Qiu Jinfeng approached Yu Zhi again.
In Qiu Mansion, Yu Zhi would never look for Qiu Jinfeng or Qiu Yu. He knew that neither of them wanted to see him, so he just thought that he had led Qiu Ruoruo astray.
On the contrary, every time Yu Zhi was invited by Qiu Jinfeng, and then reluctantly went to sit in the east courtyard.
Not only Qiu Jinfeng was in the east courtyard today, but Qiu Yu, who was busy with official duties, was also there.
"Sit." Qiu Jinfeng took the initiative to speak. Yu Zhi sat down doubtfully. Then I heard Qiu Jinfeng say: "You were beaten by Li Xiuyuan, what are you going to do?"
Yu Zhi was stunned and thought to himself, "The old man lives in seclusion, but this news came quickly. What happened in the morning reached his ears in the afternoon."
Seeing that Yu Zhi didn't speak, Qiu Jinfeng added: "I know about this marriage. At that time, when the marriage was decided, the elders of both parties were present, so this matter cannot be denied by that old man Li Xiuyuan. After all these years, I think Master Li has long forgotten about this matter. After all, your situation is not suitable for mentioning this marriage. Now that the old matter is brought up again, the Li family should naturally agree. "
"Li Xiuyuan took the birthday sticker and the token." Yu Zhi said. The token refers to the jade pendant.
Qiu Jinfeng stroked his gray beard and said in a calm and confident voice: "These things will be taken back when the time comes. If they are not his, he can't take them away. Now, I want to know what you think. Master Li asked Your stay in Kyoto is not just about the engagement, so I want to know what you want."
Yu Zhi frowned. He went back to ask about the academy, but he couldn't find out why Li Qingru ignored his life and let him stay in Kyoto.
"My aunt didn't say it bluntly, just let me stay in Kyoto." Yu Zhi answered honestly, "As for the marriage with the Li family, I didn't want to get involved with them, but the way the Li family treats people makes me a little angry, and I can't just let it go like this Forget it. I heard that His Majesty will issue a decree to marry the Prince of the East Palace and Li Chuchen. I'm afraid there will be difficulties in it. "
"It is up to me to resolve matters in the court, and we cannot let Li Xiuyuan say whatever he says. Your Majesty's intention in granting the marriage is also very clear. The court situation is in turmoil, and your Majesty wants to help the prince. If the Li family can become the prince's side, I, Qiu The family is no worse than the Li family." Qiu Jinfeng said.
When Yu Zhi heard this, he already understood what Qiu Jinfeng meant. The Qiu family will help him seek justice, even if it means interfering with the royal marriage. Yu Zhi didn't know what kind of price this would cost and what kind of risks it would entail. And what he didn't understand even more was why Qiu Jinfeng wanted to help him like this, just because he admired his aunt?
"Thank you, Mr. Qiu." Yu Zhi saluted respectfully. The number of people in the court today who can face Loi Mansion without fear can be counted on one hand. What else do you need to worry about when you have the Qiu family backing you?
"As the Qiu family becomes the prince's side, the prince will not marry Ruoruo to the prince, hoping to become a royal relative?" Yu Zhi asked. He felt that if the Qiu family intervened in the battle for the crown prince, there would be rewards.
Qiu Jinfeng looked at Yu Zhi, his cloudy eyes seemed a little surprised that Yu Zhi would ask such a question. Qiu Yu, who was silent on the side, also brightened up, thinking that this marriage would be great.
Yu Zhi added: "Getting married is a major event in a woman's life. She must find a good home and find someone she likes, so as not to miss each other by sleeping together every night after getting married. This is especially true for princes and nobles. Marriage affairs are somewhat troublesome, with influence involved and ups and downs in the court."
"So you think Ruoruo shouldn't marry the prince." Qiu Yu said. He approved of this marriage with all his hands and feet. The current crown prince, the future majesty.
Yu Zhi shook his head, thinking that Qiu Yu had worked hard to choose a husband for Qiu Ruoruo these days, and he could guess Qiu Yu's thoughts. He felt more and more that Qiu Yu really didn't take his daughter's marriage seriously.
"It's not up to me to decide whether you should or not. If you don't like it, no matter what others say, it's useless." Yu Zhi said lightly. Yu Zhi and Li Qingru have been looking for famous doctors since they were young, and have seen a lot of local customs and customs. Although they are young, they also know a lot. Over the years, Yu Zhi did not pay much attention to the fate of his parents and the words of matchmakers in Dachu. "Speaking of these marriage matters, I think the love between men and women on the grassland is simpler. If you are a good match, you like it, if you don't like it, you don't love it. How come there are so many rules and regulations."
Qiu Yu refused and said in a loud voice: "It has always been the fate of children and their parents to marry in-laws. If Ruoruo marries a disreputable person and is ridiculed by others, and ends up in poverty in the future, how should I, as a father, live my life? responsibility."
The infamous person was talking about Yu Zhi.
Yu Zhi didn't take it seriously after hearing this, and said calmly: "The Qiu family has a great business, but they are so poor that they have nothing to do with you."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Yu wanted to argue again, but was interrupted by Qiu Jinfeng, who said: "From now on, you should pay more attention to Yu Zhi's matters. Whatever Yu Zhi wants, you can do it for him."
This was said to the astonished Qiu Yu, but the astonishment on his face only lasted for a moment. Thinking of everything in the past, he responded.
Yu Zhi walked out of the east courtyard with a confused look on his face. He vaguely felt that Qiu Jinfeng did not seem to be on the side of the prince, but instead became his supporter. Whatever the reason, it's a good thing.
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In the Li Mansion, an old man and a young man were sitting opposite each other. Li Chuchen held the piece of phoenix blood white jade in her hand. From her perspective, she knew that this jade pendant was extremely valuable, and she was afraid that she would not be able to find anything comparable to it in the imperial city.
At this moment, Li Chuchen had mixed feelings in his heart. Today, she learned that she actually had a marriage. It's just that she has wanted to be the prince's brother's wife since she was a child. How can she agree to this marriage now?
"Grandpa..." Li Chuchen said.
Li Xiuyuan's temples were white and he was over 60 years old. As people mature with age, he naturally knew what his granddaughter was thinking. "Grandpa has already arranged this marriage for you. I believe that boy won't be bold enough to go against our Li family."
Li Chuchen felt happy when he heard this.
"Yu Zhi, a mere student with a notorious reputation, how can he be worthy of my granddaughter, Li Xiuyuan? Grandpa will not let you ruin your life's happiness because of this person." Li Xiuyuan said confidently. He had already sent someone to inquire about Yu Zhi's situation. The old friend has passed away, and even those who know about this marriage will not tell the story at the risk of becoming enemies of the Le Mansion.
Li Chuchen seemed to have thought of something and said: "Lao Huang came back this morning. Ask me if I can let them come back to celebrate the New Year this year."
Li Xiuyuan's expression was tangled, then he became decisive, and said coldly: "The court has been in turmoil in recent years. You and the prince are getting married soon, so no one can discover them. This year... it would be better for them to stay outside the city."
Li Chuchen thought about it and couldn't bear it. "It's cold in the mountains in winter, and my sister has been weak since she was a child. I'm afraid she might freeze. Besides, I haven't been able to let my sister go to the city in these years. This year, it's better to do what I want. The mansion is quite big, so I let my sister live in the backyard. , will not expose them.”
There are many Li clan members, but not all of them are in Li Mansion. Therefore, apart from the domestic servants, there are only two people in Li Mansion, Li Xiuyuan and Li Chuchen.
"The Li Mansion welcomes many guests. If someone sees it, our Le Mansion cannot afford to lose this person. Her legs are disabled. If there is such a woman in the Le Mansion, the Li family will become a laughing stock, and she will also be laughed at. What I said Everything I did was to protect her." Li Xiuyuan said.
Li Chuchen knew that there was a lot of gossip in Kyoto, and there were constant comparisons between young masters and young ladies. They didn't know that pointing at certain things meant gossiping. No one could stand this, let alone a woman with physical defects.
Li Chuchen sighed. The Li family originally had two daughters, twins. It's just that when the good news came eighteen years ago, it was said that only one daughter was born, and this was kept secret for more than ten years. Li Chuchen's sister has also lived in secret for eighteen years.
For eighteen years, Li Fu also visited famous doctors, but to no avail. Therefore, Li Wantong has been living in countless mountains outside the city.
"If sister can't come in, then I will go outside the city to see her." Li Chuchen had no choice but to make this decision. After all, what Li Xiuyuan said was reasonable. Li Wantong's existence is almost a secret of the Li family.
As he spoke, Li Chuchen's mind flashed to that cool woman who was a bit more beautiful than him. She would often hold a book and read quietly, occasionally looking at the scenery in the distance.
This woman makes all women jealous.
In the mountains outside Kyoto, the snow has melted on several bamboo houses. The sun was shining brightly every day, and Li Wantong couldn't help but let the girl push the wheelchair out for a stroll.
There are steps in front of the bamboo house, and there is also a slope paved with bluestone slabs. This was specially made by Lao Huang to facilitate the entry and exit of Li Wantong and her wheelchair.
There is no bamboo cover in the yard, and the sun shines on it to its fullest. Li Wantong closed the book in his hand, and suddenly heard a few birdsong in his ears. It seemed that after the weather cleared, the birds came out to look for food.
It was already mid-afternoon, and the sun would set in a little while, and the silent silence would return to this bamboo forest.
"Has Lao Huang come back?" Li Wantong asked.
The girl knew what her young lady wanted to ask, and said: "Miss has asked me many times today. Lao Huang went to Kyoto to buy some vegetables, and I'm afraid he won't be able to come back until sunset."
Li Wantong said "Oh" and then said: "I hope he can bring back good news."
The girl stood behind Li Wantong, thinking that she would be disappointed again this year. Although she is young, there are often gossips among the maids. The girl has heard a lot and knows that the Prime Minister in Li Mansion regards face as important as life and death.
"Miss, I heard that many interesting things happened in Kyoto. How about I tell you?"
Li Wantong just said lightly: "Those interesting things in Kyoto are just the nonsense of those young men and young ladies, but they have become your talk topics."
While rubbing Li Wantong's shoulders, the girl said: "Miss, you are obviously only a few years older than me, why do you always look like you see the world clearly? Aren't you curious?"
Li Wantong chuckled and said: "The interesting story you mentioned is probably that a young man from a certain family was chased and beaten by his wife in Yihong Mansion and a young lady from a certain family fell in love with a down-and-out scholar. Such things happen every month."
