The eldest lady has already written a letter to notify other Gu family members to return. As a result, except for Gu Tingrui, the concubine who was still on her way back to her parents' home wrote back, planning to stay at her parents' home for a few more days before returning. All the concubines with two or three bedrooms wrote back saying that they would not come.
Why are you back? The huge Gu Mansion is now empty. It was said that the official was reinstated, but the panic at that time and the tragic situation of other officials involved in the case made them each play their own cards. Just take the banknotes and land deeds and live separately!
This made the old lady very angry, and she scolded them for forgetting that she was still alive after they separated.
Xining could only comfort her with kind words.
The old lady felt relieved for a moment, and held Xi Ning's hand happily: "It's true that time has passed to see people's hearts, and my love for you has not been in vain."
Then he remembered something: "If there is anything missing in the house, just go out and buy it. I will pay for it. Grandma still has some money!"
Xining smiled: "I will give you five taels of silver for your father-in-law. In less than two days, I will scatter money everywhere to buy things. In a few days, the things in the house are enough now, so grandma doesn't have to worry."
The old lady looked at her sensible granddaughter and sighed, unable to hide her sadness: "Xin'er is ready to propose a marriage, but with everything going on, it's hard to find a good match."
Xining still smiled: "That's just right. My granddaughter won't get married and will stay with her grandmother."
"Nonsense!" The old lady was amused. Although she had a tigerish face, she still had a smile on her lips: "Grandma will always take the first step. Wait half a year before the news subsides."
Xining thought for a while: "Actually, I still want to visit my grandmother's hometown in Yangzhou, which is a prosperous place."
The old lady was thinking the same thing. If it didn't work out, she would take her granddaughter back to Yangzhou to live for a while and see if anyone would come to propose marriage. But this is the final plan: "Although Yangzhou is good, most of them are merchants. Grandma is reluctant to let you marry so far away... I really wronged my Xin'er."
After saying this, I couldn't help crying.
"Grandma, why are you crying because you are happy to go back to your hometown?" Xining coaxed: "Is it possible that you are happy after you run away and go back?"
When the old lady heard this, she burst into tears and laughed. It's better now than before. Anyway, Gu Tingrui was reinstated and no one in the capital dared to marry him, so he went to Yangzhou. At worst, I will go to Yangzhou. Seeing that my granddaughter can live a good life, I will be able to return to my roots.
While chatting, someone handed me a post.
The old lady was shocked when she saw it. Jin Yiwei is coming to visit!
Zhang Zhong was standing waiting at the door, which made him very uncomfortable.
As soon as the post was handed in, the concierge looked at it and was so frightened that he closed the door behind his back. I originally wanted to kick the door in, but after thinking about it, I had better endure it and be polite first, then attack.
The two subordinates next to him were not used to it either: "Sir, why don't you go in? When will the Jin Yiwei come in and hand over the post?"
Just knock on the door, or kick the door if it doesn't open.
Zhang Zhong glared: "Everything has a first time! Don't talk nonsense later, don't say a word."
The two subordinates looked at each other and bowed: "Yes, sir!"
The door opened, and the butler's nephew Gu Quan came out. Although he was cautious, his feet were trembling many times when he saw Jin Yiwei before.
Gu Quan saluted: "The young one will lead the way for the adults. Please follow the young ones."
"Hmm~" Zhang Zhong held the embroidered spring knife in his hand and followed him in swiftly. Two subordinates also followed closely.
Among the many large courtyards in the capital, the Gu Mansion can only be regarded as average. After the house was ransacked, it seemed empty. Moreover, the maids and slaves would be able to avoid the royal guards, so no one was seen along the way.
Walking into the living room, the old lady, the eldest lady and Miss Gu were already sitting there one after another.
After Zhang Zhong stood firm, he clasped his fists and saluted casually: "Old Madam Gu, Madam Gu!" After all, she was Madam Gaoming, so she should salute.
Xining stood up and saluted: "Master Zhang!"
The old lady sat down and said, "Please sit down and serve tea."
Zhang Zhong sat at the head of the guests, and two of his men stood behind him, holding the official sword on his waist, looking very powerful and charming.
A cup of tea was finally served in the maid's trembling hands.
The old lady said helplessly: "The family is still buying things. The tea is not good. Please forgive me."
"It doesn't matter!" Zhang Zhong took a sip of tea and immediately frowned. Sure enough, the tea was not good, quite bad. Probably the big bowls of tea served in restaurants are better than this. Moreover, the tea leaves are all old tea that has been separated for a few years. It is bitter and astringent and has no tea aroma. This is not tea, it is almost like medicine.
The old lady got back to her business: "Sir, come here, what do you want me to do?"
Zhang Zhong replied: "I would like to ask Miss Gu to go to Beizhen Fusi to treat Master Xu Mianxu's injuries."
The old lady was stunned for a moment, then she thought for a while and then said politely: "Mr. Fusi Tongzhi's injury in Beizhen was treated by the imperial doctor from the imperial hospital. How can we let her go?"
Zhang Zhong said straightforwardly: "The injuries on Master Xu Mian of Beizhen Fusi were treated by Miss Gu with sutures. It has been seven days and it is time to remove the sutures. The person who untied the bells must tie the bells. Since it is Miss Gu, It's sewn, so naturally let Miss Gu take it apart."
After saying that, he stood up: "Please ask Miss Gu to follow me to Beizhen Fusi."
Now everyone was stunned. Stitches, what kind of wounds?
Xining sighed slightly and said to the old lady and the eldest lady: "Grandma, mother, I'd better go there once. I'll be back soon!"
"Please!" Zhang Zhong made a gesture of invitation with his hand toward the door.
Watching Gu Wanxin walk out, the Jin Yiwei, dressed in black and carrying a sword, followed behind. The old lady and the eldest lady panicked immediately!
When I rushed to the door, I saw a group of people walking away.
"What should we do?" The old lady was so anxious that she was sweating. After thinking about it, she immediately pushed her and said, "Hurry up and call the master."
The eldest lady was also anxious: "It's useless to call you, sir. Who dares to stop the person Fu Si of Beizhen wants?"
Even the carriage was ready outside the door. After Xining got on the carriage, the carriage started to take shape. Zhang Zhong and two of his men followed on horseback.
Xining lifted the curtains and saw Zhang Zhong following him. He looked at the badge on his waist and said, "Congratulations to Mr. Zhang on your promotion. I didn't expect that after not seeing you for a few days, I would already be the Deputy Qianhu."
Zhang Zhong raised his head slightly and said, "I have followed Lord Xu through life and death, and to be appreciated by him is a great honor for my humble position."
Xi Ning laughed and said, "It is Mr. Zhang who is not afraid of life and death and is loyal. He is truly worthy of his reputation."
Zhang Zhong smiled and felt good. Although I know it is flattering, but flattery never wears off. He usually flatters me a lot!
This time the car didn't rush around like Jin Yiwei usually did, and walked slowly.
Xining put down the curtains, feeling a headache coming on. He finally understood the reason why the task was not completed. It seems that Xu Mian is going to cause trouble!
She just wants to complete her mission well, not to fall in love with Mr. Jin Yiwei! What should we do now?
