Chapter 178 Suspension and Rest
That same day, Prince Ying went before the emperor and complained harshly about Wei Lingze, saying that he was irrational when angry, like a mad dog, biting whoever he caught. Not to mention serving before the emperor, even going out could bring danger to others.
Although there are many personal emotions of King Ying mixed in here, his considerations are also real.
Wei Lingze couldn't even trust the person next to him, and he hurt her with the intention of catching someone cheating. If he had broken into Princess Hengyang's instead of Prince Ying's Zen temple, wouldn't the two women have died under his sword?
Early the next morning, someone from the palace came to the Wei family and announced the dismissal of Wei Lingze from his post.
Along with the palace maids came the imperial physician from the Imperial Medical Bureau.
The imperial physician carefully examined Wei Lingze and prescribed medicine to calm his mind. He even advised him to eat light and refreshing food to avoid getting angry.
Yun personally escorted the imperial physician and the palace attendant who delivered the imperial edict out of the palace. After giving them both bribes, she tentatively asked, "When will my son be able to resume his duties?"
The palace attendant who delivered the decree immediately said, "It all depends on when Young Master Wei can fully recover. After all, serving before the Emperor is to protect His Majesty's safety, and there is no room for error."
"Then Imperial Physician Meng, when do you think my son will be fully recovered?"
When Yun pressed the issue, Imperial Physician Meng sighed and said, "Young Master Wei's situation is very special, and I dare not guarantee anything. However, as long as Young Master Wei cultivates his character, he will be able to return to his post over time."
The Wei family has some relationship with Imperial Physician Meng, but Imperial Physician Meng doesn't dare to guarantee that Wei Lingze will recover soon, so it will be difficult for Wei Lingze to resume his job.
Yun's heart sank. The palace attendant who was in charge of delivering the imperial edict consoled her, "Madam, don't worry too much. His Majesty greatly admires Young Master Wei's talent. Prince Ying originally wanted to punish Young Master Wei for concealing the truth, but His Majesty, mindful of Young Master Wei's past contributions, not only spared him but also preserved his position. This shows that His Majesty still values Young Master Wei very much."
The implication is that His Majesty has done his utmost by not punishing Wei Lingze. In the days to come, Wei Lingze should stay at home and cultivate his temper, and not rush to think about reinstating his job.
Yun quickly showed a grateful expression: "Your Majesty is right. Your Majesty is wise and powerful. The Wei family is grateful to you."
After seeing the two off, Yun went to see Wei Lingze.
The atmosphere in the yard was cold and the air pressure was very low. The servants were kneeling on the ground, and the house was in a mess. Xingzhou was kneeling on the ground with his forehead bleeding. Wei Lingze stood in the house with a gloomy face, like an angry trapped beast.
Even though this was her own son, Yun couldn't help but tremble at the sight of him.
If people in the palace saw Wei Lingze like this, he would probably lose his official position.
Yun asked Xingzhou to find the court doctor to bandage his wounds. She also raised the monthly wages for the servants in the courtyard. After dismissing everyone, she walked up to Wei Lingze and said, "Imperial Physician Meng said that there's nothing serious wrong with your body. You just need to take the medicine and recuperate. Why are you so angry?"
"Since there's nothing wrong with my body, why do I need to take medicine?" Wei Lingze asked, and before Yun could speak, he asked again, "Did His Majesty say when I can resume my duties?"
"The most important thing for you right now is to control your temper. We can talk about reinstating your job later."
Yun did not give a clear answer. The aura around Wei Lingze became violent, and he became visibly bloodthirsty and terrifying.
"Ze'er, you've been in a really bad mood recently. You've hurt He'er several times, including this time. How could you trust others' words and catch He'er committing adultery, and even offend Prince Ying..."
"Enough!" Wei Lingze interrupted Yun with a roar, "Get out, I want to be alone for a while."
As he spoke, Wei Lingze kicked over the small stool in front of him.
He is very angry now and can't listen to anything.
Yun pursed her lips, and finally said nothing, then got up and went to Lingfeng Courtyard.
In Lingfeng Courtyard, Xiao Qinghe was mixing perfume with Quezhi. When she heard that Yun had arrived, she immediately went out to greet her, "Mother."
Xiao Qinghe's face was calm, without any sign of grievance.
Yun held her hand and sighed, "He'er, you've been wronged. Ze'er has been really outrageous this time. His Majesty has suspended him from his post. In two days, I will personally escort him back to the Xiao family with you to apologize. From now on, he will reflect on his mistakes at home and is not allowed to go anywhere!"
There were many pilgrims at Yunshan Temple. The news that Wei Lingze went to catch the adulterer and killed Prince Ying's guards in anger had already spread throughout Hanjing. Even if Xiao Qinghe did not return to the Xiao family to cry, the Xiao family already knew everything.
Wei Lingze went to catch the adulterer without any evidence. Not only did he not trust Xiao Qinghe, he also did not take the Xiao family seriously and humiliated the Xiao family.
Xiao Qinghe said calmly, "I'll follow mother's instructions."
Xiao Qinghe was very obedient, but since Wei Lingze pinched her last time, she hired a security guard in Lingfengyuan and handed over all the matters at hand to the Yun family. This time, after returning from Yunshan Temple, she stayed in Lingfengyuan and did not leave. Now that she heard that Wei Lingze was suspended, she was indifferent.
If this continues, the rift between the couple will only get bigger.
At present, Wei Lingze’s reinstatement is nowhere in sight. If he loses the support of the Xiao family, it will be even more difficult for him to move forward.
Yun's eyes turned red with heartache, and she told Xiao Qinghe about the past in detail.
Wei Lingze came from a good family, but he did not have the bad habits of a playboy. He studied hard since he was young, and never cried or made a fuss even when he got injured all over his body while practicing martial arts. Later, when he joined the captain's camp for training, he ate and lived with the soldiers and never gave them special treatment.
He became famous at a young age and should have had a bright future, but he was seriously injured and paralyzed, and all the praise turned into regret.
"The injury was a huge blow to Ze'er. He went through a lot of hardship to heal his leg. He tried everything, but his leg just wouldn't work. He couldn't stand up, ride a horse, or wield a sword anymore. He could only lie in bed, even having to rely on others for help with eating, drinking, and going to the bathroom. It was more painful than killing him."
Although Wei Lingze has recovered now, Yun still can't help crying when she mentions the past.
Xiao Qinghe could understand. She wiped Yun's tears and comforted her softly, "Mother, it's all over. He's getting better now."
Yun shook her head and said, "Although Ze'er's physical injuries have healed, the pain in his heart remains. That's why he couldn't control himself and hurt you several times. He'er, please put aside your grievances and spend some time with him."
"When mother says 'accompany', does she want me to be obedient and stay with him every step of the way my aunt did before?"
Chunxi is a maid, so it is her duty to take care of Wei Lingze meticulously, but Xiao Qinghe is different. She is the apple of the Xiao family's eye and the young lady of the Wei family who is married in a formal ceremony. It is impossible for her to coax Wei Lingze all the time like a maid.
Yun paused and said, "You don't have to go to that extent. I just want you to spend more time with him. After all, you are husband and wife."
Xiao Qinghe nodded: "I can go with him, but I have to bring my guards with me."
"How can this be possible?" Yun refused directly. Realizing that this seemed a bit heartless, she softened her tone. "Suspension is a huge blow to Ze'er. If He'er brings guards with her, it will only irritate him."
"What if the eldest young master hurts the young lady again?"
Quezhi couldn't help but speak, and Yun quickly comforted her: "No, Ze'er has realized his mistake and will not hurt He'er again."
Yun made repeated assurances, and Xiao Qinghe did not refuse anymore. As soon as Yun left, he went to see Wei Lingze.
However, not long after, Yun received news that Wei's father had taken Wei Lingze to the ancestral hall to be punished according to family rules.
When Yun rushed to the ancestral hall, Wei Lingze had already been beaten to a bloody pulp.
Xiao Qinghe stood aside with his eyes downcast, one of his cheeks swollen.
Yun's eyelids twitched. These two people didn't look like a couple at all, they looked more like enemies!
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