12dz Chapter 155 The Guo Family Goes to the Capital
Chapter 155 The Guo Family Goes to the Capital
Qiao Er was also very sharp-tongued, and Chi Yunjing was so angry that he almost spat out blood.
Then he helped Chi Guiwan up and said with a solemn expression.
“Madam, please leave. The incense has been offered and the filial piety has been fulfilled. Since Father-in-law can’t stand it, then let’s save you from getting in his way here.”
Madam Qiao shared the same sentiment. The best way to deal with such unreliable in-laws was to stay away. So, after glancing at the somewhat guilty steward, she left as well.
As I left, I passed under the corridor.
I ran into Aunt Zhao, who was dressed in mourning clothes. She was still not clean, so she couldn't stay at the mourning hall to show her respect. She could only come over occasionally.
Fortunately, it wasn't winter, otherwise, her way of postpartum care would definitely have caused her health problems. Therefore, when Madam Qiao saw her, there was some doubt in her eyes, but then she thought that this was her own choice, and it would be useless for outsiders to interfere, so she simply shut her mouth and didn't say a word.
"This servant greets Madam Qiao, the eldest daughter, and the eldest son-in-law."
People have to bow their heads under the roof.
Aunt Zhao's behavior did not gain the approval of the three men. Instead, they felt that she was two-faced, so no one paid her any attention.
Seeing this, Aunt Zhao was also very angry.
Especially when he looked up and saw Chi Guiwan's belly, the sharpness in his eyes made Chi Guiwan involuntarily protect her belly with both hands and make a very fearful expression.
"Don't worry, young lady. I've been a mother myself and I know how important a child is to a mother. You don't need to do this."
Upon hearing this, Chi Guiwan parted her lips slightly, as if she wanted to say something, but swallowed the words back and only sighed softly, saying, "Please accept my condolences."
It was these two words that touched Aunt Zhao's heart and brought tears to her eyes.
In an instant, she burst into tears, her voice choked with sobs. Hearing this, Chi Guiwan felt a pang of sadness. Although she had little contact with Aunt Zhao, there was one thing Aunt Zhao said that was true: every mother loves her child.
Especially since she had given birth for so many days but couldn't save her child's life, no one could bear such a blow, so she took the initiative to hand over a handkerchief and said comfortingly.
"Don't be sad, Aunt Zhao. There will be other opportunities in the future."
She's just a soft-hearted person; otherwise, she wouldn't have been held hostage by Madam Guo and Chi Guiying for so many years, and even after gaining so many benefits, she would still climb over them to get ahead.
Aunt Zhao took the handkerchief, wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, then bowed to Chi Guiwan and thanked her, before saying helplessly.
"This servant still needs to go to the mourning hall to see the master, so I won't delay the young lady's schedule any longer."
Chi Guiwan nodded, and Qiao Er supported her from the side. Soon they left the Vice Minister's residence. Under the corridor, Aunt Zhao held the handkerchief she had just received from Chi Guiwan. She had a kind of excitement about getting it without any effort, but if you looked closely, her eyes were filled with scheming and ruthlessness.
After leaving the mansion, we boarded the carriage.
Madam Qiao's car was in front, followed by Qiao Er and his wife Chi Guiwan's car.
"I really don't know why my father hates me so much, that he can say such things so easily. My kinship with him was never deep to begin with, and now he wants to sever all ties. I wonder if my mother, if she knew in the afterlife, would blame me?"
Qiao Er held Chi Guiwan's somewhat cold hand, feeling sorry for his pregnant wife being scolded by her family, and thus spoke up in defense.
“My mother-in-law is kind and would definitely protect you if she heard such nonsense. If you ask me, let him be executed. I’ve been watching my father-in-law grow more and more outrageous these days. He’s always blaming others for this or that, but he never looks for the reasons within himself. He’s been an official for many years, and I haven’t heard of him achieving any remarkable political achievements. Yet, he’s more conspicuous than anyone else when it comes to family matters!”
Chi Guiwan was at a loss for words.
Because it is indeed the truth.
With a sigh, listening to the commotion outside the window, my mood gradually calmed down.
The transfer order was delivered to the Guo family in Qingzhou in less than six days. Everyone was as excited as if it were New Year's Day, especially Guo Yong, who never expected that he would have the chance to become a sixth-rank official in the capital!
Inside the Guo Mansion.
He and his wife, Madam Xia, began to plan their next steps.
“If we had known about this transfer order, we should have bought the house first. We could have moved in right away. If we go now and wait for everything to be arranged, it will probably take at least half a year. Madam, I think you should come with me. The children can stay in Qingzhou with Father and Mother. Once the house in the capital is settled, Father will resign and we will go north together. Then our family will manage things well in the capital! I don’t have my brother-in-law’s ambition to reach the second rank and retire, but there are benefits to moving up a step. This way, the children’s future will be more secure.”
Guo Yong's words struck a chord with Xia Shi, who had been hoping for just such an opportunity when she entered the Guo family with a huge dowry.
Well, now she has gone from being a merchant's daughter to the wife of a sixth-rank official. If her husband works hard to advance his career in the future, she might just become the wife of a fourth-rank official like her aunt. At that time, her family will also benefit.
Thinking of all this, he immediately nodded in agreement.
“My husband is right. Choosing a house is a troublesome matter. I’ll go with you so we can compare and see many options. We also need to choose a place with good feng shui. Maybe that will bring you good fortune in your career and give our family more hope!”
"What you said, Madam, is exactly what I meant!"
The couple had been married for many years and were quite compatible, so they shared their opinions when discussing these matters. When they told Guo's parents about the arrangements, the two elders also thought it was a good idea.
"Once you arrive in the capital, don't completely sever ties with the Chi family. After all, Chi Yunjing is still your brother-in-law. As long as he doesn't remarry, this marriage will still be useful, so why not take advantage of it!"
Old Master Guo gave his son a suggestion, which both Guo Yong and Xia Shi thought was fine.
However, Madam Guo felt uneasy, always thinking that the one who killed her daughter was this heartless son-in-law. Now she had to pretend to have contact with him, which she was naturally unwilling to do. But for the sake of her children's future, she couldn't say anything to stop him. She could only ask her son and daughter-in-law to go north as soon as possible.
Once they have settled into their new home, they will bring their grandchildren to the capital to join them.
Just as May began, the Guo couple set off.
They only brought some of Guo Yong's office supplies and Xia's belongings, and traveled lightly, arriving in the capital in less than half a month.
They had barely settled into the inn when the news reached the Eastern Palace.
He Lingyi looked on, a smile playing on his lips, and then spoke to Xingluo.
"Go ahead and make the arrangements."
"Yes, Princess."