Yi Huan sat in his sister-in-law's room for half an hour.
Sister-in-law Cao Yaqin is a woman with a meek and cowardly nature. Her eldest uncle, second uncle, and fourth uncle are both strong. When her parents and brothers went to war, Yi Huan was taken by her sister-in-law.
Ms. Cao is a woman who takes her word for it and never gets into arguments with others easily.
And in front of powerful elders, only by being humble can you save yourself and Brother Ming.
Under the influence of his ears and eyes, Yi Huan followed suit and developed a docile and well-behaved character, becoming a standard lady.
Cao Yaqin opened her eyes. She had heard the news that Yi Ming owed the gambling house 30,000 taels of silver and had been seized. She fainted out of anger.
Now she saw Yi Huan sitting in front of her. She stood up tremblingly, grabbed her hand, and asked, "Sister Huan, Ming'er... How is Ming'er?"
Yi Huan patted the back of her hand and comforted: "Sister-in-law, don't worry, I have paid back the thirty thousand taels for Ming'er. Ming'er has returned home now, don't worry."
Cao Yaqin couldn't help crying and said, "How can you have so much money? Did you...did you touch the dowry General Yi left for you?"
Yi Huan was speechless.
Cao Yaqin choked up and said: "Sister Huan, it's me who can't help you, it's me who can't help you!"
"I have burdened you without telling you, and I have spoiled Ming'er." She squeezed Yi Huan's hand and said, "How can I have the honor to meet your brother when I'm under Jiuquan?"
"If...if it was my husband who took Ming'er with him and asked Ming'er to follow Yi Sheng since she was a child, Ming'er might not be like this now! It's a son's fault for not being a godmother!"
"Sister-in-law." Yi Huan called. She patted her back and said, "Sister-in-law, don't blame yourself. After you gave birth to Ming'er, your brother has been accompanying his father on the border. A few times, it’s my brother who can’t stand you mother and son.”
"Sister-in-law has done a good job. As for Ming'er, sister-in-law, I know you can't be cruel. It doesn't matter. You can't control Ming'er. I will. I am determined not to let him go astray again." Yi Huan He said warmly.
Her calm eyes had a soothing power.
Cao Yaqin gradually calmed down, and she said: "Huan'er, don't worry, I will find a way... find a way to help you redeem those dowries."
Yi Huan said: "Things are dead and people are alive. There is no need to force it. It doesn't matter if you can't redeem it. As long as my sister-in-law and Ming'er can live a stable life, what's the point of spending some money?"
Cao Yaqin held her hand with mixed feelings. She really didn't know what to say.
How could it not be important? Those were all left by the general for Yi Huan's personal use, and there were even relics of Yi Huan's mother.
"Sister-in-law, please rest assured. The matter has calmed down now, and uncle and the others will not come to question you again. Don't worry about the money."
Cao Yaqin looked too haggard.
Yi Huan felt sorry for her. When Yi Huan was a child, her sister-in-law took care of her for a long time. Yi Huan often asked her when her brother would come back. Cao Yaqin comforted her and said that a man should build a career outside, and a woman should manage the home well. , just wait with peace of mind.
…
Lin Qingpei stood in the corridor waiting.
Yi Huan came out of her sister-in-law's room and hesitated for a while.
Cao Yaqin is in bad condition now, and she wants to stay and comfort her tonight.
"Mr. Lang." Yi Huan called.
Lin Qingpei turned around and asked, "Have you finished watching Mrs. Sister-in-law? Let's go back home."
Yi Huan said: "Sister-in-law is sick. I want to stay here tonight and not go back home."
When Lin Qingpei heard this, he immediately frowned.
He immediately spoke: "Aren't you going back to your home? Huan'er, you are my wife now, what are you talking about if you stay in the Yi Mansion? Those who don't know may think you have some rift with me."
Yi Huan pursed his lips.
Lin Qingpei continued: "My sister-in-law is sick, and the doctor and the Yi family are watching over her. Can she get better faster if you stay here? You don't know medical skills."
Yi Huan asked: "So, Mr. Lang will not allow it?"
Lin Qingpei sighed and said: "Huan'er, you also know that my official career is going smoothly now. I can't let outsiders take advantage of me. If your majesty mistakenly thinks that my Lin family is uneasy, it may affect my promotion path."
At the palace banquet, His Majesty warned her like that. If not, he would not be willing to punish Gu.
Yi Huan lowered his head, his eyelids drooping lightly, and the eyes in the shadow were extremely disappointed.
She said: "I understand. I will go and say a few words to my sister-in-law, and then I will go back home with you."
Lin Qingpei didn't stop him this time.
*
On the way back, the two of them rode in a carriage together.
Yi Huan stopped talking to Lin Qingpei, and there was an awkward silence.
Lin Qingpei said: "Huan'er, don't do that again in the future."
Yi Huan was slightly startled and asked, "What kind?"
Lin Qingpei said: "Chop Ming'er's hand with a knife. I know you did it out of desperation, but you are my wife now, so you should act more cautiously. If this matter spreads out, it will not sound good, and someone will accuse you." What should I do if she’s a shrew?”
"In that case, Lang Jun is better off for me."
"You and I are one husband and wife. I have considered it for you, as well as the relics left by my father-in-law. Don't worry, I will find a way."
"No need, I didn't think about redeeming it after selling it. Thank you sir for your kindness." Yi Huan said lightly.
After returning to Lin Mansion, Lin Qingpei had dinner with Yi Huan again.
Second watch.
Lin Qingpei finished handling his official duties and stood in front of the gate of Ningxuan Hall.
Lin Qingpei is still thinking about consummating the marriage. He failed to consummate the marriage last night, and he should make up for it today.
Lin Qingpei opened the door and saw Yi Huan combing his hair in the mirror.
She had just finished taking a shower and was sitting quietly in front of the bronze mirror.
"Huan'er."
Yi Huan raised his eyes and looked at him lightly.
Lin Qingpei stepped forward, took the comb in her hand, and combed her hair himself. He said: "Last night, the calligraphy treasure given by His Majesty was stolen, so I had to deal with it temporarily."
Yi Huan asked: "Did you find the calligraphy treasure?"
"I found it. After dawn, the calligraphy was placed on my desk intact."
After Lin Qingpei finished explaining, his eyes were burning, the back of his hand gently brushed her fair cheek, and asked: "Huan'er, I will make it up to you tonight, okay?"
Yi Huan didn't sleep last night, and there was a faint bruise under his eyes. He made a big fuss today. He was exhausted both mentally and physically. He had no time to deal with Lin Qingpei anymore, let alone the energy to do that kind of thing with him.
She said: "Mr. Lang, I am very tired today and want to rest."
Lin Qingpei paused.
"Huan'er, are you unwilling to consummate your marriage with me?"
Yi Huan twitched her lips and asked, "Mr. Lang, I have been married to you for more than a year. Am I unwilling to consummate our marriage with you during this year?"
Lin Qingpei was silent for a while.
"I'm really tired today." Yi Huan stood up. The buzzing in her ears hadn't stopped since she called Yi Mansion.
Yi Huan swayed slightly, and Lin Qingpei helped her up. He saw that her face was indeed pale and tired.
He said: "That's fine, you can rest tonight so that your husband won't disturb you."
Yi Huan responded with a warm voice.
*
Yi Huan was dreaming again.
In the dream, the tall and handsome man was sitting on the edge of the bed. He had not tied up his hair today, with a few strands of hair hanging down from his forehead. His long black hair was draped casually on his shoulders, looking unruly, but it did not undermine his dignity.
The man's eyes were filled with burning desire, staring straight at Yi Huan.
"Huan'er, come here."
