I don't know when the wind started, and a few drops of rain fell with the wind. Gradually, the wind became stronger and the raindrops became denser.
There was a simple carriage parked at the door of Cui Mansion. It was not too small, but not too big either. It had neither gorgeous decorations nor family imprints, but the two horses were extremely eye-catching. They were both neck-length. The tall horse turns its head and tail from time to time, and its long hair flings away raindrops. It is quite a majestic horse.
This is natural. After passing through Xia City two years ago, Sun Moon Lake gathered a large number of good horses. Now, although Ma Yin has been returned to Chaozhong Taipu Temple, it is actually run by several subordinate officials in Princess Pingyang's mansion. .
Cui Xin had already asked for leave and returned home. He originally wanted to wait in the main hall, but thinking about his daughter entering the palace for an audience and seeing the rain getting heavier, he couldn't help but hold an umbrella and go to the door.
Before reaching the door, Cui Xin felt a little surprised. When he caught up a few steps, he saw that the carriage was motionless. There were ten guards at the front and rear. Although they were not armed, they stood motionless in the wind and rain, exuding awe. Vigor.
The person who came out to greet the guests was Cui Lun, the second son of the Cui family. He was shocked by this extremely oppressive aura and managed to remain calm, but he did not dare to speak.
Cui Xin glared at his son and coughed twice. Then there was a noise in the carriage. Li Shan, who had been meditating all the way, came to his senses. He opened the curtain and got out of the car first. He took the umbrella handed by the concierge and put his feet on the carriage himself. After placing the stool, he held up an umbrella to protect Cui Shiniang from the carriage.
Seeing this scene, Cui Xin was both relieved and a little disappointed. His daughter had chosen a caring husband, but she no longer needed her as a father.
"Meet my father-in-law."
"Meet Father."
Cui Xin nodded, "Let's talk after we come in first."
There won't be too many words to say today. Li Shan said hello to Cui Lun, and still held up an umbrella to protect Cui Shiniang as she went in. When they arrived at the main hall... Mrs. Zhang smiled when she saw this scene and asked the cook to He made some ginger soup in the room and asked the maid to get clothes for Li Shan to change into. At the same time, he casually complained about his daughter. Such an old man can't even hold an umbrella?
Hey, the more the mother-in-law looks at her son-in-law, the more she likes him.
After exchanging greetings, Cui Shiniang was a little surprised, "Cousin didn't come?"
Zhang Wenguan did not participate in the family recognition at Sun Moon Lake the day before yesterday. That was because he was Cui Shiniang's direct cousin, but he was not here today either. Considering his relationship with Li Shan, it was a bit unexpected.
"Yes." Cui Xin's eyes flickered slightly, "Your uncle was very displeased because he failed to pass the Ming Jing Ke and ordered him to study hard in seclusion."
"Study hard for two years, and I will be able to pass the exam in the year after next." Li Shan gave his wife a look of affirmation. Yes, Zhang Wenguan didn't know the inside story.
Mrs. Zhang changed the subject, "I didn't expect to come to the palace to see your Majesty..."
"His Majesty granted the heir the title of Princess, and my mother also conferred the title of Dowager Princess."
Li Shan explained something, which aroused Cui Lun's envy and blurted out, "Your Majesty really trusts your sister-in-law."
Under normal circumstances, aristocratic families have a respectful but wary attitude towards the imperial power, but this is the overall attitude. When it comes to individuals, how many can refuse the generous salary of a high-ranking official?
Cui Lun, a child of an aristocratic family who was unlikely to be an official, could not inherit a title, and had little talent, was naturally envious of him.
Li Shanxian and Cui Shiniang looked at each other, then looked at Cui Xin, nodded and said in an ethereal tone: "The faith is heavy, the faith is heavy."
Cui Xin took a deep breath, "It's almost noon, let's eat first. Da Lang and Er Lang will accompany Huairen, and Eleven Niang will go to the backyard."
Mrs. Zhang happened to be too lazy to pay attention to the two guys who were thinking of joining Li Shan and becoming an official. She hugged Cui Shiniang and left, with a lot of questions in her heart to ask.
After casually eating some food, Mrs. Zhang waved the maid to leave, pulled her daughter to sit on the couch, and whispered: "I heard that I personally helped you when I got off the bus. I know how to care for others."
Cui Shiniang blushed and whispered a few words. Mrs. Zhang became even more satisfied and lowered her voice and asked a few more questions. This time, Cui Shiniang's reply was even quieter. Mrs. Zhang raised her ears and leaned closer. It took some time to hear clearly.
They all say that Li Huairen is like Wu Hou, but he is actually a fierce general... Zhang tsked twice, and Zhuge Liang has always been sitting firmly in the military tent, while Li Huairen once charged into the battle.
After all, Mrs. Zhu had lived in Cui Mansion for a long time, and Mrs. Zhang was very familiar with her. After asking a few questions about housekeeping, she said: "You still need to be more cautious, especially the maid named Mo Xiang. If If you have any questions that are difficult to decide, please ask first."
"Um."
"Besides, don't control him too strictly. If he feels unwell, let him go... Mr. Zhou is quite well-behaved."
At this time, the banquet outside was over. Cui Xin was a little worried, but it was hard to ask questions when his two sons were present. Li Shan was also thinking about the abacus while eating, and finally gave up hastily.
Cui Xin left Li Shan behind and went straight back to the backyard. He hesitated before asking: "How many wives and mothers of county princes have not been ennobled as concubines? Why?"
Seeing his daughter's hesitation, Cui Xin coughed twice and said to his wife: "Today we are back in Ning. The Li family has also sent us a gift list. Please count them and prepare some gifts in return."
Mrs. Zhang rolled her eyes and went out angrily without saying a word.
Tonight's life will probably not be too easy... Cui Xin lamented in his heart.
"On the one hand, the great achievements have not been rewarded before." Cui Shiniang said calmly: "On the other hand, Lang Jun mentioned that after the war in Lingzhou, His Majesty will transfer Duke Zhao back to Beijing."
With Li Daozong far away in Hedong and Li Shentong far away in Longxi, the King of Qin's lineage...or to put it directly, Li Shimin's greatest confidence lies in the Lingzhou army controlled by Su Dingfang.
Of course, this is just Cui Xin's idea. After all, he is not an open lineage of King Qin, and Li Shan will not tell those details one by one.
After being in a daze for a while, Cui Xin suddenly asked: "Is it my father's fault?"
"The daughter chose it, how can you blame the father?" Cui Shiniang pursed her lips and smiled, "Mr. Lang also asked similar questions."
"Do you know everything?"
"Um."
"After all, she is the successor of Shen Guogong, so she is a good match." Cui Xin said slowly: "Ms. Zhu is straightforward and has the same temperament as you. As for that person..."
After a moment of silence, Cui Xin continued: "If he knows what's interesting, that's all. If he doesn't, someone will naturally take care of him."
Cui Xin had already made plans. If the King of Qin was defeated, then of course everything would be over. The future of his son-in-law was uncertain, but if he planned well, he should be able to save his life. I believe Li Shan himself must have a plan.
If King Qin takes over the East Palace, although Li Dewu abandons his wife and son and has bad conduct, Li Shan really can't do anything about it... But if Li Dewu wants to blackmail him, both himself and Princess Pingyang have the means to deal with him.
If Li Dewu knew Cui Xin's thoughts, he would burst into tears and say... I really look forward to King Qin entering the East Palace, otherwise Pei Shiju will definitely send him away with a glass of poisonous wine.
Even Li Dewu had made up his mind. If the King of Qin won and the prince lost, he would hide in Cui's house as soon as possible... Otherwise, he would be poisoned by Pei Shuying.
(End of chapter)
