Chapter 251 The Xie Family
Qin Jinzhi expressionlessly put away the gold thread.
"If you have too much free time, go to the camp to train the soldiers."
Huo Tingshan changed his expression and said, "Xiao Bao, don't be angry. Uncle Huo hasn't seen you for a long time, and I don't know what else I can teach you."
They couldn't tell at all that life and death had just been decided by Qin Jinzhi's single thought.
He looked at the ball of gold thread in Qin Jinzhi's hand.
"I knew this kid was looking for this soft gold thread everywhere to give to you."
Qin Jinzhi hung the gold ball back on her waist. "Don't worry about the rumors in the army. They'll disappear once we find the mole."
Huo Tingshan laughed heartily, "Your Uncle Huo has spent his whole life in the military, how could I be afraid of such a small rumor?"
Qin Jinzhi looked at Huo Tingshan speechlessly, "Stop messing around with the old man."
He then turned to leave, and Huo Tingshan immediately called out, "Where are you going? Dinner's almost ready!"
Qin Jinzhi waved her hand, "I have an appointment."
She boarded the carriage and arrived at the Pei residence.
Nowadays, everyone in the Pei family treats Qin Jinzhi with utmost respect.
Pei Qing and his family waited together in the front hall.
Even Pei Hong was among them.
Upon seeing Qin Jinzhi, Pei Qing stepped forward and said, "Princess."
Qin Jinzhi raised an eyebrow. "Grand Tutor Pei, you're too kind."
Pei Qing extended her hand, "Princess, the food is ready, this way please."
After saying that, everyone went to the dining hall together.
Pei Qing led Qin Jinzhi to the main seat and then said to her, "Princess, Elder Lu is unwell, so I asked him to wait in the back room. I will send someone to fetch him now."
Qin Jinzhi nodded.
Of all the people at the dinner table, Qin Jinzhi, the outsider, was the most relaxed.
The Pei family members were all very reserved.
Who is Pei Qing? He is the head of the Pei family.
He actually decided to follow a notoriously spoiled young princess.
This shows just how cunning this princess is.
Having suffered greatly, Pei Hong, after hearing his father and son recount Qin Jinzhi's deeds over the past few days, realized that the princess's scheme was truly child's play.
The Pei family paved the way for Pei Jinnian for many years, but it was not as effective as this princess's brief scheme.
Pei Hong's wife was even more afraid of this princess.
The atmosphere suddenly became somewhat eerie.
Before long, a servant from the Pei household helped Lu Yi into the dining hall.
He walked to Qin Jinzhi's side and stood there. "Lu Yi greets the Princess."
Qin Jinzhi smiled faintly, "Old Master Lu is not feeling well, please have a seat."
Lu Yi's eyes involuntarily twitched when he saw Qin Jinzhi's demeanor.
He possesses an extraordinary demeanor and the air of a great general.
The Prince of Zhenbei certainly has a successor.
Lu Yi smiled and said, "Thank you, Princess."
Qin Jinzhi personally poured Lu Yi a cup of tea.
"I must thank Elder Lu for granting me this marriage."
Old Master Lu smiled and said, "I must thank the Princess for finding such a good marriage for my grandson."
Qin Jinzhi did not hide anything, "This marriage is not for the Lu family. For thousands of years, the imperial tutor has only come from the Xie family. Grand Tutor Pei is exceptionally talented and has broken this tradition. As scholars, we value our reputation the most. Since Grand Tutor Pei entered the court, Grand Tutor Xie, like you, has been on sick leave. No one from the Xie family has entered the court to serve as an official. The Lu family and the Pei family are related by marriage. This marriage with the Xie family is also to resolve the conflict between the two families."
Lu Yi laughed heartily upon hearing this, "I am pleased that the princess is so frank."
Pei Qing also spoke up, "Thank you, Princess, for your planning for the Pei family."
Pei Jinnian poured Qin Jinzhi a cup of tea and placed it beside her.
Qin Jinzhi didn't hold back either, "It's not entirely for the Pei family. The Xie family is a century-old scholarly family with many talented people, and I'm short-handed."
Lu Yi stroked his beard. "Let me ask you a question: Princess, if you want to support a new aristocratic family in the capital, aren't you afraid of repeating the mistakes of the past?"
Qin Jinzhi took a sip of tea. "Old Master Lu, why do you think the recent changes in the Lu family's official career have been so easy?"
Old Master Lu was taken aback, then laughed out loud, "I truly admire the Princess's courage."
Although the Lu family was a prominent and prestigious family, the capital was controlled by the five great families.
Important official positions were all occupied by members of the five powerful families.
Although they were all in the officialdom, their power was no match for that of the five great families in the capital.
And now his son and grandson have been transferred so smoothly.
All of this is thanks to Qin Jinzhi's defeat of the Zheng and Shen families, and now she is also keeping the Cui family in check.
Even these old fogies can't defeat the powerful families of the capital.
Qin Jinzhi single-handedly brought about a major change in the capital.
Even if the five great families reappear, so what?
Qin Jinzhi didn't say anything, but she did advise the Lu family not to overestimate their abilities.
Arrogant, but with the means.
No wonder his brother-in-law, who was all talk and no action, actually condescended to speak with him personally.
Qin Jinzhi looked at Pei Hong and said, "Minister Pei, is the position of Minister not suitable for you? If you still want to be an official, I will arrange an easy position for you."
Pei Hong was taken aback, not expecting Qin Jinzhi to speak to him so kindly.
He then immediately said, "Princess, please make the arrangements."
Pei Hong lacked Pei Yunxiao's intelligence and talent; his entry into officialdom was entirely due to the Pei family.
He didn't actually hear or understand what Qin Jinzhi said just now.
But when he saw that his father, mother, uncle, and even his own son all had knowing expressions on their faces.
This position is indeed not very suitable for him.
Jin Nian has now entered officialdom and will only rise to great heights in the future.
He, as a father, cannot help his son, nor can he hold him back.
Lu Yi asked, "Does the princess have someone in mind for the position of Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel?"
Qin Jinzhi raised an eyebrow. "Old Lu's grandson is currently in the prime of his career. Since I'm the one who arranged this marriage, I'll naturally give him a supportive in-law family."
Everyone at the dinner table understood what that meant.
Qin Jinzhi intended to give the position of Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel to the Xie family.
Lu Yi looked at Qin Jinzhi with increasing satisfaction.
This marriage not only resolved Qin Jinzhi's personal affairs and disrupted the Cui family's search for allies, but also allowed the Pei and Xie families to resolve their decades-old grudges—a triple win.
This marriage allowed the Xie family to re-enter officialdom, employing both kindness and pressure.
The Lu family and the Xie family only need to make an appearance in the capital.
Then Qin Jinzhi's goal would be half achieved.
Qin Jinzhi wants to defeat the five great families.
The newly arrived aristocratic families in the capital faced challenges beyond the original five major families.
There are also other clans that have been suppressed by the five great families for many years.
His mastery of strategy and tactics was unparalleled.
If this princess were a prince, he would be willing to follow her.
It seems the Crown Prince is indeed fortunate.
With this princess by her side, the road ahead will be cleared of thorns and brambles.
If in the future, Qin Jinzhi can truly help the Crown Prince ascend to the throne.
Then the Lu family is also willing to be of one mind with their ruler.
Pei Qing knew from Lu Yi's appearance that Lu Yi would be in trouble as soon as he saw Qin Jinzhi.
Then you will understand why he was willing to step forward and help Qin Jinzhi get in touch with the Lu family.
At this moment, Qin Jinzhi picked up her teacup and said to Pei Qing's wife, "Madam Lu, you must have done a lot to help Old Master Lu this time. I am not feeling well, so I will offer you tea instead of wine."
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