The huge Zhengyi finally returned to its former prosperity and bustle.
On the bustling streets of Zhengyi, business travelers from all over the world come in an endless stream, and the crowds are booming.
The spring sunshine is coming again, and the earth is once again full of life and lush scenery.
In this season, going out for an outing is a very good choice.
Li Ran had never understood the purpose of traveling before.
However, as time passed, when he had been ups and downs in this troubled world for several years, and when he had experienced so many things, he finally gradually understood what a valuable experience it was to be able to be outside the world.
Unfortunately, just when he wanted to go out for a swim with Ji Le, Ji Xian sent someone to call them both back.
When the two returned to the Ji Mansion, Li Ran originally thought that his father-in-law had something to explain, but who knew that Ji Xian gave him a big "surprise".
"Are you two back?"
"I've met dad."
"My son-in-law has met my father-in-law."
Li Ran and Ji Le met one after another.
The priest first raised his hand to signal the two of them to take a seat, and then asked the servants to serve wine and delicacies, just like a small family banquet.
"Dad, we are all family members, why should we be like this?... This makes my daughter a bit..."
Yes, Ji Le suddenly got goosebumps all over his body when he saw his father taking things so seriously.
Li Ran on the side couldn't help being startled, thinking: What does this old man want to do?
"Ahem..."
Ji Xian seemed to have caught a cold, and his face was not very good. He covered his mouth and coughed, then raised his head and looked at the two of them.
"Hey, you are old. When this person gets old, he is most afraid of being clean, so I asked you to come back to have a meal together."
"As a father, I also know that you have been away from home during this period to avoid the mundane things at home and not to be criticized."
"However, heaven has its laws and regulations, and it is difficult for human power to do so. How can we say that we can avoid the things in this world by avoiding them?"
"So that's it. I understand. Dad, my daughter and Ziming will come to stay with you more and give you more relief, okay?"
Ji Le only thought that her father was lonely again, so she missed her.
Ji Xian, however, did not comment. He just smiled kindly and brightly and pointed at his daughter with his finger.
In the middle of the family banquet, a servant hurriedly walked in with his head in his mouth and said:
"My lord, the two young masters are waiting outside the door."
Hearing the words first, Ji only waved his hand to signal him to retreat, and suddenly spoke:
"By the way, there is another important matter that I need to discuss with you today."
Saying that, Matsuri raised his hand again, and two people came in from outside.
It is worship and inquiry.
"Brother Zhong? Brother Ji?"
When Ji Le saw the two of them, he was immediately surprised.
But Li Ran on the side was vaguely aware of Ji Xian's intention, and immediately watched silently.
I saw that the two of them did not take their seats when they paid homage to Ji Xian. Instead, they stood beside Ji Xian very respectfully. It could even be said that they looked a little scared.
Ji Xian's eyes swept over the two people, and it was obvious that there was a sense of resentment.
I just don't know if he blames the two brothers or himself.
"Ziming."
After a while, Ji Xian called out to Li Ran again.
"My son-in-law is here."
Li Ran quickly stood up and responded.
Just listen to Ji Xian's very euphemistic words:
"I told you earlier that I have three sons. Although Zhu Niu is long, he is not his legitimate son. Meng'er, although Xun'er is his legitimate son, he is by no means a person capable of taking on great responsibilities."
"You have seen with your own eyes what the two of them did in aiding the country. They were so careless and sloppy, and they were so calculated without even realizing it! What will happen to my family's century-old legacy if it falls into their hands? It’s really worrying.”
As Li Ran listened, he couldn't help but feel a little strange. His father-in-law actually belittled and scolded his two brothers-in-law in front of them!
This is indeed a strange thing.
What surprised Li Ran even more was that when Ji Xian and Ji Xun heard Ji Xian's words, they didn't react at all, as if a salted fish fell to the ground and was destined to be unable to turn over.
"This... Why did father-in-law say this? Brother Zhong and Brother Ji just lack experience. If father-in-law can give them some tasks in the future and let them gain more experience, they will definitely be able to carry forward the lintel of the Ji clan."
In front of Ji Zang and Ji Xun, naturally he still had to say what should be said.
Whether it was a pretense or just to suit someone's liking, Li Ran said this not only to cope with the situation, but in fact he also spoke from the bottom of his heart.
Although Jiyi and Jixun didn't have much ability, it didn't mean that they would really have no achievements in the future.
In the past, there were always bulls on their heads, and they didn't have the opportunity to practice everywhere. Now that Shu Niu has been expelled from the house, from Li Ran's point of view, Ji Xianhe should put some burden on the two brothers. If not, how can they succeed?
Hearing this, Ji Zeng and Ji Xun cast very grateful glances at Li Ran at the same time.
But Ji Xian shook his head when he heard the sound, waved his hands repeatedly and said:
"Okay, okay, don't speak for these two losers anymore."
"If they are talented people, how can I allow them to build a field like this?"
"I have clearly seen through the chaos caused by raising the cow this time. If you want my clan to prosper for a hundred years, I still have to count on you."
As soon as these words came out, there was a sudden silence.
Ji Zeng and Ji Xun stared at Ji Xian dumbfounded, their expressions of disbelief like a thunderbolt from the blue, and it happened to hit their heads, and their faces were instantly covered with astonishment and shock.
When Ji Le heard this, his expression was in disbelief, and his pretty face was filled with astonishment.
Only Li Ran.
In fact, he had already guessed what Ji Xian was going to say, so he was still as calm as water at this moment.
But he knew that he could never be so calm at this time.
"Father-in-law!"
"This must never be done!"
Without thinking, he immediately stood up and knelt on the ground.
"I haven't finished speaking yet, why are you so eager to reject me?"
Ji Xian was angry at that moment, with displeasure flashing in his eagle eyes.
"I just want you to take over half of Ji's family business..."
"Father-in-law, my son-in-law is definitely not someone who wants to sacrifice the family fortune. You must not do this!"
Before Ji could finish his words, Li Ran immediately paused and refused again.
He knew Ji Xian's skills very well. Wasn't this a clear test of himself?
If you give yourself half of your family property in front of Jiyi and Jixun, what will Jiyi and Jixun think in the future?
And if the news really spread, what would Zichan think? What would everyone in the Zheng Kingdom think? What will everyone in the world think?
Could it be that he, Li Ran, foiled the conspiracy to get half of the family property?
Isn’t that just a real villain?
"It's so cunning..."
Li Ran couldn't help but curse.
Ji Xian knew that he could not accept it, but he still proposed such an idea in front of Ji Zeng and Ji Xun. Could it be that he was trying to make Li Ran swear to never get involved in Ji's family business in the future?
On the surface, he acted pitifully, but in fact, he was not sure what he was planning.
I'm afraid he is the only one who has this level of sophistication.
"Since ancient times, I have never heard of anyone with his surname being able to inherit the family business. My son-in-law knows the Zhou rites, and although he dare not claim to have learned them from ancient times to the present, he still knows what the rites are. I also ask my father-in-law not to talk about this again. thing!"
Li Ran didn't give Ji Xian any chance. His words were watertight and no one could find any flaws.
Hearing the sound, Ji Xian looked at Li Ran and fell into silence.
Ji Zeng and Ji Xun were trembling beside them, but due to the current situation, they did not dare to say a word or even take a breath. It was really painful.
Ji Le sat aside, with his heart in his throat for a moment. He was in a dilemma between his father on one side and his husband on the other.
