The Bookish Scholar of the Red Mansion

After the imperial doctor arrived, he administered medicine and acupuncture to stabilize the old lady's condition.

After several imperial doctors came out from their work, the waiting Jia family members hurriedly stepped forward. Jia She asked anxiously: How is the old lady?

Even though Jia She was usually confused, he was the one who was most afraid of Jia Mu's health problems. Jia Zheng was supported by Baoyu and walked to the imperial doctor.

Seeing the two principals of Rongguo Mansion arriving together, several imperial doctors looked at Wang Junxiao, who often came to Jia's house for consultation.

You are always a celebrity in the Imperial Medical Office, and Jia Mu is your regular customer. It would be best for Dr. Wang to come forward to deal with this difficult situation.

Wang Junxiao also knew that this matter was difficult to explain. He tried his best to choose his words and said cautiously: The old lady is old, and this disease is the most dangerous. It will take you two to be patient for a few days...

Thinking about the words, Doctor Wang continued: In the past few days, we must not make the old lady sad or angry again. Otherwise...

What else would happen?

The importance of Jia Mu to Baoyu cannot be expressed in words like grandmother. Baoyu's expression was the most nervous.

Doctor Wang shook his head. He didn't say anything, but he seemed to have said everything.

On the contrary, all the female guests in the house had tears in their eyes and were very sad. Yingchun took several younger sisters and hid behind them, seemingly in a state of confusion.

Wang Xifeng couldn't protect herself. She cried most sadly. She didn't know whether she was grieving for the old lady or herself.

When some people are still alive, everyone just treats them as decorations. When she was about to leave, she suddenly remembered the kindness of the other person.

My parents are here, and I still have a place to support myself. Without his parents, he is a lonely wanderer in the world, and there is only desolation in the vast world.

In times of crisis, it was Jia Zheng who showed the momentum of a man of the family. He led Doctor Wang to a remote place for a private chat.

But Jia She fell down in his seat and murmured: Mom, you can't leave. What will happen to the child if you leave?

Mrs. Wang held Mrs. Xue in tears and she looked so sad, as if Jia Mu had passed away, which was hard to comment on.

Several imperial doctors looked at the faces of all the beings in the Jia family and hurriedly left without saying anything. Come on, this place is already a fire cave. If you don't say it well, you will burn yourself.

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It took about two days and one night before Jia Mu woke up in bed. As soon as she opened her eyes, she saw her children and grandchildren in the house. Needless to say, Jia pardoned Jia Zheng, and his two daughters-in-law were also present.

The remaining ones include Jia Lian, Baoyu, Sanchun, Jia Zhen and Jia Rong, a father and son. Baochai and Xiangyun were neither here. She knew that the inconvenience these two people had was not because they didn't miss her. Even though Jia Mu had just woken up, her mind was extremely clear at the moment.

She turned her eyes again as she was called old lady one after another. Finally it fell on my daughter who was wiping tears in front of me.

Seeing that Jia Min was so sad that she couldn't help herself, Jia's mother also had mixed feelings and said: Min'er.

Mom!! Jia Min's voice immediately made Jia's mother burst into tears, unable to stop them.

Yuanyang looked even more anxiously, and while holding the handkerchief, he said: Old lady, the imperial doctor has given you many instructions, telling you not to be sad.

We still have so many good days ahead of us, why don’t we pity ourselves?

He knew that Yuanyang really cared about him, but the pain in Jia Mu's heart could not be comforted by the imperial doctor with just a few words.

She waved her hands and said angrily: Except Min'er, Baoyu, and Yuanyang, everyone else should get out. Get out! I don't want to see you...

Brothers Jia Zheng and Jia She looked at each other, and at the urging of Jia Mu, they had no choice but to leave with everyone.

The room suddenly became quieter, and in the dim and flickering oil lamps, there were only the silent sobs of a few people. The pale yellow orange light pulled everyone's shadows onto the ebony carved beams.

Wood is a dead thing, and shadows are also dead things.

Suddenly, a shadow began to flash. Jia Baoyu endured the sadness and came to Jia Mu and comforted her: Old lady, take good care of yourself. When summer comes, how about we go to the garden to enjoy the flowers?

Mother Jia smiled happily, struggled to touch the top of Baoyu's head with her hand, and said feebly: Okay, when grandma gets well, I will accompany my Baoyu to enjoy the flowers.

When Jia Min said a few words to Jia's mother, her complexion turned pale. How could one fail to see that what Jia Mu said was just to deceive the younger generation.

She had a strong temper, and she obviously shed tears, but she didn't even sob.

Seeing her beloved daughter's stubborn look, Mother Jia felt even more sentimental and murmured: I am exactly the same as your father. Even when he cries, he has to save his face.

Mom, don't abandon the child. Jia Min finally couldn't control it and flew towards Jia Mu.

What nonsense are you talking about? Mom hasn't had enough good life yet. Your father asked me to go, but I didn't even go.

Mother Jia hummed, and patted Jia Min on the back with her hand, Now you know you can't let me go? In the past, you had to call me an old lady, and I would find reasons to go to your house to see you every day.

Jia Min was so excited that she couldn't hide it. He said directly: If my second sister-in-law hadn't been unable to tolerate me in every possible way, why wouldn't my daughter want to go home and be with you?

Jia Baoyu was shocked when he heard this. He really didn't expect that Mrs. Wang and Jia Min would have a holiday.

He subconsciously looked at Jia Mu and saw that the other party also said: Mother knows, mother knows. How can I not see your grievances? It's just that it's hard to be a family man if you are not deaf or dumb.

Your father has found a good family for you after all. In this life, you cannot enjoy all the blessings. Only if you suffer a little loss can God remember your grievances.

Mom hopes that you can figure it out on your own. You can't see your second sister-in-law on weekdays, so you can close the door to keep yourself quiet.

Don't blame Mom in your heart, okay? Jia Mu patted Jia Min on the back until the other party nodded repeatedly.

She finally gasped and said, If I see your father now, I will have something to say. Min'er didn't blame me. You, an old man who left early, have nothing to say.

Mom, you haven't even seen Yu'er's child. You must take good care of yourself. Jia Min was afraid that Jia Mu was already determined to die. As long as a person loses the will to survive, even if there is a panacea, it will be useless.

I miss Yu'er too. Jia Mu sighed and looked at the bed curtain. She always loved the color of wealth, and even the bed curtain was carefully selected in pomegranate color.

How great would it be if Yu'er was by your side at this moment? Jia Mu thought so and said, Min'er, is my uncle here?

Here he is, of course he is here. He is waiting in the hall because there are women in the house. Mother, can you call Ruhai here? Jia Min was afraid that Jia Mu had something important to explain, so she wanted to get up.

Jia's mother quickly reached out to hold Jia Min, No, no need. Don't embarrass Ruhai, he is also a grandfather now. With their body, how many years can he last in the court? Min'er, you Tell me honestly. Do you have any room for maneuver regarding your elder brother?

Hearing Jia Mu's question, Jia Min fell into silence unexpectedly. Jia Mu immediately figured it out and sighed faintly: Time is also destiny. No wonder the old saying often says that a clear family tradition and moral integrity are passed down to the family.

It's the father's fault if a son doesn't teach you. Your father passed away early. After all, it's actually my fault. If I hadn't doted on your two brothers too much, I wouldn't have done anything good or bad. Baoyu... …”

Hearing Jia Mu suddenly call him, Baoyu leaned forward again, Grandma, my grandson is here.

Will you support this family well in the future? You are also going to be a father. You should remember the lessons of your father and your uncle and teach your children well.

Hearing that Jia Mu was getting weaker and weaker as she spoke, Baoyu burst into tears again and said, Grandma, grandson remembers it. Grandson will never forget your words. You should have a good rest first.

No, if I don't finish what I said today, I won't be able to swallow my breath. I still have some dowry from back then, Yuanyang...

Old lady, I'm here.

Tomorrow you take them out and give them to the second child. Whether he wants to use them to settle the accounts next door, or keep them for future generations to rely on, it's up to him.

Jia's mother turned her head again, looked at Jia Min, and ordered: Don't embarrass me about the Jia family's affairs. I only want something from you and your wife...

Mom, tell me. As if she had a premonition of something, Jia Min was stunned and looked at Jia Mu's face gradually turning red.

Baoyu is still a child, and although he was a little confused and naive in the past, he is not bad in nature. After all, he has suffered less and lacks some of the responsibilities that a man should have.

Now that he has just started to grow up, I can't see the day when he will be successful. Can you two take care of me for a while?

Mom, don't worry about this junior anymore. My daughter promises you.

It's okay if we don't worry. Mother Jia never wanted to work so hard, but she had children growing up in front of her, so how could she just ignore them.

If you can't keep the big house, Min'er, you must protect Feng Yatou's child. Even though the two of them have made many mistakes, Feng Yatou has not failed our family, and the child has not enjoyed a few years of happiness.

Mother Jia took a breath and said in a painful voice: We can't really kill the incense in the big house. When the Qingming Festival comes, there won't even be anyone offering incense.

Jia Min shed tears and nodded silently, listening to Jia's mother explaining the funeral details bit by bit.

Baoyu. Mother Jia called Jia Baoyu again and said to her, Although your mother's heart is with you, her thoughts are too selfish.

When dealing with people, if one's heart is selfish, the path will only become narrower and narrower. Please remember not to listen to her in the future, and never forget your grandmother’s advice.

I'm sorry, grandma, what else do you want to say?

Grandma? Grandma!!

mother!!

old lady!!!

A scream sounded, causing people from outside to rush into the house. Seeing his mother's hands hanging down, Jia Zheng finally knelt on the ground and cried loudly: Mom, it's the child who is unfilial, it's the child who is unfilial.

Jia She was even more sad and angry. He rolled on the ground and yelled: Mom, why did you leave the child and leave? My mother!!!

But the more he behaved like this, the more anger surged in Jia Zheng's heart. I don't know why he went crazy, but Jia Zheng rushed up and beat Jia She violently.

It's all you, it's been you since childhood! It's not enough to make my father angry to death, I also want to make my mother angry to death. I'll beat you to death, you bastard!

The more Jia Zheng talked, the angrier he became, and the more he talked, the angrier he became. Others were unable to pull him away, so Jia Zhen and Jia Lian struggled to pull their always honest second uncle out.

Seeing Jia Min's devastated look, Lin Ruhai hurriedly came forward to hug his wife and comforted him: Min Min, Min Min. Think of Yu'er, think of Jue'er, think of Sheng'er. Min Min...

Jia Min's expression gradually turned around after her husband called her. She finally realized Jia Mu's departure and cried bitterly in Lin Ruhai's arms.

The oil lamp was on all night until daylight, just before dawn. The gates of the two mansions on Rongning Street have been hung with white flags and white cloth.

Soon, all the nobles in the capital knew. Shi, the first wife of Jia Daishan, Duke of Rongguo, passed away last night.

When everyone mentioned this, there was only a silent Hey.

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You two be quiet.

Daiyu suddenly shouted angrily at the father and son playing in the distance, which shocked Chen Heng and Chen Sheng. Sheng'er thought her mother was playing tricks on her, so she still smiled and stretched out her hand towards Daiyu.

Only then did Daiyu suddenly realize her anger, and she hurriedly said to the astonished Chen Heng: Husband, please don't blame me. I don't know what's wrong with me recently. I'm always very restless.

How could a couple not have their share of stumbling blocks? How could Chen Heng care about such a trivial matter. He walked to Daiyu with his child in his arms and said softly: Between you and me, why should we say anything that we don't know.

Chen Heng rolled his eyes, thinking that spring had been coming for a long time, and hurriedly said, How about we take Sheng'er out for an outing while you and I have a day off today?

Sister Lian is just pregnant, how can she go out and walk around at will. Daiyu looked at Chen Heng funny.

The latter smiled and said: What's the problem? Let's go out and buy her some food she likes. She must be happy in her heart.

You can try your best to fool us both. Daiyu stretched out her hand and pointed at Chen Heng. After all kinds of coaxing from her husband, she finally turned her anger into joy.

Madam, hurry up and change Sheng'er's clothes. I'll ask someone to prepare the carriage. Chen Heng said as he walked, You don't know, several restaurants have opened in the city recently. I heard that their owners are from Bashu. It tastes really good, let’s go try it quickly.”

Amid Chen Heng's coaxing, the sullenness in Daiyu's heart finally dissipated. She held Sheng'er in her arms and felt the heavy solidity.

When he lowered his head and looked again, Sheng'er's round eyes were looking at him, and a pair of small hands were still holding the skirt of her clothes. Daiyu lost her mind and called the child's name even more joyfully.

After tidying up inside and outside, Chen Heng took Daiyu and Sheng'er out for an outing.

In spring, the willows slant and the breeze flows through the jade gate.

After leaving the bustling city gate, driving a carriage along the path, you can enjoy the green spring scenery through the car window.

The green grass accompanies the dewdrops, and the jackdaws play on the blue waves. So vibrant, it naturally makes people happy both physically and mentally.

Daiyu hugged Sheng'er and lay by the car window, telling her child about the scenery along the way.

Liu Xianglian, who was driving, saw the happy appearance in the car. With a thought, I suddenly felt that starting a family was not a wrong decision.

He shook his head and focused his attention on the carriage again.

there's always a solution to any problem. Yue Lao holds the red thread, you can't just forget about me, right? Liu Xianglian thought happily: It's mine, and we will meet him sooner or later.

The family went all the way to the mountain road outside the city. Along the mountain road, they visited ancient temples, saw famous people's calligraphy and paintings, and talked loudly with the old monk in the mountain pavilion.

After another vegetarian meal in the temple, Daiyu took the good luck sign and left the ancient temple happily.

The important thing about the interpretation of the fortune is that she is destined to turn bad luck into good fortune in this life, and she is born with noble people to help her. Daiyu felt relieved physically and mentally after hearing this.

Chen Heng did not draw lots together. This lady in his family has a sensitive and thoughtful temperament. She is not lucky enough for herself, and she also hopes that her husband will not be wrong.

If you draw a lucky or bad luck, it will definitely not be good. Chen Heng was worried that Daiyu would have random thoughts again. She simply declined Daiyu's request and just happily carried Sheng'er around.

Return to Fucheng and buy some food for Yinglian from a street restaurant. As soon as Chen Heng approached the door of his house, he heard the report from the concierge that a distinguished guest was visiting.

Chen Heng hurriedly informed Daiyu, and when he came to the front hall, he saw Xin Suzhao, whom he had not seen for several years.

Now Fang Gui is the commander of the navy of the two provinces, and his promotion speed in the officialdom is much faster than Chen Heng.

However, his achievements were achieved on the battlefield with one sword and one spear, which is really not something to envy.

As soon as Xin Suzhao, who was getting stronger and taller, stood up, Chen Heng had already spoken to him and said with a smile: You still know how to come see me?

Just this sentence brought the two of them back to the friendship of school classmates. Xin Suzhao also laughed: Bring some gifts to my nephew who has never been masked before.

It's so late, so I have to ask for a double portion for him. Chen Heng smiled and gestured with his famous hands, and sat down with his friend again.

There is a wooden bow and a pony. Xin Suzhao raised his eyebrows, showing the unique and free spirit of his youth.

Chen Heng was shocked to hear that his family could not be considered half a scholarly family now. These things Xin Suzhao sent were taking Sheng'er astray.

Xin Suzhao couldn't help laughing when he saw Chen Heng eating a turtle. His laughter attracted a secret glance from someone.

I saw this person sneaking behind the door, looking like he wanted to poke his head in but didn't dare.

Xin Suzhao himself sneered first and said: If you have the ability to cut off your robe and cut off the righteousness, but not the ability to come out and compete?

Liu Xianglian couldn't bear to be provoked, so she jumped in and shouted: Eldest brother, don't look down on others. The second brother's current martial arts skills may be better than yours.

Regardless of Liu Xianglian's tough words, Chen Heng just looked at his obedient and flattering look. He couldn't hold back his laughter and said with a bad smile: Erlang's martial arts are indeed improving day by day. Brother Xin, please don't try it easily, lest you get hurt. of each other.”

Liu Xianglian tensed up after hearing this. He always felt that Mr. Chen didn't hold it in well.

Oh?

That's all, Liu Xianglian knew that if she wanted to reunite, this experience was inevitable. I had no choice but to insist: Let's make it clear first, I won't let you, and you won't let me, let's... stop here.

Humph. Xin Suzhao chuckled disdainfully and continued walking into the yard without saying much.

There is no such thing as a school ground in the Chen family. The two strong men started beating on the bluestone.

Liu Xianglian felt guilty in her heart and hesitated a bit before taking action. After a while, he couldn't help but said: Brother, are you serious?

Bang bang bang. Another beating.

Xin, if you continue like this, I will fight back.

Xin Suzhao was worthy of being a soldier, so he beat him even more vigorously, even using dirty tricks.

When Daiyu came over with Sheng'er in her arms, she wanted Xin Suzhao to recognize her face.

Seeing the distinguished guest and Liu Xianglian fighting, she was very worried about her husband: Why did they start fighting? You didn't even try to dissuade them.

It's okay, they are just joking. Chen Hengzheng was looking at it so excitedly that he could not stop the good thing in front of him.

He waved his hand, knowing that the two men were going to have a fight. There is no reason to rewrite things in the past.

Things between men can be so wild and interesting sometimes.

It took a lot of effort to fight back before Liu Xianglian counterattacked. Xin Suzhao suddenly stopped his hand and said: Since the younger brothers and sisters are here, let's give up this battle first. The second brother's martial arts has indeed made rapid progress, and I am very happy for him.

After receiving a fat beating in vain, Liu Xianglian was unwilling to listen to him. However, Xin Suzhao ran very fast and had already reached Daiyu and picked up Sheng'er.

Therefore, it is not just scholars who are evil-hearted. These soldiers and ruffians also have very dirty minds.

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After a little fuss, it was time for dinner. Xin Suzhao finally talked to Chen Heng about business.

As for the navy of the two provinces, hold on to it. If you have any ideas, just tell me.

Xin Suzhao held Sheng'er in one hand and sat with a sword and a golden horse. Looking at his appearance, he didn't regard himself as an outsider at all.

Despite Xin Suzhao's official reputation, today's Dayong Navy is completely a grassroots team. Far inferior to the invincible fleet of the Yongle period of the former Ming Dynasty.

When Xin Suzhao took office this time, he wanted to build a tall building on the ground and start everything from scratch.

Xin Suzhao used chopsticks from time to time to dip them in the soup and put them to Sheng'er's mouth to tease. Chen Heng also didn't expect that this gangster was generous and sometimes liked children.

Xin Suzhao's question flashed through his mind. Chen Heng pondered for a moment and said directly without hiding anything: If this navy wants to improve, it should be based on the people of Fujian and Zhejiang as the supplement.

Xin Suzhao nodded, with a serious look on his face, and said seriously: Chixing, you continue. While speaking, he did not forget to fill his good brother's glass with wine.

Fujian has been mountainous since ancient times, and the people are brave. The people along the coast make a living by fishing, and they have been crawling in the waves since they were young. If you train them well and then regain Yizhou, you will have the right time, place, and people.

The topic circled around and turned to Yizhou. Before Xin Suzhao came to visit, he also asked an expert for advice. Knowing that there are former Ming officials and generals who have fled on this island, and that the Dutch are also involved here, the situation is really complicated.

Does the imperial court want to capture Yizhou? Xin Suzhao became interested as soon as he heard about the war.

Chen Heng nodded and explained again: Brother Xin, look... He took two tea cups from the table, Look at our Dayong territory, does it look like a big rooster?

Seeing Xin Suzhao nodding, Chen Heng pointed at the teacup and said, The one above is Yizhou, and the one below is Qiongzhou Island. Do they look like the feet of this rooster?

Everyone has nothing to stand on, and the same goes for the imperial court. If the shipping business is to continue to prosper for a long time, the battle of Yizhou cannot be delayed.

Chen Heng raised his hand to make a knife and said without mercy, No matter whether it is the Dutch or officials from the former Ming Dynasty, we can't keep them. We must fight to determine the outcome and clear the world.

When Yizhou is recovered, the navy can be stationed on the island. With a two-sided attack, we can control Korea and Japan. This will stop them from wanting to use Western countries to stir up trouble.

The more Xin Suzhao listened, the more interesting he became, and he knew that coming to Chen Heng to discuss it would be fruitful. No, not only was the next step clear, Chen Heng also pointed out the subsequent opponents.

Does Japan also want to fight? Xin Suzhao asked with great interest.

It is an insect next to the chicken's beak. If we don't fight it, it will turn over and bite us. Chen Heng said decisively, This is the side of the bed. What the two sides are fighting for is an opportunity.

After taking Japan, we will then use the three islands to firmly block the warships of the Western countries from the country. As long as future generations are not confused, they will have a prosperous life for a hundred years.

When I get back this time, I will look for some geographical records of Japan and read them. Xin Suzhao picked up the wine glass and gestured towards Chen Heng, Chi Xing, this glass is for you.

When a close friend comes to visit, there is no reason to live outside. Chen Heng and Xin Suzhao got very drunk tonight and waited until they got up the next day. Xin Suzhao, who has a fiery temperament, has already taken a boat to Zhejiang and Fujian.

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Seven days later, when the weather is getting warmer. Chen Heng finally received an urgent letter from Lin Ruhai. The letter told the news of Jia's mother's death and gave many instructions, telling Chen Heng to be careful about Daiyu's mood.

When Chen Heng learned about this, he was stunned on the spot. He has been in the Red Mansion for so many years and has made some changes in himself.

Unexpectedly, at Jia Mu's age, she still couldn't escape.

Why.

Chen Heng couldn't help but start to have a headache, how to tell Yu'er about this, and how to arrange for his family to return to Beijing for the funeral.