Your Majesty, Please Stop!

Chapter 188: Lao Niang and Su Miaojin

The sharp and precise words struck a chord with everyone. They were born as bandits and outlaws, and in order to survive, they had developed the skill of "acting". However, any formidable acting skills would appear weak and powerless in the face of absolute strength.

The Jiang family had too many rules, too many people, and too many experts. In just one night, they became particularly alert and naturally noticed that something was amiss.

Is the head of the family trying to deceive us?

Especially Cui Ying'er, her expression was extremely complicated. If the head of the family really had such a terrifying background, what about the instructions from the "Uncle"?

"In my opinion! When the head of the family arrives, let him explain it to us!" Murong Xiu paced back and forth with his hands behind his back. According to his intentions, being bandits would still be more fun.

"How should he explain it?" a familiar voice came from the side.

Everyone quickly turned to look and saw that the head of the family, accompanied by four beautiful maidservants who were experts in the Martial Realm, had already stood at the door with a smiling face.

Huang Dagui's eyes rolled and he quickly brought over a chair, grinning, "Young Master, please sit!"

Xin Zhuo sat down without hesitation, just like he did back in the Fulong Bandit's Lair. He looked at his subordinates, who were dressed elegantly but couldn't hide their slight unease, and said, "Let's cut to the chase. Let's assume that the matter is true. What are your plans for the future?

Once you've boarded the thief ship, it's impossible to leave. How about spending a few good years with me in my courtyard, or staying here in the mansion and mingling on your own?"

According to his intentions, he naturally wanted Cui Ying'er, Murong Xiu, and Huang Dagui and the others to gain some experience on their own. With him around, no one should trouble them. After three to five years, their situation and perspective would improve, and with the cultivation of Wang Yue Shui, their Martial Realm would likely also improve.

These people were his absolute confidants and would be of great use in the future!

Cui Ying'er and Han Qiniang exchanged a glance, then glanced at the four maidservants led by Sai Qingzhu. They didn't know what had happened in the past day, but they said, "We've decided to stay in Madam's courtyard, learn some skills, and gain some experience. Young Master, please rest assured!"

Murong Xiu and Huang Dagui blinked their eyes as well, "We'll stay in the Guard Corps to learn and improve ourselves. Young Master, you don't need to worry!"

They naturally understood the head of the family's intentions. This person rarely gave a second option. When he said one thing, it was one thing. If he presented two choices, then choosing the second one would not be wrong.

Very well! Xin Zhuo smiled and reached out to take a pot of "Moon-viewing Tea" held by a bear paw. He poured eight cups and raised his cup, saying, "Cheers!"

"Cheers!"

It felt as if they had returned to the days in Fulong Mountain, where they were bold and confident, with the advantage of "six against one thousand". Everyone drank their cups in one gulp.

Even Xiao Huang licked the bowl clean.

After leaving the "Soap Workshop", Xiao Huang shook his head and followed behind. He circled around, sniffed the feet of the four maidservants led by Sai Qingzhu, and rolled his eyes.

Xin Zhuo pondered along the way and felt that it would be better to directly ask Madam about the matter of Lao Niang and Su Miaojin. He changed his direction and headed towards "Lanqing Courtyard".

"Lanqing Courtyard" was the first courtyard in the rear residence, located on the same central axis as "Fengwei Courtyard".

It was just past the ninth hour, and all the important managers, maidservants, and servants of the mansion were gathered here. Occasionally, some busy-looking stewards, merchants, generals, and civil officials would come and go, holding documents and manuscripts.

More than ten middle-aged men with big bellies were waiting patiently by the entrance.

When Xin Zhuo arrived, he saw this busy scene. It seemed that there were even more people in the main hall of the main entrance. For a moment, he didn't know whether to go in or turn back. He stopped in his tracks and asked the steward of his own courtyard, Sai Qingzhu, "Why is Madam's courtyard so busy?"

Four maidservants arrived here, their expressions somewhat restrained.

Since Sai Qingzhu is capable of managing the "Fengwei Courtyard," she naturally knows a lot. Upon hearing this, she bowed and replied, "I am in charge of hundreds of manors under the sect, over 1,500 shops nationwide, as well as military affairs, court affairs, and matters related to the Jiang family's branch houses. I have to report to the Old Lady for approval every day.

In addition, there are servants under the sect who are about to leave the capital to take up their posts in other places. They have come to bid farewell!"

Xin Zhuo suddenly realized that this was like a mini court. Managing a household is like managing a country, and the Old Lady is responsible for countless matters.

After thinking for a moment, Xin Zhuo decided to go back and discuss it another day. Just then, Lirun, the manager, hurriedly walked out and smiled slightly, bowing and saluting, "The Young Master has arrived? The Old Lady has ordered you to go in."

Xin Zhuo hesitated for a moment, then walked into the main hall.

In the main hall, there were about ten middle-aged people with solemn expressions. They hurriedly stood up and said, "Greetings, Young Master!"

"No need for formalities, please sit!" Xin Zhuo nodded and looked at the main seat, where the Old Lady, surrounded by piles of documents, was writing rapidly, only revealing a head of silver hair. He saluted and said, "Grandson pays respects to Grandmother!"

The Old Lady finished writing the last word before stopping her pen. She smiled with great affection, but there was a hint of strange disappointment in her eyes. She gestured for everyone to leave, and soon only the two of them remained in the hall. Xin Zhuo sat down on the side and asked, "Are you accustomed to eating and living here? Is there anything inappropriate? Tell Grandmother."

Xin Zhuo smiled and replied, "After being wild outside, coming back home is comfortable everywhere. There is no place that feels uncomfortable. Grandmother, please rest assured!"

After a pause, he asked again, "Does Grandmother work so hard every day?"

The Old Lady said, "There are always matters big and small in the family that need someone to handle. Grandmother has to work hard to maintain everything. However, Grandmother is getting older, and these old bones may not last for many more years. After you complete your coming-of-age ceremony in the next two years, Grandmother won't have to endure this hardship anymore. All these matters will be handed over to you. Grandmother is too lazy to manage them!"

Xin Zhuo glanced at the thick stack of documents and felt his scalp tingle without even looking at the contents. He laughed and said, "Grandmother, you are strong and healthy. You can probably endure for another thirty or fifty years. As a young and ignorant grandson, I don't understand these matters. Grandmother, please don't make fun of me."

This conversation didn't have much substance, but the Old Lady was quite happy. After laughing, she asked, "You came to find Grandmother, there must be something, right?"

"Grandmother sees through everything. I can't hide anything from you!" Xin Zhuo flattered and pondered for a moment. "I want to ask about the whereabouts of my mother. I haven't seen her since she returned yesterday. As a son, I am worried!"

The Old Lady seemed to have known that he would ask this question. There was a hint of sorrow on her face as she said, "Your mother, the Grand Princess of the Qin Kingdom, is the younger sister of the late emperor. Her status is noble. After giving birth to you, she fell ill.

Later, your father died unexpectedly, which caused her great sadness. She fell ill and couldn't recover. The late emperor took pity on her and allowed her to enter the Taiping Palace and the Fengtian Pagoda for recuperation and cultivation. It has been fourteen years now.

But rest assured, Grandmother has already informed the Taiping Palace and your mother. It is likely that the Qin Kingdom will come to visit you in the next few days."

The Taiping Palace!

One of the top sects in the world, filled with experts!

Mother is there, cultivating and recuperating?

Xin Zhuo fell silent for a moment and nodded.

The Old Lady stared at him for a while and asked, "What's wrong? Do you have other matters, too? Tell Grandmother, and we'll share the burden together!"

Xin Zhuo smiled and said, "Well, it's like this. Do you know about the Southern Li Princess, Su Miaojin...?"

(End of this chapter)