At the same time, in the capital of Dajing State, Dingbian Hou Mansion.
Heng Wen sat on the purple chair, listening to his subordinates report what had happened in the Qiao family during this period.
"After the young master left, the old lady of the Qiao family bought four more courtyards in Laohu Town, three of which have been transferred to the names of the three brothers of the Qiao family. Only one courtyard near Beishan was left.
Then the old lady got the forest land in Beishan, and now she takes the villagers to the mountain to clear wild boars from time to time. The villagers of Laohu Town relied on the Qiao family this winter and lived a comfortable life. Several families took this opportunity to buy houses. The Qiao family has completely established a reputation in Laohu Town.
Even the people in Weizhou city can eat pork from time to time even on snowy days.
The Fan family has already privately bought a house in the town. In my opinion, many people will move into Laohu Town after the spring."
The person who answered was Zhang Lang, Heng Wen's personal bodyguard. He was about 20 years old, wearing a blue double-breasted short jacket, with a square face, broad mouth, thick eyebrows and tiger eyes, and was loyal to Heng Wen.
"What is the old lady doing lately?"
Zhang Lang paused for a moment, but decided to tell the truth. "The old lady started to urge her children and grandchildren, and her daughter-in-law to practice martial arts and learn to read every day. She also asked Qiao Yunqing to train Qiao Yunxin and Qiao Yunting into students before she could achieve her goal."
Heng Wen spit out the tea in his mouth, almost splashing it on the person next to him. "Did you all pass the exam to become a Tongsheng?"
"This matter has become widely known in Laohu Town, and many people privately laugh at the old lady's wishful thinking!"
"She doesn't think it's easy to pass the exam, does she? With Qiao Yunxin and Qiao Yunting's weak foundation, it will take them forever to learn. Qiao Yunqing is having a headache now."
"Master, maybe the old lady really thinks so?"
We looked at him curiously, "Why do you say that?"
"It is said that the old lady knew 200 characters on the first day she learned to read and memorized the Mengqiu. She memorized the Shizhuan Pian in seven days."
Heng Wen was very surprised, "So fast?"
"The whole Qiao family is now stimulated by the old lady and is working like crazy."
Heng Wen chuckled, put down the teacup in his hand, stood up from the chair, put his hands behind his back and looked at the scenery in the yard, muttering softly: "What a troublesome guy!"
"Send someone to keep an eye on it, don't let that ignorant person bully it, and don't interfere in other matters."
"Yes." Zhang Lang responded respectfully, hesitating as if to speak but stopping himself.
Seeing his expression, Heng Wen said, "If you have something to say, just speak directly, no need to be hesitant!"
"It seems the old lady is looking for someone to teach her grandchildren! Her people have already appeared in Weizhou Prefecture."
"I heard that Madam Qin is planning to find a place to retire. What do you think about going to the Qiao family? As long as Madam's people don't interfere in the affairs of Laohu Town, you don't have to worry about them. Just keep an eye on them. If they cross the line, just chop them off." Heng Wen said in a cold tone.
Qin Ma was the original wife of Dingbian Marquis. She lost her father in her childhood, her husband in her middle age, and her son in her old age. She can be said to be a pitiful person. Her husband was originally the long-term attendant of Dingbian Marquis, and he also died to protect Dingbian Marquis. Her son became the bodyguard of Heng Wen, and he died to protect Heng Wen last time. It can be said that her family's life was given to this Marquis' Mansion.
The current mistress of the Marquis's Mansion is Heng Wen's aunt. She looks sweet but is actually bitter. She thinks that Heng Wen's fate is too hard, that she will bring bad luck to her husband and children, and that she was married off as a confidant of her sister. Gradually, she is not allowed to serve any of the masters. She respects her openly, but secretly uses shameful means to put her in the most idle position.
Nanny Qin had been a nanny all her life and was such a shrewd person that she could see through all the little actions of the Marquis's wife. To an old man who was heartbroken, all this was just the play of a clown.
If she hadn't been reluctant to leave her brother Heng Wen, she would have resigned long ago. Now that Heng Wen was back intact, she let go of the last bit of hope in her heart.
Heng Wen used to trust her aunt and basically didn't ask about internal affairs, so what happened to Aunt Qin had never reached her.
But after returning from this disaster, I became more intelligent and now understand some of the things that I couldn't understand before.
He secretly gathered the elderly people left by his mother, only to find that most of them were dead, scattered, or betrayed, and most of them were not living well. Only Nanny Qin's family was still protecting him.
Then you realize what you've been missing?
When Zhang Lang heard his young master mention Nanny Qin, an old and rigid woman appeared in front of him. She was very strict in her words and deeds, but she was very particular about rules. But the old lady of the Qiao family was not a person who followed the rules. Could these two people get along with each other?
Zhang Lang expressed his doubts and had to remind his son, "Madame Qin is really capable, but her temper is something most people can't stand!"
Heng Wen chuckled, "It's hard to say. Aunt Qiao is not an ordinary person. Maybe the two old ladies are attracted to each other!"
He had a feeling that if these two old ladies really got together, the Qiao family's life would probably be extremely exciting!
Nanny Qin was packing her things. When she heard Heng Wen coming, she thought he was here to take her out of the house. She didn't expect that he would assign her such an errand!
"Is this family my savior? Does my brother think highly of them?"
"Yes, they saved me. I admire the free and easy attitude of the old lady of the Qiao family. She doesn't care about the world's eyes, and she won't look down on a person because of rumors. She doesn't have to live under the guidance of others. Aunt Qiao protects her. She is a woman who can hunt and is strong. She raised three sons and a bunch of grandchildren, and she lives a happy life. She is not comparable to the old ladies in the market.
Although the Qiao family is currently a farming household, the second son is a good student and will definitely make a name for himself in the new year. The family now has a small fortune and is looking for a nanny to foster him.
I'm worried if someone else goes, so I want to ask you to go. You are all people who have done me a favor. I don't want anything to happen to you.
Of course, this also requires Madam's willingness. Regardless of success or failure, I will be responsible for taking care of Madam until the end of her life!"
Heng Wen's words were truly heartfelt and frank, so there was no way that Nanny Qin would disagree.
The land that they had purchased for many years had probably been taken over by the clan. The people in the clan would not tolerate a widow like her. Even if she returned to her hometown, she would just beg for food in the clan. It would be better for her to go to the family that Brother Heng mentioned. She packed her bags and went to meet the old lady that Brother Heng mentioned.
Zhang Lang hurried in from outside and reported: "Master, the Marquis is back. Please go to the meeting room. There is news from the court that a large-scale snowstorm has occurred in the north and south! I'm afraid we have to prepare for war again!"
Heng Wen stood up and walked out, saying, "Send someone to take Madam to Laohu Town immediately. If Madam Qiao finds out your identity, Madam, you might as well tell her directly!"
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