"Marriages in Gongqing's families have always been between the nine families. Even ordinary official families are looked down upon by the Huangfu family." Xiao Xuan'er said while thinking: "Nowadays, there are Gongqing's families in Beijing who have daughters to marry, and only Pei Family, Wei family and Su family, but..."
"The Pei family has only a few heirs, so they will definitely not be willing to let their daughter marry in the north." Fang Zilan said: "Then only the Wei family and the Su family are left. The Wei family and the Huangfu family are both military generals, and Huangfu Xin married the Wei family My daughter won’t be able to help me much, so I think it’s more likely that she will get married to the Su family.”
"But the Su family has declined over the years..." Xiao Xuan'er suddenly stopped as she spoke. Fang Zilan looked at her and said, "What's wrong?"
"I suddenly remembered that the Ouyang family also has a daughter who is about to be married, Miss Ouyang Zirou." Xiao Xuan'er smiled self-deprecatingly, "This Miss Ouyang often comes in and out of the workshop, and she has nothing like the daughter of a wealthy family. Over time, it makes people... I almost forgot her identity as the legitimate daughter of the Ouyang family."
Fang Zilan was stunned, "Zi Rou is the legitimate daughter of the Ouyang family?"
"Yes." Xiao Xuan'er said with a smile: "Ouyang's family only has one legitimate son and one legitimate daughter, and they are regarded as the jewels of the Ouyang family. That's why Miss Ouyang is so unrestrained."
"Zi Rou is very knowledgeable in the art of weapon forging. If she gets married, I'm afraid she will be buried." Fang Zilan sighed softly, and Xiao Xuan'er said softly: "I'm afraid it's not Miss Ouyang's fault. The reason why I suddenly thought of her is because A few days ago, His Majesty originally wanted to create a special position for her in the Ministry of Industry."
A flash of astonishment flashed in Fang Zilan's eyes, "Does your Majesty really have this intention?"
"Yes." Xiao Xuan'er looked rather regretful, "But before anyone else could say anything, the Ouyang family rejected His Majesty on the grounds that it would be inconvenient for women in the boudoir."
Fang Zilan's face turned colder, "If the Ouyang family has this attitude, it is not impossible to marry Zirou to the north."
Xiao Xuan'er shook her head, "However, Mrs. Ouyang loves Miss Ouyang very much. She refused His Majesty not only for the sake of the good reputation of her daughter's family, but also to keep her by her side. If she really marries to the north, she will not be able to bear it."
"Famous reputation in the boudoir?" Fang Zilan smiled indifferently, Xiao Xuan'er pursed her lips and said: "I guess Master Fang never cares, but not all women can be like Master Fang. It is not easy for a woman to stand up, and she will be careless if she is not careful. How can you dare to do something wrong if your reputation is ruined, especially if you have a wealthy family, and if you have thousands of honors, you may have to die to prove your innocence?"
Fang Zilan was silent for a moment and then said: "How is the investigation of the person I asked you to investigate?"
"Most of the officials in the government office have innocent family backgrounds, but there are three who were seconded by Mr. Pei Xiaoze from the Ministry of Household Affairs and are related to the Pei family. Here are the details." Xiao Xuan'er took out a document from her sleeve and handed it to her. He passed by and said, "One more thing..."
Fang Zilan took the document and said, "If you have anything to say, just tell me."
"It has something to do with Vice-General Cao." Xiao Xuan'er said and waved her hand, "There is no problem with Vice-General Cao's background. It's just that after the Miluo War, His Majesty awarded him a reward. Although he is still regarded as a deputy general, he is actually a general who can stand alone. Now. He is still staying at Mr. Fang’s house..."
Fang Zilan was heartbroken, "Although there are registered family generals and soldiers in the houses of all the princes and ministers, if you say that Lao Cao is a family general, his status is too high."
"That's the truth." Xiao Xuan'er agreed: "After confirmation from the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Rites a few days ago, they sent people to the camp on the outskirts of Beijing to inquire about relevant matters. They also asked Vice General Cao himself. He said that he would follow your arrangements, Mr. Fang. . But he is a general after all. If such words reach the ears of those who are interested, trouble will be inevitable."
"Isn't that Zheng Yan?"
"Oh, it's true. I heard that he climbed into the Yue Kingdom's palace?"
"I don't know what Mr. Fang sees in him. He is obviously a loser, and he was detained by Mr. Wei just now..."
Hearing the sound, Fang Zilan stopped and glanced back at the person who spoke. His gaze was like a cold blade, piercing the person into silence.
"Master Fang..." Zheng Yan was about to say something when he heard Fang Zilan say loudly: "Those of you who are talking about Zheng Yan, please stand up for me."
Several people were stunned for a moment, then walked over, stood in front of them, and bowed.
"Today I am here to bear witness." Fang Zilan said word by word; "Zheng Yan competes with you. If he loses, he will leave our Yue Kingdom Palace and the strongest one among you will take his place. But If you lose, then apologize to him and never speak rudely to him in this life."
"Isn't this bullying him?" One of them murmured in a low voice. Fang Zilan heard it and slightly curled her lips: "I have the final say whether you are bullying him or not. Come on together."
Before Zheng Yan could speak, several people had looks of surprise on their faces, "Master Fang, are you kidding me?"
"If you don't believe it, let Mr. Wei come as a witness." Fang Zilan raised his voice, attracting Wei Subaru who walked out of the tent. He understood the situation at a glance, nodded in agreement, and added, "If If someone helps, Zheng Yan loses."
After hearing this, the few people who were originally loose now became fortified, with a faint murderous intent. Zheng Yan also took a step forward and drew his sword out of its sheath.
Fang Zilan took a few steps back and stood side by side with Wei Subaru, just listening to him play: "Master Fang, aren't you afraid that Zheng Yan will lose?"
Fang Zilan raised her hand and frowned slightly, "The office I am in charge of is in need of a general to lead the people. Although the position is not very high, I will not wrong Lao Cao."
Xiao Xuan'er said casually: "It's just that in this way, Vice General Cao can no longer be regarded as a member of Mr. Fang's house."
"What's the benefit of being in my house?" Fang Zilan changed the topic while adding tea, "Speaking of which, have you checked Cong Rong?"
"After checking, it is indeed as Miss Cong said, there is nothing wrong." Xiao Xuan'er said after a while: "But the sisters who went to Qingshui Village to check found something strange."
Fang Zilan looked a little more serious, "What's the matter?"
Xiao Xuan'er frowned slightly, "Everyone in Qingshui Villa remembers Miss Cong, but they can't explain clearly."
"What do you mean you can't explain?" Fang Zilan's face was full of doubts, and Xiao Xuan'er said: "I find it strange too. The sister who checked was vague. Just in case, I want to check again."
"You can verify it, but you must not show up." Fang Zilan thought, "Find someone to bring the portraits of Cong Rong and other women, and let the people in Qingshui Village identify them. If you can't identify them, I'm afraid it's not just Cong Rong. Qingshui Village also has problems."
Xiao Xuan'er cupped her hands and said, "I will make arrangements right away, and I will definitely live up to Master Fang's trust."
"Tell the sisters in the house to pay attention to safety." Fang Zilan was worried, and Xiao Xuan'er whispered: "The sisters in the house have a sense of propriety, please don't worry, Mr. Fang."
