The Bookish Scholar of the Red Mansion

When Chen Heng and Lin Jue returned to the wing arranged by Jia's family to rest, his brother-in-law was still gushing over Jia She's behavior.

Lin Jue just sat on the bed and crossed his legs and said, Brother-in-law, do you take what your uncle said seriously?

Chen Heng knew it and asked, What are you talking about?

Lin Jue suddenly became anxious and hurriedly waved his hands, Is it the matter that the second aunt wants cousin Baoyu to inherit Shuangfu?

Confused. Chen Heng was helpless when pressed by this idiot, so he had to ask, How possible do you think this is?

Lin Jue thought about it over and over in his mind, and finally said in frustration: If the uncle committed something that would be enough to reduce his rank, I'm afraid that the second aunt's plan will come to nothing.

You know and still ask? Chen Heng stared at him speechlessly, and then took the initiative to check the bed.

When you are outside, you cannot be careless. The Jia family is now being pushed down by the wall, and no one knows what desperate things they will do.

This is why Chen Heng insisted on pulling Lin Di into the same room to sleep together even though the Jia family had arranged two separate rooms.

Otherwise, at dawn the next day, I would open my eyes and find that there was a girl next to my bed. How to explain that, I can’t explain clearly.

Lin Jue's thoughts were not as dark as those of his brother-in-law. I was still sighing with emotion about the phrase cleverness is mistaken for cleverness.

In fact, how can there be so many agencies that have been exhausted? They are completely obsessed with the authorities.

Being stuck in Jia's Grand View Garden all day long, the scenery that can be seen is naturally limited. The longer time goes by, the more I think the world only exists in this small area, but I forget how vast it really is.

If you don't plan for the overall situation, you won't be able to plan for a city. As a player, his vision only stops at the Jia family. Then it is destined that the fate of these people can only be manipulated at the palm of their hands.

Get some rest quickly. Chen Heng urged. When he gets up tomorrow, the Jia family still has many things to help with.

Oh. Lin Jue responded and lay down next to her brother-in-law, undressed.

It's interesting to say that this is the first time that Chen Heng has lived in Jia's house in so many years since he came to this world.

This time, I'm afraid it will be the last time. Thinking of this, Chen Heng couldn't help but feel a little more emotional about witnessing the collapse of a tall building.

Lin Jue, who was lying down, was still uneasy. He turned to Chen Heng and asked, Brother-in-law, what do you think my uncle is doing to make such a fuss?

Save yourself. Chen Heng analyzed Jia She's thoughts for Lin Jue, He probably thinks that his second uncle still has a way to save himself.

What do you think, brother-in-law? Lin Jue suddenly became energetic. He liked to hear this kind of gossip the most.

It can't be saved. Unless the second uncle has a way to persuade His Majesty, no matter how much trouble the uncle makes, it will be in vain.

The two of them were talking animatedly about the Jia family's private matters, when suddenly there was a knock on the door outside.

Chen Heng immediately became very alert, leaned forward and asked, It's late at night, and people have already taken off their clothes. If it's not important, come back tomorrow.

Brother-in-law, it's me. A crisp voice came from outside.

When Chen Heng heard it, it turned out to be Baoyu's voice. He and Lin Jue looked at each other quickly, got out of bed and welcomed Baoyu into the house.

This noble young master has been through quite a lot recently. He first witnessed the death of his beloved grandmother, and then witnessed the antagonism between his eldest and second eldest brother-in-law.

The Lin family didn't have many close relatives, and Lin Jue couldn't understand it all at once. Chen Heng could understand the blow these two things had caused to Jia Baoyu.

When Baoyu walked under the bright light in the house, Chen Heng noticed his depressed look. He quickly winked at Lin Jue, who curled his lips and went to pour a cup of tea for his second cousin.

The three of them sat at a round table. Chen Heng saw that Baoyu had something to say but didn't know how to say it. After thinking about it for a moment, he took the initiative and said, How are things outside?

Chen Heng was asking about the person who was burning paper and keeping vigil at the mourning hall, but Baoyu mistakenly thought that he was asking about the first and second bedrooms, so he shook his head and said with a hint of ridicule: We were tired from the quarrel just now, so we went back to our rooms to rest.

Chen Heng was silent, this was a family matter of the Jia family, how could a grandson-in-law like him interrupt. Not to mention that when Jia's mother was alive, the Chen family and the Jia family were not close.

Baoyu sighed, he didn't come here just for the first or second house. As ignorant as he is, he also sees the danger of what happened to his uncle.

Even his father had to worry about it, so how could he ask Chen Heng to help him. Not to mention that he would be rejected if he talked about it, Baoyu was too embarrassed to even mention it.

Although it was late at night, Chen Heng was still very patient. He has always had this ability in dealing with people.

But he waited long enough, and Lin Jue, who was younger after all, took the initiative and asked: Cousin, does he have something important to do with my brother-in-law?

I should throw you out. Chen Heng murmured in his heart and glanced at Lin Jue. Baoyu didn't notice Chen Heng's little movements, his eyes kept falling on the teacup in front of him.

The green tea leaves are rolling and settling in the water, as if everyone cannot control their own destiny.

Baoyu took a deep breath, raised his eyebrows and looked at Chen Heng, and finally said, I just want to chat with you.

He was still a little shy when he said this. Baoyu said with a bit of shame, probably remembering his confusion in his early years.

Before she passed away, the old lady told me to take good care of this family and provide a place for my sisters to return to. I really don't know what to do...

As he spoke, he unconsciously lowered his head and looked at the jade hands with nails. His gaze stayed briefly, then quickly moved away.

It's like holding a gold and jade belt that has been covered with dust in your hands. You can't bear to look at it anymore, but you can't bear to throw it away.

Chen Heng saw Baoyu's confusion, and he didn't expect that he would come to him late at night and ask about this matter.

Thinking that the other party was at the most difficult level in his life, Chen Heng understood some of Baoyu's inner distress.

It is a feeling of embarrassment and helplessness with no way forward and no destination behind you.

The two of them kept silent about the chaos in Jia's house. Chen Heng jumped out of the topic and asked proactively: Then what do you think?

Me?! Baoyu was a little stunned.

Yeah. Chen Heng nodded. Thinking of the other party's great help back in Ping'an Prefecture. Chen Heng said sincerely.

There are several sisters in the family, and your father is still here. As long as the second uncle is not too angry and doesn't want to be a coward, and chooses an honest and satisfactory family for them, everyone can always live a good life.

But what about you, Baoyu? If you just use the old lady's words to force yourself to do something, you will inevitably make the days more and more miserable, and in the end you will have some complaints.

Baoyu deliberately said that he didn't know how, but looking at Chen Hengping's gentle story, he thought about it unconsciously. If you just work hard for the sisters, can you really persevere?

Chen Heng took the initiative to point out the key points of the problem because he was afraid that Baoyu would be forced to blindly follow Jia Mu's wishes.

Even if Jia Baoyu forced herself to do it for a while, she would soon be overwhelmed by the weight of responsibility.

There is a negative feeling of everyone has his own destiny, or the escape thought of I have tried my best and that's about it.

There are many things in life. Once you take on this important task, you cannot let go until you die.

In the original work, Baoyu finally retreated from the world passively and became a monk. Since Daiyu was devastated after her death, it was not a sign of evading responsibility.

After Jia Lian died, Jia Zhen was imprisoned. Baoyu is the only junior member of the Jia family who can hold up the facade.

But he gave up everything and insisted on escaping into Buddhism. Every time I see this, I can't help but sigh.

But Chen Heng missed one point, Baoyu was not him. He is a farmer's son who struggled all the way from the mud in the countryside. The last thing he has in him is his high fighting spirit.

But Baoyu has grown up on the top of the clouds since he was a child, and this time he is about to fall into the abyss. It would be very difficult for him to think clearly at this moment.

Baoyu hesitated for a long time, unable to speak accurately. These things are still a bit far away for this young man who has not yet left his noble spirit.

He wanted to fulfill his grandmother's expectations, but he didn't know how. After listening to Chen Heng's story, I don't know if I can persist until the end.

Just when Baoyu hesitated, Chen Heng himself understood Baoyu's hesitation. Seeing this, Chen Heng still put forward his own opinions on Baoyu's problem.

After autumn, you should be a father, right? Chen Heng asked.

Baoyu nodded. When he mentioned this, he rarely smiled for a moment and said proactively: Because I don't know if it's a boy or a girl, I even thought of several names.

Judging from this point alone, Baoyu still wants to continue living at this time. This is a good sign. Chen Heng then asked: Compared to your sisters, you should worry more about Baochai and your unborn child.

This is a responsibility that every husband and father cannot escape. Chen Heng woke up Baoyu and said, What kind of life do you want to give them?

Of course... Baoyu wanted to be like he was when he was a child, but he also felt that it would be difficult to find the gold and jade belt if it was lost. The difficulty of reality made him speechless at this moment.

Chen Heng understood this mentality, and he just said quietly: It doesn't matter if you don't understand it now, you will know it yourself when your child is born.

There's just one thing you have to remember. In the days to come, no one will hold an umbrella for you to rely on.

You are their supporter and their god. If you only think about your own happiness and indulge in the past, where will you put them both?

Chen Heng's words directly fell deep in Baoyu's heart. The child in Baochai's belly has gradually grown up.

Some time ago, I had fetal movements. Baoyu thought in hindsight, shame immediately appearing on his face.

At that time, Baochai shared the news with him. He was still immersed in the grief of his grandmother's death and turned a deaf ear to Baochai's joy.

Now think about it, that child is my own flesh and blood. The moment of sudden realization caused Baoyu to break out into thin sweat on his forehead.

He suddenly wanted to see Baochai and urgently wanted to go back and see her.

I still don't know what I should do now. Baoyu's expression has quietly changed, and he said solemnly, But you are right, I have to take good care of them.

As if he had made some kind of decision, Baoyu suddenly showed a relieved smile and said: When he grows up, during the Qingming Festival, I will take the child to see the old lady.

After saying this, Baoyu left. Lin Jue was a little surprised by his sudden departure.

Standing behind the door, he stared longingly for a long time before turning back and saying, Brother-in-law, you are so amazing. You just said a few words inside and outside and you managed to coax him to peace?

What are you thinking about? Chen Heng waved his hand, He figured it out himself. When he came here before, he mentioned his sisters. Obviously he couldn't forget the glory and wealth of the house.

He wanted to do something, but he was worried about his limited ability, so he had this trouble.

The more Lin Jue listened, the more interesting he became. He quickly came to Chen Heng's side and asked, What about the back?

I told him that it was my second uncle's business. I just told him that the things that bothered him should not have to worry about. Instead of worrying about whether there is something or not, it is better to take a look at your child in a down-to-earth manner. This child will live a better life in the future. Whether it's done well or not is what should worry him the most.

Chen Heng was indeed a little tired. As he spoke, he got up and walked towards the bed. Lin Jue followed behind with his hands behind his back, still not understanding the trick.

Chen Heng also had something hidden in his heart. He suddenly thought, would Baoyu's child become 'Jia Xueqin'?

The two of them spent the night scribbling with their own thoughts.

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After resting for more than an hour, Jia's family was as busy as before at dawn. The steps are pretty much the same, so there’s no need to describe them one by one.

When Jia Min led Daiyu to the door, he specially brought snacks for his son and son-in-law. Apparently they were worried that the Jia family's food would not be to their liking.

After days of running around and being tired, Daiyu finally woke up from her unspeakable sadness. The dead have passed away, but the living must move on.

It was rare for Daiyu to focus on her husband, and she was surprised to notice how tired he was. Looking at it this way, Daiyu felt even more guilty.

Thinking that he had been worried about Chen Heng since he went north to the capital. But the other party didn't complain at all, and just looked on silently with concern.

Thinking of this, Daiyu felt both sweet and remorseful. There was nowhere to show her concern, so Daiyu had no choice but to push the food forward and said, Eat more. Then she said, Eat slowly.

Seeing Chen Heng nodding attentively, Daiyu noticed that her husband was not in good spirits, and then said, Let's sleep for a while after eating. Don't tire yourself out. I'll make you some ginseng tea in the evening.

Before Chen Heng could react, Lin Jue put down his chopsticks angrily and muttered: I'm full. Sister and brother-in-law, I'll go outside to see if I can help.

I'm so fed up that I can't even eat a meal to survive. When I get married in the future, you and your wife will also have a good time.

Daiyu couldn't understand Lin Jue's angry look. Chen Heng, however, laughed secretly and suppressed his rude behavior. He said to Daiyu: It's okay. It only lasts for a few days. It will be over after a while.

Chen Heng is now a state official, with the prefect above him and officials from the government office below, so he won't be in a hurry to go back for a while.

The prosthetic foot provided by the court saved Chen Heng from the trouble of traveling back and forth. After finishing Jia Mu's funeral, we can return to Songjiang and take care of things slowly.

The couple, one eating and the other watching, finished the meal very slowly. Then they walked out of the room side by side and walked towards the mourning hall.

There are fewer guests in the Jia family today, and the guests who should come are almost the same in the past few days. The remaining people who can still come are people sent by various families to help.

The servants in the mansion could not help but compare Jia Mu's funeral with Qin Keqing's, feeling that the nobles in the capital were all snobbish. Without this trouble, the threshold of our family would have been broken by outsiders.

When Chen Heng and Daiyu entered, they saw that the atmosphere was quite harmonious and solemn, without any trace of the quarrel of yesterday.

Jia She didn't dare to act arrogantly in front of her third sister. Not only was Jia Min hot-tempered, but her husband was always there to protect her.

With Lin Ruhai here, if Jia Min lost his temper, would Jia She dare to reply?

Mrs. Wang saw Jia She's honesty and was even more angry. Okay, are you treating the second wife like a soft persimmon?

She knew yesterday that her brother would come today, so she could only look at the door eagerly, guarding Wang Ziteng's figure.

Jia Min's arrival cheered up the servants in the house and made them work much more efficiently. This aunt has a bad temper. No one wants to do something wrong and make herself unhappy.

After about noon, more scattered guests came to express their condolences one after another. Most of the time they were talking back and forth, and Lin Ruhai and Jia Zheng were free to take part in matters of hospitality.

Among them, there was one person who caught Chen Heng's attention. It was Grandma Liu who came to visit with a little heart.

Being able to show up at this time is all out of favor. The two male elders, Jia and Lin, were reluctant to come forward, but Jia Min politely left Grandma Liu behind and told her to have a simple meal at home.

Grandma Liu cried very sadly in front of the funeral. She said that her family was in trouble back then, and it was the old lady and Mistress Feng who came to rescue her.

Chen Heng knew the reason and just watched silently.

Just when everyone was reminiscing about the past and remembering the old lady's past kindness. A carriage also stopped at the door of Jia's Mansion, and only a moment later, two porters came in guarding a man in purple.

At first glance, he looked like someone from the palace. When he came closer, Jia She and Jia Zheng looked excited. This is the eunuch beside His Majesty - Eunuch Xia Shouzhong.

A group of people came forward to greet Xia Shouzhong excitedly, like stars holding the moon, accompanying Xia Shouzhong into the mourning hall.

When you come here, you can't help but offer incense to the old lady. Xia Shouzhong conveyed some condolences to Li Zhi, which made Jia She very happy.

It seems that His Majesty wants to show some mercy to our family. Such thoughts inevitably drift through everyone's hearts.

Jia Zheng took the initiative to stay as a guest and said, I'd like to trouble my father-in-law to make a trip. It will be inconvenient for my family. Please come here and have a cup of tea at home before leaving.

Jia She winked fiercely at Jia Lian and Wang Xifeng. How long has it been since? Are you still here in a daze? Go and prepare some money.

After all, Jia Lian was his son and understood Jia She's instructions. He hid the banknote in his sleeve and was about to step forward with a smile on his face.

Xia Shouzhong had already said: I would like to thank Mr. Jia for his kindness in advance. It's just that your Majesty sent the young one here because he still has important things to do.

It should be, it should be. State affairs are the most important thing. State affairs are the most important thing. Jia Zhenggong cupped his hands and said politely with regret. The etiquette is very thorough.

Xia Shouzhong nodded, turned around, and stood in front of Chen Heng under the astonished eyes of everyone.

He bent down and saluted: Master Chen, Your Majesty is waiting for you at Linjing Hall. Please also ask Master Chen to undress quickly and follow the younger ones into the palace.

ah? It turns out you came here to see me. Chen Heng nodded, deliberately ignoring the fiery gaze cast on him. He said to Daiyu beside him: Wait for me, I'll go and come back.

Daiyu, who had just reacted, nodded quickly and said, Be careful.

Daiyu was worried that Chen Heng had not had a good rest for several days and said the wrong thing in front of His Majesty.

Xia Shouzhong responded: Mrs. Chen is overly worried. Your Majesty summoning Mr. Chen is an urgent matter and a good thing.

Hearing what the other party said, Chen Heng finally let go of his heart. He hurriedly led his wife to the side room and handed her the funeral items he took off. After scrubbing his face again, he followed Eunuch Xia out and got into the palace carriage to drive away.

There is no need to mention more about the two of them. She just waited for Daiyu to put away Chen Heng's clothes and return to the funeral.

Jia She's wife, Ms.

Xing's original intention was to praise Chen and Lin for their harmonious relationship, but Daiyu didn't seem to understand. She just lowered her head and whispered softly: My husband doesn't like strangers to be close to each other.

This is not a lie, Chen Heng does have this bad habit. Mr. Xing looked slightly embarrassed and didn't know what to say for a moment.

Jia Zhen's first wife, Youshi, had been forced by her husband to come forward reluctantly. He said slowly: Sister, come sit down and have a rest together. It's hard for you, a new mother, to work so hard these days.

When the old lady was still alive, she said that Yu'er was the most filial, Ms. Xing said.

The two stepped forward step by step with Daiyu between them, which made Jia Min want to laugh and Mrs. Wang felt resentful.

Ahead, Jia Lian has moved a stool and placed it beside Jia Min. He said to Daiyu repeatedly: Sister, come and sit here first. The sun is still shining, be careful not to hurt your body by kneeling.