Chapter 307 I'm Not a Saint
After Gu Ruanci finished speaking, Zhuang Hefeng nodded vigorously.
My daughter is really clear-headed about this matter.
Hatred is hatred, and compassion will never be excessive.
"If you can think this way, you will have less burden." Zhuang Hefeng said.
"I'm not a good person in the absolute sense. Although I'm a Little Medical Immortal, I've never considered using my medical skills to save the world. As for the children of these enemies, they may not have participated in what happened back then and may be innocent in the eyes of others, but I never had the obligation to protect them."
Gu Ruanci's eyes were firm, without the slightest hesitation, and she continued, "Mother, I know my position clearly, and I am clear about my choice. I will not take the initiative to interfere in the grievances between the Ye family and Wen Zimei, but I will not deliberately avoid them either. I will only do what I think is right and protect the people I care about."
Zhuang Hefeng felt a warm feeling in her heart upon hearing this. She understood her daughter's character: strong and decisive, not easily swayed by external factors. She gently held Gu Ruanci's hand, offering comfort and encouragement.
"Soft words, your mother is deeply relieved that you have such an idea. Let the Ye family and Wen Zimei handle their own affairs. We just need to do our best and have a clear conscience." Zhuang Hefeng said softly.
Seeing Gu Ruanci's determined eyes, Zhuang Hefeng said again: "Ruanci, you have grown up. Mother believes that you can handle everything. But you must remember that the Gu family will always be your strongest backing."
The day for them to leave the city finally arrived, and the Gu family started preparing early in the morning.
Wu Yixuan, who was supposed to stay at home to take care of her pregnancy, also wanted to go with them, so the Gu family made more preparations. There were very soft cushions in the carriage, and the carriage did not move so fast.
They talked and laughed along the way, as if they were completely unaware that Zhou Qingdai and the others would also go to the Five Dragon Palace.
The carriage moved forward slowly, and the scenery outside the window unfolded like a painting.
Zhuang Hefeng's gaze fell on the distant mountains, and he prayed silently in his heart, hoping that this trip to the Five Dragon Palace would go smoothly.
She knew that Gu Ruanci had arranged everything, but she still couldn't help but send some people to cover for her daughter.
As for Wu Yixuan, she would not ask about these things now, nor would she bother to give advice. Gu Ruanci had already said that she should just calm down and leave other matters to them.
Nongchun and Zangxia were in a good mood along the way and were not troubled by what was about to happen today. The abilities of their county master had not yet been fully demonstrated.
When the servants reminded them that Zhou Qingdai's in-laws' carriage was following behind them, they thought it had indeed arrived and ignored it.
The wind in summer is always hot. Occasionally, when passing by ponds, you can hear the croaking of frogs, which makes this sultry season more lively.
There was enough ice in the carriage, so it was cool and pleasant.
"Your soft words are thoughtful. If it weren't for these ice cubes, I'm afraid Yixian wouldn't be able to withstand the journey..." Zhuang Hefeng said.
Wu Yixuan also smiled and said, "Ranci has prepared a lot of things for me in my room now. I originally had some pregnancy reactions, but I didn't lose control of my emotions. Moreover, the smell of those herbs can make me feel soothed..."
"Now that my eldest brother is not at home, I naturally have to take good care of his wife and children for him. Who told you that I am your first friend since returning to Dizhou, and your belly is also my first nephew..."
After Gu Ruanci finished speaking, everyone laughed all the way.
Zhou Qingdai and the others behind her were not so relaxed. The weather was hot and they didn't bring any ice. Zhou Qingdai felt that her clothes seemed to be sticking to her body.
"What kind of horrible weather is this..." Zhou Qingdai's mother-in-law complained.
Zhou Qingdai could endure it. Like her mother Wen Zimei, she said virtuously, "Mother, we can change into new clothes once we get to the mountain. The clothes made of ice silk that you just sent me a few days ago will surely make you feel much more comfortable."
After hearing this, the mother-in-law praised her, "Qingdai is very thoughtful. I'm grateful for your mother-in-law's kindness. I don't know why the Chaoyang County Princess would come here to pray for blessings when she's fine. Isn't her biological mother's tablet placed in the Xuan Emperor Temple? It's such a long journey, and in such hot weather."
Zhou Qingdai smiled. "Anyone who heard about something like that happening on the official road to the Xuan Emperor Temple would probably avoid it. The Five Dragons Palace is, after all, a royal Taoist temple, and it's also a place to escape the summer heat. I heard Wu Yixuan is here too, and someone like her who's pregnant needs extra care when she goes out."
At this point, she felt a little sad, touched her belly, and said, "What a pity, my child and I are not destined to have one..."
Seeing this, the mother-in-law quickly suppressed her initial sense of loss and comforted her, "Qingdai, don't be too sad. We are not destined to have that child, but perhaps there will be a better fate waiting for you in the future. You and my son are still young, and the doctors have said that there is nothing wrong with your body and it will not affect fertility."
Zhou Qingdai forced a smile and said, "Mother is right, but every time I think about it, I still feel bad."
She thought about the concubines that her mother-in-law had stuffed into her husband's room recently, and felt that what her mother-in-law had just said was bullshit.
Fortunately, she has the Zhou family to support her now, and because of their previous relationship, although her husband slept with those concubines, he never lingered on them.
Every day when her husband returned home, he would first come to her place to sit and talk with her. After dinner, he would go to the study to handle official business. As for rest, he would still stay with her.
As for his concubines, he does not have the courage to favor them openly at the moment.
After all, the Zhou family now holds the title of Marquis, and they cannot shake it.
"Madam, there is a pavilion ahead. Would you like to take a rest?" asked the Gu family's coachman.
Zhuang Hefeng said casually, "There's plenty of time. We have some ice in the car. It must be very tiring for those outside in the sun. Let's take a break and adjust."
As soon as the Gu family's carriage stopped, Zhou Qingdai and the others knew about it.
"They stopped, let's go over and take a look..." The mother-in-law was very enthusiastic.
She had chosen this day specifically to meet the other person by chance and create an opportunity.
Zhou Qingdai knew what she was thinking and reminded her to touch up her makeup, saying that she had sweated a lot on the way and her makeup would be ruined.
The mother-in-law hurriedly made arrangements and just as she arrived near the pavilion, she stopped the carriage.
When they arrived at the pavilion, the smile that the mother-in-law had prepared was already welded to her face. Just as she was about to speak, she found that the only hostess in the pavilion was Zhuang Hefeng, and not Gu Runci and Wu Yixuan.
"Isn't this the wife of the Duke of Huguo? What a coincidence! I didn't expect her to go to the Five Dragons Palace today..."
Although she was embarrassed, she still went ahead and said hello.
Zhou Qingdai was also a little confused, but she saluted politely.
Zhuang Hefeng was not surprised to see them. She also saw the disappointment on Zhou Qingdai's mother-in-law's face just now.
"If I remember correctly, we should have set a date to come to the Five Dragons Palace first."
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