyi.

But due to Shang Ji's current status, he cancelled the kneeling and just offered tea.

Therefore, the Du couple sat at the top, with no cushion placed in front of them.

When Du Jingyi saw it, he understood.

State etiquette is more important than family rules, and at the same time, merchants are less important than court officials.

An eternal truth.

There was a hint of disappointment in his eyes, but he could do nothing about it.

"Second Miss, Second Uncle serves tea."

Mother Cai next to her brought the lacquer tray and then shouted loudly.

Shang Ji brought out a lamp, then tossed his clothes and knelt down.

Such behavior shocked the people present.

The master of the Du family quickly waved his hands, stepped forward to help him, and spoke nervously.

"No, no, Second Uncle, please get up quickly."

Upon hearing this, Shang Ji respectfully held the teacup and spoke to the two elders of the Du family.

"I should have presented this tea to my father-in-law and mother-in-law three years ago, but due to my duty as a son-in-law, I had to delay it until today. I hope my father-in-law and mother-in-law can forgive me."

Du Jingyi next to him was surprised, but he quickly knelt down as well.

He also held a cup of tea in his hand, restrained his playful attitude, and looked more sincere than usual.

"Dad, Mom, it was not easy for you to give birth to me. Now that your daughter is married, it is only natural for her to bring her husband back to offer tea. There is no need to refuse. Drink it quickly."

After hearing what they said, the Du couple looked at each other.

After nodding slightly, he immediately took the tea from the two people's hands and took a big sip to show his appreciation.

There was a look of relief in the eyes of the two elders.

She was touched that her daughter was valued by her husband, and she also treated Shang Ji, her son-in-law, differently.

"Okay, get up, get up."

As Mrs. Du spoke, she stood up and helped the two of them.

Then someone brought up a tray with a simple box on it. It was not big and didn't look too heavy.

Shang Ji didn't understand, so he didn't know how to answer.

But Du Jingyi saw it clearly.

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

That was the wealth accumulated by the Du family over the years. How could they take it out?

Could it be that my second uncle and sixth uncle are here to force me again?

His face looked much more gloomy than before.

Mrs. Du also saw her daughter's expression, but she still appeared calm and continued speaking.

"My son-in-law is back. You and your wife should live a peaceful life. This is a small token of our love. We hope you and your wife will live happily together until old age."

Shang Ji heard this and clasped his fists and said.

"Don't worry, mother-in-law. I'll keep it in mind."

The respectful and pious attitude made the Du couple feel at ease.

Seeing this, Du Jingyi showed a lot of worry in his eyes.

But because her husband Shang Ji was present, she couldn't ask directly, so she could only take the box and speak softly.

"My daughter will take good care of it."

Mr. Du reached out and stroked her hair gently as he did in the past, without saying anything more.

But the concern and care shown moved everyone present.

Just as a few people were feeling sentimental but did not say anything, they heard hurried footsteps coming from the door.

Then the butler Liu Bo came running in with an unhappy look on his face and said something.

"Master, Madam, someone from our family is here."

Hearing this, Shang Ji could clearly feel that his wife's originally calm mood was tinged with sadness, and soon she revealed her anger.

It looks like this person from this family is not welcome by the host family.

However, he didn't know the full picture at the moment, so it was difficult for him to comment.

So he just stood there with his hands behind his back and didn't say anything.

But if you look closely, his expression has returned to the same cold and stern look he had in the Duke's Mansion.

Mr. Du and Mrs. Du frowned. These people were really shameless.

It had been made clear long ago that no outsiders were allowed to disturb us today, but they still came up one after another.

They knew what he was thinking with their toes, so naturally they didn't look happy.

So, Mrs. Du made a prompt decision and spoke immediately.

"Uncle Liu, please invite them to the Maodixuan. The master and I will be there later."

"Yes, ma'am."

(End of this chapter)