Yan Cigui

Chapter 19 Half-truth and half-falsehood

 Facts speak louder than words.

As for having a good talk with Xu Jian, can we get a 50-50 share...

Lin Yunyan thought about it, with her grandmother’s character of being kind to others in everything, she definitely wouldn’t dare to take advantage of her.

Worried that her mother was always thinking about Yun Yan's "big moves", Lin Xun took the initiative to ask Xiao Duan: "Have you decided on the person who will handle the matter?"

"It's settled," Xiao Duan said, "Mama Ruan's grand-niece and grandson-in-law, named Gao An, is doing business in Tong County. I'll ask Grandma Ruan to call him to the capital."

Tong County is located in the south of Beijing. Because it is a large county before entering Beijing, the commercial market is also very lively.

With the distance between two places, Gao'an will be able to reach Beijing the day after tomorrow at the latest.

"It's good to meet each other," Lin Xun said. "In the Yamen, Jingdong's family should take priority."

 Compared to Gao'an, Jing Daduan is a real foreigner, and ordinary people cannot guess his backing.

“Speaking of which,” Xiao Duan asked, “how did Yun Yan know about the relationship between the Jingdong family and Duke Fu?”

Lin Yunyan blinked.

Of course I can't tell the truth. Telling it will scare Xiao Duan to death.

 It’s a lie, she was already prepared, and it was still half-truth and half-false: “The late old Duke’s wife had a good personal relationship with Concubine Wen. Have you heard about this?”

Little Duan had a hard time recalling it and sighed: "It was too long ago and I can't remember clearly. There seems to be such a rumor."

When the truth was told, Lin Yunyan added lies: "We started chatting during the horse hanging ceremony. The empress dowager wanted to give some temples more money for fragrant oil, but she was also afraid that the people in the palace would cause trouble and stir up trouble. I heard that the concubine also said that her identity was here, and every move she made was It is impossible for her to be like ordinary people. In the past, she heard from the old lady of the country that the couple had a business friend in Yuhang who donated money to charity halls and temples and was known as Jing Dashanren..."

Little Mrs. Duan nodded repeatedly when he heard this: "We in the uncle's house must act cautiously, and the nobles in the palace are even more so."

She just asked out of curiosity, not intentionally questioning. Lin Yunyan could answer a few decent questions casually, which was enough to deal with it.

"When Gao An arrives, let Chen Gui take him to see Jing Dong's family," Xiao Duan told Lin Xun, "According to the previous calculation, the money on the account is almost enough. I don't need to touch Yun Jing's dowry. I am really relieved. ”

Lin Xun echoed: "That's what I thought when I got the paperwork."

Mother and son chatted for a few more words, and Lin Yunyan sat aside, only eating snacks and not talking.

Little Mrs. Duan saw this in her eyes and thought about it. After dismissing Lin Xun, she asked her in a low voice: "Yun Yan, do you have something to say?"

"Although I don't want to change my eldest sister's dowry," Lin Yunyan said bluntly, "I suggest you wait a little longer and don't get married within this year."

Little Duan's breath tightened, and she immediately thought of the inside story that her grandfather and grandson had discussed previously.

The Holy One may have the intention of killing the chicken to scare the monkey!

Regarding this matter, Mr. Duan had already discussed this matter with Lin Yu a few days ago.

Lin Yuan is a sincere uncle. Even if he does not hold an important position in the court, he must feel better than other people in the family when walking outside.

 However, Lin Yu didn't feel any disturbance.

With this being said, the mother and son did not doubt the news brought back by Lin Yunyan.

 After all, apart from the Imperial Study Room, the place that can best predict the Holy Spirit’s will is the Cining Palace.

How can foreign ministers like them be sharper than the Empress Dowager?

"You mean, the Holy One may take action within the year?" Xiao Duan asked in a low voice.

"I originally thought it wouldn't be so soon, but now I see what Duke Fu means..." Lin Yunyan leaned over and almost whispered in Xiao Duan's ear, "Tell me, why did Duke Fu want to work in Lao Shi Lane?" Buy and sell, and let Jing Daguan come forward?

 Can he be short of money? He is short of money on the books!

He went in and out of the imperial study a while ago, and he might have figured out something.

 Chen Gui was doing business in Lao Shi Lane. How many times did he go back and forth and how many accounts did he make?

Since the Duke of Guo was very wealthy, Jing Dadan went directly to the Yamen and opened his mouth, which showed that he was also in a hurry. "

 Little Duan took a breath. What happened!

There is only Miaomiao in the Duke Fu's palace. Now he is injured, his legs and feet are inconvenient, and he has handed over the dictionary. He wants to be an idle dignitary. The emperor is just looking for a fat chicken. Ordinarily, he shouldn't be looking for him. There is no need.

　　Even such a "safe" auxiliary Duke has to avoid the limelight...

"You are right," Xiao Duan nodded, "We have to wait and see the situation of Duke Xu's mansion."

 She made up her mind, and when Mrs. Xu Guogong came to visit the next day, little Duan could not bear to say anything.

“Yun Jing is a filial child. After her father left, she relied on her to support her mother. The relationship between mother and daughter is very deep.”

“She is the eldest sister. She has been a role model for the younger sisters since she was a child, and they get along very well with each other.”

“After much thought, I still want to keep the children at home for New Year’s Eve and wait until the next spring to get married.”

Mrs. Xu Guogong was quite surprised.

　　Earlier, it was clear that the uncle was sincere and wanted to hold the wedding earlier, so why did it suddenly have to be postponed?

 Is there something going on in the marriage?

As soon as the idea came to her mind, Mrs. Xu Guogong rejected it first.

The two families have changed their positions, it is a sure thing. Uncle Chengyi's house is not that shameless family, and they will never act randomly.

 Besides, Lin Yunjing married into a wealthy family, and the marriage was ruined. Where could she find someone equally good?

Mrs. Xu Guogong did not mean to belittle Lin Yunjing. If she really didn't like or look down on her, how could she choose her as her daughter-in-law?

What she values ​​​​is the harmonious and good family tradition of the Lin family and Lin Yunjing's upright and calm temperament. These two points are much more important than being born from a concubine or a legitimate son.

 My third son has a too wild temper and his behavior is a headache, so he must have such a steady wife to take care of him!

 Speaking of which, if someone didn’t care so much about the girl, how could he develop such a temperament?

Since the two families were about to get married, Mrs. Xu Guogong did not displease Xiao Duan's face: "My eyes are sore listening to these few words of yours.

 The mood of the family will definitely be different between marrying a girl and marrying a daughter-in-law.

Then let's do what you want. Let's choose a good day after spring next year, when the flowers are blooming and the weather is warmer.

The eldest girl is so loved in the house, we won’t let her suffer any injustice after she comes here, so you can rest assured! "

"I'm sure I'm at ease," Xiao Duan laughed, "I'm getting married because I believe that you will treat us well, Yun Jing."

At Qingpuyuan, Mr. Huang was anxiously waiting for the news.

Hearing that Mrs. Xu Guogong had returned, Mrs. Huang came to Zaishouyuan and asked Mrs. Xiao Duan about the wedding date.

"After the New Year," Xiao Duan held her hand and said, "You have worked too hard these years. You two, mother and daughter, will celebrate the New Year together."

  Huang’s smile almost froze on her face.

 Last time, she felt something was wrong, but now she was convinced.

"Really just to let Yun Jing stay at home for a few more months?" Huang couldn't hold it back and asked, "Old madam, is there no problem with this marriage?"

"What are you talking about?" Xiao Duan said, "We sincerely want to get married, and the Duke of Xu also sincerely wants to marry us. What's the problem? Don't think too much, and don't scare Yun Jing."

 The old lady has already said this. If Huang has any questions, he can't continue to ask, so he has to get up and leave.

 It was Qingyan who sent her away.

When going down the steps, Mrs. Huang stumbled a bit, thanks to Grandma Hong’s quick eyesight and quick hands.

When the others stood firm, Qingyan came to help her belatedly.

Huang glanced at her, confused again: Why is this maid more absent-minded than herself?

　　　Thanks to book friend ChenLinda for the 10,000-coin reward, and thanks to book friends Xiaoyuan, A Big Bag, and Xiaoyuan for their rewards.

 (End of this chapter)